Guerlain Insolence Eau de Toilette - a little bit too bold

Advantages: Fairly pleasant scent; beautiful bottle; very good staying power
Disadvantages: Doesn't smell as expensive as it is; rather heavy and old-fashioned

...I bought a selection of mini perfumes from Boots as a treat for myself - it was reduced to £8 and contained five fragrances so I thought that was pretty good value, and I really enjoy trying new perfumes. I had previously seen an advert for Guerlain Insolence. What struck me about that was that I really didn't like the name; insolence is defined as 'an arrogant, insulting or bold mode of conduct or attitude'. To me that doesn't seem anything to aspire to; perhaps they were aiming at a vaguely 'rebellious' teenage market, which would also explain why it's the sponsor for the programme Gossip Girl, which thankfully I have never had to watch. The bottle - even the miniature version I have - is really rather pretty, with a glass rose shape forming the lid, which sits on the rounded bottle at a jaunty angle. I applied the perfume to my...

Sacheverell 03.11.2009 · Read review
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  Neurotic Males Guide to Skincare

Advantages: Works, Looks Nice, Great Results
Disadvantages: Expensive, Uses Some Controversial Ingredients

...Since the time I was born I have had very dry skin; as a child I used Hydrocortisone cream which only ever soothed the itching and flaking for a while and then caused the dryness to flare up again, with the added bonus of making my skin hyper sensitive. It wasn't until I became an image obsessed, self absorbed, love hungry teenager that it actually began to bother me (turning up to high school with dry skin peeling off your face is not the ticket to popularity, apparently). Along with super dryness I also managed to get the few spots, which eventually turned into more than a few spots... So being a thoroughly neurotic male I took my money to the nearest Beatties, looked for the cosmetic station with the prettiest assistant and got a free 'Clinique consultation'.... and I have been using their products ever since. The 3 step skincare...

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Review of Clinique 3 Step Skin Care

Seriously some of the best skincare that money can buy

Advantages: really really works and bottles last an awful long time
Disadvantages: PRICE!! best used as a regime then single products on their own

...The Dermalogica story begins in 1986 when UK trained Jane Wurwand opened a training centre for would-be beauticians and estheticians.. known simple as the International Dermal Insitute. Now IDI is considered one of the world best institute in this field and most beauty schools around the world both use and teach the dermalogica method. If you want professional skincare this is the brand you should really trust - as have many celebrities such as Halle Berry, Victoria Beckham and Vivica Fix to name a few!! The product range is HUGE and products can be found for even the most difficult skin types, in fact this was the reason I chose Dermalogica as I was simultaneously suffering oily, acneic skin as well skin tht was very very sensative and prone to the occasional bouts of exzema... after so many reccomendations both from friends...

sarima 14.11.2009 · Read review
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Guerlain Issima - Midnight Secret

Advantages: Gorgeous miracle worker
Disadvantages: Bit expensive (but I am a student)

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katelewis320 22.01.2009 · Read review
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Another Love Story in a Bottle

Advantages: Sophisticated scent that isn't overpowering
Disadvantages: May be too woody for some tastes

...)! Four stars, but only because of the price. Thanks for reading! Davida Chazan © September 2002, updated February 2006 **** Technical Stuff: The official web page for all Guerlain perfumes is located at http://www.guerlain.com and they list all the possible types of fragrances, make up and skin care products they produce. Try clicking on the "Tips" link, go into "Discover your fragrance", and take their survey. This will help you discover what scents would be best for you. I just did this again yesterday and strangely enough, the first scent on the list that they chose for me was? Mitsouko! How about that? Apparently who ever it was that gave me this perfume 35 years ago, knew me quite well. Guerlain perfumes are available in the finest department stores across the UK (and apparently in the better high street Boots...

TheChocolateLady 25.08.2002 (19.02.2006) · Read review
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Review of Guerlain Mitsouko

HOW TO GET COMPLETELY FREE EXPENSIVE SKINCARE PRODUCTS

Advantages: Costs nothing
Disadvantages: None

...We are all in a recession, trying to tighten our belts and spend less, meanwhile we are desperately seeking to maintain good skincare without spending a fortune ! This is the ONLY way I know of obtaining completely free, luxury skincare to ´tide you over´or to try before you splash out a fortune on the full size products. I discovered this secret in the 80´s, and whenever I am short of cash, I am unashamed to say that I still use this method. From the retailers point of view, it costs them nothing and has on two occassions ended in me buying the full sizes as I was so impressed with the samples. If you go to any of the large department stores, i.e. Debenhams, Boots, House of Fraser in the U.K. a lot of the prestige brands i.e. YSL, Chanel, Lancome, Juvena etc., - the list is endless. Try some of the testers, enquire about...

dosolivos 16.07.2009 · Read review
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Guerlain Range

Advantages: Beautiful products
Disadvantages: Cost

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Carousel 11.06.2004 · Read review
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Great Fragrance For Day Or Night

Advantages: It makes me feel good!
Disadvantages: Can be heavy if you use too much

...Samsara is made by French perfumier Guerlain. It is not a new ?modern?, or ?trendy? type of fragrance and would not be suitable for the latest unisex ranges. It is a very feminine fragrance and one that is like no other. Its aroma is quite distinctive. It comes in a perfume and in an eau de toilette. The eau de toilette is lighter and less expensive than the perfume. This fragrance was first designed in 1989 and it was aimed at the kind of woman is happy inside her own skin, sexy and seductive, without being too obvious. The name of the perfume is actually from a Sanskrit religious word which refers to the cycle, or circle of eternal rebirth. The bottle itself is red with a gold top and it comes in an equally stunning red box. I would describe the fragrance as sandalwood with a touch of amber and musk. The musk is not too heavy...

jan007 08.04.2009 · Read review
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For a warm and sensual feeling

Advantages: lovely scent that lasts for ages. Is cheaper than most other perfumes
Disadvantages: it has a reputation as being expensive

...Mitsouko by Guerlain is a classic scent that has transcended the fickle world of fashion trends, and seems to have a something of a timeless quality stemming back to its first appearance in 1919. I rarely buy large bottles of perfume and with Mitsouko there really is no need because a small 30ml bottle can last me anything from six to nine months. It really was love at first sight, the bottle has an almost regal appeal and the scent is to die for. Made from a blend of spices, oak moss, chypre and moss the scent is warm and heavy from the moment it leaves the bottle. The spices are lovely and give it that safe warm feeling on my skin that makes it the perfect perfume for evening wear and special occasions. When I use Mitsouko I feel like a million dollars and know that because it is so strong and long lasting by the time I arrive home...

curlysuzie 22.09.2008 · Read review
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A crash course in skincare

Advantages: A lovely treat for the skin
Disadvantages: Might irritate you if the lemon is too much for your skin

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rachieb123 18.07.2009 · Read review
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