Caroline
- The post was made 18 hoursRating: 3 out of 5Verifierad testare
Affordable cream with high SPF, but probably not suited for my oily skin
As a #lykoinflutester, I had the opportunity to test this facial sunscreen from #aco for a few weeks. I always use some form of SPF on my face and am therefore naturally curious about such a product. I have quite oily combination skin, which makes me find many sunscreens both heavy and shiny. Unfortunately, this one too, but I’m sure it can suit someone with normal or dry skin! The packaging isn’t really my taste, but at least it’s not bright orange like many other SPF products, so that gets a thumbs up from me anyway 🤣👍 I also appreciate that it feels affordable compared to many other facial sunscreens on the market. The cream itself is easy to apply and probably works well (hard to evaluate since it hasn’t been very sunny here), but I noticed quite quickly that it was a bit too rich for my skin type. During the day, I felt quite shiny, especially in the T-zone, and I got the feeling that my skin couldn’t really “breathe” as I had hoped. I therefore think this product would suit someone with normal to dry skin much better than me, who easily gets both shiny and breakouts from heavier products. Overall, I think this is a decent and affordable sunscreen with good protection, but unfortunately the finish was a bit too heavy and shiny for my personal taste and skin type. Three stars from me 🙂1 product in post Affordable cream with high SPF, but probably not suited for my oily skin24 views - The post was made 18 hoursRating: 4 out of 5Verifierad testare
Good results for little money
As a #lykoinflutester, I have had the opportunity to test this serum from #aco for a few weeks. I have previously used other serums with a similar focus, so it was really fun to compare this one with products I already like! I feel that ACO has succeeded well with a product that feels both well thought out and affordable, which is always appreciated 👀 The packaging feels nice and sleek, and fits well with the rest of the series. The serum itself feels light on the skin and absorbs quickly without becoming sticky or heavy. I have mainly used similar serums to improve the visibility of pores and skin texture, and this one seems to fulfill that function just as well! My pores appear less noticeable than when I don’t use it, and my skin generally feels a bit smoother and clearer. As usual, I have been a bit cautious with usage since I have combination skin that can easily become dry if I overdo active ingredients. Therefore, I haven’t used it every day, but still regularly enough to get a good feel for the product. It has worked well in my routine and I haven’t experienced irritation or imbalance in my skin. The only small reason it’s not a full score for me is actually that the serum I usually use also contains zinc, and I kind of imagine I would miss that part 😅 At the same time, I think ACO does a very good job for the price range, and I would definitely consider continuing to use this. Overall, I think it’s a very nice and affordable serum that does what it promises. Four stars from me 🙂 Especially if you want a product that helps minimize visible pores without feeling too strong or complicated to include in your routine.1 product in post Good results for little money24 views - The post was made 18 hoursRating: 3 out of 5Verifierad testare
Not bad but not for me
As a #lykoinflutester, I had the opportunity to test this face cream from #aco for a few weeks. I have combination acne-prone skin that easily becomes both shiny and dry depending on products and season, so it was very interesting to try a day cream specifically designed for blemished skin. My first impression was very positive! The product comes in a sleek and handy packaging that feels both hygienic and practical. The cream also has a quite pleasant texture at first impression — it feels moisturizing and comfortable upon application. I also appreciate that it feels affordable and accessible compared to many other products aimed at acne-prone skin. Unfortunately, I quickly noticed that it probably doesn’t suit my skin type optimally. For me, the cream feels a bit too heavy, especially under makeup. I find that my skin gets quite shiny during the day when I use it, and unfortunately, that’s something I’m quite sensitive to since I already tend to get oily in the T-zone. I didn’t get any new breakouts from it, but my skin didn’t feel quite as balanced as with lighter creams I usually use. However, I absolutely think this could work better for someone with slightly drier skin or for those who want a more moisturizing cream without having to spend a lot of money. For me, it was unfortunately a bit too rich in texture to work optimally in my routine. Overall, I think it’s a totally okay and affordable product with nice packaging and a pleasant feel upon application, but it doesn’t quite suit my skin type fully. Three stars from me 🙂1 product in post Not bad but not for me27 views - The post was made 19 hoursRating: 5 out of 5Verifierad testare
Affordable toner to alternate with
As a #lykoinflutester, I’ve had the chance to test this toner from #aco for a few weeks. For several years, I’ve been a loyal user of a similar toner from a more expensive brand, so it was really fun to try this one! There seem to be some differences in the ingredient list, but both contain 2% salicylic acid. The product is nicely packaged in a fairly sleek bottle that matches the rest of the line. I don’t have much to say about my visual impression of the product itself; it’s a transparent and completely colorless toner. Feels good upon application, seems quite gentle on the skin despite the high salicylic acid content. However, I must admit I haven’t dared to use it daily, I’ve used it 1-2 times per week. This is because I have quite troublesome combination skin that tends to get dry, so I’m a bit scared to experiment in general and don’t really want to deviate from my usual routine. But oh well, it’s so fun to be an influencer tester, so I did my best 😁🤓 Since my starting point is that I already had a similar product in my routine, I didn’t expect to see much result/difference, and I didn’t. But I think that’s a positive!! I interpret it as working just as well as the one I previously used from a more expensive brand, and that’s a great compliment! Overall, I think it’s an effective and affordable product. Five stars from me 🙂 But I would personally recommend being cautious and introducing it gradually, and only using it daily if your skin really can handle it.1 product in post Affordable toner to alternate with - The post was made 1 month
Bought for the first time
Jeez, what a stupid design on the can!! 😅 Pardon my French, but how the hell do you open it?1 product in post Bought for the first time318 views- The user's roll: Customer service at Lyko. The comment was made 1 monthHi Caroline 🥰 To open this jar, twist the black part, then the glass part with your foundation will stay in your hand 😍👌 Feel free to try again, and if it still doesn't work, get in touch again!
- The post was made 2 monthsRating: 4 out of 5verified customer
Does its job!
I have been on a mission as #lykoinflutester to test some products from #kevinmurphy over the course of a few weeks 🤗 This hair mask is part of the Hydrate.me series, which consists of moisturizing and color-preserving products. My hair requires quite a bit of moisture, so I was very happy to get to test this product. However, I mostly have natural hair color (I’m in the process of growing it out), so I’m unfortunately not the right person to judge that particular property. My first impression of the hair mask is that it feels luxurious and professional, as always with Kevin Murphy's products. The packaging is sleek and pretty, and the muted purple color looked really nice on the shower shelf 😁 (Those who have read my other reviews know that I think packaging and especially colors are a bit important!) I personally think it smells a bit dull, it doesn’t smell bad at all but almost nothing at all - suitable for those who don’t want any strong scents. I have now used the hair mask three times, and I felt it was moisturized and lovely already after the first use. It feels reasonably shiny and manageable (as promised), but maybe not more than any other comparable hair mask. Whether it preserves color well or poorly, I can’t really judge, but I have no reason to doubt it anyway. My assessment is that it is a high-quality hair mask, and that Kevin Murphy is a safe and reliable brand. My overall rating gives it a 4 out of 5 - I am satisfied with the result but don’t think it’s a wow product. It does belong to the slightly higher price range, and if I personally am to think it’s worth a few extra bucks, it would need to stand out more from the crowd. I would recommend this hair mask to someone who is primarily looking for gentle products for colored hair, without too much scent.1 product in post Does its job!108 views - The post was made 2 monthsRating: 3 out of 5Verifierad testare
Not as moisturizing as I want
I have been testing some products from #lykoinflutester for a few weeks on behalf of #kevinmurphy 🤗 This conditioner is part of the Everlasting.colour series, which consists of moisturizing and color-preserving products. According to the description, they should also counteract damage from hard water, which suits me as I live in the countryside. However, I mostly have natural hair color (I’m in the process of growing it out), so I’m unfortunately not the right person to assess that particular property. My first impression of the conditioner is that it feels luxurious and professional, as always with Kevin Murphy's products. The packaging is sleek and nice, but I think many of the colors on the packaging are a bit tricky to be honest 🙈 I won’t let that affect the rating, but it does affect whether I personally would buy it again or not... and I definitely don’t want anything bright orange in my cozy shower corner (haha). Sorry! Other than that, I have no complaints, the impression of the product itself is positive and I like the scent. It’s mild and natural, smells a bit like a sauna (birch!?), suitable for those who don’t want anything scented. My experience with the use is that it does its job, the hair feels soft and manageable after washing. It feels reasonably moisturized, but maybe neither more nor less than any other conditioner really. Whether it preserves color well or poorly, I can’t really determine, I have a bit of trouble stating how it handles the hard water as well on such a short time. I usually like Kevin Murphy's products overall, and I consider it a safe and reliable brand. However, after a couple of weeks of use, I feel that my hair has become a bit more static, I think my hair might need even more moisture than this, I usually focus on products/lines with a lot of moisture. Since Everlasting.colour is primarily marketed as a color-preserving conditioner, I think it’s a bit neglected, but I still think I’ll lower the rating to a 3, since moisturizing is actually the primary function of all conditioners, I think. I would recommend this product line to someone who is primarily looking for gentle but effective products for colored hair, and who wants sulfate-free products with mild scents.1 product in post Not as moisturizing as I want59 views - The post was made 2 monthsRating: 3 out of 5Verifierad testare
Good but not the best
I have been testing some products from #lykoinflutester for a few weeks on assignment as #kevinmurphy 🤗 This shampoo is part of the Everlasting.colour series, which consists of moisturizing and color-preserving products. According to the description, it should also counteract damage from hard water, which suits me as I live in the countryside. However, I mostly have natural hair color (I’m in the process of growing it out), so I’m unfortunately not the right person to judge that particular property. My first impression of the shampoo is that it feels luxurious and professional, as always with Kevin Murphy's products. The packaging is sleek and nice, but I think many of the colors on the packaging are a bit tricky if I’m being honest 🙈 I won’t let that affect the rating, but it does affect whether I personally would buy it again or not... and I definitely don’t want anything ill-orange in my cozy shower corner (haha). Sorry! Other than that, I have no remarks, the impression of the product itself is positive and I like the scent. It’s mild and natural, smells a bit like a sauna (birch!?), suitable for those who don’t want anything perfumed. My experience with the use is that it cleans excellently, possibly a bit less lather than I would have liked, but that’s a matter of taste. All of Kevin Murphy's products are sulfate-free (to my knowledge), so it’s probably a bit like that, pros and cons simply! I’m satisfied with the result, my hair feels clean and moisturized as promised. Whether it preserves color well or poorly, I can’t really determine, I have a bit of a hard time commenting on how it handles hard water as well in such a short time. My assessment is, in any case, that it’s a good shampoo, and that Kevin Murphy is a safe and reliable brand. After a couple of weeks of use, I do feel that my hair has become a bit more static, I think my hair might need even more moisture than this, I usually focus on products/lines with a lot of moisture. Since Everlasting.colour is primarily marketed as a color-preserving shampoo, I think it’s a bit neglected, but it is still described as moisturizing, and therefore I think I’ll lower the rating to a 3. I would recommend this shampoo to someone who is primarily looking for a gentle but effective cleansing for colored hair, and who wants sulfate-free products with mild scents.1 product in post Good but not the best49 views - The post was made 2 months
Size
Hi! How big is this? Can it hold up shoulder-length hair, or is it more for half-up styles? 🤗1 product in post Size60 views- The user's roll: Lyko Creator. The comment was made 2 monthsHey there Caroline! 👋 This hair clip is about 4 cm long 🤍 It might reach shoulder-length hair depending on thickness, but otherwise I would say it's mostly suitable for a half-updo 🥰 All the best!1 likes
- The post was made 3 monthsRating: 3 out of 5Verifierad testare
Small handy tubes but...
I have as #lykoinflutester gotten to try these lip balms from #carmex for a few weeks - super fun! I am a frequent user (not to say abuser) of lip balm, which makes me an excellent tester, but I also have high demands 😏 Thanks to my abuse and good genes, I rarely (never) suffer from dry lips, but since I am completely allergic to dryness, I can still assess the moisturizing effect. I consider Carmex to be a classic, a reliable brand that you know delivers. Typical for all their lip products (I think) is that they contain menthol, and also camphor. This is clearly felt in the taste, and although all three variants have quite a strong fruit flavor, it does not hide the menthol. I personally have a bit of a hard time with the menthol taste, I think it lingers for a long time and distorts the taste of everything you eat and drink. Strawberry I think is the one that masks it best, cherry works reasonably well with the menthol, but unfortunately I find the pineapple quite hard to handle. If you have very dry lips, I can imagine that menthol provides a nice relief, but otherwise it is mostly a nuisance, I think. Furthermore, I have very sensitive eyes (dry and easily irritated) and noticed a clear deterioration when I used Carmex. I googled that both menthol and camphor are volatile substances, and due to their strong character can therefore irritate the eyes. If you have no issues with your eyes, you probably don't need to take this into account, but it might be good for someone to know 👀 That said, I am otherwise satisfied with the results of the products! They do what they are supposed to do and feel smooth and nice on the lips. They have a lot of flavor, which I appreciate in lip products, even though the menthol brings my rating down. I think it's great that they have a bit of SPF, but it's too low for me to want to use it in the summer, but great for the rest of the year. In summary, these lip balms do their job, but unfortunately they have some negative properties that mean they won't come close to any of my regular favorites. I also think the packaging is a bit dull, I don't like the colorful designs 🤣 However, this is offset by the fact that they come in a tube, which is very convenient, especially these super small tubes. Unfortunately, it is not very likely that I will buy these again, but that is more due to my personal preferences than the results.1 product in post Small handy tubes but...100 views