Sarah
- The post was made 6 daysRating: 5 out of 5
Super pretty
I painted my boyfriend's nails with this and it is SO pretty! "2556 drip drip" is truly the perfect semi-transparent pearly silver-white color. It sparkles nicely without overpowering and holds well. In the first picture (the one where I'm holding my boyfriend's hand) there are two layers without topcoat, and in the second picture taken in daylight, it's 6 days later and with the corresponding topcoat. It has held up well in the meantime, especially considering that my boyfriend is not gentle with his hands, doing everything from hand washing dishes, cleaning, shopping, cooking, etc. There have been a few chips that have disappeared, but that's not too strange considering how he uses his hands. The majority of the nail that is visible is actually just because his nails grow incredibly fast, so it's grown out. The formula dries pretty quickly. My only criticism is that the brush is quite large and picks up too much product, but that's pretty common among nail polishes as well. You just have to remember to wipe off the excess, so it's not a bigger problem. The topcoat 00 felt protective and really gave a shiny surface that lasted long. The review was conducted on behalf of Smartson - the test pilot was allowed to try the product for free.1 product in post Super pretty91 views - The post was made 6 daysRating: 4 out of 5
Holds surprisingly well
First of all, I want to say that I thought the color "15 Full blown" would be more bright red. It looks quite red in the bottle, but on the hand, it is significantly more pink. On the website, it also looks red, so I was a bit disappointed that it was pink, but if you like a clear, strong pink with red tones, this might be the color for you. I tested using it without other products. No base or top coat, just two layers of the nail polish, and I feel positively surprised. The picture is from day 6 where there has been daily use including showering, hand washing, cleaning, etc. Some small chips have disappeared, but surprisingly well considering I didn’t put on any protective layers. It is a very transparent formula, so at least two layers are needed for coverage that isn’t streaky. Otherwise, it dried red quickly, but just like other nail polishes, it can wrinkle if you accidentally apply pressure when it’s dry to the touch but not completely dry all the way through. Overall, a product that was significantly better than I thought! The review was conducted on behalf of Smartson - the test pilot was allowed to try the product for free.1 product in post Holds surprisingly well65 views - The post was made 1 weekRating: 4 out of 5
Could be better for nail breaks further down
Since I didn't have a broken nail, I tried cutting a piece off high up to simulate a broken nail. Upon application, it felt strong, but after a day, a small part had started to come off, and after two days, the cut part was ready to fall off (see pictures from before application and two days later.) The product dried quickly and looked smooth and nice under nail polish. You couldn't see at all that the nail was broken, which is definitely a positive result. I think it would have worked better if the nail had broken further down where it wasn't subjected to as much stress. I don't want to give it a bad rating because I used it poorly. I generally found it strengthening, had an easy-to-work-with consistency and applicator, and it still delivered on its promises. The review was conducted on behalf of Smartson - the test pilot was allowed to try the product for free.1 product in post Could be better for nail breaks further down - The post was made 1 weekRating: 4 out of 5
SO good if you're oily
Are you like me and look like a butter package 30 minutes after makeup application? Then this is the product for you! I have tested this on several occasions, and usually, I become extremely oily, especially in the T-zone, very quickly after putting on makeup. So far, I haven't tried a single setting spray that can prevent me from getting so greasy, but this one was different. I became a little "shinier", but it just made me look more glowy, and it didn't gradually get worse throughout the day; I became shiny after just over an hour, and then it stayed at that level for the rest of the day. Just that is a HUGE difference from how it usually is. I can agree with others that it is a bit like hairspray, but it didn't really bother me. However, you might want to protect your hair because if you have a lot of baby hairs like I do, you might accidentally get it in your hair, and then it feels like an extra strong hold hairspray as the hair gets a bit crunchy. I hadn't styled my hair before using it, as you can see below in the picture, and after using it, it was hard to style my hair because my baby hairs were "hairsprayed" in all directions. In a perfect world, I could give this 4.5/5, but since that's not possible, it gets 4/5. There are two reasons why I lowered the rating a bit. 1. I have hooded eyes (which aren't properly visible in the pictures due to my expressions), and that means that skin from the brow bone hangs down and covers large parts of the eyelid. This meant in practice that when I used the spray with my eyes closed and then opened my eyes, the eyelid "stuck" to that skin at the brow bone. I had to peel them apart, and then my eyeshadow was smudged and mixed with some of my eyeliner, so I had to remove it. 2. I have combination skin, and after a whole day, the makeup looked bad on my driest areas. There, it was as if it really crumbled away with touch. Otherwise, a great product that will definitely become part of my routine! The review was conducted on behalf of Smartson - the test pilot was allowed to try the product for free.1 product in post SO good if you're oily58 views - The post was made 2 monthsRating: 2 out of 5
Difficult to work with and annoying scent
I am not a professional at self-tanning. Usually, I use the same foam that I have used for many years. That’s why it was extra fun to be a test pilot for this product in hopes of finding a new favorite. Unfortunately, it did not live up to my expectations. I had a bit of trouble navigating the spray and found that my first attempts were uneven and gave an almost striped result. However, it was possible to get past that with a little practice. What I could not get past, however, was the scent. I agree with other comments that say the scent almost reminds me of what is used to mask bad odors in public restrooms. It is very sharp and pungent, which is a shame because after a bit of a learning curve, the result was nice, but unfortunately, it does not outweigh the horrible scent. The review was conducted on behalf of Smartson - the test pilot was allowed to try the product for free.1 product in post Difficult to work with and annoying scent157 views- The user's roll: Farmaceut på Lyko. The comment was made 2 monthsHey Sarah😊 Thanks for sharing your experience 🤍 How fun that you were chosen to test, that you gave the product a chance, and got a nice result after a little practice! It's a shame that the scent didn't suit you - scent is really something very individual, and it's not always easy to find a self-tanner that both smells good and is easy to apply. Your feedback is valuable and helps others know what to expect. Here’s a tip for a personal favorite at a really good price right now: lyko.com/sv/loving-tan/loving-tan-bronzing-mousse-medium-120-ml I hope my answer can be helpful and that you have a super nice day❄️
- The post was made 2 monthsRating: 3 out of 5
horrible scent!
I have tested the product now several times and my experience is that there is a lot of good to say, but the scent really brings down the score. It is easy to apply thin, even layers and build up for more coverage, therefore I would absolutely recommend it to beginners. However, you have to hold your breath the whole time because I found that it had such a strong scent that it really stung in my whole nose during use. Maybe it’s better to sit in front of a fan at the same time, but I’m afraid it would then leave stains all over the apartment. If the product had been scent-free, it would probably have gotten 5/5 from me, but the scent is so incredibly strong that it significantly lowers the rating! The review was conducted on behalf of Smartson - the test pilot was allowed to try the product for free.1 product in post horrible scent!92 views - The post was made 2 monthsRating: 4 out of 5
really good but a bit drying
I have tested this for a couple of weeks now, and at first, it worked well. The consistency is nice, and it absorbs into the skin quite quickly, although it can be a bit sticky for a while afterward. I generally am not particularly fond of scented skincare products, but this one has a mild scent that didn't bother me too much at least. However, I encountered problems when I used the serum both morning and night. I have combination skin and usually get very dry in the winter, and I found that not only did the serum cling to the dry areas and become extra sticky there, but I also felt that I became drier with usage twice a day. When I then tried using the serum once a day, I didn't have the same problems at all. The review was conducted on behalf of Smartson - the test pilot was allowed to try the product for free.1 product in post really good but a bit drying60 views - The post was made 2 monthsRating: 2 out of 5
not for me
I have had the opportunity to test these products as part of a test panel. For a couple of weeks now, I have tested these two products, both together and separately. The glow boosting fluid was quite good. It has a scent, which I do not like in skincare, and a slight tint that does not suit all skin tones. For me, it was somewhat orange, so I would not recommend it to anyone very pale with a cool skin tone like mine. Otherwise, it served its purpose. However, I did not like the glow boost serum at all. It has a significantly stronger scent and is not recommended for people with a sensitive nose. The serum also gave me tiny, bumpy pimples on all areas of application regardless of the amount used. For that reason, the serum was not at all for me. The review was conducted on behalf of Smartson - the test pilot was allowed to try the product for free. The review was conducted on behalf of Smartson - the test pilot was allowed to try the product for free.1 product in post not for me131 views- The user's roll: Farmaceut på Lyko. The comment was made 2 monthsHey Sarah😊 Thank you for sharing your experience so honestly🤍 It's great that you liked the Glow Boosting Fluid and that it gave you glow, even though the color and scent weren't quite right for you. At the same time, I understand that you didn't enjoy the Glow Boost Serum – the stronger scent can definitely irritate sensitive noses, and perfume in skincare is a common culprit when the skin reacts. It's also unfortunate that you got bumpy breakouts, which indicates that the formula (or an ingredient in it) wasn't optimal for you. So fun regardless that you were chosen as a tester, and thank you for sharing, your feedback is super helpful for us and others! Wishing you a lovely day❄️
- The post was made 3 monthsRating: 1 out of 5
Honest review of the serum as a test product
I had the honor of testing the Kérastase Première Sérum Filler Fondamental Hair Serum for free. My first thought was that the container and packaging exude quality. The bottle feels sturdy and looks nice, which is great so you don’t have to hide all your products in a cabinet. The consistency felt lovely, and upon application, my hair felt wonderful, but unfortunately, that’s where my positive feedback ends. The serum was really not for me unfortunately. It has a very strong scent that is quite masculine, which was not at all a favorite of mine. Furthermore, I experienced that the serum had negative effects on my hair. I have thin and fine hair with waves/curls, and even though the serum is supposed to be for all hair types and combat frizz, I just got more frizz and the texture of my hair flattened out, which made my hair look damaged. I didn’t get shine, softness, or reduced frizz, unfortunately. Unfortunately, I think a serum in this price range should hold a higher standard, therefore I was extremely disappointed with the result, even though I tested the serum several times with different amounts of product each time. Now I just hope that my waves/curls return if I stop using the serum 💔 I am participating in a test panel and received a free test product.1 product in post Honest review of the serum as a test product427 views