Sample Attack Round III

This is my third article about samples, and I'm not trying to make this into a monthly article, but I've been travelling more frequently than usual, and since I've accumulated a huge amount of samples (gift with purchase), I really need to use them up.

 

Garnier Light Gentle Clarifying Foam - HK$39.90 / 100ml

No. of trials: 8

 

This cleanser smells very fresh (great to wake me up in the morning), it doesn't leave any residue after cleansing but is slightly drying, better suited for the summer or for someone with oily skin (moi). Might consider getting this in full size during Summer.

 

L'oreal Hydrafresh Anti-Shine Fresh Purifying Icy Foam - HK$75.00 / 100ml

No. of trials: 5

 

This is a gel cleanser that leaves a cooling sensation on your skin even after you rinse it off, I think this will be a really fresh cleanser for the hot summer days, but since I had a skin reaction with a similar product before, I wouldn't risk getting this in full size. Please note that I did not have any skin reaction after using this product, but I still think that the Garnier Cleanser is better.

Organix Nourishing Coconut Milk Shampoo - HK$98.00 / 385ml
No. of trials: 6

This shampoo is really good for dry hair, it left my hair smooth and hydrated, but for some unknown reasons I just can't stand the scent of coconut.

Olay Total Effects 7 in 1 Anti-Aging Moisturizer - HK$179.90 / 50ml
No. of trials: 6

I love this moisturizer, it absorbs really fast, it feels light on the skin yet it still moisturizes. Now the question is Why do I keep buying high end skin care products when I almost always like the products that I've tried from Olay?

Nuxe Reve de Miel Hand And Nail Cream

No. of trials: 12

 

This hand cream absorbs really fast and it doesn't leave your hands greasy, actually it feels really matte (I'm not sure if I'm making any sense). However I didn't really like it mainly because of the floral scent. 

 

 

Organix Renewing Moroccan Argan Oil

Contents: 237ml / 8 fl oz
Price: HK$88.00
Local of Purchase: Mannings

According to organix's webpage

 

Renew your hair’s inner health with argan oil nutrients, antioxidants, and vitamin E. Organix Renewing Moroccan Argan Oil Renewing Treatment is a deep conditioning, exotic formula to add brilliant shine and create lush softness without leaving any heavy residue which can weigh hair down.

 

Ingredients: Water Behentrimonium chloride Cetyl alcohol CETEARYL ALCOHOL N DIMETHICONE 200 (DIMETHICONE 200 FLUID) DC-200 CYCLOMETHICONE D4 Glycerine Ceteareth-20 Glycol stearate Polyquaternium-11 Dimethiconol Fragrance (Irritating to eyes) Lanolin oil Simmondsia chinensis extract Panthenol Argania Spinosa Oil Tetrasodium EDTA Dmdm hydantoin Methylchloro isothiazolinone and Methyl isothiazolinone solution

My Opinion:

I've really wanted to like this hair mask, because it smells really good, but unfortunately this product did nothing to my hair, please note that I've got really damaged hair, this might work for someone with healthier hair.

Sample Attack

I've never paid much attention to the samples that I got from purchase, but recently they've grown so much that there was no way I could ignore them (I'm running out of storage), and since they're mostly tiny little bottles, I though I'll just write a combine review article.

 

ROC Hydra+ Bio Active Anti Oxidant Bio-Moisturizing Cream SPF15 - Dry Skin

This usually retails for HK$200 / 40ml, and the sample has lasted me 5 application, but it was enough for me to decide that I did not like it. It is a very thick cream that feels heavy on the skin, but not moisturizing at all, and I don't even have dry skin.

L'oreal Derma Genesis Cellular-Youth Creator Essence Concentrate

This usually retails for HK$199 / 50ml, and the sample has lasted me 8 application. I was really surprise with this product, because it was super hydrating. I had this with me in Korea, and I've noticed immediate hydration after applying it. Will definetly consider getting a full size.

NUXE Honey Face & Body Ultra-Rich Cleansing Gel

This usually retails for HK$208 / 400ml, and the sample has lasted me 6 application. This is a very mild cleanser that won't dry out your skin, great for the winter, but personally I prefer stronger cleanser.

Organix Moroccan Argan Oil Shampoo
This usually retails for HK$98 / 385 ml, and the sample has lasted me 8 applciation. I love this shampoo, it smells great and it left my hair very soft, will definetly get this in full size.

 

 小曼家族Sugar Super Moisture Shower Gel

This is just a shower gel that I found nothing to rave about

Curel Daily Moisture Original Lotion for Dry Skin
Another sample that I've really like and will definetly get it in full size, this is a hydrating cream that once you massage into your skin it will turn watery and gets absorbs instantly.

Clean & Clear Morning Burst Facial Scrub
This scrub has only got a few beads, and it makes me wonder how is it going to exfoliate my skin. I've been using it as a facial wash, but I don't think I'll be repurchasing.