Reviews

The Reformation

Jane SLevel 1 11 Reviews

a year ago

so reformation's sustainability policy does pretty much scream "IT'S CARBON FRIENDLIER TO BE SKINNY!! DRINK FROM A METAL STRAW AND SAVE THE TURTLES." there have been a couple items that have really called to me, namely a 2018-esque puffed sleeve blouse that i got so i can cosplay like it's 2018 and their iteration of the hill house nap dress (cotton smocked floral dress). shhhh the knockoffs, like those for the popular juliette dress aren't significantly worse, quality-wise. the thing that makes me anxious is the fact that their viscose and viscose-blend products are DRY CLEAN ONLY. you are not even supposed to ATTEMPT to hand wash, and the dry cleaners can end up burning your clothes. i'm just going to pray i am never stuck in a spaghetti eating situation with my white viscose blouse. steaming has worked to keep the garment fresh for now. https://www.reddit.com/r/Reformationclothing/comments/whhnq0/viscose_do_not_hand_wash_and_be_very_picky_at_the/

Everlane

Jane SLevel 1 11 Reviews

a year ago

the OG elevated basics brand is nothing extraordinary, but no flops so far. it's hard to blind-buy given the general boxiness of the silhouettes and different pant rises. i've only bought everlane pants from nordstrom because of their free return policy. the price point isn't the most accessible, but you can find NWT items at steep markdown on therealreal at times.

Cirque Colors

Jane SLevel 1 11 Reviews

a year ago

color "lullaby" in a multicolor glitter is unique and fun! works on its own (though it needs a topcoat) and versatile in its ability to match with different base coats. did not notice any particular issues with chipping or wear. https://www.cirquecolors.com/lullaby/

The Ordinary

Jane SLevel 1 11 Reviews

Would recommend

a year ago

one product consistently worth coming back to is the squalane oil, which provides the best cost per ounce among its competitors. compared to many products, squalane is not sensitizing or reactive and it adds that extra protective boost during moisture barrier-compromised days when everything you put on your face just HURTS. it's low-risk, high-reward for many people.

HiBAR

Jane SLevel 1 11 Reviews

Would recommend

a year ago

bars seem like the more intuitive choice for conditioner. they just need to be emollient enough to spread around the hair. shampooing with a bar that's been used down to the small bits can be frustrating to lather; at that stage it's easiest to dissolve with the dregs of a leftover liquid shampoo and mix in some water. would definitely like to see these more available in stores.

Glossier

Jane SLevel 1 11 Reviews

a year ago

bought into the hype in 2016 but the products are quite frankly mid. since drugstore prices have been creeping up so much, glossier's middle range prices are not so bad. cloud paint: one tube contains MANY applications, but it's not a long-lasting blush balm dot com: not so different formula-wise from aquaphor, but it's cute packaging and a great gift for 14-year-old girls (even the ones whose moms discourage makeup-wearing!) glossier you: the sample smelled different from the bottle i got, which smelled of dust, damp basement, and pencil shavings milky jelly cleanser: not much different from cetaphil/cerave, but i liked the travel size bottle enough to refill with cerave

amika

Jane SLevel 1 11 Reviews

a year ago

dry shampoo came in clutch during a dirty hair photo day! the scent is unremarkable, as though you took a little bit of everything from bath and body works and spritzed it on your head. it's pretty good and not strong, which is a relief. i chose the right sephora birthday gift

Allbirds

Jane SLevel 1 11 Reviews

Would recommend

a year ago

alright so my partner is a frugal midwestern tech employee who purchased a pair to serve as a comfortable all-purpose sort of shoe. he says he's never received more compliments from random men on the street. did not blind buy; he did try them on at the store first, but the exchange/return process was simple enough.

Milk Bar

Jane SLevel 1 11 Reviews

Would recommend

a year ago

ice cream is surprisingly not so expensive; maybe slightly more or comparable to ben & jerry's given the novelty of the flavors. not sure if it'll catch on outside the tristate area aside from transplants, but for an intro into the milk-verse, it's a pretty good one the packaged cookies are overpriced and have that artificial chips ahoy chewy taste, which could be what you're craving but it definitely isn't the same as the bakery packaged cookies.

Honey Mama's

Jane SLevel 1 11 Reviews

Would recommend

a year ago

i dig it! it really does have a strong coconut taste in each flavor (coconut, mint, and salted almond) and the texture quite fudgey. appreciate the simplicity of the ingredients; this doesn't taste "healthy" at all . the mint is surprisingly sharp, to the point where you can still taste the cooling sensation after drinking water.