Review: Vichy Aqualia Thermal Cream Fortifying & Soothing 24Hr Hydrating Care

The other day I was digging through my bag of skin care samples that I have collected from years of "Gift with Purchases" and just...

The other day I was digging through my bag of skin care samples that I have collected from years of "Gift with Purchases" and just random samples. What I discovered hidden in my bag is this little gem: Vichy Aqualia Thermal 24hr Hydrating Cream. It seriously has been super cold in Winnipeg for the last few days with temperatures ranging from -30°C (-22°F) and with the windchill, it feels like -43°C. (-45°F)


My skin has been feeling pretty dehydrated, and I've been trying to replenish its moisture by using face moisturizers and face creams, but because of the constant exposure to the wind, the regular moisturizers aren't working. However, then I tried the Vichy. I put it on overnight, and instantly I could feel my skin was soft and smooth. I was really amazed at how awesome it worked! The next morning my skin felt supple and firm too.

What I love about this formula is that it is non-sticky and it doesn't feel like you are wearing anything on your face. Once you apply it, the product is quickly absorbed by your skin.

The Vichy Aqualia Thermal Cream Fortifying & Soothing 24Hr Hydrating Care claims to be (from VichyUSA.com)

  • Enriched with Vichy Thermal Water and Activ Hyaluronine™ to help strengthen the natural protective function of the skin and soothe sensations of discomfort.
  • Vichy Thermal Water + Activ Hyaluronine™, patent pending, combination of hyaluronic acid and lipidure proven for lasting moisture. Micro-encapsulated and delivered in a "sprinkler-like" system for 24Hr hydration. In a comforting yet refreshing cream that melts into skin.
  • Non-greasy. Non-sticky for up to 24 hours, skin is intensely hydrated with moisture, feels soothed and comfortable, visibly fortified, with increased radiance. Allergy tested. Formulated for sensitive skin. Tested on sensitive skin under dermatological control. Paraben-free. Non-comedogenic. 

    • It's very rare for to me to actually find a product that claims to do everything that it claims it does, and from my use of this product, it does what it says. So for me, this is definitely going to be one of my top picks for winter skin care.

    Review: Revlon ColorStay Ultimate Suede Lipstick

    Recently, I've been loving the lip products Revlon has been putting out. I normally don't wear lipstick, because of the majority of ...

    Recently, I've been loving the lip products Revlon has been putting out. I normally don't wear lipstick, because of the majority of the brands I've tried (and as I'm sure some ladies would agree) - they were simply too drying on my lips, even when I coat my lips with lip balm before applying.

    However, Revlon definitely has come out with lip products that are non-drying (and even moisturizing without the lip balm). By far, my favourite from them are the Revlon Lip Butters, then the Just Bitten Kissable Balm Stains. So when I had the opportunity to try out Revlon's new ColorStay Ultimate Suede Lipstick from their Revlon Selects package, I was hoping it would be like a mash-up between my two favourite lip products from them. However, it sort of was, and wasn't. I'll explain a little more down below.

    So let's get to it, according to Revlon's website it says the lipstick has a moisturizing formula that includes shea butter and aloe.

    It says to provide:
    • Long lasting all-day colour
    • Instant moisture
    • Food proof wear
    • Soft suede finish
    So? with these claims, I set out to test it. As a part of my morning routine, lip balm always goes on before I step out the door. However, I didn't put any on yesterday morning. I stepped out the door at 7:30 a.m. and headed for work.

    My opinion on the first initial swipe on the lips:
    • Soft, smooth and lipbalm-y
    • It does provide "instant" moisture
    • The colour is nice and is buildable, you can rock a sheer look with one swipe, or with multiple swipes you can go for a more pigmented look.
    Between 8 a.m - 4:30 p.m. I talk to customers, drink tea, and answer the phone.

    My opinion after 2 hours:
    • This isn't moisturizing
    • I need lip balm, where's my lip balm?
    • Why do my lips look old? (the lipstick does end up in the creases and lines of your lips)
    • There's colour on my white cup (there's a slight transfer of colour onto the cup)
    At that moment, I had to put on lip balm. 

    By the end of the work day, my lips were still semi-coloured. The colour does stay on, but it fades like any other lipstick.

    Comparing Revlon's ColorStay Ultimate Suede Lipstick to my other two favourite lipsticks, I have have made my decision that it does have a 'staining' effect like the Just Bitten Kissables, but it is more drying. Like the Lip Butters, it also does have an 'instant' moisture effect when you first put it on, but unlike the Lip Butters, the moisture doesn't last. After a few hours the moisture on your lips disappears, and you feel like you have chapped lips even when you didn't have it to begin with.

    Would I recommend this? and overall thought? To me, it's not any different than any other drying lipstick.

    I'd stick with my Revlon Lip Butters and Just Bitten Kissables.

    When You Think Too Much

    How the thinkers mind works What are some major events that can happen in your life? Let's name a few: buying a home, moving to a ...

    How the thinkers mind works
    What are some major events that can happen in your life?

    Let's name a few: buying a home, moving to a different city, starting a new career, starting a new school, presenting a big speech, losing someone, a break-up, a divorce, and actually - many other things. When these situations happen, what are some of the things that go through your head? Do you go through all the possibilities of things that could happen? or are you the kind of person who let's life unfold itself?

    I am the thinker, sometimes it's a good thing; sometimes not so much. Sometimes it creates stress and sometimes people get annoyed because you talk about it so much. Like my mom, she's a thinker. She told me, at the end of the day - when you think about it too much, you're actually making it a bigger deal than it actually is (coming from experience, of course).

    So as a thinker, I tend to "think it out." But when it comes down to it; just remember to be happy, because life is too short to be anything but happy. Think positive, worry less, be happier, and stay strong.

    The Search: Monster High Dolls in Winnipeg

    Yeah, so it's true. I am collecting Monster High dolls. Frankie Stein to be exact. I wouldn't have expected myself to be into doll c...

    Yeah, so it's true. I am collecting Monster High dolls. Frankie Stein to be exact. I wouldn't have expected myself to be into doll collecting. I mean, I can hear my mom saying to me (very loudly), "You're an adult now, why are you playing with dolls again?" Sigh. I am not playing with dolls. I am collecting. There's a difference!

    When I first saw Monster High dolls in 2010, I looked at them (Frankie Stein in particular) and thought to myself "These are pretty cool dolls." To be honest, I did want one - just to have because they looked cool. But the thinking part of me said "Yeah, they're cool. But you don't REALLY NEED IT." So off I went on my merry way. Who would have thought two years later I would be kicking myself in the face for NOT getting the first wave of Frankie Stein? Not only is she impossible to find, but also major expensive. There was another instance where I had Dead Tired Frankie in my hand and I said to myself, "I don't really need it." Then, a few months later I went on a hunting spree trying to find her again. In the end, I did get Dead Tired Frankie, but not for the price I COULD have gotten it - which was $11.17 at Superstore. So now my rule (well my boyfriend's rule) is: Buy it when you see it. I guess he doesn't want to hear me whine about it.

    However, out of my collection (School's Out, Ghouls Rule, Sweet 1600, Dead Tired, and Frankie Stein Fashion Pack).

    My three favourites so far are:
    Frankie Stein - Sweet 1600, which my boyfriend searched the entire city of Winnipeg for.
    Frankie Stein - Dead Tired, which I got off eBay for a fairly decent price.
    Frankie Stein - School's Out, which I found at Kohl's when I was taking a trip to the States.

    The ones I still want to get:
    Frankie Stein - Wave 1 Basic or the Limited Edition Black and White San Diego Comic Con Edition
    Frankie Stein - Dawn of the Dance
    Frankie Stein - Threaderella, Scary Tales

    For anyone looking for Dead Tired Series, the last place I checked that still had them was at the Selkirk, MB, Walmart on Friday, August 31. There was a few Draculaura's and Ghoulia's left, if anyone was interested in getting them. I'd also probably call the store first before going if you're not from Selkirk and want to get them.

    Anyhow, happy doll hunting!
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