Multinorm - Vitamin D3 Tabletten 

These are mini tablets of 1600 I.E. of vitamin D3.
Because they are mini tablets they are very easy to take.

The packaging is a little plastic click dispenser. While it is very convenient, it can't be refilled and feels like a bit of a waste of plastic.


Price: 5/5 ($4.18 for 60 mini tablets)
Scent: 2.5/5 (no scent)
Effectiveness: 5/5

Olivia - Damenbinden - extra lang mit Flügeln - Pads, extra long with wings

I picked these up from Aldi and chose these because they were the cheapest.

The internal absorbent material kept bunching up, it isn't well secured to the base.
It also isn't that absorbent.
These two factors combined meant I didn't just keep waking up in a pool of my own blood, but also bled onto clothes throughout the day.

I have better things to do than worry about my pad failing.

These are better than nothing, but I won't be buying them again.

Price: 5/5 ($1.61 for 14)
Scent: 2.5/5 (none)
Effectiveness: 1/5

Masquerade! - Lacura Spa - Cloth Face Mask - Toning

This mask contains ginseng, which I am usually not a fan of, but it was ok in this mask.

It smells a bit like vegetables, but it isn't bad.

My skin really liked this one.

Aldi - Protane Naturals - 6 Precious Oils - Shampoo

In previous Aldi shampoo adventures, I found the bottle too hard for squeezing out the product.
This product 'solves' this problem by making the shampoo as viscous as water, so you don't have to squeeze the bottle.
This is a stupid solution.
You will loose product because of this.

It smells like generic man shower product :(
I am not a generic man!

It cleans well and lathers well, but it did leave my hair 'crunchy'.

Overall

Price: 5/5 ($5.99 for 400mL)
Scent: 0/5
Effectiveness; 2/5

Confidence - Fresh Wipes

Yes, this is a review of what is essentially baby wipes.
I picked these up at Aldi and used them to remove my makeup.

But what makes these notable is they come with a proper lid!!!

Now, the lid on my packet came off over time, but it is a step in the right direction.

The packaging claims that you can flush them down the toilet, but I personally advise against that.
Unfortunately, I used them all before I thought to test how they disintegrate in water.

An easy way to test if they break down sufficiently. A cloudy jar is your window to not needing to call a plumber.

They are lightly scented, non-irritating, and work well to remove makeup.

Price: 5/5 ($2.49 for 40 wipes)
Scent: 3/5
Effectiveness: 4/5

Lacura - Renovage - Rejuvenating Night Cream

This is a really thick night cream that works well in colder weather, especially thanks to the shea butter.
This may be too heavy to use in summer.

The scent is quite clinical, but not overpowering.

It claims to contain apple stem cells, but I don't think this has any effect, I wasn't wowed by this product.

A little of this goes a long way.
This was a good buy from Aldi :)

Price: 3/5 ($19.99 for 50mL)
Scent: 2/5
Effectiveness: 4/5

Lacura - Luxury Body Butter - Orange Blossom

This smells soooo nice!
Like a buttery, sweet orange scent.

It was also super thick!
It absorbs well, is really moisturising, and non-irritating for sensitive skin.

Price: 5/5 (~$5 for 200mL)
Scent: 4/5
Effectiveness: 5/5

Lacura - Organic Argan Oil For Nourishment Night Cream

Yay cruddy photo!

Another Aldi product!

This is a very heavy cream. I started using it in the summer and that was a bad idea. 
It was so heavy on my skin it made me sweat.
So if you want to use this, use it in winter!

It has a clean, kind of clinical, slightly nutty scent.
It really didn't absorb well, it felt almost more like a barrier cream than a moisturiser.

The packaging is nice though, it feels sturdy and has a cool 'double wall' look.

Price: 5/5 ($8-ish for 50mL)
Scent: 1/5
Effectiveness: 1/5

Masquerade! - Lacura Spa - Cloth Face Mask - De Stress

This has Co-enzyme Q10, it had a sort of hydrocarbon chemically smell and a thick serum.
I call this one meh.

Lacura Essentials - Renew Cleansing Wipes

These are so cushion-y!!!!
Like wiping your face with a plush hotel towel that was dipped in heavenly face serum.

The scent is clean and fresh. It claims to contain co-enzyme Q-10 
(I can't be assed taking them into the lab and proving this - I can actually do said tests - so they get the benefit of the doubt) 
which is good, as it is an antioxidant.

The serum did leave a bit of a residue and the packaging was that STUPID 'RE-SEALABLE' STICKY PATCH THAT SUCKS!

Fuck you!

But overall I was fairly pleased with these. They were good at removing my makeup at the end of the day.

Price: 5/5 ($1.99 for 30 wipes)
Scent: 4/5
Effectiveness: 4/5

Lacura Beauty - Glamour Goddess - Eyelash Enhancing Serum

I wanted to improve my eyebrows, so thought I'd give this a go.
Now to know if it actually made a difference, technically I should only put it on one eyebrow... but if it worked, I didn't want to look like a crazed person (that would give the game away).

So in comes test subject A (Parental unit 2)!

Here is his beginning photo:

You can see the fear in his eyes!

And then one month later (of mostly regular daily treatment):

Now it is just quiet acceptance and private sorrow.

Let's put them side by side:

I've adjusted the warmth/contrast to make it match better.

Verdict: I don't see much of a difference. I'm going to say it didn't work on this dude.
I also used it for my self and didn't notice much of a change either (subjectively of course).

The formula is thicker than I was expecting, but is easy enough to work with.

It doesn't upset my skin, or the test subject's.

It's scent is faint, with green notes.

Overall verdict, just get brow powder, this probably won't work.

Price: 2/5 maybe (probably $28... really got to be more careful about recording the Aldi product prices)
Scent: 2/5
Effectiveness: 0/5

Lacura - Skin Science - Cuvée Royal - Serum Concentrate

This was a nice fun serum. It absorbed well, wasn't sticky, and had these cute gold beads that break up into fine gold sparkles only when they leave the container.

It contains grape extracts (hence the link to being like wine) and QT40 (which is said to be a 'skin activator'). It is meant to support collagen and elastin, prevent sagging, and improve contour.

It is aimed at the +35 demographic, but nobody tells me what to do!

It smells like white wine to me and it lasted about 2 months, each night I used about 3 pumps to cover my face (hur hur hur).

The Dionysus of face serums, wine and satire!

The container was a glass cylinder with silver-toned metal hardware. The rose gold toned, matte cap STAYED ON like a cap should!
As you used it, the internal base lifted up, so nary a drop was wasted.

Overall, I loved this!

Price: 3/5 ($24.99 for 50mL)
Scent: 4/5
Effectiveness: 5/5

Lacura Essentials - Organic Argan Oil - Cleansing Wipes

I picked these up from...

The pack of 25 was a good size, you wouldn't want any more because the flawed packaging encourages drying out. The problem with the 'resealable' packaging isn't unique to this brand, it is a cross-brand problem. The cruddy plastic flap will only really reseal five time, then it won't close properly. Fix this, people!

The addition of argan oil made these wipes more of a moisturizing finish. There was a residue left on the skin after use. So if you are looking for an 'all off' clean, perhaps give these a miss.

The wipes themselves were good though.

Price: 5/5 ($1.99 for 25 wipes)
Scent: 3/5 (mild, almost nutty)
Effectiveness: 2.5/5

Lacura - Pedi Spa - Chiropody Pliers

Aldi!

I wanted a pair of clippers for removing hard skin that appears on the top of my fingertips near the sides of my nails. No, hand creams alone don't always help with this.

These clippers work perfectly. They are easy to position, the 'spring' can be adjusted so the clippers are open or closed (for storage), and they are sharp enough to cut.

Price: 3/5 (Can't recall, like $5?)
Effectiveness: 5/5

Lacura - Skin Science - Cuvée Royal - Neck & Decollete Mousse

Yes, it is an Aldi product! 

First, it come in a sleek container, packaging which I not only cannot fault but also love!

Look at this sleekness!

Second, it smells pleasant and mild. The texture is a rich mousse and a little goes a long way.

Third, I love the idea of taking better care of your neck. It sees just as much of the elements as your face but is often forgotten.

Price: 3.5/5 ($24.99 for 50mL)
Scent: 3.5/5
Effectiveness: 4/5

Lacura Spa - Body Butter - Lemon & Basil

I'm all for anything citrus, so when I spotted this in Aldi, I had to try it.

This body butter is nice and thick, non-irritating, and absorbs well. It contains lemon, basil and olive oils. 

It smells lovely and I only wish it was stronger on the lemon notes.

Other than that, I can't fault it!

Price: 5/5 ($4.99 for 250mL)
Scent: 4.5/5
Effectiveness: 5/5

Lacura - Skin Science - WrinkleStop

The packaging of this is so cute! It is like a syringe XD

As you may have guessed, I picked this up at Aldi (I know how some of you love Aldi) :p

This is a SYN-AKE containing anti-wrinkle serum which you are meant to apply directly to 'problem areas'.

As far as effectiveness, I did notice a little motion restriction and a little plumping, but not much to write home about.
Hence, I probably wouldn't buy it again.

As an appeasement to the Aldi-loving crowd, check out this Aldi product packaging (that needed to be changed):

CoUNTry...

Price: 3/5 ($14, i think, for 10mL)
Scent: 2/5
Effectiveness: 1/5