Writer's block? Here's what people want to read in a review

Something else you could add to the checklist: background of the makeup/beauty brand. Is it genuine? Is it well renowned? Does it have a good track record?

This is very helpful plus I would like confirmation of good instructions as I felt the Manuka Drs targeted wrinkle filler did not have clear instructions of how to use and what to expect .

Great ideas of what to include, it is hard not to sound repetitive on each review but great to have a structured approach to follow :-)

If you didn't like it as much, it would be awesome if people could note down recommendations they have for great alternatives to help us all discover new gems!

Thank you for the checklist will help when it comes to writing my reviews

This is a good help thank you, and also some of the comments posted.

To expand on the packaging idea - I would also like to know whether the pump/bottle etc is easy to use (I've got some joint issues that make having to squeeze hard a bit painful) and whether you can easily get all of the product out of the container.

Hi, this is very comprehensive, and I like the fact that people can say whether the review was helpful or not.

I like how tips are now mandatory. Even if a product hasn't floated your boat, providing a tip such as "perhaps better suited for X" is helpful. Since reviews need to be in depth, the "tips" can act as a bit of a filter, to work out whether or not to read the whole thing. Callous, perhaps, but that single sentence (ish) stops you from scrolling through screeds of reviews to find someone in a similar situation as yourself.

This was perfect! All the basics you need to know :)

Thanks BR this is very useful for writing reviews, when I try to write it as descriptive as possible and re-read it a few times before publishing my reviews, the longtivity I will definitely be adding in my reviews

Thank you for a comprehensive template to use when doing a review. Are you able to post this clearly on your site as a reference. Also I often read your site on my iPhone and it is a little frustrating. Could you change the format for smartphone reading. Or an option to? Also is there a way of reviewing a product is not already on your site? Your selection of foundations is quite small. I love what you are doing. It's great to have others opinions before I buy a new product.

With foundation/skincare products I think it's essential to know what skin type the person who trialled it has, & whether they think it was right for their skin type.

How about a field where you can report a review, sometimes I still see review where people haven't actually tried the product. It would help BR if we could bring it to your attention if it's not up to scratch.

This checklist will be really helpful!

Yes, I agree that's a great list. I hope I can remember all those points when I'm writing a review from now on. I do include a few of those on the list already.