deefaria
Member Since: November 3, 2020Reviews
Grown Alchemist Restorative Body Cream
I’ve never purchased anything from Grown Alchemist before, but now that I’ve tried out their soap and lotion, I may just branch out! 🧴 First off, I adore the packaging, which reminds me of old apothecary jars. The body cleanser (aka soap)... +
I’ve never purchased anything from Grown Alchemist before, but now that I’ve tried out their soap and lotion, I may just branch out! 🧴
First off, I adore the packaging, which reminds me of old apothecary jars. The body cleanser (aka soap) is a smaller than the body cream (lotion), but both come with a super handy pump. The soap has plenty of suds and the lotion is supwr moiturizing and glided on very easily.
My only qualm with both is the overpowering scent of rosemary, especially with the soap. In addition to the rosemary, the lotion had fresh hints of mandarin which really helped lighten the scent.
- Product received for free from Butterly.com in exchange for an honest review.
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Grown Alchemist Energize Body Cleanser
I’ve never purchased anything from Grown Alchemist before, but now that I’ve tried out their soap and lotion, I may just branch out! 🧴 First off, I adore the packaging, which reminds me of old apothecary jars. The body cleanser (aka soap)... +
I’ve never purchased anything from Grown Alchemist before, but now that I’ve tried out their soap and lotion, I may just branch out! 🧴
First off, I adore the packaging, which reminds me of old apothecary jars. The body cleanser (aka soap) is a smaller than the body cream (lotion), but both come with a super handy pump. The soap has plenty of suds and the lotion is supwr moiturizing and glided on very easily.
My only qualm with both is the overpowering scent of rosemary, especially with the soap. In addition to the rosemary, the lotion had fresh hints of mandarin which really helped lighten the scent.
Thanks Butterly for providing this free product in exchange for my honest review!
- Product received for free from Butterly.com in exchange for an honest review.
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Vida By PADERNO Reusable Food Grade Silicone Sandwich Bag
I've been using re-usable grocery bags for my fruits and vegetables for years. And while I've wanted to purchase reusable bags for small snacks (think dry good like granola or even fruits like strawberries), I didn't know which brand to choose -... +
I've been using re-usable grocery bags for my fruits and vegetables for years. And while I've wanted to purchase reusable bags for small snacks (think dry good like granola or even fruits like strawberries), I didn't know which brand to choose - plus, they were pretty expensive!
Lo and behold, this beauty came in the mail at just the right time to help store some sunflowers from this year's harvest! I liked that it was relatively see-through, sealed well, and easy to clean. What I didnt like was its silicone texture, which made things like dirt stick onto the outside VERY easily and felt terrible on your hands. I would recommend it to anyone who wants to get into the reusable bags, but be mindful of how dirty it gets.
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Trojan Duet 2-in-1 Vibrating Massager + Ring
Like a goddess shining bright light upon us mundane creatures, so did Butterly bestow upon us one of the greatest test subjects of all time: the Trojan Duet vibrator (for all you and your partner’s intimate needs!) At first glance, the... +
Like a goddess shining bright light upon us mundane creatures, so did Butterly bestow upon us one of the greatest test subjects of all time: the Trojan Duet vibrator (for all you and your partner’s intimate needs!)
At first glance, the packaging is a beautiful matte purple, which matches the massager's colour to a T! While it is designed for couple’s play, I see it being more useful for her than for him, as the ring’s vibration is quite subtle in comparison to the wand. This super-flexible silicone pleasure-giver has 10 vibration settings, charges super quickly and best of all, is 100% water resistant. But in my opinion, its best feature is the wand’s design, which is slightly wider at its tip than the rest of its length, which keeps the vibrator “in place” after even the most strenuous of activities. 👀
Because its such an easily recognizable brand, I find Trojan toys a little disappointing (exhibit A: its teeny tiny bullet). But this massager has really got me re-considering this brand for more than just its rubber raincoats.
- Product received for free from Butterly.com in exchange for an honest review.
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Vida by PADERNO Silicone Non-Stick Loaf Pan, 8.3 x 4.5 x 2.8-in
Despite (still!) undergoing kitchen renovations, working in my temporary basement kitchen has not deterred me from baking! And with Fall in full swing, it was time to bust out the loaf pan and get to work on one of my favourite Canadian Living... +
Despite (still!) undergoing kitchen renovations, working in my temporary basement kitchen has not deterred me from baking! And with Fall in full swing, it was time to bust out the loaf pan and get to work on one of my favourite Canadian Living recipes. This 2013 recipe incorporates all the tasty nods to fall such as brown sugar, cinnamon and (of course) lots of butter.
While still perfectly functional, my loaf pan was on the tail end of its life and an upgrade was definitely needed. Butterly sent my a 100% silicone loaf pan from Paderno, which you can purchase at your local Canadian Tire. Although made of silicone, the steel frame made it feel very sturdy. The recipe called for the use of parchment paper so I wasn't able to test its silicone non-stick properties. But cleaning it was very quick work and nothing stuck on to the mold. Overall, I give this mold a 10/10!
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NOMA Indoor/Outdoor C9 String Christmas Lights, 24 LED Lights, Red, Green & Pure White
It a little early for Christmas lights, but it’s never too early to test them out so when the season IS upon us, we’re prepared! We got to try this tri-coloured box of Noma lights that you can purchase at your local Canadian Tire. We found... +
It a little early for Christmas lights, but it’s never too early to test them out so when the season IS upon us, we’re prepared!
We got to try this tri-coloured box of Noma lights that you can purchase at your local Canadian Tire. We found them to be a little short for the spots we would ideally place them (around our cedar), but they worked well around a post at the front of our home.
The wire felt strong but flexible, and the bulbs were nice and bright. We also received a few extra bulbs in case one of them stopped working which, no matter their pricetag, is inevitable! We hope to use them for many years to come!
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Lancôme Rénergie H.C.F. Triple Anti-Aging Serum
If you're in the market for a facial serum that has the power of 3 serums combined, Lancome's Regenerie H.C.F. Triple Serum may be a contender. Because my skin seems to be sensitive to any change in my facial regime, I haven't introduced many... +
If you're in the market for a facial serum that has the power of 3 serums combined, Lancome's Regenerie H.C.F. Triple Serum may be a contender.
Because my skin seems to be sensitive to any change in my facial regime, I haven't introduced many serums. Unfortunately, this was another one of those changes that made my skin break out, which was a bummer because I finally had my skin tone under control for what seemed like the first time in a long, long while.
Funnily enough, I found the packaging to be both one of my favourite and least favourite aspects of the product. The box it came in was a beautiful foil and the bottle was beautifully designed, the mercury-like colour blending into the deep violet seamlessly. All three serums are self-contained within the 1 bottle and only mix upon using the pump. The pump felt strong and dispensed just enough of all 3 to spread evenly on your face and neck.
Although it wasn't for me, this product may offer great results to someone who may benefit from an anti-aging formula to keep your pH balance in check.
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AVEENO® Positively Radiant® Gel Moisturizer
Aveeno If you’re looking for a super fresh moisturizer to add to your morning routine, Aveeno’s positively radiant gel moisturizer could be an option, especially if you need some hyaluronic acid to keep your PH in check! Personally, I... +
Aveeno
If you’re looking for a super fresh moisturizer to add to your morning routine, Aveeno’s positively radiant gel moisturizer could be an option, especially if you need some hyaluronic acid to keep your PH in check!
Personally, I used this moisturizer only at night, as I find gel moisturizers to be a little too slick a base before makeup application. I found the formula thin, but that is to be expected from gel-based products.
Although refreshing, I didnt feel the effects of the hyaluronic ingredient. Infact, I found my skin was more blemished in the couple of weeks that I used this product. If you have sensative skin, this may not be the beauty product to add to your daily regimen.
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Vida by PADERNO Elite Series 3-Layer Frying Pan, Dishwasher & Oven Safe, Stainless Steel
While Paderno makes a huge deal about their “made in Canada” products, unfortunately this one is nothing to write home about. While the packaging DOES explain how to clean it, it has 0 information about the proper use of the stainless steel pan... +
While Paderno makes a huge deal about their “made in Canada” products, unfortunately this one is nothing to write home about. While the packaging DOES explain how to clean it, it has 0 information about the proper use of the stainless steel pan. So after googling it, I ensured the pan and the oil was very hot before dropping in a couple of eggs. 🍳 Almost immediately, they started to stick. I held onto the hope that they would un-stick once the bottom “cooked” (not unlike grills) and was wrong. 👎🏻 I had to scrape all the eggs whites off the pan and breakfast was promptly ruined.
Having said that, I KNOW stainless steel pans are more difficult to cook with than traditional non-sticks pans (ie “TFal” or “The Rock” pans) and cast iron. So I am definitely willing to try again and hopefully it will work better with some better protein like 🥩 meat or fish.
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DAP Alex® Ultra Advanced Latex Sealant
If you’ve ever gone through any kind of home renovations, you’ll understand the frustration of realizing how many items/products you suddenly need to even start demo-inf! My husband and I purchased a caulk gun not too long after buying our first... +
If you’ve ever gone through any kind of home renovations, you’ll understand the frustration of realizing how many items/products you suddenly need to even start demo-inf! My husband and I purchased a caulk gun not too long after buying our first home this year, and we’ve already put it to work.
So when Butterly asked if I wanted to try Dap’s Anti-Shrink caulk, I was thrilled to add another tube to my ever-growing collection of tools. We are currently in the process of demo-ing our kitchen in preparation for a full remodel, which will require plenty of caulking, especially around the sink area. Dap is a well-trusted brand with lots of products, so we’ll be sure to use this tube and plenty of others in the near future.
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