Granola Girl
Member Since: July 13, 2013Reviews
Philosophy Purity Made Simple One-Step Facial Cleanser
I received a generously sized sample of this product a couple months ago and I just finished up the bottle. I am in love! This is the first facial cleaner I have ever used that really delivers on everything it promises. This stuff will take off my... +
I received a generously sized sample of this product a couple months ago and I just finished up the bottle. I am in love! This is the first facial cleaner I have ever used that really delivers on everything it promises.
This stuff will take off my eye makup, no special removers required. I was dubious that it would do a sufficient job of eye liner, but it took off every trace just washing my face (paying a little extra attention to my eyes, but nothing like the bother of makeup removers and cotton balls!) And it has never bothered my eyes, either.
It also exfoliates so gently, but the effect is immediately noticeable. I had been using it for a couple weeks and then took a week off to finish off an old cleanser, and when I went back to the Purity product, the difference was both visible and tactile. So smooth and somehow, brighter!
And in spite of the great cleaning, my skin is not dried out by it (and I have pretty dry and sensitive skin.)
I'm going to pick up another bottle today, in spite of the price :(, because I just don't want to be without this stuff now. Its amazing!
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Gillette Venus Embrace Razor and Razor Heads
Venus is now the only razor I will use. I get much fewer nicks and sensetivity that i had with other brands. While I'm doing my laser hair removal, I can't wax or use any other epilation method, only shaving between treatments, so the razor has to... +
Venus is now the only razor I will use. I get much fewer nicks and sensetivity that i had with other brands. While I'm doing my laser hair removal, I can't wax or use any other epilation method, only shaving between treatments, so the razor has to be good quality. There are cheaper razors, for sure, but this one is worth every penny to me because I can trust the results. -
Silk'n SensEpil
I bought my Silk'n SensEpil machine (home laser hair removal) last March on a group buy deal. I got it half price, or I would never have considered it since it's pretty pricey. But the results began to show after a few treatments and after 3... +
I bought my Silk'n SensEpil machine (home laser hair removal) last March on a group buy deal. I got it half price, or I would never have considered it since it's pretty pricey. But the results began to show after a few treatments and after 3 months (treating every 2 or 3 weeks) the results were amazing.
The machine is a bit awkward to use, but frankly, not as awkward as getting naked with a strange technician at a salon!
The lamp cartridges do need to be replaced and they are pricey too, about $50 full price (I buy mine with my Optimum points at SDM) or a little less if you buy multiples online from the manufacturer. At fist it took a whole cartridge to do one treatment of my whole body. As they hair began to permenantly disappear, I didn't need to treat my entire body anymore and the cartridges last for 2 - 3 treatments.)
After 3 months of use, I have about a 30% permemant results already and the hair that remains is much finer, slower growing, and the hair on my arms is so much lighter in colour and texture that it's practically invisible. I don't even worry about it anymore. I had to take a break over the summer because life got to busy, but I figure another 3 - 4 months will probably finish the job.
By the time I'm all done, I estimate that this whole process will have cost me less than $1,000. That's a considerable savings over going to a salon and I like that I can do this in the privacy of my own home, whenever I have the time.
If you've got fair skin and dark body hair, I highly recommend this product. It takes commitment and perseverence, but it pays off in the end. (And you can find deals on the device and the replacement lamps to make it more affordable.)
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L'Oreal Carbon Black Extra Intense Liquid Pencil Eyeliner
I loved this eye-liner when I first bought it. My eyes are a bit sensitive but this product didn't irritate at all. It went on easily enough, lasted all day, and came off nicely at night. My only beef with this eye-liner is that the tip of the... +
I loved this eye-liner when I first bought it. My eyes are a bit sensitive but this product didn't irritate at all. It went on easily enough, lasted all day, and came off nicely at night. My only beef with this eye-liner is that the tip of the 'pencil' went flat for some reason (I don't apply undo pressure while using it, so I don't understand how that happened.) It bugs me because there is still a lot of liquid in the pencil, it's just that I can't get a fine line anymore. Like I said, my one and only issue with the pencil is how quickly it went flat, but other than that, it was great in every respect. I might even try another one...maybe I just got a lemon. -
Poise Moderate Absorbency Original Pads
I got my sample pack of Poise Moderate Absorbency pads in the mail today to test and review, and I was very impressed. Though the pad looks thick and you think it's going to be bulky, it fits very comfortably and doesn't look bulky under your... +
I got my sample pack of Poise Moderate Absorbency pads in the mail today to test and review, and I was very impressed.
Though the pad looks thick and you think it's going to be bulky, it fits very comfortably and doesn't look bulky under your clothes at all. I forgot I was wearing it. That's when I worried that maybe it wouldn't hold enough, would leak from the side, but it didn't. (I gave it a good test just to see what it could do) I don't really need a moderate pad, apparently! A much lighter version of this would be fine for me and my occassional light issues, but if you need more protection, comfort and something you can really trust, this is an excellent product and I would highly recommend it.
I'm going to find a much lighter version, but I'm definitly sticking to Poise!
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Garnier Fructis Style Curl Sculpting Cream Gel
This Cream Gel makes all the difference between my hair being frizzy or curly. I absolutely love it. It doesn't weigh my hair down, but it make soft bouncy curls that hold up beautifully, even in humid weather. It takes so little to make such a... +
This Cream Gel makes all the difference between my hair being frizzy or curly. I absolutely love it. It doesn't weigh my hair down, but it make soft bouncy curls that hold up beautifully, even in humid weather. It takes so little to make such a difference, too.
I recently ran out and my hair was impossible for a two days. Ick!
The price is fantastic. I won't even bother spending more money, since this Fructis product does everything I need it too without emptying my wallet.
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Sweet & Easy Snack Machine by Wabash Valley Farms Whirley Pop
Best popcorn popper ever! I'd have two of those aluminum things in the past and the gears wear out and popcorn burns . . . don't waste your money on those. Go straight to the heavy duty, all stainless steel Whirlypop. The price is about twice... +
Best popcorn popper ever! I'd have two of those aluminum things in the past and the gears wear out and popcorn burns . . . don't waste your money on those. Go straight to the heavy duty, all stainless steel Whirlypop. The price is about twice those cheap ones, but the entire system is so well designed and it's built so sturdy, it will last you for the rest of your life! The bottom of the pot is heavy duty and I haven't even scorched a single kernal since I bought it. I haven't tried 'candied' corn in it yet, but the staff at the kitchen store where I bought it all said they own this same popper and they all have had no problems with sugared corns, etc. It cleans up like a dream. I love, love, love this popper and I highly recommend it. Worth every penny.
Note: the same company also makes the cheap tin ones, but don't be fooled. Look for the one in the picture and you won't go wrong.
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Ziploc Space Bags
Maybe I got a bad bag, but I put my comforter in it, went to get my vaccuum and when I turned around, the seal had blown. At first I thought maybe I just forgot to 'zip' it up, but I tried repeatedly and It won't stay closed. I had big plans to... +
Maybe I got a bad bag, but I put my comforter in it, went to get my vaccuum and when I turned around, the seal had blown. At first I thought maybe I just forgot to 'zip' it up, but I tried repeatedly and It won't stay closed. I had big plans to clean up my closet with these, but I won't be spending any more money on it. Very disapointing. -
Ricola Sea Berry Herb Drops
I love all the Ricola products, this one is no exception. I love that it is not just a drop of sugar with a bit or menthol, but these drops have actual herbs, etc to help boost your immune system and to actually help you start recovering instead of... +
I love all the Ricola products, this one is no exception. I love that it is not just a drop of sugar with a bit or menthol, but these drops have actual herbs, etc to help boost your immune system and to actually help you start recovering instead of just soothing the 'tickle' and nothing more. I'm not sure why we even started using them, perhaps it was a coupon? But Ricola is the only cough drop my household buys anymore and Sea Berry is a new favourite. -
Kashi Granola Bars
What I love about these bars seems to be what other hate, go figure! I LOVE that they are not loaded with corn syrup and glucose. These are REAL granola bars with healthy stuff, sweetened with honey to a degree that your body can process... +
What I love about these bars seems to be what other hate, go figure! I LOVE that they are not loaded with corn syrup and glucose. These are REAL granola bars with healthy stuff, sweetened with honey to a degree that your body can process effectively. No sugar rush here, just a good dose of insulin regulating nutrition. ANd to me they taste good.
Also, because they don't have the gooey processed sugars, I can leave a pack in my car's glove box for emergencies and they don't melt down or get sticky. I love them. Good nutrition in a convenient format at a good price.
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