jl13
Member Since: April 3, 2012Reviews
Vichy Idealia Life Serum
I have been using this product for the purpose of reviewing for ChickAdvisor for approximately 3 weeks in concert with the Idéalia Skin Sleep. After washing my face in the morning and prior to putting on makeup, I rub a thin layer of the serum... +
I have been using this product for the purpose of reviewing for ChickAdvisor for approximately 3 weeks in concert with the Idéalia Skin Sleep.
After washing my face in the morning and prior to putting on makeup, I rub a thin layer of the serum across my face and décolletage.
I have not seen a reduction in wrinkles or sunspots. However, I would say that this serum does work well as an illuminator and makes the skin feel 'fresh' and moisturized. It has found it's place in my routine as I reach for it to refresh immediately now each day.
I would love to see this with an SPF, for use on no make up days.
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VH Steamers Sweet & Spicy Dumplings
VH Steamers has a new dish out with Sweet & Spicy Dumplings and it is delicious! You get three large-ish sized dumplings (wrapped in rice paper I think), four bites for me -in a dish of carrots, rice, red peppers, onions, green beans and water... +
VH Steamers has a new dish out with Sweet & Spicy Dumplings and it is delicious!
You get three large-ish sized dumplings (wrapped in rice paper I think), four bites for me -in a dish of carrots, rice, red peppers, onions, green beans and water chestnuts. A vegetarian dream.
The sauce is sweet with just a bit of a kick, not a real bite for those looking for spice, you won't find much here. As with all Steamers, you choose how much sauce you add or not. 4-4 1/2 minutes and it's ready. I'm buying more next trip!
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Marcelle BB Cream-To-Powder
I bought this BB Cream to Powder Compact thinking it may work similarly to the Clinique build-able compact foundation. Boy was I wrong. Maybe I am giving a poor review based on high expectations but; it does not cover my sunspots and it rubs off... +
I bought this BB Cream to Powder Compact thinking it may work similarly to the Clinique build-able compact foundation. Boy was I wrong.
Maybe I am giving a poor review based on high expectations but; it does not cover my sunspots and it rubs off concealer. Also, it has a greasy feel to it.
I have only used this 10 times tops because I don't like it much and the mirror has fallen out as well, so even the glue used is sub par.
I do not recommend, sadly, because I am trying to switch my regime to all Canadian. Don't rule out the liquid Marcelle though, they are winners.
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Arm & Hammer Spinbrush Truly Radiant Toothbrush
This is my first outing with a powered toothbrush and it took my awhile to get accustomed to the 'ins and outs' of the new and powerful tool in my hand. At 41 years old, I no longer had to shake my head back and forth to 'help' my brushing (which I... +
This is my first outing with a powered toothbrush and it took my awhile to get accustomed to the 'ins and outs' of the new and powerful tool in my hand. At 41 years old, I no longer had to shake my head back and forth to 'help' my brushing (which I hadn't realized I was even doing!). How ridiculous I must have looked! You just stand there, apply a bit more pressure, slowly move and be patient.
It works. Really well. as noted above, I can't say if it works better than other power brushes, but this one worked for me.
I would like a smaller head as I usually use a smaller brush. I would recommend NOT to use a foaming paste, which I switched out of while testing this and a regular paste was much tidier.
Overall very good.
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Arm & Hammer Clump & Seal Complete Odour Sealing Clumping Litter
This litter has changed my mind about clay litter. I stopped using clay litter several years ago for may reasons; environmental, weight and primarily, it was sticking in my cats' furry pantaloons! A & H Clump & Seal Complete Odour Sealing Clumping... +
This litter has changed my mind about clay litter.
I stopped using clay litter several years ago for may reasons; environmental, weight and primarily, it was sticking in my cats' furry pantaloons!
A & H Clump & Seal Complete Odour Sealing Clumping Litter has a fine sand texture that the cats (and I) like, the perfume is not aggressive and the clay is not all gluey and sticking into their mid-long length fur.
It is very easy to scoop as the fine sand pour through the scoop easily. The dry sand also falls off of their paws and does not track through the house - hallelujah!
I do recommend this above other types of clay litter. Thank you for the opportunity to try it.
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Quaker Harvest Crunch Quinoa Bar
I had 4 of 5 of these eaten the day they arrived. I would like to say it was so I could write a balanced, thorough review, but it is really because I just wanted to keep eating them! Taste - delicious chocolate and light nutty flavours. Texture -... +
I had 4 of 5 of these eaten the day they arrived. I would like to say it was so I could write a balanced, thorough review, but it is really because I just wanted to keep eating them!
Taste - delicious chocolate and light nutty flavours. Texture - puffed quinoa and brown rice grains with nut slivers and chocolate chunks make a nice easy crunch with ribbon of chocolate across the bottom. Cost - slightly higher than regular granola bars, but I would buy on sale with a coupon.
Okay these are super good and I highly recommend!
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John Frieda Root Awakening Nourishing Moisture Conditioner
This is *almost exactly my review for the shampoo. It is funny that the product description listed here is better than what is on the bottle. When I bought this product I took revitalizing to not necessarily mean moisturizing, so this was a wrong... +
This is *almost exactly my review for the shampoo.
It is funny that the product description listed here is better than what is on the bottle.
When I bought this product I took revitalizing to not necessarily mean moisturizing, so this was a wrong turn for me from the get go. I think their choice of adjectives of the bottles is misleading. BTW "Nourishing" is not on the lable.
It took me a few months to realize that this conditioner (and shampoo) was not only making my scalp greasy, but the oil was also extending to my forehead. I switch products frequently to reduce build up, but this root 'awakener' overpowered them all.
The product made my roots greasy by the end of the day, so I had no choice by to shampoo everyday. The rest of my hair saw no benefit of the moisturizer - it was dull and frizzy looking.
Weeks later I am still using a clarifying shampoo to clean up the damage.
Unless you have severe dandruff I would highly discourage use of this product. Thumbs waaaay down.
Just as a disclaimer I would like to note that I am a frquent user of other JF products, so this one was a real surprise.
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John Frieda Root Awakening Nourishing Moisture Shampoo
It is funny that the product description listed here is better than what is on the bottle. When I bought this shampoo I took revitalizing to not necessarily mean moisturizing, so this was a wrong turn for me from the get go. I think their choice... +
It is funny that the product description listed here is better than what is on the bottle.
When I bought this shampoo I took revitalizing to not necessarily mean moisturizing, so this was a wrong turn for me from the get go. I think their choice of adjectives of the bottles is misleading.
It took me a few months to realize that this was not only product making my scalp greasy, but the oil was also extending to my forehead. I switch products frequently to reduce build up, but this root 'awakener' overpowered them all. Weeks later I am still using a clarifying shampoo to clean up the damage.
Unless you have severe dandruff I would highly discourage use of this product.
Just as a disclaimer I would like to note that I am a frquent user of other JF products, so this one was a real surprise.
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COVERGIRL LashBlast Volume Mascara
I like this mascara mostly for the brush. I have shorter eyelashes so it is imperative that when using mascara that the lashes do not clump together. This brush ensures that they do not clump together, so score. It also does not give me raccoon... +
I like this mascara mostly for the brush.
I have shorter eyelashes so it is imperative that when using mascara that the lashes do not clump together.
This brush ensures that they do not clump together, so score.
It also does not give me raccoon eyes, score #2.
I recommend.
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Cottonelle Flushable Cleansing Cloths
Okay, this is the first time I have used a product like this so I have nothing to compare it to, but I did think it worked well. Do I think it was of good value? I received this as part of the Review Club, but the site averages the price to be... +
Okay, this is the first time I have used a product like this so I have nothing to compare it to, but I did think it worked well.
Do I think it was of good value? I received this as part of the Review Club, but the site averages the price to be around $8 - for how many sheets, I am unsure. I do know that I went through all the TP (4 rolls) and still have 1/2 of the refill pack of wipes left as I did not feel the need to use them every time.
I found them very helpful for bowel movements and with my period. It felt like I was much more fresh using these wipes.
Also a secret, they make an okay midday pit refresher too. I am a little embarrassed to say, but when you are pressed for time and a little funky......
Bottom line is that I will definitely buy again until I am wealthy enough for a heated bidet, which I now desire greatly.
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