jojok9452
Reviews
Spinnakers Apricot Sparkling Mineral Water
There’s something extra special about discovering a delicious product made right here in British Columbia ~ especially when it comes from my side of Vancouver Island! 🧡 My family drinks a lot of zero-sugar beverages, and Spinnakers Apricot... +
There’s something extra special about discovering a delicious product made right here in British Columbia ~ especially when it comes from my side of Vancouver Island! 🧡
My family drinks a lot of zero-sugar beverages, and Spinnakers Apricot Sparkling MINERAL Water has quickly become a new favourite. The apricot flavour is refreshing, delicious and noticeably more flavourful than many others we’ve tried. You truly can taste the premium Mineral Water difference!
Because diabetes runs in our family, we generally avoid sugary juices and sodas. With ZERO sugar and ZERO sweeteners, this gives us the flavourful little treat we’ve been missing—without all the sweetness. Even better, my entire family loved it! 🍑✨
Spinnakers Sparkling MINERAL Water begins with 100% Natural Mineral Water drawn from an ancient aquifer 225 feet beneath the Spinnakers Brew Pub. It’s naturally microplastic-free and contains dissolved minerals, making it such a refreshing choice ~ especially during hot weather.
The quality, the delicious apricot flavour and the fact that it’s made locally have completely won us over. This one will definitely be earning a permanent place in our family’s beverage collection!
You can find Spinnakers Apricot Sparkling MINERAL Water throughout British Columbia and Alberta. Have you tried it yet? 🍑💦
#Spinnakers #LetnoBODYThrist #MineralWater #MadeInBritishColumbia #CanadianBeverages
-
Thursday Plantation Patch Perfect Hydrocolloid Patches
Having adult acne is frustrating enough ~ but trying to apply makeup over an angry blemish? That’s a whole different struggle. 😩 Because I have diabetes and sometimes experience facial sores, keeping my skin clean and protected is especially... +
Having adult acne is frustrating enough ~ but trying to apply makeup over an angry blemish? That’s a whole different struggle. 😩
Because I have diabetes and sometimes experience facial sores, keeping my skin clean and protected is especially important to me. (These patches are intended for closed acne blemishes.) I appreciate having a protective barrier between my skin and my cosmetics.
These Thursday Plantation Patch Perfect Hydrocolloid Patches genuinely work for me. I only purchase blemish patches containing Tea Tree Oil because it’s an ingredient I’ve trusted. I've regularly used Thursday Plantation's Tea Tree Oil for almost 30 years!
My favourite part? They’re incredibly easy to disguise beneath makeup! Apply the patch to clean, dry skin, lightly powder over it to give your foundation or concealer something to cling to, then dab ~ don’t rub ~ until blended. Finish with setting spray for a little extra hold. Ta dah!
Can you still see the patch? Up close, yes. From farther away, not nearly as much. Personally, I would rather have my blemish covered and protected than apply makeup directly over it!
These ultra-thin, breathable hydrocolloid patches absorb excess surface moisture and help protect blemish-prone areas. They’re infused with Tea Tree Oil, Salicylic Acid and soothing Cica to support calmer, clearer-looking skin. Wear them during the day or overnight, then remove after six hours ~ or once the patch turns white.
A special shout-out to Thursday Plantation as they celebrate their 50th anniversary!🎉 The Original Tea Tree Oil brand was born on a Thursday 50 years ago ~ and I’ve been using their Tea Tree Oil for nearly 30 of them. 🌿✨
- Product gifted by Thursday Plantation.
-
THE BOG Sweet N' Spicy Cranberry Pepper Jelly
Who says pepper jelly is only for appetizers and charcuterie boards? 😋 THE BOG Sweet N’ Spicy Cranberry Pepper Jelly is a delicious year-round blend of tangy cranberry, jalapeño and habanero peppers ~ but my family discovered an unexpected way... +
Who says pepper jelly is only for appetizers and charcuterie boards? 😋
THE BOG Sweet N’ Spicy Cranberry Pepper Jelly is a delicious year-round blend of tangy cranberry, jalapeño and habanero peppers ~ but my family discovered an unexpected way to enjoy it: as a salad dressing!
With several food allergies in our home, I’m always creating different sauces and dressings we can all enjoy. This jelly added the perfect combination of sweet, tangy flavour and gentle heat to our salad. It would also be delicious in barbecue sauce, packed for a picnic or served alongside roasted chicken ~ which is exactly how I plan to try it next!
It’s gluten-free, vegan-friendly and made with all-natural ingredients, without additives or artificial preservatives.
Even better, it’s locally crafted by a small, family-run BC farm-to-table brand and available year-round at Save-On-Foods locations across British Columbia and Alberta. 🇨🇦
- Product gifted by THE BOG - Riverside Cranberry Farm.
-
Chapman's Premium Pecan Butter Tart Ice Cream
Hey dessert lovers! 🍁🍨 Who's ready for a delicious new Canadian-inspired flavour from Chapman's? When our family decides to indulge, we go all in, and Chapman's Premium Pecan Butter Tart Ice Cream is absolutely worth the treat. Inspired by... +
Hey dessert lovers! 🍁🍨
Who's ready for a delicious new Canadian-inspired flavour from Chapman's?
When our family decides to indulge, we go all in, and Chapman's Premium Pecan Butter Tart Ice Cream is absolutely worth the treat. Inspired by one of Canada's most iconic desserts, this rich and creamy ice cream is loaded with buttery sugar cookie pieces, crunchy praline pecans, hints of maple, and all the cozy flavours of a classic butter tart.
Every spoonful is smooth, creamy, and packed with sweet, buttery goodness. We loved the nostalgic butter tart flavour with the added crunch of praline pecans and cookie pieces. (And yes... we're perfectly happy to leave the raisins out of this version! 😄)
Like all Chapman's Premium Ice Cream, it's made with 100% Canadian dairy, natural flavours and colours, and comes in a full 2L tub ~ no shrinkflation here!
If you're looking for your next summer dessert, this one is definitely worth adding to your freezer. 🍨❤️
-
L'Occitane Almond Supple Skin Oil
My skin tends to be extremely dry due to diabetes, and after weight loss I’ve also noticed a loss of elasticity. Adding a body oil into my routine has made a huge difference for longer-lasting, more effective hydration. First of all, the new... +
My skin tends to be extremely dry due to diabetes, and after weight loss I’ve also noticed a loss of elasticity. Adding a body oil into my routine has made a huge difference for longer-lasting, more effective hydration.
First of all, the new bottle design feels beautifully luxurious, while also supporting L’Occitane’s sustainable refillable packaging initiative ~ something I truly appreciate in modern beauty.
This silky oil features a vegan formula made with 50% almond oil, along with a blend of nourishing nut, seed, fruit, and botanical oils. It also contains:
~| Omega-9 fatty acids to help soften and nourish the skin. |~
~| Silicium Complex to support skin suppleness and elasticity. |~
The warm almond vanilla fragrance is soft, elegant, and comforting without being overpowering. It slowly fades over time, leaving behind beautifully soft skin with a healthy glow.
I especially loved the lightweight texture. Unless you apply far too much, it absorbs surprisingly quickly for an oil while still leaving the skin feeling silky, plumped, and deeply moisturized.
As for stretch marks, mine are over 27 years old from pregnancy, so I think longer-term use would be needed to see noticeable improvement in that area. However, my skin overall feels significantly softer, smoother, and more comfortable.
One thing I personally love about body oils is how long the hydration lasts. Some moisturizers seem to disappear quickly and require constant reapplication, while oils tend to lock in moisture much longer for me.
I’ve genuinely been enjoying this luxurious little treat and will absolutely be using every last drop ~ right down to scraping the bottom of the bottle. ✨
The Almond Supple Skin Oil is part of the beautiful Almond Collection, which honestly makes me want to collect the entire line just to experience how dreamy all the products would feel layered together.
Kindly #gifted from @sephoracanada & @loccitane in exchange for my honest opinion, I honestly loved it!🤍
- Product gifted by L'Occitane Canada.
- Product gifted by L'Occitane Canada.
-
L’Occitane Almond Supple Skin Oil
My skin tends to be extremely dry due to diabetes, and after weight loss I’ve also noticed a loss of elasticity. Adding a body oil into my routine has made a huge difference for longer-lasting, more effective hydration. First of all, the new... +
My skin tends to be extremely dry due to diabetes, and after weight loss I’ve also noticed a loss of elasticity. Adding a body oil into my routine has made a huge difference for longer-lasting, more effective hydration.
First of all, the new bottle design feels beautifully luxurious, while also supporting L’Occitane’s sustainable refillable packaging initiative ~ something I truly appreciate in modern beauty.
This silky oil features a vegan formula made with 50% almond oil, along with a blend of nourishing nut, seed, fruit, and botanical oils. It also contains:
~| Omega-9 fatty acids to help soften and nourish the skin. |~
~| Silicium Complex to support skin suppleness and elasticity. |~
The warm almond vanilla fragrance is soft, elegant, and comforting without being overpowering. It slowly fades over time, leaving behind beautifully soft skin with a healthy glow.
I especially loved the lightweight texture. Unless you apply far too much, it absorbs surprisingly quickly for an oil while still leaving the skin feeling silky, plumped, and deeply moisturized.
As for stretch marks, mine are over 27 years old from pregnancy, so I think longer-term use would be needed to see noticeable improvement in that area. However, my skin overall feels significantly softer, smoother, and more comfortable.
One thing I personally love about body oils is how long the hydration lasts. Some moisturizers seem to disappear quickly and require constant reapplication, while oils tend to lock in moisture much longer for me.
I’ve genuinely been enjoying this luxurious little treat and will absolutely be using every last drop ~ right down to scraping the bottom of the bottle. ✨
The Almond Supple Skin Oil is part of the beautiful Almond Collection, which honestly makes me want to collect the entire line just to experience how dreamy all the products would feel layered together.
Kindly #gifted from @sephoracanada & @loccitane in exchange for my honest opinion, I honestly loved it!🤍
- Product gifted by L'Occitane Canada.
- Product gifted by L'Occitane Canada.
-
THE BOG Pure Cranberry Powder
🍓✨ Wellness in a bowl ✨🍓 Lately I’ve been obsessed with adding 🇨🇦 Canadian-made wellness boosters into my breakfasts, and this one has quickly become a favorite. THE BOG Pure Cranberry Powder is a 100% natural, unsweetened... +
🍓✨ Wellness in a bowl ✨🍓
Lately I’ve been obsessed with adding 🇨🇦 Canadian-made wellness boosters into my breakfasts, and this one has quickly become a favorite.
THE BOG Pure Cranberry Powder is a 100% natural, unsweetened cranberry powder made right here in BC from a Canadian family farm. 🍁 I love that it’s created from the skins, seeds of pressed cranberries that are slowly dried at low temperatures to help retain their nutritional goodness. Even better? It’s a zero-waste farm-to-table product. 🙌🏻
Cranberries are considered a superfood because they’re naturally rich in antioxidants, fiber, Vitamin C, and beneficial plant compounds that support urinary tract, digestive, heart, and cellular health. As a diabetic and celiac, I’m always looking for foods with high nutritional value without excessive carbs and this has been such an easy addition to my routine.
My favorite combo lately:
🍓 Strawberries
🍌 Banana
🥄 Full-fat skyr yogurt
🌱 Super seeds
✨ THE BOG Pure Cranberry Powder
Cold, creamy, tart, refreshing… and SO delicious stirred together. 😍
I’ve also tried it in smoothies, oatmeal, baking, sauces, and drinks. Bonus: it’s even pet friendly for cats & dogs as a gentle digestive boost. 🐾
I love supporting Canadian farm-grown brands while making healthier choices that actually fit my lifestyle. 🍁❤️
You can purchase this product for yourself at THE BOG’s online Farm Store www.riversidecranberries.ca/store AND/OR at Safeway and Thrifty Foods stores across BC.
✨Kindly Gifted @theriversidebog 🤍 @thisisbutterly
#eatdrinkbuybc #bogtotable #thebogproducts
-
AOR DGL
If you deal with that uncomfortable burning after meals… this one’s for you. 💭✨ Before jumping to harsh solutions, I’ve been leaning more into gentle, natural support ~ and this has been such a good find. I’ve been trying DGL by... +
If you deal with that uncomfortable burning after meals… this one’s for you. 💭✨
Before jumping to harsh solutions, I’ve been leaning more into gentle, natural support ~ and this has been such a good find.
I’ve been trying DGL by @aorhealth, a proudly Canadian brand 🇨🇦 known for creating science-backed supplements you can find online or at your favourite health food store.
This chewable licorice root extract is designed to help soothe the digestive system from start to finish ~ and honestly, I noticed a difference faster than I expected.
✨ Helps relieve abdominal discomfort and that burning feeling
✨ Supports and protects the stomach lining
✨ Helps reduce inflammation in the digestive tract
What makes this one stand out is that it’s deglycyrrhizinated licorice (DGL) ~ meaning it’s had the compounds removed that can affect blood pressure, so it’s a gentler option for regular use.
And because it’s chewable, it starts working as it mixes with your saliva ~ no water needed!👌🏻
~My experience~
I’ve always leaned toward natural options (we used to chew licorice root back in the day!), but these are so much more convenient.
✔️ Super portable.
✔️ Pleasant lemon flavour (with that earthy licorice vibe).
✔️ Dissolves quickly without leaving a weird coating in your mouth.
I’ve been reaching for these after meals when my stomach feels off, and they’ve been really helpful for calming that acid reflux and irritation.
It’s one of those gentle-but-effective products that just fits into real life, and I love having something on hand that I can use without overthinking it. 💛
If you deal with occasional digestive discomfort, this might be one to look into.
Have you tried DGL before? Let me know below 👇✨
~Product kindly gifted. All opinions are my own.~
Statements are not intended to provide or replace medical advice to individuals. Information related to products is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any disease outside approved claims. Consult with a qualified health care provider if you have any health concerns, and before initiating any new diet, exercise, supplement or other lifestyle changes.
- Product gifted by AOR.
-
L’Occitane - Shea Nail & Cuticle Oil
Hello, beautiful Kings and Queens!💅✨ Loving this Shea Nail & Cuticle Oil from L’Occitane ~ my dry cuticles and post-gel nails seriously needed this! Infused with 30% shea oil & 7 nourishing oils, this little bottle delivers BIG hydration... +
Hello, beautiful Kings and Queens!💅✨ Loving this Shea Nail & Cuticle Oil from L’Occitane ~ my dry cuticles and post-gel nails seriously needed this!
Infused with 30% shea oil & 7 nourishing oils, this little bottle delivers BIG hydration. My polish went on smoother, my nails look great even bare, and my cuticles feel softer fast (huge win with diabetic skin & menopause dryness 🙋🏼♀️).
I also love the brush applicator, it's so easy to use, and any extra on my hands feels like a mini hand treatment. Bonus: hangnails are way more under control and my nails look healthier overall.
Safe to say… I’m switching from my usual brand. Next on my list...their lotion! 😍
With glow,
Jo ✨
- Product gifted by L'Occitane Canada.
-
Swiss Natural Total One® Multi Vitamin and Mineral for Women
✨Supplement Spotlight: Swiss Natural Total One Multivitamin for Women ✨ When it comes to supplements, I always share who it’s for and why…because one size never fits all. ;) 💊 Why I like this one: ✔️ Formulated for women under... +
✨Supplement Spotlight: Swiss Natural Total One Multivitamin for Women ✨
When it comes to supplements, I always share who it’s for and why…because one size never fits all. ;)
💊 Why I like this one:
✔️ Formulated for women under 50
✔️ Calcium support (especially important during perimenopause)
✔️ Cranberry for bladder health
✔️ Vitamins C, D & B-complex to support immunity, energy & cell health
✔️ Helps metabolize carbs, fats & proteins
✔️ 1 caplet daily (one and done 🙌)
✔️ Canadian-made, no aftertaste, gentle on my stomach
🌿 Celiac-friendly
No preservatives, artificial colours, dairy, wheat or gluten ~ a huge win for sensitive systems like mine.
⚠️ Important transparency note:
This is a great daily multivitamin for people who are already reasonably healthy. Because my celiac disease went undiagnosed for years, I deal with malabsorption and require methylated supplements, so I personally need more specialized support.
✨ That said, this is NOT a bad product at all. If I didn’t need higher-dose/methylated nutrients, I would absolutely take it myself. My daughter will be finishing the bottle happily. ;)
As always, listen to your body, read labels, and choose what works best for you.
With glow,
Jo ❥
Kindly gifted by @thisisbutterly & @swissnatural 🤍
-
Looking for more?
Check out our other review websites:
