Joyou5
Member Since: September 18, 2016Reviews
PowerBar Plant Protein Almond, Sea Salt and Dark Chocolate
Thanks to ChickAdvisor I got to try these 3 awesome flavours of PowerBar’s plant protein bars. Thank you ChickAdvisor & PowerBar!! Now, I got it free but I’ll always be honest! This was my second favourite flavour: the Almond, Sea Salt and Dark... +
Thanks to ChickAdvisor I got to try these 3 awesome flavours of PowerBar’s plant protein bars. Thank you ChickAdvisor & PowerBar!! Now, I got it free but I’ll always be honest!
This was my second favourite flavour: the Almond, Sea Salt and Dark Chocolate. My two year old seemed to love them all the same. She just wanted more! (They are that delicious!) I still was in disbelief that these were vegan, they certainly have the chocolate taste down!
For the Almond, Sea Salt and Dark Chocolate I don’t think they aren’t really worth the calories. I know they are better calories than a chocolate bar, but they almost double some chocolate bars. I know they aren’t a candy bar and they have protein - which has calories; but I think they kinda fall between to two needs for me. The first being a sweet craving, and the second being a protein bar. They don’t seem to have enough protein to really be a protein substitute for me (maybe because they are vegan), and they are too high in calories to be a nutritious sweet fix.
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PowerBar Plant Protein Cashew, Salted Caramel and Dark Chocolate
Thanks to ChickAdvisor I got to try these 3 awesome flavours of PowerBar’s plant protein bars. Thank you ChickAdvisor & PowerBar!! Now, I got it free but I’ll always be honest! These bars are dairy free, gluten free, soy free and vegan! (I... +
Thanks to ChickAdvisor I got to try these 3 awesome flavours of PowerBar’s plant protein bars. Thank you ChickAdvisor & PowerBar!! Now, I got it free but I’ll always be honest!
These bars are dairy free, gluten free, soy free and vegan! (I don’t usually eat that way but it’s nice to decrease those things in my diet.)
I tried Cashew, Salted Caramel and Dark Chocolate first and my first thought was “OMG that’s vegan?!” It tastes like real chocolate! This one was my favourite. The texture is great, it’s chewy and crispy all in one. I’m probably going to replace my candy bar stash with these, they taste that good and have 10g of protein to keep you full.
If you’re looking for me I’ll be in the pantry with a box of the PowerBar Plant Protein Bars: Cashew, Salted Caramel and Dark Chocolate.
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CND VINYLUX Weekly Top Coat
In the instructions of this top coat it says to clean your nails using a CND nail scrub, which was not provided to me to review. I did clean my nails, but I did not use the recommended product. I applied 2 coats of polish per instructions and a... +
In the instructions of this top coat it says to clean your nails using a CND nail scrub, which was not provided to me to review. I did clean my nails, but I did not use the recommended product. I applied 2 coats of polish per instructions and a single layer top coat. I didn't use it on its own or try it with an alternative product, but I loved the combination with the polish. It definitely lasted longer than I typically expect my polish to last. I would like to try this again with the nail scrub that they recommend. I think that would increase the endurance.
After 24 hours and 2 times doing dishes, without gloves, my usual polish would be 3/4 gone by this time. After 72 hours, I have the same amount of chipping. I would like to try this again with the nail scrub that they recommend. I think that would just take it even longer.
Retail: $11.71 (From Chatters)
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CND VINYLUX Weekly Polish
I am hard on my polish. I wash dishes by hand every day, sometimes twice. I do like to paint my nails, but it's often for a specific outing because they wear off so quickly. That said CND Vinylux has been way better than my usual polishes. I'm... +
I am hard on my polish. I wash dishes by hand every day, sometimes twice. I do like to paint my nails, but it's often for a specific outing because they wear off so quickly. That said CND Vinylux has been way better than my usual polishes. I'm really impressed. I do have some chipping after 24 hours, but the dishes I washed yesterday were longer than usual. I have a similar colour similar to Tropix in a cheaper polish and it is so streaky. This CND was so much easier to apply and it looks super professional. That said I'm not huge fan of the brush; I did have a stray hair fall off already after only 1 use.
Love that the polish is free from 7 chemicals, including formaldehyde, resin and lead.
Retail: $11.71 (From Chatters)
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essence Lipstick
The price just cannot be beat, $5! I bought it to try out a bold colour. I didn't want to buy a high price lipstick for something I wasn't sure I could pull off. Well, I am super impressed with the colour fastness, how easy it was to put on and that... +
The price just cannot be beat, $5! I bought it to try out a bold colour. I didn't want to buy a high price lipstick for something I wasn't sure I could pull off. Well, I am super impressed with the colour fastness, how easy it was to put on and that it didn't run, or bleed. Would definitely buy another colour. -
Vim Bathroom Spray
This product is amazing. I'd been using a 'natural' cleaner for a long time and had some hard stuck on reside that I think was probably calcium build up I hadn't been able to get rid of for years! ONE USE of the Vim Bathroom Spray and it is gone... +
This product is amazing. I'd been using a 'natural' cleaner for a long time and had some hard stuck on reside that I think was probably calcium build up I hadn't been able to get rid of for years! ONE USE of the Vim Bathroom Spray and it is gone. Completely gone! I won't be going back. -
NIVEA Q10 Firming Body Oil
As with any body oil, a little goes a long way! I've been using it multiple times a day to see if I can pick up on any reduction in my stretch marks from my pregnancy 18 months ago. I don't know if I can definitively say that I have noticed within... +
As with any body oil, a little goes a long way! I've been using it multiple times a day to see if I can pick up on any reduction in my stretch marks from my pregnancy 18 months ago. I don't know if I can definitively say that I have noticed within the 2 week review window. I also can't definitively say I noticed any firming but I do like it, it's a good product. However, I do think this is a little expensive for a Body Oil retailing for $13.99, but it will last you a long long time. If you would like to see if it's firming for yourself, it'll last you months. I've been using it heavily for 2 weeks and I have hardly made a dent in it.
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NIVEA Q10 Firming Body Lotion
This lotion is a little thinner, but moisturizes really well! It absorbs quickly and is not sticky. I've been using it multiple times a day to see if I can pick up on any firming within the review window (about 2 weeks). I don't know if I can... +
This lotion is a little thinner, but moisturizes really well! It absorbs quickly and is not sticky. I've been using it multiple times a day to see if I can pick up on any firming within the review window (about 2 weeks). I don't know if I can definitively say that I have noticed. That said, I love the feel and I have noticed how silky smooth my skin is. Because it is thinner, I do need a little extra for dry spots like heels and elbows, but I still rate it with 5 stars. I will certainly buy this again, and definitely recommend to a friend. -
PowerBar ProteinPlus Reduced Sugar Creamy Chocolate Peanut Butter
PowerBar ProteinPlus Reduced Sugar Creamy Chocolate Peanut Butter tastes like a candy bar! This flavor truly tastes like a candy bar. The whey chalkiness is less noticeable in this flavor, if you are a pickier eater you will probably prefer this... +
PowerBar ProteinPlus Reduced Sugar Creamy Chocolate Peanut Butter tastes like a candy bar!
This flavor truly tastes like a candy bar. The whey chalkiness is less noticeable in this flavor, if you are a pickier eater you will probably prefer this flavour over the Lemon Poppy Seed. You really don't feel like you are eating a protein bar, and it doesn't taste low sugar either; but it really does only have 2g of sugar.
I would not make this part of my workout routine because the ingredient list is too long, and I work out 4 times a week. I would consider it if I needed a snack because I was delaying a meal or something similar.
If the review was for taste only this bar would get a higher rating, but since it's marketed as a workout related snack I'm a little more conscious of the ingredients. That said, I would definitely buy these again, they're great to have on hand.
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PowerBar ProteinPlus Reduced Sugar Lemon Poppy Seed
PowerBar ProteinPlus Reduced Sugar Lemon Poppy Seed had excellent taste and only 3g of sugar. The flavor is excellent, it is very lemony. I'd say it is a true lemon poppy seed dessert taste. There is a little chalkiness in the bar, but that's to... +
PowerBar ProteinPlus Reduced Sugar Lemon Poppy Seed had excellent taste and only 3g of sugar.
The flavor is excellent, it is very lemony. I'd say it is a true lemon poppy seed dessert taste. There is a little chalkiness in the bar, but that's to be expected with a whey protein. The texture is really smooth and it's easy to eat. I would consider this as an occasion post work out snack as a treat. I would not make this part of my workout routine because the ingredient list is too long, and I work out 4 times a week. I would consider it if I needed a snack because I was delaying a meal or something similar.
If the review was for taste only this bar would get a higher rating, but since it's marketed as a workout related snack I'm a little more conscious of the ingredients. That said, I would definitely buy these again, they're great to have in a pinch.
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