mamaluv
Member Since: September 8, 2006Reviews
Arm & Hammer Clump & Seal Complete Odour Sealing Clumping Litter
I really love this cat litter! I was using a quality litter before which I was perfectly happy with. The clumping quality with Clump & Seal is as least as good if not better than my usual brand. But what really sold me on this litter was the scent... +
I really love this cat litter! I was using a quality litter before which I was perfectly happy with. The clumping quality with Clump & Seal is as least as good if not better than my usual brand.
But what really sold me on this litter was the scent. You still have to clean your box every day. The 7-day guarantee is based on the expectation that you are cleaning the box regularly. This is not a get-out-of-jail-free card! However, I notice the difference immediately when my cat uses the box. Usually there's an unpleasant waft of piss smell when she comes out (we have one of those covered boxes with a cat door), but with Clump and Seal I have not noticed this. The scent itself is also different from what I used before. It's hard to peg, but in general just smells fresher than my other brand.
The low dust is also a feature I love. It's not 100% dust free, but it is better than what I was using before. Keeps my house cleaner!
Would I switch? The brand I used before is available in a bulk size and therefore costs less. I will certainly be on the lookout for sales on Clump & Seal and very happily buy it when the opportunity comes. For those who don't mind spending a little extra for a fresher home, it really is worth the money.
I received this product free from Arm & Hammer to try.
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Bourjois Paris Color Boost Lip Crayon
Love the convenience of the crayon, adore the moisturizing feel and would definitely make this a regular item in my makeup bag! I have tried 3 colours so far and my favourite is a luscious orange hue that you might never realize how flattering it is... +
Love the convenience of the crayon, adore the moisturizing feel and would definitely make this a regular item in my makeup bag! I have tried 3 colours so far and my favourite is a luscious orange hue that you might never realize how flattering it is until you finally try it yourself. I definitely recommend Bourjois Color Boost Lip Crayon! -
Know Cosmetics No Bleeding Lips Secret Lipliner
I don't usually have issues with lipstick feathering, but that's because I tend to wear sheer tints. I tried No Bleeding Lips at ShowCase with a much bolder colour. Sure enough, several hours later while part of the lipstick had worn off due to... +
I don't usually have issues with lipstick feathering, but that's because I tend to wear sheer tints. I tried No Bleeding Lips at ShowCase with a much bolder colour. Sure enough, several hours later while part of the lipstick had worn off due to eating and drinking, the edges of my lips were still pristine.
For me this may not be an everyday product since I just don't wear a bold lip that often, but for those occasions when I will, No Bleeding Lips will be part of my makeup routine for sure!
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Kleenex Expressions by Isaac Mizrahi
So Kleenex is Kleenex no matter what the box looks like... except that now I will be purposely looking for this expressions line next time I shop. The design are so cute and chic! I never imagined I'd give tissues a second thought but these are... +
So Kleenex is Kleenex no matter what the box looks like... except that now I will be purposely looking for this expressions line next time I shop. The design are so cute and chic! I never imagined I'd give tissues a second thought but these are worth the effort. Would definitely buy them again! -
Skinny Cow Salted Caramel Greek Frozen Yogourt
I adore Greek yogurt, and I generally like Fro Yo but I am not usually a fan of caramel. All that changed when I tried Skinny Cow's Salted Caramel Frozen Yogurt. This is the perfect blend of smooth ice creamy goodness, a modest swirl of sweet... +
I adore Greek yogurt, and I generally like Fro Yo but I am not usually a fan of caramel. All that changed when I tried Skinny Cow's Salted Caramel Frozen Yogurt.
This is the perfect blend of smooth ice creamy goodness, a modest swirl of sweet caramel, and a dash of salt. At the ChickAdvisor ShowCase a lot of the ladies started off by saying "I don't really like frozen yogurt..." but very quickly changed their tunes when they tasted.
Why? First, because this doesn't taste like frozen yogurt! It really tastes like a high quality ice cream bar. It's no exaggeration when I say this bar shot straight to the top of my favourite ice cream treats. Second, as a yogurt treat it's a better snacking option than other icy treats. And finally, even though it's supposedly 98% fat free, I guarantee it tastes like sinful indulgence. You cannot tell this is a low fat snack.
Seriously, try this treat! It's so good, it'll make you a believer.
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Know Cosmetics No Dark Shadows Complexion Enhancer
I am so over the moon about this concealer, it's a little ridiculous. It really does live up to every single one of its advertised claims. Conceal dark circles? Check. Does not settle into fine lines? Check. Long lasting? Check. Without a doubt... +
I am so over the moon about this concealer, it's a little ridiculous. It really does live up to every single one of its advertised claims.
Conceal dark circles? Check. Does not settle into fine lines? Check. Long lasting? Check.
Without a doubt, this was one of my favourite products from ChickAdvisor ShowCase. I will definitely buy this again when I run out.
Info: I have "Wow" which is one of the lightest shades. I would describe my skin tone as Fair or Very Fair. My daughter who has a little more olive in her skin uses "Pizazz" which is one shade darker.
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DiorShow Brow Styler Ultra-Fine Precision Brow Pencil
This dual-ended eyebrow pencil plus spoolie is like one-stop-shopping-indulgence from Dior. One end is a soft precision retractable brow pencil (not a conventional pencil that you have to sharpen; it's more like a mechanical pencil), and the other... +
This dual-ended eyebrow pencil plus spoolie is like one-stop-shopping-indulgence from Dior. One end is a soft precision retractable brow pencil (not a conventional pencil that you have to sharpen; it's more like a mechanical pencil), and the other is an eyebrow wand you can use to comb your brows. If you have really unruly brows you could dip it lightly into some styling product and use to apply.
The colour itself is said to be "universal". It looks like a dark brown, but I have very light brows and since you can apply as heavy or light as you want, it really does seem to be a one-size-fits-all type of product. The casing is a classy silver tube, and the spoolie has a matching cap so that you can keep it clean.
At $30 it's a little pricey, but what a great product for the occasional splurge! I have used other brands that were effective enough, but this is a step above.
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Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser
I really love this cleanser. Both my teenager (oily/light acne) and I (combination skin) use it and it works well for both of us. As with pretty much every cleanser I've ever used, I do have to use moisturizer afterward (of course), but this stuff... +
I really love this cleanser. Both my teenager (oily/light acne) and I (combination skin) use it and it works well for both of us.
As with pretty much every cleanser I've ever used, I do have to use moisturizer afterward (of course), but this stuff has never irritated my skin, nor failed to remove makeup and dirt. It was recommended to me by a cosmetologist at Shoppers Drug Mart and now I know why!
I would definitely recommend this cleanser to anyone.
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Old El Paso Taco Kits
We love tacos and probably have them at least once per month or more. Old El Paso kits are very convenient for having most of what you need packaged into a tidy box, including the shells, taco seasoning, and usually a packet of salsa. All you need... +
We love tacos and probably have them at least once per month or more. Old El Paso kits are very convenient for having most of what you need packaged into a tidy box, including the shells, taco seasoning, and usually a packet of salsa. All you need to add is ground meat and your favourite toppings. I usually buy the "hard & soft" or "stand & stuff" kit, though you can also get other varieties. And if you prefer chicken chunks instead of ground beef in your taco, you can get a chicken kit with a slightly different seasoning mix suited to chicken.
Ideally I'd prefer to have fresh tacos instead of out of the box, but I don't have the first idea how to make them from scratch. I generally have a taco kit in my pantry at all times for spur of the moment taco night. Never fails to make my family happy!
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Sally Beauty Supply
Sally Beauty is a fabulous source for high end beauty products. I have only shopped there for hair tools, home wax, and nail supplies and have always found exactly what I wanted. The sticker prices are higher than Walmart & co but the quality is... +
Sally Beauty is a fabulous source for high end beauty products. I have only shopped there for hair tools, home wax, and nail supplies and have always found exactly what I wanted. The sticker prices are higher than Walmart & co but the quality is professional. Often the sales and incentives make it an even better deal than you'd get from the lower price options at a place like Walmart, and I have picked up high end nail polishes for a steal.
I shopped Sally when I lived in the US and am thrilled that they are also in my new Canadian home town. Some of the customer service can be a bit hit or miss in terms of knowledge base, but all staff have always been extremely friendly. I usually come into the store already knowing what I want to buy, and several times they have allowed me to buy a comparable product when the featured brand is sold out.
It's definitely worth checking out!
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