me0kat
Member Since: August 22, 2013Reviews
Mott's Fruitsations +Fibre Unsweetened Mango Peach
I received this product for free as part of the Family Rated review club. Honestly I wasn't even sure I'd be able to redeem the free coupon since this product was so hard to find in stores. I love apple sauce and Mott's is definiately the biggest... +
I received this product for free as part of the Family Rated review club.
Honestly I wasn't even sure I'd be able to redeem the free coupon since this product was so hard to find in stores.
I love apple sauce and Mott's is definiately the biggest player in the field. They always offer a range of flavors using fruits and even vegetables that just perfectly blended. It makes for a great snack at any age.
This Fiber Mango and Peach variety was a real delight. I wasn't sure how adding fiber would alter the taste but it wasn't noticeable and the exotic flavors really shown though. Despite between unsweetened, this had the perfect amount of sweetness, it wasn't too tart or sugary.
When you have trouble incorporating more fruit or fiber in your diet, these Motts snacks are handy, easy to carry on and don't need to be refrigerated. I'll buy these for my whole family.
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Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Acne-Prone Skin Clay Mask
I received this product for free as part of the Chickadvisor review club. I had a bad experience with the Neutrogena peel off mask, but luckily this clay version was milder for my skin and provided the deep clean and refreshing feeling I was... +
I received this product for free as part of the Chickadvisor review club.
I had a bad experience with the Neutrogena peel off mask, but luckily this clay version was milder for my skin and provided the deep clean and refreshing feeling I was seeking.
Easy to use and dries within 20 mins, you can wash it away nicely in the shower or with a towel. It leaves you super soft and clean, perfect to use on a daily basis since I found it non irritating. Not sure that this mask actually helps acne prone skin or blemishes however it is great to clear away oil and impurities.
The smell and texture is pleasant, I just wish it came in a squeeze bottle.
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Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Acne-Prone Skin Cream-to-Foam Cleanser
I received this product for free as part of the Chickadvisor review club. First impression was awesome and upon trying it lived up to my expectations. I love a deep clean feeling and this foaming cleanser does just the trick. If you are familiar... +
I received this product for free as part of the Chickadvisor review club.
First impression was awesome and upon trying it lived up to my expectations. I love a deep clean feeling and this foaming cleanser does just the trick. If you are familiar with asian style foam cleansers, then you will love this Neutrogena version. Just a pea size amount goes a long way, it deep cleans and lathers nicely, taking away all traces of oil or dirt. I find that this product to be more suited for summer months, humid weather, or if you have oily skin. If you are on the drier side, you may find this to clease too much and it'll leave you feeling tight.
It washes away and leaves you squeaky clean, not slippery.
Would definitely recommend for acne or oily skin. Plus it smells so fresh and fruity, a real boost to your shower experience.
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Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Acne-Prone Skin Peel-Off Mask
I received this product for free as part of the Chickadvisor review club. Masks are very popular lately so I was excited that Neutrogena jumped on the bangwagon and starting offering their own. This peel off mask caught me by surprised since I was... +
I received this product for free as part of the Chickadvisor review club.
Masks are very popular lately so I was excited that Neutrogena jumped on the bangwagon and starting offering their own. This peel off mask caught me by surprised since I was expecting more of a sheet mask that you just place on your face, but when I tore the packaging, pink goo came out. I'm not sure why this liquid product is contained in such a large and flat packaging. The design is flawed and makes for a messy application. I accidentally ripped too much of the packaging and it was leaking everywhere. You then have to scrape the goo out with your fingers and apply it on your face. I think this product would have been a lot more successful if it just came in a tube and could be dispensed like any other lotion or cleanser.
The product itself smells fresh, like real grapefruits and is vibrant pink. As it dries, it provides a cooling effect on your skin and solidies into a plastic like film. I waited abut 25 mins before attempting to peel it off and this is the worse part... Man it hurts!
The instructions state to apply on a clean face so I had actually washed my face beforehand but I think this was a horrible idea. Peeling the product off feels like you are ripping off a very sticky bandaid on your most sensitive parts. I actually applied the mask all over my face and it hurt the most near my forehead and lower cheeks/chin. If you are just putting this on your nose, or if you have greasy skin, I don't think it would hurt as much.
Disappointingly, this mask did not work like pore strips one would apply on the nose area, it had no noticeable benefits, did not clean out my pores or cause anything significant and it was so painful that it irritated my skin more than anything.
My whole face was red and felt raw for nearly an hour after the peeling and even the next day, I had some patches that were irritated. Make sure you obey the warning of applying this far from your hair, as any tiny hair that did get stuck in the mask near my hairline, or eyebrows, ended up being plucked right out!
I have normal skin with occasional acne flare ups. I can't imagine who this product would be suited for. It's difficult to use, messy, and doesn't deep clean or remove any gunk in your pores. The peeling mask is a useless gimmick I hope dies soon. Stick with a regular cleaser or exfoliator.
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Love Beauty & Planet Coconut Milk & White Jasmine Divine Definition Shampoo
I received this product for free as part of Chickadvisor's review club along with the conditionner and hairspray. I thorougly enjoyed all of Love Beauty & Planets products but found this shampoo to be the best for me. Not only does it look... +
I received this product for free as part of Chickadvisor's review club along with the conditionner and hairspray.
I thorougly enjoyed all of Love Beauty & Planets products but found this shampoo to be the best for me. Not only does it look beautiful and has a clean and fresh packaging, the bottle shape and product itself is equivalent to that of higher end hair care.
I loved that this shampoo deep cleaned my hair and left me feeling enegerzied. The fragrance envelops your whole shower and lingers quite a bit on your hair too. If you use the conditionner and other styling products from the same collection, you will have the strong scent of jasmine/coconut for days.
Because this product is marketed as more natural, I was expecting it to perform somewhat worse compared to traditional shampoos but it exceeded anything I could have imagined.
Deep clean, I didn't even have to double wash and strong lather. Love it.
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Love Beauty & Planet Coconut Milk & White Jasmine Medium Hold & Volume Hair Spray (level 3)
I received this product for free as part of Chickadvisor's review club along with the matching shampoo and conditionner. Used in combination with the other hair care products from the same line, this spray doubles as a perfume to scent your locks... +
I received this product for free as part of Chickadvisor's review club along with the matching shampoo and conditionner.
Used in combination with the other hair care products from the same line, this spray doubles as a perfume to scent your locks and helps style them with ease.
In the winter time I typically use hairpsray to control flyaways and prevent static. This is ideal for simple up dos, it really keeps hair in place and doesn't feel overly sticky or rough. I have not used this when trying to curl or heat-treat my hair using styling tools so I am not sure if the hold would really last all day.
Although the spray may contain more natural ingredients compared to traditional hairsprays, I wish there was an unfragranced version. My biggest complaint with this line of products, it seems that they all have a high concentration of oils or fragrance that linger on your hair for hours. If you do not want this to clash with your perfume or other body products, it can be challenging.
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Love Beauty & Planet Coconut Milk & White Jasmine Divine Definition Conditioner
I received this product for free as part of Chickadvisor's review club along with the matching shampoo and hairspray from the same collection. This divine definition coconut jasmine conditioner is targered to ladies with wavy or curly hair. I found... +
I received this product for free as part of Chickadvisor's review club along with the matching shampoo and hairspray from the same collection.
This divine definition coconut jasmine conditioner is targered to ladies with wavy or curly hair. I found the product to be extremely moisturizing with a good consistency, not too thick or runny. The thing that stands out the most is the scent. The fragrance for all of this brand's products is overwhelmingly strong and this is due to the use of natural and essential oils. I wish the scent was a little more toned down, but if you are the type to wear perfume or want hair that smells great for days, this will be perfect.
I can't say that I notice more defined curls or waves, it overall only does a good job at keeping your hair moisturized and preventing flyaways.
The packaging is beautiful, I love the design and color of the label. Even the bottle shape is unique- it stands out from the competition and looks more upscale. Unfortunately I think this is a case of form over function, I do not like the lid and the way the product is dispensed. The opening is too small. I often resort to just twisting off the cap entirely.
For the price point and approach to more natural ingredients, I find this product to be a great alternative, the only drawbacks are the strong scent and bottle lid for me.
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Vichy Pureté Thermale Cleansing Foam Radiance Revealer
I received this product for free as part of Chickadvisor's review club. At first glance I was a little surprised at how transculent this cleanser is and can be pumped out of a foam dispenser. This is look like a high quality product and smells... +
I received this product for free as part of Chickadvisor's review club.
At first glance I was a little surprised at how transculent this cleanser is and can be pumped out of a foam dispenser. This is look like a high quality product and smells great. Targeted to those with sensitive skin, I wish it didn't have any fragrance or color however the scent is mild.
Just a couple pumps of this product and it goes a long way, it creates a deliciously foamy lather, just like popular hand soaps variety and is fun to use. Although this can lead one to use more than needed just because it is so much fun to pump it out.
I received the Vichy Thermal Micellar water and found that both products used together yielded excellent results. I do not wear make up so cannot comment on how clean your skin is if you did wear layers of products, but for every day use, the cleanser is mild and feels great. My skin isn't too dry or taught.
I would recommend this product if you love a foamy lather and are looking for something different to switch up your routine. Traditional gel and liquid cleansers do the job just as well, but the foam dispenser makes this Vichy product a little more fun.
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Vichy Pureté Thermale 3-in-1 One Step Cleansing Micellar Solution
I received this product for free as part of Chickadvisor's review club. This micellar water is advertised as a combo product that removes makeup, tones and purifies skin. I like that it does not require any rinsing however after trying it myself, I... +
I received this product for free as part of Chickadvisor's review club.
This micellar water is advertised as a combo product that removes makeup, tones and purifies skin. I like that it does not require any rinsing however after trying it myself, I found that it was better to wash your face as it does leave a slightly oily residue. I do not heavy make up, I usually wear moisturizers and sunscreens and found that this micellar water was able to break up the gunk. Simply using a cotton ball or pad, you will see the dirt coming off.
This is an ideal product to use as a 2 step cleansing routine. I would recommend removing surface debris and following up with a real face wash to get everything off.
This product is suited for sensitive skin, it doesn't contain strong irritants although it is a fragranced which is why I recommend rinsing it clean.
The bottle is small, for 200ml and retailing at around $20, I found this is to be very expensive and not any more effective than other micellar waters on the market. I have tried the Garnier and Nivea waters that are a fraction of the cost and work just as well.
I wouldn't recommend this for purchase simply because of the price and how small the bottle is.
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AXE® Ice Chill™ Body Spray
I received this product for free as part of XY Stuff review club. I received 2 other products from this Axe collection (stick antiperspirant and shampoo) and this spray was my least favorite. Although the fragrance is awesome, I find it extremely... +
I received this product for free as part of XY Stuff review club. I received 2 other products from this Axe collection (stick antiperspirant and shampoo) and this spray was my least favorite.
Although the fragrance is awesome, I find it extremely overpowering in this aerosol form. It feels like there are toxic fumes going into the air and I am not sure it's healthy to breathe this stuff in. If you can control yourself to spray just a tiny amount onto your affected areas, it wouldn't be so bad but I know a lot of guys tend to spray very liberally across their whole torso.
This body spray is ideal right after the shower or maybe before going out, it kind of replaces a cologne but does not subsitute for a deodorant or antiperspirant. If you tend to sweat and smell sour under your armpits, this product does not cut it so you will need to double up with an actual stick.
Use caution when applying this, try not to breathe it in and if possible do it outdoors before the smell lingers forever in closed spaces!!
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