prettyrainbow
Member Since: October 19, 2009Reviews
Four O'Clock Truffle Mint Tea
This tea was very satisfying to drink and it tasted delicious. To get the full flavour, it does take more steeping time than other teas I've tried. It did smell like chocolate so I was expecting a sweet chocolaty taste, but it was more deep and... +
This tea was very satisfying to drink and it tasted delicious. To get the full flavour, it does take more steeping time than other teas I've tried. It did smell like chocolate so I was expecting a sweet chocolaty taste, but it was more deep and spicy in flavour, possibly due to the licorice and chicory roots mixed with cacao. Nonetheless, it was still tasty. There was a hint of peppermint which made this tea a great drink to help digest with after a big meal. It also makes for a great dessert tea to enjoy on its own or with your favorite sweets. -
Snuggle Scent Boosters
I found the Snuggle Scent Boosters to be very easy to use. They are concentrated powdered scent pacs that you just throw into your washing machine before starting the wash cycle. Their main purpose is to add scent to your clothes. The one I tried... +
I found the Snuggle Scent Boosters to be very easy to use. They are concentrated powdered scent pacs that you just throw into your washing machine before starting the wash cycle. Their main purpose is to add scent to your clothes. The one I tried was in Blue Iris Bliss and it has a delicate floral scent to it. Once the wash was complete, I did notice that my clothes smelled nice and the scent lingered even after I put them in the dryer. There was no powdery residue afterwards, so the pac did dissolve completely in the wash. I do have to note, though, that although this smelled nice, it is not a fabric softener, therefore, I still have to use another product on top of this to get my clothes feeling soft. The fabric softener already has its own scent, so when you use them together, it's hard to tell which one takes the credit for getting your clothes to smell nice. For testing purposes, I did use the Snuggle Scent Boosters on their own to be able to tell if it worked. Since I already use the Snuggle brand fabric softener from time to time, I don't know if I would purchase the Scent Booster on top of it. However, if you absolutely do want to enhance the scent, then it's a great product. -
Mary Kay Eye Defining Pencil
This has been one of the eyeliners I've loved the most over the years. The shade I have is in Sable, a medium brown color which compliments my fair features. Since some black eyeliners can look very harsh on me, this makes for a very good... +
This has been one of the eyeliners I've loved the most over the years. The shade I have is in Sable, a medium brown color which compliments my fair features. Since some black eyeliners can look very harsh on me, this makes for a very good alternative. The pencil sharpens very well and the tip has hardly ever broken off. Application goes so smoothly as the consistency of the pencil is creamy, therefore, no need to tug at your skin to get it to be precise. The gold cap also makes it easily identifiable in my makeup bag. The MK Eye Defining pencils are definitely a product every makeup lover should try out at least once. -
Avon Care Deeply Lip Balm
Avon's Care Deeply lip balm is certainly a real bargain. I believe I paid mine less than 2 dollars. It's a very rich and emollient lip balm, so if you have really dry lips, this will help keep them hydrated and healthy looking. I found the texture... +
Avon's Care Deeply lip balm is certainly a real bargain. I believe I paid mine less than 2 dollars. It's a very rich and emollient lip balm, so if you have really dry lips, this will help keep them hydrated and healthy looking. I found the texture to be too greasy-feeling on my lips to wear during the day, so I only put this on at night before bed and only in the winter time when my lips are most dry. It doesn't have any scent or flavour to it either. I usually get this during the holiday season and the packaging comes with a calendar on it but the printing is so small, it defeats the purpose, therefore, it's not a feature I rely on. In general, a very basic lip balm that moisturizes well. -
Fruits and Passion Monoi Hand Butter
The skin on my hands gets really dry during the winter months and all season long, I've been using this hand cream and it has dramatically helped my skin. The texture is thick and emollient. It's a little greasy at first but it eventually absorbs... +
The skin on my hands gets really dry during the winter months and all season long, I've been using this hand cream and it has dramatically helped my skin. The texture is thick and emollient. It's a little greasy at first but it eventually absorbs well into your skin so you can go on with your daily tasks. My hands were no longer flaking and with continuous application, the cracked spots healed. It also has a very pleasant exotic floral scent. It isn't overpowering at all. I purchased the portable tube so that I could bring it along with me in my handbag. I just wish the hand cream would be free of parabens, otherwise I would give it a higher rating. -
Just Basic Scrunchies
I purchased these hair scrunchies at Dollarama. The value you get for your money is great. There are four scrunchies in each pack for just $1.00 and they have lasted me a long time. The material they are made of is durable and the elastic withstands... +
I purchased these hair scrunchies at Dollarama. The value you get for your money is great. There are four scrunchies in each pack for just $1.00 and they have lasted me a long time. The material they are made of is durable and the elastic withstands a lot of use. Lots of versatile colors too so that you can match with different outfits. They protect your hair from damage, which can occur when tying with regular elastics. I twist it around three times to prevent it from sliding off, but that all depends on the thickness of your hair. I will consider purchasing more of these in the future. -
Nature Valley Sweet & Salty Granola Bars
I purchased the multipack variety of the Nature Valley Sweet and Salty granola bars at Costco. There are 36 bars in each pack and three different flavour varieties: Peanut, Almond and Chocolate. They each have a bottom coating of either peanut... +
I purchased the multipack variety of the Nature Valley Sweet and Salty granola bars at Costco. There are 36 bars in each pack and three different flavour varieties: Peanut, Almond and Chocolate. They each have a bottom coating of either peanut butter, almond butter or chocolate, respectively. This gives the bar a creamy, delicious texture but you also get the crunch from whole nuts and chocolate chunks which make these granola bars substantial and very satisfying. The bar itself is chewy. I just wish they would eliminate the corn syrup and palm kernel oil though and reduce the sodium, otherwise, it would be a better snack. Still delicious though and gives you your money's worth in terms of generous portions and ingredients. -
Uno Card Game
Uno is such a fun card game that you can play for hours on end. It never gets boring and you'll get lots of laughs too along the way. Great for playing with a group of people or with only a few. The cards are of a sturdy quality and very colorful... +
Uno is such a fun card game that you can play for hours on end. It never gets boring and you'll get lots of laughs too along the way. Great for playing with a group of people or with only a few. The cards are of a sturdy quality and very colorful too. Very simple game to learn and great for many ages. You want this in your game collection! -
Fisher Price Brilliant Basics Baby's First Blocks
When it comes to a baby's first toys, you want to start with the basics. This shape-sorting toy is perfect for tiny hands and has many uses too, which will help the baby's development well into their toddler and preschool years. I purchased this to... +
When it comes to a baby's first toys, you want to start with the basics. This shape-sorting toy is perfect for tiny hands and has many uses too, which will help the baby's development well into their toddler and preschool years. I purchased this to use with young students to reinforce the learning of shapes, colors and pairs. It comes with 5 pairs of shapes (10 blocks in all) and a case with a removable lid with the corresponding shape cutouts. The lid is removable so you can easily lift it and take the blocks out again and the shapes drop perfectly into each hole. This is more than just a shape sorter though. You can have the child stack the blocks, count, create simple patterns, etc.. It's especially helpful for developing fine motor skills as the child learns to grasp and fit the shape into the slot. At the starting recommended age of 6 months, the child will need some assistance and guidance, but they'll be intrigued by the bright colors. As they grow, the child is better able to handle the blocks on their own, making for lots of fun play time. Some of my preschool students have used the blocks to trace shapes for art projects too. It's a versatile toy that grows along with them. I recommend every parent get this for their little ones. -
Lise Watier All Over Baked Bronzer
This bronzer is gorgeous! It has a marbled design with bronze, white, gold and pink swirls and when blended together, it creates the perfect glow on your skin. My skin is very fair and I was initially afraid this would make me look too orange, but... +
This bronzer is gorgeous! It has a marbled design with bronze, white, gold and pink swirls and when blended together, it creates the perfect glow on your skin. My skin is very fair and I was initially afraid this would make me look too orange, but on the contrary. It gives me that sun-kissed look and it compliments my skin tone very well. I do find it to be buildable as well, so it could work on many skin tones, in my opinion. The shimmer isn't overpowering and since it's a baked formula, it won't be powdery and will last a long time. I've been using it for quite a while and still haven't hit pan. The packaging is also very beautiful. It is rather expensive though for a bronzer (in the $30 range), but so worth the money spent. -
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