sara_bl
Member Since: April 13, 2017Reviews
Aveeno Positively Radiant Cleanser
I found this facial cleanser very refreshing. The light fragrance awakens the senses. It is light and gentle and leaves my skin feel very soft and clean, but not overly dry or irritated at all. I do use a moisturizer after cleansing. After long term... +
I found this facial cleanser very refreshing. The light fragrance awakens the senses. It is light and gentle and leaves my skin feel very soft and clean, but not overly dry or irritated at all. I do use a moisturizer after cleansing. After long term use, I hope it will improve my skin tone and texture, as this would be a bonus as I don't usually think of a cleanser as a treatment/serum type product.
I received this product for free, but I really like many Aveeno products, and will likely incorporate this cleanser into my daily routine.
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Aveeno Daily Moisturizing Oil Mist
This body moisturizer has a pleasant fragrance, goes on smoothly, and rubs in quickly to a dry finish. It really does transform dry areas instantly into smooth, as the advertising notes. I really appreciate that it's formulated without parabens... +
This body moisturizer has a pleasant fragrance, goes on smoothly, and rubs in quickly to a dry finish. It really does transform dry areas instantly into smooth, as the advertising notes. I really appreciate that it's formulated without parabens, pthalates, silicones, mineral oil, synthetic dyes or alcohol. It's also hypoallergenic, and didn't irritate my sensitive skin. Because of the dry finish, it didn't feel like it transferred to my clothes which is a huge bonus.
My one issue with this oil is the method of application. While I really appreciated the spray application at first, once I started rubbing in the oil, and needed to spray some more, my hands were too slippery to dispense any more oil easily. A solution is to spray all over before starting to rub the oil in. This is expected with an oil product, so it's a very small complaint.
I will enjoy using this oil over the winter. A little goes a long way, so it is very cost effective.
I received this product for free, but I do use a lot of Aveeno products because they are unrivaled for very sensitive skin.
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Aveeno Revitalizing Green Tea Wash
I've enjoyed using this new body wash from Aveeno. The fragrance is gentle and pleasant, but not overwhelming. It awakens your senses! The texture is quite light, spreads well and doesn't wash away prematurely. A little goes a long way. It left my... +
I've enjoyed using this new body wash from Aveeno. The fragrance is gentle and pleasant, but not overwhelming. It awakens your senses! The texture is quite light, spreads well and doesn't wash away prematurely. A little goes a long way. It left my skin feeling soft and clean with no obvious lingering residue.
This product is free of sulfates, parabens, pthalates, dyes and soaps. It professes to gently cleanse while preserving skin's microbiome. As a person with very sensitive skin, this product is exactly what I've been looking for. The mild fragrance added did not irritate my skin, and it left me smelling and feeling great.
I strongly recommend this product. And it works really well paired with Aveeno Daily Moisturizing oil mist.
I received these Aveeno products for free, to test and review. I currently use multiple Aveeno products as I find their products gentle and effective.
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ReaLemon Flavour Infusions - Garlic
I always have a bottle of ReaLemon in my fridge, so I was excited to try this new product. I decided to use it in a marinade instead of adding garlic. I marinated cauliflower with olive oil, herbs and spices, salt and pepper as well as a generous... +
I always have a bottle of ReaLemon in my fridge, so I was excited to try this new product. I decided to use it in a marinade instead of adding garlic. I marinated cauliflower with olive oil, herbs and spices, salt and pepper as well as a generous shake of ReaLemon Flavour Infusions - Garlic. I then BBQed the cauliflower. It was delicious. It had a mild hint of garlic, and in combination with the smoky flavour, a wonderful lemony tang. I will make this recipe again and again, it was so good.
I plan to use this product whenever I want to add some acid to finish off a savoury dish, or in any marinades or dressing/vinaigrette. It is a very welcome addition to my pantry.
I received this product this product for free in exchange for an honest review.
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Mott's Clamato Reserve
I do love a good spicy Caesar in the summer to enjoy on a patio in the sun! Mott's Clamato is my go-to when mixing this drink at home. I had high hopes that Mott's Clamato Reserve would suit my taste with little extras added. I prefer a spicy Caesar... +
I do love a good spicy Caesar in the summer to enjoy on a patio in the sun! Mott's Clamato is my go-to when mixing this drink at home. I had high hopes that Mott's Clamato Reserve would suit my taste with little extras added. I prefer a spicy Caesar and the added jalepeno seemed to fit the bill. I also was happy to read the ingredients were natural.
As I didn't have any rimmer on hand, I mixed up a simple recipe to use. I used a lime wedge on the rim of the glass, and coated with the spice mix. I filled my glass with ice cubes (half) and poured the Clamato and stirred. I found the drink tasty but bland, and would recommend going light on the ice. I also found the jalepeno barely detectable. To suit my taste, I would need to add horseradish, tabasco and a large squeeze of lime. Once all these ingredients are added, I don't think the Reserve is better than the Original Clamato, other than the fact that it uses premium ingredients.
That being said, for the person who like a little mild heat to their Caesar, I would recommend the Mott's Clamato Reserve without reservations!!!
I received this product for free in exchange for an honest review.
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Joico Zero Heat Air Dry Styling Crème - Thick Hair
I have very thick and heavy long hair (below shoulder length), and it gets very frizzy when dried naturally. I avoid blow drying my hair or using heat to help protect my hair from damage. Joico's Zero Heat Air Dry Styling Cream for thick hair is the... +
I have very thick and heavy long hair (below shoulder length), and it gets very frizzy when dried naturally. I avoid blow drying my hair or using heat to help protect my hair from damage. Joico's Zero Heat Air Dry Styling Cream for thick hair is the product I need to keep my hair looking great. I have tried it on both wet and damp hair and it does wonders to calm my hair down and tame frizz. It even smooths frizz when applied to dry hair. It doesn't weigh it down, and allows the natural wave to exist, but in a smooth way.
I like that this product goes on light, is not sticky, and has a light fragrance that isn't overpowering. I will continue to use this product for the long term, as it's exactly what I've been looking for.
*I received this product for free, and have given an honest review.
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Mott's Fruitsations +Fibre Unsweetened Tropical
I received a coupon to purchase Mott's Fruitsations for free in exchange for an honest review. I was only able to find Tropical flavour, which has an apple base with added pineapple, orange and banana. It is a good source of fibre, with no... +
I received a coupon to purchase Mott's Fruitsations for free in exchange for an honest review. I was only able to find Tropical flavour, which has an apple base with added pineapple, orange and banana. It is a good source of fibre, with no additional sugar. As I have trouble eating breakfast most mornings, I gave this a try. It tasted good, and was very quick and easy to eat. It's also a good healthy snack. I would recommend this to anyone who needs more fruit in their diet, especially during the winter where there isn't much fresh fruit available. This apple sauce feels like a smart choice. -
teapigs peppermint leaves tea
I love this tea. I drink mint tea regularly, especially when my stomach is upset or I’ve had a big meal. It really helps to settle it. I’ve never been blown away by a mint tea before, but this tea is delicious. It is flavourful and the taste is... +
I love this tea. I drink mint tea regularly, especially when my stomach is upset or I’ve had a big meal. It really helps to settle it. I’ve never been blown away by a mint tea before, but this tea is delicious. It is flavourful and the taste is bright and crisp. It’s a step above all other mint teas I’ve tried. The whole leaves of mint make a difference. Also, I love that these fancy tea bags are plastic free. It won’t leach micro plastics into my drink or biodegrade later on leaving plastics behind in the soil. Because of these reasons, I’ll definitely purchase this tea again.
#gotitfree to try in exchange for an honest review
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Knorr Taste of Korea Korean BBQ Seasoning Blend
I'm an avid cook, and I loved this spice blend. I received it for free from chick advisor family rated, and it is so delicious. I used the recipe from the Knorr website for Marinated Korean Pork. It was very easy to prepare, and quick to cook. I can... +
I'm an avid cook, and I loved this spice blend. I received it for free from chick advisor family rated, and it is so delicious. I used the recipe from the Knorr website for Marinated Korean Pork. It was very easy to prepare, and quick to cook. I can imagine using this spice blend to make a number of other dishes, including bbq pork chops, or even a chicken or beef stir fry. It is lightly spicy, and very flavourful and savory. This spice blend has inspired me to try other Knorr spice blends. I usually make mine from scratch, but the ease of using this product makes me think why bother to gather all the ingredients when this tastes so good! I can't wait to try other recipes and also to share this with friends and family. -
Knorr Taste of Japan Shichimi Togarashi Seasoning Blend
I use SHICHIMI TOGARASHI often as a condiment, purchased from my local Japanese grocery store and love the spiciness with citrus, sesame and savory notes. I was very excited to receive the KNORR version for free to try and review. To test this... +
I use SHICHIMI TOGARASHI often as a condiment, purchased from my local Japanese grocery store and love the spiciness with citrus, sesame and savory notes. I was very excited to receive the KNORR version for free to try and review.
To test this product, I used the recipe for Salmon Shichimi Togarashi from the KNORR website. I found the recipe very easy to prepare. I spent 5 min preparing the marinade, and 20 min to cook in a convection oven. The salmon came out with crispy skin (baked skin side down) and tender flavorful salmon. It was very rich and spicy, so if you love spice this is a recipe for you. I assume you can reduce the amount of spice in the marinade if you want a milder finished product.
The Knorr version of this Japanese spice blend is comparable in my opinion to the authentic Japanese version, but it is easier to find and very affordable. The product came in a large bag, and I will purchase again. Since I like to use this as a condiment in noodle soup or an udon stir fry, I recommend transferring the spice to a small shaker for easy use when cooking or at the table.
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