Sherri4g
Member Since: September 4, 2019Reviews
Degree® Women UltraClear Black + White 72H Antiperspirant Deodorant Dry Spray
I really appreciate the innovation that has taken place in the deodorant and antiperspirant fields. Gone are the days when we have had to throw out clothes due to stiff and yellowed armholes that no amount of DIY cleaning tricks or professional... +
I really appreciate the innovation that has taken place in the deodorant and antiperspirant fields. Gone are the days when we have had to throw out clothes due to stiff and yellowed armholes that no amount of DIY cleaning tricks or professional solutions could fix. Degree Women Black + White Antiperspirant Dry Spray is the latest and one of the best new products I have had a chance to try that simply work while protecting my investment in my clothing.
A spray that dries within seconds, Degree Women Black + White Antiperspirant Dry Spray has a scent that I find to be on the stronger side, with distinct floral and powdery notes. That being said, I do not find it in any way unpleasant and it does not cause my sensitivities to flare up, it also fades to a light scent in a short period of time. The spray does not cause any stiffness or marks on my clothing, even the darker, more delicate shirts. It also works very well during normal activity levels over the course of a full day. I would think it would hold up in the summer too, possibly only needing to be reapplied after heavy activity.
Overall, I really enjoyed the product that I #gotitfree from @chickadvisor , and my opinions are all my own.
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Shea Moisture Green Tea and Olive Oil Moisturizing Body Wash
I'm a big fan of Shea Moisture products, I love their philosophy and their commitment to sustainability. Meant to be suitable for dry, delicate skin, the Shea Moisture Green Tea & Olive Oil Moisturizing Body Wash is made with fair trade shea... +
I'm a big fan of Shea Moisture products, I love their philosophy and their commitment to sustainability.
Meant to be suitable for dry, delicate skin, the Shea Moisture Green Tea & Olive Oil Moisturizing Body Wash is made with fair trade shea butter, olive oil and green tea. There are no parabens, no phthalates, no mineral oil and no sulfates, and any scent is only ingredient based. The product has also never been tested on animals.
My experience was very positive. The body wash has a gel consistency which is easy to spread and lather, and rinses off nicely. It does not leave any residue behind, nor does it turn your shower floor into a slip and slide! I found that while using it the body wash had a faint high quality olive oil scent, but I didn't catch any green tea from it. The scent did not linger after rinsing. After my shower, my skin felt soft and well pampered, ready for the next step of my routine with no feeling of tightness. The bottle is huge and this will last a long time. My only quibble is that the lid is rather hard to open in the shower.
This is a great product overall, and I think it's very gender neutral and a perfect item to have for when we are able to safely have company over once again, or for an entire family to be able to use.
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Natural Calm Magnesium Citrate Powder
I tried a few samples of this powder, in various flavors. I prepared my drinks with water only, as a warm drink, and the flavors were very good, the perfect balance of tart with a hint of sweetness, and with no chalkiness whatsoever. While I did... +
I tried a few samples of this powder, in various flavors. I prepared my drinks with water only, as a warm drink, and the flavors were very good, the perfect balance of tart with a hint of sweetness, and with no chalkiness whatsoever. While I did not experience pain relief or noticeably better sleep, I do think the drinks helped me feel calmer and eased my stress. My favorite flavor so far is the raspberry lemon, it's super tasty! -
teapigs Cleanse Tea
Tea is one of my greatest loves. While I love all kinds of tea, my favorite type are green teas with their refreshing notes that pick you up while soothing you. I was thrilled to have had the chance to try teapigs Cleanse Tea, which promised to be... +
Tea is one of my greatest loves. While I love all kinds of tea, my favorite type are green teas with their refreshing notes that pick you up while soothing you. I was thrilled to have had the chance to try teapigs Cleanse Tea, which promised to be the cleanest, greenest tea ever, with notes of lemongrass, ginger, coconut, and dandelion root.
Cleanse Tea is fabulous! Morning or night, it's delicious and has just the right hint of sweetness with a tropical flair to make you sit back and savor each cup. The coconut and lemongrass were the notes that stood out the most for me with the green tea, and while I cheated a little with some biscotti in my photo as part of an afternoon treat, I normally enjoy this tea to either start my work day or as a way to relax before bed. While there is caffeine from the green tea, I am not someone who is bothered by that, and the flavor combination in a hot tea relaxes me perfectly in the evening.
I definitely recommend this tea and will repurchase it when I finish this box!
I received this free product to try complimentary of ChickAdvisor, but my opinions are my own.
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Pantene Pro V Pure Clean and Clarify Silicone Free Conditioner Fragrance Free
I tried this conditioner after having used the shampoo from the same range. The two products are very complimentary and work well together. The Pure Clean & Clarify Conditioner is fragrance-free, silicone-free, as well as free from parabens, dyes... +
I tried this conditioner after having used the shampoo from the same range. The two products are very complimentary and work well together. The Pure Clean & Clarify Conditioner is fragrance-free, silicone-free, as well as free from parabens, dyes and mineral oils. Its formula contains a blend of pro-vitamin B5 and antioxidants.
I worked the conditioner into my hair after shampooing, and as my hair tends to be dry, I left it in for a couple of minutes before rinsing it out. I found that this provided a good counter balance to the purifying effects of the shampoo, and left my hair feeling moisturized, soft, and healthy, without feeling weighed down in any way. I recommend this conditioner!
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Pantene Pro V Pure Pure Clean and Clarify Silicone Free Shampoo Fragrance Free
Having thick curly hair, I go through a number of products that even though I try not to be heavy-handed with, can still lead to build up. The Clean & Clarify Shampoo delivers very well on its promise to remove excess oil and styling build up, with... +
Having thick curly hair, I go through a number of products that even though I try not to be heavy-handed with, can still lead to build up. The Clean & Clarify Shampoo delivers very well on its promise to remove excess oil and styling build up, with a fragrance-free and silicone-free formula that contains a blend of pro-vitamin B5 and antioxidants. The shampoo is also free from dyes, parabens and mineral oils.
I found the shampoo to lather well, and there truly was no discernable scent to it. It worked so well that while I did use it repeatedly for two weeks to test it, I would suggest to space out use to once a week or as needed because it clarifies almost too well.
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Kérastase Fondant Renforçateur
I have tried the Fondant Renforçateur many times now, and have come to a few conclusions. You don't need a lot of it, even for my thick, curly hair, and while there is a scent to it when you apply it, it rinses then fades away. The Fondant... +
I have tried the Fondant Renforçateur many times now, and have come to a few conclusions. You don't need a lot of it, even for my thick, curly hair, and while there is a scent to it when you apply it, it rinses then fades away. The Fondant definitely helps strengthen my hair, and makes it less prone to breakage. This benefit has built up with usage. It does not do much for me regarding hair loss though, and when I used it as a sole conditioner my hair needed a lot more leave-in conditioner then normal. I tried it once as a treatment, following a sample shampoo and conditioner from another Kérastase line and the difference in my hair was remarkable. I truly think that this product can show its true power when used with the rest of its intended product line. It's good one its own, but I have a feeling the line is great as a whole. -
Olay Regenerist Collagen Peptide 24 Serum
I am a skincare enthusiast with dry skin that can sometimes become irritated by certain unnecessary ingredients in skincare and beauty, so I am always looking for new and innovative products. Formulated without fragrance, parabens, phthalates... +
I am a skincare enthusiast with dry skin that can sometimes become irritated by certain unnecessary ingredients in skincare and beauty, so I am always looking for new and innovative products.
Formulated without fragrance, parabens, phthalates, mineral oil or synthetic dyes, the serum is full of great ingredients such as Niacinamide (Vitamin B3), Panthenol (Pro-vitamin B5), Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4,and Tremella Fuciformis Sporocarp extract (Snow Mushroom). These ingredients serve to provide hydration, skin brightening and maintenance, skin soothing and restoring - all things I am looking for. Olay also states the serum will visibly firm skin.
I have used the Collagen Peptide 24 serum day and night for over a month now and can say that I really love it. I have experienced no negative effects, and I find it very soothing and a great hydrating layer in my skin routine. My skin feels slightly firmer, as well as feeling healthy, hydrated and plumper. I don't think the serum would provide enough hydration to use on its own for people with dry or normal skin types, but perhaps people with oily skin might not feel the need for as much layering while using it.
The only quibble I have with the product is not with the serum but with the bottle, the dropper is not the easiest to use as it picks up product inconsistently. This may make using the serum a bit difficult for anyone with mobility or dexterity difficulties in their hands.
This is a product I will continue to use until the very last drop, and will very likely repurchase. I recommend it for people with dry skin, sensitive skin (though do test as usual!) and normal skin year-round. It may be best suited for people with oily skin in drier or colder environments.
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Softsoap Body Butter Coconut Scrub
I was very curious about the exfoliating body wash, as I don't normally use physical exfoliants, and my experience was positive. The texture of the is very creamy, you see and feel the apricot seed powder, but it's very gentle. I would not... +
I was very curious about the exfoliating body wash, as I don't normally use physical exfoliants, and my experience was positive.
The texture of the is very creamy, you see and feel the apricot seed powder, but it's very gentle. I would not recommend using it on your face, and definitely not anywhere near your eyes, but it was a pleasure to use on the areas of my body where my skin is hardier, and especially on my elbows and knees. Keeping in mind it's a physical exfoliant, I rubbed gently, and experienced no irritation, even though my skin can be prone to it. My skin came out feeling very smooth and soft afterwards, though you do want to be diligent about applying moisturizer. The only negative I should mention is that as it's so creamy it really does not lather or spread well, so you need to use more of the wash than you might another product. It does rinse off well though, so that is not a concern.
Scent-wise, the body-wash has a light note of coconut without being overwhelming, and I got a hint of banana from somewhere too. I did not find that the scent lingered, which suits me very much.
Overall, I really enjoyed it!
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SHEA MOISTURE (MILK GEL) PAPAYA & NEROLI ALL DAY FRIZZ CONTROL MILK GEL
I have what most consider to be type 3B curly hair, and I often struggle to find hair products that strike the right balance between taking care of thick, curly and dry hair that can easily get damaged, and ensuring shine, bounce, life and health to... +
I have what most consider to be type 3B curly hair, and I often struggle to find hair products that strike the right balance between taking care of thick, curly and dry hair that can easily get damaged, and ensuring shine, bounce, life and health to my curls. I don't want something to hydrate and moisturize but leave my hair looking flat and greasy, nor do I want my hair to look like shiny ringlets but be crunchy or feel like unmanageable straw. The search has been lifelong.
I have tried Shea Moisture products before, and they have been good, but I think the Papaya & Neroli All Day Frizz Control line is really striking all the right notes for my hair.
The Papaya & Neroli All Day Frizz Control Milk Gel worked wonderfully on my hair. I only needed a little bit for my mid-back length hair to get bouncy, defined curls without any cast or crunch. Note that I air dry only after a short microfiber wrap. I normally use about two quarters worth, not all at once, but rubbed on my hands then distributed through my hair concentrating on the ends first. If I want a bit more definition, I will use a tiny bit more. I don't like casts so I don't aim for them. The scent with this product lasted the longest, but as I don't use too much, I didn't find it to be overwhelming as someone who can be scent sensitive.
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