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Member Since: January 20, 2016Reviews
Zarbee's® Children's Cough + Mucus Syrup (118ml)
This syrup came just when we needed it. My daughter has what seemed like a mild cold that turned into a devastating cough that, as usual, gets worse at night. We tried different home remedies, but nothing worked, and she is too young for most cough... +
This syrup came just when we needed it. My daughter has what seemed like a mild cold that turned into a devastating cough that, as usual, gets worse at night. We tried different home remedies, but nothing worked, and she is too young for most cough syrups. So when Zarbee's arrived, we tried it immediately. In short, it works. It doesn't completely help, but it provides some relief, and considering that it doesn't have any real medication in it, we were happy with the results. Would I use a stronger cough syrup if there was one? Absolutely. But this one is great for milder coughs, younger children, or as a first thing to try before using medicated ones. -
AVEENO® Tone + Texture Daily Renewing Lotion
A few days ago I received this Aveeno Tone+Texture daily renewing lotion for free. This lotion contains 4% PHA among other things, to gently smooth rough skin. I have KP (keratosis pilaris) and this is not my first time using a lotion like this, but... +
A few days ago I received this Aveeno Tone+Texture daily renewing lotion for free. This lotion contains 4% PHA among other things, to gently smooth rough skin. I have KP (keratosis pilaris) and this is not my first time using a lotion like this, but they can be hard to find in Canada, so it's nice to see this new addition. I find this lotion to be gentle, but very moisturizing. It absorbs immediately with no stickiness, so it's really the best type of lotion. Now, it's important to note that it is also fragrance free, which is better than unscented, especially for sensitive skin. However, this also means there is a mild, slightly off-putting scent to it that goes away soon after it's absorbed. So yes, there is a natural scent to it, but it goes away, and it's very manageable. As such, this lotion is great for those with sensitive skin, eczema, migraines and any other problem caused or aggravated by scents. As for it's performance, it moisturizes well, but it's way too early to notice any effect on my KP. -
PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie, Mighty Pups Skye, Exclusive 3-Piece Toy Figures Gift Set
My daughter LOVES Paw patrol. So all three figures from this set are coming along with us whatever we go, this weekend that was the local park/ playground. The two adult Skye figures watched baby Skye balance on a log, they all played in the sand... +
My daughter LOVES Paw patrol. So all three figures from this set are coming along with us whatever we go, this weekend that was the local park/ playground. The two adult Skye figures watched baby Skye balance on a log, they all played in the sand, went down the slide and ran around in the grass. For a toy set with three figures of the same character, I didn't imagine this much play, but my daughter is more imaginative than me. The figures are well made with lots of details, and the paint is in the right places (no overflow that I noticed). The heads turn, although a bit harder on baby Skye. And all three are just cute. I would've liked a pack with a variety of characters more, though. -
Children's TYLENOL® Liquid Suspension
Fevers happen often with children as young as mine, and I love having Tylenol on hand. This particular product comes in 5 different flavours, 2 are dye free. My daughter prefers the grape flavour of any medicine over others, but it's nice to have... +
Fevers happen often with children as young as mine, and I love having Tylenol on hand. This particular product comes in 5 different flavours, 2 are dye free. My daughter prefers the grape flavour of any medicine over others, but it's nice to have options in case her preferences change in the future. She doesn't mind taking Tylenol, although there is an aftertaste she doesn't like, so I try to give her the whole dose at once. I trust Tylenol because it works well and it's safe for children (when following dosing instructions). It lowers her fever pretty quickly, usually within 30 minutes, and depending on how high the fever was, it can keep her happy and pain free for a while. -
PanOxyl PM Blemish Brightening Patches
I got a 10-patch sample of these patches, and waited for the right pimple to pop out to test them. I tested two patches on two different pimples, one was small and white (about to burst), one was slightly bigger, red and angry, but not mature yet... +
I got a 10-patch sample of these patches, and waited for the right pimple to pop out to test them. I tested two patches on two different pimples, one was small and white (about to burst), one was slightly bigger, red and angry, but not mature yet. The white one almost completely disappeared, although I didn't notice any pus on it when I removed it. The red one maaaybe shrank a little bit, but it's still there. This is comparable to other overnight patches I've used, and most only work well when the pimple is "ripe". Besides that, I loved how sticky the patches are, and because they're thin they blend into the skin better, I would almost consider wearing them during the day, too. However, I have very light skin, and these patches happen to match my skin tone almost perfectly. They're also more affordable than my usual brand. -
PanOxyl PM Overnight Spot Patches
I got a 10-patch sample of these patches, and waited for the right pimple to pop out to test them. I tested two patches on two different pimples, one was small and white (about to burst), one was slightly bigger, red and angry, but not mature yet... +
I got a 10-patch sample of these patches, and waited for the right pimple to pop out to test them. I tested two patches on two different pimples, one was small and white (about to burst), one was slightly bigger, red and angry, but not mature yet. The white one almost completely disappeared, although I didn't notice any pus on it when I removed it. The red one maaaybe shrank a little bit, but it's still there. This is comparable to other overnight patches I've used, and most only work well when the pimple is "ripe". Besides that, I loved how sticky the patches are, and because they're thin they blend into the skin better, I would almost consider wearing them during the day, too. However, I have very light skin, and these patches happen to match my skin tone almost perfectly. They're also more affordable than my usual brand. -
DAP Alex® Ultra Advanced Latex Sealant
Living in an older house means there are always things to fix. We try to tackle any smaller painting jobs ourselves. Since Butterly sent me this DAP Alex Ultra advanced anti-shrink sealant for free, I decided to tackle a closet that had some cracks... +
Living in an older house means there are always things to fix. We try to tackle any smaller painting jobs ourselves. Since Butterly sent me this DAP Alex Ultra advanced anti-shrink sealant for free, I decided to tackle a closet that had some cracks and a wall that needed to be painted. This sealant is an acrylic latex type, so it's perfect for interior paint projects. Since the closet that I was working on is in my daughter's bedroom, I appreciated that the sealant has low odour, but I still recommend ventilating the area while working with it. It was coming out smoothly and I managed to get nice clean lines everywhere I applied it. And I really love that I could paint over it almost immediately (in just 15 minutes). There's a lot of it left and I will definitely be using it again for other projects. -
Philips Facial Hair Remover Series 5000
This is a cool little device. I used it to remove some peach fuzz, a few stray hairs between my eyebrows that were too thin for tweezers, and some leftover hairs on my upper lip. It removes everything, with no pinching or irritation. I actually had... +
This is a cool little device. I used it to remove some peach fuzz, a few stray hairs between my eyebrows that were too thin for tweezers, and some leftover hairs on my upper lip. It removes everything, with no pinching or irritation. I actually had to check if it removed the hair, because I didn't feel a thing. With peach fuzz gone, makeup goes on much smoother. The device has a built-in LED light that really highlights the area you're working on, and it's great for a dim washroom like mine. It also has a tiny mirror in the cap that's great if you need to remove a few hairs on the go (it happens). It's quite compact and great to bring along, and I found another great use for it - if you ever miss a spot when shaving your legs and only realize it, let's say once you're at the pool, this little device can remove the hairs. It happened to me so many times, and I'm glad I now have a solution for it that doesn't involve bringing a razor. It's not its intended use, but I love a good multifunctional device. The box also includes a mini brush for cleaning and a good battery (Philips, of course). And this may be silly, but I'm glad it's not pink like so many other women's products. -
Nair Prep & Smooth Face Hair Remover Cream Coconut Milk
It's been a while since I've used a hair removal cream, so I had hoped that they'd improved in the meantime. Alas, the only improvement I saw in this particular one is the applicator. I could apply the cream without touching it or using a tiny... +
It's been a while since I've used a hair removal cream, so I had hoped that they'd improved in the meantime. Alas, the only improvement I saw in this particular one is the applicator. I could apply the cream without touching it or using a tiny spatula that always gets lost, so I liked that. Since this is a cream for facial hair, the applicator still needs some work, as it could be more precise. The cream should be on for 5-10 minutes. I used it on the upper lip hairs and left it on for 8.5 minutes. In this time it removed most hair, but not all. Wiping it off with a damp cotton pad didn't remove the hair well, so I had to scrub it off a bit more roughly. This removed the hair, but irritated the skin somewhat, which became red. I have to note that the cream itself didn't irritate my skin (I did a patch test), it was the scrubbing during removal that caused the irritation. The redness went away within an hour. Another aspect I didn't love is the scent. This cream still has that strong chemical scent that I'm familiar with. If anything, it smelled stronger than some other creams, but that could be because I used it right under my nose. I powered through it, but didn't enjoy the process. Overall, I still recommend the cream, as it is effective. Just know what to expect - a strong smell, some leftover hairs and slight irritation in some cases. -
Kinetic Sand Super Sandisfying Playset
Kinetic sand is something we always have on hand, and we play with it both indoors (it's vacuums well) and outdoors. The set contains three colours of kinetic sand and 10 tools and molds. We prefer to play with one colour at a time, because once... +
Kinetic sand is something we always have on hand, and we play with it both indoors (it's vacuums well) and outdoors. The set contains three colours of kinetic sand and 10 tools and molds. We prefer to play with one colour at a time, because once they mix they're not as bright. The molds are great in this set and not too hard to use for my 4 year old. The three special cutters are a bit harder for her, as they require more force, but she loves seeing the sand pop out - for these cutters I recommend using more than one colour for better effects (. I like the little tool that makes a hole, it's simple, easy to use and fun for little ones, since they can then fill the hole with something. Overall, it's a great set, but I will love using it more with a bigger quantity of one colour of the sand. The tools seem to be durable and can definitely last for years and can be used for other things as well (like play dough). -
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