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Sambucol Black Elderberry Immunity + Cold and Flu Relief Gummies
I really enjoyed these gummies! They are really tasty! They’re low in sugar but the elderberries make them sweet enough! You don’t feel like you’re just eating candy and tricking yourself. The texture was interesting. Not solid gelatin... +
I really enjoyed these gummies! They are really tasty! They’re low in sugar but the elderberries make them sweet enough! You don’t feel like you’re just eating candy and tricking yourself.
The texture was interesting. Not solid gelatin like most fruit gummies, these are pectin based and you can tell the difference. It’s hard to describe - not grainy, but they came apart easily when chewed? They didn’t get stuck in my teeth, which was a huge plus.
Did it give me an immunity boost? Hard to say. I was getting over a cold at the time of testing, and I did find that my symptoms were a bit better the day after I had one. Even if that was just a placebo effect, I’ll take it! It’s a delicious way to get an extra boost of zinc and vitamin C!
- Product received for free from Butterly.com in exchange for an honest review.
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Kinetic Sand Snowy Surprise
I love the creative play that Kinetic Sand offers, and this set is a cute extension of that. The mystery aspect of the character you get adds some extra fun. The sand itself is a lovely texture - very soft with a slight glittery sparkle to it... +
I love the creative play that Kinetic Sand offers, and this set is a cute extension of that. The mystery aspect of the character you get adds some extra fun. The sand itself is a lovely texture - very soft with a slight glittery sparkle to it. Very much like magical snow! It has a lot of mold options, with the mountain itself and the sled on the lid. The bottom of the little figure (we got the reindeer!) has a cute little stamp of a tree and stars. I found it a bit tricky to get the sand out of the molds all in one piece. Parts of the sled are very thin. My kids really enjoy this and have incorporated it into many other games.
My only gripe is the mess. If you can keep it contained then it’s great. Otherwise, expect this sticky sand to travel. When the play has gotten a little too adventurous, I have found that it can be difficult to vacuum this sand up out of carpet. It has the potential to be very messy, but such is the cost of creativity!
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PADERNO Non-Stick Champagne Frypan, 31.5-cm
I was very excited to try out this frypan. It has a beautiful colour and finish. It is light and easy to use for its size. It heats up quickly and evenly on my glass stovetop. The non-stick finish is outstanding. Cooking and cleaning are an... +
I was very excited to try out this frypan. It has a beautiful colour and finish. It is light and easy to use for its size. It heats up quickly and evenly on my glass stovetop. The non-stick finish is outstanding. Cooking and cleaning are an absolute breeze with this frypan. Everything slid right off with minimal effort. I didn’t have the chance to try it in the oven, but its stovetop performance leaves me confident. A great addition to any kitchen! -
Aveeno® Tone + Texture Renewing Body Scrub
Another hit from Aveeno! This body scrub is a welcome addition to any shower. It’s fragrance free, so great for anyone with chemical or scent sensitivities. I like to take very warm showers, so some of my past experiences with exfoliators... +
Another hit from Aveeno! This body scrub is a welcome addition to any shower. It’s fragrance free, so great for anyone with chemical or scent sensitivities.
I like to take very warm showers, so some of my past experiences with exfoliators and body scrubs have left me feeling like I’ve been wandering the desert for too many days. With this scrub, I never needed to use any lotion. It left my skin feeling incredibly smooth and also well nourished.
This will be a go-to choice for me now!
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Aveeno® Positively Radiant® Gel Moisturizer
Aveeno products deliver so well and this moisturizer fits the bill. It’s an effective moisturizer that doesn’t go on greasy or too thick. A little goes a long way with the hyaluronic acid. It has the luminescent attributes of the Positively... +
Aveeno products deliver so well and this moisturizer fits the bill. It’s an effective moisturizer that doesn’t go on greasy or too thick. A little goes a long way with the hyaluronic acid. It has the luminescent attributes of the Positively Radiant line that give your skin a literal glow up. Since I already regularly use the Positively Radiant daily moisturizer I didn’t notice as much of a change as others making the switch might, but my skin felt consistently nourished and tone maintained. I prefer a daily moisturizer with sunscreen (like the one I regularly use) so I wouldn’t opt to use this one during the day, but it would make for a great night cream. A deep nourishing moisturizer that left my skin feeling healthy and soft. -
NOMA Advanced Evertough Christmas Lights, 70 LED Lights, Multi-colour
These lights feel really well constructed. The cord is tough and the lights being one plastic piece makes me less concerned about any breakage. I don’t have any doubt that they would withstand harsh winter weather. These lights are BRIGHT!... +
These lights feel really well constructed. The cord is tough and the lights being one plastic piece makes me less concerned about any breakage. I don’t have any doubt that they would withstand harsh winter weather.
These lights are BRIGHT! The colours are so vibrant. I could only do a small railing of my home with this strand, but the impact was huge. Covering your whole house with these lights would definitely approach Griswold levels.
If you’re looking to invest in lights that will last, and bring holiday joy for years to come, these are a great choice!!
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Paw Patrol Observatory Playset
The kids lost their minds when this play set showed up. They love Paw Patrol and are excited for the new movie, so having a chance to explore some of it through play ahead of time was very exciting. This set incorporates a lot of different... +
The kids lost their minds when this play set showed up. They love Paw Patrol and are excited for the new movie, so having a chance to explore some of it through play ahead of time was very exciting. This set incorporates a lot of different elements without having a huge footprint. It was really easy to assemble, and the moving parts are not too complicated for kids under 5. It seems of good quality and durable enough to withstand vigorous play. I love that it comes with two heroes (Chase and Skye) and two bad guys (Vee and Mayor Humdinger). Having Mayor Humdinger in particular was a welcome addition - we enjoy his ridiculousness! Too often these kinds of sets only come with one character, which can really stall the play potential if you don’t have more figures already. This set is ready to go for all kinds of creative scenario play. The open design makes it very easy to incorporate other figures too. This toy was a huge hit, and I suspect the jail cell will fill up quickly with the Mighty Pups on the case! -
Children's TYLENOL® Liquid Suspension
Children’s Tylenol is always a fast and effective reliever of pain. When my kids get growing pains or fever, it makes a big difference to have something that brings them comfort fast. It’s even better when they enjoy the taste, so you don’t... +
Children’s Tylenol is always a fast and effective reliever of pain. When my kids get growing pains or fever, it makes a big difference to have something that brings them comfort fast. It’s even better when they enjoy the taste, so you don’t have to fight them about taking it. The grape flavour was a hit. I would personally opt for a dye-free formula - it only takes one middle-of-the-night med spill to see the value in a dye-free option. That’s my only point of criticism. Children’s Tylenol will always be a go-to in our home! -
Bai Antioxidant Infusion Molokai Coconut
This drink was delicious! Not overly sweet or with the aftertaste that often comes from sugar alternatives. Naturally sourced sweeteners! The coconut flavour made me think of tropical vacations. Add the fact that it’s caffeinated and that... +
This drink was delicious! Not overly sweet or with the aftertaste that often comes from sugar alternatives. Naturally sourced sweeteners! The coconut flavour made me think of tropical vacations.
Add the fact that it’s caffeinated and that keeps this busy mama going! With 65g of caffeine, you’re going to get a good dose of energy without it hitting as hard as an energy drink. Plus this one comes with the added benefit of some antioxidants!
Refreshing, flavourful, and energizing. It really was a bit of paradise in a bottle! I look forward to trying other flavours!
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Nair Prep & Smooth Face Hair Remover Cream Watermelon
I have very sensitive skin on my face, and have had a hard time with hair removal creams in the past. I wasn’t sure how this one would go. I really like the applicator tip. It allows for an easy application with next to no mess. It smelled... +
I have very sensitive skin on my face, and have had a hard time with hair removal creams in the past. I wasn’t sure how this one would go. I really like the applicator tip. It allows for an easy application with next to no mess. It smelled great. I used it on my upper lip and slightly onto my cheek (one stubborn spot). My skin was very smooth after and I felt that my tone was more even. It had no problem getting those finer hairs, including the “peach fuzz”.
Unfortunately, it did start to bother my skin. I was not able to have it on beyond the minimum time frame, which was not long enough to be effective on some of the coarser hairs. I still needed to go over with some tweezers after removal. My skin also felt very raw/sensitive in some parts for a day or two afterwards. Compared to other creams (not face specific) it was a much milder reaction than I have had previously.
This cream is a good way to quickly clean up some unwanted hairs, but may be best used in conjunction with other methods rather than a one-stop solution for those with sensitive skin.
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