Terrycb
Member Since: September 25, 2013Reviews
Irish Spring Aloe Mist Body Wash
I received this product, free of charge, as a participant of the at home testing program through Butterly. I have used Irish Spring in the past, and have always loved the tradtional Irish Spring scent. But, I am now converted, to the new Aloe... +
I received this product, free of charge, as a participant of the at home testing program through Butterly. I have used Irish Spring in the past, and have always loved the tradtional Irish Spring scent. But, I am now converted, to the new Aloe scent. Clean smelling, without being perfumy. A great scent for any gender identity. A new scent for a proven and trusted bathing and showering product. Feeling fresh and clean, throughout the entire day, guaranteed. It didn't dry the skin out either, like many shower gels tend to do. -
Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair® Retinol Oil
I received this product as part of a trial from The Chick Advisors home testing and review program. I went into this testing period with a blank slate, not having used a product like this before, and I must say that I am pleasant surprised at how... +
I received this product as part of a trial from The Chick Advisors home testing and review program.
I went into this testing period with a blank slate, not having used a product like this before, and I must say that I am pleasant surprised at how it has revitalized my skin, and made some of my lines and unevenness a bit less noticeable.
Although I think a 1 week testing period is a bit too short to properly review this, I think based on what I have noticed so far, that over a period of a few weeks, the benefits will be much more noticable.
I started out with a few major deep lines, a few minor to mild lines, and some patches of unevenness in skin tone and texture that I was hoping to improve upon with a steady routine of this product.
After 7 days I can honestly say that I truly feel a difference in my skin, and my skin by all feeling and appearance truly does look healthier and less age-lined. It is noticeable by others as well as I have received compliments on my new glowing appearance.
My lines have not disappeared, and I honestly did not think they would, but they have definitely softened, and are less noticeable, and my uneven skin texture has definitely softened and became smoother. The uneven tone is still present to me, but others say they do not even notice it, even when I draw attention to the specific area.
I am definitely a believer in the benefit of this regime, using cleanser first, and then a thorough application of this product. But, it is not something you can just use for a few days, then skip for a few and go back to later. Once you start, you must continue to use this product daily to see the maximum benefit.
It is now proudly a part of my facial regime. Even if I am the only one that notices the difference, it is worth it to me personally.
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Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Prep Cleanser
I received this product as part of the Chick Advisor Home Testing and Review program. I was hesitant at first, but given time I saw the benefits of the usage of this product, combined with another product as part of the trial. The cleanser was... +
I received this product as part of the Chick Advisor Home Testing and Review program.
I was hesitant at first, but given time I saw the benefits of the usage of this product, combined with another product as part of the trial.
The cleanser was perhaps the most impressive part of this test. I was prepared for a chemical type feeling of clean after using this product, but instead was present with healthy, fresh, glowing, and clean feeling skin, with no residue or grit left behind after rinsing off the cleanser. There was almost a new tingle to my skin, but that was from rubbing it in circular motions onto the skin during the application process.
This cleanser was able to deep clean my skin to new levels that regular face cloth and mild soap had never done before. It was a refreshing experience, and one that I will gladly make part of my regular routine now.
All my hesitancy is gone, this product is a keeper, as part of a healthy facial routine.
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Knorr Taste of Lebanon Za'atar Seasoning Blend
I was provided this complementary sample as part of the Family Rated Sampling and Review program, and I honestly can say, this was a delight to use and review. I cook a lot of the traditional "land of cedar" recipes as my friends will call it. I... +
I was provided this complementary sample as part of the Family Rated Sampling and Review program, and I honestly can say, this was a delight to use and review.
I cook a lot of the traditional "land of cedar" recipes as my friends will call it. I am not Lebanese by birth, but I have embraced it's culture and traditions in my culinary skills.
I used this spice in my cooking of Hashweh. Hashweh (which translates to stuffing) is a traditional Lebanese rice dish made with ground beef or lamb, pine nuts and dates, seasoned with an aromatic blend of baking spices. This time rather than having to combine and blend all the spices myself, I used this mix, as is, 1:1 for my recipe, and I was NOT disappointed.
All the traditional notes and flavors were present, and well balanced. Sure it was not exactly the same as my own... but it was all the elements I would expect in my own combination, and it was the closest and most authentic blend I have ever been able to come by. Nice to know that it is now available in a pre-blended format for the culinary artists' convenience. It takes out the guess work of trying to remember to have all the elements represented in your creation.
I definitely will be buying more of this, just to have on hand in a pinch, and I have already told many others about it. Now they know my secret spice blend that goes in my cabbage rolls, not to mention my stuffed grape leaves.
Sure, it will never be as good as my own combination, but it is truly the closest thing to perfection on the market.
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Knorr Taste of India Garam Masala Seasoning Blend
I received this free trial as part of the Family Rate Sampler Program! I was skeptical as I always mill and combine my own spices for this exact type of mixture, but no more! From now on, when I need the spice in a pinch, I will be picking up the... +
I received this free trial as part of the Family Rate Sampler Program! I was skeptical as I always mill and combine my own spices for this exact type of mixture, but no more! From now on, when I need the spice in a pinch, I will be picking up the Garam Marsala spice blend as made by Knorr.
I was over impressed in using this in my Butter Chicken Recipe, as well as a few other tried and true recipes I have always used my own in previously.
Although this is milder than my own blend, it still has the warmth which is what the masala is all about. The notes of all the traditional spices are present, and starting with your usual measure of spice in your favorite recipe is a great start, and then adding more to amplify the spice intensity is an easy fix for those thinking it will be mild.
The spices have obviously been combined freshly after milling, and the freshness is still present when the package is first opened, and the notes of all the spices hit your olfactory senses.
Great job, and thank you for making this such a time saver in the kitchen.
This spice would also be excellent in many other of my dishes that require a garam blend for it's spice combo. I can't wait to try it in my African Peanut Stew.
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PowerBar Plant Protein Cashew, Salted Caramel and Dark Chocolate
I received two of these bars as a sampler pack from the XY Stuff home review team. I thought these would be different when I seen the word Chocolate in their item description, and I'kk be honest, it was not what I was expecting. They taste the... +
I received two of these bars as a sampler pack from the XY Stuff home review team. I thought these would be different when I seen the word Chocolate in their item description, and I'kk be honest, it was not what I was expecting.
They taste the exact same as their other products, the only difference being that these contain cashews, and the others had almonds. I am not sure why but to me it tasted stale. Perhaps that is just the flavor of the cashews coming through. The bar did not have the taste profile I was expecting, and perhaps that set the tone that I did not enjoy the bar as much as I thought I would.
I'm not sure where the chocolate was supposed to be in the bar, but all I had was one small dribble on one end, and therefor most of my bar was just the granola part of it, not giving me much opportunity to rate the bar based on it's chocolate content.
Not all bars are for everyone's personal preference, this one missed the mark with mine. I did not know what to expect before eating this product, however, I finished feeling disappointed and expecting more taste and a better texture. This bar reminded me of the asian inspired Sesame Snaps I used to buy.
I honestly am not decided if I would buy this again.
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PowerBar Plant Protein Almond, Sea Salt and Dark Chocolate
I received 2 samples of this product through the XY Stuff review club. I was skeptical when the words Plant Protein were used in the description, but I was not disappointed. All the tastes I expected were present, the chocolate is a good taste... +
I received 2 samples of this product through the XY Stuff review club. I was skeptical when the words Plant Protein were used in the description, but I was not disappointed.
All the tastes I expected were present, the chocolate is a good taste, although slightly waxy in texture, the sea salt can be tasted, although not over powering, and the almonds taste comes through in every bite.
If someone gave you a regular chocolate almond snack bar, and then one of these, you would never know you are getting extra energy and protein from this one, because the benefits are well disguised as a regular bar.
Like all granola bars, and energy bars, they will never replace an actual chocolate bar, but the taste of the bar is just the same as what you would expect from one. except with a little more crunchy parts.
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Seventh Generation Multi-Surface Cleaner - Lemongrass Citrus Scent
I love the fresh scent of this product. What smell it leaves makes up for the slight residue and streaking it leaves behind. I purposely used this on some common cleaning areas in the kitchen, like finger prints on the stainless steel, food... +
I love the fresh scent of this product. What smell it leaves makes up for the slight residue and streaking it leaves behind. I purposely used this on some common cleaning areas in the kitchen, like finger prints on the stainless steel, food splatters around the glasstop stove, and spills and sprays on the backsplash. In all instances, it cleaned well, but when it comes to surfaces that need to be streak free, sadly it lacked behind the competitors products I have used in the past. It did leave some streaking in all cases, but nothing a clean cloth and some windex could not fix.
I received this product as a free trial from Seventh Generation. #gotitfree, it did work, but just not 100% that I have expected other established brand cleaners to do in the past.
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Seventh Generation Dishwasher Detergent Packs - Lemon (20ct)
I don't know what my expectations were, but they were mostly met. They just did not clean as effectively as other established brands I have used though. In my house we eat a lot of tomato based sauces on pastas and meats. If the tomato sauce was... +
I don't know what my expectations were, but they were mostly met. They just did not clean as effectively as other established brands I have used though. In my house we eat a lot of tomato based sauces on pastas and meats. If the tomato sauce was fresh, it was no problem for the dishwashing pods to do their job, but if it happened to be dried on, food remnants remained on the dishes after their cycle. It cleaned the glassware okay though, and did not spot the silver. But for big plates and casserole dishes, it only did half the job that other products have done better with.
I received this product through Seventh Generation as a free trial #gotitfree . One pod did not disolve properly but it might have just been a flaw in it's production line.
The one thing I did find appeal was the lemon fresh scent it leaves behind.
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Seventh Generation Laundry Detergent Packs - Citrus & Cedar Scent (45ct)
These pods do what you would expect them to. The clothes come out clean, and with a very subtle hint of scent, sadly it disipates during drying, I was expecting a stronger scent to last. The clothes were fresh smelling, and clean, and that is what... +
These pods do what you would expect them to. The clothes come out clean, and with a very subtle hint of scent, sadly it disipates during drying, I was expecting a stronger scent to last. The clothes were fresh smelling, and clean, and that is what I hoped for and received.
I received these as a free trial through the #gotitfree program at Seventh Generation.
I am still undecided on whether to buy these in the future or not, just becasuse I have other products that I have always used that also contain bleach and fabric softener that I am accustomed to.
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