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Member Since: December 13, 2009Reviews
Baby Dove Rich Moisture Tip to Toe Wash
The best thing about this baby wash is the easy-rinsing formulation! This soap rinsed quickly from my baby's skin and hair, which obviously makes bath time that much easier. It actually rinses so easily that found it better to frequently apply... +
The best thing about this baby wash is the easy-rinsing formulation! This soap rinsed quickly from my baby's skin and hair, which obviously makes bath time that much easier. It actually rinses so easily that found it better to frequently apply small amounts to my wash cloth, rather than a large amount all at once, as I'm used to (the latter method would be quite wasteful). It doesn't lather up really thick, but does lather enough that it glides on the skin smoothly.
As far as its moisturizing ability, I don't think this product is spectacular. It didn't dry out my baby's skin, by any means, but did not provide the lasting "Rich Moisture" I was hoping for. We definitely couldn't go without oil or lotion after her bath.
Lastly, this wash has a surprisingly strong fragrance. It is pleasant, but I think it could be a little lighter.
I loved trying this product and loved that I #gotitfree from the Product Review Club!
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OxiClean™ MaxForce™ Foam Laundry Pre-Treater
I'm impressed! I tried this on a pair of pants that I thought were ruined with old brown stains (soy sauce, perhaps??). The stains were set in and the pants had been laundered several times, but remained stained with brown spots. I applied a small... +
I'm impressed! I tried this on a pair of pants that I thought were ruined with old brown stains (soy sauce, perhaps??). The stains were set in and the pants had been laundered several times, but remained stained with brown spots. I applied a small amount of foam to the stains and let it sit for a few hours (my needy infant did not permit me to massage it in as directed). When I went to throw them in the wash, I could see the stain had spread over the area of wetness. After regular washing and drying, the stains are very much improved! I can still see a light brown shadow of what was once obvious staining, but it is lighter and more dispersed. So, practically invisible on my grey pants. My husband hates these pants and desperately searched for evidence of the old stain so they couldn't be salvaged, but... too bad for him, they're going back in my closet!
I'm going to try this on an unfortunate ketchup stain on my favorite white jeans next... Fingers crossed!
Definitely try this product before tossing any clothes you think are wrecked!
Thank you Chick Advisor! So glad I #gotitfree so I can try to save some favorite articles of clothing!
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OxiClean™ Colour Shield Laundry Stain Remover Powder
This stain remover did a pretty good job. I really put it to the test and used it in a load of slippers, cleaning rags and steam mop pads. Everything came out pretty clean, except the mop heads, which are heavily stained and have been laundered many... +
This stain remover did a pretty good job. I really put it to the test and used it in a load of slippers, cleaning rags and steam mop pads. Everything came out pretty clean, except the mop heads, which are heavily stained and have been laundered many times without ever coming perfectly clean.
I like the smell and it rinsed clean in my HE top-load washing machine on the 'colors' temperature setting (which is somewhere between cold and warm, apparently).
I didn't have time to try this product more than once, but plan to use it in place of my regular stain remover for my next load of baby clothes -- fellows mamas out there will understand that this is a true test of stain-fighting ability! Stayed tuned for an update :)
Thank you Chick Advisor for choosing me to review this product. #gotitfree
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Dove Refresh + Care Volume & Fullness Dry Shampoo
APPLICATION: I've tried a few different dry shampoos and my main complaint is that they leave a visible haze in my brownish-black hair. I was excited to try Dove's new dry shampoo, hoping for a different result. My hair did look a shade lighter... +
APPLICATION: I've tried a few different dry shampoos and my main complaint is that they leave a visible haze in my brownish-black hair. I was excited to try Dove's new dry shampoo, hoping for a different result. My hair did look a shade lighter, but the product blended okay considering that I used quite a bit on my three-day-dirty hair. I didn't get an uneven cloudy appearance, but I did have to work at it a bit. I massaged it in with my fingertips and rubbed my scalp with my palms, then (reluctantly) used my paddle brush to work it out from the roots. It did leave residue on my brush :(
DELIVERY: It sprays evenly - one brand I tried in the past spray inconsistently, alternating puffs of air with puffs of powder. It comes out pretty heavy, so make sure to hold it a good 20-30cm away from the scalp, as directed. But the spray was pretty well-dispersed, so that helps the blending.
EFFECTIVENESS: As far as effectiveness, I was pleased with the results. My hair looked cleaner, for sure, throughout the day I applied it as well as through the next day. I didn't have time to test this product for it's styling aid properties, but judging by my bedhead on the second day, I think it would work pretty well for teasing and such. My hair was definitely less shiny than it normally is, but it didn't completely kill the glare.
CLEAN UP: Lastly, whenever I use spray-in hair products, I dread the film that can deposit itself on every surface below my neck. I was pleasantly surprised that I didn't see a lot of this dry shampoo on my vanity/toothbrush/faucet/cabinets/toilet/floor/etc. However, I felt like I *had* to wash my face after application, so I recommend doing your hair before your makeup if you're using this dry shampoo.
OTHER NOTES: Okay so here's one thing I did notice about this dry shampoo... and it's not great news. I have one grey hair. It's just above my left temple, about 2cm back from my hairline, and I feel like it's not always that visible (unless I part my hair there by mistake). But the Dove dry shampoo really seemed to accentuate it! I could see it right away and it haunted me for two days!
This product is lightly perfumed. I didn't find the fragrance offensive, but I didn't think it added anything spectacular. It wouldn't be my first choice if I could choose a scent for my hair.
LAST WORD: If it comes in a shade for dark hair, I would definitely buy that in the future.
I received this item from ChickAdvisor's Product Review Club to try and review for free. Thank you!
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Dove Nutritive Solutions Coconut & Hydration Conditioner
I take my conditioner seriously because I have long, thick hair. Three main points I consider: -Thickness: this conditioner is thick and creamy, and I could spread it through my hair before it washed away. -Detangling ability: I could finger-comb... +
I take my conditioner seriously because I have long, thick hair. Three main points I consider:
-Thickness: this conditioner is thick and creamy, and I could spread it through my hair before it washed away.
-Detangling ability: I could finger-comb my hair in the shower, and my hairfall while combing it out after towel-drying was not more than average.
-Smoothness after drying: my hair was smooth enough that my ponytail holders kept sliding out!
Also noteworthy: My hair was nice and shiny after using this shampoo/conditioner combo!
This conditioner didn't have as much coconut scent as I was hoping, but still smells really nice.
For these results at this price point, I will definitely be buying this again.
I was given this product to sample for the Product Review Club. Thanks!
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Dove Nutritive Solutions Coconut & Hydration Shampoo
I was really impressed with this shampoo! Unfortunately, due to a late arrival, I was only able to try this shampoo once before reviewing. But my hair was 3 days dirty and put it to the test. I shampooed twice, as per usual (I have long, thick... +
I was really impressed with this shampoo! Unfortunately, due to a late arrival, I was only able to try this shampoo once before reviewing. But my hair was 3 days dirty and put it to the test. I shampooed twice, as per usual (I have long, thick hair, so I target the top of my head and crown the first wash, and the sides and back in the second wash). I could tell right away that my hair was super clean! It lathers nicely and rinses quickly.
It has a nice fragrance, although not as coconut-y as I would like!
I'm not sure if it was the shampoo, the conditioner or the combination, but my hair (which is normally pretty shiny), had a definite glare coming off of it!
For these results at this price point, I will definitely be buying this again.
I was given this product to sample for the Product Review Club. Thank you!
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Nivea Creme
This crème was nothing special, for me. My hands are prone to dryness, and especially so lately because I have an infant and I'm changing lots of diapers and washing my hands lots. I was excited to try it, but it wasn't as helpful as I was... +
This crème was nothing special, for me. My hands are prone to dryness, and especially so lately because I have an infant and I'm changing lots of diapers and washing my hands lots. I was excited to try it, but it wasn't as helpful as I was hoping.
It looks really thick, but it is easy to apply ad spreads smoothly, which I liked. For moisturization, it was good. Not great, but it kept my hands from cracking until the next wash. It didn't heal damaged areas as well as some creams I've tried, either. Lastly, the thing I disliked most was the greasiness on my hands after application. My hair would stick to my hands. I would leave fingerprints on everything. I avoided touching anything for a while.
Also, I liked the size of the little tin I received for free, and thought it would be nice to carry in my purse, but the lid didn't stay on well enough. :( Maybe it was just mine, though.
Thank you to Chick Advisor and the Product Review Club for giving me this product to try!
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NIVEA Creme Care All-in-One Facial Cleansing Lotion
I wasn't really sure what to think of or expect from this product when I got it. It's a lotion? It's a cleanser? Whaaa...? Anyways, once I read the directions... You massage it over your dry face, then either wipe it away with a cotton pad or... +
I wasn't really sure what to think of or expect from this product when I got it. It's a lotion? It's a cleanser? Whaaa...? Anyways, once I read the directions...
You massage it over your dry face, then either wipe it away with a cotton pad or rinse with water. I tried both, and found that I liked wiping my face with a hot washcloth afterwards, instead. However, if I was wearing lots of makeup, it came off on my face cloth and that made me cringe (stains! Ahh!). It's nice a smooth to apply - when I had time, I gave myself a little face massage, which I don't do with my regular cleanser, while I'm leaning over the sink. It is easy to use and doesn't require mopping up the bathroom vanity afterwards, if you wipe with cotton pads (I'm a splashy face-washer).
I usually use a cleanser with tea tree oil, to help keep my breakouts at bay. In the week or so that I used this product and the Nivea Facial Cleansing Wipes, I did see some blemishes popping up. It may have just been coincidence, but for this reason, I will stick with my regular cleanser.
What I liked: cleansed my skin without drying my face!
What I disliked: not the best cleanser I've used -- remnants of my eye makeup where left behind.
Suggested uses: light makeup days; dry skin; spot removal (i.e., makeup mistakes).
Thank you to Chick Advisor and the Product Review Club for giving me this product to try!
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NIVEA Essential Lip Balm
I have needy lips, unfortunately, and have to apply lip balm several times a day (if I'm using anything other than my go-to product). I'm always hoping for a product that provides longer-lasting moisture, but this was not it. That being said, I... +
I have needy lips, unfortunately, and have to apply lip balm several times a day (if I'm using anything other than my go-to product). I'm always hoping for a product that provides longer-lasting moisture, but this was not it. That being said, I didn't need to use it any more often than usual, so that's good!
It feels really nice on my lips. Smooth, but not greasy. I did not have any chapping in the week or so that I used this product almost exclusively.
It has a light, sweet smell... like a London Fog, in my opinion! I really like the smell.
Normally, I swear by Blistex Lip Medex. But I would buy this again as an alternative. And I would buy it to use on my daughter, because it doesn't have that menthol burn like Blistex.
I received this product free to try from the Product Review Club. Thank you Chick Advisor!
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NIVEA Creme Care Facial Cleansing Wipes
I liked using these wipes for days when I hadn't put on any makeup, or very little. They didn't remove all of my makeup following a regular application, especially leaving behind mascara smudges. But, they are super quick and easy to clean and... +
I liked using these wipes for days when I hadn't put on any makeup, or very little. They didn't remove all of my makeup following a regular application, especially leaving behind mascara smudges. But, they are super quick and easy to clean and freshen up your skin.
They are sufficiently moist so you don't have to scrub really hard. They have a smooth side and a textured side to suit your preferences, both feel nice.
They have a light fragrance that isn't unpleasant, but I could have done without it.
Also wanted to note that every time I opened the package, I had a hard time resealing it without wrinkles! If it was a larger pack, I would have been worried about them drying out over time.
I think the effectiveness is about average for these types of wipes that I've tried. While I wouldn't avoid this product, it wouldn't be my top choice either.
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