traceymconley
Member Since: February 28, 2017Reviews
Pure Leaf Pure Matcha tea sachets
I received the Pure Leaf Matcha Tea Sachets for review. I generally drink green teas and matcha is a favourite; it can be quite a ritual to prepare and consume. These are a simple way to experience the deliciousness of matcha green tea. Compared... +
I received the Pure Leaf Matcha Tea Sachets for review. I generally drink green teas and matcha is a favourite; it can be quite a ritual to prepare and consume. These are a simple way to experience the deliciousness of matcha green tea. Compared to some of the matcha powders I've purchased and prepared these are milder (I don't want to say weaker since the flavour is there, but they aren't as full bodied as a more expensive matcha powder is). You definitely want to whisk this as directed to prepare it properly.
I found these particularly convenient for making matcha lattes (hot and chilled). I just foamed a little milk and whisked it into the prepared tea, added a little whipped cream on tip and YUM!
I would buy these again especially to take to work. It makes having a more special drink a snap and it's a LOT cheaper than buying a fancy drink at a coffee shop.
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KVD Vegan Beauty Studded Kiss Lipstick
This Kat Von D Studded Kiss Creme lipstick in Lolita is AMAZING! I love a matte lipstick but sometimes (especially in winter) my lips are dry and just can't handle a straight up matte product. This lipstick is a perfect solution, with a beautiful... +
This Kat Von D Studded Kiss Creme lipstick in Lolita is AMAZING! I love a matte lipstick but sometimes (especially in winter) my lips are dry and just can't handle a straight up matte product. This lipstick is a perfect solution, with a beautiful, creamy texture that doesn't end up looking too glossy. And the color is gorgeous, an incredible, rosy neutral that I think would be flattering on a number of different skin tones. It feels great on, not sticky or tacky, just smooth and comfortable and the longevity is pretty good too; I only reapplied once after lunch and once later on (again after eating/drinking).
This is a cruelty free and vegan product which is super important to me; I'm beyond happy that something I am ethically aligned with is so incredible as a product too! The bonus is the sexy packaging! I'll definitely be buying more colors.
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Pure Leaf Ginger with Orange Blossom pyramid tea bags
I am a tea fanatic so it was a real treat to get to try this product courtesy of Chick Advisor! This tea is so nicely packaged and smells great when you open the jar. And it doesn't disappoint! That flavour carries on into the tea. Sometimes with... +
I am a tea fanatic so it was a real treat to get to try this product courtesy of Chick Advisor!
This tea is so nicely packaged and smells great when you open the jar. And it doesn't disappoint! That flavour carries on into the tea. Sometimes with ginger teas you get an excessive "ginger burn" but I didn't find that to be the case with this tea. The ginger and orange flavours are nicely balanced making for a wonderfully tasty, soothing hot drink.
This is a perfect after dinner or before bed sipper. I will definitely be adding this flavour to my admittedly large collection of teas!
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Schwarzkopf Root Retoucher - Brown
I had the opportunity to try the Schwarzkopf root retoucher in the brown colour which was perfect because not only is my hair coloured darker than my natural colour, I've also had greys coming in since my mid twenties! This product was absolutely... +
I had the opportunity to try the Schwarzkopf root retoucher in the brown colour which was perfect because not only is my hair coloured darker than my natural colour, I've also had greys coming in since my mid twenties!
This product was absolutely amazing. The color match was dead-on (and not flat looking) and it's so easy to spray and there's no mess. You definitely cannot tell there is any sort of spray colour on your hair which is something I was worried about. It evened out my light golden brown and grey roots to where you would never know and there was no icky chemical type fragrance. I will definitely keep using this as it will allow me to go longer between actual colourings which will do wonders for the condition of my otherwise over processed hair!
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Aveeno Eczema Care Itch Relief Balm
I was fortunate to be able to try this product courtesy of Chick Advisor. As someone who not only gets very dry, sore, itchy skin in the winter but experiences patches of eczema around my ears, this was a welcome opportunity. First, this product... +
I was fortunate to be able to try this product courtesy of Chick Advisor. As someone who not only gets very dry, sore, itchy skin in the winter but experiences patches of eczema around my ears, this was a welcome opportunity.
First, this product is very moisturizing; it's a rich, thick cream that does feel like it takes awhile to absorb but, once it does it's very effective at remedying dryness. I also found it very soothing, it definitely relieved the itchy soreness of my worst dry spots. In terms of my eczema around the ears, I noticed it eliminated the sore, flaky spots completely in about 3 days.
I was happy to note that this cream is very natural and has no fragrance which in my opinion often adds to irritation. This cream is definitely going on my list of must haves, particularly in the winter when I tend to struggle with my skin.
A winner!
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Premier Protein Chocolate Shake
I received the Premier Protein shakes in Vanilla and Chocolate flavour. I wasn't a huge fan of either on their own but once I turned them into smoothies I found them pretty good! The texture of the chocolate shake wasn't too bad; I've had some... +
I received the Premier Protein shakes in Vanilla and Chocolate flavour. I wasn't a huge fan of either on their own but once I turned them into smoothies I found them pretty good!
The texture of the chocolate shake wasn't too bad; I've had some protein drinks that had a fairly chalky, grainy texture, not so much here. But I didn't find that the flavour was super authentic; I won't say totally artificial but there was something a little off. My solution was to make a peanut butter chocolate flax shake and that was delicious! Definitely a great way to get your protein! I made mine after a Pilates class and it was an indulgent feeling treat after exercising.
Overall I like these products but definitely more as a smoothie component than as a standalone drink. I do recommend you try for yourself, it's worth it.
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Premier Protein Vanilla Shake
I was fortunate to have been chosen to give the Premier Protein shakes a try in both Vanilla and Chocolate flavour. As someone who is on the go and doesn't generally take the time to eat breakfast, I thought these would be an ideal compromise. I... +
I was fortunate to have been chosen to give the Premier Protein shakes a try in both Vanilla and Chocolate flavour. As someone who is on the go and doesn't generally take the time to eat breakfast, I thought these would be an ideal compromise.
I will admit, I am not the biggest fan of these straight from the carton as a drink on their own. I find the flavour kind of weirdly fake and especially with the vanilla there was an odd aftertaste. I decided to turn the vanilla into a peach/orange smoothie and the chocolate into a peanut butter chocolate and flax smoothie. Both were delicious! My favourite in terms of smoothies was the vanilla; this flavour does lend itself nicely to additions and is great for providing you with that boost you need to start your day! I tend to like vanilla more than chocolate anyway, but I did like the chocolate peanut butter combo, it felt like a real treat!
If you are looking for a good protein product to enhance your healthy lifestyle I recommend these as a great smoothie addition!
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Satya Organic Eczema Relief
I've been using the Satya Organic Eczema Relief cream for a few days now and it's kind of miraculous! I get breakouts on my forehead and chin that are sore and red every month. Literally nothing seems to relieve them and I end up unable to wear... +
I've been using the Satya Organic Eczema Relief cream for a few days now and it's kind of miraculous! I get breakouts on my forehead and chin that are sore and red every month. Literally nothing seems to relieve them and I end up unable to wear makeup for a few days. I've been suing the eczema relief cream on these spots and in just two days have seen an amazing improvement! Not only are they going away but more importantly it is relieving the soreness and burning feeling that they cause. I admit, I was sceptical at first but this really works! I've also been using it on my lips and and on a couple of dry spots on my face and again, this is definitely healing! I love that it is all-natural and made up of such simple but effective ingredients! My only issue with the product is the packaging; I think having this in a tin that you dip into might make it easier for the product to become contaminated. Overall this is a great product that I will definitely use again! -
Make Up For Ever HD Foundation
Make Up For Ever is one of my favourite brands because they create high quality products that actually do what they are meant to. Yes, they are a little more pricey, but it's worth it for something that delivers and this foundation is no... +
Make Up For Ever is one of my favourite brands because they create high quality products that actually do what they are meant to. Yes, they are a little more pricey, but it's worth it for something that delivers and this foundation is no exception!
In my opinion, this product is a medium coverage product however I do find there is some ability to build the coverage if desired. It goes on smoothly and evenly and doesn't seem to settle in any tiny lines as the day goes on. It also has never made me break out and has pretty decent staying power. It definitely helps me achieve a nice, even, clean look that sits somewhere between natural and made up. I can't say for sure as my skin is fairly normal and occasionally dry, but I think this might not work quite as well for someone who has oily skin; they might find it a bit slick feeling.
I recommend this product to anyone wanting a good quality product that will give them an amazing base to build a make up look on!
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Kaplan MD Perfect Pout Lip Mask and Balm Duo
I tried this in the hopes that I had found a product that would help fix and prevent dryness while providing some sort of plumping result. Sadly, this wasn't it. The Lip Mask was actually unpleasant in my opinion; I found that it actually left my... +
I tried this in the hopes that I had found a product that would help fix and prevent dryness while providing some sort of plumping result. Sadly, this wasn't it.
The Lip Mask was actually unpleasant in my opinion; I found that it actually left my lips sore and drier than before I used it. The balm portion was only ok, it didn't really fix the seeming damage the mask the did and wasn't anything special in terms of moisture or plumping, in fact I didn't particularly notice any sort of change. The dryness and soreness on my lips didn't go away right away either; it took a couple of days of using a different product to rejuvenate the damage.
I have noticed on other sites that many people do like this product so I can't necessarily tell others not to try it. But for me, this was a dud and I just can't continue to use it as it is doing the opposite of what it should.
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