xBrittany
Member Since: December 22, 2015Reviews
Magic Bullet Single Shot
Worked great for the first few months. I made smoothies everyday, and it was all blended perfectly. Easy to make gazpacho soup in and guacamole. LOVE the convenience and easy clean up - it's a dream. However, at the end of the third month of using... +
Worked great for the first few months. I made smoothies everyday, and it was all blended perfectly. Easy to make gazpacho soup in and guacamole. LOVE the convenience and easy clean up - it's a dream. However, at the end of the third month of using it, it went on the fritz and is hard to turn on. When it does turn on and blends, it doesn't turn off. Now it's pretty much unusable.
Got this as a gift, and had wanted it forever. Met all my expectations, until it broke so soon. Definitely worth investing in an actual blender...the convenience is great, but it costs you in the long end.
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Q-tips Cotton Swabs
Who doesn't love the feeling of a Q-tip in their ears, wiping away all the waxy gross stuff?? It's the best! But these are also great for makeup removal, makeup correction, and removing nail polish. You can also get creative and use them for a last... +
Who doesn't love the feeling of a Q-tip in their ears, wiping away all the waxy gross stuff?? It's the best! But these are also great for makeup removal, makeup correction, and removing nail polish. You can also get creative and use them for a last minute school project, or for cleaning sink grime. -
Niagara Outlet Mall
A huge outlet mall that is outdoors and allows you to get much-needed fresh air while you shop. Unfortunately, this is a negative during the winter seasons, and when it's raining out or too hot. There is a huge variety of stores here, and lots of... +
A huge outlet mall that is outdoors and allows you to get much-needed fresh air while you shop. Unfortunately, this is a negative during the winter seasons, and when it's raining out or too hot.
There is a huge variety of stores here, and lots of food selections (which a lot of outlets here in the Niagara region lack). The prices aren't as great as the other outlet mall, but it's still pretty good as designer brands are affordable. It's easy to get a little lost, but that's never a bad thing when it comes to shopping... unless your little kid runs off. Regardless, a great environment for families, singles, and every shopper who wants great products for a good deal.
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Claire's Accessories
Store's merchandise is often very childish, yet marketed towards teenagers and young adults. Low quality earrings and body jewelry - DO NOT get pierced here. 8 dollars for a keychain of a panda made in China. No thank you.
Store's merchandise is often very childish, yet marketed towards teenagers and young adults. Low quality earrings and body jewelry - DO NOT get pierced here. 8 dollars for a keychain of a panda made in China. No thank you. -
Victoria's Secret Stores
Victoria's Secret is a big, pretty store with such beautiful and high quality products. The sales on panties and bras are prime time to shop, as normally VS is on the pricy side of store bought lingerie. I've bought from various lingerie stores, and... +
Victoria's Secret is a big, pretty store with such beautiful and high quality products. The sales on panties and bras are prime time to shop, as normally VS is on the pricy side of store bought lingerie. I've bought from various lingerie stores, and have never had a bra fit me so well!
My favourite part of Victoria's Secret is definitely the awesome service. The staff at the Toronto Eaton Centre are so friendly, knowledgable and measure your bra size accurately, without ever making you feel uncomfortable or pressured to buy. I got fitted, and was recommended bra lines according to what I like best (very little padding, with a little lift). The best service I've ever received.
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LUSH Fresh Handmade Cosmetics
LUSH is a great brand because their products smell great, work well and are ethical. The design of the stores are well thought out and executed. Love the bath bombs. Unfortunately, with such strong and various smells, I tend to get a headache... +
LUSH is a great brand because their products smell great, work well and are ethical. The design of the stores are well thought out and executed. Love the bath bombs. Unfortunately, with such strong and various smells, I tend to get a headache whenever I'm in the store for longer than 10 minutes.
The overly-attentive and sometimes "harassing" staff grow tiring in Toronto locations. I can't go through a store without at least 4 employees coming up to me, which indicates that they want to provide a good customer experience...but are unaware of who's helped who and when not to interrupt. That being said, I have encountered employees who are clearly very knowledgeable on the brand. I appreciate how LUSH allows their employees to express themselves, by appreciating everyone's uniqueness (whether that be in hair colour, piercings, personality, etc.).
This being said, I recommend LUSH's products, but advise others to buy online instead of in-store.
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Dollarama
Not really a dollar store anymore - many products exceed 2-3 dollars. They now have a larger variety with some good finds, like name-brand nail polish. Acceptable quality chocolates, food, and hair accessories. However, if you're looking for... +
Not really a dollar store anymore - many products exceed 2-3 dollars. They now have a larger variety with some good finds, like name-brand nail polish. Acceptable quality chocolates, food, and hair accessories. However, if you're looking for cookware, beauty products, toys or anything for the home, don't bother. -
Sephora
Iconic and awesome store for makeup and hair products. A favourite of any beauty lover - whether browsing or buying. The staff is very knowledgable and helpful. I've asked them to help me choose between two products before, and they've recommended a... +
Iconic and awesome store for makeup and hair products. A favourite of any beauty lover - whether browsing or buying. The staff is very knowledgable and helpful. I've asked them to help me choose between two products before, and they've recommended a completely different one that turns out to be cheaper and of higher quality. The only negative about this store is it's often crowded, and very expensive. I'd shop there more often if they had decent sales/prices. -
Bath & Body Works
My go-to, favourite store for body wash and hand soaps! There is ALWAYS a deal at Bath & Body Works, and most of the time, it is totally worth it and you end up saving 10 or more dollars. I go here a few times a year, and stock up on the delicious... +
My go-to, favourite store for body wash and hand soaps! There is ALWAYS a deal at Bath & Body Works, and most of the time, it is totally worth it and you end up saving 10 or more dollars. I go here a few times a year, and stock up on the delicious smelling hand soaps and body washes. The hand soaps last me forever, and the fun scents/packaging encourage children to wash their hands often.
The staff is kind, and knowledgeable on their products. They are never pushy and I never feel watched or harassed upon entering the store, and browsing through their products. Stores have a sink where you can test the soaps before you purchase them - which is a great idea! Very customer oriented. Beautiful seasonal designs. There's a product for EVERYONE of any gender and age, so it's awesome for gift giving.
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Coconut Oil
Coconut oil is extremely effective and versatile! Use it for a healthier, better you. I buy it in bulk, and it's very affordable and replaces a lot of chemical daily beauty products. My favourite use of this is on the ends of my hair, for a deep... +
Coconut oil is extremely effective and versatile! Use it for a healthier, better you. I buy it in bulk, and it's very affordable and replaces a lot of chemical daily beauty products. My favourite use of this is on the ends of my hair, for a deep moisturizing treatment.
Other uses include:
- Oil pulling for stronger teeth
- Feed a little to cats and dogs to help their digestion
- Apply on pets' hair to moisturize
- Facial/body moisturizer
- Makeup remover
- Sunscreen
- Massage oil
- Lube
- Cuticle oil
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