alexfranchuk
Member Since: September 24, 2015Reviews
Maybelline New York Brow Precise Fiber Volumizer
I received the MAYBELLINE NEW YORK BROW PRECISE FIBER VOLUMIZER to try for free from ChickAdvisor in exchange for my honest opinion and this product was seriously REVOLUTIONARY for me. I have the lightest brows ever - they are literally non existent... +
I received the MAYBELLINE NEW YORK BROW PRECISE FIBER VOLUMIZER to try for free from ChickAdvisor in exchange for my honest opinion and this product was seriously REVOLUTIONARY for me. I have the lightest brows ever - they are literally non existent without makeup - so I have to fill them in every single day. I have thought about microblading but the thought of a tattoo on my face scares me and its quite pricey. So, I have been on a decade long hunt for an easy to apply brow filler that's cost effective and efficient and I have finally found it!
I just want to say that I did use the Maybelline Brow Precise Micro Pencil with this product in order to shape my brows but that was the only other product I used. The wand is a bit too thick to shape as well as fill and volumize and the pencil worked just right! After I shaped my brows I used the fiber infused gel on the tapered spoon brush and using small upward strokes, filled in my brows! It was that easy. The color stayed so well and the gel didn't harden my brows or make them look "gelly". The product distributed evenly on my brows and there were no clumps or uneven pigmentation. It added the perfect amount of volume and color and gave me a microbladed look. That was the first thing I thought of as the hair strokes looked so natural and real.
The only thing that was difficult about this product was the spoon brush is hard to use on the tail of the eyebrow. I did end up getting product on my face the first time but after some trial and error I used the pencil instead which filled the small spots in perfectly. I would recommend this product entirely and if I could give it more then 5 stars I would. Revolutionary!!
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V8 +Energy Pomegrante Blueberry
I received the V8 +ENERGY POMEGRANTE BLUEBERRY to try for free in exchange for my honest opinion and was super excited as I have never tried or heard of this energy drink before. I drink tons of coffee but tend to stay away from energy drinks for... +
I received the V8 +ENERGY POMEGRANTE BLUEBERRY to try for free in exchange for my honest opinion and was super excited as I have never tried or heard of this energy drink before. I drink tons of coffee but tend to stay away from energy drinks for caffeine consumption purposes. V8 makes fantastic juices which I love so I had faith that this was going to be a great product and I really enjoyed it!
I drank the product yesterday at around 1:30. It was a normal day in which I woke up at the same time I always do (6:30 AM) I worked my normal 8 hour day and I only had one cup of coffee in the morning. Usually I go to bed around 10-10:30 but last night I was in bed by 9. I don't think obviously that the product made me more tired, but I definitely don't think it gave me any energy. Throughout the last few hours of my work day I didn't feel any less tired and I did not have any more energy then usually do. I find this strange because the can at 237mL is smaller then a small can of redbull which has 250mL but they both have the same amount of caffeine content per can at 80mg (equivalent to one cup of coffee!).
The taste of the drink is awesome! You can really taste the blueberry and I love that there are no artificial sweeteners, flavours or colors! I hate artificial tasting drinks and drinks that contain artificial sweetners. They have the worst aftertaste. This drink is fantastic from start to finish. It's a little bit sour but nothing to bad and It has a nice little punch to it. I love that the caffeine comes from green tea which makes me feel a lot better about drinking it. It also has a great amount of vitamins like other V18 juices and it gives you 140% of your daily intake of B12 - something I happen to be low in! Lastly, I love that the product is NOT carbonated which really makes it feel like im drinking more of a juice then an energy drink. Overall I would not purchase this product again as an energy drink but I would purchase it for the taste and price.
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Kelloggs vector protein bar trailmix
I was surprised at just how much I enjoyed the KELLOGGS VECTOR PROTEIN BAR TRAILMIX bars! Filled with wholesome goodness of sunflower seeds, cranberries, flax seeds and peanuts - this product tasted awesome. The chocolate bottom helped as well!... +
I was surprised at just how much I enjoyed the KELLOGGS VECTOR PROTEIN BAR TRAILMIX bars! Filled with wholesome goodness of sunflower seeds, cranberries, flax seeds and peanuts - this product tasted awesome. The chocolate bottom helped as well! There is 4 grams of fibre and 10 grams of protein which really made me happy but there was also 9 grams of sugar and an incredibly long ingredient list. I prefer my granola bars to have short and simple ingredient lists so unfortunately this would deter me from buying it again. It did not fill me up and left me hungry not long after. I also found it to be slightly dry. Overall this product tasted really delicious and has a great fibre and protein content. I would not recommend this to anyone looking for a filling and/or simple granola bar though. -
Pure Protein Bar Chocolate Peanut Butter
I tried PURE PROTEIN BAR CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER after my workout as my boyfriend buys them in bulk from COSTCO and he really enjoys them. I had never heard of the brand before but 20g of protein seemed like a great amount so I gave it a try. Upon... +
I tried PURE PROTEIN BAR CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER after my workout as my boyfriend buys them in bulk from COSTCO and he really enjoys them. I had never heard of the brand before but 20g of protein seemed like a great amount so I gave it a try. Upon grabbing a bar I thought they were so small but much to my surprise they are actually quite thick and extremely filling. I almost couldn't finish the thing because it filled me right up... even after I had just worked out! Another positive to the bar is that there is only 2g of sugar and 200 calories. I was impressed.
I don't like the fact that it contains sucralose - the aftertaste is so terrible and it is so bad for you. I also did not like the taste. It was dry and chalky like many protein bars and was very hard for me to choke down. The peanut taste was artifical almost but the chocolate was awesome! I personally would maybe try this again if I needed something in a pinch but I would prefer other ways of obtaining my protein after a workout or for a quick snack.
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Kashi Seven Grain with Quinoa Chocolate Chip Chia Bars
I love a good granola bar and KASHI is a brand that I normally choose because of their super food ingredients and great taste. I tried KASHI SEVEN GRAIN WITH QUINOA CHOCOLATE CHIP CHIA BARS and unfortunately these missed the mark for me. Sometimes I... +
I love a good granola bar and KASHI is a brand that I normally choose because of their super food ingredients and great taste. I tried KASHI SEVEN GRAIN WITH QUINOA CHOCOLATE CHIP CHIA BARS and unfortunately these missed the mark for me. Sometimes I think that companies put tons of super food items into their product and expect that to sell alone... meanwhile they sacrifice taste. I love that this product contains oats, barley, buckwheat, quinoa and chia which makes for a decent fibre content at 3g per serving. But the rest of the ingredient list is extensive and I loathe products that don't have a simple ingredient list or items that I don't know of or let alone cannot pronounce.
The sugar content is also quite high to me. I prefer my granola bars to be more chewy then crunchy and although this product does say "crunchy bars" on the bottom so I knew what to expect, I still managed to make a tons of crumbs with every bite. The chocolate flavour was almost absent and it really didn't taste like a whole lot. I do like the fact that it comes in two pieces so you can have one now and save one for later. Overall I still really love the KASHI brand but this product was a miss for me. Too many ingredients, too much sugar and not a whole lot of taste!
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TWIK Merino-touch mock neck sweater
I was able to try the TWIK MERINO-TOUCH MOCK NECK SWEATER from ChickAdvisor for free in exchange for my honest opinion and to put it simply, this sweater is gorgeous. It caught my eye right away and was the first item I put in my cart. Much like... +
I was able to try the TWIK MERINO-TOUCH MOCK NECK SWEATER from ChickAdvisor for free in exchange for my honest opinion and to put it simply, this sweater is gorgeous. It caught my eye right away and was the first item I put in my cart. Much like other items in the TWIK line, there are a few color options (pink, white, black and red) and I ended up choosing the black.
The sweater is so soft and comfortable - anyone that knows anything about wool knows that Merino wool is in a league of its own... it is the softest and most wonderful wool and really helps add the cozy to the sweater. It's easy to move in and I didn't find it itchy like a lot of other wool sweaters. The mock neck is in style right now and was the main seller for me on this top! It is so classic and can be paired with any bottoms for a classy and sophisticated look. This is a great top for someone who works in an office or has to dress business casual. The sleeves are loose which is also awesome because the sweater is easy to move around in. The description of the top says it is a "cropped style" but I did not find that to be the case at all. It covers my torso entirely (and I have a long upper body). I ordered the top in an x-small but almost wish I would have chosen a size bigger. It does fit true to size and the x-small fit me perfectly but I personally would have liked the sweater to fit a little more loose then it was. I like my sweaters to be a little more baggy but that's just a personal preference - it really does fit true to size!
My only complaint is that the material picks up all types of fuzzy materials and hair and makes it really hard to clean. I carry a mini lint roller in purse because I have cats and ended up pulling it out more then usual. This could also be because the sweater was black and therefore you can see fuzzies more. Overall this sweater is amazing! The mock neck top is a classic look and the loose sleeves add to the lust factor! I paired it with a high waisted cheetah print skirt and some bright blue heels and it was a hit! Can't wait for my red one to come in!
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TWIK Accent embroidery tee
I received the TWIK ACCENT EMBROIDERY TEE from ChickAdvisor to try for free in exchange for my honest opinion and I knew the moment I saw it that It was going to be my favourite. I have shopped at Simons before as the quality of the products are... +
I received the TWIK ACCENT EMBROIDERY TEE from ChickAdvisor to try for free in exchange for my honest opinion and I knew the moment I saw it that It was going to be my favourite. I have shopped at Simons before as the quality of the products are amazing at a more then reasonable price. This however, was one of my first purchases through the TWIK line and I am SOLD! I chose this tee for a few reasons. They have a few different color and embroidery patterns to choose from as Simons does an incredible job of providing its customers with variations in almost every pattern/design/color combinations you can think of. There truly is something for everyone and that is one of the things I admire most about the brand. I chose a light grey top with a constellation embroidered on the left side that says 'wish upon a star'... so CUTE!!
The t-shirt fit is my personal favourite. It is almost like a boxy/boyfriend type fit which means it fits looser on the body. I ordered the top in a small (the smallest size they had - not sure if they have it in xs and it was just sold out) and it fit me like I was in t-shirt heaven. It is honestly the perfect fit. The sleeves are sewn rolled up and it just adds so much character to an already incredible top. It is so trendy and cute and I think I have already worn it three times in the last 12 days (*insert monkey covering his eyes emoji*). It is made from cotton and the material is so soft. The rolled sleeves do not add any bulk factor it all flows so seamlessly.
I paired this top with a pair of ripped boyfriend jeans and some ankle booties and could not believe the positive feedback I received. I tucked the shirt in to the top of my jeans and added a bulky belt and I felt incredible. The top style is classic and is something that will never go out of style. You can pair it with leggings as it is slightly long, jeans, shorts, skirts... ugh, the possibilities are endless. I will be purchasing this in more designs and I highly recommend this to everyone and anyone regardless of style!
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TWIK Knotted waist tee
I received the TWIK KNOTTED WAIST TEE from ChickAdvisor to try for free in exchange for my honest opinion and I fell in love. I have shopped at Simons before as the quality of the products are amazing at a more then reasonable price. This however... +
I received the TWIK KNOTTED WAIST TEE from ChickAdvisor to try for free in exchange for my honest opinion and I fell in love. I have shopped at Simons before as the quality of the products are amazing at a more then reasonable price. This however, was my first purchase through the TWIK line and I am SOLD! I had such a hard time choosing which color I wanted because like the majority of their items, they have a color/pattern/design for everyone! This shirt comes in 4 colors (grey, black, blue and purple) and after some serious debate I ended up choosing it in grey with the hopes that I could pair it with more outfits!
This top is gorgeous! I loved it the moment I took it out of the bag. I was a little scared as it looks pretty small - I wear anywhere between an xs-s depending on the style. I went with the smaller size (xs) as I have a small waist and I guess looks are deceiving because this top fit me perfectly. It is made with light ultra stretch rayon and was so easy to put on as well as comfortable to move in. The material was thicker then I expected but I like it that way! It does not feel cheap and adds a little extra material for warmth so I can wear it all year!
I paired this top with a high waisted skirt and some thigh high boots and then dressed it up even more with a statement necklace. The outfit looked awesome and I received so many compliments. The top would also look fantastic with any pair of high waited jeans or if you are feeling really adventurous... a pair of cute summer coveralls! The knot on the front was the seller for me as it looks so adorable. The only thing I would have changed about the top was the line down the front... but even then, this is still one of my favourite tops! At $29 this top really is a steal of a deal. It is a versatile top that can be dressed up or dressed down and is sure to bring out your playful side!
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Seventh Generation Liquid Laundry Detergent - Free & Clear
I was so excited when Family Rated gave me the opportunity to try SEVENTH GENERATION LIQUID LAUNDRY DETERGENT - FREE & CLEAR for free in exchange for my honest opinion because it was a product (and brand!) that I have wanted to try for a long time... +
I was so excited when Family Rated gave me the opportunity to try SEVENTH GENERATION LIQUID LAUNDRY DETERGENT - FREE & CLEAR for free in exchange for my honest opinion because it was a product (and brand!) that I have wanted to try for a long time now. I just recently - probably within the last few months - started to get into the habit of purchasing socially, environmentally, and economically sustainable products. In case you weren't aware... Seventh Generation is fantastic for all of those things! They produce plant based products that are safe for you, your family and your environment with the intent of nurturing the health of the next seven generations. Wow! The only other product from this line that I have tried is the FREE & CLEAR LIQUID DISH SOAP and I was absolutely blown away at the quality and effectiveness of it! (check out my review!).
This natural laundry detergent is made for sensitive skin, tough on stains, and gentle on the world! It contains no dyes and is made with plant based products and that makes me very happy. I have had this product for just about two weeks now and have used it to wash everything from my bed sheets, bath towels, kitchen towels and clothes. Usually, this time of the year in northern Alberta is hard for me as the weather changes from warm to cold and I tend to break out in rashes and dry skin fits. So to try and counter those issues I generally cut back on the amount of detergent I use in the wash. I decided not to cut back and I used the same amount I normally would - after 2 weeks of sleeping in my sheets, drying off with the bath towels and wearing my clothes that I had washed with the Free & Clear detergent I have had ZERO issues. I am impressed!
This detergent is so easy to use. I throw a cap full into the wash as the water is running and then throw my clothes in and wait. I have tried running this detergent in cold water for my clothes as well as hot water for my bath towels and it dissolved perfectly in both. The fact that it is great for all water temperatures is definitely a bonus! It has managed to clean coffee, wine, and food stains off of my families clothes and I can honestly say that I am sold on not only this product, but on this brand as well. I have already placed an order online to try their laundry detergent packs and will post a review on those once they come in. I highly recommend this product and this brand to anyone who is looking to provide their families with wholesome products that you can feel good about!
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Seventh Generation Dish Liquid - Free & Clear
I was so excited when Family Rated gave me the opportunity to try SEVENTH GENERATION DISH LIQUID - FREE & CLEAR for free in exchange for my honest opinion because it was a product (and brand!) that I had wanted to try for a long time now. I just... +
I was so excited when Family Rated gave me the opportunity to try SEVENTH GENERATION DISH LIQUID - FREE & CLEAR for free in exchange for my honest opinion because it was a product (and brand!) that I had wanted to try for a long time now. I just recently - probably within the last few months - started to get into the habit of purchasing socially, environmentally, and economically sustainable products. In case you weren't aware... Seventh Generation is fantastic for all of those things! They produce plant based products that are safe for you, your family and your environment with the intent of nurturing the health of the next seven generations. Wow!
The Free & Clear Dish Liquid blew me away. I normally can find at least one thing that I can constructively say a product can do better on but for once I am honestly left speechless. A little squirt goes a long way and the soap bubbled up so nicely with easy to work with suds. Does anyone else think that's so important? The old dish soap I used would put bubble only on top of the water and as soon as I touched them they would disappear. So annoying. One squirt of this managed to wash 4 plates, 8 utensils, 3 pots and a casserole dish and STILL have nice suds left over. YAY!
I cooked spaghetti and meat sauce and baked it with cheese. As someone who does not own a dishwasher, this is one of my least favourite meals to clean up after because the cheese and meat sauce has a tendency to stick and make my life hell for a while as I scrub and scrub and scrub... I filled the sink with hot water and the Dish Liquid and let it sit as I tidy'd up the rest of the kitchen. When it came time to scrub, I didn't have to! The grease and grime came off SO easy! I was actually impressed. There are no dyes or synthetic fragrances, it is plant based and hypoallergenic. It does not get much better then that. I let my dishes air dry on the counter and there were no streaks, spots or stains which is also unheard of with my usual dish soap. Like I said, blown away that a product can do so good, work so good, and be so good for the environment and my family. At under $4 a bottle you have to try this! I for one, will never go back to my old dish soap. Next bottle I buy will be the 'Lavender Flower & Mint' scent... I can't wait!
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