amyknows
Member Since: September 21, 2011Reviews
Canada Dry Blackberry Ginger Ale
Hello Summer Soda! I was so thrilled when I found out I was selected to receive this from the Product Review Club; I had spotted it in Walmart only a couple of weeks earlier and was quite intrigued. First impression. Purple can. Love it... +
Hello Summer Soda!
I was so thrilled when I found out I was selected to receive this from the Product Review Club; I had spotted it in Walmart only a couple of weeks earlier and was quite intrigued.
First impression. Purple can. Love it. Looks pretty much the same as the regular Canada Dry Ginger Ale, but purple. So cute!
First taste. Bubbly. Sweet. Full of flavour. It just tastes like spring/summer. It also smells SO good and fruity.
Next thoughts. I think this tastes amazing on its own, but I also think it would be delightful in some sort of alcoholic beverage combo. I love Ginger Ale but add in some fruit and it's next level amazing. I definitely hope this isn't just limited edition, I want to be able to drink this for a long time. I've already managed to consume half a case, and NO I won't share. :P
I'd definitely recommend a taste test for this one, especially if you enjoy Canada Dry Cranberry Ginger Ale in the fall. It's a great addition to their products!
I was able to find the soda easily, I picked it up at Walmart. It's the usual cost of soda so if you already purchase soda, its nothing new. You can often pick it up for a multi-buy deal.
Overall. Love it. Will absolutely purchase in the future. Can't get enough of it. Refreshing, fruity and fragrant.
-
Trojan H2O Water-Based Lubricant - Closer
I received this through the Chick Advisor Product Review Club! Can I just say I actually love this lube. LOL How ridiculous does that sound? Okay, so, the Trojan H2O Closer lubricant claims to do everything a lube is supposed to do without... +
I received this through the Chick Advisor Product Review Club!
Can I just say I actually love this lube. LOL How ridiculous does that sound?
Okay, so, the Trojan H2O Closer lubricant claims to do everything a lube is supposed to do without the gross lube mess. Guess what ladies and gents?! It actually does. It's so slippery and lubricating, but it's not all globby and sticky afterwards. It even did well with the back door challenge. lol I would 100% re-purchase this lube. We were using a different Trojan lube previously, and we will not go back. The packaging it practical, and pretty, I suppose we could say. For about 10 dollars you get 163mL of product. Totally worth it for the lack of gross mess. It's water based and compatible with whatever toys and condoms you use.
If you didn't get it from anything else I've said, I totally love this and would absolutely recommend to anyone!
-
Clarisonic Mia 2
Thank you SO MUCH ChickAdvisor HQ for selecting me to be apart of this Product Review campaign!!! :) I was so thrilled when I found out about this campaign! I have been looking at the Clarisonic for as long as I can remember, but lets face it... +
Thank you SO MUCH ChickAdvisor HQ for selecting me to be apart of this Product Review campaign!!! :) I was so thrilled when I found out about this campaign! I have been looking at the Clarisonic for as long as I can remember, but lets face it, it's a little out of my budget for a facial cleansing system. When I received the Clarisonic Mia 2, the first thing I noticed was the colour! It came in a beautiful bright lime green. It's so easy to use and the precise 1 minute Pulsing T-Timer makes it even easier. The first time I used it, I neglected to read about it and was confused as to why it kept stopping, but after I took the time to read the manual I realized what was happening. The PLink charging system is SO COOL! It's like a little magnet that attached to the Clarisonic Mia 2 and continues to keep it waterproof! While its charging the buttons illuminate on and off. It takes about 18 hours for a full charge. A full charge is about 24 minutes of use. That seems like a lot, no? I've certainly noticed a change in my skin since starting to use the Clarisonic Mia 2; it's soft and bright and my pores look noticeably smaller. I've had less breakouts and my skin just looks better, healthier. I've personally been using the Mia 2 while in the shower; I find it less messy than just over the sink. I absolutely love this product. I will definitely continue to use the Clarisonic Mia 2. Thanks again ChickAdvisor!!! -
Arm & Hammer Spinbrush Truly Radiant Toothbrush
I received the Arm & Hammer Spinbrush Truly Radiant Toothbrush as part of Chick Advisor's Product Review Club. I did enjoy using this toothbrush. I could definitely feel a difference in the level of clean of my teeth after using it. My usual... +
I received the Arm & Hammer Spinbrush Truly Radiant Toothbrush as part of Chick Advisor's Product Review Club.
I did enjoy using this toothbrush. I could definitely feel a difference in the level of clean of my teeth after using it. My usual toothbrush is just a plain old manual toothbrush. It's obviously a little bit more muscle in the battery operated spinbrush.
The Spinbrush retails for about $9.97 CAD at Walmart. This is strange, considering a different spinbrush that has been on the market for a little longer is only $8.88 CAD and the children's variety's are $7.97. All the same materials go into the making of them right? They all work the same? Curious. I don't personally think I'd spend the extra dollar or two for the same spinbrush if they do the same thing.
I did like how clean and fresh my teeth/mouth felt while using the spinbrush. I didn't notice any particular difference in the level of whitenening. I had already been using the Arm & Hammer Truly Radiant toothpaste.
Overall, it's a good toothbrush; cleans as a battery operated toothbrush would be expected to clean.
If you want to pay a couple more dollars for the same technology essentially, then go buy the Arm & Hammer Spinbrush Truly Radiant toothbrush; if not, any of the other Spinbrush toothbrushes will work just as well for you!
-
Arm & Hammer Truly Radiant Toothpaste
First off, I did receive this product as part of the Chick Advisor Product Review Club. Thanks for the opportunity! Whiter smile in just 5 days? It sounds like a similar claim to most whitening toothpastes these days. Growing up, I remember my... +
First off, I did receive this product as part of the Chick Advisor Product Review Club. Thanks for the opportunity!
Whiter smile in just 5 days? It sounds like a similar claim to most whitening toothpastes these days. Growing up, I remember my grandma swearing by baking soda to whiten her teeth naturally. I've tried some of the previous baking soda toothpastes and had a hard time with them due to poor taste and extreme grittiness. I was pleasantly surprised by both the flavour and texture of this toothpaste. It wasn't super gritty and the taste is pretty good actually. After 5 days, I did notice a difference in colour of my teeth. It didn't make my teeth super sensitive, as some other whitening toothpastes have done so in the past. Arm & Hammer Truly Radiant Toothpaste retails for about $2.97 at Walmart which is very affordable, in my opinion.
Overall, I really like using this toothpaste. It's affordable and there are very evident results from using it. I will definitely repurchase Arm & Hammer Truly Radiant toothpaste!
-
Arm & Hammer Clump & Seal Complete Odour Sealing Clumping Litter
I recieved the Arm & Hammer Clump & Seal Complete Odour Sealing Clumping Litter as part of the Chick Advisor Product Review Club for free. I recently added a fur baby to my family and as I'm sure everyone knows, the litter box is the worst part... +
I recieved the Arm & Hammer Clump & Seal Complete Odour Sealing Clumping Litter as part of the Chick Advisor Product Review Club for free.
I recently added a fur baby to my family and as I'm sure everyone knows, the litter box is the worst part. (I think I'm going to have to try to toilet train her! LOL)
The A&H;Clump & Seal litter claims to have:
• COMPLETE ODOUR CONTROL FOR 7 DAYS
•LOW TRACKING
• NO CRUMBLY CLUMPS
• ULTRA LOW DUST
**BREAK IT DOWN NOW!**
Odour Control - Let's face it. Everybody poops. Even cats, & it doesn't smell good. The odour control for me, was fair. I found that I could certainly tell a difference with the new litter, I'm holding that to the magical power of baking soda. I scoop every night to help control odour, but with A&H;I could skip a day or two without asphyxiating myself.
Low Tracking - Well... I have a 3 month old, obnoxious kitten. The low tracking was good, but she still manages to get that stuff everywhere. LOL
Crumbly Clumps - WORST PART EVER. I definitely noticed a difference using the A&H;litter. I hated when I would scoop and there would be all of these little "bits" hanging about with my old litter... SO GROSS. The clumping power with Clump&Seal;was great!
Ultra Low Dust - I didn't have a huge issue with my previous litter with dust, so I didn't notice a huge difference when I tested the A&H;litter. This is good though, low dust = less hacking/gagging during changes.
Do they live up to their claims? -- Yes. Arm&Hammer;has done a good job with their Clump&Seal;litter. I think it could only get better if they could make a litter that would make the little piles totally evaporate upon contact with the litter. LOL (maybe one day, right?)
Price Point - It IS a little bit more expensive than my previous litter.
OTHER LITTER: $1.07/KG (AVG)
A&H;Clump&Seal;: $1.48/KG (AVG)
Is it worth it?
For me, I'd probably spend the extra couple of dollars for the extra odour control.
Thoughts on Packaging:
I'm not a huge fan on the cardboard boxes. Eco friendly? Sure. Water friendly? No. Accidents happen folks... & usually to me. haha I personally enjoy the hard plastic containers with the resealable lids or a plastic bag with a resealable zipper. HOWEVER, this is NOT a deal breaker for me.
Overall:
I really enjoyed my experience while testing the Arm & Hammer Clump & Seal Complete Odour Control Litter. I would certainly repurchase this product and would recommend people to give it a try if they have the chance.
-
MAC Cosmetics Mineralize Loose Foundation
Foundation. I feel at this point in my life, I've tried about a billion different kinds. I also think my tastes have changed over the years. MAC Mineralize Loose Foundation is my current love. It retails for $34 CDN I do believe, & is a 7.5g jar... +
Foundation. I feel at this point in my life, I've tried about a billion different kinds. I also think my tastes have changed over the years. MAC Mineralize Loose Foundation is my current love. It retails for $34 CDN I do believe, & is a 7.5g jar of product. It comes in 9 shades, the signature MAC shades, extra light, light, light plus, medium, medium plus, medium dark, dark, medium deep & dark deep. It's a medium, buildable coverage. So the nice thing about this powder foundation is that the more you work it into your skin, the darker it becomes. I'm not talking like chola, bad blending gone wrong, but more like "oh hey, there's sun outside & my skin is a little more than than normal!" Which is awesome, especially for the upcoming season changes! It has a nice soft, smooth feel on my skin and looks really natural. The jar it comes in, is MAC quality, tough plastic with a sleek black, twist off lid & a sifter in the jar so you don't end up dumping your entire container all over the place. Yes, it's a bit pricey, but you definitely get what you pay for. I have skin that's on the oilier side of the spectrum, but I find it works nice with my skin.
Overall, as you can tell, I'm loving this foundation currently. It's certainly worth the splurge in my eyes. It's a great buildable medium coverage foundation which is perfect for me. When I have some breakouts, its able to even out my skin tone pretty well & it's perfect for everyday wear.
-
Urban Decay Vice 2 Eye Shadow Palette
I'm a HUGE UD fan. When the Vice 2 came out, I knew I HAD to have it. It's got 20 eyeshadow shades and a double ended brush. It also has a large mirror on the top half of the palette. The palette is made up of mostly shimmery shades, there are... +
I'm a HUGE UD fan. When the Vice 2 came out, I knew I HAD to have it. It's got 20 eyeshadow shades and a double ended brush. It also has a large mirror on the top half of the palette. The palette is made up of mostly shimmery shades, there are only a couple of matte shades; so if you're not a fan of shimmer, this is likely not for you!
The shadows are extremely pigmented and very blendable.
Some of my favourites include: Coax, Strike, Radar, Shellshock, Ambush & Voodoo.
If you're looking for a palette that you can use inclusively for a wearable daily look, this isn't it. BUT there are some great shades in it! Personally, I think it's a great buy. I love these colours, as they're something I use on a regular basis, but everyone has their own preferences. :)
:)
-
The Body Shop Vitamin E Intense Moisture Cream
I've tried a ton of moisturizers in my time. THIS is my ALL TIME FAVOURITE. I stumbled upon this one kind of by accident. I was visiting my friend in Alberta this summer and I got myself a bit of a sunburn on my face. My nose and forehead... +
I've tried a ton of moisturizers in my time. THIS is my ALL TIME FAVOURITE. I stumbled upon this one kind of by accident. I was visiting my friend in Alberta this summer and I got myself a bit of a sunburn on my face. My nose and forehead started to peel and it was awful. My friend was a super lifesaver and let me use some of hers! I fell in love instantly.
It's about 16 dollars for the jar. A little of this magic goes a long way though! I bought my jar in August of this year, it's now November and I'm a little over half way through it. I use it daily.
My skin can be kind of picky, but I had no sort of breakout from it! :) It also absorbs right into my skin, it doesn't sit on top or make it super oily. It's a pretty thick consistency also, which I'm a big fan of.
I love this cream! You should try it out!
-
Marcelle BB Cream
I'm sure by now the majority of you have tried a BB cream. I started out a little bit sceptical, but the adventurer inside of me always seems to prevail, leaving my inner banker quite upset a lot of times. However, in this case I was quite... +
I'm sure by now the majority of you have tried a BB cream. I started out a little bit sceptical, but the adventurer inside of me always seems to prevail, leaving my inner banker quite upset a lot of times. However, in this case I was quite impressed with the Marcelle BB Cream.
I actually purchased it in both the "Light to Medium" & "Medium to Dark" shades. I figured I'd be able to make use of both of them at one point or another, and if not I'd gladly pass it on. I began using the Light to Medium earlier in the summer, and as the summer proceeded, my sun kissed skin began to appear which meant it was time to move on the Medium to Dark.
Firstly I really like the packaging. It comes in a tube with a pump at the end. I think it will be easy to access pretty much all of the product, in other cases, it's hard to get the last bit of product out of the tube which can be a bit of a rip of.
I also love the feel of the BB Cream. It's very smooth and velvety, it blends exceptionally well into my skin and my skin feels really soft after application.
I do want to say that even though the shades are light to medium and medium to dark, you likely couldn't be overly fair skinned or dark skinned to use it. I don't know how well it would work in either extreme really. It's a pretty generic middle skin tone class. Although, it may come in more shades but I'm not entirely sure. These were the only two shades available at my retailer.
I'd say it has a medium coverage level. If my skin is not in revolt, I'd be able to get away with just the BB cream. However, in more cases than not, I need to use a concealer and set it with powder, especially in the heat of summer. Coverage also lasts pretty much all day, depending on what your doing I suppose, but after a full day of work, my face was still pretty much in-tact.
Also, I personally still do use a moisturizer underneath the BB cream. I realize it's not required, but my skin can be difficult to deal with and the better moisturized the better for me!
Overall, I'm really impressed by this product and it will definitely be a repurchased item!
-
Looking for more?
Check out our other review websites:
