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Member Since: June 13, 2014Reviews
TRESemmé Smooth Compressed Micro Mist Hair Spray Hold Level 2
When I style my hair I depend on hairspray to keep it in place. I have thick hair but the hairs are fine so a little wind and my style is gone without spray. I found this spray worked very well. It was level 2 that I was asked to test. Normally... +
When I style my hair I depend on hairspray to keep it in place. I have thick hair but the hairs are fine so a little wind and my style is gone without spray.
I found this spray worked very well. It was level 2 that I was asked to test. Normally I'd go for a more volumizing spray but the level 2 actually did a good job. I didn't have to use loads of it and the scent was not heavy. I do not use products that are really strong scented so was satisfied here. I don't mind a scent when spraying but I want it to go away once dry and I felt this product pretty much did that. There's a light scent left but very little.
The can size is a lot skinnier than a typical aeresol can which was great for my small hands and it's less packaging for what would need a larger size can for a regular aerosol. You must remember to shake the can before use.
The only negative I can think of is that when looking at the contents of the can it used hydrocarbons for propellant so if you're looking for something that is CFC free for the environment you may wish to pick something else.
Overall I liked the Tresemme Smooth Compressed Micro Mist. I think I'll end up purchasing but the level three because my short hair I feel needs the extra hold and volume.
I received this product for free from Chick Advisor and Tresemme to test and review. If I don't like a product after testing, I'm not shy to say so.
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Aveeno Ultra-Calming Daily Moisturizer with SPF 30
I occasionally get periods of irritated skin. I had one of those phases going on when I received this product so perfect timing. I tested this as well as it's sister cleanser and had nice results. Did it make my skin look younger? No. But my... +
I occasionally get periods of irritated skin. I had one of those phases going on when I received this product so perfect timing.
I tested this as well as it's sister cleanser and had nice results. Did it make my skin look younger? No. But my skin looks fresh, felt calmed, moisturized and not greasy. It absorbs really fast which is great. I have an oily T area and this didn't make it worse.
It doesn't use the same kinds of sunblock as a lot of other products so if you've had irritation or breakouts from products with those in it, give this a shot. It's much more gentle and doesn't leave that "sunblock smell". The Aveeno product uses Zinc Oxide and Titanium Dioxide, mineral based sunblockers.
The only downside would be the cost at $20. The bottle is only 68ml and if you're using the proper amount of it to protect from the sun (it should be around 1/4 teaspoon at least for your face) and you use it daily, it's not going to go far. Other than that, it's a good product.
I received this product for free to test and review.
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Aveeno Ultra-Calming Hydrating Gel Cleanser
I don't like a lot of Aveeno products but I loved this one. It is a really gentle cleanser that calms my skin down when it's feeling irritated. It's non-drying and it rinses off easily without residue. It like that it's fragrance free and the... +
I don't like a lot of Aveeno products but I loved this one. It is a really gentle cleanser that calms my skin down when it's feeling irritated. It's non-drying and it rinses off easily without residue.
It like that it's fragrance free and the tube will last awhile. Good value for the money (approx $10 retail) so I will likely purchase this when I run out.
I might also keep this for when the eczeema on my hands acts up to use as a gentle hand cleanser.
I received this product for free to test and review. Opinions are my own honest feelings on the product.
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Nude by Nature Mineral Brush 11
The price on their website isn't bad when you look at prices of other brands. I haven't had any hairs fall out yet and it feels well made. The handle is a good length where it's comfy in my hand and easy to fit in a makeup bag. It is super soft... +
The price on their website isn't bad when you look at prices of other brands.
I haven't had any hairs fall out yet and it feels well made. The handle is a good length where it's comfy in my hand and easy to fit in a makeup bag.
It is super soft and my foundation applied nicely with it. I'm definitely keeping this brush around in regular use.
I received this brush for free to test and review.
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Nude by Nature Radiant Loose Powder Foundation
My issue with loose natural type foundations is that they usually look like they're melting off my face after a few hours. Or the oils in my skin make my pores peep through the makeup. This brand though won the test and although it wasn't matte like... +
My issue with loose natural type foundations is that they usually look like they're melting off my face after a few hours. Or the oils in my skin make my pores peep through the makeup.
This brand though won the test and although it wasn't matte like when I put it on a few hours ago it was not oily and still looked ok. Instead I had a dewy look that I was fine with.
Coverage I felt did the job. I didn't have a concealer on but the blue vein under each eye that annoys me wasn't really noticeable so that did
that impressed me.
I used this with the brand's primer and they worked well together.
Big points on the container as there is a part in the lid that when closed it keeps the product from making a mess in the lid. If you use loose foundation you'll know the problem I mean. You open the jar and there is a huge mass of powder. That didn't happen with this brand.
It hid my big pores!
There is no scent. It feels super light like I have nothing on.
The particulate is super, super fine so as soon as you apply the brush to your face I find that there is a proof of powder in the air. Not sure over time how that is for breathing it on daily.
I did like this item and will keep using it.
I received this foundation for free to test it.
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Nude by Nature Perfecting Primer
The tube isn't really big so it's going to run out long before your foundation. There is a nice slight scent out of the tube but it doesn't linger on the face. Scent is a bit like an herbal tea with a hint of citrus. I'm used to silicone type... +
The tube isn't really big so it's going to run out long before your foundation.
There is a nice slight scent out of the tube but it doesn't linger on the face. Scent is a bit like an herbal tea with a hint of citrus.
I'm used to silicone type primers that glide on so this was a different feel and you have to rub on quickly as it absorbs very fast.
It's not my new grail but it works well enough. After a few hours I felt like touching up to matte things but I wasn't oily looking more of a dewy look. Without the primer the foundation would have been long gone on my oily areas of skin.
I received this product for free to test.
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eos Crystal Lip Balm in Hibiscus Peach
I was selected to receive a free EOS Crystal Weightless Hydration Lip Balm fro the company and Chick Advisor. If you are a fan of EOS natural line of balms then I think you will like this new product from them. It comes in a container similar to... +
I was selected to receive a free EOS Crystal Weightless Hydration Lip Balm fro the company and Chick Advisor. If you are a fan of EOS natural line of balms then I think you will like this new product from them. It comes in a container similar to the classic balms so it's still easy to find in your purse. It goes on very easily and as it says in the name, it does feel weightless. I don't really feel like I really have much of everything on yet it still adds some hydration to my lips. In my case I tend to have severely dry lips so I prefer a bit thicker formula that stays put but I know for many, many folks they don't like that feeling and prefer lighter formulas. If you are one of them, then I highly suggest you give this a try. I had the peach version (didn't really notice heavy flavour but you definitely smell peach). -
Ben & Jerry’s P.B. & Cookies Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert
This tastes brilliant. You love peanut butter? You love ice cream but perhaps you cannot eat dairy or maybe you're vegan? This is for you!!! This is every bit as good as regular ice cream and will have you wanting more. I tested this out on my... +
This tastes brilliant.
You love peanut butter? You love ice cream but perhaps you cannot eat dairy or maybe you're vegan? This is for you!!!
This is every bit as good as regular ice cream and will have you wanting more. I tested this out on my family, not telling them it was dairy free and they all gobbled down their 'ice cream'.
The price is kind of expensive and it's not low calorie by any means, but if you want to give yourself a treat and need it to be dairy free, then consider splurging on this. I'm craving some now as I type this. Gotta go raid the freezer again!
I received this product free from ChickAdvisor and Ben & Jerry's in exchange for a review.
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Arm & Hammer Slide Easy Clean-Up Clumping Litter (Multi-Cat)
Our 16 year old kitty, Molly, tends to pee in the corners of her litter boxes so when cleaning it's VERY difficult to clean the box. It gets to be like chipping cement at the end of every day. I've tried probably 8 brands of litter at least and... +
Our 16 year old kitty, Molly, tends to pee in the corners of her litter boxes so when cleaning it's VERY difficult to clean the box. It gets to be like chipping cement at the end of every day.
I've tried probably 8 brands of litter at least and different types including the silica crystals but for the crystals, Molly refused to ever use that one.
I gave the Arm & Hammer Slide a shot and was skeptical but this stuff WORKS!!! I have no idea how it works so well but I can get everything out of the box in just a minute or two. The clumps stay stuck so it doesn't soil the remaining litter. I don't find the clumps just slide out when you tilt the box like they do in the commercial but a gentle nudge with the scoop and away they go. Plus the bottom of the box doesn't get left with gunk that needs to be scraped at to remove.
I find the price higher than our usual brand but it's really worth it for how easy it is to use and how well it works. Molly seems to like it. She took to it right away. Usually she just does her business and hops out of the box but with this litter she'll actually dig and cover things up. The texture is like a nice beach sand. It does track a teeny bit more than our usual litter but not far from the box.
There is a scent added to the litter but it's less than the TC(not sure if I'm allowed to put the whole name of the other brand) brand we had been using. Molly seems fine with the scent.
We are sold on this stuff and have already bought two more boxes.
Please note that I received a box of this litter for free to try out. Thank you Chickadvisor and Arm & Hammer for the chance.
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Dove Shower Foam Deep Moisture Foaming Body Wash
A smooth and silky body wash that is #AsLightAs air. I received this product free to try out and really ended up liking it. I'll be buying this in the future. You don't need much to get a good lather and then rinses easily away with no feeling of... +
A smooth and silky body wash that is #AsLightAs air.
I received this product free to try out and really ended up liking it. I'll be buying this in the future.
You don't need much to get a good lather and then rinses easily away with no feeling of residue or skin feeling like it's going to crack. The scent reminds me a bit of the original Dove beauty bars and is not over powering.
To give it a good test drive I used it not only as a bodywash but also as a hand soap for a few days. I wash my hands a lot and they didn't get overly dry while using this.
#gotitfree Thank you @Dove and @Chickadvisor
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