getupkid144
Member Since: June 6, 2016Reviews
Dove Men+Care Refillable Deodorant Starter Kit, Clean Touch
I always feel bad when my husband or I have to toss away a finished deodorant package. We always put them in our recycling bin, but I often wondered how much of it actually gets recycled (or if any). Enter Dove and their brilliant new product line... +
I always feel bad when my husband or I have to toss away a finished deodorant package. We always put them in our recycling bin, but I often wondered how much of it actually gets recycled (or if any). Enter Dove and their brilliant new product line which features reusable deodorant casings! All you have to do is buy refills of the actual "filling", i.e. the deodorant itself. I've seen a lot of other brands do this recently for everything right down to lipsticks. The scent of this one - 'Clean Touch' - was perfectly in line with every other Dove brand deodorant I've tried - subtle and masculine, without making my husband smell like a teenage boy. The revolutionary part of this kit is really the ability to refill and maintain the same casing, which is all-metal with a chrome bottom. The small size of the outer case also makes it a lot easier to travel with (for whenever we resume doing that) - it's much more compact than a bulky full-size deodorant. The only downside is one that I think others have mentioned - because there is no encasement around the body of the deodorant refill, it's more prone to early breakage and you'll then have to come up with a quick fix to get it all to stay stuck together. If perhaps the refill was made to be a bit more stiff, or the casing made a little taller, I think this issue is resolvable.
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Purgrains Santorini Lemon Dill
I'm always a sucker for trying out new products at the grocery store that can possibly save me time when I'm off work and on a hangry rampage. I was looking forward to trying the Greek-inspired lemon dill flavour of this new plant-based side dish... +
I'm always a sucker for trying out new products at the grocery store that can possibly save me time when I'm off work and on a hangry rampage. I was looking forward to trying the Greek-inspired lemon dill flavour of this new plant-based side dish. The only trick was finding the right main dish to pair this with. I ended up going for a fish-based meal, but this would be just as at home beside souvlaki (to really complete the Greek theme) or any other more "bare" meat entree. This was super easy to prep - we don't have a microwave, so I followed the instructions to heat it up on the stovetop. The pouch is 100% ready to serve, so all you're doing is getting it to your preferred temperature. One thing I have to note, however, is the smell. While I was pouring it out and heating it up, the smell was...not as appetizing as one would hope for something that's about to be consumed. Thankfully, the flavour was totally different from the way it smelled, but it's just an unpleasant part of the process. The flavouring itself was light and not overpowering (could maybe have used more, to be honest), though I don't know if I would describe this as quite as Mediterranean as I was hoping. The texture was nice and soft, and I loved the fact that it was protein-packed (which you don't usually get in a side-dish) and made with all-natural ingredients and supergrains. All in all, I can see this being a convenient item to have stocked in my pantry for emergencies but not necessarily a regular purchase.
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Dr. Oetker Momenti Tomato & Mozzarella Thin Crust Pizza
As a big fan of all Dr. Oetker products, I was looking forward to giving the new Momenti pizzas a try. I had been hesitant to pick one up previously due to the relatively higher price. The taste was just what I have come to expect from Dr. Oetker -... +
As a big fan of all Dr. Oetker products, I was looking forward to giving the new Momenti pizzas a try. I had been hesitant to pick one up previously due to the relatively higher price. The taste was just what I have come to expect from Dr. Oetker - rich and flavourful - but the crust on this product was definitely the standout star. The crust is flakier and fluffier than that found in the regular Dr. Oetker pizzas (Ristorante and Casa di Mama lines), despite appearing thicker. Initially, I wasn't keen on eating that much bread, but one bite and it quickly collapsed into flaky goodness. The flavour combination on this one was also great, though I'm not sure why they aren't pushing the inclusion of pesto a little more. This is listed as a tomato/mozzarella, but if I wasn't paying attention to know that there were pesto bubbles, I may otherwise take a pass on this (tomato/mozzarella on its own is a little bland for me otherwise, and I'm not a vegetarian). The only real issue with this is the price - I find it priced too high and as I was eating it, I actually wondered who this was targeted towards. Even when I'm eating pizza on my own, I usually just split a regular-sized Dr. Oetker and put the other half in the freezer for later, so I'm not sure I would ever spend even more than the regular pizza for just a single serving.
I #gotitfree to try in exchange for my honest review.
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Dr. Oetker Momenti Three Cheese Pizza
As a big fan of all Dr. Oetker products, I was looking forward to giving the new Momenti pizzas a try. I had been hesitant to pick one up previously due to the relatively higher price. The taste was just what I have come to expect from Dr. Oetker -... +
As a big fan of all Dr. Oetker products, I was looking forward to giving the new Momenti pizzas a try. I had been hesitant to pick one up previously due to the relatively higher price. The taste was just what I have come to expect from Dr. Oetker - rich and flavourful - but the crust on this product was definitely the standout star. The crust is flakier and fluffier than that found in the regular Dr. Oetker pizzas (Ristorante and Casa di Mama lines), despite appearing thicker. Initially, I wasn't keen on eating that much bread, but one bite and it quickly collapsed into flaky goodness. The flavour combination on this one was also great, though I'm not sure why they aren't pushing the inclusion of pesto a little more. This is listed as a tomato/mozzarella, but if I wasn't paying attention to know that there were pesto bubbles, I may otherwise take a pass on this (tomato/mozzarella on its own is a little bland for me otherwise, and I'm not a vegetarian). The only real issue with this is the price - I find it priced too high and as I was eating it, I actually wondered who this was targeted towards. Even when I'm eating pizza on my own, I usually just split a regular-sized Dr. Oetker and put the other half in the freezer for later, so I'm not sure I would ever spend even more than the regular pizza for just a single serving.
I #gotitfree to try in exchange for my honest review.
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Schmidt's Bergamot + Lime Natural Deodorant
I received this for free to try through a product sampling promotion in exchange for my honest opinion. After reading the reviews about people developing rashes in response to use, I was concerned as I've been very sensitive to natural body care... +
I received this for free to try through a product sampling promotion in exchange for my honest opinion. After reading the reviews about people developing rashes in response to use, I was concerned as I've been very sensitive to natural body care products in the past. However, both my husband and I use Schmidts regularly these days and have not had any issues with this scent or any other. I personally find it to be effective at dealing with odour on cooler days and tend to shy away from it during the summer months, but somehow my husband finds it effective year-round, even in the extreme heat. This scent is perfect for the summer - the notes of lime and bergamot are spot-on and very pleasant. This scent also seems to be a softer stick versus some other natural deodorants and other Schmidts scents- it doesn't require any warming up to get it softened and ready to apply. All in all, I'll continue returning to Schmidts for my household, as I haven't been disappointed yet. -
Degree® Women UltraClear Black + White 72H Antiperspirant Deodorant Dry Spray
I love picking up dry sprays for use with my "work" clothes. While work clothes have fallen by the wayside in the past, oh....thirteen or so months, I still find myself pulling on nice blouses for Zoom calls several times a week (and sweating... +
I love picking up dry sprays for use with my "work" clothes. While work clothes have fallen by the wayside in the past, oh....thirteen or so months, I still find myself pulling on nice blouses for Zoom calls several times a week (and sweating through my shirt by the end of those sessions!). This has called for some effective anti-perspirants that won't leave marks either while putting on my blouses, or throughout a full day of sweating through them. I found this Degree dry spray to be on par with other dry spray options that are on the market - the scent was soft and not overpowering, it dried very quickly, and didn't leave any marks on the outside of my clothes (or on the inside underarm areas). All in all, a great product that I'll likely be picking up once I return to in-office work (though I have to admit that a small, travel-sized version of this spray is an absolute must-have for work-related travel and will definitely become a mainstay in my work travel bag).
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Neutrogena® All-in-One Make-up Removing Cleansing Wipes Singles Fragrance Free
I tend to use makeup wipes in certain situations - when I'm feeling especially lazy, or when I'm on the move and have exhausted all my TSA-friendly face wash bottles. I was pretty pumped to find out that Neutrogena had come out with these bags of... +
I tend to use makeup wipes in certain situations - when I'm feeling especially lazy, or when I'm on the move and have exhausted all my TSA-friendly face wash bottles. I was pretty pumped to find out that Neutrogena had come out with these bags of individually packed single wipes. I know, I know - there's the waste factor of it all, with a lot more plastic being used than a single, multi-use makeup wipe pack. I'll commend them though for using recycled material to make the packaging for each individual packet. Quality-wise, they're the standard makeup wipe we've all come to expect from Neutrogena - gentle, fragrance-free, generously sized and very effective at removing eye makeup. That being said, if it's been a heavy eye day, I do follow up with some water and suds, since I don't like to overwipe that sensitive eye skin. The singles format is great for throwing a few of these in a purse, gym bag, work bag, or travel kit, in case of emergency and without any bulk. They are a fair bit pricier than standard makeup wipes, so I would reserve use for these purposes rather than an everyday wipe. -
Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Face Mist Sunscreen Spray SPF 50
I'm a huge fan of Neutrogena's Hydroboost gel sunscreen (it's the only one I use on my face anymore), so I was excited to try another sunscreen from them that was designed for the face. I was not disappointed. Another absolute hit!! I cannot race... +
I'm a huge fan of Neutrogena's Hydroboost gel sunscreen (it's the only one I use on my face anymore), so I was excited to try another sunscreen from them that was designed for the face. I was not disappointed. Another absolute hit!! I cannot race about this sunscreen enough. Absolutely zero white cast, it comes out clear and runs into the skin clear. Zero worries there. It has a light, floral scent which is a very nice change from the standard sunscreen smell, but you can definitely smell the alcohol in the formula immediately upon spraying. It does dissipate quickly. Lastly, the texture and consistency - this rubbed into my skin a lot like a dry oil (think something like Bio-Oil). It felt very luxurious and light, and absolutely not greasy at all. I was so surprised to find that of all the sunscreens I've tried over the years, this was by far the least greasy/oily. This is one I could actually see myself applying before makeup, a feat that I've never dated with traditional, greasy formulas. The price is also very reasonable, considering other major brands and the fact that this will last a while if it's only being used on the face.
I #gotitfree to try through the ChickAdvisor Product Review Club.
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Schmidt's Aluminum Free Sandalwood + Citrus Natural Deodorant for Women and Men
I love me a good Schmidt's deodorant scent, and lo and behold they've done it again! This one is from their "Signature" line, meaning it has baking soda and charcoal powder to hit odours hard. No surprise that this formulation is also vegan... +
I love me a good Schmidt's deodorant scent, and lo and behold they've done it again! This one is from their "Signature" line, meaning it has baking soda and charcoal powder to hit odours hard. No surprise that this formulation is also vegan, cruelty-free, and all-natural. I love using deodorants as opposed to aluminum-laden anti-perspirants over the winter, when I'm not sweating as heavily. This scent is perfect for these cold months - with the woodsy yet light notes from the sandalwood, mixed with lingering citrus, the resulting fragrance is fresh and masculine, but just the right balance to be used by everyone. Yet another hit from Schmidt's, who fails to disappoint!
I #gotitfree to try through the ChickAdvisor Product Review Club.
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Schmidt's Aluminum Free Coconut + Pineapple Natural Deodorant for Women and Men
This deodorant is from Schmidt's "Sensitive" line, meaning its specially formulated for sensitive skin, with no baking soda. No worries, though - it still gets the job done, keeping odours away for 24 hours! The scent is vibrant and fresh, and... +
This deodorant is from Schmidt's "Sensitive" line, meaning its specially formulated for sensitive skin, with no baking soda. No worries, though - it still gets the job done, keeping odours away for 24 hours! The scent is vibrant and fresh, and totally unlike any other deodorant scent I've come across on the market. It's reminiscent of citrus-flavoured gummies and smells incredibly yummy. I'm looking forward to using this in the warmer months - maybe the interaction with my body heat will help to bring out the scent more and leave me smelling like a gummy bear ;) . ALl this being said, I do think the lack of charcoal powder and baking soda may have an impact - this deodorant didn't last quite as long as the signature Schmidt's sticks, and left me a little stinkier than I would have liked, a little earlier in the day than intended. For those with sensitive skin, however, who are trying to avoid anti-perspirants and chemical-laden deodorants, I would still recommend giving this a go. It's not perfect, but finding the unique list of qualities that this boasts in conjunction with fail-safe effectiveness is a difficult task. As with all Schmidt's products, the ingredients list is beautifully all-natural, there are no artificial fragrances, and the product isn't tested on animals. This is the sort of product that anyone can get behind!
I #gotitfree to try through the ChickAdvisor Product Review Club.
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