jtothek
Member Since: May 26, 2009Reviews
Crest 3D White Whitestrips 2-hour Express
I've whitened my teeth before, and usually it involves multiple applications over several days to see results, so this 2-hour express version is certainly more convenient. The strips are easy to apply, and not too troublesome to wear (my mouth... +
I've whitened my teeth before, and usually it involves multiple applications over several days to see results, so this 2-hour express version is certainly more convenient. The strips are easy to apply, and not too troublesome to wear (my mouth felt a little dry, but nothing you can't manage.)
Though I didn't do before and after shots, I'd say my teeth were whiter. Unfortunately they were also far more sensitive. My lower teeth actually ached for the rest of the day. I don't normally have sensitive teeth, but this was apparently a bit much for my pearly whites. While I love that I wouldn't have to do it again for 3 months, I'm not sure it will be worth the mouth pain. I might have to switch up for the sensitive teeth version.
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Marcelle Essentials 1st Wrinkles Day Cream SPF 15
I received this cream from the product review club and I've been quite happy with it. It has the fragrance and consistency of a good sunscreen (like Ombrelle, perhaps). It absorbs fairly quickly and keeps my skin soft for a long time. It's a... +
I received this cream from the product review club and I've been quite happy with it. It has the fragrance and consistency of a good sunscreen (like Ombrelle, perhaps). It absorbs fairly quickly and keeps my skin soft for a long time. It's a little bit heavier than the moisturizer I use now, but I don't find it too heavy for the summer months. I love that it has SPF 15. A little goes a long way, so a pot would probably last a while. I don't have many wrinkles, but I'm at the age where I'm interested in preventing them, so this cream is a good fit for me! -
Breyers Smooth & Dreamy Frozen Dessert
I can't believe it's not ice cream! Or high fatty ice cream that is. As someone who pays a lot of attention to what they eat but looooves ice cream, this is the perfect compromise. It didn't have that ground-up popsicle taste that so... +
I can't believe it's not ice cream! Or high fatty ice cream that is. As someone who pays a lot of attention to what they eat but looooves ice cream, this is the perfect compromise. It didn't have that ground-up popsicle taste that so many low-fat ice creams have. Both my friend and I who ate it thought it could pass for the real thing. It was creamy with just enough caramel.
My only complaint is that I had to go to 4 stores before I found a store that carried it. (Okay, one store carried only vanilla, but I wanted a real flavour). Hopefully more retailers pick it up!
*** Editor's note***
The ice cream is real cream! Many low fat products are "frozen dessert" but these ice cream tubs are made with real cream. Glad you liked it!
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Giovanni Cosmetics Shampoo Tea Tree Triple Treat
For an organic product (though I'm unsure if it's entirely organic), this shampoo is reasonably priced. The scent is refreshing, though a trifle antiseptic. It lathers fairly well, but I found that it left my hair rather dull and lacklustre... +
For an organic product (though I'm unsure if it's entirely organic), this shampoo is reasonably priced. The scent is refreshing, though a trifle antiseptic. It lathers fairly well, but I found that it left my hair rather dull and lacklustre. Maybe it was too harsh for my hair type. -
Maybelline New York Define-A-Lash Lengthening Mascara
I've found some mascaras I really love lately, and I thought this one wasn't bad, but it didn't knock my socks off. My main complaint is that too much product comes out on the brush, so I find I always have too much on my lashes, and... +
I've found some mascaras I really love lately, and I thought this one wasn't bad, but it didn't knock my socks off. My main complaint is that too much product comes out on the brush, so I find I always have too much on my lashes, and often end up with some on my face. But on the plus side, it doesn't clump and it's a decent lengthening mascara. Just not my fave. -
Vaseline Intensive Care Cocoa Radiant Lotion with Pure Cocoa Butter
This is my go-to moisturizing lotion. Honestly, one of the main reasons is the delicious summery smell, which is fairly natural and not overpowering (good for people who like warm, vanilla-like scents). But I wouldn't keep buying it if it also... +
This is my go-to moisturizing lotion. Honestly, one of the main reasons is the delicious summery smell, which is fairly natural and not overpowering (good for people who like warm, vanilla-like scents). But I wouldn't keep buying it if it also wasn't effective. The lotion absorbs quickly and keeps the skin soft a long time -- even in winter! It's a great value and a product I've bought again and again. -
Vaseline Sheer Infusion Body Lotion
I'm already a vaseline lotion user (I regularly use their Cocoa Butter Deep Conditioning Lotion because it smells so much like summer), and I was curious if this product would be even better than the one I love so much. So naturally I had to do... +
I'm already a vaseline lotion user (I regularly use their Cocoa Butter Deep Conditioning Lotion because it smells so much like summer), and I was curious if this product would be even better than the one I love so much. So naturally I had to do a leg-to-leg comparison. One leg with Cocoa Butter, one with Sheer infusion.
The result? The Sheer infusion DID stay moisturized longer and my leg was super soft. The cream absorbs well, and the fresh scent isn't too strong off putting (I'll admit, the Cocoa Butter still wins in the scent department).
The streamlined little bottle also makes it handy to stash somewhere. I'd definitely buy it again.
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COVERGIRL LashBlast Length Mascara
I'm big on mascara that doesn't clump and that looks pretty natural, and a while ago I realized this means looking for a "lengthening" formula. Covergirl LashBlast Length mascara certainly meets both of those criteria, although it almost... +
I'm big on mascara that doesn't clump and that looks pretty natural, and a while ago I realized this means looking for a "lengthening" formula. Covergirl LashBlast Length mascara certainly meets both of those criteria, although it almost strays on the side of TOO natural. Doing the ol' "one eye with, one eye without" comparison, I could see a different, but it's very subtle. Good news for those who like the natural look, or for those times when you want to pretend you just have naturally fab lashes.
The box also promised it would wash off easily, which was true -- no need for make up remover to get rid left over makeup raccoon eyes.
The applicator brush was exceptional -- no clumping, and great lash definition.
Overall, I think I'd like a little more oomph for my daily mascara, but the price is great and there's a good chance I'd buy it again.
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Burt's Bees Beeswax Lip Balm with Vitamin-E & Peppermint
When I first tried the lifeguard version of this product, I found it too waxy, but I've since discovered the original is just right! I love that peppermint tingle, and it's nice to put an all-natural product on the thin, sensitive skin on... +
When I first tried the lifeguard version of this product, I found it too waxy, but I've since discovered the original is just right! I love that peppermint tingle, and it's nice to put an all-natural product on the thin, sensitive skin on your lips. This has become my go to lip balm. -
Ben & Jerry's Barenaked Ladies If I had 1,000,000 Flavours Ice Cream
Named after the iconic Barenaked Ladies song, this ice cream is Ben & Jerry's first Canadian venture (note the "u" in flavours), and all the proceeds go to a literacy charity. Which is all good, but you should also buy it because it's like... +
Named after the iconic Barenaked Ladies song, this ice cream is Ben & Jerry's first Canadian venture (note the "u" in flavours), and all the proceeds go to a literacy charity. Which is all good, but you should also buy it because it's like eating all your favourite ice creams together! Peanut butter cups, caramel chunks, nuts, white chocolate in chocolate and vanilla ice cream. I wasn't sure at first but it turned out to be amazingly satisfying.
It's a little pricey of course, but sometimes with ice cream a small package can be a good thing, right?
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