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Young Living Essential Lavendar Oil
I used some of this oil (along with Peppermint and a blend called PanAway - it includes wintergreen- on a bee sting that I got on my foot. It relieves the pain and swelling within an hour and has been effective at relieving itching after 2 or 3 days... +
I used some of this oil (along with Peppermint and a blend called PanAway - it includes wintergreen- on a bee sting that I got on my foot. It relieves the pain and swelling within an hour and has been effective at relieving itching after 2 or 3 days as well. Great natural choice! -
Baby Bjorn 023049US Baby Carrier Original, Graphite
love this carrier - have my hands free to do laundry or make dinner!
love this carrier - have my hands free to do laundry or make dinner! -
Herbal Essence Hairspray Set Me Up Fixatif
Great Hairspray! I switched from my usual no-name as they were sold out. I did the "spray test" in the store and was sold on the scent alone! Have loved the hairspray since I started using it - great hold, not sticky, works well with heat... +
Great Hairspray! I switched from my usual no-name as they were sold out. I did the "spray test" in the store and was sold on the scent alone! Have loved the hairspray since I started using it - great hold, not sticky, works well with heat -aerosol is a must have. -
Vichy Aqualia Thermal Light Cream
This is the best moisturizer I have ever used. It is a little pricey (about $25/jar) and I go through about 3 jars a year. I use it every morning and after every shower. It hydrates my face without being greasy and heavy. Plus my husband says it... +
This is the best moisturizer I have ever used. It is a little pricey (about $25/jar) and I go through about 3 jars a year. I use it every morning and after every shower. It hydrates my face without being greasy and heavy. Plus my husband says it smells great! -
Aveeno Positively Radiant Tinted Moisturizer SPF 30
I purchased this product before a trip to Mexico with the hopes that it could be used in place of foundation with the added benefit of sunscreen. I was so pleased with how it worked - I didn't have to worry about putting on makeup - it provided... +
I purchased this product before a trip to Mexico with the hopes that it could be used in place of foundation with the added benefit of sunscreen. I was so pleased with how it worked - I didn't have to worry about putting on makeup - it provided a smooth light coverage, a little greasy like sunscreen is, but easy to spread. -
Aveeno Fresh Essentials Anti-Fatigue Eye Roller
I received this product through the Product Review Club. After using it twice a day (morning and before bed) I found that it did nothing to help my dark circles, puffy eyes, which was disappointing. It also stayed wet under my eyes for too long... +
I received this product through the Product Review Club.
After using it twice a day (morning and before bed) I found that it did nothing to help my dark circles, puffy eyes, which was disappointing. It also stayed wet under my eyes for too long which made it awkward to apply makeup, etc. I went swimming in an indoor chlorinated pool one night before bed and then applied this product afterwards and found that my skin was very sensitive the the product stung on my eyes. I did not have problems with sensitivity other than this.
This product does smell AMAZING, which earns points, just no points for what it is supposed to do.
Overall, I will not be repurchasing this product.
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Crest 3D White Whitestrips 2-hour Express
I received this product to try through the Product Review Club. I have never whitened my teeth before and have some slight discoloration. The package comes with 4 treatments (a years' worth if you whiten every 3 months a suggested). My... +
I received this product to try through the Product Review Club.
I have never whitened my teeth before and have some slight discoloration. The package comes with 4 treatments (a years' worth if you whiten every 3 months a suggested). My husband and I both tried them on the same night.
I will say that the box comes with almost no directions at all. There are two strips (upper and lower) in each pouch, but nowhere does it tell you which strip is which. I assumed the longer strip was for the top, so we went with that. It would be nice if both strips were longer so that they covered more of your teeth.
We ended up watching TV for 2 hours and having the strips on was very uncomfortable. They do stick to your teeth quite well, but there is some foaming action and I had my mouth open most of the time which felt weird.
I wasn't expecting Hollywood white or anything, but still I was disappointed that the results were barely noticeable. I did take before and after pictures so I could tell for sure - Crest should include a shade guide or something so that you can see how much whiter your teeth got.
After removing the strips I definitely had to brush my teeth as there was a lot of residue. Almost immediately after I finished the treatment my teeth started to ache. I normally do not have sensitive teeth (hot/cold), but they were painful, like after you have eaten something very acidic or have a toothache. My husband experienced pain as well and the next day it was uncomfortable to eat/drink. The sensitivity lasted about 18 hours for us.
I happened to have a dentist appointment this week and I mentioned the experience to my hygienist. She had never heard of a 2-hour at home kit and was skeptical of the results compared to office whitening. She also said that a lot of people have sensitivity after whitening.
Overall, I might try the rest of the strips in the box to see if I can get my teeth any whiter, but for the price and discomfort I experienced, I will not be going out of my way to purchase/use any more of these products.
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Undine's Retreat Hair Studio
Undine's retreat is a (relatively) small spa in the (relatively) small town of Chilliwack. They have 3 locations, the spa, a hair studio, and a new wellness studio. I am a regular at the hair studio and have had no complaints - Gabi is my... +
Undine's retreat is a (relatively) small spa in the (relatively) small town of Chilliwack. They have 3 locations, the spa, a hair studio, and a new wellness studio.
I am a regular at the hair studio and have had no complaints - Gabi is my stylist and I always get what I want!
Price is about average I would say. Would love to see them start a rewards program...
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L'Oreal Paris Voluminous Million Lashes Mascara
I kept seeing the commercial for this mascara so I decided to try it after I ran out of my old standby (CoverGirl Lash Blast). The tube is kind of cheap looking - like dollar store gold foil. I LOVE the brush on this mascara. The built in wiper... +
I kept seeing the commercial for this mascara so I decided to try it after I ran out of my old standby (CoverGirl Lash Blast). The tube is kind of cheap looking - like dollar store gold foil. I LOVE the brush on this mascara. The built in wiper system is genius - all mascaras should have this - no more wiping your brush all the way around the top rim of your mascara tube and making a huge mess - or blotting against a paper towel and wasting half of the product. The end of the brush does still get excess mascara on it because it gets thinner at the end and the wiper doesn't catch it, but still does what it says it will do.
The mascara formula,however, I did not care for. It is too liquidy and I can't be bothered waiting for my mascara to "dry" before I can blink or apply other makeup. It does not flake at all (which I can't say for my usual everyday mascara) which is good but overall I would not switch to this mascara.
It does separate lashes like an average mascara - nothing to write home about - I found that it appears to lengthen more than volumize.
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AVON Glazewear Liquid Lip Colour
Love my Avon Glazewear - I haven't tried the coloured ones, but I have the clear/crystal one (with shimmer) and its great just on its own for a little bit of shine or as a top coat over something else. This reminds me, I should order another... +
Love my Avon Glazewear - I haven't tried the coloured ones, but I have the clear/crystal one (with shimmer) and its great just on its own for a little bit of shine or as a top coat over something else. This reminds me, I should order another one as I keep scrang just a little bit more out of the empty tube everytime I use it.!!! Has a great "fabric-y" brush to which I like. Very reasonable price as well - of course, it's Avon! -
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