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Member Since: July 4, 2013Reviews
Schmidt's Rose + Vanilla Natural Deodorant
I feel the product works very well and does seem to cut back on perspiration. The application works good, it's a bit grainy, but I like the texture. The problem I have really is just that this scent is just not for me and I am unable to use it due... +
I feel the product works very well and does seem to cut back on perspiration. The application works good, it's a bit grainy, but I like the texture. The problem I have really is just that this scent is just not for me and I am unable to use it due to this. It said that it was Rose + Vanilla; however, I can't smell any vanilla and only rose. I already knew when I applied I was taking a risk, and I did because I really wanted to try the deodorant, hoping it would be more vanilla or a milder rose. So I'm not judging this product on the smell, but rather it's efficacy. I would try this again if there are other scents to use. -
Dove Men+ Care Blue Eucalyptus + Birch Body and Face Wash
Note: I am a woman who has used this product and this is my review from using the product first hand. ⠀ ⠀ Smell: At first I thought the scent was a bit strong, but I did like the scent. During the shower, when I first applied the body wash I was... +
Note: I am a woman who has used this product and this is my review from using the product first hand. ⠀
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Smell: At first I thought the scent was a bit strong, but I did like the scent. During the shower, when I first applied the body wash I was surprised that the scent diffused into a wonderful smell reminiscent of a fresh forest. After finishing, the scent changes slightly again and is more mellowed but refreshing. Still smells like the woods, but in a very good way. I noticed the smell of Birch over Eucalyptus more. The Eucalyptus is noticeable, but not in a way where you feel your nose is automatically clearing during the shower.⠀
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Washing: The product has little exfoliating particles which do not feel scratchy but suds up very well. You feel like you are getting a good clean and because of the smell it is also very enjoyable, so you take more time during the shower to be extra clean. It enhances the experience for me. A little product goes a long way and I imagine a bottle will last quite a while, but that depends on your shower frequency.⠀
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Packaging: I love the masculine design, as a woman I get tired of all the pink and floral, themes and slender packaging. However, the design of the cap I found to be hard to open during showering without dropping the bottle. So in that way, the packaging is designed much more for a man's hands, which I don’t have. I’m also a short woman too. The notch to push up is rather difficult, because it is slippery in a shower. It is not hard to push up though. ⠀
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Dispensation: The design of the bottle lid/cap makes it more likely that the soap will smoosh all over between the cap and inside the cap between the dispensing area. The design of the bottle dispensation could be improved so the liquid doesn’t get gooey and build up around the hole and the lid.⠀
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After shower: What really strange is that, for all the women's products I’ve used out there, this product actually left my skin so smooth I was constantly feeling my arms and thinking just how smooth I felt.⠀
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* I received this product free to provide a review.
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Mott's Fruitsations +Fibre Unsweetened Mango Peach
I've tried a few flavours before and tend to stick to the raspberry flavoured Mott's as it has a nice sweet tart flavour. At first I expected this particular flavour to be more sweet then tart, but it was a good blend of both. I feel that the... +
I've tried a few flavours before and tend to stick to the raspberry flavoured Mott's as it has a nice sweet tart flavour.
At first I expected this particular flavour to be more sweet then tart, but it was a good blend of both. I feel that the flavour of peach was more than that of the mango. The smell of the applesauce was very pleasant and made me happy. Fruit smells make me happy.
I would definitely purchase this flavour again. Thank you Mott's for making great applesauces.
I received this product free in exchange for a review from Family Rated.
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GT's Synergy Organic Kombucha Divine Grape
First of all I love that they calories depict the actual whole bottle. Only 80 calories. This particular kombucha is grape, but there is also kiwi juice along with black and green tea along and the kombucha cultures. I haven't tried too many... +
First of all I love that they calories depict the actual whole bottle. Only 80 calories.
This particular kombucha is grape, but there is also kiwi juice along with black and green tea along and the kombucha cultures.
I haven't tried too many kombucha's at this point. But I really enjoy this one! If you really like your kombucha's on the more effervescent side this one is definitely worth it.
Remember before opening, turn it upside down to twirl it and mix any sediment from the bottom. The only bad thing is that this product is often about $4 here in Canada. Although I have no problem with the price, my budget does.
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Canada Dry Cranberry Ginger Ale
You know, I had tried cranberry ginger ale before. But this time, it tastes so much better. It's not overwhelming in taste of one or the other (cranberry or ginger). Honestly it's very delightful to drink and very refreshing. I wanted to try the... +
You know, I had tried cranberry ginger ale before. But this time, it tastes so much better. It's not overwhelming in taste of one or the other (cranberry or ginger). Honestly it's very delightful to drink and very refreshing. I wanted to try the diet, as I'm trying not to drink sugary soda's but was unable to find it at the time I went to redeem my coupon. Each can is 140 calories which is fine as an occasional treat. I will go out and try the diet as well once I'm finished the 12 pack of regular.
I received this product for free through Chickadvisor, through the Product Review Club.
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La Roche Posay Anthelios XL Lotion Ultra-Light
So I've been trying to find a new sunscreen. This particular one was included as a free sample from a La Roche Posay order. I don't know if it's for the face in particular, but that is what I used it on. The lotion is very sheer and absorbs easily... +
So I've been trying to find a new sunscreen. This particular one was included as a free sample from a La Roche Posay order. I don't know if it's for the face in particular, but that is what I used it on. The lotion is very sheer and absorbs easily. The smell still smells like sunscreen but that's okay. Being a light-weight formula it is not waterproof though. It however does live up to it's claims of being non-greasy and has high absorption. It feels dry to the touch after application.
The fact that it was so easily absorb-able is the biggest downfall too. I feel like the product won't last as long and it takes a lot more to cover an area than other products. So depending on your priorities this will either be a great sunscreen lotion for you or it won't. I would however like to try other La Roche Posay sunscreen products to see if another one would suit me better.
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TULA Purifying Face Cleaser - With Probiotics
Well I wasn't expecting much from random products from FabFitFun (spring box) but I have to admit this is my favorite product from it. It feels like it leaves a protective layer on your face after washing and your skin feels so smooth and soft... +
Well I wasn't expecting much from random products from FabFitFun (spring box) but I have to admit this is my favorite product from it. It feels like it leaves a protective layer on your face after washing and your skin feels so smooth and soft after.
Bonus, my random breakouts along my chin line have lessened since using this product. The smell is unique, but not too strong. I can't quite place what kind of scent this facial wash is.
Ease of use: A little goes a long way. It lathers up without overly lathering.
Smell: Fresh maybe and little floral but not overwhelming. Mostly fresh.
Added Skincare Routine: Yes
Amount of product: Quite a bit, I imagine it will last about 6 months. But I do not use it daily.
Overall: Any loss of a 5 star rating is solely due to the price range of this product. As for me it would be an investment.
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U by Kotex Fitness Pads
I usually get the extra long. You know because some women channel and some just leak. Well, the best way to fix the issue if you channel forward, is put the pad on backwards. So front is back and back is front. That means the larger area is are the... +
I usually get the extra long. You know because some women channel and some just leak. Well, the best way to fix the issue if you channel forward, is put the pad on backwards. So front is back and back is front. That means the larger area is are the front part of your panties.
They can leak, and to be fair I don't use these during fitness. I'll never use pads doing any type of fitness especially on heavy flow days. That's just an accident waiting to happen. But these are light and airy and work just fine if you are doing sitting + standing types of things.
These for now are my go to pads though.
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Listerine® Total Care Zero Alcohol Free Mouthwash
This is my favorite mouthwash. Listerine Total Care Zero is easy on the mouth but still attacks your mouth with cleaning. I was so happy to find a mouthwash without alcohol that was effective. It's long lasting too. The flavour is a generic mint... +
This is my favorite mouthwash. Listerine Total Care Zero is easy on the mouth but still attacks your mouth with cleaning. I was so happy to find a mouthwash without alcohol that was effective.
It's long lasting too. The flavour is a generic mint, at least to me. The only thing I would change about this product is that no color is really needed. So why is any added? If you want a colour, colour the bottle.
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Dove Go Fresh Pear & Aloe Vera Scent Dry Spray Antiperspirant
I recently tried a bunch of Dove dry spray products. I started using them as I felt like they only added a thin layer to my pits compared to sticks. My usual Dove dry spray was Cucumber & Green Tea. Which is one of my favorite scents. After trying... +
I recently tried a bunch of Dove dry spray products. I started using them as I felt like they only added a thin layer to my pits compared to sticks.
My usual Dove dry spray was Cucumber & Green Tea. Which is one of my favorite scents. After trying this new one from Dove in the Pear & Aloe it is now my new favorite scent.
For the longest time I was using Degree dry spray, but switched to Dove as it was milder on my skin. As these Dove dry sprays have lotion in them as well. In terms of performance, they work as well as you apply them. So I've had no problems.
Always remember to shake your dry spray can and if it clogs, just take the top off and clean the nozzle inside. I've only had this happen one time, likely because I forgot to shake the thing properly for distribution.
As for the scent, it does smell like pears but I don't know that aloe really has a smell. But the scent is super fresh and clean smelling, so I love it very much.
This product was provided free through the Chickadvisor Product Review Club.
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