PG2011
Member Since: January 3, 2012Reviews
CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30
I received this products (for free) to review. I found the cream to be noticeably thicker, shinier and slower to absorb than other facial moisturizers, which made putting makeup a lot more difficult. It was more uncomfortable to wear, as I was... +
I received this products (for free) to review.
I found the cream to be noticeably thicker, shinier and slower to absorb than other facial moisturizers, which made putting makeup a lot more difficult. It was more uncomfortable to wear, as I was constantly aware of it`s presence, rather than my usual moisturizer which feels near weightless, absorbs readily and makes applying makeup a breeze. The only time I can see myself finishing the bottom would be in the summer when I would like the SPF protection and do not intend to wear makeup (e.g. walks, park visits, etc). It is also more expensive than my current moisturizer for a less desirable outcome.
On the positive side, I did like the pump dispenser better than my usual moisturizer which does not have any such mechanism. I found this made it effortless to control the amount of product being used, while mitigating waste.
As a result of the above, I would not recommend this product.
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Dairy Queen Blizzard Cakes
We were fortunate to receive a free DQ cake to review during a family gathering. What a delicious task! We selected a Skor Blizzard Cake (without personalization, so we could do our own) which is my spouse`s favourite. It was absolutely delicious... +
We were fortunate to receive a free DQ cake to review during a family gathering. What a delicious task! We selected a Skor Blizzard Cake (without personalization, so we could do our own) which is my spouse`s favourite. It was absolutely delicious and enjoyed by all at a recent family celebration.
While the price is higher than we are accustom to spending on desserts, it was so delicious that it was definitely deserving of a premium price over a standard cake. It`s sweetness means that a small slice is incredibly satisfying for those looking to add value into the premium price. That being said, the cake is taller than I expected which added value above what I anticipated.
It would be great if the lid were shorter, as there is a great deal of space between the cake and the lid which made it harder to fit in our more unconventional freezer (done in smaller drawers vs. a more traditional open concept. If someone had an apartment size freezer, they might struggle to find space without removing other frozen goods so best to plan ahead and minimize the extra contents before picking up the cake.
The decorations were better in-person than the online pictures displayed, so kudos to the cake decorator at our location. We much preferred the more refined decorating style vs. the over-iced (old fashioned) style online.
The online ordering process was incredibly simple, though we were disappointed that not all blizzard flavours were available. We were originally aiming for Reese peanut butter cups but it was not an option, but it was truly delicious - so despite the original disappointment, it left me asking Reese who?! ;)
Noteworthy was the wonderful staff member at DQ who asked us twice is we wanted personalization and carried the cake out to the car for us, as I had my hands full with a toddler in two. She was keen to ensure we had the best experience - delighting both myself and the toddler with her thoughtful words and actions.
Thank you so much for DQ & Chick Advisor for putting such a delicious and generous review opportunity. Having never had a blizzard cake, I know we will again, extra spending and all which for this more frugally-minded spender says a lot!
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Quaker Harvest Crunch Quinoa Bar
*I was selected to review this product for free as part of the review club This granola bar was quite yummy - especially compared to the competition. A great way to use a newly popularized ingredient (quinoa) to make a great, portable snack. While... +
*I was selected to review this product for free as part of the review club
This granola bar was quite yummy - especially compared to the competition. A great way to use a newly popularized ingredient (quinoa) to make a great, portable snack. While the inside was great, I would prefer the granola bar without chocolate. I think the rest of it easily could have stood on it`s own and been a perfect bar. Every Harvest Crunch bar I have had is really tasty, great texture and quality packaging. I shared these bars with 2 family members who love the addition of the chocolate topping, so my preference is definitely in the minority between that and other reviews online. Thank you for a tasty sample! We will definitely be buying these again.
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Huggies Little Movers Slip-On Diaper Pants
Huggies Little Movers have a great premise but I found the delivery did not live up to my hopes. The slip-on, slip-off seems like a dream come true but in reality (especially the messy ones), it`s not as easy to mitigate potential mess and content... +
Huggies Little Movers have a great premise but I found the delivery did not live up to my hopes. The slip-on, slip-off seems like a dream come true but in reality (especially the messy ones), it`s not as easy to mitigate potential mess and content transfer. They do have a nice fit but given the premium price and less than desirable use, I would have to pass on these. Certainly not the worst but definitely not worth the premium you pay for the convenience. In our case, we prefer a classic diaper from the competition for daytime and Huggies Overnights for nighttime (oddly they are fantastic but we have never had luck with their daytime products). That being said, we are using all 20 and greatly appreciate the opportunity from ChickAdvisor and Huggies to test them. Thank you! -
Always Radiant Incredibly Thin Liners
While they are great at delivering a comfortable and thin liner... they are extremely overpriced and do not perform quite as well as my go-to store brand. I can buy 2-3 boxes of my usual (on sale at least monthly) for the same price as the estimated... +
While they are great at delivering a comfortable and thin liner... they are extremely overpriced and do not perform quite as well as my go-to store brand. I can buy 2-3 boxes of my usual (on sale at least monthly) for the same price as the estimated $6.99 retail shown on the main page of these product reviews. They did a great job of not sticking to my underwear or shifting (as other brands have), so that`s definitely a positive. Even if they performed as well as mine, I think the cost difference is too substantial to ignore given that I use them daily.
Editor's Note: this member received a free product as part of the ChickAdvisor Product Review Club.
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Tampax Radiant Pearl Tampons
The Pros - Awesome packaging (peel back the sticker to a nice large opening to retrieve the tampon). As another reviewer said, it`s a great way to discreetly manage it in public without the usual crinkling and fussing around to get the packaging... +
The Pros - Awesome packaging (peel back the sticker to a nice large opening to retrieve the tampon). As another reviewer said, it`s a great way to discreetly manage it in public without the usual crinkling and fussing around to get the packaging open. I definitely love the packaging better than my go-to brand (open like a bag of chips and push it out. Like my go-to brand, it`s easy to insert (love the smooth plastic applicator). I did notice the applicator was clearly smaller and more contoured than my usual.
The Cons - Did a terrible job on the absorption front. It did not fan out the way mine does. It`s shape (once it expands) did not suit my body well and left areas at risk for leakage (ultimately leaking when it would get too much). Thank goodness for liners! I never go without a back-up plan due to my typically heavy periods but being one of the lighter ones (relative to my normal), these could not handle it. I can only imagine what they would do with my regular periods. Yikes!
Editor's Note: this member received a free product as part of the ChickAdvisor Product Review Club.
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Always Radiant Infinity Pads
I was hoping these would be great, given the frequency of always coupons out there to combine with sales. While they are very comfortable, they do not do a great job collecting and absorbing liquid. It spreads to the outer edges too easily to feel... +
I was hoping these would be great, given the frequency of always coupons out there to combine with sales. While they are very comfortable, they do not do a great job collecting and absorbing liquid. It spreads to the outer edges too easily to feel comfortable wearing it on anything but the last day of the period where flow is extremely light or as a back-up to overnight tampons. Nice, thoughtful packaging (eat to open & access in few steps). Beautiful box.
Editor's Note: this member received a free product as part of the ChickAdvisor Product Review Club.
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Revlon Spotlight Eyelash Curler
While the LED technology is a great feature, I find my mascara wand does a superior job. Having to add a step to achieve similar (but not superior) results does not seem worth the time investment. Previous mascaras would never do this well, so in... +
While the LED technology is a great feature, I find my mascara wand does a superior job. Having to add a step to achieve similar (but not superior) results does not seem worth the time investment. Previous mascaras would never do this well, so in those days, I can see the benefit of having a safe, LED eyelash curler to help bring out my lashes. -
Dove White Beauty Bar
Selected to test this product, I set out to use it for a few days to get a proper opinion of it`s quality and effectiveness. As far as bar soaps go, this one moisturizes very well. It`s easy to apply, lathers well and holds it`s general shape with... +
Selected to test this product, I set out to use it for a few days to get a proper opinion of it`s quality and effectiveness. As far as bar soaps go, this one moisturizes very well. It`s easy to apply, lathers well and holds it`s general shape with ongoing use. We just had an experience with another company`s bar soap that flaked and fell apart, so this was a great example of what bar soap should be.
The major drawback is the overpowering scent (not even a great scent at that). I have a general disdain for things that smell that strongly and prefer more subdued scents. For those that have no scent-sitivities ;), by all means, this would be a great choice.
I think I will stick with my body wash on this one, after giving this a try.
Editor's Note: this member received a free product as part of the ChickAdvisor Product Review Club.
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Always Infinity Pads
As I prepared for the birth of my child, I read a lot of recommendations for these pads. Super absorbent, did not irritate and good quality. A little more than other pads but well worth the investment during a time when convenience and needing it to... +
As I prepared for the birth of my child, I read a lot of recommendations for these pads. Super absorbent, did not irritate and good quality. A little more than other pads but well worth the investment during a time when convenience and needing it to be effective was as important as ever. I will definitely look to these when I return to needing them for regular use, in addition to my regular brand. Whichever is the best price when I need to stock up. -
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