Theguite
Member Since: January 12, 2017Reviews
AXE® Ice Chill™ 2-in-1 Shampoo + Conditioner
I really love the smell of this Shampoo/Conditioner combo, though oddly I don’t think it smells of spearmint at all. It’s hard to explain what the smell is, exactly, but it has a very nice “blue” scent that stands apart from the other Axe... +
I really love the smell of this Shampoo/Conditioner combo, though oddly I don’t think it smells of spearmint at all. It’s hard to explain what the smell is, exactly, but it has a very nice “blue” scent that stands apart from the other Axe 2-in-1 products I’ve tried. It smells great in the shower and then fades quickly once your hair is dry. It did have a tingle, maybe that's the spearmint!
I did find this product dried out my hair a tiny bit, but I’m prone to dry hair and dry skin so others might not have the same problem. Using it is very easy, as a combination product you just need to lather it and let it sit for a few minutes before washing it out. It makes for a faster and easier shower in the morning when time is tight, and it felt/smelt great to use. I would certainly recommend it to someone else.
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AXE® Ice Chill™ Body Spray
This deodorant/body spray can be used on its own if you like, but I never like to use spray-on deodorants alone, so I used this to freshen up after using a stick anti-perspirant in the morning, and found that it makes for an amazing body spray. The... +
This deodorant/body spray can be used on its own if you like, but I never like to use spray-on deodorants alone, so I used this to freshen up after using a stick anti-perspirant in the morning, and found that it makes for an amazing body spray. The scent is really refreshing and smells amazing, even better than the stick of anti-perspirant which is supposed to have the same smell. It’s a bit strong, so only using a small amount is important, but when used properly I found it had the same effect as a cologne.
If you’re looking for a subtle body spray, this isn’t it. It has a really strong but pleasant smell that lasts for hours, and can easily be re-applied on the go thanks to its simple twist-cap design. It makes for an amazing mid-day touch-up if you’re sweating a lot.
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AXE Ice Chill Antiperspirant Stick
This antiperspirant has a really refreshing and pleasant smell. It’s very unique, and I was pleasantly surprised by that, as I find many antiperspirants have similar scents that fail to stand out. It also does a good job of keeping you smelling... +
This antiperspirant has a really refreshing and pleasant smell. It’s very unique, and I was pleasantly surprised by that, as I find many antiperspirants have similar scents that fail to stand out. It also does a good job of keeping you smelling fresh all day, though I did find that by the end of the day I had some white flakes under my arms where the antiperspirant had started to clump up. It also limited how much I was sweating, keeping my clothes dry and putting my mind at ease.
Overall I would recommend this product to others. The scent alone is a really refreshing change of pace, even if it does clump a little bit. Besides that one small problem, I really enjoyed this antiperspirant and found it very effective.
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Gillette Skinguard Men's Razor
As someone who has become accustomed to razors with five or even six blades in recent years, I was skeptical about this 2-blade design. I’m no expert, but if five blades sometimes struggles to give me a smooth shave, surely having just two blades... +
As someone who has become accustomed to razors with five or even six blades in recent years, I was skeptical about this 2-blade design. I’m no expert, but if five blades sometimes struggles to give me a smooth shave, surely having just two blades would be worse. To my surprise, this two-blade design gave me an incredibly smooth and close shave without any irritation at all.
The secret seems to be the skinguard design, the small blue plastic pieces between the two blades. I couldn’t tell you how they work or what they do, but I can say that they gave me an amazing shave.The blade rotates and adjusts enough to move smoothly over the jawline, and I was able to finish a complete shave without any irritation and without a single scratch.
The handle itself is pretty standard for Gillette. It’s easy to grip and maneuver, and washes clean afterwards without much effort. The real focus for this product is the heads, which can also be detached and then placed on the handles for a variety of similar Gillette products. In terms of looks, it's awesome. The sleek silver looks cool without being tacky and it's frankly, just a nice razor.
Here's a tip for keeping your razors good; gently 'dab' the razor dry using a piece of folded toilet paper (don't move it back and forth or you will cut and end up with stuck tissue, dab only) after use. Drying the razor after each use will keep it good for much longer. Don't keep it in the shower either! Water makes razors go done much faster.
I have nothing negative to say about this razor, it did an incredible job and was extremely easy to use without any discomfort or pain. It's sharp, looks great and is one of the best I've tried to date.
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AXE Apollo Body Spray
Apollo has a strong scent that is definitely very 'aftershavey' and brings to mind teenage boys and the classic 'Axe' scent. It is nice, though very easy to overspray, so definitely go gentle with this one. There's a hint of menthol in there too, I... +
Apollo has a strong scent that is definitely very 'aftershavey' and brings to mind teenage boys and the classic 'Axe' scent. It is nice, though very easy to overspray, so definitely go gentle with this one. There's a hint of menthol in there too, I think.
I really like the Axe spray's, because my wife is very frugal and these are a great alternative to a pricey aftershave. Spray underneath clothes to avoid white marks.
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AXE Anarchy Daily Fragrance
The smell on this is good, a bit nondescript and not as strong as some Axe scents, so if you like a lighter scent, this one is for you. It's a bit musky, a bit fruity, pleasant, but not overly strong. Make sure to spray directly on your body and... +
The smell on this is good, a bit nondescript and not as strong as some Axe scents, so if you like a lighter scent, this one is for you. It's a bit musky, a bit fruity, pleasant, but not overly strong.
Make sure to spray directly on your body and not to overdo it, two light sprays is enough.
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AXE Phoenix Body Spray
Make sure to spray under clothes if you don't want white marks. Great alternative to pricy aftershaves. Don't overdo it as the scent is quite strong. Phoenix has a nice smell. Very fresh and maybe a hint of menthol? It's hard to describe, but both... +
Make sure to spray under clothes if you don't want white marks. Great alternative to pricy aftershaves. Don't overdo it as the scent is quite strong.
Phoenix has a nice smell. Very fresh and maybe a hint of menthol? It's hard to describe, but both my wife and I enjoy it when it's not oversprayed.
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AXE Apollo Deodorant Stick
Like the anti-perspirant it has that strong 'teen male' aftershave smell that's nice, but could be a little overwhelming if you have a strong sense of smell. Don't wear it with cologne. This is great for those who don't like anti-perspirant. The... +
Like the anti-perspirant it has that strong 'teen male' aftershave smell that's nice, but could be a little overwhelming if you have a strong sense of smell. Don't wear it with cologne.
This is great for those who don't like anti-perspirant. The anti-perspirant (obviously as this is the difference between anti-perspirant's and deodorants) does a better job at keeping you dry, but the difference is maybe 4 hours, so if you're nervous about using anti-perspirants, this is a fine option.
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AXE Dark Temptation Antiperspirant Stick
It's a good anti-perspirant that lasts all day and keeps you dry, but I'm not sure about the smell. It smells kind of chocolatey, a little like a spicy chocolate, something you'd describe as Mayan. Neither me or the wife really loved the scent, but... +
It's a good anti-perspirant that lasts all day and keeps you dry, but I'm not sure about the smell. It smells kind of chocolatey, a little like a spicy chocolate, something you'd describe as Mayan.
Neither me or the wife really loved the scent, but I'm sure someone out there would, as scents are so individual. The anti-perspirant works good, but we probably would use a different scent in future.
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AXE Apollo Antiperspirant Stick
Out of all of the Axe's I've tried, this one smells the most typically like 'Axe' that you'd expect. The teenage boy aftershave kind of smell. My wife finds it a little overpowering and I have to agree. If you're not wearing any cologne, it's ok... +
Out of all of the Axe's I've tried, this one smells the most typically like 'Axe' that you'd expect. The teenage boy aftershave kind of smell. My wife finds it a little overpowering and I have to agree. If you're not wearing any cologne, it's ok, but it definitely has a strong scent.
As an anti-perspirant it works as well as the others, lasts all day (as promised) with maybe a re-apply needed at night (for odour) on a heavy day. Keeps you really dry though.
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