traceymconley
Member Since: February 28, 2017Reviews
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel Sunscreen SPF30
SPF is a must and this one works amazingly! I found the Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel sunscreen to be a great addition to my summer regimen. Unlike some sunscreens that are so thick and rich they clog your pores and create breakouts, this one... +
SPF is a must and this one works amazingly!
I found the Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel sunscreen to be a great addition to my summer regimen.
Unlike some sunscreens that are so thick and rich they clog your pores and create breakouts, this one goes on so easily and disappears quickly, leaving your skin feeling smooth, moisturized and protected! It also left no greasy residue. On really hot days this is going to be my go-to as nothing is worse than heavy sunblock sweating down your face and this solves that problem.
With only a light, summer scent, this one is a keeper! The only thing I didn't get to test is how well it works in water as we haven't had the temps for that yet.
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NEUTROGENA® Hydro Boost Hand Gel Cream
I've been using the Neutrogena Hydro Boost Gel hand cream for the past week and a bit and really love it! This hand cream goes on really, really smoothly; it looks like a cream but definitely has the texture of a light gel. I found it absorbed... +
I've been using the Neutrogena Hydro Boost Gel hand cream for the past week and a bit and really love it!
This hand cream goes on really, really smoothly; it looks like a cream but definitely has the texture of a light gel. I found it absorbed quickly leaving no sticky residue. It made my hands feel so soft and moisturized! Truly a lifesaver for summer. It has a light, pleasant fragrance I can only describe as summery or beachy.
I will be purchasing this again as I really appreciate how nicely my skin absorbed this one and smooth my hands felt using it! Thank you Chick Advisor for the chance to try this!
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Snapple Diet Lemon Tea
I had the opportunity to try the Snapple diet lemon tea courtesy of Chick Advisor. Sadly, this one gets a thumbs-down from me. My first issue with the product is the plastic bottle. I'm not sure why they're advertising it right on the bottle as a... +
I had the opportunity to try the Snapple diet lemon tea courtesy of Chick Advisor. Sadly, this one gets a thumbs-down from me.
My first issue with the product is the plastic bottle. I'm not sure why they're advertising it right on the bottle as a positive, as most people are trying to move away from plastics. This was an on purpose move by Snapple to improve portability (and they've kept the metal lid for that recognizable Snapple "pop" when opening) but I and many others prefer glass. Secondly, the aspartame sweetener is very prominent and leaves a distinctive aftertaste which spoils the flavor. Personally I think this product could have been an unsweetened tea and would have been a lot more enjoyable. It would also be far healthier for anybody who is making conscious dietary choices.
Flavour-wise, it does have a slight "real" tea taste however for me, I found it was quickly overpowered by the aspartame.
Overall, I found this to be a very average drink with a few negatives that would keep me from purchasing it again. On the plus side, if the aspartame doesn't bother you, these are very affordable (they were on sale for $1.33 each when I shopped). Please Snapple, think about recreating these as an unsweetened lemon tea and bring back your glass bottles!
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AHAVA Deadsea Water Mineral Hand Cream
I both really love and really dislike this product for the following reasons. Pros: This product actually works, leaving hands incredibly soft and moisturized. It absorbs quickly and leaves no greasiness behind. It's Paraben free and... +
I both really love and really dislike this product for the following reasons.
Pros: This product actually works, leaving hands incredibly soft and moisturized. It absorbs quickly and leaves no greasiness behind. It's Paraben free and non-irritating, a genuine lifesaver for dry, chapped hands.
Cons: The fragrance is overwhelming. It's strong, heavy and old-fashioned, like what I'd imagine an elderly woman's perfume in the 50's would smell like. I can only describe it as a ton of powder full of strong flowers. It's so strong it WILL compete with any fragrance you are wearing. And it stays very noticeable for quite some time. I dislike it so much it almost outweighs the amazing benefits of the product. If you have trouble with fragrance (headaches, allergies etc.) this will not be a good choice for you.
If they could reformulate this to have a light, gentle, fresh and more natural fragrance it would be practically the perfect hand cream.
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Breyers delights Raspberry Fudge
I had the chance to try Breyers Raspberry Fudge and was beyond pleasantly surprised! As a lower calorie treat this is amazingly creamy and satisfying. The raspberry flavour is very prominent and full of sweet fruit taste while the hits of rich... +
I had the chance to try Breyers Raspberry Fudge and was beyond pleasantly surprised!
As a lower calorie treat this is amazingly creamy and satisfying. The raspberry flavour is very prominent and full of sweet fruit taste while the hits of rich chocolatey fudge are an unexpectedly delicious complement. It's a flavour profile I wasn't expecting to love but that is so good! It's hard not to eat the whole tub at once (but if you did, you wouldn't have to feel too bad at only 90 calories per 125 ml)! They do feature protein as a selling point on the tub but this flavour has one of the lower protein amounts compared with other flavors in the Breyers Delights line.
My only concern is the price; as with other low calorie/low fat type treats it is a little more costly than a regular ice cream product (and is a much smaller size than a typical product as well.)
I will definitely be buying this one again; it's one of the better low calorie frozen treat products I've tried in a while.
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AVEENO Repairing CICA Hand Mask
I was really happy to try this product as my hands are often dry. This was a great product to use while just sitting and watching TV. They were a little difficult to put on by myself, fortunately I had some help so it wasn't a big deal. There is no... +
I was really happy to try this product as my hands are often dry. This was a great product to use while just sitting and watching TV. They were a little difficult to put on by myself, fortunately I had some help so it wasn't a big deal. There is no particular scent to this product that's just kind of that really neutral Aveeno aroma.
After the recommended 10 minutes had passed, I removed the gloves and rub to the remaining product into my hands. It had reasonably quick absorption and left my hands feeling smooth, soft and revitalized. It's not going to replace your normal routine but I think this is a great product for those times your hands need an extra moisture boost!
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AVEENO Repairing CICA Foot Mask
I had the opportunity to try the Aveeno foot mask courtesy of Chick Advisor. The product itself is easy to use; each package has two plastic booties that already contain the product. You'll want to make sure you open up each booty properly as... +
I had the opportunity to try the Aveeno foot mask courtesy of Chick Advisor. The product itself is easy to use; each package has two plastic booties that already contain the product. You'll want to make sure you open up each booty properly as there is an inner liner that actually holds the product and it would be easy to put your foot in without opening the liner up.
The booties have a little sticker to hold then closed but I found it to be ineffective. It didn't really affect the way the product worked though.
The product itself is not perfumed which is a nice change. It simply has a very inoffensive oat/shea aroma. When you first put the booties on, it doesn't feel as though there is much product inside. However once the ten minutes have passed and you remove the booties, there is definitely a fair amount of product on your feet. At this point, you rub in the rest of the product. I thought it took awhile to actually absorb, at least 10-15 minutes. Afterwards, my feet felt softer but also a little bit like there was a film of product remaining, they were slightly tacky and slick feeling.
Overall, I think the product works well enough, but if you have really dry feet this is not going to be strong enough to fix that. As these are about $3.99 a package, I can see buying them occasionally for a little moisture boost.
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Mott's Fruitsations +Fibre Unsweetened Mango Peach
Mott's Fruitsations Unsweetened Mango Peach with fibre is a great snack choice for both kids and adults. I loved the tanginess of the product; it wasn't sweet at all and the flavour of the fruits really shone through. The fact that it contains fibre... +
Mott's Fruitsations Unsweetened Mango Peach with fibre is a great snack choice for both kids and adults. I loved the tanginess of the product; it wasn't sweet at all and the flavour of the fruits really shone through. The fact that it contains fibre is just an added benefit! It's a nice switch from regular apple!
It's also the perfect size for a little pick me up mid morning or afternoon and is super portable and needs no refrigeration. You could definitely keep a few on your desk at work!
My only critique is that some kids might not like the lack of sweetness in the product.
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Aveeno Positively Radiant MaxGlow Peel-Off Mask
I had the opportunity to try this product courtesy of Chick Advisor. Of the 3 items I tried, this was my least favourite. First, this one had that relatively strong, hair conditioner type smell which I dislike. It is a bit tacky feeling right... +
I had the opportunity to try this product courtesy of Chick Advisor. Of the 3 items I tried, this was my least favourite.
First, this one had that relatively strong, hair conditioner type smell which I dislike. It is a bit tacky feeling right away, so doesn't spread as easy as I'd like. My biggest issue is it overall feels very old-fashioned, like a mask I would have tried in high school.
It dries tight on your face and then you have to pick away this thin film that doesn't come off very easily and ends up peeling off in lots of little bits, even if evenly applied. I found it very messy and not worth the time and trouble as there are SO many great masks out there that apply better and peel like a dream. I ultimately just got frustrated and washed it off. I did not notice any particular difference in my skin.
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Aveeno Positively Radiant MaxGlow No-Mess Sleep Mask
I recently had the chance to try the Aveeno Max glow No Mess sleep mask product courtesy of chickadvisor. Firstly, this product also has a scent like the other products but it doesn't seem as strong, I was able to tolerate this one. The Mask has a... +
I recently had the chance to try the Aveeno Max glow No Mess sleep mask product courtesy of chickadvisor.
Firstly, this product also has a scent like the other products but it doesn't seem as strong, I was able to tolerate this one. The Mask has a bit of an awkward applicator, I found it easier to just spread on with my fingers. The mask is meant to be worn overnight. It goes on relatively smoothly and doesn't leave you feeling tight. When I woke up in the morning it seems like there wasn't any product left on my face, so I assume that means it was absorbed as it should.
I haven't noticed any particular change in my skin from using this product. Perhaps that will change as I continue to use it. It's not drying or doing anything to create a break-out, so I will continue using it until it is gone to see if it changes my skin.
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