ValeriePillon
Member Since: April 10, 2018Reviews
Heinz Seriously Good Mayonnaise
Heinz has always been a staple in our house and known for delicious condiments etc. When this product arrived on the grocery shelves, I was excited to try it! Marketing yourself as "seriously good" is ballsy so it must be amazing. I used it to make... +
Heinz has always been a staple in our house and known for delicious condiments etc. When this product arrived on the grocery shelves, I was excited to try it! Marketing yourself as "seriously good" is ballsy so it must be amazing. I used it to make everything from tuna/egg salad, coleslaw dressing to Yum Yum sauce and it was disgusting! Overly "eggy", but also an off taste, like it had gone bad. I had returned my original jar thinking I had a bad batch or maybe the seal was broken and I didn't notice, but, no, that is just how it tastes. It negatively affected the flavor of everything I put it in to the extent that I couldn't finish any of the dishes made with it. -
Dr. Bronner’s Cinnamon All-One Toothpaste
I picked up this toothpaste while looking for a fluoride free option and was excited to find a cinnamon flavour since it is so hard to find in Canada these days. It boasts 70% organic ingredients, which is great, and claims it “helps freshen... +
I picked up this toothpaste while looking for a fluoride free option and was excited to find a cinnamon flavour since it is so hard to find in Canada these days. It boasts 70% organic ingredients, which is great, and claims it “helps freshen breath, whiten teeth and reduce plaque”. Well it wasn’t very cinnamony, breath freshening was not really noticeable, but, that’s not a huge issue for me. I certainly didn’t notice any whitening affects as I stubbornly used the entire tube because I didn’t want to waste it. The worst part of this toothpaste is it’s lack of any abrasiveness. It felt like it wasn’t doing anything and dissolved in my mouth quite fast so I had to keep adding more to my brush. And the gross part was that it left a powdery feeling residue all over my mouth! I just found this completely ineffective and felt like I had to brush my teeth after using it to get them actually clean and remove the residue from this toothpaste. I wish I didn’t torture myself by finishing the tube and had just thrown it out... -
PowerBar Plant Protein Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter
Possibly my favorite flavor among the samples I received free for testing. Still wavering but I'm leaning this way as it tastes very similar to what I usually get. Even though it has less protein, it has a better mouth feel and doesn't make me feel... +
Possibly my favorite flavor among the samples I received free for testing. Still wavering but I'm leaning this way as it tastes very similar to what I usually get. Even though it has less protein, it has a better mouth feel and doesn't make me feel heavy from eating it. I actually like this flavor as dessert because it is such a luxuriant treat and I savor it with a cup of coffee.
I've already recommended this product to family and friends, particularly to one who has an addiction to a popular similarly flavored chocolate bar!
I am definitely going to grab these for travel eats this summer!
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PowerBar Plant Protein Cashew, Salted Caramel and Dark Chocolate
I received a sample offering for free to review and I can't decide between this and the peanut butter one as my favorite. It's like a treat more than a bar I usually would grab for sustenance but that makes it even better. It does have less protein... +
I received a sample offering for free to review and I can't decide between this and the peanut butter one as my favorite. It's like a treat more than a bar I usually would grab for sustenance but that makes it even better. It does have less protein than what I usually get, but I could always make that up elsewhere in my diet as these are very tasty. The chew and crunchy bits offer a nice mouth feel without cutting the roof of my mouth as some bars can.
I'll definitely be recommending this flavor to my friends and family, vegan or not. Yum!
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PowerBar Plant Protein Almond, Sea Salt and Dark Chocolate
I received this and other flavors free to product test. I've never had a vegan protein bar before but this was a very solid offering. Very reminiscent of the Quaker chewy bars I used to eat as a kid but elevated with the dark chocolate and sea salt... +
I received this and other flavors free to product test. I've never had a vegan protein bar before but this was a very solid offering. Very reminiscent of the Quaker chewy bars I used to eat as a kid but elevated with the dark chocolate and sea salt.
This particular flavor was sweeter than the others and felt less filling than the others, perhaps because it wasn't as rich and luxuriant tasting, but it was still satisfying.
It doesn't have as much protein as the bars I usually have, but if I were grabbing something for a quick lunch, I'd definitely pick one of these up, but in one of the other flavors. Not bad! Just not the best of them!
I'll definitely be telling my friends and family about them as I know several are looking for vegan options.
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St. Francis Herb Farm Ghee & MCT
Ghee and MCT in one branded as “fuel for your morning brew”, and it makes for a delicious bulletproof coffee all from one bottle. Whips up frothy like a latte and has great mouthfeel. Love the convenience and taste!
Ghee and MCT in one branded as “fuel for your morning brew”, and it makes for a delicious bulletproof coffee all from one bottle. Whips up frothy like a latte and has great mouthfeel. Love the convenience and taste! -
Equate Apricot Scrub
I will only buy this product for my daily cleanser because its gentle enough to be used every day on my sensitive skin even though its an exfoliant. I found it to be a milder abrasive than the name brand equivalent and obviously cheaper in price... +
I will only buy this product for my daily cleanser because its gentle enough to be used every day on my sensitive skin even though its an exfoliant. I found it to be a milder abrasive than the name brand equivalent and obviously cheaper in price. Staple -
Pantene Damage Detox Daily Revitalizing Conditioner
I usually love Pantene products and the classic way they smell, but this offering is a total disappointment. Its missing the trademark scent and its effectiveness is almost nonexistant. Definitely will not buy this one again.
I usually love Pantene products and the classic way they smell, but this offering is a total disappointment. Its missing the trademark scent and its effectiveness is almost nonexistant. Definitely will not buy this one again. -
L'Oreal EverPure Moisture Conditioner
I have to say the value is great since I found it at the local dollar store! It smells like rosemary which I wasn't sure I'd like at first, but when combined with my lemon scented leave in, actually smells great! Very fresh!
I have to say the value is great since I found it at the local dollar store! It smells like rosemary which I wasn't sure I'd like at first, but when combined with my lemon scented leave in, actually smells great! Very fresh! -
Marc Anthony Strictly Curls
Great for reducing frizz while allowing your curls to stand out. Smells like lemons but not in an overpowering way! Hair stays soft as well, no crunchiness
Great for reducing frizz while allowing your curls to stand out. Smells like lemons but not in an overpowering way! Hair stays soft as well, no crunchiness -
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