Voluntesting
Member Since: February 11, 2022Reviews
NOMA iQ™ App for Android
For what it is, the app works well enough. All of the main functions work exactly as intended and I like that you can have Noma items I'll show up together. My biggest issue with this app is that it just seems redundant. Everything that it does... +
For what it is, the app works well enough. All of the main functions work exactly as intended and I like that you can have Noma items I'll show up together. My biggest issue with this app is that it just seems redundant. Everything that it does, from being able to control the lights, using voice commands, scheduling routines, etc. Are all available as features in my Google home app. In addition to that, I can still control my thermostat which is not Noma branded or my speakers. I don't have to have an extra app like the Noma app in order to control everything including my lights. If I had all Noma products and I didn't use the Google home app as regularly as I do, I think I would appreciate this more. But as it stands, it really has no extra function for me.
- Product received for free from Butterly.com in exchange for an honest review.
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NOMA Elodie 3-Blade 6-Speed Indoor Ceiling Fan with DC Motor & Remote, 52-in, Matte White
✨NOMA Elodie Ceiling Fan✨ Thank you to @thisisbutterly and @canadiantire for sending me this product for free in exchange for my honest review. I was absolutely stoked to receive this as I’ve been wanting to replace my kitchen light but... +
✨NOMA Elodie Ceiling Fan✨
Thank you to @thisisbutterly and @canadiantire for sending me this product for free in exchange for my honest review.
I was absolutely stoked to receive this as I’ve been wanting to replace my kitchen light but wasn’t sure how a ceiling fan would look. I wish I did it earlier because I’m in love with the outcome!
Some of my favourite things about the fan:
🔹6 speed settings
🔹Integrated LED light
🔹Short – no risk of hitting anything important, even in the small space
🔹Different light settings (warm, cool, etc.)
🔹Dimmable light for a customizable space
🔹Small remote to control both light and fan independently
🔹Whisper quiet
🔹Sleek, pulls the space together
In theory, the fan was meant to be easy enough to set up. Unfortunately, this was my only issue with this product. The instructions aren’t totally clear as it references a blue wire but there was no blue wire. When I first installed it, the light seemed to not have any power (but the fan worked well). A few extra attempts and I realized that inside of the internal unit (not referenced in the manual), the wires were loose. Once they were pushed them back together (the little black tabs on the wires had to be taken off for this), the light worked and I haven’t had an issue since.
This is one product I’ve been truly impressed with. My kitchen finally feels completely put together and I love how this looks and feels in my space!
- Product received for free from Butterly.com in exchange for an honest review.
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Hero Mighty Patch Original
✨Hero Mighty Patch✨ Thank you to hero and @thisisbutterly and @herocosmetics_ca @herocosmetics for sending me this product for free in exchange for my honest review. I’ve seen Hero Cosmetics on my social media for a while now and... +
✨Hero Mighty Patch✨
Thank you to hero and @thisisbutterly and @herocosmetics_ca @herocosmetics for sending me this product for free in exchange for my honest review.
I’ve seen Hero Cosmetics on my social media for a while now and I’ve been itching to give them a try, so a hydrocolloid patch was a great introduction. I get the occasional breakout, sometimes with a white head and other times, they’re hormonal and pimple patches aren’t super effective but it was worth giving it a shot on my newest annoying pimple.
I use patches like these often and usually have the same prep – wash the area, apply a blemish serum, let it dry down and apply the patch. The Mighty Patch stuck on really well and I ended up using 2 for 2 blemishes to protect them before going to bed. I do wish there were different sizes in the box as the patch was a bit too big for one of the spots, which lead to creasing in the patch because of the location.
When I woke up and removed them, I noticed that both blemishes were reduced substantially in size, which was amazing! Unfortunately, I seemed to get a reaction on one of the areas and had a red, raised welt in the shape of the hydrocolloid patch for about 30 minutes after taking them off. This only happened in one location so it may just be a fluke and I’ll still use it in the near future before deciding if this is a deal breaker for me.
Overall, a decent pimple patch and a great introduction to the brand. I’m eager to try more from the brand, including their Micropoint patches and Lightning Wand!
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Vida by PADERNO Clear Food Storage Container Set with Leakproof Seal, 20-pc
✨Vida by PADERNO Clear Food Storage Container Set✨ Thank you to @thisisbutterly and @padernokitchenware for sending me this set for free in exchange for my honest review. Anyone else have a plethora of containers that don’t seem to have... +
✨Vida by PADERNO Clear Food Storage Container Set✨
Thank you to @thisisbutterly and @padernokitchenware for sending me this set for free in exchange for my honest review.
Anyone else have a plethora of containers that don’t seem to have a matching lid, a cracked base, they’re stained and stack horribly… just me?
This set was the motivation I needed to jumpstart my food storage purge and I’m so glad I did it.
Some of my favourite things about this set:
🔹Locking tabs keep an airtight seal to really protect your food (keep in mind, my 5 year old could NOT open these – a blessing and a curse) and no spills
🔹Microwave, dishwasher AND freezer safe. Yes, you read that right
🔹Stain and odour resistant – I’ve tried with red and pasta sauce and they still look brand new
🔹A set of dividers for the square set to keep two items separated in the same container
This set has something I don’t think I’ve seen before – the base has elevated ridges to ensure that your produce has some breathing room to stay fresh for longer. Really impressed by such a unique design and I’m happy to report they’re BPA-free.
These stack really nicely while they’re in use (my fridge has honestly never looked more organized even with a plethora of Chinese leftovers) but the set also collapses pretty well so they’re not cluttering up the cabinet or drawer. You won’t feel the need to hide these, keep them out if you need to!
- Product received for free from Butterly.com in exchange for an honest review.
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Grown Alchemist Hand Wash: Sweet Orange, Cedarwood, Sage
Thank you to @thisisbutterly and @grownalchemist for sending me this hand wash for free in exchange for my honest review. 🔹Hand Wash🔹 This must be the first gel hand wash I’ve truly loved! I love the smell of oranges and having it paired... +
Thank you to @thisisbutterly and @grownalchemist for sending me this hand wash for free in exchange for my honest review.
🔹Hand Wash🔹
This must be the first gel hand wash I’ve truly loved! I love the smell of oranges and having it paired with sage and cedarwood is soooo fantastic. The scent isn’t heavy whatsoever, it’s light and refreshing. The gel texture is really nice and doesn’t leave my hands with that “squeaky” feeling where they feel stripped. Just a small pump is all you need and it lathers up really nicely, leaving my hands feeling soft (thanks, sweet almond and coconut oil!) and a touch hydrated from the hyaluronic acid, ready for hand cream to be applied. I will say – given the price point of this hand wash, this is a “just for me” product!
- Product received for free from Butterly.com in exchange for an honest review.
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Grown Alchemist Hand Cream: Vanilla, Orange Peel
Thank you to @thisisbutterly and @grownalchemist for sending me this hand cream for free in exchange for my honest review. The packaging on this hand cream boasts luxury, it’s so simple but the ~aesthetic~ is perfection. I really love the scent... +
Thank you to @thisisbutterly and @grownalchemist for sending me this hand cream for free in exchange for my honest review.
The packaging on this hand cream boasts luxury, it’s so simple but the ~aesthetic~ is perfection. I really love the scent profile, orange peel and vanilla that can be used year round. It’s full of vitamin E and seabuckthorn oil to soothe and hydrate the skin and I love the soft texture of this cream. It’s light, what I’d associate with a lotion rather than a thick cream and I do wish it was more moisturizing or lasted longer (but my house has been very dry lately so it’s been having to work overtime). Another major plus? Cruelty-free, vegan and recyclable! This has found a home in my supply teaching purse because while it’s scented beautifully, it isn’t offending and it’s very subtle, plus it doesn’t leave my hands feeling greasy after using it.
#Grownalchemist #GAbody
- Product received for free from Butterly.com in exchange for an honest review.
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Sambucol Black Elderberry Immunity + Cold and Flu Relief Gummies
✨Sambucol Black Elderberry Gummies✨ Thank you to @sambucolcanada and @thisisbutterly for sending me sample sachets of this product for free in exchange for my honest review. Have you ever sampled a product and you’re like …. yep... +
✨Sambucol Black Elderberry Gummies✨
Thank you to @sambucolcanada and @thisisbutterly for sending me sample sachets of this product for free in exchange for my honest review.
Have you ever sampled a product and you’re like …. yep, immediately adding to cart. That’s me with these gummies and I’m so excited to give them to my kiddos throughout the winter.
Black Elderberry can:
🔹Help with cold and flu symptoms
🔹Help prevent illness
🔹Combat fever and mucus buildup
🔹Lessen the severity of sore throat
In addition to black elderberry, these gummies also have a bit of zinc and vitamin C to offer immune support. These are so squishy and taste like conventional fruit gummies, so my kids really love them. I think they’re absolutely delicious, they have the tiniest bits of elderberry in each gummy but my kids don’t notice it. They’re sweet and I don’t notice any strange tastes (or aftertastes). The bottle is good for the whole family including my youngest and we LOVE a multi-purpose product!
The cost of these are a bit steep, so I’d personally wait for a sale. I purchased them from Amazon for about $40 with 90 gummies in the bottle. I’ll definitely need to stock up for the rest of the winter as I’d like to take these daily throughout the season as opposed to only taking it at the first sign of illness.
- Product received for free from Butterly.com in exchange for an honest review.
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For Living Customizable Office Chair
For Living Customizable Office Chair Thank you to @thisisbutterly and For Living for sending me this office chair for free in exchange for my honest review! This chair came at a fantastic time – my partner had been complaining of back pain... +
For Living Customizable Office Chair
Thank you to @thisisbutterly and For Living for sending me this office chair for free in exchange for my honest review!
This chair came at a fantastic time – my partner had been complaining of back pain and we’d been looking to change out the chair he uses for his work from home position. We’ve assembled the chair and he’s been using it for about a week, and now we have thoughts to share!
Set up
Only one issue that arose was during the assembly of the chair. It was fairly straight forward until it came to attaching the arms.. the instructions weren’t super clear about what arm went where (though we noticed after the fact that the actual arms had an L and R indicator, it just wasn’t mentioned on the instructions) and one arm was impossible to attach unless we did it without the provided washer. Beyond that, the assembly for the rest of the chair was clear and concise and was super quick.
Looks
From a visual aspect, I really love this chair in our office setting. My partner doesn’t have a ton of space and because of the mesh fabric, the chair isn’t a giant eyesore that some bulky chairs can be, so it actually helps to make the area look larger than it is.
Comfort
This is one of the most comfortable computer chairs my partner has used. He’s a big fan of the adjustable aspects: the backrest and arms are both customizable to get you in the optimal position. The mesh fabric is not only cooling but high quality and easy to give a quick wipe. The arms move both forward and backward, as well as to the sides. This is really handy, however…
The Downside
One major complaint my partner has is that the arms don’t lock into place. In addition, they move very easily. This means, when he has them pulled forward and is typing, a sudden movement may make them move back or to the sides, which can be annoying. A locking mechanism once you’ve found your ideal position would eliminate this issue.
The Upside
Super happy to report that my partner has seen a noticeable difference in how his back actually feels, even after a long day at work. This chair has really supported him well and he’s grateful to not be so sore!
Overall, we love this chair and find that it’s an excellent option for those looking to spruce up their home office with something stylish and comfortable!
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Zarbee's® Children's Complete Cough + Cold Syrup (118ml)
✨Zarbees Children’s Complete Cough + Cold Syrup✨ Thank you to @zarbeesca and @thisisbutterly for sending me this product for free in exchange for my honest review! It’s about that tiiiiiiime – if you have school-aged kids, you KNOW... +
✨Zarbees Children’s Complete Cough + Cold Syrup✨
Thank you to @zarbeesca and @thisisbutterly for sending me this product for free in exchange for my honest review!
It’s about that tiiiiiiime – if you have school-aged kids, you KNOW the wave of illness season is upon us. I’ve been eager to find a syrup that can really battle the inevitable with science-backed, effective ingredients. This is meant for kids aged 6-12, so please keep that in mind (only one of my kiddos should use this when he’s sick and needs immune support).
I love this because:
🔹ingredients like honey, turmeric and english ivy are the stars here to sooth stubborn coughs and clear mucus
🔹B vitamins and zinc are included to provide extra energy help support the immune system
🔹the beauuuutiful bright yellow colour (thank you, turmeric!)
🔹no pesky dyes, alcohols, artificial sweeteners or flavours
🔹it’s naturally sweetened with honey
🔹it has a delicious grape flavour
🔹can we talk about the absolutely adorable honeycomb measuring cup lid?!
We haven’t fully tested this yet as my son is in between illnesses (iykyk) but I personally gave it a quick taste and took a dose when I was sick – and I was pleasantly surprised. I’m so used to assuming cough and cold syrups tasting horribly, this one was sweet and tasted just like grape juice. It felt like it coated my throat and helped to alleviate my coughing.
If I had one tiny request for a design change, it would be that I wished the measuring cup (seriously SO cute by the way) fit on the lid a bit better, I’m always losing the conventional lids and I’m worried I’ll misplace this one as well.
Do you want an update on how well this works when he’s sick? If so, wait another 2 weeks and I’m sure I’ll be reaching for this!
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PADERNO Non-Stick Champagne Frypan, 25-cm
✨Paderno Classic Non-Stick Fry Pan✨ Thank you to @thisisbutterly and @padernokitchenware for sending me this product for free in exchange for my honest review. 🔹10” (25.4cm) 🔹PFOA-free non-stick coating 🔹Oven safe to... +
✨Paderno Classic Non-Stick Fry Pan✨
Thank you to @thisisbutterly and @padernokitchenware for sending me this product for free in exchange for my honest review.
🔹10” (25.4cm)
🔹PFOA-free non-stick coating
🔹Oven safe to 400°F
🔹Lifetime warranty
🔹Flat-rivet interior
I was ecstatic to receive this fry pan as I’ve been in the market to replace an old “nonstick” (but not actually nonstick because it’s terrible) pan. I’ve been using this fry pan from Paderno for the last week and I’ve officially gotten rid of the old one! 👋
This pan feels incredibly well crafted, with the perfect amount of weight to really be able to control what you’re cooking without feeling too heavy to move it around. I love that the silicone handle does not get hot and it truly is perfectly nonstick, even with things like fish or scrambled eggs. Speaking of, I’ve cooked eggs, seared meat, caramelized onions and so much more with this pan and everything comes out perfect. The aluminum base provides such an even heat distribution that it’s hard to mess anything up.
You can also sear meat and finish it off in the oven as this is oven safe up to 400°F – something I’ve never been able to do with my previous pan. The finish of this pan, ✨champagne bronze✨, is so modern-looking and really pretty that I’m trying to resist the urge to buy the whole set. My favourite part about this pan is how incredibly easy it is to clean. It is marked as hand wash only but honestly it takes just a minute to get it cleaned up, even from a messy meal (I made gravy in it last night!)
This pan has quickly become an essential in my kitchen and I reach for this daily! 😘👌
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