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Member Since: January 26, 2015Reviews
Dove® Nutritive Solutions Cool Moisture Conditioner
Using this alongside the Shampoo left my hair at a medium level of softness, not as much as some of the Dove conditioners, but not dry either. Where it really excels is shine. All my hair, but especially the 'aging' parts were left extremely bright... +
Using this alongside the Shampoo left my hair at a medium level of softness, not as much as some of the Dove conditioners, but not dry either. Where it really excels is shine. All my hair, but especially the 'aging' parts were left extremely bright and shiny, looking much cleaner and more healthy.
The scent of the conditioner is (thankfully) a bit lighter than the shampoo, but it still has the same problem. This is supposed to be Cucumber and green tea, both of which are very fresh scents, so it should be very fresh smelling with a hint of that green tea zestiness. Instead, it just smells generically perfumed, too sweet, and kind of like a bowl of Grandma's Pot-Pourri.
The smell doesn't really last past the shower, so it's not overpowering, but it still puts a damper on the shower experience when compared to using a pleasant smelling conditioner.
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Vim Power & Shine Kitchen Spray
This is definitely one of the better value cleaners I've seen given the size and versatility of it. I was quite surprised to see that it could be used on 'ceramics' and against my better judgement gave it a try on my ceramic cooktop. It did an... +
This is definitely one of the better value cleaners I've seen given the size and versatility of it. I was quite surprised to see that it could be used on 'ceramics' and against my better judgement gave it a try on my ceramic cooktop. It did an admirable job, not perfect and certainly not as good as my specialised 'ceramic stove' paste, but it did remove most of the burnt on stuff. Where it struggled was the crustier spots, even after leaving it to soak for a bit. It also had a lot of streaks.
I would fully recommend it for countertops and surprisingly, stainless steel as well. It left my toaster really lovely and shiny with minimum effort and it's a perfect candidate to clean the countertops quickly at night. Will definitely use this again, just not on my cooker.
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Axe Signature Night Antiperspirant
Axe antiperspirants have always impressed me, and this one is no different. The lavender scent is quite different from other Axe products I’ve tried, and I really enjoyed it, it gave it a much more unisex appeal than some of the more masculine... +
Axe antiperspirants have always impressed me, and this one is no different. The lavender scent is quite different from other Axe products I’ve tried, and I really enjoyed it, it gave it a much more unisex appeal than some of the more masculine scents. If you don't like lavender, I'd avoid it though.
The stick itself is gentle on the skin and doesn’t leave behind any residue or streaks on your clothing, and I found it gave me a solid 24 hours or so of protection. I think 48 hours is a bit of a stretch, but I personally think 24 is more than enough for a long day. When I was using it I found that it helped reduce sweat quite a bit, even when I was running around all day in my heavy winter jacket.
PROS
+ Very pleasant unisex scent.
+ Provides good antiperspirant protection.
+ No marks or streaks left behind.
+ Gentle on the skin.
CONS
- Not quite 48 hours protection, closer to 24.
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Dapper Dan Deluxe Hair Pomade for Men - Citrus and Vanilla
While I generally prefer less shine, I feel like this pomade is extremely accurate in describing itself as a 'medium' shine level. It doesn't make the hair look greasy or 'wet', but there's a definite shine to your hair when the light hits it. Even... +
While I generally prefer less shine, I feel like this pomade is extremely accurate in describing itself as a 'medium' shine level. It doesn't make the hair look greasy or 'wet', but there's a definite shine to your hair when the light hits it. Even though it says 'for men', us women often struggle to find products for short hairstyles and end up buying men's products. The good news about this one is that the smell is very faint, more citrusy than vanilla, but in no way masculine. You can't really smell it much once it's in the hair either, so that's a bonus if you don't like strong smells.
One thing I really liked about this is how little I had to use, the tub is pretty big and I feel like it would last a reasonably long time, which helps offset the cost. I'll definitely have to check out some matte products from this company as I liked this one despite the higher level of shine.
In terms of hold, this is good if you don't like your hair to feel crunchy or un-natural. The hair texture definitely feels 'firmer', but it feels a lot more natural than many of the pomades I've used in the past. The downside of this is it doesn't hold as well, so if you want hair that doesn't move this is not gonna be right for you as there is a little flexibility to the hair when this is applied.
I also like that it's water-based as that means when washing it off my hands and hair it cleans off really easy without leaving sticky residue. If you live in a really rainy area though it might be a problem!
SUMMARY
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Pros
+ Only a small amount needed.
+ Medium shine (as described).
+ Scent is not too strong and not overly masculine.
+ Water-based means it doesn't leave sticky residue behind.
+ Hold is flexible and natural feeling.
Cons
- Hold is not super strong (might be a problem for some).
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Adventure Time: The Complete First Season
Sometimes dark, sometimes crazy off the wall and sometimes beautifully poetic, Adventure Time is not one to be missed. For kids and adults alike (though those who haven't embraced their inner child should avoid cartoons) the Land of Ooo captivates... +
Sometimes dark, sometimes crazy off the wall and sometimes beautifully poetic, Adventure Time is not one to be missed. For kids and adults alike (though those who haven't embraced their inner child should avoid cartoons) the Land of Ooo captivates from this, the very first season. Season 1 starts off surprisingly grim with a zombie episode, but I can honestly say there isn't a single episode I disliked here.
Keep your ears open and you can probably catch some of the celebrity voice work, especially listen for the hilarious performance of George Takei in one of the season's funniest episodes.
The season 1 episodes included on the DVD are:
1.Slumber Party Panic
2.Trouble in Lumpy Space
3.Prisoners of Love
4.Tree Trunks
5.The Enchiridion!
6.The Jiggler
7.Ricardio the Heart Guy
8.Business Time
9.My Two Favorite People
10.Memories of Boom Boom Mountain.
11.Wizard
12.Evicted!
13.City of Thieves
14.The Witch's Garden
15.What Is Life?
16.Ocean of Fear
17.When Wedding Bells Thaw
18.Dungeon.
19.The Duke.
20.Freak City.
21.Donny
22.Henchman
23.Rainy Day Daydream
24.What Have You Done?
25.His Hero
26.Gut Grinder
Each episode is only about ten minutes long and it's always a surprise to see how much they can make you think, laugh and love in that short of a time, highly recommended.
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Night Magic - Gothic and Halloween Coloring Book
I purchased this after being super happy with Selina Fenech's 'Mermaid' Colouring book. If, like me, you're not really into Mandala's or repeating patterns and want some practice and fun colouring realistic illustrations, this is the book for you... +
I purchased this after being super happy with Selina Fenech's 'Mermaid' Colouring book. If, like me, you're not really into Mandala's or repeating patterns and want some practice and fun colouring realistic illustrations, this is the book for you. Lots of beautiful witches and vampire ladies with lovely simple line art that gives you a lot of freedom.
Like her other books, this has double the pages so that you can split with somebody or tackle them a second time if you wish. All in there are 25 drawings and then the same 25 repeated at the back.
One of the really nice things about this is that while the paper is pretty thin, the back of the page is the 'title' for the next drawing, so if it leaks through a little, you're still good. I'd definitely recommend pencils over pen for this, but if you want to use a heavy, wetter media, just put a piece of cardboard between the pages to soak up any ink and remove when it's dry.
Adult colouring books are great for destressing.
Pros:
- Each design appears twice allowing for different styles of coloring, more than one person, or restarting in the case of a mistake.
- Lovely illustrations of witches, vampires and other magical 'night' creatures.
- Simple lineart allows great creativity.
- Simply beautiful.
- Each design has a page to itself so you don't have to worry about leaning too heavy or the ink bleeding through the back.
Cons:
- Could be tricky for beginners as it gives a lot of freedom.
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Dove Advanced Hair Series Quench Absolute Shampoo
Hair type: Short, naturally wavy, oily roots and a tendency towards dry ends. Natural, aging hair with some grey/white. Style: Simple. Wash and let dry. Don't blow dry often and use pomade or other styling products on occasion. I noticed right... +
Hair type: Short, naturally wavy, oily roots and a tendency towards dry ends. Natural, aging hair with some grey/white.
Style: Simple. Wash and let dry. Don't blow dry often and use pomade or other styling products on occasion.
I noticed right away after first use of this shampoo that my hair was immediately a lot softer and nicer compared to the last one I used. I probably wouldn't recommend it to people with short hair just because I did notice it gave a lot of volume and my hair was sticking up a little bit. In long hair, this wouldn't be an issue and would just make your hair more volumised, which is usually good for naturally wavy hair.
The one thing I didn't like about this shampoo was the smell. It's just a bit odd. There's a hint of cocoa, but apart from that just a kind of weird smell (not really sure how to describe it). Thankfully the smell doesn't really linger past washing and it's not so unpleasant that I'd be unable to use this shampoo again.
Used in conjunction with Dove Quench Absolute Conditioner 250ml
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Dove® Nutritive Therapy Nourishing Oil Care Leave-In Smoothing Cream
Hair-type: Short prone to dry ends and more oily roots. I have short hair so often products designed to control hair don't work well with my style, but I'd be happy to use this one again. My only complaint against it would be that the smell is... +
Hair-type: Short prone to dry ends and more oily roots.
I have short hair so often products designed to control hair don't work well with my style, but I'd be happy to use this one again. My only complaint against it would be that the smell is pretty generic and lightly perfumed and it does leave a tiny bit of a crunch in your hair (though less than similar products).
Texture-wise, it's like a thick conditioner, I tried it on dry hair and it really did neaten and flatten my hair. I would definitely recommend this for people with short hair who want to rock a neater style on occasion.
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Knorr Sidekicks Asian Teriyaki Noodles
As someone who’s tried and really enjoyed a wide variety of these Sidekick dishes, I have to say that the Asia-inspired flavours tend to fall flat, and these teriyaki noodles are no exception. It’s not all bad, the carrots and green onion pieces... +
As someone who’s tried and really enjoyed a wide variety of these Sidekick dishes, I have to say that the Asia-inspired flavours tend to fall flat, and these teriyaki noodles are no exception. It’s not all bad, the carrots and green onion pieces are nice and add some variety to the meal, it’s easy to make, and it’s quite filling, but I can’t say I’d ever buy it again. The taste is really sour and unpleasant, and I say that as someone who loves teriyaki noodles. It’s so overpowering that it’s not easy to eat the whole bowl, and it doesn’t help that it’s still quite high in sodium (though apparently not as high as it used to be.)
I can’t find much to recommend here, but if you have this at home and need something to add to a meal, or a quick bowl of pasta for one, it’s not the worst thing you could eat. When compared to real Teriyaki noodles, it's very bad though!
SUMMARY
Pros
+ Pieces of carrot and green onion are nice for variety.
+ Easy to make.
+ Makes a good size
Cons
- Very high in sodium (17% of daily recommended limit)
- Taste is overpowering and not very pleasant.
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Simple Kind to Skin Micellar Wipes
Skin type: Combination, dry forehead and oily nose. My problem with these wipes is I really don't see how they're better than micellar water. My current brand of micellar water is a reasonable price and doesn't need rinsed off. The only thing these... +
Skin type: Combination, dry forehead and oily nose.
My problem with these wipes is I really don't see how they're better than micellar water. My current brand of micellar water is a reasonable price and doesn't need rinsed off. The only thing these wipes save time on is applying the micellar water to the cotton ball. Unfortunately, I didn't find them to be anywhere near as effective as a Micellar water that doesn't have a lot of extra ingredients (the best kind). They left my skin feeling kind of filmy and didn't improve it in the slightest, as opposed to the big difference I noticed with micellar water.
Like many of the Simple face wipes I've tried these are a little rougher on the skin than I'd like, but what I really hate is the smell. There's no delicate way to put this, but the wipes smell a little like cigarettes. I have a pretty strong nose, so if your nose is weak you might not notice it, or if you love cigarette smell then you'll be happy with the scent of these, but I found myself avoiding using them.
I found I couldn't use it on my eyes or lips without it burning like I can with my micellar water and when I compare the ingredients to the ones in my micellar water and the difference in my skin, it just makes more sense to me to use it over them.
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