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BROADCARE Digital Wrist Blood Pressure Monitor
The most important thing to know about this blood pressure monitor is that’s it’s really easy to use. My first concern when I saw it and read the manual (which is a thick little booklet) was that it would be hard to use or confusing to read, but... +
The most important thing to know about this blood pressure monitor is that’s it’s really easy to use. My first concern when I saw it and read the manual (which is a thick little booklet) was that it would be hard to use or confusing to read, but it’s actually a one-button setup that anyone could use.
To take your blood pressure, you put the monitor on your wrist (the strap is very adjustable and made wiht velcro) and then hold you wrist at about the same height as your heart and press the On button. That’s it. It starts taking your blood pressure right away, and only takes maybe twenty seconds.
The strap itself doesn’t dig into your wrist too badly, and it isn’t painful like some of the ones you use on your upper arm. It gives you your results after fifteen/twenty seconds, and even has a little bar indicating where your pressure puts you on a risk of good to bad blood pressure.
The other great thing is that the monitor stores up to 99 readings automatically, and then deletes older ones as new ones come in. This means you can keep an eye on your blood pressure over time, and even identify when and where you blood pressure started to climb (or fall). It’s even rechargeable by USB, so no need to go through batteries
I don’t have much at all to say against this product, but I will mention that the instruction booklet does not have perfect English translations, and sometimes has spelling mistakes. It’s also quite complicated for such a simple device, and I think that the two other buttons (M and S) could be labelled differently to better indicate what it is they do. But those are minor issues for me. Overall I find this device works very well, and is a good thing to have in the house for your health and your family’s.
This is especially good for me, as the stress of a doctor's visit shoots my blood pressure up, so taking it at home gives a more accurate reading for me.
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Pros
+ Very easy to use for adults, seniors or children.
+ While taking blood pressure the strap does not constrict painfully.
+ Store up to 99 measurements, and then overwrites old ones as new ones are recorded.
+ Can average out your recent measurements to give you a better picture of your health.
+ Strap can fit very small and very large wrists.
+ After measuring, also displays where on the range of healthy to very unhealthy your pressure falls.
+ Can be recharged via USB.
Cons
- Some instructions seem poorly translated.
- Actual display buttons are not intuitive and need to be memorised.
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Note: I received this product at a discounted rate in exchange for an honest review as provided here. As a consumer advocate, I believe in providing quality and honest feedback that genuinely reflects my experience with a product.
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Tenswall 400ml Ultrasonic Aromatherapy Essential Oil Diffuser, Cool Mist Humidifier - Whisper Quiet Operation - Yellow Color-Changing LED Light & Auto
This dual function humidifier/diffuser has a lot going right for me, not least of which is the design. I really love the light wood colouring and how it fits in well with my decor without standing out as a bulky or ugly gadget. The lines of the... +
This dual function humidifier/diffuser has a lot going right for me, not least of which is the design. I really love the light wood colouring and how it fits in well with my decor without standing out as a bulky or ugly gadget. The lines of the diffuser are really clean and it looks good in person, I'm a big fan of the wood grain.
It's easy to use, with several settings to get what you want out of it, the manual is very clear too, which is nice! One thing I really liked over other 'light-up' products I've used in the past was that the light was a lovely subtle, paler colour as opposed to being bright and gaudy. There are also several points where the light appears to mix slightly, giving a lovely gradient effect. The option to have the light off, is also very welcome.
The only downside for me is I wouldn't describe this as 'Whisper-quiet'. While it does have several power settings, on the loudest it's pretty noisy. In a room, it won't bother you, but if you're trying to sleep and are sound sensitive, like me, then the 'burbling' noise will drive you nuts. It's not an issue if you sleep easily or aren't planning to use it in the bedroom though.
It's got a really good capacity compared to some diffusers and can run for a good long time. Overall, it's a good option with style and substance, but make sure the noise of water bubbling won't annoy you or this might not be the right fit for you.
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Pros
+ Lots of settings/powerful steam dispersal.
+ Colours are lovely, subtle and not gaudy.
+ Large capacity.
+ Easy to use and clear instructions.
+ Ability to have light on or off or on various 'cycles'.
+ Stylish design.
Cons
- Very loud if you plan to use it in the bedroom.
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Note: I received this product at a discounted rate in exchange for an honest review as provided here. As a consumer advocate, I believe in providing quality and honest feedback that genuinely reflects my experience with a product.
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Primacc Makeup Brushes,10 Pcs Professional Cosmetic Toothbrush Set
The beauty community has been raving about 'toothbrush' shaped beauty brushes as the best new way to apply makeup, even over the beauty blender, which was previously very popular, so I was excited to have the chance to try these. From my... +
The beauty community has been raving about 'toothbrush' shaped beauty brushes as the best new way to apply makeup, even over the beauty blender, which was previously very popular, so I was excited to have the chance to try these.
From my experience, I honestly don't think it matters if you buy an expensive brand as I think the secret is in the plushness and density of the brushes, which apply the makeup really well. I was impressed with how they worked with blush and eyeshadows which I usually find take a lot of effort to blend.
It takes a little getting used to when using them on the eyelids, but the plus is you can really use any of the brushes for anything makeup you want and you'll find your own uses for each one. That being said, I do wish they were labelled on the brush with the use for each one, as I'll never remember which is for what!?
The only reason to give these four stars instead of five is that I did find one or two hairs that were longer than they were supposed to be, but it didn't seem to affect the application itself, though I found it visually quite irritating. In terms of quality, I was impressed that there was no shedding with these brushes, as there often are with less expensive brushes. The hairs themselves were very soft and comfortable on every part of my face and I've already switched to these as my go-to brushes (though I'll be trimming the extra hairs to the correct length.
I've also washed them since using them and again, experienced no shedding or damage to the brushes.
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Pros
+ Blend Makeup really well compared to my traditional brushes.
+ Great value.
+ Full set with many different uses.
+ Very soft and non irritating on the face.
+ Worked great especially for blush and eyeshadows.
+ Bendable handles.
Cons
- Use not labelled on the brushes, so easy to forget which brush is for what makeup.
- Some hairs were slightly too long (but it didn't seem to affect the application).
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Note: I received this product at a discounted rate in exchange for an honest review as provided here. As a consumer advocate, I believe in providing quality and honest feedback that genuinely reflects my experience with a product.
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Colgate Sensitive Pro-Relief Mouthwash
I was really sad to only be able to use this mouthwash for three days as that's all I could stand. There's nothing wrong with the mouthwash itself and it seemed to do a good job, sensitivity wise, but I couldn't stand the aftertaste. When using... +
I was really sad to only be able to use this mouthwash for three days as that's all I could stand. There's nothing wrong with the mouthwash itself and it seemed to do a good job, sensitivity wise, but I couldn't stand the aftertaste.
When using, it's lovely and minty, but immediately after using it, it has a really horrible aftertaste. I recognise this taste from other 'alcohol-free' mouthwashes. It's similar to the taste you get in your mouth after drinking diet drinks, if you're sensitive to aspartame, so if this is an issue you have, avoid this product! Since it's stated not to rinse the mouthwash or eat or drink up to 30 mins after, this is particularly unbearable.
Unfortunately, just not for me.
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Pros
+ Fresh taste when using.
Cons
- Aftertaste is unbearable.
- Recommended not to rinse or eat or drink after for 30 mins.
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Colgate Sensitive Pro-Relief 360° Toothbrush + Built-In Sensitivity Relief Pen
I was really happy with this toothbrush and am going to continue to use it as my regular toothbrush. I'm not a huge fan of soft brushes in general, but lately after seeing my dentist, he said that people with sensitive teeth should definitely be... +
I was really happy with this toothbrush and am going to continue to use it as my regular toothbrush. I'm not a huge fan of soft brushes in general, but lately after seeing my dentist, he said that people with sensitive teeth should definitely be using a 'soft' brush so this is perfect in that regard.
I like that the 'sensitivity' tool fits neatly into the toothbrush handle so that I'll never lose it or have to find somewhere to store it and it did seem to help when I had badly sensitive spots (which only happens rarely to me when using a sensitive toothpaste). The handle is comfortable and I was able to reach all my teeth with the smaller head.
I love that they thought to include a cheek and tongue scraper, as many toothbrushes don't and I only buy those that include them as for me it's a dealbreaker!
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Pros
+ Comfortable to hold.
+ Sensitivity pen works.
+ Sensitivity pen fits easily into toothbrush for easy storage and doesn't fall out.
+ Soft brush is ideal for sensitive teeth.
+ Tongue cleaner on back of brush.
Cons
- Ridged 'grip' on the front of brush tends to get clogged with toothpaste and grime.
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Colgate Sensitive Pro-Relief
It's not that this is a bad toothpaste, it's actually pretty good at fighting sensitivity. However, I did find a bit more sensitivity when eating extremely cold foods like ice cream, that wasn't there when using my regular sensitive toothpaste. This... +
It's not that this is a bad toothpaste, it's actually pretty good at fighting sensitivity. However, I did find a bit more sensitivity when eating extremely cold foods like ice cream, that wasn't there when using my regular sensitive toothpaste. This is a bit cheaper than my normal sensitive toothpaste though so it could be a good option when you're on a budget.
I like the consistency and it feels pleasant on the teeth and while it has a nice minty taste, it does have a hint of that 'baking soda' type flavour that I've tasted before in baking soda based toothpastes, so if that kind of taste bothers you, this might not be for you.
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Pros
+ Great job cleaning teeth and keeping them clean.
+ Average to good job protecting against sensitivity.
+ Good value.
+ Consistency is nice.
Cons
- 'Baking Soda' taste is off-putting.
- Not as good as my regular sensitive toothpaste at preventing sensitivity.
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OJA Negative Ionic Filter Chlorine Shower Head with Automatic Control 3 Color Changing LED Lights
I was very curious to see how this shower head would look and work in my bathroom, as I’d never seen a shower head with colour changing LED lights in it before. I was happy to find that installing it was a breeze, and didn’t even require... +
I was very curious to see how this shower head would look and work in my bathroom, as I’d never seen a shower head with colour changing LED lights in it before. I was happy to find that installing it was a breeze, and didn’t even require plumberas tape. All I had to do was twist it on tight and there was no leaking or dripping water at all.
The LED lights themselves are bright enough to be very nice in the shower, but not blinding. They come in three colours based on the temperature of the water: red for very hot, blue for warm, and green for cold. Personally I would have thought blue would make more sense for cold, but that's my personal taste. The temperature detection is very accurate, and also very useful, as I now know not to check the temperature of the water by hand if the light is red, and that I shouldn’t bother getting in yet if the light is green, as my personal preferred temperature is in the blue zone. This is very convenient, and it can help you avoid walking into a shower that is much too hot for comfort.
The stream put out by this showerhead is extremely even and very smooth. My old showerhead is a few years old by now, but I thought it was doing a fine job considering. Now that I have this, however, I don’t think I can go back. The water coming out of this showerhead feels amazing on the skin, very comforting and very gentle, and it covers a much more even area as well. I can’t say if this has anything to do with the filtration balls located in the stem of the showerhead, but from what I’ve read some people swear by them, so maybe that;’s part of the appeal. One downside I did notice is that the showerhead itself isn’t adjustable, so you can’t adjust the stream if that’s something you normally do.
Overall I was very pleased with this showerhead. Not only does it add some colour to my bathroom, it works very well and it’s a total breeze to install.
SUMMARY
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Pros
+ Water changes colour based on temperature.
+ Very smooth and even spray.
+ Easy to install, didn’t even require plumbers tape.
+ Colour changing can help avoid burning yourself if the water is too hot.
Cons
- Showerhead cannot be adjusted.
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Note: I received this product at a discounted rate in exchange for an unbiased, honest review as provided here. As a consumer advocate, I believe in providing quality and honest feedback and receiving a product at a discounted rate will never affect my opinions.
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MelodySusie Durable Gel Nail Polish - Lux Classics 1 Step Color Gel ( Six Colors Collection)
This is a great set for anyone who's just purchased an LED or UV lamp (Note: I used a MelodySusie lamp) and wants to start building a collection of gel nail colours. I've tried both store brands at around ten dollars per bottle and online brands... +
This is a great set for anyone who's just purchased an LED or UV lamp (Note: I used a MelodySusie lamp) and wants to start building a collection of gel nail colours. I've tried both store brands at around ten dollars per bottle and online brands like this that are much cheaper and yet, surprisingly, found the non-name brands I purchased online to be better in every way. I'm equally impressed with this set.
Colour wise, I'm not a massive fan of the emerald and black colours, but that's only because the others have some subtle glitter in them that creates a beautiful shimmer, that in my opinion outshines the non-glitter colours in this pack.
A few things really impressed me about these:
1. With the exception of black (I would recommend 3 coats of this) all the colours looked great with only one coat of polish and extremely bright and beautiful with 2 coats, if you want a bold look.
2. After the short curing time, they were not sticky at all and I didn't have to use cleanser, unlike other brands I'd tried. They also had a very nice shine. In the pictures I haven't even applied a top coat, yet the shine is very bright.
3. Lasted well. They didn't crack or chip for a good time (and I'm a heavy hand user and use a lot of sharp implements in my daily life). I'd recommend reading up on gel nail polishes if this is your first time as proper application is crucial to prevent peeling or chipping and can be quite tricky.
My only negatives would be that before curing they do smell quite stinky, but after curing there is no scent whatsoever and secondly, the colour names are not printed on the bottle, only on the package they came with. I would prefer it be printed directly on the bottle.
Other than that I am extremely happy with these. Great price, gorgeous colours and they dried very shiny and nice.
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Pros
+ 1 or 2 coats look great (Black colour needs three though)
+ Colours are gorgeous and have glitter in many of them.
+ Reasonable price compared to store bought gel polishes.
+ High shine and wasn't tacky at all after curing.
+ Selection of colours.
+ Durable and long lasting.
+ Good amount in bottle.
Cons
- Black colour takes three coats.
- Smell stinky before curing.
- Colour is not printed on bottle.
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Note: I received this product at a discounted rate in exchange for an honest review as provided here. As a consumer advocate, I believe in providing quality and honest feedback that genuinely reflects my experience with a product.
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GAOMON B4 Size LED Light Box 5MM Ultrathin
I'm an amateur artist, but last time I used a lightbox they were these large, unwieldy monsters in school, so I was very impressed by how far the technology has come. This lightbox is roughly the size and thinness of one of those glass chopping... +
I'm an amateur artist, but last time I used a lightbox they were these large, unwieldy monsters in school, so I was very impressed by how far the technology has come. This lightbox is roughly the size and thinness of one of those glass chopping boards, but weighs much less and yet does just as good a job (and indeed better) than those light boxes of old.
The level of light is even adjustable, by holding the button the light will get brighter until it resets to the lowest level and then goes up from there again. It will even remember your light setting, which isn't a feature I really needed, but a neat one nonetheless.
It's extremely easy to use, the instructions are clear and it comes with a protective plastic seal. It has small feet on the underneath to stop it sliding around, but is perfectly balanced and doesn't wobble.
I've already used this quite a bit and can see me getting a lot of use out of it in the future. The only thing to watch out for is that the 'on' button can be activated by a cat's paw, so make sure to cover it if you don't want it accidentally turned on by pets. It must be plugged in to function and does not come with an adapter, but I have a tower that has USB slots, so for me this is not an issue.
While it's considered faux-pas to copy an artist's work, you're allowed to trace for practice and the real secret a lot of professional comic book artists don't tell you is that they often trace a 'stock' photo model to get the pose right. This is also great practice and a light box like this eliminates eye strain.
Overall, my favourite part though is how light it is, I also love that it has a measuring ruler included on the edge.
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Pros
+ Has measurement ruler.
+ Adjustable brightness.
+ Memory feature (will remember brightness).
+ Great size and very thin and lightweight.
+ Very easy to setup and use.
+ Great tool for artists.
Cons
- Doesn't come with an adapter and must be plugged in to function.
- Take care as animal's paws can turn the device on.
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Note: I received this product at a discounted rate in exchange for an honest review as provided here. As a consumer advocate, I believe in providing quality and honest feedback that genuinely reflects my experience with a product.
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BriteNway Emoji Keychain Round Faces Set Of 10
This box of emoji keychains is exactly what you’d expect: it contains ten small, plush keychains with various emoji faces on them. These include ones like the kissing emoji, the laughing emoji, and of course the poop emoji. These keychains might... +
This box of emoji keychains is exactly what you’d expect: it contains ten small, plush keychains with various emoji faces on them. These include ones like the kissing emoji, the laughing emoji, and of course the poop emoji. These keychains might not be ideal for putting into pockets, as men tend to do with their keys. They're fabric and might get dirty easily that way. However, they are great for clipping onto bags as charms or onto keychains that go into handbags.
They're also ideal as stocking stuffers, since you get so many!
The ring that each emoji is attached to is sturdy and seems like it will last, but isn’t so stiff that it’s hard to put on. They come with one large ring to hold them all together which you can also reuse. My only quibble would be that I almost wish the poop emoji had a little more detail or shape to it, but it's still recognisably the classic emoji.
My favourite of these is definitely the kissy face though.
Overall I was very happy with these keychains, and for this price I think 10 is very fair and they'll make great small gifts for xmas or for lucky bags at kids parties.
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Pros
+ Nice set of 10 emoji keychains.
+ Great for kids or as gag gifts.
+ Well made and very accurate to the originals.
+ Ring is sturdy but not too stiff to put onto your keys.
Cons
- Fabric isn't ideal for putting into pockets, works better as a bag charm.
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Note: I received this product at a discounted rate in exchange for an unbiased, honest review as provided here. As a consumer advocate, I believe in providing quality and honest feedback and receiving a product at a discounted rate will never affect my opinions.
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