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Creoly Handmade Dark Suede Leather Refillable Journal
I'm divided on this notebook. On the one hand, the outside of the journal is a very nice suede cover, with a genuine working buckle, but the flipside is that the inside of the journal isn't very nice at all. The fabric used to line the inside is a... +
I'm divided on this notebook. On the one hand, the outside of the journal is a very nice suede cover, with a genuine working buckle, but the flipside is that the inside of the journal isn't very nice at all. The fabric used to line the inside is a cheap, ugly fabric that stands out when compared to the niceness of the front.
On top of this the book itself is the same as the 'refill' offered by this company and isn't great quality, but worse doesn't seem to fit well, falling out too easily in my opinion.
So it really depends on what you're looking for. If you want to use this as a writing journal or a prop book and don't mind the look of the inside, this could very well be a good fit for you. However, as a sketchbook or if you're picky about perfect looks, it might not be the right journal for you.
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Pros
+ Looks great from the outside.
+ Suede is soft and doesn't have a weird smell.
+ Actual buckle.
Cons
- Interior is just a blank faced journal slipped inside and has a tendency to fall out.
- Interior lining is cheap looking.
- Buckle opening could be annoying if you want to open book in a hurry.
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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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EchoAcc Automatic Foam Soap Dispenser
I'm known for my love of kitchen and bathroom gadgets, pretty much anything that makes my life easier gets a thumbs up from me. As lazy as it feels to admit it, this really made a difference and I'm enjoying it a lot. I went from having a manual... +
I'm known for my love of kitchen and bathroom gadgets, pretty much anything that makes my life easier gets a thumbs up from me. As lazy as it feels to admit it, this really made a difference and I'm enjoying it a lot. I went from having a manual soap pump that was not transparent, so one of the things I love about this unit is that you can see when it's going to run out.
I wonder how long the batteries will last (and will update when mine run out), but at the same time I'm kind of glad it's not plug powered as I have way too many bathroom gadgets and too few plugs. I kind of wish it was chargeable to save on batteries, but it would probably become more expensive if that was a feature.
I had a little trouble getting the ratio of soap to water correct, but that isn't a flaw in the product and in fact they give you instructions.
Protip: Don't use a pearlescent soap and use warm water to get the soap to mix properly, or use a foaming soap if you don't want to DIY it.
The plastic is nice and sturdy and durable and while it comes with a thick looking 3M pad to attach it to the wall, I prefer it on my sink where my old dispenser was so am not sure how well it would stick. It also has holes so that it can be mounted to the wall, but does not come with a mounting kits.
It's super simple to use (blow in the tube before turning it on, to make sure it's clear) and you can have a 'more' or 'less' soap option by pressing the button briefly.
I was really impressed by the sensor as I found it wasn't oversensitive or undersensitive, but read my movements the right amount without spraying everywhere when I moved near it. No more pumping frantically wondering if there's any soap left for me, I definitely would buy this.
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Pros
+ Can be wall mounted with sticky pad or by screwing.
+ Durable.
+ Spartan design without being ugly.
+ Easy to fill and operate.
+ Sensor has perfect amount of accuracy.
+ Can customise how much soap you want between two settings.
Cons
- Doesn't come with wall mounting screw kit (does come with sticky pad)
- Uses batteries (extra cost, not included)
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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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Wecele 9000mAh Power Bank
This power bank from Wecele stands out from the other power banks I have in the house, mainly due to its efforts to have a more stylish design. Rather than looking like a shiny, fancy piece of tech, this power bank goes for a low-key, fashionable... +
This power bank from Wecele stands out from the other power banks I have in the house, mainly due to its efforts to have a more stylish design. Rather than looking like a shiny, fancy piece of tech, this power bank goes for a low-key, fashionable vibe that actually works really well.
The exterior of the bank is soft, almost like felt, and the only colour comes from the ring of light that tells you how much power is left in the bank. The power button is hidden on the side and in general this feels like a power bank that would look natural in a professional office setting. It helps that it's lightweight and small enough to fit in your hand as well, making it very portable.
The power bank holds 9,000 mAh, enough to charge my Samsung Galaxy S5 three times and then some. The charging speed is very good, but it does only have one out port, so you can only charge one device at a time, while most other power banks aim for 2 or more. The ring in the top corner can be attached to a clip or something if you want to make it even easier to take on the go.
Overall, I was very impressed with this power bank, and would definitely recommend it.
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Pros:
+ Very stylish and unique design.
+ Small and lightweight.
+ Very fast to charge and holds a good amount of power.
+ Soft, felt-like exterior.
Cons:
- Can only charge one device at a time
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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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Incredible Novelties Giant Flamingo Pool Float
I was really impressed with the size of this Flamingo pool float, especially considering the price I paid I thought it would end up being smaller than expected. But nope, it really is a good, large size and just as cute as it looks on the... +
I was really impressed with the size of this Flamingo pool float, especially considering the price I paid I thought it would end up being smaller than expected.
But nope, it really is a good, large size and just as cute as it looks on the packaging. This one is a big hit with adults and kids alike and still going strong after several weeks use!
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Pros:
+ Durable.
+ Cute.
+ Massive size!
+ Fun for the whole family.
Cons:
- Weight support could be higher.
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AAA Cubic Zirconia Women's Fashion 18K Platinum Plated Jewelry Set - Amethyst Teardrop Look
Rating 3.5 Stars. Necklace - 4 Stars. Earrings - 3 Stars. Let's start off with the necklace, which in my opinion is the better piece of jewellery in this set. The chain on the necklace is lovely, nice and chunky and durable, while still looking... +
Rating 3.5 Stars. Necklace - 4 Stars. Earrings - 3 Stars.
Let's start off with the necklace, which in my opinion is the better piece of jewellery in this set. The chain on the necklace is lovely, nice and chunky and durable, while still looking feminine. I also love the dangling purple crystal and how it hangs. I like the fact that it has a slightly protruding 3D design rather than lying flat, however I did find the pattern engraving looked a little cheap for my taste, perhaps because it's plated rather than fully platinum.
That being said, being plated means it should be suitable for those with allergies to having non-pure metals directly touch their ears. The necklace is quite long and can be extended with the decorative chain dangle at the back, so it's definitely suitable for us larger ladies too.
Unfortunately, I had a lot of problems with the earrings. While the design was the same as the necklace, I found the circle closure to be just a little small. I usually love earrings with this type of clasp closure, but have previously seen it in an oval/oblong shape rather than a direct circle.
At first I had quite a lot of trouble getting it in my ear due to the shape and length of the closure and even though I was eventually able to put the earrings on, I found removing them or closing them to be very uncomfortable. It would be my recommendation that the closure on this earring be made to be a longer oval shape as even though I have small earlobes, I felt they were a bit pinchy.
A good set, but the earrings need to be improved.
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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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Diosn Outdoor Camping Convenient Inflatable Lounger
This inflatable lounger is pretty darn cool! It's a great option for anyone who's looking for portable seating or especially for camping overnight if you can't stand a stiff, hard sleeping surface. One of the most impressive things about it is that... +
This inflatable lounger is pretty darn cool! It's a great option for anyone who's looking for portable seating or especially for camping overnight if you can't stand a stiff, hard sleeping surface. One of the most impressive things about it is that it supports up to a large weight. As a larger, plus size lady, it was amazing to actually be able to sit in this thing and have it support my weight.
While it is incredibly comfortable and has that same 'float on air' feeling as a pool float (but on land), you're not going to like this if you're not comfortable lying down around other people. As my husband said 'it's not really flattering' when you lie in it, especially if you have a little extra weight, so if you are usually nervous reclining in public, you won't enjoy this.
For everyone else, it's awesome! It's really easy to fill, though I'm not sure how effective 'wind-filling' would be as I used my AC unit to fill it up. It basically consists of two large plastic lined bags covered with the tough outer material. The air fills up the bags and you roll it and then buckle it as shown in the instructions. Do take care to roll it as tight as you can or you might leak. Once rolled the correct amount it didn't leak even with my (considerable) weight on it and changing positions.
I would also definitely say to press the buckle/carry strap down against the bag when not dragging or carrying it as I had a tense moment when I heard what I thought was a pop, but it was just the strap being pressured into that position. The material on the outside is very durable and washable. I like that it's easy to transport, though the bag could be a tad bigger. Once deflated, fold it with two people, like folding a flat sheet and it should fit in the bag, but it's definitely a tight fit.
I didn't test it in the water, but suspect it would roll quite easily, but I've found that to be the case with most floats!
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Pros:
+ Very portable.
+ Extremely comfortable.
+ Not stiff or hard on the back at all.
+ Not too difficult to get in or out of.
+ Durable.
+ Easy to clean.
+ High weight threshold.
Cons:
- Filling can be difficult if it's not windy (A fan, AC, or running around can do the trick)
- Might roll easily in water/
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Overall, it's just a durable, well-executed lounger that can be used at summer events and the beach easily and without much fuss!
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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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TRESemmé® Keratin Smooth Frizz-Free Hold Hairspray
This does work well as a standard hairspray, but the kicker is the scent. If you're scent sensitive avoid this product as the smell is extremely intense to the point of unpleasantness.
This does work well as a standard hairspray, but the kicker is the scent. If you're scent sensitive avoid this product as the smell is extremely intense to the point of unpleasantness. -
Nexxus Mousse Plus Volumizing Mousse
A bit expensive, but it works amazingly well with my short, curly hair and helps keep my curls in place without being crunchy or 'fake' looking. Smells good to boot!
A bit expensive, but it works amazingly well with my short, curly hair and helps keep my curls in place without being crunchy or 'fake' looking. Smells good to boot! -
TRESemmé® Climate Control Finishing Spray
Didn't notice any difference whatsoever to my hair when using this. Maybe one for ladies with longer hair who just need a little taming, as mine is short and quite wild.
Didn't notice any difference whatsoever to my hair when using this. Maybe one for ladies with longer hair who just need a little taming, as mine is short and quite wild. -
TRESemmé® Tres Smooth No Frizz Shine Spray
I found this didn't work with my hair at all and left it looking greasy and wet. It did tame the frizz, but only in so much that it left my hair totally flattened by product. Not a fan.
I found this didn't work with my hair at all and left it looking greasy and wet. It did tame the frizz, but only in so much that it left my hair totally flattened by product. Not a fan. -
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