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Member Since: January 26, 2015Reviews
Degree® Women MotionSense Berry Cool Antiperspirant Stick
Doesn't last a whole 48 hours, but does a good enough job. I love the scent of it and it's one of the only 'berry' scents I've ever seen! Keep me dry and smelling fresh. Would buy again.
Doesn't last a whole 48 hours, but does a good enough job. I love the scent of it and it's one of the only 'berry' scents I've ever seen!
Keep me dry and smelling fresh. Would buy again.
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Lipton Green Tea Mandarin Orange Pyramid Tea Bags
A little bit pricey, but great flavour! The mandarin goes perfectly with the green tea and really makes it taste so much better, though I have to admit I am a fan of all kinds of orangey flavours!
A little bit pricey, but great flavour! The mandarin goes perfectly with the green tea and really makes it taste so much better, though I have to admit I am a fan of all kinds of orangey flavours! -
Little Secrets Milk Chocolate Candies
I bought these little chocolates on a whim. Two things they boast are 40% cocoa content and No artificial anything. They're the kind of candies you'll eat if you have specific food requirements. Taste wise, they're not bad, pretty average and on par... +
I bought these little chocolates on a whim. Two things they boast are 40% cocoa content and No artificial anything. They're the kind of candies you'll eat if you have specific food requirements. Taste wise, they're not bad, pretty average and on par with other candies of this type, though in my opinion, you can't beat Smarties!
They don't taste bitter despite the extra cocoa and it's nice to know you're eating something good for once.
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Blinngo Motion Sensor Headlamp, Adjustable Headlight Flashlight with Red Lights
This is a great headlamp, which I used to see the small details on a model I was building at my desk, since my lighting there is pretty poor. It really helped me focus on the intricate details. It's great that there are various light settings as the... +
This is a great headlamp, which I used to see the small details on a model I was building at my desk, since my lighting there is pretty poor. It really helped me focus on the intricate details. It's great that there are various light settings as the brightest light is very bright and I actually needed the lowest setting. There's also a 'flash' mode, which would be really handy for signalling or in an emergency.
You can choose a red light or a white light, but the neatest feature by far is the motion sensor. Press either the 'white' light button or the 'red' one and hold for three seconds and the light will turn green. It can then read when a hand is moved in front of it and turns on and off accordingly.
I did find the buttons were quite firm and had to be pressed reasonably hard, so I wouldn't recommend this if you have arthritis or problems in your hands, but for everyone else it works great. Similarly, when you adjust the headlamp up and down it can feel a little stiff.
The headband is very comfortable and very elastic, it comfortably fit my medium sized head and stretched easily to a comfortable fit on my husband's 'large' head as well. I was super impressed that it came with batteries (A rarity these days) and branded Duracell batteries at that!
Very happy with this headlamp and it does everything it promises!
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Pros
+ Adjustable.
+ Red or white lighting.
+ Variety of light settings (brightness and flash)
+ Motion sensor reads perfectly and is very handy.
+ Elastic is not too lose or tight and stretches comfortably to fit larger heads.
+ Comes with batteries!
+ Waterproof (IPX6 so protects against harsh water streams, basically everything except that you cannot submerge it in water)
Cons
- Buttons take a firm press (not good for those with hand problems)
- Headlamp is stiff to adjust.
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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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Pecute Grooming Slicker Brush Self Cleaning Dog & Cat Brush
I own three cats, each with different coat lengths and needs. One has short fur, sheds a lot and has an extremely thick undercoat which is a nightmare to keep matt free. One has a smooth coat, sheds a lot and generally doesn't need brushing except... +
I own three cats, each with different coat lengths and needs. One has short fur, sheds a lot and has an extremely thick undercoat which is a nightmare to keep matt free. One has a smooth coat, sheds a lot and generally doesn't need brushing except to neaten. The third is extremely fluffy, however he's also a Birman cat, which means he lacks undercoat and thus his fur rarely tangles, but does have a tendency to look nicer with a good brush.
I was very impressed that this pecute brush worked equally well on all three coats! I consider myself somewhat of an expert on cat products as I tend to spend more on my cats than on myself and have tried almost every 'it' brush, scratcher and toy out there. I've tried every kind of brush from the famed 'Furminator' to the small comb style and none of them have been as successful as this one.
I was a little concerned that the sharp, pokey type of bristles would hurt my cats as I've only seen these types of brushes used on thick-coated dogs, but all three of my cats loved it. One thing that was amusing is that my cat who likes to try and chew the brushes while I groom him, was unable to chew this due to the size and design of the brush and it actually made it a lot easier to groom him.
Do be careful not to put your hands in front of the bristle openings when pressing the button, or poke yourself with them as it can be a bit painful, but I cannot overstate how much handier this brush is than the others I've tried. Being able to retract the bristles makes cleaning this a breeze, I honestly don't think I'll use another brush every again.
The button is quite stiff as it works the mechanism, so I would not recommend this for anyone with mobility issues or athritis in their hands, which is a shame as it is quite lightweight and easy to hold.
Overall, I'm incredibly happy with this brush. Works on all coat types, not easy for my cats to chew and clean up is so easy! Would recommend to any cat owner over every 'expensive' brush I've tried!
SUMMARY
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Pros
+ Works with all coat types (Fluffy, heavy undercoat and smooth)
+ Lightweight despite large size.
+ Comfortable to hold and use.
+ Not an attractive chewing target for cats while brushing (hard for them to get their mouths around)
+ Bristles catch undercoat very well without hurting cat.
+ Leaves coat very soft and neat afterwards.
+ Retractable bristles means cleaning and disposing of hair is super easy.
Cons
- Button is a little stiff and hard to press (not good for those with mobility or strength issues)
- Possible to hurt yourself with the bristles if you're not careful.
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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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JETech 2.4Ghz Wireless Mobile Optical Mouse with USB Nano Receiver
I was looking for a no-frills, barebones wireless mouse to use with a laptop at the office, and this mouse from JETech fit the bill in every possible way. I wasn't sure what to expect, as it's very plain and looks pretty basic, but this mouse is... +
I was looking for a no-frills, barebones wireless mouse to use with a laptop at the office, and this mouse from JETech fit the bill in every possible way. I wasn't sure what to expect, as it's very plain and looks pretty basic, but this mouse is exactly what I needed. It's small and compact, but still feels good in my hand, and it's extremely responsive.
The mouse requires only one AA battery, and has a port in the bottom where the USB nano receiver can be stored. It has a button on top that allows you to adjust the sensitivity, with three settings in total, and has no additional buttons besides the left and right click and the scroll-wheel. For intense gaming this mouse wouldn't be great, but for surfing the web, writing reports and doing basic office work it's perfect. If I had one complaint it would be that the sensitivity is not displayed anywhere on the mouse, forcing you to wiggle the cursor to tell what the sensitivity is set to.
This mouse has grips on the sides and fit my hands very well. It's rounded and very easy to hold, giving me no trouble even when I was using it for five or six hours at a time. Overall, I'm extremely pleased with this mouse, and with the price that it's sold at.
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Pros
+ Perfect no-frills wireless mouse
+ Grip marks on the side for comfort
+ Adjustable sensitivity on the fly
+ Compact and very responsive
Cons
- Sensitivity is not indicated anywhere on the mouse
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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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Lipton Herbal Tea Peppermint Pyramid Tea Bags
Very refreshing and one of the only teas I find it's better to drink lukewarm. Nice to drink at the end of a meal as a replacement for dessert, or even with one or two naughty biscuits!
Very refreshing and one of the only teas I find it's better to drink lukewarm. Nice to drink at the end of a meal as a replacement for dessert, or even with one or two naughty biscuits! -
TRESemmé® Volume Healthy Volume Shampoo
Leaves my hair a greasy unmanageable mess. Volume does not mean frizz, Tresemme! :( I also find the smell of this shampoo not nice at all. It does come in a good size bottle and is a reasonable price, but that's the only plus for me.
Leaves my hair a greasy unmanageable mess. Volume does not mean frizz, Tresemme! :( I also find the smell of this shampoo not nice at all. It does come in a good size bottle and is a reasonable price, but that's the only plus for me. -
TRESemmé® Ultra Firm Control Texture Gel
Good price, but just not a fan of how it works with my short hair. Left my hair looking gluey and wet. I find it so hard to find a good texturing product and unfortunately I wasn't a fan of this. It does hold well, but my hair didn't look great.
Good price, but just not a fan of how it works with my short hair. Left my hair looking gluey and wet. I find it so hard to find a good texturing product and unfortunately I wasn't a fan of this. It does hold well, but my hair didn't look great. -
Nexxus® Emergencée Shampoo
Worked really well for my hair and the smell is not too unpleasant. I do find it quite pricey, though I was lucky enough to get a sample from a friend. I don't think I would rebuy at the current price, but if I'm ever financially better off, I... +
Worked really well for my hair and the smell is not too unpleasant. I do find it quite pricey, though I was lucky enough to get a sample from a friend. I don't think I would rebuy at the current price, but if I'm ever financially better off, I definitely would. My hair was nice and soft and fresh after using this! -
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