xBrittany
Member Since: December 22, 2015Reviews
Adrien Gagnon Super Energex
I was eager to try Adrien Gagnon Super Energex, as I feel I've been lacking energy lately! Seemed like a good alternative to coffee or tea that I used to rely on. I don't have any orange juice like is suggested, so I had this with water, and then... +
I was eager to try Adrien Gagnon Super Energex, as I feel I've been lacking energy lately! Seemed like a good alternative to coffee or tea that I used to rely on.
I don't have any orange juice like is suggested, so I had this with water, and then with iced tea. The smell is VERY VERY medicinal - like a bottle of iron pills - and it was very off-putting for me. The taste is definitely not orange...which is probably why it is suggested to put in juice. Like others have commented, it is an artificial vanilla flavour that you can taste in your mouth for hours after you finish drinking. It IS drinkable in both water and iced tea, although I didn't enjoy drinking it. Best with food so the taste isn't so strong or everlasting.
So, after drinking it, I was expecting an energy boost but unfortunately, I felt no difference in energy. Even after 3 days! Unfortunately, I wouldn't recommend this nor purchase it again in the future. I suggest that Adrien Gangon changes the flavour labelling to "Vanilla", as there is no hint or smell of orange whatsoever. Regardless, I do appreciate the chance to try this product out from Chickadvisor and provide a review for it. Great company, not so great product.
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Adrien Gagnon Decadent Fudge Nutriforme Bars
Adrien Gagnon Decadent Fudge bars are a healthy, and tasty meal replacement when you're on the go, or in a rush (like most working and active people are!). For the past week, I've been eating these before work as a "lunch" and it usually keeps me... +
Adrien Gagnon Decadent Fudge bars are a healthy, and tasty meal replacement when you're on the go, or in a rush (like most working and active people are!). For the past week, I've been eating these before work as a "lunch" and it usually keeps me full for 3-4 hours. These are very helpful and practical in my routine, as I sometimes don't have enough time to cook a meal and need a quick, yet efficient bite before work to fuel and fill me.
The taste is very chocolatey, and does not taste artificial or too sweet. Instead, it is rich and is true to its name - decadent. Paired best with a water to wash it down, as it can get overwhelming after a few bites. I always finish this bar in 10 minutes, but it is so dense and decadent that it sometimes feels like a challenge to finish the last quarter. This is not surprising or unexpected, as they are essentially a quick meal and are packed with calories and nutrition so you have energy and the protein you need. Despite sometimes becoming a bit tiring or overwhelming, they are delicious and don't taste dry or grainy like your typical protein bar.
It's about 10-12 dollars for five bars, which is a bit pricy but well matched with the nutritional content. Overall, these are very effective and tasty meal replacement bars that will fill you for hours and keep you energized. I recommend these for active people who tend to skip meals. I am not sure of how effective they are at weight-loss, as that is not my main reason for using this product.
Note: I received these products for free to try from ChickAdvisor (thank you!), to provide an unbiased and honest review.
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Nestea Juice Boxes
For a juice box, the quality of the iced tea is pretty good! You can usually find these on sale. I've loved this since I was a kid, and always buy some in the summer for a quick drink, on the go or while relaxing after work. My favourite juice box... +
For a juice box, the quality of the iced tea is pretty good! You can usually find these on sale. I've loved this since I was a kid, and always buy some in the summer for a quick drink, on the go or while relaxing after work. My favourite juice box ever. Refreshing, not too sweet, and quenches my thirst. -
Maybelline New York Dream Blender
As soft (and fun to play with!) as a marshmallow, the blender allows me to apply foundation on smoothly. It is shaped like a hershey kiss, the top used for specific coverage and the sides used for cheeks, chin, forehead, etc. The blender comes with... +
As soft (and fun to play with!) as a marshmallow, the blender allows me to apply foundation on smoothly. It is shaped like a hershey kiss, the top used for specific coverage and the sides used for cheeks, chin, forehead, etc. The blender comes with instructions on how to use the blender, which I found to be very helpful. It can be washed and used again, a long-lasting product that I think will last a while.
The blender comes with a handle, which is a lot more sanitary and ergonomic than most blenders on the market. It was definitely easier to use with this feature. With a great price and quality to match, I consider this to be a necessary investment - which ChickAdvisor has graciously provided me with to review. The only flaw is that the blender seems to absorb more foundation than it applies.
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Maybelline New York Dream Velvet Foundation
Thank you, ChickAdvisor for sending me this great product to review for free! Finding a foundation is one of the hardest tasks for me when it comes to makeup and beauty. Some are too powdery, some too watery - providing me with either little or... +
Thank you, ChickAdvisor for sending me this great product to review for free! Finding a foundation is one of the hardest tasks for me when it comes to makeup and beauty. Some are too powdery, some too watery - providing me with either little or cakey coverage, and most times not allowing my skin to breathe. Maybelline's New York Dream Velvet Foundation is different. It delivers on its promises: a beautiful matte finish, velvety smooth application, with the perfect amount of hydration that doesn't dry out my skin.
This is definitely an improvement from my last foundation and concealer, and has become its replacement as it provides decent coverage on under eyes and imperfections, and evens out my skin tone. My favourite part of it is the matte finish; it's unique and a rare find that makes your skin look like it's out of a beauty ad. As a student, I get many sleepless nights and this foundation helps combat those tired eyes, giving life to my skin and a vibrancy. This foundation can be applied heavier or lighter, but I prefer a light application to give a more natural look.
This foundation is pricier than most foundations, especially for the small amount you get. That being said, a tiny dollop of foundation can cover your entire face, making it last. The only thing that would deter me from purchasing this again is the high price tag, but otherwise I find this to be a nearly flawless product.
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L'Oreal Paris Voluminous Butterfly Mascara
One of my favourite mascaras that I can depend on for flawless, voluminous and long eyelashes that makes them bat like a butterfly! ;-) Unique brush is winged, following the natural curl of eyelashes and reaching the ends, extending them the... +
One of my favourite mascaras that I can depend on for flawless, voluminous and long eyelashes that makes them bat like a butterfly! ;-) Unique brush is winged, following the natural curl of eyelashes and reaching the ends, extending them the longest. L'Oreal recently updated their formula, and although the effectiveness is the same, I do think the quality is better and they seem to last longer. A few clumps here and there that can be brushed out with another coat. The brush DOES make it easy for me to get mascara on my eyelids, but that's mostly due to user error.
My preferred shade of this mascara is midnight black - the blackest black that comes in a dark bottle to match. The design of the mascara is perfect, as you don't have to twist endlessly to ensure that it won't leak out. Once the bottle is closed, you twist once and it snaps in position. The packaging is also beautiful, simple, and classy.
The only thing that deters me from purchasing this mascara is the price. At around 20 dollars, this is one of the most expensive drugstore mascaras. That being said, it's totally worth buying when it's on sale, and I never hesitate buying this one over cheaper ones as I know the quality is superb. My mom also adores this mascara.
OVERALL: Long-lasting and (mostly) clump free, this mascara delivers and allows you to go for multiple lash looks - natural, evening, dramatic. More expensive than most drug store mascaras, but worth a try...and if you love it, worth it.
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Tassimo Caramel Macchiato
One of the best specialty drinks from Tassimo - superior in quality and taste! A bit on the pricy side, but worth it when you factor in how much a drink like this would cost at Starbucks or McD for just one cup. Bought on sale for 10 dollars... +
One of the best specialty drinks from Tassimo - superior in quality and taste! A bit on the pricy side, but worth it when you factor in how much a drink like this would cost at Starbucks or McD for just one cup. Bought on sale for 10 dollars (usually 12 dollars). Tastes better when you stir it together as you won't be left with a super sweet sip at the bottom. The milk and the caramel coffee work perfectly together. A nice hot drink to accompany a day of chilling and relaxing. Not too sweet and not artificial tasting. Would purchase again if the price is right, because everything else certainly is! :-) -
Post Honeycomb Cereal
Honeycomb cereal is one of my childhood favourites that I still love as an adult - a rare accomplishment! Tastes like honey - not too sweet, but sweet enough. The texture and crunch factor is 10/10 - even when immersed in milk. I usually find these... +
Honeycomb cereal is one of my childhood favourites that I still love as an adult - a rare accomplishment! Tastes like honey - not too sweet, but sweet enough. The texture and crunch factor is 10/10 - even when immersed in milk. I usually find these on sale for around 2 bucks, so you can't go wrong. Not nutritional enough for a daily breakfast, but good enough for a quick snack to get you going. -
Kraken Black Spiced Rum
One of my favourite rums that tastes great mixed and straight (a rare accomplishment). The spices are unique and noticeable but not overwhelming. It's sweet, but powerful. Alcohol volume of 47.0%. Nice coffee colour. Smooth, with a bite.
One of my favourite rums that tastes great mixed and straight (a rare accomplishment). The spices are unique and noticeable but not overwhelming. It's sweet, but powerful. Alcohol volume of 47.0%. Nice coffee colour. Smooth, with a bite. -
Malibu Coconut Rum
Awesome tropical infusion!! Great mixed in cocktails - especially blended in a piña colada! That being said, it's not the best quality and tastes like sunscreen when you drink it straight.
Awesome tropical infusion!! Great mixed in cocktails - especially blended in a piña colada! That being said, it's not the best quality and tastes like sunscreen when you drink it straight. -
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