xoliana
Member Since: July 31, 2016Reviews
Earth Island Dairy-free Cheddar Style Slices
I was diagnosed as dairy intolerant a little over two years ago, and began the hunt for dairy-free substitutes. This is by far the best cheddar cheese I've come across! Some products tend to have a weird taste, but this tastes just like the real... +
I was diagnosed as dairy intolerant a little over two years ago, and began the hunt for dairy-free substitutes. This is by far the best cheddar cheese I've come across! Some products tend to have a weird taste, but this tastes just like the real deal.
There are ten square slices per package. They're pretty thick, and they're ideal for sandwiches of all varieties, but they're just as good on their own as a quick snack. They do melt well, but they melt differently from real cheese. They tend to melt in a kind of runny way, rather than a stretchy way, if that makes any sense at all! Also, because these are dairy-free and primarily oil-based, there is no protein source.
They have a fairly long shelf life, provided you leave them unopened. Once opened, I find they're best consumed within about 10 days or thereabouts.
The price is a little high at regular price, so stock up when they're on sale!
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Green Cricket 100% Natural Fragrance-free Shampoo
Too many of the shampoos I've tried have had a scent that bothered me. I went on Amazon and found this shampoo, which is not only 100% fragrance-free, but is also gluten-free, cruelty-free, vegan, and free from so many of the chemicals found in... +
Too many of the shampoos I've tried have had a scent that bothered me. I went on Amazon and found this shampoo, which is not only 100% fragrance-free, but is also gluten-free, cruelty-free, vegan, and free from so many of the chemicals found in traditional shampoo.
I absolutely love this stuff. Despite being fragrance free, it leaves my hair smelling wonderful. My hair always feels so clean and soft after using this. My hair is baby fine, and has a tendency to break off, but it feels much healthier after switching to this. It also doesn't seem to affect any colour I put in my hair.
The price is a little on the high side, but you do get a lot in one bottle, and that bottle will last a long time. This has easily become my favourite shampoo, and I highly recommend it for anyone with sensitivities, or if you're simy looking for something more natural.
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Neutrogena Naturals Acne Spot Treatment
Many of the spot treatments I used to use are no longer sold, so I decided to try this out. I don't get very many pimples, but when the odd one pops up, I now use this. The idea of a more natural formula appealed to me, especially because I do... +
Many of the spot treatments I used to use are no longer sold, so I decided to try this out. I don't get very many pimples, but when the odd one pops up, I now use this. The idea of a more natural formula appealed to me, especially because I do have such sensitive skin. I am also allergic to anything to do with sulphur, which many acne products use, so this was a better alternative.
This product has a small percentage of salicylic acid to help existing breakouts. If you tend to break out a lot or very badly, this probably won't be the right pick for you simply because the formula isn't very strong. But if you're like me and you only need a little bit of help, this may be a good pick.
I find that this is quite liquidy. It tends to keep coming out of the tube even after I've stopped squeezing, so the cap is always a complete mess. Because it's so runny, it spreads around on the face a lot, so start with a small amount and build up from there if need be.
This has a very light scent. It definitely doesn't smell as strongly as some other acne spot treatments, which have an almost alcoholic smell. This smells more natural. It does, however, still leave my sensitive skin feeling quite tight after I apply it. Moisturizing helps with that.
I find that one tube lasts an insanely long time, so for me it's been well worth the price.
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KIT Crease Shadow Brush
The KIT line is one that's exclusive to Rexall pharmacies. I spotted their brushes the last time I went into the store and decided to try this one. This is a fluffy crease brush that's good for blending eyeshadow into the crease. It's not quite... +
The KIT line is one that's exclusive to Rexall pharmacies. I spotted their brushes the last time I went into the store and decided to try this one.
This is a fluffy crease brush that's good for blending eyeshadow into the crease. It's not quite as fluffy as some others -- it's a bit more elongated and tapered, but the bristles move well to blend makeup.
The bristles themselves are synthetic, and they're soft. They pick up enough product to deposit evenly on the eye, but the brush itself doesn't seem to get too dirty, which is great! Because it doesn't get dirty, I haven't had to wash it as often as I do with other brushes. When I do wash it, it doesn't shed or lose its shape.
Overall this is a good, affordable option if you're looking to step up your eyeshadow game a bit.
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Real Techniques Retractable Lip Brush
This lip brush is a great for at home or for travel, because of its size and retractability. It's got a lovely pink handle too, which makes it stand out. The brush is very thin and stiff, which makes it easier to apply your favourite lipstick... +
This lip brush is a great for at home or for travel, because of its size and retractability. It's got a lovely pink handle too, which makes it stand out.
The brush is very thin and stiff, which makes it easier to apply your favourite lipstick. However, there were a few times where it felt like I had to constantly pick up more product in order to get a more even application. I think this brush has a tendency to trap a lot of product deeper between the bristles rather then placing it evenly along the brush, which is where the trouble lies.
So far, I have not noticed any shedding, like I have with other lip brushes. Getting the lipstick off of the brush in prder to use a different shade can be a pain because, as I said, it tends to trap a lot of colour deep between the bristles, so it's hard to get it all out.
It's not a perfect brush, but for the price, it's also not bad.
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Real Techniques Eye Shading Brush
This brush is a bit on the petite side, but it does the trick! The bristles are 100% synthetic duofibre, so if you're like me and don't like animal hair brushes, this is a good option. The brush is very soft and it's very well made. The bristles... +
This brush is a bit on the petite side, but it does the trick!
The bristles are 100% synthetic duofibre, so if you're like me and don't like animal hair brushes, this is a good option. The brush is very soft and it's very well made. The bristles are glued in there well, and even after many uses and after having washed it a few times, I've experienced no shedding or fraying. It has kept its shape.
Because the brush is soft but has a good amount of stiffness, it's great at packing colour onto the eyelid. This brush works even better when wet, to pick up those beautiful shimmery shades.
This is a good brush to add to your collection if you want great quality without spending a lot of money. I got mine for under $8.
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Garnier Fresh Essentials Refreshing Gel Wash
I have sensitive skin, and this doesn't break me out or make my skin feel dry or tight. The scent is very fresh, but not strong or perfumey. The product lathers really well, so a little goes a long way towards cleaning your entire face. This... +
I have sensitive skin, and this doesn't break me out or make my skin feel dry or tight. The scent is very fresh, but not strong or perfumey. The product lathers really well, so a little goes a long way towards cleaning your entire face.
This really makes my skin feel clean and refreshed. It keeps my face feeling less oily, and seems to help with the few pimples I get from time to time.
People with dry skin may not like this cleanser as much as someone with combination or oily skin, because I do find that it has a sort of mattifying effect. If you have combination skin, I would recommend this one to you. One tube lasts a long time, so it's money well spent!
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Oral-B Glide Pro-Health Comfort Plus Floss
This is the best floss I've ever used. Flossing has always been a chore for me -- the floss would get stuck easily between my teeth, or hurt my sensitive gums. This doesn't. This glides through my teeth like a dream, even through my crowns at the... +
This is the best floss I've ever used. Flossing has always been a chore for me -- the floss would get stuck easily between my teeth, or hurt my sensitive gums. This doesn't. This glides through my teeth like a dream, even through my crowns at the front. It's also absolutely painless and doesn't cause irritation. At the same time, it easily picks up debris and does its job extremely well.
The only downside is the amount of floss you get for the price. It's definitely a more expensive floss.
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Ban Invisible Solid Anti-perspirant
This is the only anti-perspirant I've used for the past ten years. It works better than any other brand I've tried. No matter what kind of day I'm having, it never lets me down. I buy the scent Sweet Surrender, also known as Sweet Simplicity. A... +
This is the only anti-perspirant I've used for the past ten years. It works better than any other brand I've tried. No matter what kind of day I'm having, it never lets me down.
I buy the scent Sweet Surrender, also known as Sweet Simplicity. A lot of fragrances bother me, but this one doesn't. It leaves a nice, refreshing scent on the body without being overwhelming. There is are other scents available, as well as a completely unscented version.
If you're like me and you have trouble finding this in stores, try looking online. There are a few websites that carry it.
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Pure Anada Lip Balm
I was looking for a cheaper substitute for my regular lip balm when I stumbled upon the Pure Anada range. Their lip balms are organic and made in Canada, which is a plus if you enjoy local or natural products. There are quite a few different... +
I was looking for a cheaper substitute for my regular lip balm when I stumbled upon the Pure Anada range. Their lip balms are organic and made in Canada, which is a plus if you enjoy local or natural products.
There are quite a few different flavours to choose from. I bought the Lime flavour, which smells amazing and just like a freshly-squeezed lime. Some organic lip products tend to get overly mushy, and since this was being shipped to me, I was worried this might happen, but it did not. It has a very thick texture that really hugs the lips and stays put for a long time. It feels incredibly moisturizing, and if I put it on overnight, my lips feel amazing in the morning.
If you're looking for a new lip balm and can't afford to spend a lot of money on one, I would highly recommend this one. It does a great job, and smells great too!
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