Overall I do like the PureRadiance Skin Cleansing system - it's easy to use and will work well for almost all skin types, however there are more affordable options out there, this one I think is a bit on the pricey side.  The system comes with 2 cleansing heads: a 'normal' one for every day use and an 'exfoliating' one for weekly use.  There are additional heads you can purchase separately, even one for sensitive skin although I find that the normal everyday one that comes with the system is incredibly soft and gentle.  The system also comes with small plastic cover cases for the heads, a small charging base, power cord to charge the unit, and a small zippered case that holds only the unit itself.  I was a little disappointed that they only included a small zippered pouch that only has room for the unit itself, but no room for the different heads, base or power cord.  If you wanted to travel with this system you would need to put it all into a different (larger) bag.

The system is super easy to use - the heads snap on easily and remove just as easily.  Once charged you are good to go, and the system is waterproof (but the charging base is not!), so you can even take it in the shower with you.  You can use with or without your favorite facial cleanser, that's your option.  A built-in 1 minute timer with a reminder 'pulse' every 20 seconds helps ensure that you spend equal amounts of time on all parts of your face and that you don't use the system for longer than you should. There are 2 speeds available - slow, and a little bit faster.  It is very quiet, much quieter than my electric toothbrush.  After 1 minute the system turns off, although you can easily turn it on again if you wish to clean your skin even more.

I find the base that the unit sits in inadequately sized given the size of the wand.  The wand is a bit long and heavy, and when you set it down in the small and light plastic base it can easily tip over if not propped near something as tall as it is (for example I keep mine in the corner of my counter where 2 corner walls help keep it from tipping).  While it is nice that the base doesn't take up much room, it seems like it needs to be a little more substantial to hold the wand while charging or drying.

I've been using this for a few weeks and it's done a wonderful job of helping remove dry, dull dead skin that is a result of the harsh winter air and is leaving my skin softer and smoother.  Using it once a day seems to work well for me, but different options may work better for others - everyone has a different skin type.  The system comes with a 45-day money-back guarantee which might help influence your purchasing decision if you're on the fence about whether you want to actually buy this, and it also comes with a 2 year limited warranty.


FACT: The founder of Bliss is *also* is the founder of Soap and Glory, so it makes sense to replicate the success of Bliss' Lemon & Sage Body Butter with this *verrrry* similar-smelling body cream. Despite the name, Orangeasm doesn't smell like oranges--- it's fragranced with Bergamot and Lemon (the description states "green mandarins" for those not-in-the-know, to indicate that it's not a juicy or sweet scent --  but more rindy and zesty type. Refreshing and energizing, unisex, and a near-scent-twin for Lemon & Sage. The texture smooths and absorbs just like Bliss', and rapidly soaks in to hydrate without leaving any greasy trace. A definitively more reasonably-priced version of a bodycare classic.

Ingredients: Aqua (Water), Glycerin, Butyrospermum parkii (Shea) butter, Cetearyl alcohol, Glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate, Vitis vinifera (Grape) seed oil, Prunus amygdalus dulcis (Sweet almond) oil, Mangifera indica (mango) seed butter, Theobroma cacao (Cocoa) seed butter, Dimethicone, Olea europaea (Olive) fruit oil, Phenoxyethanol, Dipropylene glycol, Limonene, Parfum (Fragrance), Caprylyl glycol, Sodium polyacrylate, Carbomer, PPG-20 methyl glucose ether, Citrus limon (Lemon) peel oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Menthyl lactate,Xanthan gum, Tocopheryl acetate, Mica, Potassium hydroxide, BHT, Butylene glycol, Panax ginseng root extract, Citrus reticulata (Tangerine) peel oil, Linalool, Camellia oleifera leaf extract, Citral, Tetrasodium EDTA, Pogostemon cablin oil, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Citrus aurantium amara (Bitter Orange) leaf/twig oil, Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer,Citrus aurantium dulcis peel extract, Schinus terebinthifolius seed extract, Polyester-3, Gelatin, Acacia senegal gum, Citrus aurantium dulcis (Orange) peel oil, Pelargonium graveolens flower oil, Gynostemma pentaphyllum leaf extract, Benzoic acid, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate, Denatonium benzoate, Dehydroacetic acid, Lavandula angustifolia (Lavender) oil, CI 77891 (Titanium dioxide), CI 19140 (Yellow 5), CI 45370 (Orange 5), CI 16035 (Red 40).


I received these Beauty skin bath wash cloth/towels in on time and without any damage. I just happened to stumble onto these gems. I ordered the three pack so I could give one to my husband and sister. My husband was like, What - you want me to do What? I am pretty sure he maybe
over it for good already though he has used three times but that was because I made him so he could help me with this review. Again he was like
What? Ok I really think he is all over it now. I will wash it up now and keep it for me, why? Because I love it!!!!! Yes in deed this is a keeper and I implore you to buy these because you will also love them.
I am not sure if you get to pick what color you get when you order only one but when you order the three pack you get one of each color. NO, the colors do not mean anything other than they are a particular color that is all.
What I do when I use these wash cloths is I get in the shower and stand as long as I can in  the hot water and changing from front to back. You can also take a hot bath but I am a shower kind of girl so that was the option I used. Once your skin is nice and hot take your wash cloth and put some soap on your cloth keeping in mind when you do that you will not need to use as much because this cloth lathers up A LOT.  Now for this part and I am sure you are wonder why this cloth is so long well you are now going to find out. With one had grab one end of the cloth and with the other hand take the other end of the cloth use it like you were shining you shoes. The harder you do this the better the results. It will make your skin really soft. Now some of the reviews have said that even though they thought they were clean that while using this really big wash cloth that lots of dead skin came off, and they said it was gross because it left a really dirty tub. Maybe I didn't get and dead skin off because I took a shower instead of a bath I don't now without taking a bath, but my skin was really soft. From some of the reviews they said to make sure that the wash cloths you get come from Japan and not from China because they said those were not any good. I don't know that for sure but I thought I should at least warn you what others are saying just in case they are right. I was mine every couple days because I rinse and wash with soap in the shower. I also I rewash myself to make sure all those dirty cells are off me. These should last for a while and can be used until they get soft and are not scratchy anymore.
I bought these with my own money no discount for me, I love them and so will you.  If you wouldn't mind if you found any part of this review helpful would you mind helping me out by hitting the yes button below. Thanks!


I bought this set about 5 months ago. A friend and I did this treatment to eavhother’s Hair once in October and again in December. We both had fabulous results but learned a few things:
My experience:
I have wavyish hair that has been colored every 10 weeks or so for the past 15 years. It’s shoulder length and fine strands but I have a lot of hair.
The first application was applied as directed and I used my CHI flat iron (only gets to 392 degrees according to advertising) and I left the treatment in for 2 overnights. The process took about 3.5 hours for both of us with one ty of distractions and interruptions from our kids. While the product was still in my hair, each day I would re-straighten my hair. When I washed it the first time, it was like heaven. The results were phenomenal and my morning hair-routine went from 30-45 minutes down to about 5, no exaggeration. My hair dried quickly and perfectly straight and I used the flat iron for a few touch-ups around my face. I made the mistake of assuming the shampoo and conditioner I was using st this time was sulfate-free... I was wrong 😒. The results were great for about 3 weeks then I realized my error and couldn’t wait to get together with my girlfriend again to re-do. In December I did the second treatment the same way and this time I washed my hair the following day. The results were just as good as leaving it in for 2 nights so I don’t think the length of time you wait before washing has anything to do with effectiveness. However, by ‘washing’ I mean I rinsed the stuff out of my hair thoroughly and then applied the mask and rinsed that and styled - so it wasn’t really washing I guess. Following this second treatment I used CHI Keratin shampoo and conditioner and applied the treatment mask that comes with this set about 1x week  and the results have lasted about 7+ weeks. The aftercare products are VERY important in my experience! I just did a Keratin treatment at home yesterday (using a different brand just to compare/contrast) and I’m anxious to see if the results are the same.
My Friend’s experience:
She has shoulder-length hair that is occasionally colored. Her hair is thick and courser than mine with a very, very slight wave - just enough to require a flat iron to look polished.
Following the treatment she couldn’t stand the feeling of the stuff in her hair so she rinsed it out and used the mask within a few hours of completing the process. She had heavenly results for the first 3 weeks then noticed a decline and realized she, too, had been using the wrong kind of shampoo and conditioner. After the second treatment (which she also washed out immediately) she used a Keratin shampoo and conditioner and used clarifying shampoo an couple times a week and has had consistently amazing results even currently.

We each had 2 treatments (4 applications total) and there’s still enough left in this bottle for another treatment, maybe 2.
I think this product is an amazing value and will almost certainly buy again.

Added bonus, the treatment mask and clarifying shampoo smell really amazing!

I purchased this product with my own money after hours of research and comparing products - no freebies here (although I’m not opposed to receiving them ~ hint-hint 😏)


So even though I used to do hair and should know about magnetic eyelashes, I didn’t and I was SO skeptical. I finally decided to try them. These things exceeded my expectations by far! The first time I chose the not so dramatic ones but they were thicker than my own. They did great. They were only a tad heavy. They stayed on 8 hours but I took the eyeliner with me to work and touched them up. I honestly think they would’ve stayed on longer if I hadn’t have forgotten and put regular eyeliner on first out of habit. I do wish this came in another color besides black as I have blonde hair and it’s dramatic. But once I wore them a while I realized it looked good. After work, I removed them easily. My eyes were itchy a little but when I woke up that evening they were back to normal. Another reason I think they didn’t stay on 12 hours was instead of following directions, I read somewhere that a person put the eyeliner on the the lashes while still wet and it worked better. The next night I followed directions. Put a coat on let dry then add another coat. Honestly, it pretty much dries by the time you finish both eyes. Don’t forget to shake it up though. They were very easy and quick to do. The only real time it takes is deciding which ones to use as there are so many nice selections. I realized the ones I thought were too dramatic when choosing actually look the best. I’ve gotten o many complements. And this time they stayed on all night. I think I could sleep in them and they would stay on. I wouldn’t though. The corners might poke your skin on inner eye when you close them but this can be remedied by snipping a tad off with scissors once you try them on and see how they do. I didn’t have to trim mine. Also, I had put a pair on and decided I liked the longer ones better so I took off the first ones and applied the others. I never redid the eyeliner. They still worked and stayed on. There’s magnet particles on eyeliner and the lashes are on a magnet strip. They are easy to remove but stay on like they are real. That sounds crazy. I didn’t want to ruin my own lashes with the glue kind plus I can’t get them on good enough without adjusting them. These you can take off and adjust. This gave me confidence I lacked in doing this. Plus, my hands aren’t that steady. When removing, start at corner and peel off. They won’t hurt your lashes. To remove eyeliner I used cold cream. It worked well. Just water doesn’t work. It is waterproof very much so. So cry all you want with these lashes ladies. You won’t have to worry about them falling off. One last thing, my skin is sensitive but they haven’t really bothered me so that is a big plus.


Somehow, calling the Norelco arcitec 1090  a "Men's Shaving System" seems to be a little pretentious; so I'll still call it a shaver... a very, very good shaver!

I got the aritec with the idea that it just might be time to adjust my look and rid myself of the beard I'd sported for the past two and a half years (long story, dull, boring and not germane to a product review).  I played with it and the beard for a week or so and then got real with the scissors and trimmer one evening.  Wow!  This is great!

This represents my fourth (or fifth?) Norelco shaver over the past 40-odd years, so clearly I'm guilty of some serious brand loyalty.  But while my previous Norelco shavers each represented a modest improvement over each predecessor, the arcitec is so far advanced that I'm really amazed.  It's cordless (uh.. duh...), but the first appealing little techno-googah in its arsenal is a display that tells you how many minutes worth of charge remain.  Nice touch!  Another informational readout tells you when to clean the stubble from the unit, nice for absent-minded souls like me that can get in a rush some mornings and are left wondering days later why the razor sounds a little "off".

I'm kind of a "good design" junkie.  I can't innovate myself, but I'd like to think that I recognize when the designers really, really sat down and looked for ways to make their product better.  The arcitec delivers on that big time!

Cleaning the shaving head ensemble is absurdly easy.  The heads just flip up so that you can blow, brush or rinse them out.  Yes, I said rinse, as in the use of running water.  This isn't the first razor that claims to be water friendly, however it is the first one to give me enough confidence to actually hold the shaving head under the tap.  The only criticism that I have is that the trimmer almost seems like something of an afterthought.  It's fine for trimming sideburns, however when I had the beard it was a little clunky to use while trimming around the edges etc.  But with my newly clean-shaven approach, that's a very minor complaint.

In the end however, all of those lovely little features like numeric display of the remaining battery charge, maintenance and cleaning access, and other things would all fall by the wayside if the quality of the shave were substandard.  So I will simply state that the arcitec leaves me with a smoother face than any other shaving system I've ever used... electric shaver or razor blade!

Nothing ticks me off more than paying a premium price for a product that doesn't deliver premium performance.  And the arcitec delivers in every way... design, usability, reliability and performance!


It took a while to get this review together because there was a lot to unpack with this steamer and all the little extras that came with it; however, what stood out most was how fast and powerful the steamer itself was.
If you were thinking you'd be waiting around a few minutes for this thing to start producing steam, chances are you will be pleasantly surprised by how little time it takes for the device to start pushing out huge clouds of steam.

While the instructions that come with this set are detailed, using the device itself is fairly straightforward.
Simply be aware that the steamer needs to be plugged in to work; moreover,  you will probably want to sit during its operation so that you can lean over it for a few minutes at a time.
That means you'll want to find a place where you can use the steamer comfortably, like a vanity or desk.

Other things to keep in mind as you consider buying this.
- The handheld, portable, rechargeable device is a mister, not a steamer. This wasn't completely clear on the product page, so I want to make note of it. Basically, the mister is a nice thing you can use to cool down and refresh your skin on the go.
- Packaging suggests two different types of water for the steamer and mister respectively.
  - steamer = distilled water
  - mister = mineral water
- The steamer's cord is about 2.5 feet long, which is something you will want to consider when decided where you will be most likely to use the steamer.
- The little extras like the headband with ears and the pore clearing tools make this a great gift to give someone who enjoys getting and giving facials.
- The manufacturer warns that acne which is hormonal in nature will not respond to the steamer
- The instructions also advise you not to use the steamer everyday, nor more than 10 minutes at a time. Accordingly, this is not something that is likely to add a lot of time to your daily routine, but rather something you will use once or twice a week.
- The steamer itself is cute and compact, so you're not giving up a huge amount of space if you get one, nor do you necessarily have to hide it in between uses, unless you want to.
- The steam produced is hot/warm and there is no way to control the temperature; however, you can easily regulate how you experience the heat simply by adjusting the proximity of your face to the steamer.

Overall, I would definitely recommend this facial steamer set as a purchase for yourself or as a gift for someone else who enjoys giving/getting spa treatments at home.
I personally like the effect it had on my skin; I felt as though using it has helped with both the cleansing and hydration of my skin.
Once you get through all the instructions, procure the right type of water for your steamer, and identify where you want to set it up, you will be rewarded with an easy to use machine that produces copious amounts of steam very rapidly


I’ve had numerous rechargeable beard trimmers over the years but I just bought my second one of these (slightly different model number but definitely the same device) and I’m so happy with the product that I just had to write this review. (I am not being paid or compensated in any way, shape or form for this review.) A beard trimmer is the only thing I ever shave with. (Blade and electric razors give me razor burn and PFB.) I’ve used this product every other (sometimes every 3rd or 4th) day for 5 years. I use most of the attachments. The nose hair trimming attachment works great for when my nose hair starts to tickle (it’s never nicked me or pulled a hair out). The longest comb attachment is perfect for when my goatee gets too long - takes it right back down to my preferred length. Some of the shorter comb attachments are great for manscaping - although some care needs to be taken in the southern regions. Occasionally, I’ll snap on the foil shaver - for those times when my wife needs my face to be stubble-free (if you know what I mean ;)  And it’s pretty much flawless when I use it without any attachments as a substitute for a razor/shaver. I would guess that it leaves my stubble about half a millimeter long (~ 1/64”) and the only time it ever pulls a whisker is when I’m shaving against the grain when my whiskers are too long. (In those situations, I need to cut with the grain first, then I can go against the grain to get a closer shave.)

The fact that it comes with a 5 year warranty is a big selling point. My first one lasted 5 years and 3 days (Is there a timer in there, or what?!) but I’m OK with that. (Obviously - I replaced it with the exact same thing!) $8 per year for shaving is pretty great! I can’t really give any specifics on the battery life but it seems pretty awesome to me. When it was new, I charged it about every 3 weeks or so. As time went by, that went to two weeks, then one, and for the past few months, I’ve had to plug it in and charge it after every use. I was going to try to replace the LiON battery but I couldn’t figure out how to take it apart without destroying the rubber grip around the handle. Speaking of the handle, the grip is so good that it’s hard to get whiskers off of it; I have to use the little cleaning brush that’s included. Needless to say, it has never slipped out of my hand; I’ve never dropped it. For those who are wondering, it runs off battery only. If it’s out of juice, you can’t just plug it in and use it.

If you’ve read the reviews on other beard trimmers, you know it’s a mixed bag out there... under powered, poor battery life, dies after a couple weeks, pulls hair out, etc. Not this one. Highly recommended.


I've only tried a few different shaving soaps in my time wet shaving. TOBS (Taylor of Old Bond Street) Sandalwood has been my go-to for a few years now.  My only nitpick is the fragrance...which is an oddly clean and powdery sandalwood that projects across my entire bathroom.  The fragrance also has some decent longevity, and I can still pick up notes of it while I'm getting dressed and putting on cologne, which it sometimes clashes with.  I guess my takeaway is that I needed a change from that scent.  Mitchell's Wool Fat soap seemed like a good alternative, and from what I could tell from skimming forums and reviews, it doesn't smell nearly as strongly as TOBS.

I'm pleasantly surprised so far.  It lathered in my hard water relatively well.  Just bloomed it in hot water for a minute beforehand and went to work on it with a medium body boarhair brush.  The soap had a slicker feel than I'm used to and the lather had slightly less structural integrity than TOBS but my shave didn't seem to suffer for it.  Like I usually do, I used the remaining lather I'd made to wash the rest of my face, which worked like a charm.  The post shave was just okay.  I honestly felt like I'd done a worse job on my neck than I actually had.  Might have been the switch to a tallow soap, might have been the lanolin but my neck skin felt a little roughed up and gummed up, even after my post-shave alum block and witch hazel.  As my skin dried and everything calmed down, I could finally tell that I'd actually gotten an extremely close shave and had miraculously avoided any damage in the usual spots around my adams apple.  Good stuff.

The fragrance is also a nice surprise. The Kent company, which markets and sells a repackaged version of this same soap in India claimed it had elements of Pine, Patchouli, Lavender, Musk, Cloves, Nutmeg, Cedar, Sandalwood.  I now see what the folks on the forums meant when they called that BS.
It does have a clean lavender note up front, a bit of soft powdery musk in the middle and a nebulous slightly woodsy note hanging out somewhere in the background.  All the other notes they claimed are MIA though. This is a very subdued version of a classic old-school barbershop scent.  No long distance projection, no longevity past the end of the shave.

Actually, now that I smell my hands hours later, I can actually detect a bit of that musky woodsy accord hanging around. After it managed to trigger a sense memory of helping my aunt shear sheep as a kid, I now realize that I'm actually smelling raw lanolin.  So I guess with that in mind, I'd have to reframe this soap as mostly smelling like lavender and lanolin.

Which I could definitely get used to.


But I have to write a review of this!!!
I have like the most pin-straight hair ever... ive tried curling irons, crimpers, scrunching, braids and even pin-curls (yes, what they did in the 1950's!!)
My hair does NOT keep a curl. I've used 400 degree irons resulting in barely a wave... ive even had my hair professionally curled. And the curls lasted for about 2 hours before I was a frizzy disaster.  For the last few years I had all but given up on my dream of a head of locks. Until now that is!
I saw this bed head rock n roller for just 30 bucks on prime.. I figured I'd most likely return it but wanted to try because of the reviews. And I am sooo glad I did! IT WORKS!!! HALLELUJAH! IT ACTUALLY WORKS!
My hair curled with EASE! Like so easily! I am seriously shocked... and so happy with this purchase. 2 of my good friends have already purchased this since they saw me with curls! They know how my hair is impossible to curl, but they saw it themselves!
Ok about the actual product... it has heat setting from low to high and anywhere in between, you can make big or small curls with the bumps (either spiraling over the bumps for bigger curls, or in between bumps for tighter curls.....or a fun messy mix of both), it has a nice long cord for easy movement and it heats up in literally 90 seconds.... no more waiting 10 minutes for a potential fire to start. I tried using the glove but it just got in my way of seperating hair.. you dont need it though anyway. Best part about it... it actually curls hair! (Imagine my surprise lol)
I played with it as soon as it arrived.. I put some curls in my hair and my 5 yr old daughters hair too... we were in for the night and after I easily gave us 2 happy heads of locks we went to sleep. THE NEXT MORNING I woke up with damn near perfect curls still in tact! The both of us did! I didn't even use hairspray! And I am like the energizer bunny in my sleep and my 5 yr old is...well, 5. We all know how they move in their sleep!  So I was totally shocked that they stayed in all night! Im putting up a pic from the morning after we curled..still in pjs lol... i didnt take one that night, bc i was planning on doing it better before posting a pic lol but i have to share the morning after pic bc it was such a wonderful moment in my life lol; to realize I could now curl my hair after 29 years of life!
So overall, yes! Buy this product! Do it!! You wont regret it! And, if you are like me and have trouble curling your hair, well THIS will do the trick! I definitely recommend it!!
Thank you bedhead!
Thank you amazon!
:)


Bare-bones, just the tools and a case, but the tools are of pretty good quality (I was pleasantly surprised). The sparse packaging is typical of stuff from Asia (just a guess), but you also get the lower price that comes with that. I prefer it that way (less stuff in the landfill).

If you're expecting a manual with it, then this product is probably not for you, safety-wise, and I mean that most respectfully. I guess it might say "Insert in ear, please be super careful". This is the kind of thing they usually don't sell in the US (at least from a big company) due to liability. Especially with the ear, the rule is "Only let a doctor do it" (like it is for so many things). Let me tell you, the doctors I've seen don't want to do it either (would you?). They give you the 'yuk, that's beneath me' look and refer you to earwax drops (which never worked for us). I guess what I mean is that if you're looking at buying this, you've probably tried to clean your ear with other (usually unsuitable) objects (Q-tips, etc) without much success, so you have some experience on what's safe to do and how you might use this. Again, you have to be super careful.

Now my short experience with this is to clean out the wax of another (elderly) person, not my own. I don't need it (yet), tho I suspect it's much more effective when you can see what you're doing, which you cant on yourself. Also, I think by restricting your cleaning to what you can see, you're less likely to go too deep (like you might on yourself). It works really well on dry, flaky wax. On more wet, viscous wax, I cant say. Compared to what I've used before, it's no contest. I'm really happy with it. So much more wax than I've been able to get out before.

There are three tools, each with its own usefulness that is apparent or you can figure out as you go. One is for (dull) scraping (looks like a round paw), one is for twisting/catching loose stuff (bulb-shaped spring), and one seems like a combo of both (looks like a mace w/three ridges). The last one has edges that are a little sharp, which you might need (use gently), but can be painful on the delicate skin of the inner ear. I've seen bleeding from using a Q-tip too much, so be careful.

I would clean these after every use. I use isopropyl alcohol (cheap from walmart).

The plastic case is plain and flimsy, like a throwaway case, but is actually very useful (so don't toss it). You need something to hold the tools, and it's just the right size and transparent too. I need to get better at opening it (press down where the single retaining tab is). There's plenty of places for air to get in to allow the tools to dry. Convenient.


Let me preface this by saying that the colors are pretty and generally well pigmented (I use it with Too Faced Shadow Insurance).  My issue is that many of the colors are very glittery - I like shimmery shadows, but we are talking big chunks of glitter here in several of the colors.  If you're familiar with Urban Decay's "Midnight Cowgirl" shadow family you'll get the picture.  Basically the entire palette is gliterry, except for two matte shades. If you get this, make sure to put a tissue under your eyes to catch the fall-out or you'll look like a disco ball.  I'm talking serious fall-out here.

The colors are:

Full Moon: Glittery Champagne
Night Light:  Supremely Glittery rosey pink (this one has a chalky texture, making it impossible to apply without massive fallout.)
Spotlight: Matte Beige
Nightcap: Shimmery medium tan
After Hours:  Chalky glittery medium beige
Moonstone:  Glittery deep tan
Cocoa Star:  Matte chocolate brown
Eclipse: Glittery Chestnut brown
Night Fever: Glittery Chocolate brown

The positives:  The packaging is cute, the colors are fairly pigmented, Too Faced includes looks cards so you can get ideas on looks.

The negatives:  This is only a good palette if you already have a nice collection of eyeshadow and you want something to throw in your purse when you're going out of town and know you'll be partying (and you have the patience to deal with massive fallout).  You can definitely make some work appropriate looks, but these are more glittery than shimmery, making it a bit juvenile.  Some of the shadows are chalky too. I also have the Urban Decay Naked palette and the colors are MUCH better, as is the quality of the shadows.  Personally I think Naked is also a better deal.  It's $50, so $14 more, but you get more colors, the shadows are better quality (creamier and smoother), and it comes with a nice brush.

I find that I don't use this palette much.  It isn't a palette that has an obvious place in my makeup collection.

Updated:  I am still experimenting with this palette (I brought it in my makeup bag on vacation and left my UD Naked palette at home) and I've definitely created some nice looks that are completely appropriate for daily life.  I just don't LOVE it.  The problem is, I have the Urban Decay Naked palette.  The colors are similar between UD Naked and TF Natural at Night (warm browns and champagnes) but the Urban Decay colors are shimmers (I love shimmers) and many of the shads in the Too Faced Naked at Night palette are glitters.  That makes the TF colors much harder to work with due to fallout.  Ultimately, this palette is 3.5 stars to me.  It has nice colors and you can create some great looks (provided you put tissue under your eyes to catch the fallout), but the UD Naked Palette is just better in my opinion in terms of pigmentation, ease of application, and blending.


This is a review for Majestic Pure Retinol Moisturizer Cream..........

Product Description
Retinol Moisturizer For Anti Aging

Retinol Cream is based on advanced formula of carefully picked ingredients to improve your skin recapture a youthful appearance. Retinol (Vitamin A) promotes healthier skin and helps to reverse the signs of aging. It offers many benefits such as
• Moisturizes the skin to provide long-lasting hydration
• Helps to restore Damaged skin into a healthier and youthful appearance
• Helps in Diminishing the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines
• Reduces the appearance of hyperpigmentation, such as sun spots, age spots and dark spots
• Helps control breakouts and reduces blemishes
• Restores firmness and elasticity of skin
• Helps to make skin soft, supple skin

Majestic Pure 2.5% Retinol moisturizer will truly diminish the signs of aging while nourishing your skin with the most natural and potent ingredients available. This is the most effective anti-wrinkle, anti-aging cream.

Majestic Pure Retinol Cream in as excellent anti aging Youth Formula based on 71% Organic ingredients. Hydrates Skin and Helps recapture a youthful appearance.
Retinol 2.5% formula is designed to Reduce wrinkles, blemishes, age spots, blotches and Other Signs of Aging. It contains a high concentration of retinol. Retinol moisturizer is nutritious and fabulous. Makes your skin silky reversing the signs of aging.
Retinol has been proven to smooth fine lines, fade age spots, reduce pores, and even cure some types of acne. Some peeling may occur from the retinol. It might make your skin sensitive to the sun. Sunscreen is highly recommended.
Retinol is effective at managing acne and eczema, as well as improving discolorations and wrinkles from sun damage.
100% GUARANTEE - Purchase with complete peace of mind, we are confident we have developed the absolute best Retinol 2.5% Moisturizer cream. If you are not completely satisfied with Majestic Pure Retinol Cream, we will refund your entire purchase.

Important Information
Indications:
Retinol 2.5% provides immediate and long term benefit to support radiant skin. Retinol is effective at managing acne and eczema, as well as improving discolorations and wrinkles from sun damage.

Ingredients:
2.5% Retinol, shea butter, Propolis, Green Tea, Vitamin E, Vitamin B5, Jojoba Oil

Directions:
Apply a small amount on face and neck. Lightly massage with fingertips in circular upward motion. Can be used under makeup. For sensitive skin, use once daily at night time. For normal to oily skin, can be applied morning and night. If skin starts to dry, alternate with a more moisturizing lotion. If used during day, follow up with sunscreen as Retinol may make your skin more sensitive.

This is a great product I saw results as soon as I applied to face noticed tightening of skin and hydration to my face was amazing I try to use this twice a day but I always use it before bed and when I wake in the mornings I see a big difference in my face the skin looks great the tone is evening out and the fine lines around my mouth and eyes seem to be fading some.  Disclosure: Product was provided for review, thank you


If you need a lot of space for your make up brushes and a place to keep them tidy/organized, this bag is for you!!  This bag is approximately 10.5" by 7" approximately.  It's black in color and made from high quality non-woven fabrics.  It has two zippers for easy closure.  It has the name of the company on the outside of the bag on the corner in white - "Louise Maelys".  Okay, so once you unzip it and open it - on the left, you have a mesh zipper pouch on the top half.  That little pouch is is about 5.5" long and 3" tall.  It's mesh so you can see through it.  On the bottom half of that left hand side, there is 3 elastic pouches.  These little pouches are 5" tall and about 2" wide.  Elastic at the top of them so it can hold in your brushes/tools/whatever.  In the middle of this organizer, is another zip up pouch which moves back and forth.  It is also mesh, so it's see-through.  It is 8" long and about 5.5" tall.  It zips up.  The cool thing about this pouch is that it snaps in to the middle of the entire organizer so if you want to remove it - you can!  Just unsnap the two snaps and remove!  Love that feature!  On the right hand (or back side of the organizer), is a ton of little compartments for your brushes.  On the top row, there is 9 little elastic pouches for your brushes.  These are the smallest ones, about .5" wide so these would need to be for tiny and slender brushes.  This row of little compartments goes down 6".  Next row is just a pouch.  About 6" long and 4.5" deep.  No elastic or anything - just a pouch.  Last row, on the bottom, is 5 elastic pouches.  These are about 1" wide and just about 4" tall.  These pouches can hold fatter, more wide, brushes.  On the backside of the outside of the bag, there is another zip up compartment.  There is also a nice handle on the top of the bag so you can carry it easily.  So many lovely options to hold your brushes and make up supplies!  LOVE it.  I checked all the seams and stitching on this - everything is flawless.  It does have a tiny bit of a "plastic" type odor to it, but I'm sure that will go away once it airs out more.  Overall, this is a solid five star from me.  It's a great affordable option for your make up brushes and tools.  It was packaged nicely and arrived in plenty of time.

DISCLAIMER: I received a discount on this item in exchange for my honest, unbiased review.


My once beautiful long hair is finally growing back in from chemotherapy for breast cancer. I had had it bonded by my hair salon about 6 months ago with Cinderella bonds that shed like a cat almost immediately and had hair that was split and damaged before I ever even washed it.

I took a chance on ordering 2-18 inch packs of #613 and 2-16 inch packs of #613 of Sunny hair. The hair looked beautiful and was a perfect match for my own color, but there is no way of telling until it's been washed, conditioned and blown out over a few weeks to really know how it will hold up.

My stylist, who specializes in hot fusion bonds, put in 1 pack of the 18 inch Sunny hair (50 U tips) and one pack of Cinderella hair (25 U tips) 5 days ago. I have very fine hair and a tiny head, so more would not have been possible (this amount also equals a full head of hair for me). We are experimenting to see which hair holds up better.

After one wash, conditioning and blow dry yesterday, the high priced Cinderella hair was tangling in the middle, while the Sunny hair stayed tangle-fee, but did shed quite a bit. The Sunny hair has more weight to it than the much more expensive hair though and combed out better.

One star off for how huge the actual keratin U-tip are and the shedding. My stylist tried to cut some of the tip off with great difficulty. This is an FYI for those with fine hair or those who want to be able to pull it back without the bond showing (the more expensive type has much smaller Keratin u-tips).

I will update this review after 4 weeks in, but for now, I'd like to thank other reviewers for their input as it helped me choose Sunny hair. You were all correct in saying the hair is thicker than most online hair, even though each strand is a bit different in strand width, health and quality. As the industry is unregulated, it's hard to know what you're getting and with blonde hair, just how much processing went into coloring the hair (causing damage).

If my Sunny hair holds up well, my stylist, who does at least 10 hot fusion bondings per month on clients, will be ordering directly from Sunny hair instead of the company that charges $125-$150 per pack. We are both hoping this is the case.

I hope others will try this brand  and leave reviews on their experiences. Also, if this is your first time with bonds, please remember on length that it's not going from the top of your head. The lower layers will fall much longer - I'm 5'7 with a long neck and the 18 inch lower tiers fall just a few inches above my waist.

UPDATE: please don't buy this hair if you value your natural hair.
It's impossible to remove the bonds without breaking your own hair.
It breaks, frizzes, knots up like crazy if in a warm climate.
I loved those first packs until summertime. Absolutely awful in heat and humidity. I couldn't get a brush through the hair. It would just snap off. The knots were horrific. I had my hairdresser try to remove and this is more like crazy glue on the bond than keratin.


Or, for those who prefer to view all events in a positive light, someone should be promoted. I was fortunate enough  - or so I thought -  to receive the [[ASIN:B001A0GDQE Philips Norelco Arcitec 1090 Rechargeable Cordless Men's Shaving System]] last year and although it is not a comparison of equals, I now also have the Cool Skin 8040x. The 1090x is Philips/Norelco's flagship razor and this one is more of a middle of the road competitively priced product so any comparison is unfair...for the 1090x. For the last month, I've alternated between this razor and the 1090x, and my impression is without reservation, the 8040x delivers a superior cut. I've finally found a cordless that eliminates the need to keep some manual razors in reserve. Whomever led this product development team is making the top tier team look bad.

Notwithstanding bells and whistles, the primary function of any razor is to offer a smooth, comfortable shave and this rechargeable gets the job done with aplomb, with or without utilization of the moisturizing system, whether employed as a wet or dry shaver. I'm not a real big fan of products that obligate additional expenditures for consumables like the Nivea Conditioner but I realize it is a nice feature for those who may need the conditioner to avoid skin irritation. I would recommend Nivea and Norelco team up to produce a fragrance free version as this product does conflict with other scents the consumer might use.  It is not my practice to use the conditioner every time I shave (every other day) but at my present rate, I would anticipate the initial conditioner supply will last at least six months.

Cleaning the shaver is a snap. Just turn it on and wash the heads under hot running water. I wish the upscale model cleaned as efficiently, but then, as I facetiously stated in another review my primary use for that pricey unit is as a display item now.

This razor's tracking system follows facial contours (head in my case) quite efficiently and does not require anywhere near as much pressure to achieve a close cut on stubble as has been my experience with the top of the line model. Additionally, the relatively compact size and shape is easier to manipulate. The 8040x also has a detachable trim head that can be used for close grooming and you can actually see what you're doing, another advantage over the premium model. Just pull off the tracker head and lightly press on the trimmer attachment.

Charge time for a full charge is about four hours for 40 minutes of shave time. There is a 9 minute quick charge capability that provides enough power for a three minute shave. The charging stand has a reasonably small footprint although for convenience and my take on durability, the charging cord has to be unplugged but remain attached to the base. The inexpensive plastic retainer does not look as though it would withstand multiple rotations.  The travel locking feature is a nice touch but the travel case is a joke.

Yet, for nearly $150 less than the top of the line model and superior shaving capability, I'll figure out how to securely pack it.


I am always sceptical when I see advertisements on TV for products that seem 'AMAAAAZZZZING!  MUST BUY NOW!!'
I wasn't too sure what to expect with this. I thought it was gimmicky, but I am happy to be proven wrong.
This is so much easier to use than a flat iron.
I like that it has a digital LCD that shows you what temperature the brush is heating up to.  It gives the heat range that your hair styling should be at depending on thickness, etc. I set mine to 230, the hottest setting and it worked great for my thick, curly hair.
It heats up very quickly and the hand grip is comfortable. The cord rotates from the end and the grip on the back of the wand feels nice in the hand.
The rubbery nubs on the ends of the bristles offer some flexibility, but they are not as flexible as your hairbrush. They are also shorter, too.
The way that you do this is to start with clean, well brushed hair.  As the bristles are short, they will not detangle for you.  Have your hair prepped and ready.  If you use a smoothing serum, it would be perfect to add it before you start with this.
You simply brush it over your hair like you would a hairbrush. You can brush from underneath or on top to make sure that all the hair gets close to the heated plate of the brush.
You can spend more time on areas that you want straightened more but I found that my doing my hair in pieces (held up with an alligator clip) worked best for me.
In order to get to the roots at the scalp, it was very easy.  The brush is easy to angle towards the scalp and it gets about 1/2" away from the scalp easily and starts straightening from there.
If you hair is damp, you will see some steam, but you'd expect that with a curling iron or flatiron, too.
This actually worked so well, my kids wanted to try it out and they loved it!
The only concern that I had was that if you hair is the type to come out when you brush it, it will come out when you use this, too.  The issue was removing the hair from the straightener.  It is HOT. I had to work quickly to sweep the excess hair from the brush to toss.  I will keep a wide tooth comb by this the next time I use it so I can run it over the bristles and remove the hair.
All in all: I give this a strong thumbs up!
I can't speak about the others on the market, but this one really does what it says it will do.  It is way better than a flat iron.  It covers more ground and feels more comfortable in the hand.  Its a natural movement to brush your hair and this is no different.
Excellent new beauty tool!  Very happy that this does what it claims to do!  Part of my daily hair regime now!
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I bought this because.............

1.) It gets a lot of reviews on YouTube and Lalique seems to get a lot of respect as a company.
2.) It's supposed to be a good example of a Vetiver fragrance
3.) Vetiver seems to be a big category for men's fragrances.
4.) As a newcomer to men's fragrances, I had no idea what Vetiver actually smelled like.
5.) This stuff is widely discounted and it seemed like a low risk option to learn about Vetiver and answer some of my questions.

So how does it smell?  Great!  I loved it from the first moment of the first spray through the dry down right up until it disappeared on my skin.

Reviewers use words like "dark, brooding, mysterious, and serious" to describe this.  I don't get any of that.  It just smells good.  It makes me happy.  No, it's not a light citrus smell for summer days.  It's a heavier, richer smell that's probably better for an evening out.

Personally I find this a lot like the Dolce & Gabbana The One EDP I also bought.  The smell is totally different but with both these fragrances.........
1.) I just liked the smell from the first moment.
2.) The concentration is Eau De Parfum for both.
3.) The longevity, projection, and sillage seems similar.

And speaking of performance, this is NOT "beast mode" stuff.  It's more subtle.  And as a newcomer I'm learning that can be a good thing or a bad thing depending on the circumstances when you're wearing it.  But for the most part, subtle is safer and understated is the classier way to go.  So for both the D&G The One EDP and this Encre Noir A L'Extreme these impress me as grown up fragrances that come off as sophisticated scents for grown men who wear suits for a living.  I think this would be out of place on a guy in torn jeans, sneakers, and a tee shirt.

So performance..........
Longevity - I find it's gone in about 5-6 hours.  That's fine.  I can always respray if I want.
Projection - Maybe arm's length at most.  That's OK.  It's not "in your face", it's subtle.  Someone needs to be within 3 feet to really pick upon it.  If you respray after a few hours you won't offend people.
Sillage - Again modest.  I really don't see you offending a room full of people as you walk through and leave them choking and gagging.
Uniqueness - This is not your typical men's cologne smell in my limited experience.  It's different.  It may get people thinking / wondering about what that smell is.  In a good way.
Compliments -  I've only asked one woman what she thought and I was surprised that she really liked it.  A good start.

Personally, I think this lives up to the reviews and the hype.  if this is what a good Vetiver cologne smells like, I like it.  I haven't tried the original Encre Noir or the Sport version.  This L'Extreme version was recommended as the best and most wearable choice and I'm happy I gave it a shot.

Highly recommended.


First off, let me say that I did not buy it here at Amazon, but locally here in singapore.

Exceptional, is what i would call it.  I'm certainly impressed.

To-date, i've used Gillette Platinums (blue,white box), Gillette 7 o'clock Super Platinums (black packs), Gillette 7 o'clock Super Stainless, Voskhod,  Astra SP, Concord, Croma, amongst a few others.

I would place the Gillette 7 o'clock Permasharps at the same top tier with Gillette 7 o'clock Super Platinum (indian), and the Gillette Platinum (russian).

But any blade, like a woman, needs the right approach to bring out her/its best.  Hence, i'll describe my shaving regimen. (a better regimen might bring out even more from this blade perhaps.)

1. I always have a hot shower before shaving, thus bringing out the hairs more.
2. I use the Rex Ambassador safety razor at a (extremely mild) setting of 1, thus contributing to the smoothness of the shave.
3. I use a combination of shower soap (bar) with sunflower oil (cooking), hand-lathered till the lather is thin but dense, not watery.  No brushes, shaving creams, shaving soap, scuttles, etc....completely unnecessary.
4.  I only go with-the-grain except for my neck. (which would certainly contribute to the longevity of the blade).

My stubble is hard and wiry and i do daily face and head-shaves.  I also do a once-weekly body shave, and a daily front shave from chest to netherregions.

After the shave, i pat-dry the blade with a microfibre cloth, and then strop it against the cloth on all 4 sides a couple of times each.

Ranking
_______

Sharpness -
1. G 7oc Sp
2. G 7oc Permasharp tied with Gillette Platinum

Smoothness -
1. G Permasharp (gets smoother on 2nd and 3rd day) tied with G Platinum
2. G Super Platinum

Longevity (for both head and face-shaves in terms of days) -
1. G 7oc Permasharp - 8 and counting
2. G 7oc SP - 8
3. G platinum - 6-7

I judge the blade's longevity in terms of the degree to which i can get a clean shave with a single swipe.  I always do a 2nd swipe just to get any tiny stubble that might be left behind, but the first swipe must perform at 95%.  So when i say that a blade lasts for 6 days, i mean that i get 95% only after 2 swipes and not 1.

So, in sum, i definitely recommend this blade.  I just picked up 300 yesterday, and will pick up more up to a thousand the next time i go to the shop where i get it from here in singapore.  (cost : $9.00 sgd per 100 blades here.)


PeriPera is kinda known for having amazing lip tints & stains. When I saw that they were offering lipstick bullets now, I thought these would have that same effect. I was mistaken. This is a soft textured matte lip cream developed to attain the look of blurred lips, a popular Korean beauty trend. What exactly does "blurred lips" translate to in the West? It means skip the harsh lip liner & soften the edges of your lip borders. The goal is to achieve a gradual gradient of color.

I got shade n°8 "City Pop Chili", which I would describe as a burnt brick red color. It feels very Autumnal and will be best complemented by those with warm skintones.

The texture of the lip cream itself is soft & smooth, sorta like a mousse. It's very lightweight, easy to blend, and feels comfortable on the lips. It has a matte finish, with just the right amount of moisturizing properties to keep it from completely drying out my lips.

I found that it's best to apply this product straight from the tube. I tried to build up opacity by using a lip brush to apply it, but every time I'd swipe the brush across my lips, it would actually remove product and leave bald spots. The formula isn't as long wearing as I was expecting from a matte lipstick, either. After a couple hours of eating, drinking, and expressive mouth movements, the color wears off entirely and I have to reapply. I really wish this wore down to a stain, but that's not what PeriPera was going for.

The frosted, translucent pink lipstick component used for this line of lippies is understated, but pretty. It looks very feminine. The actual lipstick bullet has a slim silhouette and an angled tip. You get exactly one inch of visible product inside the tube. This formula is free of fragrance. There is no scent at all that I can detect.

Expiration date printed on my product packaging is Aug. 2024
(2 years & 10 months from when I purchased it in Oct. 2021)

Full Ingredients:
Dimethicone, Dibutyl Adipate, Microcrystalline Wax, Polyethylene, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin), Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Ceresin, Iron Oxide Red, Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate, Diisostearyl Malate, Bis-Behenyl/Isostearyl/Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Plukenetia Volubilis Seed Oil, Agave Tequilana Leaf Extract, Diglyceryl Sebacate/Isopalmitate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Silica, Polyglyceryl-2 Diisostearate, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Propylene Carbonate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Butylene Glycol, Water, BHT, Fragrance, Lithol Rubine BCA, Sunset Yellow FCF, Brilliant Blue FCF, Tartrazine


A spray bottle is a spray bottle, right? 🤔 Lol, nope!

So, here we are... shopping on Amazon, presented with a thousand options for something as simple as a bottle that sprays. 😰

My selection criteria was this: (a) The plastic must be able to handle liquid sanitizer made with a base of 60% alcohol (the 91% ISP variety), *without suffering undesirable changes* and (b) Have a good spray nozzle capable of producing a fine, even mist *without getting clogged*.

This set of bottles from MOSTOF checks both of those boxes. ✔ I tested them specifically against 2 different types of liquid (not gel) sanitizer.  Initially, I chose this particular set for the larger sized funnels that are also included, and the fact that it comes with (10) travel sized bottles.

None of my bottles leak and they spray a fine, even mist without leaving droplets.  After seeing the spray function in action, I decided to use a couple of these for facial mists and essences. I don't know (yet) whether they'll spray every last drop, but the sprayer feed wraps all the way around the bottom of the bottle, which does look promising. 🤞 So far, every liquid I've put in them has been fine; the plastic didn't change and the sprays perform the same.

Ultimately, I had to dock a star from my rating because the bottles came filthy inside, 😬 every one of them is heavily scratched up, and one of the bottles I received doesn't sit evenly. ➡(see photos 3&4: defect (warped) bottle is on the right)⬅

PRO'S:
+ Contains everything you need to package liquids immediately
+ Includes larger sized funnels = quick flow in filling
+ Spray nozzles produce fine, even mist without leaving droplets
+ Sprayer feed goes all the way around the bottom of the bottle
+ No leaking from the bottle necks or spray nozzles
+ Spray nozzles have not clogged
+ Caps fit tightly
+ No adverse reactions to the plastic (re: high alcohol content)
+ Airline approved carry-on size
+ Excellent price for ten bottles (and two funnels!)
+ Convenient PRIME shipping
+ Bonus sheet of labels (they're small, but they work)

CONS:
- Bottles came really scratched up and very dirty
- One of the ten bottles I received doesn't sit evenly

SUMMARY:
Ultimately, I think there's some quality control issues that the manufacturer could improve upon. As long as you're not an Etsy seller, or someone that's gonna be gifting these, you may not mind the scratches or the possibility of uneven bottom(s). Provided you wash them out really good, they still do the job! 👍🏼 Should anything happen to change with these as time goes on, I will update this review. Thanks for reading! Stay safe. 😷


Good liquid latex is every nail artist's best friend. I decided to purchase this jar after using up my supply of prepared/bottled liquid latex varieties, and I am so glad I did. Prior to discovering Liquid Latex Fashions, I was buying liquid latex marketed as "nail art tape". In terms of package price and the consistent quality of product, I find that this is the much better option. As long as I continue to stamp, water marble and do gradient nails I will continue to use THIS. Here are the highlights as to why I think Liquid Latex Fashions is superior to all the rest:

* Package size is 4 ounces and an ample supply for simple nail art. It is smaller in real life than what it appears in the ad photos. I have been using this as my go-to for the past six months and have barely made a dent in it. I suspect that it will probably dry up before I can get through it all.
* Product is simple to decant - the large mouth on the jar makes it easy to use an infant medicine syringe to draw the liquid up and dispense into a clean nail polish bottle. (You can get the plastic medi syringes for free at the pharmacy counter - all you have to do is ask.)
* Consistency is thin/watery, which is easy to apply and dries very fast. It turns to a dark pink when it's dry. One layer works great for me, but you can add more layers if needed.
* It peels so good! Always a clean peel in one solid sheet - no bits and pieces of latex that break off. You can literally roll your fingertip across the edge and peel it off in one whole piece. No more fighting with latex removal after doing a gorgeous gradient!
* FYI: Ammonia free does not mean odorless. This product does not smell good at all. If you've used any type of liquid latex before, you know it does have a distinguishable smell. It is somewhere between fish oil and cat urine. Or a mixture of both. Yeah, it stinks to be perfectly honest. Just be forewarned.
* Pricing of this is so much more economical versus prepared varieties. In fact, I wouldn't be surprised if some folks weren't just repackaging this and slapping their brand labels on it.
* The bonus to THIS particular liquid latex - it's black light reactive... so if you plan on going to an all-night rave anytime soon, you can wear this and you'll glow all night! lol ;)

🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Highly recommended and I will most definitely repurchase when I hit tub bottom. Thanks for reading!

Seriously though, one more thing - In order to keep the latex fresh and from drying up, you should make sure to wipe any excess latex from around the neck of the jar. Keep the lid screwed on tight when not in use, and store it in a cool dry place.


Ever taken a bath in warm liquefied velvet? If you answered yes to that, look at you livin’ on the wild side! If you answered no, that’s perfectly understandable because I haven’t either and I suppose liquefied velvet wouldn’t get me very clean!

I have however gotten pretty close to what I imagine bathing in liquefied velvet would feel like. Let me take you back in time little ways before we fully dive into my velvet bath experience. You see it all started a month ago when my intriguement (yes, I’m aware that it’s not a real word) with essential oils began. At first, there was nothing in particular that I wanted to know about essential oils, I was just trying to soak everything up I could about them. After figuring out which oils pair well together and the benefits they provide, awesomely enough I was sent a complimentary of New York Biology Lavender Essential Oil. I gotta admit I’m not the biggest fan of the smell of lavender, but I figured I’d give it a whirl! I did some research and I discovered that lavender oil relieves pain, disinfects the scalp, and improves blood circulation. Obviously, that’s just a few tidbits of the awesomeness of lavender; you can dig deeper if you wish!

While researching all things lavender, I read somewhere (I don’t recall the publication) that cats enjoy the smell of lavender. So, I mixed a few drops of lavender essential oil with some water in a spray bottle, gave the spray bottle a few shakes to make sure it was mixed a little bit, and then sprayed the fragrant mixture into the air! Nothing happened. My cats were unphased!

Next, I tried dabbing a bit on myself, you know like one would when they are applying perfume, a few dabs on the wrist, neck, and chest area. I figured out that for the purpose of first smell impressions it was best if I applied the essential oil within five minutes of leaving to go hang out with whoever I was going to hang out with. Applying the essential oil too soon before departure meant that the smell just didn’t last or linger. However, those who did notice my lavender scented awesomeness said I smelled like “raw flower.”

Finally, we (or you) have arrived at my liquefied velvet bath story! Kudos for reading this long, I know I had a few different things going on in this post! One evening, my skin was feelin’ extra dry (thanks to the dry Colorado climate) and my bones were just a smidge achy. I filled up my tub with water, added a spoonful of coconut oil (because coconut oil is like the Beyonce of oils), and added a few drops of #NewYorkBiology essential oil. Bath time wasn’t the same that evening, I felt so cozy and the dryness of my skin was ever so slowing fading away. Not to mention my bedroom smelled of lavender so, with the warmth and coziness of the bath coupled with the calming scent of lavender, I knew I drift off to dreamland with no worries.


There are many products for nail remover out there that claim not to be harmful, help your nails, etc.  It was with skepticism that I tried Pure Body Natural's 100% Natural Nail Polish Remover.  I was intrigued to be able to possibly use a nail polish remover that would be 100% biodegradable with no harsh chemicals (that actually cause more harm to your nails than good).  I recently had had my nails done with Shellac (which I have had done in the past).  However, whatever product this particular place used caused my nails to split, crack, and peel.  When the Shellac polish was finally removed, my nails were dull and in very poor condition.  I put a coat of nail polish on them to try and 'protect' them somewhat.  When I received my Pure Body Naturals Nail Polish Remover, I was excited to try it and see, if a natural product, would really work and be able to be an efficient nail polish remover.  I used the dropper that is included and followed the instructions of placing a few drops on each nail and allowing to sit for a short time.  The instructions state the polish will begin to 'bubble' up.  When I checked my nails, not quite four to five minutes later, it still was not 'bubbled' up.  It actually appeared like one just placed a few drops of oil on them - they were shiny and all the polish still looked intact.  My initial thought was, "see another product claiming to work this isn't going to work".  I took my cotton pad and wiped over one nail just to see if anything would happen and to my amazement, the nail polish all removed!  With just one swipe, my nail polish was gone (unlike those acetone products I have tried in which I have had to scrub, get more, scrub again).  I used the corner of my cotton pad and ran it along my cuticle and the little bit of color that had stained my cuticle was gone.  My nails were left clean.  Not only were my nails clean, but they were also shiny.  I feel like using this natural product will help repair the damage the previous Shellac polish reeked on my nail bed.  I also noticed after using the Pure Body polish remover that my cuticles were easier to 'groom'.  I am so glad that I decided to try Pure Body Naturals 100% Natural Nail Polish Remover.  To have a product that lives up to its claim of doing exactly what it states it will and to also be 100% Bio degradable makes me feel good about my nails and the environment.  If you haven't tried this product, you really need to.  It comes in a 4oz bottle and with only needing a drop or two on each nail, this product is going to last me quite a long time.  #gotitdiscounted


I had a Remington wet/dry that finally got outdated and I thought to replace it. I did a lot of research and decided to try this Panasonic. I was really excited when it got here and the first time I used it I loved it and was all set to write a raving review. But I thought I should wait a couple weeks. I am very unhappy with it, as it turns out. I wish I had my Remington back (or got a new Remington). Yes, the Remington is a little louder. But this one is loud too - you can hear both of them from many rooms away. So really, that's not a big deal. I ended up getting another Remington and it is much better.

What got me is two things with this one:
1) The sides that hold the razor in place are taller than the razor area. So when you go to get a close shave, the sides of the unit scratch/scrape your leg. It is plastic, so no blood drawn or anything, but it doesn't feel good. Has no one else noticed this? I went to do a quick shave on my calves and ended up with stripes from the sides of the unit scraping my legs. And it didn't even get the little stubble. I didn't think the Remington was that fantastic, but it did better than this. Someone suggested to put the side extenders down. I do see the extenders (per the angry reply to this post), but they are down all the way. The won't go any farther down. So your angry post is not applicable. If I did not apply force to my leg with the razor, the length of the stubble it left was ridiculous. Again, maybe very long stubble is just the way it is, but not with my two Remingtons. They got much closer without having to apply force.

2) It vents out the cut hair once in a while all over your leg. You could be shaving along la di da and all of a sudden get a huge area of hair. I thought "I already went over that area?" but it was just the hair that got spit out from the razor. It is a little gross, I'm always wiping the cut hair off my leg. I've had two Remington's that did not do this. The Remington might have left the hair on the ground, or kept it in its head for me to clean later, but I prefer the Remington that didn't spit out puffs of hair on my legs incrementally. Again, the angry reply to this about including a vacuum is a bit silly.

Another disadvantage is that this one's charger plugs straight into the outlet, instead of having a cord. So I have to find an outlet to leave it in to charge that my kids won't get to. I like the cord better, so I can plug the cord in behind my dresser and have it sitting on top of my dresser in the little charger base. This one, you have to put the razor in the charger directly into the outlet. I could deal with this though if it didn't spit hair out all over my leg or leave scrapes down my leg. Yes, you could get an extension cord, so it's not that big of a deal. Just one more thing to add to a poor design IMO.


UPDATE: Ok so my install is complete and as promised here is my review:

This hair is the BEST!!! So So soft, light and feel like 100% human hair.
First thing I did was condition the bundles (leaving the tops wrapped in the original gold cords and bleached the knots on the closure.  I am so glad I did that because originally I thought the hair was too short, however after conditioning (no shampoo on the first go) the hair showed true to length. (see pictures) I got natural black 10' 4x4 closure, 12,14,16.  Also the bundles are so fat...no one will complain about not having enough.  The hair I listed above is more than enough to cover an entire head...even a large head.  I actually have a little left over, but will probably add it in on my next wash.  The hair did have a slight smell but that went away after I conditioned it.  If you must say anything as a negative, it's that the difference between the 12' and 14' was barely noticeable compared to the 16' to the 14' being more true in measurement. Included with the package was a cute pair of MAC lashes and a thank you card all in a cute reusable pink bag with a zip slider and clear on the other side.
All my pictures were taken the day after I did the install with no products on them at all or no curling or straightening.
 The hair is just as I like it. I have no photo manipulation outside of the heart lips over my face.  Again I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS HAIR and WILL be using them again and again.  I found the perfect hair for me. I hope they will post my review as I would like for other shoppers to know where to get some great hair without worrying. Thanks for taking the time to read my personal review of my experience with this awesome product.

AT FIRST GLANCE:
I was a little nervous purchasing this hair because they didn't have any reviews.  But believe me when I say it is all that. There are several things I would like to point out: When I first got the hair it seemed a little short and not true to length, however I bleached the knots and conditioned the bundles (10" 4x4, 12",14", 16") and let it air dry and it seem to grow!
The hair is true to length and once conditioned it became very soft and so beautiful.  I can tell it is good quality hair because it took the bleach on the knot (closure only) and got better.  I only gave 4 star because I am going to do make the unit and come back with more pictures to show off this beautiful hair at that time I am sure I will add another star.

 I have never used this company and don't usually get this type of curl pattern, but I will continue to order from this company for as long as they provide this type of quality hair.  We sometimes say " it's good for the cost, however this hair is a great value and I hope they keep offering good value and good quality.  I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS HAIR.

I am a real person and not sponsored or compensated for my comments  .. I am a satisfied customer.
See you when I do the install : )


I currently have an older wire brush I wanted to replace for better comfort of my cats. I chose a few different types to try out so my review will include comparisons.  This brush was most similar in size and shape of my current brush It works just as well but has coated tips which don't poke the cats' skin. They also don't poke my fingers as I try to remove the hair! After a brushing session, this item is as effective at removing the fur as my old brush though I notice the cats aren't as perturbed by the bristles. The size and shape are comfortable, the weight feels decently balanced and the handle is a rubber material that fits well in my hand. I love the push button feature and don't know why I didn't try one of these out sooner. The extendable plate makes it so much easier and comfortable to remove the hair than trying to pull it out of the non tipped bristle brush and always pricking my fingers in the process. And, even if the plate/spring wear out and I have to manually pull out the hair from the bristles, they are tipped so not a problem! I will not go back to non-tipped combs! Overall, this brush works well and I am pleased with it.  As a standalone, it's perfectly fine and effective. Having tried a few other types, though, I notice its button isn't as easy tp push as others. This will be a personal preference depending on buyers' strength limitations. The only other note is the price. It's still a bit more expensive than other similar brushes, so assuming all perform the same, I'd go with the cheapest you can find since this one doesn't really have any unique features to justify the higher cost unless you really need a more contoured handle.

Pros:
--Decently balanced. Maybe due to the larger handle, the weight feels more evenly distributed
--Rubberized grip and has some contour shape to it opposed to some others
--Easy hair removal (push a button and the plate will lift off the hair)
--About the same size as my current (old) brush
--Safety coated tips for better pet comfort and no accidental finger pricks
--Works as advertised and expected to remove hair

Cons:
--Higher priced than similar products
--Button takes more strength to operate (see tips below) compared  to others
--The plate (at least on mine) doesn't quite extend past all of the bristles. Nothing that makes the brush ineffective just noting a difference between this and other models I tried.

Tips:
--If you have limited strength in your fingers, you might want to look at a button that has less resistance or a brush that has the release button on the handle to use have more grip control. I found this button takes more effort than 2 other brushes I tried out. The easiest button to push out of the products I used was the green and white brush from guliguli.
--If you need or want the more ergo handle, this one is definitely nice and out of the 3 I tried, was the only one with rubber and some shape as opposed to a straight plastic handle.


While this comb is definitely a step above the hunk of plastic that you can buy at the drug store, I find that in person it doesn't seem to quite live up to the hype of its online description.

I realize that when using natural materials like wood, that each item will be unique. I also understand that different lighting during photography, and differing display settings can obviously make an item seem different in its picture from the how it appears in person. Compared to the obviously professionally taken photograph on the item's page, (which I will just assume was also digitally enhanced to be more appealing,) the item I received is *literally* rather lackluster...  The wood in the picture appears to be a rich, burnished gold... In person it's kind of a sickly gray-ish green, and while it is polished smooth, it doesn't seem to be very thoroughly varnished. In the photo, the teeth of the comb appear to have a slightly variegated color (as would natural horn material,) but the teeth on the one I received are thoroughly, completely and uniformly black through and through, which leads me to my next criticism... Because of the uniformity of color, I highly doubt that this was machined from a piece of natural horn... I'm fairly sure from the look and feel of it that this is some kind of plastic... Solid, fairly durable plastic... but nonetheless, still plastic.

Despite my issues with the aesthetics of this comb, it actually does work very well for me. I have very thick, curly hair that I keep longer than most men do (picture James Franco about 10 years ago on the poster for the movie Tristan and Isolde...) so the extra heft and grip of this comb are helpful when I'm trying to tame the mane, and the rounded handle fits in the palm of my hand well. This works very well for de-tangling my hair when I towel-dry my hair out of the shower.

Since this isn't just a cheapie $1 comb from the drugstore, I guess I was hoping for something just a tiny bit nicer than this. Obviously expenses have to be kept down to mass produce anything, and it's probably unreasonable of me to expect this to be constructed of seasoned wood... But since the wood is obviously still somewhat green, I kind of fear that using and keeping this in the relatively humid environs of a bathroom (even if the wood itself never actually gets wet,) will end up with this thing warping and coming apart before I get too much use out of it.

As things stand, I think it's a useful item (although I wish it were slightly larger,) and unlike the huge purple comb that I used to have sitting in my bathroom, this has a much more understated and masculine look to it. Maybe it will grow on me as time goes by... After all, it doesn't have to be pretty. It just has to do a job, and it does that job fairly well. If it had looked more like the photos, I would definitely be in love with it. Aesthetics aside, it's decent enough... so... four stars.


I really enjoy this. I'm not even using it to quit dipping, (don't have that habit). It is a healthy and natural means to freshen breath. A can lasts me about 2 weeks. It doesn't dry out or get too hard to use. I carry it around with me at all times. I use it like an after meal mint. It is refreshing and I get compliments on my minty-fresh breath.

I like using this is a mint because that's exactly what it is. You are eliminating all of the poisons and sugar that you get out of candy. This is straight from the plant. The flavor is so natural and refreshing. Here in the mountains we have mint growing almost wild, it is in place after many years of planting herbs throughout the property. Ever since I was little I would get some of the mint plants and chew on the leaves. I still do the same thing from time to time. With Beaver Chew I'm able to do just that while out and about.

People's first thought is that I'm dipping tobacco. They say, "I thought you were smarter than that". I them show them what it is. They are refreshed with an, "oh ok".

I'll put some of this in and it still has flavor about an hour later. It's impressive how long the flavor lasts. There aren't any products in this chew that will cause tooth decay. In fact if you check the ingredients there is ingredients in there that will promote healthy teeth. Like Tocopherols which is Vitamin E.

It contains Maltitol, which is an artificially produced sweetener that is a member of the sugar alcohol family. Studies have shown there are side effects with this artificial sweetener. But that is in higher doses. Taking on a little bit everyday isn't going to cause any of the stomach upset that some people say they have when using the artificial sweetener in large quantities.

The can that this chew comes in is very durable. Like I said, I carry it all the time. Even in my back pocket sometimes and it hasn't broke. The lid goes back on and provides a good seal to maintain freshness.

I have purchased directly from the company and now here on Amazon. Either way is just as good. Both times the product was in date and new. It's too bad this chew isn't available in my local stores. We live in too rural of an area for them to carry stuff like this. I would probably be the only one buying it and that just won't work.

I thought about making my own chew like this since we have the fresh mint growing. Once you do all the work and try to package it in something you're better off to just buy it already done. I'm not sure I could get it to come out so good. It would probably not maintain freshness like this does. If you aren't sure whether or not you like this product go on their website. They offer a free sample to let you know what you are purchasing.


I was skeptical about this shaver because of my past experience with electric razors. I want a very close shave and get it using shaving cream and Mach 3 blades (along with the cuts and chafing). In the past, I just couldn't get it with electric razors.  With the first shave, I wasn't real happy (not bad, but not great). My wife suggested reading the manual. There I discovered that I was using the shaver like I did a blade... pushing down hard against my skin.  The correct way is pulling the skin tight and going lightly over the skin.  This made all the difference. A really smooth shave was the result with no pain or chafing. Also the razor heads ran cooler (a little warm but not hot). I'm a convert... haven't gone back to blades!

Philips/Norelco claims that a charge will get you about a weeks worth of shaves (65 minutes of runtime per charge).  That may be true for most people but I really want a close shave and take about 10 minutes to shave.  That gives me 6 shaves on a charge plus a few extra minutes for cleaning). The top of the line model actually has a display that tells you how many minutes of shaving time is left on the battery. At first I thought this was a gimmick but as you charge it the display counts up.  This allows you to charge the  razor just enough for a shave if you find your battery completely run down.

As for cleaning, these are 3 ways to do it. The slow (and least effective) way is to open the heads and use the included brush. The heads just pop open by squezing their sides. The 2nd way is to rinse the open heads off under hot running water with the razor running.  This is fast, very effective and my favorite method. A third method is to fill your sink with hot water and submerse just the heads with the razor running for a few minutes. With the last 2 methods, you need to leave the heads open so that the razor can dry.  Any way you do it, cleaning is quick and not a pain to do.

The shaver comes with a nice stand (that also can charge the razor). It features suction cups on the bottom so that it wont slide if the vanity top gets wet (a nice touch).  It also comes with a hard plastic travel case (that doubles as a charger).  The included AC adapter plugs into either the case or the stand but not into the razor. Note that the razor runs off of the battery only (can not run off of the AC adapter). One complaint with the charger is that the manual says not to leave the charger plugged in (more of an inconvenience). This is offset by the fact that the battery fully charges in less than an hour.

Even though it's not perfect, I really recommend this shaver. If something would happen to it, I would replace it right away.


I love my PMD Personal Microdermabrasion Device. I had been using the green discs for moderate abrasion because I didn't want to harm my skin, but, because I don't have sensitive skin, I soon moved up to the very coarse red discs. What a difference they made! I love them, and they didn't irritate my skin at all. (If you're just beginning microdermabrasion, however, I would advise beginning with something delicate or moderate to see how your skin reacts.)

Like some of the other reviewers, I thought the moderate discs were doing a good job, and they were, but the red are vastly superior. They remove many more dead and dull skin cells, and, additionally, I use them on my arms and legs as well. My skin does feel a little sensitive after I use these, and I would greatly advise investing in the cleanser, toner, and recovery cream especially made for use with this device. (Skin is less sensitive than it is after dermaneedling, however.) I usually use this device in the evening, and the next day, i go lighter on my skin care routine, still using the PMD products and of course, sunscreen. Your skin will be more vulnerable after one of these treatments, even if you don't feel any stinging at all. Go easy on any products containing acid, especially glycolic, which can make you far more susceptible to sun damage. I do use a glycolic toner in the morning, and a glycolic resurfacing cream at night, but I wait about two nights after using this device to do so.

This device, and these discs, have really improved my skin. I have no discoloration, no visible pores, no superficial lines or wrinkles. This device has helped me develop the coveted "glass skin" face. My arms have lost the "sun freckles" I developed a few years ago, due to lack of sunscreen (won't make that mistake again) and they, too are very smooth. None of those little bumps some of us can develop. Just arms as smooth as silk.

This is the only home microdermabrasion device I've found that can equal a salon treatment. It's so easy to use, and it's so convenient. It's always ready for me, anytime I want to use it. No scheduling appointments, no drive to the spa, then another drive back home. I can pamper myself right in my own brand new bathroom, which was designed to contain a mini-spa. I love it! I really love the fresh, radiant, glowing skin this device gives me. But, you do have to use it twice a month to keep the glow. Believe me, the few minutes it takes to use this are certainly worth it. (Keep the device moving, don't hold it in one place.)

I use this device twice a month, and will continue to do so. And, I may buy the discs that are made especially for the body to use on my arms and legs. In fact, I know I will.

I've never been disappointed by a PMD device or product yet, and I don't believe I ever will be.


I love that this scrub contains such good ingredients. It's also a bit abrasive, which is something I appreciate. It goes on thick, but thins down while retaining a moderate amount of scrubbiness. The scrub in the container looks black at first, but as I spread it across my face and scrub it in, the areas that are scrubbed turn gray. It lets me see where I've already worked the product, and lets me focus on areas I want to put more pressure. I use a spatula to apply it so I am not constantly putting my hands into the container.

It says to use gentle circles, but I find that I am probably a little more aggressive. It does make it abrasive against my fingertips, so I have started using a little facial scrubber for applications. I have some dry patches, as well as light acne scaring and this scrub seems to really take the outer layer off of those areas for better cell turn over.

The scrub is potent, and the only negatives for me are that it leaves me feeling oily once I rinse off and the scent is overwhelmingly tropical. I am sure the scent is great for some, but I am not overly into the pineapple, papaya, and coconut like scent. Those may not be the exact fragrance ingredients, but they are what I am reminded of. I can get through the scent to scrub my face, but it does leave behind some residual smell afterwards along with a fair amount of slickness and oiliness. I actually go ahead and use a toner on my face afterwards to pull off as much leftover scent and oils as I can because of personal preference.

The price at $20 is fair for me. A little bit of this will go a long way, it has solid ingredients, and it's an abrasive scrub that actually works to pull imperfections to the surface and turn over the outer layer of skin cells and damage. If the scent were more mild, and the formula less oily, this would be 5 stars for me. I'd still get it again.

The full ingredient list includes: "Sucrose Glycerin Polyglyceryl-10 Dipalmitate Butylene Glycol Propanediol Water Fragrance Charcoal Powder Phenoxyethanol Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate Iron Oxide Caprylyl Glycol Chlorphenesin Sodium Chloride Vanillyl Butyl Ether Coconut Fatty Acid Silica Volcanic Ash Avocado Oil Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil Aleurites Moluccanus Seed Oil Coconut Oil Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract Papaya Fruit Extract Aminomethyl Propanol Saccharomyces/Zinc Ferment Saccharomyces/Magnesium Ferment Saccharomyces/Silicon Ferment Saccharomyces/Copper Ferment Saccharomyces/Iron Ferment Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate Gardenia Taitensis Flower Extract Tocopherol Ascorbyl Palmitat"


These Doctor Babor Hyaluronic Acid Serum Power Serum Ampoules seem pretty good. I definitely like this better than their collagen concentrate ampoules, but there are things that could have been changed to make me like this product a lot more.

-Received 7 glass ampoules with 2ml of product inside each one
-Well presented in a nice looking silver display box
-You have to snap the glass ampoules open. They do provide a plastic cylindrical piece to aid in doing so. I’m a nurse, so I’m used to breaking open these kinds of ampoules without any issue. I can imagine that some people would not like this though
-Watery serum that glides across skin easily
-Honestly, a little seems to cover a large area of skin. 2ml may not seem like a lot, but a single ampoule seems like way more than would be needed for one application. I have split one into 3-4 uses to be honest
-I’m assuming the company intends for one whole ampoule to be used as one application because each one is labeled as day 1-7, and they provide no way to seal an ampoule back after using which I found to be rather frustrating
-Absorbs rapidly and doesn’t feel sticky or tacky after drying like the collagen concentrate did
-Their collagen concentrate ampoules also had a heavy fragrance, so I was SO relieved to find that there is no added fragrance with these
-Made in Germany

So does it really help with plumping, smoothing, and reducing wrinkles? I don’t know. I definitely like the way my skin looks and feels right after application, but I haven’t noticed anything drastic.
As I previously stated, the 2ml of serum feels like A LOT to me if you try to put it all on your face at once. Unfortunately, this company also does not provide a way to seal an individual ampoule back for future use since they apparently intend for one ampoule to be an entire application. I remember I tried a set by the ISDIN brand with glass ampoules just like these. In the kit, the company included a top to slide over the opened glass ampoule with a cap to seal for future use. This was awesome and so convenient. I was disappointed to find out that this company did not include anything like that (I took a picture of that top and cap on one of these ampoules so you can see).

Anyway, it is possible that this product may provide good results when used long term, but I just don’t really like this being intended for use over 7 days only. If they included a top with cap to seal each individual ampoule so that the product could be used over a longer period of time, I would like it much more. I would definitely prefer a serum in a larger bottle with dropper lid.

Anyway, I hope my review was helpful in some way, and if so, I would love to know – thanks! I’ll be sure to update if I have any other comments to add.


There are two important aspects regarding this product. Price and quality...and both are positive impressions.
In terms of cost, with the current coupon, the $8 cost of this set is not just an excellent value, it's an amazing bargain. That would be a good value for just the rose quartz gua sha, alone. Even if this was a mediocre, average quality massage duo set, $8 would still represent a very good value. And, as the following review will note, the components of this set are more than worth that price.
I consider the gua sha to be the lesser of the two pieces. Still, it is a good quality rose quartz stone, with beautiful coloration. it has ample polishing, affording a shiny and smooth surface. The contour is adequately and evenly rounded with the same smooth surface as the rest of the gua sha. Close examination of the stone finds no defects or cracks, no scratches or nicks. The only concern is the gua sha is a bit thinner than I prefer.  Gua sha stones seem to follow two paths: thicker with more of a rounded aspect and thinner/flattened stones that seem to be a slice of rose quartz, that's then polished to smooth out the surface and edges.  This gua sha is in the latter category. It's still a valid, credible gua sha.
The highlight piece is the massage roller. This has two sizable roller heads. One is the typical smooth roller, while the other is a segmented/ribbed roller. The smooth roller is nicely polished, while the ribbed roller has more of a natural texture. On a normal dual sided massage roller, there are two different sized smooth rollers. On this tool, the rollers are distinctly different, but approximately the same size. This gives the tool a good balance.
The massage roller has the plastic grommets where the metal arm/axle enters the roller. This serves to protect the rose quartz and the metal arm from abrasive interaction. It also acts a bearing, affording a quiet and smooth rolling action. Furthermore, the plastic grommet is larger and better designed than other quality massage rollers. Another nice design feature is the metal collar/ring on the metal arm/axle at the intersection point. This design aspect is found on premium level massage rollers.
Attached are photos to show real world images of the product offering, with a ruler for size reference. Various angles and close ups are provided.
I am very impressed with the quality of design, materials and manufacture. It clearly met expectations. If the gua sha was the thicker version, this set would rate a 5+ star rating. So, if you prefer the thinner/flattened gua sha then you'll love this set. Based on my personal preferences, and overall positive impression of this set, due to the gua sha, the product receives "only' a 5- star rating. Yes, a 5 minus, just a very slight negative based on the gua sha preference.  A very high level recommendation for this product.


This is a surprising UV curing lamp. It has a minor elaboration of the conventional design, allowing for a slightly wider opening, but still having a multi=angle lamp placement. 72 Watts is not the most powerful UV rating for this gel curing/drying lamp, but is more than ample power to do the job in reasonably quick time.
That said, I believe that this UV lamp actually normally will output 36W, unless you specifically activate the "Double Power" setting. To do this, you select one of the 3 'regular' timers: 10S, 30S or 60S (S = seconds). This sets the timing for the lamp operation. If you then press the last button, which is also the 99S "Lowe Heat Mode" button, and hold for about 3 seconds, it will activate the lamp into 72W...double the power. Thus the regular default UV setting is 36W.  If you press the 99S button, the UV power will gradually increase over the 99 seconds.
The device also has a sensor to turn the system on/off depending if it senses hand/foot in the cavity. If you need more time, just hit one of the timer buttons again.
There is no power on/off button. Once you plug the power adapter in, the unit is 'on' and ready to go, once you set timer and insert your fingers.
While the opening is wider than most other UV lamps, it's still a tight fit for both hands. But, I appreciate the slight elaboration of the cavity opening.
One new design element that I truly appreciate is the method to connect the top and base. There are small posts with magnets atop them. These magnetically attach to corresponding screws in recessed holes. So, it takes minimal effort to separate them, but easily hold together. Other lamps have a tab in slot method that sometimes is difficult to unlock or match up easily to attach. This improvement is a smart innovative upgrade.
Another innovation is the inclusion of USB-A and USB-C ports, located about the power plug port. Both of these USB ports are rated at only 5V 2A. So check the usb specs of any device you connect to these USB charging ports. But, it's a nice addition, anyway. It is a handy port to connect a nail dust fan, or nail drill.
Attached are photos to show real world images, with close-ups to highlight features.
On my wish list is a separate power on/off button, and while the display is view-oriented for the person inserting fingers, it would make sense to have the timer buttons oriented in the same manner. I think most people purchasing these lamps are DIY nail artists. It's not too difficult to manage the timer buttons, but it would just be simpler and common sense to have these controls positioned for easy operation by the user. These issues apply to all the UV lamps that I've encountered. It's a personal perspective/opinion, and does not affect the ratings of this device.
So, this UV curing lamp is default 36W, with the capability of user option to double power to 72W. It has a nice design and improved magnetic connection for top and base.  it's a very capable and competent device.
Accordingly, it earns a 4.5 - 4.75 star rating, with a high level recommendation.


This Review is For Myconos Cosmetics Moisture Control Cushion Compact with Free Refill . I Have Uneven Skin Tone. For The Most Part, I Also Have Very Dry Skin, But Oily Around My Nose. ARGH!! I’m Also a Senior and As Much As I Like Powder Compact Products, Most Have a Tendency to Fall in the Cracks and Make You Look Like You Have Alligator Skin. Sorry, But It’s True. Or You Put Foundation On First and Then The Powder And It Looks Like You Just Powdered Over a Plaster Job and You Could Practically Scrape It Off. So, The Trick Is To Get It To Look Light, Natural and Still Cover The Imperfections. OK, I Don’t Expect To Cover Everything, Just Make Me Look Better When I Go Out. I’m Not Expecting Miracles. We Know We’re Not Going To Look 20 Again. But, That Said, This Really Did Impress Me.

The Bonus Product Was Extra Nice. I Actually Like Using Sponges and My Brushes a Little Better, But The Pad is Nice That Comes With It. The Main Thing Here is, This Does Make Me Feel Like My Makeup is “Caked“ On. It Feels Lighter and The Fact That It Has SPF .

This Is More Of a Lighter Sheer to a Medium Coverage.  Not Heavy at All, But Very Natural Looking.  It Still Provides Enough Light Coverage To Cover Most Imperfections.  I Do Apply My Moisturizer First And Let That Absorb Into My Skin.  It Makes a Good Smooth Palate To Start With.  Yes, It Sounds Like I'm Painting, But Makeup Is a Form Of Artistry.  We're Trying To Make Something Beautiful, That Looks like We Didn't Put Any Effort Into It.  If We Get The Right Products, It Should Take Less Effort.  This Is One Of The Right Products.

I Have An Enormous Amount Of Allergies and This Has Proven "Safe" For Me.  Everyone Is Different, So If You Do Have Allergies, I Suggest Trying Any New Product On The Inside Of Your Arm (Between The Elbow And Wrist)  In The Size Of a Quarter and Waiting 8 Hours.  If The Area Turns Pink/Red, Swells, Develops Welts or Itches, Don't Use The Product or They'll Be a Worse Reaction On Your Face.  My Moisturizer Has a Strong SPF in it and I Like That This Has SPF in It Too, But be Aware That Some People Can Be Allergic To The SPF, So Check Those Ingredients.  I Use Retinol Products and If You Use Any Retinol Products, Then You Know That They Cause You To Burn To a Crisp and You Have To Use Strong Sun Protection Everywhere On You.

Not Much More I Can Say, Other Than:

★ Includes Compact & Puff
★ Includes Free Refill
★ Contains a Lot of Product
★ Good Value for Product
★ Feels Good On
★ Goes Smoothly On
★ Looks Great On
★ Covers Fairly Well
★ Nice Coverage
★ Doesn't Cake
★ Contains SPF
★ Retains Moisture
★ Wrinkle Prevention

I Received This at a Discount or Free for my Honest Evaluation.. Thank You For Reading. I'm Always Available to Answer Questions.