This comes bubble wrapped nicely. The palette is sealed with plastic wrapper. There’s a cardboard sleeve that looks just like the palette on the front and back. The ingredients are listed on the back, which includes talc and mica. There’s a cruelty free logo (leaping bunny, and the brand MS Glamour can be found on the leaping bunny website).

The palette is cardboard and has magnetic closure. There’s a protective plastic sheet over the eyeshadows. There’s no mirror. There are shade names below each shade.

There’s 35 shades - 20 matte, 6 shimmer, 3 sequin (matte with glitter in it), and 6 pressed glitters.

I did finger swatches on my clean forearm (no primer, lotion, etc.). I labeled how many swipes (layers) for each shade.
I didn’t swatch the pressed glitters because I hate pressed glitters! They just get everywhere! Even when you don’t use them, they still creep into the other shadows and contaminate them! So I just put a piece of tape over the pans with pressed glitters in them and pretend they aren’t there 😂

The matte shades really surprised me! They were all amazing! So soft and smooth, really pigmented! There was only 1 in the first row that needed 3 swipes (layers), and then some of the pastels on the third row needed 2 swipes, but those were still really pigmented for pastel shades and built up really well! The shimmer shades were soft, smooth, and pigmented. They weren’t in your face shimmery but they had a slight sheen and looked better when wet. The mattes are definitely where this palette shines, which is good because it’s mostly mattes! The sequin shades are mattes with really tiny pieces of glitter in them. You can’t hardly see them when swatched. So, like most sequin shades, my guess is you could use it like a matte and when you start to blend it, the little pieces of glitter will just fall away, but you could pack it on and/or use it wet, to keep the glitter. When I put my finger in the sequin shades to swatch them, they were all really soft, where I got a lot of kickback in the pan. But, the sequin shade in the third row was different. It felt grittier and didn’t give any kickback, and took 3 swipes to get the swatch you see. I’m not sure why that one was so different.

Overall, this palette was really surprising! I wasn’t expecting it to be so great! The matte shades are definitely where this palette shines! They are so soft and smooth and pigmented! They aren’t patchy at all! They are easy to blend. I’m really happy with this palette! If you’re looking for some amazing colorful mattes, you should grab this palette!


These come together in a little pink box with gold writing and a clear window in the middle showing the glitter shadows inside. There’s a clear plastic sticker sealing the box closed. The back of the box has the ingredients on it.

Inside the box, the glitter shadow tubes are separated by a cardboard piece that has cutouts with separators for between each tube (see photos).

Each tube is clear with “Amber Dazzle” written in gold on the front of the tubes. The cap is silver with clear casing around it. The top of the caps has a gold circle in the middle (see photos). The bottom of each tube has a sticker with the shade name.

Each tube is a good size. Like the size of a full size lip gloss. The applicator is a doe foot applicator. It’s flat on each side, with a rounded tip.

All of the shades are beautiful. They are pretty pigmented with just 1 layer. But can also be built up nicely. See my photos - I did a photo of swatches that were just 1 layer. Then I did another photo of swatches that were 2 layers, where I did a layer, let it dry, and then did another layer.

I had been looking for glitter liquid shadows for a while, but it’s hard to find them as sets and be affordable. Most times I found them as singles and getting multiple ones got pretty pricey. So, when I saw this set I was excited! I’m glad I tried it! You get 6 tubes. They’re all big tubes (like the size of a full size lip gloss). Most liquid glitter shadows I have are tubes half the size of these! So this is great! Plus, you get such an assortment!

You get “Blue Night,” which is a beautiful bright blue. It doesn’t seem like it has glitter in it, just metallic look to it.

“Emerald,” is a beautiful green shade that doesn’t seem to have glitter in it, just metallic.

“Red Wine,” I’m not sure why it’s called “Red Wine.” I guess it’s kind of red. But to me it looks more like a rose gold. It does have glitter in it, but has more of a metallic look overall. The glitter I’m not sure if it’s gold or a rose gold color, but it blends in well.

“Black Moon” is a beautiful dark silver shade. When it’s built up, it looks like it has a black base with silver. It has silver glitter in it.

“Golden Goddess” is a beautiful gold shade with gold glitter.

“Silver Lining,” to me, it looks more like a cream shade, kind of like a white gold, with I think gold and silver glitter, so I guess that’s where the “silver” comes in.

Like I said, I think they are all really beautiful! I think you get a great amount of product. The packaging is nice. They work really well and build up really well. They last good. I think this is a great option if your looking for glitter liquid shadows!


I wasn’t sure about this at first because the product page says that it’s for “oily, trouble, acne prone skin.” I have normal to dry skin, more on the dry side. But, I do suffer from hormonal acne, so I figured I’d try it! And I am SOOOO glad that I did!

First of all, it has the cutest name - “I woke up like this” - and it comes in pink packaging! So I was a fan of that! It comes in a jar that has a seal on it, which I always appreciate. I usually prefer pumps and don’t care too much for jars because you have to put your fingers in, which can lead to bacteria getting in the jar and then you putting bacteria on your face when you use it again. BUT, they have a little spatula type tool that comes with it. So, you use that to scoop out what you need and don’t have to put your fingers in the jar. Such a nice touch! I’ve seen that before with more expensive moisturizers but not with such an affordable one! So that is amazing!

I’m honestly not sure why they call it a “cream.” To me, the texture is like a gel moisturizer. It has that thin, gel like kind of texture. And I’m not mad about it! A little goes a LOOOOONG way! The first time I used this, I applied how much I do of my normal moisturizers and it ended up being waaaaay too much! I had to wipe some off! So after that, I used way less and it worked out fine! So that’s even better since it’s a,ready affordable, but with such a little amount going such a long way, this will last you for a while.

It glides on the skin so smoothly and leaves you with a dewy face. It absorbs well. It doesn’t feel sticky or greasy after. I’ve been using it before makeup, and it works great! I haven’t had any issues with any makeup products I’ve put over it!

There’s no scent either, which I’m happy about, but honestly I love the way this works so much, I wouldn’t have cared if there was a scent! 😂

This is something I will DEFINITELY repurchase, and I will be sure to have backups on hand! I’m loving it that much!! If you have dry skin, don’t let the “for oily, trouble, acne prone skin” part scare you off and make you think this won’t work for you! It’s been amazing for my dry skin! I only get hormonal breakouts around my mouth and chin area, and other than my time of the month, I don't suffer from acne. So, even if you’re a dry skin person who gets acne sometimes, a dry skin person who never gets acne, doesn’t matter, this will work for you! I seriously recommend trying it out if you have dry skin and are looking for something to moisturize!


When it comes to cutting hair, I learned to cut simple men's styles with a pair of [[ASIN:B00008BNZ4 Wahls]] by a pro.  On occasion, I will cut someone else's hair, but typically I cut my own.  My goatee consists of course hair, while everywhere else tends to be fine and straight.  Even though I have cut the hair on top of my head in the past, I primarily use my clippers to maintain my goatee and for manscaping.

The Philips Norelco QC5055 Power Hair Clippers are designed to clean easily, requires no maintenance and, as Norelco claims, can cut any hair type into many lengths with a limited number of pieces.  Three combs are included, a stubble comb for a neat unshaven look, a small comb to cut between .12 and .83 inches, and a large comb to cut between .91 and 1.61 inches.

The Norelco clippers weigh about 9 ounces and can be used cordless.  Compared to my [[ASIN:B000I1S18Y Wahls]] which weigh about a pound and is corded, the Norelco clippers are lighter and permit cutting away from an outlet.  Both clippers feel good in the hand, even though they have different shapes.

However, the real test of the clippers is how they cut.  The Norelco clippers had trouble evenly cutting my goatee.  The turbo power really didn't do much when it came to my course hair.  I went over the area repeatedly, and while most of the hair was trimmed I had to grab my [[ASIN:B00006IVEN Wahls]] to catch all the clearly visible longer stragglers.  The next day I decided to try some manscaping.  They did much better on my chest hair, however holding the clippers to one's own chest means holding them in an awkward manner or in a way which causes the comb length to constantly reset.  The experience was so annoying; I put down the Norelco clippers and finished with my Wahls.

While the Norelco clippers are easy to clean and maintenance free, they failed to work for me.  For about the same price, one can buy a set of Wahls and get much better results.  Sure there may be more combs, but with all the ones I have I typically only use two.  As for maintaining the Wahls, brushing off the hair and occasionally placing a drop of oil on the blades when needed is about all that's required.  The convenience of the Norelco clippers really isn't that much better, although it makes a nice sales pitch.  It certainly isn't enough for me to recommend these clippers.  Instead, buy what the pros use, you won't regret it.

PROS:
Cordless
Lightweight
Feels good in the hand

CONS:
Guards slip
Uneven cutting of course hair


I'm a long-time, repeat customer of this product.  I've tried others that worked okay but they didn't always whip up into a lasting foam or the scent was off-putting.  I tried John's product over five years ago and haven't looked back at any others even those given as gifts from family and friends.

To start, you need a good quality badger boar bristle brush.  This is to insure you don't lose bristles in your soap cup or have them on your face while trying to shave.  Soak the center of the brush but don't have too much water at first.  I prefer to spin the brush with my fingers to build up soap in the bristles at first, then I add more water to the cup and work up the soap lather by whipping my brush in the cup.  I soon have a nice soft lather at this point.  John's soap foams very well and stays smooth and creamy throughout my shave even with family interruptions, etc.

Now, I brush the first layer on my face making sure to cover it well and then go back to the cup to continue whipping up more lather.  I apply the second layer which has now had a chance to soften the beard somewhat and the second layer stays richer and smoother.  If you are like most guys, your beard hair will run multiple directions.  I shave downward the first time on the cheeks, making a second pass following the jawline and then do my neck.

Go back to the shaving mug for the final lathering and now shave up the neck and work on the cheeks, making sure to rinse my razor frequently.  The key here for a close shave is to make sure you stretch or pull the neck skin by tilting your chin upward and use your non-shaving hand to pull gently downward on the neck skin.  Stroke the razor evenly and make sure you work the jawline carefully.

I generally rinse off my brush handle but not all of the bristles leaving some lather in the bristles and store my brush by resting it on the flat top or hang it from a stand.  This insures I have a quick foam start up the next morning.  Don't store your wet brush in your shaving cup as you don't want your bristles to become malformed from being wet and drying in a curved shape.  Remember, you've paid for a quality brush and you want it to last a long time.

If you are going to shower after your shave, don't worry about wiping you face, just shower normally.  If you shave after your shower, wipe your face with a hot, wet washcloth to remove the remaining soap.  Check for any rough areas and touch up if necessary.  The pleasant bay rum scent will gently stay with you through the morning.

Another nice thing about dealing with John is he is open to scent suggestions or combinations and will communicate with you concerning ideas you may have or what he's tried in the past.  The last item is he ships very fast and he's never failed to slip a little something extra into my order as a thank-you item.  It is always a pleasant surprise to find some small token, an air freshener, cologne, bathing soap or anything from his product line.  The bottom line is, since you already have to shave, take some time to enjoy it.  One way I do it is with these quality products from John.


This is one of the Gourmand holy Grails. One of BBW legends that shook the internet. Never have I ever ran into a bbw product this on POINT with its name.
The body cream moisturizer is about average. Nothing special. However the scent, the scent is what gives her the popularity. Besides the fact that the price on here is too expensive. This stuff smells exactly. I mean exactly like a jelly donut.

Pair this with the body spray. And you will be shook. The body spray was good and I thought I love that. But the body cream though.. I wish I got it when it was still at bath & body works. It brings this line to a whole new level. When you use this body cream with the spray. And especially when this stuff settles on you. It might not be the faint  of heart and some people might find it a bit overwhelming. But you smell deep fried,sugary, and jellish. Now if you're not going to like that just skip over the product.

If you are the type of person who is sensitive over certain scents during a certain time of the year. I would recommend maybe backing off of it during the hot summer. Though I wouldn't personally. This scent feeds off of heat too well. I was standing over some hot steam, and when I tell you, the smell of a deep fried jelly donut just exploded in my face as if I was BAKING DONUTS,no, like I said before, they smell more like fried donuts. So yes it does have a gourmand greasy note in my opinion. But that's the charm for me and I don't want it to changed. Except it was me. It put me in a real state of bliss. Left me like "IM REALLY OUT HERE SMELLING EXACTLY LIKE A DONUT". I was just all too happy. As with somebody who is borderline obsessed with gourmand foodie scents.
I had been dying for a authentic donut scent. But I couldn't find hardly any donut based scents. Or any pastry scent for that matter. Everything was cake or cookie or candy. And when I did. They did not smell like a donut.

I would not have guessed that bath & body works would be the literal first people to do this task and do it THIS PERFECT.

Also, if you want to be authentically smelling like a deep fried jelly donut. And you want the best of this line for your scent. I would suggest to stick with the body cream and body mist combo. Do not get the body lotion. The body lotion for some reason seems to be missing the donut part. And it's just raspberry, a sort of candy raspberry. Unless that is what you would prefer. But as for me, the donut aspect is what is the foundation of this product's charm.

The warm fluffy donut, the powdered sugar, and the raspberry jam. All are evenly distributed in my nose. Equally when it comes to the other products. It's just the donut aspect comes off as the foundation. Which is perfect.


I didn't buy this treatment from Amazon, but I thought I'd review it since when I browsed it before buying the product I wished it had a good review.

This keratin treatment did truly what it said it would, my frizz has been 99% tamed and my hair looks and feels soft. It's silky, smooth and shiny. The down side was that my hair was weighed down after washing the treatment. I hope this will go away in the next wash cycle or so. I followed the instructions provided, if your hair is resistant or virgin to keratin I recommend shampooing with the Anti-residue Shampoo (Step 1) twice making it work in your hair for 5 minutes each time. You can then let your hair air dry or blow dry it with either cool/warm/heat setting up to 85-90% (I used a cool setting here). Then apply the treatment (Step 2) with a fine comb after sectioning your hair, make sure not to get it too close to the scalp unless you're combing it upwards fast. The key thing here is to not let the solution drip down to your scalp or skin otherwise it will burn and cause irritation. A bit of an advice here, if you have vaseline I'd recommend applying it to the skin area that's close to hair line avoiding touching any of your hair (of course this is optional). Try not to over saturate, once all your hair has been coated well with the treatment without over saturating use the cool/warm but NOT the heat setting in your blow dryer to fully dry the product before using the flat iron. You can use your fingers to help with the drying and not a brush/comb. The ironing step is crucial here, you want to make sure that every strand is straight and coated with the heat from the iron 8-10 times. This ensures a straight hair after washing the treatment, so move the flat iron on each section 8-10 times on a perpendicular angle from the scalp. Once it's all straight, you can go ahead and wash your hair with warm water ensuring to scrub your scalp with your fingertips to get rid of all the solution out of your hair, then towel dry (no water dripping) before applying the "Repair Mask" (Step 3). With the last step, apply the mask generously all over then massaging it to your scalp and ensure the ends are covered too. You can wrap a plastic/shower bag and warm dry towel (I warmed my towel in the dryer first) and leave it on for at least 30 minutes or longer (I left mine close to an hour). You can comb the mask to make sure every strand is well covered.

In case you were wondering, you don't have to keep your hair straight when you apply Step 2 (Keratin Treatment), in fact once you've done a section you can swirl it back and clip it. For me, when I coated all my hair I took the clips out and combed my hair again before blow drying. Then after washing the mask thoroughly I left my hair to air dry, but you can use a heat setting here if you want to.


My under eye area is very dry so I love to try a new eye cream.  I’m pretty picky about what eye creams I feel work for me and what doesn’t.  Admittedly I didn’t research Valentia True Glow Eye Cream before trying it but I had heard of the brand.

Claims:  Reduces Fine Lines and Wrinkles, Lightens Dark Circles, Depuffs Eye Area, Tightens eye area, Nourishes and Hydrates.

The True Glow Eye Cream includes organic and natural ingredients, is vegan friendly, made in the U.S.A. using sustainable energy and cruelty free.

There are some ingredients that were chosen for the Valentia True Glow Eye Cream that are believed to work together to achieve optimum results.  Per Valentia those ingredients are:
– ASTAXANTHIN: A powerful antioxidant that increases moisture levels, smooths fine line and wrinkles, and restores elasticity to the skin.
– RESISTEM: Natural Plant Stem Cells repair and protect the skin from harsh environmental pollutants and stress related aging.
– VITAMIN C: Leaves the skin smooth and visibly brighter for a well-rested and bright eyed look.
– ORGANIC ROSEHIP OIL: Provides intense hydration to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
– ARNICA: A key anti-inflammatory agent to the restorative process that works to diminish the appearance of dark circles.

The ingredient list is quite lengthy so I have not researched them all.  The preservatives are 3 of the last 7 ingredients: Glyceryl Caprylate, Ethylhexylglycerin and Lonicera Japonica (Honeysuckle) Extract.

Valentia True Glow Eye Cream has very nice packaging.  The tinted glass container is good because some ingredients degrade over time due to lighting.  The pump dispenser keeps the cream protected from air.

The eye cream is a peach color and has a light citrus scent that I find pleasant.  The consistency is thicker than I anticipated considering the bottle has a pump.  I use the eye cream morning and evening.  It absorbs easily and there’s no irritation.  My skin feels soft and it works well under makeup.  My under-eye circles are courtesy of hereditary so I didn’t expect any changes there (and I didn’t have any).  As with any skincare product I recommend taking a photo before you begin to use a new product, use it for 6-8 weeks then look at that photo to see if you notice any difference.

The only reason I'm giving this 4 stars is because my under eye area is so dry and my skin absorbs this (and most eye creams) like a serum.  I still need to use a richer eye cream on top.  But when I use this alone it still has nice hydration and I would recommend purchasing this product (I feel that the skin under my eyes is drier than the average person).

I was given the opportunity by Valentia to try this eye cream at no charge for my (honest) opinion so I decided to give it a try.  I take product reviews seriously because I understand potential buyers are reading this and I want you to trust all reviews or articles I’ve written.


Like you, I also did my homework & purchased some extra 1-sided tape.  After losing a few pieces I just retaped & replaced, and VOILA!

So, in summary ... I AM THRILLED WITH THE QUALITY OF HAIR IN THESE EXTENSIONS.

Just wish manufacturer/seller would find a better adhesive ... good hair extension tape is not only hard to find, but expensive!

Still, I found it worth it, and will DEFINITELY purchase more of these extensions.

For the quality you're getting & overall value, you can't beat these bad boys!

***ALSO ... IF YOU ORDER THESE, OR ANY HAIR EXTENSIONS ON AMAZON (or wherever).... don't forget to pay it forward by leaving comments to help others.  Remember how much you depended on other peoples' honest comments?

AMAZING quality, weighed out EXACTLY as advertised, and I am VERY, VERY HAPPY with these hair extensions!

I've had some pretty bad experiences in my day, specifically with hair extensions.  Anyone who's been wearing them longer than 3-4+ years probably gets my gist.

The very WORST ... when you pay for "AAAAAAA Grade" remy extensions but end up getting crap quality.  Unfortunately a lot of the crap is super-coated with silicone and therefore, much to our dismay, undetectable at first glance, and often not for several weeks.  Therefore, you don't even know you got screwed until your colleague swats at your head with a rolled-up newspaper, mistaking your giant, gnarly, "neck gnat" for a small burrowing rodent.

Or when you, your friends, family members, coworkers etc began randomly losing small-to-medium sized items ... while the alien hive thing on your upper shoulder continues gaining size, volume & weight .... with no other explanation than "probably-crappy hair extensions."

So that"AAAAAAA virgin hair" you paid a premium for, ends up as an angry afro with attitude.  In just a few weeks you went from long, luscious locks to the human head eqiuvalent of an SOS pad (minus the green powdery stuff).

The extensions I purchased #1B, 16" 40 pcs 100g .... were of EXCEPTIONAL QUALITY hair.  Color was right on, length/weight as well.  SUPER HAPPY WITH THE QUALITY OF HAIR AND VALUE!

PLEASE DON'T FORGET to DO THIS!
Otherwise .... Fro, the Angry Demi-God of 3rd party hair will find you .... and fro up your s**t VERY fast!  She takes no prisoners!

Besides companies come & go, you never know if/when a vendor's quality might change.

If you USE COMMENTS, then please LEAVE THEM TOO!  Don't be a Taker!  :-)

In all seriousness, I was very impressed by the quality of this hair (purchased 11/2016) & believe it was totally worth it to pick up some extra tape to make up for lack of adhesiveness.

BEST OF LUCK WITH YOUR SEARCH .... AND DON'T FORGET TO LEAVE COMMENTS FOR THE REST OF US, PLEASE!  Thanks!


I have sensitive skin. I also have these small bumps where my body hair is coming through my skin's surface. The bumps are only bothersome because of appearance. I have a hard time using exfoliators because they end up irritating my skin. I love the properties that Coconuts possess and that is why I decided I would give Baebody's scrub a try.

This scrub has a very pleasant smell of coconut and almond. It has a similar texture to sugar, although the scrub has a wet feel to it because of the oils that are in it. The directions say to apply to clean damp skin. So obviously you would want to do this in the shower for a whole body scrub. The downside, and the reason for giving a 4 star and not 5 is that once you have massaged the scrub onto your skin you are then instructed to let the scrub sit until it dries (5-10 minutes). This is a time frame that really can not be utilized to shave your legs, or be done while conditioning your hair, you get to just stand there being cold. Also, I am a mother of a 2 year old boy... I am lucky to get 5-10 minutes to shower! It is difficult for me to use this product as directed in order to get the maximum benefits; however, there have been a couple occasions that I have been able to take my time in the shower and wait the 5-10 minutes. The way your skin feels on the surface isn't changed much by waiting out the time, If you use the scrub your skin is left feeling soft and hydrated. If you are able to wait the directed amount of time it will be worth it. Not only will your skin feel soft and hydrated, but if you let your skin really absorb the oils in the scrub then your skin is going to feel amazing for 4 or 5 days. If I am going to be applying the scrub I don't bother using my body wash. Instead I just use some shampoo to get my body clean because your going to be exfoliating anyways and the scrub has all the moisturizing power you need.

I use this scrub about once every 10 days or whenever my skin is really starting to feel "thirsty." I paid $1.95 to purchase this Baebody body scrub due to a discount that I received so that I could use it as I would normally in my everyday life and develop an honest opinion about it. I then take the time to leave a review detailing that opinion on Amazon in order to help shoppers know more about the product. I feel that it is very important to be honest and unbiased when leaving a review because it can have an impact on the decisions people make. I too rely on reviews that other post on Amazon when I am looking into products that I am considering purchasing even if I don't intend on buying the product on Amazon. There is no better feedback than that from actual customers and that is why I participate in reviewing products. The Baebody scrub will leave your skin feeling amazing, for how long depends on how long you are willing to let it dry before washing it off.


ADVANCED CLEAN / DEEP CLEAN
This product is currently undergoing a branding/labeling transition that may be confusing for some. "Advanced Clean" used to be this products varietal name, but Colgate is now applying the "Advanced" labeling to most of the Colgate Total lineup. The new labeling reads "Colgate Total Advanced", and features a prominent gold shield. The variety is now called "Deep Clean"

PACKAGING
Love the stand-up cap, which allows it to be stored on its end -- and take up less space in the medicine cabinet.

TASTE & TEXTURE
The taste is unsurprisingly minty, enough to impart a clean sensation and some lasting freshness, but not so intense it burns or lingers beyond it's welcome. The texture is typical of 'paste' type dentfrices, however it is subtly 'grittier'.

INGREDIENTS & HEALTH CLAIMS
Ingredients are mostly standard fare for mass-market toothpastes, including cleaning agents and fluoride for cavity prevention. There are however a few important differences that make the Colgate Total Advanced range, and the Deep Clean variety in particular unique amongst toothpastes here in the states.

All Colgate Total toothpastes contain triclosan, a skin and mucous membrane-safe germ killing ingredient that you likely already use daily in the form of anti-bacterial soaps, lotions, and sanitizers. When added to toothpaste it helps kill undesirable oral bacteria (the kind that cause plaque, tartar, gingivitis and cavities). Studies have shown that it has no long term detrimental effect on desirable oral flora ('good germs').  This is the ingredient that is not found in any other (to my knowledge) toothpaste available in the states, and is what allows them to make claims about 12 hours of efficacy.

Unique to the Deep Clean variety is a modified blend of silica (included in virtually all toothpastes as a cleaning and low-abrasion polishing agent). Colgate Advanced Deep Clean contains more silica, and in a wider range of grit, from very fine and undetectable to larger and more noticeably coarse. In my experience, this makes for more effective cleaning, and leaves my teeth feeling polished and glassy-smooth. It also helps prevent and even dislodge some existing tartar buildup between dental visits.

SOFTSCRUB FOR YOUR TEETH
I use this as my daily toothpaste, and while it is slightly grittier than other toothpastes, it is not coarse to the point of harshness or outright abrasiveness. If you have ever tried Pearl Drops or other home tooth polishes, this product is similar in concept but much much gentler and perfectly suitable for everyday use.

IT'S FOR YOU IF...
- You want healthy mouth, teeth and gums with fewer 'bad' germs
- You want to keep tartar from reforming after a good dental cleaning
- You like the feeling of glassy smooth, deeply cleaned teeth

THINK TWICE IF...
- You are triclosan-phobic (I am not, clearly). Some people believe this additive isn't good for you (in toothpaste, handsoap, or anywhere else for that matter)
- You have especially sensitive teeth and gums -- you may want to explore gentler options. If you consider your sensitivity level to be normal to only somewhat sensitive, I think this product would be fine.

RECOMMENDED: Yes.


I recently purchased this for my husband.  He has decided to let his beard grow out some and it has been itchy and bothersome in the in between state.  I was reading this product and thought it might be exactly what he needed so he didn't cave and shave it off.  This is what he has reported after using it the last few days:

The first thing he noticed and was very happy with, is the almost complete lack of smell.  It has just the hint of an, "unscented" scent, if that makes any sense.  You will be able to use any cologne or aftershave in conjunction with this and they will not clash in any way.

It is thick as in "not runny" but is lightweight.  Not heavy like a lotion. It is easy to apply and run through the hair.  It reminds me personally of my straightening cream I put in my own hair after I wash it.  It is very light and thin but he reports you can almost instantly feel your hair is smoother and softer.  He noticed even after the very first use that his face itched less and his hair laid nicer.  He put this in and then took a comb through his beard and he reported being more comfortable and more confident all day.

One of the things he really liked was this "tamed" his face.  He is just in the early stages of growing out so things are not all full nor does everything lay the way he would like it to.  This great little potion really helped that.  Once he put it in and combed his beard he felt better about how he looked for the day, just a little bit more comfortable and confident.

So far this has been great and has really done what I hoped it would when I came across it ~ plus it kind of made me the hero so that is even better!  I personally like it because it has taken the nasty picks out of giving him a kiss.  I can tell you it definitely made his hair softer if nothing else!

I can't speak for anyone else, but I take my reviews seriously ~ I hope I have given some information that that has helped you out! I received this product at a discount for my honest and accurate review but I am not obligated to leave a positive review, nor do I receive any incentives or monetary compensation to do so. I would hope my review is not disregarded just because of this because it is truthful & sincere and I take a lot of what could be my down time writing them. My goal is to help buyers understand aspects of an item I would like to know before purchase. I am not affiliated with any company and am a normal consumer just like you. I pick items to review that I would normally want to purchase. (I don't do reviews for things I would already deem to be junk). I would never write a review for a product that is anything but my personal opinion and I have already purchased the product, nothing changes for me based on my review, but hopefully the time I put into writing can help someone out. Hope I was able to help ~ and please don't hesitate to ask me a question about any of the products I've reviewed; I am happy to help if I can!


I actually really like these towels ~ I am not sure I would keep them in the bath for everyday because they just do not have that "finished" look to them but wow do they work!  They are not huge bath towels but unless you are looking to walk around in it you won't need huge because they whisk the water immediately away.  They are extremely absorbent!  Here is my rundown:

Extremely absorbent!  This will make an excellent hair towel!  My hair is thick and half way down my back.  This towel made short order of drying it and did not feel soaking wet & heavy walking around.  Swimmers and even more perfectly - parents of little ones visiting the pool?  This will be your savior!  My kids are bigger now, but parents of little ones at the pool know the old ~ make them finally get out, blue lips, teeth chattering?  Hand them one of these and they will be dry in minutes.  Gone will be the "I'm freezing" and trying to wrap them up in a 25 pound, soaking wet, cold towel!  As a parent I would invest in these simply for pool dry off.  Not sure since they are so fuzzy they would be the best for sitting in the grass but they WILL dry you off quickly in the chilly air!  The towel itself also dries very quickly, also making them perfect poolside.

My only drawback - not the best as a display towel ~ very soft and plush but is just finished with surging on the edges.  Perfect for functionality but not as much decor wise. It is essentially a very absorbent, finished edge, piece of fabric.  I have not yet washed them and will update when I do.  I am questioning how well these will wash just because they are so plush. The package states to wash them alone and it is most likely because they will shed.  I am worried it may be a lot and will update.

Can't speak for anyone else, but I try to take my reviews seriously ~ I know how much I count on them when I am buying, especially online! I received this product at a discount for my honest and accurate review, but I am not obligated to leave a positive review, nor do I receive any incentives or monetary compensation to do so. My goal is to help buyers understand aspects of an item I would like to know before purchase. I am not affiliated with any company and am a normal consumer just like you. I pick items to review that I would normally want to purchase. (I don't do reviews for things I would already deem to be junk). I would never write a review for a product that is anything but my personal opinion and I have already purchased the product, nothing changes for me based on my review, but hopefully the time I put into writing can help someone out. Please feel free to ask me a question about any of the products I've reviewed; I am happy to help if I can!


Just the sweet aromatic fragrance of Jasmine essential oil can do a lot to lift our spirits. For me, it makes me think of summer walks in my grandmothers garden. It brings about a sense of calm for me, and helps me to relax.
I’m not sure which variety of Jasmine was used in this blend, but common jasmine is the species most commonly used in essential oils.

The oil is extracted from the plant’s white flowers which blossom during the night. Jasmine is a valued flower and in Pakistan it has been named the National flower while the Hindus in India regard jasmine as a holy flower.
This Version of Jasmine Oil has several different carrier oils mixed with it. Here I will cover some basic information on each one:

Sweet Almond Oil -
Scent/Aroma: Sweet, Nutty
Shelf Life: up to 1 year
Contains: Vitamin A, B, E, Protein, Calcium, Glucocides, Iron, Magnesium,  Phosphorus, Potassium, Omega 3
Benefits/Properties: Moisturizing, Not Penetrating, Lubricating, Conditioning, Retains Moisture, Calms Skin, Does not Clog Pores, Removes Impurities and Dead Skin, Aphrodisiac, Prevents Wrinkles,
Good For: Dry Skin, Itching, Inflammation, Eczema, Burns, Sunburn, Sore Muscles, Dandruff, Hair Loss, Split Ends

Jojoba Oil-
Scent/Aroma: Slightly Nutty-Odorless
Shelf Life: 2 to 5 years
Contains: Vitamin B, E, Copper, Chromium, Silicon, Zinc
Benefits/Properties: Quickly Absorbs, Nourishing, Protective Properties, Similar to Collagen, Can Clog Pores, yet allows skin to breath, Dissolves excess sebum, Can extend shelf life of other oils,Antioxidant Properties
Good For: Oily Skin,  Inflammation, Acne, Dermatitis, Eczema, Psoriasis, Cradle Cap, Stretch Marks

Rose Hip Oil-
Scent/Aroma: Earthy
Shelf Life: up to 6 months (should be refrigerated in it’s pure form, but usually fine at room temp when mixed)
Contains: Vitamin A, C, K
Benefits/Properties: Regenerative, Non Greasy, Avoid with Acne and Oily Blemished skin, Anti-Inflammatory
Good For: Dry Skin,  Aged Skin, Damaged Skin, Eczema, Psoriasis, Hyper pigmentation, Scars, Wrinkles, Brittle Nails

With all essential oils, I suggest doing a small skin sensitivity test on the inside of your wrist. Place one drop on, and rub in.... Leave sit for 24 hours to check for a reaction. If it burns, turns red, itches, or otherwise blisters, you should rinse with cold water for at least 15 minutes and discontinue use of that type of oil. Bad reactions should always warrant a visit to your doctor.

All that being said, I really love this product. It is one of the best concentrations of Jasmine oil I have found, and is a bright, clean, flowery scent. I would recommend this to others.

I did receive this product at a discount in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.


So I'm gonna start by saying I am a very skeptical person, and I'm cheap. I hate spending money if I don't have to. I ran into a friend a few weeks ago, she was meeting her Monat distributor to pick up more product when I saw her. I have heard of this stuff for a couple years now, but have always remained skeptical and not wanting to fork out the money to try it. So I asked her what she thought about the product, and if there was a big enough difference to really make it worth it. And she went on and on to me about her love for Monat and all the differences she's noticed. So I thought about it, and almost made the first initial purchase (which would have been a minimum of $100 off the bat, but they do have a 30 day money back guarantee no matter how much you use of the product). I talked myself out of purchasing, because lets face it, $100 is expensive. So I did some research, and talked to my friend a couple more times.<br />Finally I got on ebay, and found sample packs. I figured, I could waste $10 easier than $100. So I purchased the Revive Shampoo samples. And I did just as my friend suggested, I washed twice, instead of once. I also decided to try the Revitalize Conditioner (purchased those too). Let me say, after shampooing, my hair was dry feeling (I could tell the difference in the shower), but when I put the conditioner in, it was like it transformed completely. I got out of the shower, still unsure what I think. I started drying my hair (I chose not to put any other product in just to see). AND OMG. My hair was so vibrant, different, my fly-away's were staying down, it felt a little more weighted than usual (which I LOVE because I have the thinnest and finest hair ever, so it gets static easily). I was in disbelief I could pull this off without my usual leave in conditioner and oil and volumizing mousse. Usually I have to get out of the shower, spray in the oil, spray in the conditioner, mix in the mousse and then style. Not with Monat though. The next day, my hair was still nice. I was still skeptical though. Now I'm 2 weeks in, and I'm still in love. People around me are noticing the difference in my hair too. I don't feel like I have to throw it up in a pony tail either like I usually would. It's soft, easy to manage, looks nicer and fuller. I love it. I also decided to get some Root lifting stuff from Monat, just to see if I would love that too. I will say, it's not bad. It does give me a little more volume, not as much as I would like, but not bad! :) I've only tried that twice so far though! :) I do plan on becoming a VIP now and making that $100 purchase, and now I can't wait to try the Wonder lash stuff! I hope my review is helpful to those out there who are skeptical like me.


I'm pleasantly surprised that a lip tattoo can deliver the high pigmented color to my lips as these Tattoo Magic Color Peel Off lipstains can deliver.  At first, I wasn't sure if I could apply it good enough on my lips as to not make a mess.  But, I applied the color from the tube as you would any other lip product that comes in a tube.  The formula is thick, as it needs to be so it doesn't run.  I just applied even pressure to the tube as I guided the slanted end over my lips from one side to the other.  I had to apply the formula fairly quickly as it seems like it would start to dry before I could apply it over the remainder of my lips.  It didn't dry THAT quickly that I cohldn't finish.  After I applied a thick layer all around my lips, I help my mouth open.  You have to so the formula doesn't stick your lips together and ruin the process.
  Peeling off the dry formula is super easy.  It left a really pretty stain on my lips like a just bitten effect.  Very pretty soft shade.  I then applied a clear lipgloss.  Its not necessary but, I wanted to.  If you leave your lips just stained, you won't feel them any dryer than if you weren't wearing the formula.
  I used 2 shades so far.  One photo I'm wearing Cherry Red, the other photo, Watermelon.  This formula stayed on my lips through dinner, a yogart, water, and even into the next morning.  I purposely didnt try to remove the stain when I washed my face before bed because, I wanted to sed how long the stain would last.
  Some days, I don't feel like wearing much make up or any at all.  The Tattoo Magic Color Peel Off lipstains are perfect for those NO MAKE UP DAYS!  They give your mouth a sweet, just bitten, bit of color so you appear more alive!  I'm really happy with my purchase, I plan on sharing a tube with a friend so she can experiencw herself how well they preform.
  I didn't even know such a product existed!  I'm going to be using all 6 shades every day.
  Here are the shades names:  1TUBE  OF WATERMELON,  2 TUBES OF LOVELY PEACH, 1 TUBE OF ROSE PINK, 1 TUBE OF CHERRY RED, AND 1 TUBE OF SEXY RED. If you want a darker finish, apply 2 coats.  Apply 1 coat and peel, then apply the second coat and peel.  I did that with the Watermelon shade.  Its photo number 2.
  I'm recommending the Tattoo Magic Colof Peel off lipstains from Homegifts with 5 shades, 6 tubes  to anyone looking for a lip product with all day, all night staying power in beautiful soft shades.  This product truely is amazing and exceeded MY expectations!  The 5th photo is me wearing Watermelon..


I have owned and used the Oral B Sonic Complete model S-200 for nearly three years. I should note that a lot of this review is probably applicable to the S-320 model as well.

When I first started using the toothbrush, it took a while to get used to the sonic vibrations in my mouth. It was a very unusual sensation--almost tickled--and made me laugh, but I soon got used to it after about a week. Interestingly, when my girlfriend first started using it she had the same experience, couldn't stop laughing.

I noticed immediately that my teeth felt much cleaner, very smooth. It was effortless to clean my teeth since the toothbrush did all the real work. One thing I noticed that was not advertised was that in addition to the 2-minute timer (three long pauses), the brush also indicates 30-second intervals (one short pause), which I found very helpful for timing even brushing around all my teeth.

I purchased replacement heads at regular intervals, and would recommend the soft heads. After about two years of using the brush, I noticed some small areas at the base of a few teeth that became VERY sensitive to the slightest pressure. My dentist informed me that this was due to gum recession (when the gums are pushed back from the tooth, exposing the more delicate and HIGHLY sensitive roots of the tooth) caused by vigorous brushing. I didn't think I was brushing vigorously at all, but I had been using the regular "clean" setting. After hearing that this discomfort was due to brushing I  started using the "soft" setting and things returned to normal, and this lower setting still effectively cleaned my teeth.

Unfortunately, in the last few weeks the toothbrush would occasionally not turn on, and eventually started to spontaneously/randomly turn on for brief moments. Apparently this was its death cry. I'm not sure whether leaving the toothbrush on the charger all the time would over time lead to diminished battery life, but would recommend against storing it on the charger.

Overall, I really liked the sonic complete toothbrush, would buy it again, and highly recommend everyone use a sonic toothbrush.

Pros:
- superior teeth cleaning
- 2-minute and 30-second timers
- does not automatically turn off after two minutes like some other electronic toothbrushes
- long-lasting charge (took it on several two-week vacations and it still had more charge left when I returned home)
- storage for three additional heads in charging station*
- toothbrush head holder in charging station can be pulled out easily for routine cleaning*
- drainage holes in the bottom of each toothbrush head slot (no nasty buildup) and good ventilation allows heads to dry (no mildew/mold)*
- wall-mountable charging station*
- non-slip rubber bottom on charging station
- solid construction, heads stay on

Cons:
- no replacement battery (dead battery = bulky manual toothbrush)
- no carrying case (apparently the S-320 model does)
- very long & bulky (it was hard to fit into my toiletries travel case)
- no PDF/digital owner's manual (OK, so this might be nit-picking, but keeping the printed manuals for every electronics gadget is a pain!)

*It appears that the S-200 model no longer comes with the larger charging station with head storage, but the S-320 model does.


Regenerator Cellulite Cream is so wonderful, it's a great cream at a great price. So, I have had 2 kiddos naturally, and am pushing 30 now. Over the years, especially the back of my legs have developed little dimples. And the sad thing is I'm 5'6" and only 130 lbs, but it's there, and it drives me absolutely crazy. I have been lucky enough to stay thin over the years, I am disabled and cannot work out at will, so thankfully I have maintained my shape through healthy eating and lifestyle. Mild yoga has helped also. But, that stubborn cellulite still remains, and even tries to get worse and worse every year. My mom, who will be 50 next year, also has developed some spots on her body that cellulite seems to like to hang out So, we began out search into the perfect product. I have searched high and low and have tried so many, LeBlanc WellBeing, Oz Shape, Slim Girl, and ultra Bootiful to name a few. They are all basically the same product, claiming almost identical results. And ALL of them had caffeine and retinol in them, I tried each of these products for a few months at a time, and was dissatisfied with each one. A couple of  them smelled horrid, others left my skin too greasy, some did absolutely nothing, no results, and yet still some even made me jittery and feel wired because of the amount of the caffeine in them, (I don't consume caffeine so that's probably why it affected me in such a way.) I looked into different creams that don't have caffeine and retinol, discovering The Regenerator Cellulite Cream, infused with liposomal tea instead of caffeine and retinol. I saw, and felt, results almost instantly. Everywhere I applied it I instantly felt my skin tighten and it stayed tight all day, even when I was sweating. Regenerator cream actually has a nice smell, if you can smell it at all, which is great. It also moisturizes nicely like a lotion, not too greasy and not leaving you dry either. I love this stuff because it's sage to put everywhere, on all your problems area. Knees, stomach, legs, neck, you name it and you can slather some of this nice feeling cream on it. I have been using the Regenerator for about a month and a half now, and I can say that I kept my expectations minimal, but this product has blown those out of the water. I just ordered my second bottle of this!! I would definitely recommend this to any person looking to tighten and tone some problem spots. I was lucky enough the second time around to receive this product during a promotion at a discounted price. I never base my opinions off of price as prices are always fluctuating. Instead, after trying many products with an unbiased attitude I truly found one that I like!!


Unfortunately, several years of too much stress has left my hair, which has always been long and luscious and thick, broken off....and I have been using tape-in extensions to compensate for my hair loss.

To give hair a break (in hopes it will grow) my hairdresser suggested I try removable extensions for a few months.  She selected Sunny Beauty for me because of its reputation for quality human hair, and its consistently being ranked in the top 10 removable extension brands.

The color was spot on!  And, for the price, the quality of the human hair is good too.  First, I tried the Halo style extensions from Sunny Beauty.  Because I had mixed feelings, there were positives and negatives, about the halos, I took the time to write an honest candid review on Amazon.  Since receiving my review, a representative at Sunny Beauty has been reaching out to me frequently - determined to help me find a product offered by her company that I would like better than the halos.

Her tenacity in kind correspondence with me clearly evinces how much Sunny Beauty cares its clients -EACH client and her personal needs.  In all my years shopping on Amazon I have never had a seller proactively reach out to me, nonetheless establish a relationship with me where her sole focus is making me feel beautiful.  Thank you, Amy, at Sunny Beauty❤❤.

So, the clip-on extensions...

1. Well, as you can see from the photo, the Sunny Beauty hair is a perfect color match.  Buying hair online and it having match perfectly in color - when matching extension color to the color of one's own hair is a challenge at high-end salons....Omgooodnesss, Sunny Beauty you get⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐!

2.  The clip-on extensions are so much easier to use than the halos!!😁😁
Amy, in her comprehensive correspondence with me, even sent a step-by-step guide (instructions and photo diagrams) of how to perfectly affix the clip-on extensions.
 I am good to go with long locks in under 10 minutes.

3. My clip-ons feel secure all day long -  To the point where I even forget I'm wearing them.  The halos, at least for me, never felt firmly affixed to my hair and I was always stressing about them moving around.

Because my natural hair is very thick,  I needed to purchase 2 halos, whitmch, by the end of the day, would somehow fuse together every time.

I do need 2 packs of clip-ons ...but they do not move!  Not once have the 2 connected to each other.

4.  As with the halos, the clip-on extensions are high quality human hair for a price that can't be beat.

4.  My biggest word of caution in my review of the halos was to inspect your order when received for quality control, because the halos I received were markedly different from one another.  The clip-ons, the other hand, have much better Craftsman ship and are identical to one another.

I AM A VERY SATISFIED CUSTOMER!
Thank you, Sunny Beauty!


Pro
Cleans teeth really well through high-frequency oscillations
No rotating parts
Brushhead slightly smaller than manual brushes

Con
May not be sealed as well as it should be
Brushing power decreases as alkaline batteries run down

Discussion
Before I bought this brush, I read the 1- and 2-star reviews complaining about corrosion, and the one reviewer who cautioned against reviewing too soon after purchase.  Well, I've been sitting on this review for more than two years.  No water intrusion, no corrosion, no need to wait any longer before posting.

After the first use, I was convinced.  After the first 2-minute session, my teeth were as clean as from an office cleaning.

The e3000 is intended for teens and preteens, thus it has a slightly smaller brushhead.  This makes it less prone to bump against teeth (which IS disconcerting!) and the small size encourages keeping the brush moving.  There's no need for 30-second reminder beeps, because you will have touched all surfaces "equally" if you keep it moving the whole time.

The toothbrush uses a strong permanent magnet at the bottom end of the brushhead assembly.  This magnet is deflected in a resonant mode by an electromagnet inside the handle, and torsion waves are sent to the head.  It's efficient and there are no rotating parts.  Regular alkaline batteries last at least a month; my next set will be NiMH rechargeables.  The handle is larger and heavier than might be expected, probably to counteract the oscillations of the head.  The buzzing is not at all unpleasant, as I also had feared.

Before switching to the Sonicare I had used the Crest SpinBrush for 10 years, and the last straw was when I rinsed off the SpinBrush and black flakes fell out into the sink, and kept coming out as I rinsed and shook.  I'd been cleaning out the crud that I could see, but what I hadn't counted on was the stuff that I couldn't see!  The openings in the SpinBrush accumulate crud, and since you can't see it, you don't think about it.  My breath is not as nasty since I started using the Sonicare and ditched the SpinBrush.

I've applied a small amount of clear silicone seal to the flexible boot which tries (not entirely successfully) to seal the top of the brush.  A couple of dabs seals the inside of the top chamber, and the tiny amount of water that gets inside that chamber does no harm.  There's only one place for crud to hide, and that's between the torsion shaft and the rubber boot where it emerges from the cap.  The brush head gets rinsed off with every use, and there are _no_ crevices in it.  After two years, it just might be time for a new brushhead...  or maybe not.

Reading through the reviews here on Amazon before purchase was very helpful, and it seems that all those who experienced early failures had water intrusion.  The addition of clear silicone to the marginally sealed areas (and if you must, silicone grease to the O-ring) fixes this one design weakness.  Make this modification yourself and enjoy it for a long time!


Alright so I got this for me and my husband to try on his vacation which we did this on 9/10/21 it is now 1/29/21. I will start from the beginning. This was the first time ever doing anything like this for me and my husband so we werent sure what to expect with the process. When you take these out I will caution you to watch how much you cute the parts that go on your feet as I cut my husband's too wide and some of the liquid that is inside did come out. So you know there is liquid inside each of the bags that go on your feet that feels weird on your feet and cold. We left on for the recommended time of an hour the process is explained in detail which I will give them kuddos for. Now after we let them stay on for an hour we then showered them off I placed lotion on my feet the first night again not sure what to expect and I didnt want this to dry my feet out too much as to where my husband didnt have a preference so he did not lotion his feet. He started seeing the peeling first. Now keep in mind I do get pedis and my last one was probably in March of 2020 and since then I have used a foot file and soak during that time. My peeling did not start until halfway thru the week so I thought that was important to mention. He does not get his feet done and never has. His peeling lasted about a week. We are about what a week and half in of peeling 2 weeks in since I did the foot mask my feet still look aweful and they are still peeling. I have started to apply lotion to the feet to see if this will help the process and only have seen minimal improvement. Now keep in mind I am an impatient person. Also to mention a burning and tingling sensation is expected its what we felt during the process once we were done. Overall I think I will stick to my parifan drips and doing my feet the way I have been doing I will say that it did wear down a few calluses I had on my feet its just the process I am not patient enough for I dont mind wearing socks too much but this is more of being forced to wear socks so I dont shed everywhere and even then I still find dead skin somewhere. This process was horrible to me and I think there are better ways to get these results. My husband didnt too much mind the process and his feet were in worse conditon than mind and his process didnt take as long and for me that was even more frustrating. This would not be something I would recommend unless you are a patient person and dont mind waiting like this for results I just want to let my feet breath again.

Update: 2/2 My foot is still peeling this is def something I will not be doing again for me its about the fact that this is suppose to be something that takes time but really this amount of time for me is ridiculous and I can get the results its providing by using a foot file after soaking is that process more difficult yes but I get results within an hour not almost a month. My feet look nasty and dry even lotion isn't helping.


Hi guys! since this product was really difficult to find info on, i made a list of the ingredients it has which you will find below.
based on a quick google search this product should be safe to use.
Although it may not be ideal for people with sensitive or acne prone skin.

It’s also made in P.R.C. Which may mean, People’s Republic of China’s.

MY IMPRESSION:
Here’s my impression of it regardless of ingredients and stuff.
I love that it’s so compact makes it easy to travel with.
It has a nice amount of weight to it so doesn’t feel cheap.
It has a small mirror inside which is a big plus for me since I plan on making this my only makeup palette I carry in my bag.
I also got it for it’s gorgeous design on the cover it’s quite lovely and I couldn’t resist being drawn to it.
The packaging also has the design engraved on it and I plan on turning it into a bookmark. The packaging also has a weird description I attached a picture of it so enjoy reading it!
The colors are pretty and go well together. They arent crazy pigmented but theyre perfect for my needs.
A brush is also included with this product, I don’t plan on using it. But it will be nice to have in emergencies where I forget my brushes at home.
The makeup came off easily with soap after I was done swatching it.
Overall I’m very pleased with this purchase. I hope you guys find this helpful!

INGREDIENTS:
Mica:
generally safe;  used to brighten pigments
Silica:
generally safe; used to prevent makeup from becoming cakey
Magnesium stearate:
generally safe; used to make makeup stay on skin
Nylon 12:
generally safe; has some UV protection qualities
Dimethicone:
generally safe;used to give makeup soft and smooth consistency
Diisostearyl malate:
generally safe it’s used to give make up softer, smoother consistency
Lauroyl lysine:
generally safe, amino acid derived from coconut oil used as a conditioning agent. It will clog pores. But this shouldn’t be a problem since you should be taking off your makeup everyday anyway.
Ethylhexyl palmitate:
generally safe, used to help consistency of product. Makes makeup smooth, soft
Tocopherol:
generally safe, a form of vitamin E and has some skin benefits
Phenoxyethanol:
(Iffy ingredient) can be highly toxic, based on what I read cosmetic companies have been using this in their products safely for many years. Not great for infants. Prevents bacterial growth.
Propylparaben:
this paraben is deemed generally safe, used to prevent bacterial growth and mold
Methylparaben:
this paraben is deemed generally safe, used to prevent fungal growth

P.s. I'm not a medical expert so I don't know much about these ingredient other than what a 10 minute Google search told me. So I would advise you to make sure you do your own research or ask your doctor. Toodles!


I have been dying to do a review for the Amope foot file. So when I got a review for foot file refills that fit the amope I thought here is my chance! So I opened the amope box and read the directions. To me it seemed a bit confusing because it tells you not to operate it on a dry foot. So I took a hot bath and soaked and then got out and tried to use it on my feet. Nothing happened. So I dried my feet and tried it and whala! Just like I was in the nail salon there was dust everywhere! Those calluses were being vaporized!

Now having said that ya’ll should know I live in the south, and to me Shoes well they are bought to be adorned but almost never to be worn. If I go outside I am barefoot. Grocery store gets the honor of flip flops only on date night or in the office will you catch me in something more concealing. My little brother has always had comments to make about my feet because they are always dirty on the bottom.

Anyway, now that ya’ll know that, you know just how bad my calluses are. So first I used the Amope with the file provided. About 1O minutes later my left foot felt pretty darned good. Nice and soft and only a couple of places that could use a bit more attention.

So then I pulled out the Pedicure Foot File Refills – First they are very easy to place into the Amope. Second I think they have a little grittier band so for people who are rough on their feet like me I think these actually work better than the file that comes with the Amope. I went through the same process with Amope and the time I had to use it was a little shorter, again I do see where I missed a patch or two that I will go back and clean up after this blog. But overall I choose these over the original.

This product (replacement rollers) was provided at no cost for an honest product review.
Amope was purchased by Reviewer at full cost

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Upon opening the box, I assumed I was getting a steal of a deal with how fancy the box looked.  Then, there was a box within that box that looked just as nice.  I was very impressed by the packaging.  The box included the hair dyer, two different end caps, and a piece of paper with description, instructions, warranty info, etc.

The instructions didn’t really give much useful information.  Nowhere on the piece of paper did it mention why you would choose to use one head attachment over the other.  The biggest confusion was having no description as to what the buttons on the hair dryer were for.  The images on the instructions did not match what was on the hair dryer.  (See picture of the buttons – the two larger buttons both have the same symbols with no description)

I put one of the head attachments on the hair dryer, then plugged the unit in.  It immediately started running, so I had to use the trial and error method of figuring out which button controlled the speed and which button controlled the heat.  The hair dryer had a good weight to it and wasn’t difficult to continually hold up to dry my hair.  I’ve got medium length, fine/thin hair, and it took a little over 6 minutes to fully dry my hair.  While using the hair dryer, and especially after turning it off, the black end attachment was extremely hot to the touch.

Comparing to a Revlon hair dryer of the same wattage, they are almost identical in size.  When using the same hot/high dry setting, the Revlon hair dryer only took about 4 ½ minutes to dry my hair.  Not a huge difference, but worth mentioning.  They both have around the same loudness while running.  The most important difference between the two hair dryers was the temperature of the end cap attachments after using to dry my hair.  The Revlon hair dryer’s end cap was 143F after I finished drying my hair, while the xtava peony hair dryer’s end cap was 256F!

Overall, this hair dryer is just okay.  It’s a good basic hair dryer, but I don’t know that I would pick it to use every day.  The generic buttons on the machine and lack of instructions on what they were for was annoying, but obviously could be figured out after one use.  I’m more disappointed in how dangerously hot the end piece gets after using it for just a few minutes of use.  I typically have to switch positions of hair tools in my hands when I’m drying my right side vs my left side, but with how hot that end piece gets, it’s not practical to touch it to rotate it.  I would hate for my toddler to get ahold of it after I use it and hurt himself (yes, you’re supposed to keep it out of reach of kids, but anyone with young kids knows how fast their little hands start feeling around on the counters as far as they can reach).  If you don’t have young kids and have a high heat tolerance, the temperature of the unit while/after using likely wouldn’t be an issue, but for me, it’s a deal breaker.


I have a molar that ended up having the filling fall out.

This was about 6 months ago, since then its been tedious to clean yet didnt really have pain too much, I was just waiting for the time when I will have unbearable pain from infection or complication.

The time came only about 3 or 4 days ago when I tried this experimental diet just because why not what could happen, it was the raw meat diet. Well a piece of raw meat got stuck in my molar cavity. I started having soreness and discomfort on the left side of my face thinking the raw meat messed up my digestion and nutrition for the day, not realizing the piece of meat was in there.

That night I realized thats what it was, by then it was too late, I had an infection. I was in bad pain, I wasnt able to sleep, I needed numbing gel and pain pills. The molar is on the bottom my left side,  I had pain on my top teeth down my neck, into my nodes, fever, tension in my head, headache.

 I'll add I'm very very good with pain, I had a broken shoulder and wrist for a couple months. I never had pain with these injuries and only took a couple tylenols, that was just to be able to physically use my arms to drive to the hospital.

Well result from this product is right now I'm typing this with not only negligible pain, but even less inflammation and swelling within the tooth than what I had before this ngarly infection. The ozone works, and it did everything you wish a numbing gel would do, when the numbing gel hardly even helped. Makes you wondering why this type of product isnt all over the shelves in pharmacies.

I recommend the ozone tooth past as well and also plenty of flossing products to get this gel in all sorts of crevices that you may need. The gel stays ok in places you put it, it has adhesive properties, and I can see how to instruction to use your finger to apply it works and not a tooth pick or something like that. I read a review about using some kind of mouth guard to keep the medication where you need it, I agree i'm trying that next.

I'll say the product has really minimal instructions or details on how to use the product.  I bought this product for the first time maybe a year or two ago, thats one of the reasons I didnt get much out of it the first time around.
From my research into ozone, its safe to swallow which isnt clear from just the packaging. There are therapies that infuse the blood with ozone so its not like your swallowing bleach. It's damaging to breathe quantities of ozone into your lungs yet this product doesnt give off much ozone gas anyway.

Also another thing thats not clear is how long to apply it for. I just keep it on there as long it will stay there, I'm thinking as the ozone is depleted its just sunflower oil anyway. It says to AVOID eating for one hour after applying mostly because it will removed the gel from your tooth.

I almost completely cleared my infection, I've only been using it about 2 days. Buy if you have tooth infection, cavities, odor from an issue, hard to reach areas, gum disease, pain, necroses even.


Not sure if there are differences in wig standards with these reviews or if we're all reviewing different wigs but the wig I purchased (20 inch, 360 lace, dark brown color, human hair) is not much like the wig that is pictured. I think the only thing they got right was the length. The description on the wig notes that it is indeed the wig I bought but the pictures on Amazon that showcase the wig are false advertising.

In short -- THE BAD:
- LACE: Lace is MUCH darker than what is pictured -- when you put it on, it looks like a hair hat. Not many of us have a scalp that dark.
- PART: There is NO part (middle, side, etc). Are we supposed to do this part ourselves? If so -- make a note of it.
- THICKNESS: The wig is about 6x thicker than what is pictured so it looks fake. It's super heavy and if you put it up in a ponytail, good luck finding a hair tie that can go around it at least once.
- QUALITY: I think it's a mixture of real and synthetic hairs. Upon closer inspection the hair type varies. I did spot quite a few split ends but the thickness of each hair strand isn't consistent which tells me they mixed fibers.
- LACE INTEGRITY: The lace curls up so be prepared to glue it down in case you plan on not returning this wig. I don't think it can be worn glue-less.
- KNOTS: They say they bleached the knots... but they didn't. The front part literally looks like connect the dots on graph paper.
- COLOR: Wig is a mixture of black and dark brown hairs... def. not just dark brown. So, it's much darker than you'd expect it to be per the photos and the description.
- WIG CAP SIZE: I own about 20 wigs. This is the only one that swam on my head (I have a medium sized head). The cap is way too large for me and using the bands will make the outer cap edges curl.
- SCALP CAP: Wearing a cap underneath (black or beige) will show. You can literally see the outline of where it ends on your scalp  which is interesting since the lace is so dark.
- CURL: To test if it can curl, I tried it with both a curling iron and natural curlers. Nothing happened (which is further proof to me that they mixed synthetic fibers within the wig).

The Good:
- The baby hairs look decent (although the super visible knots take away from the job they did here).

Maybe if you take it to a salon to get it treated (fade color of lace, bleach the knots, thin the wig out, color correct, high-end band sewing) -- you might make it work. BUT -- how much will that run you up for? I don't think this wig is worth $25... much less the $180 currently advertised. FAKE!

Will upload photos soon.


I do not generally use these types of products. The farthest I've usually gone is to use a gentle cream-cleanser am and pm and then MAYBE (if my skin is feeling dry) a mild face-lotion. I've never liked the serums, the roll-on mumbo-jumbo, mostly because (lets get real) it's just a fancy container.
Then I discovered this product;
It's truly perfect. It has noticeably reduced the size and appearance of my pores, and unlike almost every other serum/lotion I've ever tried, it doesn't ever leave my skin feeling greasy - quite the opposite. My skin feels so soft, and so silky, that it's hard NOT to touch, thought I try since that's never good for your skin :p
I've always hated wearing make-up (like foundation, concealer, etc.) because it feels gross, and you can literally feel it clog up your pores. But then, when I get a pimple or a blemish, I almost can't stand to NOT wear SOMETHING because it always looks so obvious on my otherwise clear-skin. And THATS what makes this product so perfect! Not only does it reduce the size of your pores, and give your skin a healthier more even tone in the long-run, it's also amazing in the short term! Just a minute or two after you apply it, when it dries, the product actually seems to "cover" and "fade" any blemishes you currently have!
I'm totally addicted to this product, use it morning and night. I don't know how I lived without it, and I certainly never wish to do so again! If L'Oreal stopped making it, I would be distraught! That's how amazing this stuff is. Not only does it truly help with your pore size in the long-term, it's the first PERFECT PRODUCT I've ever found in my life - no complaints, whatsoever!
I read one other review where the person mentioned that the bottle would clog or something, and then feel like it was empty when it wasn't? Well, the product itself is very light, so the bottle kind of feels empty to begin with. And as long as you "close" the bottle once you've applied it, the pump does NOT clog! You don't need more than 2 to 3 pumps to cover your whole face, a very small amount - if you apply it too thickly it'll actually feel too thick as it dries, so you'll know; it's not hard to figure out your "perfect" amount. To "close" it (there's no actual "lid") you simply twist the top of the tube (the white part, the lip of the dispenser)in the direction the arrow indicates. As long as you aren't leaving it open, it won't clog - never been a problem for me and I'm on my 5th bottle, been using it for around 7 months now.
I don't plan to ever stop - I hope I don't ever have to.


I have used Norelco razors in the past.  Last time was about 10 years ago.  I gave it up because it got too hot and burned my neck.  I have been a Gillette Sensor shaver since then.  I use the twin blade, tried the triple blade a few times and didn't like it.  I can't imagine going to the 4 and 5 blade models. My problem with blades is they kill my neck.  I got into a pattern of shaving every other day in order to minimize the razor burn on my neck.  And of course, after the razor burn, there were ingrown hair issues.  I used the Gillette tube of shave gel for extra lubrication, which helped a lot, but still caused problems.  I also use dot shave in the shower, but trying to be water conscious, I started shaving a the sink again.  It didn't take long to remember why I hated dealing with the mess that creates.

After doing plenty of research, both on Amazon and consumersearch site, I landed on the 9160.  I had a really old Norelco that I used for a week until the new one showed up.  The old lift and cut system worked ok, but was much noisier and harder to clean than the new model.  The 9160 is extremely quiet.  I turned it on the first couple times and stared at it waiting for it thinking it was not "up to speed" yet.  It is just that quiet.

I was surprised to see each of the blades moved/tilted independently as well as the head that tilted.  While that is cool and makes it a little easier to get the jawline and chin areas, I don't think I could recommend stepping up in model and price for that feature.  The shave was close than the old lift and cut, but not close to what I got with the blades.  Don't get me wrong, it was close enough and what I expected, but you can't really compare it to a blade.

The positive side, I shave everyday and have no ill side effects.  No razor burn, not even on my neck.  I use the normal setting.  No ingrown hair issues either.  There are 3 settings, if you need to go more sensitive, I just haven't had to use it.  Cleaning is simple.  I shake it out and run hot water on it for a few second.  I don't need to do this everyday, but it is recommended.  If you don't want the pivoting head, you can get the same cutting system for a lot less.  I was able to get this for about 30% less than the regular price by shopping around, so I justified in my mind getting close to the top of the line.

I looked at the Braun and other systems that needed cleaning, and can not see why anyone would go through that hassle, especially since they all cost more.


I have fibromyalgia.  I have pain all over my body but in 2016 the pain in my forearms stopped me from living my life.  Literally.  I was in so much pain with what doctors diagnosed as tendinitis.  From the tips of my fingers all the way to my shoulders but the pain in my forearms was at a level 8 or 9 daily.
I went to my PC doctor who sent me to an Orthopadedic doctor who sent me to a rheumatologist, who sent me back to the Ortho who sent me to a Physical Therapist.  I ended up having two different Physical therapist and a chiropractor tell me “I’m sorry, there is nothing else I can do for you.”  My Pc doctor said maybe you need anti depression meds.  It got to the point that no one believed I was in Pain because there was nothing visibly wrong with me on any scans.

I had to stop working out, I had to stop my passion (photography).  This may sound melodramatic but if you’ve ever been in acute chronic pain and ever spent so much time at doctors who are convinced you are crazy then you’ll understand how hopeless I felt.

My PC did send me to a medical dispensary and I tried CBD creams and even a cbd capsule which I was told did not have THC, but it totally did.  Took that one time and was so miserable!

None of it helped my pain.  Even Vicodin did not help.

My sister told me she used CBD Intensive Daily Cream (same exact product sold on Earthly Body website under the name CBD Intensive Daily Cream).  I tried the cream not expecting anything...but it worked!

The only thing I have ever used that actually took the pain away.  This cream took my pain level from an 8-9 to a 2-3....and sometimes I have no pain in my arms for a short period of time.

The cream has literally changed my life.

When I discovered the product on Amazon under a slightly different name, I contacted the company and confirmed it is the same exact product just branded differently for Amazon.

My husband didn’t really believe me that this cream could help so much until.....one night he was in horrible pain in his neck which was keeping him awake and giving him anxiety.  I talked him into letting me rub some into his neck.  He said it instantly stopped hurting.

My son was complaining about his lower back pain, I gave him one of these creams to take home and he says it actually does work.

I use the cream on all my joints 2x per day and it helps me live life.  I’m still in pain but it is livable.

If I was stranded on a deserted island and I could only take one item with me, it would be this cream. I keep a stock pile of it so I never run out!

If you’re in pain...try it.  It has no THC, does not have any side effects, does not smell like skunk (many cbd products do stink), it feels like a lotion and is not sticky or too thick.  It absorbs into the skin quickly.  It’s great!  Try it!  You’ll feel relief!


I have this mat, the Bundle Monster mat, and the Ejiubas mat, and this one wins first place in terms of overall quality! It drives me crazy that it doesn't have any black areas for stamping & whatnot (thus, the deduction of one star), but its value, its reasonably sized nail guides, and best of all, the softness of the silicone makes this one the superior choice in my opinion.

DESIGN

In terms of design, I believe the other two mats are superior over Uber Chic, although UC's isn't bad. Bundle Monster's Lotus Mat is my favorite, but I'm also partial to lotus flowers ;)  Its nail guides are ridiculously large, though, but it *does* have black sections to practice on, so that's a huge plus.

The Ejiubas mat has a pretty cool & very unique layout compared to all other mats, with its nail sizing grids in both black and white, while still leaving plenty of empty space to work on.

One thing I do love about the UC mat is the amount of empty space it features. Some mats out there that I haven't mentioned here are SO busy with verbiage & useless "features" that it's a huge turn off. Less is definitely more!

VALUE

With regard to value, Ejiubas wins, hands down. I purchased mine for $13, and it came with a great little carry bag! Bundle Monster loses miserably in this category. And, Uber Chic falls somewhere in the middle, which makes its value "okay" in my opinion.

TEXTURE - THE DEAL-BREAKER!

The (negative) deal-breaker for me is the stickiness of the other two mats. And as a disclaimer, I'm using the word "sticky," although it's not literally sticky...  Rubbery is probably a better word, but I'm going with sticky ;)

So, I can't stand how *everything* sticks to the Ejiubas mat to the point that you can't even blow or fan debris off of it with your hand. This means it always feels like it needs to be cleaned, it's difficult to keep clean, and actually cleaning it is kind-of a pain.

The Bundle Monster mat falls somewhere between Ejiubas and Uber Chic in terms of stickiness. It's much better than the Ejiubas mat, but still sticky enough to be plenty annoying.

The Uber Chic mat, though? It's heavenly smooth :)  I love it! It's very soft, and very easy to keep clean. Absolutely zero complaints on that front.

CONCLUSION

If Uber Chic would add some black stamping sections, this mat would be absolutely flawless in my opinion. Every mat out there seems to have at least one superior and one inferior feature that makes it difficult to choose the "best" one.

If it were up to me, I'd use the Uber Chic mat with the Bundle Monster design, except with Uber Chic's nail guide sizes, and Ejiubas' price point & free carry bag. Maybe I'll just have to make one of these, so I can finally have the perfect silicone nail art mat! ;)


I bought this direct from an advertisement on amazon. Everything about this package was stylish, beautifully presented and arrived quickly in perfect order. The DVD was excellent and there were clear simple instructions on a sturdy pamphlet. The included conductive gel and Serum with peptides were pleasant to use and fragrance free.

On page 12 of the manual "precautions" "headache and other painful sensations have been reported during or following electrical stimulation" was omitted from the website.

It was very unpleasant during use; causes visible twitching and muscle contraction. Even on the lowest setting I found this frankly painful especially in the jaw. My muscles felt tightened alright afterwards but to the point of face ache and a headache. My eyebrows were so lifted on one side it was a bride of frankenstein look. I think this unit needs a redesign to lower the current again by half rather than chasing quick results. Decreasing the time of application by half didn't help much - the overall sensation was still of having been kicked in the head rather than of having had a facial. I didn't want to use it more than twice before asking for the company to honour its 100% satisfaction guarantee and issue a refund number which they did.

If the website upfront about the level discomfort I might have left another star on this for other users who are probably not as sensitive. My advice is don't buy it unless you can try it first. Very disappointed as I wanted this unit to work in tandem with my [[ASIN:B000JIN0OG NuFace Microcurrent Toner for Lifting and Toning the Face]] - which leaves me feeling relaxed and fabulous but can't be used around the mouth or eye area.

here is the response:
"Your FaceMaster passes less power to your skin than a good static discharge might on a dry day after walking on some carpet (less than 20 microamps at intensity level = 1, less than 200microamps at intensity level = 10). There is no possibility of nerve damage.

We recommend that you try a couple of techniques:

1. Use a bit less conductive serum (a perfectly dry foam cap will not conduct any electricity, while a completely soaked foam cap allows almost 100% of the current to pass). Using less conductive serum should be similar to having intensity settings below level 1.

2. Use less pressure on your wands. No current will pass to your skin if the wands are not touching it; likewise the most current would pass if you press hard enough such that 100% of the foam caps were surrounded by skin. Using less pressure to reduce the surface area of contact is also like having intensity settings below level 1.

The sensation caused by the e-stim is something that you will become accustomed to. In fact, it is possible with prolonged use that the sensation will be eliminated completely (we receive comments from people saying their FaceMaster is no longer working because they no longer feel it - it is just that they have become use to it).

Feathering mode has a significantly different output characteristic than Eye or Face mode. The treatment is meant to stimulate collagen and elastin within the skin and will not provide any muscle stimulation."

I don't feel like toughing it out as a professional session is completely painless there is an easy alternative.


As a die hard Final Fantasy fan and collector, I was excited to get this set.  I believe this is/was for retailers. The box looks like it can be manipulated to create an open display where the blind boxes can be purchased separately.  I think this is super cool.  The box is black, labeled Dissidia Trading Arts vol. 2 set and has pictures of all five figures.

 Inside the outer box are six blind boxes (even though there are only five figures).  For those of you who may not know what a blind box is, it's a box where you can't tell what's inside.  The UPC and artwork are the same on each box.  That's why you can't be assured of getting all five figures.  If you get duplicates, you're encouraged to trade them with friends (hence the Trading Arts).  I opened five boxes and got all five characters, so I'm going to leave the sixth box unopened.  I'll display it with the figures because the artwork is cool.  I'll try to upload pictures of the boxes.

There is some assembly required, but not too much.  Mostly connecting the upper torso to the legs and connecting weapons.  I had a tough time assembling them because their pieces fit so tightly together.  I had to get my husband to help with two of them.  Finding a safe area to grip was part of it.  You'll want to be careful around Firion's ponytail and the hilts of their swords.  They can be snapped off with little effort.

I agree with the other reviewer that Terra/Tina is difficult to put and keep on her stand, but I've got a solution.  Any doll stand that fits around her waist will solve that problem.  Tina is about 5" tall, so I'm going to get a mini doll stand where the waist gripper is 2.5" high. (I had to do the same thing for the Warrior of Light.)

It takes a while to get them put together. Seriously, Firion has like five weapons you need to attach and Cecil has one that attaches to his lower back.  You have to keep it from falling off as you squeeze it under his cape, but once assembled, they are something to look at.  These are actual Square Enix figures (not knock offs) and they look it.  The detail in their hair and clothing is amazing!  My favorites are Cecil and of course, Sephiroth. Be mindful of his Masamune katana, it's accidentally knocked a couple of my other figures over.

Overall, this set is an awesome deal.  If you bought all the figures separately, not only would the boxes be opened (necessary to find out who was inside) you'd spend over $200.  Sephiroth is around $60 by himself.  Terra/Tina is more than that and not only would you not have Bartz/Butz (I couldn't find him separately), you wouldn't get the sixth blind box either. I highly recommend this set to any Final Fantasy fan.


I don't often post reviews on Amazon -- usually only for things that were completely awful or things I absolutely love. This falls into the second category. My daughter wanted a hair tie bracelet for her birthday and there were several different ones on Amazon. The "brand name" one was really expensive so I ruled that out. So I ordered a Cari Cuff and several other cheaper ones as my daughter tends to lose things so I figured having a couple backups wouldn't hurt. I also ordered one from Kohls -- it was more expensive than this one so I figured if the Cari Cuff was ok, I'd just return the Kohl's one to the store.

The whole point of this is to say that this is not one of those "I got the product for free in exchange for my glowing review"-type reviews. I purchased this bracelet along with several of its competitors using my own money. And I will say that the Cari Cuff was by far the nicest of all of them. It arrived in a beautiful gift box while the cheaper ones were in cheap plastic bags with barcode stickers on them or in a flimsy velvet drawstring bag with threads hanging out of the seams. The Cari Cuff is sturdy and a nice weight while the cheaper ones were flimsy and easily bent. The hair tie stays on it well while it falls off the cheaper ones all the time. The ends are nicely finished on the Cari Cuff while on the cheaper ones, it is like they were just cut from a long band of metal and not sanded or shaped in any way so they are a bit sharp -- they can scratch both your wrist and your laptop or desk if you lean your wrists against them to type. Comparing the Cari Cuff to the more expensive Kohls bracelet, the Cari Cuff was still the winner - the Kohls one was overly heavy and clunky and had a weird pattern design....and it was HUGE (as in probably would have fit my husband huge). No way would it stay on my daughter's wrist so I ended up returning it.

So overall the Cari Cuff is heads and tails above all the others I ordered. And perhaps the best testament to that is the fact that it has not left my daughter's wrist since day 2 (after she spent day 1 trying all the different bracelets) -- anything she manages to not lose or misplace is something she really really loves. (And note: after over a month of constant wearing, the bracelet still looks brand new so the finish is holding up great.)

And a maybe even better testament is that while I figured I would just wear the cheaper ones that my daughter rejected, after trying to use them all for the last month and being annoyed that the hair ties keep falling off and my wrist and laptop keep getting scratched by the unfinished ends, I am back here ordering another Cari Cuff for myself. (Happy Mothers Day to Me!)

So if you are trying to decide which of the many hair-tie bracelets here on Amazon is the best value, I would definitely recommend this one. It is a little more expensive than some of the other ones on Amazon, but well worth the extra money!


I used this for the first time last night and this morning the wrinkles were gone, absolutely amazing.  But is it worth the pain and possibly the dangerous side effects of the ingredients in this product? When you apply the mask it has a cooling effect on the skin but doesn't contain anything like peppermint or a natural ingredient that would cool you, so that was the first red flag.  As time went by the pain behind my ears was bad and kept waking me up.  This morning I Googled the ingredients (at least the ones listed on the product) and was horrified.  It does not state what percentage or dose of each ingredient it contains, which in itself is a concern. Below is a list of the ingredients and what I could research on them.  Perhaps the manufacturer would like to comment?

PROPYLENE GLYCOL - is used by the chemical, food, and pharmaceutical industries as an antifreeze when leakage might lead to contact with food. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has classified propylene glycol as an additive that is "generally recognized as safe" for use in food.

BIS (BUREAU OF INDIAN STANDARDS) HYDROXMETHYL
Ingestion:  It may be fatal if swallowed. Swallowing smaller amounts may cause gastrointestinal irritation.
Skin irritation:  Brief contact with THPS is nonirritating to the skin. However, repeated contact may cause severe skin irritation with local redness and discomfort.
Eye irritation:  It may cause severe eye irritation with the potential for corneal injury.
Inhalation:  Inhalation of THPS mist may cause severe irritation of the upper respiratory tract (nose and throat) and lungs. Prolonged excessive exposure may cause serious adverse effects, even death.
First aid:  eyes:  Hold eyelids open and flush with a steady, gentle stream of water for at least 15 minutes. Seek immediate medical attention.
First aid:  skin:  In case of contact, immediately wash with plenty of soap and water for at least 5 minutes. Seek medical attention if irritation develops or persists. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Clean contaminated clothing and shoes before re-use.
First aid:  inhalation:  If respiratory irritation or distress occurs remove victim to fresh air. Seek medical attention if respiratory irritation or distress continues.

MIDAZOLIUM ALKYL UREA - Is Imidazolidinyl urea safe? Although Diazolidinyl releases toxic formaldehyde, the amounts are too small to pose a threat to human health. The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel considers Diazolidinyl Urea safe to be used in cosmetics up to a maximum concentration of 0.5%. ... However, Diazolidinyl Urea can cause irritations and allergies

EDTA DISODIUM - EDTA is safe when used as a prescription medicine, as eye drops, and in small amounts as a preservative in foods. ... It is UNSAFE to use more than 3 grams of EDTA per day, or to take it longer than 5 to 7 days. Too much can cause kidney damage, dangerously low calcium levels, and death.


For years I've had a difficult time getting a close shave and a shave with minimal irritation.  I've tried several of the Mach 3 variants with little success.  Against or with the grain the Mach 3 would miss random places on my throat (especially around the adam's apple).  I quit the Mach 3 even though the shave was otherwise close because the irriation it left made me unable to make a second pass.  My Norelco Reflex Action series left me high and dry.  That's right, it didn't cut anywhere and left me burnt all over.  Most days it looked like I didn't even shave.

Angered over years of horrible shaving, I decided I would treat myself for my birthday.  I was seriously considering Brauns and Panasonic's high end razors but decided against it because there was no clearly outlined guarantee if it didn't get as close as I'd like.  Norelco on the other had advertises their's quite well and after reading a few reviews, I decided (...) I would take the plunge.

Here is my take after using a dry electric shaver for the past 2 years plus a weeks experience with the 7735x:

Pros:
1. Gets darn close for an electric.  Not quite Mach3 but more then satisfactory.  It does miss a bit around the adam's apple but nothing I can't live with.
2. Leaves me with almost no irritation.  In fact, I can shave 3 times a day with this thing if I feel like it!  Very impressed on the combination of closeness and lack of irritation.
3. Very easy clean up - just run under hot water.
4. Nivea lotion packs are easy to load and administer while shaving.  They also really contribute to the feel of the shave.
5. The shaver itself is well built and sturdy.
6. Quiet.

Cons:
1. Cost-Cutting abound!!
2. Cheap charging unit that does not automatically shut off after full charge is reached!
3. Ni-Cad batteries.
4. Cheap Strap for letting the shaver hang out and dry.
5. Cheap/useless carrying case.
6. The shaver's "cap" falls off too easily.
7. Norelco recommends you run the shaver to empty before recharging.  This can be a big problem if the battery runs dry and you need to shave - there's no way to plug the shaver into the wall and use it.
8. I can't for the life of me (and after reading the instructions 5 times) figure out how to get the shaving head off to put the trimmer attachment on.

Despite its near endless line of drawbacks, you do get a good shave with the 7735x.  I couldn't stop rubbing my neck and face after the first shave (and it seems the shave gets better the more I use it).  Oh yeah and the shocking part, I look forward to getting up at 6am just to shave! Yeah!