I'm not going to be able to write enough good things to truly highlight the wonders of this product.

I bought it, frankly, on a whim.  I've largely stuck to a narrow variety of men's body wash products over the last 15 years or so.  But in recent years I'd been gradually trying to incorporate more natural, chemical-free products into my household, and happened to run across this on Amazon.

Surely many have wondered, just as surely as I did upon opening this package, what on earth Mr. Postman had just delivered to my house.  Wow.  It was this huge, chunky mass of...stuff...with a very earthy smell.

I took about 1/2 cup of it and made a small bar of soap.  It lathers very richly and has a very creamy texture.  I use it also to shampoo and shaving cream.

I've been using it for about six months now and this is what I can say:

After the first few times I used it, it seemed to leave my skin dry.  After about four days, that abated entirely.  Within about 8 days, I thought I noticed something different about my skin quality, but I wasn't sure.  After two weeks, the improvements could not be denied.

I've since given several away as gifts to friends and family.  I can't imagine that I'll ever use any brand-name soaps ever again.  I don't know why I would.  This product cleans your skin.  The cocoa pod and plantain skin ashes act as natural exfoliators, gradually revealing an evened skin tone and healthier skin.  All these months later, my skin continues to improve.

Some complain about the smell of it, but I think it smells great.  And 10 minutes after your shower, even what little scent remains quickly fades away.  You can add essential oils if you'd like to get creative.

This is some really good soap.  Get some for yourself and a few friends or to give as gifts.  It lasts forever (between uses, put your bar someplace where it doesn't get water splashed on it or it will "melt").

I've since started using the raw shea butter as well, and using the products in tandem, man, I'll tell you!  Unbelievable the results!

I bought the 1 pound package the first time.  This is my second order.  I recommend highly.


I have thick, coarse, curly, dry hair. I need moisture, frizz and curl control as well as a detangler. Normally I have lots of hair in my shower after washing not to mention the tangles. I read all the reviews before trying this. Was disappointed that some said it didn't last or lather.
I just wanted something to take on my vacation for two weeks. TSA has the liquid restrictions and I was going to have to check a bag just to take enough conditioner/hair products for two weeks.
My problem has been solved. I now have a shampoo and conditioner [ as well as a leave in bar).  I  tried this to be certain of the results before packing.  This has been a blessing. No more tangles, my curls now behave, my hair is soft and smells great but not over powering. I even used the blow dryer to speed up the drying process. I never did this before unless I  would flat iron just because I  would look like einstein before the flat iron... even with product!
Now I  have the hair I wanted. The shampoo lathers well. Just wet your hair and the bar and lather up!
The conditioner works great. I usually use alot of conditioner just to get through my tangles.  With this conditioner I just rub this bar over the front and back of my wet  hair after shampooing. When done I rub a little in my palms to get a very thin/light coating then finger comb it through my hair. I have a dry scalp so I make certain tu use some on my scalp, shower then rinse.
I use the leave in conditioner the same way, but do not rinse.
I  use moisturizer shampoo and alternate the next shampoo session with a frizz control bar.
Just twice a week and my hIr already feels  and looks great compared to what it was.
I bought some for my friends who needed the volume control instead of the moisture and frizz. Each one loves it and saw good results. One of them has difficulties  holding bottles and washing her hair, but she said the bar was much easier for her hands to use.
This is my new product! No more expensive shampoos and no more recycling bottles. I feel I am using less product than the bottles, so this is a fraction  of what I  was paying!
The other savings is a plus as wel.. it goes right inside my personal item.. no more worrying about checking a bag just to get 2 weeks supply of hair product!!


6 piercings for $9! Not bad at all. Easy to use, common sense really. Tip: be sure to remove white square and push the blue thumb tab in just a bit (until you hear a click) to make it easier for when you are ready to pierce the ear. Not necessary, but highly recommend. Also makes it easier to align the earring to your placement marking. I pierced my second lobe holes myself, easy and painless. Next day, my sister asked to me re-pierce her holes and add her second holes. She took all four like a champ, wasn’t too bad, just sore for a few days because the backs of the earrings are kind of uncomfortable (especially when trying to sleep on your side), but bearable. I’d be sure to have the backing of the earring at the farthest end to ensure space for your lobe to breathe and in case there is any swelling. Also be smart about the whole process, use common sense. Wash your hands with antibacterial soap, wear gloves, clean the lobe and surrounding skin with alcohol (it includes some alcohol pads by the way, so no excuse), mark your spot (triple-check if it is even!), and take the disposable out of its sterile packaging, consider my tip above, align with marking, and push blue tab quickly. Voila, your lobe is pierced. After care is just as important, so clean your earrings and freshly pierced lobes with a saline solution!!! I wouldn’t recommend alcohol or hydrogen peroxide as it can be drying and may irritate your pierced lobes and possibly become infected. So yeah, saline solution, or ear cleaning solution. You can buy a bottle at Claire’s or even here on Amazon. Twice a day, every day, for at least 6 weeks straight. Try to avoid makeup in your ear/neck area, but if anything, just remove your makeup at the end of the day and clean your piercing with saline solution. You can occasionally do salt soaks or saline solution soaks. Helps deep clean and heal faster I heard. Anyway, I’d recommend this product if you’re looking to pierce your lobes and don’t want to pay to have it professionally done at a more costly price. If you have the guts to pierce yourself with a hollow piercing needle, i’d do that instead, but because I couldn’t do it myself, I chose to get the disposable ear gun/staple.


APPLICATION & USE
This ASNaturals Serum is a potent 20% Vitamin C paired with Hyaluronic Acid. It is suitable for daytime use under sunscreen and moisturizer.  It dries down quickly and without a sticky residue, so the skin looks dewy and moist when it is used without makeup, and when given adequate dry down time or when the serum is used sparingly, it does not conflict with makeup or make too sticky of a base to wear foundation. It has a light feeling; it does not sting, and it has a very light scent that dissipates when dry.

INGREDIENTS
There are many vitamin C serums on the market, so when selecting a Vitamin C serum, I like to see what complimentary ingredients are used to enhance the power of the Vitamin C.  The ASNaturals Serum has Hyaluronic Acid, Jojoba Oil, Aloe Vera and Witch Hazel.  These ingredients all work in tandem with the Vitamin C to boost its' anti-aging properties.

Hyaluronic Acid is a super-moisturizer, it holds massive amounts of water compared to its weight and makes skin looks dewy, soft and plump. The high moisture content in the skin plumps wrinkles, so they seem softer, smoother, and less deep.  In addition to giving a youthful appearance, the Hyaluronic Acid helps active ingredients sink deeper into the skin, which means the Vitamin C can make collagen on a deeper skin level, reaching deep wrinkles, age spots, redness, and discoloration.

Jojoba Oil and Aloe Vera both moisturize and heal skin. These ingredients give the skin a smooth and soft appearance while the Vitamin C goes to work on acne and dark brown spots and acne scars, healing and lightening the blemishes.

RESULTS:
Since this is a gentle Vitamin C Serum due to its' supporting ingredients, I can use this on more delicate skin areas such as my throat, decolletage, and shoulder blades, as well as the delicate undereye area. My skin has a subtle glow, and my skin tone is becoming evener. I am especially happy with the improvement in the look of some sun damage on my collarbone and upper chest area.

CONCLUSION: This is a great price for a 20% Vitamin C serum. It is suitable for Sensitive and dry skin for treating acne, brown spots, sun damage, scarring, and wrinkles.

I received this product in exchange for my honest and unbiased review. If you have any questions about my experience with it, leave it in the comments section below, and I’ll do my best to answer it!


Hyaluronic Acid is a great ingredient to add to a skincare regimen. This product seems very light when applied so I was surprised that it had as much of an actual Vitamin C treatment effect since there is not as much Vitamin C as some other products.

This is a twice a day serum to be followed with a moisturizer.  It is hydrating with Aloe Vera and Hyaluronic Acid in its’ ingredient list, but should be followed with a moisturizer to help keep skin soft and to provide a protective barrier in tandem with the twice a day Vitamin C treatment found in the Skin2Spirit.  Hyaluronic acid locks moisture in and plumps skin, making it appear dewy and plump, like youthful skin. But in this case, it also allows the Vitamin C to penetrate deeply into the skin, and with a twice a day application, some additional moisture is necessary.  The reason is, in part, that there is such a high concentration of Hyaluronic Acid that it really drives the other ingredients into the skin.  I didn’t know what Kotu Kola was, but in doing some research, it appears to have been commonly used for centuries in China and India to heal wounds and treat skin conditions such as leprosy and psoriasis.  It has been used in the US and Europe to promote scar healing and reduce the appearance of stretch marks.

It is a very hydrating serum with a light scent that dissipates and leaves skin looking dewy and soft. The only thing I did not like, and this was just on my skin, is I also have some adult acne, and the acne seemed to “plump up” and appear larger instead of drying out, but that might be my reaction to the Aloe Vera on my face.  So I avoid applying it directly to acne during the day.

I found it to be especially useful on the skin on my shoulders and upper chest that has freckled and is dry.  I don’t need a retinol level of treatment in this area but it can use some attention to combat sunburn damage.

It has a nice fresh and very light scent that dissipates, my skin looked VERY dewy and very youthful, especially around the cheekbones and mouth and forehead and neck.  While it feels like it is a moisturizer in of itself, it really does need to have a moisturizer paired with it in addition as per the instructions. When I did not use a moisturizer my skin looked supple at first but then seemed dry. When I paired it with a moisturizer it stayed dewy.

I received this item in exchange for my unbiased review. If you have any questions about my experience with it, leave it in the comments section below and I’ll do my best to answer it!


I had the pleasure to try yet another item from NOTS & 08Liter & hands down this has been the best acne treatment I have ever tried!!! I've tried Proactive, Curology, all the store brands & this actually did it's job & without purging my skin at all! This is a 28-day intensive treatment line but is super gentle on my skin! They have 6 steps in their acne line & this is the 3rd step, the serum! It is clear, non-greasy & it easily absorbed fast into my skin! It doesn't have a smell & the ingredients list is phenomenal! I have the Intensive Acne Cream/Balm & I'm so excited to be trying these both out at the same time! I just turned 39 & I still get occasional hormonal breakouts & a few whiteheads on my chin & sometimes around my nose, but I'm also starting to see my expression lines on my forehead & I swear it's only been about a week & a half & FOR ME, the results were overnight! I have only broken out due to that time of the month, but it didn't really come to a full head, it actually healed very quickly because this also helps to prevent them, not only treat them! I also have semi-oily skin & I say that because sometimes, depending on the product, around my nose will be dry but it hasn't happened yet from this product! This product leaves no greasy feeling on my skin & in the morning either! It also treats wrinkles & it has started to smooth them out on my forehead! My skin tone has also evened out & I actually have my glow back without any makeup on-the GOAL!!! The ONLY downfall is of course, the price! At almost $50 for a 28-day treatment, that's alot! BUT, on the other hand, FOR ME, this product works wonders for my breakouts, wrinkle care & prevention & it still is & I assume it will only get better with the additional product from their line! If you can afford it, I say give it a shot! With ingredients like Niacinamide, Aloe Vera juice extract, Centella Asiatica, Broccoli, Tomato, Blueberry, Garlic bulb extract(leaves NO garlic scent), Green Tea leaf, Walnut, Spinach, Oatmeal, Grape fruit extract, Rose water, Soybean ferment, Willow Bark extract, Allantoin, Arginine, Adenosine & SO many more natural ingredients, it's just a great recipe of natural ingredients that work so well together & are non-drying but fight your acne & wrinkles both at the same time! It's something I definitely recommend, if your wallet can afford it! Hope this helps!!


till i was in india, body hair removal was not a concern. all i needed was to visit a beauty salon and shell out around Rs. 150 (or $3, unbelievable right?) for waxing of legs, arms and underarms. but after coming to US hair removal became an issue as professional waxing is hell costly. I tried to do it at home with ready to use wax strips, which are okay to use on legs, but one can not use them efficiently for arms plus you end up in a sticky mess. then i tried shaving. shaving gives a smooth effect to skin but for only a few hours and it also started causing irritation to my underarms may be because of the coarse stubs of hair.
finally i decided to buy epilator and instantly liked the Braun's wet & dry one as it's cordless and can be used in shower. with a pleasant surprise the product reached me within three days of placing order (my first ever purchase with amazon and i instantly fall in love with amazon).

i never used an epilator before and was a bit scared as according to some reviews the process hurts. i decided to use it in shower with the pivoting cap, though i did not use the pre epilation wipes it came with(the pack is still unopened). for the initial 1-2 min it actually felt a bit painful but eventually my skin adapted to the pinching sensation.  the most difficult part was to use it for underarms. it was so painful that i had to run cold water (and it really helps to subsidize the pain)after every few seconds of epilation, but this is just the first time. if you can brave that you definitely going to fall in love with epilating ur under arms. it's better than waxing as u don't need to wait for all the hair to grow up to a certain length and even a single visible hair can be removed just whenevr you want. after one month of use i have notice that my under arm hair looks thinner and softer, so it hardly hurts during removal. also it's equally effective for bikini line.
the product is really compact, handy and one can use it just anywhere anytime. the battery back up is more than enough to complete your job in one go. i found the spot light really helpful as it makes even the smallest of hair noticeable, if you want a quick epilation better to use it without the pivotal head and use it dry.

my suggestion would be go for it and simply forget all the hassles and cost associated with waxing or irritation of shaving.


Bought this as I was looking for a matte gel/wax, and this came up in the recommendations.

Pros:
-Awesome fragrance.  It is slightly artificially fruity/floral, one might even say in a slightly feminine fashion, but seriously, smelling nice is smelling nice.  It smells of traditional hair spray upon initial application, but that fades away, and the real fragrance lasts all day.
-Very strong hold.  After initial styling, hair holds the style and becomes extremely stiff.  The hold and texture easily lasts more than a day if needed, and is therefore predictable, and I appreciate not having to worry about re-styling if I have to do something social after work.
-After the initial application, it dries and stays dry.  This is unlike wax or gels which stay sticky or wax all day, thereby attracting dust and dry skin, etc.
-Texture does not change after initial application.  This is to say that after styling your hair, that texture is exactly how it'll look until the end of the day.  This doesn't dry out, matte out, or fade out.  Depending on how wet the hair is on application, the texture ranges from matte to taking on a slight sheen.  I appreciate not having to worry about the hair looking differently at the end of the day versus when I freshly styled in the morning.
-A little bit goes a long way.  I am used to using a dime-sized amount for styling with other waxes, but with this I can easily use half as much every morning, and I still feel as if I have used a bit too much.

Cons:
-Cannot re-style.  After the initial application, the hair stiffens, and you are pretty much committed.  There is no re-styling at mid-day.  While this is a pro to me, I can understand how this may be a con to others.  You will not have flexibility with the hair after the style sets.
-It's not as easy to wash off as advertised.  Half of it will wash off the hands easily with just water, but then when you run your fingers together, you still feel a slight slippery film left on skin that doesn't seem to come off with soap.  Good news is that after hands dry you can't feel it.  It also washes out of hair with no issues.
-Like all sticky waxes, it's somewhat difficult to spread around.  It's not the most difficult, but also not the easiest.  It takes running the hands through the hair quite a few times to spread the product in hair until the matte residue disappears.

This is all I can think of for now.  In an odd way this is unlike my previous favorite gel/wax in all aspects, but probably in a good way.  I'd happily use purchase it again once my first tube runs out.


I'm very interested in trying new beauty products to pamper myself, and I have some dry skin on my face that I'm always struggling to keep in check, so it sounded appealing to give this waterproof facial brush cleaning system a try to compare and contrast to other similar products I own.

This skin cleansing kit comes with one waterproof and cordless rotating machine, one facial brush, one large body brush, one serum and moisturizer applicator sponge, and one pumice stone. This machine requires four AA batteries to run, which aren't included.

The brushes feel pleasant to the touch, and I liked that four different attachment heads were included. They are soft, but have just enough pressure to them to feel like they will exfoliate dirt, oil, and dead skin well. The set-up for this cleaning system is simple and straightforward, but I found it quite difficult to open the battery compartment on the end of the handle.

Once the batteries were inserted successfully and the battery compartment was snapped back into place, all that I needed to do was to pick a brush head and push it in to the attachment point. Then you can turn the unit on or off by pressing one of two buttons on the blue section of the brush. In my experience with the brushes, they didn't rotate evenly, and the brushes wobbled as they rotated. I'm not sure if this is an intended feature or not, but I'm suspecting it simply means the platforms for the brushes aren't quite even.

I'm glad that this cleaning system is waterproof, but I'll admit I was a bit underwhelmed that it only has one speed, and that that speed is rather slow. I still feel like I will get some good use out of it, but I would have liked if there were more speed options, because for attachments like the pumice stone, you really need a slightly faster speed for it to perform really well.

That said, I was generally pleased with the accessories offered in the kit, but would have liked if they included a small storage or travel bag of some kind.

Overall, I like this waterproof electric facial brush, and would recommend it if you're considering adding one to your own health and beauty routine. Just keep in mind it has only one slow speed, and that you will need to provide your own storage bag and batteries.

I am a longtime Amazon Prime customer who writes reviews in my free time. I was appreciative to be given an opportunity to test and review this waterproof facial brush cleaning brush complimentary for my honest and unbiased review. If you have any questions or comments about this product or my review, feel free to message me and I'll be glad to help!


Like other reviewers have said, buy it from TJ's direct for 9.99, NOT online. That said: I don't know what kind of witchcraft is in this serum but I am truly IMPRESSED and I'm NEVER impressed. I bought it on a whim since I had not seen it before. I was picking up my usual teat tree oil facial wash and peppermint soap. I think I wasted a good few pumps thinking it was soap at first! LOL! So much for reading labels. Duh. I mean I read what was IN it and while all of the ingredients were on point, I didnt give it much credit since I have used much more expensive products but had no real results or noticeable difference. And I have oily skin in certain zones and dry in others. Either Im over dried out or too oily where it concerns product. BOY is this product everything it claims to be. Who knew. I had chronic breakouts lately. I chalked it up to stress and/or my supplement routine figuring it was internal. I drink tons of alkaline water and take supplements and eat right (no wheat/gluten/grain/dairy or sugar in my diet) so I wasnt sure what was causing the rash like breakouts (forehead on the eyebrow itself) and it would leave a dark mark on my skin when they healed but then it was so frequent they never really went away. I also had dry patches around the mouth and upper eye lid. No more. After using this serum with a light moisturizer on top its like my face went from combination to normal overnight. The dark marks are completely gone! No more dry spots or breakouts. ALL gone! Say Whaaaaa? Hard to believe since I had zero expectations. And my skin is no longer oily or dry...its actually balanced out all over. The serum and moisturizer (I use just Lubriderm's advance healing) totally absorbs into the skin and disappears into just a light silk. I have used this on my chapped lips and that was chronic also and now that is completely gone as well. No more peeling skin on lips or around the mouth. No more rash breakout anywhere, marks or bumps. A mark on my hairline at the very top of my forehead has never gone away and I dont know where it came from. That disappeared overnight. Voodoo I tell ya! And my skin tone has evened out considerably. This is within a week of use. I noticed the difference after the first application. I turned my mom on to this today. She is 79 but still cares about her skin. I bought some for her. I cant wait to hear about her experience. This is def a winner. I cant see myself living without it.


Ok. This is day one. Not even 24 hours since I’ve applied the product. I like this product but I don’t think it likes me lol. I’ll list the steps Ive done leading up till now, 6/12/2020 @4:30pm. I applied the product at 9:40pm(21:40pm) and Removed it at 9:50pm(21:50pm).

Step 1. Wash face w/ African black soap. Arch eyebrows and used T.N Dickinson Witch Hazel to clean eyebrows of any lose hair and any left over oil.

Step 2. Mix products together and did a “test patch” on my wrist.

Step 3. After 6 min (u only suppose to leave it on for 2–3 min for dark brown but longer if you want it darker) I removed the product from my wrist and waited 10-15 min to see if I would have some type of reaction. If the product isn’t for me, I usually have a reaction with in that time frame.

Step 4. Apply product to my eyebrows . It took my longer trying to apply because I was trying to make sure I did it evenly. So I left it on for 10 min after I finished applying the product to my liking.

Step 5. Used a baby whip to remove all the product and then followed through with the t.n Dickinson witch hazel to get an extra clean.

Approximately at 4am in the morning I noticed that my eyebrow were itchy. Woke up to check my eyebrows and noticed that it was red. At the time I thought it was from scratching but I don’t think that’s the case. I applied to vitamin e oil to see if that would help calme the itched and it help but my eyebrows were still red. Once I fully woke up at 8:30am I did my daily face wash routine and seen that my eyebrows were still red. Applying vitamin e oil, tea tree oil, and sunscreen is part of my daily face wash route. At this moment, 6/12/2020 my eyebrows are still itchy and red but there is no signs of mini bumps (signs of allergic reaction).

I have attached a before, after, and now photo to show what I’m talking about. I’ll try to give a update in 24 hours to if anything g has changed.

Update: 6/15/2020. Everything went down hill from the time I posted. My eyebrows got redder and become more itchy. Keep in mind, if you are allergic to the just for men or any kind of tinting, do not and I mean DO NOT try this product .


This kit is just what I needed. It was a great price, too! Especially compared to having to pay out the yin yang from the dentist for whitening gel and custom whitening trays. The gel is very gentle on gums and teeth but does whiten. I would like to see more improvement per treatment but I have bad staining from not taking care of my teeth at all for 8 or so years and smoking 2 packs a day on top of it. I did quit last year though but still had massive yellow staining.

The kit comes with boil-and-bite trays which worked great for my top teeth but not so well on my bottom teeth as I have crowding in the front. But those trays were good to use while I waited for the custom trays to arrive at my doorstep. The kit also comes with 3 sets of impression material each set has blue and white material that you mix together quickly and then put in the plastic trays and you bit down on them and hold them steady for 4 minutes till it's set firm. Then you rinse the molds and mail it with the prepaid and pre-addressed envelope to ProWhite. It took exactly 2 weeks to send and receive them. I did get an email from GreenDot (the seller) saying that my trays were done and were mailed, which was nice.

The 22% carbamide peroxide that makes up the whitening gel is very gentle on gums. I've tried another product which was a generic off-brand of aquafresh white trays and it burned the HELL out of my gums. Oh it was awful, but this stuff doesn't even burn or cause any stinging which is wonderful! I leave my trays in for 30 minutes to one hour and see a noticeable difference in the whiteness of my teeth after every treatment. Not a huge difference but it is noticeable.

The custom trays could have been made better. I checked my molds and actually re-did one of them because the gum line wasn't right, wasn't clear enough in the mold material. The custom trays are not cut along the gum line but above the gum line in a straight line. I've heard that doing that helps keep the trays on your teeth better than those cut along the gum line. The trays are very flexible. The gum lines aren't perfect on the trays making me think that the person who poured the stone into the mold didn't do it well enough or something, but to be honest you get what you pay for... A price this good will have some setbacks. I did get to keep the stone molds of my teeth though. They came in the envelope with the trays on the molds. Cool.

Anyway, all in all this has been a wonderful experience. I would buy this kit again if I needed to, I highly recommend it.


Palmer's/E.T. Browne has a lot of above-average products in its line. This is one of them, for sure.

The scent is scrumptious. Not much like "coconut sun-tan oil at the beach" … much more like "fresh coconut cream pie desert!"

I say above-average because, if you scour the ingredient list on Palmer's products, you will typically find SOME natural & luxurious ingredients … and also some fairly common chemicals. So many of their products are of a higher quality than common store-shelf items … but not exactly in the category of seriously premium and/or upscale products.

For example, this product's main ingredient is Sodium olefin sulfonate. That's a common ingredient in bath & body products that used to make them lather. And Palmer's has been very generous with it, in that this shampoo really REALLY lathers up! The next major ingredient is coconut fruit extract. Many manufacturers won't use coconut oils or extracts in their bath & body products because straight-up palm oils and extracts are cheaper. After that there's a list of many other common chemical sounding ingredients. But also there's coconut oil, Tahitian gardenia extract, keratin-protein and glycerin. Those too are premium ingredients that common bath & body products usually won't contain. And this shampoo contains NO sulfates, parabens, mineral oil, dyes, gluten or phthalates.

That's a lot of quality, given the price … that being $4.36 at WallyWorld for a 14 ounce bottle… and, as of this writing, with instant "$2 off" coupons attached. That's a lot less expensive than other "big brand name" shampoos that offer less and cost more.

There's also a matching body wash product. In use, and in the ingredient list, they are almost exactly the same product. And there's a matching bar soap, though I found it far less interesting - meh - than this shampoo and its matching body wash.

This shampoo seems far better suited for dry hair; it conditions, moisturizes and protects. But I have oily hair. So I sometimes resort to using my bar soap on my hair as a first pass, to "cut through" a lot of the oil, before actually using this shampoo as a second application.

In any case, for a mere $2.36, you can pick up a bottle of this stuff at WallyWorld and see how this shampoo suits you yourself.


I have been using this Isabel Fay deep cleansing rose hip seed facial cleanser gel for over a month now, and I do like it quite a bit. I love the minimal ingredient list (Purified Water (Aqua), Sodium Olivate, Glycerin, Rosa Rubiginosa (Rose Hip) Seed Oil, Eriobotrya, Japonica Extract, Chondrus Crispus (Seaweed) Extract).

This product seems to be all around quite mild. The scent is lightly floral, not overly pleasant or unpleasant, not too strong and doesn’t linger. The lather is present but not super foamy. Most importantly for me, the product has not CAUSED any irritation. I have really sensitive skin, and I have not noticed any additional drying or breakouts due to using this product. However, I also haven’t noticed any particularly hydrating or clearing effects either. My skin does feel rather smooth and fresh since using this wash, but I find that I still need several other facial products to achieve this.

I was a bit concerned with the directions stating to avoid the eye area, because many of the healthy-skin and anti-aging benefits of the ingredients in this product would be ideal for the eye area, and I was initially hoping to use this as a make-up removing cleanser. However, I adhered to the directions, and I do not use this as a make-up removing cleanser, and only use it following or prior to make-up removal/application. The good news is, while I don’t directly put this product on my eyes, I am not super careful about avoiding the eye area while rinsing and I have not experienced any stinging or eye discomfort as I have with several similar products in the past.

Overall, I found this to be a pretty good product, I like it quite a bit but I didn’t find it to be a particularly extraordinary product either. I do recommend this product to others as a part of their beauty regimen, but I definitely need (and recommend others) to use a make-up remover prior to use, and a moisturizer following use, so this isn’t a one-and-done type product.

* I am committed to providing completely honest and unbiased reviews, regardless of how I obtained the product. I was fortunate enough to receive this product at a discounted price in exchange for my honest review. This and all of my reviews contain only my personal, sincere opinions, and experiences. Please feel free to comment if you found this review helpful (or not), or have any questions. I welcome and appreciate feedback regarding my reviews. Thank you for reading! *


Have no fear, I’m here with my Consumer Reports /
Wirecutter-style analysis.

Most importantly, these burst on my second use from the freezer. They don’t stay cold long enough.  They don’t get into your eye socket unless you have an enormous eye socket. But if you apply even slight pressure while frozen, they burst. Otherwise, they just touch the highest part of your eyelids and that’s it, so they don’t get into the corners or anywhere between the highest part and the corners. The edges were not sharp. I bought for use after eyelid surgery and was concerned about that. While the edges aren’t soft, they didn’t cut or scratch me. I don’t recommend these unless the only thing you care about is how fun they look. If you do try them, put a damp paper towel between them and your eyes if you use an eye mask on top to hold them down.

Comparing them to ASIN B07RW4S11P, blue ones that have more of an eye shape. I actually liked how the CALA ones felt more than the blue ones, something a bit more plump and soft about the CALA ones. The blue ones had empty space for the inner gel to freeze and move around a bit, so they still haven’t burst despite pressure. I think it’s the plumpness of the CALA ones that makes them susceptible to bursting. The blue ones are also larger than the CALA ones so they reach all the way out to the corners of your eyes and up to your eyebrows. Because there is a bit of empty space, you can put an eye mask on top to hold these down, they won’t burst. I used the Bausch & Lomb Therapearl mask but you can also use an airline eye mask or the like. A silk one if you’re fancy. The problem with the blue ones is that they also don’t stay cold long enough.

I also compared these with the Retherm packs. Those come in a set of four with an eye mask. They get tucked inside the eye mask. I like the size but the eye mask material is too thick so I don’t feel the cold enough. I have yet to try them under the therapearl eye mask.

The Bausch & Lomb therapearl eye mask itself is the best experience of all of these but it also doesn’t stay cold long enough and it’s not large enough.

Conclusion: In this age of advanced technology, I can’t believe that the best choice is still a bag of peas. I recommend petite peas, divided into ziploc bags containing 1/2 to 3/4 cup of peas. You can adjust the amount based on the coverage you need. Place a damp paper towel between your eyes and the ziplocs, especially if you’ve had surgery. If you can, put a loose eye mask on top, otherwise the bags will constantly slide around.


I've been using this product for about 17 days now. To be honest, I haven't noticed too much of a difference. But then again, I don't really pay much attention to my eyelashes. I just decided to try this stuff for fun. So, today at lunch, my boyfriend of 10 years suddenly looked at me and said, "Are you wearing false eyelashes? They really look long! I've never seen them that long before. They look great!" Of course, I sat there with my mouth open, totally stunned. I thought that it must be a coincidence . . . maybe I put on more mascara than usual, or maybe he just happened to notice my eyelashes for the first time, etc. Then I thought that he's never said one thing about my eyelashes in the 10 years we've been together. Now that's either a really spooky coincidence or maybe, just maybe, this stuff actually works. I still think it's too early to tell and I continue to be skeptical at this point, but I thought I would at least put it out there for those who are considering this product. I'm not yet giving it my full endorsement because the verdict is still out, but I was just flabbergasted and stunned that I received such a comment after using this product for a little under 3 weeks. Is that crazy or what?!

UPDATE

This stuff definitely works. My eyelashes are so long that it's unbelievable. I was recently in a Vegas casino and the blackjack dealer at our table suddenly asked me, "Are those your real eyelashes?"  I am so pleased with the results. However, I don't recommend using this on your lower lashes (unless you really want them to be just as long as your upper lashes. I tried this and they were getting way too long to look natural). I think this is a great alternative to purchasing an expensive brand name product that requires a prescription. Two months later, I'm still on my first tube (applying it one time per day) and I believe this tube will probably last me another two months. I've never experienced any of the irritation or redness that others have, but I did notice that my eyes were a little itchy the following morning. I do recommend this product and I'm so excited to continue using it and seeing the results.  FYI -- a cheaper alternative that works just as well is Rapid Lash.  I've since switched to Rapid Lash because I can get about three tubes of that product for the price of one tube of Renew Lash.


I actually like this straightener brush. I had read mixed reviews on them because I've been wanting to try one so I've been researching different brands and reading reviews. This works really well but you have to work with it. You cant just brush it through your hair and expect great results. Thats not how it works. And that's not how any typical flat iron works so I dont agree with people thinking this should be any different. It has it's pros and cons but more pros than cons. I tried this on my straight yet frizzy hair. And I tried this on my daughters curly hair. I had good results with both.

Pros: It came quickly in the mail and was nicely packaged
It appears to be made with good quality
It heats up fast and the numbers on the screen climb up as it heats so you can tell what temp it's at while you wait
It doesnt burn you and all of the heating units are well covered for your protection
It glides nicely through your hair
It makes your hair soft
Works better on frizz than a flat iron
Easier to use than a flat iron
Helps maintain volume

Cons:
It's only in Celsius
If heated all the way to the highest temp it stinks
The cord is kinda short
At times it pulls your hair out

Now if you use it right it will work really well for you. What I did initially was comb it through the hair like a brush. I had combed my hair with a bore bristle brush before doing this. It kinda sets the hair up for you to section well. I sectioned the hair and held it straight up and put the straightening brush right up to the scalp and combed under and out creating an arch with it so that my hair would curl under. I was able to straighten more hair at once with this than a normal flat iron. All I did to finish my hair was to keep sectioning hair and using the same motion by going on the under side of the hair and arching out I created a really nice looking style. My hair had less frizz, was softer, had more volume and more bounce to it than when I've used a flat iron. So I guess I'll be using this from now on. My only concern was the smell that happened when turned all the way up but I've had other irons that smelled too. So I'm assuming it's the silicon or rubber caps to protect your head. You dont need it turned up all the way. I was able to create the style I wanted at the half way mark.
I'll keep using this and if I have any problems I will update this post.


I heard about this type of black cleansing Japanese masks from different sources and saw some youtube videos people trying it out and saying that it hurts, but works and some saying that it does nothing and got very curious to try this out myself. My skin is medium type in pretty much all senses. Its not dry, not oily, I have very little acne and some blackheads, so trying this out I don't expect massive results either.

Firstly, I felt a bit weird when it arrived with no instructions at all in the box and the instructions written on the box are not in English. So, not knowing how long should I keep first couple of times I kept the mask for about 15-20 minutes. I put a relatively thin layer and it got dry pretty quickly. I felt no pain at all taking it out and had very little effect if any at all in a sense of getting rid of blackheads. The main struggle with the mask is that you are not sure how much to put to keep it "whole" on your face, so that you can peel it later, but I feel like no matter how thin the layer is, and sometimes it might seem it gets disconnected, but actually it will be peeling off altogether.

Another thing is that after listening to all these scary reviews, I was worried to try out on all of my face, so first few times I put some only on my nose. I only have blackheads on my nose. The effect was there, but very weak (I kept about 15 mins).

Today I decided to try it out for all my face and keep it longer. I shall say, that my pain tolerance is higher than average. This time I understood why people were complaining about pain, but still I would definitely say that it is very much tolerable pain, and nothing even close to extreme. In a scale from 1 to 10, where one is a touch and 10 is a bee sting, it would be a 2,5. But this time again the results were not super massive, but better than I expected to see (after first few times my expectations went down). I feel like it handled maybe around 30-40 percent of the blackheads, but also made my skin softer and smoother. Also while applying you should be careful not to put any on your hair or eyebrows, since you might have them removed with the mask. :)

Overall, though there are no super extra massive effects, considering the low price, I would recommend people to try it out!


Fabulous quality for an inexpensive, synthetic wig. I'm giving this wig 5 stars because it's so adorable, is of very nice quality and looks exactly as it does in the online picture. This is my first experience with a wig and I'm planning to just wear it on "bad hair days." I'm letting my hair grow back from a not-so-great hair cut and I don't do well with some of the awkward "stages" associated with growing one's hair out.

Before using, I gently washed the wig with a few drops of mild, shampoo in warm water, and followed that, in the same way, with the conditioner product that came with that shampoo. I gently soaked it again in clean warm water, as the conditioner is a rinse-out type, then wrapped it in a terry towel to blot out most of the water, after which it air dried it on an open construction wig stand. With super gentle handling, it came out looking perfect.

I like my hair to be more sleek and smooth than puffy and wispy, so I even finished the little wig's salon treatment with a tiny bit of my favorite coconut pomade smoothed on with my fingers. Worked like a charm and looks great!
A major plus for this wig is that it has never shed at all through washing and subsequent styling. Several other inexpensive synthetic wigs warn that they will shed at first, and they do. Key concept here is: for optimal effect, be gentle, especially when brushing.

One challenge is that, like a couple of similar wigs I tried but did not keep, the inner woven cap is too big for my head. So, I took a few hand stitches in the nape area of the inner cap to shorten the distance of the cap from the front hair line to the nape area. That's where the problem is for me. It worked because the wig's hair is not really very thick and the cap is made of a wide-weave, soft mesh in the back, allowing me to create a one-inch, horizontal tuck across the whole back, between where the cap meets the ears. Don't know how long this will hold up, but inexpensive wigs like this one are not expected to last for ever, anyway.

And, I'll just repeat that this wig's hair is actually rather thin, so that if the color of your own hair does not readily blend in well with the color of the wig (for example, light blonde wig over dark brown natural hair) you could find some dark hair showing through, especially in the back. Mine is close enough that I'm not experiencing this. So, it's all good and tons of fun!


First, let me say that I was under no illusions as to what this antenna could or couldn't do.

On with the brief review:

After viewing a ton of YouTube videos on various MLA's I figured that I would home brew one myself.  A month after that, and after acquiring only a few of the items necessary I figured it would take months to get this done (that's how things are at this moment, so when Chameleon antenna ran a big sale on the P-loop (<$350) I jumped on the deal! Less than a week later it arrived and I threw it up on it's selfie-stick mount and plugged in my antenna analyzer. Tuning was easy and the bandwidth, while small, wasn't really as bad as I thought it would be during operation and tune-retune. Note: I didn't try to make a perfectly round loop, nor did I get scientific about where to put the aluminum loop. I just eye-balled it. My initial testing was on receive using my FT-817. I noticed a tremendous difference in signals received compared against other indoor antennas I've tried. Today I made a 1500 mi. contact with 0 sunspots while using this antenna indoors, and in the middle of the room, and I am happy about that!

Things I like:
1. It's easy to put up and/or take down
2. Very portable. Everything fits into the canvas bag it came with.
3. It's pretty much a no-brainer to use.
4. Because of the nature of the loop it's very selective. What I mean by that is - by turning the antenna one way or the other it's easy to zero in on who you want to talk to while cutting out stations on nearby frequencies, or atmospheric noise.

Things I don't like:
1. As it comes, it will only take up to 25watts (SSB).
2. You can't tune it or rotate it remotely. This means the antenna has to be close enough to re-tune when changing bands or frequencies

(I do remember seeing a remote tuner/rotator on their website before, but apparently it's no longer being made/sold.)

For field day or other portable communications I think this would be ideal, and I plan to use it outdoors before it gets too hot in Texas. If I could put up something outside I would have gone a different route, but things being the way they are, the best antenna for me to use is the P-Loop. For a good loop comparison do a search for OH8STN on YouTube. He does a good job of reviewing this stuff. I knocked off 1-star for lacking remote tuning ability.


I'm sixty-four and have been using Norelco shavers all of my adult life. When I needed a new one, my wife wanted to get it for my birthday. I specified a Norelco Arcitec, mostly because its looks made it look light and handy, and I anticipated that I would get my usual Norelco shave.

Was I ever wrong. From day one, I had to check to be sure there were blades in this thing. It's like a kid's toy shaver--it buzzes and runs around over the stubble, but gets very little of it after several passes. I kid you not, I can go over the same spot 6-8 times and then test it with my finger tips and not notice any change. I generally shave during a one-hour commute. With the Arcitec, it takes me a half-hour to get the job done--and poorly. The Arcitec has a tiny capacity to hold shavings and when it fills up (half way through one shave) it shaves even worse. If I skip shaving for even one day, the Arcitec is essentially useless against my two-day stubble.

I have a really OLD Norelco Speedshaver that I bought at an estate sale as a backup. This thing was old when I bought it twenty years ago. The previous owner used it to shave her legs. It's a model number SC7830. It looks like a style from the 1940s or early 1950s. It doesn't even have an on-off switch. I have no idea how old the blades are in this thing but it shaves circles around my Arcitec. I now use it instead of my Arcitec, which I threw away. (And my wife complains that I never throw away anything.)

Edit: I just came back and read a couple of glowing reviews of this Norelco Arcitec shaver. One of them accused reviewers like me of being employed by the competition. Well, I'm not. Like I said, I've used Norelco shavers for 40+ years, and I most likely will again. After my experiences with this model, I think those who claim to love it must work for Norelco--or they have peach-fuzz for whiskers, maybe. I have to wonder if the Arcitec was designed by a Norelco employee who was about to quit and go to work for a Norelco competitor. This Norelco Arcitec was just a complete waste of money. I'm still using my backup Norelco Speedshaver from the 1940s or 1950s. It shaves. Maybe if you're very young and still have peach-fuzz whiskers, the Arcitec would work for you, I wouldn't know.


This is Cassia Obovata which is also called "blonde henna".  Same product.  It 'stains' proteins with a yellow molecule.  So white hair turns yellow, not blonde technically.  I wish.  I mix this with strawberry blonde (75% this product, 25% strawberry blonde) on my white hair in the front, weird charcoal grey in the back.  It makes a perfect light strawberry blonde in the front (the product called strawberry blonde makes my white hair orange) & coats the dark in the back making have reddish highlights.  It's a perfect combination & I get lots of compliments.  Don't bother with the mixing it & letting it "steep" (some people even say for as long as over night).  It's totally unnecessary.  I've been using henna (I used to use regular red henna on my mousy brown hair) for over 40 years.  I have to re-do every 3 weeks (still-even tho I'm old & grey, my hair still grows out fast).  Mix with hot water & lemon juice (50/50).  I recently started using a water/lemon juice/aloe vera liquid (which I drink every day-eliminates constipation even with medications that cause that) & will always do so from here out.  Wish I'd tried it sooner.  Great extra conditioner!  I've tried different teas (chamomile-yellow tea, hibiscus-red tea) & didn't really notice a difference but it can't hurt if you're going for one of those colors with an extra boost.  Worth a try. Mix until the consistency of thin-style yogurt.  Henna is always an experiment the first several times till you get it down.  I put the henna on (you have to get every strand of hair so take the time to make small sections to coat) then a shower cap (you can wrap your head in plastic wrap) then a big towel on top of it all.  I use a close pin to hold the towel.  Henna is done WHEN IT STARTS TO DRIP DOWN THE BACK OF YOUR NECK.  In the summer that's about 2 1/2 hours, in the cold of winter (I don't keep the temp up very high) it may take 3-3 1/2 hours. I then wash it out easily using ONLY CONDITIONER- NO SHAMPOO.  Slips right off.  Be sure to use henna on clean hair that you DIDN'T condition while showering.  You want your hair to have NO products on it or the henna won't stick as well.  Hope this helps ladies.


In an effort to stretch the amount of time in between haircuts for my husband, I've begun giving him little beard trims here and there to straighten it out or shape it up. I'll also trim some of the curls around/above his ears and at the neckline so that it's less messy for work. I don't do anything drastic by any means, but I have a steady hand for that sort of cut.

Before, I was using whatever scissors I had around (I know, that's blasphemy in some circles). The most recent were KitchenAid kitchen shears (that I don't use for food items because I like my other kitchen scissors better), believe it or not. They are pretty sharp, so it's not quite as bad as it may sound.

At any rate, I knew that made for a sad hair trim, so I decided to upgrade. This kit happened to also have a beard comb, so that was just a bonus.

Oh man... I've been impressed across the board here. When I opened the Amazon box, there was a very nice display box by the manufacturer, with a magnetic lid and an opening made perfectly for the items. It makes for a great first impression, so this would be awesome as a gift.

You can tell just by looking that the scissors are nice, but when you pick them up, it's like the metal is buttery and soft to the touch. It feels classy, if that makes any sense. And while I've barely used them so far (I trimmed him up super recently), let me tell you... it's like night and day. It's such a smooth cut. This is how it's meant to feel when you cut hair - I just know it. I've never looked forward to giving a hair trim so much!

He already had a wooden beard comb, so I personally wasn't all that enthused about it like I was the scissors, but I have since been informed by him that the teeth are smaller on this one than on the other, which makes for a different beard combing experience. Now he has options, which he appreciates.

Oh, and the case is nice as well. :)  Seriously, you'll feel good about giving this as a gift. From the moment they unwrap the box, they'll be pleased with what they see.

Please note, I received this item at a discount in exchange for my honest, unbiased opinion. I wouldn't steer anyone wrong, so if you have found this review to be helpful, please click the Yes box below. Thanks!


(Ingredients list is at the bottom of this review.)

I am really loving the TINAZANA Vegan Bakuchiol Comforting Cream (2.7oz / 80ml). Only 9 ingredients. It is so good. Truly comforting and non-irritating. Even when my skin is already in an irritated state.

This is a beautifully thick, rich, white moisturizing cream. Yet, somehow it feels decently lightweight and comfortable on the face and neck. Not lightweight like a gel cream, by any means. But comfortable. This cream glides onto the face and neck smoothly, and it soaks into the skin quickly; But it doesn't disappear. It leaves a lasting, soothing, comforting layer of moisture and hydration on the surface of the skin. It helps to lock-in the moisture and hydration from the previous steps in my skincare routine, and leave my skin feeling so lovely and comfortable.

The scent is extremely slight. It is herbal, but it's almost undetectable, unless you're really seeking after the scent.

The packaging is a beautiful yellow glass jar with a beige twist-off lid. It feels very nice in the hand, and the cream feels luxurious on the face. Much more expensive than it is. The 80ml size is excellent for the price.

The addition of gentle, anti-aging Bakuchiol is also a big win with zero irritation. Plus, Shea Butter for maximum moisture. I layer gentle, hydrating, soothing, calming toners and serums underneath this cream, and I get excellent glowy, dewy results.

I use this cream day and night, as I have dry, sensitive skin. I imagine many skin types might like this for day or night, especially during colder months.

If you have sensitive skin, and you cannot use most skincare products (like me), this is likely going to be for you.

Overall, I'm highly impressed. Why did it take me so long to find this? This cream is so beautifully simple. It's truly an amazing find for someone like me, who struggles with sensitive skin. I will definitely repurchase, and I'm looking forward to trying more simple, gentle products from Tinazana.

I highly recommend this cream to anyone and everyone.

INGREDIENTS:

Water, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Polysilicone-34, Isononyl Isononanoate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Ethyhexylglycerin, Bakuchiol.


(Ingredients list is at the bottom of this review.)

I'm so glad I ordered the Frankies Bikinis Lip Butter Gloss in Lilikoi. It's a really nice, smooth, emollient, buttery lip gloss/balm with decent staying power. It lasts on the lips, and doesn't require too frequent re-application. It also has a comfortable, smooth slip to it, and it is not sticky. The balm is yellow, but it goes on sheer. It doesn't look tinted on the lips.

The flavor is lilikoi, which is apparently another way of saying passion fruit. I'm not usually keen on passion fruit flavor, but this one is surprisingly nice. The flavor/scent is sweet and pleasantly fruity. Like a sweet, very lightly floral-perfumed fruit. It's really nice, and not at all off-putting or overpowering.

The packaging is excellent. The graphics and colors are beautiful. I also really like how the applicator is dome-shaped, with no sharp edges or openings to damage the lips. It makes it very easy to squeeze out the lip balm and apply it quickly. The formula and applicator also makes it difficult to squeeze out more than you intended, and that's important. I have found that feature lacking in some other lip products, and I've wasted a lot of product unnecessarily.

Overall, I'm really happy to have this lip gloss/balm, and I will continue using it. I'd highly recommend this to anyone looking for a nice glossy lip balm to try.

INGREDIENTS:

Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Rhus Verniciflua Peel Wax, Rhus Succedanea Fruit Wax, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Natural Flavor, Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Tribehenin, Sorbitan Isostearate, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Tocopherol, Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter, Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil, Borago Officinalis (Borage) Seed Oil, Hippophae Rhamnoides (Sea Buckthorn) Fruit Oil, Rosa Canina (Rosehip) Oil, Monoammonium Glycyrrhizinate, Mica, Titanium Dioxide, Carmine, Tin Oxide.


This is my first BB Cushion Compact.
I've had great experiences with Myconos products n the past so decided to try this out to for that full - Bang effect.

I currently own the following Myconos brand products:
- Gel cleanser
- Whitening & Brightening Essence/ Serum
- Night Repair Whitening Cream
- Deep Sea Whitening Mask
- (This) Myconos Magic BB Moist Air Cushion Compact.

* I will also add, I use these in conjunction/ in order :)

My Skin Type:
 I have oily skin with acne spots occassionally.
My skin doesn't react well to extra moisturizing products like most bb cream for instance, they make me break out.

But, I decided to purchase this because I've read from other reviewers with oily skin that it didn't cause a hindrance for them- using this.
Sooo glad I did!

My First Impression/ Thoughts/ and Views:

- The design is pretty, unique & the holographic logo is quite attractive.
- Smells very fancy. Almost reminds me of Chanel.
- This goes smoothly.
- It is build able for me without looking too "cakey"
- Did not clog my pores. I was rest assured whenever I wore this, there  wouldn't be a giant pimple at the end of the day on my forehead.
- The way the cushion is placed inside the compact is very sanitary, since there are layers to open to get to the bb cushion cream inside.
- Apparently this has "whitening properties" too
- I am in love with the fact this has a whopping 50spf! (Sun damage prevention is important to me)
- Anti-aging properties (Not too strong though I'm sure since other anti-aging products I've tried has broken me out before. I'm 22.)
- One of the best part of this product in my opinion is how you get an extra "refill of BB/CC foundation" Not even some other popular brands or Sephora items do that. So you're getting a considerable amount for the price.

Cons:

Aside from all the benefits, the only issue I've come across is sometimes (since I have oily skin) within a few hours,
 if I don't pat down with a powder of some sort then my face gets sticky.
This is certainly an ideal product for those with "dry skin" type.

Conclusion:

 In the end, the pros and benefits I got from using this bb cushion pact, definitely overcomes the negatives.
I love this bb cushion pact and will continue to keep using it. '

Since this is my first time using one and it's working so great, it'll possibly be my last time since there's another refill so this will last me a long time in a long run.

(Photos Attached)


I never thought I would sing praise to a sponge made from konjac root.  The first time I had heard of these type of sponges I thought it sounded kind of weird, yet interesting.  The only experiences I have had with konjac root was when I would ingest it, in pill form, to aid in a fuller feeling belly.  Gotta love diet hacks.  Anyways, an offer came around for me to try a set of discounted sponges for review.  I thought, “these seem crazy and awkward.  I must try them!”

The second I opened up the package to take a look my daughter gasped and said, “you got those?  Can I have one?  I have been wanting one so bad but they are expensive.”  Well, with this brand, you get the same exact product that are sold in stores for insane amounts of dollars, for a screaming, affordable price.  Two sponges come in a box so I handed one over to her.  She was so excited.

I have slightly oily, sensitive and acne prone skin.  My daughter has very oily and is also acne prone.  This sponge cleanses and exfoliates without over drying.  There is something about the way it holds water that feels really soft, gentle, yet effective. It is the direct opposite of what it feels like when it is dry - hard and scratchy.  It does take some time to incorporate enough water into it, for the sponge to fully absorb the water, to be soft enough to use on your face.  As you rub it across your skin it feels good and soft.  I use light pressure while I use it for light exfoliation.  I like the flat end for my forehead, cheeks and neck and the rounded end for my chin, nose, sides of nose and cheeks (near the side of my nose) and between my eyebrows.  I feel like I am able to get a good cleansing in all areas.  I use a small amount of cleanser.  I use my hands to apply my cleanser and then use the sponge.  My face is way smoother and makeup glides on nicely.  My daughter reports the same thing.  She loves the sponge and its benefits it gives.

My only slight criticism is the attached string.  I do not see how it can be secure for long but who am I to know?  I have never used one of these.  It just feels a little like one pull could rip through the sponge.  I do appreciate it having a string, though.  It makes it super easy to hang-dry the sponge so all sides are/can be exposed to well circulated air.  It does take quite a while for it to dry.  Still, it is the only sponge of its kind and as weird as it is, it works.


~UPDATE~
So I contacted the seller and they were really kind and helpful, they apologized for the inconvenience and sent me a new one right away. It came fast in the mail too, I’ve had it for maybe about a week now and it works well, no problems! :) I’m really happy b/c other than that issue it got, it’s a really great product! :)
~UPDATE~
This thing is such a pain!
Okay first the lights on it were starting to go out, first the middle then the bottom one, which I didn’t mind. I could tell which mode it was on by the way it worked. But now it’s like a ghost is possessing it or something! I was using it last night and I would be pressing the button and it wouldn’t turn on, then when I finally got it too, IT WOULDN’T TURN OFF! I finally got it to turn off after I kept using it and stopped pressing the on/off button, just letting the water drain out of my mouth while it was still on which made a mess, then pressed it again. But then when I tried to turn it on again, the same thing happened! It kept this up until I finally finished my flossing.
Then later that night IT TURNED ON BY ITSELF! It actually woke me up in the middle of then night! And it has kept turning off and on all night, even this morning it’s still doing that! It’s totally dysfunctional and I can’t even really rely on it to work right to use it! I would return it but I can’t even see the way to contact the seller b/c my return window passed on April 2nd or so. It has a 12 month warranty yet how do I get them to replace it!?! I really loved it when it wasn’t going all crazy one me. Please help!!! It’s on a full charge so it’s not gonna stop for a while... I would attach a video but I swear it possessed, every time I try to I mostly works right. But even it that we’re to stay the same it’s still unreliable to use.  I’ll try and catch it turning on by itself later but my phones about to die.

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I love this. Holds a charge for such a long time and my mouth has never felt so great! I mix a bit of my mouthwash in it each time I use it, makes it even better. Also for the first times you use it it should be on the soft setting and doing so, for me, took a refill to get the job done. But now that I only use the soft setting on 1/6th of my mouth it doesn’t require a refill to finish the job. I love this product so much! <3


Ordered 20" in color #6. I shop on Amazon to get items I can't get as retail and / or save money. That being said, I feel this product is worth 4 stars. Not a full 5 due to it's quality but all other variables (cost, color, packaging, service and length.) In short: the hair is wonderful for the price. Its long, shiny, true to color, and very soft. Only 4 stars because the hair is too thin the last 4 inches. Though it makes it look real and blend well, it does lack the thickness the seller claims and in my case, doesn't give me all that I want from hair extensions.

Now to the longer part. I am happy with this purchase. The color is beautiful, shiny and true to swatch. Its soft and technically 20". I am disappointed in how thin the last 4 inches are. If I had to guess the model has either got really great hair as is or is wearing two sets. Its obviously real hair, so I expected some thinning or an "a" line cut, however, this isn't quite my taste. Ive had extensions for a few years now (basically tons of my hair fell out from taking Accutane) and I have tried what I could other than a full lace wig. Synthetic, tape ins, clips, remy. I like synthetic purely for the thickness it has throughout the whole piece. Tape ins are a pain to maintain, and I just dont have the time for 'em lol. Remy with clips are by far my favorite but it comes with it's price. This product doesn't reflect the usual cost of remy but man, I do like this set. I can style it as I please and it isn't frizzy. It came straitened, with few crimps just because of the packaging (which was priority 3 day!). The color is spot on and I didn't have to dye anything to match. It blends well and looks natural. Like I said, only the thinness at the ends. Look beyond the minor flaw and its a gorgeous piece, comfortable enough (which is huge because I wear mine as a ponytail!) for my everyday wear. The clips don't snag or tug my real hair and they feel secure. I do wish the stiching was tighter but they're comfy as is and hold up.

Basically, try this baby out. Its nice quality and you can't beat the price. If you're looking for a thoroughly thick piece, look somewhere else. But for added "oomph" and a few more head turns, I'd get this.


I look at the other reviews here and I wonder if this is the same product I bought.

I have metatarsalgia from Morton's toe, so I need arch support to keep my feet from rolling inward and putting pressure on that second metatarsal bone. Additionally, my toes are very long, so I have to wear shoes 1/2-to-1 size bigger than I'm measured to, which means any built-in arch support is too far forward for my foot. As such, I have to buy inserts smaller than the shoes I wear, which means they tend to slide around.

I have had good luck with [[ASIN:B0033PSSJO Dr. Scholl's FOR HER Hidden Arch Supports, 1-pair Packages (Pack of 3)]], but wanted something that I could quickly wear with any shoe (as setting those sticky, in-shoe inserts takes a bit of time to get it positioned just right), as well as wear barefoot or with my slippers around the house.

Based on the rave reviews here, and that the image appeared to be of a product that has a wedge-shape and would push my insoles up and keep my feet from rotating inward, I ordered a pair of these. Unfortunately, when they arrived, I was sorely disappointed. Unlike the other inserts I have had luck with, these are a flat piece of gell-plastic. Yes, they have good adhesive and generally stay in place on my foot (after a few tries to get them in just the right place, which takes off a lot of dead skin each time I have to peel it off to try again, which makes them less sticky until I wash and let them dry), but they don't _support_. The fact that they are something extra on my arch offers the tiniest bit of support, but it is not nearly enough to keep my feet from rolling, and also wouldn't be enough for someone with fallen arches. I also found them to be uncomfortable to walk around in for more than 10 minutes, because they provide this lump in my shoes, as my feet start to roll over onto them.

I would try the extra thick version of this product, but since I know that they are just a flat piece of plastic, I know they still would not offer proper support and would probably provide even bigger lumps in my shoes. These should be a wedge shape, not a flat shape.

So, now that I've wasted $16, I'm going to go spend just as much to buy three pairs of the other inserts and just load up all of my shoes so it won't be a problem when I need to quickly slip on some shoes and go. And, so much for going barefoot or having support in my slippers.


Summary:  After using the 8140xl for almost 3 weeks, I can say it is giving me a very close shave with no irritation, the battery lasts over a week between charges, the trimmer works well, it feels well constructed, and the hot water rinse clean is great.

Background:  I've used electric shavers ever since I started shaving over 20 years ago.  For the past ~12 years I've been using a Norelco 5825xl rotary shaver.  The battery has long since died (I only used the power cord on the 5825xl for the past several years) and I haven't replaced the cutter/heads for at least 2 years.  So, going from this situation with my 5825xl to the 8140xl has been a huge leap forward.  The shave I am now getting with the 8140xl is so much closer than any I recall ever getting with any razor in the past, with no skin irritation.  I've read other reviews that state the trimmer doesn't work well, I use it to trim my sideburns every 3-4 days and it works well for me.  I was a little concerned with some of the reviews I read stating the razor starts to smell from cleaning it with hot running tap water, but I run the water only on both sides of the shaving heads and prevent water from flowing through the entire razor and out the bottom (which the directions state it is designed to do).  This seems to allow the heads to air dry rather quickly, and keeps water from remaining in the main body for a long period of time which is what I assume would lead to the razor smelling badly.

In the past I always felt as though I was sacrificing the closer shave of a blade for the convenience of an electric shaver.  I'm not sacrificing anything anymore - the 8140xl is giving me a shave that's virtually as good as a blade.

Update:  Have been using this razor regularly for 2 months now, and I remain extremely happy.  I'm getting 2 weeks of shaving daily between battery charges, and I remain very impressed with the closeness of the shave.  I do agree with other reviews that it would be nice to have a little warning before the battery runs out, but when that only happens once every two weeks it simply isn't an issue for me.

Great razor, great shave, great value!  Wish I bought this sooner.


First, the shipping from this company was very fast and arrived before the expected date.  Kudos to them, especially since it's not Prime.

As for the soap, it's just ok. For reference, I use a DE Muhle razor with Feather blades.

If your biggest concern is price, this will serve you well as long as you have a shave brush. If you rub it on your face without lathering it with a brush, it's way too thick and will build up heavily on your razor. With the lather and brush, it's very smooth, but has an odd tingle to it; not a nice feeling that you would get from Menthol, but rather a very mild burning sensation that will stay with you for the rest of the day.  I must admit that I have very sensitive skin, but I'm definitely not used to my face feeling irritated all day.  This isn't to say that it gave me razor burn, but it sure felt like it.

As for the smell, it's pleasant, but it just smells like traditional soap. This is unfortunate, as other reviewers have noted, because one of the luxuries of DE wet shaving is having those really nice scents that add to the experience.  This will not give you that addition.

I could, however see this being nice for travel given that it's a hard cream (it's definitely not a hard soap).

The bottom line is this: I can see why people like it, I don't mind the smell, it delivers a good shave with a smooth feel afterwards (likely because of the animal tallow), but due to the slight burn and simplicity of the product, I'd rather spend the extra few dollars on Proraso White or even a few more dollars on a D.R. Harris product.

Update as of 3/21/15: I forced myself to use this soap again and the more I use it, the more I like it. As I said above, the smell is average but once you learn how to use it, this soap will give you one of the best shaves available.

Here are a few tips:

Rub it on a wet face against the grain. You'll begon to see a very slight white buildup. Stop. If you keep going, you'll have used waaaaay too much and it'll buildup like I described above. Now take a firm brush (I like a boars hair over badgers hair for this) and lather extensively on your face. You'll notice a good buildup on your brush and face. Now do your normal shaving routine using the lather from your brush when needed.

You're face will be baby butt smooth and soft. I also haven't had any burning issues since so it may have been the blade. I don't lnow.

I still only give it 4 stars because it just smells like traditional soap. If I could give it 4 and 3/4 I would.


I have been looking for a dark, truly green hair dye for ages. Most dark greens skew hard teal,and mixing colors to get the desired shade usually fades to blue annoyingly fast. Green Tomato is the color of tomato vines and is very pigmented—it's such a dark green that it looks almost black when it comes out of the tube. It has a gray undertone rather than a blue or yellow one. I love this color. It's a muted, deep green that fades to a dark mossy tone after many washes. The result is a more natural, "lived-in" color right from the start.

The dye has a gel-like consistency that makes it very spreadable. I have shoulder-length, fine hair. Even using this completely undiluted and unmixed, I will get at least a dozen uses out of this one tube. I've used it undiluted to achieve a dark green that passes for black in dim or soft lighting. (Side Note: be careful to avoid applying undiluted dye directly to your scalp, this stains your skin quite badly.) I've diluted it with white, silicone-free conditioner to create a pastel version. Using a lot of conditioner creates a slightly grainy mixture, but it hasn't affected the quality or longevity of the results. I've also mixed it with several other brands of dye (e.g. Pravana, Iroiro, La Riche Directions, and Bigen Vivid Shades) with no issues and positive results. It smells sort of like markers, with a hint of perfume. It's not particularly terrible, but it's one of the worst-smelling brands of semi-permanent hair color I've come across.

I really think Sarangsae is doing something special with the shade range they offer. I've used over a dozen brands in all the colors of the rainbow, but nobody else is creating such soft, understated colors. It's not too hard for me to achieve a soft pastel (either by using a pastel dye or diluting a dark dye) but dark shades are usually extremely bright. I love mixing my own colors, and the hardest thing to achieve is a muted dark hue. I've added silver dyes,the Pravana Vivids "black" additive, and/or small amounts of opposing shades (i.e., a dab of pink or light orange to a green to tone it down) with various success. I'm really excited to try some of their other muted colors in the future, like Black Rose, Deep Grey, or Mustard Yellow. If they can make a truly soft, deep, dark green, they can probably make any shade!


I have extremely fine hair and I didn't use the hair tie to hold the ponytail together, only to wrap around the ponytail and the elastic came out of 1 of the 4 sides of the metal crimp bead holding it together.
I didn't expect them to be as good as the ones in the 70s & 80s (**considering there are STILL several around my parents house that have the elastic in tact, but 1 or more of the balls are broken) but I did expect to be able to use them wo breaking them.
To be fair, it's been a very long time since I've used a hair tie like this and I break the first clear elastic I use to put in a ponytail at least every other morning, so I don't know if I was just pulling too hard or if this one had a faulty crimp. They are cute. I ended up with some triplets and singles, but that was not important to me and if I still had little girl in hair bows, would have bought 2 of these and any combo of a second package would most likely pair up the colors if that is important to someone.  I wouldn't order assorted colors of anything I wanted specific colors for wo realizing I was taking a chance of getting the mix I wanted, but I did think I was getting 6 matching pair of these and I didn't.

I will pinch the center crimp bead on the rest of these w pliers and assume I was being too hard on them. I will use another week and update the review only if the others break.
I don't remember these being so relatively expensive as far as hair ties go, but I have zero reference point.
I purchased them to put around the ponytail of my bun and I am trying to attach the back of a bandana to the little balls. These worked alright, but I am going to have to end up going with a bungie cord that has a ball on it. I say that only to provide the grain of salt one should probably take with the review.

These are pricey to me, but very cute and visually identical to the bubble balls of the 70's I would never use this tie to hold hair, but to embellish. Clearly 6 matching pair are not necessarily the case in assorted but mostly they were. If it is this specific look you are going for, these are what I remember. In case it's the design, use pliers to squeeze the metal crimp in the center of each one until it's flat, but don't do it so much that you cut the elastic and be gentle putting them in.


I got sucked in by a mall kiosk. Don't buy it. Just don't. I felt bad for the salesman and actually kinda considered the product so I bought it. However, they gave me MORE than 50% off. What does that mean? That means THEY ARE DESPERATE! Because these products don't sell and are useless! DON'T MAKE MY MISTAKE! I got 5 hand-warmers, a neck and shoulder clickheat, and a back clickheat, as well as the belt which holds the packs all for $80. Oh pretty cheap compared to the original price right? Not. This all should have been sold for $20. I was planning to give the gifts to my parents, but this would've offended them. Anyways, what's wrong with them? Well after I bought them, I started to play around with the hand warmers. I played around with the first one when I noticed that the real good heat only lasted for 5-7 minutes, and then it would harden and become luke warm for a few minutes, then become rock hard. It only stayed "warm" for 10-15 minutes overall (towards the end of the cycle, like 13 minutes in, it wasn't really warm anymore). WHAT? I know! The salesman had told me it would stay warm for 45 minutes. THEN, in order for the crystals to liquify, you have to full-on BOIL the product for like 10 minutes! What a waste of time if you're boiling for 10 minutes but using the product for only 10-15 minutes. I tested all 5 of the handwarmers--and yep. Only stayed warm for 10-15 minutes each. What a rip-off. That means the bigger packs must last like 30 minutes and probably harden like a ROCK after 10 minutes. Ah yes, it'd feel nice to have a rock on your back/neck wouldn't it?? Went back to the Kiosk to return it, and the guy then puts on a cold hard face that I didn't think he was even CAPABLE of and says no returns and only exchanges for unused/unopened products. Like uhhh you never mentioned ANY no return policy during the time of purchasing and only merely pointed to the SMALLEST piece of paper taped to the side of the cash register when I tried to come and return.

I no longer feel bad for the salesman and now I feel more duped than ever. Currently trying to refund and have a full return for all the products. Otherwise, I just bought $80 worth of paperweights. DON'T BUY!


This will be a bit longer so my apologizes offhand.

1) These wipes are great!  They have a smell that's tolerable and isn't too overwhelming.  As a guy, I love how I can just take this out after a quick workout or something else and just wipe myself quick.  And if it's cold out or something, I can just pop it in the microwave for a couple of seconds and it's hot.  You literally only need 5-10 seconds to heat this thing up, although it doesn't last for long, it's enough to wipe up quick.

2) Considering these come in a 30 pack, it's good for once a day or if you space them out, it gives you extra on the days you need it.  Ideally they are good if you simply don't have time in a day for a quick shower but still want a clean feeling but as said previously they are good after a work out also.

3) They are quite large and stay wet long.  Compared to other brands and types, these just last longer.  They don't rip or tear easy and stay wet.  That has to be my most loved thing about this product is that they are large and stay wet long on top of the pleasant smell they bring.  The smell of tea tree may not be to everyones liking to your mileage will vary.

Now onto the part about damaged or missing items.  I had previous orders that went smoothly, while the last one had 2 missing and wasn't shrink wrapped.  It should be noted that the customer service from amazon was helpful in allowing either a partial refund for the two missing or returning and replacing it.  I opted for just a refund but wanted to provide feedback for it.  The seller went above and beyond the scope of the situation and even gave insight into their product and how it is shrink wrapped at their location before being shipped to amazon.  So in the end, the problem resided in amazon's fulfillment center.  I did call and offered additional feedback and amazon was good about it.  Mistakes do happen after all and nothing is perfect but I wanted to shout out to the seller because often times we often take the first step to lash out at them when something goes wrong and they get the blunt end of the deal even if it is amazon's fault and not theres.  Just the fact that the seller was super helpful and went above and beyond even though it wasn't their fault, gave them a five star in my book and a customer stamp of approval for their product even though they already had it before this one small problem.

Kudo's to the seller and keep up the great work on your product.  I hope to see these one day come in a tub or some sort that's refillable at a cheaper option :)


Let me start by saying that I really like the New York Biology brand of skin care products. Much of what they produce is on the cutting edge of scientific research. I am a huge fan of transgenic pharming so do not think my opinion is based on that.  And although this I feel is a good cream for Acne prone skin, the actual scar removal benefits may be lacking.
EGF ( Epidermal growth factor) Is a cytokine (chemicals our cells use to communicate with each other) There are many however EGF helps repair damage to the skin. (Yes this is a real thing and it works, but it needs to get to where is needs to be effective). I was debating on how complicated to make this review because It took me 3 hours and a call to a specialist to help me form my opinion of this product, but most people do not want or require extensive data.
  Epidermal Growth Factor (EGF) is a 6.2 kDa polypeptide, It is not huge but is to large to absorbe properly. Your body makes and delivers EGF from the inside so this absorption factor is null.  Assuming that any topically applied EGF reaches the dermis, it would be a minute fraction of that applied, and thus not likely to affect collagen production.  Also, wrinkle reduction requires not just the making of new collagen, but also the breakdown and disposal of old collagen. That is the role of a different group of cytokines (growth factors), and their target cells, some of which are phagocytes (immune cells that gobble up debris and export it).
 So no I do not believe despite the great innovative ingredients that this will be a miracle cure for my acne scars, but It will provide a great moisturizer for acne prone skin. There is a lot of science to back that up, but we don't have all day.
  BTW, If you want to know more or you have new evidence to the contrary, I would love to chat about it. I will be testing this, but I fear it will not live up to my already high expectations created by their many other skin products.
  I was lucky enough to be able to receive a small discount in exchange for an honest review of this product, but that in no way shape or form influenced my opinion. And believe me If my opinion of this product changes after months of use or whatever, I will Update the review and blast this product.
  If you have any questions feel free to message me and if this review was helpful please push the "helpful button". I like to know If my reviews are making a difference.


I first used the rechargable battery Sonicare toothbrush.  After a few months, the darned thing would just stop working, or the vibration of the toothbrush became too weak and didn't work properly.  I bought another one, same thing happened after a few months.  Because they are expensive and can't fix it.. or change the battery, I decided to buy the replaceable battery one.  I had to throw the rechargable ones out, at $100.00 a pop.  I figured that Sonicare Xtreme would be easier, and cheaper, and you can always replace the batteries.  I read the reviews here first, and made sure to wipe it down after each use and lay it on the side, so water doesn't trickle down to the batteries. I would also clean the inside of where the brush was attached and other parts.  I never noticed any water inside.  The batteries didn't last long, maybe 2 weeks tops, using Duracell.  I can accept that, even though it was a pain.  Opening the bottom piece was ridiculous.. had to pry it open using a nail file, to replace them.  Then, after two or three months, the toothbrush stopped working altogether, even when putting in new batteries.  Had to throw it out.  I got another one, and basically the same thing happened.  Many times, I would tap the bottom on a hard surface to jostle the batteries.  Sometimes that worked and was able to finish brushing my teeth.  Then the second one became too weak to work properly after trying everything .  Onto the third one.  This one is worse.  I got it last week (didn't buy through Amazon, another site) and after putting in new batteries when I got it, it would work for a few seconds...then stop.  I pushed the button a few times, the toothbrush just died.  Tried everything again, tapping it a little, made sure the brush was screwed on tight and the bottom piece was on tight.  It work long enough to brush my upper teeth, then died again.  At this point, I've had enough of the poor quality of these expensive pieces of *cr..* and vowed never to buy this product again!  It cleans my teeth great when it works, IF it works.  I don't recommend these toothbrushes to anyone.  Too expensive all around for an unreliable product.


I hate myself for buying this, but I don't regret it one bit. While the concept sounds like some medieval torture device, I must say, it's worth it. 100%.

I bought this because I was sick and tired of paying insane prices for razor heads. I have extremely sensitive skin, so I always had to splurge and get the ~16-18 dollar packs of razors with some kind of soap on the razor head (Generally the Venus + Olay mix). Every time the soap ran out, I had to put on a new head - I was pretty much just throwing money at these companies. I was looking into cheaper alternatives, and then I found out about epilating. I bought this at around $75, and I figured even if it only lasted me a year or two, I was still saving money in the long run.

I'm not going to lie - this HURTS the first time you do it. Since I had been shaving for over 10 years, my skin was not at all prepared to have the hairs ripped out. But, I've had my epilator for about 2 weeks now, and it really does get easier.

I highly recommend that before the first time you epilate, you get the places you aim to epilate waxed at a salon. I wish I had done this, as this helps your skin get used to it all at once. When the hairs are pulled out, as opposed to being shaved, it takes much longer to grow back, and they also grow back thinner and finer. I'm not saying these hairs will be baby soft now, but they will be easier to epilate.

Now, the best way to epilate. From my experience as a complete beginner, the wet/dry feature of this is what makes this process possible for me. Generally, what I have found to work is to epilate everything you want in the shower. I do legs, underarms, and some pubic area. So, when I'm in the shower, I'll make sure the stream of water (try to do hot water while you are getting used to this) is over the place I am about to epilate, and then I'll do a couple swipes. You probably won't get all of the hair, but that's okay - I've noticed it takes a few times to get it all. Then, the day after you have done this process, I recommend the next day epilating your legs while they are dry. The light feature on this epilator is SO convenient - it really helps you see any small hairs you might have missed. I recommend putting a towel down, putting a movie on, and focus on getting as much of the hair as you can. It's going to sting, but not as much as you think it will while doing it dry.

Despite how much of a pain it might seem at first, it's really worth it.


I just have to say it, I HATE WEARING A MASK! I have glasses that fog up terribly with most all traditional fabric masks. I have low-grade asthma and wearing a mask where I am breathing in my own air makes me very anxious and I end up being unable to breathe well at all. Thankfully I found that I didn't have to worry about any of that once I began wearing a face shield instead of a fabric mask. Because I began working in retail around the holidays and was required to wear a mask for 8 hours a day, I was able to survive with the shield. But I really didn't like the way that I had to wear the elastic band around my head over my hair, and it was much like wearing two pair of glasses, since I had to view the world through my glass lenses as well as the plastic of the shield.

One day I saw a woman in my store wearing one of these masks and I immediately became a fan. I found this seller online and I can't believe how much I love wearing this! It feels almost like I have no mask on at all - in fact, I was once heading into a store and the greeter there offered to give me a mask, not realizing that I had this one on until I got closer to her. It is great that you can sanitize this between wearings very easily without having to put it through the laundry, and I just keep it hanging from my rearview mirror and use hand wipes to clean it.

However, there are a couple of things that I'd prefer on this mask. The plastic is a hard, formed plastic rather than a pliable one. I no longer work in retail and am no longer required to wear a mask at my new job, but I feel like if I had to wear this one 8 hours a day like before, it might break within a few days. Although it does not fog up my glasses at all, it actually fogs up when I am wearing it outside. Once I enter the store and an ambient temperature though, the fog goes away and it is clear once again. I am sure that this mask would not be allowed on an airplane, but then neither are many other styles of masks out there. The other thing that is a bit bothersome is that when you are talking or singing with this mask on, it moves with the movement of your mouth since it holds onto your face with a chin guard that keeps the plastic away from your mouth. But all in all it is worth it to be able to breath and remain compliant with the current laws of my City regarding masks. For those reasons though, I gave it a 4 rather than a 5 rating.


So I understand some people are concerned over the safety of paraffin baths, and sometimes paraffin can feel drying. I thought this would be a good option to try and have heard some positive things about soy wax baths.

It was a terrible idea. And an even worse idea to try it out for the first time with a household of teenage girls at a birthday party.

So first off, although the birthday girl had been shown how to properly use a wax bath (albeit with paraffin at the time), the other girls took it upon themselves to dive headlong into the experience. This is not the wax’s fault, so the many drips and drops of wax I’m still finding = teenagers.

How to explain why *this* wax was bad...ok....if you have ever used a paraffin bath, you know that after the wax has had time to set for a while and cool off, it basically slides or peels off of your hand (foot, elbow, etc).

THIS wax, does not do that. THIS wax becomes very sticky to your skin (or whatever else in comes into contact with) and tries to become part of you. You have to scrape it off either something, but still have a coating of wax left on your skin.

If you are a 15 year old girl, and know it is not coming off how it is supposed to, you panic and go to the sink to try to wash it off. BUT, when the wax gets cold, it doesn’t just get hard and flake off, because it is Santa Venetia SoyWorks soy wax, it still stays slightly malleable and it still sticks to skin like it’s life (had it a life) depends on it.

So if you are this teenage girl (which now there are at least 4 realizing there is an issue and freaking out) you start scratching it off in small chunks with your fingernails into the garbage disposal...because you are a teenage girl and do not know that this is VERY bad for said garbage disposal.

I actually had to get out a scrub daddy and dish soap to work this wax off of their hands...yes, seriously, it was that awful.

All teenagers survived, the garbage disposal recovered and just to be sure I gave it a fair chance, I tried the wax again a week later, doing everything you are supposed to, just in case it was a horrible case of ‘because...teenage girls’. I was prepared for the worst and sadly, not disappointed. It took half an hour to get the wax off, so into the trash with the rest of it. I still can’t get it all off of my machine.

As the title says...really, REALLY terrible idea.


My 8 yr old wanted temporary color in her hair, so we went for the Splat Blue.  I've used a similar 30-wash temporary color on my own hair for years, applied myself, so figured it would be similar - let me assure you, it is not.  We did not use the bleach option-just put the color itself in her light brown hair (very light brown).  The blue completely stained EVERYTHING it came into contact with.  She sat in a  blue towel in the tub as I applied it and sat still while it set for 50 minutes.  I had applied a barrier cream to her forehead and around her ears, but the color cream got in a few places on her ears, face and neck and set in quickly, despite the barrier cream - her poor face was dotted and streaked with blue and her neck was stained deep blue, as well as places on her shoulder.  Had her lie back in the tub (sans towel) as I rinsed and rinsed and rinsed with cold water, per the instructions.  The water NEVER ran clear.  After 15 minutes of that and getting most of the color cream out, she showered.  She washed it, then used the conditioner - all the while, the blue water ran over her face, body, limbs and hands, staining then with blue streaks.  I made her wash and wash with soap, but it did no good.  Once she was out of the shower and dried off, I used non-gel toothpaste (per Splat's instructions) scrubbed on her face and neck, and it does work, but she was miserable. And the deeper spots on her ears and neck were only slightly faded.  I haven't even gotten to her back, stomach, arms and legs yet.  We could only handle so much at once.  Her hair is stained a dark blue and does indeed show well on the ends and in her bangs, but SOOOOO not worth the mess. Now to the tub and shower, which are ordinarily white - they have turned a blueberry color where the rinsed hair color and water pooled, sprayed or streamed. I am bleaching the H@!! out of the bathtub, tiles, shower handle, etc. trying to get the purple blue out.  When I color my own hair brown, the cream does not stain like this and the water runs clear fairly quickly.  The Splat stuff is NOT for armatures in their home who are expecting something that is relatively easy to apply and contain.  My verdict is "NEVER again".