When it comes to styling devices, my family all has different preferences because we all have different hair.  This looked like a really great product.  Let's take a look..

WHAT IS THIS LIKE?
This comes in a nice box, well packed in a fancy presentation and comes with a little manual.  The device has four buttons on it which are power, temp up or temp down or timer.  The bent curling iron is supposed to be more handy to use.

MANUAL
The manual is bare bones.  It looks fancy but never tells what temperature or time would be good to start with for different types of hair.  That was very disappointing.  It does tell how to basically press the buttons and what they are for, however.

HOW DID THIS PERFORM?
We tried this several times on various occasions.  Each time, we set the temperature higher and higher until we were at the top temp but very few of the curls we tried making worked.  The hair simply had a light bend in it.  When using a different curling iron with each person, the hair looked great.  Finally after trying for the last time today, we have determined that this curling iron just does not work.  I am not sure if we got a bad one or what, but it just does not do hardly anything except leaving a partial bend in the hair no matter how we wind it.

THE BOTTOM LINE
Although a great concept, this curling iron did not seem to curl hair properly no matter what hair we used it on or how high or low the temperature was set.

MY RATING
TWO STARS.  Great idea, just didn't work at all for us.


**UPDATED REVIEW****
My initial review was for my first purchase of this hair, the company USED to be honest and very friendly and helpful. I don’t know why but the first ones I bought they sent me nice thick extensions like they advertise so I felt safe in purchasing more, Big mistake! They sent me horrible hair, very brittle and thin, did not seem like cuticle remy, due to extreme tangles despite my using sulfate free shampoo, morrocainoil conditioners and oil on them. I wrote the company and they said they would replace them, they took several weeks to do so and I received super thin extensions! It would take 10 packs of hair like this to even be able to blend it. The hair seems nicer than the original but so thin it’s unusable. I was just getting ready to order longer extensions from them too but not now. I guess I need to find a new place to buy from. They were a great company but something is different now so be careful purchasing.

I first want to say the customer service of this company is top notch! They answered all my silly questions and made things right when there was a mess up with my order. The hair quality is very high, the cuticle seems to be in the same direction so the hair doesn't matte or tangle up easily. I ordered color #60 and it is a bit warmer than I was expecting so I toned them using Redken Shades EQ in colors 9p 9v and crystal clear. Processed them for about 5-8 mins and they are the perfect "frozen" platinum blonde. I could not be happier! I have already told all my friends about this company!


As most of us are in quarantine and not currently getting regular hair maintenance, having weird hair right now is just normal. I am growing out a pixie cut, not by choice, but by mandate of the State of Michigan. I have experienced a number of difficult hair transitions during this stay home, stay safe period, all of which I hope to never experience again. Currently, my hair is just too short to tuck behind my ear, so it is constantly falling in my face, but thankfully, I am past the super trendy mullet stage.

When I had my pixie cut for seven years I washed my hair and dried it with a towel and went on with my life. No comb, no brush, no anything. It was really nice. Now that I actually have hair that tangles and needs attention I require tools. I have a brush with tight bristles that I like, but it pulls. I use leave in conditioner gel that seems to help, but I still pull a lot of hair. I have a very inexpensive comb that does absolutely nothing and I should probably just recycle it.

This specific comb and brush set is definitely not the fanciest around. The comb has some heft to it and it does a good job getting my part straight. The brush is very stiff compared to my other brush, but it does not pull all my hair out when it hits a tangle. I also like that this brush doesn't mash my hair down. I have thinner hair and this brush doesn't make me look like I have thin hair.

I don't use any styling products or tools, so I am not hard on my brush. I think this brush will hold up just fine in my hands, but I think if I person were using it with lots of accessories and products it might be a placeholder for a more expensive brush.


My wife ordered this kit so that we could use them on each other. Mostly so she could use them on my. She like to help me with my black head problem. Most of mine are on my nose and cheek areas. Previous to this kit she would use her finger nails and a large needle. We started doing some research and realized that not only where her finger nails not very effective they were damaging skin all around the black head.

The tools arrive and she can not wait to give them a try. The are very effective at getting out black head that she would not have been able to do other wise. In one sitting she was able to clean out more black heads then she would normally have been able to do in 3 or more. The tools are strong and sturdy. They do not bend and are easy to grip. The only draw back to this kit is the fact that no instruction are included. The solution for this is that my wife watched many youTube videos. The showed her how to use the different tools on different areas of the face. They also mentioned several point on the need to sanitize the tools before and after use. And gave tips on how to do it.

I would recommend this kit to others. It worked very well and i expect it will last.

I received a discount on this item or for free in exchange for a thorough and honest review. No additional compensation was provided based on the contents of the review. Regardless I only recommend products I or my family have used personally and and consider to be good. My opinions are my own and my comments are based on my experiences with this product.


I've been dying my hair for almost 10 years and have done plenty of damage from the harsh chemicals and styling that I've put it through. It was starting to look really bad, lots of split ends and the hair itself was dull, frizzy, and lifeless. I started using argan oil masks to repair some of the damage I've done but the one I was using was more expensive then what I could afford to use regularly and was way too perfume-y for my taste. I have been trying Opulent's shampoo and conditioner lately and noticed how much better my hair was starting to look within the first week. That prompted me to look up their hair mask hoping that I could find it at a reasonable price. For this 8 ounce jar I'm paying less than half than I was with my previous product. This scent is so much better too. I use mine about once every two weeks to keep it looking healthy and strong. After shampooing I towel dry my hair and apply this throughout the body of my hair. I tend to apply much less to my roots because my hair gets greasy easily. After washing my body and shaving I rent the mask for my hair and holy cow! the difference can be felt right away. My hair is smooth and the brush slides right through it, I'm so impressed! I think I will be a lifelong customer of the Opulent line. The prices can't be beat and the results are to die for. I'm so excited to have found them!

I did receive my argan repair mask free red promotional price for testing and evaluation purposes. I was not paid for my review and without the only to provide whatever feedback on a have regarding the product, whether it be positive or negative. My review is solely based on my experience an honest opinions of this hair mask.


Are you sometimes grumpy or blue when you get out of bed? Well, now that I have a good brush and a good soap, every morning holds the promise of a nice shave. I feel sorry for the ladies, I don't think shaving your legs once a week gives you the same comfort. Forget penis envy :).....Will the brush last for years? Only time will tell, but given that even mass produced ones can last for years, I'm guessing this one could be something you can put in your will. I've only had it for a few months, but after losing maybe two hairs at the very beginning, no more shedding. Drop it into your basin of hot water and let the handle warm up in seconds. Then hit the soap and inside of 15 seconds you have yourself a beautiful foam. When you're done, squeeze the extra left-over lather back into your soap cup (from the brush, you dummy), if you're using the good stuff, that will save you some money. You can read elsewhere about just how much water to leave on the brush before creating your lather. Combine this with a good shaving soap (yes Virginia, $20 for one cake, but that cake will last ya. I'm using Mitchell's Wool Fat Shaving Soap and I love it; I'm guessing this cake will last me 8 months to a year and I shave daily.

When you're done shaving, two or three swings and most of the water zips right off of the brush and it's back to its bushy self. I'd rather be on a desert island alone with this little guy than a lot of people I know. Remember to hang it brush side down... of course.


I purchased the light brown.  I color my hair with warm tones and highlights, and it worked for me.  It is a bit on the warmer side as others have noted.  As with the other items I've gotten from this brand, the colors are very consistent and work for me.  I use this to create fullness with my existing thinning bangs.  It takes a bit of time and practice to learn how to style it and hide the full clip end in my bangs without it looking obvious (it's much fuller than my actual hair...especially comparing the small clip area to my normal scalp). I've also learned to blow dry it out to create a small amount of volume at the clip instead of it lying completely flat.  If I part my hair appropriately and place the bangs a bit further back than you might expect, it looks really natural.  I did cut the side pieces to be the same length as the bangs for a bit more width. I have added slight highlights to my pieces from this seller, and that has helped me match my own hair even better.  Next I will be adding slightly darker roots to the pieces...more like lowlights, so that as my color grows out, it won't be so obvious that the lighter roots of the piece stick out.  All in all, totally worth the money for me.  My thin bangs are only getting thinner as I age, and this makes me feel more confident and less self-conscious.  I will buy these again.  For the price, getting a new one a couple times of year is totally worth it for me.  I do wish it had two clips instead of one.  It stays firmly attached without issue, but while styling, it often shifts a bit, like a pendulum because it only clips on a single point.  It is a minor issue, but one I would definitely pay extra for.


Been using Anti-Aging Serum (plus a Vitamin C Serum)
since June 18, 2016.

BENEFITS:
Softens and hydrates skin.
Face STAYS hydrated, skin feels thicker, plumped.
Skin looks healthier, feels more moist.
Neck and chest are younger looking and stay hydrated.

WRINKLES:
Not a bit of change, too much damage already, I suppose.
But I'm hoping to halt some future damage?
UPDATE: 11/6/2017
Neck and chest definitely even Less wrinkled after continued use! It takes time! Nice!
Be patient!

UNEXPECTED:
Eyelashes are getting a bit longer and not falling out!
Brows are filling in. Who knew?!

AND: My lips are not cracking and peeling from dryness, yay!
After the two serums I apply Badger Vanilla Coconut lip balm.

MY FACE ROUTINE:
Drink lots of water 🤓
Morning and Night ...
Wash/exfoliate with warm water leaving skin barely moist.
(Only exfoliate at night)
Apply Vitamin C Serum to face, neck, chest, eyelids and brows.
Repeat with Anti-Aging Retinol Serum.
Fan dry
Apply Allafia Everyday Shea-Butter BODY lotion. (Great for my thin, fair skin)
Surprise, No sticky residue, feels wonderful.

I have also applied to hands and elbows with GREAT results.

I will continue this routine.
However, I may try a prescription Retin A to attack the wrinkles.
Might try Latisse for lashes and brows. 😎
I may have Doc check my Vitamin A levels; maybe I'm deficient.

So, while this product hasn't erased a single wrinkle, it has significantly changed my skin for the better. I suggest you try it for hydration benefits if nothing else.
I officially love C and Retinol Serums.
I'm Sorry I waited until Medicare started, 🙄.


The softness of the hair was okay it was too soft for me to actually grip and attach it to my natural hair so I did not like that the quality of the hair was to me like doll hair like doll baby hair but yeah it was a pretty color it was able to be manageable and be put in my hair but like I said I didn't like the fact that it will kept slipping from my natural hair that was a little bit of an inconvenience the color was very pretty I found the blind color towards the end was very very dry so I had to add a deep conditioner to the hair which actually made it a little bit softer and more manageable and took a little bit of that free softness off of it if that makes any type of sense I've been braiding hair since I was 12 so braiding using textured braiding hair is a must for someone that has textured hair I later took the hair out because I found that it was too itchy and it was very drying to my hair even with a deep conditioning and soaking the hair and vinegar Hot Water Rinse and soaking it and a deep conditioner to prevent it from drying my hair out but you take that gamble with any type of braiding hair braiding hair is naturally dry so it's going to dry your hair out anyway so you have to keep putting Moisturizer in your hair but overall the hair it was okay I don't think I would be Bryant buying it again I'm just going to stick with what I've been getting which is the Spectrum brand braiding hair


I have seen a ton of social media posts about these poly gel kits and figured I would give it a try. I am not a professional at all and can barely paint my own nails. I watched a couple of YouTube videos before giving this a try and I didn't do terrible! Here are some pointers for those of you that are trying this out for the first time.
1) you need to have a uv/led curing light. You start with the clear base and cure it before applying the gel. Apply the gel and cure, then apply the top coat and cure.
2) thick but not too thick!- If you make it too thin, the tips will just bend and break off. You need to make sure that you are putting it on about the consistency of the plastic nail that you use to apply the gel.
3) Don't forget to fix the bottom of the nail tip before you cure. If you don't do this you will have a giant glob of hardened get that you will need to file down.
4) If you don't want an ombre effect, you will need to make sure that the thickness is consistent from the top to the bottom of the nail.
5) Have a few disposable nail files. The giant one that comes with the kit isn't my favorite because it is quite bulky. I used a few coarse nail files to really get the shape that I wanted.

The kit itself is nicely put together, I just wish there were directions with it. You will need to have a lamp, nail file, cuticle cutter, and nail trimmers to accomplish your finished nails which is why I gave 4 stars instead of 5.


An interesting delivery system for eyeshadow. They look like giant pill capsules, or midget lipstick shapes.  Twelve different colors, shades complete this set, each delivering a rich, luxurious shimmering sheen. Each eyeshadow appears to be composed of quality materials/ingredients. The sizes allow them to be easily kept in a handbag or small clutch. In fact, that is the main feature of this product, the size.
In my opinion, these make great liners or to add accent. As a eyeshadow stick/pencil, these serve very well. Thanks to the variety of colors, in popular shades, they should be applicable to most users.
When I saw these, I felt they would be an excellent addition to a gift, swag bag (guest bag or gifts for bridal party). They are visually attractive, with a quality eyeshadow within,
Attached are photos to show real world images of the twelve pieces, with a ruler for size reference.
The significant other saw these and loved the mini format. She examined the colors and said all of them are nice, worthwhile. She dabbed a sample on her arm and used a finger to spread it. She said the consistency and shimmer are excellent.  At the current price of $13, she felt it was a good deal: "Not bad, just a bit over a dollar each. it's well worth it."  So, clearly, she like the form factor and the quality of the makeup (which I think is the priority).
Based on the initial impressions, the apparent quality of the eye shadow makeup, the cuteness factor and the good value, this product earns a solid 4.5 star rating, with a high level recommendation.


[[VIDEOID:d1630bd31368ccda2fe184c165d14852]] I have somewhat fair-toned skin and need to really protect it due to the use of retinols and various skin care acids that make it more susceptible to burning and photoaging. Unfortunately, my skin is also very breakout-prone, especially with masks, such that products that didn't break me out before do now.

This product is a wonderful. It's a small size like most Asian sunscreens, however all you need to do is draw one line of it down your index finger and that's enough to cover your whole face and the tops of your ears. You shake it up, and it's very liquidy, but it's very spreadable.

If you're familiar with MAC Strobe Cream, this leaves a bit of a radiance, which might be a parent on very dark skin tones, but it adds a nice illuminance and counteracts sallow tones found in lighter skins. It doesn't add high shine, just a bit which is totally manageable whether or not you add makeup on top. In fact, my skin can look quite matte after I'm done with my makeup, just a bit dewy if I leave it untouched.

I'm so happy to report there are no breakout issues with this. I have even falling asleep in this without washing my face first, and woke up without breakout issues. Love love love it. If you have drier skin, try the formula in the tube. I didn't find this drying, but the tube version is definitely heavier in texture and a bit more moisturizing.


I 95% love this dryer!  Okay, in truth I would like to give it 4.5 stars, but that's not an option.  I have been shopping for several months for a new hair dryer since my old one, a Fibere by Conair Professional, has started to screech so it's only a matter of time before it completely dies.  I was looking for something else because the Fibere (2nd that I've owned) only lasts about a year.  The best feature on my old dryer was it had a 10' long power cord.  I also like the buttons to be on the side of the handle instead of the front, which appears to be a non-standard feature.  I've bought several, including an infrared model that actually took almost 10 minutes longer to dry my fine, straight, shoulder-length hair.  This model dries my hair faster than my Conair model and noticeably leaves my hair softer, more manageable and with less frizziness.  I admit that I'm impatient and hate to spend a lot of time on my hair so I tend to dry it on the highest setting just so I can get out the door.  The only downside to this dryer is the length of the cord.  I'm sure most people would find it acceptable, but I wish it was a tad longer.  This cord measures 5.5 feet.  Literally.  I just measured it with a tape measure.  (It drives me crazy when someone asks this question and the answer posted will be "I think" or "it's about.")


My hair had gotten frizzy over the summer. I didn't realize that my bike helmet was damaging my hair. I'm constantly trying different shampoos, but honestly, the stuff at the salon seems grotesquely expensive, and I hate the scent of most of the products.

This stuff is basically unscented. It's not without an odor but it isn't perfumed. And the smell goes away quickly. I wanted to try out the variety of products, so I got the set.

The "0" stuff seems like water to me. The full-sized version is now sold in a spray bottle. Applying through the little applicator bottle is a big mess. But I did it.

After 10 min., I added the #3 stuff and put on a shower cap for about 20 min. while I used my exercise bike. Then I showered, using the #4 shampoo and #5 conditioner. THE SHAMPOO IS AMAZINGLY CONCENTRATED! After using it, I wasn't deterred by the high price. Two teaspoons was more than enough for my medium-thick shoulder-length hair. Liked the conditioner, too.

I followed the whole regimen and used the "mask" after towel drying my hair. Rinsed. It was great. Not exactly magical, but my damaged hair felt smoother. (Note: It would be easy to use too much of the conditioner and other treatments, including the leave-in stuff.)

I watched some of the videos about the product line and decided to buy almost the entire line. I bought the #4 shampoo as well as the #4C, the oil, a couple of things called "serum" which may or may not be magical in the winter. I bought a silky-cap to protect my hair from my bike helmet, and, per various articles I found online, I'll put on a generous amount of one of the leave-in conditioners before biking.

Hope this helps!


I really struggled with this nail stamper at first. It did not work out of the box for me like it did for other reviewers. This is essentially what worked for me.

1.  I washed  the stamper head with dish soap. After it dried, I did a very light swipe of rubbing alcohol. This will be the only time I ever treat it with anything but soap and water (in order to protect the ability to see through the stamper).
2.  The stamper head is very squishy. This makes it a dream for transferring images onto your nails (it can get down in the nooks and crannies). But a squishy stamper head can make picking up the image from the stamper plate tricky. The best thing you can do is to work fast. Scrape the plate lightly with your scraper at a 45 degree angle with one hand and have the stamper ready with the other hand to immediately pick up the image, pressing straight down and not to hard.
3. Once the image is transferred, you have a little time to line it up but you will still need to work quickly. The image should be transferred to your nail within 5 seconds for the best chance at a succesful transfer.

4 stars from me since I was able to figure it out and get it to work pretty nicely. And the price is very low. However, getting to that point was quite frustrating. I would have appreciated some instructions and trouble shooting tips to come with the stamper. Hopefully my review will help anyone who buys this.


Update 05Oct2020:
I used the lavender bath bombs last night and remembered to take pictures of the water this time. The lavender bomb really did make my water a very pretty purple. When I used the eucalyptus bath bomb, it really did my water a really pretty blue green color. My tub didn’t stain, nor did my bath billow. And since I got rid of the horrendous item that I kept having to mess with that caused me to make the pillow keep sliding, the pillow stayed put this time. I HIGHLY recommend this product!

I received this two days ago, 19 September 2020, and I put it to use yesterday 20 Sept 2020. I’m really happy with this purchase. My initial impression was very positive. It really did look like it came straight out of a spa. It was squishy and felt comfortable. The bathbombs were a great touch. And it came with a very large mesh bag so that you can wash in there and not ruin it (I think, that’s what that is for). When I used it yesterday, it really did feel comfortable and there were no pressure pains. It did slide a bit down, but was easy to slide back up into position (I think it was also sliding because I kept having to adjust another item not from this purchase). The bathbomb that I used yesterday was the eucalyptus one. The fragrance in the box was nice, once I opened it, the fragrance was more subtle. It turned my bath water blue! It looked really nice but then I was thinking it was going to stain my tub blue. After I drained my tub there were no stains (phew!). The actual bath pillow was very easy to rinse off and hang up to dry. It was overall a very pleasant experience. The way this came, would make a great gift for someone. I know I would LOVE to have received this as a gift.


The scraper is plastic so you don't have to worry about it scraping up your plates. I've seen people using just old credit cards to do scraping but because it's free why not use it, plus it fits in your hand easily so it's easier to grip, which is great if you have small hands like me.

The stamper itself,  is made up of two parts. The squishy thing to actually transfer the stamp to your nail, and the tube thing that holds it. They do come apart so it's easier to clean (or whatever).

And now for some things I wish I knew sooner:
1. You do not have to press as hard as possible when scraping the plate. Just as long as you move the excess polish out of the way you're good.
2. Newer polishes work best. I know there are specifically polishes for stamping but I don't have those. I have tried to stamp with several different polishes and I've found that newer polishes are easier to pick up with the stamper because they are more liquid like.
3. Move quickly-ish, no you don't have to race to get the polish on your nail but remember that it's a very small, thin amount of polish that dries very quickly, so don't wait a millennium.
4. Roll the stamper over the plate. Start with one side and roll to the other, I've found that this works best as opposed to just straight down on the plate.
5. Remember to use the clearness of the thingy, it's easy to forget that it is clear so remember it is the diffrence between a straight design and crooked design.


I've always been intrigued on how these brush style straighteners work. I finally got the opportunity to try one myself. It came really well packaged, and the instruction manual was very easy to follow. I took it out of the plastic wrap and plugged it in. Usually, I set my heated hair tools to a higher temperature because my hair can be stubborn. I plugged it in and turned up the temperature as high as it would go. A screen appears on the handle telling the temperature. I let the brush heat up and I noticed the lights in my bathroom flickering, so I'm not sure if this uses a lot of power or what- but that was kind of odd. I proceeded and loosely brushed my hair with a regular brush. Next, I put the straightener up to my head and began straightening. The brush did work, but it took an awfully long time to do my entire head and I don't have curly hair or anything like that. I feel like my regular straightener would have had that job done in less than half of that time. It kept tangling in my hair too and pulled quite a bit of hair out. It did straighten and tame my hair in the end. It was really hard to figure out how I was going to rate this. I think it's more of a 3.5 than a 4, but I don't totally hate it. And I would use it regularly if I didn't already have a straighter. What it boils down to: It would not be my first option and it takes a longer time, but it does work.

Disclaimer: I received this product for free in exchange for my honest and unbiased review.


Update:  I ordered a couple of months ago and love the set of 6 I got.  Then I ordered again thinking I'd get at least slightly different ones.  Nope!  I got the exact same shades again.  And I mean EXACTLY the same shades as last time.  So no, I wouldn't call it "random" by any stretch of the imagination and no, I'd not order this set of polish again.  I like it but not enough to get a third set of the exact same polish again.

The set I received had 3 bottles that were various shades of pink (#419, #279,#339), a light green (Prince Char-mint #754), Scarlet red (#429), and Head Bang  (#199).  Out of the 6, I can honestly say that I love the scarlet red, the light green and the wonderful chocolate color of Head Bang.  I didn't get the top coat I requested and was hoping for but I'm okay with that because if I only really liked 2 of the colors I'd have already gotten my moneys worth.

 When you order this you have to keep in mind, you may not like the colors you get because you are letting someone else pick what you end up with.  I am a darker skinned person but I love wearing all colors, no matter the shade, and you kind of have to have that mindset before ordering this.  At the same time, keep in mind the cost of one bottle of this polish.  It's totally worth it to me if all I have to buy separately is the topcoat.  Honestly, if I knew I could get a whole different set of colors, I'd order another random set even if I only get 2 or 3 that I totally love.  It's worth it.


I am a frequent traveler and use a power flosser due to periodontal issues.  This professional cordless model fits my needs nicely.  When I opened the box and instructions it said the unit needed charging 3 to 5 hours prior to use.  The unit has a USB cord, but does not come with the 5v charger.  Instead it suggests you use your phone charger.  I checked my iPhone charger, and sure enough it was 5 volt!  I used it, and in about 3 hours the unit was fully charged.
The unit comes with a travel bag for storage, and a plastic case to store the flosser tips neatly.  It fills easily from a filling port on the rear base of the unit.  I filled it with 2/3 water, and 1/3 mouthwash as I do the unit I use at home.  The flosser tip was easily inserted into the top of the unit.  It has 5 power levels and a clearly marked on/off switch.
I tried each level and preferred the most powerful level, which seemed to best simulate my home model experience.  For a portable unit, it did an amazingly good job!  I was impressed with the power.  The clean up was also easy after the water reservoir emptied.  The reservoir is detachable which greatly aided cleaning.  It also has a 24-month warranty, which is impressive for a travel unit.
I highly recommend this unit if you travel frequently as I do.  The tips are interchangeable with the countertop H2o flosser model which I also have which is helpful.


I bought this item because I wanted to make at home sheet face masks.. the ready made store brands are quite expensive and I thought this would be a cost effective way to do it myself!
Honestly, the sheets are nothing like the ready made sheet masks. It has very little, if any stretch so it doesn’t cover the entire face.  The holes for the eyes, nose, and mouth are not great either - again because it doesn’t stretch, my lips were pursed the entire time
It is extremely thin. It is not thick at all. It wasn’t even able to retain the toner and serum. As soon as I prepared the sheet to apply it on my face, it wouldn’t stop dripping down my neck. Even after a few tries, it just wouldn’t hold any oils/serums/or creams. Unfortunately, it just didn’t work out.
However, the wash cloths were decent. They were quite durable and I use them to wipe off makeup/soap after I wash my face. Again, it’s not thick at all. It’s very very thin, so I have to use 2-3 cloths each time. The fact that they’re dry and wrapped in tiny packaging makes it super convenient. I always carry a few in my purse and spill some water on them to use on my hands, face, or just any surface.
The price is low and great, which is why I purchased it... but not worth the money since I couldn’t use it for what I intended.
The additional items that came with it were nothing of importance. The headband works quite well, but I would t expect it to last long.


Worked great for freshies. Took a little longer to absorb fragrance. Yes they smell when you get them. But you have to air them out a week or so. I used large baking tins and put parchment paper in bottom. I spread them out as much as possible so they would air out quicker. I started with one tin & ended up with 3. I mixed them around each day to air them out quicker. I think people don't take this step into consideration & don't realize it will have to be done. Freshies aren't a quick item to make. If you are going to make a lot. You need to take that step into consideration and always have a new batch airing out as you are soaking aroma beads. If not. You will be disappointed when you are done making your batches of Freshies & need to order more beads & will have to wait a week before you can soak them. Get a routine going. Understand that aroma beads come to you smelling funny. But the DO air out if you take the right steps & have patience. These worked fine for my Freshies. I was just making them for family but now I have requests. I will also add that you need to take into consideration that instructions online are suggestions. You will have to do several test runs to figure out your best oven temp & time to get the perfect freshie. Watch them closely. Use tips for release spray etc. Unless you are absolutely positive you know what you are doing. Keep in mind your first several batches if not first order of beads may be your test products. So go ahead & order extra or be patient. I've done all kinds of crafts etc. Freshies are not a fast product. They weren't that easy to perfect either. I'm still learning. Buy quality everything & research & join grouos. Then you won't be disappointed.


This is an excellent dupe of Escentric Molecules' "Molecule 02", however, I believe that it is even stronger than the original - it must have a higher concentration of ambroxan in it. On me, this lasted 24 hours - I could still smell it when I went to shower the next day. It wasn't as strong as when I applied it, but it wasn't faint, either. Considering the price difference ($114.50 for EM's M02, and $24.90 for this product), the fact that both products are solely alcohol and ambroxan - no other notes, and the superior strength of the Tribute8 version, I highly recommend going with this product. Why pay $100 more for a single aroma compound?
The shipping does take a while, as it is coming from Slovenia; I ordered it on November 18th, and it arrived on December 14th, so it took a little under a month to arrive. Still, given the price, it's worth it.
A note re: anosmia - many people are anosmic to ambroxan. Anosmia means that the molecule is too large for your senses to process. Many people are also anosmic to various synthetic musk compounds. This is why you will often see reviews of musk oils or perfumes where angry people are complaining that it doesn't smell like anything, while others say that it smells very strong. Just the luck of the genetic draw, unfortunately.


5/5 Communication with Seller
5/5 Customer Service
5/5 Hair Quality

I originally had an issue with my initial purchase. However, Amy reached out to me and helped me  fix my issue and also made sure that I had a good experience with the hair extensions. If you have any questions regarding the hair extensions or if you are experiencing any issues with your hair extensions, I highly suggest reaching out to Amy and she responds back really fast and will check in with you to make sure that you are happy with your order.

I dyed my hair platinum silver and gray and with my dark roots growing out I wanted to add more extensions to it so that my hair can be fuller and longer. These extensions are perfect. The hair color is really nice and is really soft. I will include pictures for preference. The clips that come with the hair extensions do not hurt. I’ve worn them for all day already—so probably more than 12 hours at a time, it does not hurt, it does not tug your hair, it does clip on pretty snug so it will not fall off.  The extensions are also really easy to curl as well even though it’s so soft. I don’t like to use a lot of high heat on my hair extensions. Even with the low level of heat, my hair extensions were still able to get curled really nicely like waves. If you take care of your hair extensions they will maintain the softness and the shining. After I washed the hair and let it air dry, it continued to be soft and shiny.

No complaints whatsoever. However, I will be dying my hair darker soon so the only thing that sucks is that I won’t be able to enjoy these hair extensions for that long. Maybe I might decide to dye them to see how they hold up!


I ordered this 3-pack of Salux towels for the shower to help with rough bumpy skin on the backs of my legs, and to have an easy way to scrub my back.

They take some getting used to, partially because they're so long and don't immediately lather like sponges do. I prefer to keep it folded, wet it, add some soap or shower gel, and rub/scrunch it together until a lather forms. I used it folded on my body, and then unfold it to full length to use on my back (like the picture shows). You have to keep it out of the stream of water, or else the soap will wash right out of it.

They were definitely much more harsh than I expected - I can only use them very gently, and can't use them at all on especially thin areas of skin like my shins, the tops of my feet, or my chest. I'd absolutely never use them on my face or neck.

After the first use, I noticed an immediate improvement to my bumpy skin. But after I began to scrub with them daily, I felt like it actually exacerbated the problem. Plus, it was just another item to keep in the bathroom and worry about washing every week. As a side note, I wish they made these in white or grey instead of the bright colors - I feel like they'd match so many more peoples' bathroom decor and I wouldn't feel as bad about leaving one lying around the bathroom.

Now, I just use a Salux once per week as an exfoliating treatment - they're definitely too strong to be an everyday thing for me, but it does the job and helps with my bumps overall.


I have dark black hair, I always wanted purple hair, I tried another kit from Sally's beauty supply store the professional there set me up with 30 developer with bleach to mix up in a bowl then picked out a purple color for me, it was a terrible experience the bleach made my hair what I like to call an orangutan orange, I never turned to a golden blonde like she said the purple she had me apply after the bleach process, the purple turned my hair orangish pink, the bleach took an hour to develop, I bought Splat the bleach is excellent I combed through it to make sure it was even but for some reason my front started turning quicker than the back, I had darker ends which is okay I put the color after shampooing the bleach and drying my hair, I came out with a dark pink and read the most helpful hints on here, I didnt like the pink so I went and add the color lavander again and I will keep it on for several hours and follow what you did with leaving it on longer, using a shower cap or for me a grocery bag and check it later to see what I come out with.. Thx to all you for your suggestions and tips and btw I washed my tub the day before and thought omg its going to stain what I just took time to clean the day before it rinsed out didnt leave any stain on my fixtures or tub... oh if you get it on your hand or skin try some liquid dish soap and baking powder it will get the stain off your skin or alcohol works well too..


I bought this Best Under Eye Cream for Wrinkles, Dark Circles and Puffiness with Hyaluronic Acid, Vitamin C, MSM, Glycolic Acid, Green Tea, Rosehip Oil and Coenzyme Q10 for the puffiness under my eyes. I don't have very dark circles but I do have them a little bit. I haven't noticed any change in the appearance of those dark spots but I have noticed that my puffiness and fine lines have been responding well to this cream. I can feel my eyes tightening up as the cream dries. I have noticed my skin feels more hydrated and looks and feels more firm! It's very easy to use and doesn't have a bad smell!! All I do is getting a very small amount on the tip of my middle finger then very gently tap it into the skin all around that area until it's absorbed. It takes a good few minutes but I try to be very gentle so I don't make that area look worse!! I use it in the morning as part of my moisturizing routine and then at night in my bedtime routine. This is a very great product! I do have one purple blood vein that runs down from my right eye that has recently popped up and this cream seems to be helping to make that less visible to me!! I love that!! Luckily, I found this product in time to hopefully keep that at bay! I am very happy with this product and will definitely continue to use it to see what other benefits I notice!!


I purchased this item as, despite the cleaning and scrubbing, I occasionally get blemishes.  Surprise right? While poking and prodding squeezing my face until bruised at times, I knew there had to be a better way.  I did a little bit of reading and found that many professionals use tools such as this to keep the blemishes under control and "extract" the blemishes.  I decided that I would give it a try and purchase this kit to see how well these tools work. It came in the mail yesterday and so far, I am impressed.  It was nicely packaged in a cellophane bag and the nice case which contains all of the tools.  After trying to familiarize myself with the tools, I went to work. The tools work well, but I do wish that they had come with instructions.  Some of them are self explanatory, but it would be nice to know what tool works best fro which application.  Immediately after "working" I did notice that the area was a bit red, but this dissipated leaving no bruising and a cleaner complexion.  So in practice, I like this kit, but do wish that it came with instructions.  I can see uses for this set beyond blemish extraction, but those uses are beyond the scope of this review.<br />In full disclosure, I did receive this product at a discount in exchange for an honest review.  I take this process seriously and only chose to review those items for which my family or I have a real use.  I hope you have found this review helpful, as I aim to guide others in wisely spending their hard earned money.


Pros:

- Great looking design. Feels great in your hand and you can really notice Philips used high quality materials to make this (not cheap plastic).

- Jet cleaning system won't take a lot of space in your bathroom

- Relatively silent

- Captures the majority of the facial air from the shave leaving the sink spot clean

Cons:

- Didn't feel any difference in terms of shave quality from previous low end models that I owned in the past (like the 8200 series). At this price point I was expecting more

- The Jet Cleaning System is a joke - very poor engineering: The instructions manual repetitively warns you to not leave your razor in the cleaning system after the cleaning cycle is complete because it will kill the battery of your razor. Problem is that the cycle takes 2 hours and they advise you to use it after every shave. So, you have to wait for 2 hours and then unplug the jet cleaning system from the power plug, or it will mess up your razor. This makes no sense to me, I just want to be able to plug it in the system and leave my apartment while it does the cleaning - but with this one you can't do this

- Philips 45 day (not 60 as advertised here) money back guarantee is painful. You can only return after 3 weeks of use (but before 45 days) and you need to pay out of your own pocket, mail postage and insurance. But before that you need to call Philips customer service, wait on the phone for 30 minutes and they'll send you by mail a return form. If you decide to return it, I suggest you count on the return policy of the retailer you buy from

All in all, I was expecting more from a Philips high end product.


I live in the South, so it can get pretty hot down here. I also have some skin problems (mild to moderate acne, redness, dry flakes), so I like to wear base makeup whenever I go out. I bought this because I was hoping that combined with a primer and fixing spray, the skin prep pro would help my makeup stay put and not get swept away by the flood of sweat that comes crashing in every summer. The primer and fixing spray I use work well for me (or at least are the best I've tried so far) and sweat is still an issue for me. When this came in, I had high hopes, but unfortunately this is not a miracle product. It did make my face feel tight, so I applied a small amount of moisturizer over it after letting it set but before applying my makeup. I'm a college student, so I walk to class all the time, and after a few classes I could tell that my face was fading and melting as usual. It wasn't a pretty sight. So the next day, to see if it was due to the moisturizer, I just applied the skin prep pro before my makeup. Sadly, I got the same results. I break it out every now and again to see if it's a certain product that it won't work with, but after going through all of my routine taking one product out at a time, I've determined that this just doesn't work for me. I gave this two stars because while it didn't do what I wanted it to, it also didn't make any of my skin problems worse. I also want to give it the benefit of the doubt in case it is helping, just not significantly enough.


This is my first foray into the use of beard oil. Over recent months, as I grew my goatee longer, I started noticing some flakiness on my chin (always clean and well groomed), and that my beard hairs were becoming drier and stiff. It seems time is against me, as the gray hairs in my beard are noticeably stiffer and scratchier. After reading reviews of several products, I chose the Fragrance Free Beardsmen Beard Oil. I didn't want any scent that would compete with anything else I chose to wear. I specifically chose Beardsmen after comparing ingredients with other brands. Formulations were similar, all using several types of natural oils to create a moisturizing product. Two things convinced me to try Beardsmen. First, the quantity. For less money than some other products, Beardsmen offers a much larger quantity of oil than pretty much anyone, so they definitely win the "bang for the buck" award. Second, Beardsmen is the only one that has a flow controlling dispenser, so you don't have to mess with ridiculous eye droppers and such. Oh... and the product itself? I LOVE it. No more flaky chin skin, and my beard is soft and smooth. This is obviously a plus as far as my wife is concerned. There is only the very slightest hint of a light "oil" smell when you first put it on, which is not strong enough be more than barely noticeable for a second or two, and definitely would never be noticed by others. After using this for about a month, and giving a small quantity to a friend to try, I still have most of the bottle full. This stuff will last forever, and when you finally do run out, you'll likely panic and jump on Amazon to get another bottle. I know I will


Great product for my beauty. I like this my new facial brush massager.This is Styles II Facial Brush, Massager & Cleanser - Safe Deep Cleaning For Greatest Skin Ever - For Normal to Sensitive Skin - Convenient Size For Travel - Waterproof. I got this with a good packaging and read the instructions provided. Very friend and easy to used but i have to charge before I used it. This facial massager works pretty much in my sensitive skin. Why I buy this facial massager for my sensitive skin and this is the one i am looking for, and the package is great because it is water resistants. This product is amazing, and the it is also removing all occurrences of skin pollutants, the soot, dirt and the everyday wear-and-tear.I really like it works well for me.It is nice for this  ss the perfect natural kiss of rejuvenation. Cleans so well, removes my facial skin dirt, and it is also Offers 360-degree facial treatment - sides for nose, chin and more. One side for cleansing and the other for massaging. Why I like it because it is waterproof silicone design guarantees safe use. And I can bring this anywhere I go so it is a great product because it is  Portable size and design so that I can take my  facial care along wherever I go. This product includes,One 3 in 1 Facial Cleansing Brush, Massager and Cleanser,One USB Charging Cord,User Manual. For my rates and reviews is based on my  product test, which is overwhelming for a product like this that makes my beauty stay healthy and beautiful. And I can feel  the changes and glowing of my skin .I bought this for  a good price discounted price in return in my unbiased and honest reviews.


Ok so I am a natural blond that has dyed my hair red/purple/magenta over the past 4 years.  I recently did a box color of magenta on my hair, and it just turned all my hair dark.  I could not see the color! I researched online and came upon this.  I was really hesitant because I had JUST FINISHED DYING it--doesn't too much processing break hair?  But the reviews convinced me.

I ordered it, and the first night I mixed up just a bit--enough to barely coat my hair just in case it messed me up.  I washed it off after 20 minutes and WOW--it lightened my hair to a light strawberry blond!!!  I was impressed!!  The instructions say to repeat if I wanted more fading.  The next night I dumped a bunch in my cup and applied it to my hair.  I mean my hair was dripping.  And there was STILL some left in the bottles!!!!  I waited 20  minutes and washed it out.  It might have gotten a little more even (since I didn't put as much on the first night), but it didn't get totally blond.

Keep in mind all of the reds/purples I had tried were permanent dye, so they were inside the hair, not just on the outside.  For this to lighten as much as it did was a shock (and I am very happy).  I am now a very light strawberry blond, and my hair was NOT wrecked.  It was absolutely fine!  I plan to try adding semi permanent blue to it and see if I can make a purple over the leftover red.

Yeah this stunk like rotten eggs.  But I'll deal with the smell for 20 minutes for these results!!!


[[VIDEOID:3bc31f17ae759ed8e5485236137711b0]] The number of brushes you get with the set is just fantastic. I do my own nails at home (and I love to do my daughter's).  I wanted this set because I knew it came with the pieces that could be used for stones and jewelry application. In looking at the manufacturing quality of the bag everything comes in, it is just a small vinyl plastic bag that is nothing very fancy. But the stitching on it was well-done and the two buttons used to hold it closed worked very nicely. I particularly like that it had a plastic cover go over the tops of the brushes to protect them.

My only issue was that the tops of the brush heads were not attached to the rest of the brush very well. Without very much pressure, I pulled on the tops of the brushes and they detached from the rest of the brush very easily. I thought maybe this was perhaps just the one brush that I chose, so I picked another one randomly to do the same test. It too came apart very easily. I believe if the manufacturer could add a stronger adhesive to prevent them coming apart, that would definitely help with quality.

Overall I feel it's a very nicely made set with many options. When my daughter and I tried out the brushes, we found that they tell very good in the hand and performed nicely. They were also relatively easy to clean and after drying kept their shape. We also tried the accessory attaching pieces. It was super nice to have different options of sizes as we had to go through a couple until we found one that would work with the size of this jewels we wanted to add to the nails.

I'm very happy with the set and will probably be using some hot glue or superglue to reattach the paintbrush heads that came off when I pulled them.
I receive this product at a discount in exchange for my honest and unbiased review.


This is a huge bottle. We had read the description stating that it's 36.4 ounces but it doesn't really hit on how much that is until the container is sitting in front of you. The container is about 3/4 the size of a standard antifreeze bottle, and it's filled to the top with the gel.

This isn't the best massage stuff we've used but it's not the worst. This gel is meant to be used on wet skin (a first for us, we're used to gel / oil for dry skin). This is very important, if you don't use on wet skin, it gets very tacky, very quickly. However, even when you use on wet skin, it loses its oiliness / slipperiness quickly - to fix this, you have to reapply moisture to the area you're working on (so keep a spray bottle of warm water next to you). It also helps if the gel is warm. We recommend that you put some gel in a bowl and then place that bowl on top of preheated water.

The gel is unscented and has no taste to it (yes, I tasted it so that I could provide a thorough review). Once you're done using the gel, wipe down and you should be good to go. Any remaining gel is absorbed into the skin very quickly.

Overall, this stuff is pretty good. However, it's not as slippery as we expected. And having to keep it somewhat warm / heated plus keeping a spray bottle of warm water around is a pain. Which is why we're only giving this 4 stars.

We hope you found this review useful.

We were able to purchase this item at a substantial discount in exchange for a thorough and honest review. All observations and comments are our own. Please don't hesitate to leave your comments or to ask us questions.


So, I just got my shower cap. I’m floored by its PRETTINESS! I haven’t used it in the shower yet, either, but had to come on here to say how awesome it is. I got the “tropical” one, and at first I was upset because I’d gotten it because it said “adjustable”, yet I couldn’t figure out how to adjust it. Turns out, it’s really simple-just untie the bow, then tie it tighter if needed. However, mine needs no adjustment, as far as I can tell. I’d been using plastic shower caps from hotels- you know, disposable? Well, I got a hole in my last one, so it dawned on me- there must exist a reusable shower cap. *duh!* 🤯 So, I went and spent $20.00 on this baby. I am already in love, first thing I did was plop it on my head and it fit PERFECTLY. I then showed my husband, and he, too, plopped it on his head. 😂 I took a pic of him w/ it on, he looks gorgeous. 😉 If this cap can make him look gorgeous, I can imagine what it will do for me lol! So, I thought I’d die spending $20.00 on a shower cap, and here I am considering buying the microfiber towel to match!  My hair falls all the way to my HIPS, and takes FOREVER to dry… ok, I’ve got life to live so gotta run, I’ll be back tonight to give you The Update: Post-Shower thoughts!
Have a good one!

Post-Shower Thoughts:  WELL! Hair stayed dry, turban in place- this cap is FANTASTIC!!!!!!
If you’re on the fence? TAKE THE PLUNGE!!!
*So* worth it.
👳


Bought Yaki Straight Wave Human Hair Extensions Weft Weave Natural Black Color 100% Unprocessed.

This company is selling synthetic hair and they're lying to us to have us spend our hard-earned money on something that is not truly what they're advertising. And they're taking advantage of a large demographic of people who may not be fully educated of their rights. This is criminal at the very least. And they deserve to be arrested and criminal charges bright up against them and prosecuted for unjust business dealings.

Flat ironed the hair @ 350 degrees and it burned CLEAN OFF. I don't have a choice I have to install it now that it is here. This right here is no different than the 10 dollar pack hair that looks really nice but is CRAP in short order. I thought I was getting a deal but all things considered I overpaid like hell.
I do know how to take care of this kind of hair and make it last but it's a lot of work. To curl it, put it in the style you want using flexirods or or a large circle brush and hit it with a blow dryer. Never wash with shampoo, use cold water and fabric softener... that's right, FABRIC SOFTENER BECAUSE IT'S PLASTIC.
I'll upload my video to show the hair burning off like doll's hair later on.

Edit: I came back to really express my anger. How do you sell kanekalon, call it remy and not be reported to the better business bureau? How do they even get away with this? Nothing short of robbery. If your hair is on the way and you're reading this, plan for a refund immediately!


Upon opening the jar, I could smell the papaya, flower extract, and sugar. It smells fruity, sweet, and yet floral all at once. I personally love the smell and I can still smell it even hours after using it in the shower. It works much like any other scrub you would get in a jar. Scoop some out and rub your skin in circles. I used it after I washed myself with soap to open up my pores more. My husband also used it as well. We both used it all over the entirety of our bodies.

I love the blackness of the scrub so you can really see how much skin you are scrubbing. Also, my shower is white, but there was no staining. Just simple rinse your shower if some lingers on the bathtub edge. After a thorough rinse, my skin felt silky smooth. I mostly smell like papaya now although I can smell the floral notes on my husband.

We both really love this sugar scrub. Do note this is not as harsh as a salt scrub. I would say this is more relaxing to get your skin silky smooth and a more clean feeling. I have to say it takes me make to Thailand when I have gotten scrubs there. My skin feels just as good.

For the price of $20 dollars, the quality is there, even though you can get more quantity with other brands. I will definitely be purchasing this whenever I run out of this jar. Personally, you cannot beat quality and I think it is worth the price. My husband and I were absolutely delighted with this tropical scrub and cannot wait to use it again!


This Beauty Stat Universal Essentials kit includes generous mini sizes of the Universal C Skin Refiner Serum with 20% L-Ascorbic Acid, Universal Moisture Essence (100% Squalane from sugar) and Universal Moisture Boost Cream. These fragrance free products are exceptional for my hyperpigmentation and skin tone issues, dry skin and skin texture. These don’t irritate my dry and sensitive skin and seem well suited to any skin types.

I’ve used 20% L-Ascorbic acid for many years and worked up from 5% to 20% over time as it can sting, itch or irritate the skin to go straight to a high 20% concentration. I’ve been using this Universal C Serum since last year (before this sample kit) and had no stinging this time and had only temporary, slight stinging when I first tried the C serum last year as I wasn’t using my Vitamin C serum as routinely for a short period.

With regular use at least 1x a day, the Universal C Serum brightens my skin and evens my skin tone. While it didn’t go away 100%, this serum flattened and faded a large brown spot on my jawline so much it became barely visible. It also faded smaller brown spots on my cheeks. The serum makes my skin smoother and it seems a bit firmer. Vitamin C is an excellent antioxidant for long term anti aging benefits too.

I apply the Universal C Serum after cleansing and toning and follow with the Essence (Squalene drops) and Moisture Boost. The Moisture Boost feels lightweight and nongreasy, but it’s super moisturizing when I mix in a couple Squalane drops. The texture of my dry skin feels so silky and smooth, and my skin feels comfortable and amply hydrated all day. These products provide real benefits for me. Love this set. 5 stars.


I am very impressed with this Organic Moringa Oil. It has a very slight but engaging smell which is earthy, enticing, and invigorating. I became intrigued after reading about the many benefits of Moringa oil so I decided it might be worth trying. I ordered from Inn & Co because their Moringa oil is 100 % organic. Also because I am always on the look out for value and good prices, and this Moringa oil comes in a good sized bottle about 4 inches tall which holds 4 fluid ounces of oil. That is a good size as a lot of oils come in much smaller bottles and cost just as much. So Moringa oil is filled with antioxidants and phytonutrients along with supposedly reducing wrinkles and sagging fatigued skin. It also boasts anti inflammatory benefits. So here I am to report that the oil, along with being a delight to smell, is refreshing, relaxing, and hydrating to my face and hands. No, my wrinkles have not wondrously disappeared but I can report that my dry skin on my face is being diminished. As for my hands a little bit of the Moringa oil rubbed in both of my hands leaves them feeling so luxuriously hydrated I just want to hold hands with everybody! I'm really enjoying this oil. I think it's a great asset to my unending quest in preserving what small amount of beauty I have left. Plus it makes me feel good and it sure does pamper my skin. I'm enjoying making it a staple of my health and beauty routine.


I was provided an opportunity to purchase this product at a discounted price in exchange for an honest review. I'm happy to say that I am very impressed with this face cream. I have very sensitive skin along with rosacea. I also tend to sweat if I wear any cream that is too thick and heavy on my face. This is a struggle because I also have dry skin in areas. I have been using facial oil for my skin in the warmer months due to the sweating problem. It's kind of messy putting on though and I always feel like I have to use too much of it to get full coverage on my face and neck.

This face cream has solved that problem for me. First, the cream has absolutely no smell. It's very smooth going on and I don't feel like I'm using a ton to get complete coverage on my face and neck. It is a small jar, but I believe it would last me at least a month or more. It does take a little time to absorb into your skin, but there is a work-around for this. When I get up in the morning, I wash my face, use my toner, and then apply the face cream. I then go down to have my coffee and relax for a time before getting dressed. This allows time for it to absorb before putting on my make up.

I have also been using this at night before bed. I have not found that this has made a mess on my pillows or covers like a previous reviewer suggested. However, it has made my skin so soft and smooth. I can also state that I have had no skin irritation or breakouts. This is definitely a five star product!


I didn't think I'd really use all 3 different attachments, but I do.  They are very easy to swap out, which makes them more usable than expected.

The 3 head razor does a really nice job.  It is not as close as a regular (manual) razor, but it is perfect for keeping a decent shave on a daily basis.  So basically, I use this for daily shaving maintenance, since shaving daily with a regular razor is just too harsh for my skin.  Then if I have a more special occasion, I can get a closer shave with a manual razor.

Cleanup is suuuuper easy.  Just push the single release button that pops open the bade cover.  Run it under the faucet.  Pat it down, or leave it open to dry. Tip: run it under hot water... it will evaporate faster.  I don't run the handle under water, just in case it isn't fully sealed. No telling.

The nose and ear hair attachment works quite well, without snagging or pulling.  Very smooth.  Smoother than my fancy Panasonic nose and ear trimmer.

The grooming attachment, or whatever you call it, works great for "manscaping", such as if you have a hairy chest you need to get under control.  You can also do simple haircuts with it, so long as you don't need more than 2 guard sizes.

And as mentioned, switching out the razor, trimmer and groomer is super easy.  You just put your thumb along the edge of the attachment, where it meets the handle.  Push up and away. The attachment easily pops out.  Then pop in the one you want.

Overall, I've been very pleased with this product, and would recommend it.


[[VIDEOID:b14cd0f9653d596a9e42bffb8555aec7]] This thing really packs a punch, do not look directly into the flash.  OK, with the warning out of the way, I’ll say that if you’ve never used or seen on these hair-removers you’re in for a treat.  It’s a simple method that you do yourself in the comfort of your own home.  I won’t go into all of the possible use scenarios, I’ll leave that up to you to decide.  So instead I’m going to talk about how it works and one thing that I think makes this one a more versatile option than others out there.

So the difference between IPL (this one) and laser hair removers is that the laser ones work only on hair that is actively growing.  You have to kind of time your treatments to line up with the hair-growth cycle until you’ve gotten all the follicles.  IPL (Intense Pulse Light) has a different wavelength of light and it has a broader spectrum which will target hair follicles in all stages.  The caveat is that IPL probably takes more treatments to get the job done, but since this device is rated for 999,999 pulses, I don’t think that would be an issue.

The reason I think this particular model more versatile, is that it does not require a seal against the skin in order to fire.  We purchased a different device that required a good seal against the skin (presumably to prevent exposure to the light), and while it worked very nicely, it was a real challenge to use in the curves and crevices of the face where making a perfect seal with a 3-inch flat surface is impossible.

This device comes with a very good instruction manual.  If you read it thoroughly and plan your strategy you’re very likely to get good results.  I tried to show it in my video but unfortunately, the lens or the camera sensor just doesn’t pickup the wavelenghts of the light.  Believe me, it’s bright, and it’s really a trip to see the hairs just evaporate.  Just make sure to protect your eyes and follow all of the safety indications.


There is much to appreciate about this Zeroid Intensive Lotion for Severe Dry & Disordered Skin. This is a Korean-made product and I do tend to be a fan of most Korean skin care products.

This arrives in a 6.76 ounce bottle. It was nicely sealed. I was modestly concerned about the product's clearly labeled manufacturing date 3/11/2020 indicating I'm receiving it over 16 months after the manufacturing date. While this isn't always an issue, it doesn't particularly instill confidence.

This lotion uses what the manufacturer calls MLE Technology along with Defensamide and Ceramides along with Squalane for moisturizing. It is noted as being good for all ages including babies and children.

While I had some concerns, I'm overall pleased with the product's performance. This is a white, smooth lotion that applies easily. I'd actually just had some seasonal allergy reactions on my skin while working in the yard and opted to use this on my skin. It soothed my skin greatly and has gone to work surprisingly rapidly to calm down my inflamed, swollen skin. I'm actually quite impressed.

There's no scent that I can detect.

In terms of value, this is fairly modest. While this is being advertised as somewhat of a premium lotion, I'm not sure I can justify continued use - we'll see how it continues to do and if I notice a definite improvement over other products. However, I definitely can't deny that it's effective and it is definitely making my skin look and feel better.

Zeroid is noted as the #1 Dermacosmetic in Korea for the last decade. It's easy to understand why as this product works incredibly well and surprisingly quickly.

Overall, while I am a bit concerned about the manufacturing date and the price point is a touch high I'll continue to use and compare it to other available products. For now, I'll say I'm impressed and happy with the lotion's performance on my troubled skin.


The quality of the components of the set is not equal. Of the two pieces in this set, the massage roller clearly outshines the gua sha. The massage roller has rich, dark green aventurine/jade stone rollers and center handle. The stones are not highly polished, but there is a natural feel to the jade stones. The metal arms/axles have a metal collar ring where it meets the stone rollers. It may be mostly cosmetic, but it's an attractive visual element. Also, at this juncture is the plastic grommet that better quality massage rollers possess. These grommets act as a bearing for a quiet and smoother rolling action. Perhaps just as important, it serves to protect the stone and metal prong from eroding due to abrasive interaction. The handle seems to be composed of aventurine/jade, too and not plastic/resin material. Very high marks for the massage roller.
The gua sha, with a lighter green hue than the massage roller, follows the thinner, flattened design. It's not very polished, with more of a natural stone feel. While this is subject to personal preference, less polish tends to result in less of a glossy appearance, and a surface that is not as smooth.  Perhaps as a consequence of this level of polishing, nicks and rough textures are more readily apparent. Such is the case in the gua sha I received. There's a number of nick, pock marks and small scratches on the stone surface. Due to the thin nature of the gua sha, there is less of a gentle rounding of the edges, too. This results in more of a definite edging on the contour of the gua sha (sort of similar to a coin edge).  I like the quality of the aventurine/jade stone, but feels it doesn't match the quality of manufacture exhibited by the massage roller.
The colors of the pieces are not really in sync. Individually, they are nice examples of their respective massage types. The massage roller has a high quality look and feel, the gua sha falls in the average quality realm.
Based on these observations and considerations, this set receives a 4.0 - 4.25 star rating.


[[VIDEOID:73ba5adf67fc64136dabb1a6c8c9d351]] This video shows the performance between 3 typical sonic brushes: Sonicare e3000, Oral-B Sonic Complete S-200 and Vitality Sonic. The Vitality barely moves, totally garbage. The other two work closely well, both are very powerful.

We bought 3 Sonicare brushes in our family several years ago, per our dentist's suggestion. They cost over $100/ea and they all died in a year or so (actually just the battery, but no way to replace just the battery). Since then, we were scared to waste hundreds of dollars again.

Then I found the Sonicare e3000 that uses 2 AA batteries, thought it could solve the battery problem. What a nightmare, water leaked in and broke them one after one.

Hopelessly, my attention went to Oral-B. First I bought a Vitality Sonic to give it a try; what a beautiful piece of garbage made in Germany. No vibe at all, as you see in the video. As reviews here say the Sonic Complete is as powerful as Sonicare and replacing the battery is possible, so I decided to give it a try when I saw the S-200 for less than 50 dollars shipped with 30-day return offered.

Cannot be happier. The timer does not shut off the brush at 2 minutes like the Sonicare does. The brush bristles are a little harder than Sonicare. Both are very good things to my tea teeth. It is indeed as powerful as Sonicare as you see in the video. Made in Germany, including the charger. No hassle to remove and clean the brush head; had to do those with the Sonicare each and every time, or it would get really disgusting. Both the brush and the head cost significantly less than Sonicare.

I have no idea why people are still buying Sonicare while this S-200 is so perfect and cost so little. I also wonder why Oral-B still bother to make garbage like the Vitality Sonic for $20 while this one only cost $20 more than that.


I got this gel nail set on a whim. I wasn’t really expecting much from it or for it to work well. I was super skeptical as I was doing my sisters nails. She has much more elegant hands and long nails so hence why she was my model for trying this gel kit. The instructions are clear and explain what is used for what and how to use them in the proper steps. The instructions also come with tips which were helpful. You get a UV light, a buffer and pads, topcoat, peel off base coat, two colors, prep it and end it solution. The UV light is a plug in and not battery operated. It is a bit of a time-consuming process – it took me about an hour to do my sisters nails. I love the gray that comes in this set, but the pink leaves a bit to be desired. The gray applies beautifully and isn’t translucent unlike the pink. The pink was still translucent even after two coats. The instructions state to cure it for 45 seconds (well this is how long the UV light stays on) but her nails were still sticky. So, I cured them several more times and they remained sticky. I finally decided to just finish them with the topcoat. I cured them then the instructions stated to take a pad with the end it solution and rub her nails to rid the tacky coating. I was super nervous about this step and was worried that all my work and her patience would’ve been for nothing. After wiping her nails, I didn’t see any polish transfer or dents on her nails.  Which I had let out a sigh of relief. I suppose they’re tacky because of the sort of polish this is and didn’t need to cure it as much as I did. This was my first time doing anything like this, but I think her nails turned out nice. I’m sure with practice, I’ll get even better. I really love that you can get salon nails from the comfort of your own home. I also believe this kit is well worth the money. What you pay for this kit is what you’d pay in one salon visit, at least for me. I am so pleasantly surprised by how nice this is and so glad I decided to give it a try!


So I found out about this product watching Eunice on the WishTrendTV Youtube Channel. My face is fair and very sensitive so I like to use a lot of Korean makeup products since most of them don't have a lot of the harsh chemicals found in most other makeup I have used. I had been using the Triple Function Super BB in Pink(love it!) for awhile now and I how it evens out my skin but it always feels a bit greasy on my skin and sometimes has a bit of shine so I thought I would try something new. Not only is the compact itself attractive but Oh. My. Goodness. I love this so much I can't see how I didn't know about it before. The coverage the sponge provides is great and it leaves such a nice matte finish that makes it look really natural! I wrote this product off as only one application necessary but like any foundation and makeup, if you're going to be eating and drinking it does rub off around the mouth/lip area. Otherwise, only one application is needed! Since my skin is sensitive I was worried but I found this bb-cushion is really light on my face. Doesn't feel heavy, doesn't irritate my skin whatsoever. I still recommend you do a patch test before applying to your face! I follow the face preparation process before applying it. You can find a more in-depth review of products to use and steps at WishTrendTV but basically prepare your face with toner after you completed your face washing routine. I use Wonder Pore toner for this but I would recommend a less watery toner. A toner that kind of has the consistency of essence! Use a cotton pad to apply. And then I apply a vitamin C serum to my face that I pat on with a cotton pad as well. Then apply your sunscreen/lotion but be sure to pat it onto your face. Don't use swiping motions or it'll make the sunscreen kind of cake onto your face. Then last apply the bb-cushion by sponging it on! It looks so good and natural. I would only recommend for skin no darker than beige. Again, love this cushion. I hope you do too!


I've been using this for four years now. Don't do as they say, do as I say and you'll be as happy as I am with it.

Don't charge/clean it every day. If you want your battery to last, do what I do! Only clean it in the Jet Clean when your battery level is at the bottom bar. Tap out cuttings once in the middle of the cycle and once just before cleaning. In fact, run it under the sink before you clean it. Your cleaning solution will last a very long time and you'll only need to clean the solution tray once when you change the fluid. The nice thing about the tank is you can pull it out to check it. When it's about empty, clean the tray and refill the tank. I've only used 6 bottles of cleaning fluid in 4 years.

The cleaning solution also lubricates the blades and it works! After two years, I bought new blades and there was NO DIFFERENCE to the old ones I replaced just because of their age. I wasted my money, the Jet Clean lubrication works that good, even only using it between full battery charges.

Also, after four years, my battery life is still around two weeks. You won't get this type of battery life if you charge this thing in the cleaner every day. Obviously, don't EVER just leave this thing in the charger as it will ruin the batteries. Besides, the blades won't dry out there anyway.

Also, don't, and I repeat DON'T EVER get the cleaner/ charger circuitry wet. If you do, give it two days to dry out before you plug it in again or the cleaner will be quite erratic in it's operation and could quite possibly burn out.

I've had four Norelco razors in my lifetime and this is BY FAR the best! When the new models came out, I actually saw no need to upgrade. For me? That's saying something!

Good luck folks, Danny


I have used this before in the past. I used to buy it at my local beauty supply store the owner recommended it to me once and that’s how i was introduced to it but it was in a bottle with a brush. I have used this tube before and it’s really really messy and sticky with the brush too. However, it does give a good hold and will rip your hair out of your head when it comes time to take it out without proper removal treatment. It dries up hard like beeswax or tree sap. It’s about the same color too so that’s what it reminds me of. It does have a chemical smell but goes away with time. It can and will slightly burn the scalp/skin if it is already irritated and maybe even when it’s not irritated but the burning feeling is quick and goes away once applied for 3 minutes or longer. It’s not a unbearable burning sensation but can be annoying. I have considered that as a slight side effect and the firm longer hold on my tracks outweighs the burning side effects. It is my favorite extension hair glue but you will suffer some hair loss when taking your hair out, the benefits, again outweigh the risks and side effects in my opinion which is why I continue to use it. However, i do not use it every time i wear tracks. I only use it when i need the extra hold or want my extensions to hold up for longer. I don’t remember how well it stands up to moisture and water but it does well with perspiration which is totally different compared to dumping a bucket of water on your head, dip in the pool or washing your hair in the shower or something like that. I’m considering using it again now because I really don’t feel like going through the process of finding someone to sew in my extensions and I don’t feel like sitting in a chair for hours getting it sewn in. The only  time i sew in or consider using this stuff is only when i get a wavy or curly weave that i will need to keep wet and use a bunch of wet styling products in it. If my memory is correct, i think it might have done well with water and wet hair. I’m just not 100% certain. It was a long time since I last used this stuff. You might want to get 2 tubes because of the amount of stickiness and how messy it is, you will get a lot of it wasted while using it.


I have been using this product for a couple of weeks now and I have to say I am pretty impressed. While it is definitely no miracle in a bottle, I have honestly seen some noticeable improvement. First, it does smell great. It has kind of a light fruity smell to it - almost kind of cocoa butterish smell. It is non-greasy and absorbs quickly into your skin. It's very easy to apply. It doesn't cause any reaction, like heat or tingling or anything. It just rubs in like regular lotion and that's it. It comes in this bottle with a pump on it. It does take several pumps to get a good sized area because it absorbs so quickly. That is probably my only real complaint - that it takes a fair amount to cover an area like my thighs and the bottle is not that big, so I am going through it very quickly. Also the bottle is very smooth and awkward to hold - I know that probably sounds weird but you have to hold it with one hand and pump with the other, which is fine for the first leg, but once the stuff gets on your hands rubbing it into that first leg and then you have to grab the bottle to get more out with the stuff on your hands, it gets all slippery and is frustrating to get out. The bottle is too small to use the pump without holding it, so once you use it on one body part, unless you want to wash your hands every time (in my opinion possibly wasting some of it) then it is a little tough to handle. That's not a huge deal though - more of a minor annoyance but still worth mentioning. Maybe the people who make it will read that and fix it moving forward.

Anyhoo, it really does work well. In the couple weeks I have been using it, I have noticed my skin being more smooth, slightly tighter and my cellulite seems to be less pronounced. I have only been using it at night too. I don't have time in the mornings and if I used it twice a day I would go through a bottle in 10 days. I do plan to order more and I would definitely recommend this product to anyone.


Day 1: I put on the socks. I’ve done this before with a different brand so no big deal. Except you have to keep it on for up to 90 min. That seems long but ok. It’s tingly and weird but it’s fine.
Day 2: Nothing. I don’t know, maybe I got a dud.
Day 3: Umm. My feet are dry and peeling. Scrubbed them in the shower and put thick lotion on. Repetitively grossed out throughout the day but my friend who recommended it says it’s normal. I don’t know about this.
Day 4, Morning: Woke up after wearing socks with thick goop on my feet all night. Feels great! Texted friend that I love this stuff!
Day 4, Afternoon: What the hell is happening?! My feet look like a creature from a sci-fi movie. My ankles and lower legs are crackled like ancient parchment paper found in an Egyptian tomb. I look down and shudder when I see it has snowed indoors on my office chair but then realize it’s my skin from sitting on my bent leg while I work. I am disgusted and thank the Lord my meetings are on Zoom.
Day 5: I’m fairly certain I have leprosy. If I keep going at this rate, I won’t have feet tomorrow. I’m not so sure this is supposed to work this way so I text my friend. She said it’s normal. There’s nothing normal about this.
Day 6: My feet are so dry I leave dusty footprint wherever I walk. I cannot wear sandals for fear someone may think this is contagious. I wonder if sandpaper would speed this process along.
Day 7: Okay. Okay maybe it’s getting better. It’s still ugly but not flaking off in chunks like before. A snake shedding its skin is more graceful than this. I envy snakes.
Day 8: Oh my gosh it’s a miracle. My feet look like they’ve had a skin transplant! I am in awe. I prance around the house vacuuming and changing the sheets. I have a new lease on life with brand new feet. I text my friend and tell her that I love this product.


I take Melatonin to help me sleep just about every night.  I had NO CLUE melatonin helps improve skin condition as well!  I have very positive results when I take it to help me sleep. I'm guessing it plays a role in why I experience  great results with MU TENUTO Bereceuse Water Gel cream as well! I love the consistency of this cream. Its a nice, light gel.  It doesn't take much cream at all to cover my face. It applies/spreads so easily on skin.  The first time I used it, I was concerned that it was going to be sticky.  Fortunately, that's not the case.  It absorbs quickly leaving my skin soft and smooth immediately.  I can not only see it but I can feel how it hydrates my skin as well. My skin is normally extremely sensitive and very dry.  The hydration really makes my skin feel great.  I apply the cream at night before bed and enjoy the results in the morning when I awaken.  Lavender is one of my favorite scents.  But I just do not care much for the scent of this cream.  I will not deduct a star from my rating due to the scent...the scent doesn't last long at all.  I don't think its fair to penalize the cream for a scent that doesn't last long.  I have no negative reactions to MU TENUTO. It works and feels great on my sensitive skin.  For those interested in packaging, the jar is glass-nice and heavy with music notes all around it. And here's a neat feature...if you scan the QR code on the package, a snippet of classic music will play on your Smart phone! That's pretty neat.

I love what MU  TENUTO does for my skin and works with the very first use!  I find the price reasonable.  This is an excellent cream-it takes wonderful care of my dry, sensitive skin. Definitely recommended!


In my younger days, I used to model, so I became an old hand at contouring, which seems to have been revived a la Kim Kardashian. One of my favorite brushes from then was a flat contouring brush that was angled. I absolutely adored it for adding the right shadow under my cheekbones to make them stand out.

Since the contouring revival, I decided to give this a go again, but I couldn't find a reasonably priced brush that did what I wanted it to do (I refuse to spend a fortune on a brush for this, mostly because I do not see contouring lasting very long, but that's another review.) The HDSL brush came closest to what I was looking for: dense, flat and with a good handle.

It kind of looks like a paint brush, but the hair is VERY nice. Very soft and dense, and a miracle for something that's less than six bucks. My contouring skills are such that I know not to buy an entire palette of colors that are way too orangey or warm. I use Kevyn Aucoin's contour powder which is way pricey (you can find something similar in color in Makeup Forever's eyeshadow line), but the Aucoin contour powder color was absolutely perfect.

As I'm sure you know, contour is meant to mimic a shadow. It is NOT a bronzer (you cannot contour with anything with the slightest bit of shine); too orange and you look ridiculous. The color is a light matte taupe with zero hint of red in it. It should NOT be too dark, unless you are dark complected. Think of it as being two shades darker than your skin color, the way a shadow is cast on the hollows or low areas of your face.

This brush picked up the powder like a champ and deposited it nicely. Does a great job fading the contour color out so it looks like a shadow and not like I have a swath of dirt on my face. My only hesitation with this so far is that I wish it was angled, but no matter. It's not that hard to use in such a way (well, what do you want for less than six bucks?)

I'd definitely recommend this. You won't get anything better at anywhere near the price.


This review is for the I 🖤 Extreme Volume WATERPROOF Mascara (Blue Tube). This mascara is INCREDIBLE! I’ve been in a mascara rut lately. I don’t have the best lashes… they’re only maybe average in length… on a good day… and they don’t hold a curl very well at all! I normally don’t like waterproof mascara because it’s so difficult to remove and usually gets clumpy so quickly and has a tendency to be pretty sticky and not build that well… HOWEVER, I live in the south where it is normally always VERY hot and HUMID as all get out! Regular mascaras don’t tend to last the best on my eyes and I end up looking like a Panda Bear by the end of the day. Not a cute look! So I’ve been on the hunt for a good waterproof mascara for a while… I tried out the lash princess waterproof one as well and that one is okay, but it wasn’t my favorite because it made my lashes feel too heavy and they got clumpy pretty quickly… but it wasn’t sticky and gave good length which was nice. I decided to try this one out on a whim and I was NOT disappointed!!! I wore it for a couple of days before leaving this review, just to be sure! I love this so much! It builds on itself BEAUTIFULLY, isn’t clumpy, isn’t sticky, holds my curl really well, gives me both length AND volume, it lasts really well throughout the day, doesn’t smudge or flake on me, and it isn’t heavy! It makes my eyelashes look so pretty and fluffy! It’s EXACTLY what I have been looking for in a mascara and I am just astounded that it was only $5! That’s insane! I hope this never gets discontinued because, as of right now, I definitely plan to purchase this mascara again and again in the future! Hands down one of the best mascaras I’ve ever tried from both a drugstore and high end standpoint! TRY IT! I HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!


Saw this puppy discussed a lot on various shaving sites. They all said that you have to watch the YouTube videos to get the right technique for lathering. I watched a couple and have been trying this now for the past several weeks. I must have tried close to 40 different soaps, creams and sticks from the most expensive to the not so expensive. This one is right up there in terms of face glide and lubrication.Certainly in the top quintile. Why 4 stars? I have tried every variation to get a lather but there is no getting around that this is the most difficult soap I have ever tried. Too much water, too little water it seemed impossible to get it right the first time. No matter what I tried it seemed to either be too foamy and thin or not enough water to generate a lather. It's as if the gremlin in the soap puck was contrary enough to defeat whatever I tried until the 2nd or 3rd try.
Bottom lime- With effort and persistence it gets the job done and the fragrance is mildly pleasant but it will never be my "go-to" product. I'll stick with may favs: Kiss My Face, Cella and Proraso cream.
UPDATE:
Gave it another try with a little more patience. It seems that the end product you want is a little on the thick creamy side and not really a "lather". If you wet your brush, turn it over and let all the water drip out that you can,then you apply brush to soap and be patient and determined you will get the thick rich cream that will do the trick. One other tip I found after you apply the cream to the face let it sit for about 20-30 seconds before you apply your razor. You will then get the greatest glide you will experience. Accordingly I have moved it up the top tier and displaced the Proraso cream.I would give it 4 1/2 stars, and not 5, if I could because of the difficult lathering.
FURTHER UPDATE
After using this puppy for a little while I have come to master it and love it. Great for glide and closeness and absence of irritation. I originally rated it a 4 but now after careful consideration I must admit that it deserves a 5 star rating. Its among my top 3 favorite shaving products.


I have dark, thick hair on my head but for whatever unfortunate genetic reason, I have very light and thin eyebrows, and fill them in with makeup every single day. I have never dyed them before. This dye darkened them to match my hair perfectly, and my method of application gave me the perfect shape with no skin staining or irritation.

First of all, I only used about 1/4 of the powder in the capsule because I could tell that would probably be more than enough (and it was), so this stuff is going to last forever.

Instead of washing my face beforehand, I used a dry microfiber cloth to wipe off my eyebrow area as clean as I could. I think the fact that I didn't wash my face meant that my skin had a small layer of oil on it for protection against staining and irritation. A little oil also will not hinder the hair coloring process.

I used the included application brush, putting very small amounts of the dye on the brush and applying it in light, careful strokes. The movement is like sketching in a sketchbook instead of drawing solid lines all at once, and I did not have a pile of dye on my brows at the end.

I know that with my hair, I need to leave dye on it for a long time, so I left this on for 10 minutes. I rinsed the dye off with cool water to avoid opening up my pores. I checked my brows and thought they could be a little darker, so I re-applied and left on for another 5-10 mins. Total of 15-20 mins.

Finally, I washed it off for good with a gentle unscented soap, using my fingernails to help get all the dye off and exfoliate the skin underneath and around my brows, so I was left with no stains.

And that was that. I have eyebrows now! I can even TOUCH them! I can't believe I never tried this before, this will be a staple in my life now.


I am a white Mama who adopted a beautiful, bi-racial girl so I'm in the process of learning how to fix, braid, brush her hair and choosing what products to use (including bows, barrettes, etc.).  I looked on Amazon and I could not find the cute barrettes that I see little girls wearing everywhere.  They were all plain or just looked cheap.  Then I stumbled upon Gabby's barrettes and I thought - this makes sense.  They look so cute and their design is genius.

I got my barrettes today and I have a lot to say.  First, you cannot pull these things out of a persons hair.  They are awesome.  So, unless your daughter physically takes these barrettes out they will not come out.  I've seen reviews that mention they are expensive or people are afraid their child will break them.  They are more expensive than traditional barrettes BUT they are double the plastic so they should be more expensive.  And with the fact that they can't get lost because they won't fall out - you are saving money by buying these.  In regards to them getting broken - they are plastic and there is always a chance of them getting broken BUT if one breaks it's still functional.  It won't be guaranteed to fall out anymore but since it's a double sided barrette if one side breaks you can still put it in your child's hair!

And lastly, I am a CPA and I have worked with numerous CFO and CEOs - nice, friendly ones to the people who work under them are few and far between.  Those CEO and CFOs are always cherished by those they report to them and make people want to go the extra mile for them.  I am writing this because I believe Gabby to be one of those CEOs.  With my purchase came a hand-written, personalized note!  To say I was honored and impressed would be an understatement.  Way to go Gabby!!  BUY HER PRODUCTS!!!


This product is an incredible value - possibly the best deal anywhere in the shaving soap/cream market.  Lathers up as well as Truefit & Hill (my benchmark for lather quality and concentration) and is incredibly concentrated, with a little going a very long way.  An unusual scent - a blend of citronella, lemon soap and old corn tortilla  - but I've quickly grown to like it, and the scent of the stick has mellowed since I unwrapped it.  Shaving is all about the experience, and having a Turkish take on your morning shave keeps the routine interesting, and gives you something to think about and enjoy as you lather up.  My shaving supplies are a smorgasbord of international favorites, and the Arko stick is now right up there with the best of them and despite the low price - this is in no way a second rate product!  The best way  I've found to use this, is to skip the bowl and apply the stick directly to your wet beard, 'brushing' it on against the grain.  All you need is  just light skiff, which your morning whiskers will quickly pick up.  Then take your wet brush and lather up directly on your skin.  The lather explodes out of nowhere.  My only slight criticism (more of an observation really) is that the lather has a somewhat 'dryer' feel to it than some others that are somewhat more 'slippery' - but that can be remedied with a little extra water and maybe a little pre-shave oil, if you are so inclined.  My face and skin feel really great afterwards, (does the tallow base condition the skin better than vegetable?) and a slight scent remains but is not at all offensive, nor does is compete with other aftershaves I use.  In all, this is a novel international product, of very high quality and ridiculously low price.  If you love shaving products like I do, this is one you shouldn't overlook.  Have fun with it!


UPDATE - 09/30/16 ========================================
Still loving this moisturizer and just ordered another package. This stuff goes on well, absorbs quickly into the skin and doesn't leave a greasy feeling! My skin feels truly moisturized. I love using it on my hands and feet before bedtime, this way it really absorbs into my skin overnight.
Love it, love it, love it!

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Not many people know this, or give it another thought sometimes - anything you put on your skin gets absorbed through the skin and ends up in the blood stream. This is why I am rather careful when picking my skin care products. I have been staying away from most hand creams for a while now just because for the most part there's at least a few potential carcinogens lurking among the ingredients.  Even though the big famous brand creams make your skin feel wonderful the question is if the trade off is worth it.

Unfortunately, even so called organic products aren't always that safe. Provided, manufacturers of this goodness are disclosing all the ingredients on the label (and not hiding anything) this cream looks safe enough to eat. Therefore, I have been happily slathering it all over my hands (and any other body parts needing additional moisture) in the past few weeks and I am quite pleased with the results.

This white fluffy goodness feels surprisingly light and absorbs quickly into the skin. I must admit, it is a tad thinner in texture than I had expected but on the other hand this lightness ensures there's no oily residue left on your hands. The cream has no scent whatsoever which is a definite positive for those who are sensitive or don't particularly appreciate scented products. I'm adding a drop of essential oil of my choice (whatever I feel like that day) when I apply the cream if I feel like smelling something nice. Basically this cream is your blank canvas and leaves much room for creativity.

One thing I would probably change about this product is the packaging. (At least maybe as an option for buyers to choose from) I really think that tubes are better for hand creams - way easier to dispense and so much more hygienic (sticking your fingers into the container doesn't really help keep it germ free). Other than that I am happy to give this product my approval.

I purchased this product at a discount in exchange for an honest and unbiased review, all opinions are based on my own personal experience with the product.