Probably the greatest thing about being a grown-up is that at 2am I can drive myself to the convenience store, buy myself a whole family size bag of Doritos and a full container of French Onion dip, and make a decision- void of all logic and reason – that I don’t have to answer for – about whether to eat them there in the parking lot or to bring them home and eat them standing in front of the TV in the kitchen. The second best thing about being a grown-up is that I can afford to buy myself little things that effectively hide the fact that at 2am I’m scarfing full bags of Doritos in the parking lot of the Stop-N-Go. These great compression arm sleeves are my favorite way to make it seem like the Doritos never even happened.

The Presadee Compression Arm Sleeves have made a huge difference for me – in how I look, how I shop for dresses, and how I feel. These handy little spot shapers let me shop for dresses based on how much I love the dress, not on how well the dress camouflages my dorito-y upper arms. I can slip and tug these shapers in place and slide my arms into even the clingiest dress and my arms look toned and fit. No more jiggle, no more wiggle, no more looking like I’m trying to smuggle three half-empty Capri sun pouches out under each arm! The sleeves fit snugly and stay in place all day. Gentle ribbing texture in a nylon and spandex blend provide support with no bulk so fitted sleeves in dresses and blouses stay smooth. The sleeves go into the washer and then get line dried and can be worn every day as shapers or to assist with increasing energy and to stimulate circulation. The soft beige color is undetectable under even white blouses.

I received the Presadee Compression Arm Sleeves at a discounted promotional cost in exchange for an unbiased review and love the way that my arms look and feel fit and toned while I’m wearing them!


I purchased an infrared sauna for detox and relaxation.  While researching, I read excerpts from the book "Detox or Die" that this product was recommended after a sauna session due to loss of electrolytes from heavy sweating.  This made me pay instant attention to Tri-Salts as I compete in a heavy-sweat sport and am no stranger to agonizing leg and foot cramps while mountainbiking and the dreaded re-visitation later that night while asleep.  Since taking this product, I have not suffered any cramping WHILE riding, including 50 plus mile races which can last anywhere from 4 to 7 hours depending on the course.  I have even ditched Salt Stick, which I used to take hourly while racing.  (Note to fellow racers, your mileage may vary, so I'm NOT telling you to ditch the Salt Stick or Hammer either.

I also use this product in combination with 100% ascorbic acid (vitamin c) to buffer the acidity.  I believe that vitamin c is incredibly important to athletes (and everybody) on so many levels its impossible to write about.  Just do some google research on Vitamin C and recharging/flushing.  The key is to mix it with the tri-salts to neutralize the acidity and create a spike or flush of Vitamin C.

Since doing this for the past 6 months, I've gained strength and endurance which is noticeable while competing.  I am very impressed with this product.  It has zero taste...and I consider chalky a texture, not a taste, btw.  So in the morning, I put about 3 ounces of cold aloe vera juice (Lakewood Brand) one ounce of pure lemon juice (Lakewood) and more cold water,  half teaspoon or more of Tri Salts, to a honking big teaspoon or more of pure 100% pharmaceutical ascorbic acid.  Sometimes I add to that Great Lakes Collagen, NOW Brand Glutamine and NOW Brand MSM.  My knees are my crown jewels...and I never have issues with them.  This makes a fizzy cold brew, tasting mostly of lemon.  The collagen and msm has zero taste.  Although I think that glutamine smells like feet when you open the canister, but no taste (thankfully).  Anyway, hope this helps.


These light bulbs were NOT packaged properly and one of them (ordered two as required replacements for the Northern Light Lamp) was broken. While I realize this is the fault of amazon warehouse procedures as I later learned from amazon customer service, I still had to spend MY time to pack both of the light bulbs AND get instructions from amazon and then had to PRINT out the return address label as well as an invoice from amazon. Then I had to take the package to an UPS Store and send it back to amazon. Northern Light needs to be very clear about the very fragile nature of their light bulbs so customers are not inconvenienced and disappointed as I was, and have their products packed with much more care. Secondly, amazon did not want to credit my account for the light bulbs but the customer svc rep. (whose words I could barely understand) said they would send me replacement bulbs instead. I took the package to UPS and got a tracking number/receipt. When the other 2 light bulbs arrived in about 4 days, we installed them into the Northern Technology Lamp and both of them flickered constantly and never provided full light. Evidently they were Defective. So I had to contact amazon cust svc AGAIN and repeat the process to send light bulbs back for a Refund (credit). When amazon sent me an email with the credit, it only gave me my refund for 1 light bulb! Back to the phone with amazon cust svc! This time at least I could understand what she said to me. Oops! Amazon made an error and she said she would have another credit refunded. To this day, two weeks later, I still have not received an email from amazon with the credit/refund on it! I am really at my wits end and when I receive my credit card statement, there had better be 2 credits for the full amount of those defective light bulbs or I will dispute the charges that amazon has made on my credit card. I don't have the time or energy to deal with amazon customer svc!
  By the way, those light bulbs cost almost $30 each! I was able to purchase a New Lamp from another company for $80! That is only $20. more than those 2 light bulbs.
 In the future, I am going to be much more careful about buying things from amazon. Not a happy customer of amazon. Better to deal with the company directly.


I must say, this has been THE BEST heath care purchase I have ever made.  This product does exactly what it says it will do, only better.  I know that is high praise, but in this case it is worth it.  I'm 50, walk a lot golfing and do a lot of stuff around the house and my feet were, well, terrible.  I tried every different kind of foot care oil you could ever think of to get my feet back to where they were soft.  Let me tell you, my feet HURT as they were so dry with cracks in them.  They didn't break open or nothing like that but they were sore.  My wife, each night, put on the foot treatment and nothing ever helped.  She was so worried about my feet as they were so dry, more so in the winter, that she told me that I had some yellow spots on my feet!  Well, the dry dead skin was so thick, it was, frankly gross.  And I am a clean freak!  I purchased the Micro-Pedi with the cord as I didn't want to fart around with batteries.  The cord is nice and long.  The first time I tried it, wow, my feet were 50% better.  My wife and I could not believe it.  So, I used it for one week, each day with my wife helping me.  I'm now down to 4 times a week, for a few seconds, just for maintenance of my feet and the results have been nothing short of fantastic.  My feet are pink, soft and just like when I was 25.  I honestly can't believe it.  This is a great product and I can't recommend it enough.  I have found that the little rollers last longer than you think and I purchased four more of the Emjoi rollers.  Not the after market ones.  As a matter of fact, I'm going to buy a second unit for back up and some gift ones.  My parents are older and they would love this.  My honest opinion is that if you get this product, you will be happy you did.  If you saw my feet before and after, you would be amazed.


[[VIDEOID:b46e7ea0d13ae0821cad709996c924c0]] This is the biggest diffuser I have ever had and I love it. It makes life so much easier. I can fill this bad boy all the way up and it goes all day or all night. It fills up a room super fast with whatever aroma you put into it.

 I love all the different functions. The lights are very pretty and not to bright but still vibrant. I like that you can also change the low and high of the our put on the the mist that comes out. You are also about to do just the lights or just the mist.

 I was a little worried when I first turned it on because It was not putting out much mist. I just let it run though I did really pay attention to it but after a little while the mist really started spewing out. I was impressed with how much was coming out not only did it look cool but it smelled amazing.

I can turn this thing on and not mess with it for the entire day. Its even better for when I sleep because I get all night diffusing If my favorite sleep blend. I do have to use more essential oils then the smaller ones. I find it better to just come back every few hours and put a bit more in then add a bunch from the start. Its not hard to do either. Since the top just lifts off you don't have to deal with unlocking it. The on off button makes it a fast and easy process.

I'm really please with the quality of this diffuser. Much better than I expected. The simple and elegant design goes with pretty much any décor you choose to put it with. It looks nice anywhere and with the light its really makes a wonderful addition to any room.

I received this product discounted in exchange for my honest and unbiased review. This does not effect the time, effort and integrity I put into a review that would be beneficial to any fellow customer. I have no relationship with sellers and manufacturers. I base all my reviews on quality, value, and personal experience of the product.


Upon receiving this product my first impressions were, "wow this looks weird, how is this thing supposed to work?". I also had my doubts about how well it would work on African  American non processed hair. Because the temperatures maximum  range was atleast 100°c less than the previous straighteners I've tested. This straighter features a new design, a six level temperature range of 130°c to 200°c, and a 360° rotating cord. It heats up fairly quick, around 30 sec to 1 min depending on the temperature setting. I decided to test this product on an African American thick and kinky hair type. This straightener did an amazing job. In comparison to the two brush straighteners I've tested previously. First of all I was able to get closer to the root. Which in my opinion is crucial for straight styles. And simply for appearance purposes. Who wants straight ends with kinky roots? Beyond that her hair came out pretty decent. I'd compare the end results to a blow dry with an accompanying light press. Press meaning (straightening or hot comb). For silky or loose curl hair types, this product would work twice as well. This device is easy to power on. And it has illuminating lights to show what temperature it's on. With other straighteners in this catagory, I've had issues with accidentally pressing buttons whilst in use. This was no longer an issue. The straightener also has a safety cut off feature. Which I found to be a blessing and a curse. Sure if you've forgotten to turn it off, fires will be prevented. However it can be irritating, it turning off while your sectioning your hair or applying product. There are a few things that could use improvement. A higher temp range,an alert sound when it's about to shut down, and a bag or case for storage when not in use. Instructions for cleaning would also be appreciated. I was very impressed with this product. And im almost positive you will be as well. If you'd like to see my video review of this product. You can find it on my YouTube channel. Search carel kennon. I recieved this product at a discount for evaluation purposes.


There is a great deal of information in the literature about glucosamine and chondroitin combination supplements. Both compounds are part of cartilage, which forms a cushion between bones of a joint. As you age the cushions erode and the result is skeletal pain virtually everywhere- osteoarthritis. Both glucosamine and chondroitin are part of normal cartilage. MSM is a sulphur compound which aids in to the efficacy of glucosamine and chondroitin and the three compounds work synergistically together.

That having been said, I am a good guinea pig being both very old (85) and very arthritic. I am also aware that if the mind decides a supplement is going to work-any supplement- the mind  affects the cure, not the supplement. That is why in some cases, test people taking a placebo have just as good a result as the people taking the supplement. However, the Mayo Clinic researchers gave a glucosamine sulphate supplement a grade of “B” meaning that there is good scientific evidence for its ability to lessen the pain in the knee. They specify that positive results were only obtained for the knee.

 Glucosamine, chondroitin and MSM  are a combination  that is for many effective in treating osteoarthritis, muscle damage caused by exercise, and other inflammatory joint disorders. There is plenty of anecdotal evidence for osteoarthritis relief, but until more scientific information is available, the thing to do, especially if you're elderly, is take and trust the Viva Lab's glososamine-chondroitin- MSM combo, and if you're young get on the bandwagon and start taking it, too. This supplement is guaranteed to help your achy bones.

I have only been taking this glucosamine combo for two days but will report back later on how my osteoarthritis situation fares when confronted with this supplement.. I will add a fifth star when I get frisky.


I decided to try this Cervello Brain and memory supplement because I experience some brain fog as I age into my 40s. Since having kids a few years ago, I'll come into a room and forget what I went in there for, little things like that, as I get older. I want to try to keep my brain healthy and functioning well, and this product seems to contain a lot of good vitamins and nutrients that can be beneficial to brain health, so I decided it was worth a try. Always check with your doctor to make sure a supplement is safe for you and won't interact with any medications you take. This product is a rather large tablet, in my opinion, that might be slightly difficult to swallow for those with swallowing difficulties. The suggested dose is to take 2 tablets once a day about 20 minutes before a meal. It smells kind of like alfalfa or rabbit food. On the plus side, the label says it contains Ginseng, Ashwagandha, and Ginko biloba, among other vitamins and nutrients, which I have heard positive things about in the past. I can say, after opening the bottle I received my bottle was 75 percent cotton ball stuffing, with about 1/4 the bottle full of tablets, but I'm hopeful this is just bc it was a free sample bottle for vine reviewers, so maybe they give us less of them as a sample, which is fine. Taking it short term for a few days, personally I have not experienced any negative side effects, other than slight indigestion after swallowing kind of a bitter horse pill. I like that it is stimulant free! Pregnant or nursing mothers should probably avoid this product though because of some of the herbal supplements it contains. For those without sensitivities or allergies, who do not have difficulty with larger pills, this might be worth a try to boost brain health, because there are a lot of vitamins and good things in it! 🧠


I just burned my left eyeball with this rubbish. Why the absolute hell would you put bleach in an contact lens solution product? As a product designer, I'm glad that I have now found the worst product ever designed - but I'm not sure the ongoing pain in my eye was worth it. Binned it right away and would love to sue the makers for intentionally maiming their market.

"Oh, lets shape the bottle exactly like all other eye solutions". "Lets give it a red lid, because EVERYONE knows that a red lid means 'don't put directly into eye'". "Lets bury the warnings in the small print in case actually warning people they may scar their eyeballs with incorrect use may make some people think twice about handing over their cash". "Lets stock this crap next to all other contact lens solutions that have completely different methods and parameters of use".

I'm pretty neutral about companies in general, but this has made me hate this company because I know they are aware of the product use cycle, consumer perceptions and behaviours and the fact a lot of people will assume it's okay to do the same thing they do with all other contact lens solutions with this product such as swap up containers, rinse their lenses with the solution bottle or occasionally need to reuse their lenses with less than 6 hours between sessions. They know this, but they clearly did a simple sum that made them conclude it was far cheaper to keep hawking this cheaply manufactured eyeball melting bleach and ignore the injuries it's dishing out to their customers (google it).

I'm seeing my optician this week to make sure it hasn't damaged my eye. The worst, most horrible thing I can wish upon the contemptuous suits at "Alcon" is that they use their own bloody product.

I can only assume (I've not checked) they also have a line of cookies flavored with broken glass ("but EVERYONE knows that if the packet's purple, it means that you aren't actually supposed to eat the cookies, just look at them").

I will check everything I buy to make sure it's not made by this company.


The comely presentation elevates the worthiness as a gifting option. It surely matches the attractiveness of the contents.  The contents fall into four categories: raw crystals/stones, chakra bracelet, polished hearts and a chakra tree of life.
The raw crystals/stones are nicely cut, with each about the same size.  It's a nice collection. The chakra bracelet is perhaps equal to the value of the raw crystals and stones.  The bracelet has chakra stones/crystals, along with a series of sparkly gray spheres. I don't know what these gray balls are composed of (other similar chakra bracelets have lava stones, these do not appear to be lava stones).
The polished hearts are very nice. Some have scratches, due to interactions with the raw components, which is unfortunate. Five of the hearts are similarly size, with the sixth, an amethyst heart, slightly larger. This is a respectable assortment.
The highlight of this collection is the chakra tree of life. It's a good size, has an excellent stone base, and excellent craftsmanship. The 'foliage' is well populated, with quality wiring and chakra elements. This is my favorite component of the set. The pictures of the chakra tree depict how it arrives. You'll want to carefully rearrange the chakra foliage for a fuller look (or leave it for a dense appearance).
Also included are a set of cards, each one explaining aspects of chakra. It's a nice addition, and would be valued/welcomed by novices.
Attached are photos to show real world images of the product offering. A ruler accompanies the images for size reference.
At the current cost of $19.80, including the 40% discount coupon, it is very competitively priced. The polished hearts alone would cost in the range of $7 - $14. The chakra tree of life would cost in the neighborhood of $20.  So, you can see that it's already a very good value.
Based on the attractive presentation, quality of the components, especially the chakra tree of life, and the very good value, this product merits a 4.75+ star rating, with a very high level recommendation.


I am definitely a fan!!  Fully Dosed is probably the best pre-workout I have taken to-date.  Here's why:

1. Usually, when I've taken pre-workout, there is no denying that it's in my system.  One tell-tale sign is that itchy, tingly feeling you get all over your skin.  I've never liked that feeling.  I didn't experience that with UnAltered Fully Dosed, which is a surprise given that their pre-workout is LITERALLY fully dosed. (5g of Creatine, 6g Citrulline Malate,  2.5g of betaine, 2.5g beta-alanine, and 300mg of caffeine).  It just felt like I was working with CLEAN energy.

2. You are literally getting everything you need for an EFFECTIVE workout! (refer to above ingredients).  I mean....  I feel strong and energized the ENTIRE workout, and I don't experience a crash later, which leaves me feeling depleted. I had to kick up my workouts, because I feel so much stronger and can work for longer sets, so now I'm lifting heavier, or working more volume over one session.  It feels incredible.

3. I've never had a pre-workout that has creatine in it... Let alone 5 ENTIRE grams of it, per serving.  After using it for 2 or 3 weeks, (working out about 5-6 times per week), I feel stronger and I look more muscular. I love it!

The only thing I don't LOVE... is the flavor.  It's not nasty... But it's not delicious, either.  It works.  For everything else this pre-workout provides, I can deal with the taste.

UnAltered's Pre-workout is now my favorite.  Best value for your money, you're going to get ANYWHERE... NO QUESTION.


I really love the Derma-Nu skin care products. They always work great and they make my skin look SO good. I use toner every single day before I put on my make-up and every night after I wash my face.  I was SO happy when I received a discount code to purchase this product in exchange for my honest review.

I really like that it comes in a spray bottle.  I spritz my face a few times and I'm done!  It dries very quickly and goes on evenly. There is NO burning sensation at all.  It has a clean, fresh scent.  Since there are no artificial scents, if you are used to that, it may smell a little "off" to you.  However, since it is all natural, it's SO much better for your skin.

Here is the ingredient list: Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel), Deionized Aqua (Water), Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM), Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate (Vitamin C), Organic Aloe Barbadensis Leaf (Aloe Vera), Neroli Hydrosol, Glycolic Acid, Wildcrafed Yucca Schidigera (Yucca), Wildcrafted Usnea Spp. (Usnea), Spirulina Maxima (Spirulina), Organic Salvia Officinalis (Sage), Punica Granatum (Pomegranate), Wildcrafted Mahonia Aquifolium (Oregon Grape), Wildcrafted Usnea Barbata (Lichen), Macrocystis Pyrifera (Kelp), Organic Centella Asiatica (Gotu Kola), Organic Vaccinium Macrocarpon (Cranberry), Arctostaphylos Uva Ursi Leaf Extract.  It's 100% all-natural.

I use this toner after I use the [[ASIN:B0147M9M2I Anti Aging Cleanser by Derma-nu - Natural Face Wash - Facial Cleanser for Women. Loaded with powerful Antioxidants: Vitamin C, Green Tea & Rose Hip Oil to get rid of wrinkles. 4oz]] and my skin looks amazing!!

I highly recommend this toner. You will LOVE it!


I am always hesitant when trying new supplements. I researched a lot and found that tons of clinical trials have been done on Krill Oil and have concluded that not only is it safe, but it contains essential nutrients that your body needs. The main nutrient is Omega-3, a fatty acid that your body can not produce on its own and must be ingested through the food we eat. Though I love fish and a diet high in sea foods does replenish this, it is not very efficient and too much fish could lead to mercury poisoning… which can be a very serious problem. Krill Oil is the oil harvested from Krill, a shrimp like crustacean that lives at the bottom of the ocean. In this case, it is from the Antarctic Ocean, located in one of the coldest and cleanest places available. By taking Krill Oil, it’s been said that you can find amazing health benefits including a healthier heart, a boost to your brain, an easier menstruation and more. For me, I can’t really speak to each specifically as they are hard to judge subjectively, but I can tell you that I’ve never felt better. The added CoQ10 makes this product over the top for me, I love being able to get that heart specific extra love in my diet. I did receive this product at a discount in order for my honest review, and that's what you got. By no means do I ever promise a good review, and by no means do I give them out every time. I rely on the reviews like you do when I decide on whether or not to purchase things on here. Nothing upsets me more than when people say they have something wonderful in their Amazon review and then I order it and it arrives at my house and its complete garbage. I assure you that is not the case here. This is a wonderful product for the price and I could not be happier. If you thought this review was helpful, please click yes next to the "helpful" button below. By doing so it helps me to know if I am providing a decent review for those who are debating purchasing this product. Thank you very much! Cheers!


When I ordered the containers, I failed to see that I would be receiving 6 packs of 3 containers for a total of 18 - 32 oz plastic food containers - it really helps to read what you are ordering - face palm! When the box arrived, it was big enough to hold a medium suitcase. My first inclination of them was that they appeared to look like the real ones. But opening a set of 3, I instantly felt the thickness of the containers & they were definitely not as thick or stiff strong as the named brands. However, the containers are well made.

I had planned to organize one of my refrigerator fruits & vegetables bin as my first test spot, but first a really good clean job. Cooking & meal  cheeses in one, batteries in another - if you don’t know, don’t ask! - snack meats & bulk cheeses in another two - four total for one bin.  I was duly impressed. Three containers with everything sorted, and just some bacon & a celery laying loose. They are a good space savers for anything in the frig or freezer.

After using the tubs for holding food, how good are they for reuse after a wash? Excellent - hand wash was was a breeze - sponge with a dab of dishwashing liquid & you are done.

I have seen & purchased similar containers @ the $1 store, but these are far superior. They are not a direct substitute for the name brand products. But @ the price, the versatility, size, & reuse ease, these tubs are a clear keeper. Your chef might  know the truth, but he is not telling anyone. 5 Stars All The Way.

EDIT: I forgot to add that I would like to see the containers come in different sizes. That would make the container packages more flexible on what you can store/size of the product. After I saw my posted review, I saw that they do come in different styles & sizes. It also appears to me that the construction of the containers might be different depending on the style of containers that are purchased.

For clarity - the reviews here are NOT for the same style, shape & quality that is in each lot. I got the 64 oz. 3 pack of 6 bundles - 18 containers total in the lot.


These are big softgels, but they are easy to swallow. So smooth. The 60 softgel bottle is a 30 day supply. Just two a day provides 2500 mg of fish oil,  EPA 900 mg, DHA 600 mg, Other Omega-3 Fatty Acids 300 mg. This is a good amount!

I have no problem taking this-- swallowing big smooth softgels dont bother me, I get no stomach upset, and not even any fishy tastes. Hint of lemon. I keep it at my desk and have it shortly after my first meal of the day.  I take fish oil for my health, as we all should! More specifically to keep my cholesterol on check. All the other is bonus. I got remiss on taking fish caps. I normally buy liquid as it is usually easier to find the higher amount, and many of the soft gels types that I have tried have been woefully low (like, maybe 10% of this). I was working through some low dose/tiny softgels. I really need to get back to taking larger amounts, daily. The Vimerson Health Fish Oil Omega 3 has allowed me to do that. Sometimes I add in my other softgels later in the day, or take a swig of my liquid fish oil (my doctor said I can up to 5000mg daily- so I can double what I take of this, or just use up my other stuff).

Some fish caps and liquids can have a fishy aftertaste/burp. I am not sure what causes that-- whether it is the formula, or when it is taken. I haven't had that issue with these, but I do take them after I eat in the morning.

I included pics of the softgels, the measurement, and even of one in my mouth. I suppose one could pop the soft gels and empty it out onto a spoon, or food. But really, these go down super easy... unlike tablets, capsules and softgels tend to be like that.


This is a smartly designed cervical collar.  They have a very credible collar/brace, with various 'pads' to offer a variety of function.
The 'comfort pad' is the simple pad, that extends the collar. It does have a pocket, which you could insert a gel pack (this is not mentioned in the product details, nor is any gel pack included) to have heat/cold therapy.
The magnetic pad looks like a regular pad (no pocket), until you touch the pad and notice some hard objects embedded inside the pad. these are the magnets composed of Tourmaline. Tourmaline magnets are used to promote circulation and calm/soothe one's nerves/anxieties. These magents also 'self-heat' warming up as they come in close proximity to the body.  I had my doubts about this feature.  However, after testing the pad by placing it on my thigh, it gradually warmed up.  I will admit that I was surprised.
The heating pad has a receptacle to accept a power cord. This cord connects to a USB source for power. Note that no USB power plug is included. For a device like this, I think the appropriate USB power plug should be included. Just be aware that you'll need to be near a USB port or have a spare/available USB power plug.
Attached to the USB power cord is the controller. It has two functional buttons: timer and heat controllers.
Pressing each button will cycle through their respective options. An indicator light will signify the chosen selection.  Very simple, especially with good contrast, easy to read/understand labeling.
The cervical collar, with three functions, delivers on the product details statements.  It performs as expected, including the surprising magnetic (Tourmaline) pad. As a simple cervical support collar, it is comfortable with adequate support. And since the pads are similar, this comfort and support is consistent amongst the three function pads.
Attached are photos to show real world images of the collar, with a ruler for size reference.
Based on these initial impressions, this product meets expectations, earning a 4.5 star rating, with a high level recommendation.


I am not a ‘cigar guy’ but I have a few cigars and needed a legit humidor to store them. I smoke maybe 2-3 cigars in a year so budget long term storage is what I am going for. This humidor was easy to setup and had instructions on how to season the box and test the hygrometer. I like the window on the top of the box because it lets me read the hygrometer without opening the lid and letting the humidity out. The rest of the box feels solid and well built, the outer finish is polished and shiny so if you’re into a more traditional look it might be a little too much. The cedar interior is also well built and thought out, there’s one included separator for the top shelf to help organize your cigars. The lid creates a good seal. Wood (especially cedar) can have the tendency to warp or change its shape but they have done a really good job machining the lid to have a perfect fit and seal.

The hygrometer included is digital and can’t be calibrated. I checked it using the salt on a spoon method and after 6 hours it read 73% which is pretty close to 75% and within the margin of error +/- 2% in the instructions. The temp reading takes awhile to adjust but after an hour it was reading the exact room temperature.

The included humidor puck and hygrometer are loose and each have some 3M double sided tape to attach them to the interior of the box. This was one feature I was not a fan of. The box has a premium feel and does a really good job of holding a consistent temp and humidity levels so it was surprising they went with cheaper components. The hygrometer looks like it was added to the kit last minute and doesn’t fit the rest of the theme. I can’t bring myself to slap it with some 3M double sided tape to the nice cedar finish on the inside so I just set it under the window frame. I may upgrade to a nice looking analog hygrometer in the future.

If you are a cigar newbie like me this kit has everything you need minus the humidor fluid and cigars. The strongest feature of this box is well it can keep a consistent humidity level which is fundamentally what you need a humidor to do.


So I just received my heating pad.  The cord and pad seem to be high quality and the cover is very soft.  However, the description of this item was not accurate, and dishonest.  I believe in honesty and integrity.  Apparently this company does not.
This item has no digital controller as pictured but part of the cord has a controller (3x1 cm) that displays a  0.5 cm circle that changes color-- red, yellow, and blue.  I am assuming they are heat settings but the instructions describe it as displaying numbers.  The instructions and some of the reviews have such poor grammar that I am sure are probably translated using google translate or something,
The disclaimer on this item (tiny print) states:  While we work to ensure that product information is correct, on occasion manufacturers may alter their ingredient lists. Actual product packaging and materials may contain more and/or different information than that shown on our Web site. We recommend that you do not solely rely on the information presented .  So legally they are ok but morally?
I received a threatening email from seller that they were going to report me to amazon if i did not change my review.
I reported seller to amazon and now i continue to get multiple emails from them.  One of them states:
Dear  Dawn,
“This is Teddy from Amazon seller - Brigenius.  Sorry for disturbing again, friend.
Regarding to the problem for the item,  may I know if you receiving the previous emails about the solution？
As mentioned,  we would like to arrange full refund or free replacement for you.
Your response would be highly appreciated.
We are not US seller, we sell on amazon and serve for you, and we need a good reputation, we need make money to feed kids and our family,
so please don't worry about the after-sale service, you can contact us at any time for any issue.
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If I could describe this product in two words, it would be: absolutely worthless. I originally bought these for my Firefighter II class last fall. Since the majority of the class is truck related tasks (ventilation, extrication, forced entry, etc), I figured I would get heavy use out of these.

When they arrived, I noticed they were flimsy and cheap looking. The eyecups looked shallower than the picture. But, given the price, I gave it a pass. I eagerly packed them with my school stuff.

The next day we were doing ventilation drills with chainsaws. I put these on and watched my instructor draw the cut pattern. I guess, to be more precise, I watched a cloudy version of my instructor as the lenses began to fog up. Wait… weren’t the lenses anti-fog? I chalked it up to being in the warm apparatus bay, but brought along my regular safety glasses just in case. I checked the vents and one of them had slid closed, so I reopened it. I wiped the lenses with my thumb (since I was in full gear) and put them back on. While I was waiting for my turn to cut, they started fogging up again. So I put them on my helmet and used my glasses.

I took them home that night and brainstormed how to make them work. I liked the way the amber lenses cut out the sunlight and they looked cool. I really wanted to make these work. I reasoned the vents closing (they had slid closed again several times) was the problem. So I removed the covers so they were always opened.

A couple of days later we were doing extrication work on a MUCH colder day (in the teens or so). I slipped these on and they still fogged up off and on. But when I started doing any kind of work, they fogged over again. So I retired them to the back of my helmet for the rest of the class.

The plus side is since I put the goggles on my helmet backwards, people started calling me Wildcat. I've noticed the poor reviews of this product, and its similar iterations. I wish they existed before I bought these; I wouldn't have wasted my money.


Pretty good! Helps keep my sanity when I get hungry before my main meal.  I think it makes for a quick snack- either to take care of a sweet tooth need, or just need something to nosh on to take care of hungries before next meal. When I am on the go all day, I often dont eat anything until dinner (Im just not hungry, and copious amounts of coffee and/or a smoothie takes care of my need to masticate a meal), but.. sometimes I do get a little hungry. OK, sometimes a lot. lol.  I pack some snack bars just in case, but sometimes I want a better mouth feel/different texture than what a dry bar provides. SO give me cheese stick, olives, meat stick.. and now these yam sticks. Of all the other options, these are the easiest for me as they are room temperature stable. Now I can have one of these and maybe a handful of nuts, and I am satisfied enough to hold off until dinner.

Has a light, mild taste. I think kids would like this as it isnt as strong as some sweet potatoes. I know some of the flavor is dependent on the type of sweet potato/yam used, and region. That is the extent of my expertise, though haha.

 The texture is decent. It is a soft with a little bit of chew. Easy to eat. I have another yam product I prefer (about as mild, but little more chew), but I would totally buy these again. If only because I can control myself better. This is 80 calories per stick, where as the other is a bag at 180 per serving/bag. Not bad, but I dont always need that much at once (but I cant control myself haha). So different items purchased for different reasons. If you want to get fancy, this would be delightful paired with a slice of turkey or chicken, then maybe a slice of cheese all rolled in a small soft tortilla shell. Or ditch the meat, and add in avocado. Hmm, making myself hungry now.

Yammy: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08SYBSSN3


A streamer that shoots sound (music, movies, computer) wirelessly into your hearing aids gives much clearer sound. For a while I bulked at the high price of the Oticon ConnectLine TV 3.0 for Oticon Opn. But I jumped for it when it went on sale (from Hearing_Aid_Accessories in the UK), and I'm glad that I did. The sound is awesome.

You pair your hearing aids once to the streamer. Pairing adds a new mode; so now I have NORMAL, CLASSROOM, and STREAMER; hold down the right HA button for three seconds to move to the next mode. Five minutes with no sound moves you from STREAMER to back NORMAL mode, presumably to save battery power; sometimes this is convenient and sometimes not -- but it takes only a few seconds to bring STREAMER mode back. The connection is very stable; if the sound starts breaking up, change the batteries -- they are almost dying anyway. You can move a pretty good distance and still keep the connection; this is good for doing exercise videos or for jumping on a trampoline during football games.

The photo shows my setup. My external speakers are on the bottom; the top has a 4-output amplifier on the left and the Oticon streamer on the right, both secured to the top by velcro strips. The wired amplifier input goes into the back of my TCL TV and gives whatever sound goes with the main screen (computer, TV, Roku streaming, whaever). Amplifier output 1 goes into the speakers underneath, 2 and 3 go into pillow speakers (these give quite good sound when your head with HAs rest on the speaker -- this is a a cheaper alternative but limits mobility), and 4 goes to the Oticon streamer (with the amplifier at max -- click the hearing aids to regulate volume). While I can adjust the sound of all four independently, I use the streamer most of the time.

If you want the sound louder, max the volume on your hearing aids and lower the audio going into the streamer. If you overload the streamer, the audio quality suffers.

For additional HA and streamer features, get the free OTICON ON app for your android or apple phone.

If you're on the fence, buy this device -- the sound is amazingly good.


I have been a physical therapist for 17 years and the Bodyblade has been an important part of my practice as well as my fitness program.  I remember that I was impressed with the Bodyblade when it came out and I am still just as impressed.  I have two Lites and a Classic at home.  I came on line today to purchase another for home and more for our new rehab clinic.  The Bodyblade was in the top portion of my equipment list for the new clinic. I use it for lots of orthopedic patients but it can be good for neuro patients as well such as paraplegics and more.  It is light, portable, fun and effective.

Sure, I do get some people who can't figure out how to make it work but many do figure it out, some faster than others.  The people that "get it" are impressed with it's effectiveness and have fun doing it.  Some purchase their own for home.

Regarding sizes:  The Lite is fantastic for rehab of the shoulder, especially for single-armed exercises.  I use them at home for straight armed exercises as well since the straight armed exercises are more challenging.  The CXT is great for beginner core strength and for progressing shoulder rehab.  I personally think that lots of folks could get by with a CXT for some of the more difficult core exercises.  I am a pretty fit guy (but only 155#) and find that I have to decrease the intensity of my oscillations of the Classic quite a bit to last very long on some of the core exercises.  That's why I'm purchasing a CXT for home.  If a person can get two blades for fitness, I would recommend the CXT and the Classic.  I can't imagine how difficult the Pro model must feel.  I would recommend that for big, strong college and professional athletes.

The blades are so easy to store and you can take them with you to exercise on vacation or outdoors, etc.  They are very durable as well.

The videos are educational and the workouts are good.  A person can be so creative with these, so "the sky is the limit" as to what you can do with these.

I still believe that Bruce helped revolutionize rehabilitation and fitness with the invention of the Bodyblade.  Thanks, Bruce.


I purchased 30+ oils and products from Wisdom Product Co., and very please with quality and services. I'm a novice in mystical world and learning. As a student, this co. is a source for products that doesn't break my budget, and send me to the poor house (I'm already there).
I not yet able to grade the oils or product to be superior by magical results, only by apparent of workmanship. I think it is largely depend upon the skills of the practitioner on how to use the products.
Compare 14K gold Plated talisman listed for only $2.95 versus $10. from other sellers; 2" 14K gold Plated money tree at $2.50 (3 or more at $2.25) versus $10. > $14. from other sellers.
On my next paycheck, I will get a bunch.
Highly recommend this Wisdom Product Co. to anyone who is on a budget like me.
Thank you for making these products available tot he public at such affordable price.

3/10/2014 It works! Like many of you out there, I'm having a hard time with the crashing economy. I have $2.92 left in my bank account. I used the oil in the mojo bag, and carried it with me every time get out of the house. In less than one month, my former employer (multimillionaire) who cheated on me on every pay check , sent me a small check (unwillingly). Not much, but it will allows me to get by (frugally). I think this is the beginning of good things to come. My $ earned finally comes! It is small for now, but I hope / wish that the magic continues to work for me, and wheels in a big one before the year end. I'm keeping my finger crossed!

For a couple bucks, there is not much to lose. Highly recommend it -- I got 800 times in return! Hope all of you out there, having tough times, get a break like I did, and hang on to your faiths. Good luck everyone.

Ben T. Shimabukuru
Descendant of the House of Venus.


I have not tried a Glucosamine Supplement before so I was anxious to give the Viva Labs Glucosamine Chondroitin combination a try.  I dove into the research and discovered that this particular supplement is designed to help relieve your joint pain, improve skin health, and remove toxins as well as help repair cartilage. Diving into a bunch of clinical studies I found many that showed improve of subjects, and also many that showed it was no better than a placebo.  With the scientific studies being divided I figured the best thing to do was to give it a good try.

I compared this to a lot of other products you'd find at Wal-Mart and other online and it seems this product may be slightly less potent per pill than other offerings, but if you calculate the price vs dose ratio it isn't actually much more expensive. I also feel that the capsules allow for better absorption than those solid pills.

I gave this particular supplement a minimum of 30 days to ensure it was given plenty of time.  I have back joint issues, knee issues, hip issues, wrist and shoulder issues, etc.  So I knew if it worked I would at least know from one of these improving.

A lot of places suggested to take a "higher starting dose" for the first couple of weeks to help build up the body's levels of the supplement.  So I took a daily double dose for those two weeks, and then a normal recommended dose the remaining 2 weeks.  The pills themselves were fine and I had no issues, they were slightly big but nothing too difficult to swallow.

I honestly did not notice significant improvement until well into the third week. I was getting out of bed and going about my day without even noticing any pain, when previously I acknowledged the pain constantly as it was hard to ignore.  By the end of the fourth week I feel that there was a 75% reduction in joint paint throughout my entire body.  I look forward to trying it longer to seeing if there is additional improvement.

DISCLAIMER: I was given a sample unit by the company. I did not promise them a review but seeing as I used it, and I love to review things, I was more than happy to provide a fair review to help other users make an informed purchase.


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-This is a herbal supplement is a nutrient for the bran, not a toxic chemical.  (however you should only take under the care of a physician.)
-Phosphatidylserine is naturally found in meat and fish, and can be more difficult for vegetarians to get the proper amount of Phosphatidylserine from their diet.
-Phosphatidylserine is a phospholipid compound, derived from soy letcithin, and is important to the process of cell membrane composition and inter-cellular communication.  It is also an essential structural component of the neural membranes, where it assists in conduction of electrical impulses and the activities of neurotransmitters involved in learning, memory, and mood.
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Long story short, if you have a big head and you're wondering if these will fit, THEY WILL!

Look: most of the so-called "XL" or "jumbo" masks out there are really just regular masks relabeled as "XL". I was beyond frustrated at buying yet another "XL" mask that felt tight over my face and pulled on my ears even though it was stretched to the max. So when these came up as recommended I decided to bite the bullet and give them a shot.

That was a month ago. When it arrived, it fit like a glove. I have a huge head and this ACTUALLY FITS COMFORTABLY! I don't mean "it fits but you have to stretch it all the way out", or "it fits but just barely", I mean "it fits, it feels fine, and I have plenty of room left over to adjust". As in, "finally, someone understands that not everyone has the same size head". Since then, I ordered two more XL for me and three regular size for my wife. One of the XLs arrived with a defect, but the seller immediately sent a replacement with zero hassle. That's important: any product can have defects, but what matters is how the seller handles it.

The neck loop means you can tighten the mask as much or as little as you like, and it comes in handy when you're out running errands and going from store to store. The filter pouch is nice to have, but the mask is much larger than your average PM2.5 filter, so adding the filter won't really do much -- still, it's there as an option if you prefer.

Care is a piece of cake. We've been washing them in the washing machine using a lingerie bag, then letting them hang to air dry. We've had zero problems.

Again, if you're frustrated with fake "XL" masks and are questioning whether these will actually fit, these are your masks!


My mom raved about the old fashioned Norelco electric razors, but I'd never tried one quite like it. This 5-head razor gives me the closest shave ever! Where has it been all my life? Usually my electric razors are good in a pinch, but they always make look like I have 1-2 days growth. This shaver is different. It's just as close as a manual razor. My legs and underarms are just as smooth as if I've just whipped out the shaving cream and straight razor. I also love how the five heads are put together in natural curves to complement the human body. It's as if this was custom designed to fit over my knee caps - and how many electric shavers can actually get the knees smooth? Up and down, or around in circles, this safe razor will never hurt you.
As an awesome bonus, this razor comes with several attachments. (To change attachments, and to clean it, read the manual and have some faith that pushing and pulling won't break the device.) I've tried the trimmer with the three levels of attachments, and it's not barber-quality but it's good enough in a pinch. The facial massage and scrubber are really nice. The dry brush massage is so gentle, and the soft plastic scrubber really adds an extra oomph to my cleanser. Thankfully, I haven't had to use the nose hair clippers, so I can't report on the effectiveness.
It also comes with a little brush to clean under the heads (again, read the manual), and a small bottle of oil so you can replenish the lubrication. My device came pre-lubricated, which was nice. It's easy to hold, quick and easy to charge in a USB port (cord included), and the electric display shows how much time is left before you need to recharge. It is not waterproof, though, so don't take it into the bath. Dry off and use it after.


This is something that I can say I really have never heard of.  So when I had a chance to try it, I looked more into what it is suppose to do and thought why not?!!  My metabolism sucks.  Since I had my child 16 years ago I've been around the same weight with maybe a few pounds here or there coming and going. Even with changing my diet and doing some small exercising activities it never made a difference. So here you go, a jump start to feeling better.
Bottle contains 4 months worth of veggie capsules. They are easy to swallow and I notice no aftertaste from them.
It's hard to say if there has been a change. My scale was pitched in the garbage after my foster kittens peed on it, but I am going to the doctor next week and we shall see if it has indeed kicked up metabolism.  I have been feeling a little better.  More energy.  I can't wait to see where this will take me.
I recommend this product if you are looking for some help in the digestion area, and a possible kick start to burning away Those carbs.
  In doing research for on Molybdenum Gluycinate, I found the following:  "The main known function of molybdenum in humans is to act as a catalyst for enzymes and to help facilitate the breakdown of certain amino acids in the body. Molybdenum combines with sulfite oxidase to catalyze sulfur-containing amino acids that are crucial for human health. Molybdenum is classified as a metallic element and found widely in nature in nitrogen-fixing bacteria. Molybdenum is essential in trace amounts for human, animal and plant health. In humans and animals, molybdenum serves mainly as an essential cofactor of enzymes and aids in the metabolism of fats and carbohydrates."
I received this product for free or at a discount in exchange for my honest opinion and review.


[[VIDEOID:4397ed60f9bfe181036ea58e157cade4]] Think this is the wrong ozone generator for me. Idk i was expecting magic wet water along with a surfer raining bubbles of pure H3O ohhh ... This Unit is limited as to what it can do, this units max run time is 20mins per hr. Cant do oil. I does have many useless to me setting optinons like run 30 secs one time, 30 secs every hr and same 5, 10, 20 min settings once or ran every hr). There is a convenient sticker menu on the bottom listing by program # and its function and the top control panel u just push - or + button til u get the # and in 5 secs the generator will start and the display will show min/sec time remaining.  This is a nice small size but is NOT a quiet generator it IS VERY LOUD🔊, i dont like it, sounds like a motorboat🚤 in a fish🐟 tank. I do like this can sit flat, has the tube come out the side, thats a big plus star feature, also a plus it has oxygen in hookup option. I have not tried to connect with oxygen tank and dk what needs to be done to use the hookup but regardless the option is a plus. My generator only had tubes and did not have the air stones, wt*, the store has not yet returned my msg, irritated😐. At this point im still deciding to keep or return...how do I know if its really pumping 800, its invisible🤔i dont notice an obvious difference in water between it and my $40 400 unit that btw came the w/air stones and sounds like a whisper compared to this noisy beast🧐 probably better options out there...for sure my cart 🛒is now officially 💯 no prime no buy... 🤨...WILL UPDATE.....


My husband checked continuity across the surface with an ohm meter and this well-made pad functions as claimed. Results, however, depend on many variables. I would just like to caution people not to succumb to expectations that their own experience will be as dramatic as cases cited in the book EARTHING or associated videos. Likewise don't deny yourself the possible measure of success that could be yours because others...even 'science-minded' others... challenge its efficacy. There is a common bias against newer science that does not comport with old science. We don't know everything there is to know about anything, and we are so uncomfortable with not knowing it is easy to shut down our minds when we get to that borderland of what could be. You know your body best. Stay open-minded and work with safe modalities that you are drawn to and decide for yourself on direct personal experience .

My direct experience was after the 2nd or 3rd night of sleeping on this pad that the sore knots running down the outside of my thighs were only slightly tender by morning. They have been a chronic annoyance for years and they were sore again by the next evening but not quite as much as usual. I have lots of inflammatory issues... a collection I have accumulated over years. I expect reversals to take time and be measured rather than miraculous. The inflammation has to come down before the body's natural healing process has a chance. I'm giving it time and then I will add to my review.

There is definitely a side effect that needs more recognition. After several days I felt so amped and antsy after 2 or 3 hours I had to get off of it. THIS IS COMMON! I contacted the manufacturer and was counseled to just moderate my grounding while my body adjusts. In 10 days I was getting a healthy duration of restful sleep and now the energized sensation is welcome because I get up feeling like I can take on the day's activities. Previously my body was so uncomfortable it could not relax enough for me to get any restorative sleep until the sun was coming up. I would get up feeling that I had hardly slept. These results are enough to keep me working with Earthing options.


Disclaimer: I received this product courtesy of Amazon Vine's review program. This review is my own opinion. Beware: At first, I thought this was a whole floor cleaning system; it is just the soap wafers that you put into your own bucket and use your own mop. This is just a small box of soap wafers. Just wanted you to know, since I was confused by the advertising photos. I thought I was getting a whole mopping system along with these wafers.

Directions: You put a little over a gallon of water in your bucket, depending on how much dirt you need to remove. Drop in a wafer to dissolve about a minute, and then clean your floor.

Info:
-As advertised, the wafers are easy to carry around if you have a lot of areas you need to clean, instead of carrying around bottles of cleaner.
-Wafers means no danger of spilling your floor cleaning soap.
-The cleansing wafers are about the thickness of a few sheets of good paper, and feels almost sponge-like, so they are very lightweight
-Vegan
-Cleans your tile floors sufficiently

Pros:
They are lightweight, thin, and easy to use.
I used one wafer to about 1.3 gallons of water, and it suds up nicely. The suds were still there when I was done.
Since it is not liquid, there are no spills from a bottle container.
-Pleasant and very light scent.

Cons:
-I have really dirty floors. If you plan on doing heavy-duty cleaning, you might need something else.

Recommendations for the company:
I wish these wafers came in a reclosable bag. The bag is open on one end, without a way to close the plastic bag after each use, to make sure to keep the product dry between uses. It may help keep the product more efficient between cleanings.

Overall, I enjoyed using this product. I think it is a brilliant idea to put soap into a sheet, kind of like some of the dryer sheets that we use for drying laundry. I only gave it four stars because it did not really clean the difficult stains. I do recommend it for lighter stains and general tile floor cleaning.


I tried and tried over three days to get the eye cups positioned in a way that fit in this mask and finally gave up.

I work the graveyard shift so I sleep in a mask every single day. I prefer the 3D design for comfort and was tired of replacing thin foam 3D masks. I thought I'd try a more premium model and hoped a modular one would get me a more comfortable fit.

While this mask is nice and well-made from good materials, there were some issues that made it a poor fit for me.

First, the eye cups are much smaller than I expected  (and I have a very small head and face) and made from a foam that I found too firm. I had to try to position it under the ridge of my eyebrows to seal out the light, which put very uncomfortable pressure on my eyes.

Also, I'm African American and this mask is really designed for a Caucasian face and head with a prominent nose bridge, narrow nostrils and sort of an egg-shaped head. My nose bridge is shallower, my nostrils are broad, and I have a prominent suboccipital ridge on the the back of my head. Any mask I wear has to sit above that ridge, or the strap will just slide down into my neck.

After much fiddling and positioning the straps every which way, I couldn't find a way to wear it that would seal out the light (I kept getting a large gap at the top just over my nose) and stay put. The single strap is a straight line with velcro and no elastic, so placing it higher on the back of my head caused the front of the mask to gap.

On my final attempt to sleep in this mask, I positioned the strap lower, but tightened it more, and woke up with marks all over my ears and ear pain that didn't go away for two hours. None of my failed sleep sessions in the mask provided an acceptable level of light blocking.

It's too bad, because the product is nice and the seller is great to deal with, but it just doesn't fit me. I'll be returning the product.


I am a disabled old lady who is very limited with the kind of exercise I can do, but I can swim, which I do 5 days a week at an senior center.

I bought a couple of approximately 35X60 inch microfiber backpacking towels for over $20 each, because they were extremely lightweight and absorbent.  Weight is as important to me as it is to a mountain climber,  I can carry only so much.

I was hoping that this was made out of the same material as the towels, and was disappointed to find that it was different, having a sight nap.  Also it was the same size as the towels, but was heavier, 11.2 ounces as opposed to 6.8 each for the towels, of course I believe most of the difference in weight has to do with the weight of the 8 inch velcro strips and elastic band.

It turned out to be perfect for my needs.  The elastic strip around the top is very good with a lot of stretch, and thus I believe anyone who can wrap a 60" towel around themselves will find it fits them.

And the best thing is this wrap is super absorbent, as absorbent as the towels of the same size that were over twice the price.

I hated having to change in fount of all the women in the locker room.  Now, after my shower, I wrap myself in this and by the time I dry the parts of myself that were not covered, the parts that were are dry.  I just put my lower clothes on without even removing the wrap, thus a lot of my modesty is maintained.

I read a couple of other reviews, where people were complaining the velcro stuck to other things, and yes, that is the nature of velcro, but I do not find it a difficult chore to always close the velcro scripts together when not wearing it.

Also, this wrap dries very quickly, in less then a forth of the time as terrycloth.  After hanging it up after use, I find it is completely dry only 4 or 5 hours later.


This little manicure pedicure makeup set is adorable. It's been in heavy rotation since the moment it arrived. I'll start with the nail portion, since that's where my polish-obsessed heart lies.

First, I was surprised by how solid and well-made the tools are. These aren't the cheap nail tools you sometimes find, that are warped or have rough edges. These are perfectly shaped and highly polished to a smooth finish.

Everyone in the house has used at least one set of the clippers. They both work well for a nice, clean cut on the first try. The set includes an ear pick, which I'd never use on my ear, because I don't trust that I'm coordinated enough not to hurt myself. It does, however, make a great tool for cleaning under the nails, as well as putting on rhinestones. There's also an acne needle, for which I feel similarly unqualified to use. It does, however, have a blackhead tool on the other end that I'd consider using.

I've used everything in the set, and my favorites are the scissors and the cuticle pusher. I reach for those most often. The scissors are sharp, and allow for precision in cutting hangnails, as well as decals and stickers. The cuticle pusher lays flat against the nail, so I can get a clean push back without lifting up the cuticle.

Now, the brushes were an exception, and I had an issue with them. They have soft bristles that feel good on the face. The problem I had was that all of them had stray and unruly bristles. That made for streaky application. I decided to take a chance and trim them, which helped tremendously. I still prefer round brushes to flat ones like these, for applying makeup, but, after my bit of doctoring, they provide easy even application of powder, shadow, and blush.

Overall, this is a nice set, and it looks really cute in my nail area. It includes lots of useful tools. Even though I had to do a little tweaking, it turned out well. It would be a great gift for any makeup lover.

I received this manicure and makeup set free to evaluate in exchange for my honest review. Any opinion I've expressed is purely mine and based on my own personal experience using this set.


[[VIDEOID:9607faec4f5f31e5ce2871d461dc97b2]] Bottom line ups front:  This a great simple scale that looks great in my bathroom.  The scale was easy to set up and works great.  If you are looking for something that is simple and straightforward in a scale, this would be a good one to try.

I wanted to get a scale for the master bathroom that my husband and I could use.  I had a lot of options to choose from but I didn’t want something that was complicated or confusing to use.  Something that I could simply just step on and it would tell me my current weight.  I saw this scale and decided to give it a try.  The following are my thoughts regarding this product.

**Pros
1. Easy to use -  All you essentially need to do is insert the batteries and that is it.  The scale turns on and all you need to do then is step on the scale.  There is an option in the back of the scale to choose the whether you want the display in pounds or kilograms.
2. Design - The design of the scale is very nice.  The scale is made out of glass and has line print around the border of the scale.  The design is simple enough that it would fit in a lot of different decor and its streamline design allows you to place the scale in your bathroom without taking up a lot of room.  Another nice feature is the the LCD screen that displays your weight lights up to show you weight even in low light.

**Cons
1. I do not really have a con regarding this product.  The only thing that you do have to keep in mind is that there is a weight limit to the scale so if you do weight 400+ pounds, this scale will not be able to register and provide you your weight.

Disclaimer: I did receive this product at a discount however this does not influence my review of this item in anyway. I do come back and update my review if the there is anything that I missed that was not identified in my initial review.

Please indicate below if this review was helpful.


I am not yet sure of the claims and the effectiveness but I have been told about infrared-light therapy in the past – especially for pain.  I have issues with my ankles and tendons and have torn my achilles tendon in the past.  I still have pain most of the time so thought I would give this a try.  I never heard of the red-light therapy for skin issues but am still fighting an allergic reaction on my hands to something I used in home repairs more than a month ago – so wanted to try it there as well.

The instructions say to use the light one to three inches from the surface of your skin as otherwise you may burn your skin.  I do not think the head of this things where the light is emitted gets that hot.  It gets warm.  So, I did not get any burns even when I put it directly against skin.  Although I did not hold it in one particular place but rather moved it around slightly.  The body of the flashlight gets hot though – well not hot per se, but more very warm – much warmer than the head at least – I should say that is where I felt all the heat.

For my ankle – it didn’t make it feel any worse and after using it at night I felt no pain in my ankle.  My pain is not constant, though anyway.  I tried it on my left hand as well – where the prickly skin is from my allergic reaction.  Upon waking the next day, my left hand looked better – less red – than my right hand.  But to be honest, my right hand is my dominate hand – so it might have been worse off to start with.  Suffice it to say, I am going to continue to use this device on my ankle tendons and on one hand to truly see if I get relief – and long-term relief at that.  So far, so good.
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Seriously, I love this thing.  I hate washing and fixing my hair because it takes forever as I have very thick wavy hair that holds moisture.  It takes me at least an hour to blow dry (usually still damp at the back of my scalp) and straighten my hair.  I've taken to using dry shampoo for 3 and 4 days to avoid washing and doing the process all over again.  Well, this brush solves all my problems.  The day after I got it I took a shower at night letting my hair air dry a little bit before bed.  When I woke the next morning it was pretty gnarly looking (think Janis Joplin). I sprayed it with my heat protectant and hit it with the blowdryer for roughly 5 minutes just to make sure it was completely dry (that underneath layer was still damp).  I cranked the brush up to 450F while I was blow drying and she was ready by the time I was done.  I brushed my hair thoroughly to make sure there were no knots to snag.  Then the miraculous occurred, I think I heard a heavenly choir singing.  I slowly brushed the first section of my hair.  There was no strange pulling, no scalding piece of hair to hold, no weird kinks against my scalp but it was straight!  Oh wonder of wonders, miracle of miracles!  I did one side and then decided I needed to document this process.  I went and got dressed (must wear a bra for the public good) and grabbed my phone to take a few pictures.  I started with the brush at 7:08 and (with wardrobe changes and selfies) I ended at 7:22.  Say what!?!  This brush is my new best friend.  I didn't get any finger burns from lava hot hair, I even picked out a few stray hairs from the brush while it was on and it didn't burn me (what is this sorcery!).  This brush is amazing and I kind of want to kiss it.  If I never buy another hair appliance again I will be totally ok with that.  I love this thing almost as much as I love my first kindle.


I purchased this first aid kit to put in my trailer that I take to craft shows with my embroidery machine.  I thought it would be a nice addition to the supplies I take.  I liked the idea that it was supposed to be for 25 people, was separated into sections for usage, and came in a hard case.  I thought it would also be good to take with us when we go camping.

First, it appears that this item is as advertised.  It is a basic first aid kit to "clean, treat, and protect" in case of accident or emergency.  This is why I am giving them five stars.

When I received this item, I was a bit disappointed in how the box is organized.  The way it is separated is by a six-section re-closable plastic pouch that is marked with what you are supposed to use each of the sections for.  This is a decent idea, but you cannot separate the sections (I guess I could cut them apart), so I can’t organize them the way I would like to.  They are re-closable, but the way it is accomplished is by a sticky strip on the face of the pack that the flap sticks to.  In my opinion, six separate, zip-closable sections would be better, or section off the case.
The supplies provided are basic first-aid supplies.  In my opinion, fabric bandages would be better than plastic ones, as they stay in place better, but that’s just personal preference.  I have not had an opportunity to use any of the supplies yet, so I’m not sure of their quality.  They seem to be the typical, basic ones provided in all first-aid kits.
I think it would be an OK starter kit.  I was expecting a bit more from a “25-person”, “ANSI/ISEA Z308.1-2015 Class A Type III” first-aid kit, especially when it is said to be suitable for office, work, industry, home, auto, and all-purpose.  I guess I was just thinking that there would be a bit more in it.
I received this item at a reduced priced in exchange for an unbiased review.


There are some good things and less good about this, but the review comes with the caveat that sleep preferences are so individual that it's tough to say how much one's view should hold for someone else. But that said:

1) Size:  the footprint is nice. It doesn't take up a lot of space; I'd call it medium size maybe leaning toward small. I've definitely seen many that were bigger, so you don't need a lot of space to use this

2) lighting:  I'd prefer a dimmer light personally, thought the breath function and colors are nice. If you have this right near the bed, it's a bit too bright I'd say, but if it's obstructed or you're  not facing it than it isn't bad at all.

3) volume:  volume control is good--I'm not sure why you'd want it loud (I guess if you have a lot of street noise), but it can get a decent volume on it

4) sounds:  this was the more problematic issue for us. We just didn't find many of the sounds pleasurable or soothing. Some would have soothing parts, but then a loud surge of sound would appear, which would seem to defeat the purpose. We've heard others that were just more tranquil, soothing. some of that can be somewhat ameliorated by the volume control obviously, but still wasn't what we were expecting. There are a good number and variety, but honestly we'd only use 3, possibly 4. On the other hand, if you're looking for "drown-out" sound, you might find that less of an issue

5) timer is good and works well. Never understood ones that came without them, so this is a good, I'd say required, touch

It's a useful, solid product, but not quite as all-around useful as its numbers of lights/sounds might indicate. At least for us.  No concerns over quality--feels well constructed and responsive


I'm surprised I didn't squirm since I have ticklish feet. This foot massager works very well and comes with a manual and a remote control. The quality is there and I love the red metallic color. Depending on where you place your feet, the pressure it puts on my feet can be a little painful sometimes. Maybe not to others but it would be great if there was a setting to have light and hard pressure.

There are 4 different auto modes and 3 different modes that focus on your toes, arch or sole. There are also 3 speed settings and a direction setting which allows you to choose if you want the massage to focus going forward or backwards. You can only use the speed and direction options if you choose to use the massage in manual mode only. So you can choose to get a auto massage, a massage that focuses on your toes, arch or sole, or manually where you can choose the direction and speed.

The feeling, there is a feeling of a ball placing pressure and rolling under your feet and pads on each side that will place pressure and squeeze your feet, syncing with the movement of the ball that rolls. And I do move my feet around to see how the massager feels like instead of just placing my feet in the same area the whole time, this actually helps a lot when I'm uncomfortable with the pressure and only need part of my foot massaged. My favorite setting so far is "sole".

This massager is big but that doesn't bother me since it's a well made foot massager, and there are handles on each side if you want to pick it up. The cord is short but an extension fixes that. The included manual is simple and easy to understand.

Pros:
- Quality, product is well made.
- Works well.
- Rolling balls under your feet and pads on sides sync during massage.

Cons:
- No pressure setting, can feel uncomfortable.
- Short cord.

This is a very promising product, if there was a pressure setting it would definitley help with feeling more comfortable since everyone has different feet. But now I won't have to ask someone for a foot massage and I'm definitely going to pull this massager out after a long day of walking or if I just feel like lounging around and relaxing.

I received this product at a discount in exchange for an honest and unbiased review. My reviews are my own and are not influenced in any way. I hope my review has been helpful, thanks for reading.


I've been using the Aria for about a month now and I'm really pleased with it. I like that it takes a new measurement every time you step on. I've had some scales in the past that didn't seem to budge unless you lost or gained a pound or two, and sometimes that big jump was quite unwelcome. It measures quickly, identifies me and syncs right to my Fitbit account immediately. I was initially concerned because the bathroom that it is located in has the worst wifi connection in my whole house, but so far I haven't missed a single reading on it.

The bodyfat % definitely does fluctuate, but as I'm familiar with other devices that measure bodyfat I also know that things as simple as whether your stomach is empty or full and how dehydrated you are can cause this to fluctuate quite a bit. The percentage itself might not be extremely accurate, but if you weigh yourself at the same time and under similar circumstances daily (ie. first thing in the morning before you've eaten or had anything to drink), then it is accurate enough to let you know whether your percentage is increasing or decreasing over time. This isn't a professional bodyfat measuring tool, and it's unreasonable to expect it to work as well as one.

I'm the only one currently using my scale so I can't comment on the difficulties some people have with multiple users or guest users. Setting it up was extremely simple and now I don't have to wonder if I remembered to log my weight in my Fitbit account or not. In fact now I can't do things like "forget" to log my weight after a rough weekend. I like to know where I'm at on my journey so I don't find myself avoiding getting on the scale to avoid having the weight logged, which I was actually worried about. Overall it has just become a comfortable part of my routine and caused me to have to be a bit more accountable to myself. I'm quite happy with my Aria.


I use essential oils on a daily basis in my home. Specifically the tea tree oil for mosquito bites. Tea tree oil can help with some inflammation of the mucous membranes, which contributes to the pain of a sore throat, but most importantly it can help fight off an infection.o clear up a sinus infection, add roughly 5-8 drops of tea tree oil (you can adjust the amount to suit your preferences, but it is powerful stuff) to a bowl of freshly boiled water. Lean over the bowl, being mindful of the steam, and cover your head and the bowl with a towel. Breathe the steam for a good ten minutes at least twice daily to wipe out that nasty bacteria.Coconut oil also has fungus fighting properties that complement the tea tree oil. Melt down a tablespoon of coconut oil and then mix in 4-5 drops of tea tree oil. Store in an airtight glass container out of direct sunlight, and apply faithfully to the affected area once in the morning and once at night every day. Like I said, we use it daily at home.. and these are only a FEW of the uses. Thank you for reading my review. This is my honest and unbiased review which may differ from yours. I received this product at a discount in exchange for my honest review. That is exactly what you are getting. I do not feel that I owe the seller a good review for their product. I do feel I owe you the honest review on how I feel about the product and the experience I had with it. I will not give out good reviews unless the product is worthy of it. I pride myself on honest product reviews. Feel free to comment if you have any questions about my experience. I rely on reviews for my purchases too and will only give real experiences and opinions. I received this product at a discount for quality testing purposes from the company. I am NOT affiliated with them nor was I compensated for this review. I have no connection to the seller or vendor, and they have no control over what I write.


I love this stuff! I love the price. I love the results, the quality, the quantity in the tube. I even kinda love the tube itself. There’s a certain clinical elegance to it and I like the fact that the tube is recyclable metal instead of plastic!
I am far less enamored of being urged to include the adjectives Moisturizing, thickness and sheerness in my review; how something could be both thick and sheer beats me but I digress.
This is GREAT stuff. And It certainly IS moisturizing, though not oily. Hyaluronic Acid is a powerful humectant- it draws water to it so the moisture comes from the HA, not oil.  I sometimes apply a pea sized amount of this  followed by a dollop of my Clinique Dramatically different moisturizer. It’s certainly fine alone too. A little goes a long way. It has a nice texture, neither too thin or runny nor too thick. It is not greasy at all- either in the hand or on the face. It’s got sort of a soft matte finish. You can feel it slightly but you can’t see it. All you can see is a slightly nicer version of your totally naked face. I mostly use it at night but it’s not heavy or greasy like a lot of night creams. I’ve used day moisturizers far oiler than this. It’s a decent base for foundation. I’ve used this on my entire face/neck cleavage region including the eyes & lips. Any extra I rub into my hands. The Price has gone up slightly but the tube is huge and it lasts a long time. The price is incredibly reasonable in light of the concentration of Hyaluronic Acid which FAR exceeds that of any American product which contains HA- especially at THIS price-point! One could easily spend double or even triple this price for a cream containing less than 5% Hyaluronic Acid! I even sent a tube to my friend(whose skin is quite dry where mine is normal to oily) as a gift and she LOVES it too.
Bottom line- it’s great stuff! Good for any skin type, extremely High Quality with far more active ingredient than you’ll find in any other $20 moisturizer.


I picked mine up at Bed, Bath & Beyond for the same shelf price.  Mine was cheaper with the BBB coupon.  I filled mine up with partly warm water and it maintained the heat for 30 minutes.  I was under no illusions about the bubbles, vibration or massagers being worth anything.  The bubbles and the vibration are both loud even though I have the unit on carpet.  I keep expecting DH to tell me to do it elsewhere while we watch tv at night.  I find the pointy foot rollers more irritating than anything else.  There is too short a placement so you feet must sit in practically the same spot every time. Good for you if you like them.  Larger smooth rollers or none would feel better to me. The first time I used the bubbles it took several minutes to start up and then it worked right off each time.  You do have to use either the bubbles or the vibration if you want the heater to work.

It's a far cry from a professional pedicure station, but just being able to soak my feet in a foot shaped tub was worth it for me.  I do use the vibration and bubbles to help agitate the water and possibly loosen up the dirt that was in my horribly cracked heels.  After one 30 minute soak they looked 100% better.  I use epsom salts that I dissolved in the first pitcher of water I pour into it.  Since it is summer I am enjoying a cool soak for my feet now.  They show one of the 4 attachments that you can put on the center piece.  You'd have to be a lot more coordinated than I am to use it right there.  I do like the attachments which are handy to have right there.  It's kind of awkward to carry so I fill it while it is on the floor and dump the water out into a bucket rather than try carrying it across the room.

Bottom line, I am glad I got it but wish the rollers were removable and it would be nice if the cord were removable, too so I don't have to worry about tripping on it while I carry it if water is still in it..


Let me say first I did not purchase this product on Amazon, but directly from dentallace.com. First, the dental floss. It's amazing! I have very tight space in between my back molars, but this slides through with just enough resistance to pick up what has got to without hurting my gums. What I found ingenious, and I am not sure if this was done on purpose or if it is the inevitable result of producing silk floss, is that the floss is not completely smooth. I don't mean to say it is rough. The intertwined strands of silk create a larger surface area and thus are much more efficient in removing deposits in between teeth! My mouth feels truly clean and refreshed after flossing!  When I think of the other brands of dental floss out there I wonder how come they are all so smooth! But the main reason for purchasing this is that I am actively trying to get my house rid of plastics. Just by making some small changes, we noticed that our waste has decreased tremendously. I have always been worried about the environment and always tried making the best decisions when purchasing anything, but I must say that companies like Dental Lace have made this process of diminishing waste easier these days. This brings me to the only negative observation I made on this product. All wrappings are biodegradable and seem to be made of post-consumer recycling, but the refills come in a small plastic wrapping. If this is made of recycled plastic, of course it is better than using new plastics, but it would have been better if there were no plastic at all.  Plastic can only be recycled a few times to which point it is not viable to be used any longer, as far as I understand. So, in the end, it goes to the land fill, rivers and oceans. The best is to avoid plastics altogether. This is the only reason why I did not give 5 stars to this product. I do hope Dental Lace will consider an environmentally friendly solution to the use of plastic in this case. Perhaps biodegradable plastic or waxed paper to protect the floss from contamination? I imagine contamination would be the worry here. Thank you for this wonderful product!


I did extensive research before purchasing a bunch of beauty, health and fitness products recently. I'm from Australia so wanted to purchase the authentic Tahitian tamanu oil. I read a lot of reviews on different brands not having the correct dark olive color or a pungent stench but this product is a deep green shade and seems to be of a high-quality. The smell is there but doesn't bother me.

I've tried a number of things for my perioral dermatitis - steroid creams, hydrocortisone, grape seed oil, hemp seed oil, calendula oil, coconut oil - what I've found to help is to keep the area dry. The best thing to dry-out raw flare-ups is sea salt (Himalayan or Celtic) and I spray this in a small bottle with spring water 3-4 times per day and rinse or dust-off once the salt is dry. Personally, I don't use tap water as I live in New York and the hard water is too harsh for my skin, so I've recently started using alcohol-free witch hazel, which feels gentle, cleans my face well and has also assisted in clearing my skin. I find my dermatitis dries-up fast with the sea salt spray, leaving my skin a bit dry and scaley but raw bump and itch free.

I've been appling the tamanu oil overnight for a couple of weeks. The brilliant thing is that although it's an oil, it doesn't leave any oily residue or make my dermatitus flare-ups fester like a fungal infection (unlike using steroid creams or the other oils I mentioned above - especially coconut oil, although I use this for the eczema on my body, after drying it up with the sea salt spray, and it softens my skin very quickly). Now I’m waking up with smooth matte cheeks, the redness is reduced and the dermatitis scaring is fading... I'm very pleased!

Hope this review is helpful for others with skin issues!


I have been reviewing a LOT of men's hair/beard clippers lately. At this point, I have seen all types, from starter kits to higher end kits with all sorts of extras thrown in.

It turns out that most of the clippers are apparently made by only a handful of factories, with various nameplates attached, different boxes, and variations in what is included in the kit. The geneal quality of these clippers is suprisingly good these days.

This particular clipper package is pretty spare and I'd call it entry level. You get decent quality clippers in a metal+plastic body, adjustable clipper gap length, and a LCD readout that gives percentage of battery charge available and an oiling reminder (but no clipper oil is included in the package)

A summary of the parts in this kit:

** Clipper with metal/plastic case (lower part metal, upper part feels like plastic), adjustable headgap, LCD charge and oil-reminder readout
** Clipper powered by a 1500 mAh battery, which is smaller than the typical battery for this type of clipper (2000-2500 mAh)
** 4 plastic length guides, NOT color coded
** A USB-A to Clipper charging cable (charger not included)
** A small cleaning brush
** A plastic carry bag
** Instructions
** Retail box

Despite the brand name under which this is listed, the actual clipper is branded as Suttik, model JM-104. A lot of different clippers are available under the Suttik name on Amazon.

The contents of this kit are somewhat below average for this segment. The main attraction here is the clipper, and it's solid--although the construction of the upper part (the part with the LCD display) of the clipper feels like plastic, as does the gap length adjustment lever. I wonder about the long-term durability of the gap-length adjustment.

Given that this clipper and kit fall at the lower end of things (smaller battery, small set of clipper guides, no clipper oil), I'd hope to find this kit for a bit of a discount relative to other options. That said, the clipper itself is solid, and outside of the lack of clipper oil, this is probably most of what the average person will need.


Huh? What? Huh? What? Are you tired of hearing that? I sure as heck did as my 11yo child kept asking us to repeat ourselves multiple times a day. We thought he was testing us. Well, last week the 11tr old went in for a regular check up. Lo and bold: the Dr. could not get in there and see anything as my son’s ears were full of wax.

We came home and did debrox for 2-3 days in each ear to loosen and soften the wax.

And then it was time; time for me to step up and clean out these ears using the elephant ear system.

I filled the bottle in thirds: 1/3 lukewarm water, another 1/3 with room temp hydrogen peroxide,  and rubbing  alcohol for the last 1/3. I did not measure.

When you do to start squeezing the sprayer, You do need to prime it a few times. I did this into the basin so that my son would not feel air blown into his ear. Once the solution was spraying, I put the very flexible tube into his ear, nor far at first.

Two squeezes and wax was flowing. I did this a few times and then started to place the flexible tip into his ear at different angles to make sure we got most of it. I thought we were finished with my sons ear as he said “I can hear!” I said let’s do one more squeeze to make sure. I’m so glad I did the one more squeeze, as more came out.

Since this happened everyone has had their ears cleaned.

I think there are some key factors as to why it worked for us:

1. We used slightly warm water and hydrogen peroxide to soften the wax and I believe the alcohol helps prevent swimmers ear.

2  we prepped each ear for 2-3 days by using debrox.

3. I changed the angle of the plastic tubing in the ear while squirting, so that the different angles would dislodge more gunk

This has saved me money by not having to see the dr. It’s also one last place we moms have to taxi to for the week.

 Buy it, don’t give up too soon; IT WORKS!


How could I live without kinesiology tape???  I've had a problem with my lower back for years now, and NOTHING has ever provided any relief.  Nothing, that is, until my friend suggested I try "K Tape" (as she calls it).  I've bought several rolls of this wonder tape for friends with shoulder pain, leg pain, and even a large lymphodema...but until I tried it myself, I had only their opinions.  Each and every one of them has loved it!

And now I'm a believer, too.  This kinesiology tape is nothing short of a miracle!!!  I slightly round the corners, then place one 8-inch strip horizontally across my lower back just below my waist, stretching it in the middle and leaving about an inch and a half unstretched at each end.  It's easy to put on, and it stays put for at least three to four days (even through daily showers and dips in the pool)!  But the best part is, IT WORKS!!!  It actually relieves my lower back pain!!!  I can see a big difference even in a few hours without it on.  And it's so lightweight, It's almost like it's not on your body at all...you can't even feel it!

I'm very happy with this Vancic Kinesiology Tape and hope you'll try it yourself!  One thing's for sure:  it's a whole lot cheaper buying it on Amazon than it is buying it in a medical supply store!!!

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Update on 1/26/17:  Now that I've used this Vancic Kinesiology Tape for several weeks, I find that it's not as strong or as sticky as other brands that I've previously used.  It tends to get stringy and unravel, and it pulls away from my skin on the edges instead of staying tight.  I have to replace it after two days, instead of three or four.  It's still a great price and it does work...but I'd probably stick with another brand next time.  Thus, I've reduced the stars from five to four.  Sorry, Vancic!!


I have been in a boot for 2 months. I have two Vive knee scooters, one for the car and one for the house.
This basket fits perfectly onto the two little prongs on the front of the Vive where the back pack usefully goes.  The basket does come with a bracket if you want to attach it some where else on the frame. I have considered rotating it to the inside of the neck (using the bracket) because when you roll up to the counter the basket hits about 4 inches before the wheels.  I have to over extend a bit to reach the sink.

I keep my scooter parked next to me at all times and everything goes in the basket for transport to and from the kitchen, bathroom or where ever.  Even taking water from the pantry to the fridge, is much easier when you can just load up the basket.  I can fold my clothes at the dryer, stack them on top of the basket and balance them with one hand to wheel them into the bedroom.  Life is so much easier with this basket.

I can drive if I have to so if I miss something on my delivery list, I do run to the store occasionally.  It is most awkward stuffing things into the backpack (that came with the scooter)  when you're rolling through the store and I originally ordered the basket specifically for that reason.  I was pleasantly surprised at how helpful it is around the house.

I  bent the two prongs on the car scooter getting it on the first time I used it so the basket is not very stable but still works fine just.  I'm hesitant to adjust the prongs because I only have one basket and need to swap it between the two.  It's more a concern for the prongs giving out than the basket.  Yesterday I put a case of pure protein (protein drink) in the basket.  That weighs at least 10 pounds. I tried standing it up but the basket was not very stable (because of the bent prong) so I laid it across the top and it rode securely through Sam's and out to the car. I did have to stabilize the drinks going across those bumps at the door and ruts in the asphalt but the weight did not stress the basket at all. The basket was well worth the minimal cost.


So I don't have a beard but our eldest son DOES! And it used to be a straggly mess (who knew there was more to bears than just let it grow!)
Finding the best beard brush to meet your hairy needs is a matter of finding the right brush that will penetrate your beard without scratching the skin under it and absorbent enough not to lose all the oil before it hits said hairs.  Loving the soft horsehair (though when you think too long on it - horsehair.) with a round wooden handle, nice in the palm but could be a bit bigger. This brush is designed to spread beard oils evenly throughout your beard supplying nutrients to your entire beard.  I know he was dipping it into a lovely shea butter and rosemary concoction and said it had a nice 'drag' to it.

To apply the oil, simply douse out a few drops in the center of the brush and work it into your beardy drawing it circularly throughout.  Simple enough, right?

The brush is equally easy to clean - just wash it with a mild soap and water and air dry.  No reason though unless the oily build up is too much or you are changing product.

Before the purchase (which we got a nice discount on to leave an honest and forthright review of this product!) we'd read that it "fits well in the hand and helps to remove knots and smooth the beard. They also say that it distributes oil evenly throughout the beard."

Some people mention that this beard brush works better for shorter beards than for long dense beards, this is likely true - but our sons beard is just past his lower neck now - quite long.. but it is also very coarse and he wonders if this brush will hold up for the long haul.

If you have a thicker coarser beard, it is better to have a brush with firm bristles so it penetrates deep enough to spread oils or balms completely throughout your beard.  All in all, I think an excellent purchase -and the travel tin is handy to keep the oil off your bathroom counter tops!