I live in a house without central air, and as this has been one of the most humid, hottest summers my area has seen in quite a while, this product had a LOT to live up to.  Thankfully, it passed with flying colors.

I'm one of those lucky people who have both sensitive AND oily, acne-prone skin.  YAY ME.  So it's very, very hard for me to find products that adequately address both issues: the ones for sensitive skin tend not to help with my acne, and the acne-targeted products dry out and irritate my skin.

First impressions: the bottle came with the clay separated, so I had doubts.  There is no strong scent, which I really appreciate; you can detect a little bit of the clay and some of the lavender, but only barely, and once on the skin, any hint of scent disappeared.  It went on easily, did not make my skin feel tight or dry, didn't irritate my skin.  I was able to put my regular makeup on over it easily; even without an added moisturizer, my foundation seemed to go on more smoothly than normal.  And after a day both in and outside (tbh, there wasn't really a difference for me, thanks to my lack of A/C), I managed to avoid the usual oil slick across my face.  There were times when I was sweating quite a bit on my face; I did not notice any stinging in my eyes or streaking on my face.  After washing my face at the end of the day with my usual cleanser, my skin was still soft, not irritated.

The only drawback (and not worth taking away a star) was the actual application method: the instructions indicate you squirt into your hands and pat on your face.  Doing it that way, I felt like more product ended up between my fingers and on my hands instead of my face.  I tried it with a cotton pad instead, using the patting method, and it appeared to work just as well and saved more of the product for my face instead of my hands.

Overall, this is an excellent product, does what it says it will (and very well), and though I received this as a complimentary product, I would most certainly pay money to get it again.

I was sent a complimentary sample of this product for reviewing purposes. Any option expressed is mine alone, based on my personal experience with the product.


Wow, where do I start lol?  I have been using coconut oil for almost two years.  I first started using it when I came across an article about how to clean and whiten your teeth naturally.  I had become curious at that time, so I read as much as I could about cleaning and whitening teeth with organic extra virgin coconut oil.  I couldn't get enough of reading the testimonials because I am curious like that.  So once I got tired of reading, I decided I was sold on trying it.  I have to admit, when I first tried it, it made me want to gag.  But I reduced the tablespoon down to about a teaspoon for about a week until I got used to having it in my mouth.  Long story short, it definitely works for me.  After about two months of using, my teeth felt clean and I told a friend, who was asking about it, that at times when I rub my tongue across my teeth, I could feel a silent squeak.  I know, but it's true.

My next experience was trying to figure out how to incorporate coconut oil into my diet.  So off I was to research adding organic extra virgin coconut oil into my diet.  I decided to start adding a tablespoon into my green smoothies that I drink each day or every other day because I read that it aids in dieting.  I had already lost quite a bit of weight just with green smoothies, but wanted to incorporate this in for the health benefits.  I just started doing that a about a week ago.  Will see how that works for me.

And lastly, I have been mixing organic extra virgin coconut oil in my hair oils and body lotions.  I've just started making my own body butters and this is one of my main ingredients.

I received this organic extra virgin coconut oil at a discount in exchange for my honest opinion.  I can't say to much more about this oil.  It's great and I can't see myself without it.


Even though sports socks of this length and thickness are typically a seasonal clothing article, I love these leg warmer socks. Our weather here in Ohio has again been unpredictable and now we have some late spring snow, so these couldn't have arrived at a better time for me. The color is a dark black color. These are one size fits all sizing and they really stretch. They are also very thick -- I don't think enough to make your shoes too tight on you but the 1 thing I could think of that could be a down side so I tested that theory and tried with my shoes and boots and DID find a tighter fit on my knee high boots in my calf area but not a "deal breaker" for me at all! No problem with any other of the shoes or boots I wear mainly.

Depending on your own legs it is not certain how long on you these would be but I wear a size 6.5 shoe and am not tall so they fit just about like in the picture...above my knee. I checked the sewn area around the toe and it is well sewn and only a couple of loose threads that came right off. I found a few small snags but you don't see them when on as they stretch out. O.K. so now I have washed and dried them and NO CHANGE noted at all! They did not shrink but I did dry on low just in case, never hurts right. I may be getting more of these for my daughter who is always cold. But really these are well made, long warm socks or leg warmers if you want to call them that. I did receive these at a discounted price in exchange for my honest opinion which is exactly what I do and why I take time to try with shoes and such. All my opinions are from my own experience with any product I receive. I would really recommend these "leg warmers". The color is also very nice -- I chose black to keep them neutral, and they are accurately pictured in this Amazon listing. The other color options look great -- I may go back and buy another set with a different color.


If I could have given 0 (zero) stars I would have.  I played around with this piece of junk for almost 2 hours trying to do a chignon.  When you put your hair into the clip, as you pull it down to the ends of your hair, it turns and flips on you so you are fighting to keep the miniscule teeth of the clip on your hair the entire time.  IF (and that's a big IF), you finally get it into position so you can roll it back down towards your head, as you start rolling, your hair starts sticking out of the clip and by the time you are down and ready to twist it closed, you have very little hair in the chignon and most of it sticking out (assuming you did not get it tangled in your hair).

I tried wetting my hair, applying a light gel, everything to keep my hair together, but nothing worked.  I wear my hair bone-straight, same length all around (even cut, like a bob), thick and falls about 4 inches below my shoulders.  I even tried sliding it down to the end, but leaving about 3 inches of hair beyond the clip, and tat still didn't work, the clip still did not roll the hair down properly.  These were my personal experiences with the clip, other issues I had with the product:

1) Instructions are ONLY written in Kanji (Chinese) letters.  The least the product vendor can do it slip in an English (or even Spanish) translation when selling the product to US purchasers.  I should not have to have my laptop running the video while I am trying to do my hair.

2) The clip really is made of a cheap, flimsy plastic, so it has absolutely no ability to stay straight on the hair and not bend/flip.  If you have thick hair, avoid it, since you will have trouble getting in position to even start the roll down.

Overall, the clips (I ordered two of them) went back very quickly to Amazon (and yes, is there a reason why Amazon ships two flat pieces of plastic in a box designed to hold a book? They could have been shipped in a manila envelope...thereby saving the customer shipping charges).  This product has absolutely no quality and considering the pirce paid, iyou would be better off going to a "dollar store" and getting something for 99 cents!


This product was recommended for my Dad by his regular physician.  She felt that at his age (86) his body was not absorbing the vitamin tablets he was taking, and she wanted him to try this.  She sells this as part of her weight loss clinic, and I bought the first canister from her.  I followed her directions to give him 1 scoop once a day mixed with about 1/2 cup water or juice, and I noticed a slight positive improvement in his physical and mental abilities.  When that canister was empty, I went back to her office to get some more; they were out.  They were out for the next 3 weeks, and my dad's health, physical and mental, was declining rapidly.  So I ordered it from Amazon using the Prime shipping option on a Friday, and received it 2 days later, on Sunday.  I mixed it according to the canister directions, which is 2 scoops once a day mixed with about 1/2 cup water or juice, and gave him a dose Sunday night, and another mid-day on Monday.  His mental and physical health bounced back dramatically by Tuesday.  So I continued to give him the 2 scoops dosage.  This product has probiotics in it and that has helped with his elderly digestive issues that had developed.  I quickly found out that since it is a powder, it does not mix well when stirred, but does mix very well when put into a jar with a lid and is shaken.  It is like any dry powder:  it takes a bit of time to absorb the liquid.  The product is a red powder, and mixes up to look like an opaque red kids' drink.  It tastes like a mix of red kids' drink and grapefruit juice; it has a strong citrus flavor.  I take this as well now, and I personally like it better mixed as directed then put into a larger cup and topped up with orange juice.  I also prefer it chilled, so will add a cube of ice just before serving.  Every other vitamin powder I have ever tried looks and tastes like pond water with algae in it; this does not!  It is very pricey, but if you or someone you know is having some issues, physical or mental, try it; it might help.


If there's one thing that's a staple in every clumsy person's medicine cabinet, it's the legendary tube of Neosporin. Let me tell you, this little ointment has saved me from countless minor catastrophes, and it deserves an Oscar for its spectacular performance in healing my epic boo-boos.

First off, let's talk packaging. Neosporin comes in this cute, tiny tube that practically screams, "I'm here to save the day!" It fits snugly in your hand, like a superhero awaiting its grand entrance. Just squeeze a small dollop onto your finger, and you're ready to embark on your healing journey.

The texture of Neosporin is a heavenly blend of smoothness and stickiness. It's like spreading unicorn magic on your wounds. The ointment glides effortlessly over cuts, scrapes, and burns, creating a protective shield against the evils of infection. Plus, it has this delicate medicinal scent that instantly transports you to the sterile halls of a hospital—oh, the nostalgia!

Now, let's get to the real magic—how quickly this wonder balm works its wonders! Seriously, it's like a magician pulling a rabbit out of a hat. One moment you have a painful, red gash, and the next, it's like the wound fairies came in and kissed it all better. Neosporin works its healing mojo, leaving behind only a distant memory of the injury. It's like a superhero swooping in to save the day, leaving you in awe of its powers.

But wait, there's more! Neosporin doesn't just heal wounds; it also possesses the uncanny ability to make you feel invincible. Slap a bit of this miracle ointment on your scrape, and suddenly you're ready to conquer the world. You'll be doing backflips, climbing mountains, and maybe even running a marathon—all thanks to the healing powers of Neosporin. Who needs a cape when you have this little tube of magic?


There are small usually insignificant problems with this particular pendulum. One detail is that the witness chamber is very very small. And if you used powder or fluid in the chamber it would be hard to clean such a small area. I never use a chamber so that doesn't matter to me but if you like a witness chamber then this isn't the pendulum for you. Something that you need to know is that there is a brass keychain style of chord from the inside of the top of the pendulum that isn't shown,. unless someone adds a different picture. The chain emerges from the top of the pendulum bob and cannot be swapped for another chain which for me is fine. The length of the chain from the top of the pendulum bob to the small ball at the end of the pendulum is exactly 5 1/2 inches long which is good for map and chart dowsing in particular. The pendulum bob itself is 2 inches long and is a slightly heavy pendulum. It is the weight of a very small fishing weight. Most people prefer a little weight to a pendulum. I do and so this is another matter of taste.
This is a good strong heavy duty professional quality pendulum which is what matters to most people and it looks great. It is a top of the line quality pendulum.
Here is my primary problems, and it's with the descriptions on this page that is used for this pendulum,. and to a degree with other pendulums that are labeled Xeonix pendulums on Amazon. First one very important point is that this style of pendulum is known as an "Isis pendulum" which is a style of Egyptian pendulum. People looking for either Egyptian pendulums or for an Isis pendulum can't find this pendulum unless they really really know where to look. And Xeonix isn't a pendulum supplier not a manufacturer because there are  many other styles of pendulums could be mislabeled a brand of pendulums. They supply other metal pendulum and wooden pendulums and over 50 styles of crystal pendulums and a lot more so most pendulums could be mislabeled as being Xeonix pendulums. If the page labeling is changed soon then I will revise this part of the review.


Just received this today and started using the treatment creams and the oil tonight and wanted to give my first impression.

There's a lot of stuff in here for just $20, especially considering that these same products in these same sizes go for a minimum of $4 a pop on the Nailtiques website.  These are very small containers but I'm thinking they will last for at least a month, some possibly longer depending on how much is used each time.  So far I've used the cuticle and skin gel, the nail moisturizer, the oil therapy and the hand conditioner.  This would be a nice gift for someone who loves taking care of their nails.

Right off, the scent is quite nice, not overpowering.  These are rich feeling but not greasy at all.  They seem to sink right in and give relief for that dry feeling my hands and nails can sometimes get.  I decided to use these first then I'll put on the protein tomorrow.  My nails are not all that soft but they do have ridges and tend to split along those ridges.  They also get very dry and tend to peel.  This kit seems to be perfect, although, not sure I'll be using the foot cream much since most likely I will only get one application out of the tiny container.

Included in the boxes for both the protein and the oil is a very short guide which describes all of the products and directions for use along with suggestions and tips for specific uses.  Otherwise, it's up to you how you use these.  I applied the cuticle and skin gel first, then the nail moisturizer, then the oil and finished up with the hand cream.  If you go to their website and look at the FAQ page, they state that the nail moisturizer promotes nail moisture and the oil seals it in.  I just went to the website and read it over so that I had an idea of how to use these things for the best results.

Now, keep in mind, the formula 2 protein does have formaldehyde resin in it, which is what helps strengthen the nails, but if you have a problem with using anything with formaldehyde, you'll probably want to look at something else.

I've read so many good reviews of the Nailtiques products that I was willing to give this a shot.  Only time will tell if it'll work for me or not.


These Lauon Mesh Food Cover Tents are such a game changer, I never even knew these existed! They are very functional & extremely useful for all of us whom incorporate a large portion of our lives to outdoor activities. The tents would make your love of outdoor eating at places such as backyard bbqs, forest preserve gatherings or beach picnics so much easier! You get six 17 X 17 food cover tents in this package, they’re big enough to cover a full size plate, a tall glass of drink, utensils, napkins & even a side salad bowl or corn on the cob holder. They’re extremely roomy enough to fit plenty of food underneath them regardless of width or height as they’re just as tall as they are wide. The possibilities are endless of what these can cover keeping your food safe from insects or even from being knocked over as the large tents are hard to miss. My favorite thing about these mesh tents is how easy & quick they are to operate, you simply pull the string at the top until the plastic notches at the center connects and it pops open. It’s lightweight & lightening quick which is what you need when you’re very busy hosting, preparing & presenting food. Then when you’re finished with them, simply pop the plastic notch off from center and it folds down nice and slim for easy storage. I like the cute lace ruffles underneath the tents, adds a little detail to them. The only flaw in these tents is the mesh itself, it doesn’t appear to be very durable and looks like it could rip quite easily. So these would make great vacation food tents where one would only use them for temporarily. However, if you’re careful with them I’d imagine they would hold up for most of your outdoor gatherings as it’s not everyday we eat outside anyways. At the time of this review the item was unavailable so I’m unable to comment on pricing or whether it’s worth the price point. Overall, I love my Lauon Food Cover tents and would definitely recommend them for everyone whom loves to eat outdoors as much as I do.


I bought this because I work in a windowless office. Additionally, I am susceptible to S.A.D. and I can't stand overhead fluorescent lighting. I was looking for a lamp to provide natural looking light in my office. I'm not dissatisfied with the purchase, but I probably wouldn't buy it again.

Maybe I should have figured this out, but "natural spectrum" does NOT mean it looks like sunlight. It is much "cooler"--very similar to the ghostly white cast by overhead fluorescent lights. That said, it is superior to standard office florescents in every other way. No flicker, no buzz, no glare (thanks to diffuser grate). Additionally, it's not bright enough to light much of a room. I don't think it could be a sole source of light in any situation. I ended up getting a couple of floor lamps for general lighting in my office (with standard incandescents for their warmer glow), and placed this light next to a work table for additional task lighting. Since it's only supplemental, the white-ness of this light doesn't bother me much in this setup. I also have it cast on a little palm, which seems grateful for the wide spectrum.

One more thing: I don't think this works as a therapy lamp. The product page is unclear as to if it is intended to. Verilux makes nice therapy lamps, and it seems like this lamp uses the same type of light, so it might have some benefit. However, my understanding is that for therapy lamps to work, the light needs to hit your retina directly. This lamp really can't do that in normal situations. I have a directional LED therapy lamp on my desk for my S.A.D. treatment.

Given all this, yes, it's a very high quality lamp and is what is advertised. However, if I were to do it over again I would have gotten a brighter, cheaper lamp for my purposes.


I got this for my wife, and here is her review: This is such a pretty little makeup remover pad holder, and it looks good just about anywhere I put it. The black tin has interlocking gold-trimmed leaves on both the lid and the bottom of the container, with a nice gold band around the center of the container separating the lid from the bottom. When the lid is removed, there is an inner gold-colored lid with a black knob. Lifting the inner lid, I see the makeup remover pads--there are 16 pads in all. The pads are black with gold trim around the edge, very elegant looking, and are 3 1/2" in diameter. The flip side of the pad is black with a different pattern of gold trim, also very classy. The cotton material of the pads is very soft and gentle to the touch and when wiping my face. I love the fact that both sides of each pad is usable, and the pads themselves are all washable and reusable. Washing instructions are on the box--machine or hand wash in warm water. There is even a soft little 100% cotton mesh laundry bag to use. The box then says to place them on a dry towel or flat surface to dry. The online instructions say they can be dried on a low heat, but since they're 70% bamboo cotton and 30% regular cotton, I think I'll just let them air dry rather than risk shrinkage or distortion. I am very impressed with this makeup remover set. Though I am keeping this set for myself, I consider it very giftable and an excellent value. --Update: My wife likes these pads so much I also ordered a set with a pretty pink and lavender container that has pink and white pads, and a set with a pretty blue container that has light blue and white pads. The system won't let me do the other reviews without overwriting this one, so be advised that I am using the same review for all three sets even though, of course, the pictures for the other containers look different.


If you hate cleaning your glass pieces, BUY THIS!!
If you are one of those people who waits wayyyy too long to clean something you should clean weekly, BUY THIS!!
If you are constantly wasting paper towels, baby wipes, alcohol pads, etc; BUY THIS!!

So while searching for alternative cleaning methods to clean the glassware I own I stumbled upon this stuff, at first I thought "Oh great now some 'Organic/Vegan' pipe cleaning stuff" Read a few reviews on it and decided to give it a shot, it was $20 the first time I bought it. THIS STUFF REALLY WORKS! It's no joke, yea it might be a little pricey but you get multiple uses out of it, depending on how much you use each time. What it does it helps the resin/leftovers not stick to the glass, it basically will keep resin/leftovers off glass up to how high the water level is. (see attached picture)
Every time I clean the glass, I'll put in about 10 drops of the concentrate and give it a swirl, THATS IT!  The rezblock does the rest you don't have to worry about anything until it comes time to clean, which I recommend you do at least monthly. When you go to clean it you don't even need warm/hot water, just run cold water throughout and the residue just flows right out. No fuss no mess.
The biggest/best thing about this stuff to me is that it goes right into the water you're using, it's 100% safe to smoke with.
I've tasted it (yes it said natural and safe) it doesn't taste good and it will get sticky after drying so try not to spill it since it's a dark red (see picture)
You DON'T have to empty it all out first and then fill it up with something like this: [[ASIN:B001FV8X70 1 X ALL NATURAL Formula 420 Pipe Cleaner - Cleans - Glass, Pyrex, Metal, Ceramic 16 Ounce]]  which I've used before and while it works, it's just more time consuming, plus you can't smoke during!


[[VIDEOID:f316d6d406e3aa28d32cf35f48dd4a98]] This is an ok razor. It has some nice features such as USB C charging plug which means it uses the same charging cable that many smart phones use. This is really good because many of these shavers are using a special cable that may be hard to find, which is going to be a real problem if you lose it or break it while travelling. The two issues I have with it are 1) The trimmer which performs very poor 2) The pivoting platforms in the head part is sticky. It doesn't move freely. It could be affecting the shave quality which is just OK. It seems to be a sign of poor quality.

Positives
1) Standard USB C plug charging cable. Brilliant.
2) Uses a Toggle on/off switch which I prefer to a button that can be accidently turned on while travelling
3) Comfortable to hold.
4) Reasonably quiet.
5) Seems to use standard heads that many of these Chinese shavers use. The Flyco heads fit and replacement blades are available for purchase (really cheap too).
6) Cheap price.
7) Charging, Full charge and low battery indications. Nice.

Negatives.
1) Quality is suspect. Sticky heads.
2) Lousy trimmer. I would need a separate grooming device to do any trimming.
3) Shave is only OK. The Flyco shaves better.

I suspect the sticky heads is causing the so so shave. I ordered a replacement top head part ($6 on fasttech) so we will see if this improves the shave. For now it gets 3 stars.

UPDATE : Shaving performance has improved considerably. Now it's a great shave. I guess it needed to adjust to my face.

Another feature discovered. This is a cord/cordless shaver.  When the battery is depleted the shaver stops running. No problem. you can simply plug it in and continue shaving. Very nice. Many  cheap shavers are cordless only which means if the battery runs out in the middle of a shave you are rather stuck.


This is a great deal to add a ton of variety for anyone who loves wand massagers. They may not all work for you, and that woyld all be up to everyones different bodies, but there is something for everyone.

Green bulb with little knobs all over it - It was alright. The concentrated vibrations in the tiny knobs were ticklish and fun. Was more enjoyable for actual back/neck massage.

Green with bunny - The penetration part is great. Slid in nicely and fits/feels good. The bunny ears were a little too... intense/sharp when they barely touch the clit area. Feel fine once slid more securely in place.

Red with knobs all over - Was ar first awkward to insert, but the knobs all over felt really good inside with the texture.

Red one like the one above but no textured knobs - Fit was great... felt good going in. Definitely for higher vibration settings as it doesn't transfer vibration as stringly. The butt part was like a nice massage. Clit part was slightly disappointing as the vibration didn't pass through it very well.

Orange prostate - Slightly smaller than expected. Easy to insert. Hit the spot for him. Great addition for couples buying the pack.

Orange w/ anal beads - The anal beads were fantastic. Felt great inserting and removing. It was the right size and vibrations were fun. Curved vaginal insertion was good too, but the beads stole the show. The clit part was really disappointing. Too short to reach my clit, and I'm a tiny girl.

pink/purple straight - It's straight and smooth. Unremarkable compared to any of the others, but would be fine if you were looking for something to move in/out vs keeping in place.

pink/purple curved - the angle curved was surprisingly nice. Hit the g-spot good.

Blue Bangin Bunny - Excellent for anyone who is a fan of bunny vibrators and is looking for a familiar sensation from their wand.

Overall fantastic instant collection for any wand lover. Great deal as a bundle

We received this at a discount in exchange for our unbiased review


First thing is first, for full disclosure sake, I am an employee of Beachbody.  That, in addition to my extensive marital arts training and fitness lifestyle, makes me hyper critical of all workout and performance supplements.  Aside from my sensitivity to caffeine, I generally dismiss a product if it does not have a direct usefulness in the many martial arts practices and competitions (Wrestling, Jiu Jitsu, Judo, Pankration, MMA) I take part in.

I've tried Gatorade, PowerAde, Body Shield, Vitamin Water and a slew of other "Sports Drinks" designed to help rehydrate a body after an intense workout, but I generally have the exact same experience each time.  I step onto the mat for my match, fight furiously (I promise that no workout is as intense as 1 on 1 combat) and come off the mat with muscles that are generally blown out and cramped from intense exertion.  This wouldn't be a problem if I had loads of time between each match, but I don't and having a constant and flowing use of all my muscles is incredibly important.

Beachbody's Performance line has lots of interesting supplements in it but Hydrate is the one for me and the one product whose effects I notice immediately. Most rehydration liquids do nothing for the cramping that I experience right after trying to choke someone to sleep or rip a limb off, but Hydrate is something special.  You don't need to drink a ton in my experience, as a little seems to go a long way.  A double serving gets me through a solid 2 hour Jiu Jitsu training situation, and I can't rave about it quite enough during my tournament settings.  So far it is the only hydration liquid I have ever noticed to severely cut down or eliminate cramping due to intense exercise, and has generally kept me in the stronger in the game for longer.  It is a product I have no desire to train or compete with out.


We use this as a white noise machine to help our infant daughter sleep. It works pretty well, but my only complaint is that I wish it could get a little bit louder. We live in a small house, and noise from other rooms in the house is still audible (although faint) over this machine. It's a great deal for the price though, and it's not so bad that I am going to buy a different machine. I like that it runs on an on/off switch rather than a timer, as some other brands do - this way, when I turn this machine on, it is on until I turn it off - no spontaneous shut-offs that lead to her waking up.

UPDATE: 9/20/2015 - almost 2 years later, and I feel like I should update this review. We have been using this sound machine every night (and nap time) since we bought it. I originally thought it wasn't quite loud enough for our daughter's nursery, but over time I have come to realize that it is just the right volume and level to help her sleep without me having to be concerned about her hearing. There are other 'sleep noise' products that are probably just too LOUD to be using every night. With this Dohm sound machine, I don't worry about whether her hearing is being negatively impacted by the noise. It IS possible to hear loud noises outside of the room when using this machine, but the machine provides a great sound to dull most noises to a background level. It also is not so loud that it is distracting or intrusive in a way that would keep you from falling asleep.
In the 2 years we have been using this, my daughter has slept great. We even pack it with us when we travel - I am willing to give up valuable suitcase carry-on room for this machine when we fly, so that should let you know how great I think it is. My daughter even asks me to turn the machine on before she goes to bed if I forget.
I am currently ordering a 2nd of this same item since we are expecting a new baby again, and I want to use this machine in the newborn's nursery as well since it's been so helpful for promoting good sleep for our first child.
I've updated my product review to 5 stars.


I never used insoles like these before, closest thing would be those gel ball of foot comfort pads or the heel liners from Dr Scholls over the counter. I am 31, athletic build with bad knee pain and so my physical therapist suggest insoles among many other treatments. I like that these have lines in the back side so you can use them as markings.

They come with these semi- customizable arch pads with a sticky back to stick onto the back side of the insoles. You can choose small, medium, large and soft support or regular support (6 pairs total). Additionally, you can also choose where to put these arch pads on the insoles, that's where the lines come in handy. You can also cut these down to size to fit your shoes, and the lines help with that too.

I can see how insoles would be a challenge for some shoes, I found the Ugg boots easiest to work with because they are so cushy with so much fur you can smush down. Sports shoes would be ok but you would have to remove the existing insoles.

When you first wear these, it takes time getting used to. First time I wore these to walk my dogs, and I was already tired within 5 minutes. Probably want you want to do is slowly introduce it into your life and wear it for 30 mins a day, and gradually increase the time instead of what I did which was walk my dogs and then wore the same boots to work.

Edit: 2/19/21
I have chronic knee pain and got this because the sports doctor and my physical therapist told me to get insoles. At first my feet got tired after only a few minutes. I have been wearing these daily for a while now, and 5 days a week I am taking at least 12,000 steps. I am wearing Uggs, because these are too thick for my sports shoes. I have felt some relief and improvements in my knees and no longer have tired feet now that I am used to these. I wish these are harder with less flex, but they are really good beginner insoles. I will soon be moving on from these to more intermediate, form fitted ones that are prescribed. I am very happy that I tried these, I never had insoles before.


I use these straps to keep my mouth shut so I don't drool and/or bite my tongue and prevent dry mouth. They are not a speck of help for snoring.

This version has velcro and is thick, bulky, hot & scratchy.  The shape doesn't help keep it in place.  There are better jaw supports without Velcro and with a double-strap system that goes on top and behind the head for stability.  This one is better in my opinion: [[ASIN:B00JOQIP3K PCS 500# Snore Eliminator PRO Adjustable Chin Strap Support]]  The very best is at mysnoringsolution.com.  They originally sold for a few bucks.  Now it is stupid expensive.  Such is greed.[[ASIN:B01CH4X0D0 My Snoring Solution Anti Snoring Jaw Strap W Free Sleep Program. Stop Snoring No Sleep Apnea Masks]]

Update:

By far the best is 'My snoring solution' found here.  It's stupid expensive, but it works.  The vendor sells it for $80 elsewhere on the web. [[ASIN:B07C6XWCX1 My Snoring Solution Anti Snoring Stop Snoring Jaw Strap Chin Supporter (Large)]]  Beware, there are imitators.  Look at this photo:  No velcro.  The support is light and soft with elastic straps between a front and back band that allow me to fit it around my ears and not over them.  That is the key to comfort.
 https://www.amazon.com/My-Snoring-Solution-Strap-Supporter/dp/B07C6XWCX1/ref=sr_1_5_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1531171459&sr=8-5&keywords=my%2Bsnoring%2Bsolution&th=1

There is a very close 'my snoring solution' imitation on ebay for about two bucks.  I like it because it is light, comfy and cheap.


I am writing this review under my husband's account and I almost never write reviews, but I felt I must because this product is amazing. I had my amalgam fillings removed years ago and had relief from some of the ailments they caused. However, I set out to find the best way to detox heavy metals because I still had a very weak immune system and had never been able to lose weight (our bodies store toxins like metals in fat cells.) I tried so many detoxes and cleanses but never really saw much results. About 5 years ago I got 6 bottles of Metal Magic (bought from the website on sale) and took the bottles along with a whole body cleanse like the one sold on Baseline's site. Well, the results were amazing! One of the most immediate and unexpected results were that my constant, chronic neck pain was gone. After years of chiropractor visits, and crazy pillows and gadgets to soothe my debilitating neck pain and headaches they just vanished! My immune system got stronger (I'm a teacher and have always been plagued by every bug that went around, but that next school I hardly got sick at all!) Also, I was finally able to lose weight! I had been on a dozen diets through the years but it never had real results. It was like everything that worked for everyone else just wouldn't work for my body. I really think this removed heavy metals stored in my fat cells and once those toxins were gone, I was able to lose the fat. Obviously, it's not a miracle and I was eating healthy (it was a cleanse after all) but I normally eat very healthily without losing weight. Another reviewer mentioned that it has a strong alcohol smell/taste, but it wasn't bad. Maybe if you've never taken an alcohol-based tincture, but it's medicine and not meant to taste good. Give it a try if you suffer from symptoms of heavy metal overload. Over the years, I've struggled with some reappearing symptoms like more frequent headaches, some weight gain, and skin issues so I knew it was time to do another cleanse including metal magic. I've already gotten some great results!


I’d like to start by saying I have very long, thick, curly hair. I didn’t realize just how long it was because I hadn’t straightened it in about 18 months because with 3 kids I simply don’t have that kind of time. A friend of mine mentioned getting a hair straightening brush and how much faster and easier it is so I thought I’d give one a try.

The Moxie Brush really is significantly faster than my regular flat iron, cutting styling time at least in half! I was worried that the brush would pull my hair or cause excessive static, but that wasn’t the case at all. It actually left my hair really smooth. I even noticed that since I was simply brushing my hair, I wasn’t getting burned. I have the heat resistant styling gloves, but I really don’t like to wear them because I like the feel my hair as I straighten it.

At first I kept pressing the buttons on the side while using it, but quickly I got the hang of holding the brush so that my fingers didn’t touch them. I think one thing that makes the Moxie Brush wonderful is that for people who aren’t used to using a regular flat iron, it’s a much simpler design. Aside from being great for your average user, it’s also a game changer for younger girls who haven’t used heated styling tools before, boyfriends who can’t be trusted not to burn off your ears, and people, like my mom, who just love the feeling of having their hair brushed.

I do have to deduct one star because though it took the curls out very quickly, when it came to getting the subtle kinks out it either took a lot of work or simply couldn’t straighten them and I had to go back over them with my regular flat iron. If you’re not looking for pin straight hair then this is absolutely the product for you. I think even despite having to use two tools to get the job done instead of one, this brush still saved me a ton of time and that is what I was going for anyway.

I was lucky enough to get to try out this product at a discount in exchange for my honest review. The Moxie Brush is extremely innovative with a ton of potential. It absolutely saves time, is way easier to use than a flat iron, and less likely to cause burns making it a must have tool for everyone that wants straight hair.


I received this support vest this past Saturday. It was packaged very nicely and was preceded by an email from the vendor. When I opened the package containing the vest, I was overwhelmed by the smell of rubber-like chemical smell. The smell was so strong that it lit up the entire room. I immediately removed it from the house and placed it on an hanger in the garage in an attempt to let it air out. I checked on it Sunday, Monday and Tuesday and it still had a strong smell although less than when I first received it. I tried it on and adjusted the straps as instructed. As some of the previous reviewers indicate, the strap material going under the arm is very uncomfortable (on top of a long sleeved shirt) even when you loosen the straps. This could have been avoided if the manufacturer had lengthened the vest material enough to go under your arms as it is less abrasive.
The buckle used for the strap adjustments is also an issue as it presses up against my side.

As for the magnets, I feel nothing, and wouldn't have noticed that they are there had I not read reviews concerning whether or not they are authentic. I have not tested them.

Today is Wednesday, I decided to wear the vest while working. Again the smell is still very strong and actually gave me a headache and upset my stomach after wearing it at my desk forcing me to open my office door. The shirt I wore yesterday wreaks f the rubber chemical smell. the straps are very uncomfortable no matter how much I adjust it. Overall, the vest does provide decent support, but tends to ride up when you are wearing it. The magnets have no affect whatsoever.

I will give it until Saturday to see if the smell dissipates before I return it. It appears that this was a decent design concept at the start, but a failure upon execution due to the poor materials used. I will update on Saturday to let others know whether or not after 7 days the chemical smell has dissipated. I'm unsure why it has such a smell as I have purchased many items that use neoprene and not one including several support belts had this smell when I received them. The fact that it gave me a headache and upset my stomach gives me pause as to whether or not it is safe to wear. (short of sending it over to EPA or FDA to safety evaluation)


As a person with a 40-year history of allergies, I honestly consider myself an expert on tissues.  In fact, I generally opt for paper towels as my go-to tissue simply for their durability (I generally do not care about the texture or feel).  I found the KLEENEX EXPRESSIONS to be a refreshing approach to the standard box of tissues in that they not only hold-up when used, they have silky texture that glides the tissue across the skin.

WHAT MAKES THESE TISSUE STAND OUT?

My constant need for having a tissue (or ten) on hand at any given moment has led to a more unconventional approach … using paper towels.  The main reasons why I’ve opted for such a heavy duty approach are that most every tissue I’ve ever used presented three issues I couldn’t stand:  1) they easily blew apart and created a mess, 2) they had little to no absorption quality and 3) they were super dry and always left “tissue dust” on my upper lip (especially if I didn’t shave that day).  A paper towel was so much easier to deal with, especially if you could not readily throw the tissue away after use.

The KLEENEX ESPRESSIONS is a big step in the direction I was looking for in a tissue as all three of my issues are simultaneously addressed with this product.  First, the tissues are not dry at all and leave no paper remnants on my upper lip after use.  Coconut oil and aloe are “infused” into the tissue and generate a silky feel that is not moist, but not dry.  The tissue glides across the skin smoothly and does not leave any residue.  Additionally, the constitution of these tissues allows them to be stronger and more absorptive that most tissues I have previously used.  In other words, they do not blow apart and generate a nasty mess after use.

While I am still reliant on my paper towel square as a standard pocket handkerchief, for those with less heavy-duty needs, the KLEENEX EXPRESSIONS with the lotion infused in the tissue offers a high degree of comfort and durability.  For the common cold or sinus infection where constant tissue use turns your nose raw, this tissue would certainly be my recommendation.


I got these for my wife's wheelchair mainly because hers were warn down from years of use such that there was very little padding left, but also because the plastic had broke around one of the brass insert nuts. The screws go into these to hold the arms in place so when the plastic around the nut broke the whole arm became loose. When this new set of arms arrived they looked nearly identical to the originals which I was happy about. Only two screws were included instead of four but at the time I didn't care since I was just going to reuse the existing screws anyway.

Then I went to install the arms and found that these the brass insert nuts in these new arms had different thread thicknesses so my original screws couldn't go in very far. I contacted the seller and they said two more screws would be shipped out to me. I took the two screws that had been included and used them to install one of the arms. These screws didn't look like the black flat-head screws in the picture, though. Instead they were silver-colored pan-head screws. They screwed in just fine and my wife says the armrest feels just like the original, only new.

I'm disappointed that I couldn't use my original screws and that only two screws were included instead of four, but I can't really blame the product for either of these. They look nearly identical to the originals with only a slight difference in the pattern and glossiness of the material. If you look closely at my comparison pictures you should be able to see the difference. My wife finds them comfortable and they look good but I would have preferred the flat-head style screws and to have received all four of them at the same time.

If you found my review helpful please let me know by hitting that YES button below otherwise please leave me a comment letting me know what I can do to improve. Thanks a bunch!

5/14/2018 Update
One of the screws fell out a couple weeks ago so I had to pick up a pack at the hardware store. In doing so I learned that these are 10-24 x 1-1/4" in machine screws.


The sound machine aptly reflects the pictures and descriptions in the product details. There is a large assortment of sound choices, each of decent quality. The speaker is decent, although a bit lacking in the lower frequencies (bass sounds). The sound machine does operate as expected. While the icon based touch buttons are a bit small, they are rather easy to figure out (especially easy if you read the user guide, and view the round card insert that details the function of each button (see attached photo, close up of the round card).
A 3 second press of the 'sun' icon will activate the light feature. Successive taps of that same button will cycle through the various colors. A 3 second press of the button will turn off the lighting feature.  That's an example of how easy and simple the operation of this product.
Opposite the 'sun' icon are the three touch buttons to select the audio/sounds. There's 32 audio options available. You can adjust the sound level, however the lighting intensity cannot be adjusted.
The clock icon engages the timer options.
The operation of the sound machine is much common sense, and pretty straightforward.
An important note: this is not a rechargeable battery operated device. This could account for the better speaker (needing more power for this aspect). While I prefer cordless operation of this genre product, this was not a stated feature of the product. So, this does not negatively affect the rating.
On the other hand, a full AC adapter with long cord is included. Not a USB cable that requires a free USB port, or a USB power plug. This is a plus.
Another feature mentioned is the availability of a headphone jack. I find this a bit odd, but I guess if someone wants the sounds, without disturbing someone in the same room, headphones would be considerate. This scenario only makes sense if you're planning to use the sound machine for meditating or relaxing. I don't envision someone wearing headphones while planning to fall asleep.
This is a very credible sound machine with a rather bright night light feature. It basically satisfied expectations, based upon the descriptions and pictures in the product details. It earns a 4.25 - 4.5 star rating, with a high level recommendation.


I am highly impressed with the performance of my new Muscle Roller Stick by Mava Sports. This roller is a stiff, yet flexible stick, which allows you to reach all muscle groups of arms, head, neck, waist, shoulders, back, legs, and feet. It is made of a durable, hard plastic that gives to allow it to roll easily over the skin. My husband is an active triathlete and marathoner and appreciates using the Perfect Muscle Roller on his aching and sore muscles. I'm simply a mother of three small children and appreciate using the Muscle Roller Stick to treat my tense/tight shoulders and neck. I've also began using it to increase the circulation on the back of my legs and have noticed a much smoother appearance. I highly recommend the Muscle Roller Stick by Mava Sports for anyone with sore muscles or tension, as well as for anyone who wants to improve circulation.

I received my Muscle Roller Stick by Mava Sports at a discount in exchange for my honest and unbiased review. The review above is based solely on my own personal experience with the product. If you found any of the above information helpful, please click "YES" below.

Additional Information (provided by the supplier) ~
Our Muscle Roller Stick are made of High Quality Material, Easy to Use With Comfortable Rubber Handles, Smooth Rotation and Even Pressure From Rollers, Important for Athletes or Non Athletes alike.

- Prevention of the muscle injuries
- Getting rid of Muscle Pain and Soreness
- Enhanced performance of the muscles
- Muscle recovery time acceleration
- Improvement in the flexibility and strength of muscles
- Reduced effects of lactic acid following activity
- Relaxation after workout
- Increased circulation in the points with pain
- Preparing of muscles for athletic and physical exercise
- Increases Mobility and Flexibility and Really Helps With Muscle Tightness in Your Legs
- Helps to Stretch Out Healing Muscles After Surgery or Injury
- Use After Running or Cycling to Help Speed Up Recovery

Mava Sports products come with 30-day money back guarantee. If you don't like our product for any reason at all, get your money back no questions asked


The air cleaner looks modern/stylish. Its a little bulky length wise & I had to rotate & or switch it to the top plug or move the other things I had plugged into another location, but if these actually work as described then moving a few things around is well worth my effort. The thickness of the item still allows you to put things close to the walls if needed. My only concern is I read a review that stated thier unit caught on fire but I've checked both of mine several times & both are cool to the touch. I made sure to not put anything against or close to the units to be safe & also to assure the units can function properly. I purchased 2 for my room of 10ft×10ft b/c I read that one unit does the area of an average sized bathroom so I figured 2 would be perfect. I've been in this home for a month now & despite shampooing the carpets & vacuuming/ changing filters, I'm still having trouble breathing b/c the prior tenants had cats & from the amount of dust & dirt I suck up every time I vacuum I can tell they were not clean people. So I'm very hopeful that these air cleaners help me breathe better. After a month or so I'll update my review & let everyone know if there's been an improvement in air quality or if I just bought two expensive plastic boxes! *** I do wish the manufacturer offered a diagram or explained what is inside the unit that makes it function as described.** And it certainly would put me at ease & others from what I've read that we're not wasting our money on an empty box. 18$ each after tax is alot of money in my opinion to hope the manufacturer is selling/making a honest product. I tried to take some pictures of the inside b/c I see a tiny circuit board & a few wires to make the 2 green lights come on when plugged in. I see nothing inside that proves its working as advertised. I'm hoping I'm wrong & there's more working parts past that little circuit board. Fingers crossed!😣 Also I hear no sound at all. I think if this functions as described that I'd hear at least a faint noise of some kind!?!


My husband and I have never used a “sleeve” like the Orgasmate Katerina. My husband thought it looked fancy, and he’s pretty adventurous so we gave it a try.

The box arrived in the regular brown box. The inside box was completely wrapped in black plastic for discretion. As Amazon has to have some method for storing and locating products, I understand the need for the sticker on the black plastic. But it says EXACTLY what it is: Orgasmate Katerina Power A…” Seems like they could use a barcode and scanner for more sensitive products. It’s not really an issue in our house, but worth mentioning for anyone who has nosy roommates: Open the entire shipment in private.

The Orgasmate Katerina is larger than other products we’ve purchased. The size seems consistent with what it is intended for, but do note that you will need to be creative with storage of her. Even though the size is large, it needs to be longer. My husband says it’s kind of tease that it doesn’t accommodate his full length--so it could be a positive and a negative all in one. When he did go further than halfway in, it bogged down a lot. Certainly, the option of being able to go deeper would be preferable.

The instruction manual shows a power button with separate mode and speed buttons. This device only has one button. There are 3 settings controlled with that one button, along with on/off (hold it down to turn it off). My husband prefers the middle setting of the three.

Ergonomically, the exterior shape is easy to hold for solo use or couple use. However, it is heavy after a while.

Husband says this is a good foreplay toy, but he wouldn’t necessarily desire an entire session with it. He rates it at 4 stars as a couples toy and at 3 stars for a solo toy. 3.5 is not an option, so I’m selecting 4.

I purchased this product at a discounted price in exchange for my honest and unbiased review. I did not receive any other compensation, and I am not obligated to write a positive review.


[[VIDEOID:ad765ba71227745eaa9f743b3024fc37]] I had tried [[ASIN:B08KW73KL2 these]] bath bombs, which are the same as these but in a smaller size. Unfortunately, this large size performs slightly differently as I'll describe below.

There are 3 super large individually wrapped bath bombs in this set. All are large clouds with a smiley face on the package covering.

Each one is strongly fragrant when dry and lightly fragrant when in the bath. They also all have the same scent. The ingredients are sodium bicarbonate, citric acid, magnesium sulfate, water, cyclodextrin, PEG400, hydrogenated jojoba oil, hydrogenated grapeseed oil, butyrospermum parkii (shea butter) oil, natural essential oil, fragrance, and FDA approved colorants.

These are very, very large and fun. They perform well, produce a lovely rainbow of suds, and dissolve in about 10-15 minutes. The fragrance is subtle in the bath. However, there is one difference in the results (read on).

Since I personally do not like the color rings caused by bath bombs in my bath, I use them in a foot bath. When I was done, the color did not adhere to my foot bath but it turned both my feet pink and  my drying towel. Note that the smaller bombs did not do this even though they are the same. Perhaps it is the extra profusion of color in such a large size. This is the only reason I rated this 4 instead of 5 stars.

The current cost of $ 19.99 for 3 bombs comes to a very expensive $6.66 per bomb. However, these are certainly way different from typical bath bombs. I like these very much but would have loved them if it did not color my feet and towels. Note that the color does wash off the towels in the laundry and in the shower for my feet.


To be honest, I was intrigued by the mention of the product being a "2021 UPGRADED" version of massage tools.  Nowhere in the product details, or within the product, is any comment on the specific upgrade.  My examination of the massage tools found nothing extraordinary or innovative in the design or construction.
There is no enhancement to the gua sha, which does seem a bit thin.  I will note that the massage roller has one feature found on better quality massage rollers.
The massage roller includes a metal collar where the metal axle meets the jade roller.  While this is more of a cosmetic affect, it's still a nice visual design element.  The jade stone rollers have excellent coloration. The rollers have decent polishing, retaining some natural feel but having a nice shine.  The plastic grommet inserts are present, which facilitates a quiet and smooth rolling behavior.  The inserts, acting as bearings, also protects the jade and the metal axles from erosive interaction.  The massage roller is visually attractive, with good design elements and quality construction.
The gua sha, as mentioned before, is a bit thin.  The jade composition has a coloration similar to the jade rollers, perhaps with a bit more lighter shades.  The gua sha also has a decent polish, which retains some natural texture.
Priced at slightly under $13, the cost is appropriate for the quality of jade stone and design. Attached are photos to show real world images, with a ruler for size reference.  Most of the photos confirm the rich coloration of the jade elements.
While I don't really 'see' the upgraded aspects (unless their previous version didn't have the plastic bearings, which would be a low quality product), this is still a very credible massage roller and gua sha set.  I really like the quality and coloration of the jade components.  As such, the set earns a 4.5+ star rating, with a high level recommendation.


[[VIDEOID:29752add75f91ce5175c7cd49b1a4558]] I have two pill organizers from BUG HULL - The 2 times a day Upgrade Version (UPC 631514679828) and 4 times a day (UPC 632202555882). This review compares the two products. View my video for details.
2X/DAY
- Very easy to open/close
- I like having the sides facing each other (as opposed to the previous version)
- Night and day sections can be removed from base to be used in two locations (separates by week)
- Cannot adjust start of the week (start day is Sunday)
- Not very portable
- Not practical to lift the entire item to pour out pills; makes more sense to pick pills out of container with fingers which might be a challenge for some
4X/DAY
- Not as easy to open/close; might be a challenge for someone with arthritis or other hand/finger issues
- Compartment lids get in the way when you’re trying to fill with all open
- Very portable
- Can easily arrange to start on preferred day
- Separates by day (each day can be removed)
- Easy to remove pills from compartment (just open the lid and flip over)
Both appear to be high quality, and I anticipate they will last quite a while. I found the Bug Hull customer service to be excellent. I prefer the various symbols used to delineate each pill time rather than more specific times like on other products (more versatile). If you think you will have trouble opening the 4x/day and you don’t need to worry about portability, I recommend the 2x/day for its easy opening/closing mechanism. You can always get 2 of these if you need 4x/day. However, if you need something that is portable, the 4x/day is perfect. Both of these have “large” compartments, which appear to hold 8 to 9 large capsules or a similar mix of large and small. I only fill about 1/3 of a compartment with my 3 capsules and 4 medium to small pills.


I am a Black woman in my late 30s who has been dealing with cystic acne for the better part of 10 years.  Over the last year especially I have been dealing with the scarring from this acne and have been experimenting with tons of products that can both deal with the cystic acne and the scarring with little success.  But I have found that only glycolic acid works and after reading the reviews for this toner I thought that it couldn't hurt to try.  I wanted to wait to see what it would do for my skin before writing a review and the results have been nothing short of remarkable.  It's been about 5 days since I received it and started using: It has lessened the darkening of some of the scars and a few of the lighter ones are so faint I can't remember how dark they were before using.  My pores were larger and my skin used to be oily to the point of embarrassment and now my complexion is much smoother, clearer and more matte.  I took pictures of my skin before I began using and when I looked back at them (before writing this review to make sure it wasn't just my imagination) I can easily see a huge, huge difference!

I use it morning and night.  I also received a free small bottle of collagen facial wash by Cellbone that was included in my order and it too is awesome.  I wash with that, use a cotton pad (vs. a cotton ball, the pads for me are easier) to apply the Prep Refresher on my face and neck, and allow it to work -- I feel a tingling sensation that's mostly bearable (!) and when it subsides I apply aloe vera gel over my whole face, let that dry which it quickly does, then a moisturizer with SPF on top of it.  I am so happy with this product and may go for a professional glycolic peel in a month if the deeper, darker scars are still apparent.  I always get nervous too because with my Black skin I don't want to use a product that will cause more hyperpigmentation.  I am going to call Cellbone to see if or when I should take a break from using this product or if it's safe enough to use everyday for an extended period of time.  But overall I am completely happy with this product.

(Shipping from Cellbone was almost $7, high by my standards)


This product came exactly as pictured! Like I have said many of times - PROBIOTICS are so important and definitely something you want in your health arsenal! So If I keep them in my arsenal I definitely want them in my kids arsenal as well! This does say for infants - but obviously they have to be able to take them - so they can't be that young.

I take probiotics for several reasons and for these same reasons I have my kids take probiotics:
1) The name "probiotics" literally comes from the greek term meaning "FOR LIFE" !!
2) To help with digestion
3) Helps the kiddos absorb the healthy stuff they eat throughout the day
4) Helps them fight infections and keeps them from getting infections (Much needed in daycare)
5) A Big Plus is it reverses the damage done by Anti-Biotics (so I ALWAYS have them take it if they have to take anti-biotics, which we avoid!)
6) Gives them the Immunity they need for everyday LIFE
7) Helps to Detoxify them, and is safe!
8) Promotes my babies health!
9) Helps to reduce allergies
10) Helps regulate their digestive tract!

So with all this said...Why wouldn't I take probiotics & have my children on them as well! I have the older kids in my life take this same brand but for kids. This one is for younger - but my infants cannot take them so we have to wait a bit!
Disclosure: I received this product on a promotional discount for my honest review and they are 100% my own opinions. However your own opinion might vary. I received no monitory compensation and I am not required to give a good review. I am also not associated with the seller in any way. This disclosure is in accordance with Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising. If my review was helpful to you, would you please vote, yes. I try to do my reviews honest with the pros and cons I can see myself in a product, and with facts that a potential customer might find useful.


I've been using 2 tsp in 2 liters of water daily for almost a year now.  (I drink 1-2 liters of that per day, for a dose of 1 or 2 tsp per day.  I have had mild arthritis bothering me for many years (20+ years even though I'm only 49 now) in my hips.  Before I started taking this, I had decided that I could no longer run because of my hips hurting.  I think within a month all hip pain was gone and hasn't come back.  I also have no spring allergies this year, which normally always bother me, sometimes quite a bit.  TRY IT!  The taste in the water is off-putting at first but I got used to it.  I have also tried it in chicken broth, and I can put a whole tsp in a pint of warm homemade chicken broth without tasting it at all.

Update... have been using this for a year now.  I added some salt and potassium (via LoSalt) and a little of ReMyte, and that makes it taste better.  I do almost 2 liters of water, 1/2 tsp LoSalt, scant 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp ReMyte, and 2 tsp ReMag.  This keeps leg cramps away.  In a day, I'll drink at least half or up to all of this.  If I don't take the magnesium, I get leg cramps at night.  When I travel, I can substitute magnesium chloride tablets... a lot of them.  This regimen has kept my former hip arthritis completely gone, helps me sleep, keeps the cramps away and I believe keeps me calmer.  I like drinking my home-made "mineral water".  It's water with a little substance to it.

However, I would think that after using this much ReMag for a year that my magnesium deficiency would be fixed, and that I should be able to go, say, a week without a magnesium supplement and not get leg cramps.  But no.  The cramps come back within a few days.  I'd like to understand why.


I was very pleased to see a high quality, grass-fed, non-GMO protein powder with no flavor. My family likes to mix our protein powder with all sorts of things (fruit, cinnamon, ground flax seeds, etc., and prefer to taste those ingredients vs. artificially flavored elements of protein powder). The protein grams/serving is pretty average (16G/3 TBLSPN).

Upon opening the package, I noticed there was no smell at all. That boded well for the powder having no taste. That was true – there was no taste at all. I blended this with half a banana, coconut milk, blueberries, and flax seeds.

It blended pretty well – there was no powder left on the sides of the nutribullet blending cup. The top of the smoothie was pretty ‘frothy’ – it happened two out of four times I used the powder. Not sure if it’s because of the powder, but can’t think of what else it could be because everything else is my standard ingredients for every single smoothie I make.

As for the texture, the powder seemed to be slightly gritty in the smoothie. It wasn’t enough to make me not want to drink it, or to not buy it again, but I’ve had powders that blend completely – to the point where you wouldn’t know they were there at all. The second time I made a smoothie with the Wild Whey, I blended it for about 30 seconds longer than I usually would, just to make sure it fully blended the powder. It didn’t seem to make a difference.

So the bottom line – 4 stars because the protein grams/serving are slightly low, and the texture was a bit more gritty than I really like.

However, it is rare to find a high quality, truly grass-fed, non-GMO protein powder. When you look at the ingredients in most protein powders on the market they are full of additives and artificial ingredients. So kudos to Wild Whey for making a totally natural product that tastes good and is good for the body.

* I received the protein powder for evaluation and review


So I got this brush with the following in mind... I don't really like straightening my hair or using a lot of heat on it BUT I generally wake up with an overall disheveled look and like the idea of just "brushing my hair" with a straightener. I was so excited when I got it yesterday and last night I plugged it in and brushed away! Unfortunately my excitement was short lived. when I got it, the packaging was fine...but then I saw the brush and the plastic was kind of like plastic you'd see on your kid's toy car... not the highest quality. Ok. I can look past that. It's not like it was $200...

I plugged it in and let it heat up. Immediately I did like the LCD display and that it has a F and C toggle for the temperature reading. There are buffer bristles if you will so you don't scald yourself. I never felt the heat directly on my head at any point.

Now, I did read the directions before I started use so I noticed that the included pamphlet says not to use the brush at the highest setting for more than 15 minutes or you will overheat it - con: it doesn't have a safety turn off or overheating feature. Also, when I started brushing, my hair would catch and pull... a good 20 hairs or so were sacrificed.

All in all I really didn't "get" the product. I felt like it was one of those things like an extra kitchen appliance, It's interesting to have but really just takes up space. The only major feature (which I'm still trying to decide if it's worth it or not) is it does work great for my bangs. They're short so they didn't get caught and they straightened my bangs beautifully, just not the rest of my hair.

I will say this as my final thought, I have long hair (almost down to my waist) and it's natural 99% straight and very healthy. If you're looking for hair on the product package (sleek and super straight) as advertised, you're not going to get it using this brush. That look comes from a flat iron. If you're looking for something that will help tame the frizzes and fly aways this product  will work.

I received a discount on this product in return for writing a honest review.


This is about the fourth or fifth set of clippers and kits I have tried as an amateur. I have been surprised to learn there can be much variation regarding the reaction of dogs as well as with the actual functioning of clippers you might otherwise assume to be “equal” just by looking at them. I have also read some of the other reviews, and have slight disagreement with some.

If this is the first set of clippers you have ever tried, yes, you will be impressed, especially if your pet is not frightened by them. It is very nice to have the rotating fine-tuning adjustment, as that can be much more important than one might think. If your pet is receptive, you should be happy.

Having said that, there are a few observations I would submit. Other reviewers seem to hail this as relatively “quiet.” I disagree. I’ve seen quieter. And this can make MUCH difference to the pet. It may be “quiet” enough, but I think my dogs are reacting more to the vibration as opposed to the noise level. The vibration here is as strong as I’ve seen.

Another observation is that not much emphasis is placed on the importance of oiling the blades regularly. In VERY SMALL PRINT, the instructions do note that oiling is needed for maintenance. Apparently, some manufacturers assume the user will know this. But some amateurs will think it’s no big deal; but it is a BIG deal. Here, the manufacturer informs that due to delivery restrictions they could not include oil, so you must buy your own. Oiling is CRITICAL to the proper functioning of this.

My limited use of this so far seems to suggest some extra effort may be needed for long-haired dogs with heavy coats, but I allow that may just be something I need to learn more about. Charging has not been a big issue for me. This is nice, but know that what YOU and YOUR PET need and like may be found either by investing in a more elaborate set of clippers OR by even finding out that a lower cost set might provide the ideal situation – including an even more quiet level.

As a separate issue, I will say this to the manufacturers, which applies to MANY products on the market today: PLEASE CONSIDER USING LARGER PRINT FOR INSTRUCTIONS! Older people - and even some younger people struggle with such small print. (I do not deduct for this, but it is tempting!).


Review update (Sept 2015) ---
After a frustrating attempt to reconnect my scale several months ago, I had a few minutes the this morning and decide to try again. I thought something might have changed since Windows 10. I loaded the Fitbit app and then downloaded and ran the Fitbit connection utility. Fitbit has added the option not to use a router password so I can reconnect to my Guest network. I realize I may leave my scale open to be hacked but the link up went fine. I am glad that Fitbit has returned the link with no password to allow connection to my guest access point. I moved it up two stars for the ability to link and the nice Win 10 app. Fat measurements on scales seem to be difficult. I prefer the hand held models. The Fitbit scale's fat measurement doesn't seem to be reproducible or  has a high standard error. Nevertheless you can get an indication of fat loss if plotted over time.

When I first got the scale the setup did not seem too difficult, but once the scale stopped syncing that was it. I have spent hours try to reconnect the scale and exchanging emails with tech support. This seems to be a company that is going backwards in product quality and design. It maybe that if you have the correct router (not an Apple Airport Extreme) this scale is no problem to link up, but I have not found that to be the case. Compared to the network capabilities of similarly functioning devices this is the worst product I have encountered. My Honeywell thermostat was a breeze to connect and reconnect. Fitbit did not think to design a direct connect with a USB cable to aid in setup, yet another example of poor product design. I recently returned my wrist monitor, after I got my first case of contact dermatitis from contact with the metal of that device.

Even if the scale can't connect, at least I have a scale that measures body fat and weight, right? The scale does not perform either of those functions at a level in line with its price. The % body fat measurement is inconsistent and rarely agrees with a hand held body fat measurement. The weight measurement is also inconsistent and appears to differ from other scales. I have not attempted a calibration weight on it but it is certainly not worth the price I paid for it. I have seen another wifi scale on the market and I think I will give it a try.


Bought the Pro Series 60" x 24" cargo carrier and this waterproof bag for a trip from North Carolina to Illinois and back. Filled it to the stretching point with the luggage of six people so we could utilize all the seats in our SUV. The bag's footprint was a perfect fit for the cargo carrier. 1200 total miles over 10 days, no tears, no rips, no holes, no wet luggage.

Chose this set-up instead of a top carrier to avoid loss of MPG. We saw no discernible change to our gas mileage while using this product. Also having the luggage at this level made accessing individual items much easier and we avoided the need to lift heavy luggage over our heads. There is no specific way to lock this bag, but since it is soft sided a thief could just as easily cut it open with a utility knife. Let vigilance be your security.

Heavy duty zipper accepted the punishment of the bag being overfilled, but did not break or separate. The top flap design overlapped the zipper and sturdy velcro held it in place. We made certain that the zipper and flap faced to the rear so water from the tires would not splash up into it, which is the only way water might end up in the bag. Drove through a lot of rain and water on the road, everything stayed nice and dry.

Tie down straps looked odd and a little small at first, but once we read the instruction and put them in place, they were sturdy and more than up the task.  I suppose if the cargo weighed a lot more than the carrier should hold and your driving was more erratic than the law allows you could force it to shift and bounce around to the point that straps might not hold it. Otherwise the tie down straps do the job. When adjusted they do leave a long strap 'tail' to blow in the wind. Learn to tie the tails down to avoid them slapping around.

Bag is sturdy, but if you fold it back up the way it was originally shipped, it takes up very little storage space.


I wish I could give this 6 stars! I've been hearing a lot about items like this. Such as the squatty potty. These are very popular right now.  So I was unsure about the hype.

The idea is that our ancestors never had a commode / toilet to use the bathroom in/ on. Or forefathers always just squat down to do their business, therefore our bodies are made to expel in that fashion.

The Sri and Squat Foot Stool allows the body to get in a squatting position while still being able to sit on and use the toilet. It's somehow lines up your intestines: and everything so  all your business comes out very easily with  no struggle. It basically unties are inside to make going to the bathroom very simple.

This comes in 3 pieces and they interconnect to become one stool. The middle is a curved item that fits along the neck of your commode and then there is a your stool or your feet on either side. Simply place the S&S Stool against your potty,put your feet up, and go.

 I take some pain medication for my bad back and that can REALLY give some issues with regularity. I have trouble going sometime and have been interested in trying one of these.

So, fast forward to after I put this together and installed it - which is super easy and requires no tools. They fit together like 3 puzzle pieces really easily. Then, the first time I used it, I barely had to strain. If at all. Such a bizarre feeling. Dropping a deuce has been  a very difficult thing for me for quite some time because of the pain pills. I've had it for a couple weeks now and I can tell you that most definitely, without question I feel better.

I Go predictably almost every morning now , & I have no  if use with regularity .  I rarely even take any stool softeners or laxatives.  I will never go back to putting my feet on the floor if I can help it. This is great (not only for) folks with irregularity issues but, I also truly believe everyone should have one of these. Or at least give it a try.

I have to go now so I can scream from the mountaintops about this lol and luckily

***I was given this for product testing and quality assurance. It was given to me for free in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.


This is a cracking little French comedy made in 2009. It stars Maxim Godart as the little Nicolas and he is a talent to watch out for and has already made another two films. In this he leads what he knows is a charmed life, loving his parents, his home and his school mates – well all except the Teacher’s pet ‘cockroach’ grass one with glasses.

Then one of their class mates has a new arrival – a baby brother and he relays that  life is now the pits for him, worse still he stops coming to school and no one knows why. Then Nicolas overhears his parents talking of a visit and they say he must be gotten out of the way. He now knows that not only will he be getting a baby brother but that they are going to dump him; possibly in the woods as the urban myths have it.

So he sets out on a charm offensive and all his school chums are going to help – badly that is. As his demise gets closer their plans become ever more urgent and funny.

This is set in the sixties and just oozes style and charm in equal dollops. The clothes the cars the primary colours and lack of office technology and casual sexism are all just brilliant, well maybe not the sexism. The acting is superb with a cast of kids that are all brilliant, entertaining and funny in all the right places. This is laugh out loud at times too and had me wanting more. Sandrine Kiberlain as their teacher deserves special mention as she is really good and well rounded as always. She is also in the ruddy excellent ‘The Women on the sixth floor’.

This is also one for the whole family as kids will definitely get it too. This tells the story and the reasons they do things all from a child’s perspective and the collective naivety that can come from kid group decicions, which is just great. So for a refreshing warm, family comedy in France based sixties, you need look no further - really warmly recommended.


My definition of 'attractive' may be disputed, but when I say that this is accurate I mean it. The first thing I did after I unboxed the review sample that I received from the manufacturer was to test just how accurate it it. A few notes: I am not going to regurgitate the product description or specs on this page. I will give my impression and highlights that led me to give this five stars. Also, mine shipped with an included tape measure, which was not mentioned in the description at the time of this review. It's actually a high quality one that has an auto-retract mechanism that adds even more value to this set.

I test a lot of scales so I have standard weights that are used for calibration, and in this case comparison. My approach is to use different weights, then repeat the weighing. There was no deviation among the results from all tests.

In addition I also performed the same tests using a different scale and received the same results. My conclusion is this is accurate per the product description right out of the box.

You can switch among pounds, kilograms and stones by pressing a button on the underside of the scale. Plus this is accurate to one decimal place (in .2 increments), so you can see detailed results if you are battling the pounds (or kilos or stones), as well as weigh objects.

A few things that I especially like about this scale are the large display, which is a big deal at my age, and the blue lit background. I also like the fact that it will come alive as soon as I step on it and give me the bad or good news after a few second lag, and will go back to sleep shortly after I step off of it.

Among the scales that I have tested this one stands out in ease of use, display quality and accuracy. It's heavy and well made, and the fifteen dollar price tag at the time of this review makes it an incredible bargain. If you could see one in person you'd be as impressed as I am.


===
Disclaimer: I am not affiliated with the manufacturer and always write from my true experience. But please note that I received this item for free in exchange for my honest review.
===
Review begins:

And let me explain why I say this.
\
1. It is a lighter color and taste than any other EVOO I have bought in the past. The taste is light and fruity, but it is not, in my opinion, what an Extra Virgin Olive Oil (or EVOO) should be like. I have used it on salad, to dip bread in, and in sauces and it just does not impress me, not for the price.

2. It is packaged in plastic. HDPE #2, but still plastic. What is the sense of having sustainable olives used to make this, and then package it in something that will end up in a landfill for 10,000 years? HDPE #2 is recyclable, but on average, only 35% of it gets recycled in the USA. I decanted mine to a green glass bottle with a pourer.

#3 You really should consider decanting this to another bottle. If you pour it out of this bottle, it has a tendency to slop.

#4. This really seems more like a pure olive oil, or this was a 2nd pressing, not a 1st pressing. Granted, this was sourced from Italy and then bottled in the USA and it may have lost something in the shipping, but I honestly do not think this was 1st pressing. For one, it does not indicate that and two, it seems too light to be 1st Pressing EVOO.

#5 For the amount and quality, the price seems  too high. This is 16 ounces or 1 fluid pint.

So all in all, while I still give it 4 stars, I will be glad when it is finished up, and we go back to what we have been using. Sorry guys, but this is NOT a top Extra Virgin Olive Oil, in my opinion.

End of Review
===
Thank you for taking a minute out of your busy life to read my review. Please let me and Amazon know if you found this review helpful (or got a laugh out of it)  by clicking on the “Helpful” button below. I appreciate your support and thank you in advance. I receive no monetary compensation for my reviews, but try to help potential buyers make an informed choice.


I've had an Awful desk chair for years now that I've only been able to sit in by placing a big plush on the chair and letting that act as the cushion. But over the years, that plush has definitely lost its fluff and volume, so it was time to find an alternative.
The Purple cushion came in a nice over box with the cushion and its case, along with best use and cleaning instructions. It was easy to fit the cushion in the case- less than 10 second set up. It had a very strong, plastic-y smell, but it seems to have dissipated after a few days of airing out, and you go nose-blind to it pretty quickly. (If you're planning to use this in the office or in a car, have it air out a few days at home first).
I've seen a few complaints of people saying the cushion slides forward in use, but I personally have not encountered that issue with my vinyl/leather-esque chair.
As for the actual use, it's Absurdly comfortable. I am a heavy person, frequently in my desk chair all day but for bathroom and eating breaks. My tailbone and other sitting parts used to ache after too long in the chair, but I have never felt more comfortable or less aching after a long desk day.
Even sitting in strange positions (criss cross, foot in the crook of the knee, etc) is more comfortable now, which means the world to me when I constantly sit in weird positions.
My only concerns for people would be the smell (solvable by a few days airing out) the thickness (it's very thick and could limit armrest access in chairs without adjustable armrest heights) and the size (it's very big- I use it in a standard size gamer chair, which fits it nicely, but it weighs a little bit and is the size of like a big sack of rice). But for a heavy person with a proper sized chair, it'll work great! So far, it's worth the price.


The cyclone cup arrived on time and in great condition. I like the design of the bottle especially the detachable shaker part attached to the cap; it makes it really easy to clean which is really important for protein drinks and smoothies.
Every morning I make a meal replacement drink (Amazing Meals Vanilla Chai)  and a fruit and veggie smoothie with my Nutribullet. I originally bought this to store my meal replacement drink to drink it for lunch, but since I put pureed pumpkin and ground oatmeal in addition to the meal replacement powder, no amount of shaking would make it as smooth as I needed it to be (aka Nutribullet smooth). So I switched up my routine to have my meal replacement as breakfast and the fruit and veggie smoothie I now drink throughout the day as a snack to keep me going until dinner. I put the fruit and veggie smoothie into my cyclone cup. It usually separates within an hour with the roughage floating to the top. A couple good shakes in this bottle and everything is all smooth again. I did use the cyclone cup when I made a mini meal replacement with just the meal replacement powder and milk and the cyclone cup blended it up perfectly. It was as smooth as could be expected with that type of grainy meal replacement. The only other shaker bottle I have used was the blender bottle and I like this one much better except that the cyclone cup is a bit small.
The cyclone cup comes with a detachable bottom cup like container. I originally put my protein powder in there and put the milk in the bottle to keep it separated until I was ready to drink it because I find that this meal replacement gets thicker as it sits. When I unscrewed the bottom compartment it was a MESS. There was powder everywhere at my desk, but honestly it was to be expected just by looking at it, so that was mostly my fault. The next day I tried to just put some of my supplements and vitamin pills in it, but every time I shook the bottle it was like playing maracas and I got some annoyed glances from some of my co-workers :) I have now just completely detached the bottom part and travel with just the bottle which is okay because its smaller size fits in a lot more places. It has not spilled, leaked, or anything like that. Overall it is a great product and it has been a great addition to my new healthy lifestyle!


I was looking for a great looking LED Parking Assistant that would help me get my car within 8” of my work bench.  The idea of it being able to adjust the stopping distance was a plus for me.  It shipped fast and package well, instructions are minimal and explained well, I followed the setup by the book and each and every time it would not work right, it would not give the Green yellow red light properly.  You have to reset it each time, I sent out questions to the seller and never received any answer but received a few from other buyers with the same problem. (Look in question and see them) so after days of reading and research on sensors I figured maybe I’ll build a better parking Assistant since I have a nice LED light.  I decided to remove the two screws on the back of the sensor using a Allen wrench this is the the part you aligned with your bumper and has two little cones in the front which are,  one of them is a transmitter,  the other a receiver.  The two screws I removed held on the front plastic cover around the cones.  My idea was to get the model number so I could purchase a better quality item.  Then I got thinking let’s try it without the front cover I noticed the cones are recessed way back into the cover and maybe it might interfere? I put the battery’s back in mounted were I had it and YEP it Works and Works Fantastic!
If you own this unit and want to make it work remove the front cover from the sensors by removing two Allen screws from the back side.
My Notes to the Seller/Manufacturer.  Redesign the front cover of the sensor allowing  the cones to stick out 1/4” this can be done by retooling the inside of the cover by removing additional 1/4 off the ledge were the sensor sits and adding additional foam to the rear side (I did it works great)  I would also add mount tabs for screws to both the sensor and light for ease of mounting, and a longer wire between the sensor and light.  all of which I have done in modifications along with a AC jack.


I received this tea tree oil for free to try and review; regardless this is my 100% honest opinion. I use tea tree oil for a few different things, but I do warn that this is not an essential oil that would be good for the average person to use for any kind of aromatherapy. It does have a very strong smell that is not pleasant to everyone, I know some members of my household do not like the smell at all, and it doesn't bother me because I have been using it for a couple of years now. It is an acquired taste so to speak...

That being said it does smell exactly how it should and how other products that I have purchased or reviewed in the past have smelled. The odor is strong and vibrant, it might make your eyes water if not diluted in carrier oils or products so I highly recommend that you do this until you are totally use to it or sure that you want to continue using it. It can be used to make household green cleaning recipes which I haven't used it much for yet. What I use it for is beauty recipes for acne such as a foaming face cleanser and an oil mixture moisturizer. My other most important use is for treating my scalp for dandruff and scalp itch. I make recipes of hair oil treatments or shampoos using it mixed with carrier products but when my itch or dandruff gets really bad I use it straight on my scalp. Do allergy test before trying this to make sure you don't have a reaction as this is an essential oil that should be mixed with a carrier product/oil when using because of how strong it is. This doesn't cure my condition but rather helps me keep it tolerable and I really depend on tea tree oils for this! I've used this product multiple times and it works just as I expect it should if it is a true pure natural essential oil and not mixed with anything or a synthetic fake.

It comes in a brown glass bottle with a regular lid for shipping and storage. Depending on your usage needs it also comes with a glass dropper attached to a plastic and rubber lid that you can exchange for the plain lid if you would like.


This is my first set of combined essential oils, and I'm really enjoying them.  This set comes with six 10mL bottles of essential oil mixtures.  The company states that while these mixtures are not diluted, they can still be applied directly to the skin.  If you have sensitive skin, and carrier oil might not be a bad idea to incorporate, though.
I could not find the exact oils used in each bottle listed on the product page, but they are on the back of each bottle, so I will list them here:

Good Night Blend: ylang ylang, neroli, sandlewood, mandarin, and Roman chamomile (this is my personal favorite)
Deep Muscle Relief: rosemary, eucalyptus, and black pepper (this one smells like Icy Hot to me)
Health Shield: lavender, orange, bergamot, and ylang-ylang
Breathe Blend: lavender, ylang-ylang, and bergamot
Head Ease Blend: orange, lemon, peppermint, spearmint, geranium, ginger, and fennel
Stress Relief Blend: orange, lemon, peppermint, spearmint, geranium, ginger, and fennel (same ingredients as Head Ease Blend, but they are in different volumes, which gives this a completely different scent.

These oil blends absorb quickly when applied directly to the skin, and the scent stays around for a decent amount of time.  I plan on adding a few drops of the Stress Relief or Good Night blend to a bath, after reading that as one of the suggested uses for these oils.  Would recommend these to anyone starting off their essential oils collection.

I received this product at a discount in exchange for my honest, unbiased opinion. I will not rate items highly if they don't deserve the rating, and I write these lengthy reviews to help out fellow shoppers, since I always read reviews on products before buying. If this review has been helpful to you, please feel free to let me know by giving me a helpful vote; this helps me know which products I'm really doing a good job helping folks with :) Also feel free to ask any questions you have about any details I may have left out!


We moved to Massachusetts from Arizona so that I could attend graduate school and we'd never experienced a real winter before. Goodness gracious you people live with this kind of cold?! I bought us heated blankets, but you're not supposed to bring those into bed. I found this heated mattress pad and bought it even though I initially thought it was kind of expensive. Oh my goodness it is Worth It. 100% Worth It. Nothing is better than turning it on to pre-heat the bed while you get ready to go to sleep and then coming to bed and sliding between the nice, toasty covers, warming your freezing, weary bones before you turn the temperature down to something you can sleep the night through without being too warm. The biggest challenge is finding the motivation to slide out of the nice, still heated bed in the morning and face the crisp bedroom air to start your day.

The other comments are correct, the place that the power cord attaches to the mattress pad is at the same level as your feet. Just scootch more towards the middle of the bed and it won't be a problem, or pull the mattress pad farther down on your bed so it curves around it a little bit. It's really not that big a deal to me. The power cord is plenty long, so even though it attaches at the foot of the bed, the cord will reach all the way up to the head of the bed to plug in if that's where your outlet is located.

It does take a while to heat up, so I would definitely recommend pre-heating it before you climb into bed, but once it's preheated it's delightful. It is a more gentle heat than the heated blankets that we use, so bear that in mind.

Oh, I guess I should also add, the only downside is that the display light is really bright blue and a little blinding in the middle of the night, and the white lights for each of the three buttons are really bright, but we keep them covered up with a cloth so that they don't bother us and that works just fine.

I don't know if this heated mattress pad is the best ever because it's the only one that I've owned, but we're starting our second winter in Massachusetts and I can definitely say that I'm one happy customer knowing that I get to go to a nice warm bed every night.


I have both the vanilla and chocolate versions of this product. While I know that these powders are sold by weight, not volume, I was a bit surprised to see that the vanilla version took up a fair bit less volume. I’m not sure if the vanilla powder is heavier or if it was somehow more compressed.

So this product is meant to be a meal replacement and not purely a protein powder, so it has a lot more going on than what a typical protein powder might have. In addition to protein, it has a lot of vitamins and minerals and a lot of fiber. Flavor-wise, it’s OK. It’s got some chocolate flavor, and the sweetness isn’t off-putting. I’ve tried protein powders that were strong with the stevia, which is a sweetener that I don’t really like. This contains some of that too, but it also has cane sugar. I’ve certainly tried far less palatable protein/meal replacement powders. I’d probably rank this high up the list, though that isn’t necessarily saying a lot if you’re coming from never having tried these sorts of things to consuming a lot of them and just getting used to the not-very-good flavors. This does have some grittiness, though I make my drinks the night before, which allows for the powder to hydrate well. Also, given that this has more in it than protein powder, the grittiness should be expected. For example, this has a variety of ground of seeds, which is why it has so much fiber.

In comparison to the vanilla flavor, this has slightly less calories, but it has slightly more sodium, more fiber, and more potassium, so there is some difference between these beyond simply the flavors.

I’m not really keen on the fact that this is $37, is in a huge tub, but only has 15 servings. Granted, these sorts of products are all kind of pricey, so this isn’t overly so. The biggest negative for me is the amount of sodium this contains. There are 480mg of sodium per serving. I’d be a lot happier with this if it had maybe half that.