Friday, 6 June 2014

Wagg KitNips

Cat Treats
Wagg KitNips:
I received Wagg 70g KitNips Cat Nip for free in return for a review.

Advantages:
I received this product a few weeks ago and I still have many treats left after giving them to two of my cats. I received a 70 gram bag of chicken flavour treats and they seemed to have gone down well. These treats don't actually look like treats they look like little pieces of food you would feed your cats on a day to day basis but my cats did not hesitate to try them out for the first time and they sat there and waited for me to give them more. Its the look of the cats you can not resist but to give them more and more until you force yourself to stop and walk away. Its lovely when you see your pets enjoying their food its another thing that puts a smile on your face along with all the other stupid and crazy things they do. Majority of pet food and treats smell pretty awful in my opinion but these treats did not phase me as the smell really was not over powering. Ace. Wagg KitNips are balanced with Omega 6 and 3 fats to help promote a healthy supple skin and a shiny coat.

Disadvantages:
The only disadvantage I came across was the fact that the bag is not resealable. It would be a good idea to have a resealable bag as they are treats and will last a while. Although I cut a small snippet in the corner of the packet, the treats started to fall out when the bag was open which kept bugging me when it fell over because I had to pick them all up over and over again.

Safety/Packaging:
I really like the packaging for this product. I think it is really adorable and relates straight to cats. All cats have their own personalities and the cats that are pictured on the packet both have totally different personalities which shows that this product is suitable for all cats whether they are active or always asleep. This product is great for all types of cats. I received Wagg KitNips in perfect condition.

Overall Rating:
I rate Wagg KitNips: 7/10 due to the fact they are not resealable and they kept falling out the bag. Other than this, Wagg KitNips has fantastic advantages and I would still recommend this product to anyone who is looking to buy catnip.

If you wish to purchase this product, click the link below:
http://www.waggfoods.com/cat-treats-kitnips-chicken

Thursday, 5 June 2014

MultiVape Electronic Cigarette Kit

Menthol Mist E-Liquid &  MultiVape Kit
MultiVape Electronic Cigarette Kit
I received a MultiVape Electronic Cigarette, 7 ml of Tobacco Leaf and 15 ml of Menthol Mist E-Liquid for free in return for a review.

Advantages:
When I received this product in the post I could not wait to take it out and try it! I have many different Electronic Cigarettes now so comparing them all and finding faults or things I dislike is fairly easy now. The first thing I can say about this product is that when I received it, I thought it came in a very well created box with a FREE (Yes, I said free) 7 ml of E-Liquid which you can select one of the five different flavours. They include: Tobacco Leaf (This is what I received in my kit.) Menthol Mist, Vanilla Sky, Apple Jack and Coffee Break. They all have such creative names. Very original. When I took out the Electronic Cigarette, I tried the Tobacco Leaf that came inside my kit. MultiVape Electronic Cigarette produced a great throat hit and a reasonable amount of vapour. I really enjoyed having a vape with the BDC Clearomizer as the production was fantastic and this is something I have not experienced before. The BDC has dual heating elements which provides twice the amount of vapour. Who doesn't want more vapour? Inside the kit it comes with a USB charging device which once fully charged, you can use your Electronic Cigarette all day long. For people who like mint and a strong throat hit, I suggest you go for Menthol Mist 18mg. MultiVape also have their E-Liquids manufactured in the UK. The logo for MultiVape is simple using the initials 'mv' which is straight forward, clear and easy to remember.

Disadvantages:
Although the Electronic Cigarette is fantastic, the Tobacco Leaf E-Liquid just was not for me as I am more of a sweet tooth person so I always go for the fruity or minty flavours.

Safety/Packaging:
As tried and tested by me, I can say that in my opinion the product is safe and very easy to use. I received my kit by post in a large, padded envelope in perfect working condition with no damage to the product or boxing whatsoever. Great product and definitely worth it.

Overall Rating:
Overall, I rate MultiVape Electronic Cigarette Kit 8/10 due to limited amounts of free 7 ml of E-Liquid.
If you wish to purchase this product or just generally browse, please visit their website by clicking the link below:
http://www.multicig.co.uk/

Tuesday, 3 June 2014

The Natural Pet Toy Company Aniseed Dog Bone Toy

The Natural Pet Toy Company Aniseed Dog Bone Toy
I received this product for free in return for a review.

Advantages:
Sadly I did not get to open my parcel as my son was on his knees begging me asking if he could open it so he could be the first one to find out what was inside my parcel. Dogs seem to love aniseed. ESPECIALLY my dog. He took it out of my hand and ran away with it. He was quite for ages playing with his new toy. The colours are bright and attractive and blend well together. The product was handmade and designed in England. It smells great too! I could have kept it in my room for a while and smell it every night or leave it near my pillow. It is something that would put me to sleep and I am sure it would relax my dog also.

Disadvantages:
The only disadvantage I can say is that if you have a big dog or a dog who likes to tear into absolutely everything then this may not be the toy for you. My dog loved it but after a few weeks he some how ripped into it and the stuffing came out and went all over the garden. Not something you would want to give a dog who eats everything.

Safety/Packaging:
The product came packed in a padded envelope and arrived safely in perfect condition. It is safe for dogs and humans and smells good too.

Overall Rating:
I rate the product 10/10 due to all its amazing factors and not that big of a disadvantage.

If you wish to purchase this product or any other product from The Natural Pet Toy Company or just to simply have a browse click the link below:
www.naturalpet-toy.co.uk

Lush Fresh Handmade Cosmetics

Lush Fresh Handmade Cosmetics
I received Honey Bee Bath Ballistic Bath Bomb, Sandstone and Fresh Farmacy Soap Bars for free in return for a review.

Advantages:
As soon as I opened up the padded envelope, I instantly got a whiff of something beautiful, fresh and dare I say it, mouth watering. The smell was to die for. I really, really loved these products. I think they were amazing. It is difficult to find words at this moment in time to describe what was going through my head when I received those products earlier that morning. To smell something like that as soon as you wake up, it really does bring a smile to your face and makes you feel calm, fresh and relaxed. The fragrance was not at all in my opinion over powering or sickening. It was just the right amount to tolerate. Not to powerful and not to weak. Spectacular products and amazing company. I have had many soaps and bath bombs in the past but none at all like these. The bath bomb was huge and it instantly fizzed up as soon as it hit the water. You could smell the bath bomb even while it was fizzing up in the water. I did not want to get out of the bathroom because it made the whole bathroom smell beautiful and it really made me feel relaxed. When I think about these products they tend to remind me of Ice Cream for some strange reason. The Ice Cream we have here has sherbet on them and it is sweet so when I smell the soaps it kind of makes me think that I am about to eat an Ice Cream. YUMMY! I suppose that's one way of putting it. Deliciously Sweet and Succulent.

Disadvantages:
Now really? after reading all those advantages you really think there is going to be something wrong with the product? Sorry but your wrong. VERY wrong. There are no disadvantages for either of these products. Nothing that is going to make me not want to buy these products in the future. This is definitely one soap or bath bomb I intend to use in the future. For Sure.

Safety/Packaging:
The products were safely packed together in a padded envelope. wrapped in what appears to look like old newspaper but it actually is not. The sticker that is holding the paper wrapped around each product tells you what each product is and what is inside each product (Ingredients).

Overall Rating:
I rate all of the above products from Lush Cosmetics 10/10 and I definitely recommend these products to anyone who is looking to buy any soaps or bath bombs with strong smells any time soon.

If you wish to purchase any of the above products, click the link below to go directly to their website:
https://www.lush.co.uk/

Farm Food Dog Food


Farm Food Dog Food
I received Farm Food Dog Food for free in return for a review.

Advantages:
I received this rather large bag of dog food along with many leaflets, manuals and other information about this food. It is a natural alternative food for dogs all around the world. I found this product great and even my dog seemed to enjoy himself while eating this food. Sometimes I wish I could understand animals as finding out his opinion for this food would be amazing. The video of my dog is only a few seconds as it was the first time he was given this food to see what he though. He had a good sniff and walked away and came back to it and started digging in. He finished the whole bowl in a matter of minutes. The size of the bag was enough to last roughly a week which was fair because of the size of the product. I would recommend this product to anyone who wishes to buy some sort of natural dog food as it is great and there is no additives.

Disadvantages:
I didn't really like the way the bag of food was designed but hey that's just my opinion. Other than that, I can not fault this product in any way, shape or form.

Box the product came in.
Safety/Packaging:
The product came in a beautifully designed lime green box with paw prints all over and on the inside with bright orange lining. I really liked the way it was packaged and was delivered on time and in great condition. The product is safe for dog as it is natural food.

Overall Rating:
I rate this product 9/10 due to one disadvantage that could be changed to something a little fancier like the box the product actually came in.

If you wish to purchase this product, please click on the link below to be taken directly to the website:
http://www.farmfood.co.uk/

Vapormax Electronic Cigarette

Vapormax Electronic Cigarette
Vapormax Electronic Cigarette
I received this product for free in return for a review.

Advantages:
Firstly I would like to comment on the weight of this product. It does not feel heavy at all and can be kept in your pocket or handbag at any time just be careful not to tip it upside down because it can leak into your pocket or all over your hands and it is not a great thing. It is easy to use just hold onto the button and take a pull. nothing hard about that is there? Gives a good throat hit once e-liquid is inside and it does not take very long to charge up either. Great product from Vapormax and I hope to purchase from them in the future.

Disadvantages:
I can not fault this product in anyway.

Safety/Packaging:
The Electronic Cigarette came in a padded envelope in good condition. The boxing to the E-Cig was designed well. I really liked the way the boxing was designed with the colours which were used to create it and the font which was used blended in very well. The font was clear and easy to read and all the contents were packed tightly. The product is not safe for children under the age of 18 because of the e-liquid. The e-liquid usually consists of nicotine but you can get nicotine free.

Overall Rating:
I rate this product 10/10 due to its functions and ability and no disadvantages.

If you wish to purchase this product or just browse at all their other products then please click the link below:
http://www.vapormax.co.uk/

Simply Organic Oils

Simply Organic Oils
I received  Jamaican Black Castor Oil and Extra Virgin Organic Coconut Oil for free in return for a review.

Advantages:
First of all I will discuss some of the advantages that apply to both of the products. Firstly I love the size of these glass bottles. They feel great and the way they are designed is clever. I like holding these bottles because they feel like quality. The lids are screw on lids which is another positive factor as it is easy to open and close instead of the pop up lids that just leave excessive residue on the sides. The bottles can be reused once again. If you put more oil into them or simply use them for something else. The labels are clear and easy to read and its easy to differentiate which product is which. Moving on to the separate part of the review where some of the factors are not the same. The Extra Virgin Organic Coconut Oil smells exactly like coconut ill have you know. It is used as a powerful skin moisturiser. It encourages healthier, glowing skin and it is also powerful in reducing protein loss in your hair. I thought this product was fantastic and smelt amazing. If you love the smell of coconut then you will DEFINITELY love this one! It is 100% natural too. What more could you want?
Advantages for the Jamaican Black Castor Oil is that it aids in hair growth and growth rates. Jamaican Black Castor Oil or JBCO for short is a completely organic oil perfect for helping eyebrow growth,  hair growth and hair maintenance and again is also 100% natural.

Disadvantages:
Sadly I have found a few disadvantages for both of the products which I have to mention. For the Jamaican Black Castor Oil in my opinion smells vial. How do I put this?  Do you smoke or know someone who smokes? Well has any of your children complained that they can smell an ash tray nearby especially when there eating? That is what my children have said anyway when I used to smoke in the past. That is exactly what it smells like. My husband, son and daughter have all said the same thing and have agreed that it does not smell very nice. My only other disadvantage is for the Extra Virgin Organic Coconut Oil. When I received this product, it was hard like wax and not pourable so I left it to soak in a jug of boiled water to melt it down again so it could be used.

Safety/Packaging:
This is a product which you DO NOT want to drop on the floor. One because it will shatter and glass will be everywhere and on top of that the oil is going to be a nightmare to clean up especially if you have carpet. Not only that if its on a cleanable surface it will remain slippery, so I advise you to be extremely careful when handling this product. The products arrived intact and safe ready to be used. The fonts on both products are clear and easy to read and the colours and fonts used blend well together to give that all important finish.

Overall Rating:
I rate Jamaican Black Castor Oil: 7/10 due to the smell which really put me off and I will not be purchasing this product any time soon.
I rate Extra Virgin Organic Coconut Oil: 9/10 due to its positive factor and one minor disadvantage. I do recommend this product.

If you wish to purchase either of these products or just generally wish to browse the website then please click the link below and take a look:
www.simplyorganicoils.com

Lily's Kitchen Cat & Dog Food

Lily's Kitchen Cat & Dog Food
I received these products for free in return for a review

Advantages:
Firstly I am amazed at this company. I really am. The staff are amazing and I know this because I have emailed them twice now as this is my second review for their company on many different products. The box that the products came in was truly beautiful and I will definitely be explaining as to why when I get to Safety/Packaging part of my review. On receiving these products I had to introduce my pets slowly to these products as they are not used to natural or organic food. My dog Zeus eats absolutely everything and anything and I mean anything. I left my sweeping brush in the garden for a split second turn around and he already has it between his paws chewing the plastic off it!! (Was not impressed.) Finding food for him is usually not a problem unless it is cheap then he does not eat it. The first product I am going to review is Truly Natural Fish Skin Dog Chews. The video to the left shows just a small snippet of my German Shepherd trying the Fish Skin Dog Chews for the first time. He seems to be enjoying himself and really liked the smell of it as it really was strong. Another great factor about this product is they are resealable which you can open and not have to worry about the smell escaping as you can just close it back up again. Fantastic.
The second product which I will be reviewing now is Bedtime Biscuits For Dogs. Now this is great. There is just so much to type up in this review it truly is amazing. I feel I can say good things about Lily's Kitchen because they do bring a smile to my face. I suppose this will probably be one of my longest reviews not because I received many different products but because there is so much things to write about. Firstly I LOVE the design of this box. I think its spectacular. It opens up in such away and you can close it back up again.  The colours are beautiful and go well with the theme of 'Night Time.' The biscuits do not have a over-powering smell at all. They are 100% natural and are great for their teeth. They have calming ingredients which will help the dog to calm down and sleep well and they also contain probiotic yoghurt. On the box it also shows you the actual size of the treats inside which I thought once again was incredible. The product is made with Honey, Yoghurt, Chamomile & Passion Flowers.

The Third product which I am going to be reviewing is infact for cats. It is called Crunchy Nibbles For Cats. This product comes in a long plastic tube with a metal lid to help seal the food. Inside the tube is a see-through plastic packaging which contains tiny pieces of food but lots of it. The Crunchy Nibbles is best served with wet food and there is a little label attached to the top of the container to let you know which I personally thought was handy. I served this food with wet food and I generally served it just by itself and my cats seemed to love it so it went down well and is now completely finished. I have not thrown my container away because I thought it was such a handy container that I now re-use this container and put my dog treats inside so they are not in a random box on the side. It does not take up a lot of space either which is very handy when you do not have enough space to put stuff in the first place. I really like the design of this product too as there is not much going on but it still is presentable and pretty. Crunchy Nibbles For Cats are fish bites packed with nutritious ingredients for overall health and dental health too.

The final part of my review is a product which is also for cats and it is called Fish Dinner. This product can be served in the tin or you can take it out but I decided to leave it in the tin because my cat was outside and did not want to come inside at that moment in time so I have created a video for you all to watch and enjoy one of my cats called Bluey enjoying the meal. When I say tin, Its not a tin but it comes in a container that you can throw in the recycling bin as it is plastic and can not be reused unless you want to put small amounts of food inside but if you do reuse it, it would not last for very long as it will go out of shape and not look appealing so it probably is best to recycle it as soon as you are finished with it. Again, this product is presentable and pretty and is a product I will be more than likely to purchase in the future.

Disadvantages:
The Disadvantage I found for the Truly Natural Fish Skin Dog Chews was that as soon as you opened the packet the smell of fish was extremely over-powering. I mean I dislike fish so I was heaving while having to touch and give them to my dog but he enjoyed them so I cant really complain. Its only for a few seconds anyway. If you dislike the smell of fish, then you will definitely dislike these products. I could not find any disadvantages for the Bedtime Biscuits For Dogs, Crunchy Cat Nibbles or Fish Dinner.

Safety/Packaging:
There was something I discussed earlier on in my review that I said I would explain in detail and that was the cardboard box that my products came in. So all my products were packed beautifully and tightly together separated by bits of recyclable paper. The box was beautifully designed and made with pure love. You can tell just by looking at the box that Lily's Kitchen care enough to decorate their boxing with their brand name and pretty flowers whereas normal companies big or small just send you a normal cardboard box that every other company has. So this boxing was special to me and special to them too. The products are 100% natural and organic so they are safe.

Overall Rating:
I rate Truly Natural Fish Skin Dog Chews: 8/10 due to that overpowering smell of fish (Yuck).
I rate Bedtime Biscuits For Dogs: 10/10 due to having no disadvantages.
I rate Crunchy Nibbles For Cats: 10/10 due to having no disadvantages.
I rate Fish Dinner For Cats: 10/10 due to having no disadvantages.

If you wish to purchase any of these products or to just simply have a browse at their amazingly designed website filled with lots of spectacular products then please take a look at their website in the link below:
http://www.lilyskitchen.co.uk/









Fresh Indulgence Golden Glow Airbrush Spray Tan

Fresh Indulgence Golden Glow Airbrush Spray Tan (Medium)
I received Fresh Indulgence Golden Glow Airbrush Spray Tan for free in return for a review.

Advantages:
When I first received this product, I was over the moon and could not wait to try it out as I have never used a spray tan before. I feel like a vampire most of the time when the sun comes out because I can not sit outside for no longer than five minutes. On the other hand, my mother can sleep in the sun for hours and get a natural glow whereas I look anaemic. On receiving the spray tan, I jogged up the stairs and headed straight to the bathroom to try it out. I was very new on how to use these type of products so reading the instructions on what to do was very important to me and they were very easy to follow which I was pleased about. The aerosol can was a nice holdable size which was not to bulky and the right amount for one whole body application. Fresh Indulgence Golden Glow Airbrush Spray Tan had a bronzer inside which helps you to see where you have been and where you have not been but after a few hours it fades away leaving you with a perfect all over even tan. This is where I had a panic attack because when I sprayed the tan onto my leg it came out really dark and I though it was going to stay like that but then I realised this is not the case and my nerves calmed as it left my skin looking beautifully tanned. The lid was an easy pull off lid which was not too stiff and easy to put back on too.

Disadvantages:
The only disadvantage that I came across was that when you spray it too close to your skin and then move it further back, when the tan settles you can see a faint line of a darker shade of the spray tan. Other than that I can not fault this product in any other way.

Safety/Packaging:
When I received this product, it was well packed and arrived in perfect condition.The product is 100% Paraben Free that is safe, gentle and easy to use.  The colours and font which was used to create the design on the front of the aerosol can blended very well together using colours to go with some of the words.

Overall Rating:
I rate Fresh Indulgence Golden Glow Airbrush Spray Tan: 9/10 due to one little disadvantage which did not bother me so much. overall, a great product and I would definitely recommend this product to anyone who is looking to go for a medium golden glow. If you wish to purchase this product or any other product from the Fresh Indulgence range, please click the link below:
http://www.freshindulgence.co.uk/

Friday, 2 May 2014

The Radical Tea Towel Company

Tea Towel
The Radical Tea Towel Company
I was lucky enough to review a Tea Towel and a Tote Bag for free from The Radical Tea Towel Company in return for a review. I will do the  'Advantages' part of the review separately but on the same page to make it easier to see which product I am reviewing for the company. For everything else in the review will be for both the products.

Advantages For The Tea Towel:
When I first received the Tea Towel, I straight away put it into the washing machine to loosen it up and make it less stiff because the Tea Towel was brand new and quite rough. After it came out of the wash, I put it on the radiator and waited for it to dry. I really liked the idea of the 'Carbon Footprint' and the quote which reads 'Tread softly, for you tread on my dreams.' (Yeats). I thought this went very well with the Tea Towel and the colour of the Tea Towel which is Green. This would represent the environment.  This is great for a Tea Towel because whenever you are in the kitchen cooking or simply just washing your hands you will always need something to dry your hands and using the Tea Towel you would obviously want to read what it says and it will remind you to use less and recycle and not waste more than you actually need. Even if you have read the quote on the Tea Towel before, using it again you already know what it says and it does play in your mind and make you want to recycle your rubbish or simply stop using excess water or food. The Tea Towel itself feels great quality and not a cheap tea towel which you will purchase and a few days down the line its ruined and ripped. The Tea Towel is made from 100% Premium Cotton and it is stitched on all four sides.

Shopping Bag
Advantages For The Vegetarian Ethical Bag:
I was extremely impressed by the durability of the Vegetarian Ethical Bag. It feels like quality and not something that you would get from a store that when carrying your shopping in, the handles will snap on you and everything goes all over the road. Yes this has indeed happened to me. Not once but TWICE. You would think once would be enough and you would learn from your mistakes but nope not me. Enough of me complaining and back to the actual product. The handles are strong and can hold quite a lot of weight. I put my two six pint milk bottles and a few of my energy drinks into this bag. Yes it was heavy but my husband did all the lifting and even he was surprised it did not rip of the handles did not snap. The sewing and stitching on the product is superb and strong. The Tote Bag is Colorful and full of lots of fruit and veg pictures on the bag.

Disadvantages:
The only disadvantage which I came across was for the Tea Towel. When you accidentally get a stain on the tea towel and wash it, it still appears slightly but I suppose this is something which you will expect on a tea towel which is not a problem to be totally honest. There are many other products which you can use like stain remover to get out of the product. I did not come across any disadvantages for the Tote Bag.

Safety/Packaging:
The products came tightly packed together and there was no damage to any of the products. The products are 100% safe to use. The colouring on the Tote Bag go very well together and the way the Tea Towel is laid out is also incredible and the colours and font blend well together too.

Overall Rating:
I rate the Tea Towel: 9/10 due to one little disadvantage which can be fixed with stain remover. If you wish to purchase this product from the company, click the link below;
www.radicalteatowel.com/Environmental Tea Towel

I rate the Vegetarian Ethical Bag: 10/10 due to amazing factors and no disadvantages. If you wish to purchase this product, click the link below;
www.radicalteatowel.com/Vegetarian Ethical Bag

If you wish to just browse the website, then click the link below;
www.radicalteatowel.com

Wednesday, 30 April 2014

JessiCurl Hair Cleansing Cream & Extra Moisturising Conditioner

 JessiCurl Hair Cleansing Cream & Extra Moisturizing Conditioner
I received both these products for free in return for a honest review.

Advantages For Both Products:
When I received these products I was quite surprised with the outcome. The Cleansing Cream and Extra Moisturising Conditioner smells purely like coconut. JessiCurl Cleansing Cream is a gentle moisturising cleanser that doesn't create tons of lather but will clean your hair and leave it quite soft. If you have dry or thick hair like me and also if you have coloured hair it can be applied too. The Extra Moisturising Conditioner has Shea Butter, Jojoba Oil, Avocado Oil and lots of herbs and spices believe it or not. The Extra Moisturising Conditioner is a thick conditioner but not so thick that it feels heavy and does not leave your hair greasy. I have a extremely hard time with greasy hair and this product conquered my quest and defeated my greasy hair!

Disadvantages:
I can not fault either product in any way.

Safety/Packaging:
The products are safe for anyone who does not suffer from any allergies to the ingredients and also keep out of reach of children as all products. The products came tightly packed. The colour and font on the products blend well together and the font is clear and easy to read.

Overall Rating:
Overall I rate the following products: 10/10 due to both their amazing factors and the work that they do.
I definitely recommend these products who are suffering from greasy,dry hair or frizzy curls

To purchase the Moisturising Conditioner, Click the link below:
www.jessicurl.com/too-shea-extra-moisturizing-conditioner
To purchase the Hair Cleansing Cream, Click the link below:
www.jessicurl.com/hair-cleansing-cream
To generally take a look at their website, Click the link below:
www.jessicurl.com

John Frieda Frizz Ease Miraculous Recovery Creme Serum

 John Frieda Frizz Ease Creme Serum
I received this product for free from John Frieda in return for a honest review.

Advantages For John Frieda Frizz Ease Miraculous Recovery Creme Serum:
John Frieda Frizz Ease Miraculous Recovery Creme Serum is an intense repair formula which visibly transforms dry, frizzy hair to become silky-smooth and healthier looking. John Frieda Frizz Ease Miraculous Recovery Creme Serum Contains a thermal protectant. To put on all you have to do is apply to wet or even dry hair and dispense one pump of the Serum into the palm of your hand. Rub your hands together and apply generously the the ends of your hair. Try not to apply it directly to your roots. For longer and more thicker hair, use a bit more of the serum. Do not wash out the product leave it in wait for a little while then style as normal. I found this product great to use as it really did work well. I like the fact that you do not need to wash out the serum and you can apply it when ever you wish. If you are in a rush it helps a lot as you can apply, style and not have to worry about having a shower. The product doesn't leave your hair greasy or oily in fact it looks great and if anything more volumized after styling. This product is definitely worth the buy! This fantastic product is also affordable even for people who do not get paid much or even at all. Click the link below to go directly to John Frieda's Website.

Disadvantages:
There were no disadvantages for this product except that it left your hands feeling a little sticky and you need to wash them straight away but this is more than likely going to happen with majority of hair care products so it did not really phase me whatsoever.

Safety/Packaging:
I think the safety towards this product is great, just keep high away from children as with any other hair care product. The product came beautifully packed in a small John Frieda box with a black ribbon attached which I thought looked appealing and eye catching. I am extremely impressed by the condition I received my product in. It was not damaged and was tightly packed. The font and colours that were used on the Serum blend very well together and the font is clear and easy to read.

Overall Rating:
I rate John Frieda Frizz Ease Miraculous Recovery Creme Serum: 10/10 due to the end results. I recommend this product to anyone who is looking to buy a serum that will stop frizz and also help while styling your hair. Definitely worth the buy.

Nestle Toffee Crisp Cereal

Nestle Toffee Crisp Cereal

I was provided with a free box of Nestle's Toffee Crisp Cereal via Bzzagent in exchange for an honest review.


Advantages 


I am a cereal fanatic, and love to try new cereals, mix them around and experiment with different flavours so I was delighted to be selected for this campaign. Usually, the more exciting chocolaty cereals are aimed at kids, whilst the healthier versions are aimed at adults so it was a pleasant surprise to learn that the Toffee Crisp cereal is aimed at grown ups, however I'm sure the bright packaging will not go unnoticed by kids.


The cereal consisted of chunks of chocolate puffs and small caramel flavour balls. I thought the chunks would break apart when in milk but they held their shape, which is always a plus. 

I ate the cereal with ‎semi skimmed cold milk, and also dry, straight from the box. Both times the taste was great. However eating it dry becomes very addictive as you don't know when to stop! 

Given how yummy and chocolaty it was, I was very hesitant to look at the nutritional facts. However, the packaging clearly shows that there are 127Kcal per 30g serving, which to me was pretty normal for a cereal. The sugar percentage was a little high, at 8% of the daily intake, but that was to be expected for a cereal originating from a chocolate bar.


Disadvantages

Although I really enjoyed this cereal, it was very much on the sweet side, and I had to mix it with less flavoursome cereals (bran flakes) to balance the sweetness out. It's good for a treat but I'm not sure if this is something i'd like to eat on a daily basis.

My nephew ate the cereal dry with me and he enjoyed the taste too but commented that there weren't enough caramel balls.

Safety/Packaging:

The product is save to eat but just check the ingredients before hand in case you are allergic to any of the ingredients! The packaging on the boxing is clear and easy to read and also the font and colours that were used are appealing to the younger children who will find it fun and be more interested in the colours and font rather than the actual contents inside as this is what catches their eyes the most.

Overall Rating:
Overall I would give this cereal an 8/10!

DHC Products





DHC Deep Cleansing Oil, Extra Nighttime Moisture, Concentrated Eye Cream & Velvet Skin Coat Sachets 
I received DHC Deep Cleansing Oil, Extra Nighttime Moisture, Concentrated Eye Cream & Velvet Skin Coat Sachets for free in return for a honest review.

                                                     Advantages For Deep Cleansing Oil
The Sachet that I received for Deep Cleansing Oil, Came in a light green Sachet but the actual product comes in a plain, transparent bottle that you can dispense using a pump to squirt some on to your hands. In the sachet, there was more than enough to use for one day but I got two days out of the sachet which I thought was great. The Deep Cleansing Oil is used to dissolve makeup, dirt and other impurities that may have gotten onto your skin. I used this product for two days just before I went to bed as that was the time I took my makeup off. DHC'S Deep Cleansing Oil is Number 1 best seller in the Face Makeup Remover Cateogory at Amazon since 26/11/2013. Deep Cleansing Oil Nourishes with antioxidant-rich olive oil and I have to say it really did make my skin feel smooth and soft. The oil comes in three different sizes at three totally different prices which you can purchase from the link below. For a 30ml bottle of Deep Cleansing Oil Mini it is £4.50. For a 70ml bottle it is £11 and for a 200ml bottle it is £21.50 which in my opinion is worth it as it really does work!
                                                                                       www.dhcuk.co.uk/DHC

Disadvantages For Deep Cleansing Oil
The only disadvantage that I found was that when you apply the oil you have to wash it off with water whereas other oils you do not have to, you just let it soak into your skin. If the oil did sink into your skin then I would not have a problem but I would prefer to have the oil soak in rather than washing it off.

                                                                       Advantages For Concentrated Eye Cream
This Sachet also lasted me two days. Even though it was small, it was only used for around your eyes. This product did me wonders! DHC'S Concentrated Eye Cream fights fine-lines-causing dehydration. The Eye Cream helped me in so many ways. I had dark circles and under my eyes they also appeared to look very dry and unappealing. After trying this Eye Cream, it really did diminish the dark circles under my eyes which shocked me! I put it on at night for two days in a row and I was in complete shock the following mornings. This product is packed with humectants, this nourishing cream moisturises the delicate skin around the eyes as it helps to premote elasticity. Ginseng, Horse Chesnut and Olive Oil revitalise. For a 20g pot it is usually £26 but at this moment in time it has been lowered to £20.50 on sale through 31/05/2014 so I suggest if you want to try this product, now is the right time to purchase it. Get going, Click the link below.
                          www.dhcuk.co.uk/DHC


Disadvantages For Concentrated Eye Cream:
There are no disadvantages for this product.

                                                                                Advantages For Velvet  Skin Coat
Ok first of all I HAVE to say WOW!! I am really really REALLY impressed with this product. I cut a little snip in the sachet and applied the Velvet Skin Coat to my face using my finger tip and it immediately took the shine away from my face and dissolved into my skin. I told my daughter to feel my face and she touched it and was extremely shocked at how well it dissolved into my skin as you could not feel it or even tell that I had applied any. She rubbed her fingers together and there was not even a single bit was on there but left her fingers also feeling soft. It was not greasy nor sticky which I could pick up my phone and have a conversation with someone without getting grease all over my phone. That is how well it worked. Whether you wear make-up every day or hardly any at all, you NEED this complexion perfector. Like a gossamer veil, this velvety, soft primer controls shine and smooths flaws-lines, pores and blemishes. Make-up lasts longer, blushes wont budge and shadows wont stray. You will love how you look without applying foundation or concealer. It is only £17 for 15g which is definitely worth it 100%. If you wish to purchase this product, please click the link below.
www.dhcuk.co.uk/DHC

Disadvantages For Velvet Skin Coat:
I can not fault this product in any way.

Advantages For Extra Nighttime Moisture:


DHC  Extra Nighttime Moisture helps your skin recover from the day's stresses with our decadent yet gentle night cream. This antioxidant and collagen-rich hydrator reinforces skin's natural defences while you peacefully slumber, for a refreshed-looking complexion in the morning. Extra nighttime Moisture is a thick, rich cream that does in fact feel a little heavy on your face tightening it up making you face feel more relaxed. Another fantastic product from DHC at a great price. For a 45g pot of Extra Nighttime Moisture is normally £27 but it is on sale at the moment for £20 on sale through the 30/04/2014 so if you wish to get your hands on another great product, click the link below.
www.dhcuk.co.uk/DHC

Disadvantages For Extra Nighttime Moisture:
There are no disadvantages for this product

Safety/Packaging For All Products:
As I only got sachets I am not too sure about how well packed the products come but I can comment on how I received my samples. My samples came in a envelope in a sample bag attached with a staple to the booklet that tells you all about the products I received and many more products they have in store. The brochure which I received along with the samples which can seen in the picture at the top of the page contained not only products but secrets and tips and also an order sheet where you can place your orders if you wish to purchase anything else from DHC. I also received a booklet from DHC which is a guide on how to use each product and the ingredients which each product contains which I personally thought was great.

Overall Ratings:
I rate DHC Cleansing Oil; 7/10 due to that one crucial disadvantage.
I rate DHC Concentrated Eye Cream; 10/10 due to all its advantages and no disadvantages.
I rate DHC Velvet Skin Coat; 10/10 due to all its advantages and no disadvantages and also how well the product worked and how amazed it left me.
I rate DHC Extra Nighttime Moisture; 10/10 due to all its amazing factors.

Visit the DHC Website to just generally have a browse at all there amazing products:
www.dhcuk.co.uk/

Wednesday, 16 April 2014

Charles Worthington Volume & Bounce Range

Charles Worthington Volume & Bounce Range
I received Charles Worthington Volume & Bounce Range for free in return for a review.

Advantages:
First of all, because there is three different products I will be reviewing I will be doing them together but I will make it as easy as possible for you to understand which products I am referring to at the time.If you struggle to understand which product I am talking about and where it is that you need help understanding, please leave a comment and I will get back to you as soon as possible. Charles Worthington Volume & Bounce Shampoo is simple and easy to use with a fresh scent which is emitted when using the shampoo.  The instructions were clear and easy to follow just like any other hair care product. The size of the tube was quite big which I personally thought was great because it allows you to use more over a longer period of time. Charles Worthington Volume & Bounce Conditioner is another fresh smelling product which lingers on throughout the day. I love going outside when I have just used the shampoo and conditioner and the wind blows and you get a whiff of the products. That really makes me smile. The weightless, yet sumptuous, volume-boosting conditioner is enriched with plumping Collagen which I personally thought was great. Last but no means least Charles Worthington Volume & Bounce Thick & Full 3D Boosting Creme has a special blend of powerful volumising polymers, this styling creme enhances hair's overall thickness and texture and works to boost hair to supreme heights, lasting all day. This unique complex is proven to provide 3 times the volume and to combat moisture, keeping frizz at bay in high humidity conditions. The best thing about this product is you don't even need to wash it out. all you have to do is: Apply to clean damp hair so lets say you have a shower or a bath and then use this product afterwards. Dispense 2-3 pumps into your hands and distribute evenly all over your hair, massaging at the roots and spreading through mid-lengths and ends. Blow dry and style your hair as you normally would and voila!

Disadvantages:
After providing such great advantages you would think there is no fault in the products right? Wrong. I really dislike writing about the disadvantages because some people may think I am being picky but whats the point in doing a review if you are not going to be honest about everything? SO...First of all instead of writing about the shampoo and conditioner separately I am going to write the same disadvantage for the two because they both have the same fault. Charles Worthington Volume & Bounce Shampoo and Conditioner's tube really really bugged me when I went to use it. When I had a shower and I knew what shampoo and conditioner I was going to use I really didn't want to have a shower. When I picked up the shampoo and conditioner at first when the tubes were full it was pretty easy to squeeze out but by the time I used about half the tube, I had to squeeze the tube extremely hard to the point my hand was aching and I couldn't squeeze no more. I am not sure if anyone else is having the same problem but seriously it hurt. The second most annoying factor about Charles Worthington Volume & Bounce Shampoo and Conditioner is after all the squeezing the tubes remained all wrinkly,bent and misshaped to the point where they were about to fall over from being all lopsided. On the other hand, Charles Worthington Volume & Bounce Thick & Full 3D Boosting Creme did wonders to my hair and I can not fault this product in any way possible.

Safety/Packaging:
All the products I received were all packed tightly together and there wasn't a problem with the packaging.  In my opinion, the products were safe to use. The font on all products are clear and easy to read and the colours on the tubing blend well together and it is easy to tell which one is conditioner and which one is shampoo as they both are two totally different colours which makes it a lot more easier instead of picking up the shampoo and thinking its conditioner and applying it to your hair and realizing only then that you have just used shampoo again.

Overall Rating:
I rate Charles Worthington Volume & Bounce Shampoo: 6/10 due to its disappointing factors and I don't think I will be buying this product any time soon. If you still wish to purchase this product then click the link below:
www.boots.com/Charles Worthington Shampoo
I rate Charles Worthington Volume & Bounce Conditioner: 6/10 also for its disappointing factors and I don't think I will be buying this product anytime soon too. If you still wish to purchase this product then click the link below:
www.boots.com/Charles Worthington Conditioner
Charles Worthington Volume & Bounce Thick &Full 3D Boosting Creme: I rate 10/10 due to its amazing factors and zero faults. If you wish to purchase this product then click the link below:
www.boots.com/Charles Worthington Thick And Full 3D Boosting Creme

Tuesday, 15 April 2014

Schwarzkopf Color Mask (550 Golden Brown)

 Schwarzkopf Color Mask (550 Golden Brown)
I received Schwarzkopf Color Mask (550 Golden Brown) for free in return for a review.

Advantages:
As many people know, I LOVE to dye my hair and try out new colours and different looks but this time I received a colour that was I would say two shades darker than my natural hair colour. This product came just in time as it was nearly time for me to dye my hair again and luckily i didn't have to wait so long to try it out. Inside the box there was a leaflet with pictures and instructions on how to dye my hair and how long to leave it in for which I found really useful. After trying the product out, I would also say that the results give you a beautiful, permanent, natural looking colour with a healthy, glossy shine and yes No signs of grey!!! If you are going to try this product out...along with all new hair dyes, carry out an allergy test 48 hours before using the hair colourant, even if you have used colouring or lightening products in the past. Last but not least the price for the product is affordable for people with low income at the price of £4 in Boots.

Disadvantages:
To be completely honest, I haven't come across any disadvantages in the product itself but I did once again come across a delivery problem. This has nothing to do with the company itself but everyone wants their products coming to them in good condition even the box! I'm not sure if you can see in the image above but the box is slightly damaged.

Safety/Packaging:
in my opinion the product can and can not be safe....It can be safe if you have done the allergy test 48 hours before hand but on the other hand if it is left around young children or toddlers it can be extremely dangerous so please be very careful where you put this product if purchased.

Overall Rating:
I rate the product overall 10/10 due to the end results and easy to follow instructions.
I definitely recommend this product to anyone looking to buy a hair dye.
If you wish to purchase this product please click the link below:
www.boots.com

New L'Oreal Paris Age Perfect Extraordinary Facial Oil and Oil-Cream




New L'Oreal Paris Age Perfect Extraordinary Facial Oil and Oil-Cream
I received L'Oreal Paris Age Perfect Extraordinary Facial Oil and Oil-Cream for free in return for a review.

Advantages:
I will review each product separately but in the same paragraph so it is easy to understand which product I am talking about at the time. First of all,  L'Oreal Paris Age Perfect Extraordinary Facial Oil is a luxurious facial oil made from a blend of eight essential oils. The formula is expertly balanced to give a cashmere-soft touch and a radiant glow for truly beautiful nourished skin. The oils feel lightweight, with a non-greasy texture that help seal in moisture, and help protect the skin from looking dry and dull. When I first Tried the Facial Oil I Immediately saw results. My face glowed and felt extremely soft and this was within five minutes after applying the product but straight away you could see a difference. If you use the product daily your skin will be 'intensely nourished with the moisture for radiant looking, cashmere-soft feeling skin.' When I read the instructions of how many drops to use and how many times a day you are supposed to use it, it did surprise me a little of how much you have to use. Another advantage for women is that when you use creamy foundation, you can put one drop of Extraordinary Facial Oil to the foundation before applying it to your face and it will give you a luminous look. Last but not least, another great feature about the Facial Oil is that you don't need a cotton bud/wool to apply it on your face or even by just simply getting your hands oily and wasting half of it as it seeps into your skin. All you have to do is use the pipette to soak up the oil and then slowly release three drops onto the areas needed.The Extraordinary Oil-Cream is inspired by the Asian 'Massaji Kream' tradition. This moisturiser is infused with essential oils, lavender, rosemary, ideal for daily use and for an indulgent massage treat. The Extraordinary Oil-Cream in my opinion smells absolutely gorgeous! 'The luxurious cream intensely nourishes with moisture, skin looks brighter and the signs of fatigue appear to be reduced.' The Oil-Cream is another great daily product I have been using and I am very happy with the outcome.
Usage For Extraordinary Facial Oil:
3 drops in the morning: For a radiant looking glow. Use on your cheekbones to highlight key areas.
Use as a nightly massage: Alone or under your night cream for an extraordinary luxurious ritual.
Use on dry zones: Leaves skin intensely nourished with moisture.

Usage For Extraordinary Oil-Cream:

  • Apply Daily on a thoroughly cleansed face and neck
  • In the morning, place a small amount of cream on the tip of your fingers and apply in small movements to reawaken a more luminous complexion.
  • In the evening, apply more generously by delicately massaging into the skin.
Disadvantages:
In my opinion, I have not come across any disadvantages for either of the products.

Safety/Packaging:
In my opinion, both products are safe to use on sensitive skin as my skin is pretty sensitive and it had no effect on me. The packaging is great and the colour of the box and the font both blend very well together making it clear and easy to read.

Overall Rating:
I rate L'Oreal Paris Age Perfect Extraordinary Facial Oil and Oil-Cream both 10/10 due to effectiveness and end results.
I definitely recommend L'Oreal Paris Age Perfect Extraordinary Facial Oil and Oil-Cream to anyone looking to buy a facial oil or cream any time soon.
If you wish to buy any of the above products, please click on the links below:
www.boots.com/Extraordinary Oil Cream
www.boots.com/Extraordinary Facial Oil

Eau De Lacoste Sensuelle

Eau De Lacoste Sensuelle:
I received Eau De Lacoste Sensuelle for free in return for a review.

Advantages:
Another shocking delivery which arrived at my door step!
'Eau De Lacoste Sensuelle is an elegant, sensual fragrance that captures the natural intensity of soft floral notes on a relaxed, warm evening and features notes of blackcurrant, nougatine and rose.' Along with the perfume that I received, I also received five mini samples that I gave to a few of my friends as they really liked the fragrance that it emitted. Before I opened the big one, I used one of the samples on myself to smell it before I gave the rest of the sample to my sister. I genuinely adored the fragrance myself and have completely finished using the product myself. I will definitely be buying this product soon and not just for myself but as presents for other people too.

Disadvantages:
In my opinion, I could not fault this product in any way possible.

Safety/Packaging:
The product came very well packed along with the five mini samples. The font on the box of the product was clear and easy to read and the colours blend well together.

Overall Rating:
I rate Eau De Lacoste Sensuelle 10/10 due to the fragrance and the appearance of the bottle. I also recommend this product to anyone who is looking to buy a perfume any time soon. If you wish to buy the above product, please click on the link below:
www.boots.com

Scholl Velvet Smooth Express Pedi

Scholl Velvet Smooth Express Pedi
I received Scholl Velvet Smooth Express Pedi Electronic Foot File for free in return for a review.

Advantages:
I had absolutely no idea that I was going to receive this product, so when it arrived it was a mystery to what was inside. As I tried to guess what was inside my parcel, I seriously had no idea which really bugged me. I tore open the box using nothing but my bare hands and to what was inside really shocked me. Scholl Velvet Smooth Express Pedi has to be one of the best products I have ever received due to its power and end results. I wish I had taken a picture before and after of my feet but because I was too excited I got started straight away! I ripped open the plastic packaging which was on the product to protect it and yes I still used my hands not going into the kitchen to get a knife or scissors to help speed up the process which took about five long minutes to get the product out. Scholl Velvet Smooth Express Pedi got rid of my hard skin that I have tried to exfoliate over the years. It came with the following:

  • 1 x Electronic Foot File
  • 1 x Roller Head
  • 4 x AA Batteries
  • 1 x Cover
It really is so simply to use. All you have to do is gently rotate the file over hard skin and see the dead skin disappear. You'll feel results immediately afterwards as your feet will be left smooth and soft.

Disadvantages:
The only disadvantage I came across was that when you press down a little bit harder, the machine slows down or stops as if the batteries are finished. I suggest they upgrade to a stronger motor to help get rid of extremely tough skin.

Safety/Packaging:
Scholl Velvet Smooth Express Pedi came very well packed, the product was tightly sealed and no faults or marks whatsoever. In my opinion, the product is safe to use on tough skin.

Overall Rating:
I rate Scholl Velvet Smooth Express Pedi 9/10 due to effectiveness but it lost one point due to weak motor.
If you wish to purchase the product, use the link below:

Garnier Miracle Skin Cream


Garnier Miracle Skin Cream
I received Garnier Miracle Skin Cream for free in return for a review.

Advantages:
'The unique anti-aging formula with SPF 20 helps reduce the appearance of signs of ageing such as wrinkles, fine lines and dark spots.' When I first received this product, I was extremely excited to try it as I am a great fan of Garnier products. I immediately rushed to my bedroom to apply the Miracle Skin Cream and I have to say what a transformation! When I put a tiny blob on the tip of my index finger and rubbed it onto my face, it turned to a type of foundation cream which got rid of my fine lines and made my face look younger due to the foundation like substance. My husband not knowing the Miracle Skin Cream had done this, he picked up the cream of the side and applied it to his face and came down with a nice sun-kissed glow (LOL!) In my opinion, the best thing about this product is that the texture is not thick and non-greasy. Garnier Miracle Skin Cream is fast absorbing and a small quantity goes a very long way. You do not have to you tons of the cream to cover the whole of your face, you just need a little bit to cover your whole entire face.

Disadvantages:
In my opinion, I could not find any disadvantages for this product.

Safety/Packaging:
When I received my product in the post, it came in a medium sized padded envelope which made me think it was in good condition. When I opened the parcel, the product inside was fine but the box it came in was damaged like someone had stood on it. First impressions definitely do count and i have to say i was NOT impressed. This had nothing to do with the company but it was the postman's fault. (Proof in the images below.)

Overall Rating:I rate the above product 9/10 due to effectiveness but minus one point for the delivery.
If you wish to purchase the product the link below will take you directly to the product.



Proof of damaged box.
Proof of damaged box.