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I really like this product.  Cell phones and tablets are among the dirtiest technology that we cannot live without these days.  Do you realize that if you do not clean the screens of the units and continue to use them you are just piling on the germs and spreading them around? If the unit touches your skin on your face when you are using it the germs make contact and this is a perfect a Not to mention the natural oils in your hands smudge the screens and make them unreadable. This is a great product for taking care of those nasty devices and ensuring you get a shiny screen and no germs to spread. You fill the chamber with the cleaning liquid and it comes out in an ionized fine mist on the screen.  You use the special MicroChamois that is infused with silver to wipe the screen.  Silver is known to have antimicrobial/antibacterial properties. That's it.  It could not be simpler and it works!  You get a nice carrying case for the device and a nice pouc...

This is a beautiful bar accessory - this cocktail shaker set.  I heart it for several reasons. 1) Stainless steel is becoming ever more popular these days in kitchen gadgets and accessories.  My household is moving to that genre so I thought this would be a nice set would be a nice start to that in my household. 2) It is not just the shaker that makes this it is also the jigger measure that comes with it in order to measure out 1/2 oz and 1 oz of additives for more precise cocktails. There are also 2 pour spouts which are a great bonus that will ensure the drinks have the right amount of liquor and taste awesome! The set comes boxed nicely.  Inside there is a black velour bag and each piece of the set is packaged in plastic so there are no scratches. The bag is a plus because you can take it with you on the go if your friends don't have a fully stocked set of bar accessories. It also is easy to store it back in the bag which will preserve the beautiful look of ...

I love sampling products that I know come from trusted brands and from a site that comes through with lots of awesomeness.  I am talking about Crowdtap with whom I have been a loyal user of for a few years now. This newest sampling is a brand you may be familiar with as I have written about it before a few years ago.  I am talking about Advil.  This product is a Rapid Release formula and makes it their fastest acting Advil to date.  I received my samples recently and funnily enough immediately following a short stay in hospital for a pain related malady. Coincidence? Maybe fate was looking down? Either way it was pretty incidental. The samples were such a relief because I choose not to take prescription painkillers unless absolutely supremely necessary. The way I was feeling at that moment was that I know Advil has worked in the past and I was hoping it would work this time too. I would have been disappointed not to be able to bounce back a little q...

Well here I am with another health and beauty dilemma.  My hair has not been in its greatest shape recently.  This is both due to the weather which has been on a really strange up and down trend as well as a few unexpected illnesses and a short hospital stay. Yes, I do color my hair.  3 times a year.  Not so much.  So that's not really it. I could blame it all on getting older or the dreaded 'h' word (hormones) and as those factors contribute that's not all of it.  Its the environment, constantly brushing and combing it, putting it up, taking it down, over washing, under washing, I could go on. All of these factors together contribute to my dry lifeless hair. I was excited to try these new products by L'Oreal Paris.  They are Advanced Haircare Extraordinary Oil Nourishing Shampoo, Nourishing Conditioner and Lustrous Oil Serum.  Yes oil... I know what you are thinking, my hair will be greasy or feel oily after use.  NOT true.  ...

For those bakers out there that want to try silicone bakeware or if you have tried it in the past and love it, this set is for all of you. What can I say...#1 Its pink!  My favorite color for those of you who know me at all.  Then you know my girly side is the color pink.  I literally used to never wear anything but pink...but I digress. I am here to write about this great product!  I have never tried silicone bakeware because I was worried about it being flimsy or burning or food sticking or any other reason because I was so used to cooking in those old aluminum muffin pans that were passed down for a few generations. I was wrong! This cupcake/muffin pan was great!  I liked the bundle with the spatula and the basting brush and the paper liners because it meant I only needed to mix up a batter and make a batch of cupcakes.  The liners stayed upright and kept their shape so the sizing of the muffin wells was perfect.  I did use a flat baking ...

Its the year of doing things for me for a change.  Working out, eating better and being more aware of my appearance.  I knew it was time to renew my hair color when a colleague of mine actually had the nerves to tell me I was starting to look my age. I have colored my hair several times over the last 15 years, generally speaking once every 4 months or thereabout.  In the interim it is rare for me to touch up my roots to cover the grays between full coloration cycles mostly because my time is sparse.  I was hoping that this product would be the answer to all of it. I have used Garnier before and even use some of their other non hair care products so I was familiar with the brand prior to this. I loved the color I chose as above because it is very close in the picture to my natural color and I was hoping it would be so when I used it.  I was mostly concerned about gray coverage. I love that this comes with a Precision brush so that I could a good job at ...

#TryDry VoxBox by Influenster introduced me to a new kind of product that is innovative and works really well. Who would have thought that a dry spray would actually work to keep you dry is a genius!  I was always using other types of antiperspirants such as roll-on and gels and white sticks and I find them messy and sticky and although they work, they go on wet or sticky and you have to wait for them to dry in order for them to keep you dry.  Silly huh? Well I got to try Dove dry spray cool essentials scent.  It comes in a nice size can that can last up to 8 weeks.  The first thing I noticed about the product is that the can is lightweight and convenient to throw in my gym bag. When I first tried it I noticed it has a clean refreshing cucumber scent and was not overpowering or perfumey. It was easy to spray because of the overall design of the product. I noticed that it really was working when I got to work and started in on my frenzy of a day when I usu...

I love the smells of Christmas!  Pine trees, cold air, snow, and of course, Peppermint! I recently discovered the benefits of pure essential oils for health, wellness and home uses.  It was recommended to me that I try using an oil product in my diffusers/humidifiers in order to help clear up my sinuses.  Right now it is cold and flu season although it is unseasonably warm in the NorthEast.   I found this product and researched the company and learned a lot about them and the products they make.  They are community oriented and based in the United States.  I have used this now for a few weeks and find that my friends were spot on.  It soothes my nasal issues and I find that I breathe easier.   The scent is strong but not overbearing.  Some scents can make you cough and your eyes burn, but not these.  I find it brings great memories of Christmastime and heath and home. It also is great to ward off those little rodents in your h...

This Dream Essential Silk Premium Black Eye Mask is a very high quality sleep mask that I can recommend for anyone. It is extremely luxurious.  Made of 100% silk.  It allows the user to adjust the band in the back to their own comfort level so it is never too tight or too loos.  There is additional padding in the undereye/nose bridge area so that it does not lay flat against your face. There were no material lines or marks on any part of my face upon waking up.  This mask completely blocked out 100% of the natural light in the room and the 'false' ligthing from the cable box, alarm clock, etc.  I was able to nap during the day when I had a migraine and still use it at night to sleep through.   It is also great to travel with.  I took it on a recent train excursion and it kept the sunlight out so I could nap on the train and not be woken by the lighting.  It is very well made and easy to care for. #dreamessentials Disclosure:...

This is absolutely the best umbrella I have owned in a long time!  It is functional and fashionable!  I bought the turquoise blue because I am so tired of the sea of black umbrellas I see every time it rains.  I wish more people would have bright colored umbrellas to brighten up those dreary rainy days.  But I regress... This umbrella is different from the moment you get it home.  You can see the difference in just the opening of it when you see the sleeve it comes in and the material the sleeve is made of.  The umbrella is made of that same material. It is thicker than your standard umbrellas you can see that and the material feel is soft yet durable. When you see the handle it has the auto open/close button and a wrist strap.  The feel of the handle is almost like those plush microfiber materials yet made of plastic.  It felt very comfortable in hand and did not slip. When you finally open the umbrella there is a black 'powdercoat' on...

This is a really cute and functional product.  I got this flag for my desk for reasons of needing people to know when I am busy or not, in the office or not, have time or don't etc. It is printed on a very nice plastic and was easily wiped off when I got a little liquid on it before I installed it on the desk.  The metal clip is easy to use.  Just peel off the backing and position where you choose.  The flag clips in easily and holds sturdily and moves in a 360 degree fashion.  When I put the flag up it stays without falling. This item would be great for family reunions, tour groups, big corporate conventions, even for office accents in workers cubicles for a little touch of whimsy.  You can visit their website here at Deskflags.com and see for yourself their stock designs or if you want you can call them at 615-750-5972 or e-mail customflag@deskflags.com. #deskflags Disclosure: I received this product for free in exchange for an honest and...

This has to be one of the best inventions ever.  I hate exercise.  There I said it. I am overweight and need to do something about it, but I hate exercise.  There I said it again. A friend tried to get me to join a gym, sorry a fitness club.  Another told me to try riding a bike and that wasn't happening my balance sucks.  Walking is okay but its not going to work out much.  I do not know how to swim and that leaves what? Drastic surgery or me just staying the way I am?  No! And again NO! I asked my physician what he thought about this type of product before I ever agreed to do a product review and he said it couldn't hurt to try.  So here we are...me vs the ball.I had seen these in fitness clubs, yoga classes, etc. so now it's my turn. When I got this and unpacked it I immediately noticed a difference from the ones I had seen others use.  It seemed thicker.  It came with everything you needed to start.  The ball, the ai...

These Darkiron Ip852 foldable headphones are a great product.  I got the black because I figured it was both for men or women.  They are available in other colors.   I am very impressed at the comfort of wearing them.  They were easily adjustable and the foam on the earpiece was just the right size and thickness for me to wear these for a few hours without any pinching. The headband piece was just the right width and was padded very well so no discomfort there either. I was able to use these with my smartphone because there is a microphone and hang up button on the side cord.The cord was on one side of the headphones and the earpieces were labeled L and R.   The sound quality exceeded my expectations because these headphones were less expensive than a lot out there and I figured they would not have good quality.  I thought they sounded great for the applications I used them for.  I used them to listen to movies on a portable DVD player and ...

Deconstructed Neck Pillow Elements I love this pillow!!! I have found it extremely difficult to find a travel pillow that I could get behind and endorse in the way I can this one.  I have been using it as a way to support my head when I am watching TV in bed.  That's how good this product is. As you can see from the graphic above, the product is basically 3 elements.  The first being the memory foam which is the majority of the pillow, the second being the cooling gel layer and the third the luxurious red velour-like material cover that zips in the back so it is easy to take off and clean, and a button closure in the front. The memory foam fully supports the neck so that you can relax when traveling and not wake up with a crick or stiff neck from your neck being compressed down because this pillow does not do that.  It conforms to you as memory foam can and the shape of the entire pillow lends itself to comfort rather than sharp corners, scratchy fabrics a...

Giveaway Service kindly accepted me to review this stylus set from Acid Labs LLC. I know many people may say that a stylus is a thing of the past, however I disagree.  Everyone's body chemistry is different and I have a very hard time getting  screens to react to my touch.  I am not sure if it is the temperature of my skin or what. That's why I need a stylus for my tablet and sometimes even my cell phone when i am relaxing and searching the web  These stylus are cool to the touch, lightweight and glide easily over the screen.  There was no drag while using them and the screens reacted very well to the fine point of the stylus.  They come very nicely packaged in a poly/vinyl plastic pouch with a zip seal closure and a metal grommet in the top. There was even a bonus of a small screen cleaning cloth to ensure the screen stays clear from prints or marks! This set would make a very nice stocking stuffer for your favorite tech junkie!  I know i s...

I love to review products like these Liquid Chalk Markers!  I have never used these types of products before but had heard about them in the past. I love all the different surfaces that I can write on such as glass mirrors and car windows and then erase what I have written with no remaining residue.  They were great to support my local sports team by writing on the windshields and then wiping it off when the game ended.  I have used them to write on chalkboard labels for place settings or other crafty projects and then be able to use the labels again!  I like the way they write because they really come out legibly on all these surfaces and do not fade unless you actually remove the writing. So how do I use these? These work similarly to 'paint' pens.  You have to prime the tip of the pen to release the 'ink' or in this case chalk.  First shake the pen real well, then hold it and press the tip down gently onto a piece of paper until you see the '...

My old friend Crowdtap is at it again. They have been partnered with the Folgers brand for a while now.  Folgers has truly grown as a brand over the past few years and now with this product, they have show to be a true competitor in this market. My best memories of the Folgers brand was an old commercial where a college student comes home for Christmas and wakes up his family by making a pot of Folgers coffee. But I regress. I love these Folgers Flavors coffee enhancers.  They come in 4 varieties, Vanilla, Mocha, Hazelnut, and Caramel. You can use as small an amount or as large an amount to bring the flavor out in your coffee to suit your needs.  The aroma of a truly hot cuppa when adding these is reminiscent of a true coffeehouse brewing which can get pricey if done every day.  Here is a less expensive alternative that allows you to get your much needed flavor rush while enjoying a casual java.  At least that's my opinion. The Vanilla is my f...

Rip a seam? Lost a button? Loose thread? Need a needle and thread and cannot find one? Can't match colors? Then you need Sir Stitch Premium sewing kit.  A place for everything and everything in its place as my family would say.   This is one of the nicest sewing kits I have ever seen. It comes nicely packaged in its own zipper carry case and everything is held under elastic bands. The kit includes the following items: (10) Needles in holder case, (2) Easy Threaders with plastic handles, (12) Spools of Thread in Popular Colors, (1) Measure Tape 25 inches or 65 cm, (1) Thimble, (1) Seam Ripper, (1) Scissors, (18) Straight Pins in holder case, (4) Large Safety Pins, (4) Small Safety Pins, (4) Small Shirt Buttons, (2) Large Shirt Buttons, (1) Fabric Pencil I love the convenience and it is traveler friendly.  I cannot even begin to tell you how many buttons I can lose off my clothes from the wash, over-wearing and all kinds of reasons and wished I had a k...

Do you love your chucks? skips? kicks? Well, I do!  If it weren't for having to go to work every day and wear corporate shoes I would live in my sneakers!  My biggest problem has always been that the sneakers come in awesome colors but the laces are always 'white', White white white..blah blah translation boring!  I always wished there were different styles, lengths, thicknesses and yes COLOR!!!  Well, thanks to this company We Love Colors - you can customize your athletic shoes, laced deck shoes etc.  with that splash of color you have always dreamed of.  The selection of colors available along with stlyes and lengths seem to be limitless.  Solids, gradients, thick, thin, short and long.  If you cannot find something that suits you then you are the pickiest person on earth. I received a gradient pair or green and blue, a solid yellow pair and a coral color.  I promptly put the coral ones in my black skips and they looked great and update...

I LOVE my single cup coffee brewer.  I have stated this many times to many people!  It is great in a household where we are 2 people who do not drink coffee on an everyday basis but brewing an entire pot is way too much. What is also way too much is the cost of the coffee cups that you need to use in the brewer. I was excited to get this product to try and review.  It allowed me to use my own coffee flavors that I prefer, or if I bought whole bean coffee I ground it up and used the grounds in this single cup filter. There is a max fill line on the inside that allows you to put in as little coffee as you want or max fill capacity. The screening on the filter is so fine that it did not allow any grounds to escape like some other filters I have tried.  Also if you follow the fill allowance the grounds did not explode from the top either as I have had happen with others.  The lid seal was just tight enough to use but easy enough to open to fill or clean....