Reviews by Scruummptiousweets

Scruummptiousweets says "Streak and Orange Free Self Tanner" about ULTA Tinted Self Tanning Gel

Scruummptiousweets — Tue, 05 May 2009 19:33:36 GMT

I actually bought the ULTA Self Tanner because they were out of another product I wanted to try. Then, I fell in love with the ULTA self-tanner. This is the best self-tanning product that I have ever used. I think it may be so great because it is a gel so it blends in very easily. I have never had streaks or orange spots from using thsi product. It is super easy to apply on yourself without the help of your husband. There are two levels light to medium and medium to deep. I started with one bottle of the light just to get some gradual color build up and then I progressed to the medium deep shade which is definitely darker. I love this product and have since purchased more. And, ULTA is always having sales so it is very affordable.

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Scruummptiousweets says "Warms lotion but you can't use it all" about Conair Conair Heated Lotion Dispenser with Chrome Accent

Scruummptiousweets — Tue, 05 May 2009 19:23:58 GMT

i bought this Conair Heated Lotion Dispenser so that I would not have to shiver every time I wanted to put lotion on - especially during the winter months. It can hold quite a bit of lotion which I thought was great so that I wouldn't constantly be filling it up. Also, the lotion warmer doesn't constantly warm the lotion; you have to turn it on prior to using it. It heats up pretty quickly depending on how hot you have the temperature set. I really liked the fact that there are also temperature controls so that you can adjust how hot the lotion gets. My one disappointment came after using my Conair Lotion Warmer for a while. Once the lotion gets to a certain point in the container, the pump no longer is long enough to pump lotion. And there is still quite a bit of lotion left in the container. So, you have to fish out the rest of the lotion by yourself which is kind of a pain.

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Scruummptiousweets says "Wipes dry no matter what" about Munchkin Deluxe Wipe Warmer

Scruummptiousweets — Tue, 05 May 2009 19:14:20 GMT

The munchkin Deluxe Wipe Warmer is a great product idea that lacks in the follow through. I bought this with the thought that it would be nice to have warm wipes rather than cold ones, especially in the winter. I even bought the deluxe with the water reservoir thinking this would help prevent the wipes from drying out. However, no matter what I do the wipes always dry out. I can put water in there daily...even though it doesn't actually use that much water and they still get dry. Not to mention the fact the the wipes on the bottom always seem to get burnt like. They turn yellow and are crusty. I've even tried flipping the wipes over every few days so that the same ones don't stay on the bottom. And this doesn't even work. The only way I can prevent the wipes that I put in here from drying out is to actually sprinkle water directly onto the wipes.

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Scruummptiousweets says "Awesome Sensitive Wipes" about Huggies Gentle Care Sensitive Baby Wipes

Scruummptiousweets — Tue, 05 May 2009 19:00:45 GMT

I absolutely and totally love these Huggies Gentle Care Sensitive Wipes. They are by far the best sensitive wipes that I have used. I love the fact that even though they are sensitive wipes they do not have a disgusting odor about them. They simply don't have a smell. And, you don't really miss the fragrance. I also love that these wipes are super think and absorbent. I think the cloud design on the wipe actually helps make it a little thicker. These wipes are very smooth. The only thing I find wrong with them is that sometimes the Huggies wipes can leave a tissue like residue on the skin. It would also be nice if Huggies offered a few more coupons for their product.

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Scruummptiousweets says "Overly wet and nasty smelling" about Pampers Sensitive Wipes

Scruummptiousweets — Tue, 05 May 2009 18:55:17 GMT

I have purchases Pampers Sensitive Wipes on several occasions. I generally buy the Pampers because they put out coupons. However, I have to say that I am a bit put off by the smell that these sensitive wipes have. they smell awful. Compared to other sensitive wipes I would say these are the worst. Granted they are supposed to be fragrance free, but surely they shouldn't smell as bad as they do. I also don't like teh filmy residue that these wipes leave behind. Something in them lingers on the skin for a while and takes quite a bit of time to dry. I definitely would not recommend these to anyone. Also, compared to other brands, the Pampers Sensitive are a little too thin. They aren't very thick and they seem to stretch out.

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Scruummptiousweets says "Easy does it - awkward" about Windex Outdoor All-In-One Window Cleaner

Scruummptiousweets — Mon, 06 Apr 2009 01:20:38 GMT

I had to wait a few days before using the Windex Outdoor product because of the weather. Upon taking the Windex Outdoor out of the package I was a bit surprised by the lack of instructions as to how to put it together. I assumed that they would be lettered or numbered to guide you and maybe even a diagram. But there was nothing. Once I got it put together I thought it was a neat contraption but wondered how I would be able to reach windows on a second story. Then I realized that it could be extended with a painters stick. But, I wonder how sturdy it would be after adding the extension. I finally used it and I have to saw, it was kind of neat for getting around bushes. However, I think that wetting the windows, washing, and rinsing was a bit much. To me, I would have liked for the pad to have already been moist and on have to wipe. Or, I would want the pad to be washable and reuse-able. The current state of the pad doesn't seem very economically friendly. Also, I have to wonder what's...

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Scruummptiousweets says "Space saving cooling racks" about Wilton Indulgence Three-Tier Cooling Rack

Scruummptiousweets — Mon, 02 Mar 2009 18:13:18 GMT

The Wilton Three Tier Cooling Rack is a great concept. It allows you to cool multiple products without taking up a lot of space. However, I often have trouble getting the legs to stay up and go into place for the tiers. Therefore, I generally end up not stacking them. It would be great if the legs were sturdier and easier to get to stay in place. Another issue I have is that there isn't a whole lot of space between the racks. If you are cooling a cupcake or muffin sometimes it can be a challenge to not have them touching.If it wern't for the fact of getting three racks in the box I don't think I would purchase these Wilton Cooling Racks....

Scruummptiousweets says "Multi-feature colander for anything you need to wash or strain" about Tupperware Double Colander

Scruummptiousweets — Mon, 02 Mar 2009 18:07:20 GMT

The Tupperware Double Colander is a great kitchen item to have. It is really like having three colanders in one. You can use the small lid for rinsing or straining a small amount of food. You can use the main bowl for larger amounts of food. Or, you can place your food in the bowl and cover with the lid so that you can shake your food while rinsing/straining. If you use them both at the same time the lid will lock into the base so that food won't fly. I love that this comes with two pieces because then if one's dirty you can have a back-up. I also like the long handle on the Tupperware Double Colander because it allows you to hold the colander better when transferring food. The legs on the bottom of the main colander bowl are a great idea because they keep your colander up out of the sink or pan when you are using it. It is also dishwasher safe which is a big plus....

Scruummptiousweets says "Perfect set of measuring cups" about Tupperware Measuring Cup Set

Scruummptiousweets — Mon, 02 Mar 2009 17:57:50 GMT

The Tupperware Measuring Cup set is by far the best set I have ever owned. I love it because of the sizes that are included in the set. You get all of the following sizes in the set: 1/4, 1/3, 1/2, 2/3, 3/4, 1. I've never seen other set that come with the 2/3 and 3/4 cup but it is very handy to have. They are easy to store because they stack inside each other and stay in place. They are also perfect for pouring out of because of the spout feature that is on them. There is a spout on both sides which is convenient if your crazy in the kitchen. The Tupperware set also has the size of the cup on embossed on the handle of each cup. I consider this a very practical thing because I've had previous sets where the numbers are painted on and they wash off. This set can go into the dishwasher and be perfectly fine. They are a little pricey but will definitely last for a while and I think are worth the money....

Scruummptiousweets says "My electric steamer has been replaced!" about Glad Simply Cooking Microwave Steaming Bags

Scruummptiousweets — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 19:23:29 GMT

I absolutely love these Glad steam bags. They are perfect for someone who doesn't like to do dishes. And be honest, who actually likes doing dishes? They're so easy to use. I don't think there really is a way to mess things up when cooking in the bags. You simply put the food in the bag, follow the cooking chart guide that is both on the box and on the bag, and voila your food is done. I even like to add seasonings, oil, or butter to mine to make it even better. For me this is the best way to cook frozen vegetables and have them come out tasting ok. These Glad steam bags are perfect for anyone to use because they come in two sizes. A larger size for families or when your cooking for guests and a smaller size for individuals. Another great thing is that there are endless possibilities of what you could put in the bag and microwave. About the only thing I have found wrong with the bag is that sometimes food will get stuck in there and you have to jiggle it out. Now the only time I actually......

Scruummptiousweets says "Best mixer for big projects" about KitchenAid Stand Mixer

Scruummptiousweets — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 19:13:48 GMT

I love the KitchenAid stand mixer. I originally purchased the professional series where the bowl is on a lift mechanism. However, I immediately returned that model after getting it out of the box. It was way too heavy and wouldn't even fit under the counter. So, I got the Kitchen Aid Artisan series. This is the model where the mixer head tilts. This model is a little more manageable in the kitchen. I absolutely love the mixer. It is great for all of the heavy duty kitchen projects. I don't use it everyday because it's just too much hassle to clean. One downfall I have found with this product is that the ingredients can get into a trap of sorts in the bottom of the bowl where they do not become thoroughly mixed. And the indentation in the bowl makes it difficult to scrape them up. Also, while the bowl is on the mixer stand it can be awkward to add ingredients in without getting them on-top of the mixer head or the attachment blade. Even though there is the two piece shield, this doesn't......

Scruummptiousweets says "Great pictures and functions BUT handle with care" about Kodak - MD853

Scruummptiousweets — Wed, 18 Feb 2009 00:34:08 GMT

This is the first digital camera I had. I LOVED it. However, it has now gone by the wayside thanks to my other half who dropped it on the wood floor. :( The Kodak MD853 takes excellent photos and has a great selection of functions for the price. For me, the pictures have never been anything other than clear, crisp, and vibrant. I love the features it offers. When this one broke I couldn't fine another one in this price range that actually had this amount of features on it. It has the panorama which is great for those vacation or large family photos. You can change the colors of the pictures to black and white or sepia all on on the camera. It has the auto face detection so you can perfectly center what you are focusing on in the picture. I like that there is a rechargeable battery. Most cameras in this range are using disposable batteries and they eat them like crazy. Also, Kodak has some program that automatically reduces the picture file sizes. The only thing I have wrong with this......

Scruummptiousweets says "A Wealth of Knowledge " about Suze Orman Show

Scruummptiousweets — Wed, 18 Feb 2009 00:17:25 GMT

I love the show! I've even read some of her books. I think she has some really great tips on how to get to where you want to be. She does a good job at explaining the difference in types of investments and how you would want to build your portfolio depending on your goals. I like how the is candid and upfront; she doesn't sugarcoat things for the viewers. If you can't afford it or your are being fooled by the advertisements she'll tell you. Who wouldn't want her on their side. It'd be great to have her at your personal financial adviser. The show covers a wide range of topics from teaching your kids to save to how to plan for your retirement. It's great how there are online resources that are available as well. I also like how things are projected on screen as she is discussing them so that you can see the break down of what she is covering. It helps you to visualize what she is trying to point out. And, I really like how people can call in with their issues, questions, and concerns. ......

Scruummptiousweets says "Big mistakes that cost you" about Fidelity Investments www.fidelity.com

Scruummptiousweets — Wed, 18 Feb 2009 00:08:11 GMT

I got this plan through work when they switched from TIAA-CREFF. This is a horrible plan that I would never voulantarily put money into. They charge you an account maintence fee that is outrageous. If at some point you cease to contribute to the plan they will continue to charge you the fee until the account balance is depleated, which happened to a spouse.Upon moving and updating my address I received the lettering confirming that my address had changed. All was good...until I moved again and find that I haven't been receiving statements for a year because somehow they have the wrong address on file. So, now they have the wrong address, yet they were able to mail me the confirmation letter verifying teh new address. Strange. I had issues with the customer service department directing me to the incorrect paperwork on numerours occassions. It took me calling them four times, contacting the better business bureau, and printing off and filling out every single form available online......

Scruummptiousweets says "High turnover with agents and can't get things done!" about Shelter Insurance

Scruummptiousweets — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 23:52:43 GMT

I have to say that I am less than pleased with Shelter Insurance Company. There are several agents in my local area; however, when going through the phonebook and attempting to call one not a single one will answer. Now, this is not at an abnormal time for businesses to be open, I'm talking at 2 in the afternoon! So, I decided to go in person to see if I could speak to one. And what do you know, they closed early, at 3:30, to go vote. Now who needs to close two hours early to vote? The polls don't close until 7p.m. What's the deal? On top of that I have had three agents that have just up and quit over the past few year. No letter, phone call, nothing. Just me going to get something changed one day and finding out that they are no longer open for business and have shuffled me off to someone else. So, I'm wondering is Shelter really that bad of a company to work for? On to other topics. I moved and personally called the 800 number and went to the agents office to make the address change.......

Scruummptiousweets says "Where's Bob?" about Nintendo Wii - The Price is Right

Scruummptiousweets — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 23:28:10 GMT

The graphics for this game are horrible. The look like the old 8-bit Nintendo collided with the wii and produced this game. You can't use your Mii's. Instead you have the choice of about 8 different computer characters that are not even close to looking normal. There is a bald guy, an african-american man, an old lady, a young female, and a character that you honestly can't tell if it is female or male. If you play one player you are forced to play against the computer. If you play with others and you don't have 4 people, again you are forced to compete with the computer. The products that they use for you to bid on and for prizes look like they took clips from actual shows of "The Price is Right" and some of them are old. The If you are playing with other people you are given games to choose from to play. The bad thing is that the last person to go doesn't get to choose, they are forced to play the game that is left. They did do a good job in puuting the games on there that you want......

Scruummptiousweets says "Good variety ... but gets old fast" about Nintendo Wii - Carnival Games

Scruummptiousweets — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 23:11:02 GMT

I got this because of teh selection of games it offers. And, they are good. The only thing is there aren't really levels; that I've found yet. So it gets old kind of quick. But, I do have nephews that like to play this and its great for the ones that are a little too young for some of the more challenging games. The games provided here are simple. And you've seen them before at the local fair so it's kind of fun. Would I buy it again after having played it and knowing what it's like? Yes....

Scruummptiousweets says "Satisfied but not Amazed" about Lexmark X5495 Printer

Scruummptiousweets — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 06:14:02 GMT

I bought this as a replacement/upgrade from my HP. I have to say I'm a bit disappointed. For one, the paper holder is in the back, so all of the paper that is fed through has this indentation type thing from where it has caught the feeder. Very unprofessional, especially on business documents, or for a picky person like myself. It also seems to just eat the ink like crazy! And, the only ink cartridges I can find are ones that say they are remanufactured. Now, I do recycle mine but, If I wanted to buy a refilled cartridge, I'd do it myself for half the cost. You can't lift to see the cartridges without the printer automatically wanting to align them. This is frustrating if you simply need to get the numbers of check ink levels. The scanner seems to be a bit off when laid on the screen yet, when fed through the document feeder things are fine. And, often times, the auto-feeder likes to pull multiple pages at a time; this is very frustrating when sending a fax. It said it did double sided......

Scruummptiousweets says "Great Pizza & Salad" about Mazzio's Pizza - Jenks, OK

Scruummptiousweets — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 05:55:40 GMT

They have great pizza, salads, and desserts. They also have great specials, Monday night 6.99 large 1 - toppings. Tuesday night buffets for the entire family. It's great! Be sure to try the cheese dippers, they're awesome. And, sign up for they're e-mails online....

Scruummptiousweets says "Available to be Edited By Anyone - At Anytime" about Wikipedia.com

Scruummptiousweets — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 05:50:14 GMT

Not considered to be a reliable source of research, especially in the academic world. Consider this: anyone can at anytime edit the information that is posted on the Wikipedia cite. Therefore, I could change it to say that John Doe was the King of England from 1490-1530...and an unsuspecting person doing research would be none the wiser....