Reviews by ericamissamrica

ericamissamrica says "Very good quality- does a great job steaming my clothes!" about Rowenta Pro Compact Garment Steamer

ericamissamrica — Sat, 09 May 2009 03:32:43 GMT

I confess. I bought the Rowenta Pro Compact Garment Steamer without doing much shopping around or research! *Gasp!* I was in Bed, Bath, and Beyond and decided to start looking for steamers. This was the nicest mid-sized one they had on display in comparison with Con-air and a few other lesser-known brands. It just so happened they were offering a rebate and sale that week so I got it for a good deal.

The Rowenta Pro Compact Garment Steamer works well, although it takes a while to really get all the wrinkles from your clothes. My clothes were so crisp and beautiful when I was done. I actually didn't want to stop and was trying to find more clothes to steam. I steamed about 25 garments before the water ran out- it has a large water reservior.

The only thing that scared me was a gurgling noise the water in the hose started to make when I was halfway through with the steaming, but after reading the directions, I found out it was condensation in the hose and that happens often....

...

ericamissamrica says "Sleek look and works just the way a laptop should work." about Dell XPS M1530 Laptop

ericamissamrica — Sat, 09 May 2009 03:11:35 GMT

My first laptop was a Dell and lasted me 5 years and is still going strong (that's with 3 hard drive replacements along the way, but that's why you purchase the 4 year warranty!)

Although my old laptop works just fine, I needed a change and wanted a more powerful computer instead. After TONS of research looking at other company's laptops, visiting Best Buy to get a "feel" for the XPS, and playing on Dell's website for hours on ends (adding different combos of features), I decided on the Dell XPS 1530. It was a bit pricer over most of the other Dell models, but the "upgrade" from my Inspiron to the XPS was a good choice. I also purchased a 3 year warranty. I looked to this purchase decision as an investment.

The laptop works great- it's fast, the screen is beautiful and displays colors well, I love the remote that came with it, the design is sleek, the keyboard is brushed metal, and the built-in web cam is neat too! I would reccomend for the "above-average" computer user.

...

ericamissamrica says "Amazing toothbrush- like a mini-spa treatment in my mouth!" about Sonicare FlexCare 900 Series Electric Toothbrush

ericamissamrica — Fri, 08 May 2009 01:30:29 GMT

I'm obsessed with having clean, white teeth and actually brush twice a day. However, I have been using a "regular" toothbrush my entire life. The last time I went to the Denist, I asked what I could to other than "the usual" to practice even better oral hygiene. He suggested I invest in a Sonicare Electric Toothbrush.

I did a little shopping around and found the Sonicare FlexCare 900 Series Electric Toothbrush. An investment it sure is!! For almost $200 it was very expensive, but well worth it. I will never use a "regular" toothbrush again. As crazy as it may sound, I actually feel a difference in the cleaning sessions.

The toothbrush has 5 different modes, each timed based on how long you want to brush your teeth. My favorite is the MaxCare 3-minute mode that combines both the "clean" and massage" functions.

At first, it took a while to get used to- the toothpaste splattered all across the mirror one time. But after a week, I was a pro and my mouth felt a whole lot cleaner,...

...

ericamissamrica says "The only product that helped clear my acne!" about Proactiv Solution 3 Step System Kit

ericamissamrica — Fri, 08 May 2009 01:16:35 GMT

I have pretty much suffered from acne my entire life. I thought I would grow out of it in college, then post-college, then after-kids, but I still suffer from it. I thought I would have tocontinue living with it...until now.

I was a little leery when first trying Proactiv. I thought it was just another corny infomercial which was a gimmick and overcharged for a less than great product. But at this point I had tried other acne clearing products: Neutrogena, Clinique's system, and Avon's system, among others. I'm not saying these other acne systems do not work- they just did not work for ME.

So, with little hope and optimism, I called Proactiv and got my first order of the 3-step system. After a few months of using the product, it has in fact, cleared up my acne. No, my face is not crystal clear- I have a blemish or two every now and then - but it is MUCH better.
I have become a believer in the Proactiv 3-step system and am really happy I gave the product a chance. My only complaint...

...

ericamissamrica says "Krylon's Wood Stain is so easy to use and even fun to use!" about Krylon Exterior Semi-Transparent Wood Stain

ericamissamrica — Tue, 05 May 2009 03:18:46 GMT

This year our deck furniture needed to be re-stained. So I asked my husband to go out and buy the "regular" stain we usually use. However, when he was out shopping, he came across Krylon's Exterior Wood Stain...basically wood stain in a spray paint can.

It was so easy to use and saved us tons of money and time compared to the usual wood stain we use. The best part was that even I could use it and I am probably the least handy person you could meet.

This spray-on stain was so much easier to use than brush on because it could get into the small crevices. Also, there is a 360 degree spray tip that moves so you can spray at different angles. Whoever thought that spraying my deck furniture would be so fun!? Also, the dry time was really fast- the can says 15 minutes or less but we waited longer just to be safe.

P.S. We used the "Honey" color which came out beautiful! My husband wasn't sure if the color would come out the color on the cap, but it was pretty darn close. Highly recommended!!...

...