Reviews by faectious

faectious says "Ziploc Vacuum Starter Kit REALLY Sucks!" about Ziploc Vacuum Starter Kit

faectious — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 17:13:12 GMT

The Ziplock Vacuum is fantastic! The 'other' brand is more expensive and very difficult to work.

This vacuum REALLY does suck out all the air and its very easy, AND youdon't have to buy batteries.

This item has already paid for itself with the food I have saved in the 1.5 months I've owned it!

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faectious says "Reusuable bottles, why not?" about Sigg Water Bottle

faectious — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 17:03:25 GMT

Why shoulnd't everyone use a reusable bottle? Even if you aren't green, it makes sense. Think of all the water you buy in plastic bottles? How much does that cost? We could all buy a filtering water pitcher and get a metal bottle to refill. Spend maybe $50.00 yearly on filters...

Remember when you were a kind and you used to go visit your grandparents? They had that pump outside for water, and that huge metal ladle..remember how cold and great it was? Relive the experience every time you drink!

Are plastic bottles safe? I'm not sure...but I think it's kind of ick to reuse those. Think of the bacteria. How do you get them clean? Soap? Takes forever to get it out all the way. Bleach? same thing!!

So go out and buy a Sigg Water Bottle ASAP...save the planet and your wallet, all at the same time!

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faectious says "Fantastic!" about Mr. Coffee - Coffee Maker - FTTX85 10-Cup

faectious — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 14:06:16 GMT

LOVE this Mr. Coffee coffee maker! I adore always having the coffee ready when I wake up in the morning.

I also love the auto shut-off feature. Nothing worse than burnt coffee!!

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faectious says "Great option for the price" about Aveeno Positively Ageless Lifting and Firming Daily Moisturizer SPF 30

faectious — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 14:01:55 GMT

Great moisturizer that sinks in quickly. Non greasy and doesn't contribute to my acne issues. I also love the fact that it's an SPF30. My face is still 'sunless' while my arms and hands are quite tan. Time to get the Aveeno SPF lotions for my hands/arms!!

My only complaints are that after application, when applying makeup (I use BE). At times, the moisturizer will almost peel off? Leaves something that almost looks like pills on a sweater. Have to brush that off gently. Another issue I have with this product is that WAY too much comes out for application to face with one pump. I think perhaps it should have been metered better.

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faectious says "BEST food possible" about Wellness CORE Original Dry Adult Dog Food

faectious — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 13:50:31 GMT

Our dogs were prone to dandruff, shedding, and a bit of lethargy. After MUCH research, i decided to try Wellness. We have 3 dogs of mixed ages, one who had just turned one, so I decided to try Wellness Core.

My 9 year old acts like a puppy again after 2 bags of this food. There is little to no shedding and everyone just raves about how good my dogs look.

Wonderful product!!

Be ready for cash register shock, though. This food is about $65.00 for 25# in my area. YIKES!!

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faectious says "LOVE IT! " about Kyocera - Strobe K612 Cell Phone

faectious — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 21:04:37 GMT

Fabulous! Just don't text and drive!!

Gotta love a phone with a QWERTY keyboard! Love to use it to keep in touch with my friends. Really wish my mother would learn to text...

Very easy to use. It's big enough that the buttons aren't hard to push, and small enough so it's not bulky. The menus are easy to follow as well. Sometimes it's difficult to pick up a new phone and be able to use it, but I haven't had any problems with this phone.

I've had this phone over 2 years and am fighting the 'upgrade' urge! I'm sure I will have problems finding another phone that makes me as happy!

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faectious says "My go to favorite for years!" about Prestige Cosmetics Duo Eyeshadow

faectious — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 20:47:58 GMT

My favorite! Prestige Duo in Cinnamon Stick! I have bought 6 of them over the last few years. Can apply heavily or very lightly for subtle or dramatic looks. Everyone is always telling me how great my eyes look!

The colors STAY where you put them and are very true to the look they have in the container which is much better than a lot of shadows I've tried.

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faectious says "Best mascara EVER!" about Maybelline Define-A-Lash Mascara

faectious — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 20:34:54 GMT

Why You'll Love It

This zero clump mascara creates stunning length with clean definition.

Patented shaped-to-the-lash brush
Ophthalmologist tested, Contact lens safe
Waterproof; also available in washable formula

For Best ResultsSweep brush upwards from root to tip to separate individual lashes and to achieve definition and length. Do not let dry between coats. Removes easily with soap and water or Maybelline® New York Expert Eyes® Moisturizing Eye Makeup Remover.

Fantastic in my opinion! I've used every kind of fancy department store mascara, and this is by far, the BEST. I actually bought this for the first time on my wedding day and let me tell you, hours and many tears later, I still looked great!

I live in a state with crazy humidity and I've had many so called 'waterproof' mascaras give me racoon eyes only rivaled by a zombie...NOT my best look! I can put on my make-up in the morning and go on with my day without worries about my eyes.

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faectious says "Fantastic and fresh-Vera Wang Princess" about Vera Wang Princess by Vera Wang Eau De Toilette Spray 1oz for Women

faectious — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 15:49:37 GMT

Love this perfume! Very light and fresh and clean! Nothing worse than perfume that overpowers everything. This perfume DOESNT, and yet I still get compliments that I smell great. This is my summer signature fragrance!...

faectious says "Moisturizing shouldn't equal grease!" about Almay Hypo-Allergenic Eye Makeup Remover Pads Moisturizing 80 ea

faectious — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 12:56:34 GMT

Tried these 'moisturizing eye makeup remover pads' because I've always trusted the Almay brand. They do remove make-up pretty well, (eventually) but I usually need 2-3 pads for EACH eye to get my make-up removed. The pads leave a very greasy residue that I find very annoying. I have to remove my eye make-up and then the rest of my make-up to wash off some of the oil that is left on my eye area. The remover leaves a film akin to baby oil, and since it won't completely come off, it messes up the application of my eye shadows the next morning!...

faectious says "Pretty good for the price" about Bissell Lift Off Bagless Plus

faectious — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 21:38:24 GMT

We purchased this vac about 2 months ago. Gotta love the extreme 'self propelling' feature. This thing almost feels like it will take off without you!

We generally use this machine daily and for the most part, it's excellent. Could be a bit stronger, though. Also, it does tend to leave a strip 'uncleaned' about 1.5" in from the edge which is irritating.

Another issue is the fact that you can't 'pop a wheelie' with this vac to pick up something that rolls in front of the machine. FOr some reason, it doesn't have a catch and if you try to do that, it doesn't work.

It has an on/off switch for the beater bar, so you can use it on non carpeted floors, to be honest, it really does a poor job without carpet, so I'd take a pass.

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faectious says "Fantastic nutrition, affordable price!" about Nutro Natural Choice

faectious — Wed, 27 Feb 2008 21:14:21 GMT

Excellent food! My boys have been eating different varieties of this food for about a year now. There is less shedding, less scratching, and they seem to love the taste! I have a dog with very sensitive skin and who has allergies. He is remarkably better now that we are using the Nutro foods exclusively....

faectious says "Stains lips a horrid pink like mood lipsticks from the '80's" about Rimmel London Doing It Swell Lip Plumper

faectious — Wed, 27 Feb 2008 19:05:57 GMT

I love Rimmell products usually. I was at Target and saw a new product. A (self described) "perfect pink lip plumper" called DOING IT SWELL in 'kiss me'. I chose this product because it seemed as if it would simply apply a bit ot tint to my lips while plumping them.

Oh boy...WRONG. I've not had lips with this color since I decided to be Madonna for Halloween 1986. This stain has been on my lips for (so far) all day. WIth luck, it won't be permanant!!

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faectious says "FanfreakinTASTIC" about Bare Escentuals Starter Kit

faectious — Wed, 27 Feb 2008 14:49:41 GMT

I'm very blotchy and have an uneven skin tone. I've been thinking about trying the BE for a while, but kept putting it off. One day, I took the plunge and I WILL NEVER GO BACK! I look absolutely flawless!

I love to look like I'm not wearing makeup, and BE does that for me. I had fun with my mother who said 'well, it looks like you don't have any makeup on'. I removed half of my 'face' and let her see for herself what Bare Escentuals does! My mother who has been wearing the same orange makeup since 19aught2 has been swayed as well!

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faectious says "Best pet brush on the market" about FURminator Large

faectious — Tue, 13 Nov 2007 20:42:19 GMT

I must admit that I knew about this product for more than a year before I actually broke down and bought one, as they are a bit expensive.

I hate that I waited !! This is the best product ever! I have 3 dogs of different breeds and sizes and they all enjoy this brush!

One of my dogs (who is a rescue) has always been afraid of being of brushes, but he actually comes and begs for this to be used on him.

The amount of fur that isn't on the carpet or furniture is absolutely amazing!

If you don't have a furminator, buy one today!

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faectious says "Excellent nutrition with a good value" about Nutro Natural Choice Senior Dry Food

faectious — Tue, 13 Nov 2007 20:34:27 GMT

I'm very picky about what my three dogs eat. They are all seniors, but of different sizes and breeds. This food works well for all of them. They enjoy eating it and it's good for them.

One of my dogs had very dry flaky skin, but now, with this brand of food, he's looking fantastic!

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faectious says "Best candles ever!" about For Everybody Candles All Fragrances

faectious — Tue, 13 Nov 2007 18:43:01 GMT

Best candles ever! I think that they are only available at Kohl's, but it's worth a special trip!

Many scents to choose from and the price is right. Long burning, highly fragranced soy based candles in mutiple sizes, and designs.

I discovered these candles a few weeks ago (they were on sale), and have since bought 12 of them, and intend to give them out for Christmas gifts.

The only problem I've found so far is the wick on these candles. The wicks are very thin and sometimes difficult to light. There is a small tin container in this line of candles, and I woudln't recommend buying these unless you use a candle warmer, as the wick will not stay lit!

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faectious says "Excellent especially if you're into 'fashion' colors!" about Rimmel London Nail Polish

faectious — Tue, 13 Nov 2007 18:17:35 GMT

Wonderful polish! So many colors to choose from. Anywhere from sedate barely there colors to 'screaming' wild colors. I've found that it stays on nicely, even though I take karate classes, do housework, and so on.

It's great to have a brand that you don't break the bank to try an unusual color so that you don't have to regret the purchase when you don't want to wear it.

Goes on very smoothly and evenly. Most colors I've used really only need one coat, and that's great for my busy life.

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faectious says "Excellent!" about Burt's Bees Beeswax Lip Balm Tin 3 oz

faectious — Tue, 13 Nov 2007 18:11:57 GMT

A smidge hard to CLOSE, I've found. But as long as you don't mind getting your fingers dirty, this is an excellent product!

Moisturizes and soothes dry chapped lips. Very comforting to someone whith constant chapped lips.

Very reasonably priced. Is also available in tubes, and different formulas. With all the chemicals going into our bodies these days, it's nice to have a product line that you can count on AND read and understand the ingreedients label!

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