With little Max on the way, we've been stocking up where we can on baby essentials. No matter how old baby gets to be, I KNOW we're going to go through a LOT of wipes. Even now, childless, we use these for everything from cleaning to pets to arts and crafts....baby wipes come in handy! They're a quick and convenient way to fix any mess that you've made!
I was a little uncertain about this stash of wipes from Dr. K. Many bulk deals on Amazon offer more packages to be purchased at once. However, wipes are wipes! So I decided to order and give them a shot.
When they arrived, I was happy to feel that they're just as heavy as packages that I've gotten with 8 or 10 packages of more wipes each. This clued me in instantly that there was something different here!
Upon opening the package, I was able to easily open the individual pack of 72 wipes and pull one out. I've had packages that didn't do too well with this part, and the cover would tear. A torn package of wipes means that you've got to use them FAST or they'll dry up! Then, they're worthless! This is such a pain because you have to look into alternative storage. Luckily, the edges of the packing are reinforced and the wrapper is durable. This is great. Over time, I'll know more about how the packaging holds up. So far, so good, though!
Back to the idea of something being different. Although these wipes come with fewer packages than other bulk lots, the difference is in the quality of the wipes. These wipes are NICE! Pulling one out, I thought I had pulled out two! These wipes are nice a big! They're thick and more like a cloth than typical wipes. This means that you're literally using less and making less of a mess! These would serve you well for BIG messes if you wanted to use cheaper wipes for lighter messes. Dr. K's wipes would also work well for paint, sticky candy/cake messes, and other heavy-duty needs!
My favorite thing about these wipes is that they don't have that nasty, chemically scent that most wipes do. That smell REALLY gets to me and makes me sick. It's horrible, because wipes are something that I will HAVE to be in contact with! There's no overwhelming scent and that means that I don't smell like wipes after using them.
I tested these on my own skin to see how it felt afterwards. Out of everything, this was the most dreaded aspect of this review. I didn't want to feel the sticky, grimy coating of whatever is in wipes after my skin dried. I'm happy (and relieved) to say that I didn't have this issue! I washed my hands after this test, but if I couldn't have, I would have been fine. This is the closest to soap and water that I would be comfortable with as an actual cleaning. No residue means that skin can breathe and this means less irritation!
Overall, I'm sold on these wipes! I'm putting them up to use for BIG messes. I'll conserve them, as they're my favorite so far! If you're looking for a great quality wipe that will handle whatever you or your child throws at it, this is a great option at a great price!
I received this product at a discount in exchange for my honest opinion. I did not allow this discount to influence my review in any way. Additionally, I did not discuss the content of my review with anyone before posting it publicly.
Wednesday, May 11, 2016
Tuesday, May 3, 2016
#PhytopiaUSA Stretch Mark Removing Oil Review
I've had and have used this oil regularly for going on three weeks now. I realize that this may not be the FULL amount of time that this product needs to be completely effective, but I wanted to get my initial impressions down before I spent the rest of the time with the product and forgot what they were. I will come back to update this review as needed.
My fears for this product were that it would be extremely greasy (on my already oily skin), it would stink (and that my coworkers would be able to pick up on it) and that it would irritate my sensitive skin. That being said, I started out with just a LITTLE in one spot, and worked myself up to full coverage as my confidence increased. I would highly suggest the same for you if you tend to react to foreign substances or have random allergic reactions.
The oil, upon opening it, was NOT overwhelming. In fact, once I rubbed it in and it absorbed, there was very little to no residual scent. I really had to smell for it, and to be honest, it could be my bloodhound nose that I got with my pregnancy! The oil went on smoothly, and because I was careful with the amount I used, it wasn't slimey and greasy. You want a VERY thin coat. I would say that resistance on your skin when rubbing it in is ideal.
The marks that I have are very fresh. This should also be noted. I have no SUPER old stretch marks, as this is my first pregnancy.
My observations as of right now are as follows: the oil absorbed rather quickly and left my skin feeling soft. Once or twice, I did get too much, and I noticed a bit of an uncomfortable sticky feeling. Be very aware of how much you're applying! When I did it correctly, I had zero issues. My skin is softer and feels more moisturized. I've noticed the marks have faded noticeably, and that makes me happy! I plan to pick up another bottle to use once baby is born!
A notable perk is the beautiful black velvet bag that the bottle comes in! It makes it easy to recognize when you're looking over a variety of bottles.
I received this product at a discount in exchange for my honest opinion. I did not allow this discount to influence my review in any way. I did not discuss the content of my review with anyone before writing it or posting it here. I was NOT compensated for my review and I do not have any kind of relationship with the seller.
My fears for this product were that it would be extremely greasy (on my already oily skin), it would stink (and that my coworkers would be able to pick up on it) and that it would irritate my sensitive skin. That being said, I started out with just a LITTLE in one spot, and worked myself up to full coverage as my confidence increased. I would highly suggest the same for you if you tend to react to foreign substances or have random allergic reactions.
The oil, upon opening it, was NOT overwhelming. In fact, once I rubbed it in and it absorbed, there was very little to no residual scent. I really had to smell for it, and to be honest, it could be my bloodhound nose that I got with my pregnancy! The oil went on smoothly, and because I was careful with the amount I used, it wasn't slimey and greasy. You want a VERY thin coat. I would say that resistance on your skin when rubbing it in is ideal.
The marks that I have are very fresh. This should also be noted. I have no SUPER old stretch marks, as this is my first pregnancy.
My observations as of right now are as follows: the oil absorbed rather quickly and left my skin feeling soft. Once or twice, I did get too much, and I noticed a bit of an uncomfortable sticky feeling. Be very aware of how much you're applying! When I did it correctly, I had zero issues. My skin is softer and feels more moisturized. I've noticed the marks have faded noticeably, and that makes me happy! I plan to pick up another bottle to use once baby is born!
A notable perk is the beautiful black velvet bag that the bottle comes in! It makes it easy to recognize when you're looking over a variety of bottles.
I received this product at a discount in exchange for my honest opinion. I did not allow this discount to influence my review in any way. I did not discuss the content of my review with anyone before writing it or posting it here. I was NOT compensated for my review and I do not have any kind of relationship with the seller.
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