Reviews
Flakes
Experience
I have had issues with my own *flakes* depending on the season (dry scalp in the winter, product build up in other seasons, etc). TBH, Flakes was perfect for me, and I'm a woman. Even though it's not my "scent". My boyfriend also uses the product (I bought it for him), and usually, he strays away from any new "fancy brands" I bring home. He's always been more of a "store brand dandruff shampoo 2-in-1" dude (ouch!). He actually made a point to bring it with him on a recent trip, which is also a new accomplishment (not using hotel "shampoo").
ONNIT
Experience
As an avid fan of both Joe Rogan and (separately) nootropics, I actually wasn't crazy impressed with the ONNIT Alpha Brain Memory & Focus supplement. I haven't tried the others yet though. I did notice a little bit of a mellow clarity, and it might be a good beginner brain-nootropic for some people. I know it has raving reviews, and it's also important to consider that anything that works with your brain will work differently for all different types of people (depending on your mental health, medications, or even vitamins you take, as well as your diet and exercise). I liked the feeling on Alpha Brain, but it wasn't exactly the noticeable kick-start I was looking for that I am able to achieve with other brands.
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You can try it out yourself for their subscription trial month if you google "ONNIT Alpha Brain Free Trial". They also have a lot of coupons and discounts running.
Il makiage
Experience
Il Makiage had so many enticing ads showing the curated and individual matching products right into the skin! However, my experience was a little different. I have fair skin and was matched with something that looked very much like it would go with my skin, and I also purchased a concealer with it. It arrived, and the concealer matched closer to my skin than the product. It was very orangey. It was within a couple weeks, so they had GREAT customer service, and told me to keep the product to give to someone else, and they sent me a foundation ("Woke Up Like This") much lighter (040). It was much lighter indeed, not too light for my skin, but still gave me too much of an orangey look. At this point, I'm worried it may just be my skin being too close to translucent. I do love the concealer though. I was bummed because the product actually FEELS amazing on my skin. It's silky (not matte-y), and goes on so smoothly and I love the finish. I just couldn't get paired with the right color for the flawless base foundation I suppose! I gave the first product that arrived to my sister-in-law (she has yet to report back), and I'm hoping perhaps by mid-to-late summer I may match better with the shade...
Cards Against Humanity
Experience
The game can be fun for drinking and close friends you know very well (due to the "know your judge" reasoning), but I wouldn't recommend it to brand new friends who don't know your human as well. Or to play with your parents who don't have a more modern/young humor style. I do appreciate the expansion packs though. It seems like there are 100s of spin-offs of these category games at this point.
Eight Saints
Experience
I received my very reasonably priced sample pack (I include shipping $ when I consider cost). It included 8 different products. None of the products require using much at all when cleansing, toning, applying, moisturizing, etc. So I recommend the sample pack, as it lasted me a couple of weeks. After using all of the products as instructed, my face feels moisturized, smooth, and soft. My face gets red easily, and is sensitive - though I didn't have any issues with Eight Saints products! Down To Earth cleanser is a simple, clean feeling to use in AM/PM. Cloud Whip for my neck was perfect! Seeking C is great, but because my complexion can be fickle with Vit C products, I didn't use this one as much. All In eye cream is super light, and only used at night (so use a different daytime under eye if you want). Highly recommend: Daydreamer (AM moisturizer), Coast is Clear (Seaweed Toner), and Pep Rally (AM Gel Radiance Serum) !!! The regular products to buy may be a little expensive, but I'm leaning towards worth it. They also have smaller/travel sizes you can purchase.
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Try their sample pack for 8 of their top products (but they have a lot more!): https://eightsaintsskincare.com/products/discovery-kit
Hero Cosmetics
Experience
Buying and shipping experience was fast and easy. However, I used one of the micro-needle-like patches for an under-the-surface situation I knew was brewing. By the end of the 6 hours, it had blown way out, it is super red, irritated, and much worst than if I had just applied some benz-per cream to it like I have in the past. Their other products are kind of "eh" so far. I don't want to give less than 2 stars because I haven't used the same kind of patch again (I'm a little afraid to at this point). I used the chin strip and the next morning I didn't really notice much of a difference when I took it off, but at least there wasn't an issue like the spot patch I used. Though it looked like it got some "stuff" out of my skin. I'm going to try and return the other patches, so we will see how customer service goes...
Health-ade
Experience
I'm a big Booch fan, and love Health-ade. My favorite is the Pomegranate! I usually buy a couple with my weekly groceries when I'm out. It's definitely my go-to. Healthy, tasty, and refreshing! My gut is happy.
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Depending on where you buy in-store, it can be a big on the expensive side for a one-time drink.
Liquid I.V.
Experience
I buy these for hiking/camping trips, and sometimes to use at the gym. My go-to is the Hydration Multipliers! My favorite flavor is the Acai Berry! I drink so much water that I usually use half a packet in my water bottle twice a day and the flavor is still great (especially because I don't like overly-flavored drinks when I'm drinking for hydration).
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These are great, but I do hate that they are the most expensive hydration packets in the stores I regular.
Good Molecules
Experience
The only reason why I didn't give it a 5 star is that this was my very first experience with Niacinamide, so I don't know how other brands rate compared to Good Molecules. To start with, Their Serum dropper bottle was smartly done. I say this because it was made in a way where it collects any residue from the sides of the dropper before leaving the bottle (only in the dropper) to prevent it getting messy, or losing any small amounts in the process. I have large pores and have had acne over the years. Not a large amount of acne, but always in the regular prone places there will be SOMETHING I have to cover up that contrasts with the rest of my complexion. I did notice after almost 4 weeks of using the serum my pores seemed to shrink a little, spots of hyperpigmentation had faded a bit, and my overall complexion was much more tolerable. I have combination skin, which is why I went with the serum over their other products. I have already recommended this to a few friends.
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It's really hard to beat their price point, which is why I was suspicious. But it's definitely worth the price even to just check it out!
Javy Coffee
Experience
I love love love Javy coffee. I'm the weirdo that doesn't drink hot drinks (at all). I have even used Javy concentrate in my cacao protein shakes/smoothies, and it gives the perfect kick I need. It also feels like a more measurable way for me to pay attention to how much caffeine I'm consuming (whereas if I have a pot of coffee on, it will be gone before the afternoon).
Feedback
Try their trial first if you aren't sure. Just pay shipping. If for some reason you don't like it, you can cancel the subscription (but it's not super expensive when you think about how much money you spend on ice coffees/cold brews, etc).