2 years ago
I’ve tried the Ouai texturizing spray, and it has to be one of my favorite hairspray’s out there. My hair tends to absorb products and fall flat, but I find that a couple sprays of their texturizing spray and my hair is instantly thickened and stays voluminous all day. Not to mention that it smells fantastic.
2 years ago
The best socks I’ve worn and own. Period. They’re unbelievably comfortable, and I like how they offer products tailored to specific activities depending on the level of compression needed, but what makes Bombas products standout from the rest is just how resistant they are to wear & tear. My white crew socks from other brands, even the nicest among them, get trashed so quickly, that not a month will go by before they need replacement. With Bombas, I’ve worn, washed and reworn for a good year, and they’re still going strong.
2 years ago
I am a fan of the wide range of Muji products, including their clothing, home good items, stationary, and personal care items. They are simple in nature, but both look and function well. I wouldn’t consider Muji my first stop for any of these items, as their products tend to be expensive compared to some wholesale retailers, but I wouldn’t discount Muji’s offerings for this reason.
2 years ago
It's good, but not the best sunscreen I've used. Despite what many say, I found that it leaves my face with a greasy feeling, and a shine reminiscent of oily skin. I do like how light it is, and seamlessly it blends into the skin with no white cast.
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I wish that the sunscreen was more matte than sheer.
2 years ago
I love my Away carry on. It fits everything I need it to, comes with all the important features like TSA lock, laundry bag, and a cleaning sponge, and holds up and still manages to look good after a lot of wear & tear.
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I think the wheels are the one area that could be improved upon for future designs. I find that on certain uneven or rocky surfaces, like the streets of NYC, are rough on the wheels and they tend to slow me down when I'm running to my train.
2 years ago
They're very comfortable and cute, practical shoes. In a world of hyped up sneakers, and chunky fits or ostentatious designs, Allbirds are simple, timeless classics.
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YMMV, but I found that my Allbirds got dirty and the fabric of the shoe started to pull quicker than that of other shoes. I didn't wear them for too long either, about a month in. Threads were pulled, the white stained almost everywhere, the sole was chipped in some places. I'm not sure I'd purchase again for that reason.
2 years ago
I can't get enough of this brand. Everything they put out is consistently great. I tend to opt for more classic, neutral pieces than their streetwear, but all of their clothes are comfortable, fit well, and are worth their money. Beyond the clothing, I also really like all of their beauty items. I own the face wash, magnesium reset spray, serum, and body oil, and all of the products feel good and make my skin look as good as can be.
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Everything is really expensive. Most products are worth their money, like sweatpants, hoodies, workout tees/tanks, etc., but I think the triumph crew neck tee is not worth the money for how thin the material is.
2 years ago
Warby Parker is perfect in every way. Stylish, affordable, convenient, durable (I've had mine going on 3+ years), modern but classy, and the list goes on. The store and app experience is great, and the at home try on is so ideal. I wish a lot more brands would do something similar, honestly.
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The only thing I could nitpick is that Warby Parker's styles are often very similar to one another. Not a bad thing, but sometimes there's a lack of variety for what you're looking for. I guess it greatly depends on the style frame you want.
2 years ago
The TL;DR of why I love Quip: (1) the design; (2) the excellent customer service; (3) the ease with which I can order and receive my refills; and (3) the convenience, from the subscription service down to the product itself. What I don't like: (1) I found it doesn't clean as well as some other electric toothbrushes I've tried before; (2) I've used their floss and mouthwash as well, and their "accessory" products aren't worth your time or money, for a few reasons; and (3) changing the battery and motor can sometimes be a pain. I wouldn't suggest that Quip is purely aesthetic. In fact, the toothbrush functions better than a lot of expensive electric toothbrushes. It's slim, meaning it's easy to travel with. The travel case has an adhesive that easily sticks to mirrors, meaning you can leave your toothbrush out to dry after brushing. I really like the toothpaste that came with my first order for its size and its fresh taste, and I've since been repurchasing. I always found that the subscription service works as it should with no issues, and I've always been happily surprised to see my refill in the mail. When I had an issue in the past, customer service has quickly responded and made it right.
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I will say, with Quip, you're getting exactly what you paid for. There's no bells and whistles to it beside a 2 minute timed electronic brush, which is all you really need. I have the Smart Motor, meaning I can track my brushing history via the Quip app. This can be redeemed for points, although it takes a lot of points to redeem any of the desirable gifts, if I'm being honest. Probably could have gone without the Smart Motor, but it wasn't that expensive of an upgrade from the regular brush. I think Quip could improve on its motor speed, which has a significant impact on the cleanliness of my teeth post-brushing. I've noticed, as has my Quip app apparently, that I need to apply a certain amount of pressure to have had an "optimal" brushing. I think that's fine, but it's also caused inflammation in my gums from brushing too hard. There seems to be a fine line there. I'd argue the Quip ecosystem doesn't provide the bang for your buck. The toothbrush and toothpaste are great, yes, but I wasn't impressed with the other items. The mouthwash bottle is pretty, but leaks with every use. The floss snaps, and the floss holder itself doesn't comfortably maneuver while flossing. These products could be improved in their function. The aesthetic of it should be an added bonus, not the main feature.
2 years ago
I’m a big fan of the taste of soda, especially Coke, but not so big on the ingredient list. Finding a replacement for that soda kick is no easy feat. Still, Olipop succeeds where many other companies - including Coke itself - try and fail. Put succinctly, Olipop offers an alternative you'll actually want to drink in the form of Vintage Cola. The flavor closely mirrors that of Coke, but consider this: one bottle of Coke contains 65g of total sugars, while the Vintage Cola contains only 2g (from their website). Olipop also has nutritional value in that it supports digestive health. I can't say I feel too much of a difference there, but I do find that I tend to eat better foods when I pair Olipop with a meal than Coke. Call it happenstance or placebo effect, but I think that's a win for my gut and my heart.
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I have tried other flavors of Olipop, namely the Classic Root Beer and Strawberry Vanilla. I find that the Root Beer vaguely matches the taste of any Root Beer brand I have tried, but it doesn't come close. (a la Vintage Cola and Coke.) Could just be my tastebuds, but I'd like to see how Olipop could achieve a closer taste. I was not a fan of the Strawberry Vanilla, but that's personal preference.