Reviews
GrownAs* Foods
Experience
I tried both the regular and truffle flavors! It's actually wild how good they were. Both flavors lean on the savory side, which I enjoyed! I find that a lot of plant-based pasta tends to be very sweet. The noodles are really special as well. They have the ~perfect~ bite and consistency!!
Glosshood
Experience
The branding is so beautiful and fun. I really liked the product at first but overtime, I realized that it didn't have any long-lasting hydrating effect? I kept having to reapply because it couldn't hold a glaze. It actually feels more like a lip oil than a gloss-balm. The minty scent and flavor are nice too, but can get really overwhelming after some time.
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I would not recommend for those with very very dry lips.
Leaf Shave
Experience
I got the dermaplane razor during their Thingdrop and it was pretty okay! I've never dermaplaned before and putting the blade guard + actual blade in was actually pretty nerve-wracking. It was difficult to lock it in and I ended up having to sterilize it multiple times because it kept falling out. Once it was ready, the razor was really easy to use! It glided nicely, and seeing all the dead skin scraped off was fun. I went right in with my usual nighttime skincare routine afterward and my skin looked and felt ~so smooth~ the next morning. I also felt some mild sensitivity for a few days, so I wouldn't do it more than once every 1.5 weeks.
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I feel like the head is pretty wide? It was difficult to get the blade to glide ~just right~ because the metal head would hit my skin first, leaving a gap between my face and the actual blade. Could just be a technique thing though!
Hello Fresh
Experience
HF was a godsend during the pandemic and I started using them again recently because my sister sent my housemates and I a free box of meals. I love how easy the recipes are to make and that you can access them anytime once you've cooked them. I also really adore the app and how easy it is to plan and skip meals per week. Given the price, I feel like it wouldn't make sense for me if I was to only feed myself, but it's a great option if 2+ people are splitting the cost.
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Lots of packaging tbh. I would recommend turning on app push notifs so you remember to plan/skip every week!
Inamorata
Experience
i have the pink Las Olas bikini! the size chart is pretty accurate and I love the fit. the material is of great quality as well, highly recommend!
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can be $$$! I bought mine during their massive black Friday sale
Uniqlo
Experience
my absolute go-to for YEARS when it comes to everyday basics from underwear all the way to outerwear. the clothes are reliable, and machine wash so so well <3 they have many innovative product lines that suit diff needs. the Heattech line is a MUST for cold weather!
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<3
Djerf Avenue
Experience
Matilda Djerf is someone that I truly look up to as a role model, and I had been saving up to make a purchase from Djerf Avenue for the longest time. With that being said, I could not be sadder to write this review. I did all the necessary research and measurements beforehand to ensure that I would buy the pieces I wanted in the right size (esp because everything is upwards of $100 apiece!). Because most of the pieces are designed to be oversized, I sized down from my usual. I bought the white breezy shirt, blue and white striped breezy pants, and grey forever blazer. I love that the clothes are ethically produced with sustainably sourced materials, but they felt like they were made from cheap fabric - almost reminiscent of fast fashion. Apart from the pants, everything came super wrinkled. I am a bit taller and about the same size as Matilda so I ended up buying everything in the size that she wears (Small), but the breezy shirt and blazer swallowed me and looked so unflattering. I was particularly excited about the breezy shirt and tried to style it the best I could but it looked terrible on me no matter what I did. As I write this, the blazer is on its way back to be exchanged for an XS, and I will be returning the shirt completely. Overall, this experience was a giant letdown and I am too afraid to make another clothing purchase from them again due to the high price point & how different the clothes actually are from how they appear on social media. Super happy DA seems to be a fave for a lot of folks, but it just isn't for me!
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Given the insane price point, I honestly expected the clothes to be of comparable quality, if not superior, to Aritzia. I hate to say it, but you are honestly better off taking your money to another high-end brand for basics.
The Ordinary
Experience
i love the no-nonsense approach and affordability of The Ordinary's products! the "buffet" serum was a favorite of mine for a while. i also really enjoy the 100% plant-derived squalane as a slip agent for gua sha. i really want to try their hair/scalp care products as well!
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because each product = a specific skincare ingredient, i would recommend doing extensive research beforehand!
Miss Grass
Experience
excellent product! i tried the "fast times" minis. they were really smooth and the first pack of pre-rolls that i've come across that already included a matchbox, which was amazing. i really enjoyed being able to indulge in the day without getting glued to my couch for hours!
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the minis are the perfect size and dose for solo consumption imo!
Camp
Experience
i've tried a couple of their flavors and the flavors are quite yummy! the noodles are a bit grainy, but it doesn't bother me too much. shipping was also super fast, i got my box within 2-3 days!
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mac is a little sweet