Reviews

    Calpak Travel

    G G 3 Reviews

    9 months ago

    I own the following that is the basis of this review a) A medium suitcase; b) 2 carry on rolling suitcases; c) a duffel bag; d) a toiletry kit; e) a gadget organizer; f) a water bottle sling bag; and g) a key holder. And I love all of them except my Luka duffel bag which I find is looking more like diaper bag. What is good about these products a) Minimalist design without taking away the fun; b) Wheels in the suitcases work well; c) Zippers work well and I love the double TSA lock on the carry on suitcase that also has a laptop compartment; d) Designs are functional and won't go out of style. What is not good a) When you sign in for the text message - Calpak sends way too many messages; b) Prices are on the high end so I wait for a sale or a discount. They also have an online virtual event where they feature a product or two and you can order them with considerable discount if you order during the virtual event. In general, the quality is good and strong since its polyester. I am still a bit worried about disposing a used item later on since not everybody can recycle polyester and I hope that they could take back their own used products for further recyling rather than having them thrown in the dump when disposal time comes. I will buy again.

    Grove Collaborative

    G G 3 Reviews

    9 months ago

    I have been a Grove Collaborative since Oct. 2020 and have now subscribed as a "VIP" which means no shipping costs (for a minimum order). I value their mission to be plastic free and what to support that and get most of our cleaning products from Grove. 1) Website is easy to use and if you have issues, customer care is excellent and easy through email; 2) Not all products work well - in my quest for a better world, I am willing to try new products but not all of them have functioned satisfactorily. Take the case of the dishwasher scrubber with a wooden handle and replaceable head - sounds terrific BUT the head eventually becomes too loose to stay in place and the wooden handle breaks. Mind you, shifting to these new products is NOT a cheap undertaking so you should be prepared to experiment. The concentrated stain remover never works for me but the concentrated all purpose cleaner in the mini glass bottles are keepers for us. 3) While the packages arrive in a recyclable box and the stuffing used is brown paper - I still feel that the boxes are way too big. 4) Products that can be found in supermarket shelves such as Mrs. Meyers or 7th Generation are not necessarily cheaper. And lastly, 5) I feel that Grove should invest in more time doing their R&D for the products that carry their brand. It's really been a hit and miss and I hope that the quality of their house branded products can become reliable in the future. I will continue to be a Grove customer because it feels good to support the cause of moving to be plastic free. Just be prepared to experiment what works best for you.

    NOOCI

    G G 3 Reviews

    a year ago

    I tried an am sticking to a routine that involves drinking Nooci Reeno daily (sometimes twice). I'm on my 3rd box as a subscriber. Taste: very mild green tea, not offensive, have tried mixing it with coffee and matcha and does not overpower. Solubility: better solubility than most TCM meds but there is room for improvement. I just scoop out the rest of the powder that settles at the bottom because i'm a cheap-o. Cost: Can be improved, pricey to me but will continue. Effect: I've been on a very high stressful time with very little sleep. I believe this has helped me survive and feel less tired. Feel less bloated, in general. If you know TCM, these aren't miracle cures and don't expect it to be. Take it as ingesting a very good base of vitamin/energy product that is overall good for your well being. Customer support is great - hat to change my credit card and asked some questions and got answers right away.

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    If you can stand green tea, you won't have an issue. This tastes like green tea, nothing else - which makes it easy to me. Solubility can be improved but you don't get a ton on residue (don't get me wrong). Bathroom trips are easier (read between the lines), no constipation or bloating. It is not a miracle cure and not a weight loss supplement for those who are hoping it would be.