Vaseline Spray & Go Moisturizer

I'm not really the type of person who needs to lotion up in a hurry, but apparently those people exist, so I'd imagine that's who this product is aimed at. But onto the bigger question: is this spray lotion any good? Um, bigtime. 

Best part about it? How easily it lets you lotion up your back. That's the most irritating spot to reach when it comes to applying anything, so that's my favourite part about using this stuff. Not sure why they wouldn't mention that in the advertising - I feel like they'd entice a lot more people into trying it out if they knew that it works best on hard-to-reach areas. 

Worst part about this lotion? The price ranges from $5 to $11, depending on where you buy it (which makes no sense to me). 

If this stuff manages to stay around for longer than a few months, then I'll probably buy another bottle when my current one runs out. Pretty neat idea.

Hair Dryer Stand

When I was in middle school, I would get my hair blow-dried out at salons WAY more than I should have for a thirteen year old girl. Why did I do this? Other than the obvious reason of being spoiled beyond belief, I just didn't know how to do my own hair as nicely as salons can do it. I still don't know how that happens, really. But sometimes I can fake it all right, I think.

She should look way more excited with what's happening, in my opinion.

I just saw this stand in my daily internet perusing and I have to say that I'm extremely curious to see if it's any good. I've always felt that at least three hands are needed when coiffing a 'do. And with this guy? That can practically be a reality. Only $14. Can be bought here.

Dumbbell Alarm Clock

"The wake up work out alarm clock sounds the get in shape alarm by only being able to shut off once you've done 30 bicep reps. Motion sensors inside can tell exactly how many reps you've done and only if you do them right. On the side of the dumbbell shaped alarm clock is a count down timer that counts down the number of reps you've done from 30 to zero as long as your upwards swings are perfect every time."

Umm, this is the best alarm ever. I think it'd be pretty insulting to give as a gift to someone, but I'd love to get one. So great. You can buy one here for $30. 

Tip of the Day - Pillow Mist

Have you ever seen this product? You can get it at The Body Shop or through Avon - or basically anywhere with women's products. And like a rube, I've bought varying "flavours".

Verdict? They're all bullshit. ALL. And I'm a moron for thinking that a certain kind of scent would lull me into some kind of heavenly abyss. Ain't gonna happen. Want to hear a better idea? Wash your damn sheets. 

Yonanas - A Review

Yonanas is an ice cream treat maker. I recently got one (thanks Gary & Amanda!) and there are a few things you should know about it.

How do you use it? You freeze up some fruit (minus the peels, if there are peels) and make sure that it's in your freezer in some kind of ziplock/tupperware-like container. Once it's frozen (a few hours), you can use it in the machine and make ice cream. And there's nothing added, it's pure frozen fruit. So if dairy is ever a problem for you, then you need this machine immediately. 

Things You Should Know

• Do not try this with old, disgusting frozen fruit that has been sitting in your freezer for at least a year. I tried this genius idea and it spewed out little pieces of blueberry garbage. And since this was my maiden voyage of using this machine, I was deeply hurt that it didn't turn out like what was in the infomercial. I was in the wrong here, not the machine. DO NOT USE OLD FROZEN FRUIT.
• This stuff really does have the consistency of ice cream. It's weird. I tried some peeled cantaloupe next and... wow. If I'm ever adult enough to throw dinner parties or even to make a meal for my parents, this dessert is definitely being made. So classy! Cantaloupe ice cream? Get out of here. I'll be admissible for country clubs if word gets out. 
• While the cantaloupe one was good, the bananas one? Out of this world. Just amazing. If you are ever at my house, demand that I make you some of the banana. 
• Also, that photo up top? Whatever is in that bowl looks gross and is NOT the way that the fruit comes out. It's way more ice cream-y looking.

There are some great recipes here, which I'll try eventually once I've calmed down from the banana. It's usually around $55 and completely worth it. You can get one on Amazon, but you might be able to find a cheaper one in a Wal-Mart or Target possibly.

“I wish you had brought your Yonanas over. That stuff is amazing.”

— Nathan Macintosh

“Wow.”

— Andrew Hamm

Dog Water Bottle & Travel Bottle

Have these existed for years already and I just never saw one? Such a great idea. You can buy different sized ones on Amazon for roughly $10. 

Ford Ad

This is an ad I just saw on the back of a magazine. I'm posting it here because I DON'T UNDERSTAND WHAT IT MEANS. Is it some sort of play on the name Trinidad AND Tobago? And if so... that doesn't make any sense? 'Cause you can't drive to either of those places since they are physically two islands, separated by water. Is that the joke? That you can't drive there but a Ford will allow you to? I DON'T GET IT. And I think I'm maybe 50% smart (maybe even 90% smart when it comes to ads). Anyway, if you understand it, please either email me what it means or tell me privately. I've already sent Ford an email that I probably won't get a response to since people aren't keen to explain jokes, I'd imagine.

EDIT NOTE: My dear cousin Jackie just explained what they're trying to do: "Their new campaign scheme has been the benefits of "and" rather than "or". But you're right, this example is just geographically flawed. And clearly the tourist's choice would be Tobago." Thank you, Jackie! And yes, Tobago is fantastic, go there, everyone.

Tree Tents

"The Tentsile Stingray was conceived as a portable 3 person treehouse. It offers occupants a spacious triple hammock interior, accessed via a hatch through the floor or via a large front door. It can be suspended at any height and if dry, can also be pitched on the ground." - tentsile.com

There's very little that attracts me to the idea of camping - the bugs, the night bugs, no proper toilets, the shitty food, possible bear attacks, night noises, the wet morning air, the stinky people around you (not my own stink, I'm kind of into that stink), etc. - but if one of these floating tents were involved? I'd be all over it. And the thought of sleeping in mid air? Neat as hell. I don't really understand how you'd actually get into it, but since it costs about $1000, I'm sure there's some kind of invisible ladder or something.

 (Also, the lumpiness of the ground is never a good bed, world. Stop sleeping outdoors if you have the choice. It's silly.)

Full Eyebrows

This is the Anastasia Perfect Brow Pencil that I use daily. Now listen to me, I do not use it to draw on some eyebrows. I use it to fill in the eyebrow area (not the entire area, but more of a dusting over the areas that are sparse) and to create the look of a normal human being who has effortless eyebrows. (Though it could be a myth, that anyone on earth has effortless eyebrows... usually everyone could use a bit of darkening in that area.) If I had to use one makeup item for the rest of my life, it would definitely be this one. They come in different colours and the best one to choose is, obviously, the one closest to your own hair colour.

Some people use it to give themselves more of an arch in their brow, but I primarily use it because when I was 13 I shaved off half my brows (also known as the eyebrow incident of '98) and they never grew back as full as they once, beautifully, were. To this day, my main piece of advice to my 14 year old niece is constantly, "Whatever you do, don't touch your eyebrows yet. You'll regret it later. Just wait a bit." (Well, that and incessantly telling her to lotion her elbows every day so they'll be soft for life.)

Just to prove my point further, here are before and after shots of me not using and then using this brow pencil. (Please excuse the ridiculous eyelashes. I love them. Bury me in them, please.)

Before

After

They're a little pricey for a pencil ($23 at Sephora), but considering that it'll last you for at least about seven months or so? Definitely worth it. 

Also, this is kind of an embarrassing post. You know? To admit you use this product? But I realized that's a dumb thing to be embarrassed about. (Anytime I use fake eyelashes or fill in my eyebrows I think of that scene on Fresh Prince where Will gets locked in a room with that girl (Gina!) who has the fake hair and fake nails. Love that scene so much.)

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This is the updated version of the pencil - still the same product, just a new black design and box.

Baby Shower Cap

If you type that phrase into Google, you can find a bunch of places where you can purchase this little hat.  I'm really only posting it here for two reasons:

1. This is actually a crazy practical and great idea.
2. Look at that baby's face. Ridiculously sweet and semi... contemplative. And a baby with that expression gets posted. Always.