1/01/2026

SKIN1004 Centella Poremizing Quick Clay Stick Mask (27gs)

This is a wonderful inventive clay mask that it's very different, for good, from any other clay mask I've ever used. First, it's the container design, which mimics that of dry bar deodorant. Secondly, it's fragrance free. Thirdly, the product is soft and fresh.  
 
Most clay masks with kaolin I've used in the past leave my skin very clean, but also very dry; besides, they feel heavy and cakey when on due to being made mostly of kaolin. This Skin1004 clay mask is totally different because it only has 18% kaolin, enough to clean my skin in depth without drying it. Besides, it has a powerful combo of natural ingredients: centella asiatica, pink salt, red bean powder,  aloe vera, and calamine (which soothes irritated and acne skin) among others. It is perfect for my combination skin. 

This mask spreads beautifully and it feels light when I have it on. It doesn't tighten my skin when it dries, something I love. Most importantly, it cleans my skin in depth. The brand recommends leaving this about 5 minutes on. However, I usually leave it for way long and I haven't had any reaction of any sort. 
 
The packaging is not only cute, but also perfect for travelling and easy storage. 

Generic French Butter Crock (Flower)

I've never had a crock before, so I bought this one mostly because of the wonderful floral design and great pricing. I watched some YouTube mini videos to check how to use this properly. This is a traditional way of keeping butter and really something I didn't know I needed till I got it. 

The exterior shell covers and protects an inverted cup shell where you put the butter in. The inner cup is  placed upside down after having added water to the exterior shell, up to the level marked outside. Add a pinch of salt to the water. When you place the cup down, it creates a vacuum-seal kind of effect, and this keeps the butter fresh and spreadable. I change the water every 4 to 7 days. I keep the crock on my kitchen bench, away from the sun and from any heat source; no mould so far! The container outer shell is quite large, but the amount of butter you can put inside the storage cup is about 150 grams. It washes easily by hand or in the dishwasher. I love this crock!

Himalaya Herbals Revitalizing Night Cream (50gm)

This is an Indian cosmetic brand that  popped up when looking up for night creams that are not produced or owned by unethical multinational corporations. I've never heard of this brand before, but the price was good, the amount of product decent, and the jar design very pretty.  
  
The cream is soft on my skin, glides evenly and haven't had any reaction to it. It isn't greasy at all, and absorbs quickly. Have I noticed dramatic changes in my skin after using it? No, nothing remarkable needing of a testimonial. However, it  moisturises my skin nicely while sleep. This cream smell and feels like many other well-known reputed brands creams, good quality, medium-range product. 
 
The brand claims to be cruelty-free and not tested on animals; also, the packaging shows the bunny sign. However, I've found articles confirming that their testing is done by third parties and that the brand doesn't qualify as certified cruelty-free and non tested on animals. If you want to be sure, check reputed websites listing confirmed brands that are CF and NToA. Check this article.  

Kilner Glass Bottle (1 Litre)

This is a great bottle for passata, juices and milk. I use it mostly for juice. It's made of premium thick glass and has the brand logo embossed on the front. I love the large mouth as I allows me to put in and pour out liquids and sauces easily. The wide mouth also makes handwashing super easy. Dishwasher safe for the rest.  

Anko Membrane Wired Keyboard (Beige, Blue & Orange)

Vintage meets contemporary and they have an affair. The result is a great pleasurable keyboard that makes the noise that I wanted to hear. It feels like putting my fingers on cushions.
 
I've been looking for this kind of vintage-inspired wired keyboard for a while. I didn't want to spend a fortune for it, so I saw this on Kmart and I gave it try. It's a keeper! 
 
This a compact keyboard with a full number pad; smaller than the average keyboard, but with the same features. I've tried this for several weeks already and I cannot be happier. I'm using this with an old laptop that still uses Windows 10, so I don't know how it works with a Windows 11 computer.
 
I LOVE
> Affordable but solidly built. 
> It has yummy looks, too. 
> The different functional keys are colour differentiated, so it's easier and more intuitive to use them. 
> Typing is really pleasurable. 
> The dry clicking noise.
> I can have the backlight on or off, and there is a purpose-made key for that. 
>  The sound wheels, which are prefect when you're working and listening to music, or relaxing and gaming or listening to an audiobook while checking emails. 
 
MIND
> It takes a bit to get used to the keyboard, but this happens with any new keyboard I've purchased as it forces one to put the fingers in different places and at different separation levels. 
> The connecting cable is USB.
 
USEFUL INFO
> Measurements 3.5cm H x 38.4cm W x 15cm D.  
> USB Cable: 150cm L.
> Power source 5V, 200mA 
> 94 keys plus 4 dedicated hot keys
> LED rainbow backlit.

11/23/2025

SKNet Australian Eco-Friendly Laundry Detergent Sheets

I received a box labelled Tomic, not SKnet, and that has none of the features that the product page photos and description has. Other reviewers have mentioned that this is Tomic not SKnet. My review was rejected by Amazon because I simply said that the product they sell and what you get are two different things. But they cannot reject my review here :)
 
 THINGS I LIKE
> The cardboard packaging, which is fully recyclable.  
> Perfect for travelling, and washing by hand or using a small load of laundry while travelling or camping.  
> It can be used with front and up loading machines.  
> I didn't have any skin sensitivity reaction.   
 
THINGS I DON'T LIKE 
> Their false advertising as this isn't Australian or eco-friendly. They've changed the photos on the product page since I bought this a few months ago, but check the photos of the product I received. 
> I used a whole sheet for my laundry and the clothing came out just OK.
> Peony scent? Not really. 
> There are 30 sheets breakable in two, supposedly for 60 laundry loads. However, if I have my washing machine fully loaded, I need a minimum of a full sheet or even one and a half sheets.   
 
IN SHORT
Handy to carry around and emergency washing, especially by hand. I won't use this in my washing machine and I will look for genuinely Aussie-made eco-friendly products. 
 

AQUARIUS Pink Floyd Carry All Tin Lunch Box

Another beauty from the Aquarius tin range. I use this for storage purposes, not as a lunch box.  Depending on the cases, I use it to storage, lace, ribbons, paper scraps, buttons and what's not.  The box is really roomy and the printing quality great. This box is my favourite in the range because Pink Floyd's iconic imagery hasn't aged at all. This box can be carried by the handle (which can be collapsed flat  for easier storage), and has a secure metal latch to keep the lid secure. The box is really good quality and, although pricey, the art is fully licensed and the overall quality great.