Rabu, 25 November 2015

Essence of Arcadia Aromatherapy Oils selection #Review

Essence of Arcadia Aromatherapy Oils selection

Today Im excited to bring you total relaxation!


I was kindly asked if I would like to show you guys a selection of aromatherapy oils from a company Essence of Arcadia. Im always interested in ways to feel better, less stressed naturally without chemicals or trips to the Doctors. Aromatherapy works on our senses, stimulating areas of our brain to help repair and improve certain health problems. So I couldn't wait to see what these gorgeous 2 sets of oils would be like.



First of all what are aromatherapy oils?
Essential oils are a natural oil typically obtained by distillation and having the characteristic odour of the plant or other source from which it is extracted eg; Lavender oil is extracted from the flower heads of yes...you guessed it! Lavender plants.

Whether your an experienced user or a complete beginner to Aromatherapy or you just want to simply enjoy nice smells in your home, then you will love either one of these beautiful sets of aromatherapy oils.

  • 100% Therapeutic Grade.
  • Pure and undiluted in anyway.
  • No preservatives. 
  • Free from synthetic chemicals or any other artificial  ingredients.

Essence of Arcadia only sell the finest, therapeutic grade oils which are all unmixed and pure; each oil is checked and has the relevant certification so you know its completely safe to use.
They cut out the middle men and directly manufacture their own products which means great quality and prices to us as the buyer.

They kindly sent me 2 gift boxes of their finest oils to show you guys, so Im going to do my best to explain them without Smelli-Vision.
Note to self : Copywrite "Smelli-Vision".


 Both sets of oils arrived extremely well packaged in cellophane.

Packaging
First of all guys I have to address how gorgeous the packaging is, who wouldn't want to receive these as a gift. I was so impressed with the subtle elegance of the packaging which in turn is also sturdy enough to store all the oils in until you need them.
With any aromatherapy oils you need to store them in a cool dry place.

Both sets are inside thick cardboard boxes, and when I say cardboard I mean really thick strong boxes perfect for storage which not only look great but will protect your oils.
A white label surrounds the middle of each set which looks elegant and expensive.



The front shows the classy elegance, turn the box over to show the social media and take off the label and underneath it explains all the oils inside and their purity.

Description
I was so taken with how gorgeous the presentation is on these boxes, the sleek, understated elegance with no flashy gold, glitter or bows.

The first set

 Here is the first set a gorgeous sturdy black box of 6 x 10ml of aromatherapy oils.

The lid lifts off to reveal;
  • Cinnamon.
  • Peppermint.
  • Lavender.
  • Tea-Tree.
  • Frankincense.
  • Eucalyptus.
Here are all your most popular basic aromatherapy oils to get you started.


The oils fit snug in this box so there's no jiggling around in the post which could result in leaks and broken bottles. They sit tightly inside.

Don't they look great together!
The bottles themselves are dark to keep them fresh and protected from the sun and heat. The lids have ridges so you can twist them off easily.
They also have a lid seal which you have to break as you open the lid. Proving they are sterile for use.
The lids are not childproof, but I am sure you would be keeping these away from anything and anyone that might come between you and your Arcadia collection.

Set 2

Set of 14 x 10mls of Aromatherapy oils

 Inside you will find them tightly packed so they cant jiggle around, each is colour coordinated so they become easy to find once you know your favorite smell.
Inside you have:
  • Cinnamon.
  • Bergamot.
  • Eucalyptus.
  • Frankincense.
  • Lavender.
  • Peppermint.
  • Tea-Tree.
  • Clary-Sage.
  • Grapefruit.
  • Rosemary.
  • Lemongrass.
  • Ylang Ylang.
  • Orange.
  • Healing Blend this includes a combination of Tea-Tree, Eucalyptus, Cinnamon, and Ginger essential oils.
  • Plus FREE aromatherapy guide, recipes and blends.


 This beautifully illustrated aromatherapy book covers a summary of every oil enclosed and its benefits. Plus other products like the diffusers you can buy from Essence of Arcadia.
The glossy pages make this a wonderful little book to learn about the oils. It also contains 5 recipes to get you started as it can be overwhelming to know which oils you can combine.
  • Fatigue Fighter- wake and feel refreshed for the day.
  • Confidence, Concentration and memory - Perfect for an important interview or if you need a boost at work. They cleverly advise to mix in a carrier oil and rub on your hands and wrists and inhale deeply.
  • Liquid sunshine - Refresh yourself, diminish stress and boost your energy.
  • Silent night - Get a calm relaxed nights sleep.
  • Health and feeling - A mix of health benefits from antibacterial and antioxidant properties to help you feel cleansed and refreshed.

 You have 13 individual essential oils, but they have also added The Healing Blend which is a clever blend of Tea-Tree, Eucalyptus, Cinnamon, and ginger essential oils. Perfect if your feeling under the weather, pop on your pillow if your in bed or best results use in a diffuser.


Each bottle has its own dropper so the oils dont just run out, they allow you the control you need to add just a few drops at a time.



 Opinion
Im so pleased with these two amazing sets of oils, Ive been buying the odd aromatherapy oil for over 30 years...eep yes I am that old, grown-up..mainly lavender as its always been my favorite oil; but Ive never had the opportunity to own a stunning set like these. I cant recommend these enough and I wish I had a set like this years ago as I haven't stopped using them.
Ive had a sniff at each oil and I can honestly say wow...I mainly use them in my diffuser and for me it really makes me feel good and the house smell good too. Aromatherapy oils are safe for kids and animals and never too overpowering like alot of perfumed diffuser oils you can buy.
These oils can also be used in a carrier oil and massaged into the skin as they are all tried and tested. The gorgeous glossy booklet included offers a huge variety of ideas to get you started and where and when to use diffuser or massage; It includes 5 recipes for today's stresses and struggles at work and home.
They really have thought of everything.

 I wasn't sure initially on all the different coloured bottles as I thought it may have looked nicer to have them all matching; but Ive now found I can see all my favorites at a glance.

Ive used oils in the past which have preservatives and other chemicals added and  Ive had awful allergic reactions so believe me it is always best to pay a little more for this quality and excellence. With Essence of Arcadia you have peace of mind that they are of a superior quality as they make them up themselves and have their own certification.

Either of these two sets are ideal if you are a beginner or just want the best, what a fab starter kit for an aromatherapist.
If your just after a few to try out for a diffuser then the set of 6 will be perfect, but if your interested in aromatherapy more seriously and have been looking to buy a variety of oils but not sure where to start this set of 14 is perfect. Even if you are an experienced user they are so beautifully packaged its a wonderful addition to your kit. It is a real treat for anyone.
 I feel most people would really appreciate receiving either set; particularly if that person is into self healing or just needs to wipe away the stresses of life. If you know someone who has been ill or is recovering from illness what better gift, get the oils and a diffuser and they are ready to go.
Someone bed-bound would love the opportunity to play with the different recipes to help them feel better.
Ive already used quite a few in my diffuser already and they are just gorgeous, the smells are divine darling!!!
My particular favorite is their own recipe for fatigue the citrus mix with peppermint really does waken your mind... Im also using silent night....it works!!!


Kit 1
£19.99

Kit 2
£39.99

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All my thanks goes to Essence of Arcadia for kindly sending me these oils to share with you all.
All my views, opinions and sense of smell are my own.
Coming soon
Essence of Arcadia diamond diffuser review


You will see from the images above I have these lavender sprigs in the background, gorgeous arnt they...these are from Peony Flowers and are actually man-made not grown...stunning arnt they.

Here are two more from Peony flowers...Peony review haul coming soon....

Selasa, 24 November 2015

Remote Control Madness- BB-8 Sphero, Worlds smallest Drones & LUNA-Pi reviews coming soon!


With the dreaded Xmas getting ever closer I have a fun set of reviews coming up very soon for all you remote controlled-toy lovers.

We both adore unusual remote controlled toys and these are no exception; talk about unique!!!


I was also lucky enough to get my hands on the NEW widely anticipated Xmas toy....possible number 1 for Xmas!
BB-8 Sphero is from the latest Star Wars film; where Disney and Sphero got together combining their life forces to produce one of the most cutest robots around.
Anyone that knows me knows how much I love robots and what makes BB-8 so special is the fact he has autonomous behavior and will respond to you. It was love at first sight for me and we will soon both be exploring the galaxy and beyond together.
I cannot wait to show you how clever he really is, if you cant wait checkout the site here!
But dont forget to pop back to see my full indepth review and video of this adorable little guy.

I also just want to point out how all these are in orange; a fun outdoorsy futuristic colour.

Also after having a blast with the Rebelite Xflyer a few months ago, we were kindly sent..drumroll....
THE WORDS SMALLEST Quadcopters......
in the world by Axis Drones who specialize in mini drones.

Checkout just how tiny these 2 mini quads are, The Aerius (on the left) has just superseded The Wallet Drone on the right hand side and is NOW officially the "WORLDS" smallest drone in the world. 
They are both just as adorable as each other. Both have LED's, both do stunts and flips...yes even at this miniature size.
Review and video coming very soon!!!


 Both Drones also come with their own cases and the Wallet Drone on the right even charges itself while in its own case...genius!


On the same line as clever robots....I cant wait to introduce you to my other half's latest Raspberry Pi project!!
LUNA-Pi; we both adore WALLE and have been designing Raspberry Pi projects over the last year using the latest Raspberry Pi 2's so what better combination is.....
WALLI-Pi and his new girlfriend LUNA-Pi; she has her own moon Rover tracks with distance sensors so she doesn't bump into things....watch out baby WALLE!

Whereas WALLI-Pi at the back...has almost every gizmo going that will fit inside his little "compactor" body (110mm x 110mm).
A 2.8 inch TFT monitor screen, camera, arm and neck servo's and neck adjustment servos. He has his own beating heart LED and his eyes are sexy blue 8x8 matrix so he can blink and wink at us and a matrix mouth too. As well as a gorgeous programmable PiGlow for effect plus lots more...which I will tell you more about at a later date.
But for now here is our WALLE-Pi family.

So just a quick tease of whats to come; plus of course my usual array of goodies which you can see whats coming up on my Coming Soon page.

So Ill see you all very soon with lots more video reviews and indepth photoloaded posts right here on gadgetgirlreviews.com.


Sabtu, 14 November 2015

Thorfire multi functional camping light review


 If you find the need to explore old castles and dungeons the two things you are really gona need are a big sword and a reliable lantern, read on to find information on one of them.

Thorfire multi functional camping light

As you may/may-not know I love camping and outdoor living gadgets, let's say anything zombie apocalyptic..well you never know...right....!!!!

So when I was asked by Thorfire (Eachine) if I'd like to review another lantern of theirs I just couldn't wait.
A few months ago I fell in love with their collapsible rechargeable lantern with incredible light output, well this one was slightly different with more output and an extra trick up it's (plastic) sleeve.



Packaging
The lantern arrived in sturdy cardboard box with a user guide, USB cable and carabina clip.



It's ironic that it's such a strong box to house an almost bombproof light.

On the back of the box is some information.


The side shows which color lantern is inside also what other colors are available.




Description
On opening the box I found I had a lovely shade of blue. But there is a choice of black, red and green. I love this blue though.

Made of ABS plastic if feels sturdy in your hand...I mean really sturdy...

It's a perfect size to use as a main camping light for any of your camping trips or home powercut or any emergency to be honest.

This chunky lantern has an excellent width to sit squat on the ground so it' going to take quite a knock to make this light fall over.
It really has a lovely chunkiness to it.
 4 rubber feet grip any surface even when wet.
Ontop you have 2 metal handles which fold up so you can hang it up in a tree or tent etc. They can then fold down when not in use.

To help hang it even more securely they even supply you with a neat little carabiner.

 I love these clips as they have 101 different uses and as an avid apocalyptic prepper you can never have enough.


Here's the clever bit...correction....one of the clever bits.

The top part shows an open/close twist off top to reveal the 1st way to power this uber clever light with 3 X AA penlights we have gone one step better and use rechargeable penlights...long term saving those pennies and the occasional Polar Bear.

Okie well that would be enough for most camping lights; but oh no...not with Thorfire.


Turn it upsidown and you find the Base unscrews for another set of batteries, a pair of 3.7v 18650's...why... I will explain in a minute. Neither set's of batteries are included, but it is getting the product out to the consumer at a good price point.
We decided on the same ones we have for the Thorfire torch in my earlier review, they seem to be up to the job.

On the side you have a rubberized on off/mode button.


Opposite side you have a USB port...well this is not what you think..its not only to charge the light...it's also there to charge your phone or tablet, etc....
So this super clever lantern not only gives you light it will top up your phone too in emergencies.

So to summarize the power.
The top batteries power the light and all its modes (I'll explain next). The Base batteries are to charge anything with a USB cable...sorry applites  unless you have a converter no charging for you.
;-(   sneaky laugh.

Lighting modes
Okay the bit you've all been waiting for how good is the light? My answer is well which light...clever Thorfire have added 4 lighting modes;
1) Bright white.
2) Super bright white.
3) Red.
4) Flashing red.

To turn on you simply pull the top part up and it automatically comes on...genius.... Thorfire simplifies everything.


The nights in the UK are drawing in and when I say this was dark, I mean like searching for an Oreo down a coal mine dark, as you can see even on normal brightness it did well for outside, it is defused which gives a more even glow.


You may wish to give a more seductive allure to your abode, this light not only makes the call but also turns down the bed-covers for you.

 Measuring......13 cm closed.
18 cm open as in on.
The diameter is 8.3cm

Opinion
Well this is a stunning little light and I have to say everyone NEEDS one of these in their home you just never know when.
Being in the middle of nowhere we need to see them-there axe wealding maniacs and as we get regular powercuts we've used it already.  On the bright setting (not super bright) it lasts over 6 hours it was still going on after 6 but was dimming. Obviously bright will be less but you keep that back for when you need a boost.
The red light is ideal for being in the wilderness it won't scare the animals.
The flashy red perfect for car breakdowns...shush..we've not had to use that yet...!

I really must recommend this adorable chunky lantern. It's not only a light, but for my phone too. My S4 is a battery drinker so I'm happy to get just a few more calls with it.
For me it managed an extra 26% which is amazing. You may get more depending on the quality of batteries your using.We try to stick to high mAh, quality rechargeable Duracels not quite the same with our 18650's generic batteries, stick to a good known name and they will last longer.

It's bombproof so well made; it can really take the knocks and falls. Rattling around in a rucksack etc.
The batteries do add a bit of weight but it feels substantial. It's dependable in an emergency or when you can't find your contact lens....

When I say super bright...I mean super...eye squinty bright. This will light your tent, garden anywhere like it's daylight...ok...maybe not daylight... you know what I mean.

To be honest to make it last longer it's good enough to keep it on bright. (Not super bright).
When I first turned it on I thought it was on brightest setting until I clicked through the modes and felt my retinas melting with how bright it was...seriously! !!

It's affordable and worth every penny when you need it, if your only buying one camping light this is the one you need.

Pro's
Excellent build quality.
Light is super bright.
Good as a flashing warning light.
Lasts for hours.
Charges your chosen USB device e.g phone.
Strong handles.
Added carabiner.

Cons

None.

You can by your Thorfire Lantern HERE

All my thanks go to Eachine and Thorfire for kindly sending me this amazing Lantern for this review.
All my views and opinions are my own.

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