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Spitfire 1420 EX Travel 4-Wheel Scooter

I was disappointed with the lack of leg room and smallness of seat yet it is marketed as able to seat 300 lbs. I'm 5'3" and there is no stretch room for my legs.I had to take the adjustable armrests off because they make it difficult to get through aisles in department stores without knocking things over.Would I buy it again? No.

I have COPD which makes walking difficult. I have been searching for a while for a scooter that had a good price and value. This is an excellent well-made product that is easy to use-once you figure it out. The owner's manual that came with it is horrible. Luckily, my hubby is handy with putting stuff together. There are gross errors in the booklet.Some things are not covered in it. It is pretty worthless. If there is a better manual, we need it. Also, the current manual needs to be updated and fixed. There was no contact phone number or any way to ask questions. We have found a local dealer that can answer our questions. I like that you can go with different color schemes-blue, silver, or red.It looks sturdy and durable.

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Satin Nites Large Satin Scarf #779

I usually wear a silk cap to bed. Since it's hotter, I decided I needed to find something a bit more light and suitable for the Summer months. This baby here is the answer to my natural hair prayers. I tie it up at night, roll around in bed (I'm what they'd call a "rough" sleeper.) and wake up in the morning only needing to do my usual ritual after a gentle shake of the head. My hairstyle wasn't compromised at all. A wee bit smushed, but after that initial shake, it was as if nothing had been on my head at all. I am so glad I chose this instead of another super expensive company claiming they were "the best". This was affordable, it came right on time, and the next time I need another one I'll be right here on Amazon.

I am satisfied with the Satin Nights Scarf, this product is very good for my hair, since I have used this scarf, I have noticed a reduction in hair breakage.

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Slips off your head. Won't stay on all night. Black, stretchy, slippery, polyester knit fabric. Maybe a satin pillow would be a better purchase. Not as pictured!

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Great for tying down hair at night helps to keep my hair from breaking but it doesn't make my head too hot.

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If you are planning to use this for bed, just get a bonnet. It comes off at night and if you have long hair, it's hard to wrap it with the triangle shape that it comes in. The whole scarf is a square, but the satiny part is only 1/2 of the scarf.

Bed Wedge Blue/24" x 24" x 7 1/2" > 1/2"

This wedge was the perfect height for just the little bit of a lift I was needing. Firm enough that it didn't colapse under my weight, yet, very comfortable.

Bed wedges, like hospital-style adjustable beds, are only for people who sleep on their backs. If you sleep on your side, like I do, this wedge will be incredibly uncomfortable. Only buy it if you sleep on your back ALL NIGHT LONG. It's comfortable that way, so I guess I can use mine for reading in bed before I try to sleep.

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I works really well, it just doesn't have a cover and it's white so it will be very hard to clean.

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Dr. Larry's Tranquility for Guaranteed Sleep Tonight!

I agree with the review above. Work great to help you sleep, but they do leave you very groggy the next morning.

Shipping was very quick and the sleep aids work, they seem to leave you a little groggy for a short period when you wake up. But if you need help sleeping and don't want the prescription meds, these seem to work well.

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I made a mistake when I ordered this and thought it was capsules. These pills are 350 mg as compared to the 500 mg capsules for the same price. Other than that they work better than all the other natural sleep aids that we have tried.

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I expected to be able to sleep all night or most of it but I woke up three hours later, not good. I preferred the capsules as I broke them up and took about an 1/8 tsp and I slept much better. I will increase the dosage to two tablets and hopefully I will sleep all night.

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I've just ordered my 3rd bottle of these magnificent pills. I do cut them in half because they are really too strong. The taste is not my favorite, but it's worth it by far. I'm also able to make a bottle last 2 months, which is nice. Before, I was using CALM, Valerian Root, Unisom, Nerve Tonic, Calms Forte, etc. etc. etc. attempting to sleep through the night. Now, I just do. It's wonderful. Thank you, Dr. Larry!!!

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Mind Spa Personal Development System - Phototherapy for Sleep, Stress Reduction, Learning

I have used Dr Thompson's (The Relaxation Company) brainwave entrainment CD's and Health Journey's guided meditations for a number of years and find them helpful, mostly for relaxation. As an insomnia sufferer for the past 40 years, I have found both to be very effective but I like brainwave entrainment best.

It's important to take the time to research these products. There is plenty of scientific research found on the internet that backs up the claims made for light and sound technology. Ignore the hype and unrealistic claims made on some product websites.

I decided to try the MindSpa because it sounded like it might be even more effective than Thompson's CDs. Although a bit weird at first, I find that I like it very much. It seems to improve the quality of my sleep and helps with my daytime meditation.

The reason I say it was weird is because it is quite different from Thompson's. Thompson embeds the soundwave pulses in his music so you don't hear the pulses, just the music. In Mind Spa, it's just steady pulses without music and flickering lights from the LED glasses. One nice feature, though, is an extra jack to hook up to a CD so you can have the music you like along with the pulses and lights.

I have read reports (not just the one here but others too) that people experience dizziness and other odd effects afterward. I haven't had any problems. I was careful to read the booklet that comes with this and to do the programs as suggested. To just jump in to the most advanced program without acclimating to the technology is a mistake. Also, people with seizure disorders should not use this product because the flashing lights could trigger a seizure. There are other warnings concerning people with health problems, so go to the website to find out what they are.

I wasn't happy with the ear buds because they don't stay in my ears when I'm lying down but otherwise, this is a nicely designed product that's easy to use.

after using it for couple of weeks here are my observations.

I like it because:

It REALLY put me in a deep altered state, especially when using night programs. I felt better concentrated and relaxed, more confident too....

I don't like it because:

It caused me to become dizzy, and it is because of those blinking lights in glasses, although I use calm blue on lowest setting it is still too bright and all those blinking makes me dizzy. In the morning the state of being dizzy continues for the whole day... Alas,... maybe it is just my brain's response and your will be different. I would suggest you getting one and trying and putting your response here. Afterwards Richard Bandler recommended them. Hope that will work for you.

P.S. after using it for a month I returned the product. The company didn't refund the shipping, so I end up paying shipping twice!

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I have tried many products over he years and MindSpa is by far the most effective product I have used and I have tried a lot of them.

If you are new to these light and sound machines, it is really worth the try. Here my explanation... They work very simply by mimicking the rhythms of the brain in a natural way. It's a bit like biofeedback, except all you need to do is sit back, close your eyes and let the flickering light do the work along with these pleasing background sounds. You can see the light through closed eyelids and they help you shift into the relaxed, or "alpha brainwave" state.

I find MindSpa very easy to use right out of the box. I found after the first couple of weeks use, once or twice a day for about 20 minutes, my sleep had significantly improved and I generally feel much better overall. Within a few minutes, it quickly puts me in a deeply relaxed state. It is easier than trying to learn how to meditate and better than using meds. Now that I have been using it for a much longer while, it really works as advertised.

The manual is quite complete and there is a great deal of additional information on their website that is very helpful. There are also many customer reviews on their website which gives a lot of confidence that it is as effective as claimed. There are other similar machines on the market with bells and whistles, but I find them difficult to use and their manuals are confusing written for engineers. I love it! It is well worth the investment.

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The latest 6th generation MindSpa from A/V Stim LLC is programmable meaning that you can create your own bespoke brainwave entrainment sessions. This means that this 'meditation machine' is now fully future proof!

I have found the unit very easy to use and noticed very good results in a relatively short space of time. Within just a few days of running the included Alpha Relaxation programs I noticed that my 'fall off to sleep' patterns and general sleep satisfaction were getting better with time.

The user manual suggests to 'experiment' with the device because in truth there is little or no way to tell accurately how the MindSpa is 're-balancing' one's brainwaves without biofeedback I.E. a 'before and after' EEG snapshot of brainwave states.

Results obtained in less than two weeks of *regular* usage:

Falling asleep quicker with a 'quietened mind'

Sleeping 'deeper' with less snoozing and more revitalised in the morning

More focus and increased concentration I.E. getting things done

General mood has changed from mild frustration to 'quiet optimism'

Feeling more present and have 'found' more time to re-take up regular physical exercising

Summary:

Easy to use for beginners and pros alike

Fast and immediate results when used regularly

Can be powered with supplied USB cable

Works for up to 10-14 days using recommended Alkaline AAA batteries

Non-intrusive alternative therapy for all kinds of disorders including anxiety/stress, ADD, etc.

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I am the only verified purchaser here so I would not believe the other reviews. This is crap and I wish I could send it back. Sorry to be so brutal but that is the way I feel.

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Quietus CPAP Cloth Nasal Liner(30 Day Supply) Small QL-011NS FITS: ResMed Activa/LT, Mirage Micro, U

These liners are great for those who are tired of waking up with unsightly red marks around your nose from using your CPAP machine.

I love these nasal liners! I've been a BIPAP user for almost ten years and when I tried these a few months ago, I can honestly say they make wearing my nasal mask so much more comfortable.

I would highly recommend these to anyone who has to use a CPAP or BIPAP machine with a nasal mask. Once you've tried them, you won't want to ever wear your mask without them again!

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Philips HF3520 Wake-Up Light With Colored Sunrise Simulation, White

This Philips Wake-Up Light with Colored Simulation alarm clock/bedside lamp is a eco-friendly addition to the sunrise alarm clock line because it has an LED light that never needs replacement, at least for 20 years.

The light a *cool* white light when turned on fully, or you get a cool peachish glow when it's on low. The light is too cool for my taste and I actually prefer the light from the older model because of it's warmer glow produced by a halogen bulbs. Also, the light seems to be aimed forward, so I get more shadows in my room, along with the cooler color. It's like the difference between the LED Christmas lights and the regular (incandescent) lights--one has an odd glow (LED) and the traditional is warmer and more natural looking. I truly wish LEDs looked better because they use so much less energy. If you like the light of the LED, this might just be the perfect wake-up light for you because of all it's awesome features.

The colored sunrise/sunset is closer to an amber orange than reddish. It's an odd color, but it's nicer than plain white. The best thing about this particular model is that the sunrise can be timed at between 20 & 40 minutes (previous model Philips HF3471/60 was limited to 30 minutes). Also, the dusk simulation can go as low as 5 minutes which is great for people who read until dozey.

If you like to snooze, this model has a pretty cool feature: you can touch any part of the face and it will snooze for 9 minutes. Because it's touch sensitive, so you don't have buttons on the front, but more of a touch screen-type face. There are buttons around the rim for setting the alarm and beginning the dimming process.

Another great feature is the clock face settings. I prefer to sleep in a very dark room and can get bothered by any light, including alarm clock faces. The Philips light gives you four options brightness, and their dim is quite dim. Plus it's a mellow orange, which is the color that is the least bright in a dark room. It also auto-dims, so when your lights are out, the clock face automatically dims. Smart, clever design. The time font looks fuzzier than the older model, and at night it is really pleasant. Side by side, I prefer this model's fuzzier type face.

It has 5 sounds to wake up to: bird chirps, jungle sounds, New-age sounds, some lovely Satie-style piano and wind chimes. All of these choices are appealing. It begins quietly, then gradually increases in volume. The sound choices are all so mellow that even at the loudest setting it's way better than any beep.

I've used these dawn-simulation alarms for 16 years and owned two BioBrite Sunrise Clocks, a Verilux Lamp/Alarm clock, an old Philip's model and the Philips HF3471/60. Philips is the brand I continue to go to because of their quality, design and warranty. BioBrite and Verilux just couldn't compare in either quality or features, and especially in longevity.

This newest Philips model has a few awesome features:

* Touch snooze, you can literally touch any part of the front of the light

* Modern, cool design, that is bright enough to read by so you don't need another lamp

* Philips makes the best wake-up simulation lights, this model being the best to date because of it's user-friendly features.

* This model is very intuitive and easy to set as soon as you plug it in

* Colored sunrise/sunset

* Two easily set and distinctly separated alarm settings

* 20-year LED bulb

The negatives:

* I dislike the color emitted from the LED light, the white is too cool for my taste. It's a deal breaker.

Everyone in my house has a Philips wake-up light and we all prefer them to traditional alarms. You don't need more than one of these per room, especially with this model which has two alarm time settings. Also, I've never had to replace a single Philips halogen bulb (previous models) and I own two older styles of Philips' wake-up lights.

This lamp is an expensive investment, but apparently the LED bulb is supposed to last 20 long years. I'd recommend this model ONLY IF you like the color that white LED lights emit. Otherwise, I'd recommend an older Philips model. They have fewer features, but a warmer glow.

(2008 HOLIDAY TEAM) I live in Seattle, which means I can go months at a time without ever seeing sunlight. Starting around late-September, I start waking up in the dark. By the time November hits, I wake up in the dark, go to work in the dark, spend the day inside an office building, and go home in the dark. It can be depressing.

I bought the Philips goLITE BLU Light Therapy Device a few years ago to see if it could help with the winter blues, and I was amazed at how well it works. It is like a concentrated shot of sunshine that wakes my body up in the morning and gets me ready for the day. I love it, and have learned to trust in these Philips light devices.

I have been wanting one of these "dawn alarm clocks" for awhile now to help with another problem; waking up in the pitch dark. No matter what time I go to bed, or how many hours I sleep, my body tends to reject the idea that it should be getting up when it is as dark as the inside of a closet. I have to put my alarm clock across the room and drag myself out of bed. It doesn't make for fun mornings. Could Philips help me again?

After using this "Philips Wake-up Light" for about a week know, I am happy to say that it is equally awesome. This is exactly what I have been wanting. Somehow, waking up in a lit room makes all the difference. And I dearly, dearly love the slow brightening. This isn't a sudden shock to your system, like someone flicking on the light switch. Your body is brought naturally out of sleep with a rising light level, so by the time you open your eyes it feels like it is time to get up.

There are plenty of options on this wake-up light, and I think everyone will need to fiddle with it awhile to see what works for them. The first time I used it, I set the light to full brightness and had it aimed for my face. It is bright!! Glaring!! So I ended up moving it across the room, and aiming the light at the far wall so that the light appears more natural and reflects off the wall. You can set the duration for a couple of different times. I haven't found much difference personally between the 30 and 20 minute settings. I suppose it depends on how light sensitive you are.

Along with the light, there are a couple of different alarm sounds, including a radio. The sounds are OK ... some bird song, a little white noise, some wind chimes, jungle sounds, and a couple of music pieces. I have been using the bird song, which I like. But the sounds were something I was disappointed with. I have another alarm clock that slowly raises the volume of the sound the same way this wake-up light slowly increases the brightness. It seems like a no-brainer to connect the two, so that the nature sounds come in slowly with the light. But that option is not available.

I also found programming the clock to be a bit of a pain. Like many modern instruction manuals, there are few written instructions, just images to guide you through the process. It took me awhile of tapping buttons to figure out how to get the clock and alarm set, and what my options are. It isn't as intuitive as it could be. But once it is set, it is set, so this is only a minor headache at the beginning.

There are some other cool features here. I love the touch-to-snooze feature. It almost makes it too easy to head back to bed! And I haven't played around with the "dusk" mode yet, as I generally don't have the same problem going to sleep as I do waking up. But it seems like a good idea. The light is definitely bright enough to read by, and I could see reading in bed while the light slowly dims as a good way to get sleepy.

So a few minor quibbles, but over all awesome. This is one of those devices I wish I had got years ago. It has improved my gloomy Seattle mornings immensely.

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I really did my homework on this one and weighed the pros and cons against the other models as well as competition's offerings. In the end, I went out on a limp and gave this one a shot and so far I am impressed.

Initial observations were that it seemed to be of a solid build quality with just the right amount of features for what I need. The instructions are pretty straight forward and if you've ever used a digital clock in your life you should be able to work your way through this with ease.

The first morning however, I did not awake to the light. Instead, I had birds chirping ridiculously loudly in my ear and a blinding light in my barely open eyes.... Ok, not what I was looking for at all.

Ok, I went back and tuned down the volume and increased the duration of the increasing light.

2nd morning a little better response. I awoke to the light, but it was already at almost peak brightness and then the birds started in.

(I figured I would give it another shot without making changes this time)

3rd morning significantly better. I realized I am training myself to become more sensitive to the light and my body is responding to the recreated sunrise better.

Some additional findings.

1. You have to be either facing the light or laying on your back with the light close enough to your peripheral to penetrate your eyelids and wake you naturally.

2. If you go to bed overtired or do not get enough sleep, this light WILL NOT work for you. I have tried it and found that I didn't wake up until the shrieking of my backup alarm on my cell phone and then I was being blinded and scream at by birds.

3. The 2nd Alarm is most likely useless for two people. I got all excited thinking she could use it as well, as she gets up an hour after I do. The problem is, in our queen bed, the light cannot reach from my nightstand to her eyes to have any effect on her waking up naturally.

4. Most of the sounds suck. There are only 3 that will serve as calming enough to fall asleep to or to wake up to naturally.

---I will update with more as time goes by----

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12/10/2012 Update I've had the new alarm in place for a few days now and all appears to be working well. Once again, I can't compliment Philips enough for their outstanding customer service. You can purchase this product with the assurance that it comes with top notch support if you ever encounter a problem.

12/4/2012 Update Philips saves the day. I called Philips (on a Sunday no less) and explained my issue to them. A very courteous and helpful rep assisted me. She carefully looked into the issue and possible causes before she deemed the lamp to be defective. She immediately shipped a replacement which is scheduled to arrive within the next 48 hrs. Everything from her wonderful attitude to the prompt service was stellar and in these days of waning customer service, not a small consideration when making a purchase. In any event, I felt the actions of Philips worthy of mention and look forward to trying the new light and functional snooze. The prompt problem resolution also improved my overall rating/view of the product.

12/1/2012 Update Apparently, my touch to snooze issue appears to be a defect. Others have pointed out that theirs works just fine from touching the front of the alarm. We haven't used the snooze in a while because we use both alarms and given our respective wake-up times, they pretty much act as a pseudo snooze anyhow (which solves our button dilemma since my wife just turns off the light after she wakes up first). I recently received a comment on my review from another user yet again reaffirming that the snooze works fine when they touch the front of their alarm. Well, I just tested my snooze nearly a dozen times. I tried touching both the top (light) and bottom (buttons) regions of the front. I touched it with little pressure, moderate pressure, one finger and every combination of fingers up to placing my entire palm on the front. It simply does not work. I also tested the snooze using both alarms 1 and 2 and it worked with neither. One curious thing I did just discover is that touching the rear only works if I touch it a certain way. Directly touching the rear of the clock (and nothing else) does nothing; however, when we reach around to touch the rear of the alarm from the bed, it works. The only theory I could somewhat prove is that our wrist apparently brush up against the outer edge of the alarm face when we reach toward the back of the alarm. I now believe it is this outer edge of the alarm face that is sensing our touch, not the rear. So to clarify, the outer edge of the front seems to work to snooze but nowhere else on the front works. And even though that part works, it's not as consistent as I initially believed it to be. If we used the snooze feature more, we would have noticed this earlier. Quite honestly, I'm disappointed given my previous experience with the reliability of my prior generation wake up light. The worst thing to experience after having numerous problems with a product in the past is to try the product again and realize it's defective right out of the box. I still like the light but the reliability forces me to drop it two stars. Maybe my own little star system will break it down better:

Satisfaction with product performance: ***** (This is purely how I love the way it wakes me up. As I said, we barely use snooze anyhow, so it's not very influential in this rating)

Satisfaction with product features: **** (button placement and other minor dislikes knocked one star off)

Satisfaction with product reliability: * (This is the snooze issue also taking into consideration my prior track record with wake-up lights)

Overall Satisfaction: *** (I love the light but a defective unit right out of the box would be a little easier to overlook had I not previously experienced so many issues with a prior wake-up light)

(Original review follows)

I previously had one of the earlier Philips wake up lights (the HF3480), which was somewhat of a disappointment. Although I loved the way it woke us up with soothing sounds and gentle lighting that gradually increased in intensity like natural sunlight, it wasn't very reliable mechanically. The main issue was the bulb. The bulb never seemed to last more than about 6 months and it wasn't user replaceable. My bulbs blew twice over a span of a year. Both times the bulb blew, I had to contact Philips, get an RMA, ship the lamp back to them on my own dime and await a replacement. To Philips' credit, at least the replacements were new, not refurbs, but it was a pain nonetheless. The third issue didn't involve the bulb but the radio. It turned on by itself one day and refused to turn off. I tried everything. In addition to fiddling with the knobs forever, I unplugged it numerous times, even allowing it to sit for days without power. When I plugged it back in, the radio came right back on, so I fiddled with the knobs some more but could not get it to turn off. I tried to live with it and still use the wake-up feature, but despite turning the radio volume all the way down, it would still make static and crackling noises until I finally couldn't take it anymore. I was unwilling to ship the lamp back to Philips a third time at my expense, so that was the end of the road for it in our household. I didn't even make it through the two-year warranty. You reach a point where even a lengthy warranty isn't worth the aggravation of constantly shipping it back for repair or replacement.

So, after passing on the subsequent later models, I decided to give the latest version a try through Vine. They've completely changed the form factor and the bulb is different as well. The HF3480 looked like a desktop humidifier and had a soft white bulb that gradually brightened. This model is shaped like a large floodlight and has a multi-color bulb that not only gradually brightens, but changes colors to mimic sunlight. When it first turns on, it's a low intensity reddish color. As it brightens, it progresses to a more yellowish color before topping out in a brilliant off-white that very accurately mimics the shine of sunlight through closed eyes. As was experienced with the last wake-up light, I am almost always awakened by the light before the actual alarm sounds start. The sounds begin after the light reaches full intensity. To me, it's the perfect way to wake. It's gentle, soothing and much less harsh than a traditional alarm. Here are my pros and cons of the new wake up light:

Pros

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Gentle soft warm soothing light that more closely mimics natural sunlight than it's predecessors.

Choice of soothing nature sounds (birds, wind, water), AM/FM radio, or a very soothing musical alarm. I prefer the musical alarm.

Although it looks like a floodlight from the side, it looks like a round stylish contemporary clock with orange dot-matrix display from the front.

Easy to set and touch to snooze option is great, as long as you touch the right part of the lamp (the rear. Touching the front does nothing, as we found out the hard way when we lost out on a snooze because we couldn't figure out why touching the lamp didn't work)

Very easy to use combination of touch sensitive and conventional buttons (except for snooze. See below cons)

Solid 2-year warranty

Cons

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Shaky reliability history. So I'm keeping my fingers crossed on this latest version. I will certainly update my review as needed, good or bad.

As already mentioned, you must touch the back portion of the body to snooze. When "touch to snooze" is touted as a feature, it might help to make it crystal clear you must touch the back because the front won't work)

Buttons, particularly the one to turn off the light, are hard to find by feel. If you truly want to snooze, you need to turn off the light, however, the buttons are very tiny and closely spaced to each other along the top of the clock. Because this is very brightly front-lit, it's almost impossible to see the buttons while the light is on in a darkened room. Because of the close spacing, feeling for buttons usually results in unintended results, like turning on the radio, as we've done a few times. Unless we get lucky, we usually have to turn on the desk lamp and lean over to find the light button. By the time we do all of that, we're pretty much already awake and no longer need the snooze. So much for stealing a few more minutes.

Although it looks stylish head-on from the front, any other angle makes it look like an oversized floodlight sitting on your nightstand

The clock is hard to read in bright light. I wish intensity was a little brighter. It's readable in dark or dimly lit rooms but gets washed out by moderate to strong light

So far, I am very happy with this wake up light. There absolutely is no better way to wake other than naturally, free of alarms, but sadly that's only a weekend luxury for me, if I'm lucky.

Given the fact that both the light and body style are totally different from the HF3480, I'm giving this wake-up light a fresh start. I won't "expect" it to break prematurely as I did with the HF3480. I'll allow the quality of this lamp to speak for itself. Hopefully, I like what it has to say.

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The Philips HF3520/60 light meets one of its promises a fairly realistic simulation of a sunrise that can prove useful in waking up. What it doesn't do as well is to do much else, as an alarm clock, radio, or seasonal light. 3 stars for a still-useful device that misses on a few fronts.

Having used the portable Philips GoLite for circadian reset purposes while traveling most sleep doctors will tell you bright light exposure upon waking really helps I was eager to try a full spectrum light for home use. The results from the HF3520/60 are mixed.

What it does really well is to mimic a sunrise. It is a gentle but effective way to wake up, starting at red, progressing through orange and yellow to white. Really quite neat, and unique among any light boxes currently on the market.

What it doesn't do as well is to function as anything else. The alarm clock is ok, but as other reviewers have pointed out the buttons are far, far too small you risk knocking it off your night stand trying to push them, and setting the alarm isn't particularly intuitive. The sounds on the alarm clock aren't graduated, nor are there many of them; in general, something like the alarm on the Zeo Mobile provides a much more pleasant audio wake up if the light doesn't do so, and it's odd that Philips didn't take this into account while designing the HF3520.

It's also disappointing that there's no AM radio or 2.5mm headphone jack to allow external devices. For more audio options than the weak FM radio, Philips clearly wants consumers to purchase the more expensive HF3550, with the presumption that they own an Iphone 4 or below to pipe in audio. It's theoretically possible to buy a third-party FM modulator for a workaround, but that's an awful lot of effort to put in to achieve the same functionality in an expensive device that most cheap $20 alarm clocks provide out of the box.

Most importantly, even at full intensity the 300 lux light is enough to wake up most people but is far too weak to provide the recommended light dosage for morning exposure. Putting this side-by-side with the older 10000 lux Britelite 6 is like comparing the sun to a candle. Even the little GoLite puts out a far more powerful lux than this. As such, it really isn't useful for anything more than just waking you up, and that's a shame.

3 stars for the narrow but useful niche it occupies. A neat way to get your eyes open but not much more.

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I use Mary Kay Miracle set for over 8 years. It is the best thing I know for my face!

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This is a very interesting concept... healthy skin. I've suffered with bad acne since sixth grade and have bought products and acne systems that contained the usual acne treatment chemicals. I've also tried stronger doses prescribed with antibiotics. All of these would produce temporary relief at the first try of them, but my acne problem would return. I have now learned that I also suffered from an uneven complexion and a severe mix of oily and dry skin. They skin around my nostrils would flake the worst, yet my forehead and chin would be so oily. I noticed that my skin would get worse depending on the time of year, what climate I was in, and worst of all, my crazy hormones.

Long story short, I tried the Mary Kay Timewise set after attending a Mary Kay makeup party thrown by a friend of mine who was getting married. I bought a sample at first to try it out and immediately saw changes. It doesn't even focus on getting rid of acne, that's just a side-effect! This product in particular is said to provide topical nutrients for the skin, which I think has been the key in this system. They cleanser and lotion do a great job as well, and I highly recommend trying it.

I still get acne, but it's nothing like before. I now only get the kind of acne that lasts for a day and heals fast. And I only seem to get it right before my period. I haven't got the kind that hurts or the kind that just won't go away and takes forever to heal. My skin feels so great and my complexion is so much better! I've been using Mary Kay skin care for about 4 months now, and I am now only buying their products.

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Burt's Bees Intense Hydration Night Cream, 1.8 Ounce

After years on Amazon, I am finally writing my first review and it is for Burt's Bees Intense Hydration Night Cream with Clary Sage. Because this product is just that good. I need to disclose that I am not normally a Burt's Bees fan I can appreciate their company ethos and their natural, paraben-free philosophy but I've had my various skin care regimes that have worked fine for me. However my gym started leaving a little basket of samples of this night cream in the locker room and after a couple of weeks of grabbing "just a couple more" I decided I better buy the darn jar.

And I am so glad I did. The full size product lives up to the promise that the samples gave me. The consistency could be considered a bit light for a night cream but really, it is the perfect thickness to feel comforting for a night cream but not heavy or greasy like others I've used. It absorbs into skin like a dream and I can't stop rubbing my cheek after I've put it on so soft! And the scent is comforting, soothing, and elegant in a natural way. When I wake up in the morning, my skin is happy and hydrated, but not oily at all I don't even feel like I need to wash my face in the morning (like I've felt after wearing heavier creams at night).

Would you believe that even after a long, hard day, the promise of putting this cream on will actually get me to wash my face before bed every night? With makeup remover and everything? It must be a miracle!

Thanks, Burt's Bees. I just adore this cream.

I purchased Burt's Bee's products as they do not have parabens. I fully expected to receive a nice so-so product that would be safer for me to use. What I did not expect was a night cream that left my skin feeling softer and more hydrated than ANY other night cream I have used in the past (and I am almost 50 so I have used a few!). This is an excellent product and I am recommending it to everyone I know.

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I got this product for free as part of a "BzzAgent" campaign. However, after having used it for several weeks I can honestly recommend it and say I will buy it in the future. Here's why.

I am always on the lookout for a good moisturizing cream, as part of my essential skin care. But even more so right now as, just like another reviewer, I'm doing some peels. While the end result of the peels should be fabulous skin, in the meantime, it is mostly very dry skin that needs to be moisturized intensely...To me, that's the ultimate cream test: not only being able to maintain the skin when it is in its "normal" state, but also being able to replenish it when it is extremely dry. Burt's Bees Intense Hydration Night Cream does that and does it very well. I can see my skin is being "renewed" more rapidly and doesn't feel as "tight" from the peels.

The cream itself is very pleasant: thick, but not heavy, and easy to apply. It also absorbs really quickly, so I will even use it during the day on weekends. Overall, that's a really good product.

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I've used this for three weeks now. My skin is normal/dry in the summer and dry in the winter and for me this provides a good amount of moisture.It's non-greasy. You can feel it on your face but it's not the oil slick you get with most dry skin night creams. It doesn't sting my eyes and I use it around my eyes as a eye cream at night too. I've even used it after a bi-weekly lunchtime peel,which for me is 40% glycolic acid for 3mins. So many moisturizers sting after an acid peel that I began to use pure safflower oil post treatment. It's good for a drugstore face cream. It was $17 and I got a $3 off coupon online so it's a good deal. If you have very dry skin Roc has a deep wrinkle night cream with retinol that is phenomenal for a "drugstore" cream and compares to creams 4 times it's price. But if your skin is sensitive to retinol, or you want a natural soothing product, this one works just fine. I will purchase it again.

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About two years ago during a pregnancy, I started dealing with very dry skin. I tried product after product and asked two doctors about it. They gave me random samples but nothing seemed to hydrate my skin. FINALLY I have found a system that works! I love it!! I have always loved the Burt's Bees line and this just adds to the list of things that I love!! My fine lines are plumped up and less noticeable and the flakes are almost non-existent now.

I have used this nightly for weeks. I love the citrus scent and it fades away after applying it. It is very moisturizing yet not sticky or overwhelming. Since adding this to my skincare routine, I have not needed as many products. I used to use a serum, Cerave lotion and a neutrogena night cream on top of that. Now I can get better results from the night cream only.

I was given a sample through BzzAgent and asked to share my honest and unbiased opinion of the product.

Skin2Spirit Organic Shea Body Mousse

I am in love with this product! Your skin feels soft and moisturized all day long without that greasy feeling. It is so creamy and melts right into your skin. It is the best lotion i have ever tried. I have used so many different scents and have loved every single one of them. Now i can get a great smelling mousse without the harsh chemicals. highly recommend this productyou cant go wrong!

I really like this Skin2Spirit Organic Shea Body Mousse Summer Roses. And I simply just love the scent. My skin feels so soft and I feel very lucky that I found this product. You definetely got a happy and devoted customer, here's a buy for the discerning customer.

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I really like the chocolate scent. You can wear this and enjoy the scent yet not walk around smelling like a cookie. The cream moisturizes the skin and soaks in quickly so you are not slippery or greasy.

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I purchased this banana cream lotion a few weeks ago and it is heavenly! It is so creamy, so smooth, feels like whipped topping for your skin. Absorbs really well, no greasy or sticky feel afterwards. It's the best lotion / body mousse I have ever tried. It smells so good, everytime I use it I have to smell it give it a huge sniff! It brings much enjoyment every day! I don't ever touch any moisturize with chemicals, and I don't need to because this skin2spirit skin care kicks chemeicals butt!

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...I so dearly love to be spoiled. This is a caress in a jar...the fragrance, the touch and the results....Use this only if you enjoy the finer things in life...or better yet, feeling like one of the finer things in life.

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Daydream Paisley Sleep Mask With Cool Pack

I got this mask because my old mask was in need of replacement and this one caught my attention because of its cool pack, which seemed like a great idea. In reality, the cool pack is really the only nice part of this mask and the only reason I'm giving this two stars instead of one. The mask itself does not offer much light blocking; to me, that is the most important feature of a sleep mask. It puts a good deal of pressure on the bridge of the nose which is annoying, mildy uncomfortable, and causes gaps under the eyes that let in light. When I took it out of the package, there were two foam rollers attached to either side of the mask that, when the mask is on, would be under each eye. I wasn't sure if these were actually a feature of the mask since they aren't pictured here on the interior, but they were sown on, so it's anyone's guess if they were intended to be part of the mask or not. These foam rollers would probably solve the gap problem I mentioned above, but they were so awful and itchy I mean, FOAM?? I ended up tearing them off, but the interior of this mask is still not a great fabric. It's the same kind of fabric my couch is made out of which doesn't really translate well into something I want to wear on my face all night it's not horrible, but it's not exactly luxurious either. I would recommend a Dream Essentials mask instead. It's the kind of mask I used to have and it's the mask I'm going back to. The cool pack on this mask is nice, but it doesn't make up for the rest of its shortcomings.

I just got my mask and would never sleep without it since then. They are so soft inside and they look cute :-)

The cool pack inside is unique and heaven for my puffy eyes in the morning. Always a perfect gift for friends and family!!

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I personally don't use the cooling function.

I use this sleeping mask when sleeping in a not entirely dark environment, e.g. if I take a nap or if I sleep longer in the morning or if there comes in light from the street lamps. The sleeping mask is very comfortable to wear and I notice I fall asleep much more quickly. I already washed it by hand and it looks like new.

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I really loved this mask. I keep all lights out from my eyes helping me sleep longer and better. The cooling pack didn't really stay cold long but it wasn't really necessary for me. It was great until the cushion things around the eyes fell off at that point they didn't really work as well. Still a great product and I would buy it again.

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This mask blocks out all light, and is very comfortable to wear. I've never had more vivid dreams than when I wear this mask, due to deeper sleep. Something about the little sewn-in pillows for under the eyes makes this mask sooo cozy. I also bought one for my husband, who at first protested wearing one, but now I can't rip it off him. I highly recommend this particular mask if you need to block out daylight, or have trouble falling asleep.

Flents Breathe Well Nasal Dialator - The Alternative to Nasal Strips

I've been using it for a year or so now. Took sometime to adjust to. Tends to slip out at night and then is quite tricky to find between sheets and pillows. I've added a black string to it so it's easier to spot and run the string behind my ear. Probably best to keep an extra one bedside so you don't have to look for it. It does work and I won't sleep without it. I snore less, have less headaches and feel much more rested when I wake up. Though not the ideal solution, this is by far the best I've come across, and I've tried many! Make sure you put it back in it's packing tube when unused so it doesn't lose its flex.

Product improves nasal breathing significantly. I have been able to sleep much better and snore less since I started using Breathe Well. It is certainly an alternative to using the nasal strip. It does come out fairly easily but that is can be minimized by proper sizing. It is an advantage to be able to apply and remove Breathe Well during the night. Try that with the nasal strip. It is an effective and economical product.

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It keeps coming out of your nose. especially when you sleep with it. It needs to be of firmer material. It also keeps get undone from the plastic piece that holds it in its shape.

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Does not sit well in the nose and slides out easily. I even cut some of it off per the instructions. It was even worse. I am very disappointed with this product. Not a good buy for me.

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This device tends to slip down my nose around the nostral openings. I need the device to stay up high.

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SnoozeShade Plus - The Universal Fit Stroller Sunshade (UPF50+)

I LOVE SnoozeShade Plus! I live in Austin, Texas where we are lucky enough to see the sun over 300 days a year. Which is great, except when you're on a walk with your child in her stroller and the sun is beating down on her. And it's especially problematic when she's trying to sleep. SnoozeShade Plus is the solution to my problem.

This product is so easy to use. It's adjustable so it fits on all the different stroller options we have, from our Graco travel system stroller to our umbrella stroller. It also fit well on my neighbor's jogging stroller. There's elastic around the edges to help with the fit, and then the velcro straps make it super easy to attach the shade to the stroller. It takes maybe a minute to attach the SnoozeShade to your stroller...it took me longer to write this last paragraph than to install the shade.

Once you've got it on, you're ready to stroll! SnoozeShade blocks out almost all UV light, which is one of my favorite features. It's really comforting to have a protective fabric that protects my baby from rays. It also blocks out the light so my child can nap (or when awake, not be blinded and irritated), and it's easy to peek in on her when I want to. My little one looks like a VIP undercover in her stroller when we use this, and she's all smiles, too.

SnoozeShade comes in a convenient bag that you can put it back into for storage when it's not in use. I haven't been able to figure out how to put it away as nicely as it came when I first opened it, but that's the only (miniscule) issue I could find with this marvelous product, and that's probably just because I tend to be a bit of a perfectionist. It still fits in the bag, it just doesn't look perfect.

Highly recommended.

I have a 17 months old daughter who often fights me on her nap sometimes it's just better to get out of the house, take a stroll, let her get some fresh air... and hopefully doze off for an hour or so! After getting the shade, I viewed the how-to video on YouTube but it was really simple to put around the stroller, unzipping on the top to let more air in for warmer weather, it fit my Bugaboo Bee plus stroller perfectly and most importantly my daughter napped for 1 and half hrs in it!!! I recommend this product to any parent who had taken a stroll outside to help their child nap which is every parent I know.

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Its works well but I am not sure how much air it allows, the baby seems sweaty at times. It does fit any stroller. My baby sometimes gets scared when she wakes up but she is only 6 months. I am hoping she will get used to it. I wish it was a different color. But it does what it says blocks the sun very well.

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Doze Alert Sleep Warning Device - DOZE

This item works as described but the thin little plastic clasps which hold the battery break off easily when changing out the battery.

If it breaks there are no replacement parts!

After reading Docgobbler's review I called the Sav-a-life Co. directly and was told yes, they do break, but no, at $40 each, you just replace them, they don't sell parts or fix them. They do, however, have a brand new model at $89.95 (and I could be their very first customer for it) that has no replacable battery, and three ways of charging it. It both vibrates or buzzes or both at once.

I was gonna buy two as I have narcolepsy and we have a nephew who's wrecked twice falling asleep at the wheel.

One would like to think someone would make a decent product in this field...

having spent the morning reading the reviews of the products and sellers I'm

frustrated someone's not doing a better job.

I know one thing I'm Really Happy for... my fellow reviewers on Amazon and a few

other responsible companies' websites for accurate evaluations of products which is a major reason We depend on Amazon!

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The product worked while I tested it, but the moment I tried to actually use it it did nothing. I did not leave it on and followed the instructions for keeping the battery thing open, just worked great for about five minutes and did not work for actual use.

Even for testing a significantly less expensive device that vibrated worked better than this one.

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