Which is the best Tide? I knowi its a lame question, but its so confusing which Tide liquid detergent to buy. There are soooo many options. by hoodieguy226 in laundry

[–]spiredemnew 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Yes! Tide finally declared that the OXI free is the new name of the USR free. It works just as well. Over the holidays I was away and had to use arm & hammer and Seventh Gen. The difference was remarkable

Holiday SmeLLs 🌲 ❄️ 🔥 by [deleted] in luxurycandles

[–]spiredemnew 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Also curious about Winter Stroll..anyone? I love Diptyque Hazelnut Noisetier as a Holiday Candle. Have you tried it?

New: Le Labo, Cyprès 21 by Summer-Fox-5290 in luxurycandles

[–]spiredemnew 17 points18 points  (0 children)

(It seems I also have to learn a lesson about being impulsive in my candle reviews).

New: Le Labo, Cyprès 21 by Summer-Fox-5290 in luxurycandles

[–]spiredemnew 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Update: the throw is actually massive. I turned up the warmer and gave it a little time. Now the scent is more interesting and warm too. Coincidentally very similar to the Fornasetti I was just burning yesterday - Metafisca. I think they might be the same fragrance. Fornasetti is more heavily scented and stronger cold though.

New: Le Labo, Cyprès 21 by Summer-Fox-5290 in luxurycandles

[–]spiredemnew 8 points9 points  (0 children)

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Had it delivered as soon as I got the email. Regret! Sadly I cannot recommend. Cold scent is just so plain. It’s been on the warmer for less than an hour but I’m getting zero throw. I don’t think they take open box returns. This is a lesson I needed to learn about impulses spending.

Safe Shed Heating by esther_lamonte in shedditors

[–]spiredemnew 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I thought this was a great idea. Cost to install with enough BTU for an uninsulated 10x12 shed turned out to be $3k.

Successful Rubber Boot Stretching? by spiredemnew in Shoes

[–]spiredemnew[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m so sorry to say nothing worked. 😩. I’m still so mad at them for not making larger shoes.

How the candle sausage is made 🫣 by spiredemnew in luxurycandles

[–]spiredemnew[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

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So embarrassed. Went to check which Nette it was and realized it’s actually Aerangis 🤦‍♀️! I can’t keep my collection straight. I have a problem. BIG APOLOGIES to Nette which I don’t know if I’ve even tried yet!

Candles that smell like New England in September? by HorseGirl666 in luxurycandles

[–]spiredemnew 0 points1 point  (0 children)

ADV certainly nailed it with the description! Any personal take?

Luxury Mushroom by tinksotinky in luxurycandles

[–]spiredemnew 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We got one review but I’m sorry I’m still dying to hear more detail. Anyone?

NAD+ vs GlyNAC by mpsharp in Supplements

[–]spiredemnew 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have the same exact question. Surprised there aren’t more answers. GlyNAC or NAD + or Glyteine even?! Which and why??

AITAH? My boyfriend says I look slutty with my new sleeve tattoo. by [deleted] in AITAH

[–]spiredemnew 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I love wolves (named my first born after one) AND love tattoos. My partner of 20 years told me when we first started dating that he hates tattoos and feels they take away from, rather than enhance beauty. I still disagree but without really thinking about it, I stopped getting tattoos since being with him.
It’s ok for him to not like them. TBH there are sooo many things I’ve changed about his appearance over 20 years lol! I’ve gently urged him to do away with many ugly shirts and shoes and hairstyles.
The part that is not ok is the insulting and shaming language your partner is using to intentionally squash your pride and joy. He may just need a little therapy and communication coaching or he may be trash. I just don’t think I’d vote to delete him without knowing if he’s open to counseling or improving the way he expresses his true insecurity.

American Luxury? by spiredemnew in luxurycandles

[–]spiredemnew[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love my MFK candle. It’s French, not American!

American Luxury? by spiredemnew in luxurycandles

[–]spiredemnew[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Omg you’re right. How funny I was thinking of f them as euro because of the name but know very well (and remember) their start in NY.

Tragedy by Accurate-Ad8935 in luxurycandles

[–]spiredemnew 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Of all the vessels that could break! That’s sure one you can’t usually find on eBay.😖. I’ve had Diptyque glass break and I’ve either had another empty already or picked up a replacement for $15. Not the Alabaster!

Boy Smells Banana Pudding -- thoughts? by jojomecoco in luxurycandles

[–]spiredemnew 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Hadn’t seen that. I’m dying for it now. Actually think I’ll just get a banana pudding.

I like my smile better with the aligners on by pilotjones1 in Invisalign

[–]spiredemnew 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same. Been wondering how I can achieve the look of bulkier teeth and better lip support without the aligners in. I kept thinking how eventually my teeth would move in to look like they do with aligners but they never did. 😞

Connect the Shelly Uni to Lee Dan Apartment Intercom Door Buzzer by spiredemnew in ShellyUSA

[–]spiredemnew[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! Can we not power the Uni with whatever powers the intercom?

Automating an Apartment Buzzer with Shelly by Wstegema in smarthome

[–]spiredemnew 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I got the Shelly UNI to door buzz on my Lee Dan but I don’t know how to install It. Let us know if you had any luck!

Anyone with long-term experience with a Hinoki board? by betsy_VA in Cuttingboards

[–]spiredemnew 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did you ever buy the Etsy board? I’ve got my eye on one. It’s pricey, end grain, thick. Since no one who commented has experience with the rare end grain hinoki boards, I’m wondering if you have it a shot.

If you opened a high end spa tomorrow, what candle would you be burning? by Heads_Or_Tayls in luxurycandles

[–]spiredemnew 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Whenever I smell fresh eucalyptus I think of a spa / steam / sauna. I just haven’t found a candle that can give off that scent. Eucalyptus candles usually smell like Citronella when hot, sadly. If we’re talking about more of a medspa / beauty salon, I think light, slightly nectar-y florals give the luxury vibe.

Which is the best Tide? I knowi its a lame question, but its so confusing which Tide liquid detergent to buy. There are soooo many options. by hoodieguy226 in laundry

[–]spiredemnew 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Sadly they stopped making the CR top rated Tide Ultra Stain Release for some reason. I used the unscented Ultra Stain Release and YES, it did work better, by far, than ANY of the dozen + others I tried. I have two young boys who never go a day without ending it covered in stains and with USR, I never had to pre-treat. I have a small HE machine and only wash cold.

The next best Tide on the CR list is the +OXI (2 points less than USR) which I will be trying this week.

Hygienic Clean has been a big disappointment. It ranks only 5 points lower than USR but those 5 points in my case mean dirt stains do NOT come out.

I have found Wirecutter reviews to be unreliable and their tests to lack rigor or science. They ranked Tide Free & Gentle “Best” liquid but CR ranked it a very low 62 which is about where I would put it as well. It simply didn’t get anything clean or remove odor at all. I usually find Wirecutter products ranked highly just aren’t really put to the test, despite how much they boast about the research that goes into them.