Recent Articles in Products & equipment

Palmolive Relaunches Body Wash Range
Jul 5, 2021

In a clear step towards a more sustainable future, Palmolive becomes one of the first major personal care brands to make all formulas 95 per cent biodegradable. Anne Coates tries them out. 

 

Decorate Your Bedroom as a Minimalist to Promote a Healthy Lifestyle
Jun 25, 2021

The journey towards minimalism can take time. And it can happen in a couple of stages. But as you learn to let go of things that no longer serve you, the benefits on both your physical and mental health are limitless, writes Daniela Ganea Interior Designer and Content Writer for the Home Furnishing Industry. 

Zerowater Filter
Apr 27, 2021

So many of us have given up buying water in plastic bottles which contains double the micro plastics in unfiltered tap water. Now  Zerowater Filters remove as much as 99.6 per cent of all toxins, solids, and contaminants, such as lead, chlorine, mercury, aluminium, and plastic particle. Anne Coates put it to the test.

Comfy® – Junior Size
Apr 19, 2021

When Harriet saw me in my Comfy® she was so envious, loving its softness and warmth. So she was delighted to have her own version.

Cocoon Babies
Mar 25, 2021

Cocoon Babies is no ordinary blanket – it's designed to keep babies cool or warm and is perfect for transferring baby from the car to buggy as Jenny Sneyd discovered.

Kids Bamboo Toothbrush from Colgate
Mar 18, 2021

Colgate has announced the launch of a new Kids Bamboo toothbrush designed specifically for children. The brush, which is suitable for children aged 6+ and is available with either a Koala or Polar Bear design, makes brushing fun for kids while also helping them to look after the planet.

The Comfy® – A Wearable Blanket
Feb 18, 2021

The Comfy® couldn't have arrived at a more opportune time for Anne Coates who loved the wearable blanket for its comfort and warmth.

Loop Earplugs
Dec 1, 2020

The two new Loop Earplugs are the perfect stocking-filler for staying sane and finding a little "zen" over Christmas. Named by The New York Times as the best earplug of 2020, Loop combines market leading technology with high end fashion, all with a unique ring-shaped design that fits snugly within the ear. Anne Coates put them to the test.

Doddl Educational Children's Cutlery
Oct 23, 2020

Doddl Educational Children's Cutlery is put to the test by Joanna Roberts and her 13 month old son.

Quarterpast Immunity Teas
Oct 6, 2020

Quarterpast Immunity Teas are yet another good thing to emerge from New Zealand. Anne Coates tried nd enjoyed three of the flavours.

JOHNSON’S® Haircare Range
Sep 28, 2020

Grow strong and shine bright with JOHNSON’S® Haircare range and help kids tame their lion mane or sparkle like a princess. Harriet and Anne Coates put some of the products to the test.

LastRound Reusable Makeup Pads
Sep 17, 2020

Having tried and tested LastTissue and LastSwab, Anne Coates was eager to try out LastRound, the reusable make-up pads. Read her five heart review.