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Thigreact Ghost Pumpkin Review: A Cute Resin Halloween Centerpiece That Glows Without a Flame
A resin ghost-and-pumpkin figure lit from inside by a flickering LED candle, for tables, mantels and covered porches. Sizes, batteries and where to display it.
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UWETIME Bedazzling Kit Review: 32,000 Rhinestones, 48 Colors and Glue in One Box
A four-box set of 3 mm resin rhinestones with B7000 glue, tweezers and a pickup pen. What you can make with it, what to know about the glue and who it suits.
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VIMPUNEC Cable Knit Sweater Dress Review: A Preppy Puff-Sleeve Mini for Fall and the Holidays
An A-line cable knit mini dress with a crew neck, puff sleeves, ribbed cuffs and a drop waist seam. Fit, fabric, styling and sizing notes.
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Walker's Razor Slim Electronic Muff Review: Low-Profile Hearing Protection That Lets You Hear Conversation
Slim electronic ear muffs with two microphones that amplify safe sounds and reduce loud noise, plus an audio input jack. Fit, controls and what to know about protection.
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wet n wild Color Icon Multi-Stick Review: A Budget Cream Stick for Eyes, Cheeks and Lips
A cream-to-powder color stick with passion fruit seed oil, argan oil and vitamin E, in the shade Royal Scam. How it applies, how to make it last and who it suits.
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WORTHIN Polka Dot Press On Nails Review: A Classic Minimalist Manicure in Minutes
24 medium almond press-on nails in 12 sizes with a simple polka dot design, a file, a cuticle stick and adhesive tabs. Wear time, application and what's not in the box.
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WYB Blue Princess Dress Review: A Layered Tulle Gown With a Full Set of Accessories
A blue princess dress-up gown for ages 3 to 10 with a scepter, crown, gloves, earrings, choker and hair hoop. Fabric, fit and what parents should check.
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Balibell Glowing Ghost Yard Signs Review: Cute-or-Creepy Ghosts for the Lawn
Six 14.9 x 11.5 inch ghost-shaped yard signs in cute and scary styles that charge in daylight and glow green at night. Who they're for, what we liked and what to know before buying.
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Balibell Glowing Graveyard Yard Signs Review: The Largest Stones in the Lineup
Six 16.9 x 10.6 inch tombstone yard signs with devil, bat and skull art that charge in sunlight and glow at night. Who they're for, what we liked and what could be better.
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Balibell Glowing Tombstone Props Review: Slim Grave Markers You Can Cut and Customize
Six narrow 15 x 9.4 inch glow-in-the-dark tombstone signs in corrugated plastic, with stakes for the yard and the option to cut them for DIY scenes. Who they're for and what to expect.
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Balibell Glowing Halloween Headstones Review: An Instant Graveyard With No Wires
Six 16.5 x 10.3 inch foam-board headstones with devil, skull, bat and RIP designs that charge in sunlight and glow green after dark. Who they're for, what we liked and what could be better.
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DefenderShield Air Tube Over-Ear Headphones Review: Wired Listening Without the Wireless
Wired over-ear headphones that carry sound to your ears through hollow air tubes, with an in-line mic, braided cord and carry case. Who they're for, what we liked and what could be better.
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DefenderShield DefenderPad Review: A Thin Lap Shield for Heat and EMF
A quarter-inch-thick lap pad for laptops up to 17 inches that blocks heat and shields your body from device emissions. Who it's for, what we liked and what could be better.
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DefenderShield EMF Blanket & Duvet Cover Bundle: A Small Shielding Throw, Reviewed
A 36 x 35 inch shielding blanket with a soft bamboo-viscose and cotton exterior, sold with a blue duvet cover. Who it's for, what we liked and what to know before buying.
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DefenderShield EMF Wallet Case for iPhone 12/12 Pro: What It Does and Doesn't Do
A vegan-leather folio for the iPhone 12 and 12 Pro with a shielded front cover, three RFID-blocking card slots and a detachable inner case. Who it's for, what we liked and what to know first.
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DefenderShield Kids Blue Light Glasses Review: Tough Frames for Screen Time
Amber-tinted, non-prescription glasses for kids that filter about half of blue light, with flexible frames, shatterproof lenses and adjustable ear hooks. Who they're for and what to expect.
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MISSBEE QUEEN Arnica Bruise Cream Review: Daily Care for Thin, Easily Marked Skin
A 3.5 oz cream with arnica, vitamin K, ceramides and coconut oil for thin, fragile skin that bruises easily. Who it's for, what we liked and what to keep in mind.
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MISSBEE QUEEN Serum Mascara Review: Fiber Volume With Lash Care Built In
A black fiber mascara with a serum-style formula of peptides, hyaluronic acid and vitamin E that promises length, lift and smudge-resistant wear. Who it's for and what to know.
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MISSBEE QUEEN 7 Day Spot and Tag Remover Pen: Read This Before You Buy
A small skincare pen with a cooling, moisturizing botanical formula. The name promises more than the description does, so here's what it actually is, who it suits and what it won't do.
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NXSCI Vibration Plate Review: A Quiet, Compact Platform for Low-Impact Movement
A slim 150W vibration platform with 9 preset programs, 250 manual levels, a remote and resistance bands. Who it's for, what we liked and which claims to take with caution.
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LEGO Jack-O'-Lantern Pickup Truck (40822) Review: A Small Halloween Build With Big Charm
A 177-piece LEGO set with a farmer, a pickup truck and a giant opening pumpkin. Who it suits, what we liked and what to know before you buy.
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Mantyplay 30-Pack Mochi Squishies Review: The Easiest Party Favor and Prize-Box Win
Thirty individually wrapped mini squishies for goodie bags, classroom prize boxes and stocking stuffers. Here's what you get, who it suits and what to watch out for.
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SEREED Baby Balance Bike Review: A Safe, Lightweight First Ride for 1-Year-Olds
A pedal-free, four-wheel baby balance bike for 12 to 24 months with a limited steering angle and closed wheels. What we liked, what could be better and who it suits.
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Squishmallows Gelli Gel Review: A Glitter Stress Ball That Always Bounces Back
A Squishmallows-shaped gel squishy filled with slow-flow glitter that returns to shape after every squeeze. Who it's for, what we liked and what could be better.
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