I bought ito wakame in a large size bag from an Asian store. It smells too much for me. Can anyone tell me if this brand/fueru different?
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Seaweed doesn't smell like fish - it smells like the sea. If you don't like that smell, Ummm... "ITO WAKAME" is different from the Wel-Pac - Fueru Wakame, as far as I know. Anyhow, the seeweed is washed in salt water, then laid out to dry in the sun. This is Wakame. Ito(Ito means thin thread) Wakeme goes beyond this process. When drying, charcoal ashes shall be sprinkled over it. The charcoal neutralizes an enzyme in the seaweed, and by doing so, helps to preserve the seaweed. Before using, wash under running water, and soak for half an hour. If the surface has some oily texture, wash with sea salt first. And the smell still bothers you, change the brand (and or the country of origin.(ex like Made in Korea, Made in Japan, Product of xxxx) To me, ito wakame means the product from Naruto&#65288;&#40180;&#38272;&#65289; (Japan). Do you see any information printed in the bag?
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I have been using Shalimar from Guerlain as long as I can remember and I am 67 years old. It smells and looks like Shalimar from Guerlain. I love it and so does my husband.
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If you like Lovely, then I feel certain that you will like Narciso Rodriquez for women (Pink bottle). It is quite pricey, nothing like the price range of SJP's Lovely, but it is beautiful, I love it and always get complemented on it when I wear it. Another one I like that doesn't really smell a lot like Lovely but some of the same notes are used and I believe that you will like it since you like Lovely is Coach Poppy. Good Luck!
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My review was concerning the smell of the fragrance and di not discern between sizes.
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I've purchased three ONA bags in recent months and haven't noticed any odors from any of them...maybe you can swap it out.
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this may be normal as I am unable to smell your packet for myself I can not be 100% sure. Its normal to have a perfume to this tea as the tea is batched & bagged well to seal in the normal tea scent. It can have a little more of a floral scent than the english breakfast due to the fact the english is a blend of tea from more than a single country. Also the larger leaf size will retain more scent & flavor. Suggest you make a couple of batches of fresh tea. Also put some aside in another container to see if smell moderates. If this does not please you suggest you contact Davidsons with the details on the package to see if any problem with this particular batch. this may be normal as I am unable to smell your packet for myself I can not be 100% sure. Its normal to have a perfume to this tea as the tea is batched & bagged well to seal in the normal tea scent. It can have a little more of a floral scent than the english breakfast due to the fact the english is a blend of tea from more than a single country. Also the larger leaf size will retain more scent & flavor. Suggest you make a couple of batches of fresh tea. Also put some aside in another container to see if smell moderates. If this does not please you suggest you contact Davidsons with the... » Read More this may be normal as I am unable to smell your packet for myself I can not be 100% sure. Its normal to have a perfume to this tea as the tea is batched & bagged well to seal in the normal tea scent. It can have a little more of a floral scent than the english breakfast due to the fact the english is a blend of tea from more than a single country. Also the larger leaf size will retain more scent & flavor. Suggest you make a couple of batches of fresh tea. Also put some aside in another container to see if smell moderates. If this does not please you suggest you contact Davidsons with the details on the package to see if any problem with this particular batch. « Show Less
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My last bag had a different odor - I can't say it was a "plastic type odor" but definitely different than prior bags. The last bag also appeared much rougher - almost as if it had wood product in it.
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My fear when I buy perfume at a department store is always, is this the real thing? I have learned that in many cases it is not; unfortunately you realize it after it's been opened. The one I bought in Bari, Italy, was, but now that I need to replace it I wonder where to get a good one. One of the expensive stores is probably the answer (Saks, Neiman, Nordstrom, etc...). The packaging shown online is the same as mine but that doesn't mean anything. Sorry I cannot give a more positive assurance.
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Hi Joan, I would buy sample if available here and go to a department store to test a bottle there and then compare the difference. This is my third cologne purchase online with amazon and its always way cheaper, however I will take my own advice next time.... I hope this helps. Also I live pretty close to a mall so it's pretty easy for me and I don't have to worry about money spent on gas...
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Hi - Amazon asked me to respond because I had a similar complaint about the Wind Song Dusting Powder. When I first opened a new one I ordered it seemed to have little fragrance compared to before. Then I wrote the review. But I did find later after the powder had been loosened up more, that it is much better. Yours is the cologne. I am 87 and live in a retirement community, and it did make me think of something. Quite a number have mentioned that their taste buds and ability to smell don't work as well as before. It could just be that, and you could perhaps find out from some friends if they can smell the fragrance. Hope you can at least know that others enjoy it. Hi - Amazon asked me to respond because I had a similar complaint about the Wind Song Dusting Powder. When I first opened a new one I ordered it seemed to have little fragrance compared to before. Then I wrote the review. But I did find later after the powder had been loosened up more, that it is much better. Yours is the cologne. I am 87 and live in a retirement community, and it did make me think of something. Quite a number have mentioned that their taste buds and ability to smell don't work as well as before. It could just be that, and you could perhaps find out from some friends if... » Read More Hi - Amazon asked me to respond because I had a similar complaint about the Wind Song Dusting Powder. When I first opened a new one I ordered it seemed to have little fragrance compared to before. Then I wrote the review. But I did find later after the powder had been loosened up more, that it is much better. Yours is the cologne. I am 87 and live in a retirement community, and it did make me think of something. Quite a number have mentioned that their taste buds and ability to smell don't work as well as before. It could just be that, and you could perhaps find out from some friends if they can smell the fragrance. Hope you can at least know that others enjoy it. « Show Less
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no one has ever complained to me that the obagi hydrate moisturizer is bad smelling. I have allergies so my olfactory sences are not the best so I have to rely on others, however, I have several friends who use the obagi products and I've never heard anything to indicate it's bad smelling. I personally find Obagi products the best of any. It may be fake but it works well with other obagi products....hope this helps.
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I have used the Obagi products for several years and had heard rumors of the obagi purchased online was not as good as the product sold in the beauty supply store. So I just thought I would check it out for myself. I have not had any problems with the Obagi products that I purchased online. I checked the ingredients on both products and it was the same. So I don't know why people are complaining.
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It is brown and can be lumpy. You are probably smelling the shikaki, but when I dilute it, I mostly smell citrus.
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the smell still there, but not as strong ... I put the Bounce sheets (the ones you would use when drying clothing in the dryer) in side of the portfolio and hope that the smell would go away sooner or later ... so far, I am not able to use this portfolio and I am out of $50+ dollars ... joy of shop on line.I have been shopping on Amazon for a long time and am always very happy with what I bought ... but lately, things seemed to be a bit off ... Is Amazon "outsourcing" its service ???
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The one I have is the scent I remember from long ago. Used to buy it when we had a shop in town. If you are not happy with it, you can always return.
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They are different scents.. both smell great but go to a department store first and see which you like better. very similar... light and summery. more sweet than oakey.
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gees, sorry! I guess you may have a problem BUT, there are several different variations. Maybe you could try one of those. I think the smell is delicious and I can acyually smell it on my towel for a while after showering :)