I’ve never been one to hide the fact that I love watching television. Or, as I like to call it – my window to the world. Somehow I still manage to remain productive and active, so what’s the harm?
Generally I try to click through television “fluff” like infomercials, but some of them are just so irresistible. I mean, let’s be honest here – I know I’m not the only one who has seriously considered buying a Silver Sonic XL.
Luckily for you, I have bought my fair share of As Seen On TV products (most of which I didn’t actually order via TV, but that’s besides the point). Here are some that are worth investing in, and others that…aren’t.
I was pleasantly surprised with how well the Ped Egg actually works. It might not compare to the overall experience of getting a pedicure at the nail salon, but when it comes to shaving dead skin off the bottom of your feet, it does get the job done. Grade: A.
The good news is that Smooth Away works, and it works well. It left my legs feeling super soft (although, what else would you expect from sand-papering your skin?). The bad news, though, is that it takes about 10 minutes and a decent amount of elbow grease to get results. I can’t say I’ll never use Smooth Away again, but it won’t be replacing a razor any time soon. Grade: B –
I won’t sugarcoat it – I hate Wonder Hangers. I thought they’d help organize my closet, but instead they made it even more difficult to shuffle through my mess of a wardrobe. They didn’t save an ounce of space, either. Grade: D
Other infomercial purchases I’ve succumb to?
And last but not least…
…and yes, I do still listen to that CD from time to time. NBD.
- What about you? Any interesting infomercial buys?
- What do you think is the funniest infomercial?
How is that xpress 101? I see that one all the time and I ALWAYS want to buy it!
It’s actually pretty great!! My dad and I ordered it years ago after watching the infomercial for like an hour hahaha. I don’t use it *too* often, but it does work as well as they make it seem on TV
OMGoodness! The Pulse music made me laugh as it reminded me of growing up-my mom loved B96 in Chicago. Ahhh, them memories 😉
I have the ped egg too! Ha ha. My dad is a huge infomercial shopper.
Ummm some of those songs are classics. 😉 They so remind me of my childhood. HA! I don’t judge you, certain things I’ve wanted to try too just never had the guts to buy them. Thanks for sharing.
I am totally with you- I bought the Ped Egg too and I bought the Magic Bullet when it first came out. I’ve always wanted the xpress 101- worth it? Haha! I have an infommercial addiction.
Xpress 101 is pretty cool! I don’t use it a whole lot, but it does work the way it is portrayed on tv
I have the ped egg! It grosses me out.
I worked in Bed Bath and Beyond and we sold a lot of that stuff. I’ve bought way too many things to admit. Most don’t work but it’s funny to try them.
I have always been curious about the Xpress 101. Its good to here it actually works!
amanda (life in bloom) says
Haha! I feel like such a nerd when I get sucked in to infomercials!! My favorite is the shake weight because it looks so so wrong!!! I get sucked in to watching the fitness ones the most, and I’ve bought P90X and pilates from those
Alina @ Duty Free Foodie says
I was totally thinking of getting the Wonder Hangers to help deal with the fact that I have too many hangers for my closet!
I guess I will just go the old-fashioned route and de-clutter instead.
ahahah i’ve always wanted smooth away but was skeptical if if worked… good to know it does!! my fav as seen on tv iteam of mine is my SNUGGIE!
BAHAHA! I totally bought the Snuggie (pink!) at CVS last winter from seeing it on TV. I also had the Magic Bullet (which sadly died) that I registered for as a wedding gift. That thing was bombastic! Gosh, I used it so many times a day…which I guess is why the motor ran out HAHA! I think I want to purchase another one, just because it’s fantastic for single serving shakes.
I also swear by BareMinerals and they have infomercials, though those aren’t cheesy at all!
You are too funny!
I can’t think of anything I’ve got off tv…oh wait, I can..the Windsor Pilates DVDs and they’ve done me well =)
Yes! A pink snuggie! I have huggable hangers, I bought them at bb&beyond and tj maxx, but I think they are sold on tv too.. they are AMAZING. They barely take up any space and clothes don’t slip off of them
My parents bought that GT Express thing and I told them it was a waste of money. It’s just sitting in the cabinet - I think they used it once LOL
Krystina (Basil & Wine) says
I always wanted that XPress and a magic bullet. I’ve never ordered anything though.
I once bought the Winsor Pilates DVDs from an infomercial. I think I was still in high school. I sill have them! Hhaha.
I have those stupid hangers too. Stuff falls off, gets wrinkled and just packs more crap than I really have any right to own. I am a sucker for infomercials and QVC, too! My Friday nights used to consist of watching them, reading trashy magazines and painting my nails. I am so cool.
I have a PedEgg too. And several of the Now!! CD’s, from back in the day when you had to order them off of TV…
Lily @ Lily's Health Pad says
I was not happy with the ped egg. I give it a D. Maybe my runners feet are just hard to fix?? I also succumbed to the Ninja. I give it a B-.
I fell into the wonder hanger trap. They do suck!
Hahaha you are hilarious! I don’t think I’ve ever ordered something off tv before… but I’ve definitely wanted to buy the magic bullet after seeing it on an infomercial! And that ped egg sounds pretty awesome too. 😀
Haha I’ve always wandered about smooth away. I’m glad that I didn’t ever purchase it. I do have the GT Express, but I can’t say that I’ve ever used it. Im ashamed
I try not to watch infomercials but every once in a while I find one that I just have to try.
Thanks for the comment! I agree with you 100%!
I love- and I mean LOVE, infomercials. It’s actually a problem. I’ve gotten it under “control” but it was pretty bad. I’d literally run to the gym so I could hog 2 TVs, and watch 2 infomercials simultaneously. I love the Montel Health Emulsifier! Magic Bullet, magic bullet platinum pro, Magic Bullet Express food processor/juicer, Windsor Pilates and I LOVE watching the GT express! Any cooking gadget infomercial is so much fun. I can say for certain the the Sports TSN football watching men DID NOT like me on Sunday’s. I don’t think they fully appreciated the fun of infomercial watching! lol