Tuesday, May 26, 2015

OZ Naturals SPF 30 Mineral Sunscreen

About:

Protect your skin with this 100 % natural formula. Fortified with carrot and green tea for antioxidant protection, and blended with other skin-loving botanicals and vitamins.

Thisnon-irritating/hypoallergenic sunscreen is perfect for every skin type and gentle enough for children.

This luxurious, photo-stable formula offers excellent protection from the harmful elements of the sun, while simultaneously moisturizing and nourishing the skin. Natural sunscreens Zinc Oxide and Titanium Dioxide give stable protection against both UVA and UVB rays, and helps protect the skin from sun burn and sun damage.

Review:



I really like that this is a natural sunscreen. It does go on very nicely, however it does take a while for the whiteness of it to soak into your skin entirely. It does take some time of rubbing it in to get it to completely soak in and for the whiteness to go away. Once you have it all soaked in, it works great at keeping the sun from burning you to a crisp!

This product isn’t oily or greasy which is a huge bonus! I absolutely can’t stand sunscreens that are greasy or oily. For the most part this sunscreen is fragrance free, but you can tell that there is a very slight scent, however it is not bothersome.

The only thing about this sunscreen that is a bit of a pain is that you need to reapply every 90 minutes or so, which can be inconvenient or impossible at times. But other than that, this product does work very well and it is a natural product, which is important to me and my family!

Disclosure:  I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”



Thursday, May 21, 2015

Moose Bay Rum Shaving Soap

About:

Bay Rum & Spice Shave soap is a classic clean combination of bay leaf and cinnamon spice with a hint of citrusy lime. A cult classic from the days of Old Spice. Rich lather, bentonite clay and nourishing wheat germ oil help the razor glide effortlessly across your skin.

Ingredients: Saponified oils of Olive, Coconut, Castor, Shea Butter, Bentonite Clay, Glycerine, Wheat Germ Oil, Fragrance Oil, Essential Oils, Tocopherol T-50 (Vitamin E), Rosemary Oleoresin (a natural antioxidant).

Review:
I received this Moose Bay Rum Shaving Soap to try out and I was very excited! I typically use whatever body wash or shampoo/conditioner I have laying around to shave with. I never get a good shave this way, but I’m sometimes too cheap to buy shaving cream. I just can’t get myself to do it.
In any event, this product seems to be more for men, so after I tested it, I gave it to my husband to try as he has a more sensitive skin on his face and typically gets irritation from the shaving creams he uses. I figured maybe a more natural approach would work for him.

When I tested it, I found it to have a nice scent to it, though manly, and it did wonders for my shaving! I just couldn’t believe how nice of a shave I got with this shave soap. It allowed my razor to just glide across my skin, and I didn’t have any irritation at all during my shaving. I sometimes get annoying irritation and this was a nice change from that. My skin was also very soft afterwards. I was pretty impressed.

When my husband used the shave soap, he was pretty impressed as well. He liked the scent and liked how it felt on his skin. He also liked that the razor felt better going across his skin as well. He didn’t have any red bumps or irritation after he was finished, and typically he does. His skin was also baby soft.

Overall, we were both very impressed with this shaving soap and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a more natural way to shave or to anyone who likes a more natural product! This Moose Bay Rum Shaving Soap is our new favorite and you can get it on Amazon.com.

Disclosure:  I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”
Wednesday, May 20, 2015

Acrylic Paint Set - Paint Tubes for Artists

About:

PREMIUM QUALITY: Texture, Finish and Colors - Artist Tested and Approved! Strong Tints, Classic Buttery Texture


FUN: Perfect for ALL Your Creative Artistic Needs - You'll love Your Set!

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THE BEST: Artists' Genuine Pigments, Packed to Ensure Freshness and Quality

RISK FREE OFFER: 12 Vibrant Colors, .4 U.S.FL.OZ - Satisfaction Guaranteed or Your Money Back!

Review:

This package of paints has 12 colors that include: titanium white, lemon yellow, medium yellow, yellow ocher, burnt sienna, scarlet red, crimson, midnight blue, blue lake, light green, forest green and mars black.

I really liked the assortment of colors that was included. The paint itself had a nice buttery texture and was very creamy. It also went on very smoothly when painting. The thickness of the paint was about perfect.

I had no problems blending the colors, and they looked very bright and vibrant as well. I really enjoyed painting and crafting with these paints. I would recommend them to anyone who crafts or is a beginning painter!

You can find this Color Gallery Acrylic Paint set on Amazon.com

Disclosure:  I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”

Yorkshire-Mayfair 700 TC Luxury Pillow Cases

About:

Set of Two
100% Cotton
Standard Size
Sateen Finish
Ultra Soft

Review:

I absolutely love luxury and quality bedding, especially pillow cases. I love the feel of a quality sheet against my face. It feels so nice! These 700 Thread Count pillow cases by Yorkshire-Mayfair are definitely quality pillowcases! They feel and look luxurious, and they are soft, well made and very comfortable.

I like that the stitching is high quality, and the fabric itself is quality fabric and sturdy. The pillowcases I got were white, and they were beautifully bright, clean, and went well with my existing sheets.

I’ve washed them since I’ve gotten them and they are still as beautiful, bright, and soft as they were when I first got them. They are holding up fantastically. They fit my pillows fantastically and don’t slip or slide off of them at all. They also stay wrinkle free and don’t feel hot on my face at night.

I can say that I would recommend these pillowcases as they are very well made and a quality product!

You can find these pillowcases on Amazon.com


Disclosure:  I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”
Monday, May 18, 2015

3.4A Apple Certified Rapid Lightning Car Charger

About:

Charge additional device with built-in USB port
- Over-charge protection
- Apple Mfi Certified
- 1 Year Warranty

Review:

I have an iPad Air and we have an iPhone in our family. Both of our Apple devices get used hard and are always with us on the go. We always need to charge them and the ability to charge in the car is a must! This Rapid Lightning Car Charger was such a great product for me to test as it’s something we really got a lot of use out of!

The product itself came nicely packaged and not just thrown into a cheap bag. It fit perfectly and snugly into my car charging port and began charging immediately.

I really liked that this charger came with an extra port so that there’s always the option of charging another item as well. I like the ability to be able to charge other devices in at the same time. Sometimes we just need to plug more than one thing in at a time, even on the go.

I like that the charger came with a 1 year warranty and that it’s Apple certified. This is always important to me when I’m looking for chargers. I don’t want just any charger! This charger looks to be made very well and looks like it will last me for quite some time. Some chargers I’ve used in the past haven’t lasted more than a month or two at most. This one looks like it will last beyond that by far.

There is a blue LED light that indicates that the phone charger is charging and it also helps prevent from overcharging, which is helpful. You can get this charger in either black or what, and is compatible with any Apple products that use the lightning adapter.

Overall, this looks to be a quality product and I would recommend it to anyone that needs to charge on the go! It works great!

You can find this product on Amazon.com

Disclosure:  I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”



Saturday, May 16, 2015

Slim Extreme 3D Thermo Active Shaping Serum


About:     
           
Warming formula works in 3 steps
Helps reduce the appearance of cellulite
Thermo fat burner actively reduces fat deposits
MDL complex smoothes uneveness and improves skin’s elasticity
Caffeine and horsetail extract stimulates metabolism and supports collagen production
Contains moisturizing laminaria algae
Can help slim traditional problem areas like the waist, abdomen, and buttocks
Paraben free
Dermatologically tested
8.8 fl. oz. tube

Review:

Like most people, I have some issues with cellulite and some dimpling here and there on my thighs and butt. I seem to fluctuate in weight (mostly due to the medications I am on), and unfortunately I just can’t seem to get rid of this unsightly cellulite.
I had wanted to check out this 3D Thermo Active Shaping Serum to see if it could do anything to help smooth out my skin. I liked that the tube was a nice size and contained a fair amount of product. I was surprised to see a clear red gel, and loved that it felt nice and cool when I applied it to my skin in a circular motion. I also loved that it started to warm up after a few minutes. It was a nice sensation- the cool to warm.

The scent of the product was fairly sweet smelling, which wasn’t bad at all. I was expecting something not so pleasant. After a while, I started to notice the results. My skin definitely started to look smoother than it had before applying the gel serum. While the results were only temporary, I rather enjoyed seeing the results! I loved having nice smooth skin, even if just temporary.

I would definitely recommend this product to anyone who wants to have smooth looking skin, knowing it’s just temporary, for an event, or other reason. You can find this product on Amazon.com

Disclosure:  I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”

Saturday, May 9, 2015

Vita Sciences Maxasorb Vitamin D3 Cream Review


About:

Maxasorb D3 is scientifically formulated to topically delivery Vitamin D3. Similar technology as our patented B-12 Patch is used in this skin soothing lotion. Each measured dose of lotion from our airless dispenser delivers 1,000 IU of Vitamin D3 with a full press of the pump. Rubbing the easily absorbed, odorless lotion on your arms or legs makes daily use of Maxasorb D3 an ideal way to get all the Vitamin D you need. Natural ingredients assure this lotion is gentle to your skin.

EASY TO USE - Using the pump dispenser, press down once for a single dose of nourishing lotion; Each dose delivers 1,000 IU of vitamin D3 per measured dose.

GENTLE ON THE SKIN - Our scent-free hypoallergenic lotion is gentle on the skin, odorless, nonirritating

ALL NATURAL INGREDIENTS - Maxasorb D3 lotion uses only natural, safe ingrediants

MAXIMUM VITAMIN ABSORPTION - Maxasorb D3 is scientifically formulated to topically delivery Vitamin D3.

Review:

This is honestly the first time I’ve ever heard of a topical form of a vitamin. This was very confusing, yet interesting, to me! The Vita Sciences Maxasorb Vitamin D3 Cream product itself came in a small plastic bottle with a pump. The cream itself is pink in color and has a citrusy-minty smell to it. It’s not a bad or strong smell.


It is very easy to get the right dosage. You just press down fully once for one complete dosage. I like to rub it in my inner arms and it absorbs quickly and completely. It doesn’t leave any residue or greasy feeling what-so-ever. I have also had NO reaction to this cream either.

I feel like this form of D3 gets absorbed into my body quicker and I feel the effects sooner. I feel that long term use of this product would prove to be very beneficial. I’ve been using it a couple of weeks and feel that I have gained from it. Vitamin D3 is good for heart an arterial health, healthy blood pressure, bone health and more.

This would be a perfect product for those who have trouble swallowing, or for those who just don’t like taking pills/supplements orally. This product works wonderfully, and I wish there were a few other options in this form as I would jump right on them. (Such as riboflavin for headaches).

One tube of Vita Science Maxasorb Vitamin D3 Cream is enough to last one month, and you can find it on Amazon.com

Disclosure:  I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”


Vita Sciences Maxasorb Vitamin B12 Cream Review

About:

Vita Sciences Maxasorb Vitamin B12 Cream
Gentle, hypoallergenic topical vitamin B12.
Boost vitamin B12 while treating dry skin, wrinkles, itching and other signs of aging.
Maxasorb vitamin B12 topical cream is easy to use. No pills, no painful vitamin B12 shots, no sublinguals are needed.
Using the pump dispenser, press down once for a single dose of nourishing vitamin B12 lotion.
Each dose delivers 320 mcgs of vitamin B12, 120 mcgs of vitamin B3 (niacin), plus 10 mcgs of folate in one pump.

Review:

This is honestly the first time I’ve ever heard of a topical form of a vitamin. This was very confusing, yet interesting, to me! The Vita Sciences Maxasorb Vitamin B12 Cream product itself came in a small plastic bottle with a pump. The cream itself is pink in color and has a citrusy-minty smell to it. It’s not a bad or strong smell.

It is very easy to get the right dosage. You just press down fully once for one complete dosage. I like to rub it in my inner arms and it absorbs quickly and completely. It doesn’t leave any residue or greasy feeling what-so-ever. I have also had NO reaction to this cream either.

I feel like this form of B12 gets absorbed into my body quicker and I feel the effects sooner. I feel that long term use of this product would prove to be very beneficial. I’ve been using it a couple of weeks and feel that I have gained from it. I really have felt an increase in my energy level since using this product.

This would be a perfect product for those who have trouble swallowing, or for those who just don’t like taking pills/supplements orally. This product works wonderfully, and I wish there were a few other options in this form as I would jump right on them. (Such as riboflavin for headaches).

One tube of Vita Science Maxasorb Vitamin B12 Cream is enough to last one month, and you can find it on Amazon.com

Disclosure:  I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”



Sun Si'belle Broad Spectrum SPF30 Sunscreen,Tinted

About:

Light and non-greasy
Moisturizes and hydrates all day long
Defends skin with mineral SPF 30
Contains antioxidants and age defying ingredients, Hyaluronic acid & CoQ10
Tinted, leaves no white cast
Oxybenzone-free, Toxin-free, Gluten-free, NANO particles free, Paraben-free
EWG Safety Rating 2


Natural and Organic ingredients
Exposure to ultraviolet light, UVA or UVB, from sunlight accounts for 90% of the symptoms of premature skin aging including wrinkles.  It is important not to strip or dry skin but to gently exfoliate and remove impurities, excess oil and dead skin cells.  Skin must be hydrated and toned to bring back balance and radiance. That's where our new totally natural Sun*Si'Belle moisturizing sunscreen comes in. Non-greasy, non-whitening, light tinted formula provides chemical-free mineral UVA (aging) and UVB (burning) Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 30, which protects skin from harmful sun rays and prevents sun damage and pigmentation.  Fruit extracts of Pineapple and Papaya provide mild exfoliation to shed dead skin cells and keep your skin fresh with rosy glow.  Sea Kelp provides hydration to your skin all day long.  Ellagic acid, an antioxidant found in raspberries and cranberries, protects against ultraviolet damage by blocking production of matrix metalloproteinase enzymes that break down collagen.  Highly nutritive Tomato is a rich source of Antioxidants like Tocopherols (Vitamin E), Lycopene, Omega 3,6,9, Copper, Iron, Manganese and Zinc, are essential for treatment and prevention of cutaneous signs of aging, and for reducing UV damage to the skin.

Review:

Before trying this sunscreen, I had never heard of a tinted sunscreen. I couldn’t imagine that a tinted sunscreen could work for every skin tone, but I really think that this does/will.

When I first squeezed some out to try it, it had a tone to it that was a bit darker than my natural skin tone, which is fairly light, and just plain pale when it comes to my legs. I tried it on my arms and it blended in perfectly. I couldn’t tell I had sunscreen on. I then tried the true test, and tried it on my white legs and found it to also blend in perfectly. I was pretty impressed. It really looked natural and blended in amazingly. I couldn’t imagine that it would have blended in so well, but it did.

It seems to me that the idea behind the tint is to avoid the white mask you get from every other sunscreen that contains active ingredients titanium dioxide and zinc oxide. These ingredients do work to block sun rays, but they can cause a white glow in photos. This particular sunscree by Sun Si’belle Broad Spectrum SPF30 Sunscreen doesn’t seem to cause any of those white mask looks in photos that the other sunscreens do. I think the tint is excellent in that you can actually get a good photo while wearing sunscreen.

The sunscreen had a nice cooling sensation when applying it, and that was nice in these hot days we’ve been having lately. The sunscreen also had a slight medicinal type sent to it that I didn’t mind too much, but if I had a preference, I’d probably go without. I just wanted to mention it since some people are sensitive to scents.

This sunscreen wasn’t super thick and greasy, but it did have a nice consistence and wasn’t too greasy as compared to most sunscreens that I come across. It wasn’t quite as heavy feeling as most sunscreens I try are which I liked. I also liked that this sunscreen kept my skin feeling moisturized without feeling oily or greasy. This sunscreen does contain hyaluronic acid, vitamin e and other great moisturizing ingredients.
I can definitely recommend Sun Si’belle Broad Spectrum SPF30 Sunscreen as a broad spectrum sunscreen that isn’t too heavy or greasy and is actually nice and moisturizing.
You can find Sun Si’belle Broad Spectrum SPF30 Sunscreen on Amazon.com
Disclosure:  I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”


Tuesday, May 5, 2015

Lipogaine Big 3 Premium Hair Loss Prevention Shampoo

About:

Mild shampoo. Sulfate free, Paraben Free
Contains ketonconazole: It is the must have ingredient. Ketoconazole is the only clinical proven ingredient for hair loss shampoo

Contains biotin

Contains emu oil as a moisture to ease dry scalp caused by ketoconazole.

Directions:

Wet hair thoroughly, apply shampoo, generously lather, rinse thoroughly. Apply shampoo again, gently massage into hair and scalp for 1 minute. Leave shampoo in for 3-5 minutes before rinsing. For best results, use 2-3 times per week.

Review:

Lipogaine Big 3 Shampoo for hair loss prevention is one of the only shampoos on the market for hair loss that has natural and organic elements with clinically proven ingredients.
For most people with hair loss, it’s not caused by the shampoo being used. Natural and organic shampoos won’t worsen your hair loss, but they also won’t help with the cause of the hair loss. Hair loss will still occur with these shampoos.

Ketoconazole is the only clinically proven ingredient for hair loss shampoos, and regular shampoos with this ingredient also have harsh chemicals that counteract the benefit of it.
Lipogaine Big 3 Shampoo is formulated so that the ketoconazole in it works with the other ingredients that have a natural DHT blocker blend for a premium shampoo without any harsh chemicals.

Lipogaine Big 3 shampoo really is the most effective hair loss shampoo. I’ve tried several and none of which have come close to the effectiveness that this one does. This one is also gentle on my scalp and it also hasn’t irritated my skin at all.

It does have a scent to it that I am not too fond of, but it doesn’t linger too long after washing. I can deal with it as the product works, and that’s the most important thing to me. I have had less hair loss since using this product and for that I am very thankful!

You can find this Lipogaine Big 3 Premium Shampoo for Hair Loss on Amazon.com

Disclosure:  I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”