Friday, February 28, 2014

Neutrogena Make-up Remover Cleansing Towelettes Review

Neutrogena Make-up Remover Wipes Review


Makeup Remover Cleansing Towelettes Refill Pack effectively dissolve all traces of dirt, oil and makeup even waterproof mascara—for clean, fresh skin in one easy step. These gentle, ultra soft cloths contain superior cleansing technology so effective it removes even waterproof mascara. With one step, it leaves skin thoroughly clean with no heavy residue, so there's no need to rinse. And it's gentle enough to use around the sensitive eye area, even for contact lens wearers.Make your skin make-up free the easy way. 



My Impression: So as you can tell with the massive amounts of makeup that the Neutrogena wipes took of about how this review is going to go. I am blown away by how great these wipes are. They took off my make-up amazingly. True looking at these wipes it makes you say 'GROSS!', but I'm sure with looking even through-out the day if you use even one make-up wipe with a non make-up user you will still see a lot of dirt that comes off of your face. Mine is mainly foundation and that darn water-proof mascara! These wipes do not irritate or burn my eyes. They leave my skin feel fresh and clean without any residue. Also tip: One day I was staining our cabinets and anyone who's stained before who's used stain knows how hard it is to get it off your skin. I've heard of people using really harsh things trying to get that stuff of. Believe it or not these Neutrogena wipes take it right off! It was just a whim that I just tried it because they were beside me and I was taking off my make up at night and I'm messy and I had gotten the stain on my face so I was swiping the wipe across my face when the stain was coming right off and I was like 'What!?' I had tried all day with soap and water scrubbing away trying to get that off. So sure enough it came off my legs, arms, everything! So, next time remember to keep these in your home if you use stains frequently. I know not typical for a beauty post, but hey I'm a crafty woman as well. I highly recommend these wipes!

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FTC: I received this products and or products for free or was compensated in return for my honest opinion and review.

Friday, February 21, 2014

SHANY NATURAL FUSION EYESHADOW PALETTE REVIEW

SHANY COSMETICS REVIEW


Natural Fusion Eyeshadow Palette Review 



 88 eye shadow colors - Specialty Eyeshadow palette for professionals
• 29 matte shadows - Each pan 0.6" - long lasting formula - Anti crack and highly pigmented
• 59 ultra-shimmer shadows - Combination colors, great for color mixing
• 2 Korean sponge applicators, shiny black durable case with mirror
• Designed in USA and manufactured in a factory which makes High End Cosmetics

With Flash

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A look I used using the Shany Natural Fusion Eyeshadow Palette


The Natural Fusion Eyeshadow Palette is a staple in any makeup artist’s kit. A great blend of mattes and shimmers to warm tones and neutral shades, this palette is perfect for everyday use. Use SHANY eye shadow lighter hues to highlight under eyebrows. SHANY oranges, browns and purples can be mixed and matched on lid and darker hues in corners and crease of eyes. With 88 colors, you can't go wrong with this long lasting formula. SHANY shadows are highly pigmented and blend well.

I think this palette is a staple in any kit. The colors are pigmented. They blend well. If you love natural colors - even if you want an evening look or a wilder look it has some raspberry tones with some dark browns, grays, and a black. It has many varieties and looks you can put together with this palette. With 88 colors like it says you can't go wrong. It's only $18.00 - Now that's a bargain. Shany also has a system to where when you purchase from them you can earn rewards points and the points adds up to $! Learn more here. Shany has tons of other Palettes along with other items to choose from. They are a great brand. I'm really impressed having never heard of the brand and having tried just now. I can't wait to try more items from the brand in the future. I'm wanting to get the Seven Layer Make-Up Kit. I probably will later on, but right now I will have to go through my make-up and clear out some to make room for more!

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FTC: I received this products and or products for free or was compensated in return for my honest opinion and review.

SteelSeries Flux In Ear Gaming Headset Review

SteelSeries Flux In-Ear Gaming Headset Review



Designed for gaming and entertainment on all mobile devices, the SteelSeries Flux In-Ear Headset delivers an amazing audio experience assisted by its comfortable, sealed-fit. The optimized in-ear fit is achieved by the headsets compact, but powerful, 6mm dynamic drivers.




SPECIFICATIONS/INFORMATION

6MM DYNAMIC DRIVERS
Powerful drivers allow you to experience a new dimension to your sound.


PASSIVE NOISE-CANCELLATION
Passive noise cancellation thanks to a more secure, sealed in-ear fit.


COMFORTABLE, SEALED FIT
Comfortable, sealed in-ear fit via optimized, compact design.


FLAT ANTI-TANGLE CABLE
Flat cable means no tangly mess right out of your pocket or carrying case.


MOBILE, MAC®, AND PC
Functions as headphones for all platforms. Microphone not supported on PC.


IN-LINE MIC + CONTROL
Microphone + button to answer/end calls and control media for mobile devices + Mac®.


EAR TIPS IN 3 SIZES
Silicone ear tips are included in 3 different sizes: S, M, and L.


CARRYING CASE
A carrying case is included to protect your headset and carry your accessories.



My Impression: I've had these headphones for a couple months now and I am amazed by the quality of SteelSeries Flux In Ear Gaming Headset. I've used these with my DS and the sound was clear/crisp - and they are truly noise cancellation. When they are inside your ears you can't hear any outside noise - my husband is always walking in joking around with me because he says he can carrying on a half conversation with me because he says that he thinks I'm listening, but I can't hear him until I turn to see he's there and I jump because he's frightened me. The cord is a flattened cord which makes the long end of the cord a lot less likely to tangle, but the top of the cord where the buds are connected tangle just as much as any other headphones do. I like that they come with three different size tips so that I can find the right size for my ears because some headphones after a while can hurt your ears - these do not. I like that they have a little carrying case which I never use because the headphones are always in use, but it's nice to have for traveling. I have to say if you are looking for some nice in-ear ear buds I would suggest SteelSeries!

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FTC: I received this products and or products for free or was compensated in return for my honest opinion and review.

Tuesday, February 18, 2014

CHILLOW REVIEW

CHILLOW REVIEW



The Chillow is a portable pillow insert that provides instant personal cooling relief, perfect for keeping cool while sleeping during those hot summer nights.


·         While regular pillows trap heat, Chillow absorbs the heat that radiates from the body and releases it into the air.


·         Chillow is activated by adding water to its inner chamber (a cup of water may need to be added monthly depending on climate). It can be customized to four different cooling comfort levels to satisfy personal needs. Once its temperature is set, it stays at that level and provides cooling relief for hours.




My Impression: I've been using the Chillow for a about a month and a half and I have to say for say for someone who suffers from frequent night sweats - YES, even in the Winter.. I was desperately seeking help for this problem - putting ice packs on and off my neck for brief relief. The Chillow funny enough is an similar concept. The Chillow is a cooling pad that continually circulates water to absorb and release body heat. It has a little seal as you can see in the picture above so you can see that you do not get wet because you do have to put a little bit of water into the pillow to create the CHILLOW! It was a little odd laying on this at first because I wasn't used to the cold against my neck and face. It felt so good, but it was also keeping me awake for a while, but then I got used to it and drifted right off. I put my Chillow under my pillow sheet because I don't like the feeling of the plastic or the texture of velvet so if I had to change anything it would be the texture of the product, but I guess it has to be that texture in order to have any effect at all so if that's the case than I wouldn't change anything. 

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FTC: I received this products and or products for free or was compensated in return for my honest opinion and review.

Monday, February 17, 2014

AIR CURLER REVIEW

AIR CURLER REVIEW




For women looking to achieve a chic look in half the time, Air Curler is a revolutionary new styling tool that creates luscious curls in seconds.

·         Ideal for most hair lengths and textures, Air Curler is a blow dryer and curling iron in one that replaces the need for multiple styling tools. 

·         Simply connect it to any standard hair dryer, place damp hair in Air Curler’s chamber and move it up and down and style-dry your hair!  In just seconds, the spinning vortex creates voluminous and beautiful curls.





My Impression: I got the AIR CURLER in for review and I have very short thin hair and my mom has very thick full hair so I decided to use her for the tester. So first I flat ironed her hair because she has insanely curler hair and it took me and 1 hour to flat iron her hair. The Air Curler is pretty easy to put together I followed the instructions fairly easy and attached it to my dryer. I began spinning my Mommy's hair into a vortex and at first 'nata' 'nothing'! Then, I decided I should let it turn the pink nozzle to the side a bit and hold it a bit longer of a time and it worked A LOT better. I did have to co in and put some serum on the ends because with holding the dryer on the hair for that long of a time I think it does damage the hair so I wouldn't recommend it all of the time. I think curling your hair is more practical, but if this is a look you just have to have then go for it! Whatever floats your boat! I also for a trick to a bit of hair spray and sprayed the ends and curled them around a pen I had and then blow dried around the pen to try and curl them a bit more because the Air Curler doesn't really curl the ends well. It was still a pretty look though. 

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FTC: I received this products and or products for free or was compensated in return for my honest opinion and review.

Wednesday, February 12, 2014

Bodum Chambord French Press Review & Giveaway

Bodum Chambord French Press Review



The reason the French press coffee maker has become  one of the most popular coffee makers in the world is pure and simple.....taste. The materials are completely taste-free so nothing comes between your ground coffee beans. This is exactly the reason why coffee tasters use this method to determine the quality of coffee beans. The 3-part stainless steel plunger has a fine mesh filter, which allows for a premium extraction of your coffee’s aromatic oils and subtle flavors. A mesh filter allows this flavor to be delivered direct to your cup and not absorbed by a paper filter. Plus, no paper filter means no excess paper waste.


My Impression: I received this beautiful bodum chambord french press coffee maker and I have to tell you I had to read the instructions quite a few times to understand it, but once I studied the french press - I understood and then it was off to making my first batch of FRESH coffee! Now, I'm not a regular coffee drinker, but my Mom is so I did this whilst I was with her. She was amazed by this coffee maker because she had seen them before, but never up close to marvel at how they actually work and how beautiful the design is of the device. We then put in our Folders coffee you know because the best part of waking up is Folders in your cup and of course a bodum coffee maker! We used two scoops.. Now I know that Folders isn't probably the best to use because it's a more finely milled coffee and a french press calls for a more coarse coffee, but that's all we had at the moment so we went with it. So, we then boiled our water and poured it on top of the coffee - mind you: Do all of this with the pieces out of the jar to where it's just the jar you are putting your ingredients in. You don't want to put the pressing tool in yet. Once the water was poured in you then want to stir the coffee a bit.It's important that the filter doesn't touch any of the coffee if possible. Let the coffee steep for about 4 minutes. After about 4 minutes I began to press holding on to the lid and pushing down on the nozzle to start the process of getting excellent coffee. Now you can also froth your milk for your coffee by doing the same process by pouring warm milk into the jar - placing the lid with press on top of the jar let sit for a bit and then press for some frothy goodness. The picture below is of our resulted coffee. I have to say not being a coffee drinker I could distinguish the taste between using this different method. The coffee is more rich and flavorful. It feels as though it is thicker in taste because of the pressing motion as though it's frothy as well. I'm really impressed with this coffee maker and plan to make some more decaf lattes soon. 




Bodum was nice enough to let me do a giveaway for you all so one winner will win a Bodum French Press of their own! Yay! 

GIVEAWAY




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FTC: This product was sent to me for my honest opinion and review. 

Zim's Naturally Based Products

Zim's Naturally Based Products


"The Zim's® brand is dedicated to bringing you innovative naturally-based products that live up to their brand promise in every way. Our goal is to improve the lives of consumers with our brands that include over 25 products that are packed with the best of nature and range from skin care to pain relief gels."- Zim's 


I received Zim's Arnica Max and Zim's Advanced Gel Acemannan

Zim's Arnica Max is specially designed for: 

Zim's Arnica Max is specially formulated with Arnica for the temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with simple backaches, arthritis, strains, bruises and sprains.

Zim's Advanced Gel Acemannan is specifically designed for: 

Zim's Advanced Gel Acemannan and Arnica is used as a protectant for minor cuts, scrapes, abrasions and burns. This product contains Acemannan, nature's purest form of Aloe Vera.

I'm more prone to using the Zim's Arnica Max. I have Fibromyalgia and Arthritis. Trust me for those who have it you know that it is no picnic. I've also found it very hard to find products that will actually work. I've tried a slew of products. I've found that Arnica actually helps with my Fibro quite a bit, but nothing completely takes the pain away. I do enjoy this product though and am looking forward to trying more of the Zim's line possibly their Max Heat line as I feel that would do a little better of a job. Fibromyalgia comes with a lot of overactive nerves and I feel as though the arnica helps with numbing down the type of twinging pain I get in my wrists, shoulders, and neck which allows me to sleep peacefully. 

My husband however he likes the Zim's Advanced Gel Acemannan and Arnica. He is a mechanic and is always either getting cuts, scrapes, abrasions, and burns! Basically everything this gel is intended for he's used it for each one. He really likes that it's cooling and that it also helps with pain. He welds a lot and has some welding burns and he said that he felt as though the sting of the burn would go away quite quickly when using this product. Although, it does sting on first application it does take away the initial intense stinging you get with a burn. He's also used this in conjunction with Zim's Crack Creme with Hydrocortisone and found that it helped with the inflammation and itching. 

We've both been very impressed by Zim's products and look forward to trying out more items to come in the near future. 

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FTC: I was sent these products to review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Glow Bug Diaper Review & Giveaway!

GLOWBUG DIAPER REVIEW & GIVEAWAY


Why Glow Bug Diapers?




  • Price - Glow Bugs are almost half the price of other brands. Buy now all the diapers you will ever need and NEVER buy diapers again!
  • Fashionable Prints - Get 12 diapers in stylish boy prints when you buy our Glow Bug Boy Package or 12 diapers in stylish girl prints when you buy our Glow Bug Girl Package.
  • One Size - ​Fit Babies from Newborn to Potty Training so You NEVER have to Buy Diapers Again!
  • Design -  Not all cloth diapers were made equal. Glow Bug diapers are the ultimate diapers when it comes to the design features!

See below what sets our design apart:


Double rows of snaps with square tabs for a trim fit through the hip
- Two sets of cross-over snaps through the waist band for a perfect fit around newborn tummies

Four size settings fitting babies from birth through potty training (7lbs-35lbs)


- The Revolutionary 360° Gusset - 360 degrees of protection!
- NEW SlimDry™ fabric keeps baby’s skin dry without the bulk
- ​Improved waterproof flaps in the front and the back to prevent leaks

My Impression: For years all I've heard is my Grandmother talk about how they used cloth diapers back in the day and how today we all waste money on throw away diapers. The price of regular diapers it's true has raised in price and though Glow Bug Diapers are $12.50 a piece they are reusable and versatile in the fact that they have 4 size settings meaning you won't have to go through the issues of having to go to the store and pick up the next size up in non reusable diapers. You can just adjust the size of the Glow Bug Diaper and you have the perfect size. I've given my Glow Bug Diaper to a friend who has a baby that has very highly sensitive skin and he has had no issues with this diaper. He loves it because of it's cute design so he's not running around like he typically does trying to tear the diaper off which is also a plus. My friend says she hasn't found that the diaper leaks or sags a lot which was surprising to hear. I'm really impressed with this company and their products. When my husband and I do decide to have children - Cloth will be the way we go! Thanks Glow Bug! 

Now not only is Glow Bug top notch for sending me out a diaper to test out, but they've also decided to let me throw a giveaway where one of you lucky readers will receive (1) Glow Bug Diaper - Boy or Girl design. 

GIVEAWAY




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For those of you who are new to cloth diapers: Here is a brief demo and video on how they work brought to you by: Glow Bug Cloth Diapers




Here is a modern cloth diaper:  It has several important parts.



In most cloth diapers, the outside material is waterproof because it is laminated with polyurethane.  The polyurethane lamination makes cloth diapers breathable as well as waterproof unlike polypropylene and polyethylene used in the waterproofing of disposable diapers that does not allow the baby’s skin to breathe.





The lining is made generally from permeable polyester or natural fibers such as bamboo viscose to keep the baby’s skin dry by wicking moisture away.









In between these two layers, there is always an absorbent material such as microfiber, bamboo viscose or hemp that absorbs liquids.  This layer can be removable or fixed depending on the style of the diaper.










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FTC: This product was sent to me for review purposes only. All opinions and thoughts are my own.