Tuesday, March 31, 2015

b.leve skincare line

B.leve



Product Description: b.luminous facial cleanser removes dirt and make-up while leaving skin fresh and moisturized. Natural grape extract technology helps revitalize sensitive skin cells damaged by UV-induced stresses. Luxuriously creamy and surfactant-free, this refreshing cleanser delivers unparalleled antioxidant benefit as it gently removes impurities. It is also Hypoallergenic. 

Price: SPR $6.99


Availability: Select fine grocers nation wide 


We b.leve: Confidence is the secret ingredient to real beauty.

Product Description: b.leve Body Lotions offer the moisture skin craves, without the greasy after-feel some body lotions leave behind. Each body lotion in the b-leve collection utilizes Goji Berry extracts to provide fortifying, anti-oxidant hydration , along with the brand's signature groundbreaking Oleofirm technology, Oleofirm is derived from tiny microspheres that release moisture both during application and as the day goes on.

b.leve bodylotions come in three distinct fragrance collections:

  • b.tranquil- a soothing, spa-like scent that creates a luxurious, refreshing lather for restoring skin's moisture and balance


  • b.refreshed - a fresh, invigorating scent that provides fortifying, antioxidants moisturization


  • b.passionate - a delicate, floral scent body wash creates rich, energizing later that provides long lasting moisturization. 


Price: $ 7.99 each

Available in fine grocers nationwide.


Product Description: b.youthful Face & Eye Serum infuses skin with moisture as it helps repair and protect against fine lines and wrinkles. Formulated wtih natural grape extract technology which serves to revitalize sensitive skin cells that have been damaged by UV-induced stress, this gentle-yet-effective serum delivers unparalleled antioxidant and anti-aging benefits. Leaves the skin firm, balances complexion and enhances skin tone. Also Hypoallergenic.

Price: SRP $19.99

Available in fine grocers nationwide

I'm going to go through each product and give my review. The first product I tried was the b.leve facial cleanser and I'm always excited to try out new cleansers because last year I bought a clarisonic. This product is much like a lotion when to be honest Id much rather have a lather. This has no lather at all, but it does do what it claims. It does moisturize and it does soften the skin. For me though Id prefer to have that lather. I probably wouldn't purchase this product, but those who love lotion type cleansers Id suggest you pick this one up because my skin did feel great after use.

b.youthful Face & Eye Serum: I really love this product! It smells so good and it leaves my skin feeling so soft. I've had extremely dry skin this past Winter and now that Spring is here my skin is not dry anymore. The Spring before last my skin was still dry no matter what I had bought or used. This product really feels like it sinks into the skin and I love that it's an eye serum as well. That word 'serum' .. yes this product is like a serum to me when applied to the face. It does take a little time to sink in, but once it does your face feels like heaven. 

b.leve Body Lotion in b.tranquil: I'm always on the look out for Body Lotions. If you only knew how much I've spent in the drugstores on body lotions. The first thing I noticed when using this lotion is that it does smell like you are at the spa. It just makes me feel relaxed. I don't know if it has something in it that just gives off that smell that takes your senses away, but it does. When it came to moisturizing my skin I was pleasantly surprised that it left my skin feeling soft just as the facial products I used.

The tweezers and eyelash curler were an added bonus! The tweezers let me say that they are just as good as Tweezerman's tweezers. They are sharp and got every little hair I needed to get. The eyelash curler was good. It curled my lashes and I do love the extra pads and the pads in general that come with the tweezers. They are almost spongy and don't make my lashes look like they've been crinkled like some lash curlers do. They give that perfect curl and I love the handle. The handle is very ergonomic for your hands so you don't get cramps. 

For more information about b.leve's products visit their social medias:



These store carry b.leve products:

Big Y, Hy-vee, Coborn's, Price Chopper, Starter Bros., C & S Wholesale Grocers, Giant Eagle, and Spartan Stores.

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FTC: I was sent these products in consideration for my honest opinion and review. 

Sunday, March 22, 2015

Mehron Cosmetics Review

Mehron Cosmetics



About Mehron:

When it comes to makeup the meets the standards and vast color needs of professional artists Mehron is the undisputed industry leader. Proudly made in the USA for over 80 years, Mehron represents and artisanal approach to creating quality cosmetics that are high-impact and versatile. Mehron's beauty products can be found in the makeup kits of artists working on fashion shows and shoots, theatrical productions, movies, special effects and most importantly, in real life on real women with a variety of color and coverage needs. Performer such as the Black Eyed Peas, Hilary Duff, and Pink are brand fans as as are prominent beauty professionals including Nick Barose, James Vincent, Danessa Myricks and hairstylist, Oribe, who calls Mehron's products "beautiful, colorful and easy to use." Mehron products have been used in some of the most dramatic and visual productions including Black Swan, Phantom of the Opera, Shrek the Musical, The Lion King, New York City Ballet and Cirque de Soliel.

Mehron is available for purchase at www.mehron.com


First up is the Mehron INtense Pro Pressed Pigments

Mehron's INtense PRO pressed Pigments are super long-lasting matte finish shadows that are edgy, bright, and sophisticated. Their pigment rich, high-performing shadows offer an essential range of intense hues and a velvety matte texture. Formulated without shimmer, these completely  matte shades have an incredible silky finish which allows for an amazing color payoff.

Available in 32 individal colors and also in the following INtense Pro 8 color Palettes:

Earth - includes the colors: Red Earth, Desert Sand, Earth Crust, Mountain Moss, Carbon, Graphite, Night Sky, and Morning Sky

Wind- includes the colors: Hurricane Blue, Island Breeze, Palm, Turbulent, Tornado, Solar Wind, Ocean Breeze, and Tropical Storm

Fire- includes the colors: Ignite, Purple Heat, Fire Island, Electric Green, Pure Lightening, Hot Pink, Inferno, and Yellow Spark

INtense PRO Pressed Pigments, $9.95 Individually
INtense PRO 8 Color Pressed Pigments Palettes, $52.95

INtense PRO 8 Color Palette in Wind

Swatches

Hurricane Blue, Island Breeze, Palm, Turbulent, Tornado, Solar Wind, Ocean Breeze, and Tropical Storm

Next up is Mehron's Cheek Creams and Cheek Powder

Achieve  fabulous glow with Cheek Creams from Mehron. This super creamy blush gives cheeks bold, long lasting color. Cheek Creams are concentrated making them easy to use for both highlighting and contouring as well. With smooth application, they can easily be worn alone or over any type of foundation. For application use just the fingers or a brush to lightly dot the apples of the cheeks. Let the product melt into the skin and blend outward in small strokes until there is no more outline. Cheek creams are buildable, so to get more color repeat these steps. They are available in 8 cheeky shades. 

Cheek Creams are $7.95

Prefer a powder formula instead of cream? Cheek Powder is a Mehron exclusive. This highly concentrated matte pigmentation formulation was researched and developed by Mehron to provide rich, vibrant color using very little product. Cheek Powder is currently available in 12 beautiful fashionable colors to accent all of today's cutting edge fashions. Cheek Powder is also available in eight color palettes. 

Cheek powder, $7.95
Cheek Powder 8 Color Palette, $39.95
*NEW* Cheek Cream 8 Color Palette, $39.95


Mehron's Lip Cream in Valentine, Cheek Powder in Mocha and Cheek Cream in Pink Coral 


My cousin wearing Mehron's Cheek Cream in Pink Coral. Mehron Pro pressed powder and Mehron Glosstone in Pink Crush. INtense PRO palette.


L.I.P Cream

Get that Scarlett Johansson and Marilyn Monroe pucker without leaving marks on your wine glass. Introducing L.I.P. Cream, a new lip line from Mehron that delivers luscious and lavish lips. The intensely rich colors of L.I.P. Cream are on the cutting edge of extreme fashion makeup. While most longer wearing lip colors often dry out lips, the exciting colors of L.I.P. Cream offer full long lasting coverage with a built in formula developed specially by Mehron. It is available in 16 individual shades or in two color palettes, Day & Night, to accent any skin tone. Make your lips kissable soft and creamy with Mehron L.I.P. Cream.

L.I.P. Cream, $7.95 for individual
L.I.P. Color Cream Palette, $39.95


Mehron Glosstone Pro

Mehron introduces Glosstone PRO, a new lip gloss that delivers ultra-shine and color. Glosstone PRO's moisturizing formula is non-tacky leaving the lips glossy not greasy. This long-wearing and never sticky lip gloss is enriched and anti-oxidants including Aloe Vera and Vitamin E. Glosstone PRO is available in three highly pigmented matte shades and two sparkly shades infused with tiny light reflectors to pump up the volume by creating the appearance of fuller lips. The sixth shade is clear to be used alone or over favorite Mehron L.I.P Cream to add shine and additional moisture. Packaged in a sleek and modern square vial with a soft lip applicator wand, this shine booster is sure to become your favorite go-to lip product!

Mehron Glosstone PRO, $11.95
Available Shades: Coral Reef, Red Kiss, Pink Crush, Crystal Clear, Bubble Gum Sparkle and Golden Spark

I received the shade Pink Crush pictured above and here is another swatch.


Mehron Celebre PRO-HD Additions Pressed Powder

Following the huge success of Mehron's Celebre PRO-HD foundation, the extreme beauty leader is proud to introduce Celebre PRO-HD Pressed Powder and Celebre PRO-HD Loose Mineral Finishing Powder. Both Powders enhance and finish perfectly over the cream foundation for a flawless complexion.

Celebre PRO-HD Pressed Powder is available in all 20 Celebre PRO-HD original shades. Oil-free and fragrance-free, this powder delivers a satin-smooth, buildable coverage that works great for all skin types. It contains powerful anti-oxidants including Vitamin E, Pomegranate and aloe vera which helps sooth the skin. It's superior actives provide moisture for the skin while keeping it matte at the same time.

Mehron's new Celebre PRO-HD Loose Mineral Finishing Powder also provides a luxurious matte finish and compliments Mehron's cream foundation. It is made of French delaminated talc that is transparent and does not whiten, keeping the skin's colors bright and true. Mehron's exclusive formulation provides just enough color without compromising the color of the foundations on the skin. Celebre PRO-HD loose mineral finishing powder keeps makeup in place but without the dryness or cakeyness that other powders tend to create. It's "Multi-Mineral Complex" promotes skin moisture and prevents the skin from dehydrating while providing flexibility and softness. The ultra-fine formula provides the finishing touch that perfects and sets makeup for a healthy, flawless coverage. Celebre PRO-HD loose mineral finishing powder is available in 3 shades: Translucent, Light/Medium and Medium/Dark.

Celebre PRO-HD Pressed Powder, $14.95
Celebre PRO-HD Loose Mineral Finishing Powder, $14.95

My Opinion: I've always wanted to try Mehron so when given the chance I jumped on it. I've tested each product and am in love with everything! I was surprised when there was not one thing I loved. The first thing I've noticed about Mehron is how pigmented it is. Everything with just a finger swipe was just like 'BOOM' instant color. I'll go down the list the first thing I tried was the INtense PRO palette and it kind of got broken a little bit in the mail, but I was still able to fix it. The only problem I would say is that if a shadow is creamy it's more likely to break and that goes the case with this palette. I do love it though. The colors are so funky and like nothing I own. Of course the color I put on my cousin in the picture above was the purple called Tornado. I placed it on her lids and it was so pretty with her eye color. Id love to have all the palettes so I can sit and play with the colors all day. Very good for doing tropical looks. The next were the Cheek Creams & Powders. I tried both on myself and my cousin and I'm not much for Cheek Creams, but these aren't oily like some I've tried they just go on and blend so easily which is another plus. I've never used a cheek cream that was easy to blend in until now. The Cheek Powder was so beautiful with my skin tone. I think the color Mocha which I used would be great for all skin tones. It's so deep in color. The L.I.P. Creams and Glosstones are my favorite I believe of the bunch. The L.I.P. cream is so just as it says creamy and stays on the lips through eating and drinking at least in my testing. I do suggest getting an anti feather lip liner though because I did experience a little bit of bleeding. The Glosstones .. I want them all. They are so creamy and moisturizing on the lips - the color is just as the other items in the Mehron line extremely pigmented. This gloss lasted long on my lips about 2 hours before having to re-apply and it's not sticky at ALL. Normally with long lasting lip glosses you have that sticky factor. That's not the case here. All in all id say Mehron is a big hit. If you are a makeup junkie like me, a makeup artist, or do costume/stage makeup id go with this brand. It's going to last you a long time because of the pigmentation. The price range is great! Mehron you rock!

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FTC: These items were sent to me in consideration for my honest opinion and review.

Thursday, March 19, 2015

Toppik Products Review

Toppik Review


About

Toppik is made of all natural, colored keratin protein. Toppik fibers blend undetectably with your existing hair, instantly making it full and thick. 

Why Keratin?


Toppik fibers are made of pure keratin, the same natural protein that makes up human hair. The static electric charge in Toppik causes the fibers to cling to your existing hair. What's more, these keratin fibers contain microscopc ridges, creating a velcro effect that helps to adhere Toppik fibers to your hair. 


For: Women and Men with fine or thinning hair.

  • Blends naturally with hair and conceals scalp
  • Durable and undetectable under all conditions. 
  • Resists wind, rain and perspiration. 
  • Available in 9 natural shades that match all hair colors.
  • Works with all hair types/ethnicities
  • Compatible with any hair care system
  • Stays securely in place but removes easily with shampoo
  • Available in 4 sizes - 30-day (12g), 75-day (27.5g), 150-day (55g) and travel (2.5gm).
How do you apply Toppik?

Style: Dry and style as usual.

Shake: Shake liberally over thinning areas. 

Spray: Or use Toppik Spray Applicator to apply Toppik fibers precisely into thinning areas. Also great to cover up roots and blend extensions. 

Pat: Gently pat hair to disperse fibers.

Perfect: Create a natural-looking hairline with the Toppik Hairline Optimizer.

Finish: Use Toppik FIberHold Spray to strengthen the bond between Toppik fibers and your hair. 

Additional Uses for Toppik Hair Building Fibers:

  • To hide thinning hair or patchy spots
  • To fill-in/volumize thin or fine hair
  • To touch up/cover up roots between hair coloring appointments
  • To hide the scalp or thin areas when hair is pulled up or back
  • To cover up pregnancy-related hair loss
  • To disguise extensions/where extensions are attached to the hair
  • To cover up damage/hair loss from using extensions
  • To fill in thinning hair from chemotherapy
Hair loss facts:

Hair grows half an inch a month - but women generally have their hair colored every 6-8 weeks. So that leaves up to an inch of roots uncolored - use Toppik fibers to cover up roots between appointment. 

Normally, you shed 40-100 hairs each day. That means in a month, you lose 30,000 hairs - almost a third of the 100,000 hairs on your head. Toppik fibers can help hide thinning areas. 

Where can you buy it at?

It's available at Sephora.com and also at Toppik.com


The colors they carry are: Black, Dark Brown, Medium Brown, Light Brown, Medium Blonde, Blonde, Auburn, Gray, and White. 


The price for 12g is about $24.95 at Sephora.com

My Opinion: I used Toppik before I lost my hair to Chemo and it really helped a lot with covering up the thinning on top. It was really a big difference for me and gave me a lot of confidence. For me the 12gm 30-day supply lasted me for a long time. The only thing with the fibers that bothered me was that they were a little itchy when I first started using it, but I blame that on not knowing on how to use it properly without getting it all over the skin because it is itchy on my skin. My father has kept his hair for the most part for years until recently he had the gastric sleeve just as I have and a side effect is hair loss from the surgery .. it's just your bodies way of going into a shock from the surgery until it balances itself out. So he's thinning pretty good in the back and he has a permanent bald spot from when he was born so I wanted to see if I could conceal it some and it did a pretty good job. All in all I think it's not a bad price for the level of my Dad's thinning or just a tad less, but anymore other than that I can't see that it would cover. I used the Hold Spray on him and it kept everything in place so who's ready for the before and after?

BEFORE


AFTER


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The Recipe for Healthy Hair 
Introducing Toppik Hair Nutrition 2-in-1 Capsules

It's widely known that a balanced, well rounded nutritional regimen can enhance the look and feel of one's hair. Give that diet a serious beauty boost with Toppik's new Hair nutrition 2-in-1 Capsules. Designed to work i cojunction with a healthy diet and lifestyle, these daily supplements help support fine,thin or thinning hair beautiful results. 

Enriched with a proprietary Vitarenew complex, ToppikHair Nutrition 2-in-1 Capsules blend essential antioxidants, vitamins and exotic extracts for optimal hair health. Each dual action gluten-free supplement features melange of beauty-beneficial ingredients including:

Vitamins & Minerals:
- Keratin Protein, necessary to strengthen healthy hair from within.
- Biotin, to increase essential nutrients to hair.
- Vitamin E, to enhance blood circulation to the scalp.

Powerful Nutraceuticals:

- Red Palm Oil, rich in antioxidants, amino acids, beta carotene, and riboflavin to nourish healthy hair. 
- Camu-Camu, acts as an antioxidant which promotes healthier hair.

The result? Healthy, well-nourished, thicker-looking hair. 

Toppik Hair Nutrition 2-in-1 Capsules retail for $19.95 (30 day supply) at Toppik.com or Sally's Beauty Supply

My Opinion: These I weren't able to try so my Mom did for me. She was having issues with thinning hair and we aren't really sure why she was losing so much hair other than maybe stress. So she tried them for 30 days. She noticed that her hair had slowed down significantly in falling out because I think she was receiving the vitamins and minerals she needed in her body. Her hair didn't really grow any thicker, but like I said she's only tried it for 30 days. With any regimen sometimes it takes longer to see a greater result, but the fact that the shedding of her hair had cut back was great in my opinion. 


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 FTC: These products were sent to me in consideration for my opinion and review.

Wednesday, March 18, 2015

Giveaway for the NEW Samsung Smart TV!

Samsung Smart TV



The new, faster Smart Hub is the easiest way to access and discover live TV, video on demand, movies, streaming content, apps, games, social media and more. Just simply access the new Favorites panel to seamlessly navigate the content you love. 

Samsung's new Multi-link technology delivers a multi-screen viewing experience. Now you can interact simultaneously with up to four screens of content relevant to what you're watching. All at the same time on your smart tv. 

One lucky winner will receive the 40''

UHD HU6950 Series Smart TV - 40” Class (40.0” Diag.)
UN40HU6950FXZA
SIZE"40"
4K UHD TV with UHD Dimming Technology
Experience Excellent Motion Performance with Clear Motion Rate 240
Lightning-Fast Quad Core Processor
Seamlessly Navigate your Content with the Smart Hub

Reminder before entering: This is a company giveaway. I am not responsible for sending out prizes unless I've stated I will. Having that said the company has generously arranged this giveaway in return you will have to do a few things in the rafflecopter giveaway. Make sure you follow the mandatory entries!

Giveaway


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FTC: This product will be sent to the winner after the giveaway ends. US Only 

NARS Tahiti Bronzer Laguna Review NEW collection coming April 1st 2015!

Nars Tahiti Bronzer Laguna


The newest in 'The Last Resort' Collection coming April 1st online and at Sephora. 


The line has three items:

  • The Return of "Body Glow" I'm not sure if this will be a permanent part of the line so if not id jump on it.
  • Body Glow II Monoi Oil
  • Tahiti Bronzer
I got the Tahiti Bronzer with the Bronzing Powder in the famous 'Laguna' Net Wt. 10g

Also coming with the mini size Ita Kabuki Brush 'Pincheau Ita' is the name of the smaller brush



'Swatched Lightly'


My Opinion: So having given the chance to try out the newest part of the collection the Tahiti Bronzing Kit I have to say I'm in love! I ran out of my Laguna bronzer a long time ago and I had forgotten how much I missed it. This bronzer is so creamy in this palette for some reason. In the picture I did a light swatch due to the fact that I am extremely pale I wanted the lighter skinned gals/guys to know that Laguna will work for either lighter or tanned skinned folks. You can build it up to be pretty dark if you want to. The topping on the cake was the smaller 'Ita Brush' I mean I've heard so much about the original Ita that I was about to purchase the full size so when I seen a smaller size in this palette I was intrigued to try it out and I was blown away - I mean blown away! It chisels out the cheek bones like no other. You can easily make a clean line and blend it flawlessly. It really does do wonders. I contoured my four head, nose, cheeks, and under my cheeks so easily and quick. Normally I spend quite a bit because my brushes just won't give me that smooth line. They won't blend away the lines either like this brush. I tell you when you are in a hurry you want that quick readiness to get out the door. I recommend this palette all the way if you don't already have Laguna, but I do suggest the 'Ita brush' the original or just this palette .. I swear I don't know the Laguna just seems like it's infused with something that's made it transform into a creamier texture. Also, I have to say even though in the swatch it may look like it's maybe got sort of a shimmer it does not translate that at ALL to the skin. We all know we don't want shimmer when contouring. If you had doubts about this upcoming collection I recommend trying out the products!

To find NARS products go to their Social Medias:




Or when the collection becomes available on April 1st check either their website above or Sephora. 

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FTC: I was sent this product in consideration for my honest opinion and review. 

Dial Miracle Oil Body Wash + Giveaway!

Dial Miracle Oil Body Wash + Giveaway!


New Dial Miracle Oil Body Wash is infused with caring Marula oil for beautifully, soft skin. This new body wash is formulated with Micro Oil Technology for a luxurious, clean-rinsing lather that leaves skin feeling clean, soft and smooth. 



My Opinion: I've always been a 'Dial' girl because our Dr. has always recommended Dial's anti bacterial soap for washing with so we've always bought Dial for years.. Very good skincare products! This time around I got to try their new body wash with Miracle Oil. So this miracle oil is called Marula oil claiming to deeply hydrate and nourish skin while protecting it from skin-damaging free radicals. Now, I know I loved the last Dial body wash I tried. Guess what? I loved this one as well. It's very moisturizing and smells so so good. It does have like a lot of the beauty oils out there's type of smell.. it has a slight floral, musky smell. It slipped of the skin so easily without leaving my skin feeling like an oil bed like some products I've used in the past. I really think a lot of you will like it just so glad that you'll have the chance to WIN IT! :) Wink, wink.
Please check out Dial's Social Media:
 Following Dial on facebook & twitter are requirements for my giveaway as well as following my social medias so check out the giveaway below.

Website: http://www.dialsoap.com/ 

 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Dial 

 Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/@Dial

You have 48 hrs to get back with me or I will pick another winner.

There will be 3 winners!

a Rafflecopter giveaway

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FTC: This product was sent to me for review.