I received two products from LovingEco. I received the Blissoma Solutions Fresh Mild Rice Natural Face Cleanser and the Sprout Skincare Cream. Both products are totally organic, natural products. I love that the customer service was very friendly and shipping was fast. They only sell nontoxic good for the earth products!! LOVE LovingEco. They feature new products by new brands daily/weekly and have a sale on them!!
Will definitely keep them on my to-buy from list!! Loved everything about the company, the products they have, and the service they offered.
Blissoma Solutions Fresh Mild Rice Natural Face Cleanser
This is a very unique cleanser because it doesn’t have soap, it’s actually a non-soap cleanser. This is made for all skin care types, for everyday use (twice daily). You can use this morning and night.
It is very popular for balancing out problem skin and helping to heal it. “Organic, whole brown rice flour and willowbark extract gently exfoliate while super-gentle, emollient organic oils of Apricot Kernal and Sunflower moisturize. Skin is cleansed, hydrated, and nourished instead of stripped. Infusions of organic Chickweed and Rose tone and freshen circulation to flush away toxins. It has a wonderful, citrusy, essential oil scent beloved by men and women and is also mild enough to be used on children.”
I really like that this is made in small batches from fresh botanical ingredients. This is a 4 ounce bottle (mine came with a dropper) and is a month supply when used twice daily. You squirt 2-3 dropperfuls into your hand and massage into your skin. Then rinse with warm water and pat dry with a hand towel. This removes all daily impurities from your skin.
I love that is is completely natural and organic, and has no perfume smell at all. I have combination skin- oily in some parts while dry in others. Most cleansers with chemicals irritate my skin, so natural was the best choice for me. Not only is i t better for my skin and health, but also better for the environment.
My skin has been smooth, plump, soft, and extremely HAPPY after using this rice cleanser. I have never used a rice cleanser before, and truly enjoyed the experience.
This took all the makeup off with NO greasy smearing mess behind! Wish I had a GIANT bottle of this.. ;D
I have just learned last year that chemicals in beauty products (lotions, shampoo’s, and face cleansers) are truly damaging overtime. They seep into your skin and can lead to cancer, infertility, and hormone problems. SO this year one of my New Year Resolutions was to go completely natural when it came to my beauty routine.
Thankfully, I have found some AMAZING products that I will stick to, and use from here on out. This being one of them. No brittle, flakey, red cracked skin here!!
Sprout Skincare Cream
This Cream can be used for your face, hands, and feet. This is totally organic and natural and will not clog pores or leave any greasy residue behind. It is the perfect size to slip in a makeup bag, a purse, or overnight bag.
Most creams use a water baseline when manufacturing these, but Sprout doesn’t. The thickness makes it last WAY longer than any other moisturizing cream, lotion, or butter that I’ve used before. A little bit goes a long way, and I can already tell that in the winter this is going to be VERY useful for my skin. When I get cold, it seems like my whole body gets chapped. It’s unbearable because my skin dries out and starts peeling.
I also have a skin condition on the back of my arms and on my upper thighs. It’s called Keratosis Pilaris, nicknamed chicken skin because it produces tiny red bumps. The only thing that I have found that takes the rash like bumps away is Retinol A Cream (prescribed) but it’s very expensive.
I started using this on it when I received it, and was amazed when it started working. It took the bumps away, the itchiness, and the dryness that comes with it. I loved it, and it’s way cheaper than paying $80 for a Vitamin A cream.
It smells like uncooked cookie dough, but isn’t quite as sweet smelling. The consistency is a whipped cream balm. I wasn’t sure what to expect when using this on my face. I mixed a small amount with a Renewal Serum and it was enough to completely moisturize my face and neck without leaving a greasy feeling.
I will definitely be buying this again.! It helped with dry skin, dry hands, the “chicken skin” and everything in between. There’s nothing like getting out of the bath and rubbing some of this into my dry feet. :Heaven:
About:
LovingEco was founded by two women who are passionate about making a difference. Both are committed to giving back and each cares deeply about the environment, the health of women and the future of our planet. We have built a strong team of the best, brightest and committed to the vision of style for change. We know that other women care, and also love style. This site is for all of our women friends, social entrepreneurs, leaders, students, fellow moms, and fashionistas (men too!) who also do not want to compromise on style and wish to create a more conscious and less toxic world.
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Disclosure: This isn’t a sponsored review, all opinions are 100% my own. I did receive products in exchange for an honest review.
Jessica
Other acne pads and cleansing products claim to get all the dirt from the bottom of your pores to kill the acne and the redness that comes with it. I have used many products over the years.
Some made my face VERY red and dried out, my skin would start peeling. I hated the peeling. Despised it to no end. The peeling couldn’t even be covered up by my makeup because it would make the makeup peel as well.
When I seen Niapads, I SO wanted to give this a try. I have been using it for 3-4 weeks, and it does exactly what it says it will. I love products that work!!
They smell AMAZING. They come in a little Ziplock type bag to keep them fresh. They are smaller than I expected them to be (smaller than a debit card), but they still get the job done. They are easy to travel with because of the size, a HUGE bonus. (the picture is of the Niapad folded over).
They have a gentle effective exfoliation, that gets deep into the pores and leaves my skin feeling soft and very clean. They don’t leave my skin feeling dried out or greasy like other do. The smell is a HUGE plus.
I ended up using this a couple times AFTER a huge name brand that said that they clean the face VERY well. What I seen on the Niapad after cleaning with it, I was very disappointed in the name brand. There was still A LOT of makeup left behind. This gets every single bit of makeup off.
If you have a lot of makeup on, you can rinse the Niapad and re-wash with the same pad. There isn’t a medicine, alcohol, or chemical smell to these pads like some do.
I had a stubborn zit that just wouldn’t go away, so I followed the directions on the packaging. It said to cut a small amount off and directly stick it to the zit, and leave until dried. This made the zit go away extremely fast. Not disappear instantly, but definitely quicker than anything I have ever experienced in my life.!!
I love these and will definitely reorder again and again.
About:
NiapadsTM– Face cleansing pad with Niacinamide USP are designed to safely reduce Acne flareups by unleashing the well documented anti-inflammatory properties of Niacinamide USP.
Did you know?
Scientific research has shown that Niacinamide (also known as Nicotinamide or Vitamin B3) is superior to antibiotics such as Clindamycin in reducing Acne. Niacinamide is not an antibiotic and there are no antibiotic related side-effects associated with its use. (See References).
Effective Control for Acne, Pimples and Zits! – easy to use.
Niapads™ is a one-step process for pore cleansing, killing acne causing bacteria and exfoliation. Skin friendly emollients prevent drying of skin. It also contains Lavender oil, known for its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties; and yes it provides a mild lavender scent.
Inflammatory skin conditions include Acne vulgaris and studies have shown that Niacinamide USP has proven efficacy in treatment of these skin conditions. Niapads™ is uniquely formulated to deliver Niacinamide USP topically at the desired site unlike oral formulations. A mild scrubbing pad helps exfoliate dead skin cells and prevent pore clogging.
Common acne-treatment concerns:
It is difficult to choose the right acne treatment – after all there are so many to choose from.
Would it work on my skin type? Will it dry my skin and make it itch or flake?
Are there any side-effects? Is it safe for pregnancy or nursing child?
Is the regimen difficult? Are there multiple steps?
Will it handle my serious breakout? Is it foul smelling?
Will the product potency/purity be the same from the first application to the
last in a given package or will it lose its strength/purity once the package is
opened?
Is it convenient to carry, travel, spill-proof?
Each situation is unique. Acne is caused by several factors and there is no one-time cure for acne.
However Niapads™ – face cleansing pad with Niacinamide USP, effectively controls acne and is suitable for all skin types. It provides an effective solution to all of the questions above and more! Make it a part of your daily skin care regimen.
Product features:
Each pack contains 30 pads in a re-sealable pouch.
Delivers therapeutic amounts of Niacinamide USP. Since application is topical, its action is localized and there are no systemic side-effects.
Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) is generally recognized as safe for pregnant women and nursing mothers.
Mild scrubbing action – water soluble micro beads. Cloth provides additional scrubbing action.
Contains beneficial Lavender oil. Provides mild lavender scent.
No added colors (Presence of FD&C colors may cause acne flare-ups).
Convenient to carry. Take it to school, college, work, gym or travel.
MADE IN USA
Tear open the pouch at the notch and open the ziploc seal. Take one pad and moisten it with water. Wet skin application area with water. Scrub application area gently with the moistened pad. Discard wet pad after use in regular trash. Wait 20 to 30 seconds and rinse thoroughly with water. Gently pat dry with clean towel.
Note: Before starting any skincare regimen, it is advisable to consult a medical professional.
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Disclosure: This isn’t a sponsored post, all opinions are 100% my own. I did receive products in exchange for an honest review.!
Jessica
Hard Candy
Heavy Duty Glamoflauge Concealer
This is by FAR the best concealer EVER! I have stubborn dark circles under my
eyes where I don’t sleep right, and I have tried EVERYTHING to get them covered.
Nothing was working very well. Everything else was always too liquidy and you
still see the darkness.
Everything about Glamoflauge is amazing, including the price. I have had this
for quite a while, and haven’t even made it a quarter of a way through the tube.
So, a little goes a long way. All I need is a very tiny dot on my finger to rub
under my eyes. If you use too much, you’ll KNOW! It’s thick but not so thick
that you can see it under makeup. It’s just the right consistency to hide
blemishes and circles without making your face look too processed with
makeup.
I use it on my blemishes and (some really light) acne scars and you can’t
even tell that they are there, it even covers redness. I thought I might have
some problems with this because It is oil-based and I have oily skin. I thought
it might break me out more than it helped, but I was TOTALLY wrong. Never once
did it break my skin out. Just because it’s oil-based, didn’t mean it was going
to seep into my pores and cause a reaction!!
If your in a hurry, you might want to skip this—or start OFF with this,
because it takes a while to dry. If you can wait the 2 or 3 minutes it takes for
this to dry, it will totally be worth it. I’ve never had coverage like this
before!!
I apply primer, then the glamoflauge, then liquid foundation, and finish off
with powder foundation. This keep it on ALL day with no mishaps, no runs, no
smears.! I don’t have to reapply unless it’s been raining or something. This
really amazed me! I love this, and am very glad that I found it!
It states on the tube that you can outline an unwanted tattoo with the
concealer pencil that comes with it, and then fill in the lining with the
glamoflauge tube. My little sister got a tattoo done that didn’t stay. All the
color vanished out of it, and half of the tattoo did also. The tattoo didn’t get
in deep to the skin. So I tried this on her, and it worked. You couldn’t tell
the tattoo was there!
The only thing I disliked was that it doesn’t come in many choices. They only
have the light color, and for someone with darker skin, it is going to look
chalky and unreal. It kind of did on my sister’s leg. Other than that—the shade
fit my face color perfectly, the coverage was amazing, and it was long
lasting.
Hard Candy
Split Personality Duo Eyeshadow
I really liked how many color choices they had available in the Split
Personality Duo EyeShadow.
This is a sponge tip pencil like applicator with a different shade at each
end. The shadow is located in the caps of the applicator. It seemed to be spring
loaded, made to tap it to make the shadow come out.
I didn’t like this too much. I thought it was going to be a long lasting,
even shaded beautiful eye shadow. It wasn’t. It didn’t stay on for very long at
all. It tendency to clump up in the crease of my eye. I couldn’t get it to even
come out of the shadow tube most of the time. I would tap, tap, and tap it
against the sink or a table thinking it just needed to sift to the applicator,
but this wasn’t the case. It wouldn’t come out.
The pigmentation is very off. When it did come out, it was very very light
and could hardly been seen at all. The taping that holds the cap (that’s filled
with the shadow) comes off easily and gets loose shadow all in the bottom of my
makeup bag.
Disclosure: This isn’t a sponsored post. All opinions are 100% my own, and
not influenced in any way. I did receive products in exchange for an honest
review.
Jessica
Mineral Hygienics is an all-natural mineralmake-up that is made in the United States. It is completely organic—Meaning no talc, no nuts, no dyes or fragrances, No Gluten or Bismuth..
You get 5% cash back on every order, and if you don’t like it ( within 45 days) you can return it.
I love companies that offer your money back if you don’t like their product. This usually means that they are a VERY honest company, and want you to REALLY test it out before making a decision.
With mineral make-up, you have to get it at least a week (if you have never used it before) before saying yay or nay. WHY? It could blend well with certain moisturizers or NOT, you could NOT exactly know how to use the brush and come to realize that once you get the hang of it, that your makeup seems more and more flawless.
I had this issue. I realized that I was putting too much makeup in the lid at first and it was clumping (in spots). And that I was DIPPING the brush and not SWIRLING. For the best results—tap a little makeup in the top of the lid at a time and SWIRL the brush in circles to help it pick up the makeup. The swirling actually warms the minerals and helps it stick to your face longer, smoother, and without all the clumps.. silly me.
I really did like this make-up. I am one to go with the trend of make-up. I try and stick with mineral as much as possible. When I was younger and heard all the horror stories about lipstick being made from dolphin and whale fat—it disgusted me. I didn’t wear makeup for a VERY long time. Only eyeshadow for the longest.
Since companies are becoming greener, I have started back and am TOTALLY glad. I look flawless everyday (even though my skin is uneven) because of the way mineral makeup makes your skin look. It’s like it forms to your face as a second skin and covers all blemishes without KNOWING you have makeup covering it.
I was sent 6 different colors of the Mineral Hygenics Makeup to try. The 6 were Silk Translucent, Light, Fairly Tan, Medium Light, Medium, and Warm Kiss.
Before putting on any mineral makeup, I suggest getting a makeup primer or a really good moisturizer. If you do this, your makeup will stay WAY longer than if you applied it without.
I tried every single one of these foundations. Every single one of them work amazing well. I WISH I had DARKER skin tone, but I ended up using Medium Light mixed with skin translucent bronzed with warm kiss.
It created the most beautiful look. It looked sunkissed, natural and you couldn’t even HINT at me actually having makeup on. It didn’t peel off, fade away, or gently disappear. One day I was so exhausted that I even took a nap with this on—I woke up and my face looked EXACTALY the same. I was amazed that my pillow hadn’t made any of it come off.
Now that summer is on it’s way (very fast, if I must say) I am always looking for a way to keep actual sunrays off of my face without having to smother it in sunblock. This makeup has natural SPF ingredients that are chemical free. It protects against both UVA and UVB rays.
This makeup allows your skin to breathe because it doesn’t soak up the natural oils or moisture in your face cells. Most do—and shortly your face can turn into an icky ooey gooey mess—that WILL need to be redone. I can say that for mineral Hygenics that isn’t the case. I took the kids to the park on the hottest day of the week last week and I still didn’t have to retouch up my foundation.
Mineral Makeups (Most of them) claim to be organic (etc).. but ARE they? REALLY? How can you REALLY tell? Look at the ingredients. The less ingredients there are in a makeup, the better off your going to be. The less your going to have to google search.. lol
I do this all the time. I google search stuff to make sure I won’t end up with some horrible rash or something after using it. This makeup has 4—yes FOUR ingredients. Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide, Iron Oxide, and Mica. Google search THOSE. No harmful ingredients in sight.
This isn’t a makeup that will make your face SHINE. It is designed to mimic the actual “reactions” of skin. So it is designed (as a matte finish) to not give gleam and glare to your face. It actually gives quite an airbrushed look. My face was smooth, soft, and NEVER itched EVER.
This is perfect for every skin tone, whether you are extremely fair skinned, olive skinned, or VERY tan. They have a shade for you. I would suggest getting the starter kit though, so you can test the waters so to speak. I thought I’d use a medium darker and I was SO wrong. That is usually the case with women and their makeup.. So go a little lighter at first and work your way up to a darker shade.. see which one is best for you. They have a section on their website that helps you choose the best color for you.Medium (My Best Shade)
This is our most popular shade. When exposed to the sun your skin will tan very easily and in most situations you will not burn. You probably do not have skin sensitivity issues. Your neutral or warm undertones will look beautiful in our minerals!
- Medium Light - Cool to Neutral Undertones
- Medium - Neutral Undertones
Celebrities that best fit this shade:
- Pamela Anderson
- Jennifer Aniston
You should check out their application tips, which are VERY helpful in getting the best coverage.
Really awesome make-up. Organic all the way. Very great coverage, sun protection, no problems with it at all. The only thing I didn’t like about it was the brush. The brush was really scratchy.. I had another brush and used it, and the makeup was awesome. Other than the brush—I love IT!!
Disclosure: Mineral Hygienics provided me with a sample of product for my review but my opinions are my own. This isn’t a sponsored Post.
Jessica
LoveTrueNatural Review & Giveaway
I received Plump up the Volume Anti-Aging Kit from LoveTrueNatural. The Anti-Aging kit comes with
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1. Advanced Lift & Firm Serum (4ml tube)
2. Eye Bright Peptide Serum (4ml tube)
3. Plump Lip Treatment (15 ml tube)
You put all of these products on your freshly cleaned face. I washed my face and then put on the Advanced Lift & Firm Serum on my face and neck. I immediately felt it drying. After it started drying, I felt it gently tugging and tightening my face. After it was dry, my skin felt so smooth and silky. I loved it.
After the Advanced Lift & Firm Serum dried, I applied the Eye Bright Peptide Serum around my eyes. It took more than one application to see the results in this, but after about 2-3, I did. Making dark circles disappear is more difficult than tightening your face. Dark circles are caused from many different things.Often it’s fatigue, or the natural process of aging- where you skin thins, you lose collagen and the blood lines show. My dark circles are from fatigue. I rarely get the needed amount of sleep, and NEEDED something (desperately) to help me with this. I didn’t just want to cover it up with makeup, I wanted it to go away.
I can see each day as I use this a big difference in the amount of darkness underneath. This product has amazed me in the amount of time that it helped the darkness go away. It wasn’t completely gone, but really—there isn’t a product that can truly make it go away, just reduce it.
Like I said- the reason I even have dark circles is because of my sleeping pattern. I couldn’t expect this to take it ALL away, since my sleeping is still at a minimum. I loved that it helped reduce it SO much and then using concealer and makeup- you CAN’T see it at all.
The Plump Lip Treatment is something that you can feel INSTANTLY. You can feel this helping your lips. I have tried others that taste VERY bad, this one tastes like a peppermint/cinnamon mix and actually DOES work. You put it on like a normal lipgloss during the day. (It feels like a chapstick but is more creamy) It doesn’t stay on for long periods of time as a creamy liquid, but you can still feel it long after the cream is gone. It seeps into your lips and gives your lips a natural glow (and tint).
I was very happy with all 3 of these products and how well they worked, and how fast the results came. If you AREN’T looking for something to keep your skin youthful and glowing- they also sell other products.
They sell Face Products like cleanser, exfoliators, and moisturizers. They sellorganic makeup; such as foundation, makeup remover, mascara, and more.Natural Hair Care products such as shampoo and conditioner, etc. Even more on the website.. be sure to check it out.
“True Natural Spa’s all natural and pepperminty lip plumper is the must have product for full, voluminous lips! Combine this with their ultra-concentrated, spa-grade anti-aging serums to restore your skin’s youthful appearance and resilient complexion.
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The ingredients used to make each product on loveTrueNatural will never be a mystery. A complete and clear ingredient listing appears on all loveTrueNatural products, making it easy for you to make informed decisions, especially if you have any allergies, sensitivities or concerns. If an ingredient listing is missing or you believe it to be incomplete or erroneous, please let us know so we can research and correct the listing!
We give preference to packaging that is designed to have the lowest impact on the environment and utilize post-consumer recycled (PCR) content and products with ingredients that are safely biodegradable.
Not only are the products we recommend as safe as possible, we are also committed to fair trade and fair working conditions. Products found on loveTrueNatural are never tested on animals, nor do they utilize dead animal byproducts.
Here at loveTrueNatural, we do the
research for you. Not only are the products
we recommend safe and free from harmful ingredients, but our team of Estheticians & Beauty Experts have personally tried each & every product to ensure they deliver the results promised, and, WE LOVE IT.
We aim simply to provide you with THE BEST natural beauty shopping experience. Our staff is here to help you find the right skin care regime, choose natural makeup colors, and offer tips on anti-aging products and more. Whether for yourself or loved ones, Natural Beauty Begins Here!
XOXO loveTrueNatural Team
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Disclosure: This isn’t a sponsored post. Although I was provided with products to sample, all opinions are 100% honest.
I was blown away with all of these products. I have never used a soap that did so much for my skin. Kristine’s Shower offer handmade body care items that are TOP quality and made from organic ingredients. She was kind enough to send me five products to review, and I have to say.. I loved them all!!What I received:
- Aloe Vera Body Whip
- Bar Soap
- Bath Bomb
- Shea Butter Body Frosting
These soaps start @ $1.99. They smell absolutely AMAZING, and what they can do for your skin is astonishing. I have never really been a big soap fan. I usually use body wash because soap leaves my skin really dried out. This soap was NOTHING like that. I was very impressed with this soap.
It is tightly wrapped in plastic, which keeps it from breaking into pieces. The design is AMAZING. The colors inside of it make it look so beautiful. It lathers and bubbles up very well, which was surprising for a soap bar. It smelled delicious. My skin was left soft and very smooth. Nice step for a body wash girl.
The best thing about these bars are that they are made in small loaves. The smaller loaves produce a better quality soap. 1 loaf of her soap makes 8 bars. I love that she makes so many different designs. They are all made with the best vegetable and nut oils to give you healthy glowing skin.
I love that you get so many choices in her shop. You can choose which scent you want and what size soap you would like.!!
Ingredients: Saponified oils of babassu, coconut, palm kernel, avocado, sunflower, castor and shea butter, ultramarines, clays & oxides (for coloring) and fragrance.
Price depends on your soap selection. Check the site here for price information.
Bath Bombs are absolutely my favorite bath product. I do not usually get to soak in the tub very much. Having two kids under 5 means VERY quick showers and half shaved legs.. LOL
But when I do get the chance to relax, I definitely want a bomb. They leave your skin feeling so soft, smooth, and scented. It’s a smell that you can’t get from lotions, soaps, perfumes, or body wash. It’s like a natural smell that clings and lingers to your body.
Aloe Vera Body Whip – Vanilla Sugar
The Aloe Vera Body Whip is amazing. It smells just like vanilla frosting. The consistency of the formula is better than some high quality lotions I’ve used. This says a lot about her business. She is here to make her customers happy. She isn’t just throwing the cheapest ingredients together to try and “fool” us.
All of these products really are top quality and smell heavenly. The Body Whip is a stunner. It is very well made, and perfect for dry skin. I have dry skin and it’s hard to find something that works without it being too thin, or too thick. I needed something that would stay put without having to wait 30 minutes or having to towel dry my body after. Most lotions and body butters will seep through your clothes leaving oily spots.
Ingredients: purified water, shea butter, coconut oil, e-wax nf, grain alcohol, aloe vera gel, fragrance & coloring
Ingredients:
Baking soda, citric acid, cornstarch, shea butter, coconut & palm oils, fragrance & coloring.
2.5 oz each – 2 inches in diameter
This was my FAVORITE. It has such an awesome feeling on your body. You can actually FEEL it exfoliating your skin. I used this everywhere. I used it on my face as an exfoliate and cleanser, and I used it on my scalp before shampooing to rid my hair of flakes.
I used it on my legs after shaving, which DID make my smooth hairless legs last WAY longer than usual. Usually I have to shave every other day because I have rapid hair growth. Having something to help with this was fabulous. Being a mom and not having adequate time to check for missed spots, I usually don’t find out until I put on shorts or capri’s that I have a long line of hair sticking up.. UGH.
With this I took the time to make sure I got it all, and then rubbed this on my skin. I don’t know how it does it, but I will definitely be buying more of this in the future.
I’m not sure why, but my kids thought this was candy. I guess because of the different colors and the way it smelled. SO..needless to say, this is in my bag that hangs from the shower rod.. LOL
About Kristine’s Shop
Quality since March 2002!
Once you’ve tried my products, there is NO substitute.
You will always receive quality products from Kristine’s Shower & I wouldn’t have it any other way!
Using handmade soap changed my skin forever. Not only are the bars beautiful to look at, but they smell good and what they do to for your skin cannot be described!
Prices start at $1.99!
Chances are the person who helps you will be the store’s owner, a local resident who will entertain your request for a price break even if it isn’t advertised. And the sales associates of small businesses are usually determined to ensure that your shopping experience is one you’ll want to repeat because they know that their livelihoods depend on giving you good customer service.
Disclosure: This isn’t a sponsored post. All opinions are 100% mine. I wasn’t compensated, although I did receive products in exchange for an honest review..
Thanks,
Jessica
Pop of Op Mini Slant Tweezer- The stainless steel Mini Slant Tweezer features a hand-filed tip perfectly aligned to grab every hair every time with the smoothest precision. The ideal on-the-go tool for any makeup bag, purse and travel, this is the perfect miniature version of the award-winning Slant Tweezer a.k.a. the choice of make-up artists, models, celebrities and the most discerning beauty enthusiasts who demand the very best.
Tweezerman carries the cutest tweezer designs I have ever seen in my life. I’m not kidding when I say that I have never actually even seen any ones with designs. The only ones I’ve seen are the plain silver ones.
AND I’m not going to lie when I say I am a wuss. YES! I admit it. I hated tweezing my eyebrows because it ALWAYS made my eyes water and it did more damage to me then actually helped. WHY? because eventually I’d give up and NOT even do it.. lol.. You can make fun of me all that you want.. It really did hurt.
I even switched to the eyebrow shaper shaver thing. (which if I must say, made eyebrow hairs WORSE) They grew in thicker and faster, which sucked! I would notice a day or so later that they were all back. What’s the use in even using something like that if it makes taming eyebrows worse?
But when these tweezers presented themselves into my life, who was I NOT to give them a try? I was absolutely glad I did. They are very easy to hold, pull gently but get the job done, and help create a better shape than the regular stainless ones.
With these tweezers though, it’s an entirely different story. It’s like- it pulls but not STINGY pulls. It seems to do it in the direction of the hair, so it doesn’t hurt as bad. I’ve learned a few tricks and tips over the years.
The slanted tip of these amazing tweezers make it so much easier to grab ahold of those pesky little hairs and get them out of the way. Having unruly eyebrows IS NOT attractive in any shape or form. These are super-accurate and exact in the way they grab and don’t let go. I hated to spend so much (with other brands) that were letting hairs slip and break, which would eventually end up in redness, bumps, and blotches.
Since using Tweezerman, I have acknowledged less irritation and ingrown hairs that result in red bumps. It takes HALF the time it did when I was using the other brands because I don’t dread it. Half the time I spent whining about how much it hurt.. Now it’s a breeze; no whining, crying, or putting it off and ending up a caveman wannabe. (HA).
It’s a lot less stressful, I’ll admit. I wanted perfect eyebrows, but could NEVER get them because of the whiny baby stuff AND the growing back super fast when using the shave shaper. Now I don’t have to worry about it.
They are super fashionable, and are small enough to fit in any cosmetic bag or purse. As long as you have some kind of mirror with you, you could tweeze in the bathroom at work before a meeting or sitting in your care before a date with your babe. There is nothing less sexy than a uni-brow.
But to make tweezing go BETTER for you and to not hurt so bad, I give you some tips.
Tweezing Tips:
Take a hot shower (and put your face directly in the line of water for about 5 minutes.) Don’t drown yourself though.. lol. The hot water softens your eyebrow hairs and opens your pores. This makes tweezing a breeze.
FYI: If you are running behind on time and there is no way possible for you to take a shower, there is another option. Wet a washcloth in hot water (for about 2 min) and lay directly across your eyebrows. Leave it this way for a couple of minutes and the hot water does the same trick. Softens the hurt because it softens the hairs and opens the pores.
While tweezing- pull the hair in the right direction. Right eyebrow pull it right and left pull left. Pull UP and left or right. I f you pull down on the hairs, it will break your hair.
AFTER: Soothe your skin so it doesn’t turn red and blotchy. Great soothers include ice, skin cream (not lotion), or witch hazel (or something with witch hazel inside).They have some pretty awesome tweezers for sale. Different styles and price ranges, no matter what your looking for. From $15-
Animal prints are a HUGE hit these days. I even started liking them and I have NEVER liked them. You still won’t see me wearing a zebra or leopard printshirt- but purses, clutches, and shoes- yes. Have you ever thought about animal print tweezers? Tweezerman HAS.
Animal Print Slant Tweezer- $25
Tweezerman doesn’t just sell tweezers though. They have a full line for just about every part of your body! They can help you with Brows, Lashes, Hands, and Feet.
Don’t forget to check out their “Beauty How-to’s”, to keep you looking your best!!
Disclosure: This isn’t a sponsored review, all opinions are 100% mine. I did receive products in exchange for an honest review.
Thank you for taking the time to read this,
Jessica
Saffron ROuge Review ♥ #Mineral
I was very lucky to be able to work with Saffron Rouge.
About
Saffron Rouge:Saffron Rouge is the first beauty retailer in the world to focus exclusively on organics.
Offering over 1,000 of the world’s finest organic beauty & aromatherapy products, Saffron Rouge is North America’s #1 online destination for organic skin care, cosmetics and aromatherapy.
Founded in 2002, Saffron Rouge is comprised of a group of beauty experts that are passionate about organics. We take great pride in only selling the best and purest beauty products. Our goal is to operate a website where consumers can shop carefree because they know that everything we carry is truly organic.
The website states that “INIKA Pure Primer consists of certified organic Aloe Vera Leaf juice, Jojoba and Lemon Myrtle to help offer the skin protection and hydration prior to makeup application.
It creates an even canvas for foundation application and improves the staying power of your makeup.
Containing certified organic essential oils – Lavender, Lemon Myrtle and Jojoba for nourished and hydrated skin, the primer calms and soothes the skin and offers protection and hydration.
Perfect for dry/normal skin, INIKA Pure Primer can be worn alone or under other foundations.”
This primer is amazing. You can feel the hydration/moisture of this when you put it on your skin. I have really weird skin. some spot are oily, where other parts are dry. This primer not only helped hydrate the dry parts (where mineral make-up usually flakes off) but it also kept the make up on ALL DAY.
This created an even canvas for me to work on. It go on smooth like a lotion or regular moisturizer. The makeup seemed to glide on instead of ball up and end up coming off after awhile. This is a certified organic primer, which makes it 10x better than regular. All the natural products do WONDERS for your face!! Loved it♥
The Inika Natural Perfection Concealer
INIKA Natural Perfection Concealer is perfect for camouflaging imperfections in the skin. The light whipped mousse texture blends easily creating a flawless base. It hides blemishes, dark circles and pigmentation and helps to even out skin tone. Light reflecting properties reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
This concealer comes in 2 different colors, which are light and medium,
I received the medium concealer sample. I liked it, although it didn’t cover ALL of the blemishes I was hoping to cover. It was a little more liquidy that I expected, but it DID cover up the different parts of skin on my face (color spots). It didn’t cover up acne though. I had a zit I was hoping to cover up, and it didn’t do the trick. I could still see the redness of it, which I was trying to cover.
After I put the liquid and mineral foundations on, it WAS gone. It may have been just because I have really deep pores. I always have. So I read the website on application and it said you could apply this AFTER foundation, so I did. I tried to cover up that same zit, and guess what- IT WASN’T noticeable at all.
So, if you are trying to cover up color spots, use the concealer BEFORE, if you are trying to cover up acne, you can use it AFTER to do the trick. . It went on smooth, nice, and very silky. You can either use your fingertip or brush (I recommend the brush) to apply this. You can apply this before or after your foundation (or alone).
This was VERY good at covering dark circles under the eyes. It seems I always have them now. To be able to get any work done, I have to stay awake after the kids go to sleep because through the day they are like very hyper tornado’s tearing through the house, and I don’t get any time alone. There is a downside to staying up late- Dark circles that make the overall appearance of your face look grey and diminishing. This worked greatly to cover up the fact that I am a night owl and barely get any sleep. =)
From the Website “INIKA Liquid Mineral Foundation is packed full of organic antioxidants, vitamins and minerals. Formulated with certified organic ingredients that provide intense hydration while smoothing the appearance offine lines and wrinkles, it blurs the line between moisturizer and foundation.
Aloe vera leaf juice and jojoba are combined with shea butter, calendula, argan and chamomile oils to soothe, hydrate and moisturize the skin, especially after sun exposure. Tamanu oil is added as a powerful anti-microbial agent and is known to help aid with the appearance of scarring, pigmentation and sunburn. Macadamia nut oil nourishes the skin. Renowned antioxidant green tea extract is known to help diminish the appearance of wrinkles.”
This liquid mineral foundation comes in 4 colors (Beige, Cream, Honey, and Tan). I received a sample of HONEY, and was absolutely thrilled with it. It felt like a second skin. I didn’t have problems with it being darker or lighter in certain spots. It held on and stayed longer than any other liquid foundation I’ve ever used (including non-mineral).
Most liquid foundations (and non-liquids) made me look like I had layers and layers of makeup on even though I didn’t. I hated that. I would have to put lotion on over top of it and gently pat with a towel or washcloth until it evened itself out.
My skin felt fresh and supple. I didn’t even feel like I even had makeup on. Which is a total PLUS. I hated high school where so many girls looked like they had rolled in doritos. There makeup was VERY visable and not their skin color. With this foundation, you don’t have to worry about that. It blends in very well to the skin and covers up old acne scars. I don’t have many and they aren’t deep, but I hated putting concealer on them and then putting makeup on.
What an awesome foundation. I absolutely love it, and WILL be adding it to my daily makeup from now on. Beautiful skin, beautiful face all because of a simple foundation!!
The Inika Mineral Powder Foundation
INIKA Mineral Foundations are a concealer, foundation and powder in one with the added benefit of SPF15 protection. You can achieve an absolutely flawless finish without clogging pores or irritating skin. The foundations are not diluted with cheap fillers and harsh chemicals, making the pigments very dense and pure.
The purity of INIKA Mineral Foundations also makes them a fantastic choice for people with skin conditions such as acne, scarring, rosacea or pigmentation. The pure pigments provide a simple and effective way of covering these conditions.
Minerals are inert, stunting the growth of bacteria. Titanium and zinc oxides contained in INIKA Mineral Foundations have soothing and calming properties for the skin. Mica reflects light from the face, creating a soft, smooth and more radiant skin. Mica contains hypo-allergenic properties that help cover up the appearance of redness.
Only a very small amount of product is required to achieve natural and beautiful coverage. Your foundation will last longer than ever before. Thefoundations are gentle enough to use after cosmetic and facial procedures. They are water resistant, so you don’t have to worry about your foundation moving if you perspire. All this achieved with such a light finish that you won’t even feel like you are wearing makeup!
INIKA Mineral Foundations are 100% certified vegan and certified cruelty free and suitable for all skin types.
Available in 8 different colors, so you can find the perfect match for your skin tone. I received PATIENCE, which is a medium type foundation. This is a miracle product. It goes on smoothly, which is a plus. Usually I have a problem with mineral foundations rubbing off in my dry areas and having to reapply later in the day on my oily parts (combo skin).
This product never ONCE failed me. I used nothing but this.!! I have to say- I was amazed once again!! It didn’t fade away after an hour like most minerals. You couldn’t tell I even had makeup on, which was AWESOME. Who doesn’t want perfectly flawless skin that actually looks REAL?
I didn’t want it to look like I had makeup caked on my face or have a discoloration, and I didn’t. It is VERY close to my skin color, although it is a litter darker (but what I wanted). Even though it IS slightly darker than my natural skin, you can’t even tell. I just didn’t want to get something that was going to make me look pale and sick all the time (so I tend to always go slightly darker) as I can always add a little moisturizer to it if it is TOO dark. But I never had that problem with INIKA. All the products I received I was VERY impressed with and WILL feel slightly less of a person if I don’t get them in the future.
I mean, HEY, who can go from the best of the best to NOT the best? LOL
Use INIKA Mineral Bronzer bronzer to create a sun-kissed glow. The bronzers are inspired by the feeling you have when your skin is kissed with a natural glow from the hot summer, sand, longer days and wearing your favorite summer dress and heels. This product exudes the freshness and playfulness that comes from this bright, warm, happy season. With INIKA Mineral Bronzer, you will look like a sun goddess without the tan lines!
This Mineral Bronzer is available in 4 colors.
I received the Sunloving Mineral Bronzer, and fell in love (& lust). I used this all over my body to create a bronzed look. I have tanned skin, but my legs usually go un-tanned. I gave up the tanning bed long ago.. This gives me the glow I need without having to subject myself to harmful UV rays.
Start with a tiny amount and work up the layers from there. It is easier to add than to try and buff out if you have used more than what you should. I put some in a small bowl and mixed it with lotion, and used it as an all over body tint. Works very well. Just what I needed.♥ It isn’t too orangey or look fake tanned.
On your face you just buff on with the fantastic vegan kabuki brush to see the tan building evenly on your skin. You can choose to apply it to your cheekbones, nose, and chin- or add it all over your face. Goes on very smooth and gives such a natural beautiful color.
(TIP) You may want to use a separate brush for your bronzer and actual mineral foundation. I messed up and used the same brush at first and it didn’t work out too well for me. I wanted to add my mineral foundation and THEN add the bronzer, but the Kabuki brushes are SO awesome that they hold the foundation/bronzer deep in the brush.. so make sure to rinse and dry the brush or get another brush all together.
Suki Eye Shadow and Concealer Brush
This large application brush uses high quality, cruelty-free fibers allowing for easy application of eye shadow and concealer.
Are you tired of dealing with a concealer that leaves your face uneven and your hands all yuck? No more. This brush is the answer for you. You have ultimate control over WHERE your concealer/shadow goes without making a mess of yourself.
It is VERY worth it to get high quality brushes. Rubbing make-up on with fingers or the applicators that come with it is just NOT the same. Putting makeup on with the applicators will usually leave your shadow/concealer at risk for coming off very soon or crumbling.
Using this brush was AMAZING. I used this as both shadow and concealer brush as well as to put on the liquid mineral foundation. I LOVED how this brush felt against my skin. It feel practically like silk. It ISN’T made of animal hair though. It is all natural organic brush that makes you FEEL classy all through the day.
I tried both. Using the brush and NOT using it. I could tell a HUGE difference. My fingers were sticky when I didn’t use the brush, my makeup looked clustered in spots, and just overall looked amateur. Using the brush made me feel like my makeup was airbrushed on.
I felt my face OVER and OVER and just couldn’t grasp the fact that I actually had makeup on. It was AWESOME. I loved everything about it. The fact that it’s natural and that it gives me smooth, beautiful, and pulled together makeup. =)
Inika Kabuki Brush is made from 100% synthetic materials and wood from sustainable forestry. Specifically designed to use with vegan minerals, this brush creates an air brushed finish.
To protect brush, cleanse regularly using a chemical-free shampoo. Lather and rinse until the water runs clear and stand the brush to dry naturally overnight.
I have had this brush for about a month now, and I love it. Usually short brushes like this tend to lose their hair and don’t work very well after awhile. The bristles are ALL still intact and it hasn’t even shed one bristle. It is very soft to the face and soaks up the mineral powder/bronzer very well. I didn’t have to keep swirling it around inside the containers to collect more powder/bronzer.
You just circulate it over your face and the powder makes it way back to the tip of the brush to give me an overall healthy looking face. It is thick but not scratchy like many other brushes that I have used. It gives flawless beautiful skin, without all the clumping in spots while missing others.
I was VERY impressed. You tap the foundation or bronzer into the lid of the container and swirl it around. This heats up the minerals and gives you a better application for a longer wear.
As with any brushes, you need to keep them clean for a better use. If you don’t bacteria could grow inside your brushes and eventually break your skin out. This brush is VERY easy to clean. I get a small bowl and fill it up with warm/hot water, (I then use natural shampoo or body wash) to clean it, and then rinse with cool water. Then lay it on a towel for an hour or so and then put it back where it goes. (Or you could wrap it in a baby washcloth or dishcloth and put it up, but you do want to give it some air)..
Keeping your brushes clean not only help your skin (keeps your skin cleaner, clearer, and free from break –outs) but it will help your brush last way LONGER. I definitely recommend dipping into those pockets and going for something that costs a little extra because you GET a LOT extra.
EVERY single product that I received from Saffron Rouge was high quality products that last longer than so many others that are the same price or even higher. I loved them. Loved the companies customer service. They were very nice, quick to respond, and very helpful. Shipping was very fast and VERY cute. It came wrapped in a silk red ribbon for elegance. Who DOESN’T want to open something THAT elegant and beautiful? This company definitely goes the extra mile to make the customer happy- VERY happy =)
More about the company:
In order for a product to be sold at Saffron Rouge, it must meet the following criteria:
- It must have at least one of the organic body care certifications, or provide sufficient evidence to Saffron Rouge that they are using certified organic content as much as possible.
- Saffron Rouge considers products that contain even one Black List™ ingredient not acceptable for sale.
This way we can guarantee that all the products available at Saffron Rouge are free of toxic synthetic ingredients, synthetic colors, fragrances and preservatives, and are never tested on animals
Connect with them on Facebook, Twitter, and their Blog.
Discloure: This isn’t a sponsored post. All opinions are 100% mine, and not influenced in any way. I did receive products in exchange for an honest review.
Jessica Renee
As a mother of 2 kids under 5, I am ALWAYS looking for a way to relax at home. I don’t get much time to be able to take a long hot bath. Usually it’s jump in the shower and HOPE to be able to shave my legs without missing a hundred spots.
But- when I DO get the time- I want to go ALL out. I want to be able to sit, soak, and relax until the water cools.
These bombs are $5, weigh 9 ounces each and come in two halves.
I received the Romance Bath Bomb.
Out of all the bath bombs that I have ever used, this ranks #1. Why? For a lot of reasons. Other bath bombs come in a whole bomb, and are VERY hard to break. If I want to use a bomb in pieces, I want to have the option. With others- I tried everything from smashing it against the side of the tub to bashing it with a shampoo bottle. Nothing worked. These bath bombs come in 2 halves, just FOR that purpose. AMAZING and VERY thoughtful.
It has an amazing design. These are very beautiful, eye catching, and very colorful. I couldn’t have been more awed if I wanted to be. As soon as I seen it in it’s clear plastic wrap I was taken away, Breathtaking, astonishing, and attractive. These would be awesome to give as gifts for new moms, moms to be, graduation, anniversaries, wedding, and more. Who wouldn’t want something so amazing?
Bath Bombs are my vacation at home (away from home). My secret addiction and guilty pleasure. There are so many different choices of scents to choose from that I may actually have to buy 1 of each at some point in my life. REALLY- no joke. The romance was awesome. It’s all gone now, and I am super sad. It smelled amazing. A mixture of roses, marigolds, violets, and a touch of oakmoss. I have NEVER in my life smelled anything like this. It is a very feminine smell that lasts longer than most perfumes do.
I turned on the hot water, dropped the bomb in, and went to get a towel. When I returned the entire bathroom smelled so pretty, floral, and relaxing. I have never used a bomb so fragrant, although not overpowering. The bomb made my water seem so silky and frothy. I noticed that my skin felt just as silky when I got out.
Later on that night I was picking up toys, and when I leaned over- I could smell the bomb all over me. I was up late blogging and could STILL smell it at 2 that morning.
Other Bombs I really want to try:
Sore Muscles Therapy: 
Oatmeal, Milk, & Honey: 
Peppermint: 
Tickle Me Pink: 
Plumeria Sugar Scrub Cubes
These sugar scrubs come with 12 cubes wrapped in cellophane and closed with a silver tinted bread tie. These are so beautifully colored as well. So many different colors (yellow, purple, and pink). They smell just like fresh cut summer flowers.
These cubes are made with sugar to exfoliate those extra dry or oily places and spaces. I used them on my knees, elbows, feet, face, and even on my upper back. You can actually feel them digging past the first layer of skin to rid the skin of hidden roughness and dirt.
Exfoliation has been used in so many different ways for many years to maintain the natural beauty of skin. It removes the oldest layer of skin to brighten skin and remove dirt. New skin cells are built in the bottom layers of skin, and unclogs pores. This is essential for your body as well as face, and should be done AFTER you have cleaned it. Exfoliating should only be done maybe 2-3 days a week, because over exfoliating will dry out your skin.
Out of all the exfoliating products on the market, I have never actually used sugar cubes before. They are astounding because they are small enough to fit in your palm and REALLY get to the bare bottom of those pores and rough skin.
You can FEEL the sugar in it, and the results of it within one use. ONE use, not many. Not a week or a month. You can use this after shaving to keep your legs and underarms smooth as a babies skin longer than usual. Wonderful product, and also another great product to gift to those you love (or yourself).
Fruit Punch Soapsicle
The soapsicle shown isn’t the one I received. She doesn’t have anymore of the Fruit Punch in Stock. It looks like the one above, but it’s just a plain clear glycerin red color instead of the pink and blue. The one shown above is the cotton candy soapsicle.
The Fruit Punch Soapsicle smells just like Fruit Punch!! YUM. It bubbles up very well, which my kids loved. They thought it was funny that a popsicle was creating bubbles. (They are only 3 and 5).. I love that they create something for every member of the family whether man, woman, or child.
These soapsicles weren’t only fun to my kids, but they LOVED them. They had fun spinning the soapsicle in their hands for more bubbles and cleaning themselves. Better yet- they smelled just like Fruit punch.. lol
I love that they are so creative in the way everything is designed. So many choices in everything from soaps to bombs.
The soap bar that I received is also not on the for sale listings anymore. It is a sweet smelling, multi layered, multi colored soap. It smells like a spicy chai tea or something. Very relaxing yet uplifting. I didn’t use this as a bath soap, instead I put it on my bathroom counter as a hand soap because it looked so decorative.
I really like it there, and the ribs on the soap massage your hands. This is awesome because after typing all day or writing, or whatever my hands tend to get stiff. I can wash my hands (flipping the soap over and over in the palm of my hands) and the ribs just make the tension melt away. ..
About Bath-a-licious:
Bath Bombs Etc. (Bath-A-Licious) was founded in September of 2010 and is a (military)-family owned and operated business. Based in the Deep South where the fragrant scents of flowers are strong and the southern breezes and southern hospitality abound, we have created a line of bath bombs/bath fizzies and Fizzy Bath Salts which bring these fragrances to you for an experience in your bath/shower that is not only relaxing and moisturizing but is also pleasant to your senses.
Not being an overpowering aroma, but enough to settle you into comfort, we offer an extensive line of fragrances/scents which will appeal to you for your “me time.” If you’re looking for a relaxing, aromatic bath experience, Bath-a-Licious is the way to go.
Our bath bombs and shower steamers are molded and produced individually for that “special touch” of relaxation. Whether you are that “I need a SHOWER NOW” type of person or the “I can’t wait to slip into a HOT TUB OF WATER” person, we have a perfect scent for your maximum relaxation.
It’s not just a bath, it’s aromatherapy and a moisture rich, skin softening,muscle relaxing heavenly experience! Simply drop Bath Fizzie in bath water and watch it fizz! It’s like a Alka-Seltzer fizzing in your tub! Just sit back & relax!
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Disclosure: This isn’t a sponsored review, all opinions are 100% mine. I wasn’t compensated for this review. I did receive products in exchange for an honest review.
Jessica
Overlabeled Review and Giveaway
What woman doesn’t love shoes? I can’t even think of one who wouldn’t want a new awesome pair of shoes, boots, or heels if they could afford it. Affording shoes isn’t that hard with Overlabeled. There are many sites who sell boots for $150+, not overlabeled. They are completely honest, cheap, and have awesome customer service.
They sell so many unique designs that I couldn’t help myself. I am pretty sure I might have a shoe fetish. I spent almost an hour looking through all their different styles. Cheap shoes with the highest quality ARE the best!!
When you click on the website a little box will pop up. If you are willing to give feedback on their website, you can get 10% off your order. How awesome is that? AND if you like them on Facebook you can get an extra 10% off. They have a 30 day return policy and free shipping over $100.
I chose to review the Fashion Forward High Heel Booties with Leopard Print Lapels. These boots come in brown and black, but I just LOVED them in brown. They are so cute. If these boots get dirty all you have to do is clean them with a wet cloth, do NOT use chemical solvents to clean them. It will make the color come off.
The boots have a 4 inch heel, but are extremely strong. I didn’t feel wobbly or off centered. They look amazing and feel amazing. When I chose boots with heels, I try and get the most comfort. These boots ARE comfortable. They go well with jeans or slacks, so you can achieve whatever look you are trying for.
I wore them with jeans and LOVED the way they looked.
The zipper is facing the inside of your leg, so you can’t really see it. This is a plus, I really like that on the outside- all you see is boot. They look like kick ass cowboy boots to me. I really adore them.
It has the leopard print lapels which are really cute. It has a tie on the outside, it doesn’t tighten or loosen the strength of the boots on your feet- it’s just there for decoration. Love them!!
Shipping was very fast, and they bubble wrap the boots for extreme care. They put them in a bag inside the box so they don’t get tossed around inside the box. They were perfect. And customer service was VERY friendly. I will definitely order form Overlabeled again.
Customers buy from this shop because they have so much to choose from and all of their items are made from the top manufacturers and designers. Their shoes are trendy, comfortable, cheap, attractive, and VERY high quality.
When I first started shopping online for stuff, I landed on many shoe websites who wanted $199 for a pair of boots that looked much similar to these. There were also websites that wanted EVEN MORE for ugly shoes that I didn’t even have a desire to wear. Isn’t it amazing when you find a company that is more satisfied with making their customers happy then charging an arm and a leg for something?
When looking for cheap shoes or discount shoes, heels, boots, wedges, sandals, stilettos, and more- this is the place to go!! Stylish footwear at affordable prices.
Disclosure: This isn’t a sponsored post. All opinions are 100& my own, and not influenced in any way. I did receive products in exchange for an honest review.
The Giveaway-
The Giveaway will be part of the Bday Bash, which will be live today!Jessica
Friday, March 16, 2012
I have a weird sense of humor and that is why I like Nachomamatees so much! From Vintage T-Shirts, to 80′s T-shirts, to Funny T-Shirts - Nachomamatees has it all.
I chose the Engrish Shirt. It is a high quality lightweight cotton shirt in white with black and grey lettering. As someone who loves to write, and a grammar nerd- I had to get this shirt. It was hard NOT to get it. Too funny.
I see posting stuff online such as facebook and twitter that doesn’t even make sense half the time, so yeah- this shirt intrigued me. Make me chuckle, and ofcourse- choose it.
My family is a t-shirt family. I don’t usually dress up very often, because I work from home. Who wants to wear expensive clothing when you aren’t going out? When you just have errands to run, stores to go to, and children to keep clean all day? Not me- so I have tons of t-shirts and they are all very loved.
Here are some of my favorites…
Dark Side- Of course they would try and draw you in with cookies =)
Did it at home- On sale right now for $9
There are just so many great ones, I could go on and on. The shirts take 3-9business days to get to you, depending on how near or far you are. They ship worldwide, so it doesn’t matter if you live in New York or Australia- these shirts would make anyone crack up.
You can return merchandise for a full refund if you do it within 30 days (1 month) but this excludes items that have been worn and washed. Shipping is usually $3.50 for standard, and each additional item is just $1 more for shipping.
They have a Daily Deal 6.99 Special – where they select one of their t-shirts to sell for 6.99 on that select day. That’s awesome. So your paying half the price of what it would normally be.
Buy it – Like the shirts that you seen here? Then be prepared to chuckle a lot looking at all of them! Check out Nachomamatees here.
Disclosure: This isn’t a sponsored post, all opinions are 100% mine, I did receive products in exchange for an honest review, but it didn’t influence the review.
In order to win you must not have won (or received for promotional purposes) a t-shirt from Nachomamatees or Crazy Dog T-shirts in the last 90 days.
Jessica
Five Finger Tees is located outside of Boston, Massachusetts. FiveFingerTees.com opened in July, 2009 and is completely family owned and operated. We offer a wide variety of movie/TV, pop-culture inspired and down right funny t-shirts for only $9.99! Our philosophy is simple, we do all the work! From customer service, designing, printing, photography, shipping, web site design, and trying to watch our kids at the same time! By doing this, we keep our overhead really low which gives you the customer a great deal, without having to sacrifice on quality.
- Our T-Shirts are Profesionally Screen Printed in the U.S.A. We do not use heat transfers or irons-ons.
- We use soft preshrunk 100% cotton shirts with Double-needle stitching throughout and a seamless rib at neck. Need to see oursize chart?
- All of our Tees are Available in assorted styles, sizes & colors.
- Orders usually ship from our store within 1 to 2 business days. (Please allow 5-7 days delivery for hoodies)
I chose the Reading is sexy shirt. Reading has been a part of life as long as I can remember. In today’s world, I see and hear people saying that they don’t read. I’m pretty sure they think it’s cool because they don’t read. I’m like “WHAT- are you SERIOUS?”
I have always wanted to promote literacy. Yes, I may be a book nerd, but I wouldn’t have it any other way. Now I can PROMOTE this by my shirt in a funny way. I wish more people would get off facebook, put down the remote and pick up a book- maybe the world would be a better place.☺
I love this shirt. I got it in pink. It is made of 100% preshrunk cotton. So you don’t have to worry about buying a bigger size. You can machine wash on warm with like colors and dry on medium tumble. You can also use non-chlorine bleach if needed. You don’t need to iron these shirts because they don’t really wrinkle up. It feels amazing- lightweight and fits perfectly.
They are great for the summer because they let your skin breath. The cotton is amazing, soft, and very flexible. They have so many different styling of shirts, that you can find something for almost everyone.
The ordering process is very simple. Just click on the shirt you want to purchase, then choose whether you would like a men’s or women’s. Then select size and color. The shirt arrived quickly, and is great quality. This is the same if not better quality then you would find in some department store for $30+.
and what’s even funnier is if you click on the link to the “Half Shirts” You get this:
WHOA!!!
Did you seriously think we sold half shirts?
We’re not sure what’s worse, the fact that you thought we sold half shirts or the fact that you clicked on this link to purchase a half shirt…Hmmm
Anyway, so this wasn’t a complete waste of your time here is a picture of some dude in a half shirt for you to enjoy.
You can order shirts from Five Finger Tees online. You can also visit them onFacebook and Twitter.
They have a shipping calculator, so you can see how much the total would be before you make a purchase. This is always a plus for me!!
They take Discover, Visa, Mastercard, Amex Cards, and Paypal. Many companies are switching to paypal and I love it. I don’t have a credit card and companies that do not accept paypal won’t be getting business from me, because I can’t do it any other way!
Disclosure: This isn’t a sponsored post, all opinions are 100% my own. I wasn’t compensated, although I did receive products in exchange for an honest review..
Jessica
Lady Soma Antioxidant Berry Masque Review
Lady Soma is an all natural company who supports women’s health in every product they make. Their skin care line includes the Renewal Serum, the Antioxidant Berry Masque, and the Skin & Nail Treatment.
Their supplements include the Lady Soma Detox, the Lady Soma Fiber Cleanse with Probiotics, the Candida Advanced Cleanse, and the Cranberry Concentrate with Vitamin C.
The Antioxidant Berry Masque ($32.99) is a captivating concoction of cranberries and blueberries. The berries enhance cell renewal and boosts collagen production. The berries contain antioxidant powers of Vitamins A, C, and E which helps cleanse and detox your face. =)
For antioxidants and exfoliators it isn’t usually safe for your face to use them more than once or twice a week. I have exfoliated too much before and it ended up making my pored HUGE and they stayed this way for quite a while. It burns your pores and cells. I used this as much as every other day and never noticed any harm done to my face.
I loved the way this smelled. You can smell the berries in it, and makes it a pleasing experience to use. I loved it. You could also feel it working. It tingles and burns a little, but that’s what it is supposed to do. It is cleansing your face of all the dirt. I actually liked the way it felt and left it on for more than the 8 minutes. I left it on for about 10.
If you are wearing make up, I would suggest using your usual face cleaner to wash that off before using any antioxidant or exfoliators (so you can get a better use).
I noticed my pores were WAY cleaner. I usually have trouble with blackheads on my nose. I have always had this as an issue area, and NOTHING has worked before. I have tried the blackhead strips, stridex, and face wipes. NOTHING. until now.
I am very pleased with this. Not only is it made in the U.S.A, it is 100% organic. The natural products make it have a pleasing smell. If you haven’t read my other natural product posts this year- chemicals from large companies products seep into your skin, making your skin practically DRINK bad chemicals. These chemicals can eventually lead to hormone problems, infertility, and even cancer.
NOT FOR ME. I would rather use something that I know is safe. I want to live as long as I can. I am not trying to off myself before my time.. I have kids and want to see them grow to be in high school, go to college, and succeed in life. =)About
Lady Soma is the trusted brand among healthy and active women.
When it comes to women’s needs, Lady Soma offers a comprehensive line designed to provide a woman with everything she needs. We are headquartered in New York City and are the leading provider of women’s health and nutritional supplements. Lady Soma products were designed to assist women in maintaining healthy and active lifestyles. We have been raising the bar in the women’s health industry by instituting truth in labeling, and ingredient safety. We take pride in our approach to ensuring quality through our commitment.
We created a strict line, to enable women to find the best solutions to their feminine and personal issues, whether it be for her body or skin. The word “soma” comes from the Greek language meaning “body”. Throughout history, the Mediterranean food and culture, rich in fresh fruits, olive oil, vegetables, fish and whole grains, has been known to be the epitome of health. Scientists have known for decades that people who eat these foods have lower rates of heart disease, cancer and other health issues.
Lady Soma supports the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. A portion of Lady Soma proceeds are donated on an annual basis to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Everyday there is a new woman who is diagnosed with breast cancer. One day there will be a cure that will help women around the world. We believe in increasing public awareness about good breast health and also asking others to help donate to find a cure for breast cancer. Please visit the Breast Cancer Research Foundation for information on how you can help.
Disclosure: This isn’t a sponsored post, all opinions are 100% mine. I wasn’t compensated or influenced in any way. I did receive products in exchange for an honest review.
Jessica
Lady Soma Hand & Nail Treatment Review
The Skin & Nail Treatment is a deep moisturizer that repairs dry and cracked skin. Specifically formulated for skin and nails, it promotes a soft supple cuticle, while repairing existing damage. Enhances nails for a shiny appearance and healthy looking cuticles. Treatment may also be used on hands and body to heal dry skin.
I have always had trouble with my cuticles splitting. I don’t know why, but they get really painful. I also tend to get those little painful hang nails on the very side of the nails. The ones you can’t rip off and bug me to death. Since I have been using this I haven’t had one split cuticle or hang nail!!
We all know that Cocoa Butter is beneficial to skin. We have seen it in tons of lotions and body washes. But have you ever seen it in a hand cream? I haven’t. I was SO impressed with this. It smells VERY sweet. You can smell the cocoa butter but it doesn’t have a distinct cocoa butter smell. It just smells like a natural sweetness.
I also tend to get dry hands. I know you have heard me say this over and over- because I HATE it. I actually get shivers when I touch something with dry hands. I always pack lotion or body butter EVERYWHERE. When I crochet- the yarn dries my hands completely and I need something to keep it hydrated, and this fit the bill. I loved it because it wasn’t greasy like most lotions and it wasn’t too much like body butters.
It is exactly the right consistency. It isn’t runny and isn’t too thick. I don’t find myself putting it on over and over. One handful can keep me good for hours, which is GREAT for me. I don’t want something I have to keep reapplying all the time.
I don’t usually apply nail polish to my fingernails because it makes my nails look depleted and unhealthy (after taking it off), so I avoided it at all costs. I decided to see if this would help me out with this little problem. Low and behold- it DID. I can now wear polish and take it off and not have to worry about my nails looking anything less than beautiful.
All in all my nails were WAY better looking, healthier, stronger, and seem to grow without breaking as much. My cuticles never split and hurt, and my skin lost the red tint beneath the nails.
You can wash your hands and still smell it. I usually have to reapply after washing dishes because my hands tend to dry from the dishwashing liquid. NO MORE Lady Soma says. They want you healthy and beautiful at all times and they have proven this to me in SO MANY WAYS. I love all the products I have tried.. They all PROVE that you can be beautifully naturally. Who needs or WANTS chemicals? Not me.
You can buy this for only $15 at the Lady Soma website.About
Lady Soma:
Lady Soma never uses theses ingredients:
Sulfates
Parabens
Propylene Glycol
Mineral oils
Silicone
Synthetic fragrance
Dyes
They ALWAYS use all natural ingredients in their products to help promote healthiness of the skin and body!!Click below to learn a little more about the ingredients they DO use:
Connect with Lady Soma:
Disclosure: This isn’t a sponsored review, all opinions are 100% my own. I wasn’t compensated for this post. I did receive products in exchange for an honest review.
Jessica
I was blown away with all of these products. I have never used a soap that did so much for my skin. Kristine’s Shower offer handmade body care items that are TOP quality and made from organic ingredients. She was kind enough to send me five products to review, and I have to say.. I loved them all!!What I received:
- Aloe Vera Body Whip
- Bar Soap
- Bath Bomb
- Shea Butter Body Frosting
These soaps start @ $1.99. They smell absolutely AMAZING, and what they can do for your skin is astonishing. I have never really been a big soap fan. I usually use body wash because soap leaves my skin really dried out. This soap was NOTHING like that. I was very impressed with this soap.
It is tightly wrapped in plastic, which keeps it from breaking into pieces. The design is AMAZING. The colors inside of it make it look so beautiful. It lathers and bubbles up very well, which was surprising for a soap bar. It smelled delicious. My skin was left soft and very smooth. Nice step for a body wash girl.
The best thing about these bars are that they are made in small loaves. The smaller loaves produce a better quality soap. 1 loaf of her soap makes 8 bars. I love that she makes so many different designs. They are all made with the best vegetable and nut oils to give you healthy glowing skin.
I love that you get so many choices in her shop. You can choose which scent you want and what size soap you would like.!!
Ingredients: Saponified oils of babassu, coconut, palm kernel, avocado, sunflower, castor and shea butter, ultramarines, clays & oxides (for coloring) and fragrance.
Price depends on your soap selection. Check the site here for price information.
Bath Bombs are absolutely my favorite bath product. I do not usually get to soak in the tub very much. Having two kids under 5 means VERY quick showers and half shaved legs.. LOL
But when I do get the chance to relax, I definitely want a bomb. They leave your skin feeling so soft, smooth, and scented. It’s a smell that you can’t get from lotions, soaps, perfumes, or body wash. It’s like a natural smell that clings and lingers to your body.
Aloe Vera Body Whip – Vanilla Sugar
The Aloe Vera Body Whip is amazing. It smells just like vanilla frosting. The consistency of the formula is better than some high quality lotions I’ve used. This says a lot about her business. She is here to make her customers happy. She isn’t just throwing the cheapest ingredients together to try and “fool” us.
All of these products really are top quality and smell heavenly. The Body Whip is a stunner. It is very well made, and perfect for dry skin. I have dry skin and it’s hard to find something that works without it being too thin, or too thick. I needed something that would stay put without having to wait 30 minutes or having to towel dry my body after. Most lotions and body butters will seep through your clothes leaving oily spots.
Ingredients: purified water, shea butter, coconut oil, e-wax nf, grain alcohol,aloe vera gel, fragrance & coloring
Ingredients:
Baking soda, citric acid, cornstarch, shea butter, coconut & palm oils, fragrance & coloring.
2.5 oz each – 2 inches in diameter
This was my FAVORITE. It has such an awesome feeling on your body. You can actually FEEL it exfoliating your skin. I used this everywhere. I used it on my face as an exfoliate and cleanser, and I used it on my scalp before shampooing to rid my hair of flakes.
I used it on my legs after shaving, which DID make my smooth hairless legs last WAY longer than usual. Usually I have to shave every other day because I have rapid hair growth. Having something to help with this was fabulous. Being a mom and not having adequate time to check for missed spots, I usually don’t find out until I put on shorts or capri’s that I have a long line of hair sticking up.. UGH.
With this I took the time to make sure I got it all, and then rubbed this on my skin. I don’t know how it does it, but I will definitely be buying more of this inthe future.
I’m not sure why, but my kids thought this was candy. I guess because of the different colors and the way it smelled. SO..needless to say, this is in my bag that hangs from the shower rod.. LOL
About Kristine’s Shop
Quality since March 2002!
Once you’ve tried my products, there is NO substitute.
You will always receive quality products from Kristine’s Shower & I wouldn’t have it any other way!
Using handmade soapchanged my skin forever. Not only are the bars beautiful to look at, but they smell good and what they do to for your skin cannot be described!
Prices start at $1.99!
Chances are the person who helps you will be the store’s owner, a local resident who will entertain your request for a price break even if it isn’t advertised. And the sales associates of small businesses are usually determined to ensure that your shopping experience is one you’ll want to repeat because they know that their livelihoods depend on giving you good customer service.
Disclosure: This isn’t a sponsored post. All opinions are 100% mine. I wasn’t compensated, although I did receive products in exchange for an honest review..
Thanks,
Jessica
The evolution of smooth™ a natural reason to smile“eos fits a woman’s sense of style and also lets her have fun in the process of getting more beautiful.”
I received 6 of the EOS lip balms.
Summer Fruit
Lemon Drop SPF 15
Strawberry Sorbet
Honeysuckle Honeydew
Medicated Tangerine
Sweet Mint
They are available for purchase at Walgreens, Target, EvolutionofSmooth.com.
To keep your lips looking and feeling healthy, they created this 95% organic, 100% natural lip balm that’s petrolatum and paraben free, just like you.
Packed with antioxidant-rich Vitamin E, soothing shea butter and jojoba oil, eos keeps lips moist, soft and sensationally smooth.
The lip balms are USDA-certified organic, and 100% natural. The spheres that they come in are super soft, ergonomic, and are also recyclable.
Honeysuckle Honeydew
Summer Fruit
Sweet Mint-
Tangerine
Lemon Drop
and Strawberry Sorbet
I have a habit of licking my lips most of the time, and it leaves them dry. If they end up getting too dry they crack and get cold sores. There are very few lip balms that actually help me. I have found SOME that help, but I usually end up losing them because I stick them in my pockets.
Most natural lip balms are either too soft or too hard in consistency. On the harder types, I have to practically press VERY hard to get any on my lips. The ones that are too soft do not tend to stay on very long. These are exactly the right consistency. They stay on WAY longer than most lip balms, they moisturize very well, and they smell amazing.
It tastes amazing, unlike most lip balms that SAY they do. The packaging is very well suited for dropping in your purse. I have never had to dig around for this. I can always just reach in and find it no matter where it is.
The Sweet Mint is amazing. It gives the tingle and relief to extremely dry lips as blistex does. My daughter rubbed my blistex all over the table, so I was without. I had a nasty cold sore from being sick and it kept burning. As soon as I applied the Sweet Mint the dryness was soothed and so was the burning.
All in all, I would definitely purchase these AGAIN and AGAIN. These are wonderfully made natural lip balms that help in every way possible. Overtime it has helped prevent dry and chapped lips, while helping take away the already existing chapping. LOVE IT!!
Disclosure: This isn’t a sponsored post. All opinions are 100% my own, and not influenced in any way. I did receive products in exchange for an honest review.
Jessica
Lady Soma Antioxidant Berry Masque Review
Lady Soma is an all natural company who supports women’s health in every product they make. Their skin care line includes the Renewal Serum, the Antioxidant Berry Masque, and the Skin & Nail Treatment.
Their supplements include the Lady Soma Detox, the Lady Soma Fiber Cleanse with Probiotics, the Candida Advanced Cleanse, and the Cranberry Concentrate with Vitamin C.
The Antioxidant Berry Masque ($32.99) is a captivating concoction of cranberries and blueberries. The berries enhance cell renewal and boostscollagen production. The berries contain antioxidant powers of Vitamins A, C, and E which helps cleanse and detox your face. =)
For antioxidants and exfoliators it isn’t usually safe for your face to use them more than once or twice a week. I have exfoliated too much before and it ended up making my pored HUGE and they stayed this way for quite a while. It burns your pores and cells. I used this as much as every other day and never noticed any harm done to my face.
I loved the way this smelled. You can smell the berries in it, and makes it a pleasing experience to use. I loved it. You could also feel it working. It tingles and burns a little, but that’s what it is supposed to do. It is cleansing your face of all the dirt. I actually liked the way it felt and left it on for more than the 8 minutes. I left it on for about 10.
If you are wearing make up, I would suggest using your usual face cleaner to wash that off before using any antioxidant or exfoliators (so you can get a better use).
I noticed my pores were WAY cleaner. I usually have trouble with blackheads on my nose. I have always had this as an issue area, and NOTHING has worked before. I have tried the blackhead strips, stridex, and face wipes. NOTHING. until now.
I am very pleased with this. Not only is it made in the U.S.A, it is 100% organic. The natural products make it have a pleasing smell. If you haven’t read my other natural product posts this year- chemicals from large companiesproducts seep into your skin, making your skin practically DRINK bad chemicals. These chemicals can eventually lead to hormone problems, infertility, and even cancer.
NOT FOR ME. I would rather use something that I know is safe. I want to live as long as I can. I am not trying to off myself before my time.. I have kids and want to see them grow to be in high school, go to college, and succeed in life. =)
About
Lady Soma is the trusted brand among healthy and active women.
When it comes to women’s needs, Lady Soma offers a comprehensive line designed to provide a woman with everything she needs. We are headquartered in New York City and are the leading provider of women’s health and nutritional supplements. Lady Soma products were designed to assist women in maintaining healthy and active lifestyles. We have been raising the bar in the women’s health industry by instituting truth in labeling, and ingredient safety. We take pride in our approach to ensuring quality through our commitment.
We created a strict line, to enable women to find the best solutions to their feminine and personal issues, whether it be for her body or skin. The word “soma” comes from the Greek language meaning “body”. Throughout history, the Mediterranean food and culture, rich in fresh fruits, olive oil, vegetables, fish and whole grains, has been known to be the epitome of health. Scientists have known for decades that people who eat these foods have lower rates of heart disease, cancer and other health issues.
Lady Soma supports the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. A portion of Lady Soma proceeds are donated on an annual basis to the Breast CancerResearch Foundation. Everyday there is a new woman who is diagnosed with breast cancer. One day there will be a cure that will help women around the world. We believe in increasing public awareness about good breast health and also asking others to help donate to find a cure for breast cancer. Please visit the Breast Cancer Research Foundation for information on how you can help.
Disclosure: This isn’t a sponsored post, all opinions are 100% mine. I wasn’t compensated or influenced in any way. I did receive products in exchange for an honest review.
Jessica
Spongeables Pedi-Scrub Foot Buffer Review & Giveaway
My Review:
I recently got a chance to review the Pedi-Scrub Foot Buffer in Lavender-Tea Tree Oil. The Spongeables Pedi Scrub Foot Buffer is a 4 in 1 sponge that will cleanse, exfoliate, massage and moisturize your feet.
I don’t have EXTREMELY dry feet, but I do have a tendency to get dry feet. I hate it. I hate the feeling of dry feet, and it usually comes with the colder months. You will see me spontaneously pulling my shoes and socks off and putting lotion or body butter on them. Dry skin gives me the shivers. I can’t stand it- not even on my hands.
Before I even opened the package, I could smell that awesome smell. I had never really smelled a lavender/ tea tree oil mix before. It’s relaxing, yet invigorating. The Tea Tree oil gives it a minty smell.. AMAZING.After you open it, you notice the flower shape. Very cute. It also gives it an amazing gripping effect. You can put your hands around it so well. After opening it- it will feel rock hard. No worries though, as soon as you get it wet, it softens up.
One side is used for exfoliation. You scrub the dead and drying skin off your feet. It also works well on bunions. I have been wearing high heeled boots a lot here lately. They do look amazing, but they were leaving my feet aching at the end of the day. Now with the massaging effects of this little beauty, no more aches and pains. Then I can slip into house shoes and forever feel grateful.
Now I can get into the bath or shower, soak my spongeable for a second, and then massage my feet while exfoliating at the same time. It does tickle. The exfoliation side does. I got over it after a second, and was glad I did.
I checked to see the driest spots before scrubbing, so I could make sure it worked well. After scrubbing- NONE of the dry skin was there. It was all gone, disappeared without a trace. How amazing is that? I love it. Especially since Spring and Summer are right around the corner. Nothing worse than wearing sandals or flip flops and having dry, rough skin on your feet.
The other side is for moisturizing and cleansing. I flipped it and rubbed my feet down with it. My feet smelled amazing, and felt the same way. Slipping on my socks- the socks even took the scent of the spongeable. They smelled like lavender for about an hour. My bathroom also smelled of it, ♥.
I have used this 3 times now, and there is no trace of the dry skin on my heels. My feet feel more relaxed, and I don’t have to look like a crazy lady, pulling my shoes off in the middle of the day applying lotion..
The package states that the Spongeables Pedi Scrub Foot Buffer has about 20 uses in it and I felt that was pretty accurate. You can grab a Spongeables Pedi Scrub Foot Buffer Duo Pack for $14.99.
This would be an amazing gift for your mom, your bestie, sister, or just to pamper yourself. Running after kids all day is NO joke. My kids can out energize me any day, and I don’t want my feet to show this, and now they don’t have to.
This is something that I will continue to buy on a regular basis, because you can use this 20+ times. It isn’t something that just dissolves your money, and will never use. If you have feet that ache for something more, you may have just found that something. I know I did. ☺
About:
Spongeables® Pedi-Scrub™ is the best thing to happen to feet since Manolo. One side is soft and gentle, infused with soap and aromatic botanicals to leave feet clean, fresh and sweet smelling. But the other side is where the action is. It’s pure bliss. Made to buff away dry, rough skin on heels and soles, shine up the toenails, and exfoliate dry skin, Pedi-Scrub’s scrubby-texture provides a stimulating massage that revives tired feet and leaves them tingling. The perfect antidote to stiletto pumps!
Two appealing fragrance choices — aromatic Lavender & Tea Tree Oil (pink Pedi-Scrub™), or revitalizing Citron-Eucalyptus (green Pedi-Scrub™), provide a touch of aromatherapy rejuvenation, leaving a hint of clean, herbal freshness on the skin. Pedi-Scrubs™ are available at drug, discount and chain stores around the world (MSR $6.99) or visit the website at www.spongeables.com
Social media links:
http://twitter.com/#!/Spongeables
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Spongeables/55272289116
http://spongeables.com/web/surprise.php
Discloure: This isn’t a sponsored post, all opinions are my own. I wasn’t compensated, although I did receive products in exchange for an honest review..
Jessica
7th Sole Boots Review & Giveaway
My Review:
I received the Jacobies EL-006 Black Inner Low Wedge W/Buckles Boot from 7th Sole. These shoes are $30.99 with free shipping.
These boots are inner wedge mid-calf boots. They are made of vegan leather, so if your worried about buying something that is animal cruel- you don’t have to worry. This is PURE vegan, no animals harmed in the making. =)
They have a wedge in the middle of the boot that gives a comfort like no other. It has a zipper on the inside (facing the insides of your legs).
These boots have 2 buckles on the outer side of the boot. (facing away)
I love them. They are SUPER comfortable. More than I can say about other boots I have. No tired feet at the end of the day. They are super stylish, love the way they look. They go with ANYTHING, whether you want to use these with a pair of jeans as I did, black jeans, black slacks, or whatever. In this picture I was wearing wide leg pants. You can roll your pants ONCE and then zip them up inside the boot.
There isn’t many boots that will allow you to wear wide leg pants tucked inside. You either see the bumps of the pants, they get all tangled up and start coming out the sides, or you can’t zip them. They fit perfectly inside, no problems.
They also look amazing with boot cut and skinny jeans. I have worn these boots with both, and they look stunning. They have a real leather look, but yet aren’t. They are such a great quality for a cheap price.$30.99 with free shipping? YES. The buckles make them look bad ass.
These look great with polos, tees, button ups, tanks, and everything in between. Usually with boots, you can only wear certain shirts because it just doesn’t look right. These boots are like an accessory for EVERYTHING.
Inside the boot is a very soft fabric. It keeps me warm in the winter, yet I can see it’s a breathable warm, so they could also be easily worn in the summer, spring, and fall. So, all year long you look your best FOR LESS.
I truly love how they fit. I wear 8.5 and that’s what I ordered. They have enough room that my feet aren’t bunched up. They aren’t too big where I feel like a clown flip flopping down the hall. They are AWESOME.
If you aren’t looking for buckled boots, they have plenty others to choose from. You can search by type of boot. Ankle boots, wedge boots, fur boots, Combat boots, etc..
Here are some I really like♥
Nature Breeze Lug-15 Faux Fur Black Lace Up Boot ($40)
Nature Breeze Cassidy-03 Black Buckle Slouchy Thigh High Wedge ($38.99)
They have more than just boots. If your looking for Purses and Handbags,Sandals, Heels, and more. They have different price ranges, and shipping is always free.
Shipping was fast. I got the boots within a couple of days. They were bubble wrapped, which I loved. It prevented the boots from coming out of the box and being torn up.
Customer Service was friendly, very helpful, and always super nice. Love this shop and will definitely be buying more boots soon.
About:
Established in October of 2009 by the Erazo Family. The company is named by the late, Ana Miriam Erazo. It was really her vision that sparked this adventure. She always wanted a business, but could never achieve it. As family we decided to achieve that dream for her. That is why we named the company after her. Our philosophy is simple: Customer Satisfaction! We are located in the Fashion District. We have customers in other States and Canada. It may not always be easy for them to fly to Los Angeles for a pair of shoes. So we decided to bring it to them. So this website is for you. We want you to be 100% satisfied. We have the latest fashion shoes, for women.
Your Source for Wild Diva Shoes At 7th Sole, we are excited to offer the latest fashions and brands you love at great discounts. Enjoy shopping for dazzling deals on products like Envy, Gomax, Coconut, Matisse, Two Lips, Wild Diva Shoes, Soda Shoes, Qupid Shoes and much more. You’ll be able to purchase some of the hottest shoes available from the comfort of your home. Don’t wait to find everything you need right here!
They also offer a physical store location located in the Fashion District in Downtown Los Angeles, 211 West 7th Street Los Angeles CA 90015 to be exact. If your ever in the area, you should drop by, and check out their selections. They will have you looking hot within minutes, I can tell you that.♥
Find them online:
Twitter @7thsole
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isclosure: This isn’t a sponsored post, this is my honest opinion. I did receive products in exchange for an honest review, but it didn’t influence it =).
GIVEAWAY
WIN: 7TH SOLE is generously offering one of my lucky readers a chance to win a pair of shoes (winners choice), priced $40 or less.
This will be part of my My Bday Bash/Fan Appreciation going live the 13th♥
Jessica
As a mom, I am always looking for fashion at a cheaper cost. I want to look good, but can’t afford to spend an arm and a leg on clothes. I have to budget what I buy, because I also have to buy for 2 kids.
When I seen 599fashion I was in awe. They have everything in their shop and nothing is over $5.99. How awesome is that? so your spending less and getting more.
I was fortunate enough to be able to work with them. I was sent a skirt, a shirt, and a hat. At first, I wasn’t sure whether the quality of the clothing was going to stand up fato my expectations. It did. The jean material on the skirt was definitely Strong, Durable, and not thin and cheap feeling. I loved the quality for the amount. You can’t beat that.
This is the hat that I received. I have been having a skull fetish lately, and this fit the bill. This hat is very comfortable. It doesn’t make my head itch from sweat or itchy materials. it fits snug, and can go with anything. It came in 3 colors, dark green, brown, and beige. I chose the brown one. I needed something to accentuate my camo look. =)
I received the butterfly skirt, which has a lace hem and decorative stitching butterflies. The denim is very strong and durable, which I love. Most places that sell denim for cheap (the denim IS cheap). But this wasn’t the case with 599. Everything is exactly the way you think it should be if you were paying top dollar for it. This skirt is awesome. The embroidered type butterflies are very detailed. Love how they compliment the skirt.
I also got to review the round neck fashion top with decorative necklace. I really like this shirt. It is an off the shoulder shirt, but it has straps that cling to your shoulders, and THEN has the off the shoulder part. Love the pink and black mix. The necklace is attached to the shirt. It is a chain and flower mix. =)
The best thing about 599fashion is that they get new shipments daily. You can look on the website one day and see something totally different from what you see the next time. Where they have great prices with high quality products, they sell very quickly. I would suggest getting the newsletter, to be able to keep up with what they are getting in stock.
Whether you’re a mom who wants to look beautiful without breaking the budget, or you want to do the same for your daughter. Whether your looking for a Birthday or Christmas gift- you can never go wrong with clothes. =)
Dresses, that feature many sizes, shapes, and designs. They have many colors, and embroidery choices. =) Spring and summer are right around the way, are you prepared?
I love this skirt- Comes in 5 different colors.
Love this outfit. It comes separate, but I love to make outfits..=D
They also sell clothing sets (like short jumpsuits), jackets, hosiery, sleepwear, bras, panties, and so much more =)
Don’t forget your accessories.
They sell cosmetics, which features eye shadow, nail polish, eye liner, bronzer..etc. They have so many different types of clothes. Whether your looking for something to wear to work, school clothes for your daughter, or just comfy clothes that aren’t costing an arm and leg.
They also sell shoes and handbags
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They have some awesome $1 items, mostly jewelry and headbands. They don’t just carry a FEW headbands and jewelry. They leave you options to choose what you love, and still have a great quality-but don’t blame me if you get addicted. =D
Disclosure: This isn’t a sponsored post. All opinions are my own, and not influenced in any way. I did receive products in exchange for an honest review. =)
Jessica
CustomT Couture Review
My Review
I have TONS of clothes. More than anyone should have- I admit. I can’t help it though, I need options. =) Out of all those shirts (100’s) this will always be my favorite.
Personalized stuff is so much better than wearing a regular old Tee shirt. I mean, why NOT make it yours? I designed this entire shirt and am absolutely in LOVE with it. I may be buried in this shirt one day (hopefully in the far far future.. =)
When I visited the Custom T Couture Website, I was in AWE. There are so many different way to customize shirts, that I spend all day redesigning mine. I added this and that, and then wanted this and that, and it ended up being too much, so I had to delete some.
The first thing I chose to put on my shirt was of course my name with Adam’s. We will be together 7 years this year and never ONCE have I made a shirt. I don’t know why, just haven’t gotten around to it. Now that I have, I love it.
There are 11 different fonts to choose from. I chose the distressed font. It looked great with the look I was going for. Then I was going for the skulls, because I can’t resist. It was so awesome, because EVERYTHING is customizable. I chose the green and black look. Not only can you customize the main art, you can customize the details. Made the skull Green and the star in the middle of the head black.
The other side is a green and black butterfly. It is a tribal butterfly. Very beautiful and again, I customized the details green, with the main skull Black.
The back has my name on it, in embroidered type letters. Then I added the Skull with the Green circle layout behind it. Above the Skulls head, I added thePrincess crown with Green Rhinestones.
I loved that I could view it on a model directly from the design space on the website. This help me be able to place everything exactly where I needed it to be. I wasn’t worried that I might have the letters or anything running off the sides of the shirt.
They have TONS of designs you can use to add flare and uniqueness to your shirt. They have tattoo images, pirates, bead art, rhinestones, embroidery, bead spray, and beaded text.
They let you choose shirt color and the type of shirt. So if your wanting a v-cut, regular t, or whatever- you have options. OPTIONS, OPTIONS, OPTIONS are everywhere. Which is what I like best. I love that they have so many details to add, so many things to embellish, and yet it isn’t expensive at all.
You will pay more for an airbrushed shirt from the mall than you will for everything that I added to this shirt. And I added quite a bit. Text, Images, Embroidery, and Rhinestones.
They even let you upload your own designs. So if your looking for a cheap place to make shirts for your business, a band, a reunion, or a party- this is definitely the site you need to go to.
They have a price summary right at the bottom, so you know how much your shirt is going to cost. This helps when your on a budget. I know at some websites, when they have something I like and I am adding stuff to it, I get a bit frantic. I am not sure how much it is going to cost. I don’t want to go to pay for it and then have to go back and take stuff off because I don’t have enoughmoney to cover. It’s embarrassing, and I avoid stuff like that at ALL costs.
I really like that they already have t-shirts that are designed and you just customize. This way if you are short on time and want a really awesome shirt, you can just add your name or whatever and Voilà your done! Gothic,Decorative, Bridal, Personalized and more.
Care: You hand wash these shirts in cool water inside out and lay them flat to dry. This keeps text from fading and keeps rhinestones from falling off.
About:
Custom T Couture is the new face of an old friend: Faraj Inc. Faraj Inc. has been at the cutting edge of embellishment techniques for over three generations.
We are constantly offering fashion designers innovative new ways to embellish their garments: Traditional Bonnaz Ribbon Embroidery, Laser Cutting, Caviar Beads, Glitters (Cracked Ice), Trims, Nail Heads, Stones, Pearls and much more.
Clients include Calvin Klein, Jessica McClintock, Betsy Johnson, Anna Sui and many others. Whether you are ordering one garment or one million, our experienced designers and production staff can help you bring your vision to life, creating everything from the initial sketch to the final product right here in our New Jersey factories.
Custom T Couture is a new venture for us. We will be constantly adding to and updating our library of designs and products, so please visit us often and always let us know how we are doing, as we love hearing from you.
They accept Visa, Master Card, American Express, and Discover at this time.
Design custom t-shirts online using swarovski rhinestone and beads. Featuring high quality t-shirt printing and thousands of t-shirt design ideas. Design your own t shirts, beaded t shirts and rhinestone t shirts online.
Disclosure:
This isn’t a sponsored review. All opinions are honest and completely my own. I wasn’t paid to write this. I did receive products in exchange for an honest review.
I want to thank Custom T Couture for being so awesome. For making it so the customers are ALWAYS satisfied. Everything I added was exactly where it was supposed to be, and the text is strong and dark.
Jessica
Pretty Girl Makeup Review
About Pretty Girl Makeup
Pretty Girl Makeup offers high quality lipsticks, lip gloss, blushes, bronzers and eyeshadows. We also offer bath products such as bath bombs, sugar scrubs, soy candles and gift packages. Pretty Girl is all about fun. It celebrates everything that is fabulous about being a girl! I have worked hand in hand with industry experts to produce the highest quality product available, combining vitamins, minerals, and essential oils.
I got to review 3 products from Pretty Girl Makeup. Aloe Vera Shea Butter Cream, Lip Gloss Treatment, and the double-ended smoky eye brush.
Vanilla Sugar Scented
Yummy Mummy Vanilla Sugar Aloe Vera Body Cream is loaded with soothing Aloe Vera and Shea butter to give your skin the nourishment it needs to stay extra pretty! Ideal for pretty mummies on the go to help with stretch marks, tired swollen feet and dry skin.
I received a small sample jar of the Cream. It looks like a tiny moisturizer tube or lip cream. The lid stays on very well. So if you want to throw this in your purse, to use for later, you don’t have to worry about it spilling out everywhere.
Although I don’t have stretch marks on my stomach, I do have them on my boobs. I went from a small B to a large C while pregnant with Adisyn. Although I wish I could have kept them =), They went back down after the pregnancy, and left marks.
This smells like it would be a lip balm or something, because it smells so wonderful. It rubs in easily, and isn’t gooey or too thick. You can smell it all day. I used it to rub on my hands and feet as well as the stretch marks. This can also be used to help sunburn in both mommies and babies.
This was amazing as a dry skin ointment. Vanilla Sugar amazement! ♥
Pretty Girl Lip Gloss Treatment
Comes in 4 fabulous shades that are suitable for all skin tones. A wonderfully heavy gloss with a long lasting formula that allows lips to stay glossy through all your Pretty Girl activities: lunch, business meetings, workouts, shopping, being mommy, cocktails and romantic dinners! Not only does this gloss provide a seductive sheen of color, it gives lips a moisturizing treatment.
Oh Honey! is the one I received. It is the perfect shimmery gold, and is named after Karen from Will & Grace. (I adore the show, and especially love Karen). It is made with Macadamia Nut Oil, Olive Oil, Shea Butter, and Grape Seed Oil. So it is only made with all natural products. =)
I just recently started wearing lipstick. I didn’t use it before because I couldn’t find the perfect shade. Pinks and Reds just aren’t my thing. Then I found a light brown shimmer that really brings out my face complexion.
The lipstick said it had built in moisturizers, but after only an hour or so, I felt it dry out. So I was reapplying it and adding chapstick or lip gloss on top. Most lip glosses make the lipstick run. This lip treatment doesn’t.
I add this lip treatment on top of the lipstick and I am set all day. The lip stick was kind of dry before, but with the lip treatment- it is moisturized and keeps my lipstick on very well.
You can also use this without a lipstick to get the perfect lip gloss look. It is quite thick, but that’s the answer. That’s how it doesn’t run and doesn’t fade within 30 minutes.
Two-in-one tool that you can use as an eyeliner to line the upper and lower lashes,the other end to add shadow in the crease of the eye or all over the lid.
This was my favorite product. I have a ton of mineral eye shadow, but the brushes weren’t holding onto the eye makeup very well. If you have ever put mineral eye shadow on without the right tools, you probably ended up with eye shadow on your face.
I did, it would drop onto my cheeks, or under my eyes. And if I already have face makeup on- I don’t want to have to try and wipe off the eye makeup and re-do my entire face and eye makeup.
This brush is AMAZING. It held onto the mineral eye shadow extremely well. I didn’t have drops on my cheeks or under my eyes. Only where it was supposed to go.
I loved that I could flip it and use the straight edged side for eye liner. I have a pretty gray (smoke out) I use on my lids and then use black (black death) for the liner. I was never actually able to use black death all that much because it was too much as an eye shadow, but is ABSOLUTELY AWESOME as an eye liner.
This tool lines PERFECTLY. All you do it dip it in the mineral eye shadow and then press to the lining of your eyelashes.
I will NEVER give this up- EVER. I love it too much. This is the perfect tool for using with mineral makeup.
Buy It: You can purchase Pretty Girl Makeup right on their website! The lip gloss I reviewed is $18, The Brush $26, and the Aloe Vera Yummy Mummy Cream $27 for the 8 ounce.
Make sure you don’t forget your best friend, mom, or sister on their birthdays or Christmas. They have an awesome gift box packages for each one. =)
Shipping was very fast, reliable, and everything was just the way it was supposed to be. Customer service was very friendly and quick to respond. I loved everything about the company.
All Made.By.Jess Readers get 25% off. use the word pretty in checkout area
Disclosure: This isn’t a sponsored post. This is my own opinion of the productsI received. I did receive products in exchange for an honest review.
I want to thank Pretty Girl Makeup for working with Made.By.Jess
Jessica
Niche Premium Hair Care Review #natural #organic
I had the chance to review the 8 oz. Moisturizing Shampoo and Conditioner in the plastic bottles.
You can choose from the plastic or aluminum bottles. The aluminum bottles are $5 more, but they look so awesome.
The smell- The smell is absolutely amazing. As soon as you open the bottle all you can smell is vanilla icing. Smells just like it.
The texture- It feels much like a dream. Even in your hands it feels silky and smooth.
I have been using the shampoo and conditioner for several weeks now and my hair has definitely become more manageable and silky. I love that it doesn’t leave my hair weighed down. Most moisturizing shampoo’s and conditioner’s do this to me.
The extra products in them, make my hair feel greasy and I have to re-wash it in just a small time period. When I use a shampoo and conditioner, I want something that is going to work without the greasiness. Who wants greasy hair?
It absorbs not only into the hair follicles easily, but also into the scalp. I love this. I have always hated how conditioners weighed down my hair, so I just started using conditioner on the bottom part of my hair and leaving the scalp out- Until Recently.
Kukui Nut is a concentrated superbly hydrating weightless moisturizer. It is well known for its rejuvenating and soothing effects without leaving oily residue behind. It has always been used in Hawaii, and just recently discovered by America. It is great for all hair types – even fine hair!
I also love that it is sulfate free.
Sulfates have been getting a lot of negativity recently. It is causing damage to hair follicles that is isn’t repairable. It is also said that when entered through the skin it maintains residual levels in the brain, lungs, heart, and brain. This could possibly cause damage if used long term.
So any cosmetics and cleansers that do not have Sulfates are a plus in my book. Niche is 99% organic and all natural. I even used these to wash my son and daughter’s hair.
I love the quality for the price. Who doesn’t want the best for less? I would rather pay for a product I love, rather than pay for the high advertising on one. These Niche products are high quality and yet aren’t too expensive.You can buy the shampoo and conditioner (8 oz) right now for $20.
They have more than just moisturizing hair products- they have plenty to choose from.
Strengthening Shampoo and Conditioners, Volumizing Shampoo and conditioner, leave in conditioners, and styling products.
If you enter “Special” at checkout. The special ends today.
About: Niche (Pronounced Neesh), is a collection of overly idealistic lovers of all that is hair and hair fashion. Niche is a Canadian Hair Productsmanufacturer, and not just a distributor, and therefore has total control over its process and products. We use this awesome power to make sure ourproducts are of such quality that we can sleep at night knowing we’ve done our best for our clients.
Niche is a new company, but is also a division of an established organics laboratory which has been manufacturing some of the best organic product lines in the world for 20 years. We thought it was about time we had our own “Niche” and this is how we became Niche, the hair care company.
Niche Professional Hair products is based in Vancouver, B.C., Canada. A city of amazing beauty and charm. A city which loves our environment and is passionate about protecting it, as we are at Niche.
Niche is not the usual corporate entity. Niche’s products are made right in our own city and our ingredients are sourced locally.
Niche is at the forefront of packaging change in promoting and using aluminum instead of plastic. If you don’t know why we would do this, just look up Great Pacific Garbage Patch, here’s a link to Wikipedia to get you started:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Great_Pacific_Garbage_Patch
Why Choose NICHE PREMIUM HAIRCARE?
- We are a lab which, for almost 20 years, has specialized in organic formulations.
- We use very high concentrations of ingredients like USDA Certified Organic Tea Tree Oil, Lavender Oil, Shea Butter, Essential Oils and Botanical Extracts.
- Our products contain an average of 98% organic ingredients, with most being over 99%
- You don’t pay for brand name advertising campaigns, you pay only for the extremely high quality products you receive.
- High end salons and spas carry these products because they recognize the value represented in quality products.
- You cannot find higher quality hair care products at any price.
- In economic times like these, can you really afford to pay top dollar for products which spend far more on advertising than they do on their products? We don’t think so.
Disclosure: This isn’t a sponsored post, I wasn’t paid for this. I did receive products in exchange for an honest review.
Jessica
Lady Soma Renewal Serum Review
I had the opportunity to review the Lady Soma Renewal Serum. The Serum is designed to penetrate into skin using a concentrated dose of Hyaluronic Acid, which is known as the “renewal formula” for promoting cellular production and hydration. Designed for smoother, glowing skin.
The bottle is a classy little clear bottle with a pump action top. I love that it only releases tiny drops at one time. With this serum a little bit goes a long way. You take a couple of drops and rub it into your face and neck skin after washing.
You can use this morning or night, or both. I used it probably more thandirected because it is an awesome make-up primer I think. I would wash my face in the morning, let it dry and then rub the serum in. I’d let that dry for a minute while brushing my hair.
Then, I’d sit down to put my make-up on. I love how it protects the skin. I felt like it was keeping the make-up from clogging my pores, while holding it in place. Hours later I would check my make-up and it would still look as fresh as when I put it on. I love that.
I have been using this for quite a while, and am addicted to this. I don’t see how I could ever find something that works this well.
My skin feels smoother, feels tighter, and my pores seemed smaller. It smells awesome, and is even has a silky feel on your fingertips. It feels like tiny little silk bubbles that your rubbing into your skin.
I love that it is organic. I love all companies that try and make their productssafe. I don’t want to rub something all over my face that has a millionchemicals in it. This is made from Witch Hazel, Organic Aloe Vera, Vitamin A,Vitamin E, and fruit extracts.
This is definitely something I would like to add to my daily beauty routine. Something that I feel helps build the cells in my skin, and enhancing the collagen and elasticity, I truly love Lady Some products. Every single productI’ve tried has wowed me to the end.
If your looking for organic face care, Lady Soma is the place to go. They also offer a Skin and Nails treatment that I will be writing the review on this week. I love them all. Very good quality organic products that smell good and work great.
About:
The Renewal Serum penetrates deep into the dermal layer of the skin to repair damaged skin. The serum stimulates the development of new skin cells with the power of Hyaluronic Acid & Vitamin A. The formula diminishes the appearances of lines, minor scars, age spots, and sun damage for fresh looking skin. It may be used as a skin brightener to restore complexion and enable an even skin tone.
Disclosure: This isn’t a sponsored post, I wasn’t compensated in any way. I did receive products in exchange for an honest review.
Jessica
Diane Lai Natural Skin Products Review #organic #natural
I was fortunate enough to get to work with Diane Lai products for a review.
I was sent 4 items for review. I received the Soothe All natural moisturizingcream, rejuvenate all natural daily moisturizing lotion, the body wash, and the Moist Lip Balm (unscented).
it has a clean soap smell and comes in a plastic bottle with a pump action top. It only gives as much as you need out of the pump. It doesn’t overload you with so much that you have to wipe it on a towel or washcloth.
I not only used this as a face moisturizer, but as a make-up tool. I went to get me some new foundation. I was in a hurry and chose one that is a little darker than my face. You can tell too, so I used this as help.
I would squirt some foundation on the sponge, squirt the cream on top. Rub them together, and it cut back on the color. Just enough that I needed. It was exactly the shade of my skin. I really liked it.
You can use the cream not only for adults, but for kids and babies as well. This is an organic product with no chemicals. I wouldn’t be surprised if you could use this as a soother for rashes in babies.
The Rejuvenate Daily Moisturizing Lotion
Also comes in a plastic bottle with a pump action top. It is a larger bottle than the cream, and gives you more when you pump the lotion out. Most lotions these days have tons of dyes and fragrances that contain chemicals you would never even think twice about putting on your skin.
Now that most consumer’s are going towards organic and natural- the companies are hearing the calls. They are creating safe to use products that contain nothing but organic, natural products that not only help your skin but is good for it.
The lotion isn’t greasy, or very watery. It seems to have the substance that I need as a lotion. I am ALWAYS seen with a bottle of lotion in my purse. I hate having dry hands, it gives me goose bumps. This pump action lotion makes it easy to throw in my purse and head out the door.
I don’t have to worry about it squeezing out in the bottom of my purse, or the bottle busting. The top closes perfectly around the pump top, so it doesn’t just pop off.
It doesn’t have a fragrance, it just smells like a “clean” smell. I also used this on the bottom part of my hair as a “fly away” tamer. The organic productskeep hairs in place and keeps them from frizzing up on me. Because it is lightweight, it doesn’t give my hair a weighed down look.
I loved both of these products. I thought the product was VERY high quality and was awesome because I can also use it on my kids.
The Body wash is made with shea butter, lavender oil, Pomegranate extract, leaf extract, and ginseng extract. You can smell the citrus mixed with lavender when you pop the top of the easy squeeze bottle.
It is clear, which means no dyes or synthetic fragrances. It is thick (but not too thick) and silky feeling. It suds up well, making bubbles easily. It is awesome that I can use the same body wash for myself and my kids.
I usually buy a separate for them because of all the additives in mine. I also squirted a little under the water for a bubble bath for them, and it worked well. Not filling the bath with suds, but enough they could splash and play.
The Moist Lip Balm (Unscented)
It is made with fruit oil, honey, coconut oil, organic white beeswax, and olive oil.
The Lip Balm did keep my lips moist. I always have dry lips. I tend to also carry a couple chapsticks around in the pocket of my purse. I lick my lips, they dry out and crack. They end up burning, which I hate. I don’t mean to make my lips dry out, it’s just a habit I’ve had for awhile now.
I had to press down on my lips harder than normal because it is all natural products, but it did work well. It didn’t break up or fall off in the tube, so it is blended quite well. I wish it had some kind of soothing effect, like a mint blended in, but this chapstick is just for everyday use, and not for extreme chapped lips.
I love that these products have no dyes, no chemicals, no synthetics inside. I love that they are all natural, organic products that are safe to use even on the baby. It is hard to find a product that you can use on both.
Disclosure: This isn’t a sponsored post. All opinions are my own, and not persuaded in any way, I did receive products in exchange for an honest review.
Jessica
Scandle Body Massage Candle Review
Scandle body massage candles are such a relaxing treat. Are you fond of body massage oil and fragrant spa candles? Then you’ll love these Scandle Massage Candles.
The Scandle Candle is definitely unique from any other body massage oils or candles out there. Why? Because it is perfect. It can be used as a body moisturizer, body massage oil, or a rich lotion filled with Vitamin E for soothing Mani’s or Pedi’s.
The candles are hand-poured soy candles that is very fragrant. When the candle is lit and starts to burn it melts to create a healthy body oil. This enhances overall skin health.
It is also earth-friendly. Because it is made with Soy wax, it puts off less soot and toxins than other candles.
As soon as I opened the candle tin, I got a nice minty like aroma. It was white/clear and had a very nice wick.
When we used them, we lit them 15-20 minutes before. This gives it time to melt down into the oil used for the massage. Adam works really hard outside all day, so I treated him with a massage. He was skeptical at first about me pouring a burning candle on him.
He thought he was going to be burned, and freaked out. But the candle only heats up to body temp, so NO it didn’t burn him.
He said that it relaxed him GREATLY. The oils made it easier for me to grip hismuscles the right way. I have carpel tunnel (getting it) and my hands and bones in my hands stay stiff all the time. This was a nice way for me to show my appreciation to Adam without hurting myself.
It nourished his skin, leaving it silky smooth. It never made him feel greasy or sticky. Which is a plus. Normal lotions and oils don’t “melt” into the skin the way this does. It seems to disappear into the skin, not stay on top.
We left it on our headboard for the time being. I would crawl into bed, and smell that invigorating minty smell and love it. I loved to sleep beside it. It wasn’t even lit. Just sitting THERE and I could still smell it’s amazing- ness.
I will definitely be adding to my collection. I have almost used this one up, and sad to see it go. They have tons of different smells to choose from, which is a plus.
During holidays, they also add NEW limited time smells that go with the holiday. I love it. For Valentine’s they had Sugar Kisses and Chocolate dipped strawberry. =) YUM
I am so ready to try the love spell, warm vanilla sugar, and fig & brown sugar. I’m sure I’ll end up buying them all. =)
About Scandle Candle
Scandle LLC is committed to providing our customers with high-grade, spa quality, skin care products that are made with the industry’s most natural ingredients – no petroleums or mineral oils,100% Vegan, drug-free, & cruelty-free.
At Scandle LLC, we believe that nature provides us with it’s own healing and restorative properties and have harnessed the power of nature through our collection of unique, high-quality, eco friendly, green spa and beauty products.
Since its inception in 2005, The Scandle Body Massage Candle & Shimmering Lotion Candle has been received in the spa and beauty industry as, “The first and only candle that is truly healthy for your skin & the environment.” In addition to aromatherapy candles, massage oils, and moisturizers; Scandle has expanded it offerings to include Dead Sea Salt Scrubs & Soaks, Perfumes, items for Manicures & Pedicures, and more.
Scandle, LLC’s corporate offices are conveniently located near Dallas, TX next door to The Mary Kay, Inc. corporate offices in Addison, TX.
Buy it:
Head on over HERE!
You can find and follow Scandle at the following places:
http://www.twitter.com/scandlecandle
http://www.linkedin.com/in/scandlecandle
http://www.youtube.com/thescandlecandle
Disclosure: This isn’t a sponsored post. All opinions are my own and completely honest. I did receive products in exchange for an honest review.
Jessica
Headline Tshirts Review & Giveaway
About:
At Headline Shirts, we’re obsessed with making intelligently funny tees and apparel. While that makes us lousy dinner guests, it makes us really good at making smart, great-looking stuff that you won’t find anywhere else.
Our Vintageblend™ tees are hand-sewn right here in San Francisco, CA, using a super-soft, poly/cotton blend. As you might expect from a bunch of West Coast tree huggers, we use only Eco-friendly inks and materials right down to the compostible bags we ship them in.
We’re pretty sure you’re going to like what you get from us. But if you don’t, let us have it. We want to do whatever it takes to fix it (unless that involves being the getaway driver in a heist or something).
Oh, and that baboon you see in the photos? You’re wondering who that is, aren’t you? That’s our chief of operations, Robert. Robert Baboon. (Don’t call him “Bobby” — he insists on Robert.)
My Review:
I love graphic tees, I always have. I love to wear something amusing, something that can make people chuckle.
I love that you can either shop by style or sizing. Some people may want to search for items in their size before purchasing. Whether they want a Women’s Medium, or a Man’s Small.
But then some people want to look at the choices first, and may get a bigger size if the shirt is what they want, and they aren’t leaving without it.
And that’s all you’ll find here- is funny, thought provoking shirts. They have so many interesting designs, that you’ll definitely want more than one.
I reviewed the relentlessly awesome shirt.
and that’s exactly what it is. unyieldingly severe awesomeness.
I love the shirt. They are hand-made right in California. The inks that are printed on the shirts and all materials used are eco-friendly.Their bags are also compostable, and a conscious company is always a plus in my book.
The shirt is made with an
50/50 xtra-soft poly/cotton and is extremely soft and allows your skin to breath. The fabric makes the shirt form fitting and doesn’t “sag” after a couple washes. This has went through the cycles many times, and the text hasn’t faded.
The shirt makes me FEEL awesome, if you can even imagine that. It makes me chuckle to myself every time I wear it. Being awesome is a hard responsibility and one I am willing to accept. =)
I did have the desire to have a shirt that alerted people of how unyielding awesome I am. Am I being too into “me”. I think not. I think being awesome is something everyone should be. Then maybe, just maybe- we wouldn’t have to deal with buttheads on a daily basis.
The shirt is tagless. So no itchy scratchy tags here! No wanting to rip the sucker off because it has become such a bother. Yep! Awesomeness is true form right here.
The shirts are screenprinted and shipped within 1 day. They have a sizing chart on the website, so that you make sure you get the perfect fit. Whether you’re buying for yourself- or buying for a gift.
I should really get Adam this shirt. Say ‘Tweet’ Again
I use all these things that he doesn’t know and doesn’t care to know. You don’t even want to know what they were saying. =)
For only $24- why not SHOW the world something about you?
Headlines is amazing, and addicting. I love so many of their shirts, that it was hard for me to choose.
Head on over and pick a fav.
Disclosure: This isn’t a sponsored post. All opinions are my own. I did receiveproducts in exchange for an honest review.
The Giveaway
One lucky Made.By.Jess reader will win a shirt of choice with free shippingfrom Headlines.
- Shirt of choice
Fight Bone Loss with Fembody Advanced Bone Activator Review
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We all have daily worries, but should bone health be one of those worries? I think not. As moms, women, wives, sisters, etc.. we have enough to worry about.
Osteoporosis is a big deal. A VERY big deal.
“The NOF, the leading consumer and community-focused health organization dedicated to the prevention of osteoporosis and broken bones, says that a woman’s risk of breaking a hip is equal to her combined risk of these three devastating female diseases.” Which are Breast, Uterine, and Ovarian Cancer. (From the FemBody Website)
The risk factors for osteoporosis are very well known. Being a female that has gone through menopause and is small framed. Although you can’t control THESE risk factors, there are still steps you can take to reduce your risk.
Exercising as much as you can and taking Vitamin D and Calcium pills. As well as drinking and eating foods with Calcium and Vitamin D in them are some of the steps.
I really liked that it not only preserves and protects your bones, but it also offers 2% in bone material density and 300-400% increase to grow and produce new bone.
I have never seen another product like this before. Not one that can preserve, protect, and help the growth of new bone material.
Osteoporosis runs in my mom’s side of the family. My maternal grandmother had this, and I am pretty sure that I am a good candidate for it. When I am at the age of menopause, I will have all 3 of the risks. I will be female (of course) at the age of (after) menopause) and thin framed.
I want to do everything I can to promote my bone health while I can. I don’t want to have to worry years down the road if I drank enough milk or ate food with enough vitamins to get the protection I need. I don’t want to worry about falling and breaking something.
I used this as instructed on the bottle. 3 tablets daily. 1 tablet in the morning, and 2 in the evening (with food). Although you can’t tell whether your bones are healing (obviously) I did feel much better and stronger when taking the Bone Activator.
I feel that they are being true to their word. I researched the ingredients, and obviously they have what is needed to preserve bone material as well as help with the growth of it.
They are slightly large pills, but they aren’t hard to swallow with water. They also don’t have a strong taste or smell like most vitamins out there. These are all pluses in my book. I hate vitamins that smell like horse hay and get hooked in my throat (gag).
I would recommend these to you. I feel like I am doing good by taking them. I feel way better than I did when I wasn’t. I feel more whole and stronger. I feel like I have more energy and overall in better health.
You can buy them for 39.99 at the Fembody Website here
*Warning* Keep out of reach of children. Do not use if outer seal is broken or missing. Do not use if pregnant or nursing. Do not use if you are allergic or contraindicated to aspirin. Discontinue use two weeks prior to surgery or if stomach upset occurs.
I would also love to try their Hair, Nails, and Skin Beauty Activator. It is only 24.99
- All natural Bamboo Extract, nature’s richest source of silica
- Nourishes hair, skin and nails naturally
- 3000mcg of Biotin scientifically proven to support healthy hair and nails
- Cysteine for healthy hair and nails foundation
- Opti-MSN for skin repair
- All-natural
Disclosure: This isn’t a sponsored post. I wasn’t compensated in any way. I did receive products in exchange for an honest review.
I want to thank Fembody for working with Made.By.Jess
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Jessica
JoonieBeads #Etsy #Handmade Review 
I want to introduce you to an awesome Etsy shop who makes handmade jewelry, with an equal awesome owner. =)
Jooniebeads Treasures is about giving every woman the chance to feel special, every day. My goal is to create a host of pieces that add a little something to the daily jeans and Ts or top and slacks and then throw in a bit of sparkle for those special occasions and keep doing it at prices that the every woman can afford.
About Amy- I think the fact that I hate writing about myself probably says more about me than I could ever say in words, but Ill give it a shot. I am an Army wife, retired homeschool mom, artist. I love to read and travel, I would rather be on the beach with my husband than anywhere else. For now though I am usually at home working on my Etsy shops, out honing my photography skills or curled up with my cat reading a good book. We recently moved to Fort Knox, Ky, after 6 years living in Texas and Georgia the cold has me shivering indoors a lot, so I have plans for my shops to grow.
My Review*
I truly believe that a woman should feel beautiful every day of their lives. Not just holidays or special occasions, but every minute of the day. HOW? Wearing jewelry you love of course. When you are wearing something that makes you FEEL confident, you are more likely to BE confident.
I was sent the Dangling Hearts Earrings to review. These earrings are made with gold, silver, and copper hearts dangling from an antique chain. These earrings are an $18 value with only $2 to ship. An Amazing deal if I must say so myself.
As you can see in the picture, it has clasp backs. I love this. I don’t even want to mention how many LOST earrings I have because they just had the regular hook backing. These STAY put no matter what. I even fell asleep in them after a hard night of work, and NO LOST EARRINGS.
I love that they match everything I own. You can wear these earrings with any outfit combination and it wouldn’t look out of place. They just naturally go with everything because of the metals. Even though they ARE made from metals, they aren’t heavy. They don’t weigh down ears and make you feel like you need to take them off after a couple of hours.
I have an allergic reaction to most earrings and other jewelry. I get these little red bumps and my ears itch like CRAZY if I don’t get the right kind. These are obviously the RIGHT kind, because no itchy red little bumps for me. 
I enjoyed wearing them. I love the dangle and heart mix. So classic yet so elegant. I had tons of people say they loved them and planned to purchase some in the future (for themselves or for others).
Even if you don’t wear dangles, your sister, daughter, cousin, best friend, or someone else may. These are the PERFECT gift. I loved the way Amy packaged the earrings. They were sent in a box with the cutest little ribbon andpersonalized owl sticker on it.
I really love all of her handmade jewelry. It looks so classy and stunning and yet isn’t expensive at all.
I love that she mixes it up. She uses metal, fabric, plastic, and wood. This makes shopping fun. I could choose an item for each of my friends, family, and even would be a great teacher gift. (How is there an easier way to shop) when you can find it all in one place and pay low shipping prices?
She makes everything. Whether it be necklaces, bracelets, earrings, or rings.
I really love the turtle earrings and asked Adam to buy them for my birthday next month. WHY?Because when my son was a tiny baby (during the first ultrasound) he looked exactly like those turtles (I SWEAR). =)
I also want to buy the Blue Glass Pearl Braceletfor my mom. She would love it, and is always looking for classy items that aren’t going to break her.
I loved working with Amy. She has such an amazing talent, and she is nice as can be. Shipping was WAY fast. I wasn’t expecting to get anything for at least a week. NOPE.. Mailman showed up unexpectedly. I love that! Ordering an item and it showing up before you THINK it will? Yes, sir. I’m all for that.
I also love that there are so many ways to pay. I only have a paypal account, and there have been plenty of shops I couldn’t purchase from. They missed my business because they didn’t accept paypal.
- Money Order
- Check
Check her shop for other new items.
http://www.etsy.com/shop/jooniebean
Also find beautiful flowers and other scrapbook and greeting card embellishments on Etsy at..
http://www.etsy.com/shop/ScrappyFlorals
Be sure to follow Amy on:
and ♥ her shop..
Disclosure: This isn’t a sponsored post. All opinions in this post are my own and completely honest. I did receive products to review in exchange for an honest review, however receiving products do not influence the review.
I want to thank JoonieBeads for working with Made.By.Jess.. We will definitely be keeping in touch and buying some more lovely jewelry.
Jessica
Exfoliating Minerals Facial Cleanser Review #Natural Facial Cleanser
This luxurious soap-free non-gritty gel AHA facial cleanser goes on smooth and rich to leave your skin softer, cleaner, balanced and better prepared to defend itself. Powered by rich ingredients from nature, this unique cleanser rejuvenates dull skin and visibly firms and perfects the skin. It’s loaded with calming and desensitizing ingredients to provide a truly clean feeling and will not leave residue on your skin. Since it’s so gentle, this product is a great sensitive skin cleanser and dry skin cleanser. Exfoliating Minerals alpha hydroxy face cleanser is gentle enough to use twice a day.
My Review
Facial Cleansing has been brought to a new exciting level withExfoliating Minerals. I have been struggling with Combination skin all my life. Oily on my nose and lower jawbone, and dry on my forehead and cheeks. I tried every facial cleanser available and nothing worked until now. Some left my skin too oily, other’s too dry. Nothing worked like I needed it to. Exfoliating Minerals worked perfectly.
Your not really supposed to exfoliate your skin every day because it isn’t good for the skin. You are supposed to do it maybe 3 times a week at the most because dirt build-up doesn’t happen everyday and it could hurt your skin. The Exfoliating Minerals face wash is only made with natural ingredients, and it doesn’t have the exfoliating beads, so you can use it 2 times daily if you wish.
Exfoliating with Exfoliating Minerals is extremely easy. You do not have to use very much because it is watery. It rubs in with ease, and has an awesome citrus smell. The citrus wakes up my brain in the morning, and leaves me with smooth feeling skin. I placed a dab on a wet warm washcloth, and rubbed it in tiny circles. The warm washcloth is an exfoliator by itself. The fabric in the washcloth naturally rids of dirt and build-up. So mixed with the facial cleanser, I was one smooth faced woman. =)
I used it daily, most of the time 2 times a day. I hate washing my face with soap and the other face cleansers weren’t working GREAT. I mean, they kept me from breaking out, but most were drying out my skin. I didn’t like this because I was having to use twice as much moisturizer before putting makeup on. If I didn’t I would notice my makeup beginning to peel and shed in my dry areas. With this face cleaner, I don’t have to worry about it. My make-up doesn’t shed, and I don’t have to keep dabbing at my oily area’s.
The Exfoliating Minerals wash has AHA in it. If you don’t know what AHA is, it is Alpha Hydroxy Acids. It is well known in the cosmetic industry, because it helps reduce wrinkles, reduces signs of aging, and gives a better overall look and feel to skin. It removes dead skin cells, increases collagen production, and improves texture.
Exfoliating Minerals has hit face cleaning right on the dot. How could I not love a product that truly cleanses without over drying, or leaves my face oily? Now I can wear my make-up with pride and not have to constantly check it. It is a little on the expensive side because it is “natural” and doesn’t contain chemicals, but it lasts a VERY long time.
It is the BEST of the BEST, very awesome product that I would say would be a great gift for those diva’s in your life. Whether it’s yourself, your daughter, or a best friend. They will continue to thank you for this, because their overall facial look will continue to improve.
Disclaimer: This isn’t a sponsored post, I wasn’t compensated. I did receive products in exchange for an honest review. Although I did receive a product, it would never influence my thoughts about the products.
Buy It: Exfoliating Minerals Facial Cleanser is available in a 4oz tube. $48.00.
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I want to thank Exfoliating Minerals for Working with Made.By.Jess.
-Jessica
Shielo Hair Products Review #Natural #Organic
About Shielo: Shielo Hair Care and Technology was first created in 2001 in New York City. When stylists had the need for more voluminous styles, while including the effort to enhance and fortify hair care products with volumizing and color protecting elements. In 2007 Shielo became available in their clients homes and was first sold online. Towards the end of the 2008, the Color Protect line was launched which today remains a product winner in many categories for color protection and shine.
Shielo strives to create products with integrity and preserve the enviornment. All Shielo products are cruelty free and use post-consumer recycled and recyclable packaging.
The Antioxidant Leave-in Protectant
This antioxidant rich leave in protectant is designed to fortify every strand of hair, creating texture, as well as protect your color-treated hair from the elements. Our unique protective complex with pro-vitamins, proteins andamino acids infuse hair with vitamins while providing UV protection. For deeper natural and color-treated hair color. Excellent in eliminating frizz and protecting hair from styling tools.
My Review
I love straightening my hair. I love the way it makes my hair so sleek and shiny, but it the damage can be EXTREME- It can burn or singe your locks. If you want to protect your hair and keep it from looking damaged, dried out, or burned- you need to have a really good product to protect you.
I seriously think the Shielo Antioxidant Leave-in Protectant isthe answer. Why? Because it is designed with antioxidants that fortify your hair. UV Protectants and natural antioxidants from White Tea enhance color protection. This keeps the sun from bleaching your hair or lightening it too much, and damaging it. It keeps you hair smooth and shiny while protecting your hair from the heat of styling tools, whether it be blow dryer, curling iron, or straightener. The shea butter adds a protective barrier to seal the hair shaft, keeping moisture in and damage out.
Mist into towel-dried hair, and comb from root to end. I also sprayed it on my hair when it wasn’t all the way dry and then blow-dried it. It left me with AMAZING hair. The organic extracts in this leave-in are unbelievable. It keeps my hair smooth all day. Even if it does start frizzing because of heat in the summer (when summer comes), you can spray this in your hair many times during the day.
I love that I spray this in and style later, and it makes my hair EXTREMELY more manageable than if I hadn’t used it. Last year you couldn’t catch me straightening my hair (maybe 2 times ALL YEAR.) I didn’t want it damaged because when I cut my hair, I donate it to the Locks of Love. I didn’t want to give them anything but the best. So I stop styling my hair with heat, and stopped dying it. I had tried different protectants but all I got was oily hair. So the best thing for me was to just stop using heat.
(Damaged Hair)
I also use this as a detangler, although I don’t get many now that my hair is shorter, but god how I wish I had heard of this when I had super long hair and kids. I don’t even WANT to mention how many tangles I got because I was constantly throwing my hair in a messy bun to keep the kid’s from pulling it.
Since this New Years, I have been styling with a blow dryer here and there, a straightener just about every other day, and a curling iron weekly. I love that I can just re-spray this in and re-straighten it. Or Spray it in before blow-drying and then again before straightening or curling.
My hair felt nothing but clean, fresh, and invigorating when using Shielo. I have NEVER have a hair product work so well for me. I love how STRONG it is as a protectant but yet LIGHT on your hair. Leaving me with flowing hair that I love, without the oiliness of other protectants.
I love that it is only $19.99. This is an amazing product and getting it for that cheap is awesome. Or you can buy 3 for $48.00.. Very awesome deal. If you buy them separately, you’ll be paying $60. You should definitely take advantage of the sale.
The Root Lifting Flexible Design Hair Spray
Volumizing hair spray designed for enhancing lift and structure. It has a weightless design, which is used for for creating flexible voluminous styles. Provides soft to medium hold.
Key Ingredients
• Strong keratin and wheat amino acids to boost hair from the root.
• Soy Protein provides structure for thin or weak hair.
• Hyaluronic acid strengthens, conditions and replenishes hair providing flexibility and shine.
• Aloe Vera, Ginko Biloba, Witch Hazel and Biotin nourish the scalp and hair follicle for reducing hair loss or thinning.
Directions: Mist about 8-12 inches away from hair. For healthier, thicker hair, use Shielo Voluming Shampoo and Volumizing Conditioner prior to use.
My Review
I hate hair spray’s that pin your hair to your head and will NEVER EVER move no matter what. I like my hair to look natural and flexible. I want my hair to be able to be brushed through the day, not so stiff that I think my brush might actually fly into a million pieces all the while tearing my hair to pieces.
I didn’t EVER actually curl my hair before Shielo. I wanted to- I desperately did, it just never worked for me. My curls would fall out within the hour, and I would be left with hair that just looked messy and slouchy. Not my thing, so I avoided it altogether. I hated trying to style with hairspray because my hair would end up tangled and smelling like aerosol.
With the Shielo hairspray, I was in love. I didn’t have to spray very much (which makes it last FOREVER it seems). I didn’t have to spray it on every single curl. I just spritzed some in my hair before I curled it, and wa-lah. Done deal, done right. They couldn’t have made me happier. You just don’t know how long I have searched for a product like this. I have always wanted to have curls that didn’t sag, look messy, or plain didn’t take at all.
With shielo, I actually had fun styling my hair. It wasn’t a CHORE like it is with so many other products.. I literally hated it because in the end I would end up getting frustrated with the end result and just re-washing my hair.
I have been using Shielo for OVER a month now, and was always satisfied. See the above pictures? These are the onlypictures EVER with curls in my hair. The curls stayed ALL day, even after I threw my hair in a ponytail to give the kids a bath. After I took it down, I brushed it and the curls popped back into place.
I love love love this. I have NEVER found a flexible hair spray actually so flexible. Sure, a lot of companies talk big game, but that’s it. They didn’t walk the walk for me. My hair was still not at the point I wanted it be with the other’s. Shielo doesn’t BRAG, they SHOW, and that’s what I love about a company. A willingness to let their CUSTOMERS talk for them, and I sure will.
You can buy an eight ounce bottle for $18.99. SO you aren’t only getting an awesome product, but you are getting it CHEAP. and I mean CHEAP CHEAP. I haven’t seen a price on something this awesome in a long time. Most companies want to talk all that smack and charge $30 for hair spray, when in reality, cheap is better in this circumstance.
Why pay more, when you don’t have to? I love finding awesome products that I can add to my daily beauty regimen that doesn’t cost me an arm and a leg. I have kids, and I couldn’t possibly spend more on hair products then I should. I have a budget and want to stick to it.
Even when just straightening my hair, I used the hair spray. I sprayed it on (after the leave-in) and got to styling. My hair was never frizzy, always clean looking, and held place all day.
I usually have the problem with FLAT hair on top. I don’t know why, but I’ve tried other root lifters and they didn’t work as well. They left the roots of my hair greasy, and who wants greasy hair? With Shielo, it has Strong Keratin and wheat amino acids to boost the hair from the root. The soy protein provides structure for thin or weak hair.
So your not only getting a hair spray, your getting a root lifter AND volumizer all in one.. All for under $20. Who could argue with that?
Sheilo is an AWESOME company overall. Fast Shipping, Great Products, Awesome Prices, and Fast and Friendly customer service? Who could ask for more? Not me.
They also sell Moisture/Hydrating hair products, Color Protecting hair products, and Anti-Aging Facial moisturizer & scrub, as well as the Volumizing and Antioxidant lines.
Styling
Shielo also has entire pages dedicated to helping you learn new styling tips. They show you how to get sleek/straight hairwithout it looking dry, fizzy or unhealthy. How to get the bestVolume without the poof, bouncy curls, and more..
The bottles are recyclable, it is cruelty free- not tested on animals, and is a Certified Organic by Organic Certifiers. It is also made in the United States.
Find them online:
FTC Disclosure: This isn’t sponsored. Many thanks to Sheilo Hair Care for providing the product to review. Some information about Shielo and the products was taken from their website. All opinions expressed are my own, honest opinions. This is not a paid post.
-Jessica
Say Hello Diamonds Review
Say Hello to 2012 in Style with Say Hello Diamonds.
About the company:
Say Hello Diamonds. The Look of Real. The Price of Faux.
Each replica diamond goes through a rigid selection process by our Say Hello Diamond experts. These specialists analyze the weight, cut, and shine of each stone before it can be called a Say Hello Diamond. Each replica diamond is polished, packaged, and presented to our Say Hello Inspection Team. From there, our inspection team begins a 3-step review process; Look, Shake, Ensure. During this process we analyze the physical properties and test the durability of each diamond replica. Replica diamonds that meet the rigid criteria set forth are lucky enough to be called, Say Hello Diamonds. Each Say Hello Diamond is so breathtaking that many gemologists cannot tell the difference between a Say Hello Diamond vs. a real diamond.
My Review
Say Hello to the Look of Real.
I received a pair of earrings to review for Say Hello Diamonds. The pair I received were the Pantinas. I can see why they are the top selling product on the site. They are so beautiful, and designed with such brilliance. The veneerdiamond is essentially a CZ stone with a dusting of real diamonds on the outer layer. I seriously couldn’t tell the difference between a real diamond and these veneer diamonds.
These earrings are really worth the money, because you can’t tell they aren’t real diamonds. They are even clearer and brighter than real diamonds. Diamonds can come with flaws, but these diamond pieces rarely do. They have to go through such a rough testing process, that they aren’t sent out with flaws or discolorations.
I know that they are made well, because I have an allergic reaction to jewelry that is made with nickel. I break out in tiny bumps that itch like poison ivy.. These earrings have been in my ears since Tuesday and no bumps, no itching, and nothing has broke off them yet. =)
The creations are so glamorous, yet have such a non-glamorous price. Most of their products are under $200. If you buy real diamond earrings, you will be paying the whopping price of almost $12,000. So $200 is a price that I would definitely take.
They have tons of different rings, necklaces, bracelets, andearrings. Most of these are under $200 and are so beautiful.
Here are some of my favorite pieces
Luna
Naga Lava
Storm
Locke
Disclosure: This isn’t a sponsored post. All opinions in this post are my own, and not influenced in any way. I did receiveearrings in exchange for an honest review.
I want to thank Say Hello Diamonds for working with me, and letting me review these awesome earrings. =)
Purchase – Visit Say Hello Diamonds online shop to purchase the Patinas and other imitation diamond jewelry.
Coupon Code – Right now you can save 40% off your order from Say Hello Diamonds. Click here to visit the site and enter “DIAMOND40″ at checkout.
Also check them out on Facebook.
You can get free shipping on anything you order. This is only for United States and Canada.
Jessica
Fashion to Figure
About: FTF is the only fast-fashion retail chain dedicated solely to plus-size women’s fashion. Rapidly expanding with eight physical locations and a global web store, FTF provides up-to-the-minute fashion trends at the best prices. With individual service provided by FTF Stylists in an upbeat store environment, guests leave FTF feeling chic, stylish, and supremely confident. FTF was founded by the great-grandsons of Lena Bryant, the fashion revolutionary and businesswoman who founded the special size market more than 100 years ago.
FTF is style by anyone’s definition – a place where everyone wants to shop. In our stores you will find the latest, trendy fashions at the very best prices. New fashion arrives every day and personal service is provided by FTF Fashion Stylists.
You can see if there is a location near you or shop online.
My Review.
Fashion to figure is an amazing place to shop for plus size women. They have the most beautiful selection of clothes that I have seen. I am not plus size, but my mom is. I have seen her struggle with finding clothes that fit her perfectly all my life. This really downed her self esteem, and she was always in sweatshirts and sweatpants. She was trying to hide her weight because she felt uncomfortable going into stores and having the hassle of nothing fitting.
I think healthy women are more beautiful than women who are stick thin. I have always thought this. Being beautiful isn’t about how much you weigh. I tried to explain this to my mom for years.
Whether you are just big boned naturally, or have had a kid and are struggling with losing baby weight.. This shop is perfect. They carry everything you would need to be sexy in your skin. =)
Now, finding clothes that accentuate your curvy beautifulness will never be a problem again. They have beautifully designed clothes that are cheap on your wallet..
Here are some of their dresses..
They are amazing, beautiful, and gorgeous. I like all of them. I love the designs, the flows of the dresses. I love how they offer so many different colors and fabric choices.
Their shirts are absolutely flawless. They have so many cute shirts, I could spend forever looking through them all. With their sale going on right now, they have shirts for as low as $6
If you seen the choices of denim and pants they have, you’ll freak out. They have the newest fashions in sizes that aren’t just for 00.. I mean who wants to be that skinny anyway?
If you aren’t sure what you should put together as an outfit, or are just looking for a new look, you should check out theirtrendsetter page. They have so many cute ideas, and they even include the jewelry and bags that would be a perfect fit for the outfit also. =)
They have office style, whether dressy or casual. Dress for success style that would also keep you looking chic and cute at work.
They also carry jewelry to accessorize your clothing with. You can get some awesome jewelry for cheap right now.
Looking for a new handbag or clutch? They have those also.
I reviewed the python clutch, and I must say I love it..
It has 2 pockets on the inside to pack cell phone and whatever else. It has a zipper inside and outside to hold money. It has a flip close metal clasp. It has the pythondesign on it, which is so beautiful. It comes with a chain that you can either use to put on your shoulder, or hide inside theclutch.
Disclosure: I was not compensated for this review. All opinions on this post are my own and completely honest. I did receive products to review in exchange for an honest review.
Follow on FB and you get an extra $10 off your order. At around 11 am everyday they post a hot item that you can only get at that time.
I want to thank Fashion to Figure for working with Made.By.Jess.
Jessica
Promgirl.net Review
PromGirl.net is an online shop that offers dresses for just about any occasion. Dresses for Prom, Military Balls, Homecoming, Formal, Cocktails.. and more. Most of these dresses could also be used as bridesmaid dresses.
They have the best designers, who bring out the best in fabrics, colors, cuts, and fabric flows. They carry a variety of collections from America’s top designers like: Clarisse,Tony Bowls, Terani and Scala. They have a design for everyone, that’s sure to make you feel gorgeous. =)
The dresses are hand-made and hand-beaded, and are shipped super fast. They are shipped within 1-2 days of processing.
I spent more than 45 minutes looking through all of their designs. Each have their own beautiful look, and you can’t help but to secretly want them all.
The biggest worry when picking out a dress is that someone might be wearing a similar dress and you won’t feel as stunning on a night you should shine..
Now, it’s a no- worry thing, there are so many different dresses to choose from and they are all to-die-for. There isn’t anything that could make you feel less stunning, even if someone IS wearing the same dress. There are so many ways to personalize these dresses to make them unique to your taste. Adding the right jewelry, shoes, and clutch will do the trick.
Here are some of my favorite Prom Dresses
I really love this one because of the smooth colors, layering of the fabric and adding of the bow. Such a beautiful dress. I would even consider this as THE WEDDING DRESS. I am not one to go by tradition and be stuck wearing all white. I want something amazing, breathtaking, and fabulous.
I really love the artsy feel of this dress. I would wear this just for a date with the hubby… I would feel glamorous, and he would love seeing me in it. Love the mix of colors and added embellished flower. I love the fact that it’s strapless and would look just as gorgeous with a shall thrown over the shoulders.
For a more formal looking Prom Dress
I love the black and white contrast. This dress is beautifully designed to the very last detail. Love the flow, love the embellishments..
My favorite Cocktail Dresses
Cocktail dresses or formal short dresses are very popular choices for prom because of their overall wardrobe versatility. You can dress up a very basic cocktail dress with jewelry or scarves and wear it for virtually any function or prom dressparty.
I really love the look of this dress. Again with the Black and White Contrast, the embellishments, the fall of the dress, and the belt. This is a rockin dress. You could wear it with Black high heels, accessories, and clutch and be ready to rule the world.
I love the brown tones in this dress. The gold overlay just makes it look twice as stunning. The belt and no straps make it look so classy. I’m not sure I could pull this off, but I still love it. A girl can dream =)
and the Prom Dresses 2012 are so stunning, jaws are sure to drop..
Isn’t it amazing? Look at all those colors..
Sexy Silver Gray Prom Dress 17207
This is so awesome with the different layers, and different color for each layer. It creates a drama effect, and draws all attention to the dress. Love the way that this is made. =)
Be the princess you were born to be in this dress. This dress is just calling out “feminine love”. I love this.
Tony Bowls 2012 Green Prom Dress 112752
Of course, I had to throw something green in the mix. I can’t live without it. This dress is so sexy and sophisticated that both sexes would be drooling all over you. Make sure to stuff some napkins inside your clutch.. to wipe the drool off..
They also sell accessories such as breast increasers and invisible bra for strapless looks. They also sell body shapers so you aren’t worrying about lumps and panties being out of sort all night..
They also sell shoes.. So you can get everything within one store and aren’t dragging yourself all over the universe trying to find the perfect pair..
I love these shoes because they would go with just about any dress you choose..
and if I were wearing a black dress, I would go with these
If you would like a chance to win a dress go visit the PromgirlFacebook page which runs a Free Dress Giveaway once a month!
*DISCLOSURE* This isn’t a sponsored review, all opinions in this blog post are my own. I haven’t yet, but will receive a dress for this write-up, but it was in exchange for a completely honest review.
I want to thank Promgirl for working with me, and you will see the review of the dress as soon as I get it..
Thanks for reading, Jess
New Year New You Blog Event ft. Perfectly Posh Business and Mohawk Home Rug
Hot for the Holidays*
I have had the opportunity to review Perfectly Posh Pampering Products. I don’t usually have the luxury of relaxing for more than 10 minutes at a time. Having two kids under 4 is stressful, exhausting, and I am on my feet all day nonstop. After reviewing Perfectly Poshs’ Pampering Pampering Products, I feel more relaxed, my skin feels more hydrated, and it feels amazing.
I had Adam watch the kids for me, so I could fill up the bathtub with the hottest water I could stand, drop in a bath bomb and relax for 30-45 minutes. I am usually stuck with taking 15 minute showers and hoping I have enough time to shave my legs before the kids come banging on the door. The Bath Bomb brought me some much needed bliss. They are amazing. You can either drop them in the water whole, or break them into pieces and use them like that. I received two bath bombs.
Whip Me Up
This is spicy and luxurious down to the very last bit. It creates a rich, foaming lather that conditions your skin and creates a frothy bath, and has a kick of sweet spicy chai.
Glittering Snowball Bombinator- VanillaMint
Vanilla with a hint of mint, gives off such a refreshing vibe. Amazing to your senses. Also leaves bathwater frothy and leaves skin soft and moisturized.
Feng Shoap
Shea butter and olive oil meet a powdery far-away fragrance and opulent lather for a cleansing experience that will blow your balanced mind. Triple-milled, exotic butter-based fine soap Chunk.
When taking a bath or shower, I usually use body wash because of my dry skin. Soaps usually dry my skin out more than usual. Not this soap. I loved it. It was so moisturizing and hydrating to the skin. It even lathers up so much that I even used it as a shaving cream when I didn’t know that I ran out.
And then to add to the beauty regimen:
- Tart Tootie- Sinful Skin lotion
Sweet but sassy…Pamper your skin and your senses with this spunky fragrance that will leave you feeling a little sinful.
I really liked this lotion because it was thick enough to go on smooth, but not so thick that it was greasy. It does have a sweet smell that makes you want to just savor the smell. I can’t really place exactly WHAT it smells like, because it isn’t something I have smelled before. This is a good thing though, because it is so different than other lotions.
Slather- Sassyooma Body Butter
Eight full ounces of crazy, moisture infusing Slather… climb in with both hands. A cool, sassy citrus experience. Satin cocoa butter so indulgent, you’ll use both hands to get it out and get it all over. You’ll want it all over. Slather is packed with aloe, glycerin infusers, and vitamin E that give elasticity and youth to your dry, needy skin.
I am one of those with the dry, needy skin. I dislike winter time because my skin gets all dry and itchy. I was so relieved to have something to relieve the itchiness. This body butter is amazing. I rate it a 10 out of 10 on the awesome scale. Not greasy, awesome citrus smell {but not overwhelming} and you can use it on your hands, feet, and everywhere in between.
Cinnamon Sass Perfume Tin
Just dip your finger in and rub on your pulse points {neck & wrists} and you’ll be smelling cinnamony sweet. I’m not usually a cinnamon person. It is too much for my senses. It burns my nose, but this isn’t over the top strong. It just gives enough smell to smell great. Not overpowering, and stays for awhile.
For the hands-
Get a Handle on fabulous hands. A unique blend of all-natural shea butter and protecting beeswax combine with cocoa butter, sunflower seed waxes and vitamin E to infuse your busy hands with moisture. Shield them from the insanity of the day while adding just a touch of sensational fragrance.
Available in five luxurious fragrances
Warm and sunny. A plumerian breeze that will make you want to leave the bikini behind.
I really liked this because it leaves your hands feeling moisturized without having to reapply lotion all the time. I am like a super freak when it comes to dry hands. I hate it. I constantly and using something to keep my hands feeling moisturized. I get chills when I touch paper when my hands are dry, and because I write all the time I desperately needed this.
I crochet, and the yarn leaves my hands feeling dry, so I just slipped this inside my crochet bag. ♥`~♥
For the Feet- You’re feet deserve to be spoiled. An explosive, invigorating blast of pampering peppermint and thyme will soak, scrub, and soothe away the abuse that you’re crazy life and not-so-sensible shoes are putting your feet through.
Whether you’re looking to soak up to soften or just to apologize to your tire toes, Fabulous Fizzies are the best way to brighten and perk up the most tired feet and all you throw at them. Infused with soothing canola oils for added moisture.
I filled up a foot soaking tub with hot water, dropped a fizzy in, and let it do it’s magic. I could feel it peeling away the dry skin. It was so relaxing and invigorating to find something that actually worked. I let them soak way beyond the time needed because I needed the pampering. My feet stay so dry in the winter that I pull off my socks and reapply lotions or body butters to them almost every couple of hours. I hate dry feet.
Feet so amazing, your feet will be begging to go play. Rubby Scrubby is our sparkling pink peppermint sugar exfoliators in a mild shea butter soap base. Take it with you into the shower or bath, and rub over tired heels and toes and everything in between to reveal soft skin all over.
This product is amazing. Again, with dry feet- I feel so weird in the winter walking around. After using the fizzies, I dried my feet with a towel, and then whipped this big bad baby out. I loved it. I want to definitely keep using this and buying more. I have never experienced anything like it in the world. It looks like a giant lip balm, and you scrub your freshly cleaned feet with it. I left my feet a little wet, and then used it. AMAZING how much it exfoliated my feet, and how much softer and moisturized my feet felt.
Freshly soaked and scrubbed feet deserve a pass or two with the Soothing Stick. Your feet will be primed for the skimpiest of sandals with this soft, and perky peppermint concoction. Made from silky corn starch and protecting beeswax to be non-slippery, and perfectly pampering.
After using the Rubby Scrubby, I used the Soothing Stick. It looks just like the rubby scrubby, except it soothes instead of exfoliates. Using all these products together I truly felt like I was a queen living in a moms shoes. My skin was soft, I smelled wonderful, and my feet and hands were so hydrated.
I love these products, and so did my mom. I let her try some of them. She is constantly on her feet at work, and then when she gets home, she still doesn’t get to sit down for long. She loved them.
About the COmpany:
Perfectly Posh proudly offers pure, pampering products. We carefully select the lines, fragrances, and ingredients we offer you, to let you indulge body and mind. It is a pursuit of Perfectly Posh to give you products that you can be proud to wear and to share.
Posh offers you things made from the very best ingredients on earth. From luxurious shea and cocoa butters, to indulgent and nourishing oils, you can be sure that our products are the highest-quality formulations you can find. Find peace of mind knowing we’re:
• Paraben-free
• SLS-free
• Gluten-free
• Soy-free
• Animal by-product free
We offer pampering that is spa-grade, long-lasting, and a fabulous experience. Perfectly Posh uses tocopherol (vitamin E) as it’s primary preservative, and we fragrance with high-quality perfumes and essential oils. Take care of yourself with products that will please you both mind and body.
Posh is Pure
At Posh, you’ll be able to indulge in the things that will spoil your skin and mystify your mind. Get peace of mind with our products.
Prepare to be passionate about our pursuit! We offer over forty unique, creatively branded products to choose from. Whether you want to take a long, leisurely bath, or need to brighten your mood on the go: Posh is for you. Find an Independent Consultant near you today, and indulge today in our fabulous USA-made products.
fun, simple, social business that fits YOUR lifestyle. When you join Perfectly Posh and start your NEW business you’ll get:
• 19 pampering products plus tools & supplies (see below).
• A supportive team.
• Generous commissions plus team bonuses and more.
• A creative, new business!
• Ground-level entry into a fast-growing business
• Be your own boss.
• Ongoing corporate support & training.
• Creative USA-made products you’ll be proud to share.
Below is everything you’ll receive with your Starter Kit. For more information, use our finder to locate a Perfectly Posh Consultant near you.
Your Perfectly Posh Starter Kit is a great value at just $99 plus tax and shipping. We currently are enrolling NEW business owners all over the lower 48 states, Alaska, and Hawaii. You’ll get an assortment of both product and tools that will help you succeed. Below we’ve shown you everything you’ll get… enough product and tools to hold your first Posh Party, and earn back the cost of your kit!
Of course you can keep an inventory on hand, but it’s not required. We also offer additional promotional products and tools that will help you get a lot of great attention and a fun, professional look. These tools are not required, but are extremely helpful and available now at http://www.poshportal.com. This site is continually expanding with the training and tools that will help you grow and succeed at Perfectly Posh.
You get 19 Purely Pampering Products Including:
• Sinful Skin
• Handle: Solid Lotion Hand Bar
• The Healer
• Cajole for Her
• Cajole for Him
{Easy Essentials}
• Portabalm
• Mister Mister: Mood Mister
{Bombinator}
• Whip Me Up Bombinator
• Lil’ Miss Frisky Bombinator
• Sweet Crazy Daisy Bombinator
{LipShot}
• Beach Ballistic Lip Balm
• Raspberry Bang-Bang Lip Balm
• Beach Ballistic Lip Gloss
• Raspberry Bang-Bang Lip Gloss
{HotJotter}
• Sister, I’m a Poet Hot Jotter
• Vanilla Chic Hot Jotter
{CHUNK!}
• Polka Dot Peppermint Chunk
• Feng Shoap Chunk
• Hippie Scrubber Chunk
Plus helpful tools and supplies:
25 Catalogs
25 Order Forms
50 Business Cards
1 Posh Purse
50 Tester Stickers
1 Protégé Pin
10 Product Placards
25 Posh Party Invitations
10 Teambuilding Flyers
10 Product Flyers
10 Hostess Flyers
*One Lucky Made.By.Jess Reader will win their very own Perfectly Posh Business. This is a $99 Dollar Value.
About:
Mohawk Home, the rug division of Mohawk Industries, is the largest manufacturer of area rugs, indoor and outdoor mats, and washable rugs in the United States.
Because we participate in a fashion industry, Mohawk Home employs a team of design professionals specifically recruited for their expertise in textiles and floor covering innovation. With a commitment to relevance in style we are continuously creating trend setting designs and constructions as well as updating timeless classics.
While we view ourselves as an innovative, fashion-design company, we never lose focus on our mission to produce the highest quality and value-oriented products possible, while minimizing our impact on the world around us. As part of the largest flooring manufacturer in the world, we are able to control quality from raw materials to the finished product. Through sustainable manufacturing and the dedication of our associates we can ensure that the Mohawk product always delivers the best value at the best price with world-class service.
You can find our products at all the great retailers.
The Welcome Mat that I received was very high quality for the price. It was a rug under $20 but yet, seemed like a $50 dollar rug. It is very thick, which is great when trying to keep the foot traffic from getting carpets dirty. I was astonished at how heavy it was. The Welcome Mat is very decorative, I really liked the look of this rug.
I chose the brown floral Welcome mat. The best thing about it is it isn’t a rug that can be scooted around and you have to fix all the time. It stays in place due to the rubber on the bottom. It firmly grips the floor, so that there aren’t muddy or dirty foot tracks coming in. It cleans shoes and boots while hiding the dirt in the hidden channels in the rug, so it doesn’t have to be cleaned all the time. The rubber is recycled made from tire scraps, which is always a plus in my book. I love when companies take something and use it for goodness. This is definitely a long lasting strong rug made of only the finest, but it is also cheap. They aren’t expecting you to spend an arm and a leg for a rug. They make beauty affordable, and who can argue with that? Definitely not me. When you are purchasing these rugs, you know that you are keeping America a cleaner place by keeping used tires out of landfills.
All in all I loved this rug. I loved the design, the thickness, the fact that it is recycled, that it doesn’t slip, that it stays clean while cleaning your families shoes and preventing messes from outside coming in.
Now for the giveaway:
I think it is much better than Avon, because it isn’t as widespread. I tried to sell Avon and got absolutely NOWHERE, because so many people already sell it. So every time I went to leave brochures, there were already people who had left them.
This will give you a chance to actually get somewhere, because they help you with selling and promotion, they give you the tools you need. After people experience these products for themselves, you won’t have to worry. They will re-order and re-order because they are amazing. They are going to basically sell themselves.
About Mohawk Home:
Mohawk Home, the rug division of Mohawk Industries, is the largest manufacturer of area rugs, indoor and outdoor mats, and washable rugs in the United States.
Because we participate in a fashion industry, Mohawk Home employs a team of design professionals specifically recruited for their expertise in textiles and floor covering innovation. With a commitment to relevance in style we are continuously creating trend setting designs and constructions as well as updating timeless classics.
While we view ourselves as an innovative, fashion-design company, we never lose focus on our mission to produce the highest quality and value-oriented products possible, while minimizing our impact on the world around us. As part of the largest flooring manufacturer in the world, we are able to control quality from raw materials to the finished product. Through sustainable manufacturing and the dedication of our associates we can ensure that the Mohawk product always delivers the best value at the best price with world-class service.
You can find our products at all the great retailers.
The Welcome Mat that I received was very high quality for the price. It was a rug under $20 but yet, seemed like a $50 dollar rug. It is very thick, which is great when trying to keep the foot traffic from getting carpets dirty. I was astonished at how heavy it was. The Welcome Mat is very decorative, I really liked the look of this rug.
MOHAWK HOME BLACK 18 IN. X 30 IN. RECYCLED-RUBBER DOORMAT
I chose the brown floral Welcome mat. The best thing about it is it isn’t a rug that can be scooted around and you have to fix all the time. It stays in place due to the rubber on the bottom. It firmly grips the floor, so that there aren’t muddy or dirty foot tracks coming in. It cleans shoes and boots while hiding the dirt in the hidden channels in the rug, so it doesn’t have to be cleaned all the time. The rubber is recycled made from tire scraps, which is always a plus in my book. I love when companies take something and use it for goodness. This is definitely a long lasting strong rug made of only the finest, but it is also cheap. They aren’t expecting you to spend an arm and a leg for a rug. They make beauty affordable, and who can argue with that? Definitely not me. When you are purchasing these rugs, you know that you are keeping America a cleaner place by keeping used tires out of landfills.
All in all I loved this rug. I loved the design, the thickness, the fact that it is recycled, that it doesn’t slip, that it stays clean while cleaning your families shoes and preventing messes from outside coming in.
They do sell more than just welcome rugs though, they have tons of different items to choose from, and they are all sold at well known retailers.
They Sell Bath Rugs, Outdoor Rugs, Area Rugs, and Kitchen Rugs
Here are some of their Welcome mats, that you could choose from:
The Best Place to find these are {Here}
Mohawk on Twitter
Mohawk on Youtube
Disclosure: All opinions in this post are my own. This is not a sponsored post. I did receive products to review, and I appreciate Perfectly Posh and Mohawk Home working with me.
I want to thank the companies for sponsoring this.
Now for the giveaway:
One Lucky Winner will win a Business from Perfectly Posh {$99 value} and to complement this Business a Welcome Mat from Mohawk home to welcome your customers to your home..
- Business from PerfectlyPosh.com {$99}
- Mohawk Home Welcome Mat {$20}
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Nice Rakc Handbags Review
I am like crazy in love with all things totes and purses. There was never a time in my life when I wasn’t. I am a “collector” as my husband says. I have too many clothes, shoes, purses, books, and anything else I decide I like.
I especially love getting upcycled and handmade bags. {& Vera Bradley ones, of course}
About Rachel:
I’m obsessively organized and creatively manic. After a B.A. in Behavioral Science and an A.A in Photography, I was still searching for my path. In creating bags and jewelry for nice rakc, I have found it. I am never happier than when I am in my studio. I live in a suburb of Philadelphia with my BFF from college who is a writer, our house is very creative! I hope to spread nice rakc to the masses, while still keeping true to my love for making limited edition bags from recycled clothing.
All items are produced with love in a cat-friendly/smoke-free home.
Limited edition handmade upcycled recycled handbags.
Nice Rakc is an etsy shop owned by Rachel. She upcycles these bags, which she finds at thrift shops.
She designs:
This is trendy, looks very sturdy {won’t rip easily} and big enough to hold the essentials. I love the color and the accessory. Would be great for the fashionista in your life that doesn’t need to carry her life with her in a purse {as I do} lol
There are so many that I like. They are all so unique and fashionably made. Great colors, Great scheme, and Great designs.
I love how she adds designs on the fabric to give it that extra pop. If you were to own one of these, you’d be questioned about it’s whereabouts where ever you went. Classy and Fabulous.
Shoulder Bags
Here again are detail oriented designs. She puts her full potential into every bag she makes. That is what makes her shop so special. She adds oomp to the designs that just draw you in, and snags attention.
She uses contrasting fabrics to give the bags an awesome “buy me” sign to me. I love that she put chains as the handles.
I love brightly colored anything. Whether it be fingernail polish, clothes, or bags. This is something I would definitely buy.
These bags are made for bigger items in the purse. They vary in size and design. Here are some I think are awesome.
Convertible and Hobo
Hand painted Philly logo on the red Convertible and Phillie city outline on the white one. Isn’t that awesome?
She also has hand painted ties listed. I think this one is so cute. I love that she does this. Who wouldn’t want that tie? My hubby doesn’t even wear ties {He’s a foreman of a tree trimming Service} But how could I resist that?
Rachel is such an amazing person that she is giving Made.By.Jess readers 15% off your purchase in her shop. Just use the Code: MADEBYJESS
Disclosure: All opinions are my own. I was not compensated or influenced in any way. I did the review in exchange for readers to have the 15% off. This was written in total honesty.
I want to thank Rachel for allowing the discount, and wish her the best in her Handmade Business.
-Jessica
EdenFantasys Review
When you have children, you know what it’s like to be pushed away from your partner. Not only physically but mentally as well. When your getting pooped on, threw up on, and have slobber and boogers in your hair- you tend to not feel quite as sexy.
When couples do not have the sex connection anymore, the rest of their lives become affected by this. They may seem tense around each other, and not as loving.
Know what to do? Spice up that love life.
Buy some lingerie, some candles, and put on some jams. Have your mom or someone keep the kids for a night, and buy yourself something from Edenfantasys.
This is a classy site where you can trust what you buy. Not only do they have sex toys, they have an awesome line oflingerie where plus sizes are available.
They carry dresses, and I secretly want them all. Even though I don’t go to clubs. But as a mom who wears nothing but “regular clothes”, I would ♥ to feel sexy in something body forming. My hubby’s mouth would probably be permanently on the ground.
They also carry tops and bottoms. I would wear these as regular shirts, I love the styles and how they fit to the body.
They also carry costumes for both women and men.
I loved looking around this shop, not only because of the items, but because of the prices. When you’re a mom trying to be hot, you also have to have a budget. I don’t want to spend $150 on a bra and panty set.
They also have beauty and bath products to help you feel like the queen you deserve to be..
Moisturizers, Massage Oils and Lotions, Face Makeup, Body makeup
What is even better.. They offer free shipping. The only reason I don’t shop online more is because of how expensive it is to have something shipped. How is it a deal when your paying the same amount for shipping as you are the product your buying? Edenfantasys just rocks all the way around.
Go ahead- look around and have some fun. Spice up that marriage that’s been drab because of screaming babies and toddlers who seem to never want to sleep. This will make it all worthwhile.
And you should totally read “Sex and Parenting” by EdenCafe
You can also Find them on Facebook, Google+, Twitter, and even follow via RSS or Email.
Disclosure: Gift Card is being provided to me FREE of charge. All opinions expressed are my own, and were not influenced in anyway.
-Jessica
Blushing Dove Boutique Review & Giveaway
I am all for handmade jewelry. I always have. I think it gives me something to wear that shows individuality while also supporting individuality. If you haven’t heard of Amy fromBlushing Dove Boutique, you have been missing out.
I want to showcase some of her items here to show you how talented Amy is..
I am a sucker for headbands. If I could, I’d own one for every day of the year. I am constantly putting my hair into a hair tie/headband of some sort to keep it out of my face. The only time I wear it down is when I’m not working, reading, or cleaning {so hardly ever} lol
Here are some other things from Blushing Dove that are irresistible …
I love jewelry, especially colorful jewelry that adds spark to my outfits. Who wants to blend in to the background? Certainly not me.
{Love that eyeshadow}
She also has other shops where she focuses on the design of other things..
Here is stuff from her amylilly shop. She is so talented, and I love looking at this itty bitty clothes.
Handmade BJD Dresses, Tops, Skirts, Headbands, and more!!
♥♥♥ Pretty clothes and accessories made with love for your special girls! ♥♥♥
Aren’t they all just so well made? I think so. My daughter isn’t old enough to play with these dolls, but once she is, I know where I’m shopping♥
She also has a shop called teacupteddies
Handmade miniature bears and animals. Amy loves making these tiny little creatures, and hopes they can find a place in your heart and home♥
My daughter picked out her favorites. Even though she is two, she was right here saying. I love that baby and this baby…
So these could be items you get for even the smallest people on your Christmas list.
Win it: One Lucky Made.By.Jess Reader will win a silver braid Headband, a Gold Braid Headband, or Daisy Chain Headband. {Your choice}
{gold}
{Daisy Chain}
{Silver}
Disclosure: The opinions in this post are my own and not influenced in anyway. I did promise to post an honest review in exchange for products.
I want to thank Amy for sponsoring this on my blog..
The Giveaway is hosted by Rafflecopter, If you can’t see the form, please give it a second to load.
-Jessica
Smart and Sexy Review & Giveaway
Hot for the Holidays
Have you ever felt more sexy or confident then when you were wearing something that fits you so perfectly that you feel like it’s a second skin?
Smart and Sexy has you covered. Not only do they have the most beautiful products, they also sell them cheap. They aren’t charging you big bucks to feel as amazing as you can. As a mom, I love this. I can’t be spending too much on bra’s and panties.
Not only do they offer these amazing products cheap, they also give donations to people in need. They donated $200 to feeding America for Thanksgiving.
Adam wanted to get me some lingerie from Victoria’s Secret last year for Christmas. He looked at them {I’m serious here} and his mouth dropped when he seen the price. He was like “Why do they charge so much for something that has basically no material?” Good Question.
Don’t you just feel rockin’ when you are wearing something sexy? The choice of your Bra and Panties usually make or break the day for me. When I was younger, I would choose thongs, or g-strings- but as you grow older they become more and more uncomfortable. I would rather stick to a full sexy panty.
I was sent three items to review.
The first item is the bra.
It isn’t in their online store, but it does resemble this {one} in it’s design. It is an extreme push up bra. It doesn’t feel extremely padded though, and that’s what I love about it. It looks normal, and you can’t see the bulge that is usually seen when someone is wearing a push-up bra.
Believe me. I had a bad case of this in my high school junior year picture. Some people said they didn’t notice when I asked them, but I could definitely tell. You could see the point where the bra didn’t form fit my skin.
No worries with such a thing with this one. It’s like a mold to my body. Not tight, not loose, but just right. This is a type of bra that you want to keep for as long as possible. I actually think it’s better than most bra’s that I have purchased at Victoria’s Secret. This bra is amazing because of the stretch satin fabric. It makes it feel as if it moves with you. It doesn’t grind into my back. It has a double loop in the front that connects the cups together.
It has double straps that make you feel like maybe you aren’t wearing a bra. I’ve had so many bra’s falling off my shoulders because they wouldn’t adjust right. This bra adjusts anyway you need it too. It has 3 closures in the back, so you are getting the perfect fit.
Not only can this be used as an intimate wear to get your love life back in shape, it can also be used as an everyday wear bra. You can wear it anywhere, with no worries. And feel so AMAZING.
What can I tell you? I’m in love.
The second thing I was sent to review was the panties.
The panties weren’t online either- but they are most like these. I really liked these panties because they didn’t ride up, or bunch up. I usually wear low-rise jeans and they weren’t poking out of the top for the whole world to see. They have such a soft, stretchy feel that you don’t have to worry about anything feeling uncomfortable, or later wishing you hadn’t worn them.
They fit perfectly, matched the bra perfectly, and made me feel PERFECT. How can that be? It’s in the material {and the price}. The stretchy fabric lets you move as you please, while wearing anything you want over top of them.
The third item was this nightie.
I have always had a problem finding a good fitting lingerie. Most would swallow me whole in the cup sizes. Not this one. It fit so well that Adam was astonished when he seen it. He loved it.
It felt so great against my skin. I hate those ones that make you itch like crazy because of whatever lining they have. This one is soft and comfortable through and through.
You can find this {here} for only $20.
Smart and Sexy are also on
Disclosure: I was not compensated for this review. All opinions are my own, and are completely honest. I did receive products in exchange for the honest review. I want to thank Smart and Sexy for sponsoring this on my blog
Now for the giveaway.
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Thanks, Jessica
