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Wednesday, October 14, 2015

Activated Charcoal Powder by Zen Charcoal

*Activated Charcoal Powder by Zen Charcoal

Chances are you have probably heard about Activate Charcoal in one form or another, unless of course you've been stranded on a deserted island for the past year and then maybe this is the first time your hearing about it!

Activated Charcoal has many uses but primarily my interest lies in the ways you can use it as it pertains to beauty and skincare, for obvious reasons.

Truth be told this is my first experience with the powder version of Activated Charcoal. I have used countless beauty products like masks and Konjac Sponges that contain Activated Charcoal but I have never experienced in it's raw form.

One thing you should know about Activated Charcoal Powder is that it is very, very messy! It's actually not a big deal but just know you'll need to give everything a good wipe down when your done. My favorite thing to do with this Activated Charcoal Powder by Zen Charcoal is to make a detox mask. You can really customize the mask depending what is going on with your skin but I like to mix the Activated Charcoal, Water (sometimes I use Rose Water or a little Apple Cider Vinegar), Aloe Vera and if I am really wanting a good detox I will add a few drops of Tea Tree Oil but you can add any essential oil. Depending on how thick you want the mask to be you simply add less or more water. I mix everything really well, apply to skin using a brush (way less messy) and then let it dry for 15-20 minutes and rinse off. Skin feels clean, soft, smooth and detoxed! It's one of my favorite DIY masks!

Tip: I purchased a DIY Mask Bowl set from Amazon it comes with a small bowl, measuring spoons, spatula and brush all for the low, low price of $2.21 + free shipping! It's been a life saver and I highly recommend getting one for yourself if you like to mix your own masks like I do!

Pick up your own bag of all natural Activated Charcoal Powder by Zen Charcoal on Amazon.com and get detoxed inside and out!

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Friday, October 9, 2015

Power Pearl Probiotic by Well State

*Power Pearl Probiotic by Well State

Taking a Probiotic is a good thing and during this time of year it's actually a great thing! I rely on a good, quality Probiotic like this one from Well State that I have been taking to help keep my immune system healthy. Not only will a Probiotic like this Power Pearl Probiotic by Well State help support your immune system but it can also help improve your energy level and also help balance out your digestive system. It can possibly even help shed a few pounds by balancing out your digestive system it can also improve your metabolism as a result.
I wish I would have started this round of Probiotic sooner because it probably would have helped me from getting this nasty cold which then turned into a sinus infection and ultimately Strep Throat. I've been under a lot of emotional stress lately due to a death in the family so I should have known that my immune system was going to be affected and started taking this Probiotic sooner. However, since I ended up being put on antibiotics it's became the perfect time to start taking it. I definitely attribute my being able to get over all my issues a lot sooner because I started taking the Power Pearl Probiotic by Well State. I think it also helped give me so much needed extra energy to power through work when I otherwise would have been at home and in bed.
This Probiotic contains zero sugar, preservatives, GMO, nuts, wheat, gluten, lactose, chemicals, yeast, soy, iron and no artificial colors. Nothing but the good stuff! I really recommend this for anyone needing an immunity boost or if you have any digestive or intestinal issues.

Make sure you check out wellstate.com for more information and to purchase go to Amazon.com or click on link below...

Tuesday, October 6, 2015

Neem Oil by Oleavine

*Neem Oil by Oleavine

While I've used Neem Oil in the past it's been awhile so I decided to take a second look at it. I didn't know much about Neem Oil other than it worked really well as a therapeutic treatment oil. So, I decided to do a little research and found that Neem trees are actually native to India and other parts of Asia. They are known as a Margosa Tree in English and their botanical term is Azadirachta Indica.

Neem Oil has been used in India since thousands of years and is used in many medicines for its disease fighting properties. Another thing I didn't know that I find fascinating is that every part of the Neem tree is beneficial and can be used because of the anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and anti-parasitic
properties they contain.
Who knew it was SO beneficial! I have been using this Neem Oil by Oleavine for just about everything lately. However, our favorite way to use Neem Oil in our household is to treat my husband's Eczema (works amazingly well for Eczema), for minor cuts and scrapes, bug repellent and it works amazingly well on Acne flare ups! I will warn you and say that Neem Oil has a very distinct smell and it's not all that great, it's a cross between earthy and antiseptic smelling. I don't mind the smell but my husband isn't crazy about it at all. But, I guarantee the benefits are totally worth it!
Neem Oil can help reduce redness, inflammation and swelling, removes impurities and tightens pores, helps to lighten hyperpigmentation, deeply moisturizes skin and it can even diminish fine lines and wrinkles! Plus, it's great for all skin types and is non-comedogenic.
Overall, Neem Oil is a great product to have around. It has countless uses and the best part is it's all natural. I highly recommend this Neem Oil by Oleavine for it's superior quality. It's 100% natural, cold-pressed, unrefined and solvent-free.

You can pick up this Neem Oil by Oleavine on Amazon.com...which by the way is a HUGE bottle and since a little goes a long way will last forever!

Monday, October 5, 2015

Vitamin C Serum by eliminer

*Vitamin C Serum by eliminer

If you follow my blog then you've heard me mention my love of Vitamin C Serum a million times. I love it because it can take years off your face! It can help with all kinds of issues like fine lines and wrinkles, boosts collagen, helps firm the skin and helps fade hyperpigmentation. Now do you see why I love it so?

This Vitamin C Serum by eliminer is a great blend of not only my beloved Vitamin C but it also contains an Amino Blend, Vitamin E, Ferulic Acid, Jojoba Oil and many other potent natural and Organic ingredients. It's a lightweight serum that instantly sinks into skin and wears perfectly under makeup. For best results use as part of your morning and evening skincare routine. Apply the serum to your face, neck and decollete for best, overall results. Allow a couple of weeks before you start to see results but you can also see visible results almost immediately if you are using twice a day like I do! Great product that is safe for all skin types!

Go to eliminer.com for more detailed information and you can also get more info and purchase it on Amazon.com...

Friday, October 2, 2015

Anti-Aging Facial Moisturizer by CLIA Beauty

*Anti-Aging Facial Moisturizer by CLIA Beauty

Moisturizer is simply a "Must Have" for everyone and for every skin type. The biggest issue is just finding the right moisturizer that can fit all your skin care needs and your skin type. This Anti-Aging Facial Moisturizer by CLIA Beauty meets just about all my requirements of a moisturizer. I am 42 with oily, blemish prone and obviously aging skin. So, clearly I have a wide variety of issues. This moisturizer is very hydrating, I actually found that it was a little too intense for me to use as a day cream since I already have oily skin. However, it work great as a night cream! It's a pretty thick cream but it's easily absorbed and leaves skin feeling hydrated, plump,soft and smooth. Fine lines and wrinkles also look less noticeable after application. Yay! It's really everything I look for in a deep hydrating moisturizer!

The Anti-Aging Facial Moisturizer by CLIA Beauty contains all natural and anti-aging ingredients like Shea butter,Jojoba, Aloe Vera, Green Tea Extract and Vitamin B5.

You can find this Anti-Aging Facial Moisturizer by CLIA Beauty on Amazon.com...

Tamanu Oil by BEAUTYOILS.CO

*Tamanu Oil by BEAUTYOILS.CO

I thought I have heard of every oil out there but this Tamanu Oil was totally new to me. Apparently it's been around for centuries and the Polynesians revered it for its remarkable skin healing properties. Tamanu Oil by BEAUTYOILS.CO is clearly more of a therapeutic oil. It's fairly thick and has a woodsy/earthy kind of smell to it and a little goes a long way. Because this oil is know for it's healing qualities this would be one oil you want to have around and would make a great addition to a First Aid Kit. It's naturally abundant in fatty acids and possesses anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, anti-fungal and antioxidant properties which makes it perfect for treating all kinds of skin issues like minor cuts, scrapes, burns, acne wounds, skin ulcers & sores, athlete’s foot, psoriasis, sunburns, rashes, bug bites & stings. However, you can also use it on scars to help heal them and on areas prone to stretch marks.

We used this oil on my husband's Eczema and it really helped relieve the itching and irritation and it also cut the healing time down by about half. So, I would really recommend it for that. I also used it on a few face demons that I had and it also seemed to cut down on the healing time on those as well. This is a great, general use and therapeutic oil that I am happy has found it's way into my medicine cabinet!

Go to beautyoils.co for more detailed information on Tamanu Oil or you can also find it on Amazon.com...

Anti Wrinkle Collagen Supplement by Facelift of the Stars

*Anti Wrinkle Collagen Supplement by Facelift of the Stars

Two of my favorite things are skincare and supplement. I am well aware that how you look on the outside has a lot to do with what is going on the inside and what you are feeding your body. Because of that, I am all about trying to look better on the outside by starting with the inside! I try to eat healthy and take all natural supplements that I feel can be beneficial to my overall health, skin and hair.

Being 42 I am definitely at the age where I need to worry about Collagen or more importantly the lack there of! Because of that I have started to incorporate Collagen supplements into my supplement regime. Lately, I have been taking this Anti Wrinkle Collagen Supplement by Facelift of the Stars. I am not only impressed with the quality of the ingredients but I have also noticed a change in my skin since I started taking it a few weeks ago.

Using all natural and organic ingredients like Vitamin C and Hyaluronic Acid, combined with Collagen and Reservatol this supplement is formulated to work on from the inside out and on the deepest layers of the skin. It can help diminish fine lines and wrinkles and can even help with discoloration issued and uneven skin tone.

I noticed after using the Anti Wrinkle Collagen Supplement by Facelift of the Stars that my skin looked more supple and it even had a little more plumpness to it. Even though the results were suttle was able to tell that it was making a difference. It also helped diminish the look of my fine lines. This is definitely a supplement I won't be without from now on! It's a great product to have as part of any skincare arsenal!

You can purchase the Anti Wrinkle Collagen Supplement by Facelift of the Stars on Amazon.com...

Thursday, October 1, 2015

BikiniBOD - The Ultimate Beauty Body Formula

*BikiniBOD - The Ultimate Beauty Body Formula

I had never heard of the BikiniBod supplement before and after finding out how well it works I was a little surprised that we had never crossed paths before. This supplement provided me with unbelievable energy, I actually could only take half the recommended dose because I found it to be a little too powerful for me. It totally curbed my appetite and I even managed to loose a few pounds even when I went off my normal workout routine. I would give a little warning to anyone with Caffeine sensitivity like me, start with half of the dose and then work your way up otherwise you might find yourself not being able to sleep! It's that potent! Plus, be prepared to make a lot of trips to the bathroom, the Uva Ursi contained in the supplement helps your body get rid of excess water so you might find yourself (like I did) constantly going to the bathroom. Overall, I think that this is a really great supplement that actually works. I try to promote working out and eating healthy while taking any kind of supplement but you can loose weight taking this supplement all by itself.

So, what exactly is BikiniBOD? BikiniBod is an all natural weight loss supplement designed specifically for women to work in conjunction with a consistent workout regime and healthy diet. BikiniBod helps curb cravings by using Bitter Orange Extract to suppress your appetite. It also contains Yohimbe, Raspberry Ketones and Caffeine that work together to help boost your daily metabolic rate which helps burn more calories and fat whether you exercise or not. The Green Coffee Bean stops the fat breakdown and absorption in the small intestine, meanwhile the Garcinia Cambogia prevents carbohydrates from converting to fats. The Uva Ursi works as a diuretic, expelling excess water from under your skin and pushing it out through your kidneys, relieving unflattering and uncomfortable bloat. It also has some Biotin which can help strengthen and grow your hair, skin and nails and it has nourishing antioxidants to fight off harmful free radicals. Finally, Green Tea's has anti-aging properties to help keep you looking your best!

For more detailed information go to bikinibod.com and you can also purchase on Amazon.com...

Wednesday, September 30, 2015

Intensive Stretch Mark Cream by Senvie Skin Care Giveaway

*Intensive Stretch Mark Cream by Senvie Skin Care

Ok, I will admit it, I was a bit skeptical about this Intensive Stretch Mark Cream by Senvie Skin Care I thought it would just end up being a glorified moisturizer, thankfully I was wrong! I did my due diligence and faithfully used it twice a day for two weeks on a few stubborn stretch marks that I have on my upper thigh and I am happy to report that they are now less noticeable. Yay for me! I was impressed I saw an improvement let alone that it was only after two weeks. Now, I'm not delusional and don't expect them to completely disappear but if using this Intensive Stretch Mark Cream by Senvie Skin Care can make them less noticeable then that's good enough for me! I am hoping that with continued use I will have even better results. So far so good!
The Intensive Stretch Mark Cream is made with Olive Oil, Glycerin, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E), Shea Butter, Cocoa Butter, Jojoba Oil, Mango Butter, Rose Hip Seed Oil, Grapefruit Seed Extract, Orange Oil which all work together to moisturize, soften and smooth skin texture and provide some pretty impressive results.

Are you ready to watch your stretch marks fade into oblivion? Make sure you enter the Giveaway and you can win a FREE bottle of Intensive Stretch Mark Cream by Senvie Skin Care fr yourself! Giveaway starts 09/30/15 @ 7 pm PST and ends 10/09/15 @ 12:00 pm. Giveaway is open to all U.S. Residents. Good Luck!

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You can go to senvie.com for more information on the Intensive Stretch Mark Cream by Senvie Skin Care and you can also pick it up on Amazon.com...

Monday, September 28, 2015

Organic Ultra Dark Cocoa Powder by Fine Naturals

*Organic Ultra Dark Cocoa Powder by Fine Naturals

Fall is officially here and there is nothing like a cup of homemade Hot Chocolate and this Organic Ultra Dark Cocoa Powder by Fine Naturals make a seriously delicious cup! Not only does it make amazing Hot Chocolate it also adds intense chocolate flavor to "made-from-scratch" chocolate cake and makes some yummy smoothies!

The possibilities are endless with this Organic Ultra Dark Cocoa Powder by Fine Naturals. It has a dark, rich and intense cocoa flavor that will only enhance anything you decide to add it to.

This Cocoa Powder by Fine Naturals is made from the very best cacao beans that can be found and low temperature processed and it's naturally rich magnesium, iron, vitamins, fatty acids and antioxidants. It's also Non-GMO project verified, gluten free and vegan friendly.

Not all Cocoa Powder is created equal. Even the smell of this Cocoa Powder is superior to the traditional Cocoa Powder that we all grew up with. It's just amazing and I highly recommend it. I will never go back to the store bought, mass produced version. There is simply no comparison!

To pick up your own bag of this delicious Organic Ultra Dark Cocoa Powder by Fine Naturals go to Amazon.com...

Wink Eye Rejuvenation Cream by Vivant SkinCare

*Wink Eye Rejuvenation Cream by Vivant Skincare

As a beauty blogger I have become slightly obsessed with Eye Creams. Gel, Balms and Serums... really any skincare product to do with the eyes And for good reason. Eye Creams are the one skincare product that almost always delivers instant results. Whether it be a reduction in puffiness, instant blurring of fine lines and crows feet or instant hydration, Eye Creams can pack a powerful instant punch!

One of those Eye Creams that delivers that instant powerful punch is the Wink Eye Rejuvenation Cream by Vivant Skincare. Wink is formulated with Vitamin A, Peptides, Hyaluronic Acid, Kojic Acid, Caffeine, Aloe, Oat Extracts and Grape Seed Oil and these impressive ingredients work in unison to help reduce puffiness, soften fine lines and crows feet, lighten dark circles and all while leaving the eye area hydrated and refreshed. That's all with the first application! With continued use you will see those fine lines, wrinkles and crows feet become far less noticeable, along with any dark circles and the eye area will look brighter and more youthful. I noticed a significant difference in about 2 weeks! #KillTheCrow

Since the Wink Eye Rejuvenation Cream by Vivant Skincare does contain Vitamin A you may need to use only once a day to start out with, especially if you have any sensitivity to Vitamin A. If you use it in the morning make sure you follow up with a sunscreen since the Vitamin A can make your skin more sun-sensitive.

Tip: Use any extra product and apply to your neck and decollete, it's the perfect cream for those areas as well!

Go to vivantskincare.com to purchase or for more detailed information. You can also purchase it on Amazon.com...

CLA by Paradigm Pure Health

*CLA by Paradigm Pure Health

I have enjoyed the benefits of taking CLA or Conjugated Linoleic Acid off and on for years. Conjugated Linoleic Acid helps your body speed up the loss of fat while helping it build lean muscle mass.

I have had great results in the past when I have used CLA and I have also had great results using this CLA by Paradigm Pure Health. It the prefect compliment to any supplement & fitness routine. Not only does it assist your body in burning fat and target stubborn belly fat but it can also contribute to the overall health of your cardiovascular system and help your body fight free radical damage.

The CLA by Paradigm Pure Health is derived from Non GMO Safflower oil and is therefore suitable for vegetarians and vegans. So, take your diet and exercise to the next level by incorporating some CLA today, you won't be disappointed and you will have better weight loss results than if you didn't include CLA at all! It's worth the try!

Check out paradigmpurehealth.com for more information and you can purchase on Amazon.com...

Thursday, September 24, 2015

Neon Green Makeup Blender Sponge by JGOB Review & Giveaway

*Neon Green Makeup Blender Sponge by JGOB

If you haven't jumped on the Makeup Blending Sponge bandwagon then you should do it now! I'm really not sure how I ever lived without one.
A good blending sponge will blend makeup to a flawless finish. One thing is for sure not all blending sponges are created equal. Most of you have probably heard of and quite possible even own the coveted and most popular Beauty Blender sponge. At $20.00 the Beauty Blender is by far the most expensive blending sponge on the market but it works amazingly well and it's hard to find a less expensive version than can deliver the same results. I have actually tested out several "beauty blender" dupes and I have actually been pretty impressed with a couple of them and I shared the ones that I liked here on the blog and I'm happy to report that I get to add another one too that list!
The Neon Green Makeup Blender Sponge by JGOB is a really good dupe for the original Beauty Blender but at only $11.97 it's almost half price. Actually, this Neon Green Makeup Blender Sponge is a tad more soft than the original which I happen to like. It really allows you to get into those hard to reach areas while creating that flawless finish we have come to expect.
As with all beauty blender sponges they are designed to be used wet and the unique thing about this Neon Green Makeup Blender Sponge by JGOB is that is comes with it's own plastic storage case! I love finally having something to put my sponge in, it's super handy.

Are you ready to try the Neon Green Makeup Blender Sponge by JGOB for yourself? JGOB was nice enough to sponsor a Giveaway and give a FREE Neon Green Makeup Blender Sponge to one lucky winner! Giveaway starts 09/24/15 @ 1:00 p.m. PST and ends 10/01/15 @ 1:00 p.m. PST. Sorry the Giveaway is open to U.S. residents only :( GOOD LUCK!!