PainAway Essential Oil Blend by Phytopia

*PainAway Essential Oil Blend by Phytopia

I have tried a few other lovely essential oils blends from Phytopia, the SlimWay Grapefruit Essential Oil Blend, Stretch Mark Remover Essential Oil Blend, Tranquility Essential Oil Blend and now this PainAway Essential Oil Blend and I have really enjoyed all of them.  The two standouts are the Tranquility Essential Oil Blend and this PainAway Essential Oil Blend.

I have really been enjoying using this PainAway Essential Oil Blend.  While it doesn't give you that "icy hot" feeling like most traditional pain creams you do feel a nice cooling sensation and it definitely provides some serious relief for tired and achy muscles.  Not only does it help soothe tires and sore muscles but the blend of Evening Primrose, Peppermint, Rosemary, Eucalyptus and Lavender Essential Oils smells amazing which I'm sure helps melt away the tension and stress too.

My favorite way to use this is as a massage oil for my back and neck.  I have a lot of back and neck issues and having my husband massage this PainAway Essential Oil Blend feels incredible, especially if it's right before bed.  It really helps me relax which also means I sleep better as well.

I highly recommend trying any of the all natural and organic Essential Oil Blends from Phytopia, they are seriously amazing!

You can find this PainAway Essential Oil Blend by Phytopia or any of their other Essential Oil Blends on Amazon.com...

              

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Parachute Hammock by Native Spring

*Parachute Hammock by Native Spring

There is just something about a hammock that is so relaxing, am I right?

This Parachute Hammock by Native Spring is the perfect hammock to just put up in your backyard or to take on a camping trip!  The great thing about this hammock is that it rolls up into a convenient drawstring bag so you can really take it anywhere!

I love having this set up in our backyard.  It becomes the perfect spot to take an afternoon nap or to sit and read a book while supping on my favorite cocktail.  However, since it's so easy to pack up into it's little bag I also love that we can take it camping with us too!

The hammock itself is really lightweight but also extremely durable.  It's also well made and even has triple stitching for additional support.  Technically this is a single person hammock but the fabric is nice quality 100% parachute nylon and has a capacity up to 600 lbs.

This hammock doesn't come with Hanging Hammock Tree Straps but I found some nice, inexpensive ones on Amazon that work great!

You can find this Parachute Hammock by Native Spring on Amazon.com as well as the Hanging Hammock Tree Straps...

    

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Yoga Wheel by Lotus Brands, Inc.

*Yoga Wheel by Lotus Brands, Inc.

As many times as I've done Yoga and Barre3 I have yet had the chance to use a Yoga Wheel.  When I heard it could do great things for people with back pain I knew I had to try it out for myself.
My first impression of this Yoga Wheel by Lotus Brands, Inc. was that I was surprised at how sturdy it was.  It supposedly can hold up to 450 lbs of body weight which is really impressive. The outside of the wheel is covered in a soft, comfortable padding and the wheel itself is really well made.  This is definitely a nice piece of Yoga equipment that I will have for years to come.
I will admit that it took me a few times to really get my balance so that I could use it to stretch out my back.  However, once I got the hang of it and knew where I needed to place it then it became really easy to use.  I have had to work my way up to the recommended 10 minutes but it has really helped keep my back pain in check.  I love using it first thing when I get home from work to really de-stress and relieve the tension.  It really gives a good stretch to my spine and surrounding muscles.  You can also use it in much the same way that you would use a foam roller but a Yoga Wheel provides me with a much deeper stretch.  I also enjoy using it right before I go to bed.  I find that when I use it before bed it also helps me sleep!

You can find this Yoga Wheel by Lotus Brands, Inc. over on Amazon.com...

 

 This is not a sponsored post. I received this product at a discount in exchange for my honest, unbiased review. I will only recommend products or services that I enjoy using personally and that I think my readers would enjoy also. All opinions are my own. 

This post may contain affiliate links which will help support my blog and I thank you in advance for your support. If you do not wish to use my links, no hard feelings, just do a search for the product and or brand on the interweb!

Ceramide Moisturizer by Serum Ceuticals

*Ceramide Moisturizer by Serum Ceuticals

Since my skin has a tendency to run more on the oily side I usually reserve intense moisturizers to use primarily around my eyes and on my neck and decollete.  However, I do like to use a more intense moisturizer after I do a chemical peel or microdermabrasion to help keep my skin irritation to a minimum.

I found this Ceramide Moisturizer by Serum Ceuticals worked perfectly to help shorten the time it normally takes my skin to return to normal after doing a TCA Deep Chemical Peel.  This Ceramide Moisturizer helped soothe and nourish my skin.  It also helped reduce the amount of dry, flaky skin often associated with doing a chemical peel.  It even provided some much needed deep hydration for my fresh and new skin.

If your into doing any sort of peel or microdermabrasion I would recommend getting some of this Ceramide Moisturizer by Serum Ceuticals to have on hand.  I think spending the extra money to have a moisturizer that helps shorten then down time after a peel or microdermabrasion is well worth it.  This moisturizer also worked wonders on my husband's Eczema so I would think it would work well for any skin that is dry, dehydrated, inflamed or irritated.

You can find this Ceramide Moisturizer by Serum Ceuticals on Amazon.com...

 

 This is not a sponsored post. I received this product at a discount in exchange for my honest, unbiased review. I will only recommend products or services that I enjoy using personally and that I think my readers would enjoy also. All opinions are my own. 

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Survival Paracord Bracelet by GikPal

*Survival Paracord Bracelet by GikPal

As an avid hiker and camper safety is always something that is on my mind.  There is always the possibility of taking the wrong trail while hiking and ending up lost and being prepared is essential.  Lately, I have been taking things a little more seriously and adding items to my backpack that will come in handy for those "just in case" moments.  Naturally, when I saw this Survival Paracord Bracelet I knew it was something I had to have.

This is no ordinary bracelet.  This is a 5 in 1 survival tool and it's genius!  It is made from durable Paracord that can be disassembled and used for rope in an emergency.  Plus, contained in the buckle portion is a whistle, fire rod and fire scraper which can also double as a knife.  Like I said, genius!

While this bracelet is probably made more with a man in mind since it's a little big for my woman size wrists I think it's something anyone who hikes, hunts, or camps should have.  You can also just simply attach it to a backpack or any other gear if you didn't want to wear it as a bracelet.  You can also choose from all black or army green if your picky about color.  My husband and father have already requested one for themselves that they can use for hunting so it looks like I will be ordering more for gifts!

You can find this Survival Paracord Bracelet by GikPal on Amazon.com...

 

 I received this product at a discount in exchange for my honest, unbiased review using Tomoson.  Regardless, I only recommend products or services that I enjoy using personally and that I believe will be good for my readers.  Press Sample.  May Contain Affiliate Links.  All Opinions Are My Own.

15% AHA Nightly Exfoliating Pads by Newday Essence

*15% AHA Nightly Exfoliating Pads by Newday Essence

I am a big believer in acids!  In my experience nothing else gives you the results that acids do and instantly.  I use an acid on my face in one form or another and in one strength or another every night.  It's the key to keeping my skin healthy, smooth, clear and even toned.  If I miss a night or two for whatever reason it shows in my skin.  So, acids are simply a "must have" for me.

Since my skin has a lot of acid "experience" I am able to use a fairly high percentage of acid a few times a week.  However, these 15% AHA Nightly Exfoliating Pads by Newday Essence have the perfect percentage to use on a nightly basis just to keep my skin in check.  Created with a unique blend of Organic fruit acids, Glycolic Acid, Malic Acid, Lactic Acid and Bilberry Extract these pads are full of skin renewing ingredients!  The 15% AHA is also a great starting point if you are new to using acid on your skin.  I would recommend doing a test patch if you have sensitive skin just to make sure you don't have any adverse reactions.  You can also start by using these 15% AHA Nightly Exfoliating Pads just a couple times a week and as your skin builds its tolerance you can increase the amount of days you use the pads until you are using them on a nightly basis.

I think all skin types can benefit from using acids but especially if you have oily skin that is prone to clogged pores.  The acids in these Nightly Exfoliating Pads by Newday Essence will help speed up your skin's natural cell turnover process which means dead and dull skin is gently exfoliated away.

You will notice dry, rough patches disappear, age/sun spots and other discoloration will lighten up, skin texture will improve, pore size will improve and even fine lines and wrinkles will start to less noticeable.  Yeah, all that just from a little acid!

These 15% AHA Nightly Exfoliating Pads by Newday Essence are a very affordable place to start at just $23.95 for a 2 month supply.  Go for it, your skin will thank you...and then you can thank me!

You can purchase these 15% AHA Nightly Exfoliating Pads by Newday Essence over on Amazon.com...

 

 I received this product at a discount in exchange for my honest, unbiased review using Tomoson.  Regardless, I only recommend products or services that I enjoy using personally and that I believe will be good for my readers. Press Sample. May Contain Affiliate Links. All Opinions Are My Own.

Delicious Tea Delivered Right To Your Door by Teabook

*Delicious Tea Delivered Right To Your Door by Teabook

I consider myself a bit of a Tea junkie.  I love tea of all kinds but all tea is not created equal.  I've had some bad teas over the years and because of that I feel like I know what to look for and smell for when it comes to picking out a quality tea.  

So, when I heard there was a tea subscription box by Teabook I knew I had to test it out.  My first box came with a really cool BPA-free glass tumbler that is also is free of other harmful chemicals, double-walled so you can keep your tea hot without burning your hands!  Plus, it also came with a nice assortment of Green, Oolong, White and Red loose teas to try.  I love the Teabook Tea Tumbler it's a great quality tumbler and perfect to drink my tea on the go!  I am also really impressed with the teas.  I have tried all the flavors and all of them are delicious.  I'm partial to a nice Green Tea so that one is probably my favorite.  Overall, they are nice quality teas with rich flavor and color.  These teas are sure to please any tea lover!

By now you are probably wanting to know how the subscription box service works.  Basically, it's $24.99 per month if you purchase from teabook.co and your first box will arrive with that cool Teabook Tumbler I was talking about.  You will receive premium quality loose leaf tea in pre-portioned packets.  Each following month you will continue to receive rare or premium quality loose leaf tea in pre-portioned packets.  Of course you can always skip a month for whatever reason if you need to.  For the quality and the amount of tea that you get I think it's a bargain.

However, if you are just wanting a trial run you can also purchase a Teabook box off of Amazon as well. (See specific links below).

For more detailed information go to teabook.co and you can also purchase Teabook items on Amazon.com...

          

 I received this product at a discount in exchange for my honest, unbiased review using Tomoson.  Regardless, I only recommend products or services that I enjoy using personally and that I believe will be good for my readers. Press Sample. May Contain Affiliate Links. All Opinions Are My Own.