Tuesday, April 28, 2015

Dead Sea Mud Facial Mask

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I suffer from adult acne and use several different products to combat it. This mask feels incredible on my skin. I usually leave it on for about 10-15 minutes and my face feels so refreshed afterwards. I would suggest doing the mask before you shower since clean up is kind of messy. But that's the case with all good facial masks. It has a faint scent that isn't unpleasant, kind of medicinal smelling. You can tell right away after you put it on that it is working. I love it!

I highly recommend the Dead Sea Mud Facial Mask by Pure & Essential Minerals for anyone with acne, eczema or psoriasis.

I received this item at a discount for reviewing purposes. All opinions stated, whether self-purchased or provided for review, are completely those of my own.

Petrichor Athletic Jump Rope

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As a relative newbie to speed jump roping I knew I needed better jump ropes. This style is perfect for any size person as it's adjustable. The adjustment is very easily done. The handles of it are comfortable and not clunky. Even though I've used it for "speed" jump roping, it could easily be used for regular jump roping by kiddos or adults. It doesn't tangle easily and comes in a reusable drawstring bag that is perfect for storage.

Click here to learn more about Petrichor's amazing products. I received this item at a discount for reviewing purposes. All opinions stated, whether self-purchased or provided for review, are completely those of my own.

Silicone Baking Cups by Sunsella

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Baking with silicone cups is so much easier. The silicone cups peel easily off of the cupcakes and are reusable. Clean up is a snap; you just put them in the dishwasher and they come out sparkling and ready for reuse.

These baking cups by Sunsella are not only awesome but they come with a free ebook with delicious cupcake recipes!

They come with a lifetime guarantee so feel free to make as many cupcakes as your heart desires! For a limited time you can get 20% off using the promotion code: JJORSB8D

I received this item at a discount for reviewing purposes. All opinions stated, whether self-purchased or provided for review, are completely those of my own.

All Natural Aloe Vera Face Cream by Cutis Vita

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This is my first Cutis Vita product and as a lotion fanatic, I am impressed. It's called a face cream but I use it on my hands as well. Let's face it, they age just as quickly. This cream is thick and luxurious with the faintest fresh citrusy scent. It dries quickly and doesn't leave my hands or face feeling greasy or oily.

I have combination skin so I think it would work for all skin types. It leaves my skin feeling soft and ever so much tighter looking.

I received this item at a discount for reviewing purposes. All opinions stated, whether self-purchased or provided for review, are completely those of my own.

Monday, April 27, 2015

SUMO Ice Cream Scoop


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The Sumo Ice Cream Scoop is simplicity at its best. I soak it in warm water for a few seconds before using it and it glides through hard frozen ice cream with ease. The rubber handle grip is sturdy and comfortable to hold and doesn't slip like my old plastic handled one. I love that it comes with a lifetime guarantee though I don't see myself ever having to use it. This is a heavy duty and well designed ice cream scoop. It virtually looks and feels like it's indestructible. It still looks brand new after numerous times in the dishwasher.

I received this item at a discount for reviewing purposes. All opinions stated, whether self-purchased or provided for review, are completely those of my own.

Hango Lunch Totes - Set of Two Sizes (Small & Large)

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The lunch totes by Hango are beautifully crafted with sturdy material and the handle makes them extremely portable when you've got your hands full!

Thanks to the thermal insulation system, my food stays fresher longer. I use mine for my lunch at work all the time and also for just keeping drinks or food fresh when running to the park. With the addition of an ice pack drinks stay cool for quite a while. The stainless steel zippers are extremely durable and have held up wonderfully.

Hango offers a lifetime warranty, not that I'll be needing it but it is nice to know that the company stands behind their product. It really says a lot about the quality of their design! They even went the extra mile to include a drawstring pouch to make storage of the totes a breeze. Mine however, get so much use that storage hasn't been an issue.
I received this item at a discount for reviewing purposes. All opinions stated, whether self-purchased or provided for review, are completely those of my own.

Friday, April 24, 2015

Ice Blocks that Rock!

Say goodbye to "cubes" and hello to "orbs"! 

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Boring square ice cubes are a thing of the past, why not make them into orbs and be cooler than the rest!



Though these make great ice balls for parties, we have actually replaced our old ice trays with them for so many reasons. The ice balls are about golf ball size and due to that, they stay frozen in your drink much longer than regular ice cubes. When you first get them make sure you read the instructions to avoid the "nipple" effect. We had no problem with this at all since the seller was nice enough to send the instructions via email before I even received the product. These are fun for everyday drinks and my kids love them!


Friday, April 10, 2015

Wonderful Hair Detangler Brush by Bella Eleganze

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Finally a perfect brush in the perfect size! My hair tangles so easily and I must brush it at least 10-20 times a day. Carrying around a bulky hairbrush in my purse is just not gonna work, so I often have those tiny ones that are about as useful as a fork when it comes to brushing your hair.

This specific brush is not only compact enough to fit in my purse, but it's super cute and untangles my hair so easily! It doesn't pull my hair out in the process either, which is a common problem with regular everyday brushes. My hair is pretty thick and this brush stood up to it like a champ. The curved handle is very ergonomic and easy to use as well.


I received this item at a discount for reviewing purposes. All opinions stated, whether self-purchased or provided for review, are completely those of my own.
 

YOUR Pillow! by SHO - Ultimate Self Inflating Travel Pillow

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We go camping quite a bit in my house and lugging our regular pillows around takes up so much space in the car when travelling. They also get dirty and have to be washed as soon as we get home. This little pillow is the perfect replacement for them!! I actually keep it with our camping gear and we don't have to worry about packing our own.

It self inflates to about 50% when you first use it but you can blow it up a little more depending on your needs. I personally like my pillows a bit firmer so I inflated mine further. It's comfortable enough on your head due to the crease in the middle designed for comfort. It wipes clean easily with a damp cloth or wipe and deflating and placing back in the drawstring bag was a piece of cake.

I plan on getting these for everyone in the household so no one steals mine on our next camping trip! I received this item at a discount for reviewing purposes. All opinions stated, whether self-purchased or provided for review, are completely those of my own.

Easyfinder Snag-Free Set of Scarf, Belt or Tie Hangers


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Finally a way to keep my belts and scarves where I can easily find what I'm looking for. I usually just have all of my scarves and belts sitting on the top shelf of my closet and just grabbing one more often than not, causes others to fall. It's a pain really. This scarf hanger makes that problem a thing of the past. I'm not a tie wearer but I'm sure it would work for them as well.

The package comes with two separate hangers, each of which holds 12 different items. (or more if you double up) The material is soft enough to keep from snagging on delicate scarves. Having these hanging on my clothes rack has opened up an entire shelf in my closet. I needed this type of organization in my life! I received this item at a discount for reviewing purposes. All opinions stated, whether self-purchased or provided for review, are completely those of my own.

800 Watt Handheld Fabric Steamer Mini

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This is the first time I've tried a steamer out and I must say I will be saving a lot of money on dry cleaning that's for sure. It heats up very quickly and does the job exactly as I had hoped. My son loves to take hung up clothes and throw them on his bed. Then when it's time to wear them I get the "Mommmm, will you iron this?" I absolutely LOATHE ironing. This is such an easier alternative.

The design is very simple and easy to use for us non experienced steamers. You get the steamer itself which is a cute retro blue, a funnel, two additional attachments and instructions.


When I first tested the steamer, it heated up very quickly and I was able to remove the wrinkles from my sons shirt in a matter of minutes. I may never touch my actual iron again! I received this item at a discount for reviewing purposes. All opinions stated, whether self-purchased or provided for review, are completely those of my own.

CVLIFE Vibration Shiatsu Massage Cushion

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This is an incredible neck massager! I've seen these before and passed up the opportunity to purchase one. I really shouldn't have waited so long, it is amazing! I work at a desk up to 8 hours a day and my neck gets extremely sore. This massager has a strap on the back that makes it very easy to attach to the neck of your chair. I'm sure you could easily use it for your feet and/or back as well but I love it on my neck.


In addition to the vibrating massage, there is a heated element to it for just the right amount of comfort. It comes with not only a wall plug but a car one as well so you could use it in the car for that lovely commute or road trips! Maybe a little massage will take care of my road rage. Looks like I may have to purchase another one for my vehicle as well.

If you're looking for a really good massager at a very reasonable price, I would recommend this one by CVLife. I received this item at a discount for reviewing purposes. All opinions stated, whether self-purchased or provided for review, are completely those of my own.


Monday, March 30, 2015

MoKo Amazon Kindle Fire HD 6 Case

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After recently receiving my first tablet and falling absolutely in love, I decided it was time to protect it just like I do my beloved iPhone. The Fire HD is a sturdy tablet but you can never be too careful. However, I decided that since I don't use the kindle nearly as much as my iPhone I didn't need crazy military strength protection and decided to meet in the middle and get something stylish and sturdy at the same time.

I chose this slim case from MoKo and couldn't be happier with my choice. It comes in 12 different colors and three different designs. I've only used the blue one but if the others are as vibrant as this one, then you really can't go wrong.


There are so many good things to say about this case other than the colors though. The exterior fits the Kindle Fire HD 6" like a glove, nice and snug like a case should be. The material is a synthetic leather that could easily pass for the real thing. The interior is a soft microfiber fabric that almost feels like suede. It's not only easy on the eyes, but it is very comfortable to hold. 


It has a built in magnetic closure that holds it closed and automatically puts it into sleep mode; once opened it will awaken. There is a built in strap that makes one handed usage a cinch and it also converts into a built in stand that holds the Kindle securely in landscape mode. If you're a stylus user, which I am not (... yet), it has an elastic strap that will easily hold pretty much any size stylus in place for use when you need it. 


For protection and to give your Kindle a little bit of style, you really can't do better than this case. The price can't be beat and the quality is superb. Highly recommend!! I received this item at a discount for reviewing purposes. All opinions stated, whether self-purchased or provided for review, are completely those of my own. 


Friday, March 27, 2015

[Apple MFi Certified] Lightning to USB Cable w/Unique Tangle Free Flat Style

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Finally!!!! A cord that doesn't tangle! 

My favorite part of this cable is the fact that the cable part of it is flat. At first I didn't see what the big deal was with this but immediately noticed. It's designed this way to keep it from getting tangled and it TOTALLY does the trick. I'm on my phone all the time so I have to have it plugged in most of the day and am constantly getting it tangled up in the cords. After days of using this one, I have yet to have it tangle once!

The next thing I noticed that's awesome is it charged my phone up super fast. I mean like weirdly fast. Other cables I've owned have taken a good hour or so to get it up to 100%. This one did it in half the time. As a busy person this is an absolute must have. This is definitely an incredible quality lightning cable! I received this item at a discount for reviewing purposes. All opinions stated, whether self-purchased or provided for review, are completely those of my own.

Monday, March 23, 2015

Organic Dandelion Root Tea - With Hibiscus & Cinnamon

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I am a complete newbie when it comes to dandelion root tea. I do love tea though and have tried many other kinds. This tea is absolutely delicious and loaded with nutrients. I prefer iced tea but this can be served hot as well. Add sugar or cream if you like but honestly I loved it just like it is over ice. 

Some key benefits of dandelion root tea are that of course it is loaded with vitamins and minerals that your body needs. Another benefit is that it helps aid in digestion as well as assist in cleansing your liver and kidneys. 

If you're looking for a yummy, ready to drink tea that is loaded with all the good stuff, I'd recommend this product. Organic is the way to go! I received this item at a discount for reviewing purposes. All opinions stated, whether self-purchased or provided for review, are completely those of my own. 

Kiva Gourmet HOT + SWEET SMOKED Spanish Paprika

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We are a family that loves to cook. Though American at heart, we cook up almost any cuisine imaginable. Paprika is used in so many of our recipes so we go through a lot of it. I've always just used the regular paprika that you get at the grocery store, which after looking is grown in Texas. Nothing wrong with that but to get to try some authentic Spanish paprika made me giddy!

We have used them both and depending on what flavor you're going for, they do make a difference. They both have a rich delicious smoky flavor that completely blows the grocery store paprika out of the kitchen. It has actually since been tossed.

The sweet paprika can replace your regular paprika in just about any recipe. It has a bit of a sweet almost fruity flavor which is delicious and aromatic! If you want to give it a little kick then I'd use the hot smoked paprika. It's not spicy but offers a hint of chile flavor. Regardless which you use, you won't be disappointed.

I received this item at a discount for reviewing purposes. All opinions stated, whether self-purchased or provided for review, are completely those of my own.

Luxe Beauty Essentials Plush Microfiber Hair Towel

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This towel is extremely soft, absorbent and doesn't weigh my hair down. I have almost shoulder length hair and usually just use a regular towel to tie my hair up after a shower. They can get very heavy and often fall off while I'm trying to get ready. This one is great for my length of hair and is just the right size. 

I do believe they should offer them in larger sizes as well though for those with long hair as I'm not sure this would do the trick for long hair. But for me it is perfect and absorbs the water just as well as regular towels. It's nice to have a towel that is specifically for my hair for a change! I received this item at a discount for reviewing purposes. All opinions stated, whether self-purchased or provided for review, are completely those of my own.

Supernova 300 Lumens Ultra Bright LED Camping and Emergency Lantern

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We go to the beach quite often and camp. While in the tent we don't need a large spot light lighting up our tent like the fourth of July so we used this one recently. It is bright but not overly bright and gives off just enough light in my opinion. It's compact and easy to use. It comes with a hook on the bottom of the lantern so we were able to hang it inside the tent with no problem.
I've read some reviews that stated that the batteries are hard to change but I honestly had absolutely no problem at all. It's extremely easy. Unscrew the lid to the battery compartment on the bottom. Place the batteries in and when replacing the lid, light up the arrow on the lid with the arrow on the base and screw back on. I have no idea what others are finding difficult about that.
All in all it's a useful, decent quality, compact lantern great for camping. I wouldn't suggest using it if you're going to climb Mt. Everest but for our purposes it worked excellently. I received this item at a discount for reviewing purposes. All opinions stated, whether self-purchased or provided for review, are completely those of my own.