Aveeno Ultra-Calming Makeup Remover Wipes Review #Klout

 

Thanks to Klout I was able to try out Aveeno Active Naturals Ultra-Calming Makeup Removing Wipes. The packages of wipes contain 25 large wipes, with a flip top opening (like a baby wipe case).

The wipes are thick and durable, yet soft and work SO well. It takes ALL the makeup off- even mascara. The wipes smell absolutely amazing, and they stay wet for a long time. So you can take one of the wipes in the bathroom with you before showering.

You’ll have time to run your water, get undressed, and then wipe your makeup off. I was really stunned at how much makeup was on the wipe. Even If I’m not wearing makeup, I’ll wake up and use this- and you can actually see all the dirt, scum, and germs that is wiped off.

This picture- I only had foundation and a small amount of eye shadow on and look!

The pads are so large that it is more than enough to get face, neck, and behind the ears. You could even cut them in half to get more use for your money. Half a pad works perfectly.

One side is the cleansing side, the other is an exfoliation side. You can exfoliate and then cleanse- or vice versa. It removes all the dirt and makeup off my face while leaving it fresh, clean, and moisturized.

They sud up really really well- better than any other cleansing pad I’ve seen or used. These don’t contain “soap” so they do NOT dry out your face while cleaning it. Just PURE clean with a hint of fragrance that smells heavenly. Will definitely buy these in the future.

The pads are so much easier to get eye makeup off then using a regular facial cleanser. The regular cleansers end up running the mascara- making me have to re-clean it a couple times before the raccoon look is completely gone. With these pads- one SWIPE over my eyes and the eyeshadow, mascara, eyeliner, AND foundation GONE!

Product Claim:

Fragrance-free, soap free, noncomedogenic, and hypoallergenic.  Sensitive skin could be unbalanced, which leads to irritation and redness.  Helps visibly reduce the appearance of redness and calm dry irritated or sensitive skin while gently cleansing your face.  This gentle wipe lifts away dirt, oil, and makeup without over drying or aggravating your skin.

 

What is Feverfew? (main ingredient in the wipes)

It is a natural ingredient which is related to chamomile.  It is a resilient flower that is known for its soothing, and one of natures antioxidants.

 

Gently Soothes and Cleanses, Removing Dirt and Makeup, Even Mascara

• Oil-free
• Noncomedogenic
• Dermatologist tested
• Ophthalmologist tested
• Active Naturals® Calming Feverfew™

Sensitive skin can be unbalanced, leading to irritation and redness.  Help rebalance your skin by cleansing with Aveeno® Ultra Calming® Makeup Removing Wipes.  These gentle soft wipes remove dirt, oil and even makeup.  With Active Naturals® Calming Feverfew™, an ingredient related to Chamomile, these wipes leave your sensitive skin feeling soothed and balanced to help reveal your natural beauty.

 

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Disclosure: This isn’t a sponsored post, products were sent for review purposes only. The opinions in this post are 100% honest and not influenced in any way. Thanks to KLOUT for letting me try these!

 

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Jessica

Crayon Rocks Review

Adisyn is my little artist. She is always drawing, writing, or coloring. Even though she's only 3, and scribbles- she does it with all her heart. I'm not sure how many boxes of crayons I have bought her in the past year, but it's been quite a bit.

She ends up losing them, or breaking them. I was excited for her to be able to try these amazing crayon rocks. The name says it all. They are shaped like rocks, so it's easier for her small hands to hold. She can't break them because they are designed specifically for small hands.

They come in 16 colors, so it keeps her pretty busy choosing from all the colors. She has had so much fun tracing her hands, coloring me pictures, and scribbling her heart out. I love to see her sit for awhile and get into it.

She spreads them out on the floor and watches cartoons while she colors. The colors are grey, black, brown, light brown, orange, dark orange, red, dark blue, periwinkle blue, purple, light purple pink, goldish yellow, bright yellow, light green, and dark green.

Because it comes with a small beige colored drawstring bag, she puts her crayon rocks away as soon as she's done with them. I was very impressed. I have bought her many crayon boxes and pencil pouches for crayon storage, but obviously she would rather have the drawstring bag.! I'm glad that she has found something that she can enjoy AND keep up with!

Great for taking to the doctor, out to eat, or in the car. She can bring a coloring book and her bag of crayon rocks and stay busy instead of whining that she's bored.! My family has come to love these crayon rocks.

If you have a small kid that loves to color but breaks crayons like Adisyn did- this is the perfect solution! They are bigger than pebbles, so you don't have to worry about them being eaten or swallowed- but they are small enough for her fingers to grip and color her heart out!

• Crayon Rocks are all natural soy wax crayons made from
  USA grown soybeans and colored with mineral pigments.
• The colors are vibrant and can be layered to make
  beautifully textured art work.
• They were designed to strengthen the tripod grip muscles,
  preparing fingers and hands for handwriting.
• The shape allows small fingers to color in large, wide strokes
  creating pictures rich in color.
• Used by occupational therapists to develop fine motor skills.

BUY IT: You can buy Crayon Rocks on the website for $4.54 for 8 crayons.

 

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Disclosure: This isn’t a sponsored post, products were sent for review purposes only. All opinions within this post are completely honest and not influenced in any way.

 

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Jessica

Excelerol- Brain Power Supplement Review

 

This is an amazing brain power supplement. I have been using Excelerol for about 3 weeks now, and really REALLY like it. I am a mom of 2 small kids, so I am always on the go. I don’t have a chance to sit down and have a quiet moment, and I need to stay on top of the game. That means I need to stay alert and focused, or my house just might become a tornado!

I am always looking for new items to help me be alert. Coffee, Espresso, energy drinks and YES even diet pills have been on my try list. With Excelerol, I don’t have to worry about consuming a pound of sugar (like energy drinks). Don’t have to worry about crashing (like diet pills).. Excelerol only contains caffeine from natural sources, so there is no crash, no jitters, and no SUGAR!

Excelerol helps me keep my concentration on one thing. Because I have bipolar- I tend to jump around and do ten million things at a time. Meaning I get hardly anything completed and have started more tasks then I know what to do with. This has helped me maintain focus, and I have gotten tons of tasks done from start to finish without feeling like I need to take a nap in the middle of doing it, or starting something else and forgetting all about the first task that I started.

My alertness level has increased and is maintained throughout the day. 2 capsules usually lasts me about 6 hours, and there is no crash or jitters in between or after. I really like this!! They are fast acting liquid sustained release capsules and are 100% free of gels. Many clinical tests have been tested and shown that the ingredients that are in these brain boosting capsules are the key necessities that brains need to improve overall brain health, extending memory, focus, and concentration.

The best thing about these capsules are that they don’t have a smell or aftertaste. I’ve taken so many multi-vitamins, diet pills, and other energy supplements trying to get loads of work done while keeping up with the kids, and most of the after-tastes were bitter. This just has a minty taste to it, which tastes quite amazing. This absorbs very quickly, allowing for instant results.

Whether your keeping up with tornado-like children, studying for a huge test, or tackling a huge project at work- Excelerol is what you need to stay on track, be consistent, and have that much needed motivation. Excelerol has been my lifeline these 3 weeks, and it’s a HUGE plus that they are totally vegetarian.

BUY IT: You can buy Excelerol on their website for $199.95 $90.95 for 90 day supply

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Disclosure: This isn’t a sponsored post, products were sent for review purposes only. All opinions within this post are completely honest and not influenced in any way.

 

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Jessica

LoveTrueNatural Self-Tan Review

I got the chance to review the Lavera Naturkosmetik Sun Sensitiv Self-Tanning lotion. I am IN LOVE with this self tanner. Not only does it give me a quick tan (within 3 hours), it also smells really good.

It has a lavender/Citus scent to it, and is certified naturally organic. Organic macadamia nut, organic Jojoba oil and organic Sunflower Oil for easy application and silky soft, smooth skin.

The trick to applying any sunless tanner is to exfoliate the skin first. So get yourself and amazing body scrub and loofah and go to town on those dead skin cells. This is so your tan is blended well and not blotchy- sticking to the dead skin that everyone has.

I am using TreeHut Coconut & Lime Body Scrub to exfoliate. Then pat your skin dry- apply the tanner all over your body (with your clothes off, of course). Then let it dry before you put your clothes on. Sunless tanners will stain clothes if you don’t let it dry before putting clothes on.

Organic Lavender, Aloe Vera and rose water offer moisturizing benefits and leave skin feeling refreshed. My skin was very moisturized after applying this sunless tanner. I loved the way that it was thick and creamy- which allowed for an easier spread.

I didn’t have any streaks what-so-ever when using this. I used this on both my face and body, avoiding the hair lines of course. No orange spots, no dark brown ankles or knees. Oh- yeah, I’ve been there and done that! Not a pretty site to have dirty looking knees and ankles.

Make sure you wash you hands after using of course, so that the insides of your fingers and palms do not turn brown. Wash immediately after applying. And wait at least 6 hours before beginning another application on your body/face.

 

Winner of the "Best Sunless Tan" Award by GorgeouslyGreen.com's 2008 Beauty Awards. Their Self-Tanner was the only natural cosmetic product to receive an "Outstanding" rating from Oekto-Test Magazine. It was also the Winner of the "Special Innovation Prize 2002" in Europe.

I wasn’t surprised to see that this has won several awards, it is the absolute best sunless tanning lotion that I’ve ever used. No nasty chemicals- no chemical type smell- Just amazing results with an amazing smell.

It lasts awhile- somewhere between 5-7 days with one application. When just applying one application- you get a nice glowing bronzed look that isn’t too dark. The main thing with Sunless bronzers is that you see results instantly and it doesn’t take the time to gently soak into your skin.

Most sunless tanners are messy- they ruin clothes, sheets, your hands, and make you loose your mind. With this tanner- it is absolutely worry-free tanning.

I’ve been asked if I went on vacation or been laying out, so apparently I’m not the only one who thinks that this looks totally natural. I didn’t end up looking like I took a nose-dive in doritos or transformed into an oompa-loompa, so I was pretty happy =)

I stopped going to the tanning bed when my son was born 5 years ago. Not only because of skin cancer worries but because of the price as well. Kids come first, and I absolutely didn’t have the means to be paying mega bucks for tanning sessions and lotions.

Now I can enjoy being tan without the worry of melanoma or other skin cancers. No chemicals or bad smells oozing from this tan lotion and works in a tremendous way!!

 

Warnings and application:

Apply evenly to clean, dry skin and allow time to absorb

• Use a smaller amount on your elbows, knees, ankles, and feet to avoid dark stains.
• Avoid the hairline and eyebrows
• Wash hands thoroughly after use
• Avoid the hairline and eyebrows
• It takes approximately 4-5 hours to develop and lasts 3-7 days.
• Use once or twice a week depending on how deep you want your tan to be.
• Wait until completely dry before dressing to avoid staining your clothes.
• Does not offer sun protection
• Do not store at temperatures over 30* C

BUY IT: You can buy this amazing sunless tanner from LoveTrueNatural for $28.90.

 

LoveTrueNatural also sent the True Natural All Natural Self Tanner face & body for me to review.

This sunless tanning lotion has a nice soothing lavender scent. It smelled amazing! This was also amazing at leaving a streak free color that was visible within 3-4 hours.

It has zero chemicals, zero harmful ingredients, and made with certified organic ingredients to help your body stay safe while looking it’s best. It is the first USDA 100% Certified Biobased self tanner on the market.

Love True Natural uses a combination of naturally occurring sugars found in certain fruits and vegetables, whereas other self tanners are made with chemicals and harmful ingredients. They also put off nasty smells because of it.

Love True Natural products are made in the U.S. using 100% natural ingredients, certified organic whenever possible, and are always cruelty free. Safe for children and adults.

This tanner shows up within 3-4 hours and can be used daily. The tan naturally fades away without leaving dark spots on the skin. This not only naturally soaks into the skin- leaving an absolutely beautiful tan, but it stays on for 3-10 days.

The fruit sugars react with amino acids found in the outer layer of the skin, creating a nontoxic reaction which gives skin a tanned look. That is why it is so important to exfoliate skin before applying the tanner- so that it has healthy skin cells to attach to, not dead ones.

Jojoba oil lends light, non-greasy hydration. Aloe Vera guards against environmental damage and is a skin-soother. And Green Tea extract is packed with anti-oxidants to prevent aging free radical damage. This feels unlike other tanners because it more like a gel feel- it doesn’t get greasy or oily.

The best thing about it is that you can still shave your legs while this is on. Your tan stays nice and neat and you can still get a close shave. Don’t worry that your tan will fade. Just make sure that you do not use a body scrub while your tan is on- it will exfoliate your tan away.

This has natural anti-aging ingredients in it as well. So not only is your skin getting a beautiful tan, but it is also getting an anti-aging regimen all in one.! This is an amazing tanner! I couldn’t have asked for a better tan AND with all natural products! I was a happy camper!

BUY IT: You can buy the True Natural Self Tanner for $17.99 here

About Love True Natural:

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 - that 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!

Our Ingredient Standard is Simple:

We don’t settle for synthetics…

• No petroleum based ingredients
• No synthetic preservatives
• No synthetic emulsifiers
• No synthetic fragrances
• No Synthetic Colors
• No animal testing

 

Disclosure: This isn’t a sponsored post, products were sent for review purposes only. All opinions are completely honest and not influenced in any way.

 

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Jessica

Nutra-Lift Skin & Hair Care Review

I had the chance to test three Nutra-lift products; the Night Repair Skin Renewal, the Nonsoap Herbal Cleanser, and the Simply Superb shampoo
These products show results without having to spend an arm and a leg on them, and they are mostly organic, rarely using chemicals inside.
I have been using these products daily for 4-5 weeks, and the results were showing within the first week.
Night Repair Cell Renewal

I really enjoyed using this night repair cream. One pump from this dispenser was all I needed to get my entire face and neck before going to bed. The product is a cream-colored tint, and isn’t sticky in the least little bit.
My skin soaks this up without any residue left behind. My skin does have a pink reaction after using this, but it being a cellular renewal serum, the pinkness should be expected because it’s cleaning and clearing the old cells off your face.
Nutra Lift Night Repair “creates newer fresher skin and in quicker time than chemical peels”. My face felt rejuvenated and clean, smelled wonderful, and my skin was brighter as well as smooth!
“Fresh...Fast. A neutral PH, non-irritating, better exfoliating treatment with amino acid L-Carnitine that energizes the skin.” It did show results very quickly which amazed me. This is an amazing night cream that never leaves any sticky residue on your pillows.
BUY IT: The Night Fluid is $35 for 1 oz. bottle
Herbal Nonsoap Cleanser

This Herbal Nonsoap cleanser is certified organic, and is very gentle on the skin. This is perfect for those who have sensitive skin and need something that will not dry their skin out.
This cleanser has a strong (herbally citrus) smell, which was okay. I didn’t expect it to really have a fragrance smell because it IS organic. It is a cleanser, a mask, toner, and makeup remover all in one.
It has herbal extracts and vitamins. AND it works well with all skin types; whether you have oily, dry, combination, or sensitive skin- this natural gel cleanser will work for you.
Because it’s a gel- it doesn’t bubble up like a soap cleanser, hense the name nonsoap. It contains wheat germ and vitamin C, which are both great for the skin. My face was noticeably softer, and it leaves no film- so your makeup goes on flawlessly.
My mascara and makeup was completely gone, yet my face was moist. This never once dried my skin out or left it too oily. It was the right amount of nourishment for my skin and I really liked it.
BUY IT: This Herbal Nonsoap cleanser is $24 for 8 oz. bottle
Simply Superb Shampoo

This is an amazing shampoo. Not only does it cleanse extrememly well, but it feels like there is conditioner built in with this. It smells amazing, and did wonders for my hair. It’s absolutely chemical and sulfate free- so I even used this on my kids.
Adisyn’s hair is thin, but somehow she ends up with tons of tangles in her hair. This leads to her crying and screaming that it hurts when her hair is brushed. I either had to end up using conditioner on her hair or using a detangler every time and she is only 3.
It is made with Goat milk and infused  with luxurious pure silk. This is what gives off the moisture to the hair follicles- so that hair is naturally silky to the feel, manages tangles, and takes away the frizzy part of hair.
This shampoo is also amazing for the scalp as well. With it being natural and organic with a blend of herbs- it moisturizes the scalp without leaving behind any unwanted residue- which is what causes the scalp to become unhealthy and start to flake.
When using this shampoo- I didn’t have to use conditioner or detangler on her hair, and I didn’t get any protests from her when brushing her hair. Her hair smelled great, was extremely shiny, and of course tons more manageable.
I am in LOVE with this shampoo- it is perfect for not only my hair but my kids hair as well. It rinses clean but makes hair SO soft. Smells amazing, and leaves hair shiny, manageable, and doesn’t weigh the hair down.
BUY IT: The Simply Superb Shampoo is $16 for 8 oz. bottle
Key points about Nutra-Lift
Natural & Organic
Hypoallergenic
Non-comedegenic
Good for all skin types
Cruelty Free
30 day money back guarantee

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Jessica

Playful Critics Globe Bear Review & Giveaway

Isn’t this little guy just so adorable? My daughter thinks so. Every since we have met “Beary”, she has become SO attached to him. She tags him along with her wherever we go. Wherever you see Adisyn, you see “Beary”.

She makes me tuck him into bed with her at night, sits him beside her when she eats, and buckles him into the car when we go somewhere. It is SO cute how much she loves him.

“Beary” as Adisyn has named him comes from the Playful Critics line. The globe bear was designed to help parents and teachers to teach children about the five oceans and continents of the world.

This has been an amazing conversation starter about the world, because Adisyn is naturally curious anyway. She wanted to know what the green things were- and I was able to explain to her that they were countries. She is only 3, so she didn’t grasp the WHOLE thought out plan of what continents were- but we are definitely working on it.

She did understand that where WE live isn’t the only places on Earth. This really got the ball rolling about different kinds of people. We talked about how different people on other continents ate other things then what we eat, and how children are different as well.

The Globe bear contains recycled material- so not only are you getting the chance to teach your kids about the excitement of the world- you ARE actually helping the world! Cool, huh?

The Playful Critics Globe Bear as won an award from PTPA Media (Parent Tested, Parent Approved).. AND I can see why. It is so soft, cuddly, and cute. Adisyn loves it, and it opens up a chance to talk about things that a 3 year old might not otherwise understand.

This is Adi’s new buddy, and when she gets him dirty- I can just throw him in the wash and he comes out looking brand new. He is 12 inches tall and is for children 3+.

BUY IT: You can buy the Globe Bear for $15.95 on the website While you’re there, check out their other plush toys.

WIN IT: One lucky Made.By.Jess reader will win their very own Playful Critics Globe Bear

Disclosure: This isn’t a sponsored post, all products were sent for review purposes only. All opinions in this post are completely mine and not influences in any way.

 

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Jessica

The Cure 24/7 Split End Mender Review

This Split end mender is a leave-in treatment conditioner. It helps to re-strengthen the hair follicles and fibers so that your hair is silky smooth and takes back the health it once knew.

I’ve been using this split end mender for more than 3 weeks now, and am very pleased with the results of my hair health. The best thing about this is that you can apply to wet OR dry hair.

I have been doing both. I will shampoo and condition my hair, let it dry a little, and then put this in my hair. It has a pump action bottle, so you don’t get too much and waste it.

I only needed about a quarter size to get my medium thick long hair covered. You rub this on your roots and work your way down to the ends (starting in 3 sections). Section off your hair in left, right, and back sections- that way you know your getting ALL of the roots and every hair strand without leaving any out. Then comb through to distribute it evenly.

You can apply other styling products on top of this and it will still work without any problems at all. Whether it’s mousse, hair gel, or hairspray- this is the protectant underneath, revitalizing and replenishing your locks!

This is a clear, whitish liquid that goes a long way and smells amazing. Below are two pictures. One of the liquid in my hand and then another of the ends of my hair. So that you can see that all the split ends have regrouped into healthy strands of hair.

Strengthening hair has never been more convenient. I can throw this in my purse and take with me wherever I go. I can use this during the day not only to treat my hair, but to also reduce the frizz. It IS a smoother and I could tell within minutes that my hair was easier to manage and wasn’t as “brittle”.

This product is SO amazing that it was featured in Allure Magazine as a way to help treat damaged and dry hair.! This has been tried and recommended by MANY people, myself included.

This basically conditions and holds split ends together so they aren’t visible at all. This doesn’t come out when you shampoo it either, it lasts through 2-3 shampoos before it washes out- so your hair is getting protection for 2-3 days from one use. This means that it is only needed a couple of times a week! MORE to use, YAY for your pocket AND your hair!

BUY IT: You can buy the 24/7 cure 1.7 oz. on the White Sands Website for $30 . While you’re there, check out their other products

If you'd like to find more information about this product or other items they have you can visit White Sands webpage or Facebook.

Disclosure: This isn’t a sponsored post, products were sent for review purposes only. The opinions in this post are completely honest and not influenced in any way.

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Jessica

Get Ready for the Fall Time: Be Organized and Stay in Good Health!

Since the fall time is definitely on its way it’s time to get practical and prepare for the shorter days that come with the fall and winter time! Not only is it vital to drink a lot of fluids and protect your body from those fall time germs, but it’s also important to make the switch from summer wear to fall time gear. Plus whether you live in a milder climate or a cold climate during the fall and winter, it’s still a good idea to prepare for fall time via a number of ways.

Store Away Summer Clothing and Outdoor Accessories

When the weather starts getting cooler, this means switching up everything in your closet. Pack away your summer clothing and pull out the sweaters, long sleeve shirts, and jeans that will carry you through the fall and winter time. You’ll definitely want to stay warm when it starts getting colder outside!

Another part of getting ready for cooler weather is getting your yard ready for the transition. Put away the outdoor toys and inflatable pools and prepare your yard for colder temps and possible ice and snow on the ground. Once you’ve put all of your accessories away and covered up the patio furniture, you’ll be all set to handle the colder temps that come along with the fall time!

Keep Healthy by Exercising and Taking Your Vitamins

When the days are shorter and the weather is colder, it may be tempting to forgo your exercising. However, during the colder seasons it is even more important to exercise and eat healthy food. Keep your body used to activity and you’ll be fit in time for the spring time to arrive again.

Taking your vitamins is also important when it’s the fall time, especially if you are lacking vital nutrients such as vitamin D from lack of sunlight or calcium if you are lactose intolerant and are allergic to dairy. Buy vitamins direct from Nature's Best and be all set for the fall and winter time. But, don’t use vitamins as a substitute for eating right. They should be used in addition to providing your body with the proper nutrition and exercise.

These are just a few ways to get ready for the fall time, but there are so many fun activities to look forward to as well! You can take your kids to a pumpkin patch and have them pick out pumpkins for Halloween and Thanksgiving time. You also can make pumpkin pie, rake the leaves with your children, and bundle up more and watch good movies. The autumn time may be cooler, but with the colder weather comes more opportunities to feel cozy warm and enjoy a lovely season.

Sierra is a freelance writer and owner of Paige One. Her favorite season is fall time!

Bag Beautiful Review & Giveaway

If your like I am, you have a million and one purses, handbags, and duffle bags. I have been collecting handbags every since I can remember. But because I have so many and can only use one at a time, I have to store the rest in my closet.

I have had many purses become squished and bent out of shape because they have been in a small space lain on top of each other. So I was excited when I learned of the Bag Beautiful.

Bag Beautiful is an amazing product that helps extend the life of your purses. HOW? This is a silky feeling pillow like insert that you slip inside your purses while storing so that they remain in shape.

This amazing little purse form protects from everyday wear and tear, saves delicate leather from creasing, protects your investment by extending the life of your purse, maintains the purses form when not in use, keeps the bag from being crushed by other items, and supports the bags inner components.

I tend to carry rather large handbags. I have always done this. AND the bag ends up weighing almost as much as I do,  but I can’t seem to downsize no matter what I do. A purse is so much more than a purse to me, it’s a lifeline.

I carry makeup, perfume, wallet, little toys for the kids to play with when we go somewhere, a book for me to read, and so much more. Adam thinks it’s funny that I carry so much stuff everywhere we go, but I simply hate being bored and so do the kids.

Because my purse is my lifeline, I want to keep them in shape. I don’t want to be carrying around torn, bent, or out of shape purses. I want them to be directly the same way I bought them. I want to keep them looking as nice as possible, so thus Bag Beautiful.

You just put it inside your purse and store it wherever you wish it to be, and when you pull it out from under the bed, the closet, or a box- it’s the same as it was when it went in. NO being bend out of shape, rips, or creases.

Once you try this- you’ll never want to store your handbags the same way you were. This product makes you think of the damage that you are causing to your most stylish accessories. Why would you buy something just to store it in a harmful crushing way?

Here are dimensions for you to decide which size you might need and go here to see the measurements to make sure you are figuring it right before buying:

About Bag Beautiful:

Bag Beautiful and the Handbag Shaper are designed by handbag lovers for all handbag lovers. The damage and leather creasing days are no more!

I am a self proclaimed handbag addict who adores handbags, purses and accessories. I work hard to have the handbags I covet in Vogue, Lucky and Elle magazines. In attempt to keep my accessories in shape I simply grew tired of the paper stuffing process of storing them in the closet. I figured since I was dropping a pretty penny on my Chanels, Diors and Louis, it would be nice to have an easy, efficient way of protecting and storing my prized possessions.

So, I created the solution to store my handbags - The Bag Beautiful Handbag Shaper and Cover. Keep your handbags safe and beautiful with these anti-aging products that protect them when not in use. Skip the messy crumpled paper and air fillers, three easy steps and your handbags are ready for storage. Give your handbag or purse the care and attention it deserves.

I really hope you enjoy the Bag Beautiful storage experience. I welcome your feedback (info@bagbeautiful.com) so I can continually improve the products and design new items that make our lives, as women of style, easier.

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Disclosure: This isn’t a sponsored post, products were sent for review purposes only. Opinions in this post are not influenced in any way- they are totally and completely my own.

 

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Jessica

Leonor Greyl- Huile De Palme Review

 

I have been using this amazing product for well over a month and a half now. This is so many different things in one. You add this to your hair before you shampoo it. You leave it on for as long as you want to, and then rinse it out- and shampoo and condition as normal.

This is for normal hair, dry hair, or damaged hair due to straightening, blow-drying, bleaching, coloring, or perming. While sun de-hydrates the Kertain in the hair, water moisturizes it. The sun makes the hairs ends split (thus split ends), dries it out and is extremely damaging to it.

The best thing about this is that it is waterproof- of water under 77* F- so you could put this in you hair before heading to the beach or the pool and your hair will be protected from the harsh chemicals in the pool water, and the salt in the sea/ocean water.

This is a very silky oil, colored slightly a yellow color. Because it is an oil, it rubs in quite nicely without having to use TONS in your hair. If you do have long hair like I do, you still don’t have to use very much. It smells like a herbal mixture, which is invigorating and refreshing to the senses.

Since I have been using this, my hair has become much softer than it was. My hair was experiencing damage due to blow-drying and straightening everyday. I can tell that this has made the health of my hair dramatically better. It seems that with each use, my hair becomes much stronger.

If you add this to your beauty regimen at least a couple times a week, your hair will thank you. Those once dried out locks become shiny, more vibrant, and absolutely beautifully moisturized.

I can tell that this has been almost “insulating” my hair from the sun, while locking in moisture. Now when I swim in the pool, I don’t have to worry about the chlorine and various other chemicals harming my hair. I can put this in my hair before a dip and it doesn’t come out in the pool. It remains safely in my hair without seeing it flowing oily through the pool water.

My hair is now naturally healthy, with a luxurious shine that I can’t resist. This has been a lifeline to my dried out damaged hair. It has revitalized my strands to make them luminous and fabulous.!!

This can also be put on the scalp during pre-shampoo treatment to give your scalp some moisture as well. I have dry scalp that becomes itchy and bothersome. Since I have been using the Huile De Palme, my scalp has forgotten the itchiness that was once there.

Leonor Greyl products are amazing!! They are all natural, so you don’t have to worry about putting harsh chemicals on top of damaged or dry hair, and they smell good as well.

BUY IT: You can buy this amazing detangling, hair reviving protect for $50 on their website.

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Avitalin Gentle Micropeel Review

Avitalin Gentle Micropeel
This is an amazing at home peel to help remove dead skin cells even for those with sensitive skin. I have rarely seen a skin peel that sensitive skin types can tolerate. It usually blotches up their face.
So- I took this over to my moms house and she and I had a little spa time rendezvous while having a little mother/daughter time. She and I both was eager to try this micropeel.
My mom has sensitive skin and her face stays dry almost all the time. She wanted to give this a go and so did I. I wanted to see if it really stood up to the promise of sensitive skin. Since I have non-sensitive oily skin- I had to have another tester =)
What you do is drop a few drops onto fingertips and apply to face and neck. She and I did this and waited for the full three minutes that is said on the directions. I almost immediately felt a tingle- which is a good thing when your dealing with a peel.
We rinsed with warm water and patted our faces dry. I begin to inspect her skin to see if there were any blotches of red skin—AND…………
NOPE- there was NOT any red spot(s) to be found. AND her dry skin seemed so refreshed. I know my face felt amazing after using it, and she said she thought so too.
If you have oily skin like I do- you can use this up to 3 times a week because our skin cells produce faster then dry skin cells do. If you have dry skin- you should only use this once a week and without any other exfoliator.

It comes in a pump action bottle so that it is extremely easy just to get the right amount that is needed to get your face and neck. This makes sure that you aren’t overdoing it and wasting product. The peel is a thin liquidy white/clear color, and it doesn’t really have a smell.

Caution: Do not use if you are pregnant, have extremely sensitive skin, or are currently using prescription skin-care products.

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Disclosure: This isn’t a sponsored post, products were sent for review purposes only. The opinions in this post are completely honest and not influenced in any way.

Thanks for dropping by,
Jessica

Klorane Nourishing Treatment Mango Butter Shampoo & Conditoner Review

Klorane Nourishing Mango Butter Shampoo & Nourishing Mango Butter Conditioner

 

Klorane specifically selected Mango butter because of it’s nourishing properties. It also has the essential fatty acids that hair needs to restore to a healthy, vibrant look.

I have been using this shampoo and conditioner for awhile now, and I am seriously in love with these items. Even the shampoo has a creamy, silky texture that just seeps into the hair and leaves it feeling ABSOLUTELY amazing.

I blow-dry and straighten my hair every single day. It has really made an impact on my hair. My hair was beginning to feel dried out and dehydrated. The ends were looking rough and were starting to itch my back when I wore it down.

You can leave the shampoo AND conditioner on for 2-3 minutes instead of washing it out right after putting it on, so that your hair gets time to soak up even more of the treatment!

The pictures below Shampoo (left) and Conditioner (Right)

This shampoo and conditioner line from Klorane is BRILLIANT. Not only has my hair begun feel the silky smooth that it used to before the damage, but it also has reduced the frizz after I blow-dry it, so I don’t have to straighten it. This will eventually lead to less damage over time because I am not straightening it every single day.

I don’t even really need to conditioner, just the shampoo is WAY more nourishing then most commercial brands. But when using both the shampoo and conditioner, I’m pretty sure my hair thinks that it has gone to heaven. It soaks up the nutrients and fatty acids as if it were completely dead.

I had never used mango in a hair care line before, and let me tell you- I am SO glad I have. I So feel like I’ve been at the spa because this smells absolutely delicious and my hair looks amazing.

The conditioner locks in moisture so that your hair stays hydrated all DAY long. I couldn’t help but keep running my hands through my hair because it felt SOOO awesome. My hair has become more healthy, more manageable, shinier, and WITH NO knots what-so-ever.

If your hair is dry or damaged, I would HIGHLY recommend these products to you. As soon as you drop some of either into your palm, you can automatically tell WHY it works so well on the hair because it feels like pure silk. They are creamy and ORANGE.. ♥

The bottles are quite big, so just one bottle of the shampoo and conditioner will leave you with at least 2 months of use (even if you use it every day). The conditioner might run a little shorter than 2 months but if you do- You can just use the shampoo and not even worry about the conditioner.

I would rate both of these products a 10/10 on my hair care list. These are absolute must haves for those locks just begging for moisture. SO- what are you waiting for?

The website it AMAZING- you can search products by your hair type, by categories, or by the main ingredient within the hair care. I LOVED looking at all of their different ingredients. I’ve never seen a hair care company with so many amazing options.

BUY IT: You can buy Klorane on their website HERE,  online here, or on Amazon.

Connect with Klorane: on Facebook and Twitter

Disclosure: This isn’t a sponsored post, all products were sent for review purposes only. The opinions in this post are completely honest and not influenced in ANY way.

 

Thanks for dropping by,

Jessica

How The Internet Actually Works

With so many people engaging the internet for business and personal use, the following illustration helps explain what happens during a typical internet request:

Businesses & consumers rely on this process to deliver data and information as quickly as possible. The unsung process behind the world wide web.

Internet Illustration by XO Communications

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