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Thursday, September 6, 2012

Geri G Primer & Foundation Review

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Geri G completely and thoroughly knows how the skin works and what it is that we need to feel and look beautiful. This isn’t just another product that makes you feel good, these products are actually GREAT for your skin.
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There isn’t a mile long list of ingredients that I can’t pronounce. These ingredients get to the root of the issue, instead of just masking it. It is very confusing what to choose in the world of makeup today. There are so many different types, colors, and choices available that make it nearly impossible to choose the best for your skin.

With Geri G, you never have to worry about not getting the best of the best. These products are amazing, and should be lined in gold! I have been using the Transceutical™ Canvas and Innocent Foundation for about a month now, and have nothing but positive words to say about both!

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The Canvas is a brilliant makeup primer that not only boosts my complexion but is extremely moisturizing as well. This is designed with OUR skin in mind, not just a bunch of random ingredients thrown together.

Here are the list of ingredients:  Aloe Vera, Nanomarine-5 ®, Vitamins A, C, E, Marine Based Botanicals, Rose Water, Hylauronic acid, essential fatty acids.

So- not a foot long list! AND these ingredients do amazing things for the skin. This isn’t just any regular makeup primer! This actually tightens and smoothes the skin to give you a better makeup application every single time.

The bottle is absolutely brilliant. It says “classy yet not showy”! It adds real sophistication to my makeup collection and I don’t think I could ever look at makeup the same way EVER! This primer has such a silky texture with absolutely no smell.
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My skin looks fresh, bright, and feels clean all day! This has balanced my skin’s moisture level out to where it needs to be, while keeping my makeup fresh in all weather conditions.

You can use this alone as a moisturizer or under foundation. You add it to your skin after it has already been cleansed and moisturized. You can blend this directly into your skin or mix with foundation before applying.

This can also be applied to your eyelashes before putting mascara on them. This primes the lashes and keeps any and all mascaras from clumping up. This is a beautiful and GENIUS product!

Mixing Hints
For long-wearing results, apply Transceutical™ Canvas to the skin before powder foundation.

Apply small amount to the back of the hand and add a dab of mascara. Mix together and voila! Instant eyeliner. Also add to any powder for custom blending. (Add Transceutical™ Canvas to any eye shadow to create your own custom eyeliner color.)
The Foundation
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This is the most nourishing and hydrating foundation that I’ve ever used in my life. This not only hides imperfections but it also brightens my complexion. This is a water based formula- so I wasn’t smearing un-natural oils all over my face.

I dislike foundations that make my face feel weighed down! This foundation is so weightless that I couldn’t even tell that I had it on. Not only did it help to conceal my darkened eye bags, but it just felt great to wear!

This has a matte finish and stays on all day with a wonderful coverage. When I was out in the heat- and sweating- and was talking on my cell phone, I didn’t have those makeup smears everywhere like I usually would!

Application Techniques
Apply one pump of Innocent Foundation to skin that has been pre-treated with PriMixer or mix Innocent Foundation directly into PriMixer for a fast and easy application. Use the M Brush to stroke foundation into an even, airbrushed finish and flawless look.

I am loving that it only has a handful of ingredients: Water, (Nanomarine-5®, Green and White Tea, Squalane Oil from Olive Plants, Vitamin E, Rose Water) all of which can be easily searched and come up as beneficial for the skin.
A little goes a long way, so you’ll have this for 4-6 months (sometimes even more).. I love that the bottles are clear, so I know exactly how much is in it. There are never any air bubbles or problems with it coming out.

They have pump action bottles, and it comes out in a little creamy stream- just ready and waiting for your to make your day as fabulous as the makeup! I love both of these products and will definitely buy these when I run out. Also- Geri G sells other products, so be sure to check them out!

Geri G knows exactly what she is doing and I am glad to have been able to test these two products! They are both absolutely stunning and genius, and I haven’t left the house without them on since they came in the mail!

ABOUT GERI
Geri Giagnorio began her aesthetician/nutrition career as a young teenager with acne and weight issues in suburban Chicago. Like most teenage girls growing up in the Midwest who weren't Cindy Crawford, Geri would scour magazines for the breakthrough product that would help her obtain clear skin and change her life. Her skin problems paved the way for a very early introduction to over-the-counter medications and cosmetics. But it seemed like the more attention she devoted to clearing up her complexion, the less headway she made.

Most beauty products and acne medications are topical and Geri found herself in the endless loop of camouflage, concealer, camouflage, concealer, camouflage, concealer... None of the traditional remedies available to Geri worked or improved her bad skin.

A very typical American diet wasn’t doing her any favors either. And in Geri’s case, a father with diabetes made her more prematurely aware of exacting nutritional guidelines. She saw firsthand that the spiking and ebbing of glucose in the body really does affect energy levels and, by extension, moods and sociability. But the real implications of diet and food intake in her own life would elude her for a few more years.
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HOLLYWOOD
A pre-occupation with her own complexion gave Geri the impetus to become a make-up artist. She came to L.A., looking for wisdom but instead found disappointment. The entire make-up profession in Hollywood was still only organized around the principle of concealment. And the Hollywood obsession with perfection, natural and synthetic, only amplified Geri’s insecurities and seemed to disqualify her from the profession she chose. She also realized she was editing herself out of social situations because she felt unworthy and not good enough or pretty enough to participate. (Little did she know at the time that this is a syndrome half of Hollywood shares.)

Today, Geri Giagnorio is the founder and C.E.O. of Geri G.® a make-up line and skin care products for a holistic approach to health and beauty. This isn’t marketing b.s. Working as a make-up artist, Geri has seen firsthand the negative effects that make-up can inflict on skin.
As a response, Geri developed the Transceutical™ Canvas and its signature formula, Nanomarine-5®.

A licensed aesthetician, make-up artist, and product developer, and Certified Nutritional Consultant and Coach. Geri has been featured in GenLux, Skin Inc., In Touch Weekly, 944 Los Angeles, and The Beauty Cook Book. Celebrity clients love her exclusivity of location and her Referral Only policy for new clients.

BUY IT: You can buy both of these (Canvas and Primer) on her website.
Canvas- $46
Foundation- $40

Connect with  Geri G:
On Facebook and Twitter

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

Thanks for dropping by,

Jess


BeautyBox5 Review

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I was excited to be able to review the BeautyBox5. If you sign up for BeautyBox5, you get a box every month with different full size beauty products inside!

Inside the August BeautyBox5, was 2 Freeman Face Masks (Facial Anti-stress), Makeup Geek eyeshadow refill-sensous, Bodygraphy Foundation primer clear, Everyday Minerals makeup- Girl Friday Blush, & Pssssst Dry shampoo.

The way I am going to explain these, is the way you would use these in your daily routine. For example- You’d use a dry shampoo, then the masks to cleanse, Foundation Primer, Eyeshadow, & Blush.

The Psssssst Dry Shampoo-

Directions

Shake can vigorously. Hold 6 inches to 8 inches from hair. Lift sections of hair and lightly spray scalp and roots. Shake can between usage to ensure optimum results. Wait a few minutes, then brush thoroughly. Style hair as desired.

My Thoughts*

I have long straight and dark hair with oily roots, so I was expecting this dry shampoo to leave a little bit of white residue in my hair. I was excited to see absolutely NO grey or white spots anywhere.

This cleans my hair thoroughly because it soaks up all the extra oils without completely drying out my scalp and making me look like I have dandruff. It smells GREAT as well, so that’s a huge plus! I hate dry shampoo’s that smell like old lady’s perfume!

Since the bottle was only a smaller sample size- I have been using this only where the oil is a problem. My roots can become oily within 1 day of washing it, and I used to wash daily until I learned that it was unhealthy for my hair and can cause splitting and damage,

So- using a dry shampoo for those days that you shouldn’t wash your hair is a must. You don’t want to go around looking like you DON’T wash your hair- a dry shampoo soaks up unnatural oils that build up.

The best thing about it is that it adds volume- so if you have thin hair- you could even use this on the days you shampoo to add volume! Love this stuff!

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Freeman Face Masks

Dead sea minerals. Clarifies and renews skin.

This Freeman anti-stress mud mask enhanced with Dead Sea Minerals instantly absorbs excess oil while clarifying and purging pores. Rinse away the mask to reveal smooth, radiant, healthy looking skin

Directions

Apply mask to face and neck, avoiding contact with eyes. Let dry and rinse with warm water. Perfect for all skin types.

My Thoughts*

I am in LOVE with this mask. Not only is it a bright green/blue color- there are IMMEDIATE results when using this! It fights breakouts and clears up all the oil on my face!

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I put this on my face before showering and let it sit for 5-7 minutes to give it time to dry. Sometimes I leave it on longer than that! I put this on and break out the cucumbers and have an AT HOME spa day! This mask is REALLY relaxing! (And of course- Mini Me Adisyn had to have some as well) =D

It has reduced the redness in my skin due to microdermabrasion and at home peels. My skin is not only tighter, but it is softer. My skin feels so amazingly fresh when I get done washing this off. My pores seem smaller and my skin silky soft.

When it’s on, you feel like you’ve had a bit of botox- you can’t move your face at all because of the clay in it, but after washing it with warm water- there is nothing left except soft rejuvenated skin!

This seems to make the oil in my face disappear, along with the uneven texture. My skin has definitely benefited from this amazing mask. The results go away once the mask is stopped being used, but I bet if I used this a couple times a week- the results would still be there! I am definitely going to purchase more of these.

As with any mask- don’t put this close to your eyes or it can cause irritation such as burning and watery eyes.

Veil Foundation Primer

Bodygraphy Foundation primer (clear)

With anti-oxidants, vitamins A and E, Green Tea and Grape Seed extract, this weightless oil-free primer fills in fine lines and wrinkles, prevents collagen breakdown and gives the skin a silky smooth, long lasting base.

My Thoughts*

With this primer- a little goes a long way. There was only a small sample size in the box, and I’ve been using it for 3 weeks now and still have some in the tube!

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It felt like rubbing silk into my skin. It really helps other products just glide right on with absolutely no problem whatsoever! Rub it in, but don’t keep rubbing after it’s dry or it flakes up. Works wonderfully after applied- just make sure you add your makeup RIGHT after applying the primer.

Now that I’ve been using this- my regular foundation seems a bit off if I don’t use this first. AND there is absolutely no fragrance. It’s a great primer for people with sensitive skin!

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Makeup Geek eyeshadow refill-Sensous

Official description: shimmery purple with flecks of silver; "Since we try to keep Makeup Geek family-friendly, it’s a challenge to describe this shadow adequately. So we’ll just leave you with this: If you want a sultry and sexy look, this sparkly plum shadow is the perfect start. "

My Thoughts*

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This color is absolutely beautiful- it is a deep shimmery plum. Makeup Geek offers cruelty free makeup which is a huge plus! This has an amazing pigmentation and staying power.

No creasing at all, even when worn all day long in the summer heat! There was also no fading. After the day was through, the eyeshadow was still there looking as beautiful as the minute I applied it!

This is a very pretty, sensuous, and fun color to add to any makeup collection. This is the first time I’ve ever gotten to experience their makeup brand, so I was excited to try it! It had quite a bit of shimmer to it, which is great for a glammed up night on the town

It looks beautiful and glamorous by itself, with a black eyeliner, or when shaded together with just about any color. I am absolutely LOVING it and planning on adding more of Makeup Geek’s eyeshadows to my collection!

Not only are these affordable, but they are high quality as well. They come in little samplers, so if you’re ordering them one by one- I would suggest you get a refill pan (such as MAC or Z-palette). Since I only received one, I just kept it in the pack it came in.

I haven’t had any issues with it breaking up or spilling out. I just pull it out when I need it, and put it back in the case. 

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Everyday Minerals: Girl Friday Blush

A soft plum berry shade that is perfectly feminine and matte.

The ultimate for a natural kiss of color, Everyday Minerals' matte cheek color comes in a wide range of wearable, whimsical shades. For a fresh-faced, feminine look that is remarkably pure, delight your cheeks with one of these charming colors. Effortlessly gorgeous!

My Thoughts*

I love how soft yet feminine this color is. It gives off a touch of a pink/plum look but it isn’t over the top and too obnoxiously colored. It is easy to apply and isn’t messy, which is a great plus for me.

I usually only use bronzer blushes which give off a sunkissed glow.. but this is a great turnover for me. I really liked how nicely it blended. I put it on with a blush brush and had no problems with it being too bright.

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I looked like I’d been at the beach or poolside for a little while, which I really liked. It has a silky smooth satiny feel and blends right in with my foundation. If you are looking for perfectly kissed cheeks, then look no further than the amazing blends from Everyday Minerals.

Whether your heading to work, the mall, or the club- Everyday Minerals has a color right for everybody! The Girl Friday adds just the right amount of pop to my cheeks!

It is brilliantly pigmented, has a luminous luxurious color and feels very velvety. You can also apply this to your chin and forehead for an even better kissed look.!

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I am super SUPER glad that I got a chance to review this amazing sampler box. For $ 12 a month, this is an amazing deal. You get a chance to review new makeup samples every single month!

This is an amazing gift to give any beauty diva in your life; whether it may be your daughter who just went to college, a best friend, or your mom- she will love it for SURE!

It’s so exciting to open a box with surprise makeup inside. You never know what’s going to be in it! I’ve researched all the makeup samples that were inside the box and you would definitely be paying more if you bought all these products separately then purchasing them in this beauty maven box!

Connect with BeautyBox5:

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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



Pear Tree Greetings Review & Giveaway

Pear Tree Greetings - Keep-worthy Save the Date cards, Christmas cards, graduation invitations and photo cards at highly affordable prices.
As all of you know, Aidan started Kindergarten this year- and it really scared me to think that they might lose him, or not know where he belongs. I was so relieved when Pear Tree Greetings let me have a $25 Gift Certificate to their store.
They had so many cool items, that it was hard for me to choose which ones to get. I wanted something sticky that had Aidan’s first and last name and address on it so I could stick it on his backpack, lunchbox, and jacket.
Since he has been in school, we’ve already had problems with kids taking Aidan’s snack containers. I have sent a little lunchopolis tubberware container with some cookies in it and a snacktaxi that were both never returned to me.
Now that I have these amazing “Name Stickies” which were address labels to begin with, we haven’t had any problems with anything not making it’s way home. AND I’m glad.
I also got some for Adisyn as well. I couldn’t leave babygirl out. When we went school shopping for Aidan we had to buy Adisyn a backpack as well. We told her- backpack or toy; and she chose the backpack! So- I got her some “Name Stickies” too.
They have some very beautiful designs, mommy cards, birth announcements, address labels, and more. The prices are so incredibly cheap that I was excited about how much I could get for just $25. I ended up getting 72 address labels for me, and 24 each for the kids.
When they came in the mail- THEY were of the absolute BEST quality. I didn’t really expect them to be the quality that they were because they were so cheap.
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I got address label Peek a boo Flowers and made them into business cards for myself. It’s just tons more fun to stick my name and website on stuff then handing out business cards! Plus- the designs on these are irresistible!
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There were 25 colors to choose from and it comes with corresponding color matching text. I just left the colors the way they were because blue and lime green are my favorites! You can buy these for .17 each!
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For Aidan I got the B is for Baby Address Labels. These address labels were easy to peel, stuck with no problem, and had no issues at ALL looking fantastic on both paper and Aidan’s snack packs, inside of his jackets, and backpack!2012-06-16 15.24.59
They have become so handy! I can just whip them out and put them on his “new” things that I send to school. I desperately wish I had them before school started- I would have labeled every single crayon I sent to school with him. He has already lost 4 packs of crayons in 4 weeks.!
B is for Baby -- Girl Monogrammed Address Labels
For Adisyn I also got the B is for Baby Address Labels except for the girl version. Both of these address labels are 100% recycled. I haven’t really had to use Adisyn’s address labels yet, but I have them just in case I need them. They are so pretty!
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They have something for EVERYONE! Wedding invitations, Graduation Invitations, stationery, and more.
Connect with Pear Tree Greetings:

Pear Tree Greetings on Facebook
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Pear Tree Greetings on Twitter
Pear Tree Greetings on Google+
I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.
Thanks for dropping by,
Jess


Wednesday, September 5, 2012

Womens Sandals on Sale

Just because it’s September, doesn’t mean that the sandals, shorts, and bathing suits have to be put up so soon. Here in Kentucky, it’s still really hot. When I’m sitting in the pickup line to pick Aidan up from Kindergarten, I swear that I sweat buckets.

If you’re on the lookout for cheap sandals right now, Houser shoes has womens sandals as low as $7. These are really cute too. Even if you live in New York, or somewhere where it gets cooler much quicker- that it’s a great idea to stock up right now for Summer 2013!

Bright colors are definitely IN right now. I’ve seen tons and tons of magazine articles and websites where the brightly colored skinny jeans and colorful sandals are the rave!

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These would definitely go with shorts, skinny jeans, flared jeans, or skirts! No matter what you wear with them- they definitely pop with the neon colors! They have sizes from 6-10 and even have half sizes as well. 6.5, 7.5.. I like when companies offer half sizes because I wear 8.5 and if I buy 9’s they tend to be too big while 8’s are small.. These shoes are knocked down from $42 to $6.88.

I am loving these because they are real leather, turquoise colored, and look so amazingly comfortable!

Don’t forget to check out their bags and kid’s clothing while you’re there!

Thanks for dropping by,

Jessica



Big Fish Games: Bejeweled 2 Deluxe

I have been playing Bejeweled 2 Deluxe for the last several days and this game is awesome.

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This game is incredibly easy to learn and highly addictive. With so little spare time, I don’t usually play many games online.. BUT this one is a game that I see myself playing on a daily basis.

If you’re a fan of puzzle games, this game is MUST try! If you’ve ever played the original Bejeweled than you know how addicting this game can be. I lost myself in this game and ended up playing WAY after I was supposed to be in bed.

In the Bejewled 2 Deluxe, they have added many new levels so you get even more hours of fun! This features sharper graphics and ingenious special effects. They’ve added much more than the original has, so it’s 10x better than the original.

This is a game that will never be zapped into the world of game trash. You know- when you’re done playing because you’ve achieved the highest level or simply have gotten bored out of your mind because you’ve played every aspect? This isn’t one of those games. This game is kind of like a classic- you’ll always find this on your desktop, ready to be played time and time again!

In classic mode, there are 64 gems that need to be swapped out and matched up- to create vertical or horizontal rows of the same color. Three in a row is the minimum, four in a row creates an explosive powerful gem that can be used to knock out other rows, and five in a row creates a hyper gem that can be swapped with a color to destroy all gems of that color!

The gems click when you move them around, so it’s nice to have a real-life sound effect going as you play. The gems really glisten and sparkle as if they were real, so this isn’t just a cheap thrown together game. There are actually knock-offs of this game everywhere- but NOT ONE of them actually compare to the real thing.

If you get stuck and take longer than 16 seconds to make a move, a hint will appear. The gems will kind of sparkle even brighter letting you know that there is a move close to that gem.

Puzzle mode is my favorite. You need to clear all the gems exactly right for the puzzle to be clear and to go on to the next level. In Action mode, you have to race the clock to clear all the gems before the time runs out.

AND of course, endless- lets you just play and play to your heart’s content.! Each time you finish a level- the game shows you your best score, how many gems have been collected, how many power and hyper gems have been created and more! WHOOP WHOOP!

Right now, you can download this game for a free 1 hour play at Big Fish Games.

AND if you love it- you can download it FOREVER for only $2.99 right now. It’s the cheapest place that I’ve seen so far. Every other gaming website is charging $7.99 for this game. So- get it while it’s good!

While you’re there, you should check out the Match 3 games, where you match 3 or more colors or shapes and unlock wild and colorful prizes. There are many MANY on there that look so fun and entertaining!

Big Fish Games Homepage has thousands of games fit for both children and adults, including puzzles, brain teasers, educational, and family games. So go check them OUT!!

 

Thanks for stopping by,

Jess



Tuesday, September 4, 2012

Batiste Dry Shampoo Review

I have oily hair. REALLY oily, always have. It got extremely out of hand when I was pregnant with my son. The over oiliness means I wash it daily, or it looks like it hasn’t been washed in a week. If I didn’t, my skin would break out extremely bad!

I learned overtime that it isn’t such a great idea to wash hair daily. My hair was falling out in alarming rates. Every time I’d wash it, it would look like I’d ripped out my hair in the bathtub. There were millions of strands it seemed like.

So- I began my search for the perfect dry shampoo. When I got a chance to review the Batiste Dry Shampoo, I was excited. When the package arrived- I pulled out the shampoo and it was in a hair-spray type of bottle, and was pink with flowers on it. It also came with a smaller bottle of TRESemme Dry shampoo to compare it to.

To instantly refresh your hair by banishing oil and boosting volume- Vigorously shake the bottle for you use it. Keep the bottle about 30cm away from your head, spraying it into your roots. Massage through with your fingertips- then Brush and style.

At first I thought I was going to have a huge problem with this not blending into my naturally dark hair. I thought I was going to have HUGE white blobs on my head. Massaging it in with my fingertips was just NOT doing the job. It was just making it worse. It looked like I had dumped an entire bottle of baby powder on my head.

BUT- thanks to the amazing Thermoactive brush by Olivia Garden, I eliminated the white blobs! It grabs the dry shampoo and perfectly blends it into my hair AND gives it more volume!

The trick to using a dry shampoo is go slow with it. Instead of blasting your head- just give it little spurts and massage it in with a brush or your fingers (if it works for you). Make sure you blend as you go- so you don’t look prematurely grey!

It doesn’t take away from my hair’s natural shine as it soaks up the excess oil. It doesn’t leave a residue or come off on my hands after I apply it. So I can style it after I get it and not have a mess all over my hands!

The scent is very pleasant and not overpowering in the least! I would love to try the Batiste Dry Shampoo for dark hair- I bet it’s amazing! Now I can have instantly clean hair that looks healthy without having to shampoo it everyday! Batiste rocks in the volume department!

The trick to this dry shampoo is the rice starch. Most dry shampoo’s are made with corn starch which doesn’t always soak up all the oil, and doesn’t add hardly any volume at all. Batiste is like magic in a spray can!

10/10 for this dry shampoo!

Connect with Batiste:

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I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

Thanks for dropping by,

Jessica



Free Blogger Op: Norelco Do-it yourself Hair Clipper Pro

I am looking for some bloggers to help me promote my giveaway for the Philips Norelco Do-It-Yourself Hair Clipper Pro!

The winner of the giveaway will win the Clipper pictured above valued at $39.99. I received the Philips Norelco Do-It-Yourself Hair Clipper for my husband to try and we love it. I say we because I also wanted to try it out because I have been trimming his hair for a couple of years now and I wanted to compare these clippers to the ones I have been using.
Stay tuned for the review.
Free Facebook & Twitter links In addition, if you share about this opportunity you will get a Twitter link as well. There is no fee to participate, just a promise to post the giveaway with Rafflecopter when it goes live and sharing about the giveaway a few times in the two week time period the giveaway is live (beginning, middle and end).  If you would like to join me head over and link up. I am accepting sign-ups until September 7th!

In addition, the blogger who refers the most people will get to host a like or follow page (If I have enough interest there will be the opportunity for more people to host).  Hosting a page is great for traffic to your blog, so share away.

Monday, September 3, 2012

Cake Lingerie: Toffee Bra & Knickers Review

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When I was nursing my 2 kids, all I could think about was how I missed the days of being able to put on a lacy, sexy bra that felt great. Most of the breastfeeding bra’s that I wore were convenient but didn’t help me out in the feeling sexy department at all. I had never (even with all my shopping experience) never found a breastfeeding bra that even looked slightly less than what it actually was.

Comfortable, cozy, and convenient are words that describe the bra’s that you an unsnap at a whim and place a screaming, wailing, hungry baby close so they can feed. So that you don’t have to take off or pull up the bra. But when we have a nice night out, I want something that makes me feel like I’m not wearing a bunchy breastfeeding bra.

Enter the Cake Lingerie line of nursing bras. This line of nursing bra’s, I feel- are the most feminine and sexiest out of all of those that are offered now. They have so many different choices- their bra’s range from 32B on up to 38H.

I have always been small chested, and it is very hard for me to find bra’s that fit me really well. I chose the Toffee Maternity Bra. This comes with 2 color choices. They have the light beige toffee color and a mint toffee color.

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Cake Lingerie sent me the light beige toffee colored bra, and it came with an amazing pair of French knicker panties as well. Not only did they arrive within just a couple of days, but they FELT so amazing and they were designed so beautifully!

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I love that it has a smooth, thick cup- so that it is thick enough for breast pads. I practically leaked the entire time I was breastfeeding, and the bras I had before were NOT ANY help! These bra’s have a lot of detail and thought put into them!

It has a smooth feeling material that never agitates my skin or makes it itch. It has very cute little purple bows, and the straps are thick enough give support, but not look like you were given a hand-me-down bra of your mothers’ or grandmothers’.

This definitely gives a smooth profile under tshirts, button ups, and dresses because of the thin foam the bra cups have in them. The bra has no underwire which makes it SO much more comfortable. Wire and me do NOT get along when I’m pregnant or nursing. The larger cups (DD-FF) have thin wire to support fuller breast sizes.

I am LOVING that it has 3 different settings in the back, so that I can adjust it! When you unsnap the bra, and fold it down- the inside of the bra is a pretty floral color- mixing a deep purple (the color of the bow) and a pretty bright pink!

I loved everything about this bra. The way it fit- Not only could I adjust the bra straps to fit perfectly, but the 3 different snaps on the back are perfect. The quality and appearance of the bra was top-notch. Who ever said you HAD live life un-sexy? Definitely not Cake Lingerie.!

They are a bit pricey at $65 a bra- but they are totally worth it. If you buy the cheapies, you understand that they wear out quickly, have basically no support, and very low quality. This means that you’ll be buying another one very soon. So why not buy the best the first time around, and you won’t HAVE those itchy scratchy broken down problems like other bras have.

This bra also came with an extra strap so that you can make it into a convertible bra. The Knicker panties are also amazing! They are stretchy, so they fit amazingly! The crotch of the panties are decorated in the same floral coloring as the inside of the bra! SO adorable!

Make sure that you check out their fitting section to get the perfect fit for your body!

You can also find Cake Lingerie at A Mother’s Boutique here in the US in select styles.

BUY IT: You can buy the Toffee Bra for 64.90 and you can buy the French Knickers for $29.90.

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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



Prada Ipad Cases

ModaQueenPrada Saffiano iPad 2 and iPad 3 Sleeve Case 2ARD64 - Black

If you have an Ipad, you are probably always on the hunt for the best and greatest accessories. I just came upon  some very cute Prada Ipad Cases. This Prada Ipad case usually retails for about $550, but Modaqueen sells this for $200- so you’re getting this for $330 cheaper than you would if you bought it from Prada.

This is for both the Ipad2 and the Ipad3. It is a padded Ipad sleeve. The sleeve is made out of Saffiano leather, and comes with the box to protect it- until it arrives at your house.

As you know- if you’ve ever bought anything online before- some mailmen just want to get their job done and go home. If you aren’t there when they arrive at your house, they may just leave your packages on your doorstep.

It’s been raining very hard the past week here in Kentucky because of the hurricane in the south. All the wind and the rain has gotten us non-stop= so if I do buy something, I make sure that I am home when my mailman is supposed to come, so my packages aren’t left at my door.

If there was no way that I could be home when this arrived, I’m glad that it comes in it’s own box inside the shipping box that protects this very delicate leather.

This is made in Italy and comes with it’s own authenticity card, that way you know you aren’t buying a knockoff Prada bag for $200- this is the real deal.

Prada Saffiano Leather Briefcase VA0791- Black

If you’re also in the market for a Prada briefcase, they have some in stock as well. This is made with the same Saffiano leather that the Ipad case is made with. It has silvertone hardware- i.e. zipper and clip top on the bag.

It has double handles and a detachable shoulder strap, and a zipper closure on the top. It has an interior lining with a zipper pocket AND an open compartment.

It also has an open pocket in the back. It is made in Italy and comes with authenticity card and original Prada protective cotton dustcover included!

This is sparked by Modaqueen

Thanks for dropping by,

Jessica



Sunday, September 2, 2012

Nook Color Giveaway

Welcome to the Nook Color 8GB Giveaway!

BuyDig has teamed up with Kate n' Kaboodle and co-hosts News Wahl and Colleen's Book Nook to bring you this wonderful Back to School giveaway!

This fabulous giveaway includes a 8GB Nook Color and a $25 Barnes & Noble Giftcard!

The Barnes & Noble 8GB Nook Color features the 7 inch VividView Touchscreen that displays 16 million colors ultra-bright. This touchscreen is specially designed for remarkable clarity, minimal glare and is ultra responsive. The Nook Color is fully customizable so you can make the text bigger, choose your favorite font or read in portrait or landscape. Books, Magazines, Newspapers, Textbooks, Comics...if you want to read it, the Nook Color can deliver in seconds with it's built-in WiFi capabilities! With over 2.5 million titles available, there is something for everyone. There is an endless list of free books and you can even save up to 90% on textbooks! Concerned about storage? Worry no more! With 8GB (up to 5,000 books) of built-in memory and expandable storage up to 32GB with microSD memory card, there is plenty of room! Whether you want to watch movies with Netflix, read your favorite book, listen to music, check your Facebook, search the web or enjoy a wide variety of apps, the Nook Color is for you!

Read Kate n' Kaboodle's Review here and check out her other Back To School giveaways!

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Buy It

BuyDig currently has the 8GB Nook Color available on their website for $149!

Win It

One winner will receive a 8GB Nook Color and a $25 Barnes & Noble Gift Card!

Enter on the Rafflecopter below. US Only.

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Disclaimer: This blog is not responsible for prize fulfillment, nor did I receive any compensation for this post.

Thanks for dropping by,

Jess



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