PARNEVU Hair Products Review: Hair Mayonnaise, Shampoo, & Leave-in Conditioner

Parnevu is a premium brand of hair care products for your irritating hair problems. I tend to have REALLY oily roots but the ends of my hair dry out really badly because I dye my hair too much. My hair also tends to get frizzy if I don’t flat-iron it after blowdrying (which ALSO leads to MORE damage).

Although Parnevu is more of an African-American type of hair products, they can AND do work for any and all kinds of hair (TYPICALLY for dry hair). I wouldn’t recommend using these on a daily basis for white people since our hair naturally produces more oil, but these products are AMAZING for once or twice a week!

Parnevu sent me three products to try, and the first one I’ll tell you about is the Parnevu Hair Mayonnaise. This product treats weak, damaged hair. It contains olive oil, egg protein and herbs.

It comes in a 16 ounce tub with a twist on lid. I’ve already used it more than 6 times, and still have half a tub left (but my hair is long). You can use these a couple different ways.

You can shampoo your hair and then put this on—leave it for 10-15 minutes and cover hair with a cap or a hot wet towel (AND blow dry the towel) for a deeper penetration into the hair shaft.

I just wrapped my hair up in my shower curtain and left it for 10 minutes before rinsing it out. The hair mayonnaise is very thick and creamy and smells good too!

It rubs right in my hair (I do use 2 palm size drops). I loved how IMMEDIATE the results were. Within the first use my hair was more manageable, less dehydrated, shinier, and healthier looking. My hair was even THICKER with more volume!

The ends of my hair weren’t brittle anymore, and  couldn’t tell that there was any previous damage with just a few uses. Before this treatment I would lose a LOT of strands every time I got in the shower and then brushed it. I seriously felt like a dog shedding it’s winter coat. Since I’ve been using this, I’ve noticed less falling strands in the shower!

Parnevu Hair Mayonnaise is only $7.00 and can be purchased on the website.

Next is the shampoo--

PARNEVU T-Tree Shampoo is a unique blend of botanicals designed to cleanse the hair and scalp of impurities. It locks in the moisture that can escape when hair becomes damaged from perming, dying, straightening, or blow drying!

This is an ultra-rich, thick, and creamy shampoo but it lathers AMAZINGLY which surprised me because of the thickness, I thought it would feel more like an organic shampoo (which almost feels like rubbing a lotion in because they have almost no lather).

I love how well it washes and rinses out in just ONE wash. I had been having VERY itchy scalp AND dandruff before using this. It was a combination of tanning and product buildup. This caused the itching to go away because it washed the product residue away and moistened my scalp.

Even the first time I used this I could tell how silky my hair became as SOON as it was applied to my hair. I was like “WOW”. Instant silkiness which is HUGE for me! I love soft hair.. I felt like I didn’t even need to use a conditioner because the shampoo was so nourishing.

You can buy the Parnevu T-Tree Shampoo for $6

The last item is the Parnevu T-Tree Leave in Conditioner. It is uniquely formulated to penetrate, heal and moisturize dry, damaged hair and flaky, itchy scalp. Regular use promotes the natural healing process for total hair and scalp health.

This has also helped with my itchy and flaking scalp. I have to say it’s the lightest leave-in conditioner that I’ve use. Usually I can’t do leave-ins because they leave my hair oily and looking like I dumped a pit of grease on my head. This didn’t though!

I love that my hair has become so vibrant and healthy without the weight and heaviness of too much product. I can blow dry my hair without it looking or feeling oily or greasy. It stays free from fly-away hair and those awful frizz moments.

The overall health of my hair was significantly improved in less than 2 uses! I LOVE these products AND they are cheap! Stock up NOW ladies, summer is almost here!

Buy it: You can buy the Parnevu Leave in Conditioner for $6

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Jessica Renee

Household Review: Spring Cleaning with Simple Green Cleaner

I couldn’t have been happier with Simple Green All Purpose Cleaner. It REALLY is an all-purpose cleaner, but the best thing is that it doesn’t contain chemicals and it’s VERY high quality for the price! Win-WIn.

It comes diluted and with an extra spray bottle. You can dilute it for light, medium, or heavy use. It can be used both indoors and out, and on just about EVERY single thing you can think of! I’ve DONE it!

*Bathroom: countertops, bathtub, toilet, sink, showers and fixtures.

*Kitchen: coffee maker, oven, countertop, dishwasher, drain, garbage disposal, garbage can, range hood, stove-top, vent, appliances, cabinets, and microwave.

*Indoors: carpet, toys, window blinds, ceiling fan, highchair, fireplaces, tile, floors, walls, and laundry (removes the toughest stains including dirt, grease, oil, coffee, juice, lipstick, and blood)

*Outdoors: engines, garage floors, driveways, tools, BBQ grills, grease filters, car exteriors, bikes, sports and exercise equipment, motorcycles and campers.

Since the end of March, I’ve been doing nothing but CLEANING, CLEANING, CLEANING, packing, unpacking, organizing, did I mention CLEANING? I had to clean the place we moved from as well as the place we were moving to.

I used this for basically every SINGLE washable thing in both places. Bathrooms, kitchen, floor, carpet, floors, walls, the laundry that was in storage, and just about everything else.

I have to say—most all purpose cleaners ARE crammed with chemicals and aren’t all that effective. I had my doubts about a cleaner that didn’t have ANY chemicals, but it really did the job.

Everything was sparkling.. absolutely beautiful! I didn’t have to scrub and scrub, so it made it 10x easier on me. It smells a little overpowering (but I think that’s the point).. the smell disappears very quickly though, so it isn’t too bad.

There isn’t much that it can’t conquer. All you have to do is let it sit for a few minutes before scrubbing or washing. I love that it’s great for stained up laundry! My son has a class shirt that he had to wear every single Friday for 5 weeks. By the third week it had grass stains where he went outside and played (AND I forgot to make him change). This brought those grass stains right out!!

 

DIRECTIONS FOR DILUTING Simple Green Concentrated Cleaner Degreaser Deodorizer :

*LIGHT STRENGTH (for non-greasy, lightly soiled surfaces) - add 2 Tbsp. Simple Green Concentrated Cleaner Degreaser Deodorizer to a 32 oz. spray bottle and fill the rest with water

*MEDIUM STRENGTH (everyday strength) - add ½ cup of Simple Green Concentrated Cleaner Degreaser Deodorizer to a 32 oz. spray bottle and fill the rest with water.

*HEAVY STRENGTH (for stubborn soils, heavy grease) - add 2 cups of Simple Green Concentrated Cleaner Degreaser Deodorizer to a 32 oz. spray bottle and fill the rest with water.

Buy IT: You can buy the Simple Green Starter Kit for $12.99

 

Jessica Renee

Organizing Craft Supplies with Ebottles

I have been in LOVE with crafting for quite awhile now. It came to me when my son was born premature and I was looking for something to help make a little money at home so I didn’t have to work.

SO- I became engrossed in different crafts; sewing, crocheting, decoupage. I was going and buying all these different tools and notions for the different crafts that I was interested in, and it didn’t take very long at all for me to become unorganized.

I was trying to find something that would help me organize everything without being pricey or taking up too much space. When I ran across these beautiful glass jars, I fell in love!

Not only are there so many different varieties of glass jars to choose, but they look AWESOME sitting on the shelf! They let the notions and supplies decorate and enhance the room with their own individual colors!

I love that I can look and automatically see what’s inside the jar. No more digging, digging, and digging looking for something I knew I had seen a second ago.

I was spending more time actually looking for certain items; zippers, a certain sewing foot, or another bobbin then I was spending getting anything done. It was quite frustrating and half the time I’d end up giving up because I couldn’t find something that I needed to finish or start a project.

Now I don’t have to worry about it. Now these beautiful glass jars sit on their own shelf with everything I need inside. They have been a huge blessing NOT only to my crafting (time) but to my sanity as well.

I’ve had plenty people come over and tell me that it was an amazing way to organize everything without having to search for it. I couldn’t agree more.

Now that I spend more time getting stuff done, I am more relaxed.. and I love IT! All because of some glass jars.. who would’ve thought?

Not me!

While you’re here, you should look into being more relaxed and healthier with- Better Sleep Tips.

 

Jessica Renee

Beauty Review: Acure Organics Ultra-Hydrating Body Lotion-Unscented (Cocoa Butter & CoQ10)

Acure Organics has such a wide range of products that are all very healthy for the skin as well as natural & organic. The Hydrating Body Lotion with Morrocan Oil is no different.

The lotion is very hydrating and moisturizing, but not heavy. It’s more hydrating then the other Acure lotions I’ve tried, but it isn’t my favorite because it’s unscented. This would be perfect for someone with sensitive skin or are sensitive to fragrances (which I know people who are).

This is great for after-tanning use. When I get out of the tanning bed, my feet are REALLY dry, so I bring this with me and add a drop to each foot before putting my shoes back on. I also love to use this for all over body hydration (hydrated skin tans and stays tan longer). Tanning lotion usually smells like burnt cinnamon or something—(depending on the lotion). So I use this to keep from adding to the smell.

I have been messing around with adding a few drops of essential oils to the lotion each time I apply it. It’s amazing to create your own unique “fragrance”. PLUS- since it IS unscented, it’s a PLUS for spring and summertime. Bugs are attracted to fragrance (mosquitos, ants, bees..), so this wouldn’t alert you to the bug radar.

I love that it just seems to “melt” right into my skin without a hitch though. There isn’t any “settling” time. It just sinks right in and we’re ready to go. I love that it doesn’t leave a “greasy” film like some moisturizing lotions do. I have to end up wiping my hands on a hand-towel after using THOSE. This is nothing like that. It works without being greasy!

I particularly love that Acure never puts alcohol in their body lotions. Alcohol can actually dry the skin out even more—so this is nothing but pure HYDRATION!  It’s amazing how creamy, thick, and buttery this is!

I feel like since I’ve been using this my skin has been more hydrated, nourished, and feels smoother. It’s a rather large bottle for $10, plus they donate $1 to each purchase to Bright Pink- for breast cancer research and education.

Buy It: You can buy the Acure Organics Ultra-Hydrating Body Lotion for $9.99

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Jessica Renee

March of Dimes® Launches 2013 imbornto® Campaign With Help From Partners Nationwide

The March of Dimes Supports the Idea That Every Baby Is Born to Do Something Great  and Encourages Consumers to Shop, Dine and Donate To The Cause

WHITE PLAINS, NY, APRIL 2013 -- Every baby is born to do something great, but first they have to be born strong and healthy. That’s the powerful truth that the March of Dimes 2013 imbornto campaign is designed to celebrate, continuing the organization’s 75 years of research, education, vaccines and breakthroughs. As the “Official Partner of Mother’s Day and Father’s Day,” March of Dimes is encouraging consumers to shop, dine or donate where they see the imbornto seal to get involved and support the cause.

Every time a baby is born, so are a new mom and dad.  There's no better time to celebrate the work of the March of Dimes than on their special days.  From Mother’s Day to Father’s Day, the Foundation will partner with media, retailers and brands to remind everyone when they reflect on family that every baby is born to do something great, and that no matter what you were born to do, the March of Dimes helped you get there.

“The March of Dimes has been hard at work improving the lives of babies and families everywhere for 75 years,” says Dr. Jennifer L. Howse, president of March of Dimes. “The imbornto campaign allows us to tap into the hopes, dreams and aspirations that all parents have for their babies and inspire people nationwide to celebrate Mother’s Day and Father’s Day in a way that ensures more babies are born strong and healthy.”
2013 imbornto partners include Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia, The Bon-Ton Stores, Inc., Farmers Insurance, Kmart, Mud Pie, Bliss Carpets, ProFlowers, First Response, Famous Footwear and Oral B. Visit www.imbornto.com for more information and additional participating partners this spring.

Since its founding in 1938 by President Franklin Delano Roosevelt to defeat polio, March of Dimes-funded research has led to medical advancements, such as the introduction of the polio vaccine, newborn screening for PKU and developments in newborn intensive care still used today.

The March of Dimes is the leading nonprofit organization for pregnancy and baby health. With chapters nationwide and its premiere event, March for Babies®, March of Dimes works to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth and infant mortality. For the latest resources and information, visit marchofdimes.com or nacersano.org.  Find us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter.

Fashion Accessories Review: BobbePIN Whiter than White Shoulder Bag

BobbePIN is a brand-new indie fashion retailer selling everything! Dresses, tops, handbags, jackets, dresses, and more! The best part about it they offer FREE SHIPPING both ways. If you buy something and it doesn’t fit properly—they will pay return fees and get you something that fits!

That’s what being a GREAT company is all about. I jumped at the chance to work with them! I had so much fun flipping through all the awesome designs and colorful pieces they had!

They feature new astounding designers and private label designs. These designs are ecofriendly in their dying process of the fabrics, create simple designs that will look good on everybody, AND that you’ll feel amazing buying!

Here are some of the items I was looking into:

The Tops:

The Jacket:

& Dresses:

I ended up getting the Whiter than White Shoulder Bag though. I had been on the prowl EVERYWHERE for a quality handmade white shoulder bag that could go with any outfit and make it look good!

AND I got it. I love the attention to details on this purse! I AM in love with it. I don’t think I’ve changed purses ONCE since getting it—and I am KNOWN for switching purses (to match the outfit of course). It got really tiring though, that’s the reason I wanted something to match EVERYTHING—so it would be one LESS thing I had to worry about.

The pleated front with the vertical zipper pockets is amazing! I’ve never seen the vertical zippers. They are smaller than the regular horizontal pocket on the other side, but it’s GREAT for those smaller items that you don’t want to search for. The pleated front gives it a unique look that everybody asks about. “WHERE did you get that? It is beautiful”.

It has light tan/ grey with white edging. It has two zipper compartments, the one you see in the middle (between the two pink items; my wallet and agenda) is BIG! This could be used for a notebook or glasses case.. whatever—it is BIG!

There are also two pockets on the other side. This of course is for cell phone and PDA’s! I use the biggest one for my cell phone and the smaller one for my pens (I don’t have a PDA).

It comes with a longer strap then what you see in the first photo. This handle makes it more of a “messenger” type bag- where it hands to my hips. I don’t like my bags to hang that low, so I didn’t attach it, The entire bag (and the handles) are faux leather, but it feels and LOOKS real!

Buy It: Whiter than White Shoulder Bag for $40.

They also believe in giving back, so 5% of their sales will be donated to charity. Like them on Facebook and follow them on Twitter

 

Jessica Renee

Fashion Review: SheInside Leather Biker Jackets

Every since I can remember, I’ve wanted to own a nice leather jacket. I know what your thinking AND I don’t mean the heavy ones that will probably end up weighing more than me.

I mean a simple lightweight leather jacket that can spice up ANYTHING from jeans to a miniskirt. Something that turns heads and makes people take NOTICE! BAM!

There’s nothing like an amazing leather jacket to spice up your wardrobe, and that’s exactly what I received when I ordered two leather jackets from Sheinside.

I ended up getting two, because who could resist the classic BLACK and a modern hip beautiful orange? Definitely not ME! So I got the Black Zip Embellished Cuff PU Leather Motorcycle Jacket & Orange Wide Lapel Zipper Embellished Hem PU Leather Biker Jacket.

Both the jackets came in the same package, and arrived within absolutely NO time. I was very surprised at how quickly they did come. Usually when I order things from fashion websites it takes 15-17 days. This came within about 5-6!

AND.. You know what I had to do! Put both of them on IMMEDIATELY and try them on!

I really really adored the Orange one. I love how well it went with my new tan! It really brightened up not only my wardrobe but my complexion as well. I love how the top is asymmetrical and just looks SO badass.

I love how it has two ascending zippers on both sides.  It fit magnificently and was the perfect accent with all its’ zippers! I can wear both of them with jeans and boots or a mini skirt and they totally pull the “rock chick” right out of me!

I love how they create different looks. They look different and create different “looks” whether they are zipped or not. The Black one has less pockets, but more of a “classic” look and feel to it.

I’ve seen replica’s of both of these jackets and nothing can compare to how well these are made (AND the price). Most are DOUBLE the price than what you’d pay for at Sheinside.

Leather has definitely made it’s way back in the fashion world! Where it rightfully NEEDS to be! Leather isn’t just for bikers anymore! Move over, here we come!

Buy IT: You can buy the Black Zip Embellished Cuff PU Leather Motorcycle Jacket  for $55.68 & the Orange Wide Lapel Zipper Embellished Hem PU Leather Biker Jacket for $36.45

 

Jessica Renee

Review: Wizard wall

Wizard Wall® is a cling film that turns any indoor surface into an easel without the need for tape, pins, or nails. Wizard Wall® film serves as an instant repositionable white board and with its imbedded static charge clings on either side. Wizard Wall® has hundreds of uses – ideal for collaboration, planning and instruction.

I am a major list maker. If I don't have it on a list it will soon to be forgotten. I've got one of those minds that randomly bounce around, so that's how I forget things I'm supposed to get done so easily. I was keeping a to-do list on my phone until my daughter got on there and erased every single to-do blog post for the month.. So I was left trying to scramble and remember WHAT was on those.

Some were left out and forgotten, so help me, I know. When I got a chance to review Wonderwall papers, I was extremely happy. They are little slick pieces of paper that you write on (with a permanent or dry erase marker) and can easily wipe off.

When I got them, they felt like a magazine sheet (glossy yet thin). I decided to stick them on my walls so I could keep up with what blog posts needed to be written and I could just cross it out as I went. I was surprised at how easily they stuck on the walls without anything to secure them.

It was like they magically gripped the wall. They were easy to write on, and easy to wipe off. They sent me clear ones as well as some white ones. They both were easy to maintain. They also came with a permanent marker and a dry erase marker. I prefer the dry erase marker, but the permanent marker could be to create a grid-like calendar or to-do list that you can just erase the contents of and re-write each week or month.

It’s like having a GIANT whiteboard without the bulk and worry of securing them to the wall. They are very easy to stick on (they cling) and take off (just grip the edge of the sheet and pull off. There don’t STICK with any glue or anything- so you don’t have to worry about ruining your walls!

They did stick really well. The only thing that I could see that wasn't up to par was that some of them would slide down the wall (only 2-3 out of the 10 I was sent). This is probably due to the type of walls I have or something because the other ones had absolutely no issue sticking to the wall.

I love being able to wake up and see what needs to be done that day. It has helped keep me sane and organized. It has helped because they are "RIGHT there". I don't have to search in my agenda, my phone, or computer to know what has to be done. I can just look and see what's left on the wall.

I have truly enjoyed the sheer excitement of being more organized. I am definitely going to be buying more of these to stick on my wall in my office at the shop. That way I know what I spent on what and what I need to get out of it to make a profit.

These could be great for a variety of things. They could be great for teachers (especially those with smaller kids). I used one (once it blew off the wall) to write letters and numbers and then have my son trace it with a darker colored dry erase marker. This saved us on paper and made it fun for him because he could erase it in a second and start over if he messed up..

If you would like to know more about these amazing Wizard Wall papers you can visit the website.

Buy IT: You can buy a small Wizard Wall kit which comes with:

The complete Wizard Wall® system in a compact kit. Includes film, markers, cutting systems, and eraser.

• Roll of 30 inch wide x 50 feet White Static Cling Film
• Cartridge w/ Cutting System
• 1 Dry Erase Marker (blue)
• 2 Permanent Markers (black and red)
• 1 Dry Erase

For only $145

 

Jessica Renee

Review: LoveSac Phur Slippers

 

LoveSac sent me an amazing pair of house slippers to review, and I ended up getting the Mink Phur Slippers. OH my- was my feet ever so happy. They are the most amazing slippers my feet have ever gotten to experience.

They came packaged so beautiful yet so simple. They were in a plain (HARD) box wrapped in ribbon with the tags telling the information about the Phur Slippers.

This would be an amazing gift to give on Christmas, Birthdays, Mother’s Day, or Father’s day! Mother’s day is coming up—let her experience the true meaning of relax with these beautifully made slippers.

I am a HUGE fan of slippers, not only because I like to be warm- but because I like to be comfortable. I’ve had a really hard time finding the “Right” ones though. They are either too heavy, too thin, or tear easily because of the “quality” of the slippers.

With these, I have had absolutely NOTHING to worry about. In all this time that I’ve been wearing them, they are STILL just as comfy and have the same amount of padding they had from day one.

They are so comfortable and fit so well. I ended up getting a medium (I wear an 8 1/2 shoe), and they fit snug without being too tight! Even in April here, it’s been NOT like spring AT all. We’ve had really cold days, too much rain, and chances of snow.

It’s really weird, since we didn’t really have that many REALLY cold days all winter. There were days in January AND February that I could wear a short sleeve shirt outside and not freeze. I am NOT one of those warm-blooded people either- I usually freeze to death!

BUT since the weather’s been hectic, crazy, and downright weird- I’ve been SO please with these slippers. They have kept my usually cold feet SO warm and cozy.

They are made out of Hypo-Allergenic Poly Knit, so they can be bought and used by ANYone! The best part about it is that when they get dirty —you can throw them in the wash and sit them on the dryer to air-dry and wa-lah FRESH, beautiful slippers.

The fabric inside of the slipper is the same as the outside. A soft, plush, beautiful faux fur (mine are a silver color). The bottom is made of a nice rubberized material that has tiny bumps to help keep traction. I don’t know how many times I almost slipped in regular slippers. NOT to mention I can wear these outside to check the mail (AHA- Don’t have to change the shoes! )

Of course my daughter had a blast playing with the packaging. She used the ribbon as everything from a guitar to a lead for her horses. She of course used the box for a house for them. We will definitely be painting and coloring it for her! Glad that something so simple could make her so happy.!

Lovesac also sells tons of other comfy items- such as pillows and blankets. WHY not make a comfy basket for mom for Mother’s day? Umm.. how she would love that. I know I would!

Buy IT: You can buy the Lovesac Mink Phur Slippers for $59.

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Jessica Renee