Febreze Noseblindness Test Review & Giveaway

This review and giveaway was made possible by Double Duty Divas and Febreze. I was compensated for my participation in this campaign, but all opinions are 100% mine.

movie night with febreze

Do you have noseblindness?  When we stay in our homes every day, sometimes we get used to the smells and may not always notice when things become unpleasant.  We only become aware of the odors if someone tells us about them OR if we leave our home for a few hours and days. We recently conducted our own Febreze Noseblindness Test, and today I’m happy to share our results, along with more information and giveaway! [Read more…]

Frozen Berry Yogurt Ice Pops and Simply Sweet ColorCakes Giveaway

ColorCakes Book

I love gazing at pinterest-worthy desserts.  Today I’m featuring a book that is FULL of them! Simply Sweet ColorCakes: Wow-Worthy Desserts Anyone Can Make is 250 colorful pages of fun, drool-worthy desserts!  There are so many festive treats in this book!  And don’t let the name fool you….the book is not just cake recipes!  The section of the book include: [Read more…]

Summer Health & Beauty Series: Beauty Essentials with Mary Kay

Back to school is just around the corner for us, but there’s still plenty of summer weather left! Today we have more beauty tips from our friends at Mary Kay®.

Mary Kay Beauty Essentials

 

Mary Kay cosmetics are high quality and hold up well even in the summer humidity.  I especially love the CC Cream.  On days when I don’t want to wear a lot of makeup, I’ve been wearing it like a foundation.  It gives me sheer coverage for just a quick trip to the store or a day in the sun.  And it also goes well under makeup on days when I want to look really great.  And combined with their eyeliner, mascara, mineral bronzing powders, and Pink Cherie lipstick, I get a completely glamorous look for any summer day!

Check out these tips from Mary Kay to learn more about how these products can help you get a gorgeous look this summer! [Read more…]

LO Fruit Beverage Review

Lo Drinks

With all the heat and humidity out there, we’ve been going through juice, sports drinks, and other beverages like they’re going out of style.  I recently stocked the fridge with an assortment of Lo Fruit Beverages. LO is a low sugar, and low carb fruit beverage that tastes great.

This is a great product for those who are health conscious or have dietary restrictions.  It is naturally sweetened with Stevia, and it contains ActiVin®, an all-natural Red Grape Seed Extract rich in polyphenols – powerful plant-based antioxidants called proanthocyanidins.

One ten ounce serving of LO contains the same amount of calories (35 – 45), carbs (8 – 11 grams), and sugars (7 – 10 grams) as found in one whole fruit. Additionally, LO Fruit Beverage is a certified low GI (glycemic index) product, as clinically test by Glycemic Index Laboratories, kosher, vegan, and gluten free.

LO comes in great flavors like Mango Mojito, Pomegranate Mojito, Acai-Blue, and Pomegranate.  I think I like the Acai-Blue the best! These can be purchased in packs of 4 and 12.  And you can choose packages with the individual flavors or choose a mix of flavors.

My favorite thing about the product is its versatility.  The product may be enjoyed as a cool drink straight out of the bottle, or you may also use it as a mixer for smoothies, and even cocktails!

You can place your order for Lo Fruit Beverages on their website, or look for the product on Amazon.

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Snuggle Scent Boosters Review and Coupon

Snuggle Scent Boosters

Have you tried Snuggle Scent Boosters yet? I’m always excited to try new cleaning products, especially laundry detergents and fabric softeners!  When you live with a man and a “young man” you have a lot to contend with in the laundry departments (stains, sweat, and other smells), so I always try to use the best products possible to get their clothes smelling clean and fresh. [Read more…]

Basil Cucumber Smash and Straw Envy Review

National Gin Day was June 14, and in honor of the date, the folks over at Straw Envy sent over a cool drink for my readers and I to try.  And they also sent me a sample of their lovely, fun, and festive straws!  If you’re a food photographer or blogger, or someone who just loves hosting, you know that nothing dresses up a drink like a colorful straw or other garnishes.

straw envy

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Summer Health & Beauty Series: Get the Red Carpet Look + Mary Kay Giveaway

Mary Kay Red Carpet

Do ever see stars on the red carpet and wish you could have their look?  Now you can!  Recently stars showed up on the Met Gala Red Carpet, sporting makeup products from Mary Kay.  Today we are looking at Emma Stone’s Natural Beauty Look and Selena Gomez’s Dramatic Beauty Look.  But instead of just showing you pictures of the ladies, I also have a rundown on the products and techniques you will need to replicate their looks.

Let’s start with Emma Stone.  I actually received a kit of all the products needed for this look.  I chose Emma’s look because we have similar skin tones, and I generally go for a more natural look when it comes to make up.  What I love about Mary Kay is that they have very high quality products that are easy to use, and they products which appeal to all age groups and styles.  Their products also look and feel good on, and they generally last and hold up for the day, which is a real plus when you are on the go. [Read more…]

Summer Health & Beauty Series: Beautiful Review and Giveaway

Beautiful Review and Giveaway

 

Today we continue our Summer Health & Beauty Series with a review and giveaway for Beautiful AM Moisturizer and PM Revitalizer.  I was very happy to try this product for the following reasons:

  • The products are made of 100% pure ingredients (No chemicals, preservatives, etc.)
  • The products are good for all skin types.
  • It is an “All in One” product that can replace all other items in your skin care routine.
  • The products have multiple uses: They cleanse your pores, smooth your skin, and reduce appearance of age, wrinkles, and blemishes.

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Summer Health & Beauty Series: Mary Kay Journey of Dreams

Mary Kay Journey of Dreams

As you freshen up this summer, don’t forget the perfume! I have a few go-to perfumes and body sprays that I like to use, but every now and then I like to branch out and try something new.  I recently tried a bottle of Mary Kay’s Journey of Dreams Eau de Toilette, and I’m very happy to add it to my list of go-to fragrances! [Read more…]

Summer Health & Beauty Series: Summertime Shaving Tips #SummerizeYourLegs #CollectiveBias

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Summertime Shaving Tips
Today as part of my Summer Health & Beauty Series,we are going to be talking about summerizing your legs with some Summertime Shaving Tips.  As I go out for a day at the beach, the pool, or just a day of shopping, it is so fun to your favorite shorts, swimsuit, or summer outfit, but it is not nearly as fun if you’re suffering from razor burn! It looks bad, and it doesn’t feel good either! Luckily for us, there are some great products to help soothe and protect our legs during the summer months.

In anticipation of the warm summer weather, I recently shopped at Walmart for shaving products and sunscreen: [Read more…]