Infinite Joy Tea Review # Reduxa

Disclaimer: I received the product described free or at a reduced cost to facilitate this review. All opinions are my own.

In my day to day life, I run across people regularly that are dieting. I hear simple things like, "I cannot eat that, I am on a diet." I have found that it is much easier to keep it simple.

I come home sit down and relax. I do not stress over that little piece of chocolate cake that I had at dinner last night, because I know that I do not eat chocolate cake every day. Besides, what is better than coming home on a dark rainy night and having a warm cup of tea?

With Infinite Joy, you can make dieting a little easier. No need to take pills. Just sit back and relax while enjoying a light cup of tea in the peacefulness of your own home.

You will find that the taste is light and better yet the tea is herbal so there is no caffeine. You will not stay awake all night or feel jittery throughout the day.

The down fall, there are 30 tea bags in each package of Infinite Tea. The suggested serving is 2 to 3 cups per day. That means that you will have to buy one bag every week. 

Product Description From the Manufacturer:
nfinite Joy is a herbal tea for losing weight it includes 21 herbal ingredients that help in supporting natural weight loss. The herbs in this everyday diet tea and detox supplement helps to naturally raise your basal metabolic rate which allows you to burn the excess fat in your body and eventually help you to shed those extra pounds. The ingredients in this herbal tea makes it a great tasting tea for appetite suppression best of all the most important benefit of Infinite Joy is that it's herbal ingredients help to naturally detoxify your body. The herbal combination helps by stimulating the detox action of liver and eliminates unwanted toxins from your body.

Infinite joy also includes powerful ginseng which is well-known for its weight loss property. This simple weight loss tea is also rich in compounds called phytochemicals. Phytochemicals are a group of beneficial, non-nutritive biological compounds that occur naturally in roots, leaves, buds and stems of plants. Research on weight loss indicates if your body is staggering with accumulated toxins, it becomes extremely difficult to lose weight via exercise and dietary changes. This is why an ideal diet tea and detox supplement like Infinite Joy is the best support you can offer yourself while on a weight loss goal. If you are working towards shedding the unwanted weight, it is a perfect addition to your weight loss regimen. Keep in mind to follow healthy eating habits, stay physically active as well as monitor and decrease stress level.

The product is 100% natural and unlike other weight loss products has no caffeine. With this simple, everyday tea weight loss is not a distant dream, the combination of ingredients in this herbal tea makes it an ideal weight loss supplement. Try Infinite Joy it is a perfect diet tea and detox supplement that also improves your overall health and well-being besides acting as a weight loss tea.

Vitamin C Serum Review #vitamincserum

Disclaimer: I received the product described below for a reduced cost or at no cost to facilitate this review. All opinions are my own.

As I get older, the change in my skin scares me. Yes, I said it. The wrinkles, the lines, the dark spots, they are all there.

I have tried many products that claim benefits, most of which I never experience.  So I thought that I would try something new. Why not a Vitamin C serum?

I used the Naturalico Vitamin C serum each morning and night before bed. I made sure to apply a thin layer to a clean dry face and allow the serum to thoroughly dry before going to bed or applying my normal make-up routine.

After two weeks of daily use, here is what I noticed.

1. More even skin tone. It was Not drastic, but I figured if I continued to use the product, the over evenness would get better.
2. Healthy glow. My skin no longer had its normal dull appearance. I now have a healthy all over glow to my face. As a younger woman, I would have disliked this look, but as I get older and the natural oils fade, this is a look that I aim for now.
3.  Minimal reduction in fine lines. Yes, just minimal. In all fairness, this is only after 2 weeks of use and to see real results, the product should be used for 6 to 8 weeks. Maybe with continued use, I can see fewer lines. Wouldn't that be nice?

I did not notice any reduction in the couple of brown spots that I have developed from sun exposure over the years, but again, I remain hopeful that these may fade, even slightly, with continued use.


Product Description From the Manufacturer:

You Won't Find A Better Higher Quality, More Potent Effective Vitamin C Serum On The Market - with Pure 98% Natural 72% Organic ingredients

Truly the Best Vitamin C Serum on the Market Today
Nowadays, you can find a multitude of anti aging serum options, but none of these products can truly compare to our Vitamin C Serum. Only the finest of natural ingredients like pure sea buckthorn oil, organic hyaluronic acid and organic rosehip oil are included in our revolutionary formula.

A Multitude of Benefits From One Face Serum
Our combination vitamin C and hyaluronic acid serum simultaneously addresses existing damage while providing potent antioxidant protection from oxidative damage. While vitamin C brightens the skin and stimulates the production of collagen, hyaluronic acid binds moisture to the skin, keeping it properly hydrated and making fine lines and wrinkles less deep. You can even tackle those unsightly age spots with the brightening power of our anti aging serum. Rigorously tested, our face serum truly lives up to its promise and can make a difference in the firmness, radiance and youthfulness of your skin.

The Natural Anti Wrinkle Serum for All Skin Types
Our formula is ideal for all skin types and can be used at any age to fight wrinkles and promote a gorgeous complexion.

Dead Sea Mud Mask Review #deadseamask

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.

Sometimes I feel like there is nothing better than the feeling of fresh clean skin.  Well, for a change I found a small addition to my fresh clean skin routine that I loved.



I needed to be thorough when reviewing the Instanatural Dead Sea Mud, so I recruited a few friends. Why not right? So not only did I gather my data, but I used the data of 3 generations to see if it worked the same on all of us.

First off, the ages of guinea pigs, err, I mean testers, ranged from 10 years old all the way to 72. We all sat around and slathered mud on our skin, let it sit until dry, and rinsed it off to discuss or thoughts.

To start, lets discuss the mud itself. The texture of the mud is unlike any mud I have ever used. It is lighter going on the skin and feels a little more like a smooth gelatin than a traditional mud. I thought it was unusual at first, but it was so easy to apply that I realized this texture is amazing. The was no pushing and pulling to get it on my skin.

Hurry up and wait.
Do you every feel that way? With the Dead Sea Mud I started to feel like it was not going to dry out. Not knowing everything about the product, it was possible that it wouldn't. But I remained patient and it finally dried out. I am not sure that it really took any longer than a traditional mask, I really think that holding a conversation for more than 5 minutes with my sister was starting to make me feel like I needed to crawl out of my own skin. Normally it takes longer than five minutes, but keep in mind we had been under the same roof for three days already. That should be a worlds record for the two of us.

Get it off me!
Okay, now it was time to wash my face. I forgot how much of an effort it can be to get mud off. Okay so it may not be hard for you, but I may have put mine on a little thick. It tool a washcloth and a small effort to clean the mud off of my face. Then Voila! I had clean skin!

The much awaited outcome.
Now that I had gone through the entire process with three other people we gathered our thoughts. The 10 year old was useless. I think she would have told me she liked the mud from my backyard smeared on her face. But all of the adults agreed that our faces felt better. No, they did not "look" better, but all of us agreed our skin felt softer. Usually after a mask I feel like my skin is tight or slightly sticky. I did not get that feeling from this. Just a lightly refreshed feeling and a feeling I needed to apply a mud mask more often. If she is lucky, I might even allow my sister to join me.

Alpha Garcinia Cambogia Review #alphapills

Disclaimer: I received the product described below free of change to facilitate this review. All opinions are my own.

If you are like everyone else, you probably carry a few extra pounds around with you. We are always searching for the easiest way possible to drop those extra pounds. I know I don't want to change the way I eat, and I certainly do NOT want to exercise. Yuck!

Alpha Garcinia Cambogia has allowed me to just take a pill to simplify my weight loss. I have always been resistant to taking diet pills due to the fact that they make me feel horrible. Alpha Garcinia Cambogia did not make me feel like  my heart was going to jump put of my chest, did not make me feel like I was going to starve to death, and it certainly did not turn my insides upside-down. 

All in all, While taking the Alpha Garcinia Cambogia pills for two weeks, I lost a quick 8 pounds. Now I know that seems small, but it was only 2 weeks time AND I did not do anything else. That means no exercise, not change in diet...nothing!



Manufactures information on the 100% Alpha Garcinia Cambogia Extract

Garcinia Cambogia is extract from the South East Asian fruit Garcinia Gummi-Gatta, part of the tamarind family. It is an all natural extract shown to suppress your appetite, burn fat while maintaining your lean muscle mass, and increase fat loss 3 times more than diet and exercise alone. Garcinia Cambogia has also been proven to increase serotonin levels and has all of these positive effects without negative side effects.

What Does Garcinia Do?

If your body does not use carbohydrates as energy, they are converted into fat and stored in the body as fat cells. Alpha Garcinia Cambogia stops the enzymes in your body from turning carbohydrates into these fat cells. It also assists your body in converting fat into glycogen, a readily available source of energy for your body to use. Other positive benefits of Garcinia are increased serotonin levels which can positively affect many aspects of the users lives including mood, sleep, and satiety.

What Sets Alpha Garcinia Cambogia Apart From The Rest?

Each capsule in Alpha Garcinia Cambogia is 1000MG of Garcinia Cambogia, compared to only 500MG in competitors capsules. This means you only need to take one capsule per dose and get double the effect per capsule. This makes taking Alpha Garcinia Cambogia a pleasure and increases the effects dramatically when compared to other low quality competitors on the market.

Display-Sheet Makeup Bag Review #displaysheetbag

As women we always want to be prepared at all times. But it can be difficult carrying all of our make-up around with us. Most of us have a cute little make-up bag that we tuck everything into to take with us. Then we pull out what we need as we need it. What I have found over time is that I have to dig to the bottom of my make-up bag to find that one little eyeliner or lipstick. Or sometimes I have found myself dumping the entire contents on the a counter someplace to access the items that I need.

With the display-sheet make-up bag you will not have that issue. You can place all of your make-up inside the bag and quickly close it up. When you are ready to use an item in the bag, you just loosen the strap and pull out the display sheet. All of your items are easily seen and and accessible.

Traveling anytime soon, this make-up bag will be a lifesaver. No need to scatter everything all over a hotel room counter. In a hurry. Left your display sheet and drop the contents right back into the bag, pull the drawstring and go.

One additional feature that worked out well for me was the nylon material that the bag is made up of. Over the years I have learned that I am an absolute klutz. The nylon material made my spills easily cleaned up with just a damp cloth. No need to stare at ugly make-up stains on your cute bag any more.

 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.

Argan Oil Hair Mask #InstaNatural

How is your hair? Is your hair in need of additional hydration from all of the chemical and heat damage that you put it through? I was recently given an opportunity to try Argan Oil Hair Mask by InstaNatural.
The key ingredients in the hair mask are;  Argan Oil, Amino Acid Complex, Coconut Oil, Shea Butter, and Vitamin B5. Nothing that you cannot pronounce and all organic.

With chemically treated hair and daily heat styling my hair was limp and brittle. After just one use of the Argan Oil hair mask, my hair felt light and soft and was clearly shiny. 

The real test was allowing my daughter to try the hair mask. Her hair sometimes appears to have been run through the dryer on the "Frizz" cycle. She also loves to color her hair but is incredibly indecisive when it comes to keeping a color. Change. Change. Change. After one use, her hair came out shiny and a lot less frizzy. Did it feel soft to me? Definately!

If you are in need of a quick repair more often than not, this is a product well worth trying.

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.

Australian Tea Tree Oil Review #teatreeoil

Did you know that tea tree oil is one of the most versatile essential oils. You can use it to naturally fight acne, toenail fungus, lice, yeast Infections, skin tags, cold sores, dandruff, ringworm, fleas, warts, psoriasis, and more.

You can use it to make your own shampoo, lotion, soap, face mask or cleaner, body wash, and toothpaste. Make sure that you find a non-diluted product before you purchase.

I am not brave enough to stick tea tree oil in my mouth to clean my teeth. Have you smelled tea tree oil? It is not minty fresh. It does not stink by any means, but it does not smell like the way I want my toothpaste to smell. But knowing that tea tree oil is natural and not filling my cabinets with harsh chemicals makes me feel better. I know that I am not alone in my thinking either. Would you want to use a chemical created in a lab to treat ringworm on your child? Or would you feel better placing a little tea tree oil on your child to eliminate the pesky fungus?

In my house, we have a problem with acne. I found that placing a few drops of tea tree oil on a q-tip and applying it directly to a pimple before bed mad the redness and swelling go down. I also found that if i mixed a few drops of tea tree oil in aloe vera and applied it to my face, by skin stayed soft and did not dry out from the tea tree oil.

Just like most other people, I still have store bought moisturizers too. I have store bought facial moisturizers that contain chemicals. I have taken a small amount of the store bought moisturizer and mixed in a few drops of tea tree oil and keep it in a small container with a screw on lid. I use this in the morning under my make-up to give me a little added acne protection during the day.

After using tea tree oil in my home and seeing how versatile it can really be, I will never be without it again.


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.

Niacinamide Moisturizer Cream by InstaNatural Review #InstaNatural

As I get older, I realize how important it is to take good care of myself both inside and out. Recently I was given the opportunity to try Niacinamide Moisturizer Cream by InstaNatural. All creams have claims that I want to be true, but most do not hold up. Or if the claims do hold up, they only last a few hours and then they are gone again.

Naturally, when I first started to use the Niacinamide cream, I was hesitant to see any results or have them last. Even so, i was still willing to try. Here is what I found:

After 1 use: My skin was noticeably soft and smooth. It left an all over even tone to my skin without a heavy or greasy feel, although it is a little sticky feeling when it dries.

After 1 week:  I noticed that skin under my eyes appeared a little brighter. My skin was noticeably soft, even after washing my face. My skin tone was still even after using the product.

After 2 weeks: My skin is still feeling soft all day long and my dark circles are definitely less dark! Even with just using just a teeny bit of product each time.

After 3 weeks: The difference is visible. I am not talking about looking ten years younger. The results that I am seeing are clearer, smoother, and healthier looking skin on my face. The dark spots are not standing out as drastically and there is a nice healthy glow to my skin.

After just a few weeks of use, the  Niacinamide Moisturizer Cream is holding up to my test.





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.

Instant Face Lift with Mistiq Rapid Lifting & Tightening Spritz #protegemistiq

I am not one to go searching for the perfect cure for aging, but i swear I just found a quick fix to my fine lines. No, it is not plastic surgery. It is called Mistiq.
What is Mistiq? It is a spritz that you can easily carry in your purse to spritz on your face when ever you need an additional lift.

I started by using Mistiq first thing in the morning. I would apply it on a clean dry face, wait a few seconds for it to completely dry, then apply my usual make-up. It is super easy to apply. You do need to make sure you avoid your eyes and mouth. If you close your eyes and mouth when spraying, your should have no issues. Spray once, and you are done! Really? That is all there is to it? Yippee!

The results are not the same as true plastic surgery, but I promise people around you will ask what you are doing? The fine lines diminish and red spots fade. Your skin become more even and your pores will appear smaller. 

So the one downside, it that the effects are only listed to last 4 hours. I found that I did not feel like I needed to use it every four hours. There were a few occasions that I added a quick spritz over my make-up in the late afternoon before a meeting at my kids school or a late lunch with a friend. I thought that a little touch up would help make me feel refreshed and more put together in the late afternoon and I was right. Not only did I get compliments, but the cool mist felt great on a hot summer day.

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.

Body Merry Age Defense Eye Cream Review #BodyMerry

You may not know it now, but there will be a point when you realize that you should be taking much better care of your skin. It starts with a little dry skin here and there, soon the subtle lines start, then next thing you know you have crows feet that resemble your mother.

I know that I started with a little dry flaky skin in my T-zone. Before I knew it, I had fine lines near my eyes and around my mouth. Adding a little extra moisture and a touch of science, has proven to help reduce the look of my true age.

I recently tried Body Merry Age Defense Eye Cream. It is designed for all types of skin and managed to feel light and gentle on my skin. After a few weeks of use, I found that my crows feet were less prominent and my flaky skin in between my eye brows was gone.  The part I liked the best? The subtle glow that my skin had when I used the Body Merry. Trust me, dull lifeless skin is on its way if you don't have it yet.

Here is a bit of information from Body Merry regarding the ingredients:

"Packed with cutting edge peptides like Matrixyl-3000 and Tripeptide-5 with an ocean based Retinol and botanical Hyaluronic Acid. We know that's not enough – so we've added lots of antioxidants, organic vitamins and minerals, pure plant oils and botanical actives – Aloe, Witch Hazel, Coconut Oil, Cocoa Butter, Vitamin C, Cucumber, Beeswax, Jojoba Oil, Tamanu Oil, Green Tea, Licorice, Eyebright, Avocado Oil, Flax Seed Oil, Rose Hip Oil, Lemon, Lemongrass, Vitamin B5, Lavender and Chamomile (to name just a few!)."

With what appears to be a blend of science and nature,  Body Merry Age Defense Eye Cream is available now for under $20. You can not beat the price or the quality.



 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.

Nutra-Lift® Simply Superb Shampoo Review

Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial.

I have had the most unruly hair over the last year or so. Since I started working at a job that requires me to pull my hair back on a daily basis, I have notices remarkable damage and hair fall too. My hair was dry and I was finding it everywhere!

I started to use the Nutra-Lift® Simply Superb Shampoo every time I washed my hair. After just a few washes I noticed that my hair was softer and more manageable. I was even able to get a comb through my hair after it was washed.

Now I am not saying after just a few washes I had perfect hair, but I will say that after finishing the entire bottle of Nutra-Lift® Simply Superb shampoo, I had much healthier and more manageable hair. The dullness was gone and so were the knots that formed everyday.


Product Description:
A premium gentle, daily, sulfate free shampoo infused with luxurious pure silk for shiny and vibrant hair. A shampoo that moisturizes and conditions with Goat's Milk. Including a Natural and Organic, delicious blend of aromatic, anti-oxidant rich herbs for a healthy scalp. Especially formulated for people with sensitive skin. Pure and natural for beautiful hair. Many people with eczema, psoriasis, acne, extra dry skin, oily skin, combination skin, or sensitive skin find using goat milk personal care products very beneficial. Great for normal hair. Excellent for dry damaged hair.

Directions for use (Do I really need to write this?):
Directions: Apply a small amount of Simply Superb Shampoo into your hand and gently lather into hair & scalp. Allow to set on hair for up to 30 seconds, so nutrients, moisture & silk can penetrate into hair. Rinse. Repeat if necessary. As with any new product, skin test 24 hours before use.

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.

Ageless Derma Anti-Aging Intensive Skin Brightener

Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial.

As I age, I am always looking for ways to decrease age spots and add a little extra glow to my skin. I recently was given an opportunity to try Ageless Derma Anti-Aging Intensive Skin Brightener and was very excited for the opportunity.Once I received the product, I was ready to start testing. I popped open the classic looking black box and went to work.

The bottle itself is a nice size 1 fluid ounce bottle. I appears to look more like a jar, but it actually has a very unique airless pump on the top. You just push down on the top and a large pea sized amount it dispensed. It is easy enough to dispense with just one hand and is kind of fun to use.

The lotion has a light taupe hue to it. Don't worry though. It will not add color to you skin. It is light weight and has a light scent that has a subtle floral hint. When applied it absorbs quickly and leaves your skin feeling soft.

Some of the  Ingredients:

-NET-DG-Licorice Root: A natural anti-inflammatory agent that is extracted from the licorice root. It is natural for those with sensitive skin and takes it easy yet effectively on your skin problems. NET-DG works to inhibit the destroying effects of Hyaluronidase activity, enzymes that destroy connective tissue in your skin.

-BV-OCS: Is a form of natural vitamin C that is a powerful whitener, anti oxidant and collagen protector. It has been found to reduce synthesis of melanin, the pigment responsible for skin color, by 80% It works to protect the skin's cells from UV damage that can cause wrinkles.

-BioWhite: Is a plant complex, made up of mulberry, grape extract, saxifrage, and Scutellaria. It inhibits tyrosinase activity, the body's producer of melanin which makes up the skin's pigmentation.

-Belides: It is a skin whitening agent found in nature that will ensure a more even pigmentation of your skin. 

-Alpha Arbutin: Fights against skin aging and hyper-pigmentation.

After using the product for a little over two weeks, I did not notice any drastic fading of dark spots. I did notice a slight change in color so I know that if I continue to use the Ageless Derma Anti-Aging Intensive Skin Brightener, I will see more results.

The Ageless Derma Anti-Aging Intensive Skin Brightener did leave my skin soft. Even when I first tested a small spot on the top of my hand, I could feel the softness. Over all, I really liked the way the product made my face feel after it was applied. The longer I used the product (applying both morning and night) the softer my skin stayed throughout the day.  I love the fact that I could add a little softness and a touch of glow wiht a quick and easy one step process.

Disclosure: 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.

Immortal Sleep

Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial.

With my current work schedule I find it hard to sleep. I currently work a 12 hour night shift, which means that I sleep during daylight hours. For those of you that do not work nights, that means each time I lay down to sleep, my body tells me I should be awake like everyone else. It is a natural fight from my body, but I become exhausted and need sleep to function. When I was given a chance to try Immortal Sleep, I jumped up and down hoping to find a great solution and finally get some of my needed sleep. 

About the product:

Immortal Sleep in a natural blend of herbs that:

•  Promotes Healthy, Restful Sleep

• Creates Deep Relaxation of the Mind and Body

• Increases the Alpha Waves in the Brain Associated with Feeling Calm and Peaceful

• Promotes Your Body’s Ability to Produce GABA, Which Acts as Your Brain’s Own Tranquilizer

To be safe, I used the product when I knew that I did not need to get up for work. I did not want to take any chances with a hangover effect or just plain drowsiness. I took three capsules about 30 minutes before I would normally go to sleep and then climbed into bed.

When I woke up, I felt good. I did not feel like I had not slept. I did not feel groggy or have any indication of a hangover effect. I felt rested. I also realized that I had not tossed and turned and woke up several times through my sleep.

I love the idea of using a natural blend of herbs instead of a compound concocted in a laboratory someplace. I also love the idea of waking up well rested and not groggy. The only downside is the cost of the product, but I put a high price tag on my sleep. If I don't sleep well, I can make an error at work that will cost much more than a bottle of Immortal Sleep. So for me it is well worth it.




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.

Lancôme DreamTone #bareselfie #DreamTone

Disclosure: I received a complimentary product from SheSpeaks/Lancôme to facilitate this review.

 

For the last several years, I have been searching for the perfect product for my face. I love some of the new advances, but I dislike others. 

First, let me start with a little bit about the product. "DreamTone is the next generation in dark spot correction. This customized skin tone correcting serum is so powerful, 72% of women dare to bare their skin.* The new DreamTone is 3 barely-tinted serums formulated to visibly correct dark spots, color imperfections and give you a more even-looking skin tone. It comes in 3 serums customized for your skin tone: 1- Fair, 2 – Medium, 3 – Dark." 

Okay, enough about the product description written by the professionals. Now for the simple and to the point review of a not so gracefully aging woman. 

I will start with what you will see first. The Bottle. The bottle is very elegant in shape, size and color. The easy to hold triangular sharp is very classy looking and I loved it. The part that threw me was the lid. Here I am expecting to unscrew a lid and when I twisted, the top of the lid area popped up. Whoa! That means I will not lose my lid. Woo Hoo! 

On a more serious note, the serum is the perfect thickness and highly concentrated. Yes, I said highly concentrated. It takes very little of the Lancôme DreamTone to cover your entire face. It glides on smoothly and has a light feminine scent. In fact, the scent is very refreshing.

#bareselfie

After two weeks of using Lancôme DreamTone serum twice a day, I am starting to see some results. I am getting dark spots as I age, but so far I can see some reduction in one of my dark spots. It is definitely not both dark spots and it is not drastic, but a start is not bad for two weeks of use.

I have noticed more even skin tone all over my face. I don't have blotchy skin that I feel the need to bury under gobs of make up. In fact, tucking the Dreamtone under my regular moisturizer and make-up, I feel that I need less make-up. I am looking forward to what the rest of the bottle will bring to me!

Ageless Derma Pressed Mineral Blush

I have always been one of "those" people when it comes to my make-up. There is nothing worse that a thick heavy foundation or creases in my eye shadow. I would rather go without make-up than put something inexpensive, orange, and loaded with chemicals on my face. I guess that would make me a make-up snob to some, but others may find that I am pretty smart when it comes to quality products that are available at a reasonable price.

I was given an opportunity to try Ageless Derma Pressed Mineral Blush in Sherry, I was more than willing to try it. After all, it is 100% natural and has vitamins and green tea.

The package:
Ageless Derma Pressed Mineral Blush came to my door in a nice small black box. Inside the box was a nice hard plastic compact that contained the blush. Unlike other products that I have tried, the compact was very easy to open. There is not a brush with this blush, so you must have your own. Most of us do, so I do not feel that this is a deal breaker.

The color:

For the color, I need to explain the color in the compact and the color that actually appears on your skin. The color in the package is a darker color with hues of both pinks and browns. Honestly the colors are perfect for my skin color and the more natural appearance I aim for.

When I went to apply the product on my skin, I was very careful not to add too much to the brush for fear I might have dark streaks across my cheeks. To my surprise, this went on much lighter that it appears in the package. It went on smooth and easily and was a very subtle touch of color.

I found that the way the minerals picked up and reflected the light added a little bit of a glow to my cheeks. I have not ever looked for an added glow as a feature in my blush, but I found that I enjoyed it with my aging skin.




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.

Genie Bras Review

Disclaimer: I received items at no charge to facilitate this review. All opinions are my own and have not been influenced in any way.

For the last several years my daughter has struggled with finding a bra that fit and is comfortable. When I was offered a chance to review the Genie Bra, I was actually a little excited. I figured I would have my daughter test one and I would test the other. Boy was I wrong!

I allowed my daughter to pick the color that she wanted. So she grabbed them all. I had to chase her around to ensure that I received one to facilitate my honest review. After a few days, my daughter stopped me and said, "I hope you don't think that you will see any of these bras again." Um, what? She was so in love with the comfort and fit of the bra that I gave to her that she went and took mine too. So in all fairness, all of the opinions in this post are a combination of mine and hers and put into writing by me.

The Fit: The sizes are super easy to choose. The sizes are set to Small, medium, large, etc. Now if  you are a woman, you know that is not how we have shopped for bras....ever. Don't worry. They sizes are broke down in a way that is easy to understand. I ordered the size that I knew would work for me. When the bras arrived, I was a little scared since they appeared too small, but to my surprise, they did fit and fit well.

The Style: There are a couple of different looks to a Genie bra but the color offerings are expansive. The new fall color line has some great choices that will blend well under your fall wardrobe. The cut of the bras that I received has an appearance that is similar to some sports bras, with a pull over feature and wide straps. For my daughter, the wide straps were a plus because if they showed under a shirt, it just appeared like she was wearing a tank top under her shirt. Layering is in, right?

The Benefits: One of my biggest fears with a sports style bra is the lack of any lining. Genie has added a liner to the inside of their bras to ensure complete coverage. They have also managed to design the cut of their bra for full support without under wires that dig in under your arms or anywhere else for that matter. The color line is also a big plus. You can never go wrong with a color to match everything you own, right ladies? Finally, my favorite feature. They are washable! No need to hand wash, and lay flat to dry. That is heaven in itself.

If you need a comfortable bra or know someone that does, Genie has it. They are relatively inexpensive and in my opinion, well worth the cost.

The Tattoo Pill Review

Tattoos are no longer for just the "bad guys." More and more people are enjoying the idea of a permanent mark to signify something special to them. People young and old are getting them now, including me.

If you have ever had a tattoo, you know that they take time to heal and everyone has a different suggestion on what to put on your brand new tattoo to help it heal properly. The Tattoo pill is different from the salves, creams, or bandages that you may have been told to use in the past.

The Tattoo pill works from the inside out by providing your body 30 minerals and vitamins that your body needs to heal quickly and efficiently. The best benefit, the ingredients are all natural. So there is no need to worry about adding unnecessary chemicals to your body to get the desired result from your new tattoo. One extra bonus, the Tattoo pill is made in the USA!

I have started my tattoo pills and have been taking them for close to 2 weeks. Two capsules a day, like clockwork. In one more week, I will get my tattoo, and watch the healing begin. I am looking forward to my new artwork and quick healing!

To learn more about the benefits and how to use the Tattoo pill you can go Here, like them on Facebook, or follow them on Twitter


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.

BA STAR Review

Just recently, I went on a trip to Vegas. While there, I went to several night shows and enjoyed the nightlife. Since I could be wild and crazy, I wanted to stand out. That was hard to do in the dark lighting without going overboard or changing my make-up from a subtle day make-up to a more lively nighttime make-up.

BA STAR Stardust and BA STAR Glue

BA STAR Stardust loose mineral shadow would have been the perfect item to toss in my make-up bag for my trip. The loose powder is subtle, but has plenty of shimmer to help you stand out.
If you use it by itself, it creates a great daytime look for your eyes. I received the Bronze color and I was very impressed at the color on my skin. Neutral earth tones are great with my pale coloring and the Bronze is a great color against my blue eyes. I have been very happy with the BA STAR Stardust without even using the primer.

BA STAR Shadow without primer

If you need a bolder look or need more staying power you can use the BA STAR Glue- Shadow base as a primer under the shadow. This would be great if you have a daughter that does dance recitals or other performances that requires a little darker coloring. Using the primer provides a darker look that wears longer. Use the primer for a night out on the town, a trip to Vegas (wink wink), or a more dramatic daytime look.

BA STAR Stardust loose mineral shadow will be my next travel companion to Vegas.
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.

Advanced Mineral Make-Up Review

I received the product described below free of charge to facilitate my review. 

I had an opportunity to try Advanced Mineral make-up in a loose powder. The process of choosing the right make-up from Advanced minerals was made super easy by making only 4 colors and  naming the shades after celebrities. 

The loose powder that I received was the Angelina Jolie color. I chose to go up a shade since summer is here and my make-up needs to be a shade darker with exposure to summer sun. The Angelina Jolie color was perfect for my normally light skin shade with a light tan. It is also plenty dark enough to make it through the summer with a little darker tan too. 

I am always a little nervous about switching my foundations for fear that my face will freak out and break out.  I have been very happy with the Advanced minerals foundation. It is very lightweight on my skin and has not caused any breakouts at all. 

The foundation left a nice glow on my skin and blended perfectly. The powder is lightweight and cannot be felt at all. The best part, it takes very little powder to cover, so the loose powder will last a long time for those of us that like to wear make-up all of the time or tend to refresh our make-up through the day.

The container that the Advanced Minerals foundation came in was also nicely designed. The container has a screw on lid to prevent the loose powder from spilling out of the container. There is also an insert inside the container that allows the powder to be dispensed slowly to help control the amount that is used or exposed when in use. 

What I did notice is that when I wiped my face at all the make up wiped off. Not that there was a visible section missing from my skin, but the type where the make-up showed up on a napkin or a shirt that rubbed against my face. So to reduce the rub off,  I used a make-up setting spray.

So which celebrity are you?

Some information about the Advanced Mineral Makeup:

• Advanced Mineral Makeup is a 100% natural makeup line. Unlike other makeup brands, it contains no parabens, preservatives, or harsh. chemicals that would irritate your skin.
• Products are used on the set of Grey's Anatomy and NCIS because it's so camera-friendly.
• Natural looking makeup that just enhances the appearance of your skin.
• Can be purchased Here

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.

Dial Kids Body and Hair Wash

Ages 2+

I recently received two bottles of Dial for Kids Body and Hair Wash. The first bottle was for children aged 2 to 5. This body wash is perfect for a young child that is too old for a baby shampoo but not old enough for a full strength body wash. The tear free formula is gentle on the child's skin and eyes!

The scent of the Dial Kids (2+) is a light peach scent. I truly love the scent since it is fresh and not an overwhelming artificial scent. The body wash lathers nicely my child's skin but rinses off easily, leaving my child clean and smelling lightly of peaches.

Ages 6+

The second bottle that I received is designed for children aged 6 and over. Dial has formulated the older children's formula with a mild cleansing formula that will not dry out your child's skin and has created scents that are more fun for the an older child.

The bottle of Dial Kids (6+) that I received was the Watery Melon scent. The scent smells similar to a watermelon candy that I grew up with. It is a very fruity and somewhat strong watermelon scent. The bottle is a bright green color that immediately attracted all of the kids in my house.

Both varieties of Dial Kids Body and Hair Wash were a big hit in my house. I loved that the younger version had a light scent and was a tear free formula. There is nothing worse than a crying kid with soap in their eyes. The 6+ version was also fun. The brightly colored bottle was an instant attraction to the kids and the scent was fun and inviting.

Both Versions of Dial Kids Body and Hair Wash are:

• Hypoalergenic
• Tear Free
• Have no artificial dyes or parabens added
• pH balanced for skin

Disclosure: I was provided the products described above at no charge to facilitate my review. As always,all of the opinions expressed are my own and have not been influenced in any way.