Tuesday, February 28, 2012

sign up for a bunch of freebies here

Free sample of Defy biotopical age cream 



Free Sampe of  Fekkai Glossing or Technician color Collection (hint when asks for # place a "1" in front of any 12 digit #)

Free sample of Ultimate OXY elite pro (like their page and get free sample after entering)


Friday, February 24, 2012



Free for the taking

Free sample of new Simple face moisturizer from CVS. the #1 skin care line in the UK

Sample from Costco of U by Kotex. Do not have to be a member to receive.


Free sample of Marley Coffee


Free body lotion from the makers of Burts Bees


Thursday, February 23, 2012

Smiley360 & Knorr

This is not beauty related, but this is something everyone should get involved in. What is it? It is Smiley360.com. You can experience new products and tell the world about it. Join, earn and this is a great gift to you and all you have to do is share your thoughts. The smiley360 site is easy to navigate and that makes it easy for you to share your thoughts with the world. You can share face to face, via social media, email or anyway that you can. 




I have accepted two missions so far. The first one is NEW Knorr® Homestyle Stock. I will tell you about the other one in the near future!! 
"Kick up the flavor in your kitchen with NEW Knorr® Homestyle Stock and discover a great tasting concentrated stock, made with carefully selected ingredients and simmered to perfection."
I recieved the 4 pack of the chicken stock flavor, but I went and purchased the beef stock too. It was so yummy and convintient to use. I have a limited space in my pantry so this is way better that those large quart sized stocks. Not only that, but you get 4 in a pack. One small tub on=f stock is comparable to one quart of stock. Can you picture 4 quarts of stock vs 4 small tubs of the Knorr stock? Definitely a space saver in my book!!!
I ofter like to cook down my stock to make a sauce or just to concentrate the flavor of the stock and in this little tube no need to wast time by cooking down the stock. All you have to do is add liquid to the consistency and flavor you want. That means quicker meals for my family and less cooking for mommy!!!!! That to me is a WIN WIN!







My  Chili creation!! Yum yum! I made lots extra so we could take the extra for lunch to school and work the next day!






I recieved a 4 pack of the chicken concentrated stock. In my Smiley360 mission. I made Chicken with mushrooms, onions and tomatoes. Yum yum look at the sauce! Served over Jasmine rice. My stomsch is growling right now just thinking about it.












I definitely recommend you sign up and try out the SMILEY360 program and get you hands on some free products to try out and give your honest opinions about the products you receive. Click HERE to check them out. 

Tuesday, February 21, 2012

Beauty Box 5



Beauty Box 5 is a new beauty subscription service. This month is their 1st box. I am happy to be a part of it and am excited to see what is to come. This is very similar to others like BirchBox and My Glam Bag where they offer you 4-5 samples and maybe a full size one too. They do not say deluxe size samples though. This box is $12/month which is a bit more than others.
It will contain makeup, skin care, hair care, fragrances and a few other surprises! You can learn about your samples directly on BB5's site, There will be How-to’s, beauty tips and tricks.
You can also review your samples there too and can purchase full size products from their site.
"The Bonus: 
Sharing is caring! Share BB5 with five of your friends and start earning free subscriptions! 5 Friends = 1 Free Month" So if you would like to join or sign up I would so Love if you join by clicking on this link HERE!!!! I could get you to join under me and I could earn a free box.



So let's get down to the 1st BB5 Box.
It has a very cute little bag that matches the Box. I thought it was a cute touch

 Included in the box were:
Smith's Rose Bud Salve 
* Full size 0.8oz  $7.00
* Full size given $7.00
This is new to me. I have never heard of this before, but I heard my dad talking about Salves all the time. I just figured he mean some medicine to apply to any wounds/injuries Rosebud Salve has been in use for over a century per  BB5 website. It helps relieves chapped and dry skin, diaper rash, blemishes, and irritations. Can be used as a moisturizer and lip gloss which I did. The smell is strange, but the consistency is AWESOME! A little goes a long way too. A little dap will do ya. Says to try on your dry elbows and knees too.






 PRITI NYC Soy Nail Polish Remover wipe                                              *Full size 10 pads $10.00                                                                      *Sample given 1 pad $1.00 
These are convenient to carry in your purse, pocket, car or anywhere. They are 100% biodegradable, non-toxic and non-carcinogenic. Derived from farm crops and lemongrass oil. This is fantastic for you organic nature lovers. I haven't used it, but will very soon. Be sure to check back for the update here on this  post. 


Comodynes Self Tanning wipe                                                         *Full size 8 wipes for $17.00                                                            *Sample Given  1 wipe approx $2.12
I have never use tanning wipes before. I am always leery of the STREAK effect. I am so white so I think it will be VERY noticeable if I mess it up. Again will post later the results




 WELEDA Hydrating Night and Day Cream 
*Full size Day Cream 1.0 fl oz $20.00
*Sample size 0.17 fl oz approx $3.33




*Full Size Night Cream 1.0 fl oz $21.00
*Sample size 0.17 fl oz approx $3.50




Approximate Value of the 1st BB% box is $16.95
Considering the cost we paid, this is a fair switch. I am very curious to know what is to come. I am definitely intrigued and let's see how this box compares to others. I want to know how BB5 will stand out to the others. Will this be more skin care, beauty, makeup, hair or other random things?


If you are interested in learning more about other Beauty Subscriptions across the world check out the link here for Beauty Subscriptions across the world. 

Sunday, February 19, 2012

My Glam February 2012

We got really great hints this month. Although I myself didn't guess them well the Glammmies sure did!!! Looking at the fb MyGlam page the Glammies were right on point and I think they guessed really well. They are a bunch of investigators and are a very diligent group of ladies! So below were the hints!! 

AND Here is what we received:



A gift card for $100 off of a styling tool or hair extensions is what was given to us glammies. $160 for the dryer in photo above & $189.00 for the mini straightener. The 3 sum comes with the vintage straightener, curling wand and a mini straightener for $229.00. I do not think I will be purchasing any of the products because for me this is way to much to spend on a styling device...... My Conair straightener from Walgreens does just fine at a whopping $20 on sale. The cheapest thing for you to get is a mini I believe and it is about *$15 out of pocket. 



Roll on eye shimmer 16 shades available. Roll on your eyes, body or face. The color I received was Nude. This reminds me of the Everyday minerals eyeshadow rollers. The experience I have with the roller is that it is very messy. This roller ball is not as messy though. Now when I applied this shimmer to my hand and arm the shimmer really was unbelievable! I had never seen so much shimmer come from one product! This was completely AMAZING!!! The color is very much my shade too! Once again The My Glam team chose the perfect color choice for me again! I do like the shimmer shadows, so I think I can work this into my routine here and there. The picture does not show the quality and amount of shimmer. It is like looking at Edward from Twillight in the sun, how he sparkles in the light. That is the oerfect explination for how it looks in person. My February My Glam Bag video shows the shimmer very will though.


*Full size given $4.50


Next on the list is the Shine control from X Out. It is an oil-free moisturizer with a mattifying complex to help instantly absorb oil. It says it is an ideal primer for your makeup. This sounds FANTASTIC!! I heard about the X Out face wash from the Holiday Vox Box, there was nothing bad said about it. On the contrary there were many good reports about it. I am always up for new face primers! I cannot wait to try it out!
You can also get a one time delivery, but you have to purchase the wash and shine control for *$19.95 or you can sign up for an auto ship monthly service of *$19.95/month or *$39.90/60days. 


Next!!!
The Freeman Face mask in either Pinapple Facial Enzyme mask (Exfoliate) or the Gogi berry facial hydration mask (moisturize). Either of these are great. I received the Facial Hydration Mask with Goji Berry                   *Full size 6 fl oz $10                                            *Sample size given 0.5 fl oz approx $0.83





Finally Cinderella Mask from Dead Sea Premier. Says watch before your eyes for your skin to become firmer and fine lines instantly tighten. It also had a very small eye cream sample too. There was also a discount code for 50% off using code: MYGLAM 
*Full size 2.04 fl oz $149.95
*Sample size really small LOL  $?.??

EXTRA!
Yummy Ghiradelli Chocolates. The milk chocolate was gone right after this photo. A little mouse ate it. 



Thank you to the My Glam Team for another wonderful bag!