Monday, May 28, 2012

The Best thing EVER!! and a Giveaway :D

I am finally doing my next giveaway. It took me forever, but it is Finally here! This is a giveaway on my youtube channel. This is kind of a review as well. 
First I want to scream out to the world 
WHY HAVEN"T YOU TRIED THE SESHE VITE FAST DRY TOP COAT?! 
I have heard about it. I heard " I use as my top coat" No one has ever said YOU MUST buy this. I have seen this in the store for a long time, but didn't want to pay $8.99 it costs. I finally broke down and bought it. I am so glad I did. What am I saying the clouds parted and the sun came shining down. It dries so quick and leaves a fantastic shine and prevents chipping, so far true and I have done so many things and my nails are still perfect.
The second thing I really wanted everyone to know about is the:
Amorepacific  Treatment Cleansing Foam
I have tried so many cleansers. I cannot even think about how many and I think I do not need to look any further except it is so pricey. It gives you that squeeky clean feeling without a residue feeling. It even removes my eye makeup!! No more racoon eyes. Yes that good.  
To enter the giveaway:
  1. Must be a subscriber to my Youtube channel. a1nettie
  2. Must comment on the video where you are from (in the comment sections of the video)
That's it!!
I just wanted to thank my youtube subscribers. If you have not subscribed, please do if you want to enter the giveaway. 

On to the prize: your shadow and bronzer will be unopened






Thank you for checking out my blog and entering my giveaway!
Click on the link to the video HERE or the youtube button on the video to watch on youtube so you can leave a comment.

Saturday, May 26, 2012

MyGlam May 2012

This is my May MyGlam Bag
Theme is Love is in the Air
The bag is so cute. I think I will give it to someone that will enjoy it cause I have so many bags I really don't know what to do with them all.







  • 2 brushes. These are the last 2 in the collection  of eye brushes. I wonder if face brushes will be next. The larger one is a concealer brush and the smaller is a liner brush
Very soft. I have not found a use for it just yet because currently I and using an old angle brush as my liner brush. I know I will use the thin liner brush when I plan on using my gel liner, but I am not currently using gel liner in the pot. I like the look of a brown shadow on my lower lash line and use a liquid felt pen for my top liner. 
This was a great idea especially for those who may not have had any brushes or a collection of different eye brushes. This was a great start for their makeup bag. 


  • Miss Beauty Nail Bling. Style is silver "bling" and hearts. Initially I though how cute I would love to try this out. I really was looking forward to wearing them, but after looking at them I wonder how easy it will or will not be to apply correctly. It your nails are too short it may cut off the heart design. I will have to test this out and update this blog at a later date. 
to apply just peel and stick. They are stickers and not nail polish strips. No need to use polish remover just peel them off. 

  • Studio Gear lipstick in Burnished rose
$22.00  The package was very attractive in the matte case. It was not a rose color. It was a a little too orange for my taste. If you look at the picture you can see the lipstick was not set into the tube correctly either. It is angled towards the corner of the tube making it awkward to apply. This was weird. I also thought that the color selection did not have anything to do with the season. I almost think they were left overs. Although I like the fact they sent makeup I just wish is was the spring time colors. 




  • Perfume sample Love sweet love
I really liked this scent. It was strong, but fresh fruity and floral but nothing over powering the other. It is a perfect mix.
Thank you so much for taking the time to check out my blog. If you would like to join Myglam click HERE it is only $10 per month and you can cancel at anytime. Enjoy!

May BirchBox Gossip Girl

This month was suppose to be a big month. BirchBox has been doing something different and teaming up with different companies. The 1st was Teen Vogue. That was AMAZING! This month was everything to do with the TV show Gossip Girl.

Included:
Theme: Black Tie Ball



 




  • Perfume sample: Arquiste Strong and fresh, but smells more like a men's fragrance 


  • Stila waterproof sparkle eyeliner the color I received was Starry
Full size is 1.7 oz. $22.00
When I swatched the liner on my arm it did not come off for anything. It has a slight sparkle which is barely visible when used. I thought I was going to have a really difficult time removing it, but if you remove it with warm water it just rolls right off. It is almost like the mascara that comes off in little tubes. Very similar and easy to remove.  






  • Miracle skin transformer Body in GLOW with SPF 20
Full size 3.38 oz $34.00
This is a great thing! It makes my pale legs have a bit of color and look healthy and glowing since I have yet to get any sun this year. Smells just like sunscreen. I could also use it on my shoulders when wearing a strapless dress to hide the "farmer tan" from my tank tops. This is one of those Why Didn't I Think of That products. So smart and good for you too with the SPF.





  • Ojon volume advance Shampoo
Full size 8.5 fl oz. $22.00
This smells like I just got my hair done in a salon. This was good for about 3 1/2 uses. I did like it, but I would never pay $22 for a bottle of regular sized shampoo. That seems a bit extreme to me. It was nice, but not out of this world. Thanks for the sample and chance to use.  I have very long weighed down hair and I didn't notice a huge lift in my hair.

  • Extra a note card with XOXO on one side. I am going to send my Honey a little message with it! I think he will appreciate it. Afterall it does have the Hugs and Kisses on the back. Sending a special little hand written message is way better than a text any day. Think about it Wouldn't you like to get a little note for no reason? OF COURSE YOU WOULD!! 
I you would like to join BirchBox click HERE! It is only $10 per month and you can earn point that you can use later to purchase from the Birchbox store. I already have 600 points that's $60. Just waiting for that item to call out to me :D

That's what I have for you!! Thanks for stopping by
Annette





Sunday, May 20, 2012

Felippo Berio Olive Oil

Filippo Berio(R) Olive Oil
I received this from BzzAgent to give my review. This is a fantasitic BzzCampaign from:
BzzAgent and Filippo Berio Extra Virgin Olive Oil.
Included in the kit was:
  • Official BzzGuide
  • $1 Coupons with fantastic recipies and the Substitution chart
  • Rubber jar opener/non slip pad
  • 8.4 fl oz of Filippo Berio Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • Kick Butter Substition guide magnet

The coupons and recipes are so yummy looking.
Check out Filippo Berio Extra Virgin Page HERE for more information about substituting Filippo Berio Olive Oil in place of Butter. You can also read more about the different flavors of Olive Oil, recipies and more!
You can use it to make salad dressing, a dipping sauce, to marinade meats and of course substitute for other fats and more.











The appetizer: Grilled zucchini and mushrooms coated with Filippo Berio Extra Virgin Olive Oil with fresh garlic, salt, pepper and parmesan cheese



The entree:
Shrimp and sausage sauteed with shallots, garlic, Filippo Berio Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Anchovie, parmesan cheese, red pepper flakes and fresh parsley from my garden. 



The result!!!

 




My family loved the meal. All three of my kids ate the main course without complaints. My pasta was not a sticky clump on the plate. I like that it was not too strong tasting and overpowering. Just the right amount of Olive Oil flavor.
Thank you BzzAgent for the opportunity to test out and cook with the Filippo Berio Extra Virgin Olive Oil.
To join BzzAgent Click HERE. It's free! Answer surveys to see if yu qualify and if you do, all you have to do is share your review and thoughts on products that you recieve with you family, friends and social network of friends and followers.

Thanks!!
Annette

Saturday, May 19, 2012

Review Neutrogena Cosmetics from BzzAgent



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These products were sent to me courtesy of BzzAgent.com and Neutrogena Cosmetics to review and give my honest opinion.
  1. 3 shades of Revitalizing Lip Balm (Sunny berry, Healthy Blush and Petal Glow)
  2. Nourishing Eyeliner (Cosmic Black)
  3. Healthy Skin Brightening Eye Perfector (medium 15)
Revitalizing Lip Balm 

  1. 1st I first tried out was in Sunny Berry. It is a dark berry color.  Good name! 
  2. 2nd was the Petal Glow a very pretty neutral color with shimmer. Just the perfect amount of color in my opinion.
  3. 3rd Health Blush will be given to my sister in law to test out and get her opinion on it. 

They all have SPF20 which is great especially summer is coming and we do not need burnt lips from going to the beach. 



  • Packaging: When you look at it you just want to grab it instantly. It is very attractive and sleek. The black casing and oval shape is very appealing. You just want to SHOW IT OFF. I also like the was the twisting mechanism works. The product goes up and back down into the tube very easily without getting stuck. LOVE this! 
  • Color: Sunny Berry
  • Scent: Yummy and fruity
  • Look of product: Appears very pigmented. The Sunny Berry has a great color payoff and the Petal Glow has a very light shimmer with a hint of pink. Very fresh looking and appears like that just bitten look. 
  • Practical or unpractical: The shape of the balm is not very practical. It is too wide and you have to pay attention with application to get it on the edge of you mouth. Since it is too big pieces of it come off sometimes due to applying your lips are in the center of the balm and the longer sides are left as extra. See video below if you need a visual.
  • Feel: Very soft and smooth. Like silk. Great! 
  • Lasting power: even after eating and drinking my lips are still soft and feel like the balm is still there so I have to say great lasting power! Frequent reapplication not needed.
  • Claim: Instantly moisturizes lips
  • Result: feel very soft and smooth upon application and for hours after
  • Available shades: 6 
  • Cost:  $8.99 for a 0.15oz tube


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Nourishing eyeliner


  • Packaging: durable and easy to use. The liner comes in a twist up device. There is a smudger and sharpener on the opposite end of the liner, when you pull off the smudger  the sharpener is revealed. Since it is a twist up liner you really do not need the sharpener unless you want a very fine line. when you try to remove the cap to the smudger the entire piece tends to come off very easily. 
  • Scent: n/a
  • Look of product: Color I received was Cosmic Black
  • Practical or unpractical: Very easy to use and practical easy to twist the liner put and back into the container. The smudger is great but be advised you need to smudge quickly since this liner does stay put. 
  • Feel: Very soft and smooth. Great! 
  • Lasting power: It definitely lasts the whole day. Once you apply it you can be sure it will be there in the same spot you applied it when you get home at the end of the day. 
  • Claim: Glides on smooth and lasts all day.
  • Result: soft and smooth upon application and does last all day
  • Available shades:  4 
  • Cost:  $7.99 for 0.01 oz



Last


Healthy Skin Brightening Eye Perfector 
  • Packaging: Attractive and sturdy. It is a silver container with a peekaboo area so you can see the color of the product thru the container which is great. 
  • Scent: n/a
  • Look of product: Color I received was Medium 15 it looked a bit dark for a highlighter. That was my fault. It was hard to choose by online photos. 
  • Practical or unpractical: Very easy to use and practical easy to twist the product up to the brush with the twist bottom. You do need to pay attention when twisting the product out cause it can come out too fast and have some spillage. It can come out on one side of the brush and you may not notice it if you are not paying attention. I do like the way the product is dispensed. I also like that it has SPF 20. 
  • Feel: Smooth and silky
  • Lasting power: It lasted the whole day under my foundation. 
  • Claim: Instantly brightens, conceals and evens tone. Reduce under eye puffiness
  • Result: Smooth, blends well and does not crease.
  • Available shades: 4 (fair, Buff, light and medium) 
  • Cost:  $13.99


















My favorite item was the Nourishing Lip Balms. They are so soft and smooth. It is like silk on your lips. This is definitely the product that makes me the most happy. I have been using it everyday since I opened my BzzAgent Box. I always have it in my pocket at work or in my purse when I am out. 
Join BzzAgent HERE to get in on testing out Products for free too. All you need is an opinion and give your honest review when you are done. So simple to do!! Good Luck. Check out the links to Neutrogena below
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Check out my video review below
Thank you for the opportunity to review great products
Thanks! 
Annette