Monday, January 12, 2015

Infinite Joy Review


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Infinite 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.

My Review


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I love drinking tea. This tea has a decent flavor, heavy on the black licorice scent / flavor though. Even though there is no caffeine in this tea it gives me a boost in energy after drinking. It is also great for reducing my appetite and cravings. It had helped me reduce my intake and lose weight! I would recommend this product to anyone who wants to lose weight but isn't comfortable with taking pill form supplements. This tea is all natural and so it is seen as a safe alternative to weight loss pills. Plus, the tea is a good source of vitamins B1, B2, C, E, niacin and K.

The tea doesn't have much color when brewed other than a brownish green color as seen in many teas. The package is resealable and the tea inside comes prepackaged in teabags. The suggested use is to drink two cups per day and it curbs your appetite and cravings.

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.

Texting Gloves for Smartphone & Touchscreen Review


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  • Texting gloves - Type smart in the cold! No more numb fingers in the name of wintertime texting.
  • Smart touch gloves - Luxurious, soft feel, premium material and brushed interior.
  • Smartphone and tablet gloves - Everyone in the family gets cold outside, but who can let their phone go? Buy a couple pairs now! You've got 'em covered.
  • Winter touch screen gloves - Latest "Touch-nology" all wrapped up on your fingertips for smart, fun, warm smartphone and tablet use outdoors.
  • 100% Winter-Smart "Wear-antee"! - If you don't LOVE these touchscreen gloves for any reason let iGotTech know and receive a full refund. Your satisfaction is priority #1!

My Review

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I have bought touchscreen gloves in the past and they worked fine but the stitching was loose and they didn't do much for keeping my hands warm. When comparing these iGotTech touch screen gloves to the others it isn't really fair. These gloves have tight knitting and they keep you hands warm too! The gloves are just as soft as normal gloves that are similar and they really work on touch screens! I have used these gloves on my Nexus 5 phone and my Nexus 10 tablet inside and outside. They have kept my hands warm and texting! There are a few things that I dislike about this product even though they work so well though.

The gloves can be used on a touch screen with the middle and pointer fingers and the thumb. You can tell because the tips of those fingers are grey. This is my first complaint. I have seen many pairs of touch screen gloves that look the same but I have also seen gloves that work on touch screens that are one solid color. I would prefer that.

The gloves also have a large tag on the wrist. It doesn't get in the way or even bother my hand / wrist but I just don't particularly like it there. It is easy enough to remove but it is unnecessary there in the first place, in my opinion.

My last complaint about this glove is that it only comes in one size. I don't have big hands and these gloves are made for people with long fingers and big hands. I find myself needing to slide the fingers down when I put them on so that I can use them. I would LOVE if these came in different sizes or even kids sizes!

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.

Friday, January 9, 2015

Eco Tools Sleek + Shine Finisher Hair Brush

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I recently received this brush in my #FrostyVoxBox from Influenster. The first time I tried to use this brush was on my cry, curly hair which is a total no. The brush didn't do much except make my hair a frizzy mess at that point. I then realized that this brush was meant to drying your hair (hence the holes to the back which allow air flow.) Unfortunately, I don't own a hair dryer and so I couldn't use it this way. I did however use this brush while straightening my hair which I don't do often an let me tell you, my hair has never felt so silky smooth, soft, and de-tangled. With curly hair, I have learned to love it as is and I don't do much styling. This brush would be great for someone with mostly straight hair who uses a blow dryer often.

You can pick up one of these brushes for $10.99 on the EcoTools website HERE or on Amazon for $9.97 HERE.

I received these products complimentary from Influenster for testing purposes. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and my opinions are 100% my own. Join me on Influenster to get products to review yourself!

Crave Naturals - Eyebrow and Eyelash Brush Comb Kit - Defined Brows & Lashes - 4 tools in 2 pieces


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  • 4 tools in two pieces
    • This set hardly takes up any real estate in your makeup bag yet you'll have four professional tools on hand to take your eyebrows and lashes to the next level!
  • Frame your face like a pro
    • Strut your stuff sporting impeccably groomed eyebrows. These tools are sure to make your brows look natural yet exotic, without that unruly brow look.
  • De-clump and seperate
    • There's no excuse for sticky clumps of lashes. The eyelash comb is the tool of choice for creating a defined professional lash look. Say goodbye to spider-like lashes.
  • Make your eyes look bigger with killer lashes
    • They are the window to your soul, after all. Full, defined brows and long luscious lashes can enlarge your eyes and make you look stunning!
  • Lifetime guarantee makes trying the Brow Kit risk free. Crave honors their no hassle lifetime guarantee so if you are not satisfied, contact them and they will give you a full refund or a replacement.
This brow and lash kit includes:
  • Lash Perfection Comb
  • Dual Ended Masterpiece

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The Dual Ended Masterpiece is an angled brow brush and a brush . The angled brow brush is used to create shape and fill in your brows to give you a more defined looking brow. Simply brush your brows upwards and use the angled brush to apply powder or gel to your brows. Once applied, use the brush to even out and blend color for a more natural look.

The Lash Perfection Comb is an eyelash comb and brow brush. The eyelash comb used to remove excess mascara to avoid the spider like lashes which result in clump free, beautiful, separated eye lashes. This is a must-have tool for me. I always have a problem with my mascara clumping and it looks horrible! To use this tool, simply apply your mascara. While lashes are still wet, starts at the lash line and comb upwards to remove clumps and separate lashes. If need, apply another coat of mascara and repeat with the comb. This will leave you with perfectly separated eye lashes. Simply turn over the eyelash comb and you have a brow brush. Use the brow brush to shape and style your eyebrows, creating a volumized, bushy brows.

These tools are always in my makeup bag. I could not accomplish my look without them. While my brows are generally bold and full on their own, even I need a touch up now and then! These tools help me have clump free lashes and evenly combed brows. Everything would be out of order with this kit! Not to mention that this case that they came in can easily be put into my makeup bag for easy access and less mess!

I received this product for a reduced price in exchange for my honest review. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and my opinions are 100% my own.

Sweet'N Low® Seasonal Recipes and Swag Crowdtap Sample and Share

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With cooler weather upon us and the holiday season in full-swing, it’s time to sweeten things up with your favorite zero calorie sweetener. The ‘skinny’ versions of the popular holiday favorites use Sweet’N Low® instead of sugar to sweeten without the caloric guilt... and it is oh-so-yummy! I whipped up some new, Sweet'N Low® inspired recipes and invited over some girlfriends to enjoy every sip over some quality girl time. I received these samples from Crowdtap and Sweet'N Low® for free in exchange for my honest review. The package I received included: 
  • 18 Two pack samplers of Sweet'N Low®
  • 1 Sweet'N Low® tote bag
  • 1 Sampling insert
  • 4 Sweet'N Low® recipe cards

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I was really excited to try the En-Lightened Vanilla Chair Latte (pictured) and wanted to share the recipe with all of you!


Ingredients

  • 4 cups boiling water
  • 4 regular tea bags
  • 12 packets Sweet'N Low® zero calorie sweetener (4 tsp)
  • 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/2 tsp ground cardamon
  • 1 pinch freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla
  • 2 cups skim milk, heated

Directions

  1. Pour boiling water over teabags in a 1 1/2 quart nonmetal, heatproof pitcher.
  2. Steep 3 minutes.
  3. Remove and squeeze out tea bags
  4. Stir in 
    Sweet'N Low®, pumpkin pie spice, cardamon, pepper, vanilla, and skin milk
  5. Pour into individual cups
  6. Sprinkle individual servings lightly with pumpkin pie spice.
Makes about 6 servings

Tip: Top each serving with some whipped cream from an aerosol can.

ip: If desired, top each serving with a little whipped cream topping from an aerosol can.

Nutrition with whip cream added:
Calories: 60
Fat: 2.5g
Sodium: 60mg
Carbohydrates: 8g
Dietary Fiber: 0g
Sugars:7g
Protein:3g - See more at: http://www.sweetnlow.com/recipes/beverages/en-lightened-vanilla-chai#sthash.x8oWDLEs.dpuf

  • 4 cups boiling water
  • 4 regular tea bags
  • 12 packets Sweet’N Low® zero calorie sweetener (4 teaspoons)
  • 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • Pinch of freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
  • 2 cups skim milk, heated
  • - See more at: http://www.sweetnlow.com/recipes/beverages/en-lightened-vanilla-chai#sthash.x8oWDLEs.dpuf
    Ingredients
    • 4 cups boiling water
    • 4 regular tea bags
    • 12 packets Sweet’N Low® zero calorie sweetener (4 teaspoons)
    • 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
    • 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
    • Pinch of freshly ground black pepper
    • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
    • 2 cups skim milk, heated

    Pour boiling water over tea bags in 1 1/2-quart nonmetal heatproof pitcher. Steep 3 minutes. Remove and squeeze tea bags. Stir in Sweet’N Low®, pumpkin pie spice, cardamom, pepper, vanilla and skim milk. Sprinkle individual servings lightly with additional pumpkin pie spice. 6 servings (about 8 ounces each).

    Tip: If desired, top each serving with a little whipped cream topping from an aerosol can.
    - See more at: http://www.sweetnlow.com/recipes/beverages/en-lightened-vanilla-chai#sthash.x8oWDLEs.dpuf
    Ingredients
    • 4 cups boiling water
    • 4 regular tea bags
    • 12 packets Sweet’N Low® zero calorie sweetener (4 teaspoons)
    • 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
    • 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
    • Pinch of freshly ground black pepper
    • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
    • 2 cups skim milk, heated

    Pour boiling water over tea bags in 1 1/2-quart nonmetal heatproof pitcher. Steep 3 minutes. Remove and squeeze tea bags. Stir in Sweet’N Low®, pumpkin pie spice, cardamom, pepper, vanilla and skim milk. Sprinkle individual servings lightly with additional pumpkin pie spice. 6 servings (about 8 ounces each).

    Tip: If desired, top each serving with a little whipped cream topping from an aerosol can.
    - See more at: http://www.sweetnlow.com/recipes/beverages/en-lightened-vanilla-chai#sthash.x8oWDLEs.dpuf
    Ingredients
    • 4 cups boiling water
    • 4 regular tea bags
    • 12 packets Sweet’N Low® zero calorie sweetener (4 teaspoons)
    • 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
    • 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
    • Pinch of freshly ground black pepper
    • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
    • 2 cups skim milk, heated
    - See more at: http://www.sweetnlow.com/recipes/beverages/en-lightened-vanilla-chai#sthash.x8oWDLEs.dpuf
    Ingredients
    • 4 cups boiling water
    • 4 regular tea bags
    • 12 packets Sweet’N Low® zero calorie sweetener (4 teaspoons)
    • 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
    • 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
    • Pinch of freshly ground black pepper
    • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
    • 2 cups skim milk, heated

    Pour boiling water over tea bags in 1 1/2-quart nonmetal heatproof pitcher. Steep 3 minutes. Remove and squeeze tea bags. Stir in Sweet’N Low®, pumpkin pie spice, cardamom, pepper, vanilla and skim milk. Sprinkle individual servings lightly with additional pumpkin pie spice. 6 servings (about 8 ounces each).

    Tip: If desired, top each serving with a little whipped cream topping from an aerosol can.
    - See more at: http://www.sweetnlow.com/recipes/beverages/en-lightened-vanilla-chai#sthash.x8oWDLEs.dpuf
    Check out more recipes from Sweet'N Low® HERE. Drinks, main dishes, desserts, anything imaginable!

    I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free from Crowdtap.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

    Thursday, January 8, 2015

    Barilla Collezione BzzKit

    Wow! I finally received my first BzzAgent Campaign! I cannot wait to share with you guys all about Barilla Collezione pasta!

    I have decided to welcome the world (or maybe just my followers :)) into my kitchen. But first I'll let you know what I received in my BzzKit and a bit of the back story on the type of pasta included therein.

    Included in my BzzKit:
    • 1 box of Barilla Collezione pasta
    • 1 jar pink peppercorns
    • 1 Barilla pepper grinder

    History of the pasta I received:
              Casarecce (kah-sa-REH-che)
              Region: Sicily
              Shape: short, wide strip of pasta loosely rolled like a scroll
              Pairings: pesto, eggplant, ricotta and basil
              Recipe: Casarecce Siciliane with Pesto alla Trapanese

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    Barilla Collezione is absolutely fantastic, and SO hearty! It tastes amazing and has that thick pasta feel of gnocchi without being quite as thick. Plus it only has 200 calories per serving (which is about  1/6 of the box) allowing me to stay on track for my weight loss goals and still eat delicious pasta.

    The ingredients in this pasta are extremely simple too:
    • Wheat
    • Wheat flour
    • Niacin
    • Iron
    Barilla pasta is also made in the USA which is something important to me for most of the products I use. I think because of the authenticity of this new pasta line I would rather see that it was made in Italy though. But, I'm not complaining it's still delicious!


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    The peppercorns add a delicious flavor to any pasta. I used the Casarecce noodles and added grilled chicken, and Alfredo sauce. I love pepper but my boyfriend isn't such a fan, I left he pepper light in the dish then added all the pink peppercorn I wanted at the table! I was hoping to have more left over but once Kyle starts eating something he likes it's hard to get him to stop.

    This pasta was really easy to cook and even though it is a bit different than other pastas the process is the same. Boil water. Add pasta. Of course there's the extra work of grilling and dicing the chicken and making the Alfredo sauce -- or just opening the can, that can be tough too.

    One of the best parts of BzzAgent campaigns is that you also receive coupons for the product you're trying to pass on to your friends and family. These coupons for the Barilla pasta are for $1.00 off a package of Barilla Collezione pasta, how awesome! I sent one coupon to a friend in a care package so she can try it too all the way in Florida.

    I have enjoyed this BzzKit so much and cannot wait to continue to share my opinion on products like these! I loved everything about this hearty pasta and don't think it would be possible to go wrong with any sauce, veggie, or meat combination. Delicious!


    I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using BzzAgent.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

    Amara Organics Hyaluronic Acid Serum Review


    Amara Organics Hyaluronic Acid Serum - Amazon
    Hyaluronic Acid holds up to 1,000 times its weight in water. It draws moisture out of the environment and forms a protective, hydrating barrier on the skin. This intense moisturizer not only leaves skin looking radiant, but it also plumps and fills in fine lines and wrinkles.

    Within moments of using this powerful Hyaluronic Acid Serum, you can expect your skin to feel silky, soft, and smooth. Combined with Vitamins C & E, this anti-aging formula has long-lasting effects that will make your skin glow.


    There's no need to use expensive fillers and injections when you can get amazing results with this topical formula. This Hyaluronic Acid Serum provides a safe and effective alternative for filling and smoothing out fine lines and wrinkles.

    Say goodbye to dry, flaky skin. This intense hydration formula locks in moisture, giving skin a soft, dewy glow. Infused with powerful antioxidants Vitamins C & E to protect skin from free radicals and reverse the signs of aging.

    This natural and organic Hyaluronic Acid is botanically derived from the seeds of the Indian plant Cassia angustifolia. They use only the best, plant-based ingredients available, with no parabens, no alcohol, and no animal testing. Made in the USA.

    100% Pure Vegan Hyaluronic Acid provides these incredible results:
    • Plumps and hydrates skin, reducing fine lines and wrinkles
    • Locks in moisture, giving skin a dewy, supple glow
    • Boosts collagen production, restoring skin's natural elasticity
    • Softens and smooths for a more even skin tone
    • Leaves skin looking radiant and youthful

    My Review


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    I really enjoyed using this product. I have somewhat dry skin but only in a few places on my face. This serum has helped immensely! My dries spots which usually flake and look unattractive are not smooth, soft, and flake free!

    This serum is very easy to use, just follow these directions for use:
    1.  Wash and pat skin dry. 
    2. If using toner, apply toner first. 
    3. Apply a small amount of serum with fingertips to entire face, neck and decolletage. 
    4. Allow to dry. 
    5. Follow with a moisturizer. 
    6. Can be used daily, morning or night. 
    7. If layering serums, apply the serum with the thinnest consistency first.

    This product comes out of the pump relatively thick and a little really goes a long way! It is a clear gel like consistency with a slight citrus scent. Amara Organics stands behind their products and does not test on animals. I recommend this serum to anyone who wants their face to be softer and hydrated.

    This serum is also very reasonably priced! Pick up a bottle for yourself on Amazon for $17.95 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.