perfectly (un)done TRESemme waves!

 I received the #DiscoverNewFavorites VoxBox from @Influenster. The box contained one bottle of TRESemme Perfectly (Un)Done Shampoo and one bottle of TRESemme Perfectly (Un)Done Conditioner. I have naturally wavy/curly hair but they are by no means tight. I was excite to try this product none the less.

My Review

To be honest, I really wasn't impressed. The scent of these products is nearly unbearable.  When I first opened the bottle in the shower, I didn't think about it. As soon as I lathered the shampoo in my hair I began to regret it. It smells like nail polish remover and then some chemicals. I hoped that the scent would be better in the conditioner but it wasn't. The worst part is that the scent lingers. The shower isn't the end of the smell! 

I put products in my hair to hold the curls and they usually make my hair smell great. Even when your hair is dry, the scent is there! It was horrible all day long, and I shower before bed.

Not only is there a bad scent, this product also made my hair drier, frizzier, and poofy. I haven't had these problems with my hair in years. There's no way I will be going back to this! Next!
 
If you want to try it yourself, head over to your local Walgreens on Saturday, April 11th and participate in the April Beauty Must-Have event! Walgreens Beauty Advisors will be on site to provide shoppers with recommendations, discuss product benefits, and hand out high-value savings coupons (attendees can receive up to $2 off their purchase!). This event also marks the last day of the week-long Walgreens #DiscoverNewFavorites promotion, so shoppers will still be eligible to receive a code for a FREE, limited-edition vanity box with their purchase of select #DiscoverNewFavorites products!

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Softy Individually Wrapped Hand Sanitizing Wipes

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I love the Softy Individually Wrapped Hand Sanitizing Wipes! I love Softy's traditional sanitizing wipes in the large tub, so I was thrilled to be able to review this new product for Softy too!

The box comes with one hundred, individually wrapped wipes inside. They are well packaged, easy to open, and the same amazing product I reviewed in tub form but now individually wrapped! I love how nicely they are placed inside of the box. They aren't just thrown into the box, they're organized. One hundred of these individually wrapped wipes should last me a long time! Though, when my brother's kids come over they could go fast ... Worth is though!

Just like the large tub of wipes, these are large. Though I think the individually wrapped wipes stay moist longer. After a while, their tub can let air in and the wipes seem dryer. The individually wrapped ones lock in the moisture with the packaging though! The wipe itself is very moist.

These fabulously clean and fresh smelling sanitizing wipes can no go anywhere with you! These wipes can ensure you are sanitized and clean at all times! I have about ten in my desk at work, five in the center console of  my car (they're sealed so they shouldn't dry out easily), five in my backpack, and a huge box for the messes at home! These individually wrapped wipes are portable and offer a quick fix when you can't wash your hands.

Head over to Amazon to grab these Individually Wrapped Hand Sanitizing Wipes. 100 ct Extra Large & Thick Antibacterial Sanitizer Wipes. Alcohol-Free. Use on Hands + Surface.

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Zester - Sharp Stainless Steel Blade Review

This Zester / Grater is ideal for cheese, citrus fruits, chocolate, cinnamon and other spices, and much more! Create citrus zest in seconds! Effortlessly grate even the hardest cheese! The sharp stainless steel blade is awesome!

You can add amazing flavor to your meals in seconds!

Effortlessly turn your meals into masterpieces with the Best Premium Zester Grater! Picture yourself whipping up delicious, flavor-packed meals that please the whole family - and no hassle with messy cleanup. Use your Zester to:

• Grate Parmesan cheese over soups and salads
• Add chocolate garnish to a chocolate-drizzled angel food cake
• Mince hot peppers to make a spicy guacamole for game day
• Grate lemons, limes, and oranges to add zest to pesto sauce, dressing, pound cake, and more
• Create an enticing marinade for seafood, chicken, and meat

And the best part is, the Best Premium Zester Grater is safe, easy-to-use, and a breeze to clean up!

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• Super thick handle for a safe, comfortable grip - it just "feels right"!
• Extra long, 8 inch stainless steel blade means your zest is the perfect length every time!
• Toss it into the dishwasher when you're done for easy clean up!
• Durable, built-to-last design is backed by a 100% Satisfaction Guarantee 

My Review

The rubber handle gives you a very sure grip and is substantial in the hand. The blade is very sharp and is easily able to go through citrus peels with little effort. The design also makes it easy to set on top of the bowl you're zesting into. The zester is very easy to clean and fits nicely in the dishwasher. The plastic blade cover that comes with it is very handy for storage as well.

Head over to Amazon to grab this Zester - Best Premium Zester Grater - Sharp Stainless Steel Blade- Black Handle.

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ReflectX Shower Mirror On A Rope

Mirror On A Rope ReflectX is a portable acrylic mirror designed for fog free shower shaving. Just hold the mirror under the warm stream of water from your shower for a few seconds to keep the mirror from fogging. The 550 para-cord resists mildewing. The mirror itself is nearly unbreakable and the durability and beauty of the mirror is enhanced by the addition of the printed back. Mounting the mirror on the wall typically means that the bathroom light is behind you. Just face the area that you need to see and shave towards the light in your bathroom and hold the mirror in your hand to see the area and to eliminate shadows. ReflectX is made in the U.S.A. with cutting edge materials and technologies. Some components are imported. U.S. Patent Pending. 

The mirror itself is kind of small, fits in my hand. But it's really convenient to hold then so that's great!

My boyfriend usually shaves out of the shower but with this mirror he's loving shaving in the shower, it saves him time in the morning. The mirror does not fog if you follow the directions to warm the mirror before use. If you forget the warming step, it will fog but it's easy to correct. Just warm it under the water.

The mirror is on a rope (as described) so I have ours hanging from the shower head in the shower. The rope is high strength para-cord so I have no fear of it breaking.

I expected the mirror to develop film or spots from our hard water but cleaning it was easy! It didn't scratch at all.

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HemisFares™ Dry Pasta Review

HemisFares^™ Dry Pasta Facts

All of the HemisFares^™ dry pastas are made by local, artisanal producers in Italy using traditional Gragnano style methods — the highest quality production process for pasta. The machines they use cannot produce more than a few hundred pounds of pasta an hour (compared to tons of pasta at industrial companies). The pasta is then dried for 12–14 hours (compared to 4–6 hours) at a lower temperature to preserve the authentic flavor and natural nutritional value of the wheat used. Each of the imported dry pastas from the NEW HemisFares^™ line are as follows:

• Fusilli Bucati Lunghi - 16 oz. for $3.99 - From Campania, Italy, this long pasta was first made by twisting a pasta thread around a fuse or a spindle.
• Orecchiette - 12 oz. for $2.99 - The distinctive rounded shape of this imported pasta was inspired by the roofs of ancient Apulian houses, called trulli. It comes from the Puglia region and its name is translated as “little ear.”
• Rigatoni - 12 oz. for $2.99 - Hailing from the Lazio region of Italy, this tubular pasta comes from the Italian word “rigati,” which means ridged.
• Tagliatelle - 9 oz. for $3.99 - From the Marché region, this egg-based pasta was originally crafted by generations of local women from Campofilone (and is produced there to this day!). It’s made from durum wheat and over 35% eggs, then worked by hand without the addition of any water.
• Anelli Giganti - 12 oz. for $2.99 - This authentic pasta shape originated in Southern Italy; it’s produced with the highest quality ingredients before being bronze cut, leaving it with rough, porous edges to better catch and hold sauces.
• Chifferini - 12 oz. for $2.99 - Originally from the southern island of Sicily, this half-moon-shaped, ridged pasta has a very long drying process — resulting in a strong color and a rich, hearty flavor.

My Review

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In my BzzKit that I received from BzzAgent contained a package of Fusilli Bucati Lunghi from the HemisFares™ Dry Pasta line from Kroger. I had never heard of this type of pasta before receiving this package but I'm happy I got to try it!

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At first, before I received the package, I was skeptical. It's just dry pasta to be honest, I wasn't ready to be this surprised. First off, I loved the packaging, it looks like something very expensive and like something you would see in a fancy gift basket. Luckily, the price for this pasta is NOT expensive. Check out those prices above! Not to mention, I also received coupons to share with friends, $1.50 off a package.


The pasta itself was quite unique too; look at these long curly noodles! The noodles are folded in the middle as if they came right off a drying rack.And the flavor was like fresh, homemade noodles too!

The noodles are hollow too which wasn't expected so be careful with hot (temperature) sauces. I burned my mouth trying to slurp the noodles up because some of the sauce I made came up through the noodle.

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I have made pasta at home with my father before and it's delicious but VERY time consuming. It's a weekend project that could be skipped in my opinion. This pasta tasted just as good as homemade without all the labor necessary. This pasta is great for a weekday meal without the work of making the pasta at home.

This specific pasta was difficult to remove from the bag without using the whole package as it doesn't easily reseal. We wound up using the whole package and leaving more than half as leftovers. I loved everything about this pasta line other than that the package doesn't reseal.

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.  

Joyal Beauty Super Brightening Vitamin C Serum Review

Applying vitamin C serum to the skin can be 20 times more effective than taking it orally for anti-wrinkles and diminish age spots on your skin. This Vitamin C serum is natural and 72% organic. It is safe for all skin types and conditions including dry or irritated skin, wrinkles, fine lines, dull complexion, acne, and eczema.

Directions for Use

1. After cleaning and toning, hold the bottle close to your palm and press 1-3 pumps to your palm of hands.
2. Apply to your face and neck with your fingers. You can apply it once in morning or twice daily (morning and night). You can apply this product around your eyes but avoid direct contact with your eyes.
3. When applying the serum, you may pat dry or slightly massage your face using circular motion with fingers for 1-3 minutes. The act of massaging will stimulate blood circulation and new cell generation and also the nutrition ingredients present in the serum will be able to penetrate deeper inside the skin.
4. Follow the Vitamin C Serum with your regular moisturizer. The Vitamin C Serum is NOT a moisturizer.

My Review

This product is easy to use and all you have to do is massage a very small amount into your face once or twice a day. The pump bottle makes it simple though I do find the pump may not be the best since the serum is so watery. I have mad a mess or two with the pump. The Vitamin C serum is not at all greasy and it absorbs into your skin quickly. It is important that you use a moisturizer on your face and neck after using this Vitamin C serum though as it is not a moisturizer. I'm very sensitive to scent and the smell of this Vitamin C serum isn't the most pleasant. I have used other Vitamin C serums that smelled fresh and fruity but this one has a more chemical scent. It took a bit of getting use to. It really isn't a horrible scent but it certainly isn't my favorite. The scent, luckily does not transfer to how it affects my skin. I've had no issues with it.

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Premium Cocktail Shaker Set Review

Do you want to offer your guests something other than milk, beer, or water? Want to really impress your friends with your drink making skills? All you need are these tools from Mixologist World! You really need three things: a shaker, a jigger, and a cocktail recipe book. If there is one tool that is absolutely essential for making cocktails, that’s the Cocktail Shaker. Whether you’re shaking up a Martini or an Aviation, a cocktail shaker is certain to be the most used piece of your bar equipment. This cocktail shaker consists of a mixing tin, a lid with a built-in strainer and a second small lid that goes over the strainer. No further tools are required to make the drink, and the shaker is easy to assemble and to use.

This shaker set is made of  high quality stainless steel and seals quite well. That means no leaks or spills when shaking! The double sided jigger allows you to measure one or one half ounces of liquid which makes following the recipes in the FREE recipe book easy!

The shaker also has a built in strainer which allows you to mix up drinks with fruit chunks  or ice in them without adding them to the glass. All the flavor, non of the chunks! This is awesome when you want a cold drink without the ice, like a martini, or the fruit flavor without the pieces.

This stainless steel shaker does have a polished finish so it does show finger prints and should be washed and wiped clean before putting it out for display.

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