Slow Down with Rituals

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The Rituals brand has many lines of products each of which offers a unique luxury lifestyle-focused benefit for your body and home using ancient traditions. As the leading bath and body brand in Europe, they encourage their customers to ‘slow down’ and experience each moment with the mind, body, & soul. With an expansive product line including body care, scented candles, fragrance sticks, natural skin care, precious mineral makeup, and Soulwear. This brand truly transforms your everyday routines into more meaningful moments.

The History of Rituals
In 2000, RITUALS opened its first store on Amsterdam’s Kalverstraat, followed by openings in such vibrant cities as London, Madrid, Antwerp, Paris, Lisbon, Berlin, Stockholm and New York. The luxury brand has more than 600 stores, more than 2,000 shop-in-shops and four city spas in 27 countries worldwide- expanding its US footprint with a total of 18 stores spanning New York, New Jersey, and California by the end of 2018.

The Power of Rituals 
Rituals are everywhere: at any given moment, of every single day, waiting to be discovered, eager to share the beauty within them. They are the seemingly meaningless moments we all tend to overlook. The Rituals brand's products unveil these moments and remind it's customers to experience them with joy. Whether it’s taking a nice long bath or creating a homey atmosphere with the rich scent of Asian incense, Rituals allows you to find happiness in the smallest moments.

You can learn more about the Rituals brand HERE

The Ritual of Ayurveda - The Ancient Art of Living Wisely
I had the opportunity to sample some fantastic Rituals products AND share them with some friends and coworkers too! One coworker had such positive things to say about the sample I shared with her. She said "OMG!  I love, love, love the oil. Where can I buy it?!" and she shared too! "I even had my Son’s girlfriend try it and she loved it too.  And both of us loved the scent of the Sachet.  Even my Son (who is very sensitive to certain smells) liked it.  Thank you for sharing!!!" One thing I heard a lot was that the scent was attractive and that it wasn't harsh or irritating -- must be those ancient traditions!

The Ritual of Ayurveda Dry Oil (Vata, Pitta or Kapha)

• 100% natural unique dry oil that nourishes the skin 
• The unique formula of the dry oil is quickly absorbed, gives a silky soft sensation to the skin and leaves a delightful aroma 

If you're looking for a fragrant, moisturizing skin treatment, look no further! The color of the product made me think that it would have a rose scent but the scent is more on the natural/nature/sandalwood side. I LOVE how well this product moisturizes and the scent it leaves on my skin, it lasts long enough for me, without being overpowering. Dry elbows - be gone!


The Ritual of Ayurveda luxury travel size Foaming Shower Gel 

• Unique shower foam technology based on Indian Rose and Sweet Almond Oil 
• Squeeze a small amount of gel into your hand – contact with water instantly transforms the gel to foam

This shower gel is also an earthy sandalwood scented wash that moisturizes as it cleanses! What more could you want?! I am a huge fan of the scent and how clean and relaxed I feel after using this foaming body wash. It is easy to use, a small amount in your hand, add water then WAM! foaming clean! The scent lasts on your skin for most of the day, without being overpowering.into a rich, relaxing foam. The in-shower calming effect is nice too, feel those ancient traditions surround you in the warm steam.

Gnome Workshop® Bluetooth Foldable Selfie Stick

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I never wanted to be one of those people who took a lot of selfies and even less one of those people who used a selfie stick. Begrudgingly I have begun using this Gnome Workshop® Bluetooth Foldable Selfie Stick. Now both of us can fit in the pictures on vacations with the background in the shot without needing to ask strangers for help.

This particular selfie stick has a wireless Bluetooth design which easily pairs with your phone. The Bluetooth allows you to use the shutter button on the handle to take photos which means there is no remote to worry about loosing. The selfie stick is made of stainless steel with a universal expandable silicone holder which gives it a firm grip. The head of the selfie stick can rotate 270 degrees to get the best angle. The extendable pole opens to 31.4 inches and the head can extend another three and a half inches. The selfie stick also collapses fairly small to make it fit in any bag and here is a nice handle attached to make sure it doesn't fall off your wrist! Not to mention that this selfie stick comes with a one-year warranty, no hassles.

The selfie stick needs to be charged to use the Bluetooth so make sure to charge it before you go out. It uses the same micro USB charger as Android phones. The construction of this product is a bit on the low end with the telescoping arm not sliding well but not so horrible that I wouldn't recommend it at all. Especially if you are a light traveler, this would work great for you. I would not , however recommend sending this down a mountain or really rugged testing it.

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

NOVICA Hand Crocheted Wristband Bracelet with Agate and Labradorite Stones

This bracelet is beautiful! It is a crocheted bracelet with agate and labradorite stone beads and it looks handmade, which it is! The wristband is a bit chunkier than I normally wear but it is very lightweight. The bracelet is soft and comfortable to wear on your arm. The band is also adjustable so it fits almost any sized wrist though it is a bit big for my wrist. 

The stone beads on this wristband are pretty and colorful. They're not too big to make it easy to get caught on anything. I received this product at a discount in exchange for my unbiased review of it.

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

Premium Salt and Pepper Grinder Set - Review

Boasting stunning contemporary design, this stainless steel salt and pepper grinder set features lead-free glass globe bases which is certain to add style to any kitchen! So far, I am impressed with this product and I will most likely be purchasing an extra set for some of my spices. Fresh ground herbs and spices taste so much better, these grinders are very versatile.

These salt and pepper grinders don't leave salt or pepper dust on the kitchen counter as they feature an upright design. The ceramic grinder is adjustable and easily produces a wide variety of coarse or fine grind which I love. Use the high-quality non-corrosive hardened ceramic core to adjust the grain from fine to coarse! Customization is a must in this day and age! Control the fineness or coarseness for each serving. The grinders fit well in your hand and I have found that they require very little force to grind which I am so happy about.

If you like Himalayan pink salt and haven't had luck with other grinders, look no further. This set allows you to grind Himalayan pink salt into powder. My last set of salt and pepper grinders had a hard time grinding Himalayan pink salt but this set works great! How refreshing!

Mess-free refills are made possible by a one and a half inch wide opening. Refilling this salt and pepper grinder set could not be easier! Simply unscrew the glass base, fill the base with salt, peppercorn or spices and screw the base back onto the cap. I like the glass base which looks beautiful and highly practical as you can easily see how much peppercorn or salt is remaining in the grinders.

Cleaning is made simple by this salt and pepper grinder set, wash the set between refills, simply unscrew the glass base and wash both parts with warm water and mild soap. The glass even makes these dishwasher safe, not that you will want to go a whole wash cycle without them!

You know this product is trust worthy too, with a limited lifetime warranty, this company prides themselves on the best-quality products for their customers and as a result offer this warranty for your peace of mind. A bonus eBook "Great Food from the Grill" is included with every purchase. Simply follow the instructions on the product packaging to register for the lifetime warranty and claim your bonus eBook.

It is important to note that these grinders do not come with the salt or pepper, they will arrive empty. You can purchase this set today on Amazon with free delivery for Amazon Prime members here.

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

Yummy Chomp Snack Sticks - Paleo Snacks

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I have had the amazing opportunity to try these Chomp Snack Sticks. These snack sticks are really good for almost any use case you can think of! What are these all about anyway?! Chomps are a new healthy snack which were recently released and have been gaining popularity since. Chomps are Gluten Free, Paleo and Crossfit friendly.  Chomps use 100% Grass-Fed Beef and they are cured naturally too.  Chomps are free of synthetic nitrates, nitrites and MSG. Chomps are shelf stable for a whole year and the only natural preservative used is celery juice!  Best of all, they taste amazing!

• If you're new to the Paleo diet and are always looking for the right nutritional content, stop looking! Chomps can satisfy your all natural, grass fed beef, and gluten free needs. As the healthy alternative for snacking, Chomps snack sticks fits with your new Paleo lifestyle.

• Looking for a quick and easy healthy snack before your next workout? Try Chomps to maintain your energy levels throughout your workout session. Maximize your workouts with Chomps low-carb and high protein snacks to help increase muscle cells and shrink fat cells. Stay energized throughout your active day. Switch to Chomps and fuel up naturally with 9g of lean protein!

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• Worried about what your kids are snacking on? Chomps are made with all natural ingredients, full of protein, and kids love them! Chomps are gluten free and ideal healthy snacks for kids.

I am always looking to lose weight and working out, these snack sticks are a great power boost for me before I go to the gym or in the morning before I leave for work. The size of the snack sticks allow them to fit in many of my bags and they're filling enough to keep me going all morning or afternoon.

Have you ever thought about cooking with a product like this? Why not?! Check out the great recipes here: http://blog.paleohacks.com/10-exquisite-ways-to-eat-beef-jerky/. Chomps are versatile as all get out. Did I mention the three yummy flavors available? My favorite is the Hoppin' Jalapeno, yummy flavor with a bite! There is also an original flavor and a Crankin' Cran.

You can pick some of these yummy snack stick up at http://www.gochomps.com/ and I highly recommend doing so!

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

Valentia True Glow Eye Serum Review

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If you have been a long term reader of this blog, you may remember my review of Valentia Skin Care's NEW Even Glow Serum - 20% Vitamin C - Natural & Organic. Well this awesome rand has a new product and it is no less awesome! Enter stage right, Valentia True Glow Eye Serum!

This eye cream is rich and thick. The bottle comes with a pump top that makes it easy to dispense the product in small doses. Great since you only need a little anyway!

Even with how thick this cream is, it absorbs very well, and quickly too! My eyes look instantly less puffy when I use this cream in the morning and it makes me look more alert when I get into the office. Plus, the orange scent of this product is a great scent to wake up to!

The orange-ish yellow color of the cream is slightly off-putting in color as it reminds me of puss, ick. I would not recommend that the company change the formula at all though, especially if that meant giving up the high standard of 98% natural ingredients. Seriously though, when you read the ingredient list you'll know exactly what most of them are. This product is not chemicals and fillers.

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.

Tweez'em Stainless Steel Tweezers for Ingrown Hairs

These tweezers are great. I have some difficult hairs that always are always difficult and I have never found tweezers that work this well! I have had zero difficulty removing those tough to get hairs or the short hairs in my eyebrows. The sharp tip of these tweezers are perfectly sharp and once you pluck a hair, they're great at holding on, pulling out all those unwanted hairs. They also work as a helpful tool such as picking out splinters. I received this product for free in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are 100% honest and my own.

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.