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The Bellesoma Method

As an aging female, I think the thing that bothers me most is...sagging breasts.  We all want to remain youthful looking and one clear sign of aging is the dreaded sagging boobs. Thankfully, there is a remedy for that, a breast lift  using the Bellesoma Method.

The Bellesoma Method is a surgical procedure based on engineering and mathematical principles to lift or reduce the breast.  It is unlike traditional methods that primarily use skin tightening to create lift.  This technique reshapes and re-positions the breast higher on the chest wall resulting in a youthful and full appearance without many of the disadvantages found with the traditional techniques.


I am happy that plastic surgery has evolved to give women better choices when it comes to these matters.  We all feel great when we look great, so when we have perky and youthful looking boobs, we feel better about ourselves.  Our self esteem is improved.

I am curious to know how many of my readers have had a breast life using the Bellesoma Method.  Feel free to leave a comment or use the contact me tab.  

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How To Choose The Best Wig

This is a sponsored post. All opinions are mine

How many times have you wished you could instantly change your hair style?  I know I have been having quite a few bad hair days and I have just had to let it go.  That is, until a friend told me the secret to her beautiful hair is WIGS!  Who knew?    

I know that way back in the day,my Mom wore a wig for special occassions.  She would have it styled and put on one of the heads.  I remember trying it on and thinking I was so glamorous.  But, it was hot, it looked fake and it was down right uncomfortable.    Fast forward to 2017 and I thought wigs were for  people that had hair loss from chemotherapy.  I was wrong, wrong,wrong!

The latest beauty secret is a wig from Divatress. I was astounded at all the styles available. I am in love with so many of the wigs from Divatress.


Possessing a beautiful and natural look has never been so easy as finding your favorite lace frontal wig style at Divatress. One reason to wear lace wigs is that they can cover your hairline in a natural way, so you can always be confident that you're looking your best. Divatress is the premiere online wig shop for lace front wigs and lace wigs for Divas around the world. There are so many different choices to make! 
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How To Protect Your Skin This Fall and Winter



Fall is here and winter is around the corner, which means its time to protect your skin to the fullest. With the elements ready to wreck havoc on your skin there's a product ready to help keep your skin looking beautiful and healthy!
Dr.Roger's RESTORE is a plant-based, vegan, hypoallergenic, doctor-created balm that is perfect for chapped lips, dry skin, heels, elbows, etc. NO parabens, icky petroleum, or lanolin.
Doctor Rogers RESTORE Healing Balm soothes, protects and promotes healing of dry, damaged skin, lips and nails.
•MADE WITH 100% PLANT-BASED INGREDIENTS* •FREE OF PETROLEUM, PARABENS, FRAGRANCE, •PRESERVATIVES AND COMMON ALLERGENS •SAFE FOR SENSITIVE, INJURED SKIN •EXTENSIVELY TESTED AND FDA-CLASSIFIED AS AN OVER-THE-COUNTER DRUG FOR SKIN PROTECTION
Dermatologist, Dr. Heather D. Rogers, developed RESTORE to provide a safe and effective post-procedure healing ointment for almost any skin ailment. RESTORE is made with only the purest ingredients proven to promote the skin’s healing process. This ensures a safe and rapid recovery without the risk of irritation, allergic reaction or the absorption of unnecessary chemicals.
RESTORE Healing Balm has also been adopted by make-up artists and stylists as their go-to Skin FixTM. RESTORE conditions lips, sets brows and provides
Extra for moms: RESTORE is very popular for diaper cream, since there are no yucky ingredients you might be nervous to apply to sensitive skin. Als perfect to keep in your purse to apply to bumps and scrapes.
Dr. Rogers a mother of 2 is a dermatologist in Seattle, Washington and Moh's Micrographic Surgeon (skin cancer removal and reconstruction).Having treated tens of thousands of patients with skin in every state of injury, from cuts, burns, rashes, eczema, surgeries, scars, post-lasering and so much more. She's seen what works to heal the skin and what doesn't.Frustrated by the healing process being hindered by unnecessary and unwanted ingredients, she was compelled to make something that would not only help skin, help her patients and help the environment by using proven, effective, safe, sustainably-grown, plant-based ingredients in her healing balm.
Dr.Rogers wants you to check out her amazing Restore and fall in love with it like so many people have. You can purchase Dr.Rogers RESTORE Healing Balm at her online store or on Amazon.
One Lucky Winner will have the chance to win a $200 Amazon Gift Card so they can check out this amazing product as well as grab some other goodies for themselves!
To enter head below for your chance to win. Giveaway is open to US & CAN and ends on 10/31 at 11:59pm EST.Must be 18+ to enter. By Entering this Giveaway, You are giving Permission to join Doctor Rogers Restore Email List. Good luck!
Disclosure: All opinions are 100% mine. This giveaway is in no way associated with, sponsored, administered, or endorsed by Facebook, Twitter, Google, Pinterest or any other social media network.All opinions and experiences are Conservamom‘s. Open to US & CAN residents only , must be 18+. Confirmed Winner(s) will be contacted through email and have 48 hours to respond before a new winner will be drawn. No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited by law. The sponsor will be responsible for product fulfillment to winner(s) of the giveaway. The disclosure is done in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission 10 CFR, Part 255 Guides Concerning the use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising. For questions or to see your product featured in an Event you can contact Elia At Conservamom
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How to become a teen entrepreneur

Have you heard about Jammy Girl?  She is a 13-year-old entrepreneur who makes Bath & Beauty products. She has  been making these products since she was 11-years-old.  She chose "Jammy Girl" as her business name because she likes making soap in her studio while in my PJ's.   She does special orders including wedding, anniversary and baby shower favors, as well as other special events.

I was astounded when I ran across the young entrepreneur! Being a young teen in this world is hard enough and but this young girl has conquered the world with her bath bombs, sugar scrubs, and lip balms.

Jammy Girl Has generously offered a giveaway for my readers.  The Gift Set consists of a bath bomb, sugar scrub and lip balm $23  RV.

Please take a moment to follow her on her social media outlets and check out her website.  Her story will bring you to tears.
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Jammy Girl will ship the gift set to the winner. Winner has 48 hours to respond to email or forfeit prize.  I received no compensation or product for this post.  I saw a young, female entrepreneur and I wanted to let you know about her products and her story!
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Thanks to The Kids Did It and The Mommy Island for hosting this giveaway hop.  Make sure to visit all the sites below and enter to win.howloweenhop.jpg

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Win Four Amazing Gift sets

Welcome to our Giveaway! The Four Sets you will can be found here which will tell you all about them. One winner will receive: Casa Toscana Argan Oil 6 piece hand cream collection Tuscan Hills 6 Piece Hand Cream Set Collection La Bella Provincia 6 piece hand cream collection La Bella Provincia Therapeutic Body Care Collection All you have to do is enter on the Rafflecopter below for your chance to win.

Giveaway Information:

Open to US Only, 18 years or older 10.2-10.16 11:59pm est
    a Rafflecopter giveaway Disclosure: We reserve the right to make revisions, to cancel, or suspend this contest for any reason. We are not associated with any of the companies named above. The odds of winning are based on the number of entries received Open to the US 18+ only. Confirmed Winner(s) (by Random.org) will be contacted by email. Winner(s) have 24 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen. No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited by law. The sponsor(s) will be responsible for product shipment to winner(s) of this giveaway. SHE Informed (and any other blog participating) is not responsible for product shipment/delivery. This event is in no way administered, sponsored, or endorsed by, or associated with, Facebook and/or Twitter, Google, Pinterest. This disclosure is done in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission 10 CFR, Part 255 Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements. Entrants must only enter with either one email address, IP address and/or Facebook account, anyone found violating these rules will be disqualified. It is at the sole discretion of the admin of the giveaway if the winner has met the rules or not.
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My Beauty Spot Blending Makeup Sponge Set


One WINNER will win a My Beauty Spot Blending Makeup Sponge Set
Sponsor by: My Beauty
Hosted by: Night Helper
Open to: USA only 18yrs. +
Start date: 09/26~10/06 12am
The winner will be notified via email and will have 48 hours to reply
a Rafflecopter giveaway Disclosure: We reserve the right to make revisions, to cancel, or suspend this contest for any reason. We are not associated with any of the companies named above. The odds of winning are based on the number of entries received Open to the US 18+ only. Confirmed Winner(s) (by Random.org) will be contacted by email. Winner(s) have 24 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen. No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited by law. The sponsor(s) will be responsible for product shipment to winner(s) of this giveaway. Night Helper Blog (and any other blog participating) is not responsible for product shipment/delivery. This event is in no way administered, sponsored, or endorsed by, or associated with, Facebook and/or Twitter, Google, Pinterest. This disclosure is done in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission 10 CFR, Part 255 Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements. Entrants must only enter with either one email address, IP address and/or Facebook account, anyone found violating these rules will be disqualified. It is at the sole discretion of the admin of the giveaway if the winner has met the rules or not.
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How to Get Perfect Picture-Ready Hair


RG Cosmetics’ line of innovative haircare products protect, restore and beautify hair
Enhance your hair’s natural beauty  with RG Cosmetics, an innovative line of haircare products that uses the most up-to-date scientific advances to create unique treatments that help protect, restore and beautify hair. RG Cosmetics works closely with chemists to develop high-quality products that effectively target the core issues that keep hair from looking its best. It helps create hair that’s not just perfect, but perfectly you.
 
Check out RG Cosmetics’ amazing haircare line and some of their favorite products:

  • Sleek Now Straightening Shampoo: Get straight, lustrous, frizz-free hair in just 20 minutes! This innovative salon treatment is similar to a Brazilian Blowout, however, it does not contain the same harmful ingredients, costs less, and takes much less time, making it a better option for your locks with the same great result.
  • Collagen Collection: Packed with Argan oil and silk amino acids, the Collagen Collection is a unique smoothing line that creates soft and silky hair and moisturizes without creating greasy build-up. Smooth, treat and protect your hair by adding these gems to your beauty routine: the Collagen Shampoo, Collagen Mask, and leave-in Collagen Hair Mist.
 
  • Keratin X-press: Keep your blowout style looking fresh with this incredible pre-blowout spray, designed to set the stage for superior styling. Made with Keratin and Argan oil, the Keratin X-press spray will provide frizz-control, protect against dullness and harm from frequent heat styling, and leave hair noticeably stronger and smoother.
To find a salon near you that features RG Cosmetics products and treatments, go to: http://www.rgcosmetics.com.
 
ABOUT RG COSMETICS
RG Cosmetics began in 2009 with a distinct goal: to develop a hair care line that would bring together years of industry knowledge with cutting-edge hair science. Roberta Gomes is the founder and CEO of RG Cosmetics. Her passion and expertise has defined the RG Cosmetics brand philosophy of excellence, innovation, and dedication to quality. Prior to founding her company, Gomes was a professional hair stylist in her native country of Brazil. She has worked for some of the industry's top brands, including L’Oreal, Wella, and Alfaparf.  Now distributed worldwide, the RG Cosmetics product collection makes beautiful, healthy hair a reality for all hair types.
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Feeling Fresh: Important Skincare Products For The Fall and Winter



Our skin has different needs throughout the year, and when we enter into a new season it’s a good time for a bit of a change up. Now the weather is cooling down, and central heating starts coming back on again, skin tends to become drier. And without the right care it can become sore, or even cause premature aging. If you’re looking to refresh your skincare routine in time for fall and winter, here are a few of the products to consider.


Gentle Exfoliator
Dry skin can lead to flaking and general dullness. A good exfoliator will slough off any dead cells, leaving a much fresher and more healthy looking complexion behind. You could use a facial scrub or a facial brush to do this. Either way, keep it as gentle as possible as harsh scrubbing will leave your face sore, and will actually make dryness worse.


SPF
It’s important to use SPF all throughout the year, even in the fall and winter. This is because the sun's UV rays aren’t just damaging in the summer. An SPF will protect your skin and prevent premature aging. If this is a step you’re likely to forget over the colder months, then choose a foundation, BB cream or moisturizer which has an SPF included. That way you kill two birds with one stone.


Lip Balm
The lips are the one area that are likely to show dryness first. In cold weather they can become cracked, chapped and bleed- which not only doesn’t look great but is also really painful too! A good quality lip balm will help to protect and hydrate them. Using a lip scrub or gently brushing the surface of the lips with an old toothbrush will help to remove any dryness. It will make your lip balm more efficient, and lipstick will sit better too! Stock up and make sure you always have one on you! In your handbag, in your desk at work, on your bedside table. That way you’re not caught short, and can keep your lips protected over the colder months.


Facial Oil
Oils that are specially designed for the face are massively hydrating and nourishing. However unlike regular oils, don’t clog the pores or leave the skin feeling greasy or sticky. Instead they absorb quickly and provide an amazing moisture boost to the skin. Using a facial oil each evening before bed can prevent the skin from drying out and keep it at it’s best. If you can’t find slightly more specialist products like this on the high street, you could try a beauty supply store or a department store.


Rich Moisturizer
A light moisturizer is all you really need for the daytime, this will sit nicely under makeup without making it slide off! But in the evening, an intensely rich product is a good choice. You apply this after your facial oil has sunk in, and it delivers another hydrating boost to the skin as well as everything else your skin needs. If you’re worried about the signs of aging, a good anti-aging moisturizer will also contain ingredients to help smooth fine lines.


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Eye Cream

Finally an eye cream should be used all year round, but it’s especially important not to forget over the fall and winter. The delicate under eye area is prone to dryness and damage, and so a good eye cream will help to protect against this.

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Dove Advanced Care

Welcome to Dove Giveaway, you can read more about my review here

  ONE WINNER Gets a Dove Advanced Care, a chic backpack, planner and notebook.(Value $35 Sponsored by: Dove Hosted by: Night Helper Open to: USA only 18yrs. + Start date: 09/16- 09/23/2016 The winner will be notified via email and will have 48 hours to reply. a Rafflecopter giveaway Disclosure: We reserve the right to make revisions, to cancel, or suspend this contest for any reason. We are not associated with any of the companies named above. The odds of winning are based on the number of entries received Open to the US 18+ only. Confirmed Winner(s) (by Random.org) will be contacted by email. Winner(s) have 24 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen. No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited by law. The sponsor(s) will be responsible for product shipment to winner(s) of this giveaway. Night Helper Blog (and any other blog participating) is not responsible for product shipment/delivery. This event is in no way administered, sponsored, or endorsed by, or associated with, Facebook and/or Twitter, Google, Pinterest. This disclosure is done in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission 10 CFR, Part 255 Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements. Entrants must only enter with either one email address, IP address and/or Facebook account, anyone found violating these rules will be disqualified. It is at the sole discretion of the admin of the giveaway if the winner has met the rules or not.
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How to save money on beauty services

This is a sponsored post. All opinions are mine




Let's face it!  When it comes to health, beauty, and wellness services, it can become quite expensive.  I love having a massage and  getting my nails done and I also like to save money.  With Groupon, you can do just that. Save TONS of money by using Health, Beauty and Wellness Groupons.

You can go to your favorite salon at a huge discount.  Want to be pampered at a spa? Never pay full price for these types of services.  You can keep your beauty routine and not break the bank! 

Right now, in my area, I can save more than 70% on microdermabrasion!  For $49 I can have this done,  That is unheard of in this day and time,  The regular price is $115 That is why I love Groupon!  I can get all these services for such a huge discount. 



No matter where you live, Groupon has a deal for you,  When you sign up, it asks you for your location.  All you have to do is search for what beauty service you want and you can find an awesome deal!  The process is really simple and you can save so much money on your preferred services. 

What Health, Beauty and Wellness Groupons have you used? 


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How to Treat Teen Acne

Let's face it, we have all had acne as a teen.  It has to be one of the most awful experiences a teen can endure, having that giant pimple and having to go to school.  OXY has the products and 28 Day Challenge APP to treat teen acne!   Yes, I said APP.  Teens love apps,  What better way to treat acne and check your progress?   Using these OXY products and the app, I urge you to take the OXY 28 Day Challenge






OXY®  recently launched the 28 Day Challenge and is the first over-the-counter brand acne product to offer a free iOS and Android smartphone app to help teens clear their skin through a tailored regimen.  The OXY 28 Day Challenge is the perfect way to take action and get a step ahead of acne to help teens looks and feel there best as they get ready to head back to school this summer. The app features:

·         Personalized, dermatologist approved acne skin care regimen
·         Daily tips to help maximize treatment results
·         Daily alerts to ensure that treatment stays on track
·         Ability to take before, during and after pictures to show progress

OXY® has been a trusted skin care brand for over 40 years and the OXY® 28 Day Challenge takes an open and honest approach to helping teens clear acne-prone skin. While many skin care brands unrealistically promise fast and easy results, OXY® knows that truly effective acne treatment is an ongoing, regimented process that takes time. In fact, dermatologists agree that it can typically take up to 4 weeks using acne treatments to effectively clear skin. The 28 Day Challenge promises clearer skin guaranteed or your money back.

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Exuviance Review

Now that I'm spending more time outdoors during the day, I needed a new daytime moisturizer. Even though I wear a sunscreen, I just don't like the idea of wearing my retinol moisturizer during the day. The sunscreen makes it perfectly safe, but retinol does make the skin more susceptible to burning and I don't want to risk it. I'm kind of a wimp about sunburns, or even the idea of them.

I've gotten spoiled by the anti-aging effects of my retinol moisturizer, so I wanted to find something that offered the same effects, but in a daytime formula. I also wanted something that would address the dry areas of my face. I have them basically under control and I don't want to lose that, so a moisturizer for dry skin is a must.


I decided to try Exuviance Ageless Everyday. It's labeled as being for sensitive/dry skin. I have never had any issues with sensitive skin, but as I mentioned, I need something for dry skin so I thought this would be a good fit. It contains PHA, a gentler alternative to AHA, which helps stimulate cell turnover promoting collagen retention giving the anti-aging effects of reducing fine lines, evening skin tone, and improving skin elasticity.

I really didn't expect to see a real difference in my skin after I started using it because I expected it to be comparable to my retinol moisturizer. I was actually surprised to see some changes for the better. After a week of using the Exuviance in the morning, and still using my retinol moisturizer at night, I noticed that my skin did feel firmer, and softer. My dry spots were still very well under control, in fact they were a little bit smoother, and less noticeable under my makeup. One benefit that I didn't expect, since the formula is for dry skin, is that it helped control my oily T-zone. Warmer weather flares it up and I had started to notice that I was having to blot a lot more during the day. After I started using this moisturizer, I noticed that I wasn't blotting as often anymore.


I am very happy with Exuviance Ageless Everyday, and I plan to keep using it. I've got my eye on a couple other products I plan on checking out in the near future also. I'm borderline obsessed with skincare anymore, and the Exuviance brand is developed by dermatologists so I am very interested in trying more of their products.


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Made to Matter Giveaway $687 value!

Another great giveaway for $687 in products that are made to matter.  An array of health and beauty products can be yours! Reviewz & Newz is happy to promote this giveaway and is not responsible for shipment of prizes.


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 The products that you put on your skin are just as important as the foods we put into our bodies, which is why it's so important to choose quality products. Target®, one of America's favorite retailers, is making it even easier for consumers to choose the best products by creating their unique Made to Matter line. Each product in the unique line is handpicked and is only available at Target stores. The elite group of 20 brands have you covered from head to toe with the best natural products for your family and today we're sharing 3 of those brands in an amazing giveaway! SheaMoisture has two fantastic products that are a part of the Made to Matter line:
  • The Peace Rose Oil Complex Sensitive Skin Facial Moisturizer is a lightweight moisturizer hydrates, calms and comforts sensitive skin. Enriched with skin-nourishing certified organic Shea Butter and our proprietary complex of Alpine, Damask and Musk Rose Oils, this soothing formula leaves skin feeling soft, smooth and comfortable.
  • The Peace Rose Oil Complex Nourish & Silken Conditioner is a nourishing conditioner, infused with the mood-elevating romantic essence of roses, instantly softens and detangles hair. Certified organic Shea Butter blends with our proprietary Peace Rose Oil Complex in a nourishing formula that leaves hair smooth and shiny.
Four brand new products from Tom's of Maine were made exclusively for the Made to Matter line:
  • Luminous White Toothpaste: Tom’s of Maine new Luminous White is the most advanced natural whitening toothpaste from the natural oral care leader. It’s clinically-proven to naturally whiten by removing surface stains, while remaining safe on enamel with a mint flavor to help freshen breath.
  • Men’s Naturally Dry North Woods Antiperspirant: Tom’s of Maine’s new Men’s Naturally Dry North Woods is the first men’s antiperspirant from Tom’s of Maine that uses sustainably sourced aluminum* to provide 48 hour wetness and odor protection. Made entirely from plants and minerals, this new eco-friendly option keeps you dry and smelling fresh without petrochemicals and won't irritate your skin.
  • Wicked Cool! Deodorant: Tom’s of Maine new Wicked Cool! boys and girls deodorant is the brand’s first natural deodorant formulated just for kids – when they’re ready – to provide 24-hour odor protection for boys and girls with no aluminum, parabens or artificial fragrances. Wicked Cool! is made entirely from plants with 100% natural fragrances, including Summer Fun for girls and Freestyle for boys.
Pacifica: Dream Big Mascara The dreamiest mascara ever. Pacifica's innovative 7 in 1 Dream Big Mascara amplifies and lifts your lashes instantly with all natural plant fibers that build & build & build. Our 2 in 1 wand allows you to add volume and length with a simple twist of the handle. Get ready to fake it till you make it! If you want to learn even more about these great new products from Tom's of Maine, be sure to check out Lindsey's post covering her favorites that are made to matter. We're so excited that these 3 great brands are ready for you to begin using products that are made to matter in your personal care routine! Our winner will receive 6 jars of SheaMoisture's sensitive moisturizer, 6 tubes of Silken Conditioner, 4 of each of the Tom's of Maine products, and 30 tubes of Pacifica's Dream Big Mascara for a prize package of a year's supply worth $687!
This giveaway will end at 11:59pm EST on Tuesday, May 31st. It is open to US residents, 18+ only. Void where prohibited. Please use the Giveaway Tools widget below to enter.
Disclosure: Lindsey Blogs at SEBG, Viva Veltoro, and the participating bloggers are not responsible for prize fulfillment. One winner will be randomly selected using the Giveaway Tools random selector and notified via email. Once notified, the winner will have 48 hours to respond or a new winner will be chosen. This giveaway is in no way associated with Target®, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest or Google. Void where prohibited. For questions about this giveaway please contact Lindsey at lindseygblogs@gmail.com.
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May 2016 ipsy Glam Bag Review


It's that time of the month again, ipsy Glam Bag time!


For any new readers or those unaware, the ipsy Glam Bag is a monthly beauty subscription service. You pay $10 a month, or $110 a year (basically you get one bag free for paying up front for a year) and once a month a package comes straight to your mailbox that contains a cute little makeup bag and five full size, or deluxe size sample beauty products. It's a great way to try out new products and build your makeup collection for a cheap price.

ipsy has a survey on their site where you can tailor your box to your likes and wants. Every month they have around 35 to 40 different items that go into the bags, and the survey helps them to customize the five items in your bag to suit you. You can further customize your future bags by reviewing your bag items on the ipsy website. While the bag might be the same for everyone, the contents are different.

The theme the May 2016 Glam Bag, is "Destination Chic".


This month's bag is really cute. It features landmarks from all over the globe and has an envelope fold over style closure. The bag came in four different colors, and I was a tad disappointed to have not received the purple one. The lining is a water resistant type nylon that wipes clean really easily, so I think this bag will be great for holding travel brushes.


This is really just an average clay mask. It absorbs oil, removes impurities, and exfoliates the skin. It left my skin smooth, and soft, but I didn't see any signs of deep pore cleaning. I think the best thing about it is the scent. It smells AMAZING. It's a nice mask, but considering the price of the full-size product, and that its performance is average, I don't think it will be replacing my current clay mask.

 
Aurora Gel Effect Nail Lacquer in the color Safety Orange- full size- $12.00

This is again, just average. It goes on smoothly and is nicely opaque. Two coats give perfect coverage. I don't feel like it lasts as long as a gel polish should. I had some chipping withing 24 hours the same as I have with any regular polish. I use my hands a lot, and I'm rough on nail color. I was excited to try this since it is supposed to be comparable to a salon gel manicure. I feel kind of let down. The color is also not exactly a normal wear color. It would be good as an accent color, or to be used in nail art, but it definitely isn't a whole hand color for me.


hanalei Lip Treatment- sample size- $8.00

I am a victim of perpetual chapped lips, so this product really had me excited. It's made with kukui nut oil, which is known for its rejuvenation and moisturization of dry lips. A little of this goes a very long way. It's too greasy to use under lipstick, but it is a nice moisturizing and soothing treat to lips after removing a long wear lipstick. It doesn't last on the lips as long as I would like, which means it doesn't penetrate very deeply, but it feels nice and does moisturize well, though it is completely topical.


Smashbox X-Rated Mascara- sample size- $7.00

I'm a huge fan of this mascara. I've been using it for quite a while. It's my go to for my bottom lashes, and for days I'm not wearing falsies. Adding additional coats really amps up the drama factor with this mascara. A single coat gives you a very classic day look and adding a few coats ups the volume and length to levels I've never achieved with any other mascara. My travel makeup bag really needed this.


GlamGlow YouthMud TingleExfoliate Treatment- sample size- $20.50

First off, that name... Simmer down GlamGlow.

This was another product that performed at a lackluster lever. It's just another average mask. It did the usual mask tasks of drying up oil and removing dirt and impurities, and exfoliating away dead skin cells but beyond that, it didn't do much. I once again saw no evidence of deep pore cleaning or any advanced resurfacing. Considering this products infamy as being the "10 minute facial in a jar" I really expected to get fantastic results, and I was left wanting. I would never pay the price tag on the full-size product, it just is not worth it to me.

Usually, this product is sold in a jar, which considering it's chunky nature thanks to the green tea leaves and pumice, a jar is a great choice. Packaging the sample in a tube was a horrible choice. Even though the opening was larger than most tubes, it still isn't big enough to pass large chunks of tea leaves without problems. I thought the product was super thick when I gave it a squeeze and no product emerged, so I squeezed harder, and then harder still when it still was not coming out. That extra pressure was enough to pass the tea leaf blocking the opening, and send mask squirting every which way. Husbands are not amused if they have to clean mask off of a ceiling, and cats are not amused if they have to have mask cleaned out of their fur. 7-year-old little girls, however, find this all to be VERY amusing.

In all, this bag was really a disappointment. It has a $60.00 value, which isn't bad for the $10 bag price tag, except most of the items are quite overpriced for their average quality. The lip treatment is okay, and the mascara is awesome, but the other items are nothing special. I really do not feel like I got my $10 worth this month. Hopefully, next month brings much better things.

You can check out my March 2016 ipsy Glam Bag Review if you missed it, or if you're looking for a truly amazing clay mask you can read my review of Valentia Detoxifying Clay Mask or if you have brow issues can check out my review of the Billion Dollar Brow: Brows on PointMicro Pencil.

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Tria Best Skin Sweepstakes $495 in prizes

Anybody who wants smoother, more youthful skin can enter Tria's Best Skin Sweepstakes for a chance to win a Tria Age-Defying Laser Deluxe Kit and an invitation to join the Fresh Faces of Tria.   

Click HERE or on the picture to enter! 





The Deluxe Kit, valued at $595, also includes our Priming Cleanser and Finishing Serum. Winners are welcome to join the Fresh Faces of Tria, and will have the opportunity to share their experiences as they try the Age-Defying Laser.

Eight winners will be selected at random. Enter now!
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Valentia Skin Detoxifying Clay Mask

I have oily, acne-prone skin, so I have always found a benefit to clay masks. As I've gotten older I've had a few dry areas I've been dealing with, so I try to use a mask that is also exfoliating. There are hundreds of clay masks on the market, at different price points. I try to use skin care products that are as natural as possible. When I was given the opportunity to try Valentia Skin Detoxifying Clay Mask I was pretty excited. It sounded like a really great product.
I'll admit, when I see claims like "detoxifying" or "draws out impurities", I'm kind of sceptical. I've used dozens and dozens of these types of products over the years and I've had maybe a handful live up to these kinds of claims. Most do a fair job of removing surface oil, but few do much more than that. I know how to properly prepare my skin before using a clay mask, so it isn't user error.
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Billion Dollar Brows



I have a very difficult relationship with my eyebrows. Very. Difficult. One has a decent shape, but it's not very full. The other is nicely full and has a horrible shape. Don't even get me started on the random annoying hairs that grow in the wrong direction, or out of line with the rest of the brow. Ugh.

I've tried and failed at numerous brow products and had passable results with others. It's really just a crap shoot. One day I'll do a fairly good job, the next day I'll look like I let my 5-year-old do it. Heck, I might try letting my 5-year-old do it, he couldn't do a worse job than I do. even if I get the left one looking pretty good, the right one ends up looking like I didn't even try. That's more user error than product problems.

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5 Steps to Flawless with Rimmel London

In the quest to find good makeup, I've tried hundreds of products from dozens of brands at every price point.  There are basically two factions in the makeup world, the high-end "prestige" brands that are sold in department and specialty stores, and the "drugstore" brands that are sold at mass retailers and drugstores. There used to be a very distinct quality difference between the two factions, but in recent years, that line has dissolved quite a bit. For the most part, the "prestige" brands are still very good quality, but the "drugstore" brands are starting to show some of that same quality, but are staying very affordable.


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April 2016 ipsy Glam Bag Review


It's that time of the month again! ipsy Glam Bag time!


For any new readers or those unaware, the ipsy Glam Bag is a monthly beauty subscription service. You pay $10 a month, or $110 a year (basically you get one bag free for paying up front for a year) and once a month a package comes straight to your mailbox that contains a cute little makeup bag and five full size, or deluxe size sample beauty products. It's a great way to try out new products and build your makeup collection for a cheap price.

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Vera Mona Color Switch Review

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Building and maintaining a decent makeup brush collection can be a rather costly endeavor. It can also be a rather drawn out process of buying and buying and buying until you find brushes that you are completely happy with. I have around 15 eye shadow brushes, but I only use 3 different ones. One I use for all over and transition colors, one I use for the crease and outer V, and the third I use for blending. Since two of those brushes have to pull double color duty, I had to get a towel and spend several minutes rubbing the brushes back and forth until I got the color out of them. I found myself lamenting having brushes with excellent color pick up. My eye shadow application time was triple what it should have been.

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