goPure lavender essential oil review

Lavender is one of the most commonly used essential oils because of its therapeutic healing properties and wonderfully fragrant aroma. GoPure lavender is 100% pure, premium, Bulgarian oil; it is undiluted, without any chemicals or additives. It is pure bliss. 

Lavender provides relief for both emotional and physical problems. It is known to improve your mood, help against insomnia, and calm your mind. It strengthens and refreshens, and it relaxes the body and the mind. I have found lavender oil to be the absolute best topical for any kind of burn. It neutralizes a burn almost instantly. I love to use lavender for aromatherapy purposes, natural healing, and natural cleaning. Like all my favorite products, lavender is a multi purpose oil that can be used for so many different things. 

The oil comes in a large 4 oz bottle with a convenient glass dropper that helps to control the amount you use. The scent is sweet and smooth and it heightens your senses and your awareness. I love to mix the oil with any kind of fractionated coconut oil and put it on after a bath or shower. You can also put a few drops in the bathtub, it is so calming and soothing. Click here for more lavender oil uses.

You can purchase your own bottle at Amazon.com.

*I received this product for free in exchange for my honest review.

Paw2Paw Nail Clippers

My 12-year-old pit bull, Coco, has many fears. Too many. At the top of her list? Nail clippers! I hate it almost as much as she does. She uses her sixth sense to predict when I am thinking about clipping her nails, and stubbornly lays down, hiding her paws in a way that makes it hard for me to get to her nails. Until I was introduced to Paw2Paw Quality Stainless Steel Nail Clippers, I dreaded these moments too. The clipper I bought, which was not cheap, was too dull and it often cracked poor Coco's nails in a way that made us both cringe…and that is only when I was successful in this horrible task. The Paw2Paw Clippers have changed not only my experience, but Coco's as well. After using it one time, I immediately discarded my old pair and will never look back. I will always rely on this clipper.

These clippers are super sharp. So sharp that the nail beds are cut cleanly and quickly. They truly are professional grade and make clipping a pets nails so much easier. The design is ergonomic, making it easy to grip and less likely to over cut, causing a painful, bloody mess. Oh the horror of over cutting nail beds! The clipper also comes with a handy nail file, hidden in one of the handles of the clipper. This is convenient and easy to use, making grooming a breeze. Coco's nails grow so fast, and are so thick and strong, that I could never keep up. These have absolutely changed our lives. One quick pop/snap and her thick nails are cleanly removed. If you have ever struggled with clipping your large dogs nails-awkwardly finding the right angle, squeezing so hard, cracking nail beds-then you definitely need to try these. I promise you will not regret it! If you are not happy, you can rely on the 100% Satisfaction Guarantee, but I am certain you will not need to use it. Purchase your own pair here. It is on sale now for only $11.97. It is worth every penny.

*I received this product at a discounted price in exchange for my honest review.

Botanyst ~ Restful Sleep Aids

I don't always get insomnia, but when I do it is a total nightmare. Sometimes I just cannot shut off my mind. I meditate, I count sheep, I practice deep breathing. And still my mind goes back to this loop of my ever growing to-do list. Restful Sleep was developed by physician and herbalist, Dr. Yan Ping Xu, to help calm and overactive mind and promote a full night's sleep. I don't take it every night but I can usually tell when I am going to have a rough night. The best thing is that it is a natural supplement, of course you know how I love natural.

The key ingredient in Restful Sleep is Astragalus. Yeah I have never heard of it either. It is an ancient Chinese herb that has been used and documented in medical text as far back as 220AD, for its health promoting effects on the spleen. My thoughts? Who the hell cares about the spleen when I'm trying to sleep? Well, in traditional Chinese medicine, stress and worry can impact the spleen which, apparently, can cause difficulty turning off the mind and falling asleep. So it's my spleen, not my brain, that's been keeping me up at night?! This is new information! In fact, in Chinese medicine the spleen is a VERY important organ, that every other organ relies on! When your spleen chi is out of balance, you can experience worry, fatigue, restlessness, and anxiety, which can all contribute to a poor night's sleep.  Astragalus helps to get your spleen chi back into balance and also helps quiet the mind, allowing the body to relax and rest for a good sleep. Restful Sleep is also fortified with calcium, magnesium, and potassium which support proper nerve function and absorb best overnight.  Restful Sleep is said to do the following:

~Calm & quiet a restless mind and body
~Promote a full night's restful sleep
~Nourish chi to bring harmony & balance into the body
~Promote calm throughout the day
~Restore vitality to the spleen and heart organ systems

My favorite thing about this product is that it is natural and it does not knock you out the way many sleeping aids do. It is a gentle product that works with your body to promote a regular sleep schedule. Developers of the product suggest you take the supplement regularly so your body adjusts and consistently changes your sleep pattern to a more regular cycle.

You can purchase a bottle at Amazon. Save 20% on your order with discount code: SAVEREST.

Lady Lidz Sleep Mask Review

I was recently given the opportunity to test and review Lady Lidz Sleep Mask. It came at the perfect time, as I had to work several overnights in the last few weeks. You see when I work overnights, I sleep days. It can be difficult to fall asleep when the sun is shining brightly through my window. This mask completely blocks out any light making it easy for me to get to sleep and stay asleep. I have had masks that are cheaply made, slide off my face, or let the light in. This mask is superior in several ways:

~Extra wide & thick to truly cover your peripheral
~Velcro closure to adjust the straps to your head size - good for my unusually small head
~Satin on the outside, won't stick your pillow and get pulled off your eyes
~Cotton velvet on the inside feels cool and comfortable on your eyes
~Earplugs are included to block out noise - another bonus for when I need to sleep during the day, those pesky lawnmowers won't keep my up

This is by far the best mask I have ever used, and I have used a lot of masks. There is nothing else to say except that I love this mask. Purchase yours on Amazon.

*I received this product for free in exchange for my honest review. Opinions are all mine.

OZ Naturals ~ Ancient Orient Rice Enzyme Dermafoliant

I am always looking for new, natural skin products that work and OZ Naturals has not disappointed me yet! Their Rice Enzyme Dermafoliant is an entirely new product to me. I exfoliate on a semi-regular basis (meaning whenever I remember that I should be doing it regularly) so I was excited to try this product and get back into an exfoliating routine. The first thing I always look at is the ingredient list, of course. What I am putting on my skin I am putting into my body and I am always looking for natural ingredients. So obviously I was happy to see the extremely short list of ingredients including: 

~Bamboo

~Organic Rice Powder

~Green Tea Powder

~ Lactic Acid

The product comes in a metal container and is filled with a powdery substance with a texture that can only be described as a mix between salt and sand. It has a very mild scent that is fresh smelling, but also difficult to describe. By mixing the powder with a small amount of water, you create a paste. Then you apply it to your skin, very gently. You do not want to scrub too hard because it can be harsh, but that's how you get rid of the dead skin cells and renew you skin. If you exfoliate regularly, you have nothing to worry about. If you are a newbie, you will want to be extra gentle. After scrubbing, you will want to leave the paste on your skin for a few minutes to allow the lactic acid to penetrate your skin. My skin felt extremely smooth and refreshed after using this product. I follow it with a serum (of course) and moisturizer. It should only be used 2-3 times per week and you will notice a difference.

The only thing I do not love about this product is the cap that may or not be made of aluminum. It is not a terrible cap…and it looks fine (like a salt shaker). But it is somewhat difficult to open and close and does not feel secure on the bottle. The powder also leaks out of the cap a lot. Regardless, this does not change the quality of the product. And I would definitely recommend this product. 

To purchase your own bottle check out Amazon.

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ADOVIA Dead Sea Salt Scrub ~ Review

It is officially summer! My body and my skin has been hiding in winter layers for far too long and it is painfully evident. That's why I was excited to get the opportunity to try Adovia's Dead Sea Salt Scrub, just in time to pull out the bikinis and shorts. I definitely needed a good scrub down (followed by a good self tanner, but that's another story).

This sea salt body scrub is made with real dead sea salt. The fine grain salt exfoliates the top layer of dead skin cells to reveal newer, younger skin. It is infused with 21 essential minerals to deeply moisturize the skin while exfoliating. It also has a fresh ocean breeze scent that is just heavenly. It provides an invigorating boost to my shower and briefly takes me on a little mini vacation.  

Adovia products are made by goPure, a company that you know I love. They make it possible to pamper yourself in the comfort of your own home, using natural ingredients, and without breaking the bank. You can purchase a bottle of this invigorating scrub on Amazon.

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K9z Rule K9 Joint Relief Review

If you are a dog owner you probably agree with me that your dog is part of your family. My dog is officially considered a senior, hard to believe she has been in my life for so long (I guess I am officially old as well). She doesn't act like an old lady as she still has tons of energy and I often think of her as a puppy. But…her body cannot always keep up with her mind. While I know she wants to play all day and take hours long hikes, her joints are not able to keep up. When my Coco turned about 10 years old, I noticed some major changes in her daily walks and her ability to walk up the stairs. It was heartbreaking to see her in pain as she stared at my with confusion from the bottom of the stairs. Part of me thought this was just the next stage of her life and we would have to deal with it. I was convinced I would have to carry all 55 lbs. of her up and down the stairs. I am so grateful that this is not the case and Glucosamine joint supplements have changed her late retirement years. 

K9 Joint Relief is a Veterinarian recommended, superior quality, all natural hip and joint supplement. The company uses a highly palatable liquid formula because liquid supplements have been shown to have a higher absorption rate than pills or capsules. This supplement is super easy to use. You can add it to your dogs food or water 2 times per day. I was worried that Coco wouldn't eat if I added the liquid because she always knows when I have drugged her food (she will pick every piece of food our of her bowl to avoid a Benadryl when her allergies are bad). Not the case, she ate it right up. I love this product and I think Coco does too. Here are some of the benefits of K9 Joint Relief:

*reduces your pet's joint inflammation and associated pain

*improves flexibility and mobility and reduces stiffness

*repairs and rebuilds damaged cartilage

*promotes the production of synovial fluid which lubricates and cushions the joints

*helps maintain normal joint structure and function in healthy dogs

I love that the products is all-natural and that the company donates 5% of their proceeds to organizations that rescue and care for homeless dogs. Of course I love that my Coco no longer appears to be in pain and is able to take walks without her legs giving out. 

*I received this product for free in exchange for my honest review