ChapStick® Hydration Lock Moisturize & Renew

Confession...I am addicted to ChapStick!  I always have been.  I hate the feeling of having dry lips and I am always reapplying ChapStick, lip gloss, or something to keep my lips moisturized.  That being said, Smiley360 and ChapStick® gave me the opportunity to try a new product for free. Smiley360 sent me the ChapStick® Hydration Lock Moisturize & Renew to test and review.
(The opinions are mine and mine alone.)

Now that I have had some time to use it I am able to say it lives up to the ChapStick brand name and is super moisturizing.  This ChapStick keeps my lips moisturized throughout the day, which is not an easy thing to do with unpredictable weather.  One day it is hot and sunny, the next day it is cold and windy.  I cannot keep up, but my lips are doing just fine.  Enough of that, now let me tell you a little about the product.

The first thing you need to know is that it has anti aging properties.  This is important and often overlooked.  We put serums and creams on our faces to prevent wrinkles and other signs of aging but why do we ignore the aging of our lips?  Do NOT ignore your lips, they lose moisture faster than the rest of your skin, which means they are prone to aging faster than other areas.

Now, there are two sides to this ChapStick.  The first is Moisture.  The Moisture side contains CoQ10 and Hyaluronic spheres that provide long-lasting hydration.  This formula gives lips a fuller and smoother appearance.  Who doesn't want fuller, smoother lips?  The Renew side contains Shea and Mango butters that are all natural as well as nourishing oils such as Coconut oil and Avocado oil.  This side conditions and softens your lips, making them feel extra smooth.  No matter which side you prefer, I like both sides equally, they are clinically proven to give you healthier looking lips.

Try yours today.  Click here for a $0.50 ChapStick coupon.

Studio Gear CC Cream

Just when I jumped on the BB Cream bandwagon, everyone started talking about CC Cream.  I was excited to try Studio Gear CC Cream through Brand Backer.  Now I can see why CC Cream has quickly replaced the popularity of BB Cream.  This cream is so smooth and light.  I mix it with a little bit of SPF facial lotion and rub it all over before putting on powder.  It almost acts as a corrector and a primer.  Studio Gear reports that the CC Cream fights signs of aging and restores skin elasticity.  I don't know about all that...but I DO know that I like it a lot.  It definitely brightens and moisturizes my skin.  I love the texture and the way it makes my face feel.  It really is moisturizing.  I recommend everyone make the switch to CC Cream.  It is a miracle worker!  Follow this link to get 10% off your order at Studio Gear Cosmetics.

Scandaleyes Retro Glam Mascara

The last item I want to share from my Influenster VoxBox is Rimmel's Scandaleyes Retro Glam Mascara, brand new as of November 2013.  This was another free item to test and review as an Influenster.  Mascara is one of those things that I feel naked when I am not wearing it.  So I take my mascara seriously, and this is a good one!
This mascara will make your lashes look luscious.  I like the brush on this mascara as it is different from others.  It is bigger on the ends, which I am convinced makes a difference on the effect on the lashes.  Retro is a great word to describe the lashes.  Think Twiggy's lashes, circa 1966.  My mascara trick is to wiggle the wand back and forth while I am putting it on.  Any other great tricks for mascara application?

The mascara tube pictured is not what you will find in the store.  This is a limited edition tube with Sworavski® Elements.  I pictured it here because I think it's pretty!  Click here for a look at what you will purchase, and the unique brush.

Dr. Scholl's® For Her Cozy Cushions

I have tried Dr. Scholl's products before and generally I really like them.  I was particularly excited to see the Cozy Cushions in my latest Voxbox from Influenster because it is getting colder every day (I can't believe it is almost December!).  We now officially have snow on the ground which means, more often than not, I leave the house in my winter boots.  My Uggs keep my feet pretty warm, but subzero temps still creep in and numb my little toes.  I love the fuzzy cushion on these inserts.  They are an added bonus to keep my feet dry, warm, and comfortable in winter months.  

These inserts are so easy to use and they can be transferred from boot, to shoe, to boot as often as you like.  I usually keep them in my winter or rain boots but occasionally I will put them in my fashion boots for work.  The cushion really does provide comfort and they work perfectly in any kind of shoe.  Save $2 using this link and enjoy dry, warm feet all winter long.  And don't forget to join Influenster for your chance to test products for free in exchange for a simple review.

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Secret Outlast Clear Gel

My Spring VoxBox from Influenster included another new product for me...a complimentary bottle of Secret Outlast Clear Gel.  I have been a dedicated user of Dove deodorant for some time, and have not even tried gel deodorant in over a decade.  But now that I have tried this product, I do not know why it took me so long to realize the benefits of using clear gel.  If you are anything like me, this is what you usually look like when you get dressed in the morning.  But it doesn't have to be that way! Who knew?  Well now you know so I suggest you make the switch.

Summer is finally here and with that I am pulling out the tank tops and summer dresses.  This often means I have pesky white marks that are not so fabulous.  Secret Outlast Clear Gel protects you from those white marks, but also from odor and wetness for 48 hours.

I was recently in Kentucky and was surprised by the heat and humidity.  A busy weekend of bachelorette party activities meant long, sweaty hours in the Kentucky heat...most of which were spent outside.  My Secret Outlast Clear Gel protected me from the sticky Kentucky heat, even through swimming, dancing, and a night at the horse race.  A busy weekend in Kentucky was a good test for this product and it definitely passed the test.  You can purchase Secret Outlast Clear Gel for about $4.  The only downside is that, at 1.7 oz, it is kind of small.  I am not sure it will last very long, but for $4, no white marks, and 48 hour protection, I'll take it.

Tastykake® Kandy Bar Kakes

Tastykakes!  Have you tried them?  Have you even heard of them?  I tried my first Tastykake after receiving a complimentary S'Mores Kandy Bar Kake in my Spring VoxBox from Influenster for testing and reviewing purposes.

I wasn't even hungry when I tried it so I thought "I'll just have one bite and then I'll save the rest for dessert".  I was immediately impressed with how soft it was.  Usually this type of product is a good snack, but they tend to be somewhat hard and do not often taste fresh.  Tastykakes Bar was so soft it could have been fresh out of the oven.  In fact, next time I might microwave for just a few seconds and it will truly taste fresh.  A little ice cream on top will seal the deal!






So my first bite was impressive and I thought "just one more bite".  I mean look at it...you would have done the same.  Actually the picture does not really do it justice.  Trust me it was so good.  The cake is moist and fluffy with a perfect chocolate shell!  Is your mouth watering yet?  I'm looking forward to trying the other flavors soon.  Well needless to say...



                      ....I ate the whole thing.