EO/EVERYONE SOAP FOR EVERY KID

I am transitioning many of our household products to more eco-friendly options that are also safe for my family. However anything considered "GREEN" ends up costing you more of your hard earned green. So I try to find products that are not only better, but also offer a good quantity for the price. 

I have been going to my nearest health food grocery store and they carry absolutely everything. However not everything is what I would consider budget friendly, so I try to be selective when choosing new items to try.

For the past two months we have been using EO (EVERYONE) shower gel that is from the children's range of products, but we all like the smell, so hey! why not. It has a delicious blend of orange, coconut and pineapple. A perfect fit for those who love all things tropical hence the name "Tropical Coconut Twist." Also it cleans well both hair and body, rinses off easily and the lather and bubbles are fantastic. Also does not irritate our skin which has been a huge problem for us with more main stream products.

I have seen EO products many times and I think the big selling point for me is the size of the bottle. You get a whopping 960ml/32 fl oz for $11.99 CAD, which works out to be around .80 per ml. 

The other benefit with this product is that you can wash your hair and body with it as well as making a fun bubble bath for your child/children. A truly multi-purpose product for the whole family and the quantity to match.

For those of you looking to make the change to safer products for you and your family give the EO Tropical Coconut Twist a try. Here are the top reasons why

Also available in the children's line is Orange Squeeze & Lullabye Lavender

EO products can be found at many retailers and specialty shops across Ontario

Check out EO's full range of products by clicking on the logo below and for location information

PRODUCT PURCHASED BY ME-CanadianEcoMom

DIAL NEW PRODUCTS FOR 2015

Hi everyone and Happy Friday,

This is not a review it's just a quick post on some new products available from Dial.

I received three products to share with you all

DIAL MIRACLE OIL BODY WASH POWERED BY MARULA OIL  473ml srp$6.99

There is also a corresponding hand wash 221ml $3.49

My husband and I have been testing out this body wash, and for me personally all though the scent is lovely it's overly fragrant for me. It has similarities to Bath & Body works Twilight Woods, or Sensual Amber. Very rich base notes. If you like those type of warmer scents then you will enjoy this product. Also, the scent lingers on the skin long after you have showered. The main thing that intrigued me about this new dial product is the use of Marula oil in it which is excellent for the skin. I just personally wonder how much is actually in this particular product. 

DIAL OMEGA MOISTURE WITH SEA BERRIES SAME PRICE AS MARULA OIL WASH

ALSO AVAILABLE IN HAND SOAP $3.99, 6PK BAR SOAP $6.99 AND BODY LOTION

Sea berries are another name for sea buckthorn which if you don't know have over a 190 nutrients, and high levels of omega lipids. Sea berries help to strengthen and nourish the skin. The body wash claims to provide lasting light weight hydration. I have not tried it yet so I can't confirm this.

DIAL BABY BODY + HAIR WASH 355ML $6.99

Extra care was taken in the development of this new product with the help of pediatric dermatologists, because everyone knows how extremley delicate babies skin is. You can expect a good cleansing without being harsh and offering an extremley mild formulation suitable for even the youngest babies age 0-2. 

This formula is

- Fragrance free

-Tear free

-Hypoallergenic

-Ph balanced

-No artifical dyes

My son has been washing with this in the shower and I have actually really been enjoying it myself for washing my hair, it lathers well, rinses clean and no scent or irritation to our skin at all. Out of the three products this is mine and my sons top pick, we hope you will try it and love it too. 

ALL PRODUCTS ARE AVAILABLE NOW AT MASS 

HOPE YOU ENJOYED THIS POST AND MAYBE FOUND A NEW PRODUCT FOR YOU OR A FAMILY MEMBER TO TRY. HAVE A GREAT WEEK-END ALL

DIAL

NEW DIAL PRODUCTS

                                                                                                   ITEMS SENT BY PR FOR REVIEW

Dial has released several new products lately and today I will be sharing three of them with you all.


DIAL DEEP CLEANSING AND MOISTURIZING HAND SOAP IN WATER BLOSSOMS- I love the smell of this hand soap, its very fresh and floral, but in a good way. Actually the scent reminds me of the previous soap called "Spring Water".

I do find my hands feel more moisturized and well cleansed after using this soap. That is my biggest complaint with most hand soaps they feel good while washing, but I guess some ingredients are harsh and dry the heck out of my hands after, which I hate. I feel the consistency and the deep cleansing micro beads very similar to Bath&Body works hand soaps.

236ml for about $3-4

DIAL VITAMIN BOOST OIL INFUSED BODY WASH WITH SUPER C VITAMIN COMPLEX

So my husband seemed to like the scent of this body wash, so I gave it to him. Also his skin all over lately has been incredibly dry due to this dreadful winter we have been having, so I thought the concept of the oil in this wash would be helpful. I find this body wash smells very much like Satsuma from The Body Shop, so if you love that scent, you will like this one.

My husband says that for the week he has been using it his skin has been feeling better and less dried out and not itching from being so dry. He feels the scent is good because its lasting, but not overwhelming. He also pointed out that it has a nice lubricating feel to it due to the oil infusion. I think this body wash will be great for the whole family because anything citrus scent is a very universal smell. Glad he is enjoying this and hopefully it continues working because then I know what to repurchase for him.

473ml for about $6

DIAL GREEK YOGURT VANILLA HONEY MOISTURIZING BODY WASH

Let me start by saying this body wash is so thick and creamy and delicious. You don't need a lot and it creates an amazing rich lather with lots of bubbles. My skin felt so good during my shower and for several hours after. The honey vanilla scent is definitely a big hit with me because it's decadent.

Also even though this is a thicker body wash it is very easy rinsing and does not leave behind any crazy residue on the skin surface, just gently scented and super soft.

also 473ml

I feel these new products are certainly worth giving a try especially the body washes. I hope you have all enjoyed this review on keeping clean and moisturized from head to toe.

DO YOU LOVE ANY DIAL PRODUCTS????

THANKS FOR READING AND HAVE A DELICIOUS DAY XO:)

ORGANIX NOURISHING COCONUT MILK HIBISCUS CREAMY BODY WASH

 

If you love the scent of coconut and want a truly dreamy creamy body wash then this one is for you.

Organix body wash has a "Moisture Lock" system that will help hydrate your skin for the day.

There is also willow bark and sugar cane in this delicious offering that helps promote cellular turnover. The coconut milk proteins will give the skin a refreshing glow and make you smell incredible.

 

So if your looking for a yummy shower experience give Organix body wash a try.

 

There is SLS in this product however the label states it is earth friendly and not tested on animals. Just remember even if the label says coconut-derived or from coconut oil regarding sodium lauryl sulfates they still all have other chemicals added to them through processing, this is a marketing ploy so buyer beware.

 

YOU GET 385 ML FOR $8

 

There is Cherry Blossom, Moroccan Argan Oil, and Teatree Peppermint in the body wash and lotion line as well.

 

CHECK THESE PRODUCTS OUT AT MANY RETAILERS NEAR YOU

 

COME BACK SOON

 

STAY BEAUTIFUL

 

 

 

 

LIVE CLEAN EXOTIC NECTAR COLLECTION

HI ALL,

So I am slowly trying to revamp my collection of body products and household items to more eco- friendly choices, as well as products that are less harmful on my skin and everyone in my family.

My interest in the "Live Clean" line started several years ago when I noticed that my baby's skin was having a reaction to Johnson's baby products. So as I walked the baby care aisle I noticed Live Clean, which at that time was newer to the market. I bought the shampoo & wash, as well as the lotion. That night after I bathed my baby with the product and put on some lotion I noticed what a gentle awesome smell this product had. It truly is a baby scent. I also noticed over the course of the week my child's skin returned to normal with no signs of rash, I was hooked on this wonderful product and it cost no more then the chemical filled Johnson products so it's definitely worth the switch.

Moving forward to today I have rediscovered my passion for live clean products, but this time it is the "EXOTIC NECTAR" collection which has a range of 8 products. I purchased the body lotion and body wash.

The body lotion dispenses a little more fluid then other lotions, but as you start to rub it in and it takes on a creamier consistency. I noticed it creates a shield over the surface of the skin and if you rub your skin an hour or so later it almost acts as though you have reactivated the lotion again to continue to hydrate.

 

I love that this particular collection has a nice nutty smell to it. For those that don't know Argan is a fruit that has a thick bitter peel, within that is an unpleasant flavoured pulpy flesh that only smells sweet. Deep within the Argan fruit is a hard nut that may only have a mere 2-3 seeds in it which Argan oil is extracted from.

The whole family can enjoy this product because it just smells good in a very unisex way.

 

Why not indulge further and take this amazing scent to the shower as well with this delicious creamy body wash. A must try for all fans of Argan products.

 

 

The body wash has a mild caramel colour to it similar to that of the Argan seeds on the label.

This gives a great lather, and easy rinsing. I find paired with the lotion is gives ultimate moisture that does last all day. I find if I use the lotion randomly throughout the day my hands have been feeling exceptionally soft, with no trace of a greasy feeling at all.

 

Live Clean states on their packaging the following

"Plant Based, Certified Organic Botanicals, Petroleum  Free, Mineral Oil, Paraben and Phthalate Free, Pure Vegan, Never tested on animals, Package recyclable, Biodegradable Ingredients, Hypoallergenic, Dermatologist tested."

 

That is a lot to promise in a product.

 

 

 

My only one concern about Live Clean is that I noticed in the ingredients that there is "Fragrance" which can be any number of other additional ingredients not clearly stated on the label for the consumer. Some of those ingredients may not be as skin and eco friendly as we would like and can often be the culprit for allergic reaction even though it is 98% plant based. So always keep that in mind when buying products.

 

The price range for Live Clean products is about $6-13 depending on what your purchasing.

If you sign up at their website they will email you a coupon.

 

If you want to check out other areas of Live Clean products head to a store near you or online at

 

www.live-clean.com

 

Hope this all gave you some insight and that you will try Live Clean products soon

 

 

STAY CLEAN & BEAUTIFUL

 

WELL.CA ORDER #2 ALBA PRODUCTS AND PACIFICA SOLID PERFUME ISLAND VANILLA

I really am enjoying the service and selection available through Well.ca, so if you haven't checked it out yet I highly urge you to do so, you don't know what your missing.

Any way I only have a few items to share today and the first three are from the ALBA line.
 

NATURAL ACNE'DOTE DEEP PORE WASH
So my skin is no where near perfect, but providing I do the right things with it I do keep it looking decent. So Alba has brought a new range of items called Natural ACNEdote. It is formulated with willow bark which is where Salicylic Acid is naturally derived from. It gets in there and cleans out your pores and is suppose to keep fighting breakouts after you rinse, but that claim is not working for me. I find the liquid rather runny so be careful when squeezing some out. Once you get it lathering I find its creamy and foamy and rinses really well. Your skin feels nice and clean and cool from the peppermint oil in it. However be careful as this is one of those ingredients that can trigger irritation to the skin which can also be counter intuitive to the purpose of this product.

 

So if your looking for a more natural skin care option for your problem skin then Alba is worth a shot. It is oil free, certified organic, natural fragrance and cruelty free.

It comes in a 177ml bottle for $14.99

 

 

HAWAIIAN COCKTAIL BODY WASH (MAI TAI)
So last time I reviewed an Alba body wash that was creamy Pina Colada and it has become a household favourite. However we always want to try other things. The Mai Tai body wash is less opaque and creamy, but still gives a great lather and the smell is intoxicating. It is quite a lot like the drink. Which for those who don't know Mai Tai in Hawaiian means "GOOD" and this body wash is just that.
I smell the lime and it also has hints of a "Shirley Temple" drink like the grenadine syrup and maraschino cherries. Its so yummy it makes you want to run in the kitchen and shake up a drink.

This body wash is good for normal to dry skin and comes in a 355ml bottle for $8.79

 

 

 

NATURAL HAWAIIAN SHAMPOO GLOSS BOSS (HONEYDEW)

Right away when you start washing your hair with this you get that intense kick of honeydew smell. It helps revive and add shine to hair that has become dull and lifeless due to residue and often salts and sulfates that are in many other brands of shampoo. Other beneficial ingredients are Awapuhi (wild ginger) and Pineapple that help restore the shine your hair is lacking .

 

I like this shampoo because it gives a nice gentle clean without being over powering.

All Alba products are organic and cruelty free and come in a delicious range of tropical scents.

This shampoo is suitable for all hair types

 355ml for $9.99

 

 

Last thing today is an item by the brand PACIFICA. This is a solid perfume that can be rubbed on your pulse points and leave you smelling oh so yummy. There are about a 25 scents to choose from on Pacifica's website and 5 available through Well.ca , I opted for ISLAND VANILLA. This is a beautiful blend of fruity Tahitian vanilla melding with the warmth of bourbon vanilla for a true island experience. However I do find you have to reapply if you want the scent to last any length of time.

 

If your looking for a more natural, earth friendly fragrance make sure to check out the Pacifica line. The products offered are 100% vegan, no animal ingredients, cruelty-free, Free of parabens, phthalates, mineral or peanut oil.

In the future I will be giving the eau de toilette a try to see if the lasting power is any better.

 

This tin is .33oz/10g and is $8.99

 

 

I really hope you all have the chance to experience some of these products if not all of them.

 

 check out these websites

 

www.well.ca

www.pacificaperfume.com

www.albabotanica.ca

 

 

Thanks for reading

 

STAY BEAUTIFUL

 

 

WELL.CA ORDER AUSTRALIAN GOLD, ALBA BODY WASH, ANDALOU FACE WASH

Hi everyone,


           Today I thought I would share with you a few items I purchased from WELL.CA. If your not familiar with this company they are basically a huge online drug store with a great assortment of goodies to discover from cosmetics, baby supplies, sexual wellness, health and home and even pantry items such as teas and organic pasta, the list goes on. They are a fast growing ecommerce company in Canada and their main warehouse is located in Guelph, Ontario. You must check them out they have ton's of great products that consumers know and love and many new items that may be worth a try.

The first item I purchased is by ANDALOU NATURALS. This is a citrus Kombucha cleansing gel for active & oily skin. It is formulated with fruit stem cell science to help renew, repair and regenerate the skin. The benefits of this product is that fruit stem cells and citrus Kombucha are rich in probiotics and aminos beneficial to the skin and production of microflora.
Also included is willow bark known for clarifying and aloe that gently wash away unwanted oil and help restore a healthy moisture level to the skin.

 

This gel cleanser is light weight and totally clear with no added junk to it. It smells gently of citrus and just gives that overall clean. The one thing I did notice is the better areas of my skin look smoother and more refreshed. I wouldn't say this does an excellent job of keeping the skin clear of blemishes, but its overall a nice gentle face cleanser that won't create any further problems to the skin.

 

This is a 178ml/6fl oz bottle and cost $14

 

 

Next up is the MOISTURE LOCK TAN EXTENDER BY AUSTRALIAN GOLD

This is an after sun moisturizer that can be used on both the face and body. There is no mineral oil in this product and packs a punch of vital nutrients to keep skin soft and maintain your tan, if you are a person that tans or tans without trying due to long days in the sun. 

 

 

 

There is a sunflower seed oil, aloe vera leaf juice, olive oil, tea tree oil in this product. Sadly though the down fall to this lotion is that it does have paraben's in it and dimethicone which tends to be an irritant to some peoples skin, so beware when applying to the face as you may break out from it, if your sensitive to this ingredient.

 

The one thing I really love is the smell of Australian Gold products, it's like a beach in a bottle. So tropical and so delicious. Honestly I just like this for the purpose of using as a lotion after my shower. I find it very emollient and soaks into the skin nicely. I do however tend to tan very easily and oddly enough I find sunblock does not actually work for me. I apply it to my face prior to sun exposure and my face still tans?!?!? Don't ask me what is up with that as I don't even know. My upper body tends to be very tanned all summer long, it actually is still somewhat noticeable during the winter months.  

 

This bottle of lotion is offered in a generous 473ml/16fl oz bottle and will last quite a while.

$12.99 excellent price

 

So even if you don't tan this is just such a great smelling moisturizing product that its worth buying

 

Last item today is Alba Botanica Natural Hawaiian Cocktail Body Wash can you say tropical heaven on earth. This is absolutely bar none my favorite body wash. I surely will be repurchasing again very soon as my bottle is almost done. This is a very creamy body wash that gives amazing lather with very little product, which is a plus.

 

 

This product is blended with natural oils, and what Alba calls their "Secret Rum-lovng ingredient", I am curious to know what that means???

If you love anything that smells like you just landed in Hawaii then this is not to be missed.

 

To name some of the fine ingredients they are Kukui nut oil, coconut oil, Macadamia seed oil, Jojoba oil, Cocoa butter, Aloe Vera, Pineapple fruit extract (Which you really smell), Papaya, Mango, sugar cane and lime.

Also when you buy Alba products you will purchase with confidence in knowing that they are 100% vegetarian ingredients and certified organic. There is no Animal testing, no artificial colours, no parabens, phthalates, sodium lauryl, sodium methyl.

This product is made in the U.S

 

355ml bottle for $9

 

These products are actually more pure and cost less then a lot of Bath & Body products, which I think my extreme love affair with B&B is coming to an end. Also all Alba products are safe enough for the whole family to use including your little one's. This makes EXCELLENT bubbles for bubble bath time.

 

 

For a full list of many other great products by ALBA check them out at

 

www.albabotanica.ca

or

www.well.ca

 

 

Hope you all enjoyed today's review and maybe you have found something new to try in doing so.

 

Enjoy the summer sun and....

 

 

STAY BEAUTIFUL XO

 

 

 

 

 

 

***MEN'S MONDAY***OLD SPICE PURE SPORT BODY WASH

I know this product has been out for quite some time, but I wanted to emphasize what a great product it really is.

My husband has been using the OLD SPICE PURE SPORT BODY WASH for quite a long time now. I must say it doesn't matter what else he has tried in the past or even as of late it always comes full circle. I guess just stick with what you love and works for you.

This is a body wash that deodorizes well and leaves the skin feeling soft, clean and freshly scented. The smell is one of the best in terms of men's bath products, which I really like. I don't like anything to spicy and I think when using bath products men should stick with smells that are extremely clean and fresh. If you use it in conjunction with the pure sport deodorant you are sure to smell great all day long.

The body wash itself gives a great lather and is a very calming ocean blue colour.

Also have any of you ever bothered to read the ridiculously comical comments on the back  of the bottle well here they are,

"DOESN'T LEAVE YOU FEELING DRY OR ROB YOU OF YOUR DIGNITY"
"LIKE WEARING AN ARMOR OF MAN-SCENT"
"DROP-KICKS DIRT, THEN SLAMS ODOR WITH A FOLDING CHAIR"
Certainly aimed at the man's man I would say.

Also this body wash has very few ingredients in it, I am not saying they are all excellent quality ingredients, but in some cases less is more.

BE SURE TO CHECK OUT THE OLD SPICE BODY WASH IF YOU HAVEN'T ALREADY.

Your body will be energized and the scent will surely attract a crowd.

THANKS FOR READING

and guys.....

GET YOUR CLEAN ON

 

RANDOM REVIEW NIVEA LIP BUTTER, DIAL, COVERGIRL, SALLY HANSEN, TRESEMME, L'OREAL

Today's review is a little bit different. It is not about any specific brand or product, it is more or less a catch all review. These are items I have randomly picked up and just thought I would share my thoughts in case there are people who want to know about them.

Vidal Sassoon has been an icon in the hair industry for over 60 years and to keep up with the ever changing face of the market the brand has gone through many changes over the years. When I was about ten I remember that round bronze Vidal bottle sitting in the shower and just taking a quick whiff of the scent because it was truly one of my favorites as a child. Yup it smelt like sweet almonds and it truly was one of the best shampoos of is time. Now flash forward some 25 years later and now not only has the packing long gone through several changes over the years, but also the smell and formulation.
I have not used a Vidal Sassoon product in a long time but I saw a great deal for it so I thought I would reunite myself with an old friend.
At my local Shoppers Drug Mart the shampoo was on sale for $3.99 and around the neck of the bottle was a coupon that if you bought it you could pick any hair styling product up to an $8 value. Sounds great to me so I grabbed myself a large can of the extra firm hold hairspray.

 

Now I have to  say that I have not even tried the shampoo yet as I already have another one on the go and I am waiting till I have done my Feria Ombre hair color before I try this out. However I have been using the hairspray the past few days and so far I like it in terms of its hold. I did notice it does make the hair have a bit of a crunch but that doesn't bother me. The scent of both items is rather bland and not really surprising to the senses. Actually the shampoo reminds me a lot of the shampoo "European Formula" for those familiar with it. So for the deal I really can't complain, however would I buy each product at full price at a later time probably not. There are other brands that I prefer more and that brings me to my current shampoo.

Surprisingly I bought a bottle of the L'Oreal men expert 2 in 1 with Arginine which for those that don't know is just a fancy word for an amino acid complex. Originally I bought this for my husband, but I found the smell to be very fresh and clean so I thought I would give it a go. I have to mention that I tend to have a sensitive scalp to certain shampoos with high fragrance level, but this actually has been working out quite well for me and my scalp. My hair feels soft, manageable and really fresh and that smell lasts for hours which is a bonus.

So don't be shy ladies even though it says MEN on the bottle doesn't have to make it so. Next time your at the store take a smell and I am sure some of you will feel the same. This shampoo has a good lather and seems to rinse out very well and doesn't leave your hair feeling weighed down. I tend to have very oily hair so this has been working for me and adding volume. However in the past I tried one of the TRESemme shampoos that is for anti-breakage and my goodness what a nightmare my hair was so oily and even once I stopped using it I had to what weeks before I noticed my hair going back to normal so beware when picking a shampoo for your hair type. So give L'Oreal Men Expert a try it cost me $3.97 at Walmart and is a 385ml bottle

 

Moving on I sometimes feel like my hair needs a pep me up mid day so I bought a can of the TRESemme volumizing dry shampoo. I only have tried it once, but a first impression is sometimes all you need. I can tell already I don't like this product and it's not going to help anything, at least not for me any way. I found it has a nice citrus scent, but it seems like it leaves a chalky feeling in your hair and I followed the directions on the can and still it just seems unpleasant to me. I probably will only use it in a real emergency if I have to truly dash out the door in a hurry or the waters off for repairs, etc. Other then that this item is a bust for me. It comes in a 161g can and cost $5

I have to admit I still have yet to hit on a TRESemme product that truly impresses me by any means. Let me know if you have a favorite TRESemme product I would love to hear your feed back.

 

Moving on to makeup items. I had a coupon for any CoverGirl clean product or lash blast get $3 off. That is a very generous coupon, but have you ever noticed the insane price for the mascara's. I'm sorry but to me a mascara better be infused with 24kt gold if you want me to spend about $14 for something that needs to be replaced more frequently then any other cosmetic for your face. That being said I opted for one of the clean compacts. I am not a huge fan of CoverGirl as a whole but there are random products I do appreciate. So I got myself the Clean compact for Sensitive skin. I truly hate that strong scent of Noxzema that is in the original clean compact so this is a better choice with no fragrance and its oil free which is great for my over oily face.

 

The shade I picked was 225 Buff Beige. It looks quite different between the two photos with flash and without. Its just a good simple powder useful for touch ups.

However one compact I do really like from CoverGirl comes in a metallic blue compact and is the fresh complexion pocket powder in the shade 610 Classic Ivory. I find this gives a nice flawless finish to the skin and has very good oil control.

CoverGirl clean is around $6.50 for 10g/.35oz, but with coupon I paid $3.50. Fresh Complexion is around $9 for 10.5g/.37oz because it acts more as a foundation for on the go.

 

In the past I mentioned that I don't like having a lot of mascara's because I like to stick with a couple that work for me and that's good enough. Then I kept hearing a lot about L'Oreal mascara specifically the Voluminous Million Lashes, so I thought I would try it out to give my view on it.

So here is what I think. The tube is a very nice package as it looks a little higher end. The mascara it self stinks (AS IN SMELLY) and I hate that about it. The brush is silicone with lots of tips that seem slightly thicker then others I have seen or tried. It does a nice job of separating your lashes and giving you that lots of lashes look that it's claim states. However if there ever was a mascara that just won't budge this is it. On one hand we don't want to wear mascara that if we get caught in the rain we look like "Alice Cooper", but we don't want something on our eye that takes paint thinner to remove it either. I did choose the water proof formulation which may have been an over sight on my part, but I didn't think I would be dragging out an SOS pad to get it back off ;P For some this may be just the mascara your looking for, but for me I don't need that kind of staying power and I will be happy to keep using my Rocket mascara by Maybelline instead.

 

My color choice was 630 BLACKEST BLACK

it is 9.5ml/.32fl oz and I got this on sale for $6.99

 

If I plan for a rainy day puddle jumping party with my child I may reach for this mascara, but until then it will just be sitting pretty.

 

I really love the 8 in 1 palettes by Wet N Wild and to this point I only had two and I finally decided to buy the third one called BLUE HAD ME AT HELLO. I must say I am very pleased with the quality and color pay off from these very inexpensive palettes. I had really hoped to get the limited edition palettes. Wet N Wild brought them out in white compacts but to no avail I cannot locate them here in Ontario. However the blues in this palette are incredible and there is one color that's the lightest most delicate icy blue and  I love it. Then you have deep rich denim blues and the most eye popping aqua blue. There is also a sparkly black which is fine, but I already have a single pan by Maybelline of this type of color so I am certain it will not get used quickly. Glad I decided to purchase this as I have been using and enjoying it and it was the last one.

.3oz/8.5g for only $4.69

**LOVING**

 

 

So the very first memory I have of Cherry Coke I was a mere 6 or 7 years old. So every time I smell something that is cherry coke it evokes the memories of childhood summers long gone by. For me that had to be one of my favorite sodas along with Tahiti Treat, for those of you to young to know this soda it was truly an awesome and nothing has ever come close. So what is all this talk about soda for, well I will tell you. I purchased a lip gloss by Lip Smacker that is suppose to be a cherry cola flavored gloss that is a gentle wash of reddish pink on the lips with a hint of sparkle. Who wouldn't want a gloss like this that sparks that kind of nostalgia? 

 

Sadly somethings are never meant to be duplicated no matter how much you'd like it to work out. At first you put it on its a nice shine on the lips, very basic. You start to smell and taste that somewhat familiar cherry coke essence. Then as you wear it you realize the gloss it self doesn't last long and your left with an over all unsatisfying odd taste of a very chemical version of "Cherry Coke." Thank goodness this Bonne Bell product was at the Dollarama because its not worth much more then that.

I'll just stick to my fond memories that go a long with the drink instead of creating unpleasant memories with a flop of a gloss. 

.27fl oz/8.0ml $1

 

Now to follow up that disappointment lets move on to a new kid in town that is so delish my mouth waters just thinking about it. Welcome the new NIVEA LIP BUTTER (VANILLA & MACADAMIA) honestly if you have not tried this you cannot imagine what your missing. This lip butter is creamy, soothing and the best part is it taste like you just rubbed Vanilla Pudding all over your lips. I find it generously moisturizes and I really don't have anything negative to say except not everyone will be a fan of the flimsy tin it comes in, but keep in mind certain products with nut oils have to be kept in a cool dark place so they don't go rancid.

.59oz/16.7g or 19ml for $2.50 I highly encourage you to try this product, but DON'T if you or a family member are allergic to any type of NUT BASED products.

Can you imagine you kiss your lover, partner, husband, whoever and their lips swell like Will Smith in "Hitch" all because you had Nivea Lip Butter on LOL. That would be a bad way to end any date.

 

                               Nivea Lip Butter where have you been all my life????

Then I realized I don't have one single clear coat for when I do my nails so I purchased Sally Hansen   Diamond Strength NO CHIP clear coat. I like it for using as a top coat or base. Also if I am giving my nails a break from color and just want a nice finish I put this on. It also is good for making the nail surface stronger.

 

This clear coat is called 110 FLAWLESS and can be purchased pretty much any where for about $4

 

Finally one last thing I wanted to share is I am a big fan of Bath & Body works, but even with all those products I still will use many other brands bath products if the scent tickles my fancy. So recently I discovered two new scents brought out by "DIAL" and they are wonderful. The first one is actually also available in a foaming hand soap which I have both that and the body wash. The scent is COCONUT WATER & BAMBOO LEAF and claims to be a hydrating wash. This wash I bought for my husband as I noticed anything that has bamboo extract tends to have a masculine undertone yet refreshing smell. The coconut water which is in the younger tender green coconuts has many antioxidants & electrolytes that help to hydrate, hence why its good to drink coconut water as well after a big work out or if your ever stranded on a tropical island ;P

I bought myself the body wash that is HIMALAYAN PINK SALT & WATER LILY all I can say is wow what a powerful beautiful fragrant wash that is highly unusual. This is a replenishing body wash that says it has 84 Minerals & Elements?!?!? What does that even mean lol. It states on the bottle "Himalayan salt is a pure, hand-minded salt found deep within the Himalayan Mountains and known to contain 84 minerals and elements." Ok that's fine but what are the benefits to all those goodies, that has yet to be seen. I love the smell no less and keep in mind when purchasing any products that state a claim about a certain ingredient you must pay attention to where in the ingredient list it is. If it is not in the first several ingredients chances are there is very little of the supposedly beneficial ingredient and it will show little to no signs of improvement to your over all skins condition.

 

                                           $5 will get you 473ml/16fl oz of these luscious scents

I apologize this review became way way longer then I anticipated but as always I have a lot to say about everything that I try and want to keep it honest and real for you the readers.

Its a gloomy rainy day here, but it isn't going to stop me from feeling and looking good.

STAY BEAUTIFUL EVERYONE XO