Kiss® everEZlashes

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Here is what the brand has to say about their product:
"Kiss has introduced a market-first everEZlashes that comes complete with patent pending Application Strings.  Ever tried applying eyelashes but became frustrated when they didn’t position correctly? Only to remove them and keep trying again? Kiss everEZlashes with patent pending Application Strings allow for a perfect application every time! Kiss lashes come in a variety of styles that are perfect for everyday wear, to a formal evening event. 

To Use: Simply apply glue to the lash base and let set for 30 seconds, holding both sides of the lash with the string applicators, and place on the eye-lid along the natural lash line. Allow to set and apply lashes to second eye. Once completely dry, hold & squeeze lashes firmly between thumb and index finger, push in lashes and gently grab one end of string, pulling away. Do the same to the second eyelash.  Both lashes have a perfect fit!

Kiss everEZlashes retail for $3.99 and are available at CVS, Walgreens and Walmart stores nationwide. For more information and how to videos, visit EverEZlashes.com."

I recieved sizes/styles 01 and 03. Although I cannot see me choosing to wear these daily, Kiss does have a great variety of lashes for those who do.

See my attempt on instagram using the 01 style!

The Verdict:
Kiss® everEZlashes are not as easy to apply as it sounds. I had great difficulty in application. i put the glue on the back of my hand and dragged lashes through and I still felt like I looked funny. I had a hard time getting them close enough to my lash line to look "normal." They also felt kind of heavy. I felt goofy, like I have snuffleupagus lashes! That being said, I am completely new to wearing false lashes, so it could be user error. I will try them again some time, I cannot write them off just yet. I would love your tips and tricks to applying these:) This beauty novice is still learning the ropes!

Dr. Scholl's® For Her Ball of Foot

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Today is my 4th wedding anniversary! I have been married to the man of my dreams for 4 wonderful years:) 

I am a type A person so planning my wedding was a ton of fun. I loved making lists and trying to make sure I would be prepared for anything and everything. So being the practical person that I am, I did not want to pay for a gorgeous, expensive pair of wedding heels only to wear them for the ceremony. I was especially knowledgable of the fact that my dress was specifically altered (and bustled) to my petite frame while wearing these shoes. Without my heels my floor skimming dress would drag and make me look frumpy.

I went to great lengths to brainstorm how to wear my shoes without hating my life. I came across Dr. Scholl's® For Her Ball of Foot inserts while shopping for my "emergency kit" for my wedding day. I also picked up Dr. Scholl's® For Her High Heel Insoles. They saved my feet!

I wore the High Heel Insoles for the ceremony and photographs (when I knew I'd be standing) and I switched them out for the Ball of Foot inserts for the reception. They kept my feet comfortable for 11 hours of pictures, standing, and dancing. I only took off my shoes 10 minutes before the end of the reception, and it was to get changed, not because my feet hurt!

See my instagram about them!

The Verdict:
If you cannot tell, I love these and I recommend them to all my friends, family, and strangers too who will be getting married! Also I'm a teacher and LOVE to wear heels! Being on my feet all day has been a dream ever since finding these! They easily transfer from one pair to another, they clean easily, they are SO affordable, they are not bulky, and most importantly they are comfortable.

Q-tips® Precision Tips

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Have you heard of Q-tips® Precision Tips? They're basically normal cotton swabs with pointed ends. AND they are a very versatile tool.

The ways I have used Q-tips® Precision Tips:

• nail polish clean up
• lip color clean up
• eye liner mishaps
• mascara clean up (sometimes it gets everywhere, I don't know how...)
• eye shadow application (in a pinch aka. when traveling)
• cleaning small, hard to get areas (read: vacuum cleaner filter, around the faucet, my iphone...)

See how I used them in my instagram post!

The Verdict:
They are versatile. They come in great travel-friendly packaging. I have one pack that is living in my purse and I think it is quickly becoming an essential. They are affordable, disposable, and easy to find in stores. I highly recommend them:)

What other ways could I use them?

Luster NOW! Instant Whitening Toothpaste

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I don't know about you, but with the onslaught of gorgeous lip color comes the insecurity of your smile. I know when I wear lip color I want it to be applied perfectly and I want my teeth to look white. Tomorrow's post will help with the precision aspect of the perfect pout and smile. Today we can focus on brightening our smile:)

Luster NOW! Instant Whitening Toothpaste has been gaining popularity, especially since its "Breakthrough" award in 2011 from Allure. 

Luster NOW! Instant Whitening Toothpaste is described by its brand as "When you don’t have time for a full whitening regiment, quickly give your mouth the optical illusion of whiter teeth with Luster NOW! Instant Whitening Toothpaste. After just one brushing, the proprietary Bluverite® formula gives the appearance of a whiter, brighter smile, with results that last for hours. Designed by dentists, NOW! Toothpaste is gentle on teeth, safe for dental restorations and won’t cause tooth sensitivity. With daily use it will even help remove surface stains. And, as the only oral care product awarded Allure Magazine’s Beauty Breakthrough Award, you know that top beauty editors have given it a major seal of approval."

The Verdict:
This toothpaste is BRIGHT blue! It is also extremely foamy. The first time using it was quite hysterical. That being said, I had no tooth sensitivity, it brightened my smile, and it had a somewhat pleasant taste. This toothpaste claims to give your teeth the "optical illusion" of whiter teeth. I am not sure it has many long-term benefits, but I do use it when I plan on wearing a lip color that may make my teeth appear less white. I would love to know if this paste also has the benefits of a plaque-fighting toothpaste. Because of this unknown, I did use my normal toothpaste before using this treatment. But it is a fabulous quick fix when needed:) Let me know if you've ever tried it or if you plan on giving it a try!

Of course the nail polish lover in me is wondering how this would work on stained nails...

Are you a trendsetter, influencer, or reviewer?

Hello Loves!

I don't know about you but I LOVE trying new things.  I am someone who finds what they like and often sticks to it until someone comes along and raves about something I need to try.  Usually I try it and then I ask myself why I have been living in my own self created bubble.  Many of you might also be creatures of habit, like I am.  Well Influenster has changed that for me.

Influenster is a website/program designed to test/review products, reward trendsetters, and showcase new products.  This program is entirely free and requires only the amount of time and energy you are willing to put into it.  In the past I have received so many incredible products through the Influenster program that I have shared with you.  Remember these?

A LOADED Love VoxBox...my favorite so far<3

If you're interested, curious, or awesome you should quickly sign up and start putting together your profile so you can be considered for the next VoxBox.  Let me know if you have any questions about Influenster because I will try my best to help you out!  EVERYONE needs to give this a shot, it's so worth it:)

Are you already a part of Influenster?  Which box/product trial has been your favorite so far?

Kiss Nail Dress

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The latest Influenster Vox Box was the "Love" Vox Box.  This luxurious box contained a Stash Herbal Tea Sampler, a sample of Truvia, a Ghiradelli milk chocolate bar, a Gillette Venus & Olay razor, and a box of Kiss Nail Dress.  This was my favorite box yet!

Kiss Nail Dress was easy to use and apply.  The 28 strips peel easily off of their backing to apply to clean nails.  The variety of strip sizes is good.  I ended up cutting off the excess strip with manicure scissors and then filed the tips to make them smooth.  These also peeled off easily when I was finished wearing them.  I cannot wait to use these for date nights, special occasions, on my toes, and even as an accent nail.  Since there is no mess involved, these can be used anywhere, including in the car as a last minute manicure:)

Here is additional product information:
Introducing Kiss Nail Dress, ultimate nail fashion for tips and toes! Just peel, apply, and shape for a manicure that lasts up to 10 days. On in minutes, off in seconds without remover. Nail Dress is available in 18 different styles, many of them featuring 3-dimensional jeweled designs. Check out Peplum, a deep black with multi-colored gems for a pop of color, or Babydoll, for a golden and glamorous jeweled look. Skip the topcoat, Nail Dress has it built in.

With 28 strips in each package, you can cut up your extras to create designs that can be used on top of polished or artificial nails. Nail Dress doesn’t dry out the way other polish strips can, so you can save them to use on your next DIY mani. A nail design booklet is included in each package, just in case you need a little inspiration.

And don’t forget about your feet! Nail Dress looks awesome on toes, too – just use the square side of the sticker for a perfect fit.

Where to Buy

Nail Dress’ suggested retail is $6.99 and is available in all major drug chains and mass retailers like WalMart, CVS and Walgreens.

Visit KissNailDress.com to learn more!

I received these products complimentary from Influenster for testing purposes. Influenster provides products for review through their VoxBox program to innovative trend setters in the industry. http://www.influenster.com

Venus & Olay Razor

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The latest Influenster Vox Box was the "Love" Vox Box.  This luxurious box contained a Stash Herbal Tea Sampler, a sample of Truvia, a Ghiradelli milk chocolate bar, a Gillette Venus & Olay razor, and a box of Kiss Nail Dress.  This was my favorite box yet!

I am a razor snob.  Gillette Venus razors have never disappointed me, so I was excited to try this new, not-yet-released product.  Let me tell you, this product is like a dream come true!  I don't think shaving could get better than this.  My legs felt so moisturized and silky.  I noticed a difference after the first use (and so did my husband).

Here are some details about this great razor:
Venus’ five-bladed razors shave you close and adjust to women’s curves for a smooth and comfortable shave, even over tricky shaving areas like knees and ankles.

Olay Moisture Bars contain skin-enhancing elements found in Olay products: Petrolatum helps lock in skin’s moisture for less dryness and Glycerin helps offer that goddess glow! Just wet the razor to release a light lather – no separate shave cream required.

As with most Venus razors, new Venus & Olay also features a rounded, pivoting head designed for women’s curves, and a soft-grip ergonomic handle for confident control, even in wet and soapy environment

Once you try this amazing razor you will NEVER go back to your old razor.  This is going to be incredible this summer and it is a must-have for traveling and vacations.  Check out their website for more information: www.gillettevenus.com

Where to Buy

A refillable Venus & Olay with one replacement cartridge sells for approximately $8.99-$10.99. Packages of three replacement cartridges are available for about $14.99 - $19.49.  Venus & Olay will be available starting March 15, 2012 at food, drug, convenience and mass merchandise stores throughout the United States.  

I received these products complimentary from Influenster for testing purposes. Influenster provides products for review through their VoxBox program to innovative trend setters in the industry. http://www.influenster.com

New York Color Liquid Lip Shine

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As mentioned in previous posts, I am an active "Influenster" and receive Vox Boxes from Influenster.  These boxes contain a wealth of products to sample & review.  The latest was the Holiday Vox Box which was set up to prepare you for the holidays with things for getting ready & others to tote around just-in-case.

One of the items in my Holiday Vox Box was New York Color Liquid Lip Shine.  The card we receive in the Vox Box reads:

Straight from the city that never sleeps, New York Color's Liquid Lipshine is uptown style at a down-to-earth price.  With pure pigments that create a 3-D gloss effect and vitamin E that provides shine and moisture, this product is perfect to keep lips looking and feeling fabulous this season.  Comes in 10 shades from neutral nude, to berries, & fuchsias.

My Vox Box contained the creatively named Nude York City 582.  The lipgloss went on smoothly with a flexible doe foot style applicator.  It had a pleasant fragrance which reminded me of frosting.  The gloss lasted for hours & was not overly sticky, shiny, or wet.  The color of the gloss was subtle but noticable & is perfect alone or for layering over a favorite lip color.  The gloss also contained a hint of sparkle, which was barely noticeable but added dimension.

I LOVE this gloss and I will be purchasing more for sure.  I actually thought that I lost it with all of the holiday traveling that we did, thankfully I relocated it and did the appropriate happy dance to accompany the find.  These are so reasonably priced that you can have a variety of colors or maybe you'd rather just one color but multiple containers so you can have one in every purse;)  I would highly recommend that you pick up this gloss before I buy out of their entire stock. 

This product retails for around $2.49 at these stores nearest you: Walmart, Target, Rite Aid, CVS, Family Dollar, Duane Reade, Kmart, HEB, and others.  Visit newyorkcolor.com to check out all shades and fun products from New York Color!

I received these products complimentary from Influenster for testing purposes. Influenster provides products for review through their VoxBox program to innovative trend setters in the industry. http://www.influenster.com

imPress Press-on Manicure Review

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As mentioned in previous posts, I am an active "Influenster" and receive Vox Boxes from Influenster.  These boxes contain a wealth of products to sample & review.  The latest was the Holiday Vox Box which was set up to prepare you for the holidays with things for getting ready & others to tote around just-in-case.

One of the items in my Holiday Vox Box was an imPress Press-on Manicure by Broadway Nails. The card we receive in the Vox Box reads:

Introducing imPress, the revolutionary way to spply nail polish!  Featuring advanced technology, you will get a salon-perfect manicure in seconds-simply peel off, press on, and you're done (no drying time!).  imPress comes in 36 colors and patterns, including trendy brights, fun prints, and classic darks and animal prints.

The imPress manicure that I received was 110 Joyride, a bright metallic magenta.  I loved the packaging, the nails come in a little nail polish bottle!  Adorable!  Unlike many press-on manicures that you see in stores, imPress is not garrishly long.  Which I appreciated, a lot!

 The nails applied like a dream.  I was "impressed" (pun intended) on the variety of sizes in their packaging, it made it easy for me to find nails to fit my tiny nails (my engagement ring/wedding band are size 3.5).  The directions on the packaging were clear, and they even have a video on their website (see below), on the correct application.

Removal was not difficult either.  These lasted the entire weekend that I had them on without a hitch.  However, I did have to remove them for work on Monday.  I would recommend these for a special occasion, a night out, for nail emergencies, or when you want them to look pretty but don't have the time.

imPress Manicure retails for $5.99 for colors and $7.99 for patterns, and is available at CVS, Rite Aid, Duane Reade, KMart, Walgreens, Walmart and more. For a full list of online and in-store retailers, visit imPressManicure.com, where you can download an exclusive coupon and virtually try on all the colors and patterns!

I received these products complimentary from Influenster for testing purposes. Influenster provides products for review through their VoxBox program to innovative trend setters in the industry. http://www.influenster.com

Beauty-FULL Christmas- Vitabath

I recently received a 12fl. oz. Vitabath in my Cosmo VoxBox from Influenster.  This was my FAVORITE item in my VoxBox, as I previously had experience with the other products.

I recieved the Dreamy Pink Frosting scent from the Cupcake Couture line.  Let me tell you, it smells divine.  I cannot wait to order more Vitabath products.  They are incredible.  The scent is decadent, not overpowering and makes your skin soft.  The body wash contains Vitamin A, B3, Pro-vitamins B5, C, & E which are skin conditioning nutrients.  It is sulfate & paraben free and rich in antioxidants which revitalize your skin.

Even though this may seem pricey at $9.99 a bottle, a little goes a long way.  You NEED to go buy this, it will help keep your skin moisturized and glowing all winter long.  Please go treat yourself to this amazing body wash.  It would make the PERFECT stocking stuffer!  I know I'm planning on getting another one for myself and a couple others for my favorite people on my Christmas shopping list.  Check out their website at http://www.myvitabath.com/


Here is some background information on the company, which refers to its product justly as "luxury in a bottle."

Luxury in a Bottle

For more than 50 years, consumers have trusted the Vitabath brand for unparalleled skin cleansing and conditioning. Vitabath’s quality ingredients and rich fragrances indulge the senses and nourish the skin, resulting in a relaxing, yet invigorating, at-home spa experience. In 2011, Vitabath is revitalizing its brand with the introduction  of a new moisturizing body wash line with a wide variety of fresh, playful fragrances.

All of the products in Vitabath’s newest collection of sulfate and paraben free body washes boast a moisturizing formula that leaves skin feeling clean, refreshed and vibrant. Featuring a nourishing blend of Vitamins A, B3, B5, C and E, as well as an antioxidant superfruit blend, the Fragrance Collection moisturizes and revives skin with its rich, luxurious lather. The Fragrance Collection body washes retail for $9.99 or less each at www.myvitabath.com and at ULTA Beauty, Harmon Discount, Stages, Duane Reade, Fred Meyer and Bed Bath & Beyond stores.

I received these products complimentary from Influenster for testing purposes. Influenster provides products for review through their VoxBox program to innovative trend setters in the industry. http://www.influenster.com