Review: Keeva Argan Oil, Tea Tree Oil, & Coconut Oil Revitalizing Shampoo

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After Olivia was born, I had little to no time for a shower. Honestly, I just let myself go and wanted to spend all my time in the NICU with her, dirty hair and all. I was very kindly given the Keeva Argan Oil, Tea Tree Oil, and Coconut Oil Shampoo to try just before Olivia entered the world 10 weeks early, back in October. The times I did wash my hair with this shampoo, I was pretty impressed to say the least. 

Info on the product from Amazon:

- THE ULTIMATE COMBO: Tea Tree Oil, Argan Oil, Coconut Oil! Keeva contains the most potent Tea Tree oil sourced from select Chinese steam distillation plants to ensure the highest level of quality, purity and effectiveness against dandruff. Most people think the best tea tree oil is from Australia, it's actually originally from China! Our Argan oil and coconut oil is also the highest quality as we hand select our ingredients from FDA manufacturing facilities only. It is also SILICONE-FREE 
- HYDRATES AND RESTORES THE MOISTURE LEVELS OF YOUR HAIR REVITALIZES YOUR HAIR AND SCALP. People find Keeva as the best source of the following: shampoo with tea tree oil, moroccan argan oil shampoo, shampoo with coconut oil, best natural shampoo, best organic shampoo, best sulfate free shampoo, dandruff shampoo.  
- 100 DAY BETTER HAIR GUARANTEE: Thanks to its high potency and purity, Keeva provides a unique combo of essential oils unlike any other product on the market. The soothing and hydrating properties, unlike other shampoos, will not damage your hair and scalp. Used regularly, Keeva will give you better looking and healthier hair. Our Shampoo has Anti dandruff benefits for all hair types and can be used as a treatment for dry hair and dry scalp. 
- 100 DAY AMAZON REFUND POLICY: If you can't honestly state that this product hasn't improved your hair at all, AMAZON will give you a full refund within 100 days. 
NO PARABENS AND HARMFUL CHEMICALS: We don't use dangerous chemicals or do any animal testing. Our natural shampoo is paraben free, sulfate free, cruelty free, and safe for color treated hair. For men and women of all ages. Keeva Organics prides itself on producing products that actually work.

Because I hadn't been washing my hair that often, I had dandruff buildup and greasy hair, but horribly dry ends. After using this just once and without conditioner, my hair was so soft and my scalp was flake free! I couldn't believe it. The texture of this shampoo is like a thick cream but it foams up rather well for a shampoo that is said to be sulfate free. It's got a light fragrance to it that isn't overbearing at all and also doesn't linger. 

I still don't wash my hair often, twice a week at most since I have a ton of postpartum hair loss. I just adore this shampoo and use it whenever I notice my scalp is more itchy and has more dandruff. The price is right at just $19.99 for a huge 28.2 ounce bottle. It's got a pump on it which make it easier to get the product out. When you're an exhausted mom, that's important. I highly recommend this shampoo if you have dandruff or an oily, itchy scalp. 

What do you think of this shampoo? Does it seem like one you will try?

Review: Valentia Pure Glow Brightening Moisturizer

*Disclosure* Product mentioned was provided for review thanks to BrandBacker. All opinions are 100% honest and my own, like always

Hey everyone! I had the chance to try out Valentia's new moisturizer, the Pure Glow Brightening Moisturizer. I've done many reviews of their products in the past, and the line is truly amazing! I was so excited to try this out, since my skin needs the help. 

Here is some info on the product, as well as key ingredients:

Valentia Pure Glow Brightening Moisturizer - A lightweight fast absorbing cream that illuminates skin while providing all-day hydration.

This Brightening Moisturizer Will:
- Lighten dark spots
- Restore skin radiance
- Even skin tone
- Diminish fine lines
- Provide all-day hydration

KEY INGREDIENTS:

- Botanical Hyaluronic Acid: Floods skin with moisture, supports skin elasticity, and plumps skin from within.

- Kojic Acid: Controls melanin production and prevents dark spots.

- Ginseng: Boosts skin firming collagen, fights wrinkles, and gives the skin a brighter and more energized look.

- Safflower Oil: Repairs skin's natural moisture barrier and provide superior skin protection.

- Shea Butter: Infuses skin with a myriad of vitamins and nutrients for superior skin hydration and nourishment.  

They always say that pregnancy makes you have a certain "glow." Well, I think that glow missed me, because I don't have it, despite people saying I do. This moisturizer sounded like it might help me in that area! I love the bottle it comes in, it's a nice and sturdy bottle, that I'm pretty sure is glass, and it's got a pump. You get a whopping 4 ounces of product, which I think will last a very long time, especially since I only use it once a day. The lotion is truly lightweight when applied to the skin, but sinks in well and provides nice hydration for my oily skin. I have noticed a brightened affect to my skin, so it could be a combination of using this in the mornings, as well as making more of an effort in taking care of my skin more. 

You can find this for $25 here on Amazon! Also be sure to check out their website, Facebook, and Instagram

What are some of your favorite moisturizers?

Review: Divas never Age Hyaluronic Acid Serum + Vitamin C

*Disclosure* I received this product complimentary for review purposes thanks to Tomoson. All opinions are 100% honest and my own, like always

Hey everyone! I have another skincare review today of the Divas Never Age Hyaluronic Acid Serum. You all know I've been loving hyaluronic acid for my skin for a while now, and love trying out different serums with it to see what my skin likes. 

Here is some info of the product:

Our DIVAS NEVER AGE® Hyaluronic Serum is the best of the market simply because we used the purest ingredients and put together a formula that gives you the best of everything that you can hope for: HYALURONIC SERUM + VITAMIN C + VITAMIN E + POMEGRANATE + GREEN TEA. This combination of exclusive ingredients and Natural Antioxidants will PLUMP & HIDRATE your SKIN, REDUCE & PREVENT WRINKLES, MINIMIZE DARK SPOTS, and RENEW & TIGHTEN SKIN.

Divas Never Age began with a vision of beauty products that would not only improve women's skin, but that would offer the sensual experience of the divine feminine using sublime layers of natural ingredients known for their specific qualities.

We wanted to create spirit-warming products that make women feel good about themselves without compromising quality and effectiveness. We have a deep respect for our beloved planet and Mother Nature.

Our promise to you is simple: We will only use ingredients that are pure and of the best quality for you in the spirit of Divus - the Divine Woman - fulfilling that vision while respecting the Earth that we all inhabit together.

The Hyaluronic Acid + Vitamin C Serum is your basic clear serum. The very first thing I noticed about this serum is the scent. Man, is it perfume-y! I have no idea which ingredient is in this that makes it smell like that, but it's very overpowering. I muddled through it, and started using it every morning, underneath moisturizer. While I can say that this does help to hydrate my skin and make it look brighter, I feel like this is breaking me out. Since I started using this, I'm noticing more and more eruptions on my face everyday. Nothing else in my skincare routine is different (other than testing out eye cream currently), but I'm going to continue using this and see if anything changes. If it doesn't within the next week or so, I may just throw it away. I also notice after using this that my face gets really itchy in my lower jaw area, it's kinda strange. 

Other than the itchiness and the possibility of this breaking me out, It's not bad if you can tolerate the scent. It can be a bit much for my sensitive nose, but some people may like it. You can find it here on Amazon for $36.95. 

What serums do you like using?

Review: Arvazallia Advanced Color Care System

*Disclosure* I received this set complimentary from Tomoson for review. All opinions are 100% honest and my own, like always

Hey everyone! I had seen a couple reviews of the Arvazallia Rejuvenating Hair Mask, and when I was given the chance to try it along with the accompanying shampoo and conditioner, I was so excited! 

Here is some info on these products from Amazon:

Arvazallia Advanced Color Care System with Argan Oil and Macadamia oil is a premium hair care system designed for the unique hair care needs of color treated hair. The advanced proprietary formulas in each product is designed to protect and extend the life of hair coloring treatments while also preventing and repairing damage, dryness, and other issues associated with the application of hair color treatments. This 3-part system is made up of a specially formulated sulfate-free shampoo, conditioner, and deep conditioning hair mask that when used in combination will help you maintain vibrant long lasting color and will also instantly improve your hair's texture and manageability. Our exclusive MRV3 Complex formulation locks in moisture, repairs and prevents damage, and gives your hair added body and volume. Infused with Wheat Protein, Aloe Vera, Argan Oil, and Macadamia oil it also repairs, strengthens, and nourishes your hair with essential nutrients while also promoting natural hair growth. This system will Protect, Rejuvenate, and Beautify your hair. 

I had colored my hair the day before I received these products in the mail, so that was some perfect timing. I waited a few days before washing my hair, and when I did, some of the color did come out, but not as much as I normally notice. The Moisturizing Shampoo smells just incredible, and I'm assuming it's the mixture of Argan and Macadamia oils I'm smelling. For a shampoo that claims to be sulfate-free, this foams up alot more than I thought it would, which I'm actually happy about. This shampoo rinses out nicely and makes my hair feel really clean. The Restorative Conditioner is amazing as well and smells exactly like the shampoo. It's thick, but not so thick that it makes my hair feel greasy, and it also rinses out very well, but makes my hair feel very smooth. 

The Rejuvenating Hair Mask is the star of this set, in my opinion. It's very thick to me, which I tend to be a bit wary about because I have fine hair that gets greasy at the scalp with thick conditioners/masks. However, this makes my hair feel absolutely incredible! When I wash my hair with the Moisturizing Shampoo, I alternate between using the Restorative Conditioner and the Rejuvenating Hair Mask, which they recommend doing. I feel like this system is actually allowing me to go an extra day or 2 longer without having to wash my hair. Typically I wash my hair every other day, but I'm noticing I can go 3 to even 4 days without washing, and I could never do that before. I'm also very happy to say that the color in my hair is lasting very well and I am noticing a good amount of hair growth already. 

Overall, this whole Arvazallia Color Care System is outstanding. You can find it here on Amazon for just $39.99! That price is amazing for all you get here, and it will last you a very long time, especially the hair mask. My hair has never been softer and this manageable, probably ever. I always had such a hard time dealing with an oily scalp, but very dry ends, especially when I colored my hair, but this set has transformed it. I'm so tempted to buy this whole set again even though I have a ton of shampoo and conditioner to go through.

Does this shampoo/conditioner/hair mask set seem like something you would like?

Review: Bella Care Oil Blotting Papers

*Disclosure* I received this product for review purposes thanks to Tomoson. All opinions are 100% honest and my own, like always

Hey everyone! I got the chance to try out these Bella Care Oil Blotting Papers, which I'm super thankful for since I'm an oil slick this time of year. Read on to see my thoughts!

Here is some info on the product:

Bella Care Original Unscented Oil Blotting Papers absorb excess oil from the face, minimizing shine and providing easy touch-ups to the face throughout the day! Simply press the sheet to your face with a gentle blotting motion, especially the oily T-zone, and marvel at the amount of oil that is absorbed.

Bella Care Oil Blotting Papers are made of all-natural abaca pulp, with no added chemicals, and their compact size make them easy to tote in your purse, backpack, or evening bag, and store in your car or desk for freshening up while you're on the go.

What I absolutely love about these oil blotting sheets is how big they are. Seriously, these are easily at least twice the size of other blotting sheets I have tried, so they cover a decent amount of surface area on my face. You also get 100 sheets in one package, which I think is pretty darn good. I only need to use 1 per day if I'm out and about doing errands and whatnot. If I'm home, I couldn't really care less what my face looks like. I'm not necessarily sure what abaca pulp is, but these are like any other oil blotting sheet I have tried, and they perform well for me.

The price point of this packet is $5.95 on Amazon, which is a pretty decent price. They do also have a lavender scented pack that costs $7.95. 

Do these blotting sheets sound like something you would try?

Review: Regenepure Hair Loss and Dandruff Shampoo

*Disclosure* Product was provided for review thanks to Tomoson. All opinions are 100% honest and my own, like always!

Hey everyone! Today' review is on the Regenepure Hair Loss and Dandruff Shampoo.

Here is a bit about the product from Amazon:

The regenepure DR hair loss shampoo helps to tackle hair loss as well as dandruff issues. Our hair loss shampoo is free of harmful chemicals and helps relieve dry, itchy and oily scalps. It helps in repairing hair from the roots and provides the ultimate hair care treatment. Regenepure DR contains ketoconazole, a powerful anti-fungal that is often used for dandruff treatment and help hair regrow. It also makes the hair look and feel thicker. Recent studies have shown to block DHT production, which can curb hair loss and helps to stimulate hair growth in men and women. Apart from ketoconazole, regenepure DR is packed with other beneficial elements, including saw palmetto extract, vitamin B6 and zinc oxide. Niacin, caffeine and linoleic acid, which stimulate the scalp, while emu and jojoba oils keep the skin supple and rejuvenated and help in nourishing the scalp by turning dry and damaged hair into fuller and thicker hair. Continued use will help further hair loss. Safe for daily use, all hair types and both men and women. Product of USA. 

The directions for this shampoo say to wet hair, massage a generous amount into scalp and roots, leave on for 3-5 minutes then rinse thoroughly. Upon first use, I immediately felt a tingly, cooling sensation. I looked at the ingredients and saw there is menthol and spearmint oil. I absolutely love the feeling! It feels so nice after a long day outside to come home and wash your hair. The bottle also says that you have healthier, fuller results after just one use. I did notice my hair felt softer, but not necessarily healthier or fuller. I will say that it has helped a ton with any dandruff I may have. My scalp is also not as itchy as it normally is. I don't wash my hair that often, so I haven't noticed any of the anti hair loss this shampoo is said to provide. It's a tad bit drying on my hair personally, but if I use a conditioner it's totally fine. For a $25 shampoo, I find that to be a little bit expensive, but I really have been enjoying using this for the minty, tingly feeling it gives.

Does this shampoo seem like something you would try?

Review: The Wellbeing Centre Ultimate Prenatal Multi-Vitamin

*Disclosure* I received this product complimentary for review thanks to the brand and Tomoson. All opinions are 100% honest and my own, like always!

Hey everyone! I'm pretty excited I got the chance to try out these Prenatal Vitamins from The Wellbeing Centre as I've had a bit of a tough time finding a good one for me. I got the ok from my doctor to use these first, since I obviously want to take as good care of myself as possible. I've been taking them for a few weeks now, so lets see how I feel about them so far!

These prenatal vitamins are said to be simple to take, since they are easy to swallow, aren't too large, and have a mild smell. These also have no GMO, no wheat, no gluten, no sugar, no milk, no yeast, no shellfish, no artificial flavors, no preservatives, and they are sodium free.

There are many health benefits for the baby such as having a high level of folic acid. Folic acid is said to help make red blood cells, stimulate metabolism and copy genetic material such as DNA. Without enough folic acid, the risk of neural tube malformations in the fetus like spina bifida is much higher. That's pretty scary to think, so I'm glad I started taking one as soon as I found out I was pregnant. There are good levels of calcium and vitamin D, which help aid in the growth of babies little bones. 

These have the best quality natural and pure ingredient benefits like vitamin C, which is essential for the growth and repair of collagen, blood vessels and other tissues. Vitamin B6 helps produce energy and makes red blood cells. Vitamins B1, B2, B3, B6 and B12 all help the babies brain and nervous system develop. Vitamins A, C and D all help healthy bones of myself and baby. All good stuff that I and my growing baby need right now!

I think these are some pretty nice prenatal vitamins! They cost only $29.99 on Amazon for a bottle of 90, and you only need to take one a day. You can also take these if you aren't pregnant as well, since they will still have health benefits for you. Of course I still have the typical pregnancy symptoms, but as long as I can keep taking my prenatal vitamins, I know I'm safe and my baby is as well. 

What kind of vitamins do you take?

Review: Oz Naturals Ancient Orient Rice Enzyme Dermafoliant

*Disclosure* I received this product complimentary from Oz Naturals and BrandBacker for review. All opinions are 100% honest and my own, like always!

Hello everyone! I was given the opportunity to try out this Oz Naturals Rice Exfoliant, and I was really excited because it reminded me of another product by a different brand. I was curious to compare the two, and it's safe to say they're different!

Here is some info on the product:

OZ Naturals FACE SCRUB EXFOLIANT utilizes bamboo to gently exfoliate skin and unclog pores without irritation, drying or stripping.
FINALLY A FACIAL SCRUB THAT contains lactic acid and alpha lipoic acid to further help the exfoliation process by breaking down and removing dead skin cells, revealing the glow of healthy skin beneath, and assists in reducing fine lines, wrinkles and other signs of premature aging from sun damage.
ANOTHER KEY INGREDIENT, green tea extract, is rich in antioxidants and helps to prevent collagen breakdown as well as tone and protect the skin from the damaging effect of free radicals.
THE PRO-VITAMIN B5 IN OUR scrub is readily absorbed by the skin and penetrates deep down, retaining moisture and relieving dry, irritated skin, and Alpha Lipoic Acid provides anti-inflammatory effects reducing redness and blotchiness, shrinking pore size and imparting a healthy radiance to the skin
SAFE FOR ALL SKIN TYPES, our bamboo exfoliant is all natural and free of harmful ingredients.

The twist top opener is kind of annoying because I end up getting the powder everywhere. Despite that, the scrubbing grains are pretty nice for exfoliation. They're a bit rough, but if you're gentle, it's fine. I'm confused with rice being in the name of the product because I'm not quite sure which ingredient contains it, it could be the sucrose, but I'm not 100% sure. The directions say to take a nickel size amount and add some water to make a paste, then gently rub into skin in circular motions, and leave on for 5 minutes. After I rinse it off, my skin is pretty darn soft and I notice my serums and moisturizers that I put on after sink in alot better. When I first received this, I thought it would be like the Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant, but this is more abrasive than that one is. 

This exfoliator costs $24.95 on Amazon, and I do find that to be a fair price, but I personalyl would not purchase this myself. 

Would you try this exfoliant? What exfoliator do you like?

Review: Valentia Organic Rosehip Oil

*Disclosure* I received this product complimentary courtesy of Tomoson. All opinions are 100% honest and my own, like always!

Hey guys! Today I'm going to be reviewing Valentia's Organic Rosehip Oil. I think I've said before, but I've been on an oil kick lately with my skin. Plus, it's fun trying out new things!

Here is what the product helps with, taken from Amazon:

-REDUCES FINE LINES & WRINKLES - powerful Vitamin C and Lycopene antioxidants promote healthy cell development, reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and protecting the skin from free radicals which lead to premature aging.

-REDUCES SCARS & BURNS - the presence of high levels of essential fatty acids, which cannot be naturally reproduced by our bodies, work to heal and speed up cell regeneration to reduce the appearance of scars and burns. Naturally occurring vitamin A in Rosehip Oil helps heal and improve scar tissue left behind by acne, dermatitis and psoriasis scarring.

-REHYDRATES SKIN - essential fatty acids work to lock in moisture, hydrate the skin and keep it soft and supple. Get ready to improve your complexion and face the elements.

-EVENS SKIN TONE - repair skin discoloration and damage caused by environmental stresses such as UV damage from overexposure to the sun. Hyper-pigmentation and age spots are dramatically reduced with continued use.

-STRENGTHENS NAILS & HAIR - replenish dry, brittle and damaged hair with density, instant shine and smoothness. Nourish your nails and cuticles to prevent hangnails and breakage.

Ok, so this oil is actually pretty great with my skin. It leaves it feeling soft and hydrated, and I wake up with a glow from within look to my face. I only use it at night as it does leave me pretty shiny. I definitely can't use it in my hair, as it makes my hair feel really greasy, even with the tiniest amount. The only thing I really have an issue with it the scent. I've never used Rosehip Oil before, but the oil in my bottle smells so strange, like spoiled milk or something. I thought maybe it would have a rose scent, but boy was I wrong. I also could've been sent a bad batch, I don't know. I haven't used this oil often because of the scent, but I do like what it does for my skin when I do. At $13.99 for a bottle on Amazon, it's a great price, but buy at your own risk. 

Have you used Rosehip Oil before?

Review: Aztec Secret Indian Healing Clay

Hey everyone! Today I'm going to be reviewing the Aztec Secret Indian Healing Clay, which has been a part of my routine off and on for about a year. I can't believe I haven't done this review sooner, as I am a big fan!

Here is a description of the product taken from Amazon:

Indian healing clays have been used for centuries to beautify and refresh when used as a facial mask. Cleopatra used clay from the Nile River and the Arabian Desert over 1800 years ago, as part of her beauty ritual. German and roman spas have been using clay packs and treatments in the spas they built 4,000 years ago. Many of these spas still exist and use clay even today. Pliney the elder devoted an entire chapter of his "natural history" to the many uses of clay for pimples, black heads and skin tightening. Many famous naturopaths, such as kuhn, just and kneipp have contributed to the revival of the uses of clay through their natural treatments for arthritis and skin ailments. Aztec Indian healing clay- a brief history - the world’s most powerful facial and the use of clay with apple cider vinegar can be dated back to the southern French priest of the16th century, kneipp, and his natural treatments using clay packs and poultices. Throughout history, the use of clay, specifically green clay or bentonite, is well documented. To learn more about clay, look for "our earth our cure" by Raymond Dexteit, translated by Michel Abehsera in your local health food store or book store. Aztec secret Indian healing clay is bentonite clay from Death Valley, California, where it is sun- dried for up to six months in temperatures that sometimes reach 134 degrees. 

This stuff literally looks like dirt, but it's magical dirt! All you have to do is mix equal parts of the clay with apple cider vinegar, spread it on your face, let it dry for 5-10 minutes if you have sensitive skin, or 15-20 minutes for normal skin. I have sensitive skin and can leave it on for 10 minutes. You can also mix this with water, but it gets pretty clumpy and doesn't spread as easily. When I have this on my face, I can feel it tighten alot, but in a good way! It can get pretty tingly too because of the vinegar, and the smell can be pretty pungent. I personally don't mind it as it really helps clean out my pores and controls oil. It's pretty darn messy too, so what I do is put some of the clay and vinegar in a small bowl and mix it that way. I then use a small foundation brush to wipe it over my skin.

My face after it's been on for about 5 minutes

After time is up, I recommend cleaning it off with a warm washcloth and then rinsing any excess off with warm water. I also should say that this can have the potential to clog pipes, so once it's completely rinsed off, put your water faucet all the way on hot and let it run down the drain for a little bit. That seems to do the trick for me. Anyways, once this is all rinsed off and my face is dried, I have pretty red skin for about an hour after using this. If you have sensitive skin like I do, only use this mask at night for that reason. I either then follow up with a hydrating mask, or just a ton of serum/moisturizer. Anything I use on my face after using this mask sinks right into my skin. When I wake up in the morning, my face looks so pretty! My pores look so much smaller, my skin looks calmer, and if I have any breakouts, they're completely gone. 

This product is seriously a miracle worker in my opinion! I'm a mask junkie, and I've used a bunch of different ones. I can safely say this is probably my favorite mask I've ever used to help clear out my pores. It's also super inexpensive too. This whole 1 pound container only costs $9.42, and it's also the #5 product in Beauty on Amazon. If that doesn't tell you it's good, I don't know what does!

Would you try, or have you tried this mask?

Review: Dr. Song 20% Salicylic Acid Gel Peel

*Disclosure* I received this product complimentary for review purposes. Even though this post is sponsored, all opinions will be 100% honest and my own, like always!

Hello everyone! Today I'm going to be reviewing a facial peel for you that I was able to try out and it's the Dr. Song 20% Salicylic Acid Peel. Facial peels can be scary, but this one is pretty good!

Salicylic acid is used to help treat acne, acne scars, wrinkles, large pores and blackheads, oily skin, psoriasis, razor bumps and warts. My skin personally loves salicylic acid because it's the only "acid" that helps with my skin issues, which are large pores, blackheads, oily skin and I do have mild acne. As a teenager it was way worse, but now at 26, it's more hormonal. Even then, salicylic acid was the only thing that helped calm my skin. Most OTC (over-the-counter) products that contain salicylic acid contain at most 2%. This bad boy has pharmaceutical grade 20%, so I knew this would be potent stuff. 

This comes in a dropper style bottle and you put some on a cotton ball/pad and swipe it on the problem areas of the face, avoiding the mouth and eye area. For me, I put it all on my T-zone and also my cheeks as I do have quite large pores there as well. You start off only using it for 1 minute and as you continue use, you can up the time an extra minute if you want to. I'm currently up to 4 minutes as that's all my face can really handle. After the time is up, I rinse with lukewarm water, pat dry my face, and immediately follow up with a hydrating mask which I leave on for as long as possible. Then I use a very hydrating serum and moisturizer and call it a night. In the morning, You have to make sure you're using sunscreen to help protect from the sun.

When I use this, my skin is noticeably different the next morning. It feels softer, my pores look a bit smaller, and my skin is less oily even though I apply a good amount of moisturizer. It's only recommended to use this peel once a week as it can irritate sensitive skin. I do have sensitive skin, and after using this peel, my skin does get quite red. It also tingles quite a bit as the peel is on my skin. It's said that this can cause your skin to peel after a day or so that it's used, but in all honesty, I have not experienced any peeling at all. That could be because I use a hydrating mask afterwards. 

Each bottle contains between 15-20 full facial peels and only costs $14.99 on Amazon. I honestly think that's an incredible deal considering this is a full strength peel you can do in the comfort of your own home. If you have skin like I do, I would give this a try if you're curious about at-home peels. Definitely do a patch test if you have sensitive skin, because sometimes the tingle can be so strong.

Have you tried any at-home facial peels before?

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Review: Adeline Anti-Aging Moisturizer

*Disclosure* I received this product complimentary for review purposes. All opinions are 100% honest and my own, like always!

Hello everyone! Today I'm going to be reviewing the Adeline Anti-Aging Moisturizer, a product that I was really excited to be able to try out. First off, here is a product description taken from Amazon:

5 POWERFUL ANTI AGING INGREDIENTS IN ONE BOTTLE: Adeline's Anti-Aging Face Cream is formulated with 5 powerful ingredients that fight wrinkles and rejuvenate your skin: Matrixyl, Witch Hazel, Hyaluronic Acid, Vitamin C & Vitamin E. The results on your skin are fantastic! You would normally have to purchase multiple creams to attain the benefits that we pack into one of our bottles. Our customers discover they don't want or need to use any other creams on their face after using our skin cream.

SCIENTIFICALLY PROVEN to double the amount of collagen needed to give the skin its elasticity. This means your wrinkles are going to fade and you will no longer be looking at celebrities and other women wondering how they look so young because you now know the secret. Start feeling more confident. Your search for the perfect anti-aging skin cream is over!

GET YOUR TIME BACK: After washing in the morning and evening, it takes just 30 seconds to gently apply the cream to your face, neck and decollete. Skin appears radiant and more plump after use. Over time our customers experience visible improvements in the appearance of wrinkles, fine lines, laugh lines, dry skin and uneven skin.

UNBEATABLE PREMIUM QUALITY: Our face creams are handmade in our FDA-Inspected facility according to strict manufactures guidelines outlined by the GMP right here in the USA. All our products are free from parabens, SLS (Sodium Lauryl Sulfate) & petrochemical derivatives. With no added fragrances and no additives or fillers we are positive you are going to love our anti-aging moisturizer from Adeline.

ADELINE'S RISK FREE PROMISE TO AMAZON CUSTOMERS: "Give this skin cream a try. Feel its effects on your skin immediately. Use it in your daily beauty regimen. You will consider it one of the best skin creams you've ever used OR ELSE we insist on providing you with a 100% money back refund - no questions asked and you can even keep the unused bottle on us." - Adeline Beauty

I've been testing out this moisturizer for about a month now, and I have to say, I really am enjoying it so far! I love that the bottle has a pump, and as you keep using the product, the bottom of the bottle comes up, so I know I'm using every drop! This feels so lovely as I apply it to my face, and it has a light peppermint scent, which I really like. Normally, scents aggravate me, but this one is fine. 

It's quite a potent product, so the one pump you see above is plenty for your entire face and neck. After one application, I noticed my skin looked and felt more hydrated and plump. The freezing cold weather here has really dried out my skin, but this helps me alot. I only use it at night because during the day it made my skin a little greasy. Have I noticed anti-aging benefits? Honestly, no, but I am only 26 so there's nothing really on my skin that needs anti-aging. I do have dehydration lines on my face because of the weather and not drinking enough water, and this moisturizer does help with that temporarily. 

Normally, this product sells for $59.95, but you can find it here on Amazon for only $35.25 right now! If you're like me and only use one pump every night, I can see this bottle lasting about two months or so, so the price isn't bad for the amount of product.

Does this sound like a moisturizer you would try?

Review: InstaNatural Youth Express Eye Serum

*Disclosure* I received this product complimentary for review purposes. All opinions are 100% honest and my own

Hello everyone! I'm going to be talking about yet another product from the brand InstaNatural, and it's their Youth Express Eye Serum. Here is a description of the product:

Youth Express Eye Serum is a highly concentrated blend of invigorating ingredients designed to restore a youthful appearance to the eye area. Our serum contains an advanced Peptide Complex - along with Plant Stem Cells, Matrixyl 3000, Astaxanthin, Kojic Acid, Caffeine, Passionflower, and Vitamins C and E - which help to deliver exceptional results to the under eye area, resulting in a decreased appearance of wrinkles, fine lines, dark circles and puffiness.

Key Ingredients:
+ Vitamin C
+ Plant Stem Cells
+ Astaxanthin
+ Kojic Acid
+ Passionflower
+ Caffeine
+ Hyaluronic Acid
+ Niacinamide
+ Matrixyl 3000

I was so excited I got the chance to try this eye serum out! I've been really into Vitamin C lately since it's a brightening ingredient, and I need all the help I can get in that area lately. As you all may know if you read my blog regularly, I have hereditary dark circles that are such a pain to get rid of. Nothing really helps with them unless I use concealer, and at times that isn't always enough. 

The serum is this bright orange color that I was kind of shocked by. I thought it wouldn't sink in and I'd have an orange rim around my eyes. However, this serum blends in like a dream and leaves no orange cast whatsoever around my eyes. The amount of product shown above is all you need for both eyes as well. It comes out from a dropper and I just put some on one finger and press my finger on my other hand together. I take this product onto my eyelids as well and I haven't had any irritation at all from doing that. Now, I don't have deep wrinkles since I'm only 26, but I do have small dehydration lines because of the cold weather. This serum plumps up those lines and makes my eye area look bright and awake. Once I put on concealer, my dark circles seem to get covered up better. 

I should also mention that this product is made in the USA, contains no harmful parabens, sulfates or alcohol, and is cruelty-free!

I'm definitely excited to keep using this product and hopefully see continued results. I'm very impressed so far. This product normally sells for $47.95, but is currently on sale on Amazon for $21.95. Not a bad price considering you get 1 fluid ounce of product and a little bit goes a long way.

What do you think of this product? Would you try it?

Review: InstaNatural Dead Sea Mud Mask

*Disclosure* I received this product complimentary for review purposes. All opinions are 100% honest and my own!

Hey guys! So today I'm bringing you yet another review of the brand InstaNatural, and it's their Dead Sea Mud Mask. 

Here is a description of the product taken from Amazon.com:

More than a million visitors each year flock to the sacred Dead Sea for a natural remedy for the following:
- Acne & blemishes
- Enlarged pores
- Wrinkles & fine lines
- Body aches
- Irritated or Dry Skin

Our Dead Sea Mud Mask captures the minerals of the Dead Sea waters, along with other nourishing organic ingredients, to provide the ultimate detoxifier & purifier that delivers exceptional results:
- Removes excess dirt, oil, grime & dead skin
- Improves acne and blemishes
- Reduces appearance of wrinkles & fine lines
- Soothes body aches
- Hydrates skin for softness
- Restores even skin tone and texture
- Helps you achieve more vibrant, refined skin

This mask sounds like a miracle product, doesn't it? Well, it pretty much is honestly! With amazing ingredients like Organic Shea Butter, Organic Jojoba Oil, Organic Aloe Vera, Organic Calendula Oil, and Hickory Bark Extract and minerals like magnesium, sodium and bromine this mask helps with so many different skin issues. It's great for oily and dry skin, and helps with acne as well as wrinkles and fine lines. After only using this once, I could tell such a difference in my skin. I've mentioned before that my skin is abnormally dry for some reason, but I've also had some pretty nasty breakouts as well. I used this mask for 15 minutes after cleansing my skin and when I removed it and dried off my face, I was amazed with how my skin looked. My pores looked smaller and alot of the dryness went away. My skin felt hydrated yet completely clean, and the zits I had were not as red and angry looking. 

You get a whopping 16 ounces of product, so this big tub will last quite a while and you don't need alot of product at all to get the job done. This typically retails for $50, but it's on sale on amazon right now for only $25.95. That's such a steal when you think of how much product you get. I'm completely sold on this and I will be purchasing myself once I use up the masks I have.

What do you think of this mask? Do you have a favorite?

Small(ish) Beauty Haul

Hi guys! Today I have a few beauty bits to share with you all that I've purchased recently. I placed a small Sephora order and also bought something from Amazon, and it's pretty exciting!

First up is the Sephora order. All this month on the Sephora site, they're having this little memory game challenge, where you can gets codes for either 1 of 3 deluxe samples, an extra 150 beauty insider points, or 10% off your order. I tried for days because I wanted the 10% off code and I finally got it! I decided to buy the GlamGlow Gift Sexy Mask kit. It comes with a full size of the Thirstymud mask, and two smaller containers of the Supermud and Youthmud masks. This kit did cost $69, which is typically the cost of one mask by itself. I've been loving the Thirstymud mask so much and wanted the full size, so I was glad to see this set and with the extra 10% off, I'd say it was worth it. 

I also decided I wanted to get the Urban Decay Pulp Fiction palette. As you probably know, Urban Decay is probably my favorite brand of eyeshadows, and their palettes are amazing. At first I didn't want this palette because it's a basic neutral, which I have plenty of. I then saw TiffanyD's tutorial on YouTube using this palette, then I wanted it. When I purchased this, it was actually marked down to $16 from the original price of $34. I think it is still available, and if I can find it, I'll link it in this post. It is definitely a basic neutral palette, but I think it looks really nice. 

*Angels singing* I got the Lorac Mega Pro palette!!! I saw so many teasers of this, and thought that the colors were gorgeous but didn't need it since I have the Pro 1 and 2. However, the day it came out, Lorac was posting that it was selling out super fast and it had only been released for a couple hours, but Amazon still had their stock. I then thought, "Okay, I need this now!" So off I went to the Amazon site, and placed my order. 

This. Is. Stunning! At a whopping $59, I was cringing a little after I bought it, but once received in the mail, that went away. These colors are just so gorgeous, and are the same great quality of the Pro 1 and 2. The first two rows are matte, and the bottom two are shimmer. I've already done some looks with this, and have gotten quite a few compliments as well. Definitely money well spent here! Also, this sold out in I think about 4 hours on the Lorac site as well as Amazon, and Amazon only restocked it once and that sold out super fast.

Let me know if you want reviews of anything! I'm not sure if I want to review the Mega Pro palette, only because it's completely sold out and limited edition. If anyone wants a review though, please let me know!

Review: Apothecary Extracts 100% Pure Australian Tea Tree Oil

*Disclosure* This product was provided complimentary for review purposes. Although this post is sponsored all opinions are 100% honest and my own, like always :)

Hi everyone! I was given the awesome opportunity to try out this Apothecary Extracts Tea Tree Oil and I'm so happy with it! I've always loved tea tree oil, but this one is really great stuff.

Tea tree oil is such a versatile essential oil that's got so many uses. Just a few of the things it helps with is acne, lice, skin tags, cold cores, dandruff and warts. You can also use it in many products you already use like shampoo, body soaps and lotions, face cleansers and even toothpaste. 

As of writing this post (September 18th) this huge 4 fluid ounce bottle costs just $24.99 on Amazon and every purchase comes with a recipe book with over 50 uses for tea tree oil! 

I've truly been loving this tea tree oil. I've used tea tree oil before but it was never 100% pure like this one is, and boy is this stuff potent! I've always enjoyed the medicinal smell tea tree oil has but this one is so strong, my husband says it's overpowering. I honestly don't mind it though. My absolute favorite way of using this oil is in my shampoo. When I put my shampoo on my hands, I put 3-5 drops of this in first and rub it all together in my hair. I swear, this has helped me so much with itchiness and dandruff, it's pretty incredible. I think it's better than using anti-dandruff shampoo by itself. Another way I've been using this is to clean my makeup brushes! When I use the baby shampoo I put maybe 2 or 3 drops of this oil in and then swirl my brushes around. Once they're dry, they have the faintest scent of this oil and I really feel like it helps with cleaning and getting nasty bacteria out of my brushes.

I'm definitely excited to get more use out of this oil, and with it coming in such a massive jar for a great price, I see this lasting quite a while for me. I highly recommend you give it a try as a natural alternative to disinfecting. 

Have you tried tea tree oil before? If so, what did you think?




I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

Review: InstaNatural Deep Cleansing Facial Oil & Youth Express Eye Gel

*Disclosure* I received  both products complimentary for review purposes. All opinion are 100% honest and my own, like always!

Hey everyone! Today I'm going to be reviewing two skincare products that I was sent to try out and review. If you know me or have read my blog for any length of time, you know I'm a skincare junkie. I love trying out new products and now that I'm 25, I feel like my skincare is starting to change a little bit. Anyway, this is my review of the InstaNatural Deep Cleansing Facial Oil and the Youth Express Eye Gel.

I'm surprised I like the Deep Cleansing Facial Oil as much as I do! This product is made with organic and natural ingredients such as jojoba oil, olive oil, lavender essential oil, pink grapefruit essential oil, tamanu oil, hemp oil, sea buckthorn oil and geranium essential oil. That's definitely a good amount of different oils, which I was unsure about at first since I do have very oily skin. However, when I pumped out some product (a good 5 to 7 pumps) and started rubbing it on my face, I was impressed by how fast it broke down my makeup. I even used it on my eyes when I had full on eyeshadow and mascara going, and it took that off really well! I do follow up with my normal cleanser and I've been pleased with the results I've been having so far. On Amazon this product typically retails for $49.95, but as of today (September 10th) it's on sale for $19.95! Not a bad price considering how much product you get. 

The Youth Express Eye Gel is interesting. Again, this product is made with organic and natural ingredients such as plant stem cells, Matrixyl 3000 and hyaluronic acid. It's also paraben, sulfate and alcohol free! When I used this for the first time, I put it all around my eyes including my lids and also in between my eyebrows. I immediately got this cooling sensation that I love lately with the warm weather we've been having. This product is supposed to help with puffiness, which I don't particularly have, but there is also a tightening effect so I can see it working. It's also supposed to help diminish the look of dark circles, which to be honest, I haven't noticed much of a difference. Mine are hereditary though so I doubt anything will work miracles for me in that department. Now this eye gel typically retails for $89.99 on Amazon but it's currently on sale for only $21.95! To me, that's an insane price when you get almost 2 ounces of product here and a little bit goes a very long way. 

Overall, I'm very happy with these products! Would I purchase them myself? I'd definitely purchase the facial oil because I'm just shocked that it actually works on my oily skin. I'd have to give the eye gel more time for me to make a decision. Products like that tend to take time for me to decide whether or not I'd buy it again. 

What do you think of these products?


I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.