CrowdTap sampling: COOL MINT® LISTERINE® Antiseptic Mouthwash

I am a member of the Crowdtap LISTERINE® rewards program, and LISTERINE® sent me a sample of its LISTERINE COOL MINT® Antiseptic to review.  I am a big believer in good dental hygiene and that means starting with brushing and flossing at least twice a day. In the past few years I have added mouthwash and rinse to my regular routine. I see a big difference and so does my dentist. 

COOL MINT® LISTERINE® Antiseptic Mouthwash is easy to use and add to a good dental hygiene routine. I noticed a big difference when I added the Listerine to my daily dental care. My mouth felt super clean and fresh after rinsing with the Listerine. It had a fresh, minty flavor that lasted for hours. I felt confident each day to meet with clients and discuss challenging work opportunities. On the weekends I felt good about socializing and spending time with friends. Using Listerine is a great way to kill bacteria where your toothbrush and floss miss plus leave you feeling fresh and confident. 

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Beauty Box 5 November 2015 Subscription Box #altchekmd #moodmatcher #shopkaunis #lafresh #theallnaturalface @beautybox5

Disclosure: I was not financially compensated for this post. I received the products for review purposes. The opinions are my own, based on my personal experience with the products.

 

I love it....Beauty Box five has the fun beauty ideas for every day of the year whether it is spring, summer, fall or winter.  Each month my little blue box from BB5 helps me manage to keep it all together at work and at home to freshen up my glam look no matter what the day holds for me.  BB5 shows you how you can squeeze in quality beauty time into even the days you gotta speed things along with a few little marvy products.  Check out all the trendiest of autumn into winter fashions now that the cooler weather is rolling in! Don't forget to share your fave beauty and style finds with friends too. Take a peek at a few beauty goodies to go along with your fall fashions and maybe grab a few extra for friends. A BB5 subscription makes a great gift any friend would appreciate all year long.  

Everyone loves getting the inside scoop. I like trying new beauty products from sunscreens to lipsticks and find that I often find new faves.  That is one of the great things about BB5.  You can try lots of new things and sub in new favorites without being stuck with a huge bottle of this or that. I happens to the best of us even with green intentions. Sometimes I look at a product in the store but I worry it might not be for me and I don't want to spend all that money if I don't know that I really like it.  Who needs something else to sit on the bathroom shelf or take up more room in a drawer? I would always feel guilty. Every once in a while you get lucky and the store has a sample or perhaps a beauty company sends you a sample and you get to try it first.  That is the premise behind BB5. 

The ideal solution for all of us is brought to you by Beauty Box 5. They understand  and created their great sampling box program. Beauty Box 5 is an amazing subscription beauty box sampler that is delivered right to your doorstep (or mailbox) filled with a combination of 5 brand new cosmetic samples monthly, quarterly or annually. You can start out at just $12 a month or save more by getting a longer subscription. Signing up to receive Beauty Box 5 each month is a great new way for anyone from teens to moms to sample new cosmetic products and see what works for you.  Each month they include tips and tricks for the products on the back of this little card below to help you get the most out of your beauty samples each month.

Beauty Box 5 is always on the lookout for the latest new items to make the best matches for your own personal taste and lifestyle.  The prices are reasonable too. You can get a Beauty Box 5 monthly for $12, quarterly for $30 or annually for just $99.  Shipping is always free.  A fun way to check out lots  of the new beauty stuff out there without a whole lot of $$ investment. The great part is that if you like something, you can just up and buy the full size item, right?  Much better than buying a full size you-know-what-beauty-item and paying a fortune and then it sits in the makeup bag gathering dust because it doesn't work for you.

Beauty Box 5 mixes it up with their brands and keeps things adventurous. They source from a mix of niche, luxe, regular drugstore, vegan and eco-conscious brands.  One month you might get hair care, nail care, makeup, skin care, fragrances or even beauty accessories or a mix of any of the above.  I love the suspense!  You will get a carefully curated blend of travel, full-size and deluxe samples from their most current collection.
   

I just received the November Your Basics Never Have to be Boring Box this week.  The November theme is all about boosted basics as part of your everyday beauty regimen.  Just how do you add a bit of zip to your everyday fall routine? Let BB5 help you out! The team at Beauty Box 5 wants to remember that sometimes you just need a tweak here and there to add a boost to your everyday look.  A few fresh colors do wonders to let you shine through the sunny but chillier days of fall even if you aren't walking the runway this week. Beauty Box 5 is here with a ton of special treats to help you along the way.  Here is the scoop on the amazing treats that were in this sweet sea blue November box:

As always It was chock full of amazing goodies that I could not wait to try. There were items for my hands, face and body tucked in there this month.  Lots of special items to keep me looking fresh and alluring wherever the cool fall days take me from work to play.  They take me all over too but hopefully not too far from home. We will have to see. I am one busy mama as always.

The first item in this box is a LaFresh good day day moisturizer.  All those workouts each day (and sometimes twice a day) require me to keep my skin clean so I don't get any breakouts. That's just fine but I need to moisturize really well so my skin doesn't get all dried out.  I like this light and gentle formula. I knit iced that it absorbed very quickly into  my skin.  Retail: $40. 

Kaunis shared a lovely Anti-Aging Facial Mask with us this month. Between the depuffing eye pads (see below) and this anti-aging mask I feel like I have had a lovely luxe facial.  It feels great when I put it on and my skin looked so much fresher after I took it off. What a difference and it only takes a few minutes. I need to use this more often because my skin looked so much fresher. I would try this again before an evening out to give me a fresh, more youthful look.  This could be a great part of a sweet spa basket gift for a friend along with a few other items for a special treat. Let's not forget our friends this season. A deal at $25.00.

This Moodmatcher Luxe Twist Stick for the lips is the perfect way to add some pretty and fun color to lips anytime you want. It glides on my lips quickly and has a creamy feel. Mine was a tangerine orange color but within minutes it transformed to a perky deep pink. It lasted for hours too without drying out my lips. It changes as it reacts with your lips. Love the retro feel...reminds me of my '70s mood rings. Sometimes its nice to have a brighter color. If the pretty pink color that this one transformed into didn't get your attention, I don't know what will. This is priced reasonably too so enjoy...pick up a few other Luxe colors for friends or to add to keep your look fresh all winter long. It is enriched with Aloe Vera and Vitamin E.  This would also be perfect as part of a super cute little treat tucked into a stocking for your best friend, your girls.  At this price I can collect a few more. Retail: $4.99  

I love my fresh cheek and lip color from The All Natural Face. I received Dusky Rose. I am always happy to add to my makeup collection anytime at all since a bit of color always adds some freshness. Even better since this vegan line feel safe on my lips and cheeks. The container is tiny so it is Ulta-stashable too. This little container is the perfect size to add color and stash it for a touch up later on as needed. This is an ideal option for for a pop this fall because it adds just the right color with about 5 ingredients total. I use a bit of blush most every day even on the weekends.  My everyday makeup routine includes some kind of color on my cheeks and lips to keep me looking healthy. It is even more important in the fall. I am thrilled because this one goes on smoothly so I can swipe on some defining color in a flash. Even if I am in a rush a fresh swipe on my cheeks and lips really adds to my look.  Perfect on my busy days when I just want a bit of color to keep me looking youthful. I am looking forward to using this one during the fall. A good deal at $4.99.

The final item in this precious box is package of AltchekMD DePuff Eye Pads. Who doesn't need help with getting rid of that puffy look and those pesky fine lines. Okay, maybe you might not need it so much but perhaps you are 23. Just wait sister. These little tiny packages are like gold to me. Each pack has a pair of eye pads that really hydrate and reduce puffiness even if you indulged a wee too much with food and drink. I like it because it gives me an opportunity to relax and close my eyes for a few minutes too.   A secret beauty steal!

So, are you ready to get in on the fun? The ladies from BB5 have put together another really amazing box full of beauty fun perfect to take you straight through fall and winter. Don't forget to join Beauty Box 5 and get in on the goodies to keep you looking fab all four seasons.

After you join, you can even spread your good fortune via Instagram and have an opportunity to win full-size versions of these products too! Don't forget to tag @beautybox5 and #bb5fave that way they know that it was you spreading the love around!

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe would be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.

Chris Tomlin ADORE: CHRISTMAS SONGS OF WORSHIP Christmas Album #Adore #FlyBy @flybypromotions #giveaway

Can you believe Christmas is almost here? Thanksgiving just started sneaking up right after Halloween...I don't know how it all happened so fast. It seems to do that every single year. Hee, hee, okay maybe I get a little busy between work, family, trying to squeeze in fitness and fun. What can you do when you are a busy mama? Well, just in time to get you in the right mind set and mood Chris Tomlin's New Christmas album ADORE: CHRISTMAS SONGS OF WORSHIP is here. If you are like me you will just love Chris Tomlin's music and this Christmas CD will get you right in the proper mood. 

This new Christmas album released recently on October 23, 2015.  It features some of those classic Christmas songs with a mix of original Christmas songs all by the wonderful Chris Tomlin.  There are special guest performances from Lauren Daigle, All Sons and Daughters, Crowder, and more on this album.   This is just what we all need and the timing could not have been better. Here is a list of all the beautiful songs on the album:

Songs:

1. He Shall Reign Forevermore

2. Adore

3. Midnight Clear (Love Song)

4. Noel featuring Lauren Daigle 

5. Hymn Of Joy 

6. Silent Night featuring Kristyn Getty 

7. What Child Is This? featuring Sons & Daughters 

8. It's Christmas

9. A King Like This

10. Bethlehem

11. A Christmas Alleluia featuring Lauren Daigle & Leslie Jordan of All Sons & Daughters 

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I think they are all beautiful and the perfect thing to relax with as you are spending time with family all through December. The best part is that I have an extra copy to give away to one of my lucky readers. Don't forget to enter my Rafflecopter giveaway below to win your own. Good luck!a Rafflecopter giveaway

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 Only one entrant per mailing address, per giveaway. If you have won a prize from our sponsor Propeller / FlyBy Promotions in the last 30 days, you are not eligible to win. If you have won the same prize on another blog, you are not eligible to win it again. Winner is subject to eligibility verification.”

UpNature Neem Oil 4 OZ works in the home, garden and even for skin and hair #NeemOil4oz

If you haven't heard about Neem Oil you need to try it. One of my clients told me about it a few years ago when I was lamenting about the fungus on my bamboo plants. A few treatments with Neem Oil on the branches and leaves and the fungus was gone. This natural oil has properties that really work well to prevent pest infestation on indoor plants and even in the garden. It is a much better option versus those icky chemicals. You can even use it on the skin and in the hair as a moisturizer. It has a slight scent so it would probably be good blended with other oils. It is a great all around oil that can be use in a multitude of ways. 

This is truly premium quality 100% pure, gentle and effective natural Neem Oil. This is produced without any toxins, additives and it is unfiltered and undiluted. The Neem Oil from UpNature is therapeutic grade. It is packaged in the USA.

If you have hair issues, Neem Oil can help add shine and gloss to your hair. Everyone's hair can use a little bit of luster especially once the weather gets cold. UpNature suggests you try a daily application of Neem Oil to support the health of your hair and scalp. Neem oil is a great solution for frizzy or rough hair. A simple option is to add a few drops of neem oil in your shampoo before applying it on your scalp. Wash your hair as usual and you will notice the difference pretty quickly too! Neem oil is considered a great support against hair loss. It can support hair growth, and the quality of hair.

As I mentioned earlier, Neem oil is considered quite useful when it's applied daily to young plants. Neem oil is commonly used in the form of an insecticide. It's non-toxic to birds, wildlife, fish and bees. Neem oil can be used to treat a number of garden ailments, including insects, fungus and even viruses. 

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe would be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.

Modern Wood and Glass Salt and Pepper Grinder Set #kitchenclassique

This pretty Salt and Pepper Grinder set has a fresh, modern look that is perfect in my kitchen. The blond wood and glass set fits the my style perfectly. This modern glass and wood salt and pepper grinder set features a clean design that would also make a pretty gift. It is stylish and elegant enough for every day use.  Each set contains one salt grinder and one pepper grinder which can hold 3/4 cup of salt, peppercorns or any other spice.  It has a generously sized glass reservoir so you can choose your spices. Just note that salt and pepper are not included though they are depicted on the box and in the photos here.

This set was built for combined convenience plus function. The grind is easily adjustable from a fine to coarse blend. This set is a cinch to refill and doesn't make a mess like my old grinder. They are large enough that you don't have to constantly refill the salt and pepper grinders. These are the perfect size to cut down on constant refills without being bulky. When you do have to refill, the clear glass body will let you know when it's time. No surprises. The pretty wood top easily screws off revealing a wide opening for easy and mess-free refills. It really has a classic design too.  Take a peek at the wood and glass and look at the quality of the grinder. You can see this unique duo is a professional, sleek addition to any kitchen.  The top truly is the final touch for this beautiful set. No loud electrical grinders here means no batteries required--only a few effortless twists with your hand to experience that fresh Himalayan pink salt, pepper, or other spice.

You can pick up this elegant salt and pepper mill on Amazon for easy shopping anytime. 

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe would be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.

Shielo Vibrancy Hydrating Conditioner is organic--it works beautifully to leave my hair hydrated without sulfates #madefromearth

 

Each season seems to have it's own issues that provides challenges to maintain pretty skin and hair. Last winter was very hard on my skin. My skin can be a little dry but this winter? Holy cow....my hands, my feet and even my scalp get so dry. The last thing I wanted to do was resort to chemical options for shampoos and conditioners so I was interested to try out a new option to me from Shielo. They have a whole line of shampoo and conditioners that are organic and free of chemicals and sulfates. This is a totally natural shampoo and conditioner that contains ingredients like plant proteins, shea butter, sea silk and peptides. 
 
My hair gets very dry in the fall and winter and I like the idea of using a hydrating conditioner like this one from Shielo.  I have noticed how great my hair feels after showering and applying this gentle moisturizing conditioner. I love the scent too. It feels gentle on my skin and does not cause any irritation. I like that I can use this conditioner every time I wash my hair and it styles beautifully. It has a nice blend of shea butter and sea silk which adds moisture back into my hair and scalp but feels light.

Chemicals, chemicals, chemicals. Icky, icky icky...and I like that there this is an organic conditioner that is produced cruelty free. As important as what is in a conditioner, what is NOT in it is just as important to me. Shielo conditioner is totally sulfate free and paraben free and it is a totally luxurious formula. That makes me feel even better about using it. The lack of sulfates means that it is safe for me to use even with my twice yearly keratin treatments to keep my hair smooth. This conditioner is for external use only.  I feel good about using it or letting my tween use it on her hair too.

You can find this refreshing Shielo Vibrancy Hydrating Conditioner right on Amazon for easy shopping anytime.

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After Sun Organic Cucumber Lotion by Made from Earth #madefromearth

My skin gets very dry no matter what the season. I am diligent about protecting it with SPF but even so, after a day outside at the beach, out running or hiking, my skin feels so dry. I have noticed how great my skin feels after showering and applying this refreshing and cooling lotion. It feels gentle on my skin and does not cause any irritation. I like that I can use this cucumber lotion anywhere on my body or face. It has a nice blend of shea butter and aloe vera which adds moisture back into my skin but feels light. The cucumber cooling gel absorbs quickly and my skin feels nice after I use it. 

This is an organic cucumber lotion that the Made from Earth recommends for use after sun  or to moisturize facial skin or anywhere on the body. This is for external use only.  I love that you can even use it under the eyes as a specialized eye treatment. The best part of the lovely cooling gel is that all ingredients are organic and free of harmful chemicals. I feel good about using it or letting my tween use it on her skin.

You can find this refreshing Organic Cucumber Lotion Cooling Gel right on Amazon for easy shopping anytime.
 
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Plans tonight? Get a great after-hours look thanks to @Dove #ad #HairConfidence

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Allergen Spray by Allergy Asthma Clean really helps stop my allergies #AAC

I don't know what I am allergic to but the sneezing is just endless sometimes. The same with my daughter. Perhaps it is dust mites or some other type of allergen...all I know is that it makes me nuts. This Allergen Spray really helps to reduce the issue.  I know several friends who have pets and the dander can aggravate allergies. Allergy Asthma Clean has shared that their allergy spray can help all of the above allergies. One of the best things is that this is the original and only 100% mineral based anti-allergen product out there that truly reduces airborne allergens. 

I make it a point to avoid chemicals and products with long laundry lists of ingredients that I don't understand. I am a smart woman and I stick to products that can help my family without additives that can be questionable. Allergen Spray is free of: alcohols, enzymes, bacteria, fragrances, and plant-based ingredients that can cause allergic reactions. I love that Allergen Spray is safe to use on carpeting, upholstery, window curtains, vehicle interiors, pet bedding and many more items. I always like to do a spot test somewhere not visible before using on any fabric for the first time just to be sure. The best part of Allergen Spray? It is safe for children, pets and the planet. It is totally non-toxic. It contains no VOCs. It is completely hypoallergenic. The bottle is made of PETE. Truly, what more can you ask of an allergy spray?

This natural Allergen Spray works to reduce allergies to pets, dust mites and even cockroaches by up to 95%. Listen, if you live in some cities like NYC or in warm weather like in Florida or down south those pests are very common. How do you use it?: Simply spray it into the air to reduce allergic reactions. It can also be used safely on any soft surfaces such as carpet, upholstery, draperies, bedding and pet areas to keep allergies at bay. 

The big question is how does Allergen Spray work? In the air and on soft surfaces, the ingredients surround the proteins of saliva, the sebaceous glands and feces from dogs and cats that cause allergies. The ingredients drop these icky proteins to the ground and dehydrate them. Your allergic reaction to pets is kept to a minimum. You can use it twice a week or as often as needed 

*Third party verification proves Allergy Asthma Clean products reduce up to 95%* of allergens with a single application (depending on conditions). Allergen Spray is delivered without water in a 1 Liter (33.8oz) bottle. All you do is add water to the bottle when it arrives like I did. Shake the bottle, then you're ready to experience a reduction in your allergy symptoms. 

* third party verified. What is in Allergy Asthma Clean household cleaners: A blend of mineral concentrates including carbonates, baking soda and zeolite.

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe would be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.