Beauty Box 5 May 2016 Save a Mermaid @beautybox5 #briogeo #appealcosmetics #mystictan #glamourdollsmakeup #elizabethmott

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.  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 special products.  Check out all the trendiest of autumn fashions now that the long, hot days of summer are starting to fade! Don't forget to share your fave finds and share with friends too. Take a peek at a few beauty goodies to go along with your pretty 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 beauty 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 May Save a Mermaid Box this week.  The May theme  albout staying pretty in or out of the ocean (or pool!). Beauty Box 5 always has all the tools and tricks to help you look pretty from your head to your toes.  Okay, but just how do you get your hair, lips, eyes and nails looking just so? Let BB5 help you out! The team at Beauty Box 5 wants to remember you are it is all about taking care of yourself.  They show you just how to style your hair and eliminate the frizzies. They give you the tools to freshen up your nails super fast and glam them up with hot winter colors. This month the focus is on the skin and face. 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 March box:

As always, my box was filled with of lovely goodies that I could not wait to try. There were treats for my hands, face and body tucked in there this month.  There were several special items to keep me looking fresh and alluring wherever I go.  Even if it is far from home I will still be looking good with all my goodies stashed in my bag.

The first item in this box is a sample package of Rosarco Milk Reparative Leave-in Spray. My hair gets so dry I am always looking for a simple, moisturizing solution to keep it looking smooth and manageable. I  always need all the extra love I can get for my hair since my time is limited but I must l. I am always on the lookout for anything that can make me look better on the way out the door.These ppl good. This lightweight spray is super moisturizing and even protects against UV rays. It only takes a minute to make a big difference. Retail $20 

I am super careful about sunscreen and caring for my skin but it still does feel nice to have a tiny kiss of color. It just looks like I haven't been holed up in my dungeon working like a loony...even though I have. Summer brings on longer days but no matter how tired I am I know a little bit of color makes a big difference. Busy days and nights call for fast options to keep myself looking wakey-wakey without layers of makeup.  Mystic Tan Mocha-Kyssed Bronzer Lotion does the e trick for me. Even when my days are long I can count on a bit of moisturizer, BB cream and go!  Retail: $35.00

Appeal Cosmetics Luxurious Lipstick in Crush is the perfect option for my mermaid cosmetic bag. This vibrant lipstick adds pigment while keeping my lips hydrated. Looking good on busy days doesn't have to be complicated in the summer. Moisturizer, mascara and I can't go out the door without lip color. Consider this pretty option perfect for your make-up bag everyday, purse and travel. Pretty hydrating color on my lips in a snap? Yes you can! Get bright this summer and stand out with this pretty coral lipstick.  Retail $29

Even in the summer my lashes need some solid color and definition that hangs in there through the beach and pool. Not all waterproof mascara brands are the same. If you are looking for a good one you might want to think about this Glamour Mermaid Lashes Splash Proof Mascara. You only need a little bit to add some defining color that sticks around all day.  Defined lashes add that extra little zip for any day. This brand sticks around all day and does not smudge on me.  I like not having to worry in the summer but having the confidence that long, lush lashes give me.  An excellent deal at $4.99.

Forget boring, standard black liner this summer! If you are ready for some mermaid glamour and just a tiny bit of sparkle, you have to try the new Elizabeth Mott You're So Fine Liquid Line. You only need a little bit of sparkle in the summer to add to a special look and this is the ticket to shine.  You can add some subtle sparkle to your eyes that sticks around all night long with this liquid liner. I have used other Elizabeth Mott cosmetics and I find the brand to be reasonably priced and effective. This liner is right on the mark. It has just enough sparkle and doesn't irritate my eyes. It stayed put all evening long. Retail $18.00

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 into spring and even summer. 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 good tips and great products!

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.

evian® Facial Spray for beautiful skin all summer long #DayAtTheBeach @brandbacker @evianspray #sponsored

What is summer without heading to the beach? I love spending time at our family beach house. We are  right on the beach so we spend hours relaxing or running on the beach and dipping our feet in the water. Of course I start my day at home with clean skin and a good SPF sunscreen every single time. Skin protection is a must in our home but even with a good sunscreen skin gets dry when you are outside in the sun and surf all day. Pure, natural skincare from the French Alps, evian® Facial Spray is beneficial for any skin type at any age but especially in the summer. Days at the beach can really dry out my skin. evian® Facial Spray as a convenient and necessary “must-have” makeup and skincare item for hot temperatures, travel, and the many unexpected elements of summer that can leave us parched and dry. I am careful with the sunscreen but if I get a small sunburn from a spot I missed (darn it!) I know evian can help add moisture back in to my skin there as well. I just tuck a bottle of evian® Facial Spray right into my portable soft side cooler that I bring to the beach. I can reach in a spray it on my skin anytime for a cool mist of refreshing natural skincare all day long. 

I keep evian® Facial Spray on hand all the time to keep my skin looking fresh and dewy no matter what I am doing. evian has a unique, balanced, mineral content and exquisitely fine micro-droplet mist that allows skin to better absorb its hydration and keep a fresh, natural look. This favorite of skincare and makeup professionals is affordable luxury for me and you at its best. I love that it is available in three convenient sizes too. I can stash a container in my beach bag, in my purse or even in my backpack. evian® Facial Spray is leak-proof and environmentally friendly too. It comes in a 1.7 oz. travel size (TSA approved), 5 oz. for beach tote or purse and an economical 10 oz. for use at home. evian is a classic beauty secret that comes all the way from the French Alps. No other water has the same mineral content as evian. It is my summer beauty secret that keeps my skin looking fresh and dewy even after a day at the beach. I know I can head out to dinner or walk along the boardwalk and look gorgeous and fresh anytime. I like how I can pull my evian out at any time and give my skin a spritz and freshen up too.I love the feel of my skin when I spray my evian. The exquisitely fine mist produced by evian® Facial Spray penetrates and rehydrates the upper layers of the skin naturally. evian has a unique mineral balance along with exceptional purity which is perfect for sensitive, dry, normal or oily skin. It leaves my skin feeling refreshed and looking radiant. This is my go-to summer beauty secret. I keep a few bottles on hand at my beach house so I have it on hand for myself and my guests all summer long.

The reality is that the sun and salt water just pull that moisture from your skin. An easy way to keep your skin hydrated throughout the day is by using cooling and refreshing evian® Facial Spray. Don’t forget sunscreen though! A bit of fascinating history with evian that I didn't know. evian Facial Spray was originally introduced in France in 1962 at the request of doctors for use on burn patients. It was the first facial water spray in France and was introduced as the first facial spray in the United States in 1978. evian is the only facial spray to be carried by many prestige retail stores and websites including Nordstrom and Sephora. Thanks to its gentle and unique mineral balance, the benefits of evian® Facial Spray go far beyond refreshment. Get smart before you hit the beach or shore and pick up a bottle or two of evian® Facial Spray and add it into your summer skincare routine. 

I like that I can feel confident using evian anywhere on my face or body. The French Government has extremely stringent standards for approving mineral waters as suitable to drink. Evian Facial Spray is the only mineral water spray in the USA to contain such a water and the only one with a companion drinkable bottled mineral water. The Evian brand can be found now in over 120 countries worldwide. You can really get your skin ready for summer and enter to win a gift package from Evian.  5 lucky winners will receive a summer prize package which includes:

• A $25 Sephora Gift Card
• 10 oz evian® Facial Spray
• 5 oz evian® Facial Spray
• Three 1.7 oz. travel size evian® Facial Sprays
(total package -- over a $75 value)

Enter to win the evian summer prize package here. 

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.

WonderEsque Compact Spiralizer #Wonderesque

I just love the WonderEsque Vegetable Spiralizer for making healthy meals fast. It even comes with a cleaning brush. I can create yummy lunches or dinners that are based on fresh ingredients like eggplant, zucchini, yellow squash, carrots and more.  It makes it easy to make novel Asian recipes that used to be a real challenge. It comes with a THICK Spiral Blade, THIN Spiral Blade and RIBBON blade. The blades automatically de-core your fruit and veggies (apple, pear, cucumber) as an added bonus.  

This fun vegetable and fruit spiralizer even has a built-In storage compartment which saves me space. The other 2 blades store neatly in the spiralizer when not in use. It really can be a space saver in the kitchen since it is 40% smaller and more compact than other spiralizers out there. It is made of high quality plastic that easily comes apart for cleaning. The WonderEsque Spiralizer fits in almost any drawer or cabinet too. It is perfect for small kitchens. It is made from super sturdy and strong ABS plastic, backed by a 2 year company warranty.

It is so simple to clean: It breaks into multiple pieces so you can wash them more easily. Super fast and easy!  Even kids can spiralize fruits and veggies wiith your supervision. It works for zucchini pasta, beetroot spirals, potato fries, squash, sweet potato, onions and more. It has a strong suction cup with a secure crank: Perfectly secure your high quality WonderEsque Spiral Slicer with an extra strong suction cup that holds the gadget into place on your counter. You are ready to make healthy meals anytime.
 

You can find this compact Vegetable Spiralizer right on Amazon. 

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.

Re-think ingredient disclosure in the products you buy! #ComeClean @seventhgeneration #FreeSample

You can learn more about Seventh Generation products, including their laundry detergent, which provides a real clean with no artificial brighteners, dyes or fake scents.  In the meantime, learn more about some of their great products with their #ComeClean campaign at 7gen.us/comeclean! It's time to demand ingredient disclosure on the products you use to clean your home!

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.

BYB 2 in 1 Mini Camping Lantern Flashlight is great to have on hand for emergencies or everyday use #BYB

 

I can never have too much light or too many tools. It just can't possibly happen. I was impressed to see this mini but completely versatile flashlight and lantern arrive at my doorstep recently. This is small enough to fit in my pocket or purse but puts out a ton of bright light for any need, even an emergency. The various settings make it good for all kinds of environments and tasks too.  A few pieces of key information about this mini camping lantern:

★ Mini tiny and lightweight, Multifunctional convenience allowing you to adapt to any environment
★ Dimming switch adjusts from high, low for lighting & strobe for emergencies
★ Light Weight, Solid & Weatherproof design, essential for any outdoor & indoor activities
★ Powered by 3 AAA alkaline batteries(NOT INCLUDED)
 

You are going to be totally rethinking how you can use a flashlight after you see this BYB 2 in 1 lantern. If you are thinking that flashlight can only be use to hang around in a corner, you got it all wrong. This  BYB 2 in 1 Mini Camping Lantern Flashlight puts out a ton of light. It has a high output 200 Lumen Cree LED Lamp built in that has with 3 adjustable modes. It's perfect for travelers, hikers, campers, hunters, missionaries, sportsmen/women and fishermen.

This versatile flashlight and lantern is waterproof, quite durable and reliable too. Tucking this little light into your pocket, purse, backpack or glove box is the best way to be certain that you have a perfect lightning all the time. It is built with a super bright lamp that boasts a superior lumen level, long beam length and remarkable beam intensity.

BYB 2 in 1 Mini Camping Lantern Flashlight is created to function as the ideal item for anybody looking for a high quality option that will last and provide the durability you want.  Don't forget to pick up AAA batteries since it is powered by 3 AAA alkaline batteries that are not included. This lantern functions either as a space filling lantern or as a fine flashlight. Just choose whether you keep the frosted globe as is or slide it up or down to change from lantern to flashlight or back again.  It has a smooth operation.
The max output is 200 lumens. Height 8.15", weight: 258g. It was designed to be hung high up with the hanging loop to add light to any room or tent. It has a durable base with extendable feet for additional stability.

This is the device you want on hand during a power outage/emergency and calamity rescue or when you are looking for tools in your garage. Perfect for camping or hiking.  No worries if you develop a flat tire or have engine trouble in the middle of dark road because you have the perfect lighting tool.

You can find this handy BYB 2 in 1 Mini Camping Lantern Flashlight right on Amazon for easy shopping anytime.

RoC® MULTI CORREXION® 5 in 1 Chest, Neck and Face Cream @crowdtap #womenwhoroc

I received a free sample of RoC® MULTI CORREXION® 5 in 1 Chest, Neck and Face Cream via Crowdtap. This cream is a wonderful way to moisturize and correct the face, chest and neck all at once. That is a true timesaver for a busy mama like me who has to look presentable each and every day. My clients notice every little thing and I only want them to notice how fresh and youthful I look. This is a winner for that very reason. 

In fact, it was specially formulated to help your chest and neck to look as radiant as your face. I am all for that since I have no interest in having my chest and neck reveal my age. I work hard to eat healthy and take good care of my body from head to toe and it is a real challenge. 

I am a busy mom but I am careful to care for my skin and to protect it every day. I have a high pressure busy job that has me out and about all day in my car visiting clients. Even with a high SPF sunscreen every single day I could see that I needed to do more for my chest, face and neck on a regular basis. This new cream from RoC makes it easy since it is a one-stop shop for a busy mama like me. It was formulated with SPF 30 plus great ingredients that help to improve radiance for my chest, neck and face all at once. I just don't have time to keep three different products in stock and remembering to use three different things every day? That is just not happening. That is exactly why I was so excited to try this out. 

The RoC® MULTI CORREXION® 5 in 1 Chest, Neck and Face Cream feels great on my skin and did not cause any irritation. It absorbed quickly and I could put on my makeup and just go-go-go. I noticed a difference in about a week. My skin had a definitive glow and I actually received several compliments out of the blue on how great I looked. That is a big improvement, since before I started using this cream the only comments I might hear were how tired I looked. Yikes...not what you want to hear. What an ego booster to hear how GREAT I looked after trying RoC® MULTI CORREXION® 5 in 1 Chest, Neck and Face Cream. Shhh, don't tell anyone my little secret, but thanks RoC! 

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