Quaker REAL MEDLEYS Summer Berry Oatmeal Review

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Once again, Influenster has found me some new things to get excited about.  I received a new Quaker oatmeal the other day as part of my Holiday 2012 VoxBox. I was pretty surprised by the taste and texture of this new REAL MEDLEYS by Quaker. It’s radically different from most of the other ready-made oatmeal I tried before. The Summer Berry flavor included multi-grains, strawberries, raspberries, & blueberries. Quaker Real Medley’s come in four different flavors:  Apple Walnut, Summer Berry, Peach Almond and Cherry Pistachio.  They all sound pretty good to me, especially after being kind of impressed with the Summer Berry. All of the oatmeal varieties range from 250 -290 calories.  The ingredients are pretty simple and I like that they start with the oats and multi-grains. 

To cook you just add water and microwave for 45 seconds. I have to say though, I always add skim milk to my oatmeal instead of water. I think it adds more nutrition and bang for your buck. You could always sub soy milk or almond milk if you prefer too. Either way, you can’t get much easier than that! Quaker REAL MEDLEYS are tasty, satisfying and convenient.  I definitely think these are a great option for busy mornings. I love that you could eat them on the way to work if you commute by public transportation too. You can buy them for about $1.79 each which is pretty reasonable considering how convenient they are! I know they do cost more than a big container of oatmeal but you have to take into consideration the additional ingredients and pure convenience. Give them a try and let me know what you think!

Disclaimer:  I received product complimentary for testing purposes through Influenster.  As always, all opinions are my own.

Olay Total Effects Tone Correcting CC Cream #OlayCC

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I have been using Olay products for years now.  I know I can count on them for everything from cleansing to moisturizing and even a bit of color too.  My mom got me started when I was a teen and I credit my great skin to so many of the beauty innovations from Olay.

I just heard through the Vogue Influencer Network about the latest innovation from Olay.  It is Olay Total Effects Tone Correcting CC Cream.  It  treats seven signs of aging while providing instant color correction.  I love the combination of beauty and protection with a hint of color! The tinted formula comes in three shades and includes UV protection. Olay's CC Cream includes ingredients that treat skin over time delivering long-term benefits.   I didn't receive any samples on this product though I would have loved to get one.  I will just have to look for it at Rite Aid this week! 

Versace Holiday and Christmas Gifts to Thrill plus a great video

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This Christmas holiday season Versace has partnered with two incredible charitable tastemakers.   The model Elettra Wiedemann and superstar blogger Rumi Neely both celebrate the season of giving in style and charity. Each tastemaker has  personally selected their own favorite Versace gifts for the holiday and chose a charity that will receive 10% of the proceeds from the purchase. Watch the gift guide video where both ladies share their Versace gift ideas along with their personal family traditions.

NYC New York Color Liquid Lipshine Lipgloss

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I was a very lucky girl this Christmas and Hanukkah season.  Influenster recently sent me the Holiday VoxBox 2012 full of goodies including this great lipgloss, LIQUIDLipshine from NYC New York Color. I love the color they sent me, Nude York City 582. It is a glossy, shiny and very moisturizing lipgloss. I love how it makes my lips look and feel. It is portable too so you can tote it anywhere in a tiny purse or even in your pocket.

Nude York City 582  is a great neutral color but they have TONS of different colors---check them out!  These are the perfect gloss for every Christmas party and New Years eve bash in 2012 and will help you ring in the new year for 2013.

The greatest part is that NYC New York Color Liquid Lip Shine is a lipcolor that gives you seriously high-drama color at a seriously low price--$2.49. Pure pigments give a 3-D effect that’s off-the-charts glossy. Tons of hot new shades, from preppy nudes to bold statement hues – all for less than one fashion magazine. See where you can buy your fave color of NYC New York Color Liquid Lipshine Lipgloss here.

Disclaimer:  I received product complimentary for testing purposes through Influenster.  As always, all opinions are my own.