Beauty Box 5 February 2016 Birthday Sweets Subscription Box @beautybox5 #beautybox5 #hempnation #epicblend #starlooks #elizabethmott #mannakadar

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 February Birthday Sweets Box this week.  The February theme is all about celebrations and why not? Beauty Box 5 just turned 4. It happened so quickly and even though they are growing up fast they always have 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 February 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 the chilly winter days take me from work to play.  They take me near and far too but hopefully not too far from home this winter. 

The first item in this box is a full size package of Hemp Nation Kiwi-Mango Body Wash I just adore a fruity body wash. I am always on the lookout for new washes and creams like this one to add a some freshness into my showers during the cold winter months. This gentle body wash smells just heavenly. By the way, I almost lost it completely to an unnamed tween but I was able to reclaim it and get at least one shower out of the container.  Retail: $7.99

What is a busy mama to do when she works long days but needs to look fresh all day long? Unfortunately work and social events continue to call so I call on reinforcements like this one from Elizabeth Mott. Thank Me Later Eye Shadow Primer prevents creasing and shadow stays on all day long. Even when I work all day and have an evening event and that is a miracle.  This is an easy to use tube that only takes one extra second and makes all the difference. I might get a second one for my travel make up bag so I can look fresh for my business trips--those days are even longer.  A deal at $20.

Winter lips for me are a constant work in progress. I am never without some kind of lip product even on the weekends and before bed. If you are in the mood for a fun lipcare product check out this Hemp Root Beer Epic Blend Premium Lip Balm.  Yummy! Root beer soda is not usually on my healthy meals plan but this organic and all natural balm sure is permitted. It feels good on my lips and tastes delicious. Ummm, someone tried to pocket this one, as always this beauty enthused tween will remain anonymous but I snatched it right back. This lip balm is the perfect treat for my lips. This is priced reasonably too so enjoy...pick up a few to stash in your purse, ski jacket or by the nightstand.  This would also be a super cute little gift tucked into a Valentines gift bag for your best friend, your girls.  At this price I can collect a few more. Retail: $3.49

I love a good neutral lip product like this Starlooks Custom Lip Liner in Sultry Sangria.It was created especially for Beauty Box 5 in honor of their birthday. I really like lip products but for a while I forgot about lip liners. I don't know why but I have been getting back into lip liners this past year. I find that liners add that extra staying power for my lipstick, gloss or even work well as a matte base da solo on busy mornings. This color is an ideal neutral option to get a finished look that is great for any day of the week.  I am one happy Mama since lip liner let's me feel a bit more sophisticated no matter what this winter. A good deal at $16.

Aww, this is the last treat in the box but it is a good one. Manna Kadar Beauty 3-in1 Shadow, Blush and Highlighter in Fantasy is tiny enough to stash in any purse or makeup bag. It has just the right amount of color and sparkle and it looks great on my skin. I love the fresh glow which Lordy knows I need so much around this time of the year. The reality is that I don't have a ton of time, so I love multi-duty products like this that make my life easier.  Retail $19

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.

Spirit Naturals Organic Eye Serum works to naturally make me look fresher each morning #spiritnaturalseyeserum

I work hard to keep my body and mind in ideal form. It is a constant work in progress though especially to keep the delicate skin in my eye area looking refreshed. Spirit Naturals has a wonderful option that has been keeping me looking pretty even when I am working long days. The organic eye serum from Spirit Naturals uses a powerhouse of natural ingredients to synergistically support against wrinkles, crinkles, dark circles, puffiness, sagging, crows feet, fine lines and those irksome unde-reye bags. I noticed a difference after only a few nights.  I love the combination of essential vitamins and minerals that are in this gentle but powerful formula.

The combination of evening primrose, rosehip oil, borage seed, jojoba oil, shea butter, and coconut oil hydrates and supports firmer skin. All of these essential organic ingredients are high in GLA fatty acids. Those GLA's are truly the building blocks of cells support the rejuvenation of more mature skin. I love how gentle this firming eye cream is to my sensitive eye area too.I don't know about you, but for me the skin under the eye can be so sensitive.  I like that this serum was designed to be gentle. It makes me feel confident that the Spirit Naturals has shared that there are no harmful chemicals included too. This is an organic product that is safe for all skin types too.
 

This eye serum is designed to gently nourish the delicate eye area. It is an effective serum that works whether you have oily, dry, or sensitive skin. Spirit Naturals Organic Eye Cream also contains aloe juice, white tea, Rooibos tea and vitamin E. These organic ingredients serve to soothe the skin under the eye and support against signs of aging. This is a great option for me since it only takes a few seconds to pump out a dose and gently blend it under my eyes before bed. As a busy mama who squeezes in a full time job, kids, high charged fitness and healthy cooking it can be a challenge to care for my skin but Spirit Naturals makes it a little easier. I do notice that I look more refreshed when I wake up each morning and that reminds me to continue to use this great eye care product. You can pick up Spirit Naturals Eye Serum 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.

Seventh Generation Healthy Baby Home Party Opportunity @Seventhgeneration #FreeSample #sponsored

Disclosure: Seventh Generation provided me with information and free products in exchange for sharing with my readers. 

I always like to give y'all the skinny on anything good and I just got some! Seventh Generation just launched Healthy Baby Home Parties again so I wanted you to know about the latest round and how to apply to be a party host. Seventh Generation is a great company that has tons of products that I feel good about using for my family and I know you will too.  I am so excited to be participating with them and it was super easy. I had the option to send out invites electronically...e-invites! I lived how that saved paper and made me feel greener right from the get-go.  A Seventh Generation Healthy Baby Home Party is a fun opportunity to get together with the gals and do good at the same time! 

Keep the family safe and healthy plus make it a party! Apply for a Healthy Baby Home Party filled with samples, tips on creating a healthy home, and even some great coupons. You get all this pictured above to share with your friends from the folks at Seventh Generation. You can see that it includes many of your favorite eco-friendly brands and maybe some brands you have considered but haven't tried yet. Well this is a perfect opportunity to do so and share your experiences with friends. Moms get so busy that it is nice to take a break sometimes and chat it up with the gals. It is a wonderful way to check in with old friends and perhaps make some new connections.

Tons of party essentials are included in the Healthy Baby Home Party box too. Can you believe all the wonderful products you get in the party box? They are all in generous sizes too, enough so that everyone can get one or two and really experience the products. Laugh, learn and teach other moms and families to live a healthier life while hosting a meaningful party. There are even special full sized hostess gifts! It is an ideal way to enjoy time with your friends sharing about important issues that affect your family, and earn points and free products as a member of Generation Good. I have several friends that recently had babies and many of us have toddlers and young children. We really try hard to do good for our families and Seventh Generation makes it easier. All the moms were excited for their goody bags and some of the kids were eager to try the foods too. It was so cute. I was able to host my party on a pretty spring day so we spent a lot of the time on our beautiful back deck and the kids were able to play in the yard.

It is so nice because guests get samples, coupons and educational information from the Healthy Baby Home Party package that is sent to your home. You’ll come together like we did to discuss products and parenting.You also learn about Seventh Generation plant based products and get great tips for keeping families safe and healthy. By the close of the party you will learn that we all can make simple changes to get toxins out of our kids. Take the first step in helping this world become a better place for our children.   

Become a member of Generation Good and get started now.

• Check dashboard for Healthy Baby Home Party application. (Applications are only accepted a few times per year, keep your eyes peeled! You'll get an email letting you know the application is open, too.)
• Complete application and wait to hear if you’ve been accepted!
• In the meantime, explore Generation Good, help others in the forum, test products, and complete surveys! 

It's fun to share with friends plus you get a Healthy Baby Home Party kit! Hop on over to Seventh Generation and fill out your application. Good luck! 

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.

Amuse Bouche by BITE VoxBox Lipstick Review plus an opportunity to get in on the Bite VoxBox @influenster #TheAmuseBouche

Disclosure: I received this product complimentary through @influenster

I have been an Influenster member since they started up a few years ago. It is a novel social sharing network that I really enjoy. Did I mention you can score some amazing products totally complimentary for just sharing your honest experiences?  

Influenster is always innovating and evolving to make it a better experience for everyone. What IS it though? Well, you join and share basic information about you and your lifestyle. This is how Influenster properly matches you with products that you will most enjoy. The best way to start out is to participate on the site and answer questions, share reviews of items you like and just be active. You have the ability to connect your social media like Twitter, Facebook,Instagram and more.  The more you connect, participate and share, the higher your score gets. Yup you get a score. Influenster shows this on your dashboard as an Impact Score. Lots of followers on your social media networks like your personal blog, YouTube and Tumblr can increase that score super fast. I love it because it makes you feel like an social superstar. You can invite people to join via a personal link too and that increases your impact. Influenster updated recently and added an element with quick questions called Snaps. Easy peasy and fun to answer. Don't forget to log in and participate regulary. Share reviews and answer those questions. Why? As I always say, What Is In It For Me?

Do all of these little tasks and you are increasing your chance of getting a coveted VoxBox. This is the best thing ever. You will get an email so you know--don't worry. You will be excited because it is always a bounty of treats to try. You will need to log your VoxBox in when it arrives and complete some simple tasks like sharing via social media, your blog or posting a review. Easy, fast and fun to share your honest opinion of the goodies. So I recently got chose to receive yet another coveted VoxBox from BITE. This is a luxury beauty brand that has these gorgeous lipsticks that are landing at Sephora any day now. Take an inside peek and see what you think.

One of the first things I noticed when I looked over all the information about this product was that Amuse Bouche by BITE lipsticks contain no parabens, phthalates  or sulfates. LOVE that! The reality is that lipsticks and lip care products are on your lips and we eat and drink and the product gets ingested. That makes me so happy to know they are a safer product in my mind. In addition, these are beautiful lip care products that are created with natural ingredients that I feel good about having on my skin and lips in particular. The best part is they are all coming to Sephora soon. Amuse Bouche by BITE lipsticks are a  collection of over 30 brightly colored and highly pigmented lipsticks in gorgeous shades. Some of them are super bright and others are a bit more subdued. I loved seeing that these cosmetics are lovingly handcrafted and contain edible natural oils to keep my lips moisturized too.The BITE lipsticks all feel light and glide onto my lips. I found that the colors all looked bright and had good staying power even with my busy schedule. Did I mention the light, citrus flavor and the fact that I don't have to worry about what is in these lipstick?. The citrus flavor is actually from fresh, pressed fruit. I never used a lipstick that had such a delicious flavor in my life. LOVE it!

BITE lipsticks are perfect for ladies that like bold colors. This is no Gramma lipstick either. As I mentioned, some of the colors are brighter and others a little more muted but they are candy colored gorgeous. Each of the three colors I received to try glided onto my lips and left me with bold color but a soft, creamy finish.  The first color is Gazpacho. It is a super classic movie star red. It is a little brighter than I usually go but it will be pretty for a special night out. The second color is a little softer but still bold called Beetroot. It is more of a cherry red that suits me better. Pepper is the third shade I received. It is a pretty dusty rise color that still has pop but will be a wonderful everyday color for me. Bite lipsticks are highly moisturizing too. I peeked at the ingredient list and it was actually pretty simple. The lipsticks are filled with vitamins and oils so I feel great about using them every day. I was super excited once I saw ALL of the colors that will be available at Sephora coming soon on their website. Let me know your thoughts and tell me which one is your fave. Bonus opportunity if you didn't get this box....check out the Influenster YouTube video and post to get in on this great VoxBox.

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.

Citrus Clear Pore & Blackhead Extracting Mask for better skin anytime

I find it is helpful to use a mask once a week. I am instilling that good habit into my tween so she can have beautiful skin like her Mom and Gramma. Moisturization is important but you have to start with clean skin. That is where a good mask comes in to play. I recently had the opportunity to try a new mask that combines a cornucopia of natural ingredients including citrus and clay to get skin clean. The Citrus Clear Pore & Blackhead Extracting Mask is effective and gentle to use.

I appreciate that the Citrus Clear Pore & Blackhead Extracting Mask contains only pure plant ingredients, herbs, and two types of natural earth clays. The combination of ingredients penetrate deep into pores to help extract dirt and blackheads. The mask also contains potent citrus essential oils.  The clay and citrus come together to really get the skin clean. This product is recommended to clean and shrink pores. 

Several benefits of this Citrus Clear Pore & Blackhead Extracting Mask:

• Users can expect to see results after one use
• Noticeably smaller pores
• Extracts dirt, and oil
• Gentle for sensitive skin

Directions: Apply to dry or damp skin. Allow to remain on skin for 4-8 minutes until mask dries. Rinse with warm water.

Ingredients: Organic Citrus Infusion, Organic Aloe Vera, Kaolin clay, Sodium Magnesium Silicate, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Cellulose Gum, Purified Smectite Clay, Vanilla, Sweet Orange Essential Oil, Wildcrafted Lemon Balm Extract, Orange Hydrosol, Lemon Essential Oil, Citrus Lime Essential Oil, Mandarin Essential Oil, Orange Peel Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Ethyl Hexyl Glycerin, Spirulina, Sea Kelp, Grapeseed Oil.

You can pick up this Citrus Clear Pore & Blackhead Extracting Mask right online 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."https://www.giveawayservice.com/p/a1c7c1c2/d4f7c9f0

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 in one fell swoop. 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. It 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 things I would hear were how tired I looked. What an ego booster to hear how GREAT I looked. Shhh, don't tell anyone 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."

Garnier Color Sensation is a new option for gorgeous hair color at home @ crowdtap @garnierusa

I recently had the opportunity to try out a new art home hair color option from Garnier. It was super simple to use and there are tons of options if you are thinking about a new color. Why waste the time with salon appointments and all that money that you could save every single month? It is so much easier to do your hair at home with Garnier Color Sensation and it is so easy. I like that it saves me time and money. There are even online tools to help you choose the perfect color so there is no guesswork! Truly, what could be easier and save more time when you are a busy mama like me?

My favorite thing about Garnier Color Sensation is how easy it is to use at home. It only takes a few minutes and the color is practically foolproof. I was also impressed with how beautiful the color came out. I got so many compliments on my hair in the past week after using it. I also noticed how soft and manageable my hair was after using the color. Garnier Color Sensation is a great option for anyone! You can pick it up online or in your favorite store and color your hair at your leisure. Garnier Color Sensation is the ideal solution for me and I love how many different options there are for color choices. My hair looks and feels gorgeous and that is the best of all worlds.

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."