Monday, March 24, 2014

Studio Gear Cosmetics Hydrating CC Cream Review Plus Discount

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Have you tried CC creams yet?  CC stands for color correcting and they are amazing products. If you have not tried them yet, you definitely should consider the version that Studio Gear has just launched as part of their extensive cosmetics collection. You might or might not know that CC creams are an amazing hard working cosmetic that enhances your natural beauty while correcting those little issues.  Studio Gear Hydrating CC Cream transforms and enhances your complexion in an incredibly light, smooth formula. I love this because not all CC creams are the same.  Studio Gear Hydrating CC Color Correcting Cream goes on seamlessly to fight aging, retain moisture, and covers and treat blemishes with a non-oily, perfectly radiant finish.  Believeit.  This is a unique formula using microencapsulated pigments which offer up to 72 hours of hydration. 
It comes in three perfect shades:  Linen, Natural and Wheat. I have a medium complexion so I chose Natural.  It looks great on my skin. Just know that it initially comes out looking whitish--this is normal. Remember the pigments are micro-encapsulated so it does blend into your skin and will look perfect natural in a few seconds.

Some of the key benefits of Studio Gear Cosmetics Hydrating CC Cream:
  • Prevents fine lines and wrinkles with collagen-building ingredients
  • Restores skin elasticity by promoting moisture retention
  • Brightens and illuminates skin with a non-oily, complete coverage application
 
A little history about Studio Gear Cosmetics. They have been around more than 15 years.  They were founded by makeup industry veterans Steve Rohr and John Avolio.  Studio Gear Cosmetics is a luxury cosmetics brand featuring a full collection of professional makeup brushes,  amazing complexion formulas, and a endless selection of color products for the eyes, cheeks, and lips.  Studio Gear has been on set at hundreds !!!) of professional photo shoots since 1996.  Their makeup products are available in the beauty departments of Bloomingdales, Macy's, Dillard's, HSN and ULTA as well. They have been in my makeup bag for years too...I remember when they first launched. This is a line created true to the concept that every woman deserves professional, high quality cosmetics at a reasonable price.

Studio Gear has it all too. The Studio Gear Professional Brush Collection is the core of the product line. Brushes are crafted from the highest quality hairs and hand-tied for unbeatable quality. Ladies from all over the United States are using Studio Gear brushes to enhance their makeup application and express their creativity with precision and quality.  All Studio Gear tools have a lifetime product guarantee. They have over 40 tools to help you achieve every look from basic to advanced techniques.

Ready to save on Studio Gear?  My readers can use the special Reader Discount Code bloggercc for an extra 10% off your Studio Gear purchase. Enjoy and let me know what you think.



Sunday, March 23, 2014

A review of the Ozeri Artestio Electric Grinder for pepper, salt or spices

Disclosure: I received the Ozeri Artesio Electric Grinder complimentary in order to review it. As always, my opinions are my own.



We cook almost everyday...both my husband and I. Yup, he cooks too!  We both have our own personal styles and cook totally different dishes too.  One thing we have in common though is that we both love to add own own spices to everything that we cook….from fresh ground salt and pepper to more funky and interesting ones.  Sometimes it is hard to add spices during the cooking process. One hand is always filled with a spoon or I just scooped up some onions....one of my favorite things about the Ozeri Artesio Electric Grinder is that I can grind my pepper fresh into my dish with one hand.  Isn't that so cool. It works so smoothly too. 

I can't wait for my next dinner party or holiday meal which is coming up soon too. My guests are going to be impressed. This Artesio electric grinder is an elegant and modern accessory for any dinner table or buffet.  I think my guests will really appreciate the beautiful design and ease of use.  The Artesio Electric Grinder was designed with an adjustable ceramic grinding mechanism to operate smoothly and easily.  Spices of your choice come out at the touch of a button. You can even fill it with your own special blend for a party or event.  Speaking of events, Ozeri even though about that when they designed the Artesio....it has a built in light for you too.  You don't even need to assemble it and it runs on 4 AA batteries.  

It separates easily so you can refill it in a flash too. You can buy it on my favorite spot...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."

Saturday, March 22, 2014

August BuluBox Unboxing Review Plus Discount #subscriptionbox @bulubox

Disclosure:  I received the product mentioned below for free for the purpose of this review.  The opinions are my own, based on my personal experience with the products.  However, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. There may be affiliate links in this post. The affiliate links will provide me with a commission while you receive a 50% discount or a free initial Bulu Box.  **Please consult with your physician or health care practitioner prior to adding any supplements to your diet. 


Are you trying to improve your health?  Get more fit? Eat better?  2014 is your year to do it and you have plenty of time with the summer still in full swing!  Bulu Box is the first vitamin, supplement and general health subscription sample box designed to help you get there too. Every month, you’ll get a box filled with 4 to 5 premium, curated samples from top brands. This month the super fit Larysa Didio has curated a feel good discovery box full of healthy goodies just for us.  You have to keep reading to get the full scoop!

Each month you can look forward to a new mix of products for both women and men, including vitamins, weight loss, sports nutrition, protein, diet, energy, detox, digestion, sexual health, herbs, natural remedies, endurance and more. The smarties at BuluBox make sure you get enough to decide if the product is right for you. No shipping or extra fees either. Depending on your plan, you can cancel anytime. There are two kinds of Bulu Boxes to choose from and both of them are healthy subscription boxes that you will just love. 


Bulu Box-This is the box that I subscribe to....It is the first and only vitamin and supplement sample box out there.  Each box includes a sampling of vitamins and supplements from different areas of health. Each box contains 4 to 5 premium samples (some are bigger than others as you will see!) plus lifestyle extras sometimes. There is good stuff in every box to discover and enjoy.

Bulu Box Weight Loss: This box is the first and only weight loss and nutrition box. They designed it with the specific goal of weight loss in mind. Each box contains 4 to 5 premium weight loss items such as vitamin and supplement samples, fitness gear and healthy eating tools. These are products to help you succeed with weight loss.



I know you want to see what was in my special Larysa Didio curated Bulu Box so no more delays:  here it is.  The big scoop! This month's BuluBox, like every box comes with a card (below) that explains more details about the samples and gives you the prices for the full size products.


Each box also comes with a My Sample Journal shown below. You can keep notes for yourself and also submit your feedback and earn points towards products you like from your Bulu Box!  Easy and fun.


BuluBox is not stingy when it comes to products.  There is always enough to get a real feel for the products.  You can see that the Dream Water has a full serving...enough to get a sense if you like it and want to purchase a full size product. I have heard about this before but never tried it. It has a blend of 3 natural ingredients including melatonin, GABA and 5-HTP to help you get a drug free, good night of sleep. I would definitely use this from time to time but not on a daily basis. Hmm, I think this would be good for my upcoming meeting...I see another red-eye flight coming my way so I will tuck this away and let you know! $38.99/12 pack


Details, details:  The second item was EBOOST energy shot and I was interested to try it.  I have tried other EBOOST priducts and found them effective. I always need more energy with my busy lifestyle. I squeeze in so much sometimes I am beat in the early afternoon but need energy to go to the gym.  This one delivers 5X the vitamins and nutrients of the leading energy drink plus Green Tea. I tried it today at that witching hour when I start to have my energy flag and it really perked me up. It tasted good and went down fast. I like that it is all natural.  $43.99/12 pack

Forgiven is a little drink for your body and mind to help you out when you had a little too good of a time. Think: HANGOVER.  It helps you metabolize that alcohol and think more clearly...regain balance. The flavor is mixed berry. Everyone should always drink responsibly by the way. That means no one should ever drink and drive either. Sometimes you are at home with friends and just have a glass or two of wine that doesn't sit right or maybe you didn't drink enough water to mitigate the alcohol. This is an interesting concept that can only help clear those toxins. I find it helpful to make sure I am fully hydrated even if I am having just a glass of wine or beer too. $35.88/12 shots 


NRG Matrix is a new to me supplement to help energize and improve your focus. Easy peasy just mix, drink and energize. Sounds like a plan to me. It contains USA grown medicinal mushrooms that can help increase energy. Sounds kind of psychedelic to me. I like that this Bulu Box is heavy into energy because I always need more of it. They are $19.99-44.99 


I saved the most interesting item for almost last....Zestra libido booster. Sounds compelling to me! This is an all natural blend of botanical oils and extracts that can increase interest and make your experiences, umm...more pleasurable.  It is fast and easy to use and WOW....you gotta try this one ladies. $49.95/15 


Well, we need any kind of immunity and digestive boost we can find in our house. I don't even want to say what we have seen this year from flu to strep and beyond. Sole Viral and Solle Excell are supplements that improve your body's natural defenses and digestive health. $54.53 30 count


Bulumu is a portable granola mix that is perfect for a healthy snack anytime. I mixed mine into plain Greek yogurt and it was delicious! A nice blend of nuts, seeds, spices and oats. I was happy to hear that these individually toasted oats have 50-70% less fat than many other leading brands and that they are free of high fructose corn syrup, hydrogenated oils and GMOs too. $54.99/60 capsules


Love all the goodies? Thinking about signing up for BuluBox?  Here you go:
 
1. Head over to BuluBox and choose a month-to-month ($10), 3 ($30), 6 ($60) or 12 month ($110) plan. The 12-month plan at $110 is your best value! Use Coupon Code BULUGAN989 and get the first box FREE.

2. Sample each vitamin or supplement and try out the fitness gear or weight loss items.
3. Earn Reward Points:  Earn 50 points ($5) or more each month for completing sample surveys, sharing and subscribing.
4. Save by using your Reward Points to purchase your favorite products!

**Remember to use my exclusive coupon code BULUGAN989, you can get your first box totally free!

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."

Surpahs Tempered Glass Digital Kitchen Scale, Ultra-Thin StylishDesign, 11 lb/5 kg

Disclosure:  I received the product mentioned above for free for the purpose of this review.  The opinions are my own, based on my personal experience with the product.  However, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

SURPAHS Ultra-Thin Tempered Glass Digital Kitchen Scale (11 lb/5 kg)

Model No.: STT-1040
Features:
  • Thinner, simple, stylish and elegant design.
  • Safety glass surface easy to clean, lightweight and portable.
  • 4 high precision new sensors to support accurate weigh measuring.
  • Proven TARE and UNIT touch operations.
  • Powered by 1xCR2032 lithium battery (included), 100% product and shopping satisfaction guaranteed.
- See more at: http://www.surpahs.com/product/p-p-133.html#sthash.W57CDWd7.dp


If you enjoy cooking and baking then this is a great scale to have in your kitchen. It is super thin and super light. The design is modern and elegant. It is so lightweight and portable you can carry it from one side of your kitchen to another with no problem. One of the things I really love about it is that the scale is easy to read. I am in that 40-something age range and my eyes are not as sharp as they used to be. I appreciate that I don't have to struggle to read this scale at all. It has been very accurate for me. I need that when I am baking. If the ingredients are off even a hare you know your baked items are toast.  This Surpah's tempered glass kitchen scale has a TARE feature which lets you easily put the measuring cup on the scale and zeros it out so you can add your ingredients for the exact weight too. Beautiful and perfectly baked macarons are in my future.  A little detail about the scale from Surpah's:

  • Thinner, simple, stylish and elegant design.
  • Safety glass surface easy to clean, lightweight and portable.
  • 4 high precision new sensors to support accurate weigh measuring.
  • Proven TARE and UNIT touch operations.
  • Powered by 1xCR2032 lithium battery (included!!), 100% product and shopping satisfaction guaranteed.
 


I notice that so many recipes these days also use grams.  I just saw an interesting recipe this past week in the New York Times Wednesday food edition that needed precise measurements and used grams.  I can do a recipe like that now with this amazing scale.  I like that this scale measures grams, ounces and pounds and it switches back and forth with one little touch. That makes it super easy to use.  I was surprised that it also measures milliliters and fluid ounces which is also helpful for  baking.  That TARE function is also very nice...you can put a huge measuring cup or bowl on the scale and use the TARE to set the scale to zero right before you add your ingredients.

The tempered glass cleans very easily and measures about 8" X 7".  I love that the lithium battery is included.  They last for a long time too. You can buy this great kitchen scale directly on Amazon too.

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."