Beauty Box 5 April Subscription Box Unboxing Event @beautybox5 #bb5fave

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

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 shared with me that they are always looking for the inside scoop on hot 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 April Shades of Beauty Box.  Like all of us they are busy ladies at Beauty Box 5  but we all know that sometimes you need those beauty extras.  Think about taking some leisure beauty time and enjoy yourself...get a breezy spring look to boot. Here is the scoop on the fresh goodies that were in this cute little box:

It has been a REALLY long winter. I am so excited about wearing short sleeves and cute dresses and ditching those tights. One problem that is already looking a little better after Day1 is some color. Forget those tanning beds...they are so unsafe and who needs to up their risk for skin cancer? Jergens has a hot new product that will get you glowing in 3 days. I have used their Natural Glow products in the past year or two but they never gave you glow in 3 days. I am excited because I see some nice, even color after day 1. One tip: I always exfoliate really well prior to using any self tanning product. You will notice the difference.  Jergens Natural Glow smells fresh and light and I didn't have any issues with streaks.  $9.99 for 4oz is a good value especially since it works pretty fast.

The next product in the box is so cute! blum All Purpose Cleansing Wipes. These are citrus scented and can be used on your face or body.  The container is just right to stash in my purse but I could also see keeping it in your desk or tote bag too. They are gentle and felt good on my face. Got all the mascara, lipstick and eye makeup off in a flash last night. Perfect with those hot summer days on the way too. I will be picking up some more of these! These are only $2.49 for 30 wipes. A great deal.

Bonne Bell Lip DeFiner is a perfect match with the lipstick below. Bonne Bell is a classic name that has been around forever. It is a bright color that really pops for spring. It is perfect when you want a really defined lip. My fave tip is to fill in the whole lip with the liner then put the lipstick on. Excellent staying power.  It is only $3.95.

Nicka K New York Hydro Lipstick is perfect paired with that lipliner above. This is a bright red color that looks very sophisticated and is totally on trend with spring colors this season. It goes on smoothly and is very moisturizing. I have gotten several compliments on the color this week. It really stayed on very well when I paired it with the lipliner. $4.99 for .12oz tube.

The last item in this fun April box was the California Collection Eyeshadow Palette from bhcosmetics. I love the colors...very pretty and perfect for summer. I am going to be using this for weekends down the shore. 

All in all a fun box and perfect for spring renewal. Don't forget to join Beauty Box 5 and get in on the fun.  You can spread the news on Instagram and have an opportunity to win full-size versions of these products too! Don't forget to tag @beautybox5 and #bb5fave so they know who was spreading the love!

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."

Win a Kindle HDX from @BillyCoffey in “The Devil Walks in Mattingly” Giveaway!

Disclosure: I was not financially compensated for this post.  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.

A little about the book: For the three people tortured by their secret complicity in a young man's untimely death, redemption is what they most long for . . . and the last thing they expect to receive.

It has been twenty years since Philip McBride's body was found along the riverbank in the dark woods known as Happy Hollow. His death was ruled a suicide. But three people have carried the truth ever since---Philip didn't kill himself that day. He was murdered.

Each of the three have wilted in the shadow of their sins. Jake Barnett is Mattingly's sheriff, where he spends his days polishing the fragile shell of the man he pretends to be. His wife, Kate, has convinced herself the good she does for the poor will someday wash the blood from her hands. And high in the mountains, Taylor Hathcock lives in seclusion and fear, fueled by madness and hatred.

Yet what cannot be laid to rest is bound to rise again. Philip McBride has haunted Jake's dreams for weeks, warning that he is coming back for them all. When Taylor finds mysterious footprints leading from the Hollow, he believes his redemption has come. His actions will plunge the quiet town of Mattingly into darkness. These three will be drawn together for a final confrontation between life and death . . . Between truth and lies.

My thoughts:  I really enjoyed this book.  The author did a great job of setting up the whole mysterious tale of the long ago muder in the small town of Mattingly. Billy Coffey really develops the characters of Jake and his wife Kate.  You get a good sense of their personalities as the author slowly adds in tidbits of their history and you begin to see them as complex characters.  Billy's dreams are so vivid and frightening I was quickly drawn into the story and wanted to find out more.  Taylor up in the mountains adds a more mysterious spin to the book. I was compelled to keep reading in order to solve the puzzle.

Billy Coffey is celebrating his new book, The Devil Walks in Mattingly, with a Kindle Fire HDX giveaway.






 

One winner will receive:




• A Kindle Fire HDX


• The Devil Walks in Mattingly by Billy Coffey


Enter today by clicking one of the icons below. But hurry, the giveaway ends on April 5th. Winner will be announced April  7th on Billy's blog. Watch Billy give the backstory of the book here.









Don't miss a moment of the fun; enter today and be sure to stop by Billy's blog on April 7th to see if you won.

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."

Children's Advil Coupon and Fever Relief Tips

Disclosure:  I received this information through Coyne PR.  I was not financially compensated for this post. I received no free products. The opinions are my own, based on my personal experience with the product. Always check with your physician before starting any medication and specifically Children's Advil. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Consult your healthcare professional prior to use if you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medication or have a medical condition.  When your child has a fever, it can be an overwhelming experience.  In fact, 52% of parents(1) have reported they feel anxious, fearful or helpless when their child comes down with a fever. Luckily, moms can count on Children's Advil® to supply fast relief and peace of mind when a fever strikes Children's Advil® contains ibuprofen, the medicine pediatricians use most for their own kids' fevers(2).  Providing up to 8 hours of relief in just one dose, nothing relieves fevers faster* or keeps them down longer than Children's Advil®(3). When used as directed parents can feel confident knowing that Children's Advil® is both safe and effective, and will get their kids feeling like kids again. Children's Advil® is intended for use in children ages 2 to 11 years. It is available in great tasting Bubble Gum, Grape, Blue Raspberry, Fruit and Dye-Free White Grape flavors. It is also available in convenient Grape Chewables and an easy-to-swallow small tablet. For infants age 6-23 months, Infants' Advil Drops are available in a Dye-Free White Grape flavor. Click here for an online coupon link for Children's Advil® so you're prepared when a fever strikes! (*Note: coupons.com installer required to print coupon)

Below are some additional tips to help fight fevers! Children's Advil® Fever Relief Tips Dose fever medication based on the child's weight as this is the preferred method used by doctors. Though it can be tempting, don't wake a sick child in the middle of the night just to give them fever medication. They need sleep! Wait a full 24 hours after a fever passes to send your little one back to school or daycare. Visit the Children's Advil® Feel Better Activity Center on Facebook which is full of ideas to help make a sick day a little bit better. For more information, visit us at http://childrens.advil.com/. (1) Based on two surveys of parents and pediatricians conducted by Harris Interactive on behalf of Children's Advil® (2) Based on a survey of doctors (3) Among OTC fever reducers/pain relievers   *Based on reducing a fever below 100°F Disclosure of Material Connection:  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."

THINK AGAIN! Perfect Party Game or Family Game Night Activity Review

Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial. I was not financially compensated for this post. I received the product for review purposes. The opinions are my own, based on my personal experience with the product.

Do you have family game night? Do you enjoy Game Night with friends and family every week or even on a monthly basis?  Maybe you have considered starting a regular Game Night but never found a good game to start with. Spring is coming and so is a great new game that was just released from iello called THINK AGAIN! Set up your own weekly Game Night and try this fun new game.  It is a good opportunity to take some time to relax with your friends or family, enjoy some snacks and drinks and lots of laughs with THINK AGAIN!  You can even get the older kids and tweens in on it because this is a game perfect for anyone age 10+

So, of course you want to know all about how the game works.  THINK AGAIN! is simple, but believe it or not very tricky. Each turn, the person reading the card asks a very simple question to the other players. While they are asking, the reader shows the back of the next card.  This tells the players to shout out the correct or totally wrong answer. For example, if the reader asks, “What  color is milk?” and shows you a  “Wrong” sign, answer fast with “Orange!” or “Purple!” If you shout out the correct answer, “White” you just lost yourself a point. The first player to give the correct wrong answer scores 1 point. Kind of crazy right?  You see how it can be very tricky and very fun too?  Your correct answer could be totally wrong. You may just have to THINK AGAIN! It was a surprise who was really good at this game and who just really kept getting themselves mixed up. We were just slapping our heads each time we got mixed up again and the kids were hysterical.

THINK AGAIN! is a super party game by veteran designers Bruno Cathala and Ludovic Maublanc (creators of the fun Cyclades and Dice Town games).  THINK AGAIN! is a family game appropriate for 3-10 players ages 10 and up. The tweens and teens will love it.  It is very easy to learn the basics but totally unpredictable every single time no matter who is playing.  You mind will get so mixed up you won't believe it. We were laughing at ourselves and one another so much when we played this past weekend.  It is great because you can play a game in 15 minutes..or go longer. You will definitely want to play more than one game though.

THINK AGAIN!  contains 50 question cards (for a total of 300 questions!) and six rule cards for hours of laughs, wrong or right.

THINK AGAIN!
A party game for 3-10 players.
Ages: 10 and up
Playing Time: 15 minutes
MSRP: $14.99
On sale February 2014 in game stores everywhere!

You can get more on the game at the iello website.  Don't forget to follow iello on Facebook and Twitter to get the latest updates on their new games!
You can even see the video rules for the game on Youtube 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." I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.