Beauty Box 5 October Need a Little Pink Me-Up? #wipethatfaceoff #ferrocosmetics #stylistyle #shopknotty #nubar @beautybox5

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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.  Each month 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 marvy products.  Check out all the trendiest of autumn into winter fashions now that the cooler weather is rolling in! Don't forget to share your fave beauty and style finds with friends too. Take a peek at a few beauty goodies to go along with your fall 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 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 October Need a Little Pink Me-Up Box this week.  The October theme is all about adding some fresh feminiinity to your beauty regimen.  Just how do you add a bit of ladylike  freshness to your fall routine? Let BB5 help you out! The team at Beauty Box 5 wants to remember you are it is all about being just a little bit fun.  They show you just how to let feminine colors and rosy cheeks shine through the sunny but chillier days if fall even if you aren't walking the runway this week. Beauty Box five 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 October box:

As always It was chock full of amazing goodies that I could not wait to try. There were items for my hands, face and body tucked in there this month.  Lots of special items to keep me looking fresh and alluring wherever the cool fall days take me from work to play.  They take me all over too but hopefully not too far from home. We will have to see. I am one busy mama as always.

The first item in this box is a HappyFace Makeup Cleansing Cloth.  All those workouts each day (and sometimes twice a day) require me to keep my skin clean so I don't get any breakouts. This machine washable cloth is a winner since it is eco-friendly and reusable.You don't need to use cleanser either. Yup. It gets all the makeup and dirt off fast. It might be a good solution for you too. I have heard about these cloths but had never tried one before. I like it and it seems to be gentle on my skin. I like that it is designed and tested in the US, but I have to note that it is made in China.  Retail: $3.99. 

Pretty in pink for the month of October! Ferro Cosmetics has the next product in the box with the Pink Rhinestone Kabuki Brush and it is ideal buffing on my mineral foundation, powder, blush or bronzer wherever I go this fall.  It is adorable with rhinestones and the pink topped brush. What a fresh take on the usual makeup brush that gets lost in my cavernous purse or makeup bag.  It is very soft and I find it works well to get a natural look from my bronzer and mineral foundation powder. Naturally I stashed it right in my purse but this one I can find easily whenever I need it. This could be a cute beauty gift for a friend along with a nice bronzer for some winter color. Let's not forget our friends this season. A deal at $25.00.

 This Nubar Nail Polish Mini is the perfect way to add some pretty pink color to your fingers or toes anytime. Pink is perfect for Pinktober or any month at all. Sometimes all those dark colors get a little bit old. If the pretty pink color didn't get your attention I don't know what will. This is priced reasonably too so enjoy...pick up a few other Nubar colors to add to your different looks all year long.  This would also be perfect as part of a super cute little treat tucked into a gift bag for your best friend, your girls.  At this price I can collect a few more. Retail: $4.99  

I love my lip color. I am always happy to add to my collelction anytime at all. that adds dimension because it really defines the eyes. Styli-Style Perfect Pout Long Lasting Lip Balm Stick is an ideal option for your dry lips because it adds color and moisture. I use lip balm most every day even on the weekends.  My everyday makeup routine includes moisturizer, mascara, a bit of eyeliner and lipgloss or balm. I am thrilled because this one goes on smoothly so I can swipe on some defining color in a flash. Even if I am in a rush my lips add a bit of pretty to my look.  Perfect on my busy days when I just want perky, defined lips that last. I am looking forward to using this one during the fall. A good deal at $4.99.

The final item in this precious box is package of Knotty Hair Ties in a Think Pink shade. These are lightweight hair ties that prevent snags, defend against breakage and keep that dent away. These ties look so much cuter than regular hairbands too. They are even sophisticated enough to style a pony for work and a whole lot easier on your hair than pins and standard hairbands. This girl loves her hair to be carefree sometimes so these are heavenly for me.  I don't have a ton of time so I am thrilled that it only take a few seconds to style a sophisticated pony that looks stylish and has some flair.  A secret beauty steal at $4.00

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 love around!

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.

TelomErase Serum, Triple Telomere Targeting 6-in-1 Multi-Corrective for facial skin plus a discount and #giveaway @Brandbacker

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I am always looking for quick solutions to help me look fresher and to keep those fine lines at bay. I don't have a wealth of time though...as a busy mama with a career it can be a real challenge. That's why I was hopeful to hear about a new age defying technology that uses a powerful combination of ingredients to come to my rescue. TelomErase Triple Telomere Targeting Serum uses the latest technology. This amazing serum a 6-in-1 multi-corrective that erases, tightens, brightens, blurs, moisturizes and can support regeneration. It contains a powerful combination of novel ingredients available to visibly reduce the appearance of saggy skin, dark circles, fine lines, sunspots, redness, pore size and slack skin. These are all issues I see in my 40's and I don't like any of them. Who would? I was really excited to find a simple solution like TelomErase Serum that I could buy online anytime.
 

How does this serum work? Recent data suggest a correlation between telomere length and integrity with overall health and skin condition. The company shared that protecting telomeres is a novel strategy to maintain healthy skin. Reviv Serums also shared data from Harvard Medical School that indicated telomere shortening is a root cause of cellular aging. Telomerase is an enzyme that appears slow or even reverse telomere shortening. This naturally happens as skin ages unfortunately.  The recent development of a sensitive and efficient telomerase activity detection method has  made it possible to quantify telomerase activity. TelomErase Serum is a novel beauty solution that contains three age-erasing telomere targeters: Cycloastragenol + Renovage® + Telosomyl®. These are the latest solutions in cosmetic chemistry to target telomere stabilization. They are simple and effective solutions that really work.

I am always looking for innovative ways to keep my skin looking younger without any kind of surgical intervention. This is state of the art skincare at its best and most simple. I noticed a difference after using TelomErase Serum and was impressed. It is gentle and feels great on my skin. The results are quick and effective. My sister tried it as well and was thinking we have to get this for our mom. I really like that it doesn't involve a major project to use and takes only a few seconds to get great results. I am so busy I don't have time for involved beauty products or routines. TelomErase Serum is so easy to incorporate into my beauty regimen. I can't wait to see how it looks jumping forward a few more weeks or months into the holidays. Take a peek at the video below for more information from the company.

RevivSerums is based in California and specializes in novel and innovative clinical treatment serums. They focus on leading edge beauty formulations to offer the highest quality luxury skincare and hair care products. RevivSerums provide products equivalent to luxury physician cosmeticeutical brands. You don't need to spend a bundle by going to that expensive Madison Ave dermatologist or plastic surgeon to get high quality, luxury skincare products. You can also take a peek at their other RevivSerums products including RevivHair™ and RevivLash™ You can use discount code TIGHT10 at checkout at RevivSerums. for a discount off the $149 introductory price. Limited one per customer/household. This discount code is good through December 31, 2015. Let me know how it works for you.

Don't forget to enter my giveaway below. Three lucky winners will each receive a full-sized package of new TelomErase Serum, a $299 product with a current introductory sale price of $149. Entrants are limited to my readers and followers who are located in the located in the United States or Canada (except Quebec). 

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’s Bon Voyage Sweepstakes so you can travel in style #evianspray @brandbacker

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I remember using evian ®Natural Mineral Water years ago as a professional brand new to the workforce. It really helped me look and feel more sophisticated and professional. evian is a classic beauty secret that comes all the way from the French Alps. evian actually starts as rain and snow high atop the French Alps after which it filters for over 15 years through glacial rock and sand to a deep underground catchment just outside the town of Evian-Les-Bains, France. Unbelievable but true that the water contained in the spray is tested 300 times per day to insure quality and the consistent unique mineral content. I love that it is guaranteed to be the same every single time. No other water has the same mineral content as evian.

I love the feel of my skin when I spray my evian. The exquisitely fine mist produced by evian® Brumisateur® penetrates and rehydrates the upper layers of the skin naturally. Consider the source of the evian water.  It has a unique mineral balance along with exceptional purity which is perfect for sensitive, dry, normal or oily skin. It leaves skin feeling refreshed and looking radiant. This is my go-to travel beauty secret. The leak-proof canister is the ideal product to take on any trip. 

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. I remember that!  I feel like everyone knows the evian brand name but I wasn't aware The Wilkes Group has been the exclusive worldwide distributor for 36 years. Evian is the only facial spray to be carried by many prestige retail stores and websites including Nordstrom and Sephora. If you have vacationed recently, you may have seen or restocked your supply at one of the many luxury resorts and hotels such as Four Seasons that also carry evian.

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.

The Wilkes Group is giving away a Longchamp "Le Pliage" backpack, in stylish, durable, water-resistant nylon topped with a textured leather handle and logo-embossed flap, which retails at $125. It is filled with one 10 oz., one 5 oz., and a trio of travel-size evian® sprays (over $175.00 total value)

Plus, three runners-up will receive a Longchamp pochette toiletries case, with embossed leather trim in durable, water-resistant nylon, accented with goldtone hardware, which retails at $50, and filled with a trio of travel size evian sprays (over $70.00 total value) This giveaway is hosted by the Wilkes Group. Winners will be chosen at random. You can enter the giveaway here.

You can also enter the evian® Facial Spray’s Bon Voyage Sweepstakes here if you prefer.

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.

Friendly's Single Serve Ice Cream Flavored Coffee Review & Giveaway #friendlyscoffee #giveaway #chocolatemarshmallow #butterscotch #mintchocolatechip

I love my morning cup of coffee at 6am...sometimes earlier depending on my work schedule. I really depend on it to get be going. Winter is even more of a challenge so I was glad to have the opportunity to try something different from a Two Rivers Coffee. Their new variety pack was my first introduction to this brand and I was pretty impressed. Seriously...what could be yummier than a steaming hot mug of ice cream flavored coffee from the iconic Friendly's brand? Thanks to Two Rivers and their Friendly's K-cups....I can enjoy my delicious cup of coffee in a few seconds anytime I like.

I have to say I love my Keurig too. This machine just keeps on going. Two Rivers Coffee has shared that even if you have the newer 2.0 machines these delicious Friendly's Coffee pods work perfectly. I love this! Now I can enjoy the taste of all my classic favorite ice cream flavors in my morning coffee in a few seconds. You have all the flavors from a delicious Butterscotch, a creamy Chocolate Marshmallow, decadent Vienna Mocha Chunk and even cool Mint Chocolate Chip. Each one is more decadent than the next. You can be as adventurous as you like adding cream, milk or even whipped cream. I have to watch my calories so it is skim milk for me but I use my little battery operated milk frother which makes my milk all foamy and delicious. Besides, I have my yummy Friendly's flavors.

Two Rivers Coffee just came up with a great holiday gift idea. If someone has been hoping for a K-cup machine this would go perfectly. You can really personalize a gift for a coffee lover. These flavored coffees will satisfy the biggest ice cream craving without all those pesky calories. Try the Friendly's ice cream flavored K-cup variety pack and savor the sweetness with someone special or give it as a gift this holiday season. 

You can pick up these delicious Friendly's Kcup flavored coffee pods right on Amazon for the easiest shopping ever. Don't forget to enter my Rafflecopter giveaway to win your own and see just how good they are. This giveaway includes a 40 count box of Friendly's Single Cup Coffee for Keurig k-cup brewers.  This product IS 2.0 compatible. a Rafflecopter giveaway


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.