Monday, August 8, 2016

StudioGear Mineral Wet and Dry Powder Foundation @brandbacker

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I have to make things simple for myself when it comes to beauty. I don't like to go bare though so I was excited to get a new beauty product from StufioGear. Dual Identity Wet/Dry Mineral Foundation is a true revolutionary advancement in beauty. This is a loose mineral foundation that is easy to apply and provides ease of use to apply wet or dry. I love that too! That option makes it versatile for any occasion and season of the year.



StudioGear has been crafting professional quality beauty and makeup products for years. If you haven't tried a dry mineral foundation, this is a great time to make the leap. StudioGear makes it easy with easy to use tutorials like the one below. Check out the StudioGear Youtube Makeup tutorial for application tips and see how easy it is to use! 



The StudioGear Dual Mineral Foundation is truly a foundation that is easy to use in 4 different ways.

1. Mineral Powder: Keep it simple and buff Foundation into skin on it's own or over primer.

2. Serum Foundation: Mix it Up with Revitalizing Day Serum to create custom, super moisturizing coverage. (Tip, you can also mix with your favorite SPF for added protection)

3. Mattifying Finishing Powder: Take it on the go to set your liquid make-up and stay matte all day.

4. Cream Contour: Mix up darker and lighter shades with Protective Day Lotion for creamy, blendable, custom contour.



 
Even more important is that Dual Identity Wet + Dry Foundation is not tested on animals. It is also free of fragrance, parabens or talc. That makes me feel great about using it each and every day. 

Here is the complete ingredient list:

Ingredients: Boron Nitride, Zinc Oxide, Zinc Stearate, Populus Tremuloides Bark Extract, Dimethicone, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Lonicera Caprifolium (Honeysuckle) Flower Extract, Sorbic Acid, Water/Aqua, Lonicera Japonica (Honeysuckle) Flower Extract, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Retinyl Palmitate, Tocopherol, Honey Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate. MAY CONTAIN: Mica (CI 77019), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxides (CI 77491), Iron Oxides (CI 77492), Iron Oxides (CI 77499) Chromium Oxide Greens (CI 77288), Manganese Violet (CI 77742)



A little history about  Studio Gear Cosmetics first. They have been around more than 15 years.    Studio Gear Cosmetics is a luxury cosmetics brand featuring a full collection of professional makeup brushes, complexion formulas, and an endless selection of color products for the eyes, cheeks, and lips.  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. Every woman deserves high quality cosmetics at a great price. All Studio Gear tools have a lifetime product guarantee. They have unbelievable tools to help you achieve every look from basic to advanced techniques. 


The Studio Gear color palette is vibrant and original - the colors are true, pure and absolutely precise. The simplicity and quality in the eye shadows and lipsticks provide staple colors for any look, whether it be timeless or trend. Customers ask for products by name and keep coming back again and again. I love the convenience of online shopping and Studio Gear makes it easy. You can find all their great beauty and cosmetics including the Dual Identity Wet/Dry Mineral Foundation right on their website 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.

Saturday, August 6, 2016

Ready for a Seventh Generation Healthy Baby Home Party? Take a peek!

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 loved 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. They are all in generous sizes too, enough so that everyone can try 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 are excited for their goody bags and I know the kids will be eager to try the foods too. I hoping to host my party on a sunny day in the end of July so we can spend a lot of the time on our beautiful back deck and the kids will be 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 will 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.   
  • 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.

RoC® RETINOL CORREXION® Eye Cream and RoC® MULTI CORREXION® 5-in-1Restoring Night Cream @crowdtap #womenwhoroc


I received a free sample of RoC® RETINOL CORREXION® Eye Cream and RoC® MULTI CORREXION® 5-in-1 Restoring Night Cream through my friends at Crowdtap. These two creams are a powerful duo that moisturize and correct the face including the delicate eye area all at once. That is a true timesaver for a busy mama like me who has to look presentable each and every day. I need to use my secret weapons like RoC to stay refreshed. My clients notice every little thing and I only want them to notice how fresh and youthful I look. These two are a winner for that very reason. 


In fact, these specialized creams were formulated in France to keep your look look radiant. I don't care about revealing my age...I just don't want to LOOK my age. RoC gets it. I work hard to eat healthy and take good care of my body from head to toe and it is a real challenge on some days to squeeze it all in there.


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 it was time for a change. This new eye cream and MULTI CORREXION® 5-in-1 Restoring Night Cream f
rom RoC makes it easy since they are a simple but effective duo for a busy mama like me. They are formulated with the latest anti-aging ingredients that help to improve radiance and smooth my face and eyes while I rest. That is exactly why I was so excited to try this out. 

The RoC® MULTI CORREXION® 5 in 1 Restoring Night Cream and RETINOL CORREXION® Eye Cream feels great on my skin and did not cause any irritation. It absorbed quickly and I could just put my head on the pillow and sleep. 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. I just looked more rested. My fine lines were softer and more blurred--definitely less noticeable.  That is a big improvement, since before I started using this cream the only comments I might hear were how tired I looked. Yikes...not what you want to hear. What an ego booster to hear how GREAT I looked after trying a new cream. Shhh, don't tell anyone my little secret, 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.

Thursday, August 4, 2016

Mirrorvana Rectangular Makeup Mirror – 9.8″ x 7″ is the ultimate dressing table accessory #Mirrorvana


My vanity looks complete now. I love using this gorgeous and well designed makeup Mirrorvana mirror for my beauty routine each day.  It arrived recently and I was impressed from the start. It was securely packed and padded and arrived in perfect condition. It even came in a beautiful box, so it makes it the perfect gift for anyone.



It measures 9.8″ x 7″ which is much larger than most makeup mirrors. I can truly see everything while I do my makeup. I adore this rectangular makeup mirror.  It lets me see myself in the best light with this modern, well-designed mirror.  It is free of distortion and crystal clear too. 

This mirror has a classic, modern style that I adore on my vanity. It makes it a please to check my look, get ready for a special occasion or just apply my everyday makeup. The base is heavy enough to secure the mirror and let's me adjust the angle without balance issues. It doesn't budge whether you angle it up or down, to the right or to the left. It is the perfect mirror for my dressing table.



As I mentioned, I was concerned about how a mirror would do with shipping but I had no worries once it arrived. This Mirrorvana product was packaged in there secure layers. It was double boxed and encased in a layer of cushioned foam. The company ensures each mirror will arrive free of chips, scratches or cracking. It arrived in perfect condition as promised. 



It was super simple to assemble too...it literally took me 30 seconds. You can easily Take it apart too for travel. This mirror is compact and portable enough to travel with for business or pleasure. It is easy to experience Nirvana with the MIRRORVANA 1,000 day warranty.  They stand by their products and got you covered for the full length of the warranty. You can find all the beautiful Mirrorvana makeup mirrors right 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.