Garnier Fructis Sleek + Shine fights frizz with a complete line of hairproducts @GarnierUSAFructis @Crowdtap #sponsored

Summer is the best but it comes with a few tiny little barriers to overcome that take a little bit of consideration. One of them is hair frizz. It is a problem almost everyone has at one time or another whether you are a top model or a mama like me who just tries to keep herself fit, fashionable and looking good on a day to day basis. The frizz solution doesn't have to cost an arm and leg when you take a run to your local store like Target or Rite Aid for example. If you didn't know that there was a reasonable solution to hair frizz then keep reading my friends.

Garnier Fructis Sleek & Shine helps you fight frizz with a powerful lineup of shampoo, conditioner, and leave-in conditioning cream. Garnier Fructis Sheer Set Hairspray gives your hair a strong, 48-hour breathable hold with a touchable finish. Garnier sent me samples of these products to try and must share that they are quite effective and easy to incorporate into my daily routine. They perform well and have a fresh, light scent. My hair looks great and it stayed frizz free all day long.


I received a generous sample set from Crowdtap including:

• 1 sample of Garnier Fructis Sleek & Shine Shampoo
• 1 sample of Garnier Fructis Sleek & Shine Conditioner
• 1 sample of Garnier Fructis Sleek & Shine Intensely Smooth Leave-In Conditioner
• 1 sample of Garnier Fructis Sheer Set Hair Spray   

One of the most wonderful things about these Garnier Fructis products is that they are reasonably priced and are available locally at wherever I shop. I have been seeing them all over the place from  Walgreens to Walmart and my two favorites of course, Rite Aid and Target. Pick up the entire set of items and keep yourself frizz free all summer long. Don't forget to pack them on your summer vacation 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.

Chick-fil-A has a new app that is super rewarding #CFAOne

Did you hear about the amazing and rewarding app that was just launched from Chick-fil-A? It is called Chick-fil-A One and it can help you get your food fast plus reward you with freebies. Oh my gosh....goodies galore are in your future when u download the Chick-fil-A One app today! Don't wait....just do it now.

We love Chick-fil-A One since it makes it easy to order and get the order fast. I used it the other day when I was squeezed with work appointments. I placed the order on the app and it was ready 14 seconds after I walked in the location. A smiling employee handed me my bag of food like a magician. The family was thrilled when I walked in the door and this mama was happy she saved time! 

As a Chick-fil-A Mom, I often get the inside scoop. This new handy app is a must have. You can find it here. bit.ly/1P5fyde #CFAOne

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.

Gardening and recycling with a little help fromChick-fil-A #chickfilamomsDIY #sponsored

I love to garden and that is no secret. The key for me is getting an early start with the seeds. One of the flowers that I just adore is sunflowers. There is something so fascinating and almost prehistoric about them that just ales me want to grow them every year. Someone, or some others apparently love them just as much though and that can be problematic. Who? That is a question you might ask. Not a friend....those vexing squirrels. Chick-fil-A has given me an easy solution though. Even better, the solution is green.

As a Chick-fil-A Mom, I am fortunate to receive some goodies here and there and one of them recently helped to facilitate this review. I had one of their delicious salads and I had a challenge to recycle the container. The timing was perfect as the squirrels had recently raised my sunflower seeds that I had planted in a little peat pot on my porch. Of course I was quite irked until I realized I had the perfect solution. My Chick-fil-A salad container already has vent holes and a cover to keep out prying and hungry squirrels. 

I added a bit of festive spring flower decor, potting soil, water and my sunflower seeds to my Chick-fil-A salad container and covered it lightly.  A perfect squirrel proof mini seed starter pot that is as green as it can be. Thanks Chick-fil-A for my little greenhouse. I will keep you all posted as the sunflowers grow tall and beautiful! 

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.

Beauty Box 5 May 2016 Save a Mermaid @beautybox5 #briogeo #appealcosmetics #mystictan #glamourdollsmakeup #elizabethmott

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 May Save a Mermaid Box this week.  The May theme  albout staying pretty in or out of the ocean (or pool!). Beauty Box 5 always has 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 March 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 I go.  Even if it is far from home I will still be looking good with all my goodies stashed in my bag.

The first item in this box is a sample package of Rosarco Milk Reparative Leave-in Spray. My hair gets so dry I am always looking for a simple, moisturizing solution to keep it looking smooth and manageable. I  always need all the extra love I can get for my hair since my time is limited but I must l. I am always on the lookout for anything that can make me look better on the way out the door.These ppl good. This lightweight spray is super moisturizing and even protects against UV rays. It only takes a minute to make a big difference. Retail $20 

I am super careful about sunscreen and caring for my skin but it still does feel nice to have a tiny kiss of color. It just looks like I haven't been holed up in my dungeon working like a loony...even though I have. Summer brings on longer days but no matter how tired I am I know a little bit of color makes a big difference. Busy days and nights call for fast options to keep myself looking wakey-wakey without layers of makeup.  Mystic Tan Mocha-Kyssed Bronzer Lotion does the e trick for me. Even when my days are long I can count on a bit of moisturizer, BB cream and go!  Retail: $35.00

Appeal Cosmetics Luxurious Lipstick in Crush is the perfect option for my mermaid cosmetic bag. This vibrant lipstick adds pigment while keeping my lips hydrated. Looking good on busy days doesn't have to be complicated in the summer. Moisturizer, mascara and I can't go out the door without lip color. Consider this pretty option perfect for your make-up bag everyday, purse and travel. Pretty hydrating color on my lips in a snap? Yes you can! Get bright this summer and stand out with this pretty coral lipstick.  Retail $29

Even in the summer my lashes need some solid color and definition that hangs in there through the beach and pool. Not all waterproof mascara brands are the same. If you are looking for a good one you might want to think about this Glamour Mermaid Lashes Splash Proof Mascara. You only need a little bit to add some defining color that sticks around all day.  Defined lashes add that extra little zip for any day. This brand sticks around all day and does not smudge on me.  I like not having to worry in the summer but having the confidence that long, lush lashes give me.  An excellent deal at $4.99.

Forget boring, standard black liner this summer! If you are ready for some mermaid glamour and just a tiny bit of sparkle, you have to try the new Elizabeth Mott You're So Fine Liquid Line. You only need a little bit of sparkle in the summer to add to a special look and this is the ticket to shine.  You can add some subtle sparkle to your eyes that sticks around all night long with this liquid liner. I have used other Elizabeth Mott cosmetics and I find the brand to be reasonably priced and effective. This liner is right on the mark. It has just enough sparkle and doesn't irritate my eyes. It stayed put all evening long. Retail $18.00

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 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.