Saturday, November 23, 2013

{Product Review} The Ozeri Duo UltraTM Salt & Pepper Grinder @Ozeriproducts

Hey everyone!

Not going to do a lot of chit chat here so lets just get into this awesome product.

I have been wanting a salt and pepper grinder because I am obsessed with Pink Himalayan salt and I like to grind my own. Well, when I had the chance to review this awesome grinder I jumped at it.

Here is what the Ozeri Duo UltraTM Salt & Pepper Grinder looks like and some information about it.


  • Boasts the same powerful ceramic gears as the Ozeri Duo for effortless grinding.
  • Newly designed unique easy-refill system prevents spillage.
  • Durable eco-friendly ceramic mechanism easily grinds peppercorns, salt, and spices.
  • Features an elegant stainless-steel exterior with an ergonomic non-slip grip.
  • Transparent container makes monitoring pepper level easy and reveals the grinding action.

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What I Thought

This grinder is pretty awesome and I love the fact it holds a great deal of both pepper and salt so I don't have to have two separate things taking up more room on my table. I also love the fact that I get fresh ground pepper when I want it. This grinder is also super easy to use and fill which is also a great feature. You can also adjust the fineness of the grind so you can make it as course or as fine as you want. However, I did find that with the pepper no matter which way I turned the little nobs it was still pretty course for my taste but then again I am not a huge pepper fan. The salt side is great though and I love the grind on it. All in all I would say this is a great grinder and for the price you can't beat it.

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Disclosure Notice: I received this product for free in exchange for my personal and honest review. I did not receive any monetary compensation for this review and all thoughts and opinions expressed are my own.


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Friday, November 22, 2013

{Product Review} "Organic Matcha" Green Tea Powder By KissMe Organics


Hey everyone!

How many of you love tea and green tea as much as I do? I'm a true southerner through and through and I love my sweet tea but I will admit that I love some beautiful gentle green tea lattes also and the fact I can put it into different dishes and deserts just makes my tea obsession grow to new heights. When I was asked to try and review the Organic Matcha by KissMe Organics I jumped at the chance.

Here is Kiss Me Organics Organic Matcha.



How great is Organic Matcha?

  • ALL DAY ENERGY & FOCUS: Lift your vitality and concentration with the slow release natural energy from Organic Matcha
  • CALORIE BURNING BOOSTER: Support your weight loss goals with an all-natural way to increase your body's metabolism
  • LATTES | SMOOTHIES | BAKING: Kiss Me Organics Matcha Green Tea Powder arrives in an easy-to-use airtight health grade packaging allowing for as much or as little use as you need for any occasion. Enjoy a relaxing latte in the morning, bake a dozen cupcakes or simply add a small boost to your morning smoothie
  • 137x ANTIOXIDANTS OF BREWED GREEN TEA: Matcha Green Tea can only be used in a powdered form because, unlike brewed green tea, it contains the entire tea leaf which dramatically increases the nutritional content.
  • IMPROVED HAIR & SKIN HEALTH: Scientists have discovered Matcha Green Tea helps protect from harmful UVA/UVB rays as well as free radicals damage.


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What I Thought

This was a wonderful green tea powder and had great flavor. I ended up making not only yummy Matcha but I also ended up making Matcha Cupcakes with Matcha Buttercream Frosting. Yeah, they turned out so good and my family and friends were surprised at how good they were. I also liked how well this powder dissolved in anything I put it in. I have had other Matcha and for some reason or another it didn't dissolve very well and left a granny texture, especially in frosting. However, this matcha made everything turn out awesome. I totally recommend this to all matcha and new matcha lovers out there. I think you will all love this one.


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Thursday, November 21, 2013

{Product Review} Immortal Sleep by Immortal Herbs #ImmortalSleep


Hey everyone!

Anyone have trouble sleeping like I do sometimes? Anyone hate taking something for it because it tends to leave you groggy sometimes two days even after taking the medication? Well, I finally found something that helps me go to sleep gently and I actually wake up and I don't feel groggy or like I had taken something.

It's called ...


What is Immortal Sleep?

Wake up refreshed and ready for the day! Be reminded of how great it feels to get an uninterrupted good night’s sleep. For people who have: difficulty falling asleep, poor quality sleep, irritability, agitation, fatigue, and lack of focus. This safe and effective, non habit forming formula has no side effects and no next day drowsiness.

Most people will suffer from insomnia at one time or another. Often due to stress and anxiety and the inability to “shut off the mind chatter.” Insomnia can quickly inhibit your body and mind’s ability to function at optimum levels. Sleeping pills can be helpful when all other efforts have failed. Our natural herbal sleep aid is not only effective but also safe, non-habit forming and all with no next day grogginess.

If you have trouble with sleep and want to avoid the side effects of other sleeping pills, taking Immortal Herbs’ specially developed herbal sleep formulation will help you to regain the balance needed to ensure a deep peaceful slumber. Deep quality sleep is essential for your health and well being and allows your body to restore and renew. This herbal remedy is extremely safe and will allow deep relaxation and calm.

Unlike other sleeping pills, Immortal Herbs‘ sleep blend may provide your body with benefits beyond that of a good night’s sleep. Immortal Sleep™ contains the time tested herbal remedy long ago introduced into Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). In TCM all of the remedies focus on bringing the body back into balance. Traditionally it was used for “replenishing the blood and Yin” and to “strengthen heart functions.” People needing this treatment exhibited symptoms such as heart palpitations, irritability, restlessness, forgetfulness, and night sweats. Today, the herbal remedy is commonly used by Chinese doctors for insomnia associated with palpitation, amnesia, and anxiety.

Our all natural sleeping pills contain zizyphus which has been used for centuries to help people fall asleep. It is well suited to those who are stressed out and experiencing symptoms like irritability, agitation, and racing thoughts. Zizyphus is used to get the body to sleep more soundly.

For deep peaceful sleep you need to relax the body and mind. To achieve this we have combined L-theanine with our herbs. L-theanine promotes deep relaxation, stress relief and calmness. L-theanine is not a sleep aid itself but allows the body to enter a state of calm relaxation so the herbs may be more effective at getting the body into a deep state of rest.

What I Thought

I have to admit that I thought this was going to be the same as any other sleep aid I have tried. I thought it was going to put me right to sleep and then leave me with a sleep hangover, as I like to call it. However, I was wrong. It helped me to gently fall asleep. By that I mean, it didn't knock me out like I was hit over the head with a club. No, it slowly started to make me tired where I knew to lie down to go to sleep and then I just feel asleep like you should normally. Now, I do want to mention that it tells you to take 3 of the pills but I honestly just took 2 because, as I stated before, I was afraid it was going to do the old sleep hangover and I wanted to try and lessen it if I could. However, even taking just the two pills I still felt like it helped me to go to sleep much better. I also woke up with out the sleep hangover and felt pretty darn good, if I do say so myself. All in all, I would say these done exactly what they should have but didn't leave you wanting to go back to sleep and groggy the next morning.

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Friday, November 15, 2013

Love with Food's October Tasting Box Review @lovewithfood #lovewithfood

Hey everyone!

I have been getting Love with Food since around the beginning of the year but honestly it doesn't make it long enough to really take pictures and review it here in my house. lol Once that box comes it is opened and devoured like a pack of wolves into a fresh kill. lol It's my most popular monthly box because of all the wonderful treats that you get every month.

Well, I managed to hide this one and get pictures and really sit down and taste everything so I could give it a good review.

Here is what came in this months box.



Here is what it looks like when I get it.


Love the packaging!

The card that tells everything about the snacks.

At first glance!

Products

Toasted Coconut Chips

Dang Coconut Chips are from the nutrient-packed copra, or meat of the coconut, our toasted coconut chips are a delicious snack that provides loads of energy. The meat is sliced out of mature coconuts then gently toasted until golden brown with a dash of sugar and salt. The toasting process brings out the natural sweetness of the coconut meat and turns it from white to golden brown.

What I Thought
Dang! These things are brilliant! They are crunchy, sweet, and just beautiful. It's hard to believe these things are actually good for you when they taste as good as they do. I love eating these right out of the bag but I could see using these in different recipes that would simply take it over the edge. Love this stuff!

Organic Hard Candies: Blood Orange & Honey, D' Anjou Pear & Cinnamon

Torie and Howard bring you a whole new way of looking at candy. Try our fresh-off-the-vine flavors using sophisticated, epicurean recipes made with organic, all-natural ingredients, no additives or preservatives. And with only 12 calories per candy, treating yourself has never been this good for you.

What I Thought
Both had amazing flavor but my goodness the D' Anjou Pear & Cinnamon became my absolute favorite. The flavor is simply delicious. The cinnamon they use is the real deal and not this imitation other people use in products and the pear is sweet and delicious. It was as if I was eating a nice juicy pear. I refuse to eat any other hard candies after having these. These are my new favorite to have on hand when I want a sweet treat.

New World Cavemen Cookies

Who said eating Paleo meant eating bland, tasteless food? Obviously the cavemen never tasted these delicious New World cookies! Pop one in your mouth and see if this won't change your mind.

What I Thought
These were some of the best cookies I have had and the fact they are Paleo just makes it so much better. Actually, when I read what kind they were I was a little worried they wouldn't be very good but my goodness they were so good. They had amazing flavor and I could actually taste what were in them. I couldn't taste anything fake and wonder about what I was eating. I went out and bought more of these. Such a good treat!

Kind Fruit & Nut

KIND bars take special pride in crafting together delicious, addictive, and healthy fruit and nut bars from the highest quality of nuts and fruits that nature can provide. There's nothing artificial about it! With this offer, you can sample a variety of KIND bar flavors and before you dig into each bar don't forget to ask yourself: When was the last time you were KIND to your body?

What I Thought
This was a great little snack. I could taste the coconut, almonds and the other ingredients. It didn't taste like it was full of artificial junk but had a nice clean sweet taste. It also gave me a nice boost of natural energy from the nuts and grains in this bar. It was a nice bar and totally would eat it again.

All Natural Glee Gum

Ever had all natural chicle before? Neither have we till we sunk our teeth into Glee Gum. It is am all natural chewing gum made with sustainably harvested rainforest chicle. It's unique gum base contains super chewy chicle, a tree sap harvested sustainably from sapodilla trees in the rainforests of Central America. Glee Gum is the #1 healthy alternative to synthetic chewing gum and bubble gum!

What I Thought
Love the package but didn't care for the gum. It started out with a nice flavor but then after a few seconds it started tasting like rubber and just wasn't good after that. I wouldn't buy this for myself that's for sure. I will stick to my other gum.

Happy Squeeze Organic Fruit & Veggie Twist

If you ask us, not enough healthy, all natural, and not to mention delicious food come out of a bright little tetra pack! Best of all, it's bright blue! The Happy Squeeze Veggie Blueberry Twist will have you scratching your head wondering how they packed all those vegetables and fruits in there!?

What I Thought
I wanted to like this but I really didn't like the flavor. I am not big on blueberry and it was like a tart sour and I didn't care for that. I know I would like other flavors because I have had similar products before and I do like those but I wouldn't buy this flavor.

Pixo Pearls in Apple Cider Vinegar

PIXO Pearls Original are pearls of Gingras XO Apple Cider Vinegar, encapsulated in an alginate (seaweed) film. Created using molecular gastronomy, they give your food a new dimension of flavour as you bite into the pearls and experience a taste explosion.

They allow you to create gourmet, eye-catching restaurant quality dishes at home, and add a light tangy flavour. We suggest sprinkling them on a salad, using them to spruce up a canapé or even to add a bite to cocktails. Each box contains 4 sachets of 0.35oz of pearls. They are shelf stable until opening, Kosher, gluten-free and vegan friendly.

What I Thought
I have to admit that I have yet to try these. I am waiting to make a really amazing pork loin and then use these as a garnish. I have a feeling they are going to be amazing though.

100 Calorie Chocolate Pizzelle Crisps
Silk City Snacks

What did the Pizelle waffle say when you popped them in your mouth? CRUNCH, CRUNCH! Be careful when eating these addicting snacks in public, and definitely avoid the library. Each bite-sized waffle is bursting with lightly sweetened chocolate flavor. Don't say we didn't warn you!

What I Thought
I wanted to like these so much but honestly these were the worst thing that came in Octobers box. I ate one and couldn't even finish eating it. At first the taste was pretty good. It was light, crisp, and so crunchy but then there was this burnt after taste that honestly made me sick. I hated these! Would not eat them again!



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Thursday, November 14, 2013

{Product Review} Omni Herbals Pharmacist Weight Loss Formula @OmniHerbals

Hey everyone!

I always want to bring different products to you guys and I know some of you may struggle just like I do with your weight. I am always trying something different to help me with my weight. Honestly, I am willing to try pretty much anything. I try to eat right and control how much I eat but sometimes I need that little extra something to help out the cravings. Sometimes willpower isn't enough and that is where I like to check out some different products that might help with those cravings. That is when I came across this product.


I have to admit that I actually really liked this product. This product actually helped with my cravings and while I don't feel I have used it long enough to really see a difference in my weight I have noticed that I am loosing weight and am starting to feel better physically. The only complaint that I had with this product is the fact the pills are these large brown pills that did not smell good at all. With it being an herbal product though having that herbal smell is a given but it's not something that I have ever liked when it came to pills. Anyway, once I got passed the size and smell of them they worked pretty well.

This product is super simple to use, I mean it's a pill you take around 15 to 30 minutes before you eat. Couldn't be any more simple, right. When I first started taking these I didn't feel bad or any kind of side effects. I do love the burst of energy you get from these though and that really helps me to want to get up and exercise and do other things that I need to do. Never a bad thing to have a burst of good energy. This stuff also helps, as I stated before, suppress and control your appetite but it also helps to maximize your diet and exercise results while also boosting your metabolism all in a safe way. I love that this product is safe and actually works for me.

Another really awesome thing about this product is the fact it's safe for people with high blood pressure and diabetes.

All in all, I totally recommend this product to anyone who wants some help in losing and controlling their weight.

To find out more information and to buy this product click the links below.

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Wednesday, November 13, 2013

Ipsy's October "The Art of Beauty" Glam Bag Review @ipsy #glambag

Hey everyone!

Here is my review of the October Glam Bag. It's awesome and can't wait to share it with you all.

Here it is!



Products

Nail Polish {Giovanna}

Part of the Fall 2013 CASHMERES & SATINS Collection, these shades are created to work together with this season's most stylish runway designs and luxurious fabric blends. These ultra long-wearing, glossy nail lacquers by Zoya are BIG5FREE - free of toluene, camphor, formaldehyde, formaldehyde resin and dibutyl phthalate (DBP).

What I Thought
I am a nail polish fananic and Zoya is one of my favorites. I love the colors and textures that Zoya has and it goes on so beautiful. The green is so vibrant and I can't wait to use it during Christmas. I tired it out and it didn't stain my nails but I used a clear coat before applying the color. Love it and can't wait to get more polishes from them.

Full-On™ Lip Polish in Dolly

Tingle, plump & shine your pout to super-sexy proportions with sheer, shimmering Full-On™ Lip Polish in Dolly. This bestselling dusty mauve gloss creates the look of fuller, more voluptuous lips while Vitamins A & E help keep them soft, smooth and protected.

What I Thought
I actually really loved this gloss. It had great pigment and smells really great. It doesn't feel sticky or thick but goes on smooth and feels really good on. Really great lip gloss.

Hand Cream

Indulge your hands with a well-deserved treat. This ultra nourishing hand cream is enriched with shea butter, coconut oil, and aloe vera to smooth, nourish and rejuvenate hands and cuticles. Rich, and never greasy, this beautiful blend is kissed with a delectable scent. Available in four delectable scents, coconut & cream, strawberry & cream, vanilla & cream and lemon & cream.

What I Thought
I am so picky when it comes to lotion that it is really bad but when I saw that I was getting this one I was excited to try it but didn't know if it would be greasy or not. Well, it's not and I am in love. I have found a lotion that honestly I have went and bought two more to have around the house. This lotion has a light scent so it doesn't overpower you when you put it on. It's a nice thick cream and it just melts into the skin and leaves a velvet smooth feeling. For someone as picky as me when it comes to lotions this is one that I will not live without. It's simply beautiful.

Blow Dry Gel

The Sexy Hair Blow Gel is an alcohol-free gel that thickens hair while adding volume. It also helps retain moisture so your hair never feels dry. Delivers a light to medium hold.

What I Thought
I like the products from Sexy Hair and this one was good too. I like that it didn't weigh my hair down but added some nice volume to my normally straight limp hair. Really great stuff.

Eco-Beauty® Oil-Free Face Cleanser Wipes

The La Fresh® Eco-Beauty® Oil-Free Face Cleanser Wipes gently cleanses and detoxifies skin. Contains pineapple, vitamin E, cucumber, marshmallow, oat, aloe and chamomile extracts. These wipes are biodegradable, compostable and are packaged using clean, renewal solar energy. Paraben-free.

What I Thought
I love a good face wipe and these are awesome and the fact they are inexpensive just makes these so much better. They smell so yummy and don't leave my face feeling oily or dry. These are just great and make me feel refreshed and clean. I will be using these face wipes from now on and even going to try the make-up removing wipes.



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Tuesday, November 12, 2013

Ipsy's September "Classic Beauty" Glam Bag Review @ipsy #glambag

Hey everyone!

Here is my review for the September Glam Bag that you all have been waiting for. I am finally starting to catch up on everything. :)

Anyway, here is all the goodies I got in September and I ended up loving them all.

Here it is!



Products

Tinted Lip Balm

This ultra matte, super-moisturizing lip balm delivers rich color and amazing staying power. This amazing lip balm is formulated with 3D Smart Film Former, which keeps colors vibrant longer. Includes a built-in brush for easy application. Wear alone or apply with the Cailyn Pearly Shimmer Balm for a more glamorous, shimmery pout. Available in 18 shades.

What I Thought
Honestly, love the product, hate the color. This lip product is more of a lip stain than a lip balm also. Now, about the color. It is a red apple color and honestly it doesn't look that great on me so that is why I don't really like it. I wish they would have offered another color, a lighter color because red doesn't fit everyone. But I did discover that I can blend this with a lighter color and it mutes it to where I can wear it. So, that is the silver lining.

It's So Big Volumizing Mascara

An ipsy exclusive launch! This mascara was created using a unique formula that delivers BIG volume and lengthens and curls your lashes without smudging! The hourglass brush ensures that you get the right amount of mascara applied to each lash. Use the It's So Big Volumizing Mascara with the Lash Card and watch your lashes grow bigger with each layer!

What I Thought
While this isn't my favorite mascara it is still pretty good. It goes on good but feels kinda heavy. I don't know, it could have just been me but it was okay. I won't be buying it formyself but I am glad to have tried this out.

Obsidian Kohl Eye Pencil

The Starlooks Obsidian Kohl Eye Pencil glide across delicate lids without pulling. Try using this creamy liner to create a smoky eye or use it as a base for eyeshadows on your entire lid. Available in 11 stunning and super saturated shades!

What I Thought
Honestly, it's a pretty darn good eye liner. It glides onto the lid and doesn't skip like others can. It's almost like putting on a liquid liner. It easy to control and makes a great line. Awesome liner.

Ivory Lace Highlighter Pencil

Chella's Ivory Lace Highlighter Pencil is a fresh and pretty neutral pencil that will brighten and visibly lift your eyes when lightly applied on the brow bone, dark circles, blemishes and red spots. Draw a line under the brow with this creamy pencil and then pat gently into place using your ring finger. May be used above the brow for additional highlighting, as well as anywhere you would use a concealer.

What I Thought
Honestly, haven't used this product yet. I haven't had a reason too. Not even sure really how to use it because I have never used a highlighting pencil. I might look something up on youtub or on Ipsy and try using it sometime.

Single Eye Shadow

The NYX Single Eye shadow packs a punch of color and is incredibly easy to blend. Go edgy or understated effortlessly, and enjoy the luscious, long-wearing color from sunrise to sunset...and beyond!

What I Thought
I love NYX! Everything about their products I have loved and this eye shadow is no different. The pigment is awesome and it goes on perfect. I have no complaints what so ever with this eye shadow.



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Monday, November 11, 2013

Ipsy's August "Glamour Academy" Glam Bag Review @ipsy #glambag

Hey everyone!

I'm not going to do a lot of chit chat because let's face it, you just wanna know about the amazing products I got in my August Glam Bag.

Well, here is my review. I was overall pretty happy with this glam bag and I can't wait to show you all the awesome products I got.

So, here it is.


Products

Revolution Lipstick

Urban Decay's Pigment Infusion System™ delivers insane color payoff with creamy shine, Maxi-Lip™ plumps and nourishing oils leave lips cushiony soft. Get the color you crave. Addictive to apply (and even more addictive to wear), this creamy formula glides on without dragging or skipping, hugs every curve and gives you a BIG laydown of color. There's a wide range of colors - from gorgeous nudes to bold brights, there’s something for everyone. Our luxe, custom-designed gunmetal tube (lined in dark purple) features organically shaped facets that practically beg to be touched. You’ll want to keep pulling it out of your bag—whether it’s time to reapply or not.

What I Thought
This lip color is great! It so creamy and smooth, unlike other lip colors I have had. The color is also gorgeous but it's not one that I would normally wear all of the time. I actually ended up buying this in a nude color to wear all of the time and I get the most compliments when I wear it. Just an all around great lip color.

Lash Booster Mascara in Blackest Black

This unique mascara truly boosts your lashes, giving them a "push-up" effect that lasts all day. The dense, rich formula coats lashes with maximum pigment, for long-lasting full color and the cone-shaped brush coats each lash evenly. Long lasting, smudge-free and waterproof.

What I Thought
I am in love with this mascara! Not only does it go on better than any mascara that I have ever used but it feels great on the lash. It doesn't weigh them down or flake after wearing for a long time. Another great thing I am always looking for in a mascara is it being waterproof and this one is! I was able to wear this one to a pool party and it actually didn't budge, not even a smudge. I have found my new go to mascara!

Eye Shadow in Bronze

MicaBeauty Mineral Eyeshadows are extremely gentle, free of preservatives, chemicals, dyes, talc, oils, and other fillers. With this unique formula, the eyeshadows will look ultra smooth and stay put for hours without creasing or pulling the delicate eye area. Can be mixed with clear lip-gloss, clear mascara, and clear nail polish to add pigment to lips, eyelashes and nails!

What I Thought
This was a really great color. It went on well and wore well too. It didn't last all day but it lasted long enough and still looked great even after six to eight hours of wear. Really nice product and would love to try other colors.

Alight Multi-Mineral BB Cream

The Alight Multi-Mineral BB Cream hydrates, primes, illuminates, and perfects leaving a sheer bare skin finish. Specialized mineral pigments instantly adjusts to your skin shade allows one color to work for many and can be built up for just the right amount of coverage. Your skin will look natural, dewy, youthful and radiant without looking like you are wearing heavy make-up.

What I Thought
I actually don't use BB Cream so I was excited to try this one. I have to admit that I did like it although I don't really have anything to compare it to but it had nice even coverage and my make up went on nice and smooth over this cream. Pretty nice stuff and I think I would actually use BB Cream again.

Jojoba Charcoal Gentle Exfoliating Facial Scrub

The Jojoba Charcoal Gentle Exfoliating Facial Scrub is formulated using the powers of Jojoba Wax Beads and Activated Charcoal. This mask effectively removes dead skin, impurities and toxins, but is gentle enough for sensitive and acne prone skin types. Jojoba Wax Beads provide gentle exfoliation without leaving microlacerations on delicate skin. Highly absorbent Activated Charcoal penetrates deeply into pores to draw out impurities and toxins. Also refines texture and encourages skin renewal, leaving skin smooth and refreshed.

What I Thought
I love a good exfoliating scrub and this one is as good as it gets. It has an amazing smell and makes the skin feel incredible afterwards. If you ever get the chance to try this you should because you will love it.



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