Cabs Beauty Hair Care Review!

 

I was recently invited to review a set of hair care products from Cabs Beauty which includes their argan oil shampoo, argan oil conditioner, argan oil serum & repair spray. Their products are cruelty free, paraben free, phosphate free & silicone free. I've used a product or two in the past that had argan oil that I enjoyed, so I was excited to try this out to see if it would work with my hair or not. 

I am someone who dyes their hair vibrant colors & sometimes shampoos can be pretty harsh when it comes to stripping more of the color away with each wash than you'd like it to. I have noticed this shampoo removes hardly any color while still cleansing the hair which is wonderful, because it will help the color stay longer which means adding in color less. I also like the conditioner, it helps add some moisture and shine to my hair while helping with my frizz a little bit while keeping the natural wavy bounce my hair normally has. Both of the products lather well & are easy to work through your hair so you are able to get down to the scalp while coating each strand of hair. All of the products have a nice airy scent to them which will last a day or two after washing. The moisture repair spray seems to be a kind of all in one product, it helps with anti-frizz, helps repair while moisturizing & can be used to help prevent damage when using a blow-dryer or hair straightener. 

When I was younger I didn't really like how naturally wavy my hair was so I would straighten my hair quite often, however I have since embraced how my hair looks so I don't really straighten it as often and I always let my hair dry naturally after taking a shower so I mainly use this spray just for some added moisture & frizz control. It does seem to help and adds a little bit of a shine as well which is great. I haven't used the hair serum much, however I've been using it on my husbands hair at night (he has a mohawk type hair style) and he has noticed his hair feels stronger and is softer although his hair was already pretty soft. After using these products my hair does feel soft & looks light and bouncy, I look forward to finishing the bottles and seeing the true end results of using the Cabs products during a longer stretch of time. Price wise they seem fairly affordable, they are on the higher end of hair care products but are still below salon prices. The shampoo & conditioner are $15.80 per bottle, I've used them a few times now and still feel like I have a lot of product left. Depending on how often you wash your hair & how much product you use I'd say the bottles will last one to two months. The moisture spray is $12.80 & the serum is $13.80, both are products you will use very little of with each use so the bottles will last quite sometime. 

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Disclaimer- The products mentioned above were provided by Cabs Beauty for the review free of charge no other compensation was provided. However, no product compensation will influence the outcome of any review. My honest opinions are used in all reviews, they are solely my own & they may vary from others. My reviews are posted for readers in order to provide an informed decision before purchase.

Help control frizz with Emera CBD Hair Care!

 

Emera is a fantastic CBD brand that has a large line of hair care products designed to help your hair feel & look it's best. They are part of the brands that fall under the Earthly Body line (Which are all fantastic by the way) and have recently switched to all sustainable packaging. One of the things I love about all of their products is that they smell fantastic & in turn it makes your hair smell good as well. The products in this line have a Seagrass mint smell which has fragrance notes of sun-drenched ivy, lily of the valley and of course peppermint.

I am going to be sharing three of their wonderful products with you and I highly suggest looking at the rest of this line and the other lines they have as well, your hair will thank you. 

Emera CBD Conditioner (Retail $24.99 10oz) - The new bottles are made from Aluminum and have a pump top to get the product out. My bottle ended up with a small ding in the side of the can but it doesn't affect the product or how well it comes out using the pump. When I use this I mainly focus on my scalp and roots, then I add a little water to work it down the rest of my hair. I typically use about half a palm full to a palm full of conditioner when I shower, a bottle can last quite sometime. After the bottle has been emptied using the pump, I add a little water, shake it up and get the last of the product out, this also helps rinse the bottle out before I put it into the recycle bin. 

Emera CBD Reparative Treatment (Retail $30.00 5.1oz) - This is a gentle hair mask that you'll work into damp hair then leave for three to five minutes before rinsing your hair. I generally like to use this once a week, or the day before I do a touch up to my hair dye to help provide some extra moisture to my hair. It is designed to nourish your scalp while strengthening your hair and reducing frizz. 

Emera CBD Detangler Plus (Retail $24.99 4oz) - I love using this when I brush my hair out in the morning and in the evening when I brush my hair, it really helps get through any tangles that might have formed. My hair feels refreshed, soft and less frizzy after using this and the added bonus of it smelling lovely is great. 

If you want to try them out you can save 25% OFF your order using code luna25 during check out, you can use this code on any of the Earthly Body brands (Emera, Marrakesh, CBD Daily, Hemp Seed, MKS Eco, Fleurtiva, and Chosen by Dogs).

Disclaimer- The products mentioned above were provided by Emera Haircare for the giveaway + review free of charge no other compensation was provided. However, no product compensation will influence the outcome of any review. My honest opinions are used in all reviews, they are solely my own & they may vary from others. My reviews are posted for readers in order to provide an informed decision before purchase.

Body care with High On Love; Review & Giveaway

 

Over the last several years products with cannabis have become increasingly more popular for a variety of reasons & Today I wanted to share a company that I discovered recently with all of you, that uses cannabis oils in their product line, the company is called High On Love. They sell a line of body care wellness items along with a intimacy line, all of which contain cannabis oils. I recently had the chance to test out four of their products & share my thoughts with all of you, plus one lucky reader will win a prize pack! (You'll receive the same pack I did).

Soft Touch Hand Cream (Retail $25) -  Their hand lotion is a mixture of almond, argan, macadamia nut and cannabis seed oil. Scent wise it smells like a mixture of rose & baby powder to me, it is a nice light and airy scent. I only need a small quarter size amount for each hand to cover everything, and it leaves my hands feeling soft + hydrated. 

Sensual Lip Balm (Retail $24) - This can be used as a base under your normal favorite lip color, it is supposed to help noticeably plump your lips and has a warming and cooling sensation when used. I have only used lip plumper's maybe twice in the past and I know they normally give your lips a tingly sensation as the product is working, but I didn't like this balm. It could have been my lips were just overly sensitive or I am not used to using a product like this, as soon as it touched my lips it didn't feel tingly instead it felt like light burning so I washed it off. Even though I personally didn't like this particular product doesn't mean someone else doesn't love it! 

Cannabis Body Butter (Retail $50) - This is similar to the hand cream, it has a similar smell to me that I enjoy. It uses natural moisturizers such as coconut and Shea butter to help your skin both look and feel its best. Plus the packaging it comes in is pretty, it almost looks like a Genies bottle. I also like that this doesn't leave my skin feeling greasy or oily after using it! This is perfect for your arms, legs and chest/belly. 

Sensual Massage Candle (Retail $50) - First I have to say that the thing I love the most about this candle and why I was drawn to it is the candle holder it comes in! It comes in a pretty rose gold holder that has their heart logo cut out on it and the candle itself is in a light pink glass which goes so well with the holder. This candle also doubles as massage oil, once the oil is warmed up enough you can pour some of it into your hand or use a wooden spoon to scoop it out if you'd prefer. The warm oil will help your muscles relax and ease your mind letting the worries of your day melt away. 

I am always trying to keep my skin feeling quite soft to the touch, it is something I've always enjoyed and my husband also loves how soft my skin is. The body butter and hand cream are up on my list of moisturizing lotions that I've tried out and actually enjoyed using. 

PRIZE ALERT: One lucky winner is going to win a prize pack just like the one I received! A $149 value.

This is open to USA Residents & Canadian Residents! Please remember if you DO NOT leave a comment on this blog post as your mandatory entry into the giveaway then all of your entries will be void. Doing the Daily entries will increase your chance of winning. Winners have 72 hours to respond to the notification email! This giveaway is hosted by ME.

This giveaway ends on 4/11/2022

Giveaway entry question: Leave a comment answering this question > What is another product from any of their collections that you would love to try? 

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Disclaimer-  High On Love provided the products mentioned above for the review & giveaway free of charge no other compensation was provided. However, no product compensation will influence the outcome of any review. My honest opinions are used in all reviews, they are solely my own & they may vary from others. My reviews are posted for readers in order to provide an informed decision before purchase. 

When Beauty - Review & Giveaway!

 

Selfcare doesn't need to take forever & it doesn't have to be complicated, it can be something as small as using a face mask, taking a short nap or even just treating yourself to a coffee & a snack. At least one a week I like to relax on the sofa watching one of my favorite shows while using a face mask to help my skin look & feel its best. Typically most masks instruct you to leave the mask on for ten to thirty minutes, depending on the type of face mask you use they can be a little slippery and hard to keep on if you are moving around a lot, which is why I prefer to sit back and relax if I am using a sheet mask. I recently received a care package from When Beauty to check out for a review here on my blog, and thus far I am loving their products. 

After my package arrived I took a look at everything & took some photos when I noticed there was a little issue with what I was sent. One of the items had expired in October and two were about to expire, so I reached out to the rep I was speaking with to let them know. Things happen so I wasn't angry about it, I just wanted to let them know in case they have pre put together kits they send out for media type inquires so that they could check their stock. I received a quick reply back, one of the items was out of stock but they were going to send a replacement for the other two. The replacement arrived quickly, plus they sent a bonus which was an extra rose coconut scrub to make up for not having the other cream in stock, which I thought was nice of them as they didn't have to replace them for me.

Masks - When Beauty not only carries sheet face masks they also have neck masks, breast masks and cream masks for those who prefer creams over sheets. I received a mixture of all of them to try out, i love the wide variety of ingredients and what the mask helps. Recently my face experienced a trouble area where I had a few spots that popped up a blemish, they are thankfully gone now and are healing, however it created a dry rough patch in that spot of my face. After looking at what each mask is designed to help, I decided to test out the "The Last Choice" mask first which provides your skin with extra hydration to fight dry patches or any flaking. Dry skin patches can also be a pain if you are planning on going out and wearing makeup as they can sometimes show through your foundation, yikes! Using a face mask and good moisturizer before hand can make a huge difference. 

The mask is a little thicker than your typical sheet mask, instead it has a layer of gel like hydrating serum. It was easy to apply & stayed in place, I liked the way it smelled and my skin immediately felt soothed after putting it on. When I went to take it off my skin felt so soft, smooth and moisturized which made me pretty happy! I also noticed that the next day when I woke up it looked a lot better than it had the day before. There are so many fantastic masks in their line that is is hard to pick out which one you want to use, because they all sound great. Bonus, many of their masks are vegan and none of their products are tested on animals.

I also used their creamy mud once this week, it has some natural peppermint oil in it which makes it smell so good. It does not come with an applicator so you will need to use your fingers or favorite mask tool, I personally like applying my face masks when an Eco tools applicator I have as it helps give you an even application.  The creamy mud has a little bit of a cooling tingle to it that is refreshing, it is easy to wash off and my skin felt clean + soft after using this. 

Berry Dual gel & cream anti-aging sleep mask - I enjoy how smoothly this gel applies to your skin, it is light weight & glides across your skin absorbing quite nicely. Some skincare gels and serums can leave a weird sticky or almost oily texture on your skin that just doesn't feel right, this gel doesn't do that, once it is absorbed your skin will just feel moisturized. This has also been helping that trouble spot I mentioned earlier in the post, plus I like how it looks in the jar so that is a bonus. 

Rose Coconut Gentle Exfoliating scrub mask - I always love a good exfoliating mask that is gentle on the skin while still having a "scrub" aspect to it and this fits that perfectly, plus it smells good. A little bit of product goes a long way, I use a small dime sized amount for each side of my face. 

Revivifying Collection - When Beauty currently has three products in their Revivifying collection, all of which contain Seanol which is a patented marine polyphenol ingredient from Brown Algae Extract. I received the toner spray and a cream. I have not used the cream just yet, as I have some other creams I need to finish first. I've never really used toner in my normal routine, however I know they can be extremely helpful so I am trying to remember to use this as part of my daily routine and it has started to help my skin look more refreshed. 

All of their products will make you feel as though you just had a mini-spa experience, it is the perfect way to unwind after a stressful day or a great way to take some time out for you as part of your selfcare routine. Fresher healthy looking skin can also help give you a confidence boost as well! 

PRIZE ALERT: One lucky winner is going to win a face mask trio shown in the photo above.

This is open World Wide! Please remember if you DO NOT leave a comment on this blog post as your mandatory entry into the giveaway then all of your entries will be void. Doing the Daily entries will increase your chance of winning. Winners have 72 hours to respond to the notification email! This giveaway is hosted by ME.

This giveaway ends on 3/31/2022

Giveaway entry question: Leave a comment answering this question > What is a product from any of their collections that you would love to try? 

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Disclaimer-  When Beauty provided the products mentioned above for the review & giveaway free of charge no other compensation was provided. However, no product compensation will influence the outcome of any review. My honest opinions are used in all reviews, they are solely my own & they may vary from others. My reviews are posted for readers in order to provide an informed decision before purchase. 

Hemp Seed Body Mist + Miracle Oil Conditioner!

 

I have a quick review to share with you! I am a big fan of the company Earthly Body and all of the lines within that brand, one of them being the Hemp Seed line. They are a brand that makes me wish smell-o-vision were a real thing, all of their scents are quite intoxicating. It is hard for me to pick a favorite scent by them because there are a few at the top of my list which include Isle Of You (Amber,Citrus,Tuberose), High Tide (Coconut,Lime,Verbena), and Dreamsicle (Tangerine,Plum) however I really enjoy their other scents as well.

This time around I am writing a short review on their body mist in the scent High Tide.  This body mist is perfect for every day use, it has a wide spray radius so you'll only need one or two sprays to smell delectable. I like using a spray of this before work or before we go out for the day, I personally enjoy the scent and my family likes the way it smells as well so my daughter will also use this. The bottle is quite large and since you do not need a lot of the product, this bottle will last a long time. The scent is light and will last for a few hours. It comes in an 8oz bottle for $11.99

I also received the Miracle Oil tea tree conditioner to test out, it comes in a 16oz bottle for $19.99. This conditioner is designed to help unclog hair follicles and nourish roots which in turn will help your hair look and feel better. It has a bit of a strong scent, but I still enjoy how it smells. It is a mixture of tea tree oil and eucalyptus which combined give it an almost earthy scent with hints of peppermint thanks to the addition of it in the formula. I find that this leaves my scalp feeling cool, clean and fresh following my shower. With the addition of the peppermint it gives your scalp a cool tingling sensation while washing, which is nice during the summer because it almost feels as if a cool breeze washes over your scalp. I do usually follow up with a quick wash with one of their other conditioners though to give my hair more of a floral scent which I like. 

You can get 25% Off any purchase of Hemp Seed or the other Earthly Body products (including CBD drops) by using code Luna25 during check out. You can shop their wide range of products on the Earthly Body website.

Disclaimer-  Earthly Body/Hemp Seed provided the products mentioned above for the review & giveaway free of charge no other compensation was provided. However, no product compensation will influence the outcome of any review. My honest opinions are used in all reviews, they are solely my own & they may vary from others. My reviews are posted for readers in order to provide an informed decision before purchasing the product.

Honeydew Sleep Pillow Review + Giveaway!

 

How you sleep can make such a huge impact on how you feel the next day, lack of sleep can make you tired, cranky and sometimes angry/sad and sleeping in a wrong position can leave you feeling sore. It is important to find a pillow that is just right for you! I am generally a side sleeper, or I sleep half on my side/half on my stomach, I had three different pillows I spelt with in various spots like one pulled in close to my chest to lean on while sleeping on my side. 

Even with the three pillows I had, I was still having an issue with my left shoulder hurting when I woke up in the mornings and I joked with my husband that I needed a fourth pillow. Well, as luck would have it I got my wish and was gifted the Scrumptious side sleeper pillow from Honeydew Sleep Company. I wasn't sure how much it would help, but I was still excited to get the new pillow. I actually went to the chiropractor not that long ago as my shoulder issue had been going on and off for about three weeks, they said it was mostly soft tissue stiffness.

When my side sleeper pillow arrived, I couldn't wait to get it open! The little pamphlet they include is adorable, it is from the pillows point of view where it introduces itself and gives you a few care instructions before use as you need to let it inflate after it was vacuum packed into the box, and it is has any odor (most pillows do, this one was very very mild) you can wait it out or pop it into the dryer. I went with the dyer option and my pillow was ready in no time. The pillow case does have a zipper on it, however it is small and I haven't noticed it at all while I am sleeping.

I like the waffle type pattern on the outside of the pillow and love how the pillow is quite squishy yet firm at the same time. I was also gifted a pillow case to go with it which fit onto it without any issues and it is made from 100% bamboo so it is soft and light weight. The unique shape of this pillow allows you to sleep comfortably on your side as it tucks up under your chin and kind of caresses you. If you like sleeping with your arm up under your pillow this helps relief some of the pressure put onto your arm/shoulder area. 

Holy cow! When I woke up the next morning after my first night using this I noticed a huge difference in my shoulder feeling better, now that I've slept on this pillow for the last week and a half my shoulder no longer hurts in the mornings when I wake up or any time during the day. This pillow is so comfortable to sleep on, my neck, shoulder and body feel supported when using this and I have no issue with it flattening out in the night. The pillow case is breathable, soft and feels nice on your skin.

It is no lie to say that I absolutely love this pillow. This pillow is so comfortable that even my husband loves it and pretty much tries to steal it from me nightly. I am very impressed with this pillow! I am down to sleeping with just two pillows now which is nice and opens some space up on the bed. I would eventually love to try out their body pillow too! They also have other pillow options depending on your personal preference.  

Prize Alert:  One winner is going to win their own Scrumptious Side Sleeper Pillow + Pillow Case, a $129 value.

This is open to U.S Residents ! Please remember if you DO NOT leave a comment on this blog post as your mandatory entry into the giveaway then all of your entries will be void. Doing the Daily entries will increase your chance of winning. Winners have 72 hours to respond to the notification email! 

This giveaway ends on 12/09/2021

Giveaway entry question: Leave me a blog comment letting me know what position you typically sleep in & how many pillows you use.

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Disclaimer-  Honeydew Sleep provided me with the products mentioned above for the review + giveaway free of charge no other compensation was provided. However, no product compensation will influence the outcome of any review. My honest opinions are used in all reviews, they are solely my own & they may vary from others. My reviews are posted for readers in order to provide an informed decision before purchase.

Aveline Razors - A unique addition to your shaving routine.

 

Like most men and women who shave, I wish the process was slightly easier, sometimes it is hard finding a razor that is just right for you or you might have a hard time looking for a product that is just right for your skin. I personally experience razor burn often even if I exfoliate and then moisturize after so I like trying out different shaving creams to see if they help. I recently stumbled upon a unique looking razor from a company called Aveline Razor, I read some of their information on their website about how it helps provide you with a close smooth shave so I reached out to see if I could test them out.

The razor catches your eye right away with it's very unique look, I've seen some small travel razors that were made for small bags but I've never seen anything that was quite like this. The razor head swivels easily which helps it glide effortlessly along the curves of your body giving you a close smooth shave. Notice the three little metal balls on the razor? Those are designed to be a secondary contact point on your skin giving the razor an even smoother glide because of how the balls help it move. 

I noticed when I was shaving with this how well quickly and flawlessly the razor moved, sometimes when you shave certain areas like your knee or your armpit the angles can be pretty awkward with a razor head that doesn't move which could lead towards Knicks and irritated skin. When I was shaving my underarms I didn't have to go over any areas multiple times and I didn't have to try to get a different angle to fit the curve of my underarm. I even tested out making a slightly "S" shaped pattern while using this to shave my legs and had no problems. They have also helped with the issue of dropping your razor! I've dropped my razor a few times while in the shower because the handle gets slippery, with the Aveline they added a finger ring that helps you keep the razor in your hand instead of on the shower floor. The finger ring also allows you a chance to hang your razor up on a shower hook for better storage, or if you prefer not to hang it up you can place it on the ring finger side to use it as a stand to keep your blades in better condition.

Removing the razor head to replace it couldn't be easier. There is a small button at the bottom of the razor handle that releases the razor head when pushed, the razor head simply pops off and a new one can be slipped into it's place. I like that this is small enough I can put the cap back on the razor head and pop it into my travel bag.

Aveline isn't just a razor brand! They also sell a beauty line to help with your skincare routine, it is a three step line which you can see above. The first step is a salt & sugar body scrub, as with most products of this nature I wish that it was stored in a jar verses a squeezable container. The only reason I prefer a jar is because this product is a little thick so it can be hard to squeeze out especially with wet hands. The scrub itself is nice, it has a slight mint scent due to the spearmint used. I felt like the scrub was just right, it gives you enough grit to get dirt and dead skin off without it being so rough it leaves your skin red, it leaves my skin feeling prepped and clean. It could just be from the friction of rubbing the scrub onto your skin, but when you are applying it you'll feel a slight warming sensation that is lovely. I feel like this scrub has helped prevent razor burn and has helped/will help with in-grown hairs because it is good to exfoliate before shaving. You can buy a full set of these products or buy a each 5oz tube of your favorite for $8.

Step two is a shea butter shave cream and is hands down my favorite of the three products. I feel like this tube is going to last me several months because you only need a small amount of the cream (the photo above shows more than I typically use). The cream almost feels like a whipped foam, the formula is silky smooth which allows it to spread out evenly over your skin. The scent of this product is a mixture of lavender and oranges, which makes for an interested but lovely combination. The scent isn't overwhelming and it actually smells pretty calming. 

The third and final step is their botanical body lotion. The lotion seems kind of thick when it is coming out of the tube, it is kind of similar to the body scrub where you really need to squeeze it to get it out, but it doesn't apply in a thick manner. When you are applying the lotion it absorbs pretty quickly into your skin and it spreads out in a nice thin layer covering a large amount of skin. It has a cooling affect that leaves your skin feeling smooth and moisturized. The lotion is packed with a number of helpful ingredients that give your skin the love it needs. The lotion is so gentle that even when I applied it to my arm where my little kitty was a bit too rough when we were playing leaving scratches behind, it didn't burn or irritate my skin when I applied lotion to my arms. I also like that it doesn't leave my skin feeling greasy, oily or slimy. 

You do not need to use all three products every time you shave, the scrub and lotion can be used anytime you'd like! If your skin is feeling dry you can use the scrub to help get rid of dead skin and use the lotion to get it back into looking it's best. I like keeping the lotion on my desk to use when ever my hands are feeling dry. I work in a healthcare facility and wash my hands frequently so my hands tend to get dried out which is why I like keeping lotion handy so I can use it through out the day. 

To get started I recommend buying one of their beauty bundles and maybe thinking about signing up for the blade replacement subscription to help you save some money along the way. 

Disclaimer- The products mentioned above were provided by Aveline for the review free of charge no other compensation was provided. However, no product compensation will influence the outcome of any review. My honest opinions are used in all reviews, they are solely my own & they may vary from others. My reviews are posted for readers in order to provide an informed decision before purchase.

Teeth Whitening for Sensitive Teeth

**This was not a paid post. My honest opinions were used, they are solely my own & they may vary from others.The products mentioned below have been provided by Smile Brilliant for the review and giveaway free of charge.**

When I was a child I was always told your teeth turn yellow if you're a smoker so for a while I thought only smokers could get yellow teeth but boy was I wrong! Teeth naturally yellow with age due to different foods that can stain teeth and more so it is almost unavoidable. I've tried a whitening toothpaste in the past but I didn't like it because it left my teeth feeling overly sensitive so I was turned away from whitening products and didn't really want to look into an actual gel because I was afraid of what it might do to my teeth.

I was recently offered the opportunity to work with Smile Brilliant on a review of their whitening kit. I was hesitant at first but after speaking with their rep I was assured that even with my past experience of teeth sensitivity that my teeth would be fine using this kit so I agreed and looked forward to using the kit. I was told beforehand that some spots may not come out depending on past dental treatments, for example I had braces in middle school and once they were removed I had a few extra white spots around where the braces sat and no matter what they have always been whiter than the rest of my tooth so I didn't expect them to vanish.

The kit I received had six whitening gel applications and six desensitizing gels along with a impressions kit and a pre-paid envelope to send my impressions back so they could make me a custom try. Their smallest kit comes with nine whitening applications for $139 which may seem like a lot because there are only nine applications but don't be fooled, depending on if you put the right amount each application syringe will get you 2-4 uses. I found the impression process very easy and it isn't like the impression gel they used when I had to get a retainer so I didn't feel like I was going to choke on it. After I made an impression of my teeth I had to fill out a little card, pop everything in the mail then I waited about a week and a half to get my custom trays back.

The custom trays came with a container to hold them and everything fit snuggly on my teeth, the impressions were perfect. Applying the gel to the trays was simple and the instructions were easy to follow, you can use the whitening gel for anywhere from 30 mins to three hours depending on your preference, how much your teeth need to whiten and what you have planned (it is best to do this before bed). I found my gums felt a little odd at first when using this but I didn't have any burning or uncomfortable pings while using this. After you use the gel you rinse your mouth out, dry your trays and then use the desensitizing gel for 30 mins to an hour, the second step did not have any effect on my gums but I did note that it tasted pretty bad. Both processes will cause your mouth to water which is also why it is a great reason to do this before bed so that you can be close to somewhere if you need to spit. They say to try not to swallow the gels so I made sure not to swallow anything and I used it before bed so I didn't risk eating right away after using this.

As I mentioned before you can get several uses out of just one applicator syringe, I managed to get four uses from one syringe with enough left for another half use. I found the trays to be a bit difficult to dry between uses so I wish I had bought a second tray set, if you purchase this I recommend doing so. I did not notice any sensitivity during. I did have a small freak out after the first use because when I took my tray off it looked like I had a few streaky chalk white spots, so I did the only logical thing and I looked it up. I found that it is called decalcification and it is a very common concern but it is something that occurs naturally in your tooth, once you use the second stage gel and let your saliva sit on the spots it will be gone when you wake up in the morning. 

Over all I think this was a fantastic kit and completely worth the price, my husband and family members noticed a bit of a different and so did I. Results will vary for everyone depending on your level of stains and what your natural white is, so I wasn't expecting pure white teeth and I wasn't sure if it would work either so I am very pleased with my results.

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MouthWatchers ToothBrush Review!

**This was not a paid post. The products mentioned below have been provided by MouthWatchers  for the review free of charge however my honest opinions were used. The opinions expressed below are solely my own & they may vary from others.**

Did you know it is recommended to replace your tooth brush every 3-4 months due to a variety of factors? I do replace our tooth brushes often however I am closer to the 5ish month mark as no one in my family brushes their teeth aggressively enough to break the bristles on the brush. This time around my husband and I replaced our normal toothbrush with a brush from a company called MouthWatchers.

So what sets MouthWatchers apart from what you can pick up at the store? This brush offers a  unique combination of antimicrobial and dual layered flossing bristles which give you a deep clean feeling. What is a flossing bristle? It is a long, soft dental floss for cleaning between teeth and in hard to reach locations, you can see both the antimicrobial and flossing bristles in the photo below.

The bristles look a little scary because you can see all the small flossing bristles sticking out everywhere but they are all actually quite soft. I personally loved this toothbrush as soon as I used it, I could feel where the longer bristles were getting into spaces of my teeth that my regular toothbrush was missing. My teeth felt super clean after using this brush, I could feel where it made a difference where some of my teeth are closer together and it seemed to do it in half the time my normal toothbrush did. I've been using this toothbrush daily for about a week now and I look forward to using it every time because I know my mouth will feel great after using it. 

My husband is a big fan of this brush as well, he has a few issues with his teeth especially when it comes to sensitivity and this brush didn't give him any issues. He agreed that during the first use it felt a little odd because you could tell the difference between this brush and a normal brush but you get used to feeling the brush cleaning the deeper spots the more you use it. Their brushes generally run about $4.99 each and you can buy a year supplies which will get dropped off one package at a time every three months.

Makeup Goodie Box Giveaway!

It isn't a big secret that girls love makeup! I myself love finding and buying new and exciting products and wanted to share them with you as well. This contest is in No way sponsored by the brands that are included in the giveaway, this contest is being 100% sponsored by Me. Earlier this year I took a break from doing blog related activities to tend to home life, two of my close family members were in and out of the hospital along with other things that kept me buys, I am back now and looking to kick some blogging butt.

Exciting news: My daughter starts Kindergarten tomorrow! It is a little nerve wrecking but exciting as well. 

What is included in the giveaway? 

• Mary Kay Makeup finishing spray 2oz
• Mary Kay Lash Love lengthening mascara in I love Black
• Mary Kay Lip liner in Plum
• Mary Kay True Dimensions Lipstick in Berry A la Mode
• Mary Kay Gel Eyeliner With Expandable Brush Applicator
• Mary Kay Mineral Eye Color .5oz in Sparkling White
• Mary Kay Mineral Eye Color .5oz in Shimmering Lilac
• Buffalo Girl Organics Bath set scented Amber & Fig: Bath salts & Deep Moisture lotion
• Tatcha Gentle Ritual Discovery Kit 
• Tatcha Original Aburatorigami Japanese Blotting Papers 30pc

Prize is worth $175, and for every 100 'Likes' on This facebook post a new product will be added.

This giveaway is open world wide! US residents please allow up to a week for the prize to be delivered, outside of the US it can take 2-4 weeks to receive a prize sometimes longer depending on customs.

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