Influenster Sugar 'n Spice VoxBox: Dickinson's Original Witch Hazel OilControlling Towelettes and Colgate Optic White

If you know me at all you know that I am quite the beauty junkie and product fiend! A couple of months ago I received an email stating that once again I had been chosen to take part in another VoxBox!
If you would like to read about my first experience with Influenster and VoxBox, click here.

Influenster.com is an online based community where you can share your thoughts about all kinds of products and companies. You can earn badges that pertain to your hobbies and interests to gain more of an "influence". If chosen, you will be sent a box full of items to test out and review through social media. Above is a photo of the products I was given complimentary of Influenster. Yeah, that's right, it was free :)
You too can sign up and turn your social influence into rewards!

Today I wanted to share with you a couple of the products that I enjoyed most from this box:

The first is a 3-in-1:Colgate Optic White
I received the toothbrush, toothpaste and mouthwash all of which I have been able to try for 3 weeks and really enjoy! I had previously purchased the toothbrush and loved how clean it made my teeth feel so I was excited to try it again. Both the mouthwash and toothpaste go hand in hand in creating a bright white smile without having to spend major money on trays or strips. Another bonus: no sensitivity! Cold drinks/food do not hurt my teeth after I have just brushed.

The second product is the Dickinson's Witch Hazel Oil Controlling Towelettes:

Never having heard about this product or product line, I was eager to try something new. If you tend to use blotting tissues to control the oil on your T-Zone then consider this its more refreshing counterpart. The towelettes come in individual pre-moistened packs which you can easily throw in your purse, car, briefcase or desk drawer. I have found myself using these in the afternoons at work when 2o'clock rolls around and my face looks like a shiny ball. I lightly press these towelettes all over my face and neck to absorb any excess oil or sweat. The scent is slightly off putting, but as stated in the name, they have witch hazel in them. FYI: Dickinson's has been around since the 1860's! Witch Hazel is an astringent which helps with inflammation, calms rashes, helps to control those pesky blemishes from growing and it is even said to help reduce the appearance of bruises. I love a multi-tasker :)

Both product lines can be purchased at your local drugstore if you fancy giving any of these bad boys a try! 

If you are interested in checking out more of what Dickinson's is about, click HERE and for more on Colgate Optic White, click HERE

xoxo bd

FTC:  I received these products complimentary from Influenster for testing purposes.

Influenster: Holiday Vox Box Review - NYC New York Color

What a treat is was to receive my Influenster Holiday Vox Box last month in the mail! Within that box I received many complimentary items including the NYC New York Color Liquid Lipshine in Nude New York!

If you are interested in seeing all of the products I received, watch the video I made at the bottom of the post.

Now to the most important part, the lipgloss...or as they say over at New York Color, Lipshine.

The shade of Nude New York was so wearable and a great addition to my daily makeup routine. I have found myself reaching for this gloss often because of its creamy consistency and neutral color.

Considering the quality of this gloss, it's shocking to know that it is only $2.49 and readily available! 

I wore it by itself or over some of my favorite lipsticks and every time it gave me such a finished look.

Who says you need to pay department store prices for great products? 

For more information on this brand visit:

New York Color

or check them out on 

Facebook and Twitter!

xoxo bd

Product Information:

Straight from the city that never sleeps, NYC New York Color offers products with uptown style at down-to-earth prices, from $.99 - $4.99. The energy, style and color of New York City shines through the wide range of shades, textures and innovative products. NYC always delivers the most on-trend products & shades hot off the runway!

A beauty-editor favorite is Liquid Lipshine ($2.49). It has pure pigments that created a 3-D gloss effect. Vitamin E provides shine and a moisturizing feel. The formula is non-sticky, super shiny & soft. Available in 10 on-trend shades from neutral nudes, to berries & fuchsias. Start shopping for NYC at these stores nearest you: Walmart, Target, Rite Aid, CVS, Family Dollar, Duane Reade, Kmart, HEB, and others.  Visit newyorkcolor.com to check out all shades and fun products from New York Color!

Influenster: Holiday VoxBox - Broadway imPress Press On Manicure

Through my Influenster Holiday Vox Box I received  imPress Nails by Broadway in the print 'Wink Wink'.

They are considered to be the revolutionary way to apply polish.

What I enjoyed about these press on nails is the ease of application. Within 60 seconds I had them applied to my nails without the cost of going to a salon or smearing polish!

The packaging is so creative and I love how they played on the traditional nail polish bottle as well.

In order to apply, you clean your nails with the prep pad provided in the container or your own remover. Make sure all of the imPress nails match yours and then remove the film from the back of each nail and place on the nail bed.

Again, the ease of this product is fantastic but the pattern/print that I received was less than desirable.

I personally didn't feel like I could wear them to work as it is a conservative office. There was no greeting clients with that print and I don't believe my boss would have approved. 

Also I felt that the length of the imPress nails were slightly too long for my taste.

As far as the removal, it was simple, they just popped right off. 

I do suggest that you check Broadway Nails out as they have many other color and print options available! If you are notorious for always messing up your manicure or never having enough time, this is the route to go.

For more information on Broadway Nails or a quick video on how to apply them, visit their website:

imPress Nails

Also, for updates on what they are doing, visit their Facebook Page and Twitter!

xoxo bd

Product Information:

Introducing imPress Press-On Manicure by Broadway Nails, the revolutionary way to apply polish! Featuring advanced nail technology, you can get a salon-perfect manicure in seconds – simply peel off, press on, and you're done. There's no drying, a killer shine and a manicure that lasts up to a week! And, imPress is so easy to remove, you can change it up to match your mood as often as you want. Check out all 36 colors and patterns, including trendy brights, classic darks and animal prints. With imPress, your nails will always be your best accessory.

imPress Manicure retails for $5.99 for colors and $7.99 for patterns, and is available at CVS, Rite Aid, Duane Reade, KMart, Walgreens, Walmart and more. For a full list of online and in-store retailers, visit imPressManicure.com, where you can download an exclusive coupon and virtually try on all the colors and patterns!

 

Influenster - Holiday VoxBox Review - Montagne Jeunesse Mask

I'm looking a little scary, aren't I?

As a part of my Influenster Holiday VoxBox, I received this really fun product by Montagne Jeunesse which I'm sure if you are a girly girl like me, you've seen before.

I remember having used these masks when I was younger with my girlfriends and have continued to use them ever since. 

I received the Dead Sea Mud and put it on the very night I opened by box.

After cleansing my face with my usual cleanser and warm water, I patted my face dry and applied the mask.

Though the packaging was finicky to open the mud mask it self was easy to apply and relaxing to have on.

Once my 15 minutes of bliss was up I used a wash cloth to remove the mask and was in love with the feel of my skin! With having sensitive skin I am always hesitant that I will react to new products but this mask did not disappoint and my face felt like new! There wasn't a trace of dryness not did my skin feel tight. What a wonderful way to end my night by removing the grime of the day!

I want to also make note that if you feel strongly about the environment and what you put on your body, this is a brand you can trust. They have made many efforts in reducing their carbon foot print and all of their products are vegetarian standard, BUAV approved as well as PETA approved!  

Little did I know that at 12 years old while having sleep overs I was also helping the environment.

I already have a back up mask by Montagne Jeunesse to use tonight and am ready to get this posted so I can have some relaxation time!

Being that they are no more than about $2 you should go to your local drug store and pick up a few!

To learn more about the company and their story, visit:

Montagne Jeunesse

Also, keep in touch with them via Twitter and Facebook!

xoxo bd

Product Information:

Whether you enjoy looking after your skin, being pampered, or indulging in some me-time, be it alone or with friends, you will absolutely enjoy one of these ‘Life Little Pleasures’… With a huge array to choose from, our face masques are packed with the most delicious natural ingredients and are bursting with luscious fragrances. Suitable for all different skin types, there is one to suit every mood and everybody!

Montagne Jeunesse beauty treats are free of parabens, vegetarian approved and never tested on animals. So treat yourself today to a masque that will hydrate, nourish and leave your skin cleansed, smooth and glowing. Available at ULTA Beauty, Walgreen’s, Claire’s, Walmart, Kroger, CVS Pharmacies and other retailers across the US, these masques are available in a variety of succulent flavors, including:

• Cucumber Peel Off
• Passion Peel Off
• Dead Sea Mud
• Fruit Smoothie
• Strawberry Souffle
• Chocolate Mud
• And many more!

Influenster: Holiday Vox Box Review - LARABAR

In the beginning of December I received my Influenster Holiday VOX Box and if you are unaware of what that is, I will have the video I made to discuss the company and product info at the bottom of post.

As a part of receiving the vox box you are required to give reviews via a video or a blog post. I have decided to make a series of blog posts reviewing all of the products I received!

The first item I wanted to talk about was the LARABAR.

Having eaten LARABAR's for over a year and truly loving the product I knew this would be an easy review.

I was given the Chocolate Chip Brownie sample as you can see in the picture above. It has the chewey-ness of a gooey brownie with such great flavor without the guilt! {If I want a dessert I grab one of those!}

I loved that not only did I get my sweet tooth craving a rest but I also was given a boost of energy from the protein!

If you have diet restrictions for one reason or another, this is a wonderful choice for a healthy and quick nutritional bar. 

Delighted by the company's idea on how food should be made it is comforting to know that every bar you eat is comprised of quality ingredients...not a large quantity of ingredients!

They are more available now than ever and you can easily find them at your local WalMart, Target, Whole Foods, Trader Joes, and many other stores.

If you are interested in finding out about the company including all of their flavors, visit their website:

LARABAR

You can also see what they are up to by visiting their Facebook page or send a quick tweet over on their Twitter!

They have a new flavor that just came out and I am ecstatic to try the Cappuccino whenever I can find it.

I hope this review was helpful to you if you have seen these yummy bars in the store and were curious! 

Have a lovely day!

xoxo bd

Influenster: VoxBox Holiday Edition

Hi friends!

As I said in my last post, I received a VoxBox in the mail from Influenster. You may not know what that is so I thought I would share.

After scrolling through videos on YouTube I found one posted about VoxBox and never having heard about it, became intrigued. Shortly after watching girl after girl talk about the company and the products they received, I signed up for an account.

I have posted a video to explain the process and how you can receive one for yourself.

All you have to do is sign up for an account and then start to unlock badges. These are what I would consider lifestyle badges. Everything from living in the city, being Eco conscious,  a dog lover, college student, blogger, smart phone user...you name it, there's a badge to unlock.

If you are given the opportunity to recieve a box this means that they consider you influential. You have the ability to showcase new things to your friends, family, and co-workers that they can enjoy.

Please know that this isn't for females only. If you are a guy that is into grooming and trying out new products, you too can be apart of Influenster. There's a specific badge called 'Metro' just for the men.

Click on the video below so that you can see my reaction to the products in my VoxBox:

Products Received:
-imPress Press-On Manicure by Broadway Nails
-Softsoap Coconut Scrub Bar Soap
-Montagne Jeunesse Face Mask
-NYC Liquid Lip Shine in Nude New York
-Mentos Pure Fresh Gum
-Larabar in Chocolate Chip Brownie

If you are interested in the company, visit www.influenster.com and sign up for an account!

Also, be sure to keep up with them on Twitter @Influenster or on their Facebook page.

xoxo bd