Anavita Moisturizing Anti-Wrinkle Cream Review + GIVEAWAY

Hello Everyone! I hope everyone is having a splendid day. Today, I want to talk to you about a new company with a brand new product that's out to change the face of beauty. When, I say the face of beauty, I mean THE FACE of beauty - Anavita Moisturizing Anti-Wrinkle Cream!

Who Is Anavita?

Well, I will be honest I don't know a whole lot about Anavita, because they do not have a website yet, other than their facebook, which you can locate here: Anavita Facebook. However, here is what I do know...

Anavita company is based in Tennessee, which I just love. As a southern girl, I will be honest it's hard to find a great product now-a-days in the south. However, they manufacture their cream in Canada under strict Canadian cosmetic manufacturing guidelines. Believe me I know them to be strict and if they passed those guidelines, they I know that this product will be safe for my skin.

The Product/My Thoughts

Will It Work On My Skin Type?

The first thing I am sure many of you want to know is, will it work for my skin type? I have very sensitive skin, so I was very concerned about this at first. However, Anavita's is a very gentle product and is made for all skin types. According to their site, "with a tested history of safe and gentle action by a long list of satisfied users." It is recommended for normal, dry, oily, and sensitive skin. I have very dry skin, and I found this to be very hydrating, but not too much at the same time.

What's In The Product?

Anyone who know's me by now, knows that I will not just review any item. So, I wanted to find out what exactly is in this product, I mean after all 60% of what we put on our skin is absorbed. 

Here is a list of the ingredients:

Aqua, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate (and) PEG-100 Stearate, Stearic Acid, Acetyl Hexapeptide-3, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4 (Matrixyl) Dimethicone, Sodium Hyaluronate, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fragrance, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Potassium Sorbate

Now, many of you may not have any idea what these are, neither did I. All of what I listed above are in my opinion fancy technical terms. Well, I did my research and they are all paraben free.There are three clinically tested ingredients - unique super-absorbent hyaluronic acid + Argireline (5%) + Matrixyl, all which are safe for the skin! 

About The Product - According To The Company

"You can have more beautiful, smoother skin in just 2 to 4 weeks and see continuing improvement for 12 weeks (sometimes even sooner)."

"You will quickly reduce fine lines and deep wrinkles, firming and replenishing your skin to look noticeably younger, without needing expensive procedures like Botox or dermal fillers."

"Simply massage on Anavita Moisturizing Anti-Wrinkle Cream after washing your skin in the morning and again at night."

I really love the fact, that it has a magnetic piece in between the lid and the lotion. I think it give's the packaging that extra WOW factor, as well as makes it less messy.

My Thoughts

First thing I want to say, you are going to find a LOT of blogs doing the same review, but I want to give you the straight facts! I am not here to blow smoke up your butt, and I could personally care less if I give a company a bad review and they don't review with me again. 

Now, that is out the way, I have had quite a positive experience with this product! Now, by no means is it a miracle product. In fact I didn't start noticing anything until about the 3rd day and that was using it twice a day. I am currently going on a week and already seeing results. It does however, take most people 2 to even 4 weeks before they start seeing any kind of change. So keep that in mind when using this product. 

I am 25 years old now, going on 26. I hate admitting it, but I am not the young cluck-a-doodle I use to be. My biggest problem area's? Fine line's on my forehead, and fine lines under my eyes are my trouble area's.  I have noticed now my skin is starting to become more vibrant as well as tighter. My favorite thing to do with this product is putting it on right before I put on my makeup. Now, I don't know if this is something that is recommended, but it has worked for me. 

I can't wait to see what my result's will be after 2-4 weeks. I will say if you WIN this product to find out what works for you rather it's 2 times a day or 4 times a day, keep using it eventually you will see some sort of results..... oh yeah did I mention? I have one to giveaway! Enter below to win!!!

Overall Product Score: 4.0*

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*overall rating is based on a 5 point scale based off of product, pricing, texture, application, and longevity.

I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. 

Jubees - September 2014

Hello Everyone! I hope all of you are doing well. Today, I am SUPER excited to talk to about a subscription box, I had the honor of trying - The Jubees box! 

What is a Jubees box you ask? A really awesome earring subscription company, bringing you a variety of 4 stud earrings each month! 

Let's get into the details and see all the goodies shall we?

How does it work?

Each month you will receive 4 pair's of stud earrings each month. Each box runs ONLY $14! They have 3 different plans you can choose from: You can get 1 box for $14 and you can either try it out 1 time, or sign up so that you get it each month. You can also sign up for a 3-month plan and pay a one time fee of $40 and save $2! Shipping will be $2.95. 

I really love the fact that unlike other subscription companies, you can choose to sign up 1 time without having to cancel, but still get the same price as a recurring subscription!

Oh yeah, did I mention one of my favorite things? Each pair of earrings are made out of Titanium which is a strong metal, frequently used in medical implants, is is an a great alternative for people with nickel allergies like myself.

To order or find out more info, you can go to their official site here: http://jubeebox.com/

If you wish to connect with them on social media they have a facebook page located here: Jubees Box Facebook and a twitter page located here: Jubees Box Twitter. 

First Look

I love how each pair of earrings are packaged in their own pouch. I think that makes them perfect if you want to keep a couple for your on, gift some, or gift all of them. I myself, will be ordering another box, just in case we have any unexpected guest's during Christmas time!

In each box it includes an info card letting you know about their earrings, how to contact them, and how to enter their monthly photo contest. The person with the best picture wins an October box or whatever the next box is, that is coming up! 

For me info cards in a subscription boxes are a MUST! I think they give the box that perfect touch.

The Goodies

Each pair of earrings, are wrapped in plastic for that added extra protection. They are on each pair of earrings, however I just want to note this was the only pair I kept them on, so I could give yall a clearer picture.

I like how you can wear these two different ways, as well as make several different looks out of it. You can wear it as a square or a diamond, you can dress it up or dress it down. I think it's simplicity is perfect for any occasion, and the name fits quite well.

I really think these are quite perfect for me. Some people don't, but I love gold toned jewelry. I think these are great to wear on a date with just jeans and a t-shirt or even with a nice cocktail dress. A very versatile pair. 

I like the simplicity of these and think they would be great to wear during fall. I can see wearing this earrings, with a nice long bright colored sweater. Even a sweater dress would be great with these as well, so many different options!

These were my ALL TIME FAVORITE! They seriously should have been named Antique Gold Amy...ha ha! I love roses, and I was hoping I would get these. It's like they read my mind, so big shout out to Jubees Box! I will probably wear these until they fall off, and I even fell asleep with them on last night and they didn't bother me. I think this is another great thing about them as well.

I wanted to show you how elegant they look on instead of just in the package, because I think it show's a world of difference. 

Overall, I thought this was a fantastic box. The price isn't bad and it make's a wonderful gift or gifts. I was reading that sometimes they include extra surprise item's in their boxes as well, so I'm interested to see if they will be doing that or not. Either way though, I hope to see Jubee Box make it's mark in the subscription box world, and wish them best of luck!

So, I want to know your thoughts! What do you think about September's Jubees Box? Is it something that you or someone you know might be interested in? Feel free to leave your questions and comment's below! I love hearing your feedback. Until next time, Remember To Stay BEAUTIFUL by Staying YOU!

XOXO.

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Mia Mariu - Reveal Your Glamorous Look + GIVEAWAY

Hello Everyone! Today, I am super excited to bring back another review/giveaway from Mia Mariu! I fell in love with their foundation, primer, and concealer the first time I tried them. This time I am bringing to you a collection of items to - Reveal Your Glamorous Look! 

          Who Is Mia Mariu?

"The Mia Mariu philosophy makes the connection between beauty and health inside and out. Mía Mariu’s high performance products are formulated with the most natural ingredients available helping you achieve vibrant beauty and health inside and out.  Each unique product fuses nature and technology by combining the highest quality botanicals, antioxidants, vitamins, minerals and peptides.  The result? Healthy products that provide a perfect balance that reflects itself through youthful, healthy, beautiful, glowing skin and renewed energy and vitality, at an exceptional value.  Mía offers natural skin care, professional makeup artist quality mineral cosmetics and brushes, fine fragrances and nutritional supplements to Reveal Your Unique 

Shade of Beauty!"

If you wish to check out any of their other products you can do so by going to their official website located here: Shop Mia Mariu or go straight to their catalog here: Mia Mariu Catalog.

The Products/The Review

"Our Mineral Bronzers protect and highlight your complexion with a beautiful, sensual tone. Made with pure minerals and silky shimmery pigments, use it to sun-kiss your face or any other part of your body. Contains Vitamin A, C and E." 

You will see in the final look, but this was my favorite product out the bunch. Being such a pale complexion, I was terrified of this product at first. I usually just use solid bronzer's that turn into powder. However, using just a little bit and a kabuki brush makes it go on perfectly. I love the sun-kissed glow it gives me. 

Price: $17

"Our Volumizing Mascara extends and separates the thinnest, shortest, hard-to-reach lashes by lengthening each lash while delivering just the right amount of mascara without clumping.  Our formula contains rich dark pigments to enhance lash color for maximum drama.  It is clump-free, fiber-free and is suitable for contact lens wearers.  Enriched with vitamin B5."

More than anything, I liked the way this mascara felt in my hand. I was able to get a good grip on it, so that I could get to each lash. Some mascara's are so top heavy, and this isn't anything like that. I also appreciated the fact that it wasn't too thick, so I had NO clumping. It's defiantly a mascara, I will get good use out of.

Price: $13

"Our Intense Black Eye Liner Pencil is a smoothly textured eye pencil that provides precise definition and easy, smooth application.  The pencil applies evenly without "dragging" or pulling the delicate eye area which produces a clean precise line without smudging."

I don't know if it was the way it was sharpened or just the fact that it's a really great formula, but I was impressed with this eyeliner. If you don't know by now, eyeliner is my favorite makeup product, as well as the product I am most critical of. This will be one of those eyeliner's however, I can see myself using down to the nub...ha-ha. 

Price: $11

"Our Mineral Shadow Liners are made with pure minerals and luxurious color pigments.  Their creamy powder texture provides an immediate release of intense luminous color with superior blending for a long-wearing, crease-resistant application. When mixed with water, you can use it as a beautiful long wearing eyeliner."

I got the choice to choose 1 of the eye shadow duo's or 2 of the shadow liners. Since I prefer brighter colors, I went with the shadow liners. What I love about these is that you can use them as regular eye shadows or as an eyeliner. This was the perfect shade of what I call Sea Green, however you may think different when you sea it. It was also my favorite of the two.

Price: $14

"Our Mineral Shadow Liners are made with pure minerals and luxurious color pigments, thin silky formula provides long lasting coverage while gliding on softly and easily. Build color intensity and blend effortlessly. Apply as an eye shadow with our Multipurpose Brush No. 15, use the Petite Brush No. 18 to highlight your accents. Use wet to create your own custom liner, using our Precision Eyeliner Brush No. 25."

This shadow looks green, but it's actually a VERY dark blue. A little too dark for my liking, but I think as an eyeliner it would be okay. It also has a LOT of sparkle, when the light hits it right. 

Price: $14

"Our Hydrating Stick Gloss is a revolutionary hydrating product combining color and hydrating gloss in a stick form.  It has a buttery, creamy feel that nourishes your lips while delivering color in a sheer and sophisticated finish."

I love this gloss! It's just like described, it is a very creamy and has a buttery feel yet very sheer. I can see this being a lipstick that you can wear everywhere, rather it be the office or for a date. There's so many pretty colors to choose from, and I can't wait to try them all. 

Price: $15

I was really amazed at the quality of all of these products. I am glad I had the opportunity to try them, and I can't wait to try more. What do you think of all these "Glamorous" products? Which one is your favorite? Feel free to share below!

There's only 1 last thing to share...

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2000+ FB FANS!!!

Last year this time, I never thought I would go this far with my blog. Here I am with 2300+ fb fans. It's amazing! I am so thankful to each and every one of you reading this! The sky is the limit, I hope next year this time were at 10,000! :) Keep sharing my page and thank you, thank you, THANK YOU!

For this special occasion I have a giveaway just for my fans!

This giveaway begins on 9/20/2014 and ends 9/28/2014. US ONLY! If you would like to enter this giveaway click here. Winner will win one 9-piece Spa LaLa Set.

Evologie

Hello Everyone! I hope all of you are having an amazing Friday. Today, I want to talk to you about a brand I recently had the opportunity to try, called Evologie! They provided me with their Stay Clear Cleanser, Stay Clear Cream, and Intensive Blemish Serum, I've seen and read reviews from all ends, so I had to try it out for my own and see what these products were all about.

Who is Evologie?

I really love that Evologie's saying is healthier skin, happier life (as seen above)! I know that we can all relate to this, and we feel great inside and out when our skin is free from blemishes. 

This according to their site: 

"Prior to EVOLOGIE, while researching a solution to common oral joint pain, he pioneered a patented, laser-based, FDA approved, non-invasive treatment called Photomology™."

"EVOLOGIE’s origins were similar. Seeking ways to help his daughter cope with monthly pimple and blemish breakouts, Dr. Nagel consulted with medical physician Dr. Gary Weinberger. Their combined efforts and ongoing research into treatments for acne-related skin problems, and post-acne scarring led them to discover the limits of current over-the-counter acne treatments."

I love that from the very beginning Evologie has tried to not solve the problem from the outside in, but from the inside out. What I mean by that Dr. Nagel tried to help solve his daughter's problem with acne. The love behind that let's me know that if he cared that much for his daughter, and was wanting to share his finding's that he truly stands behind the product. Also, wanting to help other's as well.

I prefer companies that not only enjoy their products, but know about their products as well.  

The Products/My Thoughts

The Evologie Difference

"Evologie®’s unique YS3 Complex® delivery system effectively penetrates skin’s epidermal barrier to deliver a powerful blend of intense, repair-boosting hydrators, protective antioxidants and essential amino acids directly to where skin needs them the most. Evologie® does it differently, effectively and naturally WITHOUT benzoyl peroxide, retinol, or other drying, irritating ingredients."

I like that Evologie is not only different in the way it works, but I like that it changes as your skin changes, so ANY age can use it! It also protects the skin and increases blood flow. 

CLEANSE. TREAT. PREVENT.

This is the order in which I am reviewing each product, each of the products in the collection has several benefits but these are their main purposes.

CLEANSE

Stay Clear Cleanser - "Deep cleansing, non-drying formulation containing antibacterial agents that unclog pores, remove oil, and washes away acne causing bacteria and debris." With all the amazing properties, I was worried this would be too harsh on my skin. However, this product was amazing and very gentle. I haven't been able to find a cleanser than can even compare to Alpha Hydrox, but this works a lot like it, and may I dare say even a little better! I was very impressed with this cleanser. It is also non-drying, alcohol-free, oil-free, fragrance-free, hypoallergenic, and made with all natural ingredients! It has literally nothing, but the good stuff. ;)

PRICE: $32

TREAT

Stay Clear Cream - "Works by intensifying your skin's healing power. It's YS3 COMPLEX delivery system combines natural ingredients with an innovative trans-epidermal absorption enhancer to rapidly penetrate deep below the skin's surface to where it is needed most. Moisturizers, antioxidants and collagen boosters keep skin carefully protected and balanced." This is what I like to call the magic potion of the trio. I could feel it work as soon as I put it on my skin. I can't wait to see a month from now the transformation, I will defiantly be updating. I also appreciate the fact that it not only moisturizes, but it heals my skin as well. It's something I think every moisturizer/cream should have!

Price: $62 

PREVENT

Intensive Blemish Serum - "A Doctor developed, patent pending, formulation that deeply penetrates the skin to quickly clear blemishes at the source." I actually had a pimple, right when I got this product. I used some of this on it, and 3 days later it was gone! I was very impressed. Usually, products just minimize it but this actually made it vanish. It's also great for men as well, my husband plans on using it as well. 

Price: $35

Overall Product Score: 4.7*

Now, if your wanting to try these products but not quite sure if you want to go all in yet, they also have a travel set. The travel set is $29, and includes the same 3 products.

What do you think about the Evologie collection? Have you ever tried any products from Evologie? If not, which product are you wanting to try the most? I love hearing your questions/comments, so feel free to leave them below!

 XOXO.

*overall rating is based on a 5 point scale based off of product, pricing, texture, application, and longevity.

Save The Undies!!!

So, you may be wondering why their are a pair of purple panties staring you in the face right now. Well, its all part of the "Save the Undies" campaign by Kotex. Now, I'm not one to talk about tampons, but I think the cause is great! Who doesn't want to save more underwear, by having better tampons?

 I received the sample of product's you are about to see from Crowdtap! If you don't know what Crowdtap is, it's simple really! You give your opinion in exchange for points and at the end of the month those points add up. Those points can earn you giftcards and all sorts of prizes. I earned 6 giftcards just last month, and I wasn't nearly as active as some people are. Then there are also sampling events like the one seen today.

In this sampling, I had to take a survey to qualify. I got what you see above, for me and two friends! 

Each packet, came with two tampons and two pantyliner's. I love the fun bright colors of each product! It make's the time of the month a little bit more interesting...

It also came with a money saving coupon, as well as information about their products.

"Millions of undies are lost every month due to failed period protection. It's time to stop the madness! Let U by Kotex help Save the Undies by keeping you protected when it's that time of the month."

I know from now on, I will be "Saving the Undies" and keep myself prepared with U by Kotex!

What do you think about the "Save the Undies" campaign? Let me know below any questions/comments you may have! 

As I always say, Stay Beautiful by Staying You! 

XOXO