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Konjac Facial Sponge With Activated Charcoal by: PureSOL

Free of Chemicals, Parabens, Sulphates, Fragrances & Coloring. Good for Sensitive Skin, Hypoallergenic - Cruelty Free, Vegan, Biodegradable, Naturally Sustainable - 100% Money Back Guarantee

I ordered one of these off of Amazon because after reading about it I figured how could I go wrong? The company is very nice and they shipped it to me very quickly. When I got it I opened it up and the actual sponge came wrapped in plastic which I liked because nothing could get in there to it. It also came with a suction cup for you to hook it onto and hang up in your shower when you're not using to dry.  This I also liked because if sponges are allowed to dry without being hung up they tend to get mildew in them and then they are no good. 

The directions told me to soak the sponge in water until it got soft. So after soaking it this is what it looked like:

It got soft and very porous as you can see. I then ran it under warm water and added just a small amount of my facial cleanser to it. Right here let me say that you only need to use a small amount of soap to get the suds you need with this little sponge. It really helps your soap suds up to its full potential! Way better than a washcloth! I used it to wash my face and its big enough to get the job down fast but also small and flexible enough to get in all the small spaces and creases on your face. I could almost feel it cleaning out and removing the dirt in my pores. I have a lot of old acne scars on my nose and cheeks that are hard to get clean and this little sponge did the trick. After I rinsed my face it felt really sot and smooth and it just felt clean! 

I keep it in the shower hung up on its little suction cup. On the package it says it'll last for several months before you need to replace so to me its well worth the money. And when its time to discard it, its biodegradable so its safe for the planet too.  Lastly let me share the link with you so you can get your own: http://www.amazon.com/Konjac-Sponge-Eco-Friendly-Hypoallergenic-Biodegradable/dp/B00JL2TURM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1409274980&sr=8-1&keywords=puresol

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PhantomFit Resistance Loop Bands

I was given the opportunity to review these for a really nice company. They shipped me the product very quickly and let me know that if I had any problems or questions to feel free to email them. When i received them I opened them up to find 4 different colored bands and a nice little cinched pouch to store them in. The picture above shows what all I received. Upon inspecting them I seen the different colors also represented different levels of resistance. As you can see it goes from very heavy to light. And I can assure you they are each very different! The very heavy is very strong and requires some effort to move it. 

At first I tried these out on my arms. I put both arms through the medium band and slid it about halfway up my arms. Then I just used my arms pulling them away from each other and tightening the band. Right away I could feel the muscles in my arms getting a workout. Next I decided to try one of the bands on my legs. So again I put both my legs through the light band this time. Even when using the lightest band I still felt like I was getting some benefits from it in my muscles. 

Another thing I would like to add is these bands are made really well and aren't a cheap rubber. So you don't get that nasty rubber band stink on your hands when using them. Also when taken care of I believe these will last someone a long time and provide many hours of exercise. Cleaning is simple too you just wipe them down with a damp cloth and store them in their carrying pouch that was provided.

When you order you also receive a card in with the bands that gives you a link to receive a bonus from the company for ordering from them. And the email address for any questions or concerns that you might have.

Finally, I have a family member that was recently diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. I let him try out these bands during his regular exercise routine and he really got a lot out of them.  They helped him use and work his muscles in his arms and legs which is very beneficial for someone with his diagnosis. Also it allowed him to exercise his muscles while he was doing other things. He could be on the computer or reading and still be exercising with these bands. So in conclusion this is a great product that anyone can use and gain benefits from.

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Mistiq Rapid Lifting & Tightening Spritz

Great product that you can see the results from! Slight face lift effects without having to go under the knife. This product is very easy to use basically you just spray a small amount of it on your face.  Just remember to avoid your eyes, nostrils, and mouth of course. There's no strong, overpowering odor which is great since the product goes on your face next to your eyes and nose. The effects of it last for hours. So you can use it before you apply your makeup and be able to enjoy the effects of it all day. 

I definitely felt a overall tightening to the skin on my face. But it wasn't to the point where my face felt uncomfortable or anything. After using the Mistiq spritz for about a week I am happy to report my face feels smoother, it has a nice healthy glow to my skin, and I see a lot less fine lines around my eyes and smile.  The deep pores I have in my cheeks from old acne scars look a LOT smaller and not as defined. I had some areas around my lips and eyes with dark spots and after using this I can say they are a lot lighter and some are completely gone.

Another thing I would like to mention is that I have very oily, sensitive skin. This limits me on the products I can use on my skin. But this didn't cause me any problems. My face actually felt less oily or greasy and I had no redness or irritation or breakouts. So my advice is give this little spritz a try you'll love the results!!

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Hydracentials Water Bottle

Hydracentials Double Insulated Water Bottle

I was given one of these babies to review and let me say I absolutely love it!  Its very well made and probably the best water bottle I have ever owned. On the inside it is stainless steel and keeps my drinks cold all day long. I fill it full of ice and by the end of the day the ice is still in there barely even melted.  This week has been the hottest week of the year so far in Ohio and believe me this thing came in handy! 

Let me give you some more details about this bottle. On the top it has a handy carrying handle that makes it easy to carry around. This next part is really neat the straw collapses down into the handle so it keeps it clean and free from something getting down in it. The bottle of the bottle is covered in felt so it gives it a nice soft surface when you set it down on furniture or other delicate surfaces. Its double insulated so there's absolutely no sweating all over the place so you don't have to worry about damaging furniture or wiping condensation off the bottle.  Also there are no sharp edges on the mouthpiece to scratch your lips on like other cheaper made water bottles have. No chemical taste when drinking from the bottle and its BPA free so its healthy for you to use.

When you get the bottle it comes packed really well and inside the bottle you will find a card giving you instructions to get a free water bottle cozie that fits over it.  So far I have only put water in it but I'm sure any cold beverage such as soda, juice, iced coffee, or sports drink would go perfectly in it. It is not meant for hot beverages so just use it for cold. I've always been a 4 to 5 soda a day drinker because I do not like to have a room temperature drink. But now with this bottle I'm finding myself drinking water all day rather than soda because the water stays nice and cold. So I guess its making me healthier too by having it.  I've posted a lot of reviews for products I've tested but this one has to be one of my favorites! 

Even safe to leave on furniture its spillproof!

Spout Open

Close Up on Spout and Handle

Spout closed

Felt covered bottom

Stainless Steel Inside

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King Athletic Speed Cable Jump Rope

 Let me start of by saying this is a great jump rope for the money. It can be used by kids with adult supervision but it is better suited for adults.  Its accommodates everyone because it comes in a 10 foot length and is easily adjusted to fit your individual height. There are screws on either end of the rope that you just loosen to adjust the length of it.  So if you're 5 foot or 7 foot you should have no problem using this rope.  The handles are made of a light weight plastic material that fits easily in your hands but won't slip out as you're jumping.  The rope itself is made very well and slides easily through your hands so no sharp or jagged edges to harm you.  I am pretty out of shape and the directions recommend a 10 minute workout of jumping rope. I could only get through a few minutes before my heart was beating a lot faster and I was out of breath. So you get a good workout in, in a very short amount of time. Jumping rope is good cardiovascular workout and can give you the same effects as jogging in a shorter amount of time. So you can burn some serious calories by doing this! Also let me add that not all of us live in an environment where it is safe to go out jogging so this can be used in the safety of your home where you can get a good workout and stay safe from harm.

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These make it so easy to take a vitamin supplement! I've always hated taking vitamins for one they leave a bad taste in your mouth. Another reason was their always big gigantic pills that were hard to swallow. So when I was asked to review the D Speed Fast Melt Vitamin D3 I was a little hesitant. But boy did these babies prove me wrong. First let me say they taste really good! They are peach flavored and melt in your mouth very quickly. So no nasty after taste and no huge pill to swallow. 

Now lets move onto their benefits. They help bone and teeth formation as well as supporting a healthy immune and cellular health. Those of you that have allergies to certain things will be happy to hear that they're free of yeast, gluton, soy, milk, dairy, sodium, preservatives, artificial coloring or flavors, and sugar. So none of that stuff can be found in these. So that makes them healthy to take as well as they provide benefits to your health.  

I learned that our bodies don't always produce enough Vitamin D for us to stay healthy. We manufacture Vitamin D through sunlight exposure to the skin. And through recent studies people have become very aware to the dangerous effects of getting too much sun. So now people tend to avoid the sun and miss out on getting a healthy dose of Vitamin D. So this vitamin supplement can help you get the recommended vitamin D you need without the health risks of the sun.

You only need to take one tablet per day to get the recommended dosage and the bottle you get contains 60 tablets. So you get a two month supply which is a real bargain. So my advice is definitely give these a try you'll be pleased with your decision. 

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I was given the chance to review the Day by Day Beauty Vitamin C Serum. This product is to be applied to the face, neck after you have washed and thoroughly dried your face and surrounding areas. It is fairly easy to use and you only need a small amount to get the job done. By simply using your fingertips to apply it goes on very easily.  There isn't much of a smell to it which I feel is a good thing because you really don't want something strong or overpowering right by your eyes and nose.  Right away I could feel my skin feeling softer and smoother. I used this product everyday for the past week and my skin appears brighter, and has a nice clean glow to it. I have oily, acne prone skin with deep, large pores and acne scars from my teenage years. So I have to be very careful what I use on my face so I don't get irritation or a sudden breakout.  This product proved to not cause any upset or irritation with my sensitive skin. Overall I am going to continue to use this product because I like the effects it is having on my skin. My skin looks healthier and cleaner.

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Ebook - Green Smoothies: 50 Amazing Recipes for a Healthy Diet 

I was given a copy of this to try out and review. I have always loved smoothies but I have found that they're not always healthy.  This book allowed me to learn how to make delicious tasting smoothies that are also healthy for you.  Its very easy to read and understand and the directions for the recipes are very easy to follow.  The ingredients for the recipes were easy to find in any local supermarket.  I haven't tried all the recipes yet but I already have a few favorites. And I feel healthier already and believe that I have lost a few pounds already from replacing a few unhealthy snacks with smoothies. Here is the link to get a copy for yourself: http://www.amazon.com/green-smoothies-cookbooks-vegetarian-collection-ebook/dp/b00m121t96

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Healthy Now Nutritionals: Colon Cleanse Detox Plus 

I was given a bottle of this product so I could conduct a review on it.  The bottle contains 90 capsules so you do receive a good supply of them.  It instructs you to take up to 4 capsules a day by taking 1-2 in the morning and 1-2 at night.  I found that taking only 1 twice a day was all that I needed.  There is no aftertaste or bad odor from the capsules like I have found with other brands of colon cleanse.  No stomach cramping or embarrassing urge to get to the bathroom either. It does right away make you more regular. Without getting into too many embarrassing details I found that it had me regular to a point where it was an exact time of day everyday.  Within a day or 2 after starting this supplement I felt more energy and didn't have the bloated feeling that I usually almost always have.   Physically I noticed some of the bloating around my belly and midsection had decreased also.  I know that most of us get a little nervous when we hear the words colon cleanse and believe me I was no different. But I can honestly say that after I gave this product a try I felt better, looked better, and had more energy. With no embarrassing side effects whatsoever.  I didn't have to change my eating or activity habits at all either.

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Garcinia Cambogia Supreme Dietary Supplement

I was given a bottle of Garcinia Cambogia Supreme Dietary Supplement.  There are 180 capsules in the bottle and you are advised to take 2 a day so you get a 90 day supply.  For the price of the bottle that is a bargain! This supplement is designed to suppress appetite and inhibit fat build up in your body.  It also boosts and improves your energy as well as your serotonin levels.  I gave this product a try for 2 weeks because I wanted to lose about 10 pounds.  I ate normal healthy meals 2 to 3 times a day, took walks around my neighborhood for exercise, got plenty of rest, and drank a lot of water.  I didn't really have to change too many of my usual habits.  I can say that in 2 weeks I have already lost 4 pounds.  That's not much you're probably saying right? Well I didn't hardcore workout, I did sneak in candy, soda, and a few trips out to eat also. So if I was to stick to a stricter diet and exercise more I feel that more weight would have come off. But I am happy with the results thus far.  And I didn't experience any negative side effects whatsoever.

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Youthful Radiance Eye Cream by Foxbrim

I received a bottle of Youthful Radiance Eye Cream from Foxbrim. This product contains vitamins C+E Aloe and green tea.  It doesn't have much of a odor which I find to be good because I don't want anything strong and overpowering right up near my nose. It comes out in sort of a pump bottle and the solution is the consistency of a thick lotion.  So it applies to under and around your eyes fairly easily. it can be used in the mornings, evenings, under your makeup application, or during your facial ritual.  Right away you notice the product going to work. It feels like a tightness and firming of the skin around your eyes.  I used this product in the mornings and at night for a total of 2 weeks. I noticed the disappearance of the darkness under my eyes quite a bit. Also I seen less smile lines and lines around my eyes by the second week.  I have oily skin and had absolutely no issues with breakouts or clogged pores. All in all I liked the product and would recommend it.

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Adovia Mineral Skin Care

Adovia Mineral Skin Care is a moisturing day cream for all skin types.  It has dead sea minerals, aloe vera, and chamomile.  When I first opened it up right away I noticed how good it smells. It has a very pleasant fragrance and is nongreasy.  I have combination skin that varies from very oily to dry and sensitive.  The first time I used this product on my face right away I noticed how soft and clean feeling that it left it.  There was no redness or irritation and didn't clog my pores.  I have always had trouble with moisturizers causing my skin to have breakouts but this didn't cause any.  Instead it made my skin feel soft and left it with a healthy glow but not oily. 

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Purely Holistic Phytoceramides

Phytoceramides with rice is a natural anti-aging product that reduces fine lines and wrinkles. It is 100% pure and contains no GMOs. I myself am only 34 years old and haven't really experienced any fine lines or wrinkles as of yet. But I have been taking this supplement for a few weeks now and have noticed that my skin is softer and has a nice glow to it. I've been taking one capsule everyday with a meal. There is no harsh or bitter aftertaste from the pill and no stomach irritation whatsoever.  I've only had the softer skin and the slight glow to my skin thus far but I think with continued use of this product I could see a bit more positive side effects. But with any supplement like this the longer you take it the more and more you'll see the effects of it.

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Australian Tea Tree Oil

What is Tea Tree Oil? Yep that was my first question also when I was asked to review this product.  When I received the bottle in the mail the very first thing I noticed was its smell. It has a wonderful woodsy type almost pine tree smell that I find to be very relaxing and thereapuetic.  I soon learned that it is an all natural product so it doesn't contain any mineral oil, chemical solvents, petroleum, parabens, fragrances, artificial colors or preservatives. Those are ingredients most of us are trying to stay away from anyway. So yes it is healthy and it has a nice natural fragrance but what do we do with it?

Here's your answer: It is a topical agent to be applied to the skin, and also can be used as a household cleaner and disinfectant. Wait what? You can use this on your skin and to clean the house? Yes that's right it can do both. For the skin it can be used to treat ,minor cuts and burns or serve as an antiseptic. As well as an antifungal or antibacterial agent. It heals athlete's foot,eczema, yeast infections, and other types of bacterial or fungal ailments.  I used mine on a dry, itchy patch of skin I had just below my knee. And in about a weeks time of applying the product daily my skin felt softer and the itching has since stopped completely. Also I have a number of body piercings and recently had my nose pierced. I treated my new piercing with the tea tree oil and it cut down on my healing time by about half.  I was able to change out the jewelry after 5 weeks instead of the usually 2-3 months.  You just put a small amount on a cotton swab and blot the piercing several times a day.

Next I wanted to try this stuff out around the house. I had a spot on a mirror that had sticky stuff on it that window cleaner or vinegar just couldn't remove.  So I diluted with 1 part tea tree oil and 2 parts water a small amount onto a cloth and swabbed at the sticky stuff and within about a minute the stickiness was gone.  No more dirty mirror.

Here is a link to 25 great uses for tea tree oil: http://www.keeperofthehome.org/2013/04/25-uses-for-tea-tree-oil.html 

Also here is the Amazon link for you to order a bottle for yourself: Amazon product page http://www.amazon.com/Australian-Potency-Aromatherapy-Household-Cleaning/dp/B00GF1NZLY/ie=UTF8?m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&keywords=tea+tree+oil

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Love this little thing!! I've never owned a garlic press before and now I have no clue how I ever lived without one.  I do a lot of cooking at home especially made from scratch and Italian recipes so this thing gets a lot of use.  Its made of top quality stainless steel so it looks good as well as being well made.  Its very easy to use you just load it with cloves of fresh garlic, grab both handles and give it a squeeze. Then without anymore effort you have fresh minced garlic! No chopping, smelly hands, or risking cutting yourself from a knife.  I really recommend picking up one of these if you love to cook or you just love a convenient time savor like this little gadget is.

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