Recently I have had the honor of being a part of the Smiley Blogger Circle. With that said I have had the chance to review Dove Clinical Protection antiperspirant with the Smiley Blogger Circle! I was thrilled to have the chance because I have heard great things about it!! Now, I thought that I loved my other product but this has anything that I have tried in the past BEAT! When I received my package I was thrilled! I opened it to find this super cute cosmetic bag, a full sized product and a branded mirror.
Now for the product, I am honestly hands down satisfied with this product for several reasons. delivers prescription strength defense against wetness and contains Dove ¼ moisturizers to care for delicate underarm skin. And unlike leading prescription anti-perspirant/deodorants, it does not contain aluminum chloride or alcohols which can cause skin irritation and discomfort. This is great because sometimes my arms get broke out because of a certain product but I did not experience that with this at all!
I have to tell you, when you sweat or get hot, the smell of the deodorant lingers! It smells so good and this is how I know that it is working!! The scent that I received was the 'Original Clean' scent, but it is also available in unscented.
I did not have to put this deodorant on but once a day! It also made me feel more confident and I was able to wear tank tops the week I received it. The smell and the fact that it is long lasting won me over completely! I was happy with the mirror and cosmetic bag that I received to! It is convenient to add into my purse! This is "crank" up stile and not stick style but that is okay because I can put more on at once! The ONLY negative thing about this product is the price. It IS pricey but the positives about this product totally outweigh that and it is worth it! Don't worry because if you become a Dove insider, you can get coupons! What do you say? View more information about Dove Clinical Protection, go purchase and wear it out on the hottest day of the week. Come back and tell me YOUR thoughts! You will NOT be disappointed. Be sure to follow them on Facebook to stay up to date with the latest news!
Are YOU ready to take a Dove Clinical Protection Challenge and try it yourself?? Tell me about it!
* I'm a member of Smiley360.com Blogger Circle, where I qualify to try brands for free in exchange for sharing my authentic feedback.*
I have been wanting to try "Indie" Nail polish for a while now! If you were wondering what Indie means, it means independent. Mod Lacquer LLC personally hand blends all of her nail polish using micas, pigments, glitter and a 3 free suspension base. She has so much to choose from and I honestly have to say that they ARE one of a kind! I approached her to see if I could review some of her nail polishes on my blog and she said yes! I was stoked!! I anxiously waited for the mail to run and opened my package to this:
Can you say BEAUTIFUL!!!? These polishes are so pretty!! I will start from left to the right.
This beautiful nail polish is called"Lavender Festival"
Lavender Festival is a pale sheer lavender jelly base with a variety of colors and different sizes of glitter. This is too pretty! I used three coats on my hands below with one layer of top coat.
Lavender Festival is a 15ml (.5oz) bottle and can be purchased for only $9.50 plus $3 Shipping. There is a mini version of this polish for $4!
Now another polish that I received is beautiful too!
This nail polish is called Satire Coral. Satire is a bright sheer coral/pink jelly base with bright yellow glitter It is just perfect for the summer!!!
Here is what it looks like on my nails!
I used three coats of polish to take this picture. I love the color and I love how it looks against my skin!
Satire Coral is a 15ml (.5oz) bottle and can be purchased for only $9.50 plus $3 Shipping.or you can buy this in a mini version for $4 and $3 Shipping!
My husband especially loved this next polish! My husband said that this nail polish reminds him of the original Willy Wonka movie when the boy turns pixelated!
The name of this polish is called 8Bit Digits. 8-Bit Digits is a fine multi-color neon glitter polish in a clear base. It IS recommended to use a top coat because this polish dries as a matte texture. I chose to try this polish with random base coat colors because it is just a clear base glitter. It is SO PRETTY! I love how it has a different look with every color!!! I only needed two coats of glitter to achieve my desired result!
The polish that I received was a mini but you can buy 8Bit Digits in a 15ml (.5oz) bottle for only $9.50 plus $3 Shipping.
The last polish that I tried was just as gorgeous as the rest!
The name of this polish is Galactic Aura! Galactic Aura is a Duochrome nail
polish that is primarily teal that shifts to blue and purple with tiny
sparks of rainbow colors from the micro holographic glitter. It IS recommend that you use a top coat to make it have a sparkle effect too!
See how pretty this is? I love love the color! The duocrome effect is seen more in person than in the picture. This mini 4ml bottle of Galactic Aura can be purchase for $4 and $3 shipping!
Currently Mod Lacquer is offering a coupon code on her shop for *FREE SHIPPING ON ORDERS $25 AND OVER! USE CODE FREESHIP25*
Now that you know all about the polish that I received visit her shop and tell me, what is your favorite item that you see? =)
** Disclaimer: The Small Things was not paid to write this review. All thoughts are my own and may differ from others. I received these products and in return gave my honest opinion of them**
Hello everyone! It is me again! I had the chance to review a few nail art kits from Cult Cosmetics!
More about them from the website:
Cult Cosmetics was created with a rebellious spirit and a big idea:
take the hottest looks in nail art and makeup and make them accessible
enough for everyday wear, at an everyday price.Why the cult-like following? Unlike what is found at retail
stores, Cult products contain everything needed to get the latest
cosmetic looks, whether your tastes are for runway fashions or timeless
classics.
Now when Cult Cosmetics said yes to a review, I was thrilled! I did not know which kit I was going to receive and I was lucky enough to get two of them! The first kit that I opened was the Lychee Glam Nail Art Kit.
What is in this kit? Check it out! Essie "Blanc"
Essie "Haute As Hello"
Essie "Licorice"
Gold Nail Art Glitter
Nail Art Brushes
Here is the picture that they had on their website.
After looking at the picure on their website, this is what I came up with! I was so happy that I was able to recreate their design! I am in love! The glitter that they send is different than the one online but I was still happy with the results!
have this odd obsession with chevron print and who doesn't love
glitter?? This kit can be purchased for only $18.99 on the Cult
Cosmetics website!
Now the other nail art kit that I received was the Va Va Violet nail art kit. My husband is a fan of the purple polish on me so I was thrilled that I received this as well!
This kit came with the nail polishes and a sponge to do a sponged accent nail! What polishes were in the kit? See below! I received Essie "She's Picture Perfect"
Essie " Go Ginza"
Color Club "Peace Out Purple"
and Color Club "Disco Dress"
I did decide to use the white Essie from my other kit instead of the Essie " Go Ginza". The picture they have on their website for this kit:
And My result! I love how it turned out! I wanted to do the sponging on my ring finger more subtle than they had on their website though! the Va Va Violet kit can be purchased for $14.99!
Overall, I am thrilled with the nail art kits that I received!! Cult Cosmetics was nice enough to let my readers have 15% off of your first purchase with this coupon code! SMALLTHINGS at checkout!
Be sure to look around on the website you will get sucked in because they have so many nail art kits and other things to choose from! Free Shipping on orders over $40 and Shipping starts at $5!
You can also follow them on their social media to keep up to date with things!! AND they have a "Kit A Day Giveaway" on their facebook page!! Check it out!
What nail art kit do you like from their website? Let me know!
** Disclaimer: The Small Things was not paid to write this review. All thoughts are my own and may differ from others. I received these products and in return gave my honest opinion of them**
BabyDashCo has given me the chance to help promote her review/giveaway of this awesome baby carrier! You can read more about her review below:
"Like I've mentioned before, I love carriers because they eliminate the need for a stroller on short trips. The Action carrier allows me to travel with my 4-year-old without the need for a stroller. My 4-year-old is very independent and loves to walk but when we go to Disneyland or fairs he gets tired of walking by the end of the day. It's nice to have the Action carrier on hand so he can hitch a ride or take a short nap.
Action makes a variety of carriers made for babies or toddlers. I have the toddler carrier which is 3 inches taller in the body than their regular carrier, as well as offering an inch longer hood and 2 inches smaller in the shoulder webbing (because they are used mostly for back carries and gives you a tighter fit). The base of the “seat” is 19 inches across. All of the webbing on the toddler carrier is the same as their standard carrier.
The Action carrier has held up very nicely. I feel like my child is safe and secure. I especially love that it can hold a child from 15-45lbs! That's a lot of weight and a great work out for mom or dad! The Action carrier has a clip that sits just above you hip to alleviate the tension on your shoulders.
And a chest clip that helps secure the carrier and not having the shoulder straps slide off your shoulders.
The flip hood that is attached is nice but my son is so tall that it didn't fit over his head. Another thing I wish it had is a storage pocket of some sort. I love to travel light and don't always like to carry my purse. But the over all look, feel and function of the carrier meet my expectations."
Now that you know more about it from reading her awesome review, check it out! She is allowing one if you to win a carrier of your choice!! How neat is that? =) Enter below! This giveaway ends July 2.
Starting on 7/1 and leading into the release of Smurfs 2, in
theaters on 7/31, participating Menchie's frozen yogurt shops are being
taken over by the lovable Smurfs and are being renamed "Smenchie's!"
In celebration, Sony/Menchie's created a cute video of the Smurfs at the
Menchie's factory in Southern California, stirring up this limited-edition Smurfberry Blast flavor. Please check it out below!
In addition to
this new flavor, participating “Smenchie’s” nationwide will also have
special toppings, including chocolate Smurfettes, Smurfberry gummies and
Smurfy sprinkles! Plus it will come in a special mushroom-capped reusable cup that your kids (and you!) will love.
Find a location near you today because you will love it! There is one not far from me, I can't wait to try the new flavors!
Looking to spice up your summer cocktail menu this summer? Camarena Tequila is a smooth and mixable 100% agave tequila crafted in the Los Altos Highlands of Mexico. Six generations in the making, Familia Camarena Tequila is the culmination of a family’s century-long journey dedicated to the craft of producing exceptional tequila in the way it was intended to be: 100% agave. Camarena Silver and Reposado Tequilas are available at retail stores in the local area for a suggested retail price of $20 each ! Check out their Facebook page to stay up with the latest! [Camarena Tequila on Facebook]
Here is an awesome recipe that you can make with your Camarena Tequila!
Camarena Grand Slam Ingredients: 1 1/2 oz Camarena Reposado Tequila 1 oz Fresh Lime Juice 3/4 oz Agave Nectar 1-2 slices Fresh Jalapeño 2 cubes Fresh Pineapple 1 pinch Fresh Cilantro
Directions: Muddle all ingredients, except tequila in a shaker tin. Add tequila and ice, shake nice & easy and strain over fresh ice in a double old fashioned glass. Garnish with a pineapple square, jalapeno slice and fresh cilantro.
They have given one of my readers the chance to win a Tequila Tipple Toolbox [cocktail kit]. The winner will receive a custom box including the following:
-16 oz Camarena Tequila Custom Shaker
-1 oz x 2 oz Jigger
-Citrus Squeezer
-Wooden Muddler
-11.75 oz Bottle of Agave Nectar
-Camarena Tequila Cocktail Booklet
Now for the rules!
Winner must be 21 or older. NO EXCEPTIONS. Winner must live in the US and complete the mandatory entries to qualify. Completing ALL entries WILL increase your odds. Giveaway ends Monday July 1, 2013. Winner will have 24 hours to respond to the winning email.
Since the loss of our daughter, Aubrey I have been trying to find things to keep my mind off of crying. If you are not familiar with our story, you can read more about it on the Anencephaly Awareness link in the tab above. I decided to make a line of pendants that I would want if I were looking but I wanted to make it more personalized. These personalized pendants are just beautiful! Since our loss I have ran into so many angel moms and people trying to conceive their rainbow babies. Small Things Creations was thought of last year when I started making personalized ornaments. I just recently came up with this idea to make the pendants. These images are put onto scrabble pendants and topped with a shiny hard resin. The jewels are added as a cute touch.
This is a sweet Angel Mommy pendant. This pendant comes as is and is perfect for a mother that has had a loss of any kind. Even if it is a miscarriage at just a few weeks pregnant or a stillbirth. For people whom have lost a child of any age. This is for you. You are an angel mommy. $10.50 + Shipping. Necklace is a add on in my shop.
This cute infant loss awareness pendant is to bring awareness to infant loss. October 15th October is SIDS, Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness day. The day is observed with remembrance ceremonies and candle-lighting vigils, concluding with the International Wave of Light, a worldwide lighting of candles at 7:00 p.m. Also each and every day, 13 babies will be lost to SIDS and other sudden, unexpected infant deaths; more than 70 new parents will have listened sadly their stillborn baby’s silence; and countless lives will be lost to miscarriage and other causes of infant death. Wear this pendant to bring awareness. $10.50 + Shipping. Necklace is a add on.
This is my Anencephaly Awareness Pendant. Anencephaly is a condition that prevents the normal development of the brain and the bones of the skull. This condition results when a structure called the neural tube fails to close during the first few weeks of embryonic development. The neural tube is a layer of cells that ultimately develops into the brain and spinal cord. Because anencephaly is caused by abnormalities of the neural tube, it is classified as a neural tube defect (NTD) Our daughter was stillborn due to this condition. IT is a fatal birth defect. You can wear this pendant to bring awareness to this condition! This pendant is $10.50 +shipping and chain is a add on.
I love this Rainbow Baby Pendant! A "rainbow baby" is a baby that is born following a miscarriage or still birth. In
the real world, a beautiful and bright rainbow follows a storm and
gives hope of things getting better. The rainbow is more appreciated
having just experienced the storm in comparison. The storm
(pregnancy loss) has already happened and nothing can change that
experience. Storm-clouds might still be overhead as the family continue
to cope with the loss, but something colourful and bright has emerged
from the darkness and misery. Wear this necklace to have "faith" that you will soon have a rainbow one day. There is a "hope" version of this pendant below as well! This pendant is $10.50 + shipping. Necklace can be added
This is a cute footprint with angel wings pendant. This is a stock footprint photo. Wear this necklace in memory of your loved one. This pendant as is is only $10.50 +shipping. Necklace is a add on. If you want YOUR CHILDS footprints or handprints with the wings, message me on my shop and it will cost .50 cents more! I will make a custom listing for you.
Custom Ordered Name with Angel Wings Pendant. For anyone that suffered the loss of a loved one. Would make a great gift too. If you want colored jewels just tell me what color in a message with your name. If you do not specify, it will come with the jewels in the picture. This pendant is $11 + shipping. Necklace is a add on on my shop.
Custom baby feet or hands pendant. Please send a scan and send to me in a message with your baby's foot or hand prints. If you have issues with sending please don't hesitate to contact me! This is a custom order. I can only do one set of prints per pendant. IF you want to see a "proof" before message me before you checkout and I will make your image and send in a message. This pendant is $11 + Shipping and chain is a add on in my shop. I can add a handprint and foot as well.
Custom name and birthday pendant. This custom pendant is too cute. I can make it in blue as well! If you want YOUR little ones footprints instead of the stock, message me and we can work it out with a custom listing for you. This pendant is $11+ shipping and the necklace is a add on in my shop. If you want it custom with your childs foot or hand prints it will cost .50 cents more.
I made some cute designs today 6/18 to add in my shop! Custom QR Code Necklace. This pendant can have YOUR CUSTOM link into the QR Code. Any link will work! Can be purchased for $10.50 + shipping.
Cute Princess Crown Necklace! This can have any color jewel you want. Please visit the listing for jewel choices. Can be purchased for $10.50 plus shipping.
Breast Cancer ribbon with angel wings Pendant. This pendant is beautiful and perfect to wear if you have unfortunately lost a loved one to breast cancer. This can be purchase for $10.50 + shipping in my shop.
If you wish to know more about our story you can view my youtube video too!
GIVEAWAY
Now that I have shared my story and my pendants with you, we can get to the details of the giveaway! TWO READERS will win a pendant of their choosing, that is right- ANYTHING you want! If you don't see something in the pictures, we can work something out and I can make something for you!!
This giveaway is open to US and CANADA addresses. Completing the mandatory entries will qualify you to win. Completing ALL entries will increase your odds. Giveaway ends 7/21 at 11PM CST and winner must respond to the winning email within 24 hours or your prize will be forfeited. I will be making these and shipping them myself. =)
Please enter with the rafflecopter form below. All entries will be verified and checked when the giveaway ends.
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