Stevita Stevia Collective Review! Part 2!

Hello! I have a second review from Stevita! If you would like to read my previous post, you can read it here.

About Stevita

     Stevita is a brand of stevia (my favorite sweetener!). They make a huge variety of stevia products including regular stevia, fruit stevia, liquid stevia extract, and chewing gum! I totally recommend checking them out if you are interested in trying alternative sweeteners!

My Thoughts

     Here is the stevia stuff! This is the chocolate mix, lime powder, vanilla liquid, and chocolate liquid.

 Stevita Delight
     This stuff is awesome! It is made with cocoa powder and pure stevia to make this amazing chocolate mix. I just use it to make hot chocolate, but this would be great in a smoothie or milkshake. I've had to experiment a bit with this to get it how I like it. 

     The first time I made it, I made a such a silly mistake. I prepared it with hot water and I put 2 tablespoons instead of 2 teaspoons and then on top of that, I put some stevia extract. Needless to say, that was way too sweet! 

     The next time I made it, I prepared it with 2 teaspoons and 8 oz of water. It was great!

      The third time I made it, I switched it up and used 4 oz of water, 4 oz of coconut milk, and 2 teaspoons. This is the best! 

 

Lime Flavored Drink Mix
     Basically, this is stevia with lime flavor. It's awesome in iced tea because you can get sweetness without any sugar and with a refreshing flavor. 

Chocolate and Vanilla Liquid Stevia
     These two are so cool. They are liquid stevia that is naturally flavored with chocolate or vanilla. It is so good! It adds a great sweet flavor into your coffee/tea/whatever. It goes a long way, so you only need a bit. This bottle will probably last you months!

    I totally recommend these stevia products! These have really become an essential to me and I really like them!










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Lisa Hoffman Beauty Collective Review!

     Hey everyone! I was sent some beautiful bracelets and I'm going to tell you all about them!

About Lisa Hoffman Beauty

     Lisa Hoffman is a multi-award winning line that offers fragrance, bath products, and most importantly fragrance jewelry! They have these unique fragrance beads that will scent your life and jewelry box. They come in a variety of scents and styles that will suit any taste.

My Thoughts

     I've heard about fragrance jewelry, but never in such a unique style and in such a variety of scents. These bracelets are beautiful!!!

     As you can see, this post is very picture heavy because I wanted to show how amazing they really are.

     You see that black one? That is from the Black Collection ($85) and it is so amazing. I love black so much, so this will always fit my outfit. It is actually made out of black onyx beads and is stunning. I can see this worn on every occasion, so versatility is a plus. Also, you can choose any of the scents for this bracelet when you order! I got Tunisian Neroli, which is a really nice floral.

     The one with the blue and wood beads is the Japanese Agarwood bracelet ($65). First off, the scent is so unique. The site describes it as a woody zest, which describes it perfectly.If you like spicy scents, this is the choice for you!

     Last, but not least is the Tuscan Fig bracelet ($65)! The bracelet is beautiful with these delicate amber colored beads. It has delicate howlite beads that are so unique. The scent is my favorite by far. It is a sweet delicate vanilla fig that is so amazing!

     I totally recommend you guys check out this line!!! Everything is high quality and beautiful!


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Chatabout

     Hey everyone. I haven't posted much lately, but I plan to get back into the swing of things and post more exciting stuff soon! 

     Today, I'm just going to be telling you about a site I use to get paypal money or gift cards. 

     It's a lot like other reward sites with surveys and getting points for posting. It isn't a super fast way to make money, but if you do surveys and like posting, you can build up a fair amount of points in a decent amount of time.

     Here is some ways to get points from the site:

"Site Comments - 1 point

Ask a Question - 2 points

Write a review - 5 points

Write an article - 20 points

Write a Post - 5 points

Daily Poll - 1 point

Surveys - 1 point is awarded regardless of if you qualify!

Bonus Area - Added daily! 

Refer Friends - Share with friends, on blogs, websites, forums, social media etc ... when they signup using your link, you will get 10% of their comment points FOR LIFE!"

     I am getting 50 points for writing this post, which is pretty good. Prize prices vary by location.

     In my experience, the paypal payout is very fast and takes less than 24 hours! 

     If you would like to sign up, please sign up with my referral link here and I will get an amount for every comment you make! I would really appreciate it!

 

The Laundress Article

Hey! The Laundress asked me to repost their article on here. I don't normally repost on this blog, but I still think you guys should read it, so I'll link it here. It's about taking care of your winter outerwear! This is super helpful if you are interested in their products. It's super cold where I am, how bout you guys?

Warm Earth Cosmetics Collective Review!

     Hey guys! Time for another collective review! I have tried a load of stuff from this great company and I'm going to tell you ALL about it! 

About Warm Earth Cosmetics

    Warm Earth Cosmetics is a great online store that offers eye shadow, blush, cosmetic brushes and emery boards. They keep all of their products as pure as possible and have no preservatives and are fragrance free! They do not test on animals and use no animal products in the makeup. 

My Thoughts

     Oh my gosh. There is so much to say about all of this! First of all I love their handmade pottery. It really adds a unique flair to their makeup in a way I've never seen. I'll just get started talking about each thing!

     First off, the brushes! I am extremely impressed by all of these. Honestly, these are the best quality makeup brushes I've ever used! 

Deluxe Powder Brush ($18)

     This brush is made of Grade A goat hair and is supposed to be used for any type of powder as the name suggests. This is a huge brush and the site says it's 9 inches long. It is so soft! This is now my favorite brush by far to put my powder foundation on. It's great for smooth application with the dense brush hairs  I can tell it's a quality brush! I could see this brush easily  being double the price. I love it!

Retractable Travel Powder Brush ($12)

     This is a super convenient powder brush that is great for travel. It's great for touch ups on the go! It's 4.75 inches so it is very mobile. There's not much else to say about it other than it's a pretty soft good brush!

Sable Shade Brush ($10)

    The sable shade brush is made of pure red sable and is for eye shadow, but I could see it used for powder concealer or anything you want, I guess. It's a 6.5 inch brush. I really
like how firm the brush is and how it won't lose it's shape like many other brushes out there. I really enjoyed this brush for applying eye shadow under the eye along the lash line because it really provides the firmness that is needed!

Deluxe Sponge Applicator ($2) 

     This is a pretty straight forward thing. We've all had sponge applicators, but most of the ones I've tried are the cheaply made ones that come with an eyeshadow or something. This one is a really great quality one that I totally recommend to everyone and for the inexpensive price, most people can afford to have a good quality sponge applicator from Warm Earth Cosmetics. This is the same size as the sable brush at 6.5 inches.

Eyebrow Contour Brush ($7)

     This eyebrow brush is great! It's a 6.25 inch stiff nylon brush. I like how it brushes my eyebrow hairs down while brushing powder on. This is really a must-have in my opinion because I have never used a stiff good brush like this and I can tell it's going to last forever!

Now onto the eye shadows! Something unique you notice about Warm Earth Cosmetics eye shadows is there beautiful packaging. Handmade pottery! Now you have something beautiful to keep when your product is gone. These shadows feel really smooth when applying and I feel like the little pot is so full it will last forever. Also, right now for every eyeshadow you buy, they will send you one free deluxe sponge applicator.

Pluma Frost ($11)

This color is so gorgeous! It is a perfect plum with an amazing shimmer. It's so versatile and I could see it being used in so many looks. A little on the lower lash line can add a pop of color or on the lid for a bold look. The pigmentation is amazing too. 

Bronce Matte ($11)

 Bronce is a really light matte color. At first, I wasn't sure about the color since it was so close to my skin color, but I actually found quite a few. If you're doing a darker look and you applied a little heavy handed, but you don't want to start over, this is a great blending color! I'm pale skinned and I've used it as a highlight.

Hermosa ($11)

This is by far my favorite color! I love shiny neutrals like silvers, golds, bronzes, and copper.It is such a vibrant gold and has really great pigmentation. I'm convinced that they crushed up gold into powder and put it in this cute little jar! If you are thinking of trying out an eyeshadow from Warm Earth Cosmetics and love vibrant shimmer, this is the color! 

And now for the best part, swatches!

These swatches are on bare skin without primer or anything with flash.

Alright, that's it. I totally recommend this brand! Let me know if you check them out!



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Nourish Organic Avocado + Argan Eye Cream Review!

     Hello everyone! I recently was contacted by Nourish Organic for trying a cute little sample of their brand new eye cream and I'm so excited to tell you all about it!

About Nourish Organic

     Nourish Organic was started over ten years ago when the creators wanted to bring some organic beauty into the world. After news of dangerous stuff in beauty products came out, the creators knew their purpose! They were the first beauty company to ever work with USDA!

My Thoughts

     To start off, I'd just like to say that I love eye creams! I think they are so important for skincare and are sometimes overlooked. If you don't use a all over the face moisturizer, at least use eye cream and lip balm!

      This is formulated with all sorts of great stuff, which I notice is a pattern with Nourish Organics line. Some of the great ingredients include Aloe vera, Argan oil, Avocado oil, Rice bran , Rosehip , Shea butter , Sunflower , Vitamin e.

     This eye cream is completely scentless which I love! My under eye skin was dry and concealer didn't look the greatest. This eye cream changed a lot! My skin was smoother, softer, and more moisturized feeling. It really worked for me!

     I totally recommend this eye cream! This one is priced at $19.99 and I will link Nourish Organic below!



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Lindi Collective Review!

     Hello everyone! Today I have a review of some products from Lindi that were graciously sent to me and a dear friend of mine who is going through a difficult time in her life. I have a lot to talk about, so let's jump right on in!

About Lindi

     Lindi Skin was started by Lindy Snider, a woman who watched friends go through cancer treatments and experience unpleasant effects on their skin. There were no skin care products for people with cancer, so she made it her purpose to create them. Working with dermatologists, nurses, patients and others, Lindy Snider created products for people with the most fragile skin. 

      Lindi Skin products are made with the best quality ingredients to soothe and hydrate. They were originally formulated for people going through cancer treatments, but are great for anyone. These products are made to make you look and feel beautiful and healthy.

My Thoughts

     I'm so excited to tell you all about these products! It was really cool to try all of these things, so read on!

Face Wash ($22)

   This face wash has a very nice citrus smell that will stay on your face afterwards. It lathers up rather nicely and is perfect for sensitive skin. While it will take off skin makeup and eyeshadow, it will not take off most mascara and eyeliners, but that shows you how gentle it really is!

Eye Hydrator ($30)

      I am really excited about this stuff! It is meant to moisturize around the eyes (like the name suggests), reduce puffiness, and improve skin tone. This is really unique! Most eye creams I've tried is just like a regular lotiony moisturizer, but this is like silk on your skin! It has a consistency that reminds me mostly of dry oil. Your skin will feel moisturized, but not wet or greasy. I've also noticed smoother skin around the eye! I totally recommend this for not only anti-aging, but for smoother skin now.

Lip Balm ($10)

      I have already done a in-depth review of this lip balm that you can check out here. I will say that I love this lip balm! If you are on a budget, but want to try something from Lindi, this is the product!

Skin Cooler ($39.50)

     The skin cooler is great for skin under going radiation. It is formulated with aloe vera which is known to have soothing and hydrating effects on skin that is not in the best state. You might also want this in the house for everyday burns or sunburns! 

Soothing Balm ($25)

This is for some seriously dry skin that needs some moisture! Just like the name, it is very soothing and would be great for cracked skin. 

Body Wash ($20)

     This is so nice for sensitive skin. It gently cleans and seems to moisturize at the same time! It also has vitamin E in it which is so great for moisturizing skin.

     And that's it! I totally recommend you guys checking them out, they have some really great stuff to offer! As usual, I'll link you below!



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Life & Food Green Coffee Bean Extract Gold Review!

   Hello everyone.This is not something that I often write about, but today I am writing about a dietary supplement. You may see some more of these pop up every once in a while!


About Life & Food

   Life & Food is a company that offers various health supplements. Unlike many other supplement companies, Life & Food does not promise or believe in a "magic pill". Here is a quote from there website. "Our motto is a healthy lifestyle, combined with daily efforts and regular supplementation of high quality nutrients right from our own store. We understand not every product will be effective for everyone, but we guarantee our products are of the purest grade and best quality available." I really appreciate the honesty that there is no supplement that will instantly do anything really. 

My Thoughts

  I'd like to remind you that you should always ask your doctor if you are thinking about changing your diet or adding a supplement!

   The supplement I tried out is the Green Coffee Bean Extract Gold ($16.97-$19.99). If you aren't familiar, green coffee bean is uncooked coffee beans that contain chlorogenic acid. Chlorogenic acid is said to be an appetite suppressant. It is also said to have positive effects on heart disease and diabetes,but of course you should always consult your doctor if you are thinking of starting a supplement.The effect I was most excited about was a boost in energy, which I would love!

   This Green Coffee Bean Extract is non-GMO, gluten-free, not containing soy, and made in the USA. 

   You are supposed to take 2 capsules thirty minutes before eating. You should do this for 2 meals.

   On the first day of trying these, I decided to take one capsule before one of my meals. I also drank a full glass of water with it. Water definitely can make you less hungry, so I'm  sure that helps the filling effect. I also noticed a boost in energy in 10-15 minutes, which is great! 

   These capsules have the caffeine levels of less than a cup of coffee, so that is why you have the energy. Because I felt better energy quickly, I decided that one capsule was definitely enough!

  After testing it out longer, I saw similar results. Higher energy, less snacking. I really enjoyed trying this out and could see a lot of people really liking this capsule!


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North Coast Organics Deodorant Collective Review!

     Hey everyone! I have a review of an amazing deodorant I got to try from North Coast Organics. A lot of deodorants are a hit or miss, so I'm hoping this will help some of you!

About North Coast Organics

     North Coast organics is a small Illinois based business that is sold in many different stores across 14 states as well as their online store. It all started when They produce personal care products that are all certified organic, certified vegan, and certified cruelty-free! Their products include deodorant, lotions, lip balms, adorable gift sets, and some really cool t-shirts. 

My Thoughts

      I completely recommend natural deodorants to anyone. Most deodorants in stores are full of nasty chemicals that are known for causing all sorts of health issues including cancer. I won't focus on that in this post because this is a review for a pretty cool natural one! They are all organic and some if not all of their products are vegan.

      Also, I'd like to mention something if you have never tried natural deodorants. They aren't (at least most of them) a dry stick sort of thing. They are more of a smooth consistency. If you are just switching over, it is something to get used to! Also I added a picture above so you can take a look at that!

Naked

      In short, Naked is the deodorant with the least amount of ingredients. It is a simple, yet amazing concoction. It smells slightly of coconuts, which I find really pleasant! I don't like strong smelling deodorants so this is perfect. This is my most used out of the bunch!

Revolver

     I really enjoyed this deodorant! It has a pleasant blend of essential oils that give it a unique spicy scent that isn't overpowering. It is a cedar wood smell that may be on the "masculine" side, but I could see this working for everyone! Also, I'd just like to comment on the descriptions on the website. Here's one, "Revolver shoots down odor wherever it lurks and will never miss its target.  Unholster Revolver today and send odor to an early grave." Oh my gosh, these are perfect, I totally recommend reading the rest on the site, I'll link it below!

Death By Lavendar

     I love the name on this one!!! I think the name really speaks for itself. It's just a really nice lavendar smell. 

Al Sol

    Pone Al Sol is actually North Coast Organics' newest edition! It is the most fragrant deodorant out of the bunch. It is a very citrusy smell, which is pretty unique.

Energy

     I am so excited to talk about this one! This is one of the new Mood Factory deodorants. If you don't know about it, it is a line of products that are all inspired by moods. There is Energy, Serenity, Creativity, Passion, Sassy, Happiness, Renewal, and Tranquility. This one has notes of orange, peppermint, mandarin, ginger, and rosemary. The smell is amazing! It is a very "natural" smell that is really nice.

Overall

      These are some really great deodorants! They work great for everyday odor, but maybe not for intense workouts. To be fair though, I've never had a deodorant last through a workout, so really it does measure up! They are also pretty affordable with the Mood Factory at $12.50 and the rest at $9.99.There is an amazing selection of scents and I totally recommend theses to anyone!



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