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I often have trouble falling asleep at night. My husband and I go to bed at different times and he always likes to fall asleep with the TV on. I also enjoy a little TV before bed too, but I have been noticing that it has really affected my quality of sleep. I have tried out other sleep masks but I have found that they still let in quite a bit of light and they sometimes slip around when I'm sleeping. This sleep kit from Adventure at Nature is different from many of the others I have seen on the market. I received this product free from a website called Tomoson.com and all opinions are my own. To learn how you can get items free like this too, please check out my sister site at EnjoyFreebies.com.
Kit comes with everything you see here
The kit includes a little black drawstring pouch containing the mask and a little plastic box with a pair of foam ear plugs. Perfect for travelling! I like the ear plug box a lot because it keeps them contained so you don't have to worry about losing them or locating them when scouring your drawer in the middle of the night. The foam ear plugs mold to the shape of your ears which is great for blocking out loud snoring, farting, screaming children, or ghosts.
This sleep mask is made from a soft memory foam cushion material with concave slots for your eyes. It has an adjustable Velcro strap on the back to keep it in place. But what I think makes it special it is the notch for your nose which allows this mask to block out 98% of the light. It does fit quite snugly on my head, I imagine that it could be a little tight for those of you with a slightly bigger noggin. For me it is quite comfortable. I do suggest you make sure you move your hair out from underneath the face mask for best results. You can check out my video below of how to use this product.
Here's another tip: you don't only need to use this for sleeping either! You can use it for playing Pin the Tail on the Donkey, Marco Polo, or re-enacting 50 Shades of Grey. So, you don't need to feel guilty for buying yourself a sleep mask. It's something the even whole family can enjoy!
Does this look like something you could use for better sleep? Have you ever tried a sleep mask before?
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This week I am going to be reviewing some awesome health products received complimentary in exchange for my honest reviews.
First up this week is NuYou Labs Garcinia Cambogia Liquid Drops. There has been a lot of hype and talk about Garcinia Cambogia lately and how it's not like HCG diet drops and I've been interested in trying it. I'm not a huge fan of taking pills or supplements, but when I saw that this came in a liquid form, I thought why not give it a try?
Garcinia Cambogia Weight Loss Drops
According to the manufacturer this product is recommended for rapid fat burning and is a quick weight loss liquid. This product also contains green coffee bean extract also which I understand is also supposed to help with weight loss and acts as a natural appetite suppressant.
I read the ingredients and it says that it is 100% Aloe Vera combined of 50% Garcinia Cambogia and 50% Green Coffee Extract. The directions state to use 20 drops. When you extract the liquid into the dropper, it only filled it half way. I wasn't sure if it was enough. But when I counted the drops, I realized that I needed to reload the dropper twice to get the full dosage since it doesn't completely fill up all the way. The taste is very pleasant. Tastes like sweet lime. This makes it very easy to take.
The real test is how does it work? For the first week, I actually gained about 2 lbs and went from 115.4 to 117 lbs. I was very sad about this. But then after using the product for 3 weeks, my weight went back down and has been at a steady 115 for the past 4 days. One thing to note is, I don't exercise because I'm super lazy and I sit on my butt all day at work. So as far as burning fat, I have no idea. But I can tell you that when I take this twice a day, I haven't been getting my afternoon snack cravings, which has been very nice.
If you would like to learn more about this product or are interested in ordering, you can find it on Amazon here.
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The second product I am going to review this week is Joyal Beauty® Retinol Serum- BEST Anti-aging Serum
Joyal Beauty Retinol Correcting Serum
I have been testing out several different serums lately so I can provide my honest opinion about how well I think they work. This particular serum from Joyal Beauty actually contains 1% Retinol, which is actually a step up from the other serums I have been testing.
According to the manufacturer this serum is meant to improve skin tone and reduce dullness, brighten dark circles and age spots, and prevent deep wrinkles and cellulite. It is also 100% Fragrance-Free and colorant-free, Paraben-Free,SLS-Free, and non-irritating. I like that is is not tested on animals and made in the USA.
This serum is actually pretty thick. I found that it works best for me when I pump 2 small 1/2 pumps into my hand the serum into my hand before applying the product. I show you how I apply it in the video below (sorry you have to see me without makeup again).
My husband, who shot the video, asked me afterwards "Why didn't you just use 1 whole pump?" That is an excellent point. And I don't really know why. But I think with the way the pressure of the pump action works, I get the right amount of product this way. Then I use my finger to apply the serum to my face. You can really feel it tingle as it dries. To be honest, I haven't noticed a ton of improvement. My jowls look better, and my crows feet look a little lighter. But I think you really need to use the product for a longer period of time to really start seeing the results. From what I understand, your skin has to get acclimated to Retinol. I'm still going to finish up the bottle and possibly report back after the product has been used up.
If you would like to learn more or order this product on Amazon, you can find it by clicking here.
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Have you tried Garcinia Cambogia for weight loss? What is your favorite beauty serum? I'd love to hear from you!
Thank you for reading and stay tuned for my next blog where I review free stuff for the home and family.
Since signing up on Tomoson.com, I have been getting so many freebies! But getting free stuff comes with responsibility. People want to know how the products work and the companies who sponsor the products want you to publicize your honest reviews.
I never expected to get so many cool free things so quickly after signing up, and I'm loving every minute of it! So to keep up with the review deadlines I am breaking them up into weekly posts. Here is the 2nd installment of Amazing Beauty and Health freebies for June.
Disclaimer: I received all products featured on this blog free for testing purposes and unbiased evaluation.
First up this week is Oz Naturals Vitamin C Serum.
Vitamin C Anti-Aging Serum from Oz Naturals
I'm a big fan of serums. I first started using them about 6 months ago and I have seen a big difference in my skin. Over the years, I have started accumulating freckles on my face (ok, now they are called age spots, but whatever). Since using serums, the "freckles" have gotten lighter and many have actually disappeared. That is why I was really looking forward to trying this serum from Oz Naturals.
According to Oz Naturals this product:
"Naturally stimulates collagen creation.
Hydrates and moisturizes skin
Helps nourish cells allowing skin to heal naturally
Naturally lifts and firms
Made in the USA in our FDA certified facility
No Parabens, No Alcohol
Antioxidant formula protects skin from environmental stressors"
At the time of this post, I have been using the product for two weeks. I can tell you that this serum is very light and spreads quickly. I like this because it makes it really easy to apply. You can just put a dropper full in the palm of your hand and rub the entire lot on your face and neck. It tingles as it dries and once it is dry it makes my skin feel firmer and tighter. I can really see a difference in my complexion. It looks much more even, gives it a healthy glow, and I'm not even that embarrassed to be seen without makeup anymore. I can't wait to see what it does after a month!
If you are interested in purchasing this product you can find it here. And you can save $$ with the following coupon codes for their entire product line.
Click on the picture to see the coupon codes
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Next up is this awesome Brush-On Liquid Mineral Makeup from Faces Beautiful.
Brush-On Makeup from Faces Beautiful
Foundation is the most important tool in my beauty arsenal. But I am lazy and don't really care for glass bottles that you have to shake and dot onto your skin. I prefer something quick and easy that goes on fast and spreads quickly. For daytime use, I typically wear BB creams because they are natural looking and blend into your skin like moisturizer. But I have one bottle of foundation that is my absolute favorite that I use for special occasions and it is L'Oreal Visible Lift brush on liquid foundation. I have never seen any other foundations with that type of applicator at the drug stores that I shop at. So when I saw this product featured on Tomoson, I immediately signed up to review it. I am basing my opinion on how this product compares to the L'Oreal brand.
The best thing about this brush on make up from Faces Beautiful is the application. You just squeeze the tube and a little bit of the make up comes out onto the brush. You only need a tiny bit, then you just brush it onto your face. It spreads beautifully and seamlessly. Just make sure to blend your brush strokes together. While you don't have to use your hands, I always do just to make sure it gets blended into all of the nooks and crannies and it doesn't feel as heavy on my skin that way. You can see in my video below how easy it is to apply.
I also love that it is mineral make up, which is generally better for your skin. It contains Titanium Dioxide, which is a natural sun protectant, although sunscreen is still recommended. And it's also water resistant, which means I can sweat in the AZ heat and it lasts all day. I have noticed that throughout the course of the day, it doesn't cake into my pores and fine lines like the L'Oreal brand does. It looks fresh all day long. This is a definite plus!
The cons: It only comes in 3 colors. Healthy Nude, Radiant Beige, and Sun Glow. I am none of these. I really need a shade called ghostly pale, but I don't think they would sell a lot of make up with that name. But out of the 3 choices, I chose the Radiant Beige and it was a just a tad too dark for my skin. Also the retail cost of $40 is a bit out of my price range. But then again, I'm cheap as you already know.
Other than that, I REALLY love this make up. I just wish it came in a lighter shade and wasn't so expensive. It is currently available on their website at the link here FacesBeautiful.com
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Have you signed up for Tomoson yet? You can read more about how it works on my page here. What kinds of freebies have you gotten this month? Comments and questions are always welcome.
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