Cover Girl Lip Slicks Review

Cover Girl Lip Slicks Review

 Give your lips sheer color and a shot of shine – or pump up the shine of your favorite lip color! 

This emollient-rich formula helps keep lips soft, moist, and feeling their best as it helps to protect. So say goodbye to dull lips, and hello to beautiful shine.

Nice, buildable coverage as seen above.  The bottom row is one swipe, then 2, and finally on top is 3 swipes across the skin.

Helps keeps lips soft and moist throughout
the day 

Product Review

      Let me first start by saying how much I really like this product.  The Covergirl Lipslicks have become my favorite tinted lip balms and balm in general.  I even prefer this over my EOS lip balms.  I use this almost every day of the week.   This is very moisturizing to your lips and I like that fact that it offers color as well.  The color is buildable without looking streaky.  It feels light on the lips and isn't sticky or tacky like some lip balms can be.  The Lipslicks look similar to a high shine lipstick or even a gloss.   You do have to reapply this after a while, but that's typical for most lip balms whether tinted or not.  I have gone out to eat before and actually had some of the product last through eating, which was a surprise because most don't last through the first couple of bites.  You do have to reapply this after throughout the day and after eating but that fact that any product was left again was a surpise to me.  

      This lip balm doesn't really have a scent, if anything it smells/tastes like the typical "glyceriney" taste/smell like some lip products have but this goes away in a few minutes.  I really like the shape of this.  Since the tip is slanted it makes application really easy, especially around the cupids bow area.  I also like how sleek and slim the packaging of this is.  It's slimmer than most lipsticks which makes it very portable.  The lid stays on really well so you don't have to worry about it popping off if you happen to drop it.  

      These are very affordable. The price does vary from store to store but after looking online I see that the price varies from $3.50-$6.00.  I definitely recommend the Cover Girl Lip Slicks to anyone.  Let me first warn you and say that once you try these, I think you'll definitely become hooked.  Also, if you aren't a fan of tinted lip balms, this is also available in a clear balm as well.  So please check them out and let me know what you think.

3/20/13 Couponing Freebies Haul

3/20/13 Couponing Freebies Haul

Photos of my Couponing Haul

Pedigree Bagged and Canned Dog Food, Purina Moist and Meaty Dog Food

Aussie Family Size Shampoo, Clairol Professional Shampoo, 2 Tums 8ct

 

Receipts

 

      Let me first start by saying that this is the first time I've really tried couponing so I'm quite proud of myself.  I started out by getting the Purina Moist and Meaty dog food at a local Family Dollar Store. They were $1 each so with the 2, $1 off Purina Coupons these were free. My state does have a 6% sales tax so I had to pay that even though the coupon covered the price of the item.  I'm not sure if you have to in every state that has a sales tax.  

      I then went to Wal-Mart because I had my coupon for 1 Free Aussie Product, so I knew what I wanted.  They were out of the Extreme Clean Shampoo/Conditioner combo so I got the Aussomely Clean 2 in 1.  I wanted to try and use my Pedigree coupons so I went to the pet section. After looking for what would be the best deal I found the Pedigree 3.5lb Healthy Longevity dog food on sale for $4, it's normally $5.  I used my $3 Pedigree coupon so I knew I would have to pay $1 there.  I then got the large 22oz can of dog food for $1.18 to use with my $1 off coupon.  That was another $0.18 I would have to pay. I could have gotten the $0.75 can but chose to get the larger one.  So this leaves me owings $1.18, I then got the 2 8ct packs of tums for $0.88. I had 2, $1 off coupons so that left me with $0.24 overage to take off the $1.18.  Add all the tax up on the other items and I paid $1.68 in total.  I'm quite proud of this one.

      Finally I needed to redeem my Free Clairol Professional Hair care coupon at my local Sally Beauty supply store.  This was normally $9.99, but was on sale for $6.99, but with the free coupon I paid nothing.  So long story "not so" short that's how I got all of the products above for $1.80 total after tax.
      If you have any questions or comments please feel free to comment below and I will do my best to answer them.  If you are interested in getting freebies feel free to check out my facebook page.  That is where I post and share the freebies I apply for.  I apply for the freebies first to make sure the link is working.  If they are I post the link on my Facebook page. This way my audience/followers aren't wasting their time following links with dead ends.  Since I apply for these first, I know the freebies I post are working at the time they're first posted.  If you would like to check out my Facebook page, here is the link below.  If you like what you see please hit the LIKE button so you can stay updated when I post new freebies. Have a great day.

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Freebie Haul 3/11/13-3/16/13

Freebie Haul 3/11/13-3/16/13

Tobacco Product Coupons

Freebies:  Camel 2 $2 off 1 pack of cigarettes, L&M Cigarettes 2 $1 off 1 pack any style L&M, Copenhagen $3.50 off a roll (choose any style Copenhagen)

 

 Atkins Quick Start Kit

 Freebies:  Quick Start Guide, Carb Counter Pocket Guide, $1 off Adkins Frozen Entree, 1 Meal Bar, 1 Breakfast Bar, 1 Snack Bar



 Magazine/Catalog

Freebies:  Farm Life Magazine, Wildseed Farms Catalog

Garnier Fructis Samples

  

Freebies:  Garnier Fructis Triple Nutrition Shampoo and Conditioner Sample, Garnier Fall Fight Shampoo and Conditioner Sample, $1 0ff Any Garnier Shampoo/Conditioner coupon

Poise Samples

  

Freebies:  Poise Hot Flash Comfort Body Cooling Towelettes 3pk, 2 samples Poise Daily Freshness Feminine Wash, $2.00 Poise Product coupon

Daily Sale Item

   

Freebie:  iPhone 5 Anti Glare Film

Peet's Coffee Sample

Freebie:  2.5oz (70g) sample of Peet's Anniversary Blend Coffee ( I really liked this and will be doing a review after I finish using all of it)

Celebrity Photos

Freebie:  You were suppose to get 1 but somehow I got all of these. ( Ashton Kutcher, Vince Vaughn, Elijah Wood, Anna Paquin, Charlie Sheen, Ralph Fiennes, Hector Elizondo, and Jennifer Beals)

Pet and Free Product Coupons

  

Freebies:  1 Free Clairol Professional Care and Styling Product coupon, 2 Save $1 on 1 pkg of Purina dry or semi moist pet food, any size or variety, Pedigree $3 off one bag dog food, 12 pkof canned dog food, or treat, Pedigree $1 off one bag dog food, 1 can dog food, 1 treat

Mario Badescu Samples

Freebies:  Mario Badescu Product Guide, Product Application Guide, Samples of Drying Mask, Botanical Facial Gel, Ceramide Herbal Eye Cream, Aloe Moisturizer SPF 15, Special Cucumber Lotion, Kiwi Face Scrub ( I will be doing a review of these once I've tried them out )

Closeup Photo of the Samples

  

       These are all the freebies I got in the mail last week. Not as much as the week before but it will vary depending on what freebies are offered during the week and how long it takes for the companies to ship them out.  Last week was a slow week for freebies.  I will definitely be doing a review of the Peet's Anniversary Blend Coffee and of the Mario Badescu samples.  If there is anything else you would like to know or see a review on please comment below and let me know.  Also feel free to share what freebies you got this week. Its always good to see what everyone else received as well. As always  have a great day and take care..

GVP Volumizing Root Lifter Review

GVP Volumizing Root Lifter Review

GVP Volumizing Root Lifter: Compare to: Matrix Amplify Volumizing System Root Lifter

       
      GVP Volumizing Root Lifter gives you medium to firm control while providing weightless, humidty-resistant body. For all hair types. This root lifter is virtually weightless which will eliminate the problem of having heavy, gunky hair.

 

      Will protect against frizzies caused by humidity and will keep frizz at bay for an extended time. A special directional nozzle applicator allows application right where lift is needed. Give your hair body without the build up.

Designed to increase the thickness and diameter of your hair.

• Directional nozzle applicator
• Weightless humidity-resistant body
• Medium to firm control
• For all hair types

 

 

Product Review

 
      The Generic Value Products line was formed, because a group of experienced chemists and marketing personnel knew they could produce a product as good as the higher priced quality name brands. The GVP is a generic version of the Matrix Amplify Volumizing System Root Lifter.  I haven't tried the Matrix one so I can't do a comparison of them.  

      This is  my favorite product for adding volume to my hair.  I use this product on damp or dry hair.  I spray this close to the root of my hair, and usually focus on the crown of my head.  After applying this I flip my hair over and blow dry it while my head is upside down.  I brush my hair while its upside down to help direct the hair forward so that when I flip it over I get the most volume.  If I I use this on dry hair and I let it air dry or hit it with the dryer for a few seconds.  While I'm drying it I pick up the hair at my crown and brush it forward to over direct it towards my forehead.  Its the same concept as flipping my head over except its easier.

      This product works really well with my hair. I have oily hair, which means that usually within 12-14 hours after washing my hair it's starting to look oily.  This  doesn't make my head dry or itchy as I've heard some people say that root lifter can sometimes do.  It has a kind of fruity hair spray/gel smell. The smell isn't that strong and fades after the product dries.

      I really like the size of this bottle. It's 8.5 fl. oz/251 ML.  So you get a good amount of product that lasts a long time b/c you don't have to use a lot to get the desired effect.  Also as you can see in the picture of the nozzle above, it's different than your typical spray nozzle.  It dispenses and disperses the right amount of product in the right place.  This retails for $7.79 a bottle and if you have a Sally Beauty Beauty Club Card it is discounted to $6.99.

       I definitely recommend you stop by your local Sally Beauty supply store and check this out. The GVP line has a large selection of products at really affordable prices (especially compared to the price of the original) so I'm sure if you don't like this you'll fine one that works for you.

TRESemme Fresh Start Dry Shampoo Review

TRESemme Fresh Start Dry Shampoo for Oily/Straight to Normal Hair Review

      Transform limp, lifeless locks into healthy, full-bodied hair when you skip a shampoo. The Mineral Clay and Citrus formula removes oil and odor that weighs hair down, so you can have instant salon-quality volume without a drop of water.

  

How it Works

• Formulated with Mineral Clay, seeks out and absorbs oil, injecting hair with instant salon-gorgeous volume
• Citrus Extracts including formula, eliminate odor, infusing hair with a fresh, clean scent
• Using Fresh Start to revive style instead of a shampoo helps preserve color and keep it looking fresh

About the Collection

      Rock salon-gorgeous style even on the second day with the Fresh Start Collection—a complete line of dry shampoos that helps revive your style’s beautiful look and feel if you skip a shampoo. Now you can get a when-you-need-it fresh take on your style, no water necessary.

Photo screenshot from Tresemme.com

 Fresh Start Dry Shampoo Varieties 

      The Tresemme Fresh Start Dry Shampoo Collection contains 4 different dry shampoos that each focus on a specific type of hair. These are the

• Fresh Start Color Care Dry Shampoo
• Fresh Start Volumizing Dry Shampoo
• Fresh Start Strengthening Dry Shampoo
• Fresh Start Smoothing Dry Shampoo 

Product Review 
     I have used this product for a while now and think that for a dry shampoo its OK.  Its nothing to brag about, atleast from my experience.  It states that this shampoo is for oily hair and that I have but it may work better for someone whose hair doesn't get as oily mine does.  Sadly my hair gets/looks oily about 12-14 hours after I wash it.  This sprays out more like a hair spray than a dry powder. It dries quickly and and doesnt leave behind a white residue (unless of course you spray a lot in one place).  I use this as a volumizing spray.  After my hair is dry I spray this around my crown and work it in with my fingers. It gives my hair a bit of texture and helps me build up a lot of volume.  I like using this after I've dried my hair b/c it doesn't leave it stiff or oily looking like some mousse/volumizing sprays do.  Also since its made to absorb oil it doesn't make it look oily.
       This retails between $4-$6 (5.7oz bottle) depending on where you purchase it from.  This lasts a while depending on how much you use at a time so its a decent price for the amount. Of course I would like it a lot more if it actually absorbed some of the oilyness from my hair like I had expected it would, but I'm fine using it as a volumizing spray. I probably won't repurchase this particular dry shampoo from Tresemme but want to try the other 3 they have.      
      Even though this doesn't work well as a dry shampoo for my hair I would recommend it to someone who has normal/dry hair.  If you have oily hair I would recommend you use maybe try another brand such as Dove or Batiste as I've heard good things about both. I'll be trying both in the near future so be on the lookout for a review of those as well...




 

Schick Xtreme3 Razor Review

Schick Xtreme3 Razor Review

Breathe In the Hawaiian Tropics 

Indulge your senses while shaving with our NEW Hawaiian Tropic disposable razor for women.

The first scented razor handle launched by Schick is infused with a delightful coconut scent.

 
Xtreme 3 for Women has a new handle design for improved comfort & control.

 

 
Lubrication strip containing Aloe, Vitamin E & Jojoba, with fresh Kiwi & Coral coloured handles.

 

Product Review

 

       If you watch my video above I give a pretty in depth review of this razor. For those of you who don't/can't view the video I'll do a quick review now.

      I purchased these razors about a month ago at my local Wal-Mart.  When I bought the Schick Xtreme 3 Hawaiian Tropic scented razors they were on sale for either BOGO free or you got 2 packs for $6 and some change.  These retail for $4.87 for a 4pk.  

      The Schick Xtreme 3 razors are available in 4 other styles aside from the Hawaiian Tropic scented handled razors.  These are:

• Schick Xtreme 3 Sensitive For Women
• Schick Xtreme 3 Sensitive For Men 
• Schick Xtreme 3 Fitsyle Refresh 
• NEW Schick Extreme 3 Eco which is made from 100% recycled plastic

       These are 3 blade razors. I feel that they do a pretty good job for being only a 3 blade razor.  I have fine hair so these razors last me 1-2 weeks.  The moisturizing strip at the top of the 3 blades contains Aloe, Vitamen E, and Jojoba oil.  I don't feel that this strip moisturizes as good as some of the other razors I've used. I wouldn't recommend using it by itself. I always use shaving cream or body wash regardless of the razor though.

      I really like the shape of these razors. They are very ergonomically shaped so they fit your hand nicely.  They have the "non slip" texture on them so they don't slip from your hands easily.  I don't really like the Hawaiian Tropic smell but with the shower going its not that bad. One of my favorite parts about the razor is the guard. It is the one you have to grip the "wings " for it to come off so I find that even when I drop it, the guard doesn't come off. This razor is also pretty durable as I have dropped them and they haven't broken in 2 as one of the razor brands I tried a while back did.

      Overall I give these razors a 4/5 rating. I don't care a lot for the scent and they aren't as moisturizing as some I've tried but the main reason is simply b/c I prefer a 5 blade razor and how much closer of a shave a 5 blade gives you. With this razor I find the next morning-afternoon I already have stubble where as with a 5 blade I don't have stubble until the next evening.  These razors a quite affordable so I recommend you at least check them out and give them a try.  If you don't like the scent of these they do offer the others listed above.