Super Foods Everyday Review

A collection of more than 60 dishes that showcase super foods--ingredients from kale and seaweed to cocoa and avocado that are brimming with vitamins, minerals, and disease-fighting nutrients.

Discover the health-boosting benefits of foods like kale, cauliflower, blueberries, and dark chocolate.
Find the perfect ingredients to help protect against cancer, lower blood pressure and cholesterol, and improve your overall health. Energize your day with easy-to-follow, nutrient-dense, and tasty recipes.
Learn simple ways to incorporate fiber-rich super foods into your diet every day.

There are only a few opening pages to read in this book and then it's right to the recipes. The pictures that are included are lovely and make the food come alive on each page. I like how the author gives the prep time needed, what super foods are included in each recipe along with the health benefits as well. Most of the ingredients are things that are easily findable so I like that. These recipes are not specific to gluten or dairy free but I'm sure for those that have intolerances, most of the recipes can be modified. Recipes include selections for breakfast, side dishes, salads, soups, sweet items, baked goods, and main dishes, so something for everyone at all times of the day.

With these types of recipes there are a lot of seeds and nuts included so make sure you have your dental floss or toothpick ready. Besides that, yum!

I received a free copy of this book from Blogging for Books, for my honest review

Ultimate Skin Repair & Hydration Combo | Valentia True Glow Eye Cream & Ultra Plumping Hydration Mask

I really enjoyed the vitamin C serum, and was interested in trying more products from this brand. As a brand, I've been impressed with Valentia because they use mostly natural ingredients, 98% natural ingredients for both of these products, and they are cruelty free! I've been fairly conscious of ingredients in my products for a while now, and I am becoming more are more aware of cruelty free products.



First up is the Valentia True Glow Eye Cream.

Claims:

• Reduces wrinkles
• Nourishes and hydrates
• Tightens
• Brightens dark circles
• Restores radiance
• Key ingredients: astanxanthin, resistem, vitamin C, rosehip oil, arnica

This is an eye cream that can be used morning and night. It comes in an amber glass bottle with a pump. One pump is enough to apply around both eyes. It has a slight citrus smell, but it's not strong at all. The first thing I noticed about this eye cream is that it absorbs and dries quickly. Makeup applies over it without any disruption. It feels like it tightens a little bit as it dries but not in a way that's uncomfortable. Right before I started using this, I had an irritated patch of skin right under one of my eyebrows. It wasn't painful, but it was red and flaky. I discovered that my eyelid was becoming irritated from an exfoliating face wash that had been regularly making it's way onto my eyelid in the shower. I began using this eye cream around that time, and I am pleased to say that it did not sting or cause any extra irritation to an already irritated area. 

Next, I have the Valentia Ultra Plumping Hydration Mask.

Claims:

Boosts collagen production

Increases skin radiance

Reduces fine lines

Secures skin moisture

Key ingredients: green tea, aloe vera, rosehip seed oil, silk protein amino acids, botanical hyaluronic acid, sea buckthorn oil

Hydrating masks are still a bit new to me. Most of the masks that I have used have been clay masks or some kind of clarifying mask to reduce oil and breakouts. This mask is not that kind of mask. When I first opened the jar, the mask looked like yellow goo. This gel mask has a bit of a scent to it, and from looking at the ingredients, I think it's supposed to be acai berry. Even though the mask is yellow, it applies clear. You can leave it on from 15 to 30 minutes before washing it off. There is a bit of a tingling sensation, but it's not anything like a chemical exfoliant. I notice it a little bit at first, and then it goes away. When I wash it off, I notice that my skin looks more plumped and moisturized. I really like using this in the morning if I have time, so my skin will look more hydrated throughout the day.

OZ naturals Super Youth Eye gel review

Recently I noticed fine lines appearing around my eyes. I tried several eye gels, from drugstore to high-end brands and wasn't really happy with my results. I was researching online for the best eye gels and came across this one. I quickly recognized the main ingredients and decided to give it a try. I love that a tiny bit of it goes a long way and that it doesn't feel sticky at all! I have been using [it] morning and night, and in the mornings I'm able to put makeup on top of it with no problem at all! I've noticed that my eyes are not as puffy when I wake up...and my face appears refreshed [as if I've] finally had a good night of sleep. Love it and will continue to use it."

This lightweight gel is loaded with soothing and nourishing ingredients including aloe vera, jojoba oil, and hyaluronic acid. Plus, it's cruelty-free, 75% organic, and doesn't have any trace of parabens, sulfates, or alcohol — so you can slather it on to your heart's content. I was sent this product complimentary for review purposes through brand backer in exchange for an honest review.

Matrix 6 Mega Bright Eye Gel Review

Attention Beauty Lovers! I have a new product to review for you! I have totally been loving the OZ Naturals line and when I saw they released a new eye gel I just had to try it. I am a huge skincare lover and I love any skincare products that are formulated for the eye area. The eyes are one of the first places that show signs of aging. Therefore, it is important to take care of this area. I love that this eye gel is suppose to help with dark circles. I have dark circles and love eye gels/creams that help this issue. Onto the review!

OZ Naturals says this about the product (from OZ Naturals):

OZ NATURALS POWER-PACKED EYE GEL is loaded with cutting edge ingredients that produce results.
THIS SUPERIOR FORMULA contains Matrixyl Synthe’6, known for its wrinkle lifting effects which helps to reduce the appearance of crow’s feet and forehead lines.
A 2ND KEY INGREDIENT, HALOXYL, is an anti-inflammatory that helps diminish and fade the appearance of dark circles with repeated use.
A 3RD KEY INGREDIENT, CAFFEINE, reduces puffiness; Hyaluronic Acid attracts moisture, and Apple Stem Cells protect skin and help preserve a more youthful look.

MADE IN THE USA in a state of the art FDA registered facility, OZ Naturals formulates some of the most effective anti-aging products on the market.


Review:
After a few days I noticed my dark circles were significantly diminished, but the best part was my eyes were brighter and the morning puffiness was gone. Puffiness is a huge problem for me, especially in the morning. I can’t say too much about wrinkles because I don’t have any (thank goodness), but I hope to prevent them by using Matrix 6. Aside from being effective, this eye gel is very affordable with a price tag of $19.95. I own some very expensive eye creams with results that aren’t nearly as effective as Matrix 6. I would absolutely recommend this product to anyone experiencing dark circles or puffiness, I am telling you that this stuff does work! Just follow your regular routine and apply after your toner, serum, and or moisturizer.

Pros:

• Feel it working (tightening sensation)
• Sinks into the skin quickly
• Inexpensive
• Natural

Cons:

• None

If you are interested in purchasing Oz Naturals Matrix 6 Mega Bright Eye Gel, you can find it here.
Oz Naturals guarantees all of their products for 30 days!!


Disclosure: I received Oz Naturals Matrix 6 Mega Bright Eye Gel in exchange for an honest review. As always, this review 100% honest and my own.

Have you tried this or any Oz Naturals products? Please feel free to give me some lip below.

Oz Naturals Tinted Moisturizer 30 SPF Sunscreen - Review

Product Description from OZ Naturals

Using sun protection on a daily basis to keep skin healthy and youthful should be part of a regular regimen. Our formula provides broad spectrum protection from the sun�s harmful UVA/UVB rays, as well as moisturizes skin with scientifically advanced actives. Utilizing the highly stable and reflective properties of Zinc Oxide, with the natural UV diluting qualities of Octyl Methoxycinnamate, our formula offers broad-spectrum UV coverage. This silky moisturizing sunscreen should be applied as a daily barrier alone, underneath makeup, at the beach, and during other outdoor activities.


Find it on Amazon here




My Review The Oz Naturals Tinted Moisturizer with 30 SPF Sunscreen is great for use on my face. The tinted moisturizer blends it great with my skin. It comes in a 2 FL OZ tube and is a broad spectrum sunscreen. I have been using this on my face which can be sensitive to some products. This sunscreen does not give me any issues. It contains Zinc Oxide which naturally has reflective properties to help protect from the harmful sun’s rays. I was at a collage football game this weekend sitting in the stands. It was cool out but the sun still has power in October. I burn easily. I applied the tinted moisturizer under my makeup. I did miss a spot by my hair line so I know it worked well on where I applied it. Saved my face from turning red. As an avid blogger, I received this product in exchange for my honest review. All opinions expressed are 100% my own and in no way influenced. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally.

Impress Manicure Review

I had the chance to try out imPRESS Manicure, which is perfect for busy mom’s, people with hectic schedules, or those who cannot afford weekly salon visits. Pressure Sensitive Adhesive eliminate the wait time, as well as glue and acetone-soak removal. There are a variety of colors, designs, and accent nails to choose from, no hassle, and no damage to natural nails. The great thing about these nails is that no glue is required, so it takes less time to get them on, then continue with your day. There is no drying time, no mess, and the adhesive is long-wear.


Press on nails were my favorite as as a teenager, so I couldn’t wait to try these out, and I was intrigued with the no glue aspect because I have never heard of this type of product before. These are an easy option with no mess, which I loved. I received the red nails in the above photo, as well as the design Simmer, which can be found here.

Now I know some maybe skeptical because no glue is involved, but imPRESS adhesive technology was 6 years in the making to make it safe, and long-lasting. When applied properly, and in full-contact with your natural nail, the press-on manicures can last up to a week. Each package comes with 24 nails in 12 sizes for each hand to allow proper fit for varying nail width’s, and with any extra nails that are not used, you can save to mix-and-match with other designs or colors.
Between sizing my nails, prepping the nails, and applying the right size, it took no more than fifteen minutes. I had a small difficulty in finding right sizes because my nails are a bit odd in width and size. But that aside, it was a quick and easy process!

No complicated process, easy to apply, and a great choice over the glue options available. After a week of wear, my imPRESS manicure was still in place, and I began to get used to long nails again. I decided to pick up another design for the fall since I was impressed, and it is called Night Fever, which can be viewed here.


Now you can find imPRESS Manicures at your local CVS, Walgreens, Walmart, Rite Aid, Target, and Kmart. They retail anywhere from $5.99 to $7.99, depending on where you purchase them. Check out imPRESS Manicure on their website, here.


I received this product for testing and reviewing purposes.

I had the chance to try out imPRESS Manicure, which is perfect for busy mom’s, people with hectic schedules, or those who cannot afford weekly salon visits. Pressure Sensitive Adhesive eliminate the wait time, as well as glue and acetone-soak removal. There are a variety of colors, designs, and accent nails to choose from, no hassle, and no damage to natural nails.

The great thing about these nails is that no glue is required, so it takes less time to get them on, then continue with your day. There is no drying time, no mess, and the adhesive is long-wear. Press on nails were my favorite as as a teenager, so I couldn’t wait to try these out, and I was intrigued with the no glue aspect because I have never heard of this type of product before. These are an easy option with no mess, which I loved. I received the red nails in the above photo, as well as the design Simmer, which can be found here.

Now I know some maybe skeptical because no glue is involved, but imPRESS adhesive technology was 6 years in the making to make it safe, and long-lasting. When applied properly, and in full-contact with your natural nail, the press-on manicures can last up to a week. Each package comes with 24 nails in 12 sizes for each hand to allow proper fit for varying nail width’s, and with any extra nails that are not used, you can save to mix-and-match with other designs or colors. Between sizing my nails, prepping the nails, and applying the right size, it took no more than fifteen minutes. I had a small difficulty in finding right sizes because my nails are a bit odd in width and size. But that aside, it was a quick and easy process! No complicated process, easy to apply, and a great choice over the glue options available.

After a week of wear, my imPRESS manicure was still in place, and I began to get used to long nails again. I decided to pick up another design for the fall since I was impressed, and it is called Night Fever, which can be viewed here.

Now you can find imPRESS Manicures at your local CVS, Walgreens, Walmart, Rite Aid, Target, and Kmart. They retail anywhere from $5.99 to $7.99, depending on where you purchase them. Check out imPRESS Manicure on their website, here.

I received this product for testing and reviewing purposes.