Sano Naturals

Vitamin C Serum -


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Again, I like the dropper.  It is easy to use and apply as much or little as you want.  The first time I used this product, I applied about 4 drops in the palm on my hand and then applied it to my face and neck.  I noticed right away that it was light and odorless.  It really didn't feel like I had even put anything on my face.  After it dried however my face felt a little tight.  The 4 drops was more than enough to cover my face and neck and I decided to use a little less the next time. 

I like that it is versatile and can be used either alone or with a moisturizer. It is light and absorbs quickly.  However, I was not a fan of how my face felt when I applied foundation on top of this serum.  It's probably just me but my face felt a little sticky.  For that reason, I will most likely only use this product before bed. 

Sano Naturals Vitamin C serum uses an "organic herbal infusion and hyaluronic acid organic aloe."  This product does not contain alcohol, or any added fragrance. 

I have been using this product daily for about a month now and I can see a noticeable difference in my dark circles.  It also has seemed to brighten and even out my skin tone. 

Vitamin C Cream Eye Gel -

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I have to say I'm not a fan of the slight cucumber smell.  The smell isn't overwhelming and seems to dissipate after it dries which is nice.  With that being said, I love the product itself!  It feels smooth and silky on.  The eye gel has a slight cooling or tingling feeling when applied to the eye area.  It has
brighten and even calmed the area around my eyes.  I also have used this product on my forehead area and I feel it has helped to smooth and hydrate that area as well. 
I love this product!  I am excited to see the benefits with prolonged use of this eye gel. 

Thank you Sano Naturals for these wonderful products!  If you want to try these products go to http://www.amazon.com/Vitamin-Hyaluronic-Oxidation-Collagen-Boosting/dp/B00HOHLKY2/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top?ie=UTF8



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Firework Cosmetics

Handcrafted Mineral Eyeshadow -
2 oz./$8.00

I love this eyeshadow! I have never used an eyeshadow that is so soft and silky.  It is easy to apply, goes on smooth and looks gorgeous on.  I love that this eyeshadow really last a long time, even by the end of the day I could still tell it was on. 
If your anything like me, your always on the look out for an eyeshadow color that is different from the rest.  I have found that with Firework cosmetics.  They offer over 70 amazing and unique colors of mineral eyeshadows.  That's impressive!  I wanted to try every color, however I had to choose a few.  The colors I choose were Enchated, Cinnamon, Copper Sparkle, Emerald, Icy Wisteria and Smokey Topaz. 

The colors in the sample packages are pretty but you really have to apply the shadow to understand just how vibrant they are.  Here are some swatches of the eyeshadows I received.

These mineral eyeshadows are handcrafted and have "No Talc, Corn Starch or Bismuth Oxychloride."  They are perfect for everyday or for a night out.  I am definitely hooked!  Thank you Firework Cosmetics!

Check out these amazing mineral eyeshadows as well as other products on their website at
http://fireworkscosmetics.com/  Enter the coupon code Reba and receive 10% off your order!  Coupon valid until November 22, 2014!

Disclaimer: I received this product in exchange for a review.  Regardless, I have provided a true review of this product and will only recommend products I believe will be good for my readers. 

Raven Hill Botanicals

Rejuvenate Essential Hand and Body Lotion -

2 oz./$7.00

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First off, I love the smell.  It makes me happy!  Secondly, if you are anything like me, you have used a lot of different hand lotions.  The difference with this lotion is that it isn't greasy at all and it absorbs easily.  Have you ever put lotion on your hands and then had a hard time trying to open something because the lotion is still greasy?  This lotion is not like that, it absorbs quickly yet it leaves hands soft and silky.  
This lotion has some amazing ingredients including hemp, jojoba, sweet almond, argan, coconut, and avocado oils and shea butter. 
The effects and the smell both last a long time.  I did reapply after washing my hands but I didn't mind using more.  I recommend this product and will be looking to try other hand and body products from Raven Hill Botanicals!

Euphoria Exquisite Body Butter -

2 oz./$9.00

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This body butter smelled a bit too musky to me at first.  However, after putting it on my skin the smell changed slightly to more of a sweet smell.  I can have a sensitivity to certain smells but once this body butter is absorbed it doesn't smell too strong.  I love that it is thick, creamy and truly exquisite.  It is a wonderful treat for my skin. 
My trouble spots such as the area right around my ankles just soaked this body butter right up.  My skin was left smooth and deeply moisturized.  This product is definitely worth a try!





Peppermint Lip Balm -
.15 oz./$3.00

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There are two things I especially love this time of year, lippies and peppermint!  The packaging is simple and cute.  I couldn't wait to try this lip balm! 
The peppermint smells great, just like I had hoped for.  This lip balm goes on smooth and lasts longer than I thought it would.  Even after eating I could still feel the soothing effect from this lip balm.  It, unlike lip gloss, really makes a difference on my dry chapped lips.  I love gloss for the color and the shine but this product is far above a simple gloss.  It provides protection from the elements and actually heals lips.  It is gentle and natural.  My son has a hard time with chapped lips especially during this time of year.  He was using Blistex which works but seems too harsh to me.  I let him try this lip balm and it worked just as well and doesn't have that sting to it like Blistex does.  I can't say enough about this peppermint lip balm! 

Herbal Healing Salve -
1 oz./$6.00

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This salve is truly an all around amazing product.  It can be used for a variety of things from a hand salve to insect bites.  I am so in love with this product!  As a mother of 4, there is always something a need to have a salve like this on hand.  I have used it regularly for my hands and cuticles which are to say the least always dry and cracked.  I also adore this product because it is gentle, and effective on my daughters slight eczema spots.  It has been soothing and has provided healing moisture without being harsh.  I love knowing that this product, unlike other over the counter creams for eczema, will not leave a discoloration of the skin. 
I will be buying at least one more so I can have one with me on the go and one at home.  I definitely recommend this product, especially to anyone with kids. Thank you Raven Hill Botanicals!


If you would like to check out any of these products go to http://www.ravenhillbotanicals.com/
You won't be disappointed!

Disclaimer: I received this product in exchange for a review.  Regardless, I have provided a true review of this product and will only recommend products I believe will be good for my readers. 

Annmarie Gianni

Annmarie Gianni makes "all natural, organic skin care made from wild-crafted ingredients."   I received the getaway sample kit from Annmarie Gianni. 



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Aloe Herb Facial Cleanser -
50 ml./$24.95

The scent is nice and not too strong which I love.  This product is Gluten free and vegan.  This cleanser is also pH balanced.  I didn't understand what the big deal was about having a pH balanced cleanser until now.  Here is the basics in case you don't know already.  Basically if a cleanser is to alkaline it will strip essential oils off your skin, and if a cleanser isn't alkaline enough it really won't get your skin clean.  With that being said most cleansers, to my surprise, are in fact pH balanced.  Interesting and something to keep in mind!
 Many cleansers I have tried are either too harsh or don't help to remove make up.  This cleanser is gentle yet strong enough to remove dirt, oil, dead skin and even makeup.  It washes off easily and really leaves skin fresh, clean and hydrated.  I also really like that you don't have to use very much to get a good clean result.  The longer it lasts the better, right?
Overall, I was impressed with this cleanser and it is definitely worth a try!

Dead Sea Facial Scrub -
50 ml./$39.95

I love this product!  To me, it smells slightly like lavender which is soothing.  I used this scrub in the shower as a gentle way to exfoliate.  It works great and again isn't too harsh.  It feels like it really gave my skin a deep clean leaving behind soft and supple skin.  I have never tried a dead sea product before now.  After seeing the many benefits first hand, I can understand why products containing dead sea minerals are sought after by so many. 
I don't think this is a product I will use everyday.  I will likely use it a couple times a week as a special treat for my face!

Repair Serum -
15 ml./$54.95

This serum is high in Vitamin C and has essential oils of lavender and sandlewood.  It also has stem cells derived from oranges, and Superoxide dismutase which is an antioxidant.  Vitamin C and Superoxide dismutase have been used in skin care products as antioxidants that slow free-radical damage. 
This definitely is a favorite product of mine.  Due to having sensitive skin, I have used this product mainly on my dark spots.  It makes my skin soft and has made a slight difference in my sun spots already.  I'm excited to see the difference in my skin with continued and prolonged use of this product. 

Herbal Facial Oil -
15 ml./$37.95

This product has great all natural ingredients, is Gluten-free and vegan! It absorbs easily which makes it a versatile moisturizer that can be used both day and night.  It is great for people with sensitive skin. 
It has a floral scent but is not overwhelming.  I have used this product nearly everyday since opening it.  It is light, not greasy and best of all has made the red area on my chin not so noticeable.  A little goes a long ways which again is great!

Ayurvedic Facial Scrub -
50 ml./$29.95

I was surprised to open this and see that it was a powder.  It becomes a paste when you mix it with water.  It honestly smells like I'm in the kitchen and not in the shower.  That is not a bad thing but it was a surprise to me.  It is definitely different that any other scrub I have ever tried on my face. 
Now what is ayurvedic?  I didn't know the answer to that question, so I did some research.  Ayur means life and veda means knowledge.  This principle came from India originally and is the belief "that health and wellness depend on a delicate balance between the mind, body and spirit."  Me personally, I love that idea!
This facial scrub is gentle but it works great!  It applies easily and washes clean.  Best of all, it really soothes my trouble areas and leaves my skin looking great!

Neroli Toning Mist -
50 ml./$27.95

I like the smell, it is slightly floral but yet clean.  I love the mist, it is light and easy to apply.  "Neroli has been used as a mood enhancer to calm the soul and as an aphrodisiac."  It soothes and lifts your spirits.
My skin feels nourished.  I didn't use a toner much prior to receiving this product and now I know what I was missing.  I feel the use of this toner has made my skin look smooth and less red on my nose and chin.

Coconut Body Oil -
100 ml./$29.95

I have always been a huge fan of anything coconut so I absolutely couldn't wait to try this product.  The smells is great and it lasts all day.  I love that it absorbs well which again makes it versatile for day or night.  This product is great to use as a daily moisturizer.  It helps relieve dry flaky winter skin and also helps to protect from further damage. 
I have not used this product for anything other than a moisturizer but I love the thought of using it as a massage oil.  I think it would instill a sense of calm and double as a nourishing massage oil. 
If you love coconut products as much as I do, I definitely recommend this product!

Purifying Mud Mask -
50 ml./$39.95

I don't use masks very often.  When I think of a mask, I think of a thick heavy paste that dries crusty and is hard to remove.  Reluctantly I went ahead and tried this mask anyways.  I was surprised that it isn't heavy like I imagined.  It smells good which is a nice change.  I like that it comes in a powder and you mix it with water to apply.  I could feel it tighten as it dried on my skin but it wasn't as hard to remove as I remember other masks being.  Once I washed this mask off, my skin felt dry like it had stripped my skin of dirt and dead skin.  I will not use this product all the time because it does make my sensitive skin very dry.  I will instead use this product occasionally to remove impurities.

I am so impressed with the products I received from Annmarie Gianni!   Go to http://www.annmariegianni.com/ to check out all the wonderful products available.  The website and customer service is excellent and offers some helpful tips and tricks to using each product.  Thank you Annmarie Gianni!

Disclaimer: I received this product in exchange for a review.  Regardless, I have provided a true review of this product and will only recommend products I believe will be good for my readers. 

Vino Aria Wine Aerator

Vino Aria Aerator
$19.77

This wine aerator is nice.  I have never used an aerator before but after trying this product I will always use this product now.  I love the classy packaging.  This product is made well and fit the bottle I had very well.  There is a rubber stopper which I think helps it fit snug and keeps it from leaking.  I used this product on a bottle of Barefoot Mascato.  This wine is not expensive and I can say I definitely noticed a difference in the taste and smoothness of the wine.  It is easy to use, just pop it in and pour away.  I also love that it is easy to clean and store.  I am very happy with this product.  I will be buying another for a gift.

 If you are interested in this product, you can buy it here http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00L1IELQE/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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JoMaMi's Creations

Almond Sugar Scrub - 
8 oz./$13.00

This sugar scrub smells great.  If you like almond products, you will love this sugar scrub.  When I opened the tub, I was surprised to see how thick and creamy this sugar scrub is.  As weird as it may sound, I used this product just on one leg the first time.  I really just wanted to test it out and see what the difference was.  I am happy to say I used this almond sugar scrub to exfoliate my leg.  It rinses of easily and left my skin feeling very soft.  I could easily tell a difference in the texture of my skin.  The leg I used this product on was silky and felt moisturized.  I am very happy with this product.  The results last a long time also.  I even went swimming with my daughter that same night and even after swimming and showering again I could still feel a difference between the leg I used this sugar scrub on that the one I did not.  Pretty impressive!

Handcrafted Almond Body Cream -
8 oz./$16.00

I love this body cream.  Again, it smells great and the scent lasts a long time.  I also really like that this product is good for sensitive skin, gentle enough for me to use on my daughter!  The best thing is the moisture this product provides my skin.  It contains both almond and jojoba oils which really keep your skin feeling soft and smooth all day.  This almond body cream will be perfect for when the weather gets cold.  I would love to try one of their other scents also, lemongrass or mango. 

Both of these products from JoMaMi's Creations are Paraben free, mineral oil free, and cruelty free. 

If you are interested in trying these products, visit the website at http://www.jomamiscreations.com/

Disclaimer: I received this product in exchange for a review.  Regardless, I have provided a true review of this product and will only recommend products I believe will be good for my readers. 

Morea Naturals

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Hyaluronic Acid Age Delay Serum with Vitamin C and Green Tea
1.7 oz./$14.99

My first thought when I got this product was that it sounds very harsh, it sounds like it would burn my skin.  So, what is hyaluronic acid?  I asked myself the same question so I decided to do a little research.  I was surprised to find that hyaluronic acid is actually "a naturally occurring carbohydrate in the human body."  It is found in large amounts in between skin cells, and in the fluids in the eyes and joints.  As your body ages, it produces less hyaluronic acid.  Using a serum that contains hyaluronic acid is one of the ways to restore a youthful look and feel to your skin.

Now that I found out what this product is, it was time to try it out.  This product comes in a airless pump which makes for easy application.  When it comes out of the pump, it is a clear gel like substance.  It has a light and clean smell.  I applied a small amount to my face after showering and was pleasantly surprised.  This hyaluronic acid serum is not harsh at all.  It absorbs quickly and was light enough to apply foundation on top of. 

Morea Naturals Hyaluronic Acid Age Delay Serum also contains Vitamin C and Green Tea.  Vitamin C is an antioxidant which slows the rate of free-radical damage.  Green Tea is known for having many benefits for skin including reducing skin inflammation, and protection from UV radiation exposure. 

This product is also 72% organic, Paraben free and cruelty free.  Morea Naturals also offers 100% satisfaction money back guarantee. 

I have been using it day and night and have seen an improvement in texture of the skin, but even better than that I have had a sort of a glow restored to my complexion. 

If you want to try this product check it out now at http://www.amazon.com/BEST-Hyaluronic-Acid-Serum-Vitamin/dp/B00LWGCC84

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