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Medline Remedy Phytoplex Skin Cream and Protectant Wipes Review

Medline Remedy Phytoplex Skin Cream and Protectant Wipes Review

When we are young we do not consider that the hands, hair and body we have is the only one we are given, and this must make it last in the best condition possible.

I am a crafter, and as a crafter I end up washing my hands many times, and this can cause them to dry and crack. It also happens when I do not drink enough water. As I have approached the age I am currently (almost 6 months into 40) I realize that keeping my skin and hands healthy is paramount next to my internal health.

I have done previous reviews for Shoplet in the past and each time I discover a useful item and this product review is no different.

I was sent Medline Remedy Phytoplex Nourishing Skin Protectant Barrier Cream Cloths and Medline Remedy Phytoplex Nourishing Skin Cream – Moisturizer.

The Medline Remedy Phytoplex Nourishing Skin Protectant Barrier Cream Cloths are thick and soft clothes. The clothes come or pre-moistened but that they are not sopping wet, but rather nicely moistened. The clothes leave skin feeling clean and moisturized and the cloths are non-irritating, non-sensitizing and have been pediatrician and dermatologist tested. The only precaution is that these are NOT flushable, so keep that in mind when using them. Each package has 8 thick pre-moistened cloths per package.

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Castile Soap Monthly Subscription Review

CastileSoap.com Monthly Subscription Review and Giveaway

Back in the early 2000’s I was having issues with adult acne, and other blemishes on my otherwise flawless face and while searching for remedies, Castile Soap was suggested to me. At the time, I had never heard of castile soap or where to even locate it. As luck would have it, there was a small supply at our local retail store.

I purchased a simple bar of castile soap and within a couple of days of use, I discovered that my blemishes cleared up and my skin overall looked healthier. I continued my daily use of this new “wonder” soap and as time passed it was as though my face went back in time. As I have aged about a decade since that discovery, I am now finding those old issues cropping up.

Since these issues are cropping up again, I began looking for a comparable castile soap to replace my formerly beloved bars. In my searching I came across a company by the name of CastileSoap.com. CastileSoap.com specialized in only castile soap based soaps. while utilizing other natural and essential oils to add benefit to each bar. Castile Soap is not only bio-degradable but also organic, and contains no harsh elements, and it is safe to use on children and pets!

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The Beehive by Infusion Organique Review

The Beehive Candle and Lotion Review and Giveaway

One of my favorite scents is Lemon, well not just scent but also lemon flavor anything. I went on a chain of meals that consisted of lemon chicken and nothing else. I felt bad for my husband Jason that his pallet was not receiving any sort of flavor stimulation. Flavor aside, I love the freshness of a good lemon scent and will usually purchase the item in question.

Back in July I had the opportunity to review Infusion Organique by Cosmetix West. The candle that I reviewed remains one of my favorite candles, and is only burned on special occasions. When I was doing my research for that review I saw that they had a couple different brands under the Cosmetix West umbrella – one of them being “The Beehive“.

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NeoCell: Biotin Bursts Review

NeoCell: Biotin Bursts Review and Giveaway

I have always wanted longer hair and especially longer nails. I have more hair than most people my age and while I do not have the nails I desire, I do see growth when I forget I have the habit of biting them. Throughout the years I have tried to stop biting my nails, but as soon as they get long enough to begin showing any signs of growth, that is time I start chewing. I know this habit is not an attractive one, and I have begun the process of breaking this habit. Since I am breaking this habit I have began looking for a vitamin or supplement that would assist me in not only my nail growth but my hair growth also.

As luck would have it, right around the time I made this promise to myself I got the opportunity to review NeoCell Labratories Biotin Bursts Chewable’s in Acai Berry flavor.

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Soap.club Monthly Subscription Review

Soap.club Monthly Subscription Review and Giveaway

As we travel through this crazy path we call life, we are met with a lot of unknowns. When we are children our parents try to tell us to appreciate life, and that one day you will wake up 40 and wondering where the last 20 years went.

I have always thought that it is important to have memories and moments. For many people they have the ability to turn those moments into not only memories but something more tangible. I love hearing the stories behind a company – what makes them start, why did they chose now to take this leap and where do they want to end up.

When I find companies that are inspired by moments and memories rather than the alternative, it always gets my attention – Soap.club has done just that. Soap.club is a small family run soap business. The business was inspired while the founding couple was on vacation on the Hawaiian Islands. While there they saw soap making in its purest form and set out to create this same soap. Soap.club uses sustainable ingredient sourcing and achieving ethical trade partnerships.

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ToGoSpa Society Monthly Subscription Box Review

Let me start by saying that the products featured in this post were provided to me free of charge courtesy of ToGoSpa This post may have affiliate links but this in no way will influence the review to follow and all opinions are my own. Prices listed are subject to change without notice.

ToGoSpa Society Monthly Subscription Box – Review & Giveaway

I have mentioned in the past that I grew up with a single father. While this had many advantages there was also disadvantages. I grew up thinking that I might be missing the “girly” gene. I seemed to not be interested in fashion – I was happy in my spandex pants and hyper-color shirts. I was not interested in make-up instead sticking to one type of liquid foundation and powder into my early 20’s. The other thing that was lacking in my life was “spa days”.

I always heard of my female counterparts spending all of their Saturdays at the spa. The before prom preparations always included the typical “spa-day” for my peers but not for me. I spent the day of prom and dances having breakfast with my father, the afternoon at a friends house and then when only 45 minutes remained until pick up time I would get ready.

I always have wanted to do a “spa-day”, yet the cost always seemed quite prohibitive and seemed a long day out, despite there being a world-class day spa practically in my back yard. I am happy to say that I may have finally been able to get the “spa” experience in the comfort of my home with ToGoSpa’s Society Monthly Subscription Box.

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Udderly Naked Goat Milk Soap Holiday 2015 Giveaway!

UDDERLY NAKED GOAT MILK SOAP GIVEAWAY!!!

I have mentioned that I love artisan soap and this soap is no different. I had the opportunity to review Udderly Naked Goat Milk Soap back in April. Since April I have been swapping this out on a rotating basis with other soaps and love it each time I use it!

I am also happy to share with you all that Udderly Naked’s Pumpkin Pie Soap recently won the Best in Show at the American Dairy Goat Association’s bath competition show – so help me in congratulating Wendy and Udderly Naked Goat Milk Soap!

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Savannah Bee Company Review

Savannah Bee Company Review and Giveaway

I am a fan of honey- the best is when at the bottom of hot tea the hunk of honey! My father swears by Manuka honey from everything from scratches to burns. Jason and I are much more skeptical and tend to buck against fads and the like, which honey tends to fall into. The reality is that once I began looking at all the things that honey can be used for, I am left wondering if there is anything that honey can NOT do?

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The Brush Naked Bamboo Toothbrush Holiday Giveaway!!

The Brush Naked Bamboo Toothbrush Holiday Giveaway!!

Back in August I had the opportunity to review The Brush Naked Toothbrush Company and their toothbrushes. At that time the toothbrushes were made of 100% bamboo and unfortunately due to manufacturing issues the company can no longer guarantee that the bristles are bamboo but instead are now made of a polymer and in the future will be made with a BPA-Free Du-Pont Nylon. While the bristles are not biodegradable, the handle is still made of 100% bamboo and the packaging is still recyclable and compostable.

See my previous review here.

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Zotos Professional 180PRO Review

Zotos Professional 180PRO Review and Giveaway

I have been lucky, overall, with my hair over the years. Despite my constant drastic coloring changes and my near constant perming when I was young, my hair looks good today. I am lucky that a “hair” over 40 my hair looks good.

The one major complaint that I have is I have always had a problem with frizz. When I was young I mistakenly brushed my hair with a perm (I will pause for you to imagine that), and I believed once I stopped that foolish practice I would no longer suffer from frizz. Since I am all about the honesty, I will say that it looked as though I stuck my finger in a light socket!

Since I still have frizzy hair most days, I am constantly looking for something that will keep the shine but remove the frizz. I was recently sent a new combination system that might just help the frizz – Zotos Professionals Smooth + Soft Recovery Discovery Kit.

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