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YSL Touche Eclat Blur Primer and Blur Perfector – Influenster Voxbox

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A few weeks ago I received a box in the mail that I was very excited to get.  Let’s face it – anything from Yves Saint Laurent is a treat for me and I couldn’t wait to test out the new Touche Eclat Blur Primer and Blur Perfector compliments of Influenster.  Adorn with the signature YSL gold and packaging, the new Touche Eclat duo looked as great in the packaging as it did in all its glory.

YSL Touche Eclat Blur Primer and Blur Perfector - Influenster Voxbox

The Touche Eclat Blue Primer is a clear gel like product with gold reflects suspended though out.  I received the mini which includes 0.33 fl.oz. worth of product, however the full size includes 1.0 fl.oz. and retails for $52.00.  The blur primer is an illuminating primer that blurs imperfections and boosts the radiance of your foundation.  Like most primers – it preps the skin for foundation application, creating an improved – refined appearance and minimizing the look of pores, improving skin texture making it feel smoother and evening out the skin tone.  This product is packed with four nourishing oils – corn oil, apricot kernel oil, passiflora oil, and rice bran oil which all help to make the skin feel soft without a greasy residue.  It is packed with blur technology, the primer provides a subtle, golden shimmer for gorgeous and ultimate luminosity.

YSL Touche Eclat Blur Primer and Blur Perfector - Influenster Voxbox

Since I don’t use foundation or concealer, I wasn’t sure how much this product would work for me since everything that I read states that it helps with foundation.  However, I did notice a difference in how my skin looks after applying the primer as well as how my face products like blush, bronzer and highlight have a longer staying power.  Since I tend to bathe in highlighter, I also found that when I apply it to my cheek bones, it looks flawless and I barely notice my pores.  I also like that my powder or cream products apply so smoothly and evenly giving my face the look of even skin tone and overall a glowy and healthy appearance.  This product is non-comedogenic and suitable for all skintones and sensitive skin.

The primer has a gel like type of consistency but as soon as it hits the skin, it reminds me of silicone primers I have used in the past.  It applies smoothly and evenly and as it is blended onto the skin, it has a soft and baby powder like feel to touch.  It dries quickly and instantly and leaves your skin feeling soft and I love that it is not sticky and it doesn’t feel heavy on my skin.  Most importantly – I haven’t had any reactions or flareups with my sensitive skin which is a BONUS.  I honestly think that once I am done with the mini I received through Influenster, I will be looking into purchasing the full size.

YSL Touche Eclat Blur Primer and Blur Perfector - Influenster Voxbox

The next product I got in the Voxbox from Influenster was the Touche Eclat Blur Perfector compact to perfect skin while retaining its luminous glow.  I was very excited to get a full sized sample of the Blur Perfector.  With a Net Wt. of 0.33oz and retailing for $55.00 – I was ecstatic to add this to my beauty arsenal.  The perfector is portable and packaged in a sleek and gorgeous compact.  This is Yves Saint Laurent’s first ever blur perfector encased within a compact and it’s gorgeous.  This product transforms from a balm to a powder upon application to soften the skin’s imperfections – creating a transparent yet subtle rosy-glow effect.  You can use this product alone or as an allover complexion perfector, to set your makeup or as a mattifying touch up to get rid of shine and hide imperfections.  What’s awesome is that it is a universal shade that will compliment all skin types and instantly minimizes the look of pores so that the skin feels smoother and the complexion appears even.  The blur perfector is also non-comedogenic and ideal for all skin tones and skin types.

YSL Touche Eclat Blur Primer and Blur Perfector - Influenster Voxbox

The first time I tried this product, the results it gave me as well as the feel and texture reminded me of my beloved Mally Evercolor Poreless Face Defender.  While a tad bit sticky to touch – it blends out easily and turns into a powdery like texture that feels great against the skin.  It kind of me reminds me of an odd-like almost sticky wax – if that makes any sense.  This product works well to help give your face a matte finish and I love when I’m using a cream blush because applying this product on top keeps it in place all day.  I haven’t used the sponge to apply the product yet and have been applying with my fingers – creature of habit I guess.  While I do like the matte like effect it gives and it does keep some of my blush on all day – I think that it doesn’t help blur my imperfections on my face as well as the primer does.  However, used in combination over a BB cream or CC Cream, I did notice that it gave my face an almost airbrushed effect and I liked it.

YSL Touche Eclat Blur Primer and Blur Perfector - Influenster Voxbox

In the photo above, I am using the Touche Eclat Blur Primer and Perfector.  I noticed my blush, bronzer and highlight lasted for hours that day and my skin felt very nice and soft.

Overall – I’m pretty impressed with both products and I’m very thankful I was given this opportunity to try both of them out.  While I think I would definitely repurchase the full size of the Blur Primer, I may not repurchase the blur perfector since it is a similar cost to my Mally Pore Defender and I much more prefer that over the YSL.  The packaging on each is gorgeous and very lux for sure.  You can purchase these products on the YSL website or at Sephora, Nordstroms and other retailers that carry the brand.

Thank you Influenster for including me in this Voxbox.  Have you tried any of these products before and if so – what are your thoughts?  If not, have you tried similar products on the market?  What are they and what are your favorites?  Don’t forget to stop by my video and check it out.

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Disclaimer:  The products mentioned in this post were sent to my courtesy of Influenster and the Influenster Voxbox.  While I have received these for free for review and consideration – all thoughts are my own and 100% honest and unbiased.  I was not compensated monetarily to provide this review.

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Review – TowelLab 100% Microfiber Cleaning Cloth

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If you have been here before, then you know from time to time I have random reviews on products I enjoy.  Today is no exception.  About a month ago I received the TowelLab 100% Microfiber Cleaning Cloth in the mail for consideration of review.  I’m not gonna lie, I was excited to try these out because you can find a huge stack of microfiber towels in our linen closet.  My husband uses them to polish and dry our cars and I love drying dishes with them or cleaning surfaces.  They work better than your standard dish towel when it comes to drying dishes and I especially use them to clean my television screen which is an LCD (a good/clean microfiber cloth should remove most finger prints and add a little distilled water and you can clean off any stains, etc.)  The options for use with these are endless.  I even stash a few away in my beauty area to help with removing makeup or cleaning my brushes.

Review - TowelLab 100% Microfiber Cleaning Cloth

Like most Microfiber Towerls, these have the same feel and texture.  The are engineered by TowelLab and are ideal for kitchen use, screen and windows.  They are 6x lighter than a standard towel (major plus) and dry 4x faster.  I especially like that they are anti-bacterial as they are treated for odor prevention.  They are really soft and make it ideal for using on the skin, which I like.  Each set comes with a total of 4 TowelLab clothes that are machine washable and can be reused  hundreds of times.  I have washed and dried mine many many times without any problems and they are still soft and durable.  These are lint-free (woohoo) and offer streak-free cleaning.  They are non-abrasive and won’t scratch surfaces, paints or clear coats (which make it ideal for cleaning the car).

You get 4 towels that are 12″x 12″ in size and are made of a 100% Microfiber that has a blend of 80/20 polyester / polyamide.  What’s awesome is that these are affordable – retailing for about $18 regular priced but on sale right now for $8.  That is a steal considering the costs my husband and I have paid on for other microfiber towels on the market.

If you have a touch screen phone as I do, these make great cloths to clean the screen with and I find that the use for these towels are ever growing.  You can purchase your set here: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00X6T5SJA or check out more information if you so choose.

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Having Fun and Staying Active With Limm Jump Rope

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While staying active and getting much needed exercise can be a challenge for anyone, I find that the best way to incorporate it all into my daily life with my family is to do something fun that keeps us moving.  Walking is a great way for my family to stay active because we enjoy walking our neighborhood or going on nature hikes to find awesome flora and fauna or new bugs we can discuss and research when we get home.  We also love to part take in sports and swim but lately we have been enjoying a little jump rope fun in our lives.  The Limm Jump Rope is a recent addition to our active lifestyle and gives us the opportunity to not only get in some much needed cardio but also have a lot of fun with each other.

Having Fun and Staying Active With Limm Jump Rope

So – you may be saying… What’s so great about this jump rope versus any other?  Well, here’s the deal… this jump rope has a precise ball bearing system that ensure that the rope will turn smoothly and precisely while you are jumping.  It makes it easy to maneuver and use.  When you are working out or just having fun you definitely don’t want a rope that tangles every so many jumps and with the Limm Jump Rope – we never have that issue.  We can jump several rotations and we are usually the ones that stop the rope – not the rope that stops us from jumping due to tangling.  Another awesome thing we love about this rope is that it has an exclusive feature inside of the handles.  This plastic piece is engineered so that you can adjust the length of the rope using your hands and doing so safely without injuring yourself.  This is great for both my son and my husband and I as we are all different heights and can adjust the rope to fit our needs whenever we decide we want to use it.  The rubber of the rope is durable and strong and it makes a great tool for a heavy and intense workout.  This jump rope can hold up to the use and is perfect for us to use as a family or for our workouts.

Caught him mid air… Using the #LimmJumpRope. #exercise #jump #myboy

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While a traditional workout is definitely suggested in any situation, sometimes we need something fun for my kids to take part in it. Like I mentioned previously – we love our walks because it allows us to not only get in some cardio, but also allows us to explore the World and our surroundings.  With an addition of a jump rope to that mix, the boys, my husband and I now have something else we can take part in that is not only fun, but offers a great deal of exercise and no matter how it’s done – you get a great workout.

This jump rope is light weight so if you are looking for something that is suitable for men, women and children – I think you’ll enjoy this one.  As I mentioned before, it doesn’t tangle easily or at all so continuous jumping is easy.   While I don’t consider this a toy – I do like to use this for my twins who are 5.  My husband and I or my eldest and I will hold each end of the rope and allow the boys to jump and it is fun for them as well.  Fun and exercise for the whole family!  Again, adjusting the height for the rope was EASY and we enjoy this product tremendously.

You also get a 100% guarantee from Limm.  Try the Limm Jump Rope for 60 days and if during that time you don’t love the comfort, quality and don’t feel it is worth every penny – they will provide you with a full refund – no questions asked.  Honestly though… I have used quite a bit of jump ropes in my time and I must say – this is a really nice one for the price.  Oh – did I even mention the cost?  It is $18.89 on their Amazon store site but currently on sale for less than $14.  Even at it’s full price – I still consider it a steal considering some of the others I have purchased from sports and fitness stores cost more and lacks the same quality.

Having Fun and Staying Active With Limm Jump Rope

 

Do you include jump roping into your exercise routine?  If not – is it something you would consider doing?  I believe it is fun and still offers a great workout so I surely suggest it.

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Disclaimer:  This product was sent to me for review/consideration.  All opinions and thoughts are my own and 100% honest and unbiased.  While I did receive the product for free, I was not paid or monetarily compensated to provide my thoughts on this product.

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Review – Total Renu Turmeric Curcumin Dietary Supplement

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I have discussed my husband’s aches and pains in previous posts and have mentioned before that we have him on different joint and inflammation support supplements to help with such.  But, about 10 months ago he injured his wrist at work and I have been on the hunt to try and get a product for him to use that can help him so that he doesn’t need to take pain medication but has some form of relief.  We have tried different Turmeric supplements and find that it is a great dietary supplement additive to take to help not only with inflammation, but for heart health and healthy joint maintenance.   Recently my husband has started taking Total Renu Turmeric Curcumin as a part of his health supplements.  Taken as a part of his daily supplement regimen, this product helps with anti-inflammatory properties and with inflammation and joint pain.

Review - Total Renu Turmeric Curcumin Dietary Supplement

This yellow/orange pigment of turmeric – Curcumin powder is a potent diarylheptanoid and its medicinal effectiveness has been proven and published in over 5600 peer-reviewed medical studies.

  • TAKE ADVANTAGE OF TURMERIC’S POWERFUL ANTI-INFLAMMATORY PROPERTIES, to help with your rheumatoid arthritis, inflammation and joint pain. The yellow or orange pigment of turmeric, Curcumin powder is a potent diarylheptanoid, and its medicinal effectiveness has been proven and published in over 5,600 peer-reviewed medical studies. Curcumin’s anti-inflammatory effects have been shown to be similar to hydrocortisone, phenylbutazone, and Motrin, without the toxic effects.
  • A HOLISTIC SOLUTION TO HELP WITH: Arthritis of the knees and back, joint inflammation, various forms of inflammation, pain management, Fibromyalgia, Psoriatic Arthritis pain, sore muscles, sinus pressure, migraines, bruises, and athletic injuries.
  • PROVEN TO BOOST IMMUNITY. Turmeric acts as a powerful anti-oxidant, improving the health of cell membranes, making cells more resistant to infection, malignancies, and skin problems. Also improving digestive health, Turmeric is a great supplement to stimulate liver bile production, encourage cleansing, and improve the body’s ability to digest fats and excrete toxins.
  • A GREAT WEIGHT MANAGEMENT TOOL, Turmeric has been compared with leading cholesterol medications and proven effective. By boosting your burn rate, is can help regulate your metabolism to reduce fat storage and free you to be more active by giving you more energy.
  • TURMERIC IS AN ANCIENT REMEDY that has been in use for thousands of years, and was used in ancient cultures to heal a variety of ailments. In today’s time, it is a prized supplement, used to ease various types of pain and soreness, boost immunity by strengthening cells, and to lower stress by reducing blood pressure.

Review - Total Renu Turmeric Curcumin Dietary Supplement

Overall – while the capsule on this product is fairly large, it was still easy to swallow.  With continued use it will help with joint problems and overall health.  The price point is nice and affordable which makes contributing to your health a breeze.  I definitely suggest this supplement to anyone looking for something to help with their joint pains or overall issues they may be experiencing with their health.

Have you tried similar supplements or Tumeric as a part of your dietary supplements?  If so, what are your thoughts and opinions on this product?

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Disclaimer:  This product was sent to me for review / consideration purposes.  All opinions are my own and 100% honest and unbiased and I was not paid to provide my review or thoughts on this product.

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Thicker, Longer, Beautiful Hair – My Hair Story With Hair La Vie

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Thicker, Longer, Beautiful Hair - My Hair Story With Hair La Vie

Being born and raised in Hawaii, I have had long hair my entire life.  In my teen years, my hair was so long it came down to my knees.  It’s a part of my culture and having danced Hula for most of my childhood, it was kind of a necessity.  After having my eldest son (11 years ago), I noticed that my hair started thinning and was not as strong as it use to be in my younger years.  Then, having my twins almost 6 years ago left my hair in disarray and my hair was not only thinning near my hair line, but it was weak and it shed a lot.  I have also caused severe damage to my locks with excessive bleaching and processing, which caused my hair to be brittle as well.  Over the years I have tried many things to help with my hair – not necessarily for the growth of it since my hair grows quickly naturally, but to help with the strengthening of my locks.  While some worked, some didn’t and I continued on my hair journey to find the supplements, natural tonics and formulas that would help.  About 9 months ago I started using Hair La Vie Revitalizing Hair Blend and have noticed a huge difference in  how my hair feels, looks and how strong it is.  Today, I’m sharing with you my Hair Story and how Hair La Vie helped my hair journey.

Thicker, Longer, Beautiful Hair - My Hair Story With Hair La Vie

Over the last year I have been taking Hair La Vie from La Muse.  While I do not take it consistently, I probably have taken a total of 4 bottles over the course of the last 8 months or so,  I have tried to incorporate into my daily supplements.  This product is easy to swallow since it comes in a capsule that makes taking it simple and I take two capsules a day – one in the morning and one in the evening.  The pill is rather large, but swallowing it has never been an issue for me.  With ingredients like Vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, B6, Biotin and Folic Acid (to name a few), Hair La Vie offers a wide variety of beneficial ingredients to help promote longer, fuller hair with faster results.  My hair naturally grows quickly, so I do not necessarily notice much growth with this product, but I do notice how strong and full my hair has become over the last several months.

Thicker, Longer, Beautiful Hair - My Hair Story With Hair La Vie

Hair La Vie is formulated to be an all-natural product, with clinically proven ingredients.  It helps to repair and stimulate your hair’s growth from the inside out and leaves you with longer, fuller hair that grows faster than ever before.  This product is perfect for hair that has been cut too short, is damaged (like mine is from all the bleaching) and thinning or balding (which I have been experiencing from past pregnancies).  My hair not only looks and feels fuller and healthy but I love that I’m not pulling my hair out of the shower drain because I’ve noticed a huge decrease in shedding.

  • 20 all-natural, clinically proven ingredients
  • 1370mg proprietary active ingredient blend (highest on the market)
  • 5000mcg biotin (most competitors have 2500 or lower)
  • No synthetic fillers, binders, or additives

Last week I chopped off about 6 inches from my hair to allow for it to be healthy again and my curls to be revived.  After taking Hair La Vie the last month, I noticed that my hair is looking fuller once again and areas where my hair was thinning after pregnancy now look fuller.  While my hair grows rather quickly – I chop off about 6 inches every 4 months and it grows almost as fast, I noticed that over the years my hair shed a lot and my locks were not as thick as they once were due to pregnancy, age and just overall health and weather.  With the assistance of Hair La Vie, my locks are now stronger, have more bounce and are thicker and healthy looking.  I even noticed that my hair is much shinier than before.  My biggest improvement is the growth along the hair line.  Near my hair line by my temples of my head, I was experiencing receding after having my twins.  Thinning and receding were discussed in previous posts and you could noticeably see that there was a bald spot.  Look at the photo below… do you see a bald spot?  My hair line is full and filled in and where I had noticeable receding over the years is now but a memory – THANK YOU HAIR LA VIE.  This is the ONLY product that I have used that has filled in my hair line completely – after only 2 months of consistent use.  I noticed after the first month that my receding hair line was less visible and now two months after the constant use of Hair La Vie, I don’t even notice the bald spots and you wouldn’t either.

Thicker, Longer, Beautiful Hair - My Hair Story With Hair La Vie
This photo was taken after I cut my hair recently.

Hair La Vie Revitalizing Hair Blend is affordable.  I have tried different supplements that can retail for quite a hefty cost but that is not the case as a 30 day supply is just $39 and they offer discounts if you buy more than one.  Since I’ve noticed such a huge improvement in my hair, I will definitely continue using Hair La Vie to keep my hair looking and feeling healthy and to encourage healthy growth and strong locks.  I hope I can continue to keep Hair La Vie in my beauty regimen to promote healthy hair in my life.  Again, I have tried many products as well as taking regular Biotin, but Hair La Vie is my absolutely favorite.

Have you tried Hair La Vie products before?  If not, what hair supplements have you taken and have they worked for you in the past?

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Disclaimer:  The products discussed in this post were sent to me for review and feature consideration.  All thoughts are my own and 100% honest and unbiased and while I did receive products for free, I was not compensated to provide my thoughts.

 

 

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