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Lorac Mega Pro 3 Palette – Review and Swatches

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Oh my gosh, I hope I’m not too late in posting this or that Lorac decides that they will do another release for more palettes before the year is up.  But, today I wanted to share with you my thoughts, swatches and so much more on the Lorac Mega Pro 3 Palette.  This Limited Edition release had me drooling because I’m a huge fan of Lorac Pro Palettes and the quality of the shadows.  I own Lorac Mega Pro 1 and 2 so skipping out on this one was not the choice I was allowing myself to make.  Besides, I had been really good with expenditures all year this 2016, so I felt I deserved to pick this baby up and enjoy.  I also didn’t get my hands on Lorac Pro 3 palette so I figured that I would get Mega Pro 3 and be one happy camper.  For the third year in a row, I set my alarm to pick this baby up as soon as it was released, so I’ve actually had this palette in my possession now for just about 3 weeks and I’m finally ready to share my thoughts with all of you.

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Let’s take a look at this beauty shall we?  First of all, the packaging is gorgeous and sports that metallic lettering on the front of the palette itself.  I love that Rose Gold and it absolutely has stolen my heart.  The palette itself is white… hmmmm… yes, I did say it – WHITE!  It’s not ideal considering my other palettes are dark blue and red, and white can be a challenge to clean, but nonetheless, I digress… it’s not preferred, but I’ll try to make it work. haha!

Like the other Mega Pro palettes, the Mega Pro 3 sports that cardboard packaging, thin and compact considering the palette itself is HUGE.  I like that Carol & Lorac kept with the themes of the others and created a signature look to keep within the family.  The lid seals magnetically (fairly well if I might add) and all of the shades within the palette are laid out the same as the others, with their names listed below each color (one of my favorite things about these palettes).

This palette sports 32 shades with the top two rows being the matte shadows (16 total) and the bottom two rows being the metallic and shimmery shades (16 total).  This palette is quite different from some of the others as there are only two repeat shades in this palette and the others are all new and exclusive to the Mega Pro 3.

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When it comes to designing the functionality of a palette, I think Lorac really has it going for them.  I love that each palettes has the shades laid out from light to dark – left to right.  This makes it easy to create a look and a great way to lay the colors on your eyes – your highlights being on the left, transition and crease shades towards the middle and crease and outer v towards the ends.  You can also pick and choose any color you want to place on the lid.  It’s definitely a great selection and the color range is something I love.

There are a lot of different neutral tones in this palette with a few pops of color.  I’m definitely in love with each shade because these are the types of shades I tend to gravitate to often.  The palette mainly consists of warm tones, but there are some cool tones within the palette which come together to make this a favorite of mine.

Let’s take a look at each shade in the palette, shall we?

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I’ve been getting a lot of use out of the bronze and brown shades in different variations of color.  Just like the other Lorac Pro palettes I own (currently in my possession I have Lorac Pro 1 and 2 and Mega Pro 1, 2 and now 3), the Lorac Mega Pro 3 offers you gorgeous and butter shades.  The mattes are very smooth and silky in texture and blend onto the lid like a dream.  I love the matte shades especially because while they are so soft and satin like, they are just enough color for me to use as a transition or blending shade, but still offer a punch of color when they need to be built up.  The shimmer and metallic shades are just as divine as others I have used from Lorac.  They are so buttery and soft, but they can kick up some dust, so be sure to tap off any excess on your brush and apply to the eyes with a patting motion instead of sweeping motion.

Jet Black is quite a bold shade, with a powdery kick up and really needs to be packed on to eliminate fall out, but it’s a gorgeous shade for an eye liner or in place of your traditional liner as well.  But, taking the time to familiarize yourself with the palette and how it works would be best, as I find that most of Lorac shadows offer a bit of fall out, but it’s worth it in the end for me, I love them.

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I don’t have an Ulta near me, so I had to order this charm online the day it was released.  I’m glad I made the purchase though, I’m seriously in love with this palette.  I know there are a lot of these types of palettes, neutrals I mean, on the market today – so finding one that offers your versatility and ease of use can be a challenge.  I’m sure there are similar shades to these in palettes I already owned, but remember… I said I needed to complete my collection and now I have the Trifecta.

I’m not sure if this palette is still available for sale in various Ulta stores, but I know it’s been sold out online through Ulta’s website for a minute now.  If you love neutral shades and are looking for a palette that offers it all, I definitely suggest snatching this up if you come across it in your local Ulta store.  If you can’t get your hands on this beauty, I’m so sorry – but I know I definitely had to share it with you – it’s gorgeous.

  • Cost of Lorac Mega Pro 3 – $59.00
  • Availability – Ulta Stores (if sold out), this is a Limited Edition item.

Have you had the opportunity to get your hands on the Lorac Mega Pro 3?  If so, what are your thoughts, if not – are you crushing on this palette?

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Exclusive Preview of Derma E’s New Packaging and My Thoughts on The Hydrating Day and Night Creams

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When it comes to skin care, I try a lot of different products and I do have my favorites from different brands.  With sensitive skin, I always find that there are a lot of brands that cause my skin to flare up, so I’m very particular with what I use.  One of the brands I do enjoy is Derma E.  Today I’m going to share with you some exciting news and a little info as well as my thoughts on their Derma E Hydrating Day and Night Creams.

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Derma E’s new packaging launched in September 2016 and I must say, I’m quite excited and loving the new design.  The products still offer the great quality we can expect from Derma E, with a sleek packaging quite different from what we are accustomed to.  With a new packaging design being rolled out through March 2017, you can expect to see this branding popping up in your favorite retailsers like Whole Foods, Sprouts, Ulta Beauty and many others.  There will be no compromising their great formulas – as you’ll still be getting their eco-ethical, non compromising formulas in a new packaging that is a stunner.  I honestly enjoy the fresh look of these, they look chic and branding is definitely on point.

To appeal 100% to their consumers, Derma E decided it was time to update their look and feel of the brand.  Their social sites, website, store displays and more will be changing (if they haven’t already) and you’ll notice the new branding through out.

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About the Brand:

Ethical Beauty – Since 1984, our passion for health, wellness and environmental sustainability has grown strong.  We have high ethical standards and never compromise on skin health and safety.  Our 100% vegan, cruelty-free formulas do not contain parabens, sodium lauryl sulfates, petrolatum, mineral oil, artificial colors, gluten, soy or GMO’s.  Now that’s honest-to-goodness skin care.  Purchases support global communities and the environment.  

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In the photo below, you can see how the old packaging (Derma E Hydrating Day Creme) compares to the new packaging (Derma E Hydrating Night Cream).  While the logos are similar, they still offer a very different feel than before.  I like how the new packaging really encompasses the lotus and offers branding that really is on par with the brand and their products.

I have used various products from Derma E in the past, but this is the first time I’ve had the opportunity to try the Hydrating Day and Night Creams.  I wanted to share my thoughts with you on these products and chit chat about how they have been working with my sensitive skin.

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The Derma E Hydrating Day Creme with Hyaluronic Acid offers my very dry skin Intensive rehydrating treatment in one use.  For just $29.50 you get 2 oz / 56 g worth of product that is perfect for dry to normal skin.  I love how thick this cream is.  It smooths onto the face nicely and offers my face the much needed moisture to keep from flare ups and irritations.  It is perfect to be used under your makeup and works well with other skin care products in my regimen.  The hydrating day cream helps to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles by replumping the skin with moisture.  With Hyaluronic Acid to deliver powerful hydration to help keep skin soft, smooth and youthful looking.  It also includes Vitamins A, C & E plus an antioxidant Green Tea to help protect the skin from environmental damage.

Ingredients: Purified Water (Aqua), Cetyl Alcohol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Stearic Acid, Glyceryl Stearate, Ceteareth 20, Sodium Hyaluronate (Hyaluronic Acid; Actimoist® Bio-1), Ascorbyl Palmitate (C-Ester), Panthenol (Provitamin B5), Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E), Retinyl Palmitate (Vitamin A), Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Extract, Organic Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract* (.1%), Organic Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract* (.1%), Organic Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil* (.1%), Titanium Dioxide, Allantoin, Polysorbate 60, Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Plumeria Blossom Fragrance. 

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The Derma E Hydrating Night Cream is especially great for my dry skin.  Retailing for $29.50 (2 oz / 56 g) you get a lot of product to help keep up with your skin care regimen.  The Hydrating Night Cream has Hyaluronic Acid and other beneficial ingredients (just like the day cream) to help keep your skin supple and moisturized.  Like the Hydrating Day Creme, the Night Cream is extra-rich and thick.  It offers intense hydration to help replenish all of the anti-aging moisture to your skin while you sleep.  The Vegan based Hyaluronic Acid replumps the skin to help reduce the appearance of dryness, fine lines and wrinkles.  And, the antioxidant rich Green Tea and enriching Vitamins A, C and E help to soften and smooth the look of dehydrated skin.

Ingredients: Purified Water (Aqua), Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Sodium Hyaluronate (Hyaluronic Acid; Actimoist® Bio-1), Ascorbyl Palmitate (C-Ester), Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E), Retinyl Palmitate (Vitamin A), Panthenol (Provitamin B5), Allantoin, Organic Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract* (.1%), Organic Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract* (.1%), Cetyl Alcohol, Stearyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, Xanthan Gum, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer (Aristoflex®), Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Plumeria Blossom Fragrance. 

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I’ve been using these two products now for about 3 1/2 weeks and combine them with other Derma E products I love.  With colder weather on its way to Hawaii, my skin tends to get drier and I am always in need of good moisturizers and creams to help keep my skin / face looking youthful.  Since I haven’t used these products before, I was not only intrigued to give them a whirl, but also impressed with how well they do work.

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I love moisturizing products that provide my skin with the much needed hydration they need, but that do not clog my pores or cause me to have any funky reactions.  That’s why I love Derma E products so much.  Used with other skin care that I love, I know that I’ll get the moisture I need, without sacrificing the quality I’ve come to expect.  Both creams smooth into my skin nicely and absorb quickly – but you must make sure that you do not use too much.  Since each of these creams are fairly thick, a light, thin layer is all you need.  If you naturally have oily skin, I think these creams may be a bit too thick for you, but for someone with dry skin like myself, they seem to work very well.  In my honest opinion though, I’m not too fond of the fragrance for both of these products, so I’m glad that once it soaks into my skin, I can’t smell it as much.  Living in Hawaii, Plumeria is something you smell often here, but since I now have sensitivities to fragrances, I find that it is a bit too strong for me.  Thankfully, it fades after a few minutes, but that also means I can’t use these products on days when my allergies are at its worst, because those few minutes – can seem like an eternity when I’m already sneezing like a mad woman.

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I enjoy the texture of both products and my skin loves them – it’s perfect for my dry Eczema prone skin.  Derma E products are fairly affordable and I love that I can walk into my local Whole Foods and pick up a few products when I need them.  There hasn’t really been a product I haven’t enjoyed from Derma E and any of them that I struggle with, I have learned to adapt according to my skin care and needs.  I’m loving the new packaging as well – while I’m a fan of purple and loved how they really were bold and bright, I think the new packaging offers a serenity to the brand and I enjoy it.

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So what about you?  Are you liking the new packaging / branding for Derma E?  Have you tried Derma E products before, and if so – what are your favorite products?

You can purchase Derma E products or learn more about their product line at: http://dermae.com/

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Lashes Layered to Perfection With Pixi Beauty

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When it comes to lashes, I’ve said it time and time again… but I really wasn’t included in that distribution.  I always joke around about it, but apparently I was absent when they were handing out long luscious lashes and I was left with what I have on my eyes now.  All kidding aside though, my lashes are small, thin and very difficult to see… so any type of product that can help enhance them naturally or give them a little more pizzazz, I’m up to trying.  Recently Pixi Beauty sent me some fun mascaras and lash products to give a go and today I’m sharing my thoughts with all of you on each one.  Let’s get started shall we?

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Over the years, I have tried several products from Pixi, but I don’t recall trying any of their mascaras, so this was quite exciting for me to give them a try and see how they worked for me.  I’ve had these mascaras now for over a month and I’m finally comfortable providing my thoughts on each one.

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Pixi products (like these mascaras) can be found online at Pixibeauty.com or via Target which is where I like to buy my Pixi products.  There are four mascaras that I had the opportunity to try.  The Black Lacquer Lash Primer, Lash Booster Mascara, Lengthy Fiber Mascara and Lower Lash Mascara.

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The Black Lacquer Lash Primer retails for $15.00 and comes in a jet black formula.  This lash primer is a multi-use product that helps to plump, protect and prep your lashes for your favorite mascara.  It has a thick mousse-like consistency which I like and it applies fairly easily to my lashes.  Since it has a smaller brush that has a curve, it easily gets to all of my itty bitty lashes and coats them nicely.  I like that this lash primer doesn’t irritate my eyes, since many primers can do so and it applies without any clumping.  This product works well with layering other lash products so I do enjoy it for that reason and it doesn’t smudge if used on its own.

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The Pixi Beauty Lash Booster Mascara retails for $15.00 as well.  It comes in Blackest Blue or Blackest Black (I have blackest blue) and while you could be a little worried about a blue mascara, it’s such a dark shade that it doesn’t look blue on the lashes.  The shade itself really brings out my brown eyes.  This mascara is said to be the “do-it-all” mascara that curls, defines, lengthens and thickens but leaves behind a glossy and waterproof finish.  It has a standard mascara wand, but one that is stiff, dense and small enough to coat all of my lashes for a showstopping look.

I love how my eyes sparkle with this mascara, it’s not a favorite, but it gets the job as the description promises.  Since I have pin straight and thin lashes, I do have to curl my lashes, but the formula of this mascara helps my lashes hold their curl.  It offers my lashes length and thickness without clumping and it doesn’t smudge, budge or move on me.  I will say though, I was pretty impressed at how easy this mascara came off with my micellar water.  Even if it is said to have a waterproof finish, I didn’t have to scrub my eyes to remove the product at the end of the day.

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The Lengthy Fiber Mascara retails for $16.00 and comes in a black formula.  This mascara enhances and elongates lashes with its fiber filled formulation.  I haven’t been a fan of fiber mascaras over the last couple of years because my eyes have been so sensitive, so I was a bit worried to try this one out.  Immediately after removing the want from it’s tube, I noticed the fibers on the brush (as you can see from the image above).  I was terribly worried that it would affect me and took my time applying this mascara.

With a few swipes of this mascara onto my lashes, I noticed a huge difference in how long my lashes had looked.  This mascara is a bit different than your traditional fiber mascara in that you apply it over another mascara, versus a traditional fiber mascara in that you apply it beneath a mascara.  Once I figured out how to get it to work, it seems to work fairly well.

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With any fiber mascara, it can irritate the eyes if the fibers poke your eyes or get into your waterline, but once I was able to figure out how to make it work for me, I haven’t had any issues and I really enjoy it.  My lashes look fuller and longer and while I did get irritation in my eyes the first time, now that I know how to apply it, I haven’t had any issues.

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Pixi Beauty’s Lower Lash Mascara retails for $11.00.  This mascara comes with a specialized slim brush that has short bristles to help effortlessly coat lower lashes and hard-to-reach small lashes.  It has a water-resistant formula which makes it great for the lower lashes and if formulated with vitamin E and panthenol to help the product stay all day – especially on sensitive and runny eyes like mine.

Since I have naturally short lashes, I find this mascara to be my favorite out of the four.  You never think you need a “lower lash” mascara but when you try this, you’ll surely see why it was created.  This mascara and brush wand help to really elongate my lower lashes and separate them easily.  This formula allows the mascara to stay all day without any smudging which I love, even with my water eyes and I love that I can use this mascara to help with clumping.  I apply one thin coat of this mascara to my upper lashes prior to my other mascaras to make sure that I grab all the little lashes that are hard to reach.  This really makes a difference in how my lashes look.

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I love that Pixi Beauty offers a unique collection of mascaras.  Since I naturally have short lashes, I tend to layer my mascaras to create a customized effect that will allow my lashes to be seen.  These four mascaras layer nicely together and work well to create the layers I’m looking for.  You can decide to use each mascara together and layer them or use separately to create your perfect lash look.

Overall, if I had to choose my favorite out of the four mascaras that I’ve tried, I think the LowerLash Mascara would be my fave.  It grabs all my little lashes on my lower and top lashes to create a great look.  But all of them work well and provide a great combination when used together.  Even the Lengthy Fiber Mascara impressed me.  I highly suggest checking them out if you are looking to try something new.

Have you tried any of these mascaras before?  If so, what do you think about them?  If not, are there any you are interested in trying for yourself?

You can purchase these products and so much more from http://www.pixibeauty.com or at your local Target Store.

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Natural Skin Care That’s Perfect For Me and Babies – Babytime! by Episencial

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As we near the colder months, now is the time that I start prepping for dry skin.  Since I have Eczema, I’m always on the hunt for products that are good to my skin and that can protect it from the elements.  But, finding something that works for me, doesn’t mean it will be something I can use on my kiddos.  I absolutely love when I find a skin care line that is perfect for me and that I can use on my kiddos and Babytime! by Episencial is really proving to be the product line I’m enjoying.

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I was recently introduced to Babytime! by Episencial.  A brand that I have never heard of before, I was immediately taken by the ingredients and the fact that this line was meant for babies, which to me, means it’s great for my sensitive skin.  Babytime! by Episencial is dedicated to creating safe, effective, natural skin care products that enhance the health of babies since young children naturally have sensitive skin.  Babytime! is the only skin care brand to make baby-safe, all natural skincare products with Probiotics to support skin immunity and help treat common skin conditions – like Eczema, cradle cap and common dehydration.  Babytime! products are formulated to provide a protective barrier to insulate vulnerable skin, offset environmental contaminants and help to keep our children safe.  Immediately, I was intrigued and excited to try the line, knowing that if it was made for babies, it would work well with my sensitive and finicky skin type.

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The Babytime! Soothing Cream has become one of my favorites to help with my dry, sensitive skin.  Since I have been experiencing my normal allergies this time of year, my skin tends to be quite sensitive and I look for products that can moisturize but not cause a reaction or flare up.  The Soothing Cream has been a favorite the last month leaving my skin soft, moisturized and supple.  It’s especially perfect for my Eczema prone skin, offering a cooling comfort to dry, red, itchy and irritated skin.  It’s an all natural, scent-free formula that has calming calendula and raspberry butter to help restore moisture balance.  But, you also get nourishing probiotics and neem oil to help fortify and soothe developing skin.  This soothing cream is has probiotics in the formula to help ensure that baby skin is balanced and healthy with good bacteria.  It can be used to soothe eczema, dermatitis, cradle cap, baby acne or diaper rash.  I use the smoothing cream on my elbows and on my chin where I get dermatitis and eczema the worst and it has made such a huge difference.

  • Ages: Timeless for all ages, 0 – 150 years
  • Uses: Organic creamy lotion for itchy bothered skin
  • Benefits: Comforting, pH balancing + soothing
  • Safety: Doctor developed, EWG top rated for safety
  • Smells Like: Unscented, like fresh air
  • Feels Like: Healing, cooling and fresh
  • Ingredients: Organic calendula, neem, probiotics

This cream is lightweight – which is great for the hot Hawaii weather and I’m able to use it daily without feeling sticky or uncomfortable.  My skin looks smooth and feels soft and areas where I suffer from Eczema are healing.

Retail for $10.99 / Net. Wt. 3.4 fl.oz. (100 mL)

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Babytime! Cheeky Salve for Lips and Cheeks is another product I have been absolutely loving as well.  It has actively healthy ingredients that provide a gentle but mighty barrier to the elements.  Cheeky Salve is a transparent balmy butter that is my perfect savior for chapped lips and is designed and formulated to help with chapped lips, dry cheeks, cracked nipples, acne bumps, cradle cap and is absolutely all natural.  It’s an edible, unscented balm that is allergy tested and designed to enhance and enable better looking skin.  The Cheeky Salve is greater than 95% Organic and is easy to use.

I simply apply a thick layer (thin if I only need a little help) frequently through out the day.  You can use this product alone or as part of a 3 Step System from Babytime! for best results.  This salve is lightweight and smooths onto the skin and lips easily.  It’s non-greasy and feels comfortably on.  I also like that it is not sticky and leaves my lips feeling smooth and moisturized for hours.  I have been applying it to the tip of my nose, where I tend to get wind blown and dry and my cheeks and it has been such a life saver.  I apply this salve on my lips, cheeks and nose prior to leaving the house and they protect my skin from the elements.

  • Ages: Timeless for all ages, 0 – 150 years
  • Uses:  Protection for face, lips and bums, nipples
  • Benefits: Soothes + restores skin, allergy tested
  • Safety: Doctor developed
  • Smells Like: Unscented, like fresh air
  • Ingredients:  Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter), Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower Seed Oil), Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower Oil), Cera Alba (Beeswax), Vitis Vinifera (Grape Seed Oil), Tocopherol, Lactobacillus/Milk Ferment Lysate Filtrate, Rubus Idaeus (Raspberry Juice).

Retail for $9.50 / Net. Wt. 0.50 fl.oz. (15mL)

The products I have tried from Babytime! have been great.  I love that they are made with all-natural, mostly organic ingredients and contain no unhealthy toxins or chemicals.  Babytime! products combat this by blending advanced skin care technology with actively healthy ingredients like probiotics, neem oil, juice extracts and botanically-sourced essential fatty acids and antioxidants.  These natural ingredients enhance skin immunity and defend against daily environmental challenges from water, sun and air.   Babytime! products are also animal-friendly, most of them contain no animal products and nothing is tested on animals.  Babytime!’s green values extend beyond its ingredients.  Products are all manufactured in the US in facilities that use solar power and products are packaged in recycled and sustainable material.  Every facet of Babytime!’s mission revolves around helping parents make actively healthy choices for their families and the planet.

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Every one of Babytime!’s high-quality skin care products is made with all-natural, mostly organic ingredients and contain no unhealthy toxins or chemicals. All babies experience dermatitis – inflammation of the skin – at some point during their first years of life. Babytime! products combat this by blending advanced skin care technology with actively healthy ingredients including probiotics, neem oil, juice extracts, and botanically-sourced essential fatty acids and antioxidants. All of these natural ingredients enhance skin immunity and defend against daily environmental challenges from water, sun and air. Additionally, Babytime! products are animal-friendly – most contain no animal products, and nothing is tested on animals. Babytime!’s “green values” extend beyond its ingredients. Products are manufactured in U.S. facilities using solar power, and products are packaged in recycled and sustainable material. Every facet of Babytime!’s mission revolves around helping parents make actively healthy choices for their families and planet.

What I love about these products is that they work so well for both myself and my children and really anyone of all ages.  It’s a product that we can afford and get our money’s worth since everyone in the household can use the products.  I look forward to trying more from Babytime and if you have skin sensitivities like I do, I definitely suggest checking the line out for yourself.

You can learn more about Babytime! products and purchase some for yourself at: http://babytimeusa.com/ and select WholeFoods Markets.

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Disclaimer:  The products featured in this post were sent for review consideration.  All opinions are my own, 100% honest and unbiased.  Affiliate links are posted through out.

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Productivity, Focus, Organization & Education – With Apps That Are Actually Free, Amazon Underground

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With the boys back in school and in the middle of this year’s football season, we are busy trying to keep ourselves on task and focused while still finding time to enjoy those “life” moments.  Our daily schedules keep us on our toes and we are constantly looking for ways to not only unwind but help assist us in our productivity and our daily tasks.  It doesn’t matter if your a student, teacher or parent… the day to day can get the best of us so any help… counts!  With everything we have available at our finger tips, I knew that there just had to be a way to find something that would not only keep us on task, but also help us relax, focus and unwind some.  Thankfully, there is a solution and a little assistance to help us out.  Whether it be on an android smart phone or tablet, free apps (actually free) from Amazon Underground are to the rescue.

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When you’re looking for something to keep your kiddos busy or to help with learning their alphabets or reading, there are apps that can help.  Interested in getting a bit more organized or need something to unwind and relax your brain for the day – hey, Amazon Underground Always Free apps got you covered.  You never have to worry about your kids downloading apps and games that will cost you money and you can get access to over 3,000 apps and games that are 100% FREE.  Simply download them from Amazon Underground to your Amazon Fire tablet or Android smartphone and you are good to go.

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There are so many apps available in the Amazon Underground catalog that there is something there for anyone – my whole family is enjoying the selection.  100% free apps & games are a part of the Amazon Appstore with access to great content that you would normally have to pay for in “other” App and Playstores, but they are at zero cost through Amazon Underground.  I am loving that some of my favorite games are available through access to premium apps and my family and I get to take advantage of the fun and convenience while we take a break from our busy day.

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As a mother the Amazon Underground apps allow me to take my coloring on the go – letting me take a few minutes to focus on me while coloring – utilizing an easy app I love called Adult Coloring or Zen: Adult Coloring Book.  When my family and I like to work our brains and have some fun together, we enjoy playing Brain It On! or some of our favorite games called Cut the Rope, Sonic Dash and Zootopia also make for some family enjoyment.  For drawing, sketching and note taking, the app Notepad+ is also a great selection for fun as well as productivity.

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On night that I need to unwind and relax and fall asleep soundly and easily, I love using the White Noise Sleep Aid – the Forest Noise is ideal for falling right asleep and feeling rested the next morning when I awake.  You see, the options are endless and the Amazon Underground app store offers you a variety of selections for the busy mom and dad, student and school performance and studying and even the college bound teen that needs a little help making the transition.

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If you are looking for something fun to do, get productive or organized or just have a little “me” time, I highly suggest checking out Amazon Underground.  It’s easy to use and many apps and games are available at your fingertips.

If you’re interested in checking out the Amazon Appstore and learn more about what it has to offer, click here and check out the Amazon Underground catalog of 100% free apps and games.  You can also access the Amazon Underground on your Android smartphone by visiting here.

 

I was selected for this opportunity as a member of CLEVER and the content and opinions expressed here are all my own.

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