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Spring Beauty: What Is In Your Make Up Bag? #ClearBeauty #CBias

May 20, 2012 By Kelli 3 Comments

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Before I headed out the door to refresh my make up bag, I took a before picture of all the makeup I had left after my end of the season purge and a picture of myself with no makeup and no Allegra!

Yeah, it is pretty bad. However, this is how you typically see me on my normal work day. I also printed out my coupons and made my list. I am not real brand conscientious for make up. I buy what I like, what is on sale, what I have a coupon for , etc. I usually have some Clinique stuff in my bag as I like to get the free gift. I also typically have something Mary Kay and I really like their cleansers and sometimes want to try something new or get something free.

To see my entire shop, be sure to visit my Google+ Album by clicking the image below:

I want to know if you can see the major difference in my before and after pictures. See how puffy my eyes are and the dark circles under them? The Allegra helps to combat all of those symptoms from my allergies!

**Don’t forget to shop at CVS for your Allegra! In the month of May, shoppers can get a 30 count of Allegra for $17.99 with your CVS card! Plus, there is a $5.00 off Allegra printable coupon in the database! Just search for Allegra

If you are reading this post via a reader or email, you will need to click through to see my video of what is in my beauty bag!

I want to say that with allergies and contacts, I typically avoid eye make up unless I absolutely have to go somewhere, then as soon as I walk in the door I quickly wash the make up off so it doesn’t ruin my contacts. With Allegra, I am not rubbing my itchy eyes because they are not itchy! Problem solved!

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Disclaimer: I am a member of the Collective Bias™ Social Fabric® Community. This shop has been compensated as part of a social shopper insights study for Collective Bias™. #CBias #SocialFabric

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GIVEAWAY: Ever Bamboo

April 29, 2012 By Tabitha

Who knew bamboo could be used for so many different things? You see bamboo flooring, towels, clothes and diapers, and the list goes on. Ever Bamboo is a Canadian company (woot woot!) that uses the rapidly growing moso bamboo to create it’s line of products from deodorizers to skin care!

Due to the growth characteristics of moso bamboo, millions of tiny holes are created as the plant densifies as it matures, a process taking approximately five years. It is these tiny holes that ultimately give the resulting bamboo charcoal its revolutionary abilities as both a deodorizer and dehumidifier. These benefits have been enjoyed for more than five centuries in Asia.

Bamboo forests are widely planted throughout Asia, and due to the resurgence in the recognition of its benefits, many more acres are planted every day. And as bamboo takes only five years from seedling to mature plant, it will be readily available for all future generations.

With proper care, your bamboo charcoal product can last an entire year or more. After this, and because it is a 100% natural product, it can be recycled into the ecosystem.

I was sent the Room Deodorizer, the Mini Deodorizer and the HEI Face and Body Soap. I don’t have many musty or smelly areas in my home but with 4 kids in a van, there are occasionally a few nasty odors that linger due to dropped pieces of food and what not. So I stuck the room deodorizer in my van. And I settled on putting a mini under my kitchen sink, where we keep the recycling, and a mini in my two piece bath, which tends to get a bit musty on occasion.

The deodorizers:

These worked wonders! After only a night in my van when I opened the door I was not greeted with……clean fresh air! No stale smell, no rotting apple smell, just odor free clean smell. Much better then any leaf shaped car deodorizer I have used before, that’s for sure. And it was the same under my kitchen sink and in my bathroom. It will be interesting to see how well it does when the weather gets warmer again, and my toilet starts to sweat! Did I mention they were also dehumidifiers?

The soap:

This was a unique experience indeed. Never have I had a bar of soap lather up so much. It was almost like shaving cream. I was a bit thrown off initially when you see black streaks heading toward the drain but I suppose that’s to be expected when your washing with a charcoal soap! The soap has left me feeling quite clean and residue free. With other soaps I always feel like there is something left behind but the HEI face and body soap literally left me squeaky clean. I will definitely be looking into where I can get more of this soap.

Where can you buy it? Check out their handy online and local retailer locater to find your nearest location.

Win it!

One lucky 3 Boys and a Dog reader will win a prize pack consisting of 1 Room Deodorizer + Dehumidifier (Lrg 500g), Mini Deodorizer + Dehumidifier (75g, 3 x 25g) and a travel size bar of the HEI Face and Body soap(60g), a $40 value!

REQUIRED COMMENT: Head on over to Ever Bamboo and tell me something else you learned about the company or their products.

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CONTEST ENDS: at Midnight CST on May 13th

OPEN TO: USA and Canada

*DISCLAIMER: I was sent items by Ever Bamboo to help facilitate my review. Any opinions stated are strictly my own.*

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Review: Crest Glamorous White Toothpaste and Intensive Professional Effects Whitestrips

April 26, 2012 By Tamera Leave a Comment

I’ve always thought that my teeth weren’t perfectly white like the commercials, so I was intrigued enough to try these out!

About Crest 3D White (from the website)

A 3D White smile is a smile that turns heads. It’s magnetic, alluring, and most importantly, attainable.

The 3D White Difference

New Crest 3D White is a collection of products that work together to give you a brighter smile—plus the health benefits you expect from Crest and Oral-B. Each product in the 3D White collection works uniquely to give you a stand out smile.

Whiten

The six different Crest 3D White Whitestrips teeth whitening systems such as Crest 3D White 2-Hour Express Whitestrips use the same enamel-safe ingredient dentists use to give you whiter teeth by getting at the stain build-up below the tooth’s surface. The level of this type of whitening varies per product, so you can decide which is best for your 3D White smile.

Clean

The Crest 3D White line of toothpastes such as 3D White Advanced Vivid Enamel Renewal Toothpaste give you whiter teeth by removing surface stains, while the Oral-B 3D White Advanced Vivid Toothbrush removes plaque buildup on a daily basis, helping to maintain the beautiful smile that 3D White Whitestrips can give you.

Protect

A 3D White smile doesn’t end with brushing alone. When you add Crest 3D White Multi-Care Whitening Rinse to your brushing routine, you’re actually protecting your teeth against future stains, helping to ensure your 3D White smile stays that way.

Radiant Results

Incorporate the entire 3D White collection into your daily routine for a standout smile all year long. Every time you flash your brilliant 3D White smile, you’ll stand out. Heads will turn, and you’ll leave an unforgettable impression.
Crest and Oral-B offer the transformative power of a 3D White smile to people everywhere, without the confusion or trade-offs of other whitening products available today, and with the health benefits you expect from Crest and Oral-B.

My Thoughts

So, first off, they have this cool thing on the website here where you can whiten your teeth. It’s super cool! I love the toothpaste! My teeth are getting whiter! I tried the whitestrips out and it made my teeth sore for the day, but they were fine the next day! I even have an awesome gag reflex, so I was worried about the strips, but I made it the whole two hours! Phew! I think this is a great way to have whiter teeth!

Buy it!

You can find the links to buy the Crest 3D White Intensive Professional Effects Whitestrips strips here!

You can buy the Crest 3D White Glamorous White Toothpaste here and at your local major retailer.

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Watch the Webinar Live, here, now! #AllergyFace

April 10, 2012 By Kelli 1 Comment

Spring allergy season is upon us, and we all know what that means for millions of Americans – itchy-watery eyes and a red runny nose – causing a major case of “Allergy Face!”

Actress Kate Walsh (ABC’s Private Practice) knows all too well that those dreaded allergies can affect not just how you feel, but also how you look. In an effort to help women look and feel their best, she is teaming up with the makers of ZYRTEC® and Beauty Expert Rebekah George who will dish out the necessary beauty tips and tricks during a live ZYRTEC® webcast on Ustream.tv.

Beauty Expert Rebekah George will provide beauty tips and tricks, and answer questions from Kate Walsh and live viewers. Some of George’s tips include:

Pretty Not Puffy Face — Layer on a copper bronzer and pink blush combination to reduce redness and help contour a puffy face.
Rid the Red Nose — Deal with a red, dry nose by applying a thick layer of lotion at night, followed by a lightweight oil in the morning. Allow it to dry for a few minutes, and then apply a yellow-based concealer or a copper bronzer to cancel out the redness.
Bright Eyes — Don’t try to brighten eyes with tons of eye shadow. Instead, take a gold shimmery shadow, or a white or cream eyeliner pencil and just apply a smear underneath your brows’ arch to help brighten and open up your eyes.
Sleeping Beauty — Sleep with your head elevated with an extra pillow or two. The elevation helps drain fluids from your face so skin and eyes are less puffy in the morning.

ZYRTEC^® is the number one allergist recommended brand.(2) It relieves your worst allergy symptoms, indoors and out(3). It provides 24-hour allergy relief that starts working fast(4), so you can get back to enjoying the things you love.

For more information about allergies, product information, and special offers, visit www.zyrtec.com

**PLEASE CLICK THROUGH TO 3 Boys and a Dog TO WATCH THE LIVE WEBINAR at 7 PM CENTRAL!

Live stream by Ustream

**DISCLAIMER – All info, webinar, graphics provided by Zyrtec. I was not given compensation in any form, but thought y’all might find this useful!

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Vitabath: My Shower Smells Amazing

December 29, 2011 By Jen 4 Comments

I recently had the opportunity to try out Vitabath body wash. I gotta say, I’m a big fan now.

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I tried their Pomegranate and Blood Orange body wash from the Fruit Fanatic line. If you like fruity scents, this is totally for you. I liked that it was a natural fruit smell, not a “fake fruit” smell, if you know what I mean. It smells like fresh citrus and makes me crave a glass of juice every time I open the bottle.

The body wash came with a shower pouf, but I prefer to use my loofah. It lathered up really well and filled the whole shower with the gorgeous scent of blood oranges and pomegranate.

Vitabath body washes are sulfate and paraben free, too. I’ve heard those terms used in a lot of natural products lately, but never really understood what they meant. So I did a little digging.

Parabens are chemicals commonly used in beauty products like shampoos, moisturizers, body washes, makeup, and even toothpaste. The reason they’re scary is that they’ve been found in breast cancer tumors and have the ability to slightly mimic estrogen, the female hormone. Though no definitive links between cancer and parabens have been found, I know I’d rather avoid them if I can.

Sulfates are inorganic compounds often used in shampoos and body washes to produce a lathering effect. Who doesn’t like a good lather, right? They also remove natural oils, which can be a big negative for people with sensitive hair and skin, and have also been reported to strip hair color.

The Vitabath fragrance collection is entirely free of parabens and sulfates, which is a pretty good thing in my book now that I know what those are. Each body wash is available in a 12 oz. bottle, starting at $9.99. You can find Vitabath body washes at Fred Meyer, Bed Bath & Beyond, Ulta Cosmetics, and other retailers, as well as online via their website.