Review | PureLip's Lip Buff

PureLip's Lip Buff

Pocket size .5 oz

$3.50

Photo credit: PureLips

Guys - I'm so in love with the intensive lip repair product that I'm going to feature today. It's made by Pond Parker (cutest name ever btw) over at PureLips. You may remember me briefly mentioning this lip cream in my monthly favorites post. I'm doing it again...because I can...it's just good stuff y'all! 

This weather has been miserable lately. It really can't decide if it wants to be warm or cold here in Alabama. (Go home weather - you're drunk) Because of said weather - my lips have been a hot mess (much like my acne) BUT that is for a another day lol. Pond Parker's Lip Buff is all natural/handmade and available in a whopping 17 flavors and two different sizes! I currently own 2 - lemon butter cake (my favorite) and soy chai latte. It literally melts into your lips! I have seen 100%  improvement in the condition of my lips since I began using this product. (No more peeling!) I really think it is because it's formulated without wax. Prior to this I had never used anything on my lips that wasn't wax based. Obviously, products with wax in them just sit on your lips - nothing gets absorbed...even $6+ chapstick from Target was drying my lips out. Riddikulus! What a waste of money! I've traded my peeling lips for a lip butter addiction lol - whatever...I will take it. 

Photo credit: PureLips

I'm going to keep this review short and sweet. For a list of the ingredients you can click the link above. I purchased one of these for my makeup box, and one for my handbag, and I plan on purchasing a additional Lip Buff to put on my bedside table. That's how great I think this stuff is. MUST HAVE ONE EVERYWHERE I GO. ;)

I have a coupon for you if you would like to try some Lip Buff. Enter MARCHMADNESS20 at checkout and you will receive 20% off on your order. Be sure to leave PureLips some amazing feedback!

 

Review | Frownies Immune Screen Natural Sunscreen

Immune Screen Natural Sunscreen SPF-15

$19.97 on Frownies.com ♥

Sun care products have been a big favorite of mine lately. Since the Cherry family resides in Alabama...we still have quite a few hot days (sadly) in our near future. So don't go thinking it is time for me to put away my sunscreen just yet! Frownies (the maker of natural skincare products) has come out with an awesome daily SPF-15 sunscreen for the face, neck, and chest. It's the first thing I reach for in the morning after I cleanse my face. I have found that it makes a great primer that softens the skin while protecting it against the sun's nasty rays. (I have enough freckles already, k-thanks!)

The brownish cream quickly soaks into the skin after application and hides imperfections without looking all nasty/greasy, aka not turning you into "Mirror-face-Mcgee." (Make sure you shake it first though!) The scent is very subtle - I'm sure that most of you will be pleased to know that it doesn't have a ton of perfume in it - and that Frownies doesn't test on animals! Immune Screen's ingredients (Green tea extracts, Organic oat oil, Aloe Vera gel, Melanin, and coconut oil) help stop the signs of aging. (Now, that's what a girl in her late 20s likes to hear folks!) I think the Organic oat oil is where it's scent is coming from. The only thing I don't really like about this product is the packaging. I can't put my finger on what it is - maybe the font? or color scheme? Whatever - these are things that really don't matter in the long haul. It's what's on the inside that really counts. :) 

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Review | Derma E New Vitamin E Intensive Therapy Bodycare Line

I was headed out the door last week - when I noticed that a little box from the folks over at Derma E had arrived, and it was packed full of very exciting natural products!  Gorgeous packaging right? I didn't even recognize this brand at first, because it turns out that they just changed all their labels sometime last year. (I'm loving the bright colors) All their products are organized by color so you can find the right one to meet your specific skincare needs. (How convenient!) These lotions are part of a brand new Vitamin E Intensive Therapy line, it's pretty groundbreaking. Now you can be well informed by the time they hit the shelves in your town. :) 

Seriously...derma e totally hooked me up! Check out all the stuff they sent! Vitamin E Intensive Therapy Hand Creme ♥ MSRP $7.95 This turned out to be my favorite lotion in the lot. It's perfect for over-worked, weather-worn hands...and tattoos lol. The little 2 oz tube was immediately tossed inside my handbag. I recently had a cover-up tattoo done on my right arm. It is a traditional piece by my friend Leah. I had been having a heck of a time trying to keep the thing moisturized. I was applying lotion all day on this stubborn tattoo! It was always itchy and just plain unpleasant. The moment I rubbed a tiny bit of this lotion on it I had immediate relief! (It's like butt-ah y'all!) Since then - it has almost healed completely and is no longer patchy looking.This stuff is a naturally effective formula that dramatically softens, smooths, and conditions dry, rough, flaky skin! Oh, and it doesn't hurt that it smells fantastic...but I will talk more about the scent in a minute. Vitamin E Intensive Therapy Body Lotion (Naturally Scented) ♥ Vitamin E Intensive Therapy Body Lotion (Fragrance-Free) ♥ MSRP $12.95 The next two tubes I'm going to talk about are much larger in size, they are both 8 fl oz. This formula seems to be a bit thicker and maybe a tad greasier than the hand lotion. (This is how it should be) It's still a lightweight healing lotion. I prefer the scented version over the fragrance free. The fragrance free lotion has that weird no-smell-smell. It's just one of those things that I'm personally not a fan of. (No hate) But if you have weird allergies (like my mother) then this is probably perfect for you. With the exception of the "fragrance-free" lotion, all of the products have the same fabulous scent.  Vitamin E Intensive Therapy Body Balm ♥ MSRP $15.00 (I'm sitting here like a crazy woman smelling these things over and over lol) To me - it smells of Lemongrass maybe? I'm seeing some Lavender on the label...along with some Citrus and Essential Oils. I'm just in love with the smell, I prefer it over B&BW any-ole-day. This formula is the thickest of them all. (Balm - duh) It's a highly concentrated recovery treatment. Just like the others - the label claims to rescue and restore extreme cases of dry skin. It's the truth people! I might just say that I have never had anything be this effective on extremely dry skin before. It must be the natural Vitamin E working it's magic. I usually whip out the balm for the super-duper dry areas on my body.  Follow derma e on Facebook and Twitter

Etsy Review | Mary's Apothecary

(Silas enjoyed the Cotton Candy Bubble Bar)

------> Mary's Apothecary <------

Check out all of those bubbles, and that happy bubble bath face. :) You know what is really great about this little shop? It is in Huntsville, Alabama! Gotta love a fellow crafty Alabamian! Mary was very sweet and sent us a nice box of handmade goodies for us to enjoy/review. (Thanks Mary!)

Cotton Candy Bubble Bar - $2.99/2oz ♥

Root Beer Bubble Bar - $2.99/2oz ♥

Lavender Lemongrass Soap - $2.99/4oz ♥

The Patriot Soap - $2.99/4oz ♥

I definitely want to start this review off with the Lavender Lemongrass Soap. Folks - our entire bathroom smells absolutely fantastic. It was my favorite product in the box by far. You cannot go wrong with this stuff. (Even Matt is crazy about it) It's only $2.99 for a 4 ounce bar! The Patriot Soap is also really nice, it's pretty to look at (red, white, and blue) and it has a "clean handsome man smell" if that makes any sense lol. I would like to add that it's not such a masculine scent that I don't want to use it. (I totally use it) She doesn't currently have this scent in her shop but I have contacted her to inquire when she will. :)

I know you guys have heard me rant about not living near a Lush store before. (I did finally get to visit one in North Carolina) I have bought their stuff online in the past but I always whine about the shipping costs. (What? I'm cheap!) Mary makes dupes of Lush's bubble bars, and her shipping is only $1.50! Lush charges $10.95 for a 7 ounce bar + shipping.

I took both the bubble bars and cut them into three sections, so I can get multiple uses out of each bar. :) The photo of Silas at the top of this review shows the amount of bubbles that I got out of one of these pieces. (Pretty impressive) Silas chose the Cotton Candy Bubble Bar, it smelled so yummy! It reminds me of the gum that I used to chew when I was little. (Cotton candy gum) All you have to do is turn on your bath water and crumble the bar under the running water. After Silas was finished with his bath and was in bed - I took my own bath with a section of Root Beer Bubble Bar. (So relaxing) I'm going to purchase some more from Mary's Apothecary as soon as I run out. 

How was your Monday? Ours was interesting, we have all caught a cold. I had to rush Silas to the doctor this morning, he had a fever of 103! Should be an interesting week... 

Review | Natural Deodorants

I know that there is a lot of conflicting information out there about aluminum being linked to Alzheimer's. I have a family history of the disease, so I rather be on the safe side. Do you know what really sucks? It's in almost every deodorant that you pick up. (Not to mention other nasty chemicals) Over the years I have tried several brands from various health food stores, and most have left me disappointed. Today I want to talk about two products that I have tested recently.

Naturally Fresh Deodorant Crystal 

$2.97 at Wal-mart

and 

Puur Extra Strength Deodorant 

$7.00 at PuurBody on Etsy

I picked up the "Naturally Fresh" brand first, it was conveniently located at Wal-mart. I will go ahead and say that I cannot recommend it. I found that I had to re-apply it several times throughout the day. It may just be me, but I felt like it made me sweat more? (Gross) That could just be due to the liquid nature of the product. If you want to save money, you can try this one...maybe you will have better luck?

On to my favorite. :) Years ago I found my first natural deodorant on Etsy, it was called "Stinky Hippie." (How very appropriate lol) To my dismay, the seller stopped making it. I was really upset because it worked wonders for my husband. (Sigh) So, I went searching for another brand...and I found PuurBody! If vegan soap, natural deodorant, and shea butter lip balm is what your looking for...look no further! To my knowledge, she has the best prices on Etsy. I paid $7.00 for my deodorant (The Mayor of Stinky Town) lol...and $2.15 for shipping. This tube has a very tea tree oil scent to it. I noticed that the smell gets pretty strong a couple of minutes after you apply it but then it fades a bit. I'm really impressed with it. I think next time I may purchase the "Nag Champa" scent. If you want to get rid of some excess chemicals in your life go visit PuurBody. Here are the ingredients listed on the back of the stick. (I love how fabulously short the list is.)

Ingredients: Caster oil, Candellila wax, Soy wax, Shea butter, hemp seed butter, kaolin clay, Arrowroot   powder, fragrance and/or essential oils. 

Also - look at my adorable niece (and Silas)! My brother and his fiance purchased an Old English Bulldog puppy this past weekend. Her name is Cricket and I already adore her. 

Review | Eylure Naturalites (Natural Volume)

Behold! The second false lash review, as promised! :)

Eylure Naturalites (Natural Volume) 

$5.99♥

I mentioned in my last post that I was a little afraid of the "diy adhesive" lashes. This pair turned out to be surprisingly easy to apply! I actually applied them faster. (Go me!) They are a little lengthier than the Katy Perry ones, but still right up my alley.

As far as comfort goes, I probably prefer the first pair I wore. These weren't too bad though. As the day wore on, my eyes seemed to feel a little itchy. Maybe I have a slight allergy to the adhesive? Whatever, beauty is worth it. ;) I had lovely lashes all day and that is enough for me lol. In their defense, I did run around and get quite hot.

 It was a nice change for the glue to be included in the box, (allergies or not) so many brands do not include it. (Way to go Eylure!) I'm definitely hanging on to the lashes and the glue so I can use them a second time. I was worried that they might try to fall off at some point during the day, I didn't have any problems at all though. (Impressive) So this glue is some good stuff folks! 

What do you think? Do you prefer the Katy Perry or the Naturalites? I highly recommend both! A girl could definitely get use to having eyelashes that look this fabulous. I love walking around and batting my eyes like Marilyn. :P

I hope you enjoyed this little review. :) I'm actually blogging from North Carolina right now. My husband and I ended up bumming a ride with my cousin Stephen. (Just for the weekend) Please make sure you "Like" my facebook page (HERE) so you can keep up with all of my posts! 

Review | Sexy Booster Sexy Glow Blush

I'm just going to go ahead and say it. I bought this strictly because of the packaging lol. I mean look at it...

Physicians Formula Sexy Booster Sexy Glow Blush

$11.99

The price I'm posting is straight off the Physicians Formula website. I actually snagged it over at Kroger for around $8-ish. (It had a coupon attached to it) I've also spotted it at Target with a coupon. As you can tell, I stalked this blush at several stores before I purchased it lol. I took the above photo after testing it a couple of times. The heel on the shoe isn't as sparkly as originally was. The whole thing is just so darn adorable! I guess I should talk about the actual blush? If I have to...

The shade I picked up is the "natural" shade. I regret choosing this one. I should have gone for the "rose." I'm pretty fair. (I'm trying to take care of my skin now that I'm getting close to the big 30) I will be 27 in September, kinda-not-really 30. So...very little sun for me. This blush barely does anything. I've actually decided to use it strictly as a highlighter. I'm pretty disappointed with it. I couldn't even get the swatch to pick up on camera. The below photo is the best I could manage. 

I will say that it smells divine. It claims be infused with pheromone mimicking ingredients. Let's just say it smells like warm vanilla and cocoa extract. I love it. I don't really understand what it's trying to accomplish though. Am I supposed to feel sexier? Is it supposed to turn my man on? My man was really weirded out when I asked him to sniff my face lol. So at least we accomplished that! Either way, it makes your face smell yummy which is a plus. 

What do I think? Let's break it down...

It's a bit on the pricey side.

The packaging = amaze-balls

The product = so so blush, nice highlighter

Would I re-purchase it when I run out? No.

I hope you all have a lovely weekend! I have a "empties" post I am going to try and get up soon. :)