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Jun 23, 2012
Jun 16, 20121 note
Sheer Cover Review

Disclaimer: I received this product complimentary to test through Influenster’s VoxBox program.

What is Sheer Cover Duo Concealer?

Sheer Cover® Concealer is perfect for all skin types and tones.  Sheer Cover Duo Concealer offers a custom blend for the various shades on your face and covers up imperfections.  It not only covers up the look of dark circles, blemishes, redness and age spots, it also moisturizes with Jojoba and Allantoin. 

It instantly conceals blemishes, dark spots, hyperpigmentation and uneven skin tone – we’ve got life’s little imperfections covered!

KEY BENEFITS:

Instantly covers skin imperfections for a flawless, natural look

Variable coverage – sheer and creamy perfect for under eye circles or more opaque for blemishes, dark spots and hyperpigmentation

Easy application  – glides on, won’t pull or tug at fragile skin

Enriched with natural, moisturizing Jojoba to help nourish and restore the skins’ natural moisture balance

Allantoin helps calm and soothe sensitive, irritated skin

Provides antioxidant protection from free-radical scavengers

Dermatologist-tested

HOW TO USE:

Using fingertips, concealer brush or a cosmetic sponge dab a small amount of concealer on area to be covered. Blend well. Start sheer, adding layers to increase coverage. Wear alone, under or over makeup. Let dry before applying makeup.

WHERE TO BUY:

Customers can visit www.SheerCover.com or call 1-877-489-2035 to purchase Sheer Cover. 

$29.95 for the concealer (non-member price) and $29.95 for the introductory system, which also includes the Duo Concealer.

My Experience with the Sheer Cover Duo Concealer:

I have used a few different concealers in the past ranging from drugstore brands to department store brands. I have even used the ELF Eyelid Primer as a concealer when I’ve ran out because it brightens my under area so well without looking unnatural. When I do use concealer I do prefer the “double ended” kind because blending is an option to give your face that natural look.

Before trying the Sheer Cover Duo Concealer I was using the Physician’s Formula Concealer Twins in Yellow Light. I have been using the Concealer twins for about 2-3 years because I can find it under $10 and it works well for me. It’s easy to blend and lasts. I never really thought about changing because I am so comfortable with the price and the quality. 

I recently tried the Sheer Cover Duo Concealer because it was included in the many wonderful items in the Spring Beauty VoxBox. 

I received the shade “Medium/Tan” and the actual size of the concealer is 0.05 oz.

Swatches:

Bottom: Darker Shade

Middle: Lighter Shade

Top: Both Shades blended

As you can see both shades blended nicely when first playing around. I used a concealer brush when applying to my face, but I found using my ring finger was much easier . I like using my index finger because I read from a Burt’s Bee’s product that this finger is the softest finger and best for applying serums because of it’s softness. 

I have used this concealer under tinted moisturizer, alone when wearing no tinted moisturizer and over eye shadow primer. I tried these ways because I really wanted to experiment with this concealer and discover the best possible way to maximize the length of wear time. 

I found that I do not need to have the eye shadow primer underneath because it does not crack or fade when wearing alone. It is not oily, talc free, and scent free. 

I was able to implement the Sheer Cover Duo Concealer into my beauty routine because it blends so well, brightening my under eye area giving it a flawless, natural look without making my eyes look too awake. 

I like that this concealer has two shades for blending because it can be used any season of the year. I live in PA and experience all four seasons and that is another reason I prefer the double endeded/duo concealers over one shade.

All in all, I would recommend this concealer because there is no false advertisement here. It’s affordable and easy to use.

Visit Sheer Cover at http://www.sheercover.com

Visit the Sheer Cover Facebook fan Page at https://www.facebook.com/sheercover

Twitter handle:  @sheercover /  Twitter hashtag: #imsheercovered

How to tag Influenster on Facebook and Twitter:  @influenster

Check out my other posts regarding Inlfuenster:

Sally Hansen Salon Effects

 Dr. Scholl’s For Her Ball Of Cushion Review

Bath & Body Works Fine Fragrance Mist

Spring Beauty VoxBox

Special Invite from Influenster

Thanks for reading!

Jun 15, 20121 note
#Sheer Cover Duo COncealer #Influenster #beauty voxbox
Dr. Scholl's For Her Ball of Foot Cushions Review

Disclaimer: I received this product complimentary for testing and review purposes from Influenster. This product was included in the Spring Beauty VoxBox. 

Dr. Scholl’s® For HerBall of Foot Cushions

“Created uniquely for women’s shoes, the slim design of Dr. Scholl’s®For Her Ball of Foot Cushions prevents your feet from sliding forward, so you avoid “toe scrunch”. Plus, they fit comfortably and discreetly in both open- and closed-toe shoes”


 



Basic Product Information:


  • Helps prevent ball of foot pain
  • Immediate Massaging Gel™ comfort for the ball of your foot
  • Only ball of foot product made with unique FabuSTEP®gel
  • Prevents toe scrunch
  • Stays firmly in place
  • Removable without damage to your shoes
  • Discreetly fits all women’s shoes
  • One size fits all

How It Works

  • Designed to fit All women’s shoes
  • Made with FabuSTEP® gel to prevent feet from sliding forward
  • Gel waves cushion the sensitive ball-of-foot area
  • Massages your foot with every step
  • Small design prevents toe scrunch


How to use:

  • Place on top of your current insole
  • No trimming required
  • Replace every 6 months or at first signs of wear


Perks Of using ANY Dr. Scholl’s Product:

  • Their website ALWAYS has coupons to print for future purchases
  • Dr. Scholl’s ALWAYS has a Money Back Guarantee. Simply send in your original receipts with the UPC code and you will be refunded or exchanged, no questions asked.
  • The Website provides a Product Consultation
  • Dr. Scholl’s provides products for not only foot pain, but skin conditions, lower body pain,  nail products, etc.
  • These products Actually work!


My Experience with the  Dr. Scholl’s For Her Ball of Foot Cushions:


I suffer from foot pain because of my job. I work in restaurant and stand on my feet anywhere from 8-9.5 hours a day, 5 days a week. Because of this, my feet always feel sore and tired. 


The Ball of Foot Cushions can be used not only for heels but for sneakers also. I rarely get to wear heels unless it’s my day off and I’m wearing heels out of the blue. Yes, I hate that aspect but a girl’s gotta work where she can. 


I’ve been wearing the Ball Of Foot Cushion for almost a month now and I cannot have it any other way. It did take about a week to wear it comfortably but that’s expected. I paid a hefty price for non-slip sneaker through my employer and the cushion that came in my shoes wore away in about a month. I was upset because the employers shoes are much more expensive and highly recommended.  Now that I have these cushions along with my heel cushions I am set to go!


My feet are thankful to have received these because I did not know these existed. Also, since these are advertised for heels, I’m not so sure I would have purchased them myself.



To find out more about Dr. Scholl’s and everything they offer visit:

 http://www.drscholls.com 

or follow the conversation on twitter with the Hashtag: #walkingonair


Don’t forget about Influenster: http:s//www.influenster.com @Influenster #BeautyVoxBox

Jun 12, 2012
#influenster #dr. scholls #spring beauty voxbox
Jun 11, 2012
Jun 5, 20121 note
#tasteofthetropics #cravebox
Bath & Body Works Fine Fragrance Mist

DISCLAIMER: I received this product complimentary to test through Influenster’s VoxBox program



As you can  see, this Fine Fragrance Mist was included in my current Beauty VoxBox from Influenster. I was really hoping for the Japanese Cherry Blossom because that is my absolute favorite scent from Bath & Body Works. However, I am quite pleased I that I received Sweat Pea because it has sentimental value.


 My girlfriends and I  LOVED this scent. I can remember us all in our 8th grade gym class using this after class ended. We would “freshen” up with Sweet Pea, touch up our make up and hair for the rest of our school day. I can remember us carrying the Sweet Pea bottle in our bags everywhere we went. We used to go to each others houses on Fridays to get ready for our night at the Skating Rink, and you better believe we used our Sweet Pea for that too. My sister and I had the same group of friends and this reminds me of her as well. Especially because she no longer lives in the same town as we do.


Until I received Sweet Pea in my Beauty VoxBox, I forgot about those memories. Wearing this scent again makes me remember our fun times together, our laughs, our sad times, our FRIENDSHIP. Although that group of friends no longer communicates because we are older and doing life now, it’s bitter sweet to remember. I enjoy the nostalgia connected with Sweet Pea. 


There are a few differences from the Sweet Pea I used then and the one I received from Influenster. The bottle is now shaped a bit differently but still contains 8 fl oz of the fragrance. 



Here you can see the differences of the bottle packaging. The old style (left) was more rounded. The newer style (right) is a longer tube like round with a large square cap. The old caps fit right of the Squirter. The newer style is more modern and I enjoy the look of it.


Also, the collection from Bath & Body Works is now classified as a NEW Fine Fragrance Mist. The collection consists of the following:


The Fine Fragrance Mist Collection:     

   
Be Enchanted™
White Citrus
Cherry Blossom
Coconut Lime Breeze
Into The Wild™
Dark Kiss™
Black Amethyst™
Sensual Amber™
Midnight Pomegranate®
Carried Away™
Forever Sunshine™
Secret Wonderland™
Black Raspberry Vanilla
Pink Chiffon
Paris Amour
Twilight Woods™
Sweet Pea®
Moonlight Path®
Japanese Cherry Blossom
Country Chic™
Warm Vanilla Sugar®
Sea Island Cotton®


The collections is now advertised as:


“Fine fragrance in a mist as light as air. Discover a better, more delicate fragrance experience in over 20 Signature fragrances. It’s love at first mist! Exclusively at Bath & Body Works.”


If you are interested in purchasing any of the NEW Fine Fragrance Mist you can do so at registered retail store near you, for the price of $14.00. Surprisingly that price has not changed! (Two thumbs up for that alone!)


If you are looking for more information, you can visit the Bath and Body Works website —> http://www.bathandbodyworks.com


Be sure to follow Bath & Body Works via twitter using their handle:

 @LUVBBW and/or the hastags #LUVFragrance #bathandbodyworks


Influenster can be found on twitter also! @Influenster 


So what do you think of the BBW New Fine Fragrance Mist Collection? Do you own any? If you are an Influenster what scent did you receive?

Jun 5, 2012
#LUVBBW #Bath and Body Works #Fine Fragrance Mist #Sweet Pea #Influenster #Spring Beauty VoxBOX
Jun 5, 2012
#luvfragrance #bathandbodyworks
Sally Hansen Salon Effects

Disclaimer: I received this product complimentary for testing and review purposes from Influenster. The following is indeed my true and honest opinion of this product.

If you are unfamiliar with the Sally Hansen Salon Nail Effects, then this post will give you basic knowledge about the product. I have tried Jamberry Nails, Kiss Nail Dress, and Incoco strips in the past, but not Sally Hansen. There isn’t any particular reason as to why I have not tried this before, other than the fact that I just haven’t had the impulse to buy them. Luckily, I received this kit in my Influenster Spring Beauty VoxBox.

This Kit Included:

16 Nail Polish Strips in 320 Kitty, Kitty, 

Cuticle Stick

Mini File and Buffer

Detailed Instructions

Quick Facts about the Sally Hansen Salon Effects:

No dry time

Lasts up to 10 days

Removes easily with nail polish remover

40 styles to choose from

Retails for about 9.99 at chain drug stores, food stores and mass merchandisers nationally. (I’m pretty sure I’ve seen it cheaper at WalMart)

Application:

Application is fairly easy, especially since I have experience with nail strips. If you follow the directions and take your time, you will achieve a fairly quick and inexpensive mani. 

I did notice that there was a tip that sated: “If possible, for a uniform look, avoid over-stretching patterns.” It is easy to over-stretch the strip so be light and gentle when applying. Also, it can be easy to have ripples and bubbles, but like I said, if your patient, it really will turn out for the best. 

Here are the instructions included in the kit:

And the finished product:

I did not add a top coat because I wanted to test the strips out alone. They did very well seeing as I got about 5 days of wear before chipping occurred. For the price that these retail, I will be purchasing more. 

After testing this product I rate it 10/10 because the price, application, and total length of wear seems to uphold my expectations.

Be sure to follow the Sally Hansen brand on Social Media Sites:

 @salllyhansen with #saloneffects for the hashtag

http://www.facebook.com/SallyHansen

And don’t forget about Influenster:

@Influenster #BeautyVoxBox

http://www.facebook.com/Influenster

So, have you tried any nail strips before? What are your thoughts? I love reading your comments so comment away!

xoxo,

mattabellx3

Jun 2, 2012
#Sally Hanses Salon Effects #Influenster #Beauty VoxBox
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