So. Here is what I think about....Foxbrim Ocean Mineral Lotion #foxbrim

This is only the 2nd product that I've tried from Foxbrim. I previously tested & reviewed their Vitamin C Lotion & still enjoy using it. Now I'm trying their Ocean Mineral Lotion. It looks like they've changed their packaging since I received mine & this product is now called Seaweed Complex Lotion. Whatever it is called, the first thing I want to tell you about this lotion is that I am absolutely in love with the scent! It smells really fresh & clean

This lotion contains ingredients like Organic Aloe Vera, Blue Green Algae, Irish Moss, Yarrow, Shea Butter, Jojoba Oil & Green Tea. My lotion came in a 1.7 fluid ounce pump container so it is easy to control how much of the product is dispensed. It is a white lotion & it feels very soft & silky on my skin.

The directions say to use a dime-size amount for even application on face, but I find that I don't need that much. It goes on so smoothly that it doesn't take much to cover my face. And this lotion is great for all skin types. I have slightly sensitive combination skin & it doesn't make my face feel greasy or clog my pores. It absorbs quickly so that I can apply makeup without waiting very long at all.

So. Here is what I think about Foxbrim Ocean Mineral Lotion (Seaweed Complex Lotion): I like that this lotion comes in a pump dispenser. I like that this lotion has such a soft & silky feel on my skin. I like that it absorbs quickly. I like that it is a cruelty-free product that is Made in the U.S.A.

And I LOVE the scent!!

So. Bottom line. If you're looking for a light, silky moisturizer that works for any skin type, you should try this lotion. It comes with a Satisfaction Guarantee. If you are unsatisfied in any way, you will be given a full refund. No questions asked.

You can find this product on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Mineral-Lotion-Seaweed-Complex-Natural/dp/B00PUSM2O4/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1423521126&sr=8-1-fkmr0&keywords=foxbrim+ocean+mineral+lotion+premium+bio-complex

#foxbrim

I received this product in exchange for my honest review. Regardless, I only recommend products that I use personally & believe will be good for my readers. The opinions expressed above are 100% my own.

So. Here is what I think about....Premium Delicates Laundry Bags from Inside Smarts #laundry

I used to have a little drawstring laundry bag that I used whenever I had to put delicate lingerie in the washer so that it would be protected & not damaged. But the problem was that eventually the drawstring stopped holding & the laundry bag was unusable. Recently I had the chance to try the Premium Delicates Laundry Bags from Inside Smarts.

There are 2 small white bags, 1 large white bag & 1 large black bag. These bags are made of a durable mesh fabric that got softer after I used them the first time. The zippers are about an inch down from the top of the bag & are rust-proof. The zipper tab can be pushed under the elastic zipper guard so that it doesn't bang around in the washer or come unzipped.

These bags are also handy for keeping smaller items like socks together in the laundry & I just throw it straight from the washer into the dryer so I am assured that my dryer will never again eat any of my socks! The dark bag is great for keeping dark clothes separated from lighter colors.

So. Here is what I think about Premium Delicates Laundry Bags: I like the elastic zipper guard because I hate to hear the zipper pulls banging around inside the washer & dryer. I like that these bags get softer after the first use. I like that they come in two convenient sizes in one package.

And I really like that this company will stand behind their products with a 100% satisfaction guarantee. They offer hassle-free refunds with no questions asked.

So. Bottom Line. If the laundry bags that you are currently using aren't sturdy, durable & quiet in the washer & dryer, then you should try these laundry bags. Or if you don't use laundry bags, give them a try. They will extend the life of your clothes & keep them protected during laundering.

These laundry bags can be purchased on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Delicates-Laundry-Bags-Premium-Quality/dp/B00PE1JJJI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1423596116&sr=8-1&keywords=premium+delicates+laundry+bags

#laundry

I received this product in exchange for my honest review. Regardless, I only recommend products that I use personally & believe will be good for my readers. The opinions expressed above are 100% my own.

So. Here is what I think about....3-in-1 Cree LED Flashlight from Accessorise Your Life #LEDflashlight

I may have said this before, but....we love flashlights in this house! We keep flashlights in every room of our house, including one in the front hall closet & one on the shelf of the indoor back porch. We have flashlights in the car, in the carport workspace & in the backyard shed. So I'm always excited to get to try a new flashlight.

The first thing I want to say is DO NOT look at this flashlight when you turn it on! There is a warning right on the box, but I didn't see that. I was holding it up when I switched it on & I literally could not see anything for a couple of minutes. It is BRIGHT!

This flashlight works on 3 AAA batteries (not included) which are installed like most other flashlights. Just unscrew  the bottom of the flashlight & drop the batteries, positive side first, into the battery compartment. Screw the bottom back on & you're ready to go!

This flashlight has 3 modes: (1) Click once to turn on the regular LED flashlight mode, (2) Click again to switch to the white LED lights along the barrel of the flashlight, (3) click once more to switch to flashing red LED lights along the barrel of the flashlight. This is a great safety feature in case you have car trouble or a flat tire on the road.

The flashlight is made of durable aluminum, has an attached wrist strap & a magnetic base. This comes in so handy when you're working alone & don't have anyone to help you hold a light. It will attach itself to any metal surface.

So. Here is what I think about the 3-in-1 Cree LED Flashlight: I like that it takes batteries that are not specialized & are easily found in most stores. I like that it is a nice size & not bulky (total length is 8"). I like that it is so bright! I love the magnetic base. It has already come in very handy at our house!

So. Bottom line. If you need a flashlight to use when you're working on home projects or working on the car, this will be a handy one to own. In fact, you'll probably want more than one!

You can get one for yourself on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/AYL-Flashlight-High-Lumen-MAGNETIZED-Emergencies/dp/B00PAES5EO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1422999491&sr=8-1&keywords=ayl+3-in-1+led+flashlight+with+magnetized+base

#LEDflashlight

I received this product in exchange for my honest review. Regardless, I only recommend products that I use personally & believe will be good for my readers. The opinions expressed above are 100% my own. 

So. Here is what I think about....InkJoy Pens by PaperMate #inkjoypens

I love lists. And charts. And calendars. And anything else that will keep me organized & focused on getting everything done that I need to accomplish every day. If something doesn't get written down somewhere, chances are that I will NOT actually complete that task! So when Smiley360 offered a Mission to try these InkJoy pens I knew I was going to love them.

My SmileyKit came with a Smiley360 sticker, a package of InkJoy 300 RT pens in 8 assorted colors, a Shopping List & a $5 WalMart card to purchase another set of pens. When I went to WalMart to buy more pens, my store didn't have a lot in stock but I did find these InkJoy 300 RT Retro design pens in 6 assorted colors, so I was happy.

The pens that came in my SmileyKit are the InkJoy 300 RT pens in these 8 awesome colors:

And the pens that I bought at WalMart are the InkJoy 300 RT Retro pens in 6 assorted colors:

These are all retractable pens with durable metal clips so that you can attach them to your chart or calendar or anywhere you use them but don't want to lose them. The tips are sealed with a tiny ball of was (a Tip Seal) to protect the freshness of the ink. Just remove that & you're ready to go! These pens are really easy to write with & start writing immediately without having to scribble a bit to get them going.

I love the rubberized comfort grips. I don't use online reminders but I do use a LOT of hand-written reminders. So when I'm on a roll making lists, schedules, calendars or any of the other written reminders that I love, I don't want my fingers feeling cramped or aching after writing for a long time.

These pens are so much fun to use! Since I've had them I haven't used my regular old pens at all!

So. Here is what I think about InkJoy Pens: I love all of the colors! It's more fun making my lists & charts when they are color-coded. I like that these pens write so easily without needing a lot of pressure & they don't drag on the paper. I really like the rubberized grips for comfort.

And I like the InkJoy Guarantee: "We guarantee you'll feel the joy with every InkJoy pen. If you don't, drop us a line and we'll make it right."

So. Bottom line. Don't be boring! Use these InkJoy colors to brighten up everything that you write or draw! And these colorful pens will brighten up the pen holder on your desk.

You can find the complete line of InkJoy pens on their website. Or check out their Facebook & Twitter pages.

#inkjoypens #Walmart #freesample

I received this product free from Smiley360 for the purpose of my review. The opinions expressed above are 100% my own.

So. Here is what I think about....Solaray Pro ZX-1 Flashlight Kit

I believe that you can never have too many flashlights! We keep them in every room of our house, in the car, the backyard shed, with our camping gear & in the carport workspace. You just never know when you’ll need one & I don’t want to have to go hunting all over the place to find one. So when I had the chance to try this one, I jumped right on it.

I opened the box & found that everything was neatly packaged separately. Included in the box are the 1200 Lumens LED flashlight with an attached wrist strap, 2 rechargeable Lithium Ion batteries, a wall charger, a plastic battery sleeve, a battery holder so that you can use 3 AAA instead of the Lithium Ion battery, & a handy little solar powered keychain flashlight that worked as soon as I took it out of the box.

This flashlight is really BRIGHT! Be sure you aren't looking right at it when you turn it on because you will blind yourself! I think the coolest thing about this flashlight is the variety of light functions. Besides being able to adjust the beam from a tight zoom to a wide angle, it has 5 modes of lighting: bright, medium, low, intruder strobe & SOS signal. This is a really great flashlight & is handy to have not only around the house but also for our camping trips. In fact, my husband has already taken possession of it!

So. Here is what I think about the Solaray Pro ZX-1 flashlight: I like that it comes with the little keychain flashlight just because it is so handy. I like that it can be used with regular AAA batteries as well as the rechargeable ones so it will always work without waiting for batteries to charge. I like that it has the intruder strobe & SOS signal just in case we ever need it. You never know what might happen on a camping trip!

So. Bottom line. If you want (or need) a really bright flashlight to keep around the house, in the car or to take on camping/hunting/fishing trips, you might want to check this one out. Between the zoom & wide angle beams, you can see everything from close up to far away.

This flashlight can be purchased on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/SOLARAY-Top-Selling-Flashlight-Construction/dp/B00RCATDJA/ref=cm_cr-mr-title

I received this product in exchange for my honest review. Regardless, I only recommend products that I use personally & believe will be good for my readers. The opinions expressed above are 100% my own.

So. Here is what I think about....Naturalico Vitamin C Serum from Bella Naturals #vitamincserum

I love trying products from a company that I've not experienced before. So I was happy to be given the opportunity to try Naturalico Vitamin C Serum from Bella Naturals.

I looked at the ingredients in this serum & was happy to see so many organics like Aloe Vera, Rosehip Seed Oil, Horsetail, Dandelion & Wild Geranium, along with Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Jojoba Oil, Japanese Green Tea leaf extract & Sea Buckthorn Oil.

It comes in an 1 fluid ounce amber dropper bottle & is a clear thin consistency which makes it easy to apply. The directions say to shake the bottle for 1-2 seconds as natural ingredients may separate, then apply a small amount with fingertips. I use it after I have washed my face & used a toner. It really doesn't take much to cover my face & neck areas. It absorbs quickly so I don't have to wait long before applying a moisturizer or putting on makeup.

After using this for a couple of weeks, my skin feels really soft & smooth as well as feeling hydrated all day. I'm hoping that with continued use I'll continue to see improvement. I've always known that applying Vitamin C directly to skin is much more effective than taking it orally. And I'd much rather use a skincare product than take a pill!

So. This is what I think about Naturalico Vitamin C Serum: I like that it has a subtle scent that is not overwhelming. I like that it goes on smoothly & absorbs quickly. I like the way my skin feels so soft & smoother after using it. I like that this serum does not clog my pores & works on my somewhat sensitive combination skin.

And I love that it is made from 98% pure natural ingredients & that 72% of the ingredients are certified as organic.

So. Bottom line. If you want to improve the condition of your skin, Vitamin C serums are the way to go. And this is a good one. If you're not happy, they will give you your money back or a free exchange!

You can purchase this product on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Vitamin-Serum-Hyaluronic-Moisturizer-Ingredients/dp/B00MUKT43M/&ie=UTF8?&m=A1POHYP8Q5HE0B&keywords=vitamin+c+serum

#vitamincserum

I received this product in exchange for my honest review. Regardless, I only recommend products that I use personally & believe will be good for my readers. The opinions expressed above are 100% my own. 

It's time for the February Free Stuff Giveaways at Allure!

The giveaways start tomorrow! Here is what you've got a chance to win this month.

        Monday, February 2nd:


      Tuesday, February 3rd:


       Wednesday, February 4th:


      Thursday, February 5th:


So be sure to go the Allure Free Stuff page at Noon ET each day to submit the form for your chance to win these great products. The first 500 to sign up each day will win! This is a great way to get to try new beauty products.

I'm ready! Are you ready to win some cool stuff? Good Luck!