Monday, December 15, 2014

Mr Sketch Markers- Review


If you haven't already you need to sign up for www.smiley360.com. You take a few surveys and you get picked to review certain products that match your lifestyle or interests. I got picked for the Mr. Sketch Holiday Stix pack.

Anyone remember having these as kids? They were and still are my favorite markers!

Here's what I got for FREE:
Your Smiley kit contains:• $5 Gift Card to Walmart towards any pack of Mr. Sketch Scented Markers
• 1 – Mr. Sketch Holiday Stix 6ct pack
• Smiley360 Sharing Guide



Here's some info about where to find the markers:

The Holiday Stix are only available during the holiday season! So make sure to buy extras for gifts and stocking stuffers. Inside Walmart, look for the special stocking stuffer display in the seasonal area if you would like to purchase the limited edition Holiday Stix. All other Mr. Sketch Scented Markers can be located in the Home/Office/Stationary department near other Children’s Activity writing tools.

Friday, December 12, 2014

Guest Blog - Make Up Tips by PrettyDisgustingFX


I love make up... but I know absolutely nothing about it! I asked a friend of mine who is a professional make-up artist to give us a few tips. Affordable tips at that!

Introducing.... Miss Emily:

As a makeup artist, I am constantly asked what products are must-haves. Now, I could rattle off a million but for the everyday woman, let’s keep it simple yet amazingly effective! No need to break the bank, right? Everyone knows how wonderful Target is and so do makeup artists. Here are my top five must-have products from Target!

 

  1. Boots Botanics Rosewater Toning Spritz ($8.39) - This is heaven in a bottle, seriously. I use it on all skin types because of the calming Rosewater. It moisturizes and tones the skin so say goodbye to redness and big pores. Toners work to tighten the skin after washing it so your skin retains the good stuff.
 
  1. NYX Two Timer Dual Ended Eye Liner ($9.99) – Praise the precision eyeliner gods for this one, ladies! This eyeliner has your Kohl and liquid so no need for two separate tools. The felt tipped eyeliner tapers off into a fine point for that tight line or winged out look. And it doesn’t run off of your eyes!
 
  1. Maybelline Color Sensational Lip Color in Red Revival (see store) – Ladies, take the guess work out of finding the perfect red lipstick. This red color works on all skin tones. Yes, all! Pair it with any liner to play with the shade. If you’re looking for a matte finish, dust with baby powders (that will also help it stay longer!).
 
  1. Market Pantry® Pure Honey Bear 12 oz ($3.64) – Honey is one of the best things if you have acne or just one pimple. As someone with problem skin, trust me on this. I use it every night for ten to twenty minutes, just dab on the pimple and put a piece of tissue and wait. Honey is a natural antiseptic so it gets rid of bacteria aka acne! Don’t use if you have a honey allergy!
 
  1. Any and all e.l.f. products! - This brand is remarkable because it’s inexpensive and good quality. I haven’t come across a product I didn’t like! Check out the dual ended eye primer and sealer, all brushes and eye shadow palettes.

 

Well ladies those are my five Target must-haves so go out and have fun! I want to thank Mallory for letting me share on her blog about products I love and I hope you do too! 

 

 

Emily Garrison, owner of Pretty.Disgusting.FX, has worked in the industry for four years. She has worked with The Food Network, on feature films and photoshoots. She also worked for MAC Cosmetics and teaches classes in beauty makeup and FX. She currently resides in Texas.

Book Emily at www.prettydisgusting.net
 

Wednesday, December 3, 2014

Scentsy- Review


Scentsy - Product Review

We all know and LOVE this name. If you haven’t heard of it… you have been living under a rock.

Scentsy started to be in everyone’s homes in 2009. Since then they have expanded tremendously adding new sister companies along with lots of must-have products.

When I got asked to do a review for Scentsy I didn’t even think about actually NOT liking a product. There’s absolutely NO way that you can’t like one of their products. You might not like a certain scent, but there is always something different to try.

I for one, am a sucker for anything food or pumpkin. Ha! Especially during the holidays. There is just something about my house smelling like Pumpkin Pie. The only downside to that is when my husband comes home to ZERO pies being made.

So… back to my review… I got to try out the amazing Zen Rock warmer from their Element collection. I have lots of light up warmers, but this was my first one that didn’t illuminate. Basically, you’re getting the same fun stuff only in a smaller package. I also got to try Pumpkin Roll.... it has always been one of my favorites! Deliciousness in a plastic container.



Scentsy is known for their Simple System. They have a HUGE line of warmers that melt specially formulated wax with the heat of a low-watt light bulb. They have more than 80 Scentsy fragrances depending on what season it is! Their warmers melt the wax safely, with no flame, smoke, or soot.

Did you read that last sentence?? Their warmers melt the wax safely, with no flame, smoke, or soot.

Have you ever wondered where all the wax goes when you start burning a candle… with an OPEN FLAME? After several hours the wax just disappears. Actually, you are breathing it in… you KIDS are breathing this crap in. With Scentsy, once you melt the wax for several hours… and I mean close to a million (Ok, not really a million hours. I have used the same wax for a few weeks though!) the wax is still there in the dish!! I usually keep the container it comes in and pour it back in once the scent has weakened. I say weakened instead of “gone” because I can always smell a small scent. I usually put my used wax container under the sinks, in closets, or in my dresser just for the subtle smell. I love them.

The low-watt light bulb… genius. Anyone have a TWO year old that can’t keep their grubby paws off anything? Yeah, Miss K touches, eats, smells, destroys just about everything. Unfortunately, she thinks my Scentsy warmers are another version of a paraffin wax bar before her next manicure. Thankfully…. The wax is being melted at room temperature so she won’t get burned.

Soot…. What a bad, bad word for someone who rents a house. OR someone with allergies! Yuck!  The actual definition is fine black particles, chiefly composed of carbon, produced by incomplete combustion of coal, oil, wood, or other fuels. Double yuck! When you burn a candle… YOU’RE INHALING THAT!!!

Here is a picture of my candle mishap. I have yet to get it completely off. Yes, I even used a magic eraser.



With my Scentsy warmer I don’t have to worry about any of that. The only thing I need to think about is when to change my wax. Which… I must admit, I’m terrible at that.



So Cristina… hands down she has the BEST customer service. She goes above and beyond to make sure her customers are happy. I participated in one of her fundraisers and just for being a part of it she sent me a little “Thank You” gift in the mail. (Each Individual consultant can offer fundraisers to organizations. You can get credit for sales, but you give up a percentage of your actual commission to the group doing the fundraiser. She always gives them 100% of her commission.) She also has a customer loyalty program AND sends monthly samples! My mailbox smells better than yours!

Another one of my favorite things she offers (Completely on her own) is a subscription to Scent of the month. I love to get the scent of the month but can hardly remember to buy one every month. You can pay for your monthly bar and she will automatically send it to you.

 
Now…. WHO is ready for an amazing giveaway just in time for Christmas?




 

Here are the links to get in touch with Cristina:



** I was not compensated besides the actual product for this review. This is based on my own personal opinion and not the views of Scensty. This giveaway is done by me in its entirety.**

Scentsy- Review


Scentsy - Product Review

We all know and LOVE this name. If you haven’t heard of it… you have been living under a rock.

Scentsy started to be in everyone’s homes in 2009. Since then they have expanded tremendously adding new sister companies along with lots of must-have products.

When I got asked to do a review for Scentsy I didn’t even think about actually NOT liking a product. There’s absolutely NO way that you can’t like one of their products. You might not like a certain scent, but there is always something different to try.

I for one, am a sucker for anything food or pumpkin. Ha! Especially during the holidays. There is just something about my house smelling like Pumpkin Pie. The only downside to that is when my husband comes home to ZERO pies being made.

So… back to my review… I got to try out the amazing Zen Rock warmer from their Element collection. I have lots of light up warmers, but this was my first one that didn’t illuminate. Basically, you’re getting the same fun stuff only in a smaller package. I also got to try Pumpkin Roll.... it has always been one of my favorites! Deliciousness in a plastic container.



Scentsy is known for their Simple System. They have a HUGE line of warmers that melt specially formulated wax with the heat of a low-watt light bulb. They have more than 80 Scentsy fragrances depending on what season it is! Their warmers melt the wax safely, with no flame, smoke, or soot.

Did you read that last sentence?? Their warmers melt the wax safely, with no flame, smoke, or soot.

Have you ever wondered where all the wax goes when you start burning a candle… with an OPEN FLAME? After several hours the wax just disappears. Actually, you are breathing it in… you KIDS are breathing this crap in. With Scentsy, once you melt the wax for several hours… and I mean close to a million (Ok, not really a million hours. I have used the same wax for a few weeks though!) the wax is still there in the dish!! I usually keep the container it comes in and pour it back in once the scent has weakened. I say weakened instead of “gone” because I can always smell a small scent. I usually put my used wax container under the sinks, in closets, or in my dresser just for the subtle smell. I love them.

The low-watt light bulb… genius. Anyone have a TWO year old that can’t keep their grubby paws off anything? Yeah, Miss K touches, eats, smells, destroys just about everything. Unfortunately, she thinks my Scentsy warmers are another version of a paraffin wax bar before her next manicure. Thankfully…. The wax is being melted at room temperature so she won’t get burned.

Soot…. What a bad, bad word for someone who rents a house. OR someone with allergies! Yuck!  The actual definition is fine black particles, chiefly composed of carbon, produced by incomplete combustion of coal, oil, wood, or other fuels. Double yuck! When you burn a candle… YOU’RE INHALING THAT!!!

Here is a picture of my candle mishap. I have yet to get it completely off. Yes, I even used a magic eraser.



With my Scentsy warmer I don’t have to worry about any of that. The only thing I need to think about is when to change my wax. Which… I must admit, I’m terrible at that.



So Cristina… hands down she has the BEST customer service. She goes above and beyond to make sure her customers are happy. I participated in one of her fundraisers and just for being a part of it she sent me a little “Thank You” gift in the mail. (Each Individual consultant can offer fundraisers to organizations. You can get credit for sales, but you give up a percentage of your actual commission to the group doing the fundraiser. She always gives them 100% of her commission.) She also has a customer loyalty program AND sends monthly samples! My mailbox smells better than yours!

Another one of my favorite things she offers (Completely on her own) is a subscription to Scent of the month. I love to get the scent of the month but can hardly remember to buy one every month. You can pay for your monthly bar and she will automatically send it to you.

 
Now…. WHO is ready for an amazing giveaway just in time for Christmas?




 

Here are the links to get in touch with Cristina:



** I was not compensated besides the actual product for this review. This is based on my own personal opinion and not the views of Scensty. This giveaway is done by me in its entirety.**