Libre tea glass review & giveaway

A great way to make a single cup of hot tea. 
Libre tea glass is easy to use (once you watch the how to video) and perfect for someone like me. 
I am the only hot tea drinker in my home. We drink lot's of iced tea but only I drink hot tea.

Having my Libre tea glass is so helpful. 

I just add my loose leaf tea and hot water, screw the cap back on and wait for my tea leaves to steep to my 
perfect glass of hot tea. 

I was a little scared to use it at 1st until I watched the video and learned that it's easy. I and Libre recommend that you watch the short video before ever using your tea glass. 
 There are 2 ways to use the glass. I drink lots of green tea and like to take it with me in the car for my ride to work. 
So I add my loose leaf tea, add hot water, screw on the lid and go. 
Easy as that. 
For a faster way to make tea, or when drinking black tea or a tea with limited steep time you would
unscrew the lid and filter, add your water 1st screw the filter back on and add your tea leaves above the filter, add the lid (make sure you have it on tight) turn your Libre tea glass upside down till the desired color then flip back over and unscrew both lid and  filter and your tea is ready to drink. 

Since I drink more green tea's I prefer method one. 

Beautiful and convenient, the Libre glass ‘n poly styles provide -

• a glass interior and durable poly exterior  - keeps tea hot yet not too hot to cold – in fact, a great hand-warmer
• a removable stainless-steel filter that keeps tea leaves in the glass, out of your mouth and it’s removable, for easy cleaning

Choose the Libre glass’n poly Original (9 oz), Large (14 oz) or Mug (10 oz) – - carry it in your backpack or purse and know you are only seconds away from a blissful tea moment. 
 The cool thing is you can send one to Canada, USA or UK - shop in your local currency with local shipping today!

Use your Libre tea glass in the car, on a hike, on your bike, at the office, at a yoga class; wherever you happen to be, enjoy your favorite loose leaf tea.

The glass ‘n poly Libre styles are all a BPA-free experience for your tea.

The Libre glass’n poly Original (9 oz.) has a health-conscious glass interior for fresh taste and a durable polycarbonate exterior for ‘on the go’ practicality. The fine stainless steel tea filter is surrounded by BPA-free polypropylene as is the lid interior. This is the glass that I reviewed. I loved that the outside was warm enough to heat my hands on cold morning, but not too hot to touch. There is a inner shell that holds the water. It also never stains and never seems to hold odor (not that tea smells)      
If you're a hot tea drinker like me, you will love the Libre tea glass. 
Enter below for your chance to win the 9oz Original Libre tea glass. 

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Organic Cotton Women's Lab Coats: 20% Discount

Organic Cotton Women's Lab Coats: 20% Discount

Crooked Brook is offering a 20% discount off all of their Certified 100% Organic Cotton Twill, Women's Lab Coats from with 06/28/14 through 06/12/14 with the 
Discount Code “Organic Cotton Woman’s Lab Coat Discount”.

Crooked Brook lab coats are made to order according to the customer’s style, fit, and fabric specifications. By combining the different options; (fabric, buttons, pocket, collar, cuffs, sleeves and piping) customers can design their own lab coat, or they may order a lab coat the way it appears on their website.

Women’s lab coats are available in numerical sizes 2-26. For women whose size is considered petite or plus size (extra large or over size 20), they recommend that customers call them to discuss their body measurements to ensure a proper fit.

In addition Crooked Brook offer women's lab coats in what they call combination sizes. For example, if a woman's body measurements were 39-31-41 according to their size chart she would be their size 14. However, if her measurements were 39-33-43, she could order a 14 top, 16 bottom women's lab coat.

By using combination sizes, maternity lab coats can be made in any of their women's lab coat styles.

 
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FRESH WAVE PEARL Packs ~ Review & Giveaway

Natural Fresh Wave® Pearl Packs fit anywhere odor hides. The perfect odor removing solution for tight, confined or hard-to-access areas, these odor removers work much like our odor control Crystal Gels. Just add a Pearl Pack and allow ambient airflow to spread the odor eliminating power of the Fresh Wave ingredients.

Pearl Packs are great for your car, small trashcans (like the bathroom) and closets. 
I have one in all the above places and they work great to remove the odors. 
Perfect little pouches of odor controlling Crystal Gel, that work perfectly. 

So far, every item I have tried from Fresh Wave works just perfect and as it states. 
I love the idea that all I have to do is put a Pearl Pack in an area that I want to eliminate odors and it works like magic.
It works right away scrubbing the air clean of unwanted odors.  

The compact size and dry formulation make Pearl Packs the ideal odor remover for sweaty shoes, athletic bags and under car seats to remove smoke and fast food odors. You can even use them in your bag-less vacuum cleaner to deodorize vacuum exhaust.

I never thought about putting the Pearl Pack in the fridge, until I went to host this review. Such a good idea. 
The pouches are small and will fit anywhere you need them too. Why not the fridge?

Fresh Wave Pearl Packs are not like air fresheners because instead of covering up odors with masking fragrances (crisp linen; apple cinnamon; etc.), Fresh Wave actually eliminates odors completely. Fresh Wave contains no harsh chemicals and no fake scents - just plant oils and water.

Fresh Wave is a natural product, safe to use anywhere- even near kids and pets. Every product in the Fresh Wave family is non-toxic, non-hazardous, and effective against any odor imaginable.

You will love Fresh Wave Pearl Packs, you can use them ANYWHERE you need odors removed. 

What is Fresh Wave?
Fresh Wave natural odor eliminators are a safe, natural, effective solution to eliminating odors regardless of their cause or location.
How does Fresh Wave work?
Fresh Wave uses the power of nature and science to eliminate odors completely. The science can be somewhat complex: Effectively, all odors are molecular compounds. Fresh Wave products work to break apart the chemical bonds that exist between these molecules, rendering them inert. But the simplicity of the products is knowing you're using a safe and effective odor eliminator that's been tested by a myriad of academic and third-party experts.

                                           Would you like to eliminate odors in smaller places?
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Hemptique ~ Review & Giveaway

Excellent 100% natural Hemp products from a great company. Hemptique sells tons of great products you can use in your home and life with no worries of chemicals or wondering what it's made of.With excellent customer service, Hemptique is the company you will want to use for all natural fiber cords, twines, ropes, yarns, garments, fabrics, bags, pet products and other accessories you will need. 

Hemptique® is TMI’s registered trade mark. Trade Marker International supplies high quality hemp and natural fiber-based products under its Hemptique® brand and private label brands.

Under the Hemptique® brand we design, develop, manufacture and supply hemp, bamboo, cotton, and organic cotton and other natural fiber-based products. Our line consists of natural fiber cords, twines, ropes, yarns, garments, fabrics, bags, pet products and other accessories.

In addition to revitalizing the use of hemp and other eco-friendly natural fiber-based products, we also develop mutually beneficial, long term relationships with clients and partners who value and appreciate our environment friendly products. Customers and clients will appreciate our customer service and support.

We innovate in the modern use of eco-friendly hemp with constant product development and private label production. The very best of our ideas are carried into production with our Hemptique® brand products and
 Hemptique® Apparel & Accessory lines.

The Hemp Gardening Cord - Sage #170 is a great product to use in the garden. You can tie back plants that need a little assistance or just use it to bundle up already picked items. So far I have only been able to use my Hemp Gardening Cord to hold my tomatoes to the post. I have tomatoes only planted in pots in my yard, until the new house is done and I can have a real garden. I like how the cord is Plant Friendly and Biodegradable. I don't have to worry about an odd chemical seeping into my plants. The cord is soft and very easy to work with. My cat even loves to get into the roll (when I left it on the floor) and play around with it. This would be great use for anything you need thick cord for, inside or outside the home. Gardening, Crafting, Packaging wrapping, etc. 

• 100% HEMP
• Length: Approximately 41.6 yards / 38 meters
• Biodegradable & Eco Friendly.

Hemptique designs the finest quality Eco-Chic hemp Cord. It is the perfect choice for your crafting and gardening needs.

Hemptique's Hemp Cord is an Earth-Friendly alternative to using oil-processed rope in your gardening and crafting endeavors. Some of the endless uses of Hemptique Hemp Cord are:

• Fastening garden & household plants (tomatos, flowers, etc.)
• Garden birdbath embellishment
• Hemp Rope wrapped flowerpots
• Rustic hanging plant holders
• Decorative garden rope path guides

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The Tangerine Sage Soap is like heaven in the form or a bar =)
from the second I opened my box of Hemptique products to that night when I took my shower, I couldn't stop smelling the wonderful Tangerine smell. 
I was in heaven. 
Not only is this a great soap that makes your skin soft and smell great. It's like having a wonderfully fruity smelling air freshener in your bathroom. Each and every time I step into my bathroom I can smell this heavenly sweet scent. 
The bar of soap came packaged as you see to the right & in a white paper bag. The top of the soap has a raw edge with lots of tangerine zest scattered ontop, it smells so good you would think you could take a bite out of it. 

Hemptique Face & Body Handmade Soap - Tangerine Sage

Product Specifications

• Made with a blend of saponified olive, palm kernel, coconut & hemp oil, shea butter & silk fibers.
• Scented with frag or essen oils.
• Weight: 5.4oz
• No animal products used.

Hemptique's handmade soap has a wonderful, rich, creamy lather which gently cleans and moisturizes your skin. Our elegant Tangerine Sage soap will add a touch of sophistication to any bathroom.

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Bakers Twine - Tiki Bar - 6 Pack comes in this great cardboard type box that makes the twine easy to use. I just started the strand (color) I needed out of the front of the box and pulled till I got my desired length. I am not sure if this is the intended use for the box. But I can say it helped keep the twine from getting tangled & kept it nice and neat.  I love the variety of colors the box came with. So far I have used my twine in tying up the top of a bag of cookies I made for the neighbors. To tie and hold on wax paper for a cake I made at home and brought to work and on gifts I sent my Mom including decorating the card I made her. I can say this Bakers Twine will come in great use in my home. Like I said it will all stay in the box it came in and I have hung the box on our bulletin board in the kitchen, now when I need twine I know right where to go. I give Hemptique Bakers Twine Thumbs Up on the GREATEST PRODUCT for any home. You will find so much use for this box of twine. 

• 100% Cotton
• 2 Ply
• Length: Approximately 6x20 yards / 6x18.9 meters
• 1mm thickness
• Attributes: Biodegradable, Eco Friendly, AZO-Free Dye, and Oil Free.

Hemptique designs the finest quality Eco-Chic cotton cord. It is the perfect choice for your crafting needs.

These beautiful packaged Cotton Bakers Twine packaged options allow the crafter to create a gorgeous landscape of projects. Created with a tropical setting in mind, let your projects bask in the luscious sun of creativity! Hemptique’s Cotton Bakers Twine decorative and strong 2 ply Bakers Twine is the perfect material for scrapbooking and giving the final embellishment to gifts and cards!

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One thing I will say that sort of confused me is Hemptique is a site and so is Hemp Trend. From what I gather Hemptique is the site that show's everything and talks about the products and Hemp Trend is where you actually buy the products from. Either way you will find what your looking for. Hemptique has a SHOP button that goes to Hemp Trend. To me confusing but it all goes to the same place in the end. I just thought I would point that out in case you were confused like I was. 

I got this note back from Hemptique today explaining the above. Thought I would share it with you all so your not confused like I was: "Hemptique (us) designs, manufactures, and distributes as a wholesaler. Hemp Trend, which is a different company from us, is an on-line retailer. Hemp Trend has a special place, however, they are our premier on-line retailer and they are literally, figuratively, and geographically very close to us."

On Lucky Simple Side of Life viewer will win the 3 above Hemptique items. 
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Red Cup Living Review & Giveaway

I love having my own cup that is just mine. A unique cup that fits my personality. To me that would be my new 
Red Cup Living Pink Cup with Straw & Lid. 
Everyone know's it's mine. I love pink, I love straws with my drink and I always seem to have a cup with me, 
drinking tea, water or whatever else I may be thirsty for. 

"Put a lid on it!"  We did, and added a straw.  Available in 6 fun pops of color you can mix and match for any occasion.

• Also available in red, blue, orange, yellow & green
• Lid & straw included!
• Reusable & dishwasher safe
• Great for parties, BBQs, beach, pool, camping, boating, tailgating or just hanging out
• Break-resistant, solid double wall ABS plastic
• BPA & Phthalates free, FDA approved
• Kind to our earth

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When I first got my cup, at the new house in the mail. I opened it right up, rinsed it off and started using it. I took what I had in my other cup I used to carry around and put it right into my new Red Cup Living Pink Cup.I haven't set it down since. This is my everyday, goes with me from home to car to work and back home again cup. 

After purchasing a home from family friends, we immediately built a brick patio out front. Why? We wanted to know our neighbors. Tall, short, young, old, successful, struggling, worldly, religious, liberal, conservative—it really didn’t matter. We believe everyone has something to offer. So, every Friday night (and other times if there is something to celebrate) we open our patio, share red cups and conversation with friends, family and neighbors.

It all began with our family. At the end of the day, when everyone was arriving home from work, school, etc. they would stop by and have a red cup. Regardless of what was in the red cup, it was a sign of a fun, spontaneous get-together. A time to talk, connect and just relax from a long week. Soon our neighbors started to come over. Most people we knew and some people we didn’t. Neighbors met each other and new friendships were born. After a while, it became clear that the red cup and patio parties were a way of life, a philosophy – we call it Red Cup Living®. Ironically, it was over red cups during one of these patio parties that the idea of reusable red cups was envisioned.

Our mission is to inspire others to get together with friends, family and neighbors to create good times and great memories. There’s no better way to do that than sharing a red cup and conversation. Do you have a tight-knit neighborhood? Regardless of your answer, we hope to ignite patio parties across America and challenge each person to raise a red cup and connect.

No matter what your red cup holds, we say “Cheers!” We encourage you to check out our products and use them for your own patio parties. Who knows the change you could start?

Raise a Red Cup & Cheers!
Mike & Katy

No matter what kind of cup you like Red Cup Living is sure to have it. From wine, margarita, shot glasses, Beer mug to just a basic cup & more.... they have it all. I think Red Cup Living is a great site that has very good priced cups to suit all your drinking needs. Check them out, order some great Red Cup Living Cup's for your home. 

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Teeccino, America's #1 Coffee Alternative, Review & Giveaway

If you're like me and can't tolerate caffeine, or just don't want to have too much caffeine later in the day but love coffee, than you are reading the right review. Teeccino, is America's #1 Coffee Alternative

I received the above pictured items to try and have very much enjoyed each and every one of them. 

Usually as most of you know, I don't drink coffee. I love coffee but never drink it. I can't tolerate caffeine. Unless I continue drinking it daily my body freaks out and I have horrible headaches. Even a caffeine free product seems to have enough caffeine that it still effects me. But not with Teeccino. I have had a cup of Organic Herbal coffee every few days and have had NO headaches. I didn't even drink it day after day, I skipped a few days to see if it would work for me.
 I was pleasantly surprised and very happy. 

Not only does Teeccino sell wonderful caffeine free coffees but they also sell teas & cereals. 
I did not try any tea's but I am sure they are just as good as the coffee. 

Since there is only two people in my home and my boyfriend doesn't drink coffee, it was nice to have a tea bag single serve type coffee when I wanted it. We don't even own a coffee pot to brew a cup of coffee in ( I had to brew the big bags at work). 

• Teeccino Tee-bags make brewing Teeccino easy and convenient at home or on the go!
• Each Tee-bag contains 6g of Teeccino. Regular tea bags only hold 1 - 2g. Teeccino Tee-bagshave more than 3 times the product as regular tea bags to create a full-bodied brew.
• The exact same Teeccino grounds are in the Tee-bagsas in our 11 oz bags. Tee-bags are simply Teeccino in a filter bag.
• Each Tee-bagis individually wrapped in an envelope to seal in flavor and make it easy to transport wherever you go.
• • Oxygen bleached tea bag filter paper
  • 100% recycled carton: 50% post consumer material

Hazelnut is one of my favorite flavors in coffee, so when I tried the Hazelnut Herbal Coffee Tee-Bags I was in heaven. The flavor was the excellent buttery hazelnut flavor I have always liked. The coffee was a medium roast with an excellent taste, no acidic after tones. There was a hint of figs flavor with each sip.  I really enjoyed my cup of Hazelnut Herbal Coffee. 
After drinking it I looked online to see what exactly was in the bag I had just brewed and this is all that is contained: 
Ingredients: Roasted organic carob, organic barley, organic chicory, dates, almonds, organic dates, natural hazelnut flavor, figs.Contains: Almonds.

Excellent product, Excellent taste. 

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Vanilla Nut was my second favorite Herbal Coffee Tee-Bag. It has a great nutty vanilla taste, just like the name. I know that's not a good description since that's pretty much the name of the coffee, so to sum it up, the flavor was EXCELLENT. 

Vanilla Nut was the first Teeccino flavor ever created. I wanted to feature vanilla beans from Mexico where I was working to preserve rainforests.

Vanilla,the only orchid used in food, has become a favorite the world over due to its unparalleled fragrance and complex, heady flavor. Vanilla is indigenous to Central America where it was discovered by the native people centuries before the Spanish arrived. The Aztec Emperor, Montezuma, was said to be drinking an elixir for longevity made from cacao, vanilla and honey when the conquistadors were ushered in for an audience.

Directions:

• Pour 8 oz of boiling water over the Tee-bag in a cup and steep for 3-5 minutes.
• Dunk the bag several times in the beginning for the best brew.
• Use 2 Tee-bags for a stronger brew in a larger mug or tea pot.
• Add milk, non-dairy milk and sweetener as you prefer.

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I am not a fan of anything chocolate, but I still tried and enjoyed my cup of Decaf Chocolate Herbal Coffee Tee-Bags. 

When Montezuma was drinking his “Nectar of the Gods”, a brew that combined cocao beans with vanilla, honey, and chiles, he knew what he was doing. Just a bit of heat generated from those chiles will wake up your system with just the right amount of stimulation. It's subtle so it won’t overwhelm your senses, yet it provides a gentle prod with warmth for your digestion and circulation.

Though we can’t guarantee that it will bestow longevity on you like it was reputed to do for the royal Aztec lineage, we can tell you that Montezuma and his Maya neighbors knew how to create exciting flavor that is worthy of the Gods. Roasted coffee and chocolate notes from ramon seeds blended with cacao, vanilla and chile ~ now this is truly an exalted beverage from the New World brought to you courtesy of Teeccino!

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Gluten Free and Delicious. You know anything Gluten Free is a favorite of mine. I try my best to eat/drink/live a gluten free life style (to help with my migraines and other issues I have)

Dandelion Dark Roast Tee-Bag has a excellent dark roast flavor that I just loved. Again like all the coffee's fr om Teeccino it had NO acidic taste. Just pure coffee goodness. 

For people like me that try or have to eat Gluten free here is a little info about this coffee: Even though Teeccinohas been tested to have no detectable levels of gluten at 5 parts per million when brewed using a paper filter, you may be worried that you might still experience a reaction to the barley in Teeccino. Understanding that gluten-sensitive people, just like caffeine-sensitive people, can be hyper sensitive to trace gluten, I decided it was time to create a barley-free coffee alternative that is absolutely gluten-free.

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Great anytime meal. I really liked the Blueberry Date TeeChia sustained energy cereal.Plus its Gluten Free. The cereal consists of a perfect blend of gluten-free oats, blueberries and dates creating a high performance cereal to keep you energized and satisfied all morning long. I ate this one one morning and my stomach stayed full way past lunch time. It was delicious!

Energize your day with TeeChia, a delicious cereal created from nature's own nutritious seeds & fruits that produce lasting energy and satisfaction without the crashes or cravings caused by sugar-packed cereals.

TeeChia blends nutrient-dense super seeds, chia, flax, quinoa, amaranth, ramon & pumpkin, with gluten-free rolled oats, blueberries, dates and currants. With a full spectrum of antioxidants, omega-3 essential fatty acids, soluble and insoluble fiber, vitamins and minerals, TeeChia makes a quick and easy wholesome meal.

TeeChia's chia and flax seeds swell when soaked to create a naturally smooth fiber that has profoundly beneficial effects on your digestive tract. You'll experience the difference TeeChia makes to keep you regular daily.

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Cranberry Apple TeeChiais also an excellent way to start your day. Or like I said any meal that you want to stick with you. I really enjoyed both the cereals. 

TeeChiablends nutrient-dense super seeds, chia, flax, quinoa, amaranth, ramon & pumpkin, with gluten-free rolled oats, cranberries, apples, dates and almonds. With a full spectrum of antioxidants, omega-3 essential fatty acids, soluble and insoluble fiber, vitamins and minerals, TeeChiamakes a quick and easy wholesome meal.

Good advice when making the cereal:
Get the best results from TeeChia by activating its unique fiber before eating it. Simply soak a serving of TeeChia in a bowl by pouring a small amount of water over it. Water, whether hot or cold, quickly releases the soluble fiber in both chia and flax. We recommend adding milk, yogurt or non-dairy alternatives to TeeChia after it has been soaked because milk or its non-dairy alternative won’t activate the gel as quickly and efficiently as water does.

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Teeccino Herbal Coffee is America’s #1 favorite coffee alternative that is caffeine-free. Founded in 1994 by CEO Caroline MacDougall, Teeccino comes in 19 delicious varieties either in loose grounds or Tee-Bags. Every cup of Teeccino is brimming with nutritious health benefits that are naturally released during brewing from Teeccino’s herbs, grains, fruits and nuts. 
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DelfogoRx Professional Vitamin C 22% Anti-aging Serum From SkinPro Review & Giveaway

My skin has become noticeably softer and smoother and uneven skin tones are gone.

I've always suffered from uneven skin tons. For the past two weeks I have been using DelfogoRx Professional Vitamin C 22% Anti-aging Serum From SkinPro and so far LOVE this product. The serum quickly corrected my uneven skin tones & made my skin glow. ALL this not after the two weeks but after about 3 days of using the serum. The radiant glow speaks for itself. Seeing is believing and its simply incredible. I am usually not one to try products of this type. If it's not on the shelf at my local store, I don't buy it. I have always been whatever when it comes to my skin. But with DelfogoRx Professional Vitamin C 22% Anti-aging Serum From SkinPro, I am HAPPY I gave it a try.
I guess it's about time to take preventive measures as i'm only getting older and so's my skin. What this serum has done for my skin within two week is what a lifetime of store bought creams hasn't come close to doing.  

If you have spent lots of time in the sun like I have and your skin tones aren't as even as you would like, trust me DelfogoRx Professional Vitamin C 22% Anti-aging Serum From SkinPro  is the product you have been looking for. 
You will be amazed by the results. 


We all put lots of stress on our skin, but our face get's the brunt of it all. 
You can roll back the years of abuse you have given your skin in just a few days. 
I apply my DelfogoRx Professional Vitamin C 22% Anti-aging Serum From SkinPro  every morning and night after washing my face. Just a few small drops ( I use 2)  from the bottles dropper is all it takes. My skin glows and looks perfect now. 

SkinPro introduces the World's most potent Vitamin C serum.

For the first time ever, cosmetic pharmacist Irwin Grams has been able to produce a formula with a Vitamin C concentration of 22%. This serum also contains an unheard of 0.8% dose of Ferulic Acid along with 2% Vitamin E.

To compare to leading brands, Skinceutical's C E Ferulic (MSRP $153.00), contains only 15% Vitamin C, 0.5% Ferulic Acid and 1% Vitamin E and it is considered to be an industry leader and perrenial best seller.

This professional anti-aging serum contains pure hyaluronic acid and is dispensed by way of a medical dropper. 

This is the most potent Vitamin C serum that has ever been released and it is on slae now on Amazon.com with a Complete Satisfaction Guarantee.

Here are the benefits of using this serum:

- Stimulates collagen synthesis to make your skin appear many years younger and significantly more vibrant.
- Reduces the signs of aging and diminishes the appearance of photo damage through the new science of the stimulation of collagen production.
- The most advanced environmental protection against all forms of UVA, UVB and infrared radiation A.
- Increases the skin firmness and elasticity upon application, which replenishes the vital lipids in order to reduce wrinkles.
- Acts as a super antioxidant that also enhances the protection of sunscreen against damaging solar rays to better protect the skin.

Satisfaction is Guaranteed
Rest easy knowing that this product is backed by the comprehensive SkinPro Complete Satisfaction Guarantee. 

22% Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid) is the highest potency and quality on the market

Features 0.8% Ferulic Acid and 2% Vitamin E (Alpha Tocopherol) for increased environmental protection against UVA, UVB and infared radiation A
Stimulates collagen synthesis to improve the signs of aging and increases skin firmness and replenishes vital lipids to reduce wrinkles
Key Ingredient: 22% L-ascorbic acid: Neutralizes free radicals and promotes collagen synthesis. Key Ingredient: 2% alpha tocopherol (vitamin E): Neutralizes free radicals, provides the healing process. Key Ingredient: 0.8% ferulic acid: This plant-based antioxidant neutralizes free radicals, inhibits UV-induced melanogenesis, and has anti-inflammatory properties.
Formulated in the USA by Master Cosmetic Pharmacist Irwin Grams in our FDA Registered Facility, this product is 100% Natural with no Parabens or Alcohol

One Lucky viewer will win DelfogoRx Professional Vitamin C 22% Anti-aging Serum From SkinPro, if you don't win and you have uneven, weathered or just dull skin, this is a product you really want to try. 
You will be very happy after just one day of using it. I was!

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Fresh Wave ~ Crystal Gel Design Collection Review & Giveaway

Fresh Wave has some great products to help eliminate odors in your home. 
I especially like the Fresh Wave Crystal Gel Design Collection. 
The Crystal Gel comes packaged in a nice container with a silver decorative lid. 
Inside is a enclosed bag of Crystal Gel. 
After opening the bag and emptying it into the container & closing the decorative lid, I set my Fresh Wave Crystal Gel Design Collection in my kitchen. 
I liked the way the container looked sitting on my counter and loved how it helped eliminate kitchen odors. 
Cooking is one of my favorite things to do. Most meals consist of onions, garlic or other things to tend to stink up my kitchen. After setting the Fresh Wave Crystal Gel Design Collection out I now notice those smells are 
eliminated from my kitchen. 
I don't have to worry about harsh chemicals or strong fragrances with Fresh Wave products. 
No matter if i'm cooking or not I don't have to worry about odors anymore in my kitchen, I now have 24/7 odor control. 

EXCELLENT product in a nice container that adds a touch of design to anywhere you choose to place it. 

The Crystal Gel Design Collection Delivering a higher standard in odor elimination...featured in a beautifully decorative package. Ideal for any room in your home and designed to complement any decor. This elegant set includes 18oz. of Fresh Wave Crystal Gel in a decorative frosted canister with a matte chrome lid and holds up to 24oz. of Fresh Wave Crystal Gel. Display in bathroom, kitchen, basement, nursery, living room and anywhere you need odor control throughout the year. Simply empty the 18oz. Crystal Gel bag into the container to effectively eliminate odors for up to 90 days, safely and naturally. Refill with our 64oz. refill size. For only $19.99 you will be happy you bought this product. 
Results start as soon as you open the Crystal Gel Packet. 

One LUCKY viewer will win their own Crystal Gel Design Collection 
to use anywhere in your home you want to eliminate odors. 

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Fresh Wave Fresh Pod Review & Giveaway

Fresh Wave has some wonderful products to keep your home, car and life fresh. They don't add heavy perfume smells, Fresh Wave is like opening a bag of coffee, you smell that initial coffee bean smell but after leaving that bag open you no longer smell it. While you may smell the plant oil combination when you first open, the products they don't provide a scent to the room. But they do take away the bad smells you don't want. 
 I have been using Fresh Wave products in my home the last few weeks and love that they have left a taken away odors all over my home. 
I have 3 cats, 2 dogs and for some reason my trash can always seems to smell. 
After receiving the Fresh Pod my odors are now gone (minus the skunk that just sprayed outside my house, as I write this review) The Fresh Pod is a great addition to any home, trash can, cat box or bathroom trash area. 

The new Fresh Wave Fresh Pod is designed for unobtrusive odor elimination in tight spaces. At only 4.125" wide x .625" thick x 5.125" long, this low profile unit contains one Fresh Wave Pearl Pack and will adhere to any clean, flat surface to provide continuous odor elimination 24/7. Refillable with Fresh Wave Pearl Packs, which last up to 60 days per pack!
One 60 day pack is only $5.99

Fresh Wave Fresh Pod is super easy to use and lasts up to 60 days. Just peel the strips off the back of your Fresh Pod, stick it to the area you need help with. The odor you were trying to get rid of will soon disappear.
I think the Fresh Wave Fresh Pod is a great product and I will continue to use them in my home. 
Cat box odors are now gone. I just stuck the Fresh Pod on the side of the cat box, not only did it take away the odor but my laundry room now smells like my laundry soap and softener not like cat litter. 
My trash can area in the kitchen seemed to always smell like old food. We eat chicken almost every night and sometimes forget to take the trash out before bed. In the morning our house will smell odd and after a little investigating I realize it's the old chicken pieces that were thrown out. YUCK! But now that I am using a Fresh Pod on the side of my kitchen trash can, I don't have to worry about those smells and always making sure I get the trash out before we go to bed. 
I think EVERYONE should have Fresh Wave Fresh Pod's in their home. You will love them like I do. 

About Fresh Wave

Tired of heavily perfumed deodorizers that merely mask foul smells? Fresh Wave is the cure for the common, chemical air freshener. Unscented Fresh Wave® was created to eliminate odors...naturally. Fresh Wave Sprays, Crystal Gels, Candles, Vacuum Pearls, Laundry Multi-Purpose Additive, Carpet Shake and Pearl Packs all use the power of nature for safe, non-toxic odor elimination without the use of perfumes or fragrances. Simple, natural, ingredients like Lime, Pine Needles, Aniseed Clove, Cedarwood and Water.

They're great for the home, car, office, cabin, boat, locker, gym bag and every place else. Wherever you have an odor, we have a Fresh Wave solution.

And Fresh Wave® products are backed by 20 years of experience in odor management and a proven track record of effectiveness because they are created and distributed by OMI Industries, the world leader in odor control and management. OMI Industries products, which include Ecosorb®(industrial), Fresh Wave® IAQ® (commercial) have been used for years to eliminate the most foul odors on earth. You can find OMI products put to use every day in places such as solid waste facilities, asphalt factories, rubber manufacturing plants, hotel rooms, rental cars, offices, and homes around the world. Using proven science, the natural ingredients in Fresh Wave products bond with odors to safely get rid of smells in the air, woven materials, confined spaces and everywhere else odors lurk.

One Lucky Simple Side of Life Viewer will win Fresh Wave Fresh Pod 
to help take away unwanted odors in your home. 
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Father's Day Gift Idea ~ STORMp3 – Water Resistant Mp3 Player with Speakers ~ Review

Wondering what to get your Father or Father in your life for this Father's Day?
How about STORMp3 - Water Resistant Mp3 Player with Speakers. 
What Father wouldn't love to listen to his favorite songs while taking a shower, doing outside yard work or taking on a camping trip. He will never have to worry about keeping his new Mp3 Player with Speaker dry. The STORMp3 is the first water resistant Mp3 Player with Speaker. 
I gave the STORMp3 to my boyfriend as an early Father's Day gift (he is not a dad but has 2 dogs & 2 cats that are his kids) so I felt he still desired something for Father's Day. He loves that the STORMp3 is compact, water resistant and sounds just as good as the expensive living room speakers, if not better. He now listens to music in the shower, daily. Before he just set the phone on the counter using the phone speakers, now he has the STORMp3 to rock out with. 

The STORMp3 - Water Resistant Mp3 Player with Speakers came in a hard plastic box (shown above). Once opened everything you need including batteries is in the blue box below the speaker. After a few minutes of trying to figure out how to get the speaker out of the box, we noticed there was tape on the top of the box, 
after removing it, the speaker came right out. 
The directions are very easy to follow and the set up is fast. 
Just open the battery compartment, connect the USB wire from the speaker to your computer. 
The STORMp3 icon will appear on your computer screen. Open the file and begin. 

You can transfer music from your computer to your STORMp3 by using the drag and drop method. 
There are directions for Mac & PC. 
Once you have all the music you want installed you just add the batteries (included) 
Install your wall brackets (if hanging up) and you are ready to go. 
On the middle of the STORMp3 you have an 
On/Off button that also does Play and Pause
Back Button
Forward Button
Volume Up 
Volume Down

Super simple to use. From start to finish. 
You're Dad will be HAPPY to receive 
The 
STORMp3 - Water Resistant Mp3 Player with Speakers

for Father's Day

for only $39.95 and FREE shipping, it's a great gift.

STORMp3 is the first water resistant, wall mountable MP3 player with speakers built with the bathroom in mind. The unique design and style of this new digital audio player makes it a perfect for listening to music in the shower, tub, or at the beach.

Users don’t have to rely on Bluetooth as the STORMp3 has internal memory to store 500 songs internally and does not rely on Bluetooth connectivity. 

The STORMp3, superior in comparison to competitive products, is water resistant, wall mountable and less expensive than other mp3 players with speakers. It comes with a wall mounting bracket for shower mounting and detaches easily for portable use.

Great for listening to music in the shower, at pools and spas, boat trips, camping, and anywhere outdoors.

• Water Resistant
• Does not Rely on Bluetooth Connectivity
• Shuffle Control Allows Songs to be Played in a Random Order
• “Click and Drag’ Design” Makes Adding Music Easy
• Great Sound from Two Speakers Delivering 6 Watts of Power
• Over 70 Hours of Play Time
• Wall Mountable
• Includes Wall Mounting Bracket, 4AA Batteries, and USB Cable

Wholesale Fleece Blankets: 20% Discount

Wholesale Fleece Blankets: 20% Discount

Fund raising is an ongoing activity for many kid’s interest and sports teams, schools, camps, churches or civic organizations and a key fundraising element that has become a very popular best seller over the past few years is custom fleece blankets.

 There are many reasons for this, including that they are a “one size fits all” product available at low cost and the ease in which they can be decorated with embroidery or embroidered patches of organization logos, sports team or school mascots. In addition, with minimal care, fleece blankets will last for many years long after the popcorn, candy or scented candles are gone.

Fleece blankets are also known as fleece throws because they are usually smaller than a twin blanket (but bigger than a baby blanket, which is actually the perfect size to “throw” over your legs or shoulders. Fleece throws are well-known at outdoor sporting events, particularly when customized with a team logo or mascot, which explains why fleece throws are occasionally described as stadium blankets.

Fleece blankets are made from Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) or other synthetic fibers and can also be made from recycled PET bottles, as well as recycled fleece. The blankets are lightweight, warm, soft, and hydrophobic, holding less than one percent of their weight in water which allows the blankets to retain most of their insulating powers even when they are wet. They are washed in the washing machine, dry rapidly and are also very breathable.

Besides providing warmth, fleece blankets can easily double as a pillow or cushion at home, in the car or at an outdoor event.

Fleece blankets can also come with travel straps and fold to a compact size to easily take anywhere. These are the same reasons why so many people are using them to commemorate family gatherings or as wedding favors and companies use them to effectively promote products and logos.

Crooked Brook is offering a 20% discount on wholesale fleece blankets form 6/2/14 thru 6/16/14 with the coupon code Simple Side of Life Blankets Discount

These are high quality, blank, 260 g/sqm, 50” x 60”, 100% polyester fleece blankets, 24 blankets per case; one color per case that are regularly priced at $120.00 per case. With the 20% discount that comes to $96.00 per case which does not include shipping.

Shipping charges are calculated by the address they will be delivered to via UPS ground service from warehouses located throughout the country; whichever one is closest to you or whoever does your embroidery. Most orders can ship the same day or next day – depending on the time your order is placed.

In addition, using the same coupon code, you can also receive a 15% discount on all Crooked Brook wholesale fleece baby blankets, wholesale sweatshirt blankets, custom sweatshirt blankets and custom fleece blankets.

For more information please visit http://www.crookedbrook.com/wholesale-fleece-blankets-throws.htm

True Citrus Summer Smoothie Contest & 25% off Discount Code ~ you can win cool lots of True Citrus Products & Gift Cards ~ Entry Extended till July 31st.

Do you LOVE using True Citrus products like I do?

Do you have that PERFECT Summer Smoothie Recipe using True Citrus products?

Just create an original "Smoothie" recipe which includes (a) at least two (2) packets of unsweetened True Citrus products (True Lemon, True Lime, True Orange or True Grapefruit or; (b) one (1) packet of sweetened True Citrus products (True Original Lemonade, True Raspberry Lemonade, True Peach Lemonade, True Orange Mango, or True Lime Black Cherry Limeade or; (c) any packet combination of Unsweetened and Sweetened True Citrus products

Rules can be found HERE, make sure you read them ALL before entering. 

THREE winners will be chosen at the end with GREAT prizes, Grand Prize, First Prize & Second Prize Winner, check out what you can WIN... 

Grand Prize Winner:

• True Citrus Prize Pack
  (1) box (32-count) each of True Lemon, True Lime and True Orange for Water, Tea & Recipes;
  (1) box (10 count) each of True Lemonade, True Raspberry Lemonade, True Peach Lemonade, True Orange Mango and True Lime Black Cherry Limeade
• Superfood Smoothies: 100 Delicious, Energizing, and Nutrient-dense Recipes (Superfood series)
• Nutribullet Blender
• Copco Sierra 24-ounce Cold Tumbler, Yellow
• $250 Visa Gift Card

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First Prize Winner:

• True Citrus Prize Pack (above)
• True Lemon Water Bottle
• $100 Visa Gift Card

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Second Prize Winner:

• True Citrus Prize Pack (above)
• True Lemon Water Bottle
• $50 Visa Gift Card

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We love smoothies, yes we do! We love smoothies, made with True!
We love sharing our smoothie recipes, but you know what we love even more? Checking out all the tasty and creative smoothie recipes you come up with too! That’s why we are kicking off the summer season with the True My Smoothie Recipe Contest.

We're asking you to submit your favorite smoothie recipe using any combination of your most-loved True Citrus products (see recipe requirements below), complete with a signature name, photo, and easy-to-follow recipe. The top 3 best, most delicious and original recipes will be featured on our blog for public voting (it’s the people’s choice!) to determine the Grand Prize Winner.

Spread the "True" love: We encourage you to use our super special hashtag #TRUEMYSMOOTHIE when sharing your recipes for this contest.

If you don't win or just don't have a Summer Smoothie Recipe to enter still use the GREAT coupon code below to get True Citrus products at 25% off plus a great shipping deal. I took advantage of it. I LOVE True Citrus products in my Summer Ice Tea's. 

Exclusive discount code for use on our Online Store at http://www.truelemonstore.com which will grant you and your followers 25% off their entire purchase + $2.95 standard shipping with any order of $9.98 or more: TRUEMYSMOOTHIE25

HERBTHEORY 2~DAY DETOX Review & Giveaway

HERBTHEORY is a GREAT 2~ day cleanse that really does what it says it will do.. with a added bonus that it's done in a very gentle way. I was very happy with my results. HERBTHEORY really helped get me going (if you know what I mean) when I was having issues. I now take 2 HERBTHEORY 2~ day cleanse pill after dinner each evening. I have been regular since. 
I feel that the 2~ day cleanse would be a good start to any diet kick start, to get your body going. 

2~ day Detox is only $21.95 and the bottle can last up to a month, I believe (depends on how you take it)

You can use the 2~ day Detox as dietary supplement for daily maintenance or by taking 4 capsules after a meal once a day for 2 days for a quick cleanse. The pills have no odd taste or smell and no after taste. 

The results you get will:

• Helps to promote optimal energy levels with a gentle and effective detox*
• Supports optimal intestinal health and liver function*
• Vegan, Gluten-free, Wild-crafted herbs, Non-GMO

Why Herbal Supplements? Why Not? What’s the best way to take care of your health? At what age should you start making an effort?

In today’s world, we’ve grown up in an environment that more often than not relies on a “pill” for a cure. Instead of taking care of ourselves from the very beginning, we live our lives like there’s no tomorrow. Then when something goes wrong, we look for the solution.

Yet in many cases, the solution has just as many problems and side effects as the original diagnosis itself. We’ve seen how prescriptions and over the counter drugs affect our parents and grandparents. Do we really want to go down that same path?

Those are the thoughts and questions we started with when we began developing Herb Theory. Our goal was to design a healthy alternative that could give us a boost if needed or provide a solution to various health issues.

Our Roots The HERBTHEORY office is located in sunny, Southern California. Our concept is simple – give consumers the healthiest alternative in supplementing their lifestyle with naturally made herbal supplements.

Even though our concept is new, our formulas are thousands of years in the making. We believe the solution to many of our ailments can be found by looking back through time. For thousands of years, herbs have been used in formulas that have been passed down from generation to generation, in many different cultures around the world. We derived our formulas by going back to the foundation of this concept and sourced the best ingredients, globally. Together, with the East meets West philosophy in mind, we combine modern technology and these time-tested formulas to create our natural and synergistic products.

What Goes Into Our Products? HERBTHEORY means trust you can count on. From the beginning, our goal has been to build a line of effective herbal supplements that far exceeds your expectations. With the highest of quality standards, we ensure all of our products are natural, healthy, safe, non-GMO, sustainable, and eco-friendly.

When we choose an ingredient, we look at both how and where the ingredient was made, and how it will impact your overall health.

• Our goal is to choose wild-crafted herbs as nature intended them to be.
• We look for ingredients that have clinical studies behind them, with proven results that will help you maintain proper nutrition.
• When we can find powerful, organic ingredients – (olive, for instance, which is used in one of our formulas) – we’ll incorporate them into our formulas.
• Our primary focus is to achieve the best results from everything we produce and increase our knowledge about each and every ingredient we use. For instance, did you know that if ginseng is under six years old, it is not ready for medicinal use?

We would never create anything we wouldn’t take ourselves. We provide you with the purest, and most healthy ingredients to put into your body on a daily basis.

How Should We Be Looking At What Goes Into Our Bodies? A vitamin for this. A mineral for that. Pretty soon they start adding up to handfuls of dietary supplements.

Yet do they all work together? Should you take some in the morning and some in the evening? Do some work well together, while others negate effects if taken together?

So many questions. And how do you know where to find the right answers?

While most companies prefer to provide you with individual supplements and let you do the homework to find out what works together, we take a different approach.

With HERBTHEORY, your questions are answered every time you purchase one of our products. Our herbal formulas contain multiple ingredients; when combined, they produce a “synergistic effect” that will give you more benefits than taking individual supplements alone. Our products blend multiple herbs together; you simply purchase the blend most desired to your needs. No mixing different herbs together without understanding the consequences. No buying multiple products trying to achieve specific results.

With HERBTHEORY, specific results are as simple as relying on one formula.

No more guessing at what to take, when to take it, and how it will work. Choose the best combination for you.

You can find HERBTHEORY products in your natur al grocers and specialty stores.
Or ONLINE HERE at HERBTHEORY.Com


One lucky Simple Side of Life viewer will win a 60 ct bottle of 2~day detox. 


Good Luck Everyone!

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New Rule when entering reviews

I have noticed allot of people that are entering my review already have their own review site. The last few winners I have chosen all had sites that they have reviewed some or all of the same products I have.  
To me that's not fair to the companies that send out products to review. 
If you have your own site or you have already won the same item that I am reviewing from another site PLEASE don't enter my reviews. 

As much as I like to have new entries I just don't find it fair. 

Thank you!

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Neocell, Collagen Radiance Serum Review & Giveaway

Collagen Radiance Serum (1 fl. oz.)
Collagen+C Liposome Serum is made using time release micro-capsules that penetrates the skin to deliver collagen stimulating ingredients and potent anti-oxidants where the skin needs them most.  Fat-soluble Vitamin C, Vitamin E, and phospho-lipids containing essential fatty acids to enhance the skin's firmness, elasticity, and moisture.
Apply a few drops on clean face, once or twice daily.

This is in my opinion a great product. I am not one to fuss with my face, hair or skin besides lotion since i'm so dry all the time. But since I received the NeoCell Collagen Radiance Serum and used it daily at least once I have noticed a big difference in my face. My face is tighter and more pulled together (if that makes sense) it looks firmer and just overall better. It's also less oily and just shines but not in a oily shine, just a I look better shine. I love it. Like I said I never fuss, never really have I just always felt how my skin looked is how it's going to be, but after using a product that makes a big difference in my face I am now hooked. I actually ordered a new bottle yesterday for myself and one for my 81 year old boss to try. I hope she likes it as much as I do. Since NeoCell doesn't have this item on their site I ordered it from iHerb, it was only $15.47 a bottle and trust me it lasts for a long time.
 I used it daily ~ usually just in the mornings but sometimes at night and my initial bottle lasted me 3 months. 

If you don't want to buy Collagen Radiance Serum online you can CLICK HERE to find a retail store 
near you that might sell it. 

NeoCell Collagen Radiance Serum Description
Time Release Serum With Vitamin C & E Complex

• Potent Antioxidant
  
• Protects & Rejuvenates
  
• Vitamin C & E
  
• Paraben Free
  

Collagen + C Liposome Serum is made using time-release micro-capsules that penetrate the skin to deliver collagen stimulating ingredients and potent antioxidants where the skin needs them most. Fat-soluble Vitamin C, Vitamin E and phospholipids containing essential fatty acids to enhance the skin's firmness, elasticity, and moisture.

Ingredients: Water, phospholipids, tocopheryl acetate (vitamin e), ascorbyl palmitate (vitamin c), soluble collagen, acrylamide/sodium acryloydimethyltaurate copolymer, isohexadecane, polysorbate-80, butylene glycol, xanthan gum, tyrosine, proline, cysteine, zinc chloride, phenoxyethanol. methylparaben, ethylparaben, potassium sorbate, propylparaben, butylparaben.

Enter Below for your chance to win you own bottle of 
Collagen Radiance Serum from NeoCell

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Wild Rose Herbal D-Tox Easy, 12-Day Whole Body Herbal Cleanse Review & Giveaway

Wild Rose Herbal D-Tox is a great 4-Part System detox that is easy to use and not hard on your body. 
It's a great way to get a new diet going or just wash your body clean of all the bad inside. 

This is another GREAT Garden of Life Product. 

The Wild Rose Herbal D-Tox was easy to use in 4 simple easy to follow steps. I started on a Monday and ended 12 days later. At the end I felt great. I was a little worried when starting not knowing what to expect or how my body would re-act but I was fine the whole time and it was well worth trying and continuing for the whole detox. 

Adults take two capsules from each bottle and 40 drops of the CL Herb Extract with 
both breakfast and dinner for twelve consecutive days. That's it and your done! 
Nothing had a bad taste or aftertaste and each day my body felt better. 
Daily I felt more energy and less bloating and gas. 
It really cleaned out my system making me feel like I was new. 
I would recommend Wild Rose Herbal D-Tox
to anyone wanting to feel better all around. 
It really does work.

The box contains 4 bottles for a Complete 12 day detox

Biliherb - 48 Vegan Capsules

Cleansaherb - 48 Vegan Capsules

Laxaherb - 48 Vegan Capsules

CL Herbal Extract - 50 ML

For over 25 years, the Wild Rose Herbal D-Tox Program has been the leader in providing a complete detoxification of the liver, colon, kidneys and lymphatic system in Canada. Now, thanks to Garden of Life, this amazing cleanse program is available to you. By following the recommended diet and taking the herbal formulas provided, the Wild Rose Herbal D-Tox Program helps promote a healthy balance between assimilation and elimination.†

For many, a new detox is the beginning of a new lifestyle, and a time for breaking unwanted habits.† Whether to stay in good health, to support a specific health goal, or to use after over-consumption, a detoxification program can be an integral part of your personal approach to maintain overall health.

Everyone really should try the Wi ld Rose Herbal D-Tox Program no matter if your just trying to get a kick start to your new bikini body summer diet or just want to feel all around better. It will help and you will thank me in the end. It's a great way to cleanse your body of all the bad and it works. 


Everything I have reviewed from Garden of Life has been excellent. 
Usually when a company allows m to do multiple reviews for many products I find one of two I don't like
but this hasn't been the case with Garden of Life, everything so far is true to what it describes and states. 
I have not had a product I don't like or see results from. 


To find a store near you CLICK HERE 

One lucky winner will get the 12 day Wild Rose Herbal D-Tox
Enter Below, Good Luck!

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Custom Embroidery Giveaway - Tote Bag Embroidered With Herbs

Tote Bags have become one of the most used bags in America. They can be utilized for a multitude of purposes, which explains why they have become so popular. These bags are truly an American Classic. For those looking for convenience and ease of carrying things, the tote bag is often the best suited for the job. 
 
The word tote started to be used back in the mid 1700’s and literally means to carry, with technically unknown origins; originally attested in Virginia. The Oxford English Dictionary questions the popular theory of its origin in a West African language (cf. Kikongo tota "pick up" and Kimbundu tuta "carry, load," linked to Swahili tuta "pile up, carry").

 
Embroidery a form of art that involves decorating a surface, typically fabric, with designs created by using a needle and thread (or yarn) that started out as a form of hand sewing and eventually advanced into a type of machine sewing. The exact origins of embroidery are hard to pinpoint, but there are many early examples that have survived throughout the centuries from ancient Egypt, Northern Europe and the Zhou Dynasty in China. In many cultures throughout history including ancient Persia, India, Japan, Byzantium, medieval and Baroque Europe - embroidery was a sign of high social status and wealth and became a hugely popular art form.

I use a tote bag everyday, for my lunch to and from work and all my other things I tote around with me. I also use tote bags when grocery shopping and for everyday to and from the car stuff. I always have a few tote bags with me in both my vehicles. I like using tote bags for two reasons. 1st it's better for the environment. I don't like thinking of how many plastic bags are out there filling up landfills. No one uses paper bags at the grocery store anymore, in fact where I live they don't even offer them you have to ask and even then they don't always have them available. Just think of all those bags that get thrown out after each shopping trip. 2nd I like knowing that the food items I buy are in a bag that I brought from home. I feel as if it's safer and cleaner. I know where that bag came from and how clean I keep it. Not that plastic bags in the store are dirty, but I just have a thing about everyone else touching things I will be using. So having my own bag makes me feel better. 

Crooked Brook has a ton of super cute just in time for Farmers Markets Herb tote bags. You can get just about any herb you want in these cute Custom Embroidered Tote Bags. Since these bags are made from 100% cotton they are easy to keep clean, just pop them in the washer and they will look like brand new. Plus any germs or yuck that is hiding in them will be gone. That's what I like best about having my own tote bags. 


             The cute herb Custom Embroidered Tote Bags from Crooked Brook come in the following herb designs:

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My favorites of the Custom Embroidered Tote Bags are the Chives & Rosemary. 


One LUCKY viewer is going to win 2 100% cotton custom embroidered herb tote bags of their choice. 
Total value including SHI…$50.00

Good Luck EVERYONE!


Cant to wait to see if you won? Receive a 20% discount on all Crooked Brook custom shirts (embroidered or printed), custom polo shirts (embroidered or printed), custom sweatshirts (embroidered or printed) or custom hoodies (embroidered or printed) custom lab coats (embroidered or printed) and custom embroidery from 5/19/14 through 06/15/14 with the Coupon Code “Simple Side of Life Custom Embroidery Giveaway”.

Some more cool tote bag facts that I bet you didn't know: The word tote started to be used back in the mid 1700’s and literally means to carry, with technically unknown origins; originally attested in Virginia. The Oxford English Dictionary questions the popular theory of its origin in a West African language (cf . Kikongo tota "pick up" and Kimbundu tuta "carry, load," linked to Swahili tuta "pile up, carry"). 

Some people are surprised to find out that these types of bags have been used for centuries, though the name 'Tote bag' wasn't recorded until 1900. Today, tote bags come in many shapes & sizes, with the classic tote being a simple, large open top bag with one handle on each side of the bag usually.

The interior area of a tote bag is left open, thus allowing the user to insert and take out items as they please. Despite the ease of object transference, zippers and other ways of closing the opening of these bags were introduced in order to protect the contents of the bag. At first, tote bags were made with thick, heavy fabric. Today, they are often made from canvas, nylon and jute fibers. The In Thailand, Malaysia, and other eastern parts of the world, tote bags made from jute are more popular than other fabrics. Of course, the people of these countries did not refer to them as tote bags or anything of that sort at the time.

LL Bean introduced their signature Boat Bag in 1944 which started the tote bag trend, made of basic canvas. As you could guess by the name, it was designed primarily for use on boats, however, the simplicity and sturdiness of this bag caught the attention of many other groups of people, particularly the female population. Soon, the design of the tote bag spread into the luggage market. Since tote bags allowed carrying luggage to be so easy, people found it more convenient to use them instead of other forms of previously popular bag styles. To make the design even better, leather tote bags were introduced which were more stylish and sturdy than the average tote bag.

In the 1950s, tote bags became part of the American culture, and women could be seen all over. All over, women were using them as handbags because of the function and practicality which was considered at the time to be more valuable than style by women during this time period. 

Tote bags became part of the fashion scene in the 1960’s when design pioneer, Bonnie Cashin released her own line of Cashin Carry Tote Bags onto the market. Bonnie made them more sophisticated by decorating them in a way that was stylish, yet still practical. Kate Spade, in the 90’s solidified the transition of the luggage tote into a fashionable travel bag. Ever since, tote bags have been part of the fashion world as we know it today. 

In the late 1940s, tote bags were often used by newsboys during their daily tasks, so much so that people started referring to them as ‘newsboy bags’. The student population of America quickly picked up on this trend, using them for books and other various functions and is still being used in similar fashions today. It may not be very apparent today, but lots of messenger bags and sport equipment bags have a similar design to that of a tote bag. A number of bag and purse designs would not exist today if it weren't for the tote bag. 

At first, tote bags were made only from canvas material, and then later were made of leather. Today, tote bags are being made from several types of fabrics. In some countries, tote bags were and are made from animal skin. These types of tote bags are frowned upon in many cultures, along with those made from fur, which has caused their popularity to decrease. In some countries these types of bags are banned and people who distribute or use them may be fined for doing so.

Tote bags are widely popular today, and as most trendy items, they began with practical usage, eventually gaining popularity as more and more people found them to be handy. The tote bag has contributed to countless bag designs since its birth. It is hard to believe that the tote bag's influence will end here. 


I didn't know any of this... You learn something new everyday!

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Nail Magic ~ The Original Nail Hardener & Conditioner Review & Giveaway

My nails NEVER grow and when I say never I mean never. I don't remember not even once my whole life have I ever had fingernails. I think a lot has to do with my thyroid issues or that I spent most of my life biting or picking at my nails. 
The last 2 weeks I have been using Nail Magic Nail Strengthener & Conditioner, I was told it would take about a month to notice results. But in my 2 weeks I have seen tremendous results. I am so happy with my so far results and can't wait to see my nails at the end of the month. Everyday they are stronger and longer. They are actually starting to look like normal nails. Not all split and chipped plus my cuticles are looking better too. I love my results after just two weeks. 
This review is going to last for about a month just so I can add pictures of my nails to let you all see how they are growing. 

Not only does Nail Magic have this wonderful product (Nail Magic Strengthener & Conditioner) they also sell a great Thai Essence Cuticle Oil & a great set of five great nail polish top coats. Everything I received I love. I have never been a big nail person (since they never grew) but now I actually care and every day love to see the progress. 

Day One of using Nail Magic Nail Strengthener and Conditioner My cuticles look horrible and my nails are short (like normal)

Since 1960 Nail Magic is a unique blend of ingredients which stimulates healthy and beautiful nail growth while strengthening and conditioning weak or damaged nails.A professional manicurist with 35 years’ experience perfected the formula in 1960. For the first eighteen years, it was only sold in a local department store in Portland, Oregon. While working there as an assistant buyer, Ron Haken discovered Nail Magic was continually selling out. This one little item accounted for a significant percentage of the stores entire cosmetic sales. This was accomplished without any advertising, sophisticated packaging or special offers. Ron is now the owner of the company.

Five decades later, Nail Magic is still selling strong all over the world for one simple reason- IT WORKS.


A unique blend of ingredients which stimulates growth of natural nail
World's first nail strengthener and conditioner
Proven effective for over fifty years
Formulated to be compatible with natural nail chemical makeup
Excellent as a basecoat, topcoat or as a clear lacquer

• Easy to use, guaranteed result

With only 2 weeks of using Thai Essence Cuticle Oil every night and four times applying Nail Magic Strengthener & Conditioner my nails actually look half way decent. I am VERY happy with the results so far.

New!  Thai Essence Cuticle Oil

(Lavender & Lemongrass Essential Oils)

A moisturizing blend of all natural and organic ingredients, this unique blend of oils repair dry and damaged cuticles.  It will also assist in replacing moisture to the natural nail.

These smaller bottles of polish are perfect. I actually sent one pack to my Mom with her Mother's Day gifts. So far she loves them. She has been using the SOFT cuticle oil once a day and loves the results. She has nice nails but her cuticles have been dry she says. She also likes the bottle of WET high gloss top coat. She said it leaves a nice
 shine to her polish or just plain nails. 
I myself like the Matte top coat, I used it last week for a few days 
before I re-did my coat of Nail Magic Strengthener & Conditioner. 

For not being a big fingernail person and never caring much about mine. 
I am proud to say I now love t he way my nails look and I look forward to seeing how they continue to grow and stay strong, thanks to Nail Magic products.
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I will continue to post updated nail pics once a week till the review is over so you all can see the progress..

I almost forgot to mention, you can buy Nail Magic product ONLINE HERE or find a store near you HERE, trust me you want this product no matter if you have bad nails like me or just want stronger nicer nails. 

WEEK 5 using Nail Magic ~ 2 of my nails as you see broke, that was more my fault, with all the work at the new house it was bound to happen sooner or later. The other 3 on my left hand are growing great. and the 2 that broke have grown back very fast. I am still SUPER happy with the way Nail Magic works and the fact that I have nails is amazing, the 3 that are still long are the longest nails I have ever had.

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Honey House Naturals Review & 10% off Coupon Code

"Natural, Nurturing, Unique" - This has been the motto of Honey House Naturals® 
since our beginnings in 1994 and remains our core focus today. 
As a 100% woman-owned company, we embrace the purest values of skin care: integrity, purity, reverence and health.

Honey House Naturals 
products are the  Natural Choice for
Nourishing Body Care. 
I love EVERYTHING I received from them to review. 
I will say when I 1st opened the box I thought the small tins of Bee Bar Lotion were a lip balm. Just the look of the tin I assumed it was. I guess I was wrong. Inside is a wrapped in paper wonderful smelling bar lotion.
 I thought it was the coolest thing. 
I have never seen lotion in the form of a bar. 
I immediately unwrapped the paper to reveal a cute golden circle with a bee in the middle. The smell was excellent and I read the directions and rubbed it in my hands. So many other items were in the box but I got stuck on this one thing. It was something so new and neat to me. I am a sucker for lotion but a lotion as unique as this really caught my attention. 

BEE BAR
Simply the best solid lotion bar you will ever use. Filled with creamy shea butter, golden jojoba, and packed with natural anti-oxidants, the Bee Bar is a customer favorite for its remarkable healing properties. A serious treat for dry, damaged skin. Presented in a lovely, reusable tin in two sizes, it is handy for home and on the go. A great gift for anyone’s hard-working hands!

Benefits:
•A Completely waterless lotion - which makes it extremely concentrated, lasting up to six months
•It does not dry out or lose its fragrance – you can keep it available on a dish by your bed, desk, etc.
•It does not come off on paper or fabric – put it on your heels at night, it won’t goop up your sheets
•Just warm it between your hands or directly on your elbows, hands or feet. The oils and butters are then released and can be gently massaged into the skin.  Offered in two sizes: Large 2.0 oz bar for $11.95, and Small .6 oz bar for $7.50

~Gold Tin-Vanilla-warm and comforting ( the large tin I got was vanilla, EXCELLENT)
~Copper Tin-Hawaiian - like a tropical beach
~Lavender Tin-Lavender - tranquil and relaxing
~Silver Tin-Natural-Fragrance of beeswax & sweet almond oil
~Pink Tin-Sweet Honey - A caress of sweet pleasure
~Aqua Tin-Spring Meadow - Fresh and Sunny
~Green Tin-Citrus - Delightfully Refreshing ( this is the small tin I received, LOVE IT )

The small tin is perfect size for your purse or even pocket. If you are like me and have lotion all over your house, car, office desk and purse you will LOVE the small tin of Honey House Naturals BEE BAR lotion. 

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ORGANIC LIP BUTTER

Overflowing with organically certified moisturizers, our Made with Organic Lip Butters instantly soothe dry cracked lips.  Jojoba oil, Shea butter, Beeswax and Camellia oil are all organically certified! They work together with pomegranate seed oil, Vitamin E and Cupuacu to make a rich, emollient and wonderfully absorbent Lip Butter.  You will discover a whole new experience in organic lip care!  Of the NINE delightful flavors, which one will be your favorite?

Organic Lip Butter TUBES .15oz at $5.50 each  Organic Lip Butter TINS are available only by special request.

Organic Lip Butters are offered in the following 9 flavors for both TINS and TUBES:
Vanilla Almond
Tangerine
Raspberry Pomegranate (what I received and LOVE)
Peppermint
Peach
Pink Grapefruit
Natural
Mango
Honey Mint


EXCELLENT product, my lips were instantly soft after using Raspberry Pomegranate Organic Lip Butter. I love the smell.

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ITALIAN PAPER WRAPPED BAR SOAP

Our beautifully carved 3.5 oz. bars of Honey House Naturals soaps are now available seperately wrapped in beautiful Italian wrapping paper.  Ready to give as a beautiful and thoughtful gift or just to splurge on yourself for indulgent cleansing.  Available in 3 luxurious fragrances of Honey, Lavender, and Citrus.  $4.95 each or 3 bars for $14.85.

I got the Lavender Bar Soap. I am saving it to use at my new house, but have smelled it in the wrapped a few times and love the fresh lavender smell. I like the wrapper it would make a nice gift ~ but i'm keeping it for myself =) 

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HONEY HOUSE NATURALS SOAP

Moisturizing and creamy, our Honey Blossom Soap is triple milled and overflowing with Royal Jelly, Shea Butter, and Honey to rejuvenate and freshen dry, tired skin. Vitamin E, a natural antioxidant, and olive oil condition and protect. Beautifully packaged and artfully carved, this natural gentle soap will cleanse, condition, and rehydrate thirsty skin.  We use no animal products or testing. Made in USA.  Packaging made with recyclable materials. Available in three fragrances, our regular Honey fragrance, a delightful Citrus fragrance, and a timeless Lavender fragrance! 

Beautifully boxed and available in the following sizes:
1 - 10.5 oz Beehive shape (in the Honey fragrance only)  $15.00
1 - 6 oz Bar (boxed and in the Honey and Citrus fragrances only) $8.95
3 - 3.5 oz Bars (boxed and available in Honey, Citrus and Lavender fragrances)  $13.95

I received citrus and honey and like both of them equally. The scent lasts on my skin for hours and makes my body feel silky and smooth. You know I am not a big fan of bar soaps but these I did like. I think mostly for the scents and the smoothness it leaves in my skin afterwards. 

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BEE FRESH LIQUID SOAP

Now a LIQUID SOAP that is more than just a grocery store item!  Brimming with nutrients and natural moisturizing oils, our new LIQUID Bee Fresh HONEY SOAPS will take you to another level of self-indulgence.  The sweet soothing Almond Butter and Honey Butter fragrances stay with you long after you wash.  Almond Oil, Coconut Oil and Honey are natural humectants that trap moisture into your skin, keeping it smooth and glowing with health!  EDTA and Paraben free and never tested on animals. Honey House Naturals; we are enthusiastic about keeping your natural skin at its best!

Available in fragrances of Honey Butter and Almond Butter. $11.95 each
I used this as a body wash, the scent stays with you for a long time. I even noticed when I showered before bed and got my skin wet I could smell it again from my morning shower. My skin was left silky smooth and I have to say even after just using it 3 times it's one of my FAVORITE liquid soaps. 

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HAIR CARE

Fragrant, fresh and filled with natural products, Honey House Natural's Bee Fresh Shampoo and Conditioner are rich in B vitamins that nourish and strengthen hair. Sweet honey and bee pollen also act as “food” for hair by contributing an abundance of nutrients that hair follicles crave. When hair is fed properly, it will naturally grow strong and healthy. Macadamia Seed Oil helps to create ultra smooth, frizz-free hair. Hydrolyzed Wheat, Soy and Corn proteins repair and condition hair. They keep the cuticle smooth which adds shine, strength and manageability to hair. Shine without greasiness - Body without heaviness. Your hair will love you. You will love your hair!

It was hard to tell if I liked the shampoo & conditioner. I only was able to wash and condition my hair twice with the bottles I received. I did love the smell and did notice my hair was soft afterwards. I think just reading the label and seeing all the good for your hair items listed was enough to make me believe this is a good product for my hair. I think it's something I would like to try longer and see how my hair looks after a few more washes. Overall it seems to be a very good product. 

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My 2nd FAVORITE of all the Honey House Naturals products was the 

BEE BUTTER

Just the word “butter” brings up thoughts of the creamy goodness of cool butter on hot toast, or a pat of butter in the middle of mashed potatoes, or butter melting on fresh corn on the cob. Butter just makes things better.

So imagine what Bee Butter can do for your skin!  Made with Royal Jelly and Beeswax mixed with Shea and Coco Butters along with some Almond Oil and Jojoba Oil, it is a combination that makes your skin go, “aah”...Three luscious fragrance choices, thick and creamy, it melts into your skin like butter on biscuits!

Packaged in an 8 oz. vintage ruby red apothecary jar with our wonderful Honey House flair, this is a perfect gift for yourself or a person you love! 

Offered in two fragrances of “Honey” and “Citrus” and also with no added fragrance of “Natural” at $15.95


EXCELLENT product, makes anywhere on your body you put it super soft and smell great. Love this product. 

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Manitoba Harvest Hemp Foods ~ Review & Giveaway US & Canada Residents may enter

Hemp foods have a slightly nutty taste that is similar to a sunflower seed or a pine nut. I like to sprinkle Hemp Hearts on my greek yogurt or add it to a smoothie. I sometimes add a scoop to my trail mix. 
When I first received my bag of Hemp Hearts I was a little nervous to try them. It just sounded odd to me. But once I opened the bag and tasted a few I was surprised. The taste is very much like a sunflower seed. I have now used my Hemp Hearts in salads, smoothies, baking and as a snack. I have liked them so much that I have purchased other Manitoba Harvest Hemp Foods. I was happy to find out that one of my favorite local stores sold them. 

                      At the ‘heart’ of all hemp foods is the Hemp Heart (aka raw shelled hemp seed).

• Great tasting - Hemp Hearts have a slightly nutty taste, similar to a sunflower seed or pine nut.
• Easy to use - Simply sprinkle Hemp Hearts on salad, cereal & yogurt, add to smoothies and recipes, or eat them straight from the package!
• Incredibly nutritious - per 30 gram serving, Hemp Hearts contain 10 grams of easy to digest plant-based protein and 10 grams of Omegas.
• Hemp Hearts contain more protein and omegas and less carbs than the same serving of chia or flax.

Nutritious ~ Straight from the Bag! 
There’s no need to grind the seed as they are ready to eat straight from the bag. Hemp Hearts™ make it easy to add omegas, protein & fiber straight into your diet.

Hemp Hearts, the very best and most nutritious part of the hemp seed, the heart. By shelling the hemp seed, you get only the center, with its raw nutrition, rich nutty flavor and tender crunch. So easy to use, eat them straight out of the package or sprinkle on anything - salad, cereal or yogurt. The only limit is your imagination!

Unlike some other seeds, there is no need to grind Hemp Hearts to get at the incredible nutrition. They are full of protein with 10 grams of complete plant-based protein per 30 gram (3 tablespoons) serving size. Hemp Hearts are also a great way to add omegas or EFAs (essential fatty acids) to your diet. According to the World Health Organization, the ideal ratio of Omega-6 to Omega-3 EFAs is 4:1 and the naturally occurring ratio in Hemp Hearts is 3.75:1. Hemp Hearts contain more protein and Omega-6 & 3 and less carbs than a similar serving of Chia or Flax.

Our farmer partners deliver whole seed directly to our state-of-the-art, globally certified facility. Here we remove the hard outer shell of the hemp seed, leaving just the soft, tasty Hemp Heart, which are tested for quality then sealed in a modified atmosphere, light impermeable package to lock in the freshness.

All of our packaging includes the ‘packaged on’ and ‘best before’ dates to ensure you’re getting the highest quality product available. Hemp Hearts, as with all Manitoba Harvest products, are Non-GMO Project Verified.

What is hemp you ask? Simply put, hemp is a super plant!

Food, clothing, rope, paper, building materials, animal bedding/herd, plastic, paint, fuel - the list of hemp applications goes go on and on. We like to call hemp the “green buffalo” as every part of the plant can be used. Hemp that is grown in Western Canada is primarily used for hemp foods. At the top part of the hemp plant you will find the hard hemp seed. This small seed “seeds” nutritiously delicious products like Hemp Hearts, hemp protein powder, and hemp oil.

Hemp has been around for centuries and has played an instrumental role in shaping our continent. Settlers were given free land if they grew hemp. The Declaration of Independence draft was written on hemp paper. Hemp materials were used in numerous war efforts. Hemp was integrating into modern life until it was ‘temporarily’ banned due to misconceptions. Yes, hemp is a species of Cannabis sativa. No, hemp is not the same as marijuana.

Hemp contains 0.001% Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and will NOT cause a psychoactive effect nor will our products cause a false positive drug test. Largely thanks to Manitoba Harvest co-founders’ advocacy efforts, hemp was demystified an d Industrial Hemp was legalized in Canada in 1998. From there an industry was (re)born! .

Here at Manitoba Harvest we solely focus on hemp foods. Do you blame us? Hemp foods are a nutritional powerhouse that actually taste great! Yep, you read that correctly, good for you AND tastes great! Packed with essential nutrients like protein, healthy fats, fiber, and magnesium, hemp foods have a slightly nutty taste that compliment any food.

Hemp is an extremely sustainable crop that can be grown without pesticides or herbicides. Hemp crops are seeded in late May/early June. Hemp plants grow close together and have large broad leaves that naturally help suppress weeds. The long taproot gathers moisture from deep within the soil, reducing the need for irrigation. Approximately 120 days after seeding, hemp harvest begins.

You can buy Manitoba Harvest Hemp Hearts ONLINE HERE or at your local market 
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