Monday, August 31, 2015

LifEssentials Pain Relief Toe Stretchers for Pain relief



Naturally us human beings are not meant to wear shoes, hence why our feet tend to hurt when we wear them. Which these toe stretches they're meant to give some of not all the relief they need. Those with bunions, planter fasciitis, hallux valgus, hammertoe, arch problems, and achilles tendon can benefit from using these toe stretchers. They also improve circulation and appearance of toes and feet. Using these toe stretchers is super easy, all you need to do is apply some lotion so that there is no discomfort when slipping on the stretchers. On the card that comes with the stretchers is states to start at 15 minutes and work your way up, at your own comfort of course. These are made from quality medical grade BPA free gel and come with a 100% satisfaction guarantee. They are washable and reusable. One size fits most toes.

When it comes to my experience using these I did not notice any difference. I will definitely keep using them to make sure my feet are happy! =P

You can purchase your very own pair on Amazon

I received this product for free for reviewing purposes. All opinions are my own.

"Successful Blogging Tips" by Dana Sibilsky



As noted on the Amazon product page, this book is definitely a quick read. This book helps you understand what exactly goes into blogging. It helps you with what kind of knowledge you need to have when blogging about things and/or products. It teaches you how to start your blog and what content to have when building it, for example, target audience. It shows you pretty much form starting a blog to social media managing, to making money writing on your blog. Of course I noticed that everything that is in this book can definitely be found online but I'm sure that some readers would like to have it in physical material to look back on if needed.

I do recommend this blogging guideline to anyone starting out in the blogging world. :)

You can purchase this on Amazon

I received this product for free for reviewing purposes. All opinions are my own.

Advanced Moisturizer Cream By Anaiti



Moisturizers are a must for your daily facial routine, whether it be in the morning or at night. With the Anaiti Advanced moisturizing cream it can help protect your skin from damage as well as keep it smooth and soft looking. This cream includes, shea butter to soothe and moisturize, aquaxyltm which from taken from natural sugars and work as an anti dehydration shield, sea buckhorn seed extract helps protect your skin from any damage, and sodium hyaluronate which provides volume in the skin and its youthful fullness. You can use this moisturizer on its own or underneath makeup/foundation with helping to reduce the visible signs crows feet and age spots.
Use this moisturizer on a freshly cleansed face for best results.

This product would make a great gift for birthday, christmas, valentines day etc.

You can purchase this on Amazon

I received this product for free for reviewing purposes. All opinions are my own.

Sunday, August 30, 2015

Longest Lasting Super Bright Rim Lights



These super bright lights are a great way to up the fun when biking. Children especially love to have lights on their bikes, anything to make the bikes look really cool. These lights are not meant to be used as a safety precaution but more as a novelty item. The pack that I received was the multi pack, Which comes with: two blue, two green, and two multicolored. I wish there was instructions that came with mine as to how to prep them[which is really the only downside] but after toying around with them I saw there was a plastic that needed to be removed. Once the batteries are all in place they are easy to screw onto the tire valve tubing and you're then good to go. This item would be great for anyone who wants to make their bike ride more fun!

You can purchase yours on Amazon

I received this product for free for reviewing purposes. All opinions are my own.

Thursday, August 27, 2015

"Codename: Zosha" by Yehudit Kafri



When it comes to reading books I'm generally not a picky person, but I do enjoy reading books that take place during World War II among other genres/topics. Naturally I thought that this book would be great but, for me I thought that it was a bit hard to follow. It often left me confused with what was going on in the book. In my opinion I think that the development of the characters could have been better. I did not complete the book, it was difficult to continue it, but since I do have this on my Kindle app I may try to finish it at a later time. I personally do not recommend this book if you like a fast paced book, but if you do enjoy reading about WWI/II and espionage, then maybe this book might be for you.

If you are interested you can find the book on Amazon

I received this product for free for reviewing purposes. All opinions are my own.

Bellemain Stainless Steel Whistling Kettle



Most stove top kettles are pretty standard, but when I took out this kettle from the box I liked the handle and button to open the spout. The handle does not get hot when you hold and pour it. The easy button to lift the lever does not get hot either. This kettle houses a body that is made of heavy duty 304 stainless steel. Not only is it made of a surgical grade alloy, but is durable, resistant to corroding, discoloring, scratching, denting, cracking, and has a fast heating aluminium/iron layered body. The body size of this kettle is also great because it can be used on both the small and large burners. Works great with gas, electric, ceramic, and induction cooktops aswell. The kettle is dishwasher safe but all you really need to do is give it a quick rinse. Bellemain provides a limited lifetime warranty.

Stylish, sturdy and simply easy to use, the Bellemain Whistling Kettle is sure to become the faithful kitchen companion you can rely on day after day, year after year.

I recommend this kettle to anyone looking into buying a new one.
You can purchase this on Amazon

I received this product for free for reviewing purposes. All opinions are my own.

"The Flight" by Sophia Grace



This book is pretty much what you can expect from a short story. It was very quick to read; I didn't even realize I was done. I don't usually like really short stories because of the story being over so quick and never having a real ending but, I did think that the plot was good. It was very predictable what happened and when you think about it actually happening it could freak you out

You can get this book on Amazon

I received this product for free for reviewing purposes. All opinions are my own.

Wednesday, August 26, 2015

VIA - Sea Whip Cucumber Soothing and Hydrating Gel Mask



Once in a while I like to apply a facial mask to re-hydrate/moisturize as well as tone my face. It's like a mini spa at home! This hydrating gel mask contains natural extracts of cucumber, chamomile, sugar cane, oatmeal, rose flower, marigold, and comfrey. Those ingredients not only help calm but also rehydrate and detoxify the skin. In this formula there you will also find aloe, and when all these ingredients are combined it provides an ample source of vitamins. The key ingredients in in this mask are hyaluronic acid, oatmeal, sea whip, argan oil, cucumber, allatonin, chamomile, and sugar cane extract.

Hyaluronic acid boosts the absorption and preserves water within the extracellular matrix which promotes not only hydration but volume, and density.
Argan oil provides moisturizing, anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidants, and anti-aging benefits.
Allatonin helps soften keratin, and dissolves dead skin cells.
Oatmeal has properties to help calm, soothe, and protect skin in providing moisture retention, and keep skin firm.
Marigold extract helps rejuvenate damaged skin.
Sea whip is a great healing property, that subdues enzymes that can cause irritation and redness.

I really enjoyed using this gel mask. I liked the smell and how it felt when applied. You can keep it on for 10-20 minutes or you can leave it on for several hours, even overnight. After rinsing it off with cool water it felt nice and smooth, even slightly toned. This can be applied 2-3 times per week or, if you're going for an intensive treatment, you can do it daily.

You can purchase your very own Sea whip gel mask on Amazon
You can also visit their website at www.viacosmedics.com
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I received this product for free for reviewing purposes. All opinions are my own.

Saturday, August 22, 2015

OCHEE® Smart QI Wireless Charger



In the last little while wireless chargers are starting to become more and more popular. I mean why wouldn't it be great? It's easy to use and you don't have to waste time fumbling with a wire cord to plug in the phone, especially when its dark. There are some positive and some negative things that I will mention in this review.


Pros
- I love the size of this charger. You can just carry it around in your purse or backpack. The charger measures 3.5in × 3.5in and with an ultra slim body of 8mm in thickness. So the size definitely makes it super portable.
- You don't have to use this charger through the traditional method of plugging it into the wall but, you can also plug it into the USB port on a computer or laptop. Something like that I think can be very convenient.
- The charger not only charges wirelessly but also allows to plug in two additional items for charging through a USB cord.
- Underneath the product there are four little feet with grips on them to make sure it doesn't slide around on the surface that it is sitting on.
- It works on many phones as long as your phone is equipped with a QI charging receiver.
- There is a 1 year warranty and a 40 day money back guarantee with no questions asked.

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Cons
- The cord was quite short to be able to place it on a side table or night stand. It seems like it's made better for using it on a desk.
- It does not come with the "recommended" adapter plug.
- I'm not sure if maybe mine is faulty but i had roughly 10% of battery life on my phone before going to bed and after waking up[after 7-8 hours] the phone was only about half charged.

Overall I do think that this is a pretty nifty idea. It's great that you can take it with you because of it's size and portability. Even though there are more pros than cons, sadly the cons outweigh the pros since functionality is important. In my opinion I do not think that this product is good when it comes to how it functions. I'd have spent a bit more and purchase a higher quality charger.

For those who are interested in purchasing this charger you can find it on Amazon

I received this product for free for reviewing purposes. All opinions are my own.

Tuesday, August 18, 2015

RFID Blocking Sleeves from Blockit



When you're out traveling or even going about your daily errands/life you always want to make sure that your identity is never stolen. Nowadays identity thieves can use electromagnetic fields to transfer data and card information wirelessly to them. In many countries credit cards and debit cards can have chips in them that sometimes require a pin, while others do not. Without your knowledge an identity thief can, without you even realizing, walk beside you and transfer your information through the air. You want to make sure to protect your cards from theft of any kind. That's why I recommend for people to use RFID [Radio-frequency identification] blocking sleeves. You can never be too safe when it comes to things like that. These sleeves are shielded to protect information from being transferred through them.

Every minute about 19 people fall victim to identity theft. Don't let that be you!

There are many blocking sleeves on the market but you want to make sure you choose the right one and of course one that works well for you. I like the fact that there are 6 different designs. You are also able to pick if you want top or side loading sleeves. When you receive your sleeves you will see a silverish color on the inside which is what would protect your cards. When sliding the cards into the sleeves it was alittle snug but not hard at all to put the cards in. It also fit well into my wallet. I do recommend these to any traveler or even just simply to have your cards protected.

You can purchase this on Amazon

I received this product for free for reviewing purposes. All opinions are my own.

Ultimate Smile Professional Teeth Whitening



Home whitening kits are known to be an easier and cheaper alternative, rather than having to pay a costly amount at the dentist. The best part of it being that you do it in the comfort of your won home! And tell me who doesn't love that. These kits are always great for when you whiten your teeth for a special occasion or just for yourself overall. In the past I have tried a couple different ways of whitening. When I received this kit I liked the packaging it came in. Presentation is always a big thing for me. The box it comes in the exactly how you see in the picture above. This one for me was a little bit tricky because of the molding of the trays. I have never used a whitening system that involved in doing teeth impressions. I do wish that the instructions were more clear on how to properly mold the trays. I had a hard to mold mine and it did not mold exactly like my teeth. I would not have known how to had I not seen the instructions from another whitening kit that my husband was going to use. His tray and my tray were they same type. The instructions state that you put 1ml of gel on the top and lower tray, which left me to wonder if that was too much. I did contact to confirm if it was to be 1ml for each tray or all together[making each tray have 0.5ml] I was advised it was 1ml. When I went to go test the product out I did not put 1ml on each tray as it would have been too much. 0.5ml seemed to still be a bit too much, as I was able to taste the product which tasted awful. The taste and the process of making the trays alone would make me hesitant on purchasing this product in the future.

If you are still interested in purchasing this product you can find it on Amazon.

I received this product for free for reviewing purposes. All opinions are my own.

Saturday, August 15, 2015

TwoMeows Cat Litter Mat (Grey) - Paw Shaped



Everyone who has a cat knows all too well how annoying it can be to have cat litter scattered outside of the litter boxes! You no longer have to deal with all that mess. This litter mat is shaped in cat paw. Due to the type of weaving that the mat has it easily catches any litter that falls out of the box and from the paws of the kitties from the brushing effect when they step on and off of it. The mat is super easy to clean, all you have to do is shake it gently back into the litter box, or you can simply shake it into a trash can.


The benefits:
- Helps reduce litter mess.
- Minimizes the amount of litter that gets tracked throughout the house.
- Easy to clean.
- Soft for paws.
- Fun to use.
- 100% satisfaction guarantee.

I would definitely recommend this product to someone who wants to eliminate the amount of litter that comes out of the boxes.

You can purchase your own mat on Amazon.
You can also visit their website at www.twomeows.com

I received this product for free for reviewing purposes. All opinions are my own.

EZ-Lid Silicone Lids and Food Covers



Sometimes finding lids for containers can be a real pain the butt. That's why I love these silicone covers. I received the 2 pack which has one 6 inch and one 10.5 inch cover. These silicone covers are eco friendly, dishwasher safe, microwave safe, and of course food safe. When using it for reheating or storing, not only are they good to use in the microwave, but you can use it in the oven, and freezer.

I enjoyed using these covers when I was boiling food. Even though I received the two pack I do like the fact that they are available in a 4 pack which comes with sizes in 6, 8, 10.5, and 12 inches. Since they are made of silicone that makes it super easy to clean! I definitely recommend this product for anyone who wants an easy to use lid. Do be careful when boiling though, if you cover whatever your making completely and it steams up, opening this lid from the side will cause the steam to rush out wherever you lift it and it can burn you. Theres a small handle on the top to assist in lifting from the middle but it can be difficult to use when it suctions itself to the pot. This is something you should be aware of when using any lid but especially so with these; its easy to not realize how hot it is inside when you can't see through the lid.

You can get your own lids on Amazon
Also visit their website at www.praticogoods.com

I received this product for free for reviewing purposes. All opinions are my own.

"Dealey Plaza" by John A. Russo



John A. Russo is known as the "living legend" with 20 published books world wide and 19 feature films which include Return of the Living Dead, Midnight, The Majorettes, The Awakening, and Heartstopper.

By reading the back of the book you quickly learn about a young group of conspiracy buffs who go to Texas where the assassination of President Kennedy happened to film a reenactment. When I started reading the book I felt the book was going at a good pace and kept me wanting to see what happens. In the first few chapters you learn about 4 killings, that become the first of many murders in the book. After the murders take place the book, I felt, had slowed down quite a bit. You will notice that the book takes you through the Kennedy, Johnson, Nixon and Ford, Carter, Reagan, Bush[SR.], Clinton, and Bush[JR.] administrations to the end of the book. As you keep reading you learn that what happened on that day in 1964 would lead up to horrific events 40 years later. There is many mentions of racism, violence, and similarities to that of Hitler in Nazi Germany.

Who will live and who will die? Find out by picking up your own copy at Amazon

As I mentioned above I enjoyed reading this book for the first few chapters, up until right after the murders took place. After that I felt that it had slowed down, too much for my liking. There was a lot of going back and forth and I think that there should have been more focus on a specific character, as well as have more engaging moments to keep the reader going. Overall I think the plot of the book was great, just needed a little "oomph".

I received this product for free for reviewing purposes. All opinions are my own.

"Black Earth - The Holocaust as History and Warning" by Timothy Snyder



I love reading and learning about World War 2, especially about the holocaust. It's an interest that I've had for a long time. Naturally I was excited to read this book that talks more about the holocaust and Hitler. Just the history behind it the politics. Things some people may not think about or realize. Truthfully I have not yet finished this book but I will say that it has been very very interesting so far.

A lot of research went into putting this book together. Timothy Snyder read in many languages to to research for this book like; German, Polish, Yiddish, Russian, Hebrew, French, and Ukrainian. As you can see there is a lot of work that went into this. I respect the author for this, as writing about a topic like this isn't always easy.

I look forward to finishing this book and will do an update post about this book when I finish it.

You can purchase this book on Amazon

I received this product for free for reviewing purposes. All opinions are my own.

Thursday, August 13, 2015

Health Tech - Colon Detox



A healthy digestive system is crucial for health and well being. Colon detox is powerful but at the same time gentle and natural. This product contains ingredients from natural sources and also does not contain any sugar or oil. Each bottle provides you with 30 servings that is FDA [food and drug administration] approved and GMP certified [good manufacturing practice]. This product is manufactured in the USA.

Each 1500mg capsule contains:
- Acai berry which is high in antioxidants and is known to be more rich with antioxidants than cranberries, raspberries, blackberries, blueberries, and strawberries.
- Psyllium powder is a fiber laxative that stool to be passed easier.
- Inulin is used to increase the calcium absorption to promote growth of good bacteria in the intestines.
- Slippery elm bark helps to subdue gastrointestinal conditions.
- Aloe vera helps soothe any irritations that may occur in the digestive tract.
- Chlorella assists in getting rid of the toxins safely naturally as well as strengthening the immune system.
- Black walnut hulls helps with discomfort caused by constipation.
- Ginger root help ease diarrhea and nausea.
- Hyssop leaf contains anti viral and antimicrobial effects.
- Papaya not only helps break down proteins but also with digestion.
- Lycopeneis also an antioxidant.


There is no strong or overwhelming scent in the bottle which of course makes it easier to take. The size of the capsule itself may be a little tough for some but I had no issues. I like to drink some water before taking the pills as it makes it easier. When taking these capsules you only need to take 2 a day but for not more than 7 days at a time. And of course like with any supplement please speak with your general practitioner before taking any supplements.

You can purchase these on Amazon

I received this product for free for reviewing purposes. All opinions are my own.

Vibrant Life - Ultra Chlorella



Chlorella is an algae that is found in fresh water, and when using the whole plant it is known to be used to make nutritional supplements and medicine. A large portion of the Chlorella that is accessible in the U.S is developed in either Japan or Taiwan. During the process period it is formed into tablets and liquid extracts which contain "chlorella growth factor". It is characterized to be a water soluble extract that include chemicals like: amino acids, peptides, proteins, vitamins, sugars, and nucleic acids.

Chlorella, when used as a medication, is used to prevent cancer, reduce radiation treatment side effects, stimulate the immune system, improve your response to the flu vaccine, increase white blood cell counts[particularly those with HIV or cancer], helps prevent colds, protects your body from toxic metals [ie lead and mercury], and also to slow down the aging process. It has also been known to be used to boost the good bacteria that we have in our digestive tract and improve digestion as well as to help with treating ulcers, colitis, Chrohn's disease, and diverticulosis.

There are some cases where people have used chlorella to prevent stress related ulcers, treat constipation, bad breath, and high blood pressure. When using this product as an antioxidant it can be used to reduce cholesterol, increase energy, detox your body, provides a source of magnesium which improves mental health, ease PMS, and diminish asthma attacks.

Every capsule is potent to get maximum results. There are no additives, fillers, preservatives, artificial flavors or colors. Just results!

Do not be alarmed by the fishy smell when you open the bottle, this is natural due to the origin of the chlorella ingredient. The capsule size is like any other vitamin or supplement. They are easy to swallow, but for those who may have a hard time you can drink some water before hand to make it easier. You only need to take 1 capsule twice a day, for best results take 20-30 minutes before a meal. Of course as with any supplement please consult with your primary care physician to make sure they're ok for you to take!

You can purchase this on Amazon

I received this product for free for reviewing purposes. All opinions are my own.

Wednesday, August 12, 2015

Anaiti - Advanced Age-Defying Face Cream



Hyaluronic acid is naturally found in the human body and is mainly found in the fluids of the eyes and joints. Hyaluronic acid has many uses like: joint disorders, during eye surgeries to help replace eye fluids, lip fillers in plastic surgery, and on skin for: healing wounds, burns, skin ulcers, and most popular, as a skin moisturizer. Using hyaluronic acid has been referred to as the "fountain of youth".
MATRIXYL is an fatty acid that is mixed with amino acids and is known to be used in wrinkle creams.
RENOVAGE also known as trepenone has been used in Japan and help with protecting the tissues against any damage and/or stress.

When using all these three elements it can be used as an anti-wrinkle cream. This product is made in Canada, and is cruelty free, non-toxic, and paraben free. This product is also good if you want to minimize pores as well.

When I tried this cream I enjoyed the light scent and how soft it left my skin. It did not feel like I had a lot of leftover on my face like some face creams/lotions can sometimes do when it doesn't soak in. This product is oil free and works great for those that want a naturally-derived and are certified cosmetic products.

You can purchase this on Amazon

I received this product for free for reviewing purposes. All opinions are my own.