imPRESS Manicure

I'm always surfing through Pinterest seeing the awesome designs that people come up with for nail art. I'll be honest I get jealous. Lol. I mean who really has time to do all of that. Not me, that's for sure. So when I got sent these imPRESS manicure nails I was like AWESOME! I have actually seen these at my local Kroger store and have thought about buying them, but haven't come around to it.

Let me tell you about these nails. In a short time you can get salon like nails! Who wouldn't like that?! There is no mess, no drying time, just press and go since there is no glue involved. There are over 40 colors to choose from. There is a color for everyone.
Benefits
- Apply in minutes
- Waterproof
- Safe to use on natural nails
- No mess and no drying time
- You get an ultra gel like shine
- They are easy to remove
- Can last to upto a week

The only downside to all this is the fact that my natural nails are longer than the nails that I received. I really wish that I was able to use them, they're just so cute and fun looking.

Even though they didn't workout for me I still do recommend these to anyone wanting instant nails with no damage!

Visit them at impressmanicure.com

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

* The colors I got are called So, So Stellar and Symphony*

The Detangler Brush

I have curly hair that's thick too. Growing up and spending hours trying to comb through my hair was a nightmare. So trying to untangle knots and very familiar to me. Even now I sometimes get them. I'm not a fan of combing hair when it's dry. I try to comb it out after I wash it while it's damp and after I've some product in, either leave in conditioner/hair oil etc. To use this brush though you can use it on wet or dry hair and you don't have to have crazy hair like me! lol. It works on all hair types, whether it's long or short, straight or wavy or afro like, and thick or thin. the bristles are made of plastic but are flexible when used. Becaiuse of it's flexibility you can comb through hair with no snagging, discomfort, yanking, and of course no breakage. These are great for younger kids because of the designs that are offered. They come in cute designs. The picture above is the one that I received. The petite size fits in the palm of your hand and is also great to keep in your purse or if used by kids to put in their backpacks. It comes with a 100% satisfaction guarantee.

I recommend these for anyone but especially those have have stubborn hair! =P

You can get yours on Amazon

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

CardioTech Pro Series Digital Blood Pressure

In America more than 360,000 American deaths in 2013 included high blood pressure as a primary or contributing cause. That is almost 1,000 deaths each day. That's why having a blood pressure monitor is always a good choice; being able to check your blood pressure and keeping an eye on it is a smart idea. Now in no way does this replace a medical physician, so please do not start or end any treatment without consulting your primary physician.

I actually really like using this blood pressure monitor because you take it at the wrist. It also makes it easier to put on, sometimes putting on the arm ones can be a hassle. This monitor allows for upto 2 users for 90 readings each or 180 if it s just for one person. It is portable with a case to put it in, accurate and easy to use. It has automatic inflation and dynamic measurement technology. There is also an irregular heartbeat detector. The screen is still large enough to see to read not only your measurements but the history of past readings as well. This monitor is also backed by a 5 year warranty.

I do recommend this product to anyone who wants to monitor their blood pressure, but remember not to self diagnose. If you need to please see your doctor.

You can purchase yours on Amazon

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

40 count Marbles Lost My Marbles

I'm just going to go straight to how I feel about this product. What I received was not what was pictured. I was expecting to get the traditional looking marbles, which were the cats eye marbles. The marbles I did get were just plain colored which actually look ugly in my opinion. The shooter marble itself looks terrible. When I was a kid I remember collecting marbles even though I never played the games because I was clueless. I am quite disappointed in what I received. I will be posting a picture but at the moment my camera does not seem to be taking a good picture.

If you are interested in getting these marbles you can buy them on Amazon

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

US Art Supply Artist Wood Storage Box with Drawers

If I was able to only write that I love this product I would. But that isn't how a review works. Lol. I need to write a bit more. This wooden storage box is awesome, it's light weight but still sturdy and has a durable handle. In order to provide versatile organization the box has eight removable dividers (as you can see in the image above). There is also a removable drawer. US Art Supply calls this the classic version of the traditional artists box, and I agree. This tool box measures at 16"Wide x 8"Deep x 6-1/8"Tall and is made of unfinished beechwood, making it perfect to be stained to your liking. Use this Box to not only protect and organize your art supplies, but yo transport them too with the two locking clasps.

I really recommend this tool box, it's great for all ages.

You can purchase yours on Amazon

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

US Art Supply 9"x12" Premium Oil Painting Paper Pad

To start off I want to say how much I love products from US Art Supply. In the last little while I've received their products to review and I have never been disappointed. So naturally I loved this product. I want to mention first that I love that you are able to use this painting paper for more than just oil painting. I really do love when something is versatile. The quality of this paper is great. It is a heavy weight based 90lb paper. And as I mentioned above you are able to use to for more than just oil paints. Each pad comes with 15 sheets. Each sheet measures at 9x12 inches. It is a pretty good deal for that price! These sheets are acid free, have neutral ph, and are naturally white. The pad is glue bound which makes it easy to remove the sheets as you go.

I recommend this item to anyone just starting out or for the advanced painter.

You can purchase yours on Amazon

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

US Art Supply 17-Piece Oil Painting Set

If you follow my blog you would have read about how I love art and I support anyone who wants to pursue art. I love seeing not only adults but kids as well doing artwork. There are many that are so talented. I love starter kits, especially ones like this. Where it provides you all the basics of what you need to start painting. When I did any kind of painting it was always with acrylics, it's what I usually used when studying graphic design. So of course I was like OMGosh what am I supposed to do with these! lol. Now thanks to Youtube you can learn just about anything! What I received in this set is: one 24x30cm stretched canvas, twelve - 12ml oil paint colors, a wood palette, and a 3-piece bristle paint brush. It can sometimes be frustrating to paint with oil paints since it does take time to dry between coats/layers. But if you have the patience then all power to you! =P

I 100% recommend this set to all oil paint starters.

You can purchase yours on Amazon

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

Pratico - Small Cutting Board & Serving Tray

I love the look and feel of this bamboo cutting board, it definitely looks nicer than traditional looking cutting boards. Many cutting boards often split, warp, and/or break. This bamboo board is 100% premium bamboo. You will find that there are no added dyes and/or stains making it free of toxins. These small boards can be used to not only prepare but serve cheese, crackers and fruit. Bamboo wood is naturally a strong material which is why it is gentle on knives and won't make them dull.

Here is a simple break down of the benefits
★ Safe for food
★ Gentle and durable
★ Versatile
★ Easy to clean
★ Compact for easy storing
★ Life time warranty

Do I recommend this cutting board? Of course! It's great for everyone. You don't have to be a pro cook to own a nice cutting board.

You can find yours on Amazon

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

Fredrico's Car Care Digital Tire Pressure Gauge

Fuel efficiency is super important because if you don't have the proper pressure in your tires it can bring it down. That is why you want to make sure that your tires are inflated to how they should be. The best way to keep your tire pressure in order is by having a tire pressure gauge. This product is great, with a push of a button you quickly find out what the tire pressure is. With its small size it fits easily in the palm of your hand, the storage ability is great, it can be placed pretty much anywhere, whether it be in your glove box or backpack.

Fun fact(sort of):
Underinflated tires are one of the leading causes of blowouts.

As mentioned above when you have low pressure in your tires it may cause them to blow out. How can this happen you might be asking. It happens when there is more contact than there is supposed to be with the ground, which is caused by putting too much friction. This tire gauge houses a bright LCD display screen, provides 0 - 100 PSI reading, 4 different units of measurement, 30 second auto shut off.

Just a recap
- You save money
- Provides an ergonomic design
- Pocket sized for super easy storing
- Increases the life of your tires
- Most importantly provides a safer drive for you and/or your family

I really do recommend this product for drivers, to help monitor their tires. Super easy to use and overall great product. They also provide a satisfaction guarantee!

You can purchase yours at Amazon

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

Stainless Steel 3 Piece Barbecue Tool Set

Calling out to all BBQ grillers out there! Today I've got a BBQ tool set to show you all. If you're wanting to make great food, you will need to proper tools to make that happen. This set comes with three pieces: a spatula, fork, and tongs. On the spatula you have a serrated edge that helps you cut pieces of meat. With its large size it allows for easy handling of larger sized foods. A great feature on the spatula is the bottle opener. So while grilling you can easily pop open some bottles. The fork and tongs have long handles to prevent you being burned from the flames and it provides you a great grip with the non slip handles. All of these tools are dishwasher safe and make for easy storing with the hooks to hang. This set works great to give as a gift whether it's for your husband, dad, boyfriend etc. As well as any occasion. I really do recommend this product to the grill master or anyone starting out too!

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

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ISA Professional - Organic Argan Oil 100% USDA EcoCert

Using argan oil for your hair is very good. Which is why I recommend for everyone to use it. This particular product is 100% organic cold pressed extra virgin argan oil. It comes straight from the argan trees in Morocco. In argan oil you will find vitamin E in such a way that makes it easy for our body and hair to absorb. A little does go a long way, you only really need a few drops. It not only adds shine, but also take care of fly aways as well as split ends. As for skin it is a wonderful moisturizer. As I mentioned before this argan on is 100% organic, as well as USDA organic. You won't find anything extra that can be harmful. These oils are produced in small batches for quality.

I really do recommend for everyone who may have dry hair to use this. I like to use is in a mixture with conditioner and use it as a mask, and I also like to use it after i flat iron my hair to re-hydrate from the heat.

You can purchase yours on Amazon

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

Midori Spring Ceremonial (GOLD) Matcha Green Tea

I'm sure you have seen around about the benefits from drinking green tea. This matcha green tea would provide those health benefits to you. It is a premium quality and it is known to be used in tea ceremonies due to the quality. When it is traditionally brewed, you will have rich, smooth, and creamy with a touch of a sweet flavor. This matcha is organic (USDA) and kosher. You can trust that the best raw material from Aichi and Kagoshima in Japan are used to maintain the highest standard in production. You will notice once you make the matcha that it will be a bright green color which can only come from high quality matcha. I mentioned above about health benefits, which can include:an increase in energy that would not cause any shakiness, reduce your stress, enhance mental alertness, improve your metabolism, and help with weight loss, and others.

It's really easy to make. You can use one of those mini electric drink whisks and you're good to go. I would definitely recommend this to any green tea drinker!

You can purchase yours on Amazon

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

Maverick Redi-Chek Direct Connect Kitchen Thermometer

Getting the right temperature when cooking/grilling meat is very important. You want to make sure that they're always cooked otherwise you risk getting sick or poisoning. You don't need to be a professional cook to own one. I think a thermometer that connects to your phone to provide you a digital reading is really cool. There is an app that you download for your phone (either iOS or Android). In this app it can calculate how much time is left to cook the meat and it displays it for you in real time. There are 16 presets for meat and 2 food. The temperature displays between 4F and 392F. So what do you actually get when you purchase this. I received the thermometer and meat claw forks(which is a bonus item). The thermometer probe and cord measure at 59 inches. The app is easy to download there is a label that has a QR code for you to scan and it will take you to the app page. The following are other features on the app: save cooking notes, share pictures, notes, and cooking charts with friends through social media, and you can record your voice as the alert.

You can purchase yours on Amazon

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

US Art Supply Easel Box Set with Acrylic Paint Kit

I got exactly what I had expected to when I received mine in the mail. A perfect set of basic supplies for anyone wanting to learn painting. The easel houses box that contains a drawer to put your paints and brushes in. The easel is great because you can use it on a table top and ca be placed on different angles. So you're probably wondering what do I actually get if I purchase this easel box set. Well let me tell you! You get the wood box easel of course, a 9x12 inch stretched canvas to get you started, twelve 12ml paint tubes, four paint brushes, a plastic palette, and a palette knife. Which is super reasonable for the price you pay. This box set works very well for a gift as well. I do recommend this for any beginner!

You can purchase your box set on Amazon

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

ISA Professional Digital Flat Iron Hair Straightener

I have been using flatirons for a long time, since perhaps around 2007. I've gone through a couple flat irons since then, mainly switching for a new one after the old one just isn't working anymore lol. Lately I've been having a hard time to find the right flat iron to work for me with where I live (because of a change in climate etc). Any that I have used just don't seem to be doing the trick. So of course I would naturally be excited to get this flatiron from ISA. I really thing it did well! I have a picture posted below of what my hair is naturally and when straightened out.

This flatiron has a digital temperature controls, unlike some that don't and just switch on. Different hair types need a different heat setting. Like me for example, I always need a high temperature otherwise nothing happens. The plates that are on this flat iron are made of tourmaline, which will provide you with smooth silky hair. And who doesn't want that? :)

So what features does it have?
100% solid tourmaline ceramic plates for great hair!
Neon background LCD display for easy reading
Digital temperature control of 175F to 450F, no more guessing
45 minute auto shut off for those who sometimes forget to turn off their flatirons
360 degree no tangle cord
the ability to lock the buttons so you don't press them or turn it off by accident
and the most important of all a full 2 year warranty

I really do recommend this flatiron to anyone who wants smooth hair and not crispy hair!

As promised a picture of myself of what my natural vs flat ironed hair looks like. :P

You can purchase your own on Amazon

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

US Art Supply Medium Canvas Panel Assortment Pack

Having graduated from an art major I was naturally excited when I got approved for this promotion. I love the idea of canvas panels. You can use canvas in many ways whether its painting on it, drawing on it, or using other mediums or art supplies to create something. I was surprised as to how many pieces you actually get for the price that is listed on Amazon. I received 6-5"x7", 6-8"x10", 6-9"x12", and 6-11"x14". Which is pretty awesome. These are quality artist canvas panels and are acrylic primed so that you can use any medium. These panels are great for all ages, especially for younger kids. the thickness of these panels are a good size to be able to frame them as well.

You can get your own canvas panels on Amazon

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

Kuuk Professional Stainless Steel Garlic Press

Garlic I think is the best ingredient when cooking. I love to use it when i make spaghetti sauce or burgers, you can't really go wrong with garlic. :) The Kuuk professional stainless steel garlic press is a great product. It is not only easy to hold and use but to clean as well. Press garlic easier and faster than before. You can place a whole clove and crush it, and it will remove the skin for you! No need to stand and peel them beforehand. This product is dishwasher safe which I know would be an important feature for many people, but because of its easy cleaning you can easily wash it with a quick rinse. It is hassle free cleaning guaranteed! This garlic press is something you don't have to think twice about buying, it is a great investment for your cook at home. Since this mincer is made of stainless steel material you do not need to worry about it ever rusting or breaking! Kuuk provides a lifetime warranty on your garlic press. I definitely recommend this product to anyone who loves cooking or is just getting their own place, you will not regret it.

You can purchase your own on Amazon

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