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Salutations Cuppies,
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year for all stopping here for my review on this month’s Daily Goodie Box. I am so grateful for my experience trying out all the goodies this month. The box couldn’t have arrived at a better time for the holidays, and was like unwrapping an extra Christmas gift. Each and every product was either tasty or useful in my household. I think I even found a few new favorite items that I’ll be looking to purchase very soon. I am really thankful to Daily Goodie Box for selecting me to give my opinion on all these great products and share with you all here on my blog.
Goodies:
My Cup Of Cake - My Cup Of Cocoa
Ezywipe - Cleansing Towels
Lang’s Chocolates - Chocolate Covered OREO Cookies
Tiger Balm - Pain Relieving Patch
Baron Chocolatier - Chocolate Gummy Bears
Goddess Garden - Organic Sun & Skin Care
B.O.S.S Food Co. - Superfood Bars
Ethical Bean - Lush Medium Dark Roast Coffee
Zahlers - Prenatal+DHA 300 Supplements
Herbal Zap - Party Detox Herbal Supplement
My Cup Of Cake - My Cup Of Cocoa
Although
I was anticipating the arrival of My Cup of Cake, I instead received a
delightful My Cup of Cocoa, a dark hot chocolate powder. I love the pleasing
design of the graphics and the simplicity of the cardboard container. It definitely
reminds me of a cozy homemade product and company. Inside, the contents are
sealed in a foil wrapper for protection. It’s limited to just two ingredients,
sugar and cocoa, and is non-GMO and gluten free, making it simply great.
There
are two ways to create the hot cocoa; with the stove top or microwave. We like
to use 2% milk in our household to give it that extra creamy, chocolatey taste.
However, if you’re looking to cut calories or are lactose intolerant, you could
use almond milk or water. I am a lover of all dark chocolate so this was
decadent, rich and enjoyable. Even though this isn’t too sweet, dark chocolate
contains more antioxidants that are better for your body than milk chocolate.
I’ve already had two cups since it arrived, and there are still 2-3 servings
left. This hot cocoa perfectly pairs with a warm blanket while relaxing this
holiday season.
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I spend a lot of time
going outdoors and traveling in the truck with my dogs, which can be a real
mess. Especially when the snow thaws and we’re left with a muddy yard. This
really let me put Ezywipes to the test by cleaning up my pup’s dirty paws after
tracking through the yard into my truck. The wipes come in a convenient
resealable tube that contains 8 little compressed dots that you magically add
water to expand. I dumped some water from my water bottle on to the tablet and
easily kneaded it out into a towel in my hands. 
I found the towels to be
really absorbent, it soaked up all the dirt and mud from both of my dog’s paws
with just one. I also loved the fact that I could reuse it a couple more times
before I threw it out. I also used the same wipe before entering the house to
keep paw prints off the carpet. I love the fact that it’s sustainable and
ecofriendly which I look for in all the products I use. These are the perfect
size to keep in your purse, vehicles, camping gear or just around the house so
you’re always prepared. I’ll be keeping these in my truck, but I do want to
purchase more for my boyfriend’s vehicle as well to keep us covered for all our
dog adventures.
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I was most excited for
these out of anything else in the box. Out of the packaging the first thing I
noticed was that these chocolate covered Oreo cookies were extra THICC. There was so much chocolate! As I was trying these my boyfriend stole one from me and devoured it, I jokingly asked for it back and he told me “it probably even tastes delicious on the way back up.” Honestly though, these cookies are decadent and I will seek them out and purchase more, not only for myself but for family and friends to try.
Tiger Balm - PainRelieving Patch
Tis the season to take
some time to yourself and relax, but there’s nothing more annoying or
displeasing than muscle pain. I currently don’t have any issues with muscle or
joint pain, but since my boyfriend’s workout regimen is strenuous, I was able
to share one of the Tiger Balm Pain Relieving Patches with him. Once opened it
smelled mostly of menthol, but wasn’t as potent once removed from the packaging
and placed on the skin. He thought it provided a really relaxing heat to the
area and allowed him to recover more quickly. The patch was remarkably not
greasy or messy at all to apply and it stayed in place for the hours he had it
on.
Tis the season to take
some time to yourself and relax, but there’s nothing more annoying or
displeasing than muscle pain. I currently don’t have any issues with muscle or
joint pain, but since my boyfriend’s workout regimen is strenuous, I was able
to share one of the Tiger Balm Pain Relieving Patches with him. Once opened it
smelled mostly of menthol, but wasn’t as potent once removed from the packaging
and placed on the skin. He thought it provided a really relaxing heat to the
area and allowed him to recover more quickly. The patch was remarkably not
greasy or messy at all to apply and it stayed in place for the hours he had it
on.
Tiger Balm is a patch
infused with herbal ingredients to tackle pain and aches naturally. The patch
is a decent size to target problem areas, but they offer larger sizes for
larger body parts. I personally get horrible lower back pain during my period
so I am looking forward to trying the patch to alleviate pain. I am also not a
fan of taking pills for everything, which makes this patch an excellent
alternative. Considering how well the patch worked I am really excited to try
out other products from Tiger Balm.
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I never in my life had
anything but plain fruit flavored bears, making these chocolate-covered ones
intriguing to experience. At first, I dove right in and chewed the whole bear
up at once, but I found that the flavor was really unpleasant. However, when I
ate the chocolate first by letting melt off the gummy bear I was able to
appreciate the fruity flavor. As I was sharing these with my boyfriend, we
struggled to determine which flavor was which, because they were all clear in
color. The taste of the chocolate reminded me of tootsie rolls and the gummy
bears underneath were delicious. 
These bears come in a
generous, shareable portion of approximately 20 gummies per bag. I love that
they are GMO free, made with natural ingredients, and even certified Kosher.
Neither my boyfriend or I are fans of the chocolate and fruit mix, but adventurous
snackers will find these really enjoyable. For instance, I could see my
students loving this unique variation on two classic snacks.
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Goddess Garden - Organic Sun & Skin Care
This is not my first time
using Goddess Garden’s Sun & Skin Care line, and I stand behind Goddess
Garden’s belief that we should embrace our time in the sun, not avoid it. Their
products are made with natural ingredients with no harsh chemicals and perfect
for even the most sensitive skin. I personally won’t go out in the sun even
during the winter months without some sort of protection, not only because I
burn easily, but since I want to keep my skin as healthy as possible.
This is not my first time
using Goddess Garden’s Sun & Skin Care line, and I stand behind Goddess
Garden’s belief that we should embrace our time in the sun, not avoid it. Their
products are made with natural ingredients with no harsh chemicals and perfect
for even the most sensitive skin. I personally won’t go out in the sun even
during the winter months without some sort of protection, not only because I
burn easily, but since I want to keep my skin as healthy as possible.
I received three decent
sample sizes, which were enough to use it several times to get a feel of how
each product works. The first sample that I started using immediately is the
Dream Repair, a fortifying night cream that helps restore the day’s damage. The
cream smells like nature with the licorice root and instantly feels nourishing
on the face. It easily spreads and smooths into skin for a rich hydration.
The next two samples: Face
the Day, a daily moisturizer and firming primer that contains 30 SPF, and Under
the Sun, a hydrating vitamin serum work together to combat wrinkles, nourish
and increase elasticity of your skin. As recommended I used both together for a
couple days. I started with Under the Sun after cleaning my face and let it
soak into my skin before applying Face the Day cream.
Under the Sun is a yellow
tinted serum that feels like oil but with the added benefits, a little goes
extremely goes a long way with this serum to cover face and neck. After I have
let it set for a while, I add Face the Day cream which instantly takes away the
slickness of the serum and allows for makeup application. Overall, Goddess
Garden delivers plant-based and cruelty-free skin and sun care products that
not only healthy for your body, but for our environment as well.
Check out each here:
Dream RepairFace the Day
Under the Sun
I have been looking to add
more clean snacking into my daily routine, so this BOSS Bars Sour Cherry
Sunflower Seed Restore Bar couldn’t have come at a better time. Since I am a nerd about recycling, one of the first things I noticed about the packaging is that it’s TIPA certified sustainable, which means its completely compostable. I am not really insistent that my diet be soy free, paleo or gluten free, but I am happy that it has no preservatives added. Perhaps the most appealing thing about this bar is that the list of ingredients is so incredibly simple.
With ingredients like
dates, seeds, cherries and honey, the flavor is naturally excellent and makes
me feel like I am eating something that is good for my body. I absolutely loved
the soft, chewy texture and the fact I could taste the crunchy seeds. Looking
over their website, I already see other flavors I would be very interested in
trying including the Raspberry Almond and Banana Pumpkin Seed. These bars are
rather expensive, but are very dense and have a lot of nutritious calories. If
you’re trying to eat clean, you really can’t go wrong with these superfood
bars.
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Ethical Bean - Lush MediumDark Roast Coffee
I will never turn down
trying new coffees, therefore I was excited to try Ethical Bean Lush Medium
Dark Roast for the first time. The simple contemporary packaging stands out
against the other coffees that I see on the supermarket shelf. Upon opening the
coffee, I was overcome with a blend of earthy and smoky scents. The smell of
the coffee as it was brewing filled the entirety of my home.
I will never turn down
trying new coffees, therefore I was excited to try Ethical Bean Lush Medium
Dark Roast for the first time. The simple contemporary packaging stands out
against the other coffees that I see on the supermarket shelf. Upon opening the
coffee, I was overcome with a blend of earthy and smoky scents. The smell of
the coffee as it was brewing filled the entirety of my home.
So far, I have tried the
coffee two ways, black and with creamer added. When taken black the flavor is
very bold and earthy, with a bitter aftertaste. When I added my usual
concoction of creamer and instant latte foam, I can still taste earthy notes of
the coffee but it cancels out the bitterness. I also love that this is a
Fairtrade product meaning that all the hard labor put into this coffee is
properly rewarded. In my opinion, the more ethical and sustainable products I
can buy, the better. Overall, I loved this Ethical Bean coffee and after
looking at their other varieties, I am interested in trying more. I wish it was
available in stores since it is currently only offered via Amazon in the United
States.
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Zahlers - Prenatal+DHA 300 Supplements
I am not currently
pregnant, but I am looking forward to having a child in the near future which
means I am always on the lookout for good products to use for a healthy
pregnancy. Zahler's packaging looks premium and would definitely catch my eye with
it’s cute but simple design. The fact that these are made with pure and natural
ingredients are really important to me, since I try to use all-natural products
in my everyday life. It’s really encouraging to know that this vitamin includes
critical ingredients like DHA and Folates that are important to develop
cognition, motor function and vision in your growing baby.
I am not currently
pregnant, but I am looking forward to having a child in the near future which
means I am always on the lookout for good products to use for a healthy
pregnancy. Zahler's packaging looks premium and would definitely catch my eye with
it’s cute but simple design. The fact that these are made with pure and natural
ingredients are really important to me, since I try to use all-natural products
in my everyday life. It’s really encouraging to know that this vitamin includes
critical ingredients like DHA and Folates that are important to develop
cognition, motor function and vision in your growing baby.
The vitamins look like an
average size for supplements and I don’t think I’d have any problem taking them
on a daily basis. That said, I would never try these while not pregnant since
there is research to suggest that it’s actually harmful for women who aren’t
expecting. Furthermore, there is no evidence that it helps with hair and nail
growth.
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It’s my winter holiday and
that means plenty of time off to enjoy some adult beverages. Herbal Zap Party
Detox Herbal Supplement came in handy after a night having several cocktails,
when I really needed to replenish my body with helpful herbs to soothe and
detox. Although this says “party,” that doesn’t just mean alcohol, but if you
eat too much or not enough sleep this will help alleviate your stomach and
stress. Ingredients like ginger and black pepper are included to support
digestion and detoxification, with turmeric to provide antioxidants.
Simply pour the packet
into hot or cold water, stir and let natural remedies take effect. It tasted
like ginger tea with a spicy kick and subtle sweetness, but only being 6
ounces, I was able to easily take it down. Within the hour I started feeling
better and the sluggishness and slight headache were gone. I can see taking
this not only after drinking, but also gruesome nights of homework and no
sleep.
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This post was sponsored by Daily Goodie Box. I received complimentary products to facilitate my review.
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