New Almay One Coat Mega Volume Mascara

Hello Cuppy Cakes, 

I will be reviewing the New Almay One Coat Mega Volume Mascara. I am honestly impressed with the results and the formula. I have to admit that I had a go-to mascara that had me convinced that there is no other ones out there for me, but after trying Almay’s megaphone wand, it’s a definite contender.

There are two unique features that I have grown to love over the past couple weeks, the first being the formula. Almay is known to have hypoallergenic and fragrance-free formulas, and for me it’s perfect since my eyes are super-sensitive to a lot of products. I found with continued use that my eyes didn’t get irritated or red, even after getting some into my eyes. If you are an allergy sufferer or contact wearer I would recommend Almay. 

You do not need to reapply, and like it says, one coat is perfect for a day’s look. I haven’t had any issues with the mascara running other than if I shed a tear or two. This specific formula isn’t waterproof, but they do have that option if you are looking for it. As for sweating and working long days, the mascara has stayed on and wasn’t clumpy upon application. Although I say it isn't clumpy, there is a chance if you let it dry and apply more that your lashes will start to stick together. 

The second unique feature (and a pretty obvious one) is the megaphone brush. It actually works wonders getting into those tiny areas. Unlike other applicators, I am able to maneuver the brush to get every hair without stabbing my eye or smearing the product. The diversity of application makes an impact, proving how effective this mascara really is. Overall my lashes look noticeably longer and fuller, and I am able to reach every angle of my lashes and give them the space that they need to shine! 

I like to use my opposite hand to get the outer edges with the wand.

Thank you Crowdtap

This post was sponsored by Almay® as part of a sampling activation for Crowdtap. I received complimentary products to facilitate my review.

#crowdtap #crowdtappers #review #LashOutLoud #Almay #Almaycrowd #mascara 

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Lightlife Smart Dogs (Meatless Veggie Hot Dogs)

Hello Cuppies!

It's been a while since I have posted, but you know how it goes enjoying the great outdoors and the beautiful sunny weather. It couldn't be more perfect timing to try Lightlife Smart Dogs Meatless Veggie Hot Dogs for summer grilling. 

I would have never thought in a million years that I would fall in love with veggie hot dogs. I was very skeptical about trying them at first, but I like veggie burgers, so I thought "why not?" In fact they are very flavorful and not what I imagined they would taste like. I am already not a big meat eater, so I am glad to find a tasty hot dog alternative that provides a good amount of protein. To counter my opinion, my boyfriend who loves meat thought these were just okay.

However, I disagree and think they taste just as great and have the same texture as a meaty hot dog. We have been grilling these up for summer dinners, but I think any way you prepare they will be just as tasty. Overall, I personally loved them and will be purchasing more. Even if you are a bit skeptical, it’s worth a try because they just might surprise you. 

An added bonus is that Lightlife has been giving back 5% of annual profits to charitable organizations since they’ve started about 35 years ago, so you can feel good about eating healthy and helping others at the same time! Check out the link to learn more about who they work with.

Thank you Socialnature

This post was sponsored by Lightlife as part of a sampling activation for Socialnature. I received complimentary products to facilitate my review.

#meatfromplants #contest #lightlife #socialnature #vegan

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Seventh Generation Free & Clear Laundry Detergent

Happy Holiday's cuppies!!


I was fortunate enough to try Seventh Generation Free & Clear laundry detergent for free in 3 small fun packages for my honest review.

I love that Seventh Generation stands behind it's products that are made better not only for us as consumers, but for the environment overall. The Free & Clear detergent is all natural that contains no dyes, optical brighteners or synthetic fragrances. It's not only great for people with sensitivities, but for anyone really. All the ingredients are listed on the bottle (even the sample pack) as to inform the consumers what's in their detergent is safe. #comeclean

The ingredients are plant-based and USDA Certified 97%. To be honest I was a little skeptical about being all plant-based and being able to clean sufficiently, but I was pleasantly surprised after using the samples through different loads (types) of laundry. I decided to try the samples on colors, darks and whites to see if I would notice a difference in any load.

The sample size was just the right amount for a medium/large load of laundry. There is no scent to the product and the liquid detergent is clear in color. It's made for HE washer like ours, but will work just as well for regular washers.

I am impressed with the results from all 3 loads of laundry. There was a fresh neutral scent (not perfume) before loading into the dryer and I'm happy to say all my clothes came out clean and soft.  It's definitely a brand I will be switching over with trusted natural ingredients, a honest company and to help out the environment in the long run.

#Seventhgeneration #comeclean #detergent #liquiddetergent #eco #Natural #safe #effective #review #biobased #sensitiveskin #gentle #clean #naturalingredients #happyholidays 

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#TastyVoxBox Review Influenster

Hello,

Hope everyone has enjoyed the past few weeks whether you celebrate Thanksgiving or not. I like to try and remind myself to be thankful for 5 things everyday, because this life is short and precious.

Today I am thankful for the opportunity have tried and review tasty goods from Influenster from their #tastyvoxbox

The day I received the box it felt like Christmas morning and I eagerly opened to see all the goodies inside. The size and how much stuff in the box was more than I expected, so thank you #Influenster and all the brands that offered up the goodies. 

Tasty Goodies:

Yogi tea
Franks RedHot Original Cayenne Pepper Sauce
French’s Crispy Fried Onions
Splenda Naturals
Kashi GoLean Shake
Country Crock
Smart Ones frozen meal

Yogi Tea

 

I received a sample pack of two different flavors from Yogi Tea that included Cinnamon Berry Probiotic Balance and Green Tea Kombucha. I seem to be hearing more and more about this tea so I was excited to try two very different teas.

The first I tried in the pack was the Cinnamon Berry Probiotic Balance and I found it intriguing and very different from what I normally drink in teas. It supports digestion by keeping a healthy balance in your digestive tract. The warming spices from the Chai and Cumin and Hawthorn Berry add a spice along with a fruity flavor. I normally don’t have digestive tract issues so unless that changes I will refer to buying this tea for a healthy option before going to medicine. I would recommend for anyone who needs to calm, relieve and promote healthy digestion.  

The second in the pack is the Green Tea Kombucha which I opened up on Black Friday after taking a small trip to one store and all its craziness I needed to feel some serenity. I absolutely love green teas and always get on a kick. There are so many benefits such as antioxidants and nutrients that help you relax and reduce weight. The taste is more than that of just a green tea and I loved that it was fruitier with the plum and passion fruit flavors.

A definite favorite. So I headed to the store to purchase more and I never realized how many flavors they had so it was hard choosing a box to settle on. 

Franks RedHot Original Cayenne Pepper Sauce

This would be the first time ever using Franks RedHot sauce and I very much enjoyed it. It’s made from cayenne peppers which add a little hint of spice to whatever you add. I decided to try it on some homemade cheesy potatoes. Yum! Gave it just a little extra flavor and kick. 
I usually can’t eat very spicy foods so I felt this was perfect for the mild lovers of sauces. I’m sure if you douse it in extra sauce you can build up the spicy-ness. For me a little went a long way. I liked it and will be trying it with new things like chicken nuggets and scrambled eggs.

French’s Crispy Fried Onions 

I was excited to receive French's Crispy Fried Onions because I already had planned on making green bean casserole for Thanksgiving. Having tried these before at family gatherings I knew they were going to be tasty. They are crispy right out of the container and taste great just on their own. The casserole turned out great and I loved the little extra crunchiness. What I didn’t know how versatile these onions actually were until I looked up other recipes. We had a little extra left so I will be trying them with my veggie burger next time.

Splenda Naturals

Having already received sample sizes of the Splenda Naturals I was thankful to have a little extra at home, but they won’t last long! I have enjoyed using the original Splenda for years, but after initially trying these I have already went out and bought a box to switch over. Mainly because I love the taste of the Naturals compared to the original and yes they do taste different! I also love the fact that they don’t have any bitter aftertaste whatsoever and it’s made from a more natural process.

Kashi Go Lean Dark Cocoa Power

#Shelfie

I decided I would give my complimentary Kashi Go Lean Dark Cocoa Power from Influenster a go after a hard workout. I was tired and had high expectations that this would relive my hunger and that the taste would be good. I was caught off guard however when I first tasted it. It literally tastes like cardboard. Knowing it was plant-based I was hoping the Dark Cocoa would be enough to counteract that. It is an acquired taste. I would recommend adding fruits, honey, and yogurt possibly with the powder to make a smoothie. I like that is very healthy and from a brand I trust, but I may be hesitant to actually buy this in the future. I do still have a lingering curiosity how it would taste in a smoothie so I may bite the bullet and buy more to get the added benefits of the protein. 

Country Crock (Calcium plus Vitamin D)

I can remember Country Crock being a staple in my household growing up. We never used any other brand except this one. Even the color of the containers are relatively the same tannish-brown. Growing up I have adapted this into my fridge as well. 

It’s great butter that works literally for everything from multi-grain bread to vegetables. The texture is smooth and spreads very easily over anything. The taste is great and this time around I decided to purchase the Calcium with Vitamin D. The sizes of the containers vary to whatever you need and are easily affordable. When I was younger we always got the large tub for our family of 5, but now with my little family we can get by for quite some time with 15 ounces.

The original Country Crock only contains 50 calories per tablespoon, so not as bad as most would think about butter. I like to use mine in moderation and it always tastes wonderful, especially on a piece of warm cornbread. Mmm!

I also made cookies with the Country Crock and they turned out delicious! I will leave a link here soon. 

Smart Ones Frozen Meal (Fettucini Alfredo)

#Shelfie

Sometimes you don't have time to make a five course meal.. wait who actually does that? I had the opportunity to choose a free Smart Ones meal and give my honest opinion. I would say it's pretty good for a frozen meal and the portions are just right. It wasn't as flavorful as I was hoping, but I did enjoy the taste. It's a simple Fettuccine Alfredo with large chunks of broccoli. I am not on the Weight Watchers program, but I do appreciate that it's only 250 calories.  However, the sodium level is a bit high. 


Overall I could see purchasing this in the future and possibly trying other meals from Smart Ones.

I received all products from Influenster for free for my honest opinions. I am so thankful that I had the opportunity to try new foods, foods that I haven’t had in years and ones that I already implement in my life because they are so tasty! 



#influenster #yogi #yogitea #Voxbox #review #gotitfree #FranksRedHot #Frenchs #Kashi #KashiGoLean #Smartones #tea #food #foodie #Countrycrock

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New Aveeno Daily Moisturizing Body Wash & Lotion Apricot & Honey

Being a part of Crowdtap I get to try new products I may have not otherwise been familiar with. I am familiar and love the brand Aveeno so I am excited to be able and try their new line of skin care that is made from yogurt and has active ingredients such as oatmeal.  

As part of this experience I was able to try both the Aveeno daily moisturizing body yogurt (lotion) and Aveeno daily moisturizing yogurt body wash. 

Both the body wash and lotion have the scent apricot and honey, a great combination for a fresh, sweet and enriched formula.

The lotion comes in a good size jar that is 7 oz and the body wash in a decent size 12 fl oz bottle. Both are recyclable, so do our planet some good and recycle if you are able (#2, #5).

As for the scent of both the fragrance was strongest in the containers, but the lotion's scent was stronger and lasted longer on the skin compared to the body wash. It's what I expected from the lotion rather than the body wash. The body wash's fragrance was very minimal after showering.

The feel and use of the body wash was that the texture of it was creamy, but it took a lot more product than I would like to get a nice lather. It was easy to spread and get a fair amount of product, but I wish that it came in a larger bottle because I feel like I could easily get through this body wash in no time. It washed off easily. 

The feel and use of the body lotion was a more luxurious experience, I felt that the cool, creamy and watery texture of the lotion spreads easily. I am able to cover a lot of area with less product. There is an instant feeling of a cooling sensation. I don't know if this is true for everyone because I tried it on my boyfriend and he's like "I dunno", so helpful! lol. I however like the cooling sensation and think it's due to the active ingredients. The appearance of the lotion looked just like yogurt, but not the same for the body wash.

The results for the body wash is that I really liked using it and the minimal scent is nice especially for people who are sensitive to fragrances. I personally think that both smell more of apricot and only a hint of the honey. I personally love the scent. After showering I did notice a difference with my skin on the half that I used to the body wash compared to the other where I used nothing. My skin felt noticeably softer, cool, and moisturized. 

As for the results of the lotion I can still smell and feel the lotion after hours of use with only one application. My skin feels instantly more smooth and nourished and just like the body wash I compared using only this lotion against using nothing and I love the results. You can still see a slight sheen and feel the softness of my skin where I used the lotion.

Great tips is that you can use both the body wash and lotion for shaving your legs to get enriching results. Usually my legs feel raw after shaving but I notice a great deal after using the body wash/lotion combo. 

Overall using one or the other or both together you will see results. Just remember if you are taking a sniff of it in the store neither of the products are as strong as the fragrance compacted into the containers. I can see giving these as a gift set for this upcoming Christmas or as a stocking stuffer. 

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New Aveeno Daily Moisturizing Body Wash & Lotion Apricot & Honey