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Okay, let me just call it like it is...  Savannah is getting more and more into the teenage stage, so you better believe that "skin care" routine is life these days... Unfortunately for me, I have never been one to pamper myself. That being said, she has been on me to at least start moisturizing or something. It has normally been just wash my face in the shower and that is it... but I am trying.   The older I am getting... I see it... so I get what she means.  Lucky for us, I was sent the most beautiful line of skin care from Olea Essence and I am having to hide it from Savannah.    FTC Compliant Review Policy:    The product(s) featured in this review were provided free of cost to me by the manufacturer or representing PR agency for the sole purpose of product testing. Opinions expressed are my own and are NOT influenced by monetary compensation A sleek package was waiting on me when I returned home one weekend.  I was so excited to open it,...

Time flies, you know?  Broxton was my first born and my whole world... Savannah came along and my life was complete.  My kiddos drive me up the wall most days, but I would not trade it for anything... Because I remind myself I was once a kid myself and wow- what a roller coaster ride that was!   Anyways, I was ABSOLUTELY shocked when BOTH of them started asking for skin care essentials.  I don't remember asking for skin care growing up... maybe that is why I don't even wear makeup now?  I noticed Broxton getting a pimple here and there, but nothing crazy and mostly I think it was from football and sweat.  Savannah on the other hand, she wants ALL THE FACE STUFF - cleaning, moisturizing, makeup ... you name it. Thanks to you tube videos...  So I was thrilled to get the chance to review the anokha skin care sample set.  Perfect for gift giving!   FTC Compliant Review Policy:    The product(s) featured in this review were pro...

Can y'all believe it is almost Christmas?  I know my kiddo's are hopeful that they get money to buy a few things that they have learned about since turning in their Christmas lists... With that being said, I wanted to highlight some things we have reviewed leading up this holiday season: FTC Compliant Review Policy:    The product(s) featured in this review were provided free of cost to me by the manufacturer or representing PR agency for the sole purpose of product testing. Opinions expressed are  my own and are NOT influenced by monetary compensation. Skin Care/ Hair Care  : STRYKE CLUB Pura DOr Haircare  Movies: Rise of Gru Elvis League of Superpets ET Christmas Classics Books: 100 Things to Do in Athens  Subscription Box: Loot Crate  D8te Box  Once Upon A Book Club Kids : Tee Turtle Unicorn Plushies Star Belly Dream Lights  HomeRoom 325 BraveJustice Kids Co Game Night: PlaySmart Dice  Taco Vs Burrito / Bold Made Don't Go Boom / ...

As we all know, I am not big on pampering myself... Maybe one day, but not yet...  Either way, Skinerals has a great line of products...  make sure to spend the money you got for the holidays to treat yourself and see what all is available for you to enjoy!   FTC Compliant Review Policy:  The product(s) featured in this review were provided free of cost to me by the manufacturer or representing PR agency for the sole purpose of product testing. Opinions expressed are my own and are NOT influenced by monetary compensation. PRESS RELEASE:  Discover Skinerals: Organic Skin Line with a Life-Changing Purpose Protect your skin naturally while helping fund skin cancer research with Skinerals. Skinerals innovative formulas focus on minerals—not chemicals—to restore, pamper, and protect the body’s most important and hardest working features. Skineral's founder, Michael Schindele, launched his brand after his daughter was diagnosed with severe eczema and skin allergi...

Several of my friends rave about how wonderful Coconut Oil is.  I really had no clue anything about it, until I was lucky enough to be sent a selection of Skinny & Co. Products for us to review. Broxton has eczema flare ups from time to time, but Savannah has it really bad pretty much all the time. Everyone said to give coconut oil a try and with this review product being sent to me, I figured why not.  I just did not know it was a good product to have for your skin.  Lucky for me, the containers that were sent to me also had on it what it was best used for! FTC Compliant Review Policy:   The product(s) featured in this review were provided free of cost to me by the manufacturer or representing PR agency for the sole purpose of product testing. Opinions expressed are my own and are not influenced by monetary compensation. Here are a few things that stand out about Skinny & Co. Coconut Oil:     ● Skinny Coconut Oil is the only 100% raw, alkal...

I never really had skin problems growing up, but good grief... Savannah and Broxton both have eczema and it is not fun trying to help them out.  We have tried different products and some have worked, while others not so much.  I have tried a few products from Seabuck Wonders in the past and was eager to try out their lotion to see if it might help her out. So far, so good! FTC Compliant Review Policy:   The product(s) featured in this review were provided free of cost to me by the manufacturer or representing PR agency for the sole purpose of product testing. Opinions expressed are my own and are not influenced by monetary compensation. Sea Buckthorn Body Lotion : Intensely moisturizing, Sea Buckthorn Body Lotion rejuvenates and replenishes the skin’s natural balance, softening and nourishing for silky, touchable skin. Its high concentration of sea buckthorn oil allows for superior moisture retention while protecting the skin from signs of aging and the effe...

I keep trying to think of gifts to give to people that already have everything they could want or need. To me, that means thinking of a fun gift that they might not normally buy for themselves.  One thing for me?  I think face masks (for your skin) are just too cool and I really want to try them all out. Since I don't really take care of my skin, I think that is great that I am interested in this.  I really want to try out all the different sheet masks out there, but I have been eager to see what the mud mask is all about as well.  Lucky for me, I was sent some great products for review.  Mud Mask and "fancy" shampoo! Why yes, thank you.  I would love to pamper myself!   FTC Compliant Review Policy:   The product(s) featured in this review were provided free of cost to me by the manufacturer or representing PR agency  for the sole purpose of product testing. Opinions expressed are my own and are not influenced by monetary compensation....

I know that in some houses Santa fills the stockings for the kids.  Other houses use the stockings to be cute places to put smaller gifts for all of the family members.  If you are looking for a great stocking stuffer for any of the females in your life, why not look at giving them a gift of great skin care??  Belli Skin Care is great for expecting moms and new moms, but it doesn't mean that it isn't great for those of us that have kids a little older.   I mean, hey, I still use "baby" products on my children and neither think they are babies now.  (1 going on 21 and 7 going on 27)  FTC Compliant Review Policy:   The product(s) featured in this review were provided free of cost to me by the manufacturer or representing PR agency for the sole purpose of product testing. Opinions expressed are my own and are not influenced by monetary compensation. Eye Brightening Cream  - Say good riddance to dark under eye circles and puffiness....

As long as I'm living, my baby you'll be.  Yes, that is so true. While Savannah is 1, she thinks she is going on 18 at times.  Slow down, baby girl.  You only get this once!  We have been using a new to us product, from the DNA Miracles line. So far, we all love it!  It is a line of "natural baby and toddler" products.  Perfect for her delicate skin!!! FTC Compliant Review Policy: The product(s) featured in this review were provided free of cost to me by the manufacturer or representing PR agency for the sole purpose of product testing. Opinions expressed are my own and are NOT influenced by monetary compensation. DNA  Miracles Natural Diaper Cream : Price: $17.95 DNA  Miracles Natural Diaper Cream is a natural, nontoxic cream, specially formulated to moisturize, soothe and protect your baby's most sensitive areas. This cream helps seal out wetness and insulate against irritation to keep your baby’s skin soft and smooth-looking, whi...

If you have been here before, you are probably aware that Broxton has eczema. Well, now we have determined that Savannah has it as well.  It appears that hers is worse than his was at that age and it drives me crazy. I wish I could have it and them have perfect skin, but we know that can't happen. That means I will do what I do best.  I will try and let it have the least amount of breakouts and I will treat it as best as possible.  We were recently sent a tube of LeMyka Skincare for review and that is what we have been using on her skin lately. FTC Compliant Review Policy:    The product(s) featured in this review were provided free of cost to me by the manufacturer or representing PR agency for the sole purpose of product testing. Opinions expressed are  my own and are NOT influenced by monetary compensation. Unlike many petrolatum based products on the market, this hydrating cream does more than preventing trans-dermal water loss, it restores skin n...

FTC Compliant Review Policy: The product(s) featured in this review were provided free of cost to me by the manufacturer or representing PR agency for the sole purpose of product testing. Opinions expressed are my own and are NOT influenced by monetary compensation. It is getting closer to time for our baby to arrive, so that means I am at least thinking about packing a bag to take to the hospital.  I know I need to get my things in order, but I am a bit of a procrastinator when it comes to packing.  (I think I get it from my mom, she packs morning of the trip... I am not that bad, yet!) Anyways, I asked a few friends what they thought were must have items and I got ideas like suckers, lip balm and more... One thing I didn't think of, because we have it in almost every room?  Lotion!   Yes!!!!   Being that I have worked with Vaseline for what feels like a million years now, I knew that would be the lotion of choice!   Lucky for me, they have a new (to me...