New York Color Smooth Skin Bronzing Face Powder in Sunny (Review)

New York Color Smooth Skin Bronzing Face Powder in Sunny (Review)

I want to start off saying that these product was sent to me from Influenster for review purpose only This will not effect me in any way shape or form how I feel about this product. I will give my honest opinion how I feel and how the product performed in me.

I was using NYC's Sunny bronzer for many years?  So I’am no stranger to this product. I was glad to see this product in my Infuenster cause I have not used this product in such a long time cause I had moved up to bigger and higher end for my bronzer and contouring needs.  

I use to use it as a allover setting powder in the winter time cause I seem to lose a lot a color in my face . But in the summer I use it as my bronzer /contour. After I apply my foundation, concealer, and powder, I use a brush to apply this near my temples, cheeks, and neckline . . . then do my bronzing and contouring over it. It just helps warm up my face, and helps my other products to blend easier.

I'm tanned (NC45 in MAC?) If you want to use that as a reference, this produce is not orange on me. I've never had any problems with this breaking me out or causing any skin issues. 

I have repurchased this produce many times. This may not be THE BEST out there, but it works well for me. So if you are looking for a drug store inexpensive product. This product might just do the trick it worth checking out at your local drug store.

Pros

-Price it very low 

-Can be found in almost every drug store

-Does not have a scent that I am able to detect

-Finely milled  and not powdery

Con

-Can be a little orange on some people 

-May not work on darker skin 

Verdict

If you are just starting out with makeup and you don't know where to begin this is the brand for you. It is affordable and easily accessible for the makeup lover in you. So please give it a shot and I hope you love it as much I did.  Good luck

This product can be found in 

CVS, Rite Aid, Walgreen, Duane Reade and some Drug Stores and of course NYC website which there will be a link below 

http://www.newyorkcolor.com/us

SALLY HANSEN (REVIEW) #CSMTKO

I wanted to start off by saying that these items was sent to me for review purposes by Influenster. This will not influence me in anyway shape of form about my opinion about this product.

When I had gotten the Sally Hansen nail polishes in the mail I was so excited. I have heard of this product but never had a chance to use them. I love getting a mani pedi all the time. I am always getting my nails done. I don’t to them myself I always have a profession do them for me. It is the best way to get them done the right way at least to me. It is like a day a the spa for me. I seem to always make a mess when I do them myself.

First of all the color’s that was sent to me was perfect. A deep plum color a bright hot red and a light soft blue what else could a girl ask for. I had ask my mother and my sister to join me to try out this product as well and to give me their feed back since they love doing their nails at home. We all live different life styles.

My mom who is a stay at home mom, she does the cooking the cleaning the laundry you know the typical things that stay at home mom’s do. We all know how that goes when it comes to nails. With all that washing and cleaning it really takes a toll on your nails. So you know there will be a lot of wear and tear. You will wonder how long the color last and how long before your nails will start to chip on your nails.

My sister is a full time student, the only wear and tear is using the computer to type her reports and on the internet doing research  and like any typical teenager constantly on her phone texting and playing video games. She a big kid at heart lol

As for me I work in a hospital my wear and tear is water and putting pressure on my nails when it comes to typing. I am always constantly washing my hand and on the computer all day Monday threw Friday you know a regular 9 to 5 job.

My mom started to see the polish chipping after a week and a day or two. Keep in mind she did use a top coat. You know people who use a lot of water their nail polish does start to breaks down by a lot. So it was a matter of time for that to happen other then that the polish stood strong when it comes to the pigmentation it did not get dull at all the shine stood strong.

My sister started seeing the polish chipping after two weeks. She didn't use a top coat she felt too lazy to do so. The whole time the only time she used water is when she wash her hands when she was done eating and when she was taking showers other then that just like any typically teen. she  was on her phone texting away or on the computer typing like a crazy person. All the chipping that had occur was at the edge of the nail which was understandable since shes types using her nails sometimes.

As for me I started seeing the polish chipping almost after three weeks keep in mind that I had UV polish top coat done over the polish and I had my nails done at a nail salon. I use a lot of water not as much as my mom thou. I work at a hospital so I am always washing my after everything I do I don’t want to contaminate anything around me nor bring anything home. The pigmentation was great but where it did starting chipping on the edge of the nail and it started peel where the top coat was. Which is crazy but the nail polish itself stood in tack which was nice.

PRO’S

It has a thick brush which is a good thing. It can cover more surface area just it one swipe. The colors that I had received are very much pigmented. It takes just takes just two coats to cover the nail to get it full potential of color. Lasting power is average it about a week or two it all depends on the top coat that you use and things that you use during your everyday lives. It has a nice shine that will last a very long time. You can find this item in almost all major drug stores and the price is very reasonable for a drug store item.

CON’S 

It has a thick brush it just depends on how you look at it a lot of people don’t like a thick brush because they have thin finger tips and a very small area to work with. Lasting power it all depends on the top coat and what you do throughout the day for the wear and tear.

VERDICT

I would try this polish again the lasting power is great. It is easy to find drug store item. The pigmentation of these colors are great and for the value of this item who wouldn't try this product. I would recommended it to everyone I know whether you are a working woman like me, a college student like my sister or a stay at mom like my mom this product is for everyone.

   

NYC Sparkle Eye Dust (Review)

I gotten this from influenster in the Smokey Topaz, which is one of the original shades –  Smokey Topaz is a really lovely shade though – sort of a mauve taupe with a lovely shimmery (but not frosty!) finish.

Since this is a loose shadow, you could also use it wet, but it’s very pigmented dry.  I think it must have some type of binder in it, because it adheres to skin quite well without any base at all.  I tested it out on my eyes, and it applied well just over eye shadow primer.  There was some fallout during application, but none during the day.

Overall, I really liked the NYC Sparkle Eye Dust shadow – enough that I’m definitely going to go back for more! I found the packaging fairly convenient.  I did need to tap on to the back of my hand to apply, but the packaging prevented spills, which is great. The quality of the shadow is also very nice – pigmented, smooth and adheres well. A great, inexpensive choice!

If you want to check this product or any other products from this line check out the link below to their website

http://newyorkcolor.com/products/eyes/eyeshadow/sparkle-eye-dust-0

Suave - Moroccan Infusion Styling Oil (Review)

This is the first time I have heard of this moroccan oil and I'm really glad I was giving a chance to try out this product. Iam always looking for the next best thing when it comes to hair care

It is "infused" with moroccan oil, so it's not pure argan oil, which is probably a good thing, since this product is lightweight and not heavy or greasy. There's also has coconut oil in it, which is also moisturizing. No funky or overpowering smell either. This smells amazinggggg!!!!!!!

I highly recommend this product it has completely transformed my damaged, brittle hair. I have tried almost all the products on the market to repair my, ranging from your drug store brand, all the way the expensive Moroccan oil which costs like $45 for a decent sized bottle. This product by far blows everything out of the water!!! After just one usage, this smoothed my hair, gave me great shine, and made my hair more voluminous. It also tames frizzies and conditions your ends. After styling (flat ironing, etc), I spray a small amount on my fingers and then dab it on my ends and anywhere else that seems frizzy. Since a little goes a long way and so my hair doesn't become too greasy and weighed down, I like applying it with my fingers rather than directly on my hair. Not only do I use it dry but it works wet as well

I use this twice a day sometimes -- first during styling, and then I dab a little on my ends only before I go to bed. It does not rub off on the pillow.

All in all, great lightweight oil that does what it says and I highly recommend it! I haven't used it long enough to know if it is actually "improving" my hair in the long run but I know that on days when I do use it, my hair looks better. Good value for price

PS  all the woman in my family use it and that why it looks like this LOL.  This is why I hind the bottle from them I keep tell them to get their own  

Olay Shine, Go Away! Shine Minimizing Cleanser

I received this product in the mail and I've been using this for about a month now, only in the morning on bare skin. I have normal to combo skin in my t zone area with my cheeks and forehead having the most oil. This has a nice scent, but a bit strong at times when you are cleaning your face you smell the product so be careful at the nose area if  it get in there you will have the urge to sneeze LOL. Also the scent does linger for a bit on your skin after you are finish cleansing your face. I would say it stays on the skin for about 5 to 10 minutes.  It feels very cooling and smooth on the skin.  You only need a dime size drop for my face and neck area and even then it is sometimes too much a little goes a long way with this product. This kind of foams up and spreads nicely. I do feel a little bit of a residue on my skin after I rinse, but it's not a problem. I don't know if I believe this "controls oil" but I do think this doesn't ADD oil to the skin while cleansing, and it does not dry out my skin to the point I think I need to add any moisturizer.

Later in the day, after using this product, no makeup, no moisturizer, I see no difference in the look of my skin concerning the control of oil. So to me, this is just a cleanser.

This cleanser has not caused any break-outs on my skin or acne. I think it's a nice cleanser for the morning. It does remove makeup well like liquid or cream products like foundation or concealer. Not even eye shadow and mascara will do the job as you know these are harder to get off the skin. That’s why you should use another product to remove that off your face before you using the cleanser.  I probably won't repurchase this product it really did do nothing for me no wow factor. Sorry to say but I feel like this is another gimmicky product that claims to do all these things but to be honest I see no change in my skin. Don’t get me wrong it is a nice product but nothing that I have seen already. 

To get more info on this product here is a link below to Olay website
www.olayfresheffects.com

GOODY TANGLEFIX (REVIEW)

I want to start off saying that these product was sent to me from Influenster for review purpose only This will not effect  me in any way shape or form how I feel about this product. I will give my honest opinion how I feel and how the product performed in me.

I was very much surpised how well this brush perform so well with my hair. Well to start off I have thick damage hair. Not only that I had dye hair in the color light blond and you know how much that color can weaken someone hair. Oh did I also mention that I now have extensions as well. So over all not a good mix. Before I had gotten this product I was always scared every time i had to watch and do my hair for the simple fact that I had the extension and my hair was color I was scared that and kind of comb or brush would rip out my hair for sure. 

I have to admit I had my doubt using this product because like anything else. I thought this would be another gimmick product. Boy was I wrong this product had really change my life for the better I love it so much It changes how I wash my hair. I not scared anymore. It really detangels every section of my hair without pull my own hair and without damaging my hair extension which cost me me alot of money to get it insulted. 

Pros
-Detangels and is very gentle to the hair  
-Can be used dry or wet 
-Fit in the palm or your hand
-Price


Cons
-Sorry but I dont have one 


Verdict

Never again will I go back to my old ways of doing my hair.I can never see my self without this product I even brought a back up to keep in my bag. This little product is good using it dry of wet.I feel that it makes my hair feel full and tangle free. Go and out and buy it and see if for yourself  

This product can be found in 
CVS Rite Aid, Walgreen, Duane Reade and some Drug Stores and of course goody website which there will be a link below

http://www.goody.com/




Before and After

    

Head & Shoulders Damage Rescue (Review)

I want to start off saying that these product was sent to me from Influenster for review purpose only .This will not effect  me in any way shape or form how I feel about this product. I will give my honest opinion how I feel and how the product performed in me.

This product claims

- Works to relieve dry scalp and dandruff

- Helps to repair damaged hair

Formulated with a blend of rich conditioners, our Damage Rescue collection nourishes damaged hair and relives dry scalp by locking in the moisture and helping restore and maintain barrier. Plus, the advance formula improves hair and scalp health , while at the same time leaving hair strong against damage. 

Story about my hair:

I have color treated hair and because of that my scalp is really dry. Also my hair is really damage from all the heat that I use on my hair. My hair is normally thick but lately my hair has been thinning out to the point that I feel that my hair is falling out. Which is a scary thing even thou I have stop coloring my hair so offend. I still feel no matter what I do to try to take care of my hair like less coloring less heat and add more nourishing products to restore my hair nothing has been helping until now. 

Experience with the Conditioner:

This conditioner you can say is not all the special when it comes to consumers with no dry scalp and dandruff problem but in case you do have them It promise is actually kept and the product actually does not let dandruff come because after using conditioners usually people have a few complains when it comes to having a dry scalp and which is having dandruff as most conditioners moisturize and that in turn doesn’t help in the dandruff to go away but it continues to stay or even grow in certain cases.

But this product is specially designed to let those people have dandruff and want soft hair, works amazing well from the first wash. It nourishes the roots and in-case there is any contact with the scalp or not it does not have an issue because the product is designed in that way. Although the bottles design is a bit uncomfortable but the product works great on people who have thick hair in particular and it also carries a good constancy. 

It also comes in a small standard head and shoulders bottle design but the quantity for the price seems a bit less. The softness effect is also not long lived so just in case after shampooing you forget to condition or are in a hurry it will be bad as the hair will lose the moisture they got.

It is supposed to be used like an normal conditioner but unlike other conditioners designed for making hair soft this one is easier to wash off and does not stick on which I guess should be considered a good thing if you do not want dandruff.

Experience with the Shampoo:

I have notice that when I use the shampoo it does feel a little drying from root to tip after I remove the product out of my hair but I do have to admit the my scalp feels really clean and leave some kind of tingling feeling in my scalp but that does not last very long. Don't even think about forgetting to add your conditioner to your hair even if you did forget your hair will not . You will see a big differences in your hair without it. Like I said you hair is very dry and stiff to the point you cant even comb threw it at all. Don't even attempt to do so because that will happen is you will rip out your own hair and that is something that you don't want.   

 Pros

-Shows Results after 3 washes

-Products claims are fulfilled.

-Gives a shine.

-Peach scent not over powering like the normal line that we are use to (medicated) which sometimes is bother some. 

Cons

-Less quantity.

-Bottles design (wish there was a pump)

-Doesn’t lock softness in for long.

Verdict

For a product offering so much in a standard price I believe it gives in its fullest and gives full value for money. I would recommend this to all those as well who do not have any dandruff issue and just simply suffer from having brittle hair. This product will make a difference. But if you do not have any sort of dandruff related issues this product is really not all that good for you and you may want to continue looking for something that is made for your hair needs. 

FOREVER RED FROM BATH AND BODY

I was chosen to participate in testing and received this from Influenster in their Cosmo VoxBox. I was so lucky to have gotten this scent. I saw this product a while back but I was unsure if this was a scent that I would like. I’m glad that I was able to test it out. I love this scent so much. I've been using it quite a bit these past couple weeks. I spray it everywhere I go. I spritzed it all over. A lot of people around me like my co-worker and even patients say “You smell so good! What are you wearing?!” I proudly said, “Forever Red! It’s a new scent by Bath and Body works!” I was so excited.  I really love the complexity of this scent. Its so many different things rolled into one. I get sweet notes, musky notes and everything in between.  I think everyone will love it.

Bath & Body Works Forever Red is the brand's newest permanent Signature Collection scent. Bath & Body Works has really been promoting this scent.   Bath & Body Works sales associate told me that more money was spent developing and promoting Forever Red than on any other scent in the brand's history. Bath & Body Works calls Forever Red their "most luxurious fragrance ever" and describe it as a "pairing of the richest and rarest ingredients to create our most feminine and surprising fragrance collection yet! Forever Red is a passionate blend of pomegranate and red osmanthus with a sexy surprise of vanilla rum". This scent is currently available in nine products. All of the Forever Red products are significantly more expensive than the rest of the Signature Collection items but I was told by the sales associate that sales like "buy three get two free" will still be applicable. The full size Eau de Parfum retails for $44.50. All Bath &Body Works products are cruelty free and made in the USA.

Forever Red's mini Eau de Parfum comes in a really pretty bottle. All of Forever Red's packaging is very nice looking, much fancier looking than what you'd expect from Bath & Body Works, more like something you'd expect from Bath & Body Work's sister brand Victoria's Secret. This little perfume comes in a rectangular, translucent, red glass bottle topped by a square, plastic, red cap. The bottle is plain, only the name of the scent is on the front, written in red of course.  I really like the look of Forever Red's mini bottle, it's nice for just a purse size.

Top Notes: Fiery Pomegranate, Rare French Peach, Luminous Apple

Mid Notes: Red Peony, Night Marigold, Red Osmanthus

Dry Notes: Rich Vanilla Rum, Velvety Marshmallow, Oak Wood

The pomegranate and apple notes combine to give Forever Red a delicious juiciness. The scent is armed up by the rum and has a sweet confection quality to it stemming from the marshmallow. The sweetness isn't strong or overpowering; I actually think it's the softest aspect of Forever Red. I love how seamless the notes are, the fruit notes mesh so well with the sweet alcoholic notes, sitting atop a soft but rich woody base. Bath & Body Works really put together a great scent. I've really fallen in love with Forever Red.

The sales associate I talked to told me that this little bottle of Forever Red is an Eau de Parfum, meaning that it contains a high concentration of fragrance oils resulting in longer wear. Um..well, it lasts longer than the reformulated Fine Fragrance Mist which struggle to last an hour on me. I get about two hours of wear from Forever Red which is pretty poor especially for the price. Maybe it's just me, but I get good wear from other, non-Bath & Body Works scents, so it's probably the formula. I'm really disappointed by how often I need to re spritz.

Overall, apart from the short wear time, I love Bath & Body Works Forever Red is one of my all-time favorite scents. I think Bath & Body Works really made a great new scent that isn't too similar to their other offerings. I hope to buy one or two more mini Eau de Parfums. I definitely recommend trying out this great new scent

This product is only at available Bath & Body the link will be down below

http://www.bathandbodyworks.com/home/index.jsp

GHIRARDELLI SEA SALT ESCAPE REVIEW

Thanks to a wonderful company named Influenster, I received a Cosmo Voxbox! In the box I received several items, but this review is about Ghirardelli Gourmet Milk Sea Salt Escape.

The decadently rich and creamy milk chocolate in Sea Salt Escape is combined with bursts of sea salt and roast almonds delivering an epicurean chocolate experience!

I love sweet/salty foods and this definitely gave me the mixture of both of them. Its incredibly smooth and rich and melts in your mouth. Be careful though, if you don’t watch yourself, it might be gone very quickly!!

Ghirardelli chocolate never disappoints and I would recommend this to chocoholics and even to those who don’t care for chocolate!

Pros:
It is a very expensive tasting chocolate, but it is actually very affordable/cheap!
If you love snacks that are sweet & salty at the same time, and you love chocolate bars with nuts. You will love this.
The chunks of roasted almonds are very small and chopped up which I like because there are always pieces of almonds in every bite. (unlike the almonds in the Hershey Almond Bar which are whole). Also, the sea salt makes this chocolate so much more decadent. The hidden pieces of sea salt aren't even noticeable until they melt in your mouth along with the richness and sweetness of the chocolate, and with the crunch of the almonds! YUM! 
The only thing that could make this better is if each piece had a caramel filling!

Cons:
Only treat yourself to something so decadent every once in a while, because you will feel guilty when you read the Nutrition Facts!. but if you like me .... who cares and enjoy the chocolate goodness

This product is available where chocolates bars are sold like

CVS

Rite Aide 

Walgeen

Target 

Pilot FriXion REVIEW

Ever since I had gotten these pens from my Influenster Cosmo Voxbox I have been using it everyday in my office. You see I work in a hospital I see patients all day to help them with their bills. So there is always alot of writing to do.

The gel ink does not go through the paper and if I make a mistake, I can erase it without a problem. There is a few drawback like the gel ink does not last a very long time. I feel the color is not that pigmentation the black looks it bit light and where the eraser is a design flaw when I remove the cap off the pen to use it. It will cover where there eraser is. They should have placed the eraser on the cap it self.     

Pros:
-- Great color selection.
-- The pens write smoothly without skipping, especially once they're "warmed up."
-- The ink erases thoroughly (and I've never had problems with it tearing paper.
-- There are refills available.

Cons:
-- The ink is heat sensitive, so it is not recommended for important documents or those that will be exposed to      extreme temperatures.
-- The ink runs out fairly quickly, but then again, it actually feels great to use up a pen refill.
-- The pen has a design flaw in that the eraser is on the end of the pen. Since this is where the cap is stored when the pen is being used, the cap has to be removed to access the eraser.

To get more information please head over to their website at 
http://www.pilotpen.us/

This product is mostly available at most drug stores live

Target 
Walgeen
CVS 
Rite Aide

Gillette Venus Embrace Womens Razor REVIEW

I was delighted to receive a complimentary Gillette Venus Embrace razor as well as a Venus & Olay refill) in my Cosmo Voxbox from Influential. I think Venus razors have always worked well for me. Give me a nice smooth, close shave. While the blades are a bit pricey I do not mind paying for the refills because they work a lot better than el-cheapos, almost eliminating nicks and cuts all together.

For the past few years  I have used venus razors. I must say I have never given it much thought to swapping out different kinds of blades so whenever I buy new refills I always buy the handle that "comes with the type." so this is something great for me to learn.

 The lotion strips provide enough moisture that I can use it without shaving cream! I love it!

The Gillette Venus Embrace razor features five blades "for a whole new level of smoothness". The razor also includes a moisture ribbon for a smooth glide.The Venus Embrace is loaded with aloe and other ingredients, you can't even feel the blades!

The one thing that I like most about this razor is that it curves to your legs as you shave, thus reducing any ingrown hairs and cutting your legs up with a cheap-o razor. It is moisturizing depending on which one you get, but regardless of that the gel strips on the Venus Embrace razors make it a smooth glide while shaving. Everyone should try it out its amazing!! 


pro's:
5 blades give you a super close shave
Squishy grip makes it easy to hold onto and control
Moisture strips seem to hold up alot longer than the original venus 
With the Gillette Venus you can put any of the refills on it from any of the Gillette Venus varieties to get the shave best for you!

Con:
Large head is difficult to manuver around crevices and does not get all hair from bikini area
Moisture strips and rubber around head hold onto hairs, hard to clean
The blades are a bit pricey

This product is mostly available at most drug store like

CVS
RITE AIDE
WALGREEN
DUANE READE 
TARGET 

To get information on this product please head over to their website at 
http://www.gillettevenus.com/en_US/index.jsp

PARIS AMOUR SHOWER GEL REVIEW

Before I get started with the review. I just remind you that I had gotten this product as part of my Influenster Latina beauty voxbox for review purposes. This will not change my option in any matter what so ever as to what I think about this product.

I love Bath and Body products. I had tired to so many scents from them. I just cant stick to one. So when I was sent this one I was so excited to try it. I think this is the bath and body shower gel I had ever tired. I always lean to buy the lotion, body butter, fine fragrance mist, or even the candle. So this was nice for a change to try something different.

There exclusive formula is now enriched with Shea Butter for softer, cleaner skin in our bubbliest lather ever! boy does it ever. I love the fact that it really lather well. It makes me feel that I am really getting really clean. Moisturizing Aloe Vera and skin-loving Vitamin E combine with the romantic scents of Paris! French tulips, apple blossoms and sparkling pink champagne sweeten up lather that bursts with fragrance. The fragrance does last on the body after you are finish taking a shower I would say maybe for about hour or two I think you combine the lotion and the body mist it would last a lot longer. That how most of the bath body products work. They work better if they are combine together.

The notes contain Sparkling Mandarin, Petite Strawberry, Cassis, Pink Champagne, Apple Blossom, Dewy Freesia, Luscious Peach, Jasmine Petals, French Tulip, Water Lily, Frangipani.

To me I smell more of the berry which I guess that would be the strawberry and I do smell the apple and a bit of peach.

I do have to say the this scent it is an appropriate product for a little girl. I would agree especially if you were looking for a gift for someone of that age group or for someone who does not like stronger or bolder fragrances. It is surely directed toward a younger crowd. Its very sweet and girly.

Overall I really like this scent it is real girly girl scent it takes me back when I was younger to my grade school days. So if you are the kind of person who does not like sweet candy girly girl scent than this is not the product for you.

AVAILABLE At Bath and Body Works (http://www.bathandbodyworks.com)

PRICE: $ 11.00 for the 10 fl oz./ 295 mL
               $ 5.00 for the 3 oz./88 mL

But if you can you can get them of great deal like the 10 fl oz. / 295 mL 3 for 3 or 3 oz./88 mL for 3 for $10.00 catch when you can.

VEET READY TO USE WAX STRIPS,LEG & BODY

Before I get started with the review. I just remind you that I had gotten this product as part of my Influenster Latina beauty voxbox for review purposes. This will not change my option in any matter what so ever as to what I think about this product.

I want to start off by saying I had never ever wax my legs before. I use shaving products and alot of them. So when I was ask to try this product I have to admit I was scared. The thought of use wax on my legs to get the hairs removed really freaked my out but I decided to bite the bullet.

VEET states that these strips are specially formulated to remove hair on the legs, underarms and bikini area from closer to the root than shaving for smoothness that lasts up to 4 weeks.This contains Ready-to-Use Wax Strips Leg & Body (40-Count) and 6 wipes.

The number one thing to remember is that human error is more likely than factory error, at least in this case with so many successful stories. If it doesn't work, don't flip a table and rage quit. Try a different approach, read some guides, and understand that everything has a learning curve.

After a few practice attempts, I found I didn't need to use the heating method (rubbing them) on the strips while they were off of my skin. I simply placed them on cold, then rubbed in the direction of the hair growth until I could feel friction heating the wax on my skin. I believe this contact heat and pressure are key.

Here is the picture of what the strips look like.

Have no fear! Don't be timid with the ripping. Allow yourself one hesitation, then give it hell. Rip fast, and rip close to the skin. Being mousy and cowardly will only make it hurt worse. If it hurts at all. If you find it does hurt badly, I have seen several online reviews that say rubbing an ice cube on the skin right before ripping dulls the sting.

This system also came with wipes.

After a hard days work I want to just hang out and not worry that my legs don't look right.

From day to night and ready to party what do you think.

Overall
Very, Very little pain. (Though I'm mentioning it, but I have a high pain tolerance)

Little to no residue left behind. I didn't even need to use the wipes that provided in the package

Light red pin-prick complexion that went away within the hour.

Ability to get two rips from one sheet. (which is some cases you might need to do so.)

Complete hair removal. I am the proud thick black hair. Trust me, this is an accomplishment.

The sheets are cutable/resizable for touch-up rips (though the box says not to do this)

Available at Rite aid, Walgreen, Target where ever Veet is sold

Price $ 9.99

Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration Lotion Sunscreen, SPF 30 reivew

Before I get started with the review. I just remind you that I had gotten this product as part of my Influenster Latina beauty voxbox for review purposes. This will not change my opinion in any matter what so ever as to what I think about this product.

I love using products from Hawaiian Tropic. Hawaiian Tropic sun protection SPF 30 with hydrating ribbons infused with silk protein and Shea butter provides continuous moisture. Luxurious hydrating ribbons keep skin continuously moisturized. The Shea Butter provides continuous 12 hour moisture and broad spectrum UVA and UVB protection that won't break down in the summer sun. This available in SPF 12 30 AND 50. Light, tropical fragrance. Sun-sure formula that protects longer compared to ordinary sunscreens. Lightweight feel. Protect, pamper, nourish for beautiful radiant skin.

It spreads easily and goes on clean and light. Some sunscreens, you can just tell that it's on you. Or, in the worst case, they are so thick that they block your pores and they make you feel even hotter than the temperature you're in. That's not the case here. This is actually a very nice sunscreen product. It is not sticky or greasy at all, and it does a good job of preventing sunburn while keeping my skin hydrated.

After a few minutes, the only thing that lets you know you are wearing the product is the smell, which is overwhelmingly coconut. Which does not bother me. Aside from the smell, this is a really good sunscreen that is easily applied and provides plenty of protection. I think if Hawaiian Tropic decides to make an unscented version, alot more people would be all over it.

Overall I really love this product it is a must buy for my beach bag every summer.

Price : In a full size 6 fluid ounce bottle for about $7.99

Available: In most drug store like CVS, Walgreen Rite aid, Target where ever Hawaiian Tropic are sold.

NYC LIQUID LIP SHINE NUDE YORK CITY REVIEW

Before I get started with the review. I just remind you that I had gotten this product as part of  my Influenster latina beauty voxbox for review purposes. This will not change my opinion in any matter what so ever as to what I think about this product.

Now the only product that I have ever tried from NYC was their bronzer in sunny and some of their liquid lip shine. So I was so excited to try out this product in this shade. This product claims to keep your lip soft. It's pure pigment ingredients create a 3-D gloss effect while vitamin E provides shine and moisture. The non-sticky formula creates the ultimate creamy and soft textured feel.

This product is available in 10 shades in stores like Rite Aid, Walgreen, CVS, Duane Read and anywhere NYC product are sold.

You can also can get it on there website which is (http://www.newyorkcolor.com)


The price for this item is 2.49


It states NYC New York Color offers products with uptown style at down-to-earth prices, from $.99 - $4.99. The energy, style and color of New York City shines through the wide range of shades, textures and innovative products. NYC always delivers the most on-trend products & shades hot off the runway!

A beauty-editor favorite is Liquid Lipshine ($2.49). It has pure pigments that created a 3-D gloss effect. Vitamin E provides shine and a moisturizing feel. The formula is non-sticky, super shiny & soft. Available in 10 on-trend shades from neutral nudes, to berries & fuchsias.

The color that I have gotten is called Nude York City #582 it a nice nude color. I think this was the stander color that everyone had gotten in there Influenster Voxbox.

As you can see it has a doe foot applicator. I notice that the applicator is very flexible and very soft when in use. The color is a lovely nude with peachy undertones. It is sheer but build able. I also notice that when you apply the lip gloss the color that's in the tube is not what you get. it is very sheer but it does have shine and a bit of shimmer that does transfer on to the lips. The texture has a smooth consistency and only slightly sticky.

Hope you can see the shine that it brings. Since I had so many things going on with the eyes. I wanted to keep the lips more natural looking and this lip gloss really did the trick.

Be warn the lip gloss does have a scent to it. The gloss smells wonderful, I believe it has vanilla, coconut and a hint of chocolate, which really makes for a great combination. But only if you like that type of thing. The scent does last for about an hour or so.

One downside for some people is that this product uses paraben preservatives. Some care, some don’t. It’s really a personal preference.