Daily Goodie Box

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I was approached by Daily Goodie Box to receive one of their boxes for free in exchange for my review. I had heard of them before now but had never signed up for one. All of their boxes are 100% FREE to everyone but they send them to you based off of some of your profile and household questions. They want to make sure boxes fit your lifestyle so everyone can get one and everyone can get stuff they like.

My box arrived neatly and beautifully packed. A lot of care and thought went into the shipping and appearance of the packaging. Shipping was moderately fast from the time they said they would send me one. Around 2 weeks which is normal for freebie stuff.

I was pleasantly surprised with all of the stuff I got! 

From left to right:

• Nellie's All-Natural - Laundry Soda Packs
• Aloha - Daily Good Greens
• JustChill - Stress Relief Drink in Jamaican Citrus
• Jack N' Jill - Natural Toothpaste
• Herr's - Popped Chips in Tangy BBQ
• Nature's Bakery - Raspberry Fig Bars
• Gorilly Goods - Organic Snacks
• Coffee Blocks - Butter Coffee
• XyliChew - Spearmint
• Dream Water - Sleep Powder
• Vermont Smoke & Cure - Cracked Pepper Beef & Pork Sticks
• And a TON of coupons!!!

Let me just say, all of the food was DELICIOUS! Even though I slightly cheated on my new healthy diet with it, I don't regret it!!! My one year old daughter uses the Jack N' Jill Natural Toothpaste and enjoys the taste of it. I love how it contains no fluoride. My favorite thing in the box was a toss up between the Aloha Daily Good Greens (because I actually drink their protein shakes!) and the Vermont Smoke & Cure Cracked Pepper Beef & Pork Sticks. My least favorite was the Dream Water Sleep Powder. I did not like the weird taste of it and I don't think it made a difference. It didn't taste horrible but it had a little Alka Seltzer quality to it. It is all natural though and contains Melatonin which is wonderful.

I gave this box a 4 star because it came with so much stuff for free and most of it was useful and/or delicious but there was some stuff in the box I didn't care to much for. I would love if they gave a coupon for all the products and not just a few of them.

Allure Beauty Box

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I am not a subscriber to the Allure Beauty Box but I got one for FREE last month because I am a member of Allure Beauty Enthusiasts.

So I was super excited to get one because money has been tight around here with Christmas and birthdays. This is my first ever Allure Beauty Box but I have been eyeballing them for MONTHS because I heard so many great things about them!

What makes them so different than other beauty subscription box services is the DELUXE samples. Not the itty bitty, get a taste for it samples, but real size samples of premium and up and coming brands. The box features a variety of categories such as skin care, hair care, and makeup. 

I have yet to try all the samples in the box because I have been sick this past month with an upper respiratory infection and sinus infection so forgive me for not having a thorough review. 

The products I have used in the box are: 

Klorane Dry Shampoo with Oat Milk

Mally Volumizing Mascara

Briogeo Don't Despair, Repair Deep Conditioning Mask

Other items in the box include: 

Spongelle Freesia Pear Body Wash Infused Buffer 

Doucce Freematic Eyeshadow Single in Kristi 

Tatcha Indigo Soothing Silk Body Butter

Let me start off by saying, this box smells AMAZING when you first open it. I seriously just wanted to sniff it all day long. It also comes with a handy book that tells you all about the products inside, ingredients, the retail price, and where to buy it. These products are all hand picked exclusively by editors of Allure Magazine!

Guess what?! It only costs $15 a month!!! Cue the heavenly music! Plus, you can save $5 on your first month. It use to be way more expensive but you really can't beat this deal now. All of their boxes are usually worth $75 or more!

My Review of the Products I Used

So I was so excited about the dry shampoo mainly because I never really experiment with other brands that I have always used. It came at such a perfect time because I was so sick I didn't even want to get out of bed to take a shower! This stuff smells amazing and will not choke you up when you spray it in a small space like a bathroom or small bedroom. Trust me guys, that can be a real deal breaker for me because my boyfriend HATES it! It worked pretty instantly and also provided long lasting results even while tossing and turning on my pillow all day. BONUS: It made my pillow smell great! Was not sticky and also provided a little volume oomph to my hair.

The mascara is pretty good. I loved the bold black it gave my lashes and it didn't clump. It provided great lengthening of my lashes. The downfall to it was that it's not waterproof...WAH WAH! Some people don't care but I have allergies, and on top of being sick, my eyes were watering all the damn time! It wasn't running horribly but enough to annoy me, have to touch it up, and some little flakes were present. A good mascara for when you are just our running brief errands to the grocery store or taking the kids to school...not recommended for a night out or long day at work.

The deep conditioning mask was pretty good. I loved the way it smelled and how it made my hair feel while wet and after drying. You could really feel the moisture locked in while it was wet and after drying my hair was super soft and not frizzy. Frizz is my number one ENEMY with this weird flat, wavy hair thing I have going on. I expected it to be a little thicker coming out of the tube but hey it got the job done and it didn't weigh my hair down or make it greasy later into the night. Actually, for once my hair was not greasy the next morning. Perfect for the dry winter conditions going on right now and I feel like you can use this more than once a week if you really wanted to.

I am so happy I finally got to try this box guys! For real go check out the box, join Allure Beauty Enthusiasts using the above link (it's free) for goodies and more, and please, please check out these products. The links to purchase them are above. Some of these links are affiliates and some aren't. For more information on what that means, check out my Disclosures & Policies page!

Stay Beautiful!!!

Women's Fashion Casual Wrist Watch Vintage Weave Wrap Rivet Leather Bracelet

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This actually turned out way better than I thought it would. Yes this is all one piece. You wrap it around your wrist and it comes with 3 adjustable snap buttons.

On my wrist, I was actually on the last snap button. I wouldn't say my wrists are thick but they aren't skinny so it may be too small for some people out there.

I love how there were a variety of amazing colors to choose from...6 in fact!

The watch does work and it's super easy to adjust the time on it with a side dial. It does not slip all over the place or dangle to where it can snag on something. It is not that bulky either and lays pretty flat against the skin.

I do not like the long and obvious snap buckle though. It is one solid piece and very hard to hide and makes it look a little tacky. The shipping also took a very long time but they do state on their site 14-35 days in shipping time.

Very affordable and the perfect accessory to wear out to lunch, a casual event, to work, or just because.

(I received this product at a discount in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are of my own.)

Daddy Hugs by Karen Katz

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Got this book as part of our first Father's Day with our daughter and it is also her first book.

She is 6 months old and although she can't read yet her daddy enjoys sitting down and reading it to her and teaching her how to turn the very easy thick pages.

The colors are very vivid and inviting and she smiles every time she looks at it. Plus it gives us more excuses to hug her a million times more!

*UPDATE* Lilly is now almost a year old and she is crawling everywhere now! She knows exactly where this book is now and turns the pages with ease. She points at the pictures and even leans down to kiss the book. Great purchase for anyone needing to gift for a baby shower or a baby!

HoneyAKE iPhone 6 Plus Anti-Slip and Shockproof Case

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This case turned out to be better quality then I originally thought it was going to be. 

The soft flexible rubber with the grooves really helps the phone not be slippery and cling to most surfaces. The only hard shell part is around the rim which makes sense since whenever I've dropped phones in the past they always hit somewhere on the side or the corner spots. I have yet to drop my phone so I have no idea if it actually absorbs shock and protects like it claims. 

Very slim and lightweight and looks stylish on the phone. Fits the phone perfectly and is easy to take on and off. 

The only drawback I have ran into is the case is to thick around the plug area where you would put the headphones in or an aux cord so you actually have to take the case off to use those things. I found that kind of annoying since I don't like my phone to be unprotected when carrying it around to listen to music.

Threadrock Happy First Father's Day Daddy Infant Bodysuit

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I know I am super late posting this but I got this for Lilly to wear on her first Father's Day and I loved it. It is technically for boys but looked just as cute on her. I chose to get it in this color because it's one of her daddy's favorite colors but they come in a variety of other colors. This is the Turquoise one.

She was 6 months in this picture and the size was for a 6 month old. As you can see, there is still a lot of wiggle room for her and I did use it over and over again just to wear around the house and to bed for about 2 more months.

The material of the onesie is very high-quality. It's soft, stretchy, and stitched perfectly without any flaws. It is ribbed. I washed and dried it on low without any shrinkage issues. The dye on the shirt does not rub off over time or wash off in the washer. The letters on the onesie do not peel neither. 

I will be for sure purchasing more baby clothing from them in the future. I am in love with all their other cute onesies that say stuff on Amazon.

Baby Lilly's First Halloween Costume

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I decided against buying a cliche costume this year. The thought of shelling out $50 for something she will only wear once just didn’t sit right with me. Plus, I just wanted it to be simple and cute.

The package came vacuumed seal which was nice because that is rare a seller goes that far to ensure your clothing is protected when you buy online. 

The onesie can also be used more than once and was made with great quality material. This was a big reason I chose to buy it. The headband was also amazing and super stretchy and durable. The bow was secured well and didn't pop off even after all her tugging. The tutu was good. Not the best I’ve seen but got the job done for a toddlers costume and was durable as well. I did have to sit there and separate all the pieces on the tutu which I am assuming is because of the vacuum seal smooshing the mesh together. This is the only reason I rated this outfit a 4 instead of a 5. I do wish it had come with come little leggings or leg warmers.

This seller also has other Halloween outfits you can buy for babies and toddlers. They also have clothing for other holidays and seasons like Christmas. They are super affordable, high quality, and offer fast shipping options on Amazon Prime.

Orgain Organic Plant Based Protein Powder - Sweet Vanilla Bean

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This protein shake is pretty good compared to other powder protein mixes I have tried. I mixed it in a Ninja blender with water. For the sample size I got it said to only mix with 4 oz of water for the whole package which I thought was not enough so I used 8 ounces of bottled water because I actually wanted to drink it not just taste it. 

On the plus side, it was not gritty at all and blended really smoothly. I had the vanilla flavor and it tasted really good and just the right sweet for an organic mix. 

The only concern I had was after I mixed it and poured it in a glass there was a large amount of froth or foam at the top which didn't taste good and didn't settle much while drinking. Not sure if it's because I used more water than suggested.

(I received this product as a sample from Influesnter. All opinions are of my own.)

Mondaynoon Lucky Four Leaf Clover Pendant Necklace

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I am so happy this necklace came just as the description said it would. 

The actual necklace and the product picture match perfectly. It is so shiny and sparkly and very true blue in color. The chain is adjustable and allows you to get the perfect length for anyone's neck. The pendant is a tad bit bigger then I thought it would be but not overpowering big. I would consider it a medium sized pendant. 

It lays really well against your chest and is not too bulky. Sometimes the necklace kinks a little when your being active but it easily unkinks and the chain is very strong in comparison to some other necklace chains out there. 

I will for sure be checking out all the other jewelry from this company because this is a nice high quality made necklace!

Ecvtop 120 Neutral and Warm Color Eye Shadow Palette

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This eye shadow palette costs $18.99 and I was very pissed that it was a waste of money. 

The colors in the palette are very beautiful and I was so excited to have so many neutral warm colors to use in one kit. I like to keep my makeup natural and anything to save space in my home, when it comes to make up, is wonderful. 

I was so disappointed when this arrived because A LOT of them were broken inside even though the delivery box was not damaged and the palette was protected by another box and bubble wrap.

This leads me to believe it was probably broken before it left the warehouse.

I returned it and got my money back with no hassles. 

I didn't even bother to unwrap the plastic wrap to try the actual product because I didn't want it to spill everywhere or risk being accused of possibly doing this myself and not getting a refund.

Will not be purchasing any more makeup products from this company. This product would have for sure been worth the money if it would have arrived in perfect condition and I probably would be raving about it right now!

Eatsmart Snacks Roasted Tortilla Chip: Spicy Black Bean

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I really loved these chips! They tasted great by themselves or with some mild salsa. They tasted kind of like a cool ranch chip but the texture is more like a plain tortilla chip and thin. They are a little bit to hard for my liking. I guess you can compare them to the kettle cooked version of a potato chip. They are not spicy at all but more like tangy. I could seriously eat this whole bag in one sitting and I had to stop myself. All the ingredients are listed on the package and all of them you can actually pronounce. These chips are considered to be all-natural and a perfect healthy snack for a dieter.

(I received this product as a free sample. All opinions are unbiased and of my own.)

IPhone 6/6s Ribbon Butterfly Bow Phone Case

(I received this product at a discount in exchange for my honest and unbiased review. All opinions are of my own.)

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When I first got the case I was kind of upset because it came in a janky looking package and the actual case had what appeared to be hot glue in globs all over it. I was able to successfully remove the glue globs with my nails and cleaned it with some glass cleaner and it looked good as new. Putting it on my phone was easy but you have to be careful because the case feels really fragile and I was scared it might crack but once on it fits my iPhone 6 pretty snug! The case looks super cute on my phone and I have not taking it off yet. I do wish the bow was a tad bit lower so you can see more of the Apple symbol. I am afraid if I set my phone down wrong though the bow might pop off so I have been very careful. With that being said this is NOT a protector case it is more of a decorative case!

***UPDATE***
The bow ended up falling off after about 2 months :( My star rating has been downgraded.

Join Our Review Bloggers Promotion and Engagement Group

Review Bloggers Promotion and Engagement Facebook Group

With the recent uproar from Amazon TOS change I decided it was finally time to open up the group I have been procrastinating about for some time now.

This Facebook group is specifically for review bloggers who wish to promote their review blogs and social media accounts. This is also an engagement group which means you have to participate and help other fellow bloggers out.

When brands determine if they want to work with you, the biggest thing they look at is your blog following/traffic and your social media following. The next thing they look at is your content. This group was created to help everyone in our blogging niche to obtain more opportunities and meet other people with similar interests.

THIS IS NOT A PROMO SALES OR REFERRAL GROUP

Every day there will be a post specifically for an activity to do to engage or promote. These posts will be up for 24 hours and then replaced with a new activity the next day. The Blog Roll Call thread will be available for a week and then deleted and reposted to protect post burying.

All rules and posting schedule is outlined in the pinned post so please read that first!

Newbies and pros....everyone is welcomed!!!

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Amazon Baby Registry Welcome Box

Shop Amazon - Create an Amazon Baby Registry

I was so thankful to get this welcome box from Amazon when I created a baby registry. I am still to this day using some of the stuff I got in it and it has been 8 months since Lilly has been born. I know it's a first come first served kind of thing which means the products I got might be different than what you will get but they still give you a little of all the basis that you will need plus extra stuff for you mama!
The box is completely FREE if you are an Amazon Prime member. In order to be eligible for the box you have to use the Jumpstart program on your registry. This is the thing at the top where it gives you subjects to find products to add to your registry and made it super easy to make sure I got everything on my list I wanted. Sort of like a make shift check list. After you use that and someone makes a $10 purchase off your registry than your box will be shipped to you. I went ahead and purchased my $10 off my list for myself so I could get the box as soon as possible.

Yes, I know, sounds like a lot of hoops to jump through but in the end it's FREE stuff for baby worth at least $35 which is hard to come by anymore. But hey you were going to make that list anyways and there is always someone in the family who is addicted to Amazon like I am! Here is a list of the stuff I got:

Gerber Organic Apples, Blueberries and Spinach Pouch
Gerber Rice Cereal Pouch (.53oz)
Gerber Good Start Gentle Ready To Feed Formula (8.45oz)
Playtex 4 oz Nurser Bottle with 5 Drop-Ins Liners
Philips Avent Contemporary Freeflow Pacifier
Avent Night Breast Pads (2 pads)
Water Wipes- 10 wipes pack
Aquafor (.14 oz)
Babyganics Moisturizing Daily Lotion- Chamomile Verbena (2oz)
Burt's Bees Baby Bee Nourishing Lotion (1oz)
Burt's Bees Soap Bark & Chamomile Deep Cleansing Cream (1oz)
L'Oreal Sulfate Free Thickening Shampoo- Rosemary Juniper (2oz)
L'Oreal Sulfate Free Thickening Conditioner- Rosemary Juniper (2oz)
& More...

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Candy Club Review Plus Coupon Deal Offer

What Exactly is Candy Club?

Candy Club is the Premiere Candy of the Month Club aka subscription box.  They bring the candy store directly to your door. Their candy experts carefully design your package. They start by selecting the most popular, best-loved, candies from nostalgic favorites to contemporary treats.

What Makes Them Different?

My favorite part about Candy Club is they now offer you the ability to create your own box. You can select up to 3 options from their vast store of 7,000 to have sent to you. You will never have to worry about getting the same thing and you always get to try something new or stick with what you already love. I really enjoyed looking through all the options and going down memory lane with some of the candies I had forgotten about from my childhood.

Is it Affordable?

Yes!!!! That's the best part about it. For only $20 a month you can get any assortment of fresh, premium candy from classic favorites to popular new treats (up to 3 pounds) in three signature containers, plus a splash of nostalgic goodies sprinkled throughout the box! Shipping is super fast with a 5-7 day window and your candy is delivered in a cute protected box so they do not melt or get crushed.

COUPON ALERT

Snag my special affiliate exclusive deal and use code 50f-candydeal at checkout to get 50% off plus FREE shipping on your first box!

My Review

In a world full of subscription boxes this one is by far one of my favorites and has also been a hit in my boyfriends work break room lol! I love how you can also send a box as a gift which is amazing for children's birthdays, expecting mothers, and get well soon greetings. It's also something fun you can do with your children. I am sure they will get a sugar rush just scrolling through all of the options and its a great way to reward them. All of the candy I have picked so far is super delicious and there was something for everyone in my house. At first I thought the price was a little overbearing but once you get the box and see how big it is and the size of the tubs it honestly is a deal for what you might spend in a month on candy. Plus the containers are super convenient for DIY projects. The best part about it all is their 100% money back guarantee if you don't like the product. I am truly addicted now!

(This post contains affiliate links which means I may be compensated for any purchases made through clicking links. I received one of these boxes featured for free in exchange for my honest and unbiased review. All opinions are of my own. Please refer to my Disclosure & Policies page for more info.)

Deer Park Sparkling Water : Raspberry Lime

(This is a sponsored post for Smiley360. I received this product as a free sample in exchange for my honest review. For more info on Smiley360 see bottom of post.)

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Deer Park Sparkling Water pleasantly surprised me. I have never really liked a plain old carbonated water before but the Raspberry Lime had a nice hint of taste that made me want to keep drinking it and made me think I was having something more than just water. I love how the fizz gives me my fix of bubbles instead of turning to a sugary unhealthy soda but sometimes it is a little too carbonated. You must drink this cold because once a little warm it doesn't taste that great anymore. Overall, this made me actually drink more water than usual which is always awesome because I have a big problem with that and I look forward to trying the other flavors.

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Rocky Mountain Essentials Charcoal Face Mask

(I received this product at a discount in exchange for my honest and unbiased review. All opinions are of my own.)

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This was my first time using a charcoal mask because I was kind of skeptical on how well it would work on my oily skin and if it would just trap more junk in my pores. I was pleasantly surprised by the outcome because it actually helped my oily skin by taking away the slick feeling of my face and replacing with baby soft skin. It did not dry me out too much and later on in the day I was still oil free and smooth feeling. The mask is super easy to apply and really wasn't as messy as other masks I have tried. Washes off the face very easily. You have to use a washcloth per instructions and after rinsing the washcloth there was still some black residue from the mask but it washed off in the washer. Before using the mask my face had large pores on the chin area and nose. I also had acne on my chin and forehead with white bumpy uneven skin on my cheek bones. While the mask was drying I noticed how it was filling all those pores in and you could actually see them very well. After I rinsed the black heads and pores were completely cleaned out and gone and some bumps were still there but had been softened. It did not shrink my pores but that's something that probably happens over time with weekly use. After the mask I applied the same spot treatment for my acne and moisturizer that I have been using before beginning the mask. This stuff had been working ok but the day after the mask and this same routine my acne was noticeably healed and almost all the way gone which was shocking because I have been trying to tame it for awhile now! This is an awesome product for any one who suffers from acne, pore issues, uneven skin, and oily/combination skin. I really believe it would work for any skin type as well.