Category Archives: skin products

Ancient Minerals – a Topical Magnesium Product

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Ancient Minerals is a unique way to supplement your body with the mineral magnesium. When I was seeing a neurologist about my migraines, one of the minerals he suggested my body might be lacking was Magnesium. So, when the opportunity to review a topical magnesium product, I jumped on it, as I am not always the greatest at remembering to take pills every day. I received Ancient Minerals Magnesium Gel, Magnesium Oil and Magnesium Lotion. By far my most favourite product of the bunch was the Lotion! I have extremely dry skin (border line psoriasis) on my knees and elbows … Continue reading →

Kiss My Face Peace Soap (All Natural All Purpose Pure Castile Soap)

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What caught my eye immediately about Peace Soap is it’s name, in support of Seeds of Peace, an organization that aims to develop relationships and leadership skills among young people from regions of conflict. Kiss My Face supports Seeds of Peace by donating 10% of all profits from Peach Soap to the organization. About Peace Soap I love how Peace Soap by Kiss My Face is FREE of parabens, SLS, phthalates, artificial fragrance and animal ingredients and it has not been tested on animals. It is biodegradable, environmentally safevegetable based and has a vegan formula. The packaging features peace written … Continue reading →

AnnMarie Gianni: Organic, Natural and Wild-Crafted SkinCare

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www.annmariegianni.com is a Skin Care line that is Organic, Natural and Wild-Crafted. We tried out a variety of small samples of AnnMarie’s products. They were nice on my skin! My favourite product by far was the Dead Sea Scrub! It made my skin feel so soft and renewed afterwards, even after just one use. Ann Marie Gianni Skin Care line has everything from Cleansers & Scrubs, Mists & Moisturziers, Anti-Aging Products, Facial Oils to Facial Masks. Check out Multi-Testing Mommy’s Giveaways Toy Clearance Sale at chapters.indigo.ca. Shop now to prepare for the holidays! The above product was provided free of … Continue reading →

Luxe Box – Monthly Deluxe-Sized Luxury Beauty Samples (REVIEW and GIVEAWAY)

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I’ve got the most fun gift you could ever buy for a female! A Luxe Box! The Luxe Box by Loose Button is a subscription to receive a box full of deluxe trial sized beauty products . In my October LuxeBox, I received: Lise Watier Flash Lift Radiance Vial – A concentrate of smoothing agents and moisturizers for a lifting effect and instant radiance (new to Canada!) Keratase Elixir Ultime – deep conditioning hair product to restore strength to hair China Glaze Crackle Nail Lacquer – nail polish Olay Professional Pro-X Eye restoration Complex – specialized eye treatment that diminishes … Continue reading →

Live Clean Baby Soothing Relief Collection (REVIEW and GIVEAWAY)

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Recently our family has been introduced to the Live Clean Baby Soothing Relief Collection. What stood out to me at first glance of this product was that they are made with non-irritating, gentle, natural and plant based ingredients. No Phthalates, Parabens or Cleansing and Foaming agents (like SLS or Sodium Lauryl/Laureth Sulfate and DEA). Right away, I feel much better using these products on my kids’ skin. The Live Clean Baby Soothing Relief Collection includes the following products: Live Clean Soothing Relief Baby Wash tear free wash specially formulated with natural colloidal oatmeal and chamomile that gently cleanses and soothesMy … Continue reading →

Pur Minerals (REVIEW and GIVEAWAY)

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The Pur Minerals Start Now Essentials Collection is honestly the best makeup I have ever used – NO JOKE! The Starter Kit includes: (information taken directly from the Pür Minerals website.4-in-1 Pressed Mineral Makeup): The cornerstone of Pür Minerals, this one-minute mineral makeup miracle is your mineral foundation, powder, concealer and SPF protection all in one neat makeup compact. Completely free of oil, alcohol, fragrances, preservatives and chemical dyes, this mineral foundation is actually good for your skin!Mineral Glow: A touch of sun in a makeup compact, this mineral powder will impart a natural, sun-kissed glow to your skin.Universal Marble … Continue reading →

Looks Good On Your Lips: Burt’s Bees Tinted Lip Balm (REVIEW)

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I am a lip balm fanatic. I must ALWAYS have some lip balm on my lips. I don’t typically wear lipstick, but I love how Burt’s Bees now has a Tinted Lip Balm line! Burt’s Bees is one of my favourite natural skin care products out there! Their products are free of petrochemicals and synthetic ingredients such as phthalates, parabens and sodium lauryl sulfate and they are never tested on animals. Burt’s Bees Tinted Lip Balm is available in six shades and contain natural botanical flower waxes: Ylang-Ylang flower wax and Jasmine flower wax. They also contain shea butter, vitamin … Continue reading →

REVIEW: Sunbow Suncreen (Dora and Sponge Bob – Zinc Oxide Cream, Suncreen Spray and Sun Stick

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It’s that time of year again when we have to be so sun smart, especially with our precious children! It is so important to protect them from the sun by using sunscreen. It is even better to avoid the sun during its strongest hours. We have been introduced to a new brand of sunscreen this year called Sunbow sunscreen. All Sunbow sunscreen products are water resistant, sprays in colour but dries clear, is hypoallergenic, paba free and pediatrician recommended and tested. Sunbow sunscreen has been developed with children in mind with fun colours (pink and yellow) and characters (Dora and … Continue reading →

REVIEW: Burt’s Bees Tinted Lip Balm

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Burt’s Bees is one of my favourite natural skin care products out there! Their products are free of petrochemicals and synthetic ingredients such as phthalates, parabens and sodium lauryl sulfate and they are never tested on animals. This is why I was very excited to receive a sample of their latest lip balms: Tinted Lip Balm! They are available in six shades and contain natural botanical flower waxes: Ylang-Ylang flower wax and Jasmine flower wax. They also contain shea butter, vitamin E, beeswax and are, as always, 100% natural. I love the smell of the tinted lip balm and I … Continue reading →

REVIEW: Kiss My Face Moisturizer and Shower Gel

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C’s The Day MoisturizerNourish and moisturize dry, sensitive skin with a daily dose of anti-oxidant Ester-C, certified organic oils and Herbs, for soft, smooth, radiant skin.This product contains no animal ingredients, artificial colors, or unnecessary chemicals and was not tested on animals. GOOD FOR YOU BECAUSE…Ester C: anti-oxidant, anti-aging, stimulates collagen productionAlmond Oil: emollient and moisturizingJojoba Oil: similar to the skin’s own oil, nature’s most effective moisturizerThe above information was taken directly from the Kiss My Face website. I am really enjoying the C’s The Day Moisturizer and so is my body! Especially during this dry, cold snap we seem … Continue reading →