Kate Somerville’s products are luxurious and expensive. I was lucky to receive the very popular the ExfoliKate Intensive Exfoliating Treatment in my FabFitFun subscription box. The formula contains papaya, honey. aloe vera, pumpkin, pineapple enzymes, and Vitamins A, C, and E. The key ingredients are Silica and Lactic Acid which work together on the skin like physical…
Month: April 2018
Sweet & Spicy Hawaiian Pineapple Chicken
INGREDIENTS: 20-ounce can pineapple chunks with juice 1/2 cup Sweet Baby Raye’s barbeque sauce 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar 1 cup of chicken broth 1 to 2 tablespoons of Worcestershire sauce 1 to 2 tablespoons Asian chili-garlic sauce 2 cloves garlic 2 teaspoons ground ginger Red pepper flakes -to taste…
Birchbox: Spring 2018
April’s Birchbox was a pleasant surprise. Beautiful flowers. A sign of what we’ll see next month. Dr. Lipp Miracle Balm. The only ingredient is 100% natural medical grade Lanolin which works amazingly. Warning. If you’re allergic to wool, avoid this product. Full Size=$16.50 This has SPF 30 in it which is hard to find in a primer….
Sephora Playbox – April 2018
April’s Sephora PlayBox had quite a few goodies that I will use. This is one of my favorite monthly subscription boxes because it includes high-end samples. Buxom Plump Up the Volume Lip Polish: It comes in 100 shades that shimmer while moisturizing. It’s perfect alone or over a lipstick. Make Up For Ever Skin Tint with SPF…
Makeup Storage on a Budget!
I’ve bought expensive makeup storage units in the past, and they’ve lasted for years, but it’s time to replace them. After searching around, I decided to go with Sorbus makeup organizers. I chose a unit with a storage top, four small drawers and three large ones. This unit is smaller than my other makeup storage cases, but…
Essential Oils: Edens Garden Spring Buys!
Edens Garden is where I purchase most of my essential oils. They have great prices and exceptional quality products. I really like the fact that you can create your own sets. This is the latest set I created which contains six 10 ml bottles and costs $31.95. Here are the oils I selected: Tea Tree…
Black Cumin Seed & Black Soap: They Work Miracles!
For years, I suffered from dry and itchy skin. Several years ago, I started using all-natural soaps, oils, and hair and body products. I no longer have sensitive skin issues. Two things that helped me are black soap and black cumin seed. Black seed oil aka black cumin seed is good for ailments such as autoimmune diseases,…
IPSY Bag: April 2018
I always look forward to getting my IPSY glam bags every month. This month’s pretty butterfly pouch didn’t disappoint nor did the goodies inside. I received a Vasanti concealer buffer brush. It’s made of synthetic material and cruelty-free. It’s a nice quality brush that sells for $23 at Vasanti Cosmetics. Nailmedic’s nail polish not only looks…
Essential Oils: Aromatherapy & Healing
Several months ago, I started using essential oils topically and in room diffusers. I have Rheumatoid Arthritis and the winter weather brought on painful flare-ups that were unbearable. I also fell ill with the flu several times this winter. I’ve already told you about using hemp products for arthritis. Check that post out here: Hemp Seed…
Spicy Cream Cheese Chicken Chili
I had to have this recipe after watching my colleague, Will, devour it for lunch two days in a row. He got the recipe from his wife, Sarah, and it’s delicious! A quick and easy slow cooker meal that’s addictive. Ingredients 2 Chicken breast (frozen is fine) 1 can of diced tomatoes 10 oz can…
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