Influenster

February 11, 2017February 5, 2017 LauraJoli LookingJoliGood3 Comments

Obviously, if you have been reading my posts for any amount of time you know that I love to give my opinion and I love free stuff. There is actually a place online that both of these things come together…

Let’s just take a minute to talk about Influenster.com

“Infuenster is a product discovery platform that lets opinionated, social media savvy consumers like you discover and share knowledge on products through sampling, reviews, and more!”

Let’s make that easier to understand…

Influenster is a program that sends out boxes full of free stuff in hopes that you’ll use your social media influence to tell everyone you know what you think of these products. They call these sample boxes “VoxBoxes”

It is easy to get started. You just need to login toInfluenster.com and complete your profile by sharing some general information about yourself. Answer some quick questions about your shopping behavior to improve your discovery experience. You will then get matched with “campaigns” that you might be interested in.

After all the questions are answered, you connect your social media accounts like Facebook, Youtube, Instagram to create your “Social Impact.” You can also invite your friends using your referral link to increase your social impact.

I have gotten matched up with several things that I have loved! Clairol Hair Food, Soap Box Shampoo and Conditioner, and Persil Laundry Detergent. I have also gotten a few things that I wasn’t really interested in…Slim Fast.

Voxboxes have full-sized free products that you get to review and keep, no charge at all. Some of the awesome brands that work with Influenster are Marc Jacobs, YSL, Makeup Forever, Reebok, L’Oreal, Georgio Armani, just to name a few.

Not all Voxboxes are the same some campaigns feature an assortment of products while others will spotlight one brand. One of my first posts on LGJ was about the Maybelline Super Stay Better Skin Foundation that I received from Influenster. Some of the campaigns will give you virtual “VoxBoxes” These might be coupons you can print out or different tasks to complete on social media.

Some of the campaigns will give you virtual “VoxBoxes” These might be coupons you can print out or different tasks to complete on social media. One virtual voxbox I was part of was to take a picture of a product at the store and post it to a social media platform of my choice. That was it. Pretty simple.

These VoxBoxes are completely free. You don’t even have to do any of the requested social media tasks. The only thing required to receive future boxes is filling out a mandatory survey at the end of the campaign

So far I have been loving being a part of Influenster. Hopefully, you will join and have the same experience as well! Plus, you get free stuff and who doesn’t love free stuff!

I think that Influenster is a great way to receive free samples and try out new things. If you want to you can sign up using my referral link, http://www.influenster.com/r/1049268,

If you don’t want to use the referral link you can always just go directly to Influenster.com to sign up.

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Love and Life

A Little Bit About Me

January 7, 2017December 30, 2016 LauraJoli LookingJoliGood10 Comments

Hello everyone! I thought that since several of you have recently followed I would introduce myself a bit more.

Here is a list of questions to get to know a little more about me…

1. Is your hair naturally curly or straight?

My hair is perfectly straight, and I even though I absolutely love how easy it is, I can’t really wear it too many different ways because of how straight it is.

2. Do you dye it yourself or go to a salon?

I have never dyed my hair. It is still the same exact color that God gave me. If I do need to start dying it, I will definitely let a pro do it.

3. Do you wear the same style everyday, or do you change it?

I am a pretty routine kinda gal, so pretty much stick with the same general style, but usually when I mix it up I am not even that far from my usual.

5. How often do you change your nail polish?

If you have been around Looking Joli Good for any amount of time at all, you already know the answer to this question. Never, I don’t polish them. It drives me nuts if my polish chips at all! So instead of having to redo them as soon as that happens, I just don’t polish them. (Ain’t nobody got time for that!) I get my feet done at the salon (not as often as I would like to). I don’t get my fingers done because I don’t like to have my cuticles pushed back, so gross! Just writing about it now makes my fingers hurt!

6. Do you polish your toes in the winter or just the summer?

My toes are ALWAYS polished, so yes, I definitely polish my toes in the winter! I prefer the way my feet look better with polished toes.

7. How long does it take for you to put on makeup?

Depends on what look I am going for. If it is just a more natural face then 10ish minutes, but if I want to take my time and be more detailed then probably around a half hour. (Don’t ask my husband or kids though, they’d say I spend 3 hours every day putting makeup on. Don’t I wish I had that amount of time!)

8. What do you do first? Face or eyes?

Usually face because I take the most time on the eyes, so I don’t want to spend too much time in the beginning and then end up running out of time to do the rest of my face.

9. Do you collect makeup or just buy what you need when you need it?

I love makeup, but I also get overwhelmed by too much stuff. I would say I am a makeup wearer, but not a makeup collector.

10. How often do you wear false eyelashes?

Never, and I don’t ever plan to start. I think that they look good in certain situations, but as a mom to two youngish kids, totally not necessary in my life at this time.

11. Do you wear makeup when you’re home alone or with family?

Well, I definitely love to wear makeup and look nice for my husband, but if it is just my husband and kids hanging around at home all day, I usually will not put makeup on. My husband always tells me “You don’t need to wear that stuff.” I guess I probably don’t really NEED to, but I really do enjoy it.

12. Will you leave the house without makeup?

Um, well…yes of course, I don’t really like to, but I will if I have to.

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Are you still with me? Haha!

13. Do you plan your OOTD every night or decide when you’re getting dressed?

Yes, for church, special days, and work. I plan ahead and get it ready at night, but usually otherwise it just depends on how I feel that day.

14. How often do you change your handbag?
Quite often. Generally when I find a great purse I will use it for a while, but if I am wearing something nice and it doesn’t match my outfit I will switch to another one.

15. How often or when do you workout?

Five to six days a week, in the morning. (yeah, yeah, yeah, I know, I am pretty obsessed!)

16. Left handed or right handed?

Right handed

17. How tall are you?

5″4′ …ok, ok, ok…5″3 1/2′

18. Do you speak any foreign languages?

Nope, but I have been trying to learn French…Il va assez lentement cependant.

19. How many pets do you have?

You that have been following for any amount of time know all about my sweet 10 year old Boston Terrier, Tessie. She is my best friend and the sweetest, kindest, most loyal dog.

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20. Do you keep a list of products to try as you see other posts?

Yes, I do. If more than one person I trust recommends a product I will add it to my list.

21. What are some things that you like to do with your free time?
I love to exercise and take long walks with Tessie. Obviously I enjoy blogging in my free time. I love to read! (I have read a book a week for the last 5 years)

22. What kind of camera do you use for your photographs?

I have a Nikon D3300 but a lot of the time I just my phone a Nexus 7.

23. How often do you clean your house?

Every. Single. Day. Feels as if that is what I spend the majority of my time doing…I actually like to clean and do house work. (although if you ask my family they will say I spend all my time putting on makeup and talking…lol)

24. What’s your favorite color?

I am a girly girl all the way and as unoriginal as it probably is, my favorite color is pink.

25. Do you swear?

Nope, never.

Did you stick with me for the whole post? Did you notice that I skipped #4? I hope that you enjoyed learning a little more about me. Hope you have a great day!

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No Gym No Problem

No Gym? No Problem! #50

December 19, 2016January 7, 2017 LauraJoli LookingJoliGoodLeave a comment

Can you believe that the year is almost over? I have been posting these no gym no problem posts since the very first week of January and we are now on week 50!

I love workouts that use compound movements along with weights. Two birds with one stone! This is a great quick workout that uses both body weight and weights. Take some time today to improve you health and well being. You are totally worth it! As always, no excuses, just do it!

Remember to keep good proper form, warm up before, and stretch after you exercise!

Are you enjoying these “No Gym? No Problem!” posts? If so, you can check out the rest by clicking HERE!

No Gym No Problem

No Gym? No Problem! #49

December 12, 2016January 7, 2017 LauraJoli LookingJoliGood5 Comments

As I have mentioned recently, I found this site called SPOTEBI. I have really been enjoying it! It is exactly what I love: a ton of at home workouts for women!

Take 15-30 minutes and improve your day! Your heath and wellness is worth it! Remember to keep good proper form, warm up before, and stretch after you exercise!

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No Gym No Problem

No Gym? No Problem! #48

December 5, 2016January 7, 2017 LauraJoli LookingJoliGoodLeave a comment

Usually around this time of year with the holidays and colder weather it is tough to stay motivated to workout and eat right. You know I love my girl Jessica Smith! She is so encouraging and has some really great workouts. I love to use weights and build my muscle’s strength. When using the weights, do whatever works for you.You can either use one set of smaller and larger weights like Jessica does, or just a set of smaller weights, or if you feel more comfortable just your own body weight.

Do you have 30 minutes to improve your health and wellness? Yes, You Do! No Excuses, Just do it! Remember to keep good proper form, warm up before, and stretch after you exercise!

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No Gym No Problem

No Gym? No Problem! #47

November 28, 2016January 7, 2017 LauraJoli LookingJoliGoodLeave a comment

This is a great workout that I found on PopSugar Fitness. Click HERE to see the entire workout.

Build Muscle and Boost Your Metabolism With This Weighted Workout

The 10 moves in this workout are simple enough yet because they are compound you can still get a great muscle building workout.

I hate regular lunges, but this Bicep Curl With Side Lunge move is one of my favorites.

Circuit Three: Bicep Curl With Side Lunge

Take 20-30 minutes to get strong and exercise, your health and wellness are worth it! Remember to keep good proper form, warm up before, and stretch after you exercise!

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No Gym No Problem

No Gym? No Problem! #46

November 21, 2016January 7, 2017 LauraJoli LookingJoliGood5 Comments

A strong core is vital to good posture and a healthy back. Strengthen your core can help to lessen your chance of back pain. Best of all, you can achieve this in just a few minutes each day, with no equipment needed, No Gym? No Problem!

Take 15-30 minutes and improve your day! Your heath and wellness is worth it! Remember to keep good proper form, warm up before, and stretch after you exercise! No excuses, Just do it!

Here are all the videos you need to get started:

1. Here’s how to do a proper plank:

2. Here’s how to do a boat pose:

3. Here’s how to do bicycle crunches:

4. Here’s how to do scissor kicks a.k.a. single leg lifts:

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No Gym? No Problem! #45

November 14, 2016January 7, 2017 LauraJoli LookingJoliGoodLeave a comment

Kickboxing Ballet Body Sculpt – Full 30-Minute Home Barre Kickboxing Workout for All Levels…?!

If you think of kickboxing and ballet you don’t really think of them toghether, but this workout is awesome! My sister suggested this Jessica Smith workout to me. I love Jessica! You will be feeling this one the next day! Make sure you stretch!

Do you have 30 minutes to improve your health and wellness? Yes, You Do! No Excuses, Just do it! Remember to keep good proper form, warm up before, and stretch after you exercise!

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No Gym? No Problem! #44

November 7, 2016January 7, 2017 LauraJoli LookingJoliGoodLeave a comment

I don’t do a lot of Zumba workouts, but this little 8 minute zumba warmup is a fun way to start a workout.

Take a few minutes and have fun with your exercising! Remember to keep good proper form, warm up before, and stretch after you exercise!

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Review

How ’bout Them Samples Review 4

November 3, 2016November 3, 2016 LauraJoli LookingJoliGood6 Comments

I just realized that I posted my How Bout Them Samples #5 without ever posting the review of my #4 samples. Well… here it is. 🙂

You may remember that as part of my “strict no buy” I had decided to try to use up a bunch of the neglected samples that I have already received from various places and sample boxes. I some are from ipsy bags, or Target boxes and others from Walmart beauty boxes. ( I have so many samples that I don’t even remember where I got all of them from originally.)

I posted a few weeks ago that I would let you know what I think of each thing and if I would purchase these items based on my thoughts from these samples. Some products were awesome and I used them up right away, others have taken me longer to use.

Here’s my review of the samples from the fourth group of what I have been trying out…

Bella Pierre Mineral Blush in Desert Rose

I usually I am not a huge fan of mineral blushes because some times they are powdery (obviously) and can be hard to get decent color pigmentation from. I have been using this blush almost everyday since I posted the How bout Them Samples #4 post. I have really been enjoying this blush.. It is a perfect color for my skin tone and looks very natural. I haven’t had any issues with it being splotchy or uneven.

A 9 gram /.33 oz. jar of this blush costs $45. (The sample size that I have is .2 oz)

Based on the sample yes, I would buy this Bella Pierre Mineral Blush in Desert Rose.

Burt’s Bees Naturally Nourishing Milk and Honey Body Lotion

I really wanted to like this… I really did, but nope, I don’t. It has a funny scent and a greasy feel. I like that it is more natural, but I couldn’t get over the scent of it.

A 6 oz bottle of this lotion costs around $7.

Based on the sample NO, I would not buy this Burt’s Bees Naturally Nourishing Milk and HoneyBody Lotion

Hanalei Lip Treatment

This is another product that I really wanted to like. I starts off great, kinda thick,smooth and slick without being sticky. But the longer I wear it the less I like it. I just didn’t find my lips to be overly moisturized by this lip treatment. I have used other less expensive treatments that I liked better.

This Hanalei Lip Treatment is $20 for 0.53 oz.

Based on the sample NO, I would not buy Hanalei Lip Treatment.

Juara Turmeric Antioxidant Radiance Mask

This mask smells so bad! It smells like the liquid that leaks out of a garbage truck. When I was growing up we always called it “trash juice.” I am not even kidding, it stinks so bad!

Based on the sample NO, I would not buy Juara Turmeric Antioxidant Radiance Mask

Palmer’s Cocoa Butter Formula

I never used this Palmer’s Cocoa Butter while I was pregnant which seems to be when most people seem to use it the most. My kids love the way that this lotion smells. It definitely has a chocolate scent to it. I have been using it on my elbows knees and heels. It works great!

An 8.5 oz bottle of this lotion cost around $5, a this 1.7 oz sample size is $0.99.

Based on the sample YES, I would buy this Palmer’s Cocoa Butter Formula.

Peter Lamas Supreme Radiance Complexion Booster

This primer smells so funky! I think that it works great, but it really stinks! I am not kidding, this primer doesn’t smell good at all. It has a nice little sparkle that adds a glow to the skin. I have enjoyed using it.

A full size Complexion Booster is $44 for 1 oz.

Based on the sample YES, I would buy this Peter Lamas Supreme Radiance Complexion Booster.

Pixi by Petra Blush Beauty Blush Duo Rose Gold

This is not a very good blush at all, it is a beautiful highlight though! Even swirled together it doesn’t look like it is a blush. I have been using it as a cheek highlight and in my inner corner and brow bone.

Based on the sample YES, I would buy this Pixi by Petra Blush, but definitely not as a blush.

Smashbox Primer Oil

Here is my issue with this product, it works great as an oil to add to foundation, but the opening of the bottle is so large that it makes it hard to get just one or two drops out at a time. I am pretty sure that the full size has got to have better packaging. The full size of this oil is $42 for 1 oz.

Based on the sample YES, I would buy this Smashbox Primer Oil.

StriVectin-AR Eye Treatment

I love the scent of this under eye cream! I don’t really know if it made much of a difference because I don’t really have a huge under eye problem. It seems really nice though. This eye cream is not cheap at $75 for 0.5 oz. Only a little bit of eye cream is needed, so I have a feeling that 0.5 oz. will last a while.

Based on the sample NO, I would not buy StriVectin-AR Eye Treatment, not because it isn’t good, just because I don’t think I need to spend $75 for something that I don’t really know if it makes a big difference (even though I totally believe in prevention).

Tarteist Mascara

I can’t decide if I love or hate this mascara…when I first put it on my lashes look amazing! Then as the day goes on it just kinda disappears. I don’t know where it goes? It doesn’t flake or smudge, it just vanishes. At work I looked into the mirror and it looked as if I forgot to apply mascara to my lashes. I was not happy about that! Has anyone else used this mascara and had that happen?

Also, the packaging looks super cute, but as I have been using this over the last few weeks it has been annoying me the way that the top fits into the tub. As you might be able to tell from the above picture it kind of clicks into the tube. It makes it hard to be able to get the excess mascara off the brush because of the way the packaging is. I am not sure if it is the same for the full sized mascara.

This sample size (0.1 oz) is $6 and the full size is $23 for 0.24 oz.

Based on the sample NO, I would not buy this Tarteist Mascara. It is great for the first few hours, but then not

In the above picture I have on several of the products that I sampled this time around:

Bella Pierre Mineral Blush in Desert Rose
Burt’s Bees Naturally Nourishing Milk and HoneyBody Lotion
Pixi by Petra Blush Beauty Blush Duo Rose Gold (as a highlight on cheeks, brow bone, and inner corner)
Smashbox Primer Oil
Tarteist Mascara
(You may remember this picture from my makeup of the day post.)

What about you? Have you tried any of these products? What did you think?

If you would like to see which samples I have already tried out and what I think about them you can read more by clicking HERE.

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Influenster

Let’s just take a minute to talk about Influenster.com

A Little Bit About Me

No Gym? No Problem! #50

No Gym? No Problem! #49

No Gym? No Problem! #48

No Gym? No Problem! #47

Build Muscle and Boost Your Metabolism With This Weighted Workout

No Gym? No Problem! #46

No Gym? No Problem! #45

No Gym? No Problem! #44