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Are You Thriving? Thrive Market: Belong to a Better Market

About a year ago my sister told me about an amazing online marketplace called Thrive Market, and I just have to share it with all of you. Trust me, you’re going to want to sign up too! Let me tell you why…

First and foremost, Thrive Market is all about making healthy living accessible and affordable for everyone. They offer a wide range of high-quality, natural, and organic products at prices that are significantly lower than what you would find in traditional brick-and-mortar stores. It’s like having a health food store at your fingertips, without the hefty price tag.

One of the things I love most about Thrive Market is their extensive selection. They have everything from pantry staples like grains, snacks, and spices, to fresh produce, meat, and seafood. They even have a fantastic assortment of specialty items for those with dietary restrictions or specific preferences, including gluten-free, paleo, vegan, and more. No matter your dietary needs, Thrive Market has got you covered.

Another standout feature of Thrive Market is their commitment to social and environmental responsibility. For every paid membership, they provide a free membership to a low-income family, teacher, student, or veteran. Plus, they prioritize sustainable packaging and support ethical brands that align with their mission. It feels great knowing that by shopping on Thrive Market, I’m not only taking care of myself but also making a positive impact on others and the planet.

Signing up for Thrive Market is super easy and convenient. You can do it from the comfort of your own home, and they even offer a risk-free 30-day trial, so you can explore the platform and see if it’s a good fit for you. Trust me, once you experience the convenience and savings, you won’t want to go back to your old shopping routine.

I’ve noticed that I’m saving a significant amount of money by shopping on Thrive Market as opposed to Trader Joes or Whole Foods. The membership fee is quickly offset by the lower prices on the products, and they frequently have sales and promotions that make it even more affordable.

How it works: They’re an online, $4.99/month membership-based market that gives you access to the best healthy products, delivered at guaranteed savings. Make back your membership fee in savings, or they’ll credit you the difference. That means if your membership fee was $60 & you only saved $40 during your membership year, they’ll automatically add $20 Thrive Cash to your account after you renew. I saved more than $30 on the first order I placed.

Here are some popular product categories on Thrive Market:

Specialty Diets: If you have specific dietary restrictions or follow a particular eating plan, Thrive Market offers a range of specialty products. This includes gluten-free, paleo, keto, vegan, and dairy-free options. You can find alternative flours, snacks, baking mixes, and more to suit your needs.

Pantry Staples: Thrive Market offers a range of pantry staples, including organic grains, pasta, beans, nut butter, cooking oils, condiments, and spices.

Snacks: Thrive Market has a great selection of healthy and delicious snacks. You can find options like organic nuts and seeds, granola bars, dried fruits, jerky, kale chips, and more. They cater to various dietary preferences,which might not always be able to find snack for including gluten-free, paleo, and vegan.

Natural Home and Personal Care: Thrive Market also offers natural and eco-friendly home and personal care products. This includes cleaning supplies, beauty and skincare products, vitamins and supplements, and baby care items.

Pros:

1. Affordable prices: Thrive Market offers products at significantly lower prices compared to traditional stores, making healthy and organic options more accessible.

2. Extensive selection: They have a wide range of products, including pantry staples, fresh produce, specialty items, and more, catering to various dietary needs and preferences.

3. Convenience: Shopping on Thrive Market is convenient as you can browse and order online from the comfort of your home, saving time and effort.

4. Social and environmental impact: Thrive Market’s mission to provide free memberships to those in need and their commitment to sustainability make them a socially and environmentally responsible choice.

5. Free trial: They offer a risk-free 30-day trial, allowing you to explore the platform and decide if it meets your needs before committing to a membership. (just remember to cancel after 30 days if you find it isn’t right for you.)

6. FREE shipping on all grocery orders over $49.

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Cons:

1. Membership fee: Thrive Market requires a paid membership to access their exclusive deals and prices. While the fee is reasonable, $4.99/month, it might be an additional cost to consider.

2. Online shopping limitations: Shopping online means you can’t physically inspect products before purchasing, which could be a downside for some who prefer to see and touch items in person.

3. Delivery time: Depending on your location, the delivery time may vary. It’s important to plan ahead to ensure you have your desired products when you need them.

4. Limited availability: Thrive Market might not carry every single product or brand you’re looking for, especially if you have very specific or niche preferences.

5. Potential for overspending: While Thrive Market offers great deals, it’s important to be mindful of your spending and not get carried away by the convenience and lower prices.

In conclusion, Thrive Market offers numerous benefits, such as affordability, convenience, and a wide product selection. However, it’s important to consider factors like the membership fee and potential limitations associated with online shopping. Assessing your own needs and priorities will help you determine if Thrive Market is the right fit for you.

To find the best products on Thrive Market, explore their website and app, where you can browse through various categories. Utilize customer reviews and ratings to gauge the quality and popularity of specific items. Remember, everyone’s preferences differ, so it’s worth trying different products and discovering your own favorites on the platform.

While I wish that this post was sponsored by Thrive Market, I do have a referral link. If you choose to use it you will get 40% off your first order as well as a welcome gift: http://thrv.me/VBgBh5

I highly recommend signing up for Thrive Market, as it revolutionizes healthy and affordable shopping. Additionally, their commitment to sustainability and their free membership program for those in need make them a fantastic company to support. Happy shopping, my friends!

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Here are some of my favorites that I order every time from Thrive Market.

Lifestyle

Naked Palettes On Sale at Nordstrom!

Urban Decay NOW ON SALE at Nordstrom!

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All the Naked Palettes are now on sale at Nordstrom for 15% off and free shipping/free returns!  My favorite of the Naked palettes is the Naked2. If you haven’t tried this palette yet but want to, now is the time to buy it! For $45.90 it’s so worth it! If you already own it, you know how great it is, now is the time to buy your next replacement one!

You can order your Naked2 Palette by clicking HERE

If you are interested in checking out one of the other Naked Palettes, you can click HERE.

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No matter what new palette I get I always end up reaching for my Urban Decay Naked 2 palette.

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Suspect, Pistol, Verve, YDK, Busted, Blackout Naked Palette Swatches taken with the flash

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“Urban Decay Naked2 Palette is filled with luminous eyeshadow shades with finishes ranging from shimmer to sparkle to the smoothest mattes imaginable. The 12 never-boring taupe-hued neutrals help you expand your Naked range to create even more sultry neutral looks, smoky dramatic looks and everything in-between. It includes a professional-quality, cruelty-free double-ended shadow/blending brush. The case has an art-school inspired look with a hinged lid colored in taupe metal with embossed chocolate brown artwork. It’s smooth, modern and cool to the touch.”

There are other Urban decay products on sale at Nordstrom as well.

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You can check out all the Urban Decay items on Sale at Nordstrom by clicking HERE.

 

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Charm Voxbox From Influenster

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 me tell you 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!”

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”

I recently received the Charm Voxbox and even while I received all the products complimentary, all opinions are my own.

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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.

charm voxbox | lookingjoligood.blogI 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.

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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.charm voxbox | lookingjoligood.blogSome 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.

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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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Influenster

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”

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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.

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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.

sally-hansen-hard-as-nails influenster | lookingjoligood.wordpress.com

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.

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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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Make up

One Shadow Complete Eye Look

Can you believe that to get this eye look, I only used one eye shadow?!

All I used was the Wet N Wild Comfort Zone Definer Duo Chrome Shade.  After applying the shadow all over my lid and under neath my bottom lash line,  I started blending.  Then I blended some more, and then a bit more.

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In this picture, I am not sure how well the actual duo chromeness shows up (is chromeness even a word?) but in person it is a beautiful shade!  Just another reason that I love the Wet N Wild Comfort Zone Palette!

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Do you have the Comfort Zone Palette?  Have you ever tried using just this one shade to create an entire look?

(I also have on Be a Bombshell eyeliner and Smashbox Photo finish mascara.)

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~Weekly Product Highlight~Liquid Eyeliner~NYC’s High Definition Liquid Liner~

NYC HIGH DEFINITION LIQUID EYELINER

NYC’s High Definition Liquid Liner | lookingjoligood.woordpress.comDid you know that you don’t have to spend a lot of money to look fabulous?!  You really don’t.  While it is true that sometimes high end product are better quality and easier to use, that is not always the case.  As it is with NYC’s High Definition Liquid Liner!  This liner costs only $3.99.  I have used other more expensive and higher end liquid liners and yet I always find myself reaching for this one instead of the other higher priced liners.

It is easy to use and comfortable to hold. What I like best about this liquid liner from NYC is you can get a flawless even line with its ultra-thin felt tip that glides on super smoothly and dries quickly.  Try it out for yourself and you will see that you are Looking Joli Good and saving some extra cash!

What does the NYC Website have to say about the HIGH DEFINITION LIQUID EYELINER?…

The ultimate mistake-proof application!  With NYC’s High Definition Liquid Liner you can forget those messy traditional liquid formulas that require a steady hand. The chic, liquid pen delivers smooth, fast-drying results whether you want a super-thin modern line or a thick, full-blown retro cat-eye flick. And the formula is smudge-proof and long-lasting—up to 10 hours of wear! HIGH GLAM WITH MINIMAL EFFORT. UBER-BLACK PERFECTION IN AN INSTANT!

  • Ultra-fine felt tip liner
  • Rich, intense color. Long wearing
  • Creates precise line from soft to dramatic
  • Safe for use by contact lens wearers
  • Long wearing up to 10 hours
  • Ophtamologist tested
Key Ingredients:
  • Highly intense pigments
  • Duo of film-forming polymers for long wearing properties

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Free/Good Deals

Awesome Maybelline and Garnier Coupons

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Maybelline New York The Colossal Volum’ Express Mascara

Just as much as I love samples and good deals, I love to use coupons!  It is like printing and clipping free money and I like free money! 🙂

Click HERE  for $10 worth of Maybelline and Garnier Coupons

One of my favorite coupons is for $2 off of any Maybelline mascara. Most Maybelline  mascaras are super affordable to begin with anyway, but with $2 off, they are just that much better!  Their Colossal Volum’ express waterproof mascara is my all time favorite mascara!

There is also a $2 off any Maybelline face product.  As you know, my new go to foundation is the Maybelline Super Stay Better Skin foundation.  Here is a great opportunity to try it out and take the #betterskinchallenge for yourself.

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~Weekly Product Highlight~ Lip Liner~Jordana Easyliner for Lips Lipliners~ Essence Lipliners~

Jordana Easy liner for lips Lipliner 

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Jordana Easyliner for lips lipliners Sedona Red

These Jordana Easyliner for lips lipliners glide on smooth and creamy and last for hours.  I also love that it has a twist up applicator so I don’t have to sharpen it and lose a bunch of product in the process.  They are available in 13 different colors.  My favorite go to is Baby Berry. So far I have only found them sold at Walgreens (and online). At only $2.50 each, I will definitely make a special trip to Walgreens!

Here is what the Jordana Cosmetics website says about the Easyliner

Retractable-No Sharpening Required
Silky Smooth Soft Glide Formula
Excellent Color Coverage; Rich Semi-Matte Finish
All-Day Wear
Convenient & Easy to Use
Made In USA

Essence Lipliner

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Essence Lipliner $1.49!

At only $1.49 these essence lipliners are a major steal! If you don’t already own one you need this in you life!  They go on smoothly and last hours.  They have 8 different shades to choose from as well as a transparent liner.  My favorite shades are 05 soft berry and 07 cute pink.  Unfortunately, it has a wooden design, so it does need to be sharpened, but at such a low price it is still a great deal.  In my area they are only available at Ulta and Ulta.com, but according to the Essence website they can also be found at Shoppers Drug Mart and Fred Meyer as well.

What does Ulta.com have to say about these lip liners…

Essence Lip Liner glides on smoothly and precisely to ensure perfect lip contours and endless hours of lipstick fun. The wooden lip liner is ideal for smudge-proof and long-lasting lip makeup.

What do you think?  Have you used either of these lipliners?  Do you love them?  What is your favorite go to great deal lipliner?

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Influenster

I love to give my opinion and I love free stuff. There is actually a place online that both of these things come together...Influenster.com | lookingjoligood.wordpress.comI love to give my opinion and I love free stuff.  There is actually a place online that both of these things come together…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!”

It is easy to get started.  You just need to login toInfluenster.com and complete your profile by sharing some general information about yourself so you can get matched with campaigns that you might be interested in. (Like how I get matched up with the Maybelline Super Stay Better Skin Foundation) Honestly answer some quick questions about your shopping behavior to improve your discovery experience.

Then you connect your social media accounts like Facebook, Youtube, Instagram to create your “Social Impact.”  Your Social Impact is a major factor in determining how likely you are to qualify for campaigns.

Then invite your friends using your referral link.  Here is mine: http://www.influenster.com/r/1049268  You’ll be awarded with five points for every friend who connects their social media accounts to Influenster.

As I have mentioned in other posts I have received a few VoxBoxes from Influenster.  “VoxBoxes are packages filled with complimentary products from your favorite brands. Not all Voxboxes are the same some campaigns feature an assortment of products while others will spotlight one awesome brand.”

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

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**the sentences in quotes come from the Influenster.com FAQ webpage**

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~Weekly Product Highlight~ Eyeshadow~Wet n Wild COLOR ICON EYESHADOW COLLECTION ~

Wet n Wild COLOR ICON EYESHADOW COLLECTION 736 Petal Pusher

I am an eye shadow lover!  My favorite part of putting makeup on is definitely the eyes! I purchased this Wet n Wild Petal Pusher icon eyeshadow collection at CVS for $4.99.  At such a low price, I was amazed at the great quality and pigmentation of these shadows.

While I can’t say that I absolutely love and use all 8 of the shadows, there are several that I use quite frequently.  Since these shadows don’t have individual name, I have numbered them to make it easier to tell which one I am talking about.

Product Highlight~ Eyeshadow~Wet n Wild COLOR ICON EYESHADOW COLLECTION ~ |lookingjoligood.wordpress.comMy hands down favorite shade is #2.  It is a light pink with a pearl finish.  It has a creamy texture and goes on beautifully.  I generally use it either all over my lid or in the inner corners to add some highlight. My second favorite is #3.  It is a beautiful light lilac purple matte shadow.  It also has a nice creamy texture and blends out easily. I usually use this in the crease as a transition shade. I haven’t had any issues with any of these shadows creasing on me.

It is a tie for third place between #1 and #5.  While they couldn’t be more different from each other, they both work out perfectly for where I want to use them.  The #1 shade is a perfect matte highlight shade for under the brow bone.  It also looks beautiful when used all over the lid either on its own or under another shadow.  This shadow also blends out well.  The deep purple of the #5 matte shade is perfect for using on the outer lower lash line, and in a V definition of the outer crease and along the outer lid. It does have a bit of fall out, but I find that as long as I tap my brush off first, the fall out isn’t too bad.

Numbers 4, 6, 7, and 8 all are glittery and tend to have a lot more fall out.  In the pan #4 has a burgundy look to it, but transfers as more of a purple, while #6 looks reddish, but goes on more black with red undertones. Number 8 is a glittery black with A LOT of fall out, so use with caution!

The ICON EYESHADOW COLLECTION also comes in two other pallet selections 738 Comfort Zone and 737A Poster Child. | lookingjoligood.wordpress.comThe ICON EYESHADOW COLLECTION also comes in two other pallet selections 738 Comfort Zone and 737A Poster Child.  While I don’t personally own either of these two pallets myself, I have heard a lot of great things about the 738 Comfort Zone pallet.

What does the Wet and Wild Website have to say about it?…

Eight dynamic, perfectly color-coordinated shades with high pigment and pearl for ultra-impact color. Shades can be used together or individually to create an endless variety of looks.

The back of the packaging says: “A stunning collection of silky, ultra-pigmented day-to-night colors. Mix-and-match for a variety of looks from sweet to wild! All day, crease-resistant color

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