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Noabay Moisturizer Product Empties and Reviews
Empties · Review

Product Empties and Reviews

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Empties

I don’t know about you, but I love to watch empties videos on youtube!  I feel like if a person has used up an entire product they can give a really good review.  

I have some empties of my own to review…

Pumice naturally exfoliates skin, while the Vitamin C and Citric Acid found in Grapefruit facilitate healthy skin renewal. | lookingjoligood.woordpress.comSay Yes to Grapefruit
The product claims to…
Cleanses, exfoliates, and adds an extra dose of radiance to your daily shower. Pumice naturally exfoliates skin, while the Vitamin C and Citric Acid found in Grapefruit facilitate healthy skin renewal. Your skin will be smoother and more even-toned.
Grapefruit is rich in Vitamin C and Lycopene (anti-oxidant heavy hitters), which naturally help to even skin tone and enhance luminosity, promoting healthier, smoother and softer looking skin. Pumice is a natural exfoliant, derived from volcanic rock leaving skin feeling fresh and renewed.

I love the way this body scrub smells!  It has just enough pumice in it to provide good exfoliation without being too abrasive. It lathers up nicely and makes my skin feel smooth and smell fresh.  I was in love after the first use!
Will I repurchase this product:  Yes!
Click HERE to check out where I buy Say Yes to Grapefruit

Removes dirt, oil and make-up without rinsing. Formulated with White Tea and Cucumber Extracts. Dermatologist-tested and ophthalmologist-tested. FSC Certified, natural fabric. | lookingjoligood.woordpress.comBurt’s Bees facial cleansing towelettes.  
The product claims to…
Removes dirt, oil and make-up without rinsing.
Formulated with White Tea and Cucumber Extracts.
Dermatologist-tested and ophthalmologist-tested.
FSC Certified, natural fabric.

They cost around $6 for 30 wipes.  I really wanted to like these…  The packaging is so cute, plus they are Burt’s Bees, so it is a more natural product.  Well, I found them to be a bit dry and they left a sticky feeling on my face.  So, as far as no rinse, that is a no go.  Also, you have to make sure you get the package closed tightly or the towelettes can dry out to the point that they are not usable.
Will I repurchase this product:  NO
Click HERE to read more about Burt’s Bees Facial Wipes

EXTRA RICH cream is brimming with essential fatty acids found in oils from organic farming such as Avocado* and Olive* oils, which also give the cream anti-aging benefits. | lookingjoligood.woordpress.comNaobay Oxygenating Cream Moisturizer
Product description…
EXTRA RICH cream is brimming with essential fatty acids found in oils from organic farming such as Avocado* and Olive* oils, which also give the cream anti-aging benefits.
98-85 % of the total ingredients are of natural origin.
20% of the total ingredients come from organic farming.

I received this cream in a Birchbox a few months ago.  From the very first time that I used it I was in love!!! It has a nice fresh scent, and I love the way it applies to my skin.  The only bad thing I can say about it is, that besides Birchbox, I can’t find anywhere that sells it.  I would love to repurchase this, but for now there is a waiting list on the Birchbox site (that is how good this product is!)
Will I repurchase this product:  Yes!
Here are some links for the Noabay cream moisturizer
http://www.naobay.com/product/oxygenating-cream-moisturizer/
https://www.birchbox.com/shop/naobay-oxygenating-moisturizing-cream

All CeraVe products contain the vital ceramides healthy skin needs to help restore and maintain its natural protective barrier. | lookingjoligood.woordpress.comCeraVe® Moisturizing Cream – 16 oz
Product description…
MVE® Delivery Technology Controlled release for 24 hour hydration NEA Seal of Acceptance TMAccepted by the National Eczema Association Hyaluronic Acid Helps retain skin’s natural moisture
All CeraVe products contain the vital ceramides healthy skin needs to help restore and maintain its natural protective barrier.

As I mentioned the other day I love this product! My skin feels nice and smooth and hydrated after I apply this moisturizer.  In the morning, if I apply a small amount to my face I can even wear it under my makeup without any difficulty.  The 16 oz jar lasted me around 6 months.
Will I repurchase this product:  Yes!   I love this product so much that I have a subscription for it from Target.

Here is a link to a $2.00 off coupon, try it, trust me you will love it!  http://www.cerave.com/coupons

I usually buy mine at Target.  They definitely have the best price. Click HERE to check out Target’s price for CeraVe

Invigorating morning facial cleanser | lookingjoligood.woordpress.comInvigorating morning facial cleanser

I got this facial cleanser from Dollar Tree.  I kept it in my shower and washed my face with it every morning.  For only $1, I think it was a great face wash.  It gave my face a nice light tingling feeling and didn’t make my skin feel tight like some cleansers do.  I think that it is supposed to be similar to the Morning Burst Facial Cleanser from Clean & Clear.
Will I repurchase this product:  Yes.  Unfortunately, I haven’t been able to find it again in any of the Dollar Trees that I have gone to, but if I find it again, I will repurchase it.

L’Oreal Advanced Haircare – Volume Filler Thickening Shampoo
The product claims to…
Penetrates hair fiber from root to core to tip for healthier looking hair. It works to create texture from within to generate a thicker feel and infuses lasting volume over time.

L'Oreal always has coupons available, always! | lookingjoligood.woordpress.comAs a brand overall, I love L’Oreal.  These shampoos and conditioners are awesome.  My only complaint is that they don’t smell that great. (I love it when a great working shampoo also smells great too!) I think that since I bought this bottle, they may have recently changed up the scent, but I am not 100% sure about that.  Did I find that they shampoo made my hair thicker over time…I don’t think so.  I know some people don’t like to use a hair product that has Sulfate in it, but I don’t dye my hair (not yet anyways…) so it isn’t something that concerns me.

Another thing I love about this product is that L’Oreal always has coupons available, always!  Here is a link for several different L’Oreal product coupons. (I love a good deal!) Click HERE for the L’Oreal Coupons.
Will I repurchase this product:  Yes, is it my absolute favorite shampoo of all time, no, but for the price I get it for, it is a great one.

Get full-bodied style without the weight. Condition for manageability, shine, and 24-hour volume. Clinically Proven Healthier Hair with Every Wash. | lookingjoligood.woordpress.comPantene’s Sheer Volume conditioner
Product description…
Lightweight conditioner for fine hair provides manageability, shine, and 24-hour volume.Get full-bodied style without the weight. Condition for manageability, shine, and 24-hour volume.
Clinically Proven Healthier Hair with Every Wash.

After talking about shampoo, it only seems natural to talk about hair conditioner. Pantene’s Sheer Volume conditioner is easy to use and works awesome! My hair is always super shiny when I consistently use this conditioner.  It is not heavy on my fine hair and doesn’t weigh it down. My hair is clean and shiny and well-conditioned. I do not blow dry my hair everyday, but even when I air-dry it my hair is never flat or weighed down.  I love that the larger bottles have a pump on them.  It is so easy to get just the right amount of conditioner out each time without taking too much and wasting it.
I often stock up on Pantene products when they are on sale and I have a coupon.  Click HERE to see the great deal you can get on Pantene at Target.  Click HERE for a printable coupon for $2 off two bottles of Pantene.
Will I repurchase this product:  Yes, (I actually already have and will always continue to.)

How about you, do you like empties videos and blog posts?  Have you used any of these products and had a different experience with them?  I’d love to hear your opinion!

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

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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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Walmart Beauty Box
Beauty Subscription · Make up

Walmart Beauty Box

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Did you know that Walmart has it’s own a subscription beauty box?  Yup, they do!  It is a quarterly box and only costs $5 a season.  Generally the box will have around 5 samples, with 2 of them being full sized products.  Also in your Walmart Beauty Box, you’ll find smaller sample beauty products, coupons, and tips on how to use them.  Your order will include a wide selection of trusted Beauty brands.

Walmart technically calls it a “sample box” and says that the box itself is free and the $5 is a flat rate for shipping and handling.  Either way the box costs $5 each season.

How does it work?

  • You sign up at https://beautybox.walmart.com/
  • Create and account
  • Add your payment and shipping info
  • Wait for you confirmation email
  • Enjoy your beauty box when it arrives

If you are first time subscribers: Your subscription will be processed when you sign up and your credit card will be charged $5 and you will receive the current season’s box.  Once you are subscribed, you won’t have to resign up, you will receive a shipping confirmation email and then your box will arrive.  You’ll only be charged when your Beauty Box is shipped.

The Walmart beauty box website says “Each seasonal Beauty Box is a “limited edition” and may sell out.  Note: Beauty products vary by box.  Only one beauty box per email address.”

Walmart Beauty Box Subscription|lookingjoligood.wordpress.comIf you follow me on Instagram, you may have already seen the picture that I posted the other day of my summer beauty box.  (The Vaseline lotion smells heavenly!)  If you don’t follow me on Instagram, you should 😉  https://instagram.com/joligood/

Shipping Schedule

Winter Starting the last week of November
Spring Starting the second week of March (I didn’t get my spring box until mid May)
Summer Starting the second week of June (I just got my summer on Saturday 8/15)
Fall Starting the second week of September

Beauty Subscription · Make up · Review

August Ipsy Glam Bag and Birchbox Box

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August Ipsy Glam Bag and Birchbox Box | lookingjoligood.wordpress.comWhen you come home and your mail box looks like this, you know it is going to be an exciting day!  I subscribe to both Birchbox and Ipsy.

While I do think that the box’s design each month are really super cute,  I was not too impressed with my Birchbox samples this month.  Actually…I haven’t been too impressed with my Birchboxes at all lately, so I am pretty sure I am going to be canceling my subscription.  Several of my Birchbox samples have gone right into my give away to someone else box. I feel as if I can better spend $10 each month by picking out and purchasing my own beauty products.   All that being said, it is excited to find my mailbox overflowing with makeup and samples. 🙂

Here is what I got from Birchbox this month…August Ipsy Glam Bag and Birchbox Box | lookingjoligood.wordpress.com

  • Shea Terra Organics Rose Hips Black Soap Deep Pore Facial Cleanser (I don’t really know what this stuff is really, a face wash…a mask…not sure)
  • Juicy Couture I am Juicy Couture perfume sample  (I hate perfume samples!)
    R+Co ATLANTIS Moisturizing Shampoo and Conditioner (these were both in foil packs…I hate foil packs!)
  • Harvey Prince Sea Salt Texturizing Mist (I have super straight hair, sea salt mist just makes my hair look dirty.)
  • Supergoop!® Daily Correct CC Cream ​SPF 35+ (This should be a great sample, right?  I have heard so many great things about this brand.  Yeah, it was such a small teeny tiny sample that I couldn’t even cover my entire face with the CC cream, and I don’t even have a very big face.)
  • Multitasking crayons from LAQA & Co in the shade Humble Brag/blush pink (Ok, Finally something that I like.  The color is beautiful!  I wore it on my cheeks as blush and I loved it.  I found it to be a bit drying on my lips, but the shade is beautiful and a bit of lip balm helped with the dryness.)

My daughter gets very excited about seeing what the ipsy glam bag design is going to look like.  This month it is a black and white hounds tooth design with a pink zipper. She perfectly described it when she said that it feels just like duct tape.   Here is what I got in my ipsy bag this month…August Ipsy Glam Bag and Birchbox Box | lookingjoligood.wordpress.com

  • JUARA Skincare Turmeric Antioxidant Radiance Facial Mask
  • Skone Cosmetics Luxe Doubler Eye/Lip Pencil in Wine Briogeo
  • Blossom & Bloom ™ Ginseng + Biotin Volumizer
  • noyah Natural Lipstick in the shade Desert Rose (it is a nice creamy beautiful light pink)
  • Trust Fund Beauty Nail Polish in Elegantly Wasted (This is a beautiful lilac purple shade. Unfortunately for me, this one is going into the give away pile. I actually hate nail polish.  I get my toes done at the salon and never paint my finger nails at home.  Oh well, 4 out of 5 isn’t bad.)

How about you?   Do you get ipsy or Birchbox?  What did you get in yours?  Were you happy with your samples?  Do you get any monthly subscription boxes that are worth trying out?  Let me know in the comments below.

Make up · Review

Maybelline Super Stay Better Skin Foundation Review ~Week Three of Three

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I have used several different types of Maybelline products in the past (I absolutely love their mascaras!), but I’ve never used one of their foundations. So the Maybelline Superstay Better Skin™ Foundation was my first experience. *Spoiler alert*I have to say, the more I use this foundation the more I like it!  I prefer a light, matte finish, medium coverage foundation, and that is exactly what this foundation provides.

This Maybelline Super Stay Better Skin foundation goes on easily, looks great, and wears well all day. It never irritated my skin nor caused any new breakouts.

As I said in my previous post about the Better Skin Foundation, I don’t have many skin issues as it is, so I was not really expecting any miracle results.  While using this foundation over the last 3 weeks, I haven’t noticed any reduction in the “appearance of spots, dullness and uneveness,” nor have I noticed that my skin is “brighter, more even and stress-free.”  What I have noticed is that this foundation goes on easily, looks great, and wears well all day.  As with some foundations, it never irritated my skin nor caused any new breakouts.

A few things I have noticed about this foundation over the last few weeks…
When first applying, it has a funny funky almost burnt plastic smell to it.  While the smell is weird, it fades quickly and isn’t really a big issue for me.
It doesn’t work well with all primers.  I have a few different primers, and some it works fine with and others not at all.  This foundation works well enough on its own that it doesn’t even need a primer at all.  So once again not really a big issue for me.
It doesn’t apply well with a beauty sponge.  I found that using a foundation stippling brush or my fingers works the best.  It is quick an easy to apply with my fingers, so this is actually a plus for me.

So, after a few weeks of using this foundation:
Did this foundation live up to all the claims of better skin in 3 weeks…well…they give a lot of claims for a foundation to do all on its own, so I’m going to with no, but…
Would I repurchase this foundation for myself…Definitely!
Would I recommend this foundation to you…Definitely!

**I was sent this  full sized foundation in a VoxBox from Influenster for free to test out for 3 week for the #betterskinchallenge, even so, my opinion is completely my own.**

Make up · Review · Weekly Product Highlight

NYC Smooth Loose Face Powder

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~Weekly Product Highlight~ Loose Powder~

It is a finely milled powder that mattifies the face without adding an extra thick layer of makeupy weight.I have been using this powder for years!  At less than $3 this product comes straight from heaven!  It is a finely milled powder that mattifies the face without adding an extra thick layer of makeupy weight.  This powder also helps to control oils without drying out the face.  The translucent shade works great for all skin colors.

It comes with a circular cosmetic makeup sponge over an opaque white sifter.  I don’t use the sponge, but instead use a large fluffy brush like the e.l.f. Studio Complexion Brush ($3) or the e.l.f. Essential Total Face Brush ($2).  I tip the container over and use whatever powder is in the cover to dust lightly over my face. I generally first start by applying to my chin, the nose, the forehead and cheeks.  Of course whichever order you choose to apply the powder onto your face is up to you.

As the day goes on, after blotting any excess oil off of my face, I will often reapply a light dusting of powder to my T-Zone.  Even after adding this extra layer of powder to my face it doesn’t look built up or cakey.

What does the NYC Cosmetics Website have to say about it?…

Set yourself up for a New York day!

Natural beauty is the most fashionable thing for a New York babe. Wanna look great for your cool art gallery opening in Chelsea? Just control shine, and give your skin a natural, matte finish. Your skin will look and feel velvety soft. Your result: A perfect makeup application every time! So who’s the New York makeup artist now?

  • Sheer, soft and natural finish
  • Controls shine
  • Light texture
  • Dermatologist tested
Key Ingredients:
  • Calendula extract
  • Oat flour
  • Rice starch
DIY · Make up

Easy DIY Makeup Remover

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Make this super simple DIY Makeup Remover
Easy DIY Makeup Remover

I love to wear makeup, and I love knowing that my make up is going to stay where I want it to until I decide to take it off.  There are so many awesome long wear and waterproof products on the market.  The downside to long lasting and waterproof makeup is removing it without removing all your skin or eyelashes in the process.

There are many great makeup removers on the market.  The downside to these makeup removers is not only the chemicals, but also the price tag!  I have been making my own makeup remover for about 2 years now for only around $3 for 8 oz.

All you need for this super simple Easy DIY Makeup Remover is one empty  8 oz travel sized container and two household ingredients grapeseed  oil (or olive oil) and witch hazel, a measuring cup and a funnel.

How to Make the Easy DIY Makeup Remover

1.) Measure half a cup of grapeseed oil (or olive oil)

2.) Use the funnel to pour the oil into the empty 8 oz travel container.

3.) Measure half a cup of witch hazel.
(If you only have a 4 oz travel container use 1/4 cup of each grapeseed oil and witch hazel.  If your container is 6 )

4.) Use the funnel to pour the witch hazel into the 8 oz travel container with the oil.

5.) Put the cover onto the 8 oz container tightly, shake well before each use, the oil and witch hazel will separate.

6.) Pour a small amount onto a cotton round. Start removing your makeup quickly and easily!

Safe to use in small amounts around the eyes.

At around $2 for a 16 oz bottle of witch hazel and around $8-10 for 16 oz of grapeseed oil, 8 oz of makeup remover will end up costing you around $3, (plus the cost of your empty bottle if you don’t already have one).  A little goes a long way and 8 oz will last you a long time.

Why I like to use Grapeseed oil: it is packed with antioxidants, including skin-brightening vitamin C.  It has also been said to help treat acne, fight aging, moisturize and tighten the skin, as well as lessen dark circles under the eyes.

The skin benefits of witch hazel are also many. It has both antibacterial and antiseptic qualities.  Witch hazel is a great natural remedy for skin conditions like psoriasis, acne, and eczema. Witch hazel help remove excess oil from the skin, making it effective at treating blackheads and other blemishes.

Learn more about witch hazel at: http://www.naturalnews.com/048039_witch_hazel_skin_care_acne.html#ixzz3iXs9zp5T

Learn more about grapeseed oil at:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grape_seed_oil

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~Weekly Product Highlight~ Foundation~COVERGIRL & Olay Tone Rehab 2-In-1 Foundation

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COVERGIRL & Olay Tone Rehab 2-In-1 Foundation

COVERGIRL + OLAY TONE REHAB 2-IN-1 FOUNDATION
COVERGIRL + OLAY TONE REHAB 2-IN-1 FOUNDATION

I haven’t seen or heard too many reviews on this COVERGIRL & Olay Tone Rehab 2-In-1 Foundation.  It has a nice smooth texture and provides great medium coverage.  It goes on smoothly making the complection look even without looking thick or cakey.  I have fair to medium, normal to combo skin and I really love the way this foundation makes my skin look and feel.  I wear shade 104 ivory during the winter and spring and shade 132 nude beige in the summer and mix the two together in the fall and late spring. It does have a light perfume fragrance that fades quickly, but if you are sensitive to that just be aware (I actually like the scent of it).  It comes in 14 different shades from 104 ivory to 175 soft sable. On the down side, it doesn’t provide any SPF so be aware of that.

This 1 fl oz foundation is sold at most Drug stores ($15.99) as well as online and at Target (12.99) and Walmart ($12.98). Prices range from around $11 on Amazon.com (which is where I got mine) to as high as $14.99 at Ulta.com

What does the Covergirl Website have to say about it…

COVERGIRL and Olay combine foundation and hydrating serum to cover fine lines and wrinkles and help hydrate to improve skin tone over time.
Plus, we’re so sure you’ll love COVERGIRL + Olay ToneRehab 2-in-1 Foundation, that if you’re not satisfied with the results, we’ll refund your money.

Free/Good Deals

I love CeraVe, and you can too for free!

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This is what will be in your free cerave gift box

I discovered this line of skin care when I read about it on Hudabeauty‘s Drugstore product of the week.  I have been using it ever since and love it!  If you would like to try a free sample for yourself click the link below!  You definitely won’t regret it, and you might just find your new love too 😉

Click here… I love CereVe