Natural Colon Cleanse Alfalfa, Aloe Vera, & More #vidazencleanse

Here is another product made by VIDAZEN that I have been trying out the last few weeks.

The bottle states Total colon cleansing formula from 11 natural herbs help your body eliminate toxins & supports the natural cleansing process.

Ingredients
Our ALL NATURAL supplement includes: Alfalfa Leaf, Aloe Vera Leaf, Bentonite, Buckthorn Bark, Calcium as Calcium Carbonate, Gentian Root, Goldenseal Root, Lactobacillus Acidophilus, Oat Seed, Psyllium Husk, Rhubarb Root.

On a scale of 1-5 (5 being the best) I would rate this 4.5-4.75.  The only issue I have had with it is the pills are really dry on the outside and I have a serious issue with them getting stuck in my throat.  I am sure they are much more digestable without having any kind of a coating on the outside, but it has been a bit scary a couple of times.

This is very gentle and not hard on the digestive system at all!!  Besides the issue with the lack of coating on the tablet to make them easy to swallow I can highly recommend them.  I have made sure taking them recently that I have lots of water on hand should they decide to get stuck!!!

You can check out all the company has to say and also other reviews here 

My bottle was 90 capsules and you are supposed to take 2 in the morning and 2 in the evening.  I personally only took 2 capsules in the morning and I had no digestive upsets whatsoever!!  It was very gentle!

VIDAZEN sent me this bottle to try in exchange for my opinion and review.  I appreciate the opportunity to try their product.  I can tell a difference when I don't take it!!

100% Natural Garcinia Cambogia, 180 Capsules - Review #vidazenGC

Garcinia Cambogia -- Appetite suppressant and energy booster made from the natural extract of the Garcinia cambogia fruit (according to the bottle)!!

I have taken a few different brands of Garcinia Cambogia.  While I am not going to say they do not work......

I have not been able to notice a difference with any of them  and this one has been no exception.  I had no negative side effects, but I have not noticed any difference while taking them either.  Maybe I am just in really good health!!!  Ha Ha!! -- Just kidding!!

Actually I am 46 years old and I am not quite sure what it is supposed to feel like, but I feel as good - if not better than I did in my 20's!!!

This bottle contains 180 capsules.  You are supposed to take 2 capsules twice daily 20-30 minutes prior to eating.  I have not gained, but I also have not lost....  I have not been able to resist the girls fresh baked zucchini muffins though - so maybe it would have been worse without this!! - LOL!!

If this is an ingredient that has worked for you in the past check them out here

I was sent this bottle from VIDAZEN to try in exchange for my honest review. 

Organic Argan Oil 100% USDA EcoCert EVAO Review -- #ISAprofessional

Here is another Argan oil that I have been using over the past couple of weeks.  Again, can't recommend enough using good products on the skin instead of all of the chemical filled junk found in the health and beauty departments at the stores.  I know there are some good ones out there, but they are so few and far between it is really difficult to find them!!

This is a product of Morocco.  This is 100% pure Organic Argan Oil, cold pressed -- nothing added --- nothing subtracted!!  Can't get much better than that.  

It soaks in very well and leaves no greasy feeling -- at least on my horribly dry skin.  Makes my skin feel very soft.  I really like using the Argan oil!!

I have not used this in my hair - because unless I was laying out and using it then, my hair is just too fine to ever put an oil in to "wear" -- Doesn't work for us blondes!!  I am anxious to try this on my hair while laying out though -- I think it would do wonders.

Check out their website here

It comes in an amber glass bottle with a glass eye dropper.  I like when my skin care products are packaged in glass bottles -- just my preference!!

EVAO sent me a 2 oz bottle to try in exchange for my honest review and opinion.  I want to thank them for the opportunity as I have really enjoyed using this product and I am happy to recommend it to others!!

Camellia Oil - 100% pure by Beauty Oils Co. - #beautyoils

Hi Guys!!  We have another gorgeous day today!!  Hot, but gorgeous!!

Today I am sharing with you another skin product that I really like.  I had never used Camellia oil previously to trying this so this is the only one I have ever used.  I like it!

Similar to Argan oil it makes my skin feel really soft.  It soaks in right away and leaves no greasy feeling on my skin.

The older I get the more careful I try to be about what I put on my skin.  When I buy a skincare product from the store and cannot pronounce half of the ingredients I know I must be putting some forms of poison on my skin which of course soaks into my body.

If you like a scented skin oil you will need to add your own scent.  This smells like oil.  It doesn't leap off the page at you, but yeah if you smell the bottle you will notice it has a definite oil smell to it.  Makes sense -- it is an oil.

100% pure -- cold pressed.

It comes in a plastic amber colored bottle with a pop up cap.  I found it very easy to control.  It is a thicker oil.

I found this quote on the internet (not the companies website) -- Camellia Seed Oil is an excellent anti-oxidant. It protects the skin from free radical damage - one of the best kept secrets in the cosmetic and hair care industry.  With all of the chemicals and stuff in everything now a days I think it is good to head back to the basics!!

Check out their website here to learn more about their company 

The following information I have cut and pasted from their website.....

A Japanese beauty secret for centuries, camellia oil, or tsubaki oil, is gaining recognition in the Western world for its nourishing benefits on the skin and hair.  Naturally rich in omega-9 fatty acids, polyphenols, vitamin E, and plant collagen and proteins, camellia oil easily penetrates and moisturizes the skin without clogging pores. BEAUTYOILS.CO 100% Pure Camellia Oil is cold-pressed to ensure optimal quality and effectiveness.  Comes with a convenient press-top cap dispenser.
Ingredients
100% Camellia Seed Oil (Camellia Oleifera).
Directions
As a nourishing moisturizer: apply 1-2 drops to areas prone to dry skin and fine lines.
As a natural leave-in conditioner: rub 1-2 drops between the fingertips, then gently apply, starting from the middle of the hair, down to the ends.

You can find it here on Amazon

Beauty Oils Co sent me a 2 oz bottle to try in exchange for my opinion.  I really like this oil -- have had no negative effects from it and can definitely recommend!!

UNI 100% Pure from Morocco Argan Oil Review #argan

Hi Guys!!  Wow!  It has been a crazy couple of weeks!!  I have been crazy busy -- which is good.  I don't think I have been this busy since we stopped the shows.  I like being busy though -- it just makes a little tougher squeezing everything into my schedule.

I wanted to share this oil with you though that I have been trying out for the last couple of weeks.  I like it.  My skin likes it!!  My skin is so dry it just soaks it right up.

It is 100% Argan Oil from Morroco.  Made by UNI.  Click here to check out their website 

It is in a dark amber bottle with a glass eye dropper.  I have not used it in my hair, but I love the way it feels on my skin.  I am still wanting to try it on my skin and lay out in the sun with it.  I think I would like it for a Sun Oil!!  However that is still on my "To Do" list!!

It is cold pressed and certified organic.  I like to add some essential oils to it, because it is fragrance free.  There is a slight smell to it, but I really can't place it.  It is not unpleasant - I just like it mixed with essential oils.

This is a great option for those out there that don't like to put all of the chemicals on your skin.  This is the good stuff!!

UNI sent me a 2 oz bottle to try in exchange for my opinion. I definitely recommend!!  I really like it!!  Even though it is an oil it leaves my skin with a soft feeling rather than a greasy feeling.

 Check it out!!

Garcinia Cambogia Supreme 85% HCA Enhanced Review #lifefood

Today I am going to share with you my review on Garcinia Cambogia Supreme by Life & Food.

I have been taking this for about two weeks although there were a couple of days that I was so busy it totally slipped my mind.  I was taking 2 tablets a day.  I really wanted this to work, but so far I have not noticed a difference in the way I feel.

Maybe I need to take it a bit longer and I will continue with the rest of the bottle to see how it goes -- maybe things will change.

Here is what the company states in their advertisement

Using only premium quality extracts containing hydroxycitric acid (HCA) produced from choice Indian and Asian Garcinia Cambogia fruit rind of the highest quality possible. Studies show HCA in Garcinia can help inhibit glucose absorption as well as promote a balanced, lighter mood by boosting Serotonin levels without the jitters.

NO SOY, NO ADDITIVES, NO STIMULANTS, PURE QUALITY
Our products are sourced and tested to make sure they are of the HIGHEST quality and bio-availability in the market. Absolutely NO fillers, NO soy, WHEAT, eggs, fish, stimulants or any additives.

This product is stimulant free and also promote a balanced, lighter mood by boosting Serotonin levels without giving you the jitters as some weight loss supplements do. Allergen-free, our product uses a vegetable capsule with no fillers or binders, mixing Garcinia Cambogia fruit rind with calcium and potassium for added absorption your body needs.

Made and manufactured in world class GMP certified facilities in the USA. This product is free of contaminants, fillers, binders, or toxins. Quality and safety are a primary focus for all Life & Food branded products.

Again -- I am hoping things will change for me as I continue with the rest of the bottle.  I had no negative reactions, from it, but I really noticed absolutely no difference taking it verses not taking it.  So right now I am still in the middle -- trying to decide.

I do appreciate Life& Food sending me a bottle to try for free in exchange for my review.

You can check them out for yourself here

Forlan Advanced Skincare Hyaluronic Acid Serum Review #ForlanHyaluronicAcidSerum

Today I am sharing with you Forlan Advanced Skincare Hyaluronic Acide Serum - Anti Aging Moisturizer, with vitamins A, C, D and E

I have been using this for about a week now.  No visible results yet, but I can say when I put this on there is a definite tightening feeling to my skin.  I don't personally notice a visible difference, but you can definitely feel it!!

You can purchase it on Amazon at their link here

I had no negative skin reactions but I did feel like I needed a moisturizer after using - I think due to the tightness feeling.  I am just not used to that - but it may be exactly what others are looking for.

Contains the following ingredients:

• Vitamin C dramatically improves your skin tone, retains moisture and improves your skin's elasticity.
• Vitamin A helps unclogs pores and boost collagen to speed cell production for sun damaged skin.
• Vitamin D conditions & moisturizes your skin and promotes rapid cell growth and healing while reversing free radical damage.
• Vitamin E a natural skin conditioner and anti-oxidant which keeps your skin hydrated and protected.
• Organic ingredients including Aloe Vera, Witch Hazel and Lavender Oil helps alleviate Acne, Psoriasis, Rosacea and other skin conditions.

The company has a 100% money back guarantee so it is a win win purchase!!

I was sent a bottle for free in exchange for my review.  I want to thank Forlan for the opportunity to try their serum and I will continue to use it. 

YALMEH Super Youth Eye Cream 15g 0.5 OZ, Eye Cream REVIEW #eyecream15USA

This is an eye cream that is supposed to lighten the dark circles under your eyes.  I have been using this for about 1 and 1/2 weeks.  I don't see any change in that area.  My eyes are still dark - LOL

However, this is really nice eye cream.  I had no negative reactions from it and it hydrates the eye area very nicely!!

You can check it out here

All Natural Ingredients 

Yalmeh's Super Youth Eye Cream Ingredients: Organic Herbal Infusion, Organic Aloe Barbadensis Leaf (Aloe), Jojoba Esters, Glycolic Acid, Hydroxyethyl Cellulose, Carrageenan Gum, Vitis Vinifera (Grapeseed Oil), Wildcrafted Camelia Sinensis (Green Tea), Organic Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice), Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM), Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose Oil), Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate (Vitamin C), Wildcrafted Euphrasia Officinalis (Eyebright), Calophyllum Inophyllum (Tamanu Oil), Wildcrafted Mahonia Aquifolium (Oregon Grape), Helichrysum Italicum (Helichrysum Essential Oil), Organic Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba Oil), Organic Rosa Canina (Rosehip Seed Oil), Squalane (olive oil based), Lactic Acid, Isopropyl Palmitate (Palm Oil), Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Kosher Vegetable Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Glucoside, Stearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Sodium Hydroxide, Ubiquinone (Coenzyme Q10), Phytic Acid, Phospholipids, Tocopheryl (Antioxidant), Lecithin, Pyrus Malus (Apple), Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon), Saccharum Officinarum (Sugar Cane), Dipeptide Diaminobutyroyl Benzylamide Diacetate (peptides), Cymbopogon Schoenanthus (Lemongrass), Butylene Glycol, Ascorbyl Palmitate (Vitamin C Palmitate), Acetyl Hexapeptide-3, Sclerotium Gum, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Xanthan Gum, Phenoxyethanol, Benzyl Alcohol and 1% Glycolic Acid.

While it is on the pricey side - it does appear this is going to last me a couple of months and if the results are good enough then it would be well worth the price.  As the old saying goes -- Time will tell!! 

I want to thank Yalmeh for sending me their eye cream and giving me the opportunity to try it in exchange for a review.

Go Pure 100% Pure Rosehip Oil Review #gopure

Here is another product that I received to try out from Go Pure.  So far I am impressed with their company.  I like the packaging on their products (glass bottles) and the eye droppers are also glass (a lot of companies are switching to plastic which would probably work fine with the Rosehip oil, but does not work well with essential oils. 

This is very hydrating.  It is cold pressed with no additives, fillers, fragrance or preservatives.  Can be used on the face, body hair and nails.

I have not used this on my hair, but have used it on my face and nails.  It soaks in very quickly.  I really like it.

I also used it mixed with a Radha tea tree oil on a rash that popped on Tim's back after he worked out in the yard and it cleared it right up.

Definitely another thumbs up!!  I again want to thank Go Pure for giving me the opportunity try their product in exchange for my review!!  Go check them out here!!

PS -- no these are not my referral links and I am not making any $$ by giving these reviews -- just sharing my personal opinion.

Radha Tea Tree Essential Oil Review #radhabeauty

I wanted to share with you the Radha Tea Tree Oil.  This is an essential oil with 100% Pure Melaleuca Alternifolia Oil (which is Tea Tree)

Anyone not familiar with this oil it is very good for killing fungus.It can be used for cleansing, purifying and invigorating (aromatherapy).  Can be used in baths, foot massages, inhalation, facial steaming (watch the eyes), compresses, spritzes.

Great natural rememdy to combat against lice, ringworm, cold sores and yeast infections.

Tim got a rash after working in the yard a couple of weeks ago.  I used this and mixed it with the Rose hip oil from this same company and used it on his back.  2 applications and it totally cleared it up.

It smells way different than the tea tree oil I am used to.  I usually purchase the NOW tea tree oil.  I have never like the smell of tea tree oil, but this one smells totally different.  It actually isn't bad.  The only thing is like when I was coating Tim's back I felt like I was putting a cleaner on his back.  It smelled like real strong Pine-Sol.

I actually really like this and can highly recommend!!  You can check it out here!! I want to thank Radha for sending me a bottle to try in exchange for my opinion.

Reach it Grab it - reacher grabber pick stick #reachergrabber

Ok, this is for all of you out there who are like me!!!  This is one handy little tool.  I am not to the age yet where it is difficult for me to lean over, but there are just some things I cannot reach!!!!!

I am short (5' 4.5") -- (notice I got to make sure and get that 1/2" posted on there) and I have Cathedral ceilings!!  Ugh!!

This is a handy little tool if you missed anything when you had the little step ladder stool out going around the room catching all the high spots!!!

I never thought I needed one, but I like it!!

As a double my little Dallas thinks this was made so that I didn't have to lean over to scratch his hips!!  He backs up against me when I have it so I can scratch him with it.  Yes!!  He thinks the world revolves around him and everything we bring in this house is to make him more comfortable!!

You can check it out here

This is made for picking things up off the ground so that you don't have to bend over.  I don't have problems bending over yet, just reaching high places so there is more than one use for this.

Measures approx 30" long and the opening is approx 4".  Rust proof aluminum body.

I want to thank Calibre products for the opportunity to try their reacher stick.  They sent me this tool in exchange for trying it out and giving my honest opinion.

I can see where this would be very useful to a LOT of people!!!!  I definitely recommend it.

Pratipad Multipurpose Silicone Pot Holder Review #pratipad

Hi guys -- sorry it has been so long here.  My young one has been under the weather so I have not made it on.  I have lots of items to share with you.

I love these!!  They are silicone hot pads.  You can use them to pull stuff out of the oven or just as a hot pad under the pan on the counter.

Non-skid - low to the surface so no unbalanced pans!!  Love it!!

These are actually not too bad!!  They are currently showing $8.99 and it says if you buy more than 1 set you save $5.00 -- that seems like a bargain to me!!

Just put quantity 2 in your cart and it will adjust your total down to $12.98 shipped when you go to check out and that is for 4 of them!!

They will outlast most of your hot pads because they have a lifetime warranty on them.  This is coming from the lady that has burn marks on her hot pads -- yep that's me!!!!  So maybe it won't outlast yours, but it will mine!!!!

I got my on Amazon -- you can check them out here

These are also multi-functional.  You can use them as a jar opener -- gives you that "extra grip".

I am so excited I got to try these out and share them with you.  Just another fun fun item to have handy and don't take up much space in my hot pad drawers because they are nice and thin.  They measure approx 7"x7" and a little over 1/8" thick.

The only cons I had with them are the little honey comb grooves were just a little bit tough to clean clay out of when my girls decided that would make a cool pattern on their design they were working on -- ha ha!!  It did come clean, but wasn't fun!!!!

I want to thank the company for giving me the opportunity to test their product for them.  I was given a set of hot pads in exchange for my honest review.

I definitely recommend!!

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My Keeshond Dog Dallas did his own review of these tasty tablets - Complete Dog Prebiotic and Probiotic High Potency Daily Digestive Support #DogProbiotic

I was excited when I got the opportunity for Dallas to try these tablets because he has so many skin issues -- and I am anxious to find something that he likes and will take without being bribed.

Here is a quote from the manufacturer

There’s Just One Problem…
Your dog may not stop “bugging” you to get more of these delicious treats!  We’ve formulated a tasty bacon cheesy flavor and unique chewable texture that will make your dog the envy of the neighborhood.  No powders or pills – just a simple tablet that will disappear the moment you present it to your dog.
Thanks to our LiveBac® technology, you don’t have to refrigerate the Complete Dog Prebiotic & Probiotic, but you may actually want to – just to keep these healthy treats out of your dog’s salivating sight!


Unfortunately I guess Dallas didn't think these tasted like Cheesy bacon.  He likes Cheese and He likes Bacon

Check out the video here!!

He readily took these when added to egg and a little canned dog food.

Have not noticed any changes in his skin condition yet, but I still have 1/2 a bottle left.


Here is another little bit of info from the manufacturer

You and Your Dog Deserve Only the Best
We can’t say it enough: we love dogs.  This is a first-class supplement that we are thrilled and proud to share only with true dog lovers like you.  Our Complete Dog Prebiotic & Probiotic is:

• 100% natural – no chemicals, preservatives, artificial flavors or colors
  Made entirely in the USA using human grade ingredients
  Designed for even the most sensitive eaters: no meat, chemicals, GMO, soy, yeast, wheat, or gluten
  Packed with a guaranteed 3 billion microorganisms per tablet
  Unique in combining probiotics with a clinically proven prebiotic (fructooligosacharrides)
  Simple to administer – once a day maintenance dose, twice a day therapeutic dose
  Appropriate for dogs and puppies

 I was given this bottle by Ample Nutrition in exchange for my honest opinion.  You can check out their website here

Based on my little man - he will not take these straight from the bottle :(

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Adeline Organic Eye Serum Review - #ADELINE

Another skin care review for all of you today.

This time it is for Adeline Organic Eye Serum.

I have already reviewed a couple of their other products and was very happy with them as well.

Pros

This one is used on the eyes. I had no discomfort, redness or burning. It makes the skin feel very soft and I also felt a tightening shortly after using the serum. I have been using it close to 2 weeks now.

While it is too early to see any dramatic results -- I do like the serum very well. It uses very little and I can see this bottle lasting at least a month maybe longer.

Here is a list of ingredients

Ingredients
Deionized Water, Glycerin, Glycerin*, Cucumber Extract, Xanthan Gum, Phenoxyethanol, Chamomile Extract, Eyebright Extract*, Potassium Sorbate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice*, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil*, Arctostaphylos Uva Ursi Leaf Extract*. *Organic

Cons

One ingredient I have concerns about is the Phenoxyethanol - click on this link for more information
Here is another link  -- while I personally do not know the harmful aspects and cannot guarantee that just because these sites have this posted that it is accurate information.  It just makes me concerned to put something like this on my skin.


I again want to thank the company who is a small family owned and operated company,  for graciously sending me a bottle to try in exchange for giving an honest review on their product.

 I would like to bring to light the use of the ingredient Phenoxyethanol!!  I would like to see companies steer away from ingredients like this that could pose possible health issues long term.  While I cannot vouch for the fact that it is a danger - just when I checked out the ingredients the 2 sites that I listed were just a couple out of a long list of articles.

I have used so many serums in the past that have burnt and stung my eyes leaving them red and watery, that I was very pleased when I had none of those reactions with this serum.  According to some sites the above ingredient does cause eye irritants which I had none, so I am not sure how much they actually use in this product.