Saturday, August 29, 2015

My Top 10: Favorite Movie Sequels

I already admitted that I love movies here so I have watched A LOT and wanted to share some of my favorite movie sequels. This is not to say that I didn't like the 1st movie at all, but I preferred the 2nd over the 1st. I thought it would be helpful to include the trailers for those who haven't watched the movies yet.

Let me know in the comments below what your favorite movie (sequels) are!

1. The Fox and the Hound 2
Watch the full version here



2. Bambi 2


3. Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian


4. Cars 2   


5. Ice Age: Continental Drift


6. Happy Feet 2


7. Hunger Games: Catching Fire


8. Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2

9. Rio 2

10. How to Train Your Dragon 2

Saturday, August 22, 2015

Influenster Sunshine Voxbox Reviews!

Here are my thoughts on 3 of the products I received and tried so far in the Sunshine Voxbox thanks to Influenster. To see what else I got in this box, please go here.

You can click on the images to enlarge them. Click the bold product names for more info. on that specific product or to purchase. If you would like to join Influenster to try free goodies, please join here

Disclaimer: I received these free products complimentary from Influenster for testing purposes.  

 

This was my first time trying a spray on lotion. I like to moisturize my entire body so I used this after showering on clean skin. The cap is the twistable kind that can lock which is good so accidental sprays can be avoided. When you spray the product, it is thin/watery and comes out white, but the color isn't an issue since you have to rub the product into the skin. It has the "typical" aloe vera smell that other products that claim to have this ingredient also have (hope that made sense). Just like this product claims, the lotion is absorbed quickly into the skin without any greasy or sticky feeling on the body. This type of spray on lotion is good for hard to reach areas like on your back. My only issue is that I feel like this product won't last long like a typical lotion because product does go elsewhere along with on the body. However, overall this is a great product that I recommend and would purchase again!


This was my first time trying a leave in conditioner simply because regular conditioners are good enough on my hair. I used this after shampooing and conditioning and applied some product on wet hair after towel drying for a few minutes. This product has a light scent and smells nice, which a few family members have commented on. My hair doesn't get frizzy, but this product did make my hair feel softer that with just regular conditioner. I like that there are no sulfates in this product which I try to avoid for the most part in hair care products. Overall, a good product worth trying if you are into leave in hair treatments.

 

These are standard size wipes that are big enough for the entire face. I feel like the whole wipe isn't necessary unless you are removing makeup so these can be easily ripped in half. These have raised circles that might be for exfoliating or just to help in the cleaning process. I love that there are only 4 ingredients (the less the better)! These have a scent which I am guessing is the witch hazel. I haven't used these to remove makeup yet, but I do like to freshen up my oily skin with one of these wipes. The best part?! These don't burn my eyes! I have tried a bunch of face wipes from different brands (some are reviewed here) and my number one problem with wipes is that some burn my eyes. These don't!

Saturday, August 15, 2015

Pinch Me Box and Target Beauty Box

 
Sorry that every other post lately has been an "unboxing", but if you don't mind getting ideas of where to get some affordable/ free goodies, then enjoy! In this post, I will just be going over all the products I received which you may see some future reviews on ;)

Disclaimer: I received the Pinch Me box for free in return for honest reviews however, I paid for the Target box myself. I am not being paid for my opinions. Post does not contain any affiliate links. 

Pinch Me
I have mentioned Pinch Me before on this blog so if you would like to see what I have received from PM in the past, please go here. If you would like me to send you an invite, please leave your email address in the comments below and I will send an invite your way!

How PM Works
LET US GET TO KNOW YOU
Answer a series of questions about your household and shopping habits in the Member Profile. We'll learn what you like and offer samples just for you.
 
YOU CHOOSE THE SAMPLES YOU WANT US TO SEND
Pick samples you are eager to try. We'll ship your box full of samples directly to you for free.
 
TELL US WHAT YOU THINK
Once you've had a chance to try your samples, complete a short feedback survey to tell us what you think of the samples. We'll let the brands know your thoughts.

Summer’s Eve Lavender Night-time Cleansing Cloths and Cleansing Wash
 
N°7 Protect & Perfect Advanced Serum
 
WATER BLOCK PLUS® Clear BAND-AID® Brand
 
DenTek Comfort Clean Floss Picks
 
Scotch-Brite® Extreme Scrub Sponge
 
ACT® Advanced Care™ Plaque Guard™ Mouthwash
 
GOLD BOND® Ultimate Healing Lotion
 
Gevalia Iced Coffee with Almond Milk
 
Target Beauty Box ($35 Value) sold for $7     
I think this is just a bonus box and not part of Target's seasonal boxes. Either way, I'm glad I got a box before they sold out! I have received a few other beauty boxes from Target in the past which I have blogged about, so if you would like to see some of those goodies, please go here, and here. To keep an eye on the next Target box, you can check back at http://www.target.com/c/beauty-box-ways-to-shop/-/N-54wll I definitely plan to get more of these boxes!!
 
A list of all the products and a coupon!
 
Olay Active Botanicals Day Lotion
A lightweight formula with hydra-complex and snow mushroom that hydrates your skin for up to 24 hours.
 
Olay Active Botanicals Moisturizing Toner
This non-drying toner removes excess dirt and oil, leaving your skin soft and fresh.
 
Crest 3D Whitestrips 1hr Express
These non-slip strips are packed with enamel-safe whitening agents to remove years of stains.
 
Fekkai Pré-Soleil Hair Mist
A pre-sun spray that helps protect your hair from sun damage while also boosting shine.

Hair Food Moisturizing Mask (Full Size)
This deep-cleansing mask removes dulling residues to reveal luster and shine.

CoverGirl Super Sizer Mascara by Lashblast (Full Size)
Get up to 400% fuller lashes with the unique load and comb brush.

Friday, August 7, 2015

Current Skincare Routine


I wanted to do a post on my current skincare routine to share some products that I have been using on my face for a while and what I think of them. For reference, I get oily on my T zone within a few hours while the rest of my face is either dry or normal. I also have lot of discoloration thanks to acne (due to stress). I have noticed, as well as others, that the discoloration has been fading to the point that from a distance, my skin looks almost clear. I have been using all of these for at least a month, some even longer. None of these products have broken me out and like anything, you need to be patient and consistent to see results. These are just my thoughts and experience, but I hope this helps someone :)

You can click the images to enlarge them. For more info. on any of these products or to purchase, please go here.

Disclaimer: I was not sent any of these products for free. Everything mentioned was purchased by me. I am not being paid for my opinions. These are all of my honest opinions. Post does contain affiliate links.

"Daily"
I don't use these products mentioned below in this exact order, just what products I think my skin needs at the time. I don't use all of these every day either, so they are not technically "daily" products, but I use them enough times in the week to be more than just once or twice a week products.

I have been washing my face using a sample of Philosophy Purity Made Simple 3 in 1 Cleanser for face and eyes. I use it to wash my face in the morning, to take off makeup, or to wash my face before bed. This doesn't make my skin feel really dry and this takes off makeup almost completely! My only complaint is the smell, but I do recommend this cleanser for the face.

For more info. on this products or to purchase, please go here.

For my sunscreen/ moisturizer, I use a sample of Purlisse Pur Protect Essential Daily Moisturizer with spf 30. I like that this is light on the skin, it doesn't leave a white color on my face, and it also doesn't have a strong sunscreen scent. Favorite sunscreen + moisturizer I've used so far!

For more info. on this products or to purchase, please go here.

I use CeraVe Facial Moisturizing Lotion PM as a moisturizer without sunscreen. It does moisturize, is lightweight, and doesn't have a strong scent. One pump is enough for my face, so this bottle will last a long time.

For more info. on this products or to purchase, please go here.

When I want to hydrate my skin but don't want to use a serum or moisturizer throughout the day or before bed, I use Cococare 100% Natural Almond Oil. My skin does get oily, but when I still fell like my face needs some love, I like to use this natural oil. Almond oil benefits the skin and since it is natural, it doesn't hurt to try! This has little to no scent and makes my skin feel soft and look better within a few hours. I use about 5 drops for my entire face, but you can use how much you feel you need.

For more info. on this products or to purchase, please go here.

After cleansing my face at night or taking a shower, I use this Caudalie Vinoperfect Radiance Serum that I bought in a set which I mentioned here. I have been using this for a little more than 3 months. It has a dropper and I use 4 drops for my entire face. I am heavy handed so 4 drops might be a little too much but you can use less. I like the light scent and I think this is helping my skin look better overall. I don't like that it sits on the skin and is noticeable compared to the Ole Henrikson serum I tried and mentioned here. This is also pricey, so I don't think it is reasonable to purchase one of these every 3-4 months or so. However, if you don't mind investing in your skin and are looking for a serum, I would suggest trying this one out.

For more info. on this products or to purchase, please go here.

I have used about 3 other eye creams in the past and this Caudalie Premier Cru The Eye Cream has been the only one that doesn't burn my eyes! You only need a small amount so this will last a long time and it has a slight scent, but it doesn't bother me. I have been using this for a little more than 3 months just like the serum above. Does it help with lightening my dark circles? I haven't noticed much of a difference to be honest, but since it came in the set that I mentioned in my post here I thought I would try it.

For more info. on this products or to purchase, please go here.

Weekly
I try to use the products below at least once a week.

I have been using my Personal Micro Derm that I bought during my Black Friday 2014 haul for over 7 months. I love this product for my face and really believe it has been helping my skin. This basically exfoliates the top layer of skin so products work better. I like to use serums or oils after "vacuuming" my face every Friday after I shower. This doesn't hurt and it hasn't damaged my skin. It is an investment, but if you get it on sale or with a discount code and really put this to use, I think this product is worth getting. I have repurchased a few replacement heads already and will continue to use this product as long as possible. Highly recommend!

For more info. on this product or to purchase, please go here.

For almost 2 months, I have been using Derma Logi's Derma Roller that I got on Amazon. This creates microscopic damage to the skin so the skin repairs itself quicker, which is good for people like me who want to get rid of discoloration from acne. I use this on clean skin (after I shower) and roll it on my face in a few different directions back and forth. Then I follow it up with a serum or oil, just like after using my PMD. Since I don't want to hurt my skin with too many gadgets, I try to use this 3-4 days before/after using my PMD. Derma rolling looks painful, but really isn't if you don't roll too hard. You can feel the micro needles, but as long as you follow the directions, nothing should go wrong.

For more info. on this product or to purchase, please go here.

I have been making a do it yourself (DIY) honey and oats mask/scrub for over a  year. There are benefits to both honey and oats which can be found online so I decided to mix the two and leave it on my face as a mask for about an hour and take off as a scrub. Blend the oats first to make a powder with no big chunks. Add 1 spoon of honey and 1 spoon of the blended oats on a clean plate/bowl and mix. This should be enough for the entire face, but if it looks a little dry after mixing the two well, just add a little more honey. I tie my hair back and use my hands to put this mixture on. The honey will get warm on the skin and will run down the face so make sure to keep something under your face that can be washed and you don't mind getting stuff on. Gently scrub your face with water in circular motions to get all the mixture off and towel dry. Make sure you take this off over a sink and don't clog your drain! You will be left with clean, soft, and bright skin after each use.

For more info. on these products or to purchase, please go here.

Other

I still use Clean and Clear Persa Gel 10 for spot treatment occasionally. I wrote about this in my Drugstore Beauty Basics Bundle Review #2

For more info. on this products or to purchase, please go here.

Saturday, August 1, 2015

Walmart Summer 2015 Beauty Box

 
I got my 4th beauty box from Walmart! To learn more about how you can get your own beauty boxes from Walmart and how the subscription service works, go to https://beautybox.walmart.com/

To find out what I got in my Fall, Winter, and Spring beauty boxes, please go to
http://theskyisthelimitsf.blogspot.com/2015/07/walmart-and-target-spring-2015-boxes.html
http://theskyisthelimitsf.blogspot.com/2014/12/walmart-winter-2014-beauty-box.html
http://theskyisthelimitsf.blogspot.com/2014/10/walmart-and-target-beauty-boxes.html

Disclaimer: I was not sent any of these products for free. I am not being paid for my opinions. Everything mentioned was purchased by me. Post does not contain any affiliate links.

Like always, this card lets us know what season box we received.

Neutrogena Healthy Skin Boosters Facial Cleanser
This is my 2nd sample of the same cleanser. I haven't tried it yet, but definitely plan to.

Aveeno Protect and Hydrate Sunscreen Lotion with SPF 30 + $2 off coupon
A nice sample to find the perfect sunscreen that doesn't give a white cast or smell too heavily of sunscreen.

Simple Micellar Cleansing Water + $2 off coupon
I have wanted to try this cleansing water from the drugstore since these products have been all the rage on YouTube. But, the sample given is pathetic to be honest. I don't see how this packet could have enough product inside to try. At least I can use the coupon to try this cleansing water!
 
One Direction You and I perfume sample
This has a sweet scent. Not bad but I'm not in love.
 
Rimmel Show Off Matte Lip Velvet in Meteoric Matte
I love this color on my lips. Now I just need an occasion to wear this to!

 
Vaseline Intensive Care Healing Serum with Pure Cocoa Butter
This has a strong scent but if it does anything good for my skin, I can overlook the smell.