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Thursday, November 14, 2013

Clairol Nice 'n Easy Root Touch-Up

I recently was able to try Clairol Nice 'n Easy Root Touch-Up for free because I am member of vocal point. Overall, I would recommend using this product. It is easy to use, provide fast results and allows you to go a longer period of time between fulling coloring your hair.  I included before an after photos. The only downside is that this product is somewhat expensive.



Sunday, October 27, 2013

Green Mountain Coffee Update





I have been using Green Mountain's new Three Continent Blend K-cups for about three weeks. I am glad I was able to try this new flavor for free because I am a BZZAGENT. For the last three weeks, I have been drinking this flavor for breakfast and with snacks at night. I enjoy having coffee with cookies at night. I like to drink this coffee for breakfast because I like how this coffee gives me energy in the morning. In addition, I like to have this coffee with a snack at night because it is a nice complement to my snack. I recently had some of this coffee with some peanut butter cookies.


I like that this flavor offers a bold taste. This flavor has a taste I like and has a nice aroma. For this reason, I would recommend trying this flavor from Green Mountain.

Furthermore, I feel good drinking this coffee because this brand is fair trade certified.  If you would like to learn more about fair trade, don't forget to check out the website ChooseFairTrade.com because it offers information about the benefits of buying Fair Trade Certified coffee.   On this site, I learned new information about fair trade. For example, I learned that fair trade supports the education of children in these farming communities. 


Monday, October 21, 2013

Dr. Scholl’s Active Series Insoles



I have recently tried Dr. Scholl's Active Series insoles for women. I received this product for free because I am member of Influenster. I like that these insoles offer more protection for the ball of my foot, arch and heel. I often have heel pain when I am active so I am glad that this product helps with this pain. They help relieve and prevent foot pain. These insoles are good to use when you are active or playing sports because they help reduce shock and foot pain. I have used them when running and when I am dancing. In addition, I like that it features SweatMax technology to prevent foot odor. Overall, I would recommend using Dr. Scholl's Active Series insoles when you are active. They are easy to add to your sneakers and really help with foot pain.

Tuesday, October 8, 2013

Green Mountain Coffee



I recently was able to try Green Mountain's new Three Continent Blend K-cups for free because I am a BZZAGENT. 
This new flavor combines coffee beans from South America, Africa, and Asia that give it a bold flavor. I enjoyed the overall taste and aroma.  I usually drink coffee for breakfast or have it with a snack at night. Today, I decided to have this coffee for breakfast today. This coffee helped energize me and had a taste I enjoyed.


In addition to be a great tasting product, I love that this coffee is fair trade certified. This means that the farmers that they employee are paid a fair wage for their work.  Green Mountain Coffee has even started the website ChooseFairTrade.com. This website offers information about the benefits of buying Fair Trade Certified coffee and you can even buy some of your favorite K-cup packs from this website.   On this site I learned new information about fair trade. For example, I learned that fair trade certification allows farmers to receive a fair price for their beans with a guaranteed minimum. This means that they are able to invest in their communities and their crops. This collaboration between Green Mountain Coffee and farmers allows us to receive the best tasting coffee.



On this website, I was also interested to learn that Kelly Clarkson took a trip to Peru to see first hand how fair trade positively impacts farming communities. On ChooseFairTrade.com, there are videos and journals that Kelly posted about her trip to Peru. You can even download her Fair Trade song on the site. Best of all, if you visit the Green Mountain Coffee Facebook page  , you can enter for a chance to win two tickets to see Kelly live in concert in New York City.

Wednesday, October 2, 2013

Tapbooty



I recently discovered a new app called Tapbooty. I am able to try this app on my iphone because I am a member of smiley360.  This app gives you cash through paypal and gift card rewards just for trying out free apps and winning social games. This sounds like a fun and easy to way to earn some extra money. For more information you can visit Tapbooty.



Wednesday, September 18, 2013

Chicago Fire



Today, I was able to sign up for exclusive access to on-going video (behind the scenes) footage for the drama Chicago Fire because I am a member of Smiley360. I was excited to receive access to extra video because I am a big fan of this show. I like how this show focuses on firefighters and paramedics of Chicago Firehouse 51. This show always has engaging story lines and I love the drama. I also like the characters on this show.

For more information on Chicago Fire on Youtube, you can visit:

Wednesday, July 24, 2013

AVEENO NOURISH+ DANDRUFF CONTROL Hair Care

I recently tried AVEENO NOURISH+ DANDRUFF CONTROL shampoo and conditioner for free because I am a member of Smiley360.com. I like how this line of products helps repair my scalp. It is supposed to help with dryness and itchiness. It is also is meant to repair dandruff. I feel that my scalp is less dry. I am not sure if it works on itchiness because I don't have this problem.  Also, I like that this shampoo and conditioner is all natural and improves the appearance of my hair.  My hair now looks smoother and has more body. My scalp is also less dry. However, the scent could be better.                            

For more information about AVEENO NOURISH+ DANDRUFF CONTROL hair care and smiley360 you can click on this link;

http://smiley360.com/1989931.cfm                                                                                      

Arm & Hammer Sensitive toothpaste



 I recently tried Arm & Hammer Sensitive toothpaste for free because I'm a member of Smiley360.com. I like that this toothpaste is from the makers of orajel and is good for people with sensitive teeth. I want to use a toothpaste that is gentle on my teeth. I also like that this is an anti-cavity and whitening toothpaste.  I want to protect my teeth from cavities and I want my teeth to stay white.  However, I told them that I have not noticed a difference in the whiteness of my teeth so far. Furthermore, I like that this toothpaste has a fresh mint flavor. The only thing I dislike is that the baking soda gives it a slightly salty flavor I don't like. 

For more information about this toothpaste and smiley360, you can click on this link: 
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Sunday, June 30, 2013

E&J XO Brandy Update

I have been using E&J XO Brandy for about a week now. I was able to try this brandy for free because I am a BZZAGENT. I really like the taste and quality of this brandy. I also like that it is versatile. I like that I can drink this brandy straight or in a mixed drink.

I have been trying some of the mixed drinks that E&J XO Brandy recommended. I have tried E&J and Ginger, E&J and Cola and E&J XO and Fizz. The E&J and Ginger contains ginger ale, lime juice and brandy. The E&J cola includes cola, lime and brandy. The E&J XO Fizz contains strawberries, simple syrup and moscato spumante champagne. I like the Fizz cocktail the best. I like that this cocktail has strawberries and and champagne. I love fruity drinks and it tastes really good. For more cocktail ideas, you can visit:  https://www.facebook.com/pages/EJ-Brandy-VSOP/37217052115?fref=ts

Also, I have tried drinking this brandy straight. It goes well with many meals.


Sunday, June 23, 2013

f'real Drinks


Since I'm a member of Smiley360.com, I was able to try f'real drinks for free. This site allows me to qualify to try brands for free in exchange for sharing my authentic feedback. For this campaign, I tried their strawberry banana smoothie and it was delicious. I like that it is made with real fruit. It has real strawberries and bananas and contains skim milk. Also,this flavor has no saturated fat or cholesterol. It is a healthy drink.  Overall, I would recommend f'real drinks. I plan to try additional smoothie flavors and try their milkshakes.

http://smiley360.com/1932117.cfm

Saturday, June 22, 2013

E&J XO Brandy

I recently tried E&J XO Brandy for free because I am a BZZAGENT. This company has a rich history and is an award winning brandy. For this reason, I was excited to try this product. I like that this brandy is aged in oak barrels for a minimum of 2 years to make it extra smooth. Also, it is distilled from the wine of three California grapes (French Colombard, Grenache and Barbera). This creates a light and sweet taste.  I really like the flavor of this brandy. It had light, sweet and refreshing taste that I found rewarding. It has a hint of toffee, vanilla, brown sugar and maple flavors. I especially liked the maple flavor. The blend of flavors tasted really good. 

Furthermore, I like that this is a versatile product. You can drink this brandy straight or in a cocktail. I like the suggested cocktails that E&J recommends. Some of the recommended cocktails are E&J and Ginger, E&J and Cola and E&J XO and Fizz. The E&J and Ginger contains ginger ale, lime juice and brandy. The E&J cola includes cola, lime and brandy. The E&J XO Fizz contains strawberries, simple syrup and moscato spumante champagne. My personal favorite is the the Fizz cocktail. I like that this cocktail has strawberries and and champagne. It tastes delicious. For more cocktail ideas, you can visit:  https://www.facebook.com/pages/EJ-Brandy-VSOP/37217052115?fref=ts
Overall, I would definitely recommend trying this product. The taste and quality is excellent. 

Monday, June 17, 2013

Filippo Berio Extra Virgin Olive Oil Update


I have now been using Filippo Berio  Extra Virgin Olive oil for about 2 weeks. I was able to try Filippo Berio  Extra Virgin Olive Oil for free because I am a BZZAGENT.  I am using this product in place of other cooking oils because of the health benefits this oil offers. I am continuing to use this olive oil to bake, fry and grill chicken, turkey and seafood meals.  I am also using it in place of butter and mayonnaise whenever I can.  I have also used this olive oil to make fried chicken,  as a dipping sauce for my Italian bread and on my turkey hoagies this past week.  I included pictures of these meals.






Again, I really like the taste and quality of this olive and I will definitely continue to use this product. It adds a rich flavor to many of my meals and it is healthy to consume often.  This product is excellent for your heart and lowering your cholesterol. For more information on the health benefits of extra virgin olive oil, you can visit filippoberio.com .  

Broadway Nails imPRESS Press-on Manicure


I recently tried Broadway Nails imPRESS Press-on Manicure Nicole Scherzinger Signature Series. I was able to try this product for free for testing and review purposes from Influenster. This manicure set features advanced nail technology that allows you to get a salon type manicure in seconds. Overall, it is easy to apply. You just peel off and press on your nails. These nails last for about a week. Also, these nails are easy to remove. This manicure set includes 24 nails and comes with a prep pad. I like the blue/purple nails included. I like the color and design. However, I don't like the orange nails included. Overall, I would recommend this product. It is easy to use and most of the designs/colors this brand offers are stylish and pretty. For more information on this product, you can visit http://impressmanicure.com/

Schwarzkopf Professional OSiS+


I was able to try Schwarzkopf Professional OSiS+  Rough Rubber Paste for free for testing and review purposes from Influenster.  This line of products also comes in gelastic, shape, dust it, buff, 4-play, mess up and g-force.

Schwarzkopf Professional OSiS+  Rough Rubber Paste is meant to add texture to your hair. It helps create a strong remouldable hold and a matte roughed up texture. Also, it is not supposed to leave any residue behind in your hair. For hair styling tips, I would recommend using this product on dry hair and only apply a small amount. You do not need to use a lot to add texture to your hair. Overall, I thought this product was okay. I thought it was a little messy to use and I did not think it made my hair look much better. I think this product might be better for people with lots of layers in their hair.

For more information on this new line of products you can visit: http://www.schwarzkopf-professionalusa.com/  Also, you can check out a youtube video from them at http://www.youtube.com/user/Apassionforhair

Secret Outlast Clear Gel

I recently was able to try Secret Outlast Clear Gel for free. I received this deodorant complimentary from Influenster. I like how this product is supposed to provide 48 hours of protection from odor and wetness. This deodorant is not supposed to leave white marks on your clothes. This deodorant is designed to stick to your skin and not rub off on your clothes. It also contains ingredients that make it dry fast.

Overall, I would definitely recommend this product. It provides excellent odor and wetness protection and it does dry really quick. I like that this product contains odor-absorbing microcapsules that activate when you really need them, such as hot weather or stress. Furthermore, the pH of Secret Outlast decreases odor-causing bacteria. I also like that it does not like leave white marks on my clothes like other deodorants and it has a light scent that I like. The only downside is that sometimes too much deodorant comes out at once when you turn the dial.

It is really nice to use a deodorant that does not leave ugly white marks on your clothes. I like how Secret talks about the difficulties of white marks from deodorant by creating a cool video naming the moves we try to do to avoid white marks on our clothes. You should check out the video The ‘Deo Dance,’ starring Bravo star, Jenni Pulos on Youtube.

Tastykake Kandy Bar Kakes


Recently, I was able to try Tastykake Kandy Bar Kakes for free from Influenster for testing and review purposes. These Kandy Bar Kakes come in three flavor varieties including S'mores, Peppermint, and Peanut Butter flavor. I was able to try the S'mores flavor. These cakes are supposed to contain light and fluffy cake that is wrapped in chocolate and contains a créme filling based on a candy flavor.

Overall, I thought the Tastykake Kandy Bar Kakes in S'mores were just okay. The cake was a little too dry for me. It was not as light and fluffy as I expected. However, I did not like the taste of the chocolate and creme filling. The chocolate had a rich and sweet taste that I like and the creme was rich, sweet and creamy. I just feel that the cake part of these bars could be improved. I would prefer a more moist cake. For the chocolate and creme taste, I would recommend this bar. However, if you prefer a real moist cake, this product might not be for you.

For more information on this line of products from Tastykake, you can visit http://www.tastykake.com/

Friday, June 7, 2013

Filippo Berio Extra Virgin Olive Oil





I was able to try Filippo Berio  Extra Virgin Olive Oil for free because I am a BZZAGENT.  I am using this product in place of other cooking oils because it is so much more healthy than other cooking oils. I also often use this product in place of butter since it is healthier. Olive oil is a very versatile product.  I use this olive oil to bake, fry and grill chicken, turkey and seafood meals.  I have used this olive oil in many of my Italian meals as well. It adds a great flavor to my tomato sauce.  In addition, I love to use this olive oil as a dipping sauce for my Italian bread. The olive oil along with some herbs adds a good flavor to my bread. This olive oil also tastes really good on the turkey hoagies I make. I included a picture of how I use this olive oil to fry my meats in and a picture of homemade Italian sauce I made with this olive oil. 




Furthermore, this olive oil offers so many health benefits. I love that this product is low in saturated fat, has no cholesterol, and is high in monounsaturated fat, polyunsaturated fat and Omega-3 polyunsaturated. This product is excellent for your heart and lowering your cholesterol. I try to eat healthy and this product fits in perfectly with my diet. For more information on the health benefits of extra virgin olive oil, you can visit filippoberio.com .

The taste and quality of this olive is excellent and I will definitely continue to use this product. It has a rich and flavorful taste that I love. It adds the right amount of flavor to many of my meals. I like that this brand has a long heritage of making high quality olive oil products. I also love that it is healthy to consume often.