8/27/14

Niacinamide B3 Facial Cream

Details:  Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) Serum by InstaNatural is a great skin product. Not only that but is helps fight against acne, has skin lightening benefits, helps with hyperpigmentation, and firms and plumps the skin.  If you are looking for a more youthful appearance, clearer, smoother and brighter skin, you will want to be sure to order your Niacinamide Serum from Amazon today.
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This products works.  If you don't feel it does you will get your money back.  They back their products with a Lifetime hassle-free money back guarantee, no matter where you buy their product.  There is absolutely no risk.  If you are not completely satisfied, simply contact the company, and they will give you a full refund no questions asked.  Their number 1 priority is to make sure you are completely happy.

Review:  In using this serum, you would first wash and tone your face.  You may apply Vitamin C serum, then apply the Niacinamide Serum.  Apply using upward and circular motions.  This is a great anti-wrinkle exercise.  Follow up with a moisturizing oil such as argon oil, or your favorite moisturizing cream.  You only need a pea size drop of serum (it's more like a lotion rather than a liquid serum).

I couldn't believe how fast I saw results with this product.  I feel like I can honestly say I noticed a difference the first day.  It was wonderful.  My skin didn't appear as blotchy and red like it normally does.  I must admit, I do forget to add the moisturizing cream after application.  My base makeup does help with that, however.

After a week, I noticed my skin was more plump and firm (hint~less wrinkle lines on face).  I love this stuff.  Now, I'm not saying I'm wrinkle free, but hey, my husband says I look like my daughter now, which is a great compliment. Please note: our daughter doesn't have any wrinkles, but my face did appear more youthful than it has done.

This product can be tolerated by all skin types, and it gets absorbed quickly.  If you want to speed up your anti-aging routine to diminish wrinkles, or if you are looking for a wonderful skin care product, be sure to order your Niacinamide Serum by InstaNatural today.

Pros: Noticed a difference the first day I used this product.  Less redness and blotchiness that first day.  Less wrinkles due to plumping and firming of skin the longer I use it.  Nice and creamy.  Doesn't take much.

Cons:  None.

My Rating:  A Big Thumbs Up!!!

Disclaimer: I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

8/26/14

Facial Moisturizer with Dead Sea Minerals

Details:  Adovia Mineral Skin Care is a daytime moisurizing cream made with minerals from the Dead Sea, aloe vera and chamomile.  They combine natural ingredients with modern science to formulate the best product nature has to offer.  Their mineral based products work to restore your skin's natural inner balance, allowing it to renew and rebuild itself.  It improves your skin's ability to regain it's natural moisture and better retain it's moisture levels.  This product is made in Israel. Mineral Skin Care is hypoallergenic, dermatologist tested and approved.  Order your Mineral Skin Care by Adovia from Amazon.

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Review:  I love lotions and moisturizing creams of all kinds.  This product was superb.  It is nice and creamy. I have expected it to leave my face with a trace of dried salt, having been made with water from the Dead Sea.  I, in fact, have had softer more supple skin since using Adovia's Mineral Skin Care.  I started by using it every morning and night.  I decided that I just want to use their cream at night.  It isn't greasy at all, but lately, our weather has been full of rain and high humidity, and I'm constantly washing my face.  Therefore, I've decided to just use this at night until our weather changes.

I also slather some of the cream on my hands before going to bed as well.  I'm finding I need less lotion during the day after using this mineral moisturizing cream.  It is white, soft and fluffy, but not so fluffy you think you're only getting air. The moisturizing cream is quickly absorbed.  When I was using this during the day, my skin seemed to have a natural glow or shine, without it looking greasy.


My skin has not broken out by using it, it actually looks better.  I really like like using this.

Pros:  Really does what it says, allows my skin to retain it's natural moisture and makes my skin glow.  Not greasy.  Very moisturizing.

Cons:  None.

My Rating:  A Big Thumbs Up!!!

Disclaimer: I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

8/22/14

Derma Roller

The Petunia Skincare Derma Microneedle Roller contains 540 very fine medical grade stainless steel needles.  It comes with a 30 day money back guarantee.  Derma Rollers aid in forming firmer and thicker skin. They help smooth facial scars, stimulate collagen and elastin production, help remove stretch marks and scars.  The Derma Roller also aids in diminishing the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines.  It can be used on any part of the skin.  It creates multi micro-channels in the skin, allowing products more able to penetrate the skin at a deeper level than just surface application. The Derma Roller by Petunia Skincare has 1.00mm 540 Needles.

Derma Roller
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Review:  The following caught my attention when reading about the Derma Roller from Petunia Skincare:

Tired of wrinkles and those unsightly acne scars and stretch marks? How about attaining a tighter skin?   Do You Suffer From the Following Problems?:

~ Superficial acne scarring
~ Deep scars and stretch marks
~ Sagging skin
~ Wrinkles and fine lines
~ Cellulite
~ Large pores
~ Hyperpigmentation
~ Lax Skin & Elasticity

Since I suffer from the majority of problems from that list I thought this would be an interesting product to try.  For the last two weeks I have focused solely on my face.  I have wrinkles that are getting deeper around my mouth.  I don't want to look old yet. So I began using this.

I first wash my face, tone my face, apply Vitamin C Serum, then a facial moisturizer.  THEN...I begin my Derma Roller Treatments.  I focus on a once inch square on my face (the ones with the deep wrinkles.) I roll up and down 10 times each direction forming an X pattern.  Then I roll up and down in the middle of the X 10 times.  After that I move on to the next wrinkle and repeat.  I even do this by my eyes.

One does not have to push very hard, yet it is recommended to push hard enough to make your face red. Some recommend a numbing cream.  I have pushed hard enough to draw blood, and have skipped that section until it healed, before going back over it.  That being said, below is listed the proper way to use a Derma Roller, taken from HubPages.

Procedure:
  • Before using your derma roller, wash your skin with a good, antibacterial cleanser.
  • Rinse the cleanser off thoroughly. Dab your skin with a towel until dry.
  • If using a numbing cream, apply it to your face after towel drying. Apply more than one application to better numb the area, allowing the ointment to fully seep into your skin before each application.
  • Once the numbing cream has activated, repeat steps one and two.
  • Use the derma roller in horizontal and vertical motions, similar to the technique found in the video. Whenever you want to do another area, lift up the derma roller instead of dragging it to the next location.
  • Once you've completed rolling, rinse your face with the antibacterial cleanser. Pat dry. Apply your Vitamin C serum (or Hyaluronic Acid, to hydrate your skin-recommended).
  • Apply optional coconut oil.
Note: Before rolling, always check the needles to make sure they aren't dull. If your needle appears dull, you should replace the derma roller. After rolling, always clean your roller. 
How often/How Long to Use a Derma Roller
Some package instructions may say to use the product once or twice a week. This is not necessary, and not advised. The needles do puncture the skin, which means the skin needs time to heal. You can use your derma roller once a month, but it's recommended to use it once every 40 days. If you use the smallest needles, you can get away with using it daily or weekly.
How long should one treatment last? This is a very good question, but it varies for everyone. There should be no fixed time. However long it takes you to go over the affected area one time is how long it takes one treatment. Make sure to read and re-read the process of derma rolling in this article until you're confident enough to use the product.
Derma Roller

Despite the fact that I didn't do it quite correctly these last two weeks, I have seen positive results.  My deep wrinkles around my mouth started to lessen and fade away. I was very impressed.  Unfortunately, when I had a night where I didn't sleep at all, I think all of those wrinkles came back heavy and strong.  Now that I know how to correctly use this product, I will post results later.
Overall, I believe this is a great product, and will continue to use it.  
Pros:  Did notice a difference in wrinkles around my mouth diminishing.  I like how my skin feels invigorated afterwards.

Cons: Instructions were very minimal.  It can be painful.

My Rating: Thumbs Up for working, Thumbs Down for pain and lack of complete instructions
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Derma Roller

Disclaimer: I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

8/21/14

Ultimate Omega 3


Details:  Nordic Naturals provides a double-strength EPA plus DHA for increased omega 3 benefits.  They come in a soft gel capsule.  They support a healthy heart.  EPA and DHA provide therapeutic support for both body and mind.  Ultimate Omega delivers more omega-3's per serving than most products.

Ultimate Omega 3
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Review:  When I first opened the bottle I was taken back by the giant size of these soft gels.  On the contrary, I was also surprised by the lack of "fishy" taste or any kind of after taste from these soft gels.  It claims there is a great lemon taste to these, but I haven't noticed any taste at all.  The suggested serving is 2 soft gels twice a day with food.  That's 4 of these giant size pills!  That's a big downer for me.  However, they are the only omega 3's I've ever tried that don't leave an after taste, and surprisingly enough, the gels were easy to swallow.
Ultimate Omega 3
Comparison of Ultimate Omega Soft Gels on Left
Various sized gelatin capsules on right
To give some back ground on the importance of EPA and DHA I have included the following from Whole Foods.

Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA)


Proper function of our inflammatory system depends on the presence of messaging molecules called prostaglandins. Many of these prostaglandins are made directly from EPA. Equally important, most of the prostaglandins made from EPA tend to be anti-inflammatory in their effect. Therefore, your risk of excessive inflammation and inflammation-related disease can be lowered through consumption of foods rich in EPA.

Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)

Proper function of our nervous system—including our brain—depends on the presence of DHA. DHA is particularly important to brain function. Our brain is 60% fat by weight, and DHA makes up an average of 15 to 20% of all fat in our brain. If we tie these two facts together, we arrive at the following conclusion: DHA accounts for 9-12% of our brain's total weight! Drops in brain DHA levels are known to associate with cognitive impairment or slower neurological development in children. Nervous system deficiencies of DHA have been associated with a wide variety of problems, including neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson's disease; cognitive problems including reasoning ability in children; and severity of multiple sclerosis.

Nordic Naturals provided me with several samples of some of their other popular products.  They offer omegas for kids, for prenatal and lactating women, and pets, but for adults as well.  They also offer multivitamin gummies, and a host of other healthy products.

Be sure to check out the company that medical professionals and research institutions prefer to work with, Nordic Naturals born in Arctic Norway.  In July 2014, a study was published showing how Ultimate Omega in the natural triglyceride form was 382% more effective than krill oil, 227% more effective than salmon oil, and 47% more effective than ethyl ester fish oil. This study also shows that Ultimate Omega is the least expensive option for the greatest results.  To view the study click here.

Ultimate Omega 3

Nordic Naturals Ultimate Omega and other products can be purchased at major health food stores and online.  From Amazon you can click here.   From Nordic Naturals online click here.  When purchasing from Nordic Naturals be sure to use the PROMO CODE 'ULTIMATE14' for 15% off and Free shipping on all orders.  This is valid from August 1, through October 15, 2014.

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Pros:  No after taste of any kind from the Ultimate Omega. Soft Gels are easy to swallow. Superior quality products. Offers a great selection of products for all, including cats and dogs.

Cons:  Don't like having to take 4 soft gels daily, especially how large they are despite the fact they are easy to swallow.

My Rating: Thumbs Up!
Ultimate Omega 3

Disclaimer: I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

8/18/14

Vitamin C Serum

Details:  Dr. Song Vitamin C Serum contains 20% Vitamin C.  It includes Vitamin E, Hyaluronic Acid, and Aloe Vera.  It has a smooth velvet finish on the skin that many other Vitamin C Serums cannot replicate.  It comes with a 365 day money back guarantee.  Dr. Song products are made in the USA and are FDA compliant. You can purchase yours here on Amazon.

Review:  I've said before that I usually have a reaction to any kind of Hyaluronic acid.  So why did I request another product that has this in it.  Well, to tell you the truth, the "Smooth Velvet Finish on the Skin" was what caught my attention.  I'm also partial to blue containers.
Vitamin C Serum
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Dr. Song Vitamin C Serum is just that. A Serum.  Not water. Not liquid that is similar to water. A Serum.  I'm not sure if it is due to the fact that aloe vera gel is the number 2 ingredient on the list, or if the way this was made makes the difference.  In any case, I like the serum.  I can place a few drops in the palm of my hand without it running all over.  When I apply it to my face I feel like I have more control rather than trying to clean up the drips from other Vitamin C Serums.  And like any other Vitamin C Serum it is not greasy.

Now, for the Hyaluronic Acid reaction.  Yes, my face broke out, again.  This time only on my chin, and this time it only lasted for about 5 days.  So, is my face adjusting to the hyaluronic acid, or is Dr. Song's product actually better?  I've gone back to trying another company's version of Vitamin C Serum with Vitamin E and Aloe Vera Gel, and my face broke out worse.  Believe me, I went back to Dr. Song's Vitamin C Serum after a few days.

Benefits of Vitamin C Serum include:

  • encouraging collagen production 
  • exfoliates and cleanses
  • helps remove fine lines and wrinkles 
  • great for those with acne or pimples
  • moisturizes and softens the skin

Routine for using the product:

  • Wash and cleanse skin
  • Tone Skin
  • Apply Vitamin C Serum with Hyaluronic Acid
  • Apply moisturizer
I really like this product. My face feels smoother and softer.  My wrinkles are fading away. I feel like my face gets really clean, especially since I workout in my yard a lot, and can get real dirty doing that.  This is truly a serum in my opinion.

Vitamin C Serum


Pros:  I really like the thickness of this serum.  My face only broke out for about 5 days due to Hyaluronic acid instead of clearing up due to halting the use of the product.

Cons: Nothing.

My Rating: A Big Thumbs Up!
Vitamin C Serum

Disclaimer: I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

8/8/14

Colon Cleanse and Detox

Details:  Premier Colon Cleanse and Detox Plus Weight Loss by Green Tea Life Sciences is an all natural, safe, gentle colon health and detoxification program.  Just take 2 caps a day for 2 weeks.

If you suffer from the following then this will help:  Constipation, chronic fatigue, acid reflux, gas, bloating, difficulty sleeping, diarrhea, low energy, a flabby tummy, or skin problems.

Your digestive system will be more effective and you will maintain regularity while increasing energy using The Amazing Miracle Cleanse.  Results begin within 12-24 hours depending on how much excess waste your intestines may have.

Review:  The Amazing Miracle Cleanse contains great herbs I am very familiar with and have used in the past.  Blended together they make a powerful product.  It contains Senna Leaf, Cascara Sagrada, Psyllium Husk, Flaxseed, Aloe Vera, L. Acidophilus, Licorice Root, and MCT oil.

I must say I was very surprised at how these products work together.  The first time I took 1 capsule, it took 8 hours to start working, and during the next 16 hours, I thought I was going to die.  Not really, but I was way bad off.  My stomach cramped up worse than I had ever had in my life.  I felt sick for 3 whole days.  I didn't dare take another capsule during this time.  This stuff was powerful.  By the time it started to go through me, I was amazed at how well the cleanse was from just 1 capsule, and I eat pretty decent.

#AmazingMiracleCleanse
Most might say I just experienced a healing crisis during this time.  Believe me, I have experienced those before, and this was more like food poisoning, and I know it wasn't that either.  My husband ate the same things I did, and he didn't get sick at all.

I waited almost another week before attempting to try another capsule just to make sure I didn't have some food poisoning or something like that.  The results were similar, but this time I didn't have the severe stomach cramps.  Now I don't dare get to far from a toilet.

I personally believe that for someone who doesn't eat very healthy, and wants to make a true life change and cleanse their system out, and stick with a regular healthy diet afterwards, this would be a great product.  For those who are already eating healthy, this may be too strong for you, as it was for me.  I definitely got cleaned out, but I didn't like the effects I experienced in doing so.  I was quite surprised that taking the ingredients individually work great for me, but the combination that The Amazing Miracle Cleanse offers is way too strong for my body.  Nonetheless, like I mentioned this still contains great products.

Pros:  It does work at cleansing the intestinal tract very well.

Cons:  Too strong for my personal body.  Maybe half a capsule would be better for me.

My Rating:  Thumbs Up for working, but Thumbs Down for the stomach cramps and sick feeling I felt.


Disclaimer: I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

8/5/14

Raspberry Ketones by Summit Nutritions

Details:  Pure Raspberry Keytones by Summit Nutritions contain no additives, filler or artificial ingredients.  It is made in USA with FDA approved cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practice) which is the highest quality standard for manufacturing supplements.  You can purchase yours here on Amazon.

Raspberry keytones are a proven fat burner and appetite controller.  It helps regulate glucose levels and fatty acid oxidation.  It burns the body fat and converts it into energy when the body needs it.  This is how your feel less likely to eat.  When combined with a regular exercise program and a balanced diet, you can achieve great weight loss.

Review:  When I first opened the bottle of Pure Raspberry Ketones, the aroma of raspberries swirled to my senses.  It was heavenly.  I figure if I'm going to be taking pure raspberry ketones, I ought to smell raspberries.  What I couldn't figure out though is while the company stresses "Pure" and "Natural" I was surprised to see a bright pinkish/reddish capsule.  To me that just didn't fit right.  However, despite that, this product does work.

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I take one capsule which contains 500 mg of raspberry keytones in the morning prior to breakfast, and again in the evening prior to dinner.  I find I am not as hungry throughout the day.  My husband has even commented on how I don't snack all day long like I used to.  I'm trying to get him to take some, but he is hesitant.  I actually think he doesn't want to give up his chocolate trail mix.

I have maintained a consistent, yet steady weight loss by taking the raspberry keytones.  I honestly haven't changed my diet nor my exercise plan.  In fact, my exercise plan has actually gone out the window the last couple of weeks. So yes, I did change my exercise plan, I'm not doing it currently, and I am still losing weight.


Personally, this coming week I feel I need to change the time I take the evening capsule.  I need to take it about an hour after dinner time, so I won't want to snack during the evening when we sit down to watch movies.  All in all, I believe this is a great product. Raspberries alone are a very healthy choice, the raspberry keytones are great too.

Pros:  Love that this product works to help suppress my appetite. Especially love the smell of the raspberries when I open up the bottle.

Cons:  Don't like the bright pinkish/reddish capsule.  To me it just isn't natural.

My Rating:  Thumbs Up!!!

Disclaimer:I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

8/4/14

Pro-Biotics Pro-15

Details:  Pro-15 by HyberBiotics contains over 5 billion and 15 different strains of probiotics.  It is 15 timex more effective than capsules.  These will not only help the small intestine but will reach into the large intestine as well.
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Pro-15 will help improve your mood and energy levels, will help relieve sensitive stomachs (gas, bloating etc.), will help you get well and stay well by restoring beneficial bacteria, and will help you lose weight.  It is time released to allow you to receive the benefits throughout the day, not all at once.

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Review:  I know and understand the importance of Pro-Biotics.  Over the years I have used them on myself and my family for various reasons, all with postive results.  It's been awhile since I've last taken any probiotics.  I was excited to test and try out HyperBiotics Pro-15.

The first thing I liked was the very small round "pearl" that I had to swallow instead of a capsule.  I also like the fact that it is time-released.  Therefore, just one a day, and I don't have to worry about it any more.

pro biotics

I do have a sensitive stomach, and more so just recently.  When I take one Pro-15 prior to food in the morning, my stomach feels better the rest of the day.  I felt more alive and not so dragged down.  My system cannot tolerate much meat.  I usually have to down several papaya tablets after eating meat.  Well, with the one Pro-15 in the morning, the day I ate a sausage hot dog, my stomach felt fine afterwards.  That was a first.  My husband was surprised I could eat it without taking papaya or ginger root or anything else afterwards.  Since it worked so well with the sausage, I personally know it will work well for me.

I strongly recommend this product for any who have intestinal issues. You can get yours here on Amazon.

Check out this 2 minute video.

Pros:  Like having to take just one a day and that it is time released.  Also like how small it is.  It really works well and fast.

Cons:  Nothing.

My Rating:  A Big Thumbs Up!!!

Disclaimer:I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.