Hello everyone.....
I am sorry that I have been away for so long, that was not intended at all.
I have been back to work and with a growing boy and other things that I was adjusting to I had to let go of something for a little while :(
I am glad to say I am back and hope to stay that way.
I have been dealing with a lot of life changes and I will make a much larger post about that soon, but until then I am hoping to post a few reviews in the next few days.
I have missed this so much and I am so happy to be back.
Aarica
Thursday, March 20, 2014
Sunday, July 8, 2012
EOS Ultra Moisturizing Shave Cream Review
Yesterday while I was walking threw my local Rexall I noticed a new EOS product and decided I must try it.
I picked up the EOS Ultra Moisturizing Shave Cream in Vanilla Bliss.
This is the first time I have ever seen any EOS products except for their lip balms and I loved them so I though I should try this item too.
This shave cream is unlike any I have ever tried before, It's unique container is sleek and clean. I then looked under the cap and realized that it has a pump bottle top which made me wonder how the contents looked as I have never seen a shave product with a full pump bottle design like a hand cream.
The bottle say this about the product
"EOS Ultra Moisturizing Shave Cream shaves closer and leaves your skin smooth long after your shave. Natural aloe, oat and shea butter replenish moisture while antioxidant vitamins E & C help skin look radiantly healthy."
After reading what they said about it I decided to try it right away since I have extremely dry skin that is flaky and whenever I shave it seems to make this worse so I figured I should at least give something a try that might have more in it then most shave gels.
I started pumping out the product and was shocked at what came out of the container. It was a cream, thick like a body lotion and when I applied the product to my leg it didn't lather like all others I have used and it didn't foam up. It remained a cream.
I noticed that it says you can use it dry or wet so I decided to try it both ways and I must say that I still think wet is better, but when on the go and need to do it asap then this is the product that you would want. For example want to got to the beach or the pool, but have little to no time to do your legs or are not near water at all then this is the product you would love to have.
My personal opinion of this product is that it is wonderful. It is soft and smells amazing almost like vanilla and a hint of pineapple. It is fresh and light. If this product leaves my hands soft and smooth I know that my legs will love it and they did it has been 6 hours since I shaved them and have been in and out all day with the heat (which always leaves my skin so dry) and they are still very soft and smooth.
I would recommend this product to moms with little to no time to shave and to my friends that have all the time in the world, to people like me who have really dry skin and to people who don't.
I think this is one of the best shave products that I have bought in a long time and I am so happy that there are more and more EOS products being sold in Canada.
* I bought everything with my own money and have not been compensated for this review. All opinions Expressed in this review are mine and mine alone.*
I picked up the EOS Ultra Moisturizing Shave Cream in Vanilla Bliss.
This shave cream is unlike any I have ever tried before, It's unique container is sleek and clean. I then looked under the cap and realized that it has a pump bottle top which made me wonder how the contents looked as I have never seen a shave product with a full pump bottle design like a hand cream.
"EOS Ultra Moisturizing Shave Cream shaves closer and leaves your skin smooth long after your shave. Natural aloe, oat and shea butter replenish moisture while antioxidant vitamins E & C help skin look radiantly healthy."
After reading what they said about it I decided to try it right away since I have extremely dry skin that is flaky and whenever I shave it seems to make this worse so I figured I should at least give something a try that might have more in it then most shave gels.
I started pumping out the product and was shocked at what came out of the container. It was a cream, thick like a body lotion and when I applied the product to my leg it didn't lather like all others I have used and it didn't foam up. It remained a cream.
My personal opinion of this product is that it is wonderful. It is soft and smells amazing almost like vanilla and a hint of pineapple. It is fresh and light. If this product leaves my hands soft and smooth I know that my legs will love it and they did it has been 6 hours since I shaved them and have been in and out all day with the heat (which always leaves my skin so dry) and they are still very soft and smooth.
I would recommend this product to moms with little to no time to shave and to my friends that have all the time in the world, to people like me who have really dry skin and to people who don't.
I think this is one of the best shave products that I have bought in a long time and I am so happy that there are more and more EOS products being sold in Canada.
* I bought everything with my own money and have not been compensated for this review. All opinions Expressed in this review are mine and mine alone.*
Friday, June 29, 2012
I GRADUATED !!!
So I finally Graduated from college and received my diploma in Early Childhood Education, It was a long hard road and adding a child into the mix almost three years ago really slowed down the process, but I did it, or should I say we did it since it took more then just me to achieve this goal. I took my parents and Boyfriend. I also owe a lot to my son who I am sure will never fully understand just how much he pushed me to finish this for him and for my family.
Now that I have finished school (for now) I will be back to posting again and I can't wait since for graduation my parents got me a new camera and I can't wait to use it.
My fist post will be on Sunday and I am thrilled to be back, I will also be back to doing my Youtube videos again too.
Now that I have finished school (for now) I will be back to posting again and I can't wait since for graduation my parents got me a new camera and I can't wait to use it.
My fist post will be on Sunday and I am thrilled to be back, I will also be back to doing my Youtube videos again too.
Monday, March 12, 2012
March 12th, 2008
You all might be trying to figure out why when the date today is March 12th, 2012 would the title say 2008.
This post is not really a makeup blog post.
If I go back four years I can remember everything that I was doing that day and every conversation word for word. I had the day off from work because I was taking a class to help me get closer to graduating. I was an hour away from home and it was a routine Wednesday and I was heading to class for 5pm.
I went to class and always turned my phone on silent and this time was no different. I finished class at 8pm went to check my phone and noticed I missed 12 phone calls 3 voice mails and 2 text messages. I was trying to figure out what was going on so like always I checked my texts first, one said please call me asap and another changed my world forever.
Even as I write this I can't stop tearing up. So please don't mind the spelling and grammar.
I checked the second message and I could not help but think this is a horrible, horrible joke and I am going to be so mad later. I still to this day will never forget word for word what the text said. "Teresa Died Today in Car Accident" Who tells you that in a text, the person who sent me that text never even tried to call me. I know she was upset to but it hurt me more then they will ever know.
Then it was time for the voice mails and they were another friend telling me to call them asap. (this is the same person who called me 12 times). I called her.
She answered the phone and wasn't her happy normal self I asked her what was wrong and when she tried to tell me all she could do was cry, her mom took the phone and said this to me. Aarica I hate to be the person to tell you this but Teresa died today in a car accident. After that as most would expect I called her some pretty bad names and she just let me, my friend came back on and we cried together for a few mins and I told her I had to go.
I called my mom, who still had no idea and she told me to call my sister since she lived close to where I was and could come and see me.
I went in to McDonalds where I was heading after class to get something quick for my car ride home, I called my friends Tammy, Liana and Lynda. The responses were all different. Lynda cried with me, Liana was in shock and Tammy was worried about me.
I called my then boyfriend in hopes he would drive over and get me, but all he could say was I have hockey, I can't be late so I have to go sorry.
I called my sister who was out ice fishing and told me they were on there way. While all of this was happening I was on my way into the store and I guess I picked the right day to go because a friend of mines brother was working and he was shift manager, he took my order and he asked me what was wrong, I told him and he told them he was taking his break if they needed him he would be at a table with me to come and get him.
I could tell something was bothering him to, but he said this wasn't the time. I later found out that him and his girlfriend had broken up that day and he had told her that he was gay. Talk about big news to tell your friend. I couldn't believe that he thought I was more important then telling this huge life change and my boyfriend wouldn't come get me. I was thinking are you kidding me.
My sister showed up and talked with me, my cell phone rang and it was my friend Tammy who informed me was on her way with her boyfriend (my boyfriends friend) to come and get me and bring me home. When they got there they didn't know what to think I looked like a ghost and they tried to get me to eat something but I couldn't by this point I was just going with the motions and trying to walk through this weird new life. In the back of my head I kept thinking this man and my friend drove here to get me after he worked a 12 hour day to make sure I was okay, but my boyfriend couldn't. Her boyfriend drove my car and she drove me. There was no talking really until they got to my house and he hugged me and said nothing will feel the same, but know that no matter what we are here anytime.
They walked me into the house I was like a zombie now, I don't think I was even blinking. I walked in and my mom jumped up and told them thank you and to drive home safely. They left and my mom said Aarica I need you to know this isn't a dream and she is really gone. I said wheres the proof and she showed me the news coverage and once I saw that car I knew it was her, I had been in that car a million times, we had shared many laughs, a couple cries and lots of singing and dancing on the way to the bar every weekend.
I cried more and went to bed, before I was asleep I called my boyfriend who told me he was to tired to come see me so he would stop in on his way to work in the morning. When the next morning came he was late so in my head I though it was the worst nightmare I had ever had, then my door opened and it was him and it all become real.
From them on out it has been so hard these last four years, My boyfriend continued to not be there when I needed him, not at the wake, or the funeral. We broke up because I kept thinking if your not there for this when will you be?
I met someone new and it was crazy and intense within 3 months we were living together and within six months we were having a baby.
On July 15th, 2009 Landon was born and I missed her even more, I feel this pain will never leave, that no matter the amount of time I will never find a friend anything like her.
I had no idea how much one persons life could impact yours in such a short time and how in 15 mins and a text could chance your whole life.
Her two sisters where in that car that day too, one was pregnant and one was in the back seat. Both had injuries but both went home and I will always be happy that they are okay, They both have 2 children each now.
Teresa has been gone four years today, she was 26 years old, full of life, heading to the job interview she had always dreamed of, she was in love with a great man and she was my friend, she was a daughter and loving sister.
This post is not really a makeup blog post.
If I go back four years I can remember everything that I was doing that day and every conversation word for word. I had the day off from work because I was taking a class to help me get closer to graduating. I was an hour away from home and it was a routine Wednesday and I was heading to class for 5pm.
I went to class and always turned my phone on silent and this time was no different. I finished class at 8pm went to check my phone and noticed I missed 12 phone calls 3 voice mails and 2 text messages. I was trying to figure out what was going on so like always I checked my texts first, one said please call me asap and another changed my world forever.
Even as I write this I can't stop tearing up. So please don't mind the spelling and grammar.
I checked the second message and I could not help but think this is a horrible, horrible joke and I am going to be so mad later. I still to this day will never forget word for word what the text said. "Teresa Died Today in Car Accident" Who tells you that in a text, the person who sent me that text never even tried to call me. I know she was upset to but it hurt me more then they will ever know.
Then it was time for the voice mails and they were another friend telling me to call them asap. (this is the same person who called me 12 times). I called her.
She answered the phone and wasn't her happy normal self I asked her what was wrong and when she tried to tell me all she could do was cry, her mom took the phone and said this to me. Aarica I hate to be the person to tell you this but Teresa died today in a car accident. After that as most would expect I called her some pretty bad names and she just let me, my friend came back on and we cried together for a few mins and I told her I had to go.
I called my mom, who still had no idea and she told me to call my sister since she lived close to where I was and could come and see me.
I went in to McDonalds where I was heading after class to get something quick for my car ride home, I called my friends Tammy, Liana and Lynda. The responses were all different. Lynda cried with me, Liana was in shock and Tammy was worried about me.
I called my then boyfriend in hopes he would drive over and get me, but all he could say was I have hockey, I can't be late so I have to go sorry.
I called my sister who was out ice fishing and told me they were on there way. While all of this was happening I was on my way into the store and I guess I picked the right day to go because a friend of mines brother was working and he was shift manager, he took my order and he asked me what was wrong, I told him and he told them he was taking his break if they needed him he would be at a table with me to come and get him.
I could tell something was bothering him to, but he said this wasn't the time. I later found out that him and his girlfriend had broken up that day and he had told her that he was gay. Talk about big news to tell your friend. I couldn't believe that he thought I was more important then telling this huge life change and my boyfriend wouldn't come get me. I was thinking are you kidding me.
My sister showed up and talked with me, my cell phone rang and it was my friend Tammy who informed me was on her way with her boyfriend (my boyfriends friend) to come and get me and bring me home. When they got there they didn't know what to think I looked like a ghost and they tried to get me to eat something but I couldn't by this point I was just going with the motions and trying to walk through this weird new life. In the back of my head I kept thinking this man and my friend drove here to get me after he worked a 12 hour day to make sure I was okay, but my boyfriend couldn't. Her boyfriend drove my car and she drove me. There was no talking really until they got to my house and he hugged me and said nothing will feel the same, but know that no matter what we are here anytime.
They walked me into the house I was like a zombie now, I don't think I was even blinking. I walked in and my mom jumped up and told them thank you and to drive home safely. They left and my mom said Aarica I need you to know this isn't a dream and she is really gone. I said wheres the proof and she showed me the news coverage and once I saw that car I knew it was her, I had been in that car a million times, we had shared many laughs, a couple cries and lots of singing and dancing on the way to the bar every weekend.
I cried more and went to bed, before I was asleep I called my boyfriend who told me he was to tired to come see me so he would stop in on his way to work in the morning. When the next morning came he was late so in my head I though it was the worst nightmare I had ever had, then my door opened and it was him and it all become real.
From them on out it has been so hard these last four years, My boyfriend continued to not be there when I needed him, not at the wake, or the funeral. We broke up because I kept thinking if your not there for this when will you be?
I met someone new and it was crazy and intense within 3 months we were living together and within six months we were having a baby.
On July 15th, 2009 Landon was born and I missed her even more, I feel this pain will never leave, that no matter the amount of time I will never find a friend anything like her.
I had no idea how much one persons life could impact yours in such a short time and how in 15 mins and a text could chance your whole life.
Her two sisters where in that car that day too, one was pregnant and one was in the back seat. Both had injuries but both went home and I will always be happy that they are okay, They both have 2 children each now.
Teresa has been gone four years today, she was 26 years old, full of life, heading to the job interview she had always dreamed of, she was in love with a great man and she was my friend, she was a daughter and loving sister.
This was the very last picture taken of us the weekend before she died
Right before we both had surgery, little did we know same time, same place. Made us laugh when we found out
New Years Eve 2008, One of the best nights of my life
Friday, March 9, 2012
Eleven Random Things About Me
Firstly, I'd like to kick this post off with a big Thank You to the absolutely beautiful and Wonderful Pen Pal Hanna for tagging me :) You should check her blog out ... http://www.hannaelouise.co.uk
There are five rules
1. Post these rules.
2. Post a photo of yourself and 11 random things about you.
3. Answer the questions set for you in the original post.
4. Create 11 new questions and tag people to answer them.
5. Go to their blog/twitter and tell them you've tagged them
This is a photo of in 2011, it's one of my favourite photos from when I got my new glasses (took a chance on something different and loved it)
Eleven random things about me
1. I am over think everything.
2. People who know me are in my life forever, but getting to know me is hard.
3. I am starting my last placement for school, I will Graduate in June 2012
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4. I started my schooling in 2005. It's taking me a while, but nothing will stop me from getting my goal.
5. I spend most of my spare time writing to my pen pal, Playing with my son, running a mom's swap and buy Facebook site and planning my second Mom 2 Mom sale for charity.
6. My ultimate guilty pleasure is watching True Blood and Milk Chocolate.
7. I have had some of my best friends since I was a in kindergarten ! (yes 20 years we have known each other)
8. I am so scared to try new things.
9. I don't like failing.
10. I live in my home town in the middle of nowhere.
11. I have Bipolar, But it does not define me or change who I am.
Now I'm going to answer Hanna's questions :)
5. What make-up products do you use daily? I use lip gloss everyday
8. Do you have a signature scent? Orange-Cantaloupe (from Fruits and Passion)
9. Team Edward or Team Jacob? Jacob
(this was the song my best friend and I listened to all the time together and when she died in 2008 I realized it was never the same with out her. I want it played so that when we see each other again its the first song we hear)
1.Who is your personal inspiration?
2. What is your dream job?
3. What is your favorite song?
4. Favorite Lipstick or Gloss?
5. What did you study in college (are studying)?
6. What is your Favorite Restaurant?
7. What is your Favorite Movie?
8. What book are you reading right now?
9. What is your favorite memory of 2011?
10. Who is your longest friend?
11. What is your Blog about?
There are five rules
1. Post these rules.
2. Post a photo of yourself and 11 random things about you.
3. Answer the questions set for you in the original post.
4. Create 11 new questions and tag people to answer them.
5. Go to their blog/twitter and tell them you've tagged them
This is a photo of in 2011, it's one of my favourite photos from when I got my new glasses (took a chance on something different and loved it)
Eleven random things about me
1. I am over think everything.
2. People who know me are in my life forever, but getting to know me is hard.
3. I am starting my last placement for school, I will Graduate in June 2012
.
4. I started my schooling in 2005. It's taking me a while, but nothing will stop me from getting my goal.
5. I spend most of my spare time writing to my pen pal, Playing with my son, running a mom's swap and buy Facebook site and planning my second Mom 2 Mom sale for charity.
6. My ultimate guilty pleasure is watching True Blood and Milk Chocolate.
7. I have had some of my best friends since I was a in kindergarten ! (yes 20 years we have known each other)
8. I am so scared to try new things.
9. I don't like failing.
10. I live in my home town in the middle of nowhere.
11. I have Bipolar, But it does not define me or change who I am.
Now I'm going to answer Hanna's questions :)
1. How would you describe yourself in 3 words?
Smart, Funny, Nervous 2. If you could go anywhere in the world where would you go and why?
Italy, I have always wanted to go there (big history freak)
Italy, I have always wanted to go there (big history freak)
3. What are your aspirations?
To be a great mom, and to own a daycare one day
To be a great mom, and to own a daycare one day
4. What is your opinion on tattoos?
If they mean something to you, then do it 5. What make-up products do you use daily?
6. Who is your celebrity crush?
Jared Padalecki (supernatural) and older actors like Harrison Ford
7. Shower or bath?
Shower (bath when I can)8. Do you have a signature scent?
9. Team Edward or Team Jacob?
10. Slightly morbid I know - but do you have a song you would like played at your funeral?
She's Like the Wind - Lumidee (this was the song my best friend and I listened to all the time together and when she died in 2008 I realized it was never the same with out her. I want it played so that when we see each other again its the first song we hear)
11. What is your favourite book ?
A Walk To Remember 11 Questions to be answered
2. What is your dream job?
3. What is your favorite song?
4. Favorite Lipstick or Gloss?
5. What did you study in college (are studying)?
6. What is your Favorite Restaurant?
7. What is your Favorite Movie?
8. What book are you reading right now?
9. What is your favorite memory of 2011?
10. Who is your longest friend?
11. What is your Blog about?
I would like to tag :
Krystal - http://www.beautybykrystal.com/
Krystal - http://uhohmom.com/
Serena - http://www.bewilderedbug.com/
And anybody who would like to ! Please link me up to your answers :)
Krystal - http://uhohmom.com/
Serena - http://www.bewilderedbug.com/
And anybody who would like to ! Please link me up to your answers :)
Sunday, March 4, 2012
Burt's Bees® Natural Skin Solutions for Sensitive Skin.
I was given the opportunity to try new products for sensitive skin. When I realized it was from a company that was well known for having all natural products I decided that this was a great opportunity and I would try them.
I have had extremely sensitive dry skin since I can remember and whenever I did my make up no matter what my skin looked dry, flaky and like I caked on layers of product. No matter what I did it was always like that.
I was very skeptical of the products because I have always had reactions to every product that I have ever tried for sensitive skin, it would even make my skin seem more dry and itchy. I would react to even moisturizers and creams made for people with my skin problems.
When I opened the package and saw the products I couldn't wait to try them. The packaging was minimal natural looking and clean.
The products that I was sent are Sensitive Facial Cleanser and Sensitive Daily Moisturizer.
They have no chemical smell, they really have no smell what so ever.
HYPO-ALLERGENIC, Dermatologist tested and allergy tested. With Cotton Extract, They are 99% natural.
~Sensitive Facial Cleanser: They say it's a soap-free facial cleanser. That is proven to moisturize skin while cleaning DIRT, OIL, and MAKEUP without causing redness and irritation. 170g Sells for $12.99 CDN
~Sensitive Daily Moisturizing Cream: This moisturizer works all day. Proven to moisturize your skin without causing redness and irritation. Contains RICE EXTRACT, ALOE and will not Clog porse. 50g Sells for $24.99 CDN
The other products in this line are Sensitive Eye Cream and Sensitive Night Cream.
These products and the ones that I have reviewed can be found at Shoppers Drug Mart and Wal-Mart Nationwide.
You can check out these and any other Burt's Bees products on their Website or on Facebook
I love these products because they leave my skin feeling soft and moisturized. When I use these products my skin looks radiant and healthy. They will be my daily routine every morning before I apply my makeup,
I would recommend this brand and these products to anyone with sensitive, irritated, red, Itchy,dry skin.
I would like to thank bzzagent and Burt's Bees for providing the wonderful new products for me to try. I love them and so will you. If you would like to join bzzagent please just click on the name
*I was provided these products by bzzagent.com for review. I did not buy these with my own money, but I was not paid to provide this review and all opinions are my own.*
I have had extremely sensitive dry skin since I can remember and whenever I did my make up no matter what my skin looked dry, flaky and like I caked on layers of product. No matter what I did it was always like that.
I was very skeptical of the products because I have always had reactions to every product that I have ever tried for sensitive skin, it would even make my skin seem more dry and itchy. I would react to even moisturizers and creams made for people with my skin problems.
When I opened the package and saw the products I couldn't wait to try them. The packaging was minimal natural looking and clean.
The products that I was sent are Sensitive Facial Cleanser and Sensitive Daily Moisturizer.
They have no chemical smell, they really have no smell what so ever.
HYPO-ALLERGENIC, Dermatologist tested and allergy tested. With Cotton Extract, They are 99% natural.
~Sensitive Facial Cleanser: They say it's a soap-free facial cleanser. That is proven to moisturize skin while cleaning DIRT, OIL, and MAKEUP without causing redness and irritation. 170g Sells for $12.99 CDN
~Sensitive Daily Moisturizing Cream: This moisturizer works all day. Proven to moisturize your skin without causing redness and irritation. Contains RICE EXTRACT, ALOE and will not Clog porse. 50g Sells for $24.99 CDN
The other products in this line are Sensitive Eye Cream and Sensitive Night Cream.
These products and the ones that I have reviewed can be found at Shoppers Drug Mart and Wal-Mart Nationwide.
You can check out these and any other Burt's Bees products on their Website or on Facebook
I love these products because they leave my skin feeling soft and moisturized. When I use these products my skin looks radiant and healthy. They will be my daily routine every morning before I apply my makeup,
I would recommend this brand and these products to anyone with sensitive, irritated, red, Itchy,dry skin.
I would like to thank bzzagent and Burt's Bees for providing the wonderful new products for me to try. I love them and so will you. If you would like to join bzzagent please just click on the name
*I was provided these products by bzzagent.com for review. I did not buy these with my own money, but I was not paid to provide this review and all opinions are my own.*
Saturday, February 11, 2012
Finally My Posts Are Being Posted
Hello,
I want to say to all my followers that I am extremely sorry that I have not been posting and I have no idea as of yet why all my posts once posted were then deleted, but I am in the process of finding out so please bare with me.
I want to take the time to publicly analogize to the wonderful people at KAIA (www.kaianaturals.com) that sent me a great product that I had for review just before Christmas and posted a wonderful response to this great product they sent me only to have it disappear not once but three time and for that I am truly sorry now that I have no problems (I hope) posting again I will change my review a little and re-post.
I am going to be adding a few posts over the next few weeks that are new and older to catch up on re-posting some of the lost ones.
Thank you for all your understanding
Aarica
I want to say to all my followers that I am extremely sorry that I have not been posting and I have no idea as of yet why all my posts once posted were then deleted, but I am in the process of finding out so please bare with me.
I want to take the time to publicly analogize to the wonderful people at KAIA (www.kaianaturals.com) that sent me a great product that I had for review just before Christmas and posted a wonderful response to this great product they sent me only to have it disappear not once but three time and for that I am truly sorry now that I have no problems (I hope) posting again I will change my review a little and re-post.
I am going to be adding a few posts over the next few weeks that are new and older to catch up on re-posting some of the lost ones.
Thank you for all your understanding
Aarica
Tuesday, October 4, 2011
She's Connected Conference ~ Part 1
I was shocked when I found out I was going to the She's Connected Conference, But as it grew closer and closer I started to wonder all the things any person would. Would I fit in? Would I make new friends? What would people think of me?
While on the train to Toronto all these things and more where running through me head, things like what if this and what if that. I then begin to realize I was not alone all these women were feeling the same way I was, they were all scared and nervous about what they were going to walk into.
For some this was not a new experience, but for most of us this was.
Once I got of the train at Union Station it dawned on me that I still didn't really know who my room mate was or what she looked like except for a small little twitter profile picture. Would I like her? would we get along? these were now my new fears. I stated to wonder when do they stop or do they.
I grew up in such a small area and was only exposed to the thing shown to me. What I was about to learn and see on my own for the first time was starting to scare me, but I wanted to learn more. More about the people more about the blogging world.
I met my room mate and we got to the hotel, we checked in and it all began.
I soon realized that we are all alike, we are all scared and nervous. These are all feelings that everyone must push past and learn to navigate this new world (it's a lot like High School)
I was so happy to not be doing this alone I had my amazing room mate with me @chancesmommy and we were doing this together (both newbies) I am so happy to have had her there with me so that I at least fit in with her.
We met a few others and made our way down to the hall where it was being held. I would have never imagined what I was about to walk into....
While on the train to Toronto all these things and more where running through me head, things like what if this and what if that. I then begin to realize I was not alone all these women were feeling the same way I was, they were all scared and nervous about what they were going to walk into.
For some this was not a new experience, but for most of us this was.
Once I got of the train at Union Station it dawned on me that I still didn't really know who my room mate was or what she looked like except for a small little twitter profile picture. Would I like her? would we get along? these were now my new fears. I stated to wonder when do they stop or do they.
I grew up in such a small area and was only exposed to the thing shown to me. What I was about to learn and see on my own for the first time was starting to scare me, but I wanted to learn more. More about the people more about the blogging world.
I met my room mate and we got to the hotel, we checked in and it all began.
I soon realized that we are all alike, we are all scared and nervous. These are all feelings that everyone must push past and learn to navigate this new world (it's a lot like High School)
I was so happy to not be doing this alone I had my amazing room mate with me @chancesmommy and we were doing this together (both newbies) I am so happy to have had her there with me so that I at least fit in with her.
We met a few others and made our way down to the hall where it was being held. I would have never imagined what I was about to walk into....
Wednesday, September 21, 2011
Sorry I Have Been MIA
I am so sorry that I keep disappearing all the time.
There are a few personal and blog related things that are taking up a lot of my time and for that I am very sorry.
I am getting super excited to be going to the She's Connected Conference in eight days( YAY!!!) and I am also starting to get excited about finishing school(finally). That is what is taking up all my time the last few weeks with Doctors appointments, blood work, Criminal Reference checks and the Support staff at Georgian College being on strike are making it impossible to find the time to write while I try and figure out how to still do my placements when there is no one there for me to talk to about it or to even pay to do them.
I am and will be posting a couple new reviews today and tomorrow on some new products that I have bought and soon there will be a wonderful post on a prize I won at my very first twitter party.
I hope that you are not to made at me about my lack of posts. Again I am very sorry.
There are a few personal and blog related things that are taking up a lot of my time and for that I am very sorry.
I am getting super excited to be going to the She's Connected Conference in eight days( YAY!!!) and I am also starting to get excited about finishing school(finally). That is what is taking up all my time the last few weeks with Doctors appointments, blood work, Criminal Reference checks and the Support staff at Georgian College being on strike are making it impossible to find the time to write while I try and figure out how to still do my placements when there is no one there for me to talk to about it or to even pay to do them.
I am and will be posting a couple new reviews today and tomorrow on some new products that I have bought and soon there will be a wonderful post on a prize I won at my very first twitter party.
I hope that you are not to made at me about my lack of posts. Again I am very sorry.
Saturday, September 3, 2011
BONDI BAND GIVEAWAY WINNER
Thank you to everyone who entered my Bondi Band giveaway that ended last night.
I picked the winner using Random.org and took and the winner is........
CONGRATULATIONS Bex-4-ever !!!!!
Please contact me through the "contact me " section or private twitter DM so I can have your shipping information to send to the company.
Please respond withing 48 hours or I will have to pick a new winner.
I picked the winner using Random.org and took and the winner is........
CONGRATULATIONS Bex-4-ever !!!!!
Please contact me through the "contact me " section or private twitter DM so I can have your shipping information to send to the company.
Please respond withing 48 hours or I will have to pick a new winner.
Sunday, August 28, 2011
Maybelline ColorSensational Lipstick Review
Let me start of by saying that I have never worn lipstick that I have liked and started off by thinking I would hate this one too, but the commercial on Tv and my boyfriend convinced me to at least give it a try.
Why? Because it's not like most lipsticks. This lipstick is almost like a gloss with color in a stick form.
The color that I decided to buy was PINK FREEZE (805)
This color is a very light sheer pink with lots of shimmer, but not a shimmer you can feel it's just there which I found really nice. This lipstick is very smooth and soft on your lips and it doesn't leave them feeling dry and caked with product.
What I loved most about this lipstick was that it can be worn on it's own and look amazing or it can be worn with a nice light pink or clear lipgloss to give it more of a shine rather then a semi matte look.
This is how it applies on my hand, I am very pale and my tan that I had would be about a light to medium.
* I bought this product with my own money and was not paid for this review or given anything for this review. the opinions are mine and mine alone
Why? Because it's not like most lipsticks. This lipstick is almost like a gloss with color in a stick form.
The color that I decided to buy was PINK FREEZE (805)
What I loved most about this lipstick was that it can be worn on it's own and look amazing or it can be worn with a nice light pink or clear lipgloss to give it more of a shine rather then a semi matte look.
* I bought this product with my own money and was not paid for this review or given anything for this review. the opinions are mine and mine alone
Tuesday, August 23, 2011
I GOT AN INVITE!!!!!
The last few weeks have been full of great news and I am so happy to tell you about one of them.
I got an invite to the Shes Connected Conference in Toronto on September 29th and 30th.
To get invited you had to fill out a form and meet all their requirements before being one of the 200 that they are selecting.
This conference is to connect digital women to brands that are interested in connecting with bloggers, tweeters and people on facebook.
This conference may only be in it second year, but the amount of people that want to attend is amazing so that's why I feel so honored to have been invited. I was picked out of hundreds of other women to get to participate in this wonderful event and have the chance to learn more about blogging and how to talk to brands.
I can't wait to get to Toronto and meet all these wonderful women and these amazing brands. This will be the very first conference or anything blog related that I have ever been to. I feel so lucky to get this chance and to also do something that I love to do like talking with new people.
I am so excited I'm sure the few other times that I have said it make you know that, but at the same time I am so nervous about what to wear (wait I don't have anything ) I need to go shopping, I need to find out what to bring from people who have been to more things like this so that I don't freak out and forget something really important like my laptop.
I am so happy that I get to be doing this, but I also know that it would make it a lot easier if there might be someone who would want to sponsor me for this wonderful event. If there is someone who would there are things that would be so helpful like clothing (I'm plus sized so that might be an issue)
If someone did want to sponsor me then please contact me through my blog.
I will be blogging while away and if I don't get the chance then I will be as soon as I get home to tell all of you about my wonderful experience.
Thank you all for your wonderful support and for following my blog and twitter without you this would not be happening at all.
I got an invite to the Shes Connected Conference in Toronto on September 29th and 30th.
To get invited you had to fill out a form and meet all their requirements before being one of the 200 that they are selecting.
This conference is to connect digital women to brands that are interested in connecting with bloggers, tweeters and people on facebook.
This conference may only be in it second year, but the amount of people that want to attend is amazing so that's why I feel so honored to have been invited. I was picked out of hundreds of other women to get to participate in this wonderful event and have the chance to learn more about blogging and how to talk to brands.
I can't wait to get to Toronto and meet all these wonderful women and these amazing brands. This will be the very first conference or anything blog related that I have ever been to. I feel so lucky to get this chance and to also do something that I love to do like talking with new people.
I am so excited I'm sure the few other times that I have said it make you know that, but at the same time I am so nervous about what to wear (wait I don't have anything ) I need to go shopping, I need to find out what to bring from people who have been to more things like this so that I don't freak out and forget something really important like my laptop.
I am so happy that I get to be doing this, but I also know that it would make it a lot easier if there might be someone who would want to sponsor me for this wonderful event. If there is someone who would there are things that would be so helpful like clothing (I'm plus sized so that might be an issue)
If someone did want to sponsor me then please contact me through my blog.
I will be blogging while away and if I don't get the chance then I will be as soon as I get home to tell all of you about my wonderful experience.
Thank you all for your wonderful support and for following my blog and twitter without you this would not be happening at all.
Sunday, August 21, 2011
AUGUST GLYMM BOX
I was excited to try something new and was wanting something like the Birchbox, but since I was in Canada I never figured I would get my hands on something of the same quality. But I DID!!!
I started looking into it a little more and then came across a Facebook page for a company called Glymm.com and wanted to know more.
Once I signed up for there news stuff I was sent to a link on YouTube
After watching the video I knew that it was for me. but I would have to wait until they launched. I waited and waited then I got the email and they had launched.
I ordered the first Glymm box in July and received it just after the 10th of August.
For right now they only ship to Canada and are $10 a month plus $1 something in taxes = just over $11
Here is what I received in my Glymm Box:
Here is the contents and at first view I am so excited to get the lip gloss that I see and the face mask because I have never tried a face mask before and I am excited to do so.
I loved this box more then I ever thought you could love something that came in the mail.
I will be adding a really detailed review on all the products that came in this Glymm box and I will be ordering another one and another and another.
Would I recommend This to A Friend?
Answer ~ Yes I would and have and will continue too.
If you want to check out Glymm and Buy you own box just follow this link:
https://www.glymm.com/share/aaricalikesfreestuff
Friday, August 19, 2011
BONDI BAND Review and Giveaway *CLOSED*
First off I want to say how sorry I am that this is so late, but here it is and I am so happy that I get to review this product and give one lucky follower the chance to win their own.
Bondi Band is just an amazing product, they sent me a Lycra (Light Sweat Wicking) Headband.
The best part I found for these is that you can roll it and make it a smaller headband as well, which I do a lot so I can wear it out of the house and not have this huge head covering you would need while running or my favorite and what I used it for every day, to hold my hair back while I washed my face or put my makeup on.
When I used this to wash my face I loved it because it would stop my hair from getting wet completely. There are many uses for these headbands, you can use them for when your running, playing sports like baseball and you can use them for everyday where. What would you use yours for?
I love that they are made with the same material that they use to make bathing suits and workout clothing so why not add this to part of your workout ware. This product keeps the sweat from running down your face.
Would I recommend this to a friend?
Answer: Yes I would love nothing more then for all my friends and family that do sports or workout all the time to have one of these amazing headbands.
*This product was given to me to try on, but all these opinions are mine and were not influenced in anyway. I believe in what I wrote and was not compensated what so ever.
The best part about this company is that they want me to give one of you a headband of your very own.
THE BONDI BAND GIVEAWAY
Rules: There are two things you must do in order to be qualified for this giveaway.
1. You MUST be a GFC public Follower and tell me your GFC Name.
2. Go to Bondi Band and tell me which Lycra headband you would like if you won. http://www.bondiband.com/categories/HEADBANDS/LYCRA-%28LIGHT-SWEAT-WICKING%29/
Extra Entries:
~ Follow me on Twitter
~ Like my Facebook
~ Like Bondi Band on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/bondiband
~ Tweet about this giveaway (only once per day )
Tweet this : Want a chance to win a @bondiband headband, checkout @aaricamakeupblg Bondi Band giveaway http://bit.ly/oR4VNn ends 9/2/11@11pm
This giveaway is open Internationally and will end in two weeks on September 2nd, 2011 at 11pm EST
Bondi Band is just an amazing product, they sent me a Lycra (Light Sweat Wicking) Headband.
"Lycra Headbands dry pretty fast, but are not technical wicking material. These headbands are all about fun fashion"
The headband that they sent me was really fun and colorful. I love all the colors that are on the pattern, They have many different patterns and colors, you can even buy ones with words.
Each of these headbands like the one that they sent me retail for about $8 US.
The best part I found for these is that you can roll it and make it a smaller headband as well, which I do a lot so I can wear it out of the house and not have this huge head covering you would need while running or my favorite and what I used it for every day, to hold my hair back while I washed my face or put my makeup on.
When I used this to wash my face I loved it because it would stop my hair from getting wet completely. There are many uses for these headbands, you can use them for when your running, playing sports like baseball and you can use them for everyday where. What would you use yours for?
I love that they are made with the same material that they use to make bathing suits and workout clothing so why not add this to part of your workout ware. This product keeps the sweat from running down your face.
Would I recommend this to a friend?
Answer: Yes I would love nothing more then for all my friends and family that do sports or workout all the time to have one of these amazing headbands.
*This product was given to me to try on, but all these opinions are mine and were not influenced in anyway. I believe in what I wrote and was not compensated what so ever.
The best part about this company is that they want me to give one of you a headband of your very own.
THE BONDI BAND GIVEAWAY
Rules: There are two things you must do in order to be qualified for this giveaway.
1. You MUST be a GFC public Follower and tell me your GFC Name.
2. Go to Bondi Band and tell me which Lycra headband you would like if you won. http://www.bondiband.com/categories/HEADBANDS/LYCRA-%28LIGHT-SWEAT-WICKING%29/
Extra Entries:
~ Follow me on Twitter
~ Like my Facebook
~ Like Bondi Band on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/bondiband
~ Tweet about this giveaway (only once per day )
Tweet this : Want a chance to win a @bondiband headband, checkout @aaricamakeupblg Bondi Band giveaway http://bit.ly/oR4VNn ends 9/2/11@11pm
This giveaway is open Internationally and will end in two weeks on September 2nd, 2011 at 11pm EST
Tuesday, August 2, 2011
Bourjois Paris Volumizer Mascara Review
This mascara is the two step type volumizing system with a volume-boosting brush.
Step One - The brush prepares for 3D volume. Guaranteed Clump Free.
Step Two - The brush transforms the create spectacular 3D volume.
Color - Noir Maximizer
Size- 11 ml (0.4 fl oz )
Cost - $20 where I bought it.
Here is my review of each step and the over all product.
Step One is a nice everyday wear and gives that going to work or school, with the ease of knowing you can go out with out adding more to make it look like a larger volume lash. It is the perfect amount to use when ever and where ever. Step one is perfect for a dramatic lash without being over the top and crazy.
Step Two doesn't have the suction that all other mascaras have so that when you pull the wand out it takes off the excess so when you pull it out there is a ton of product still one this wand. My first try with this product there was a lot on the brush and it was messy and clumpy and just ruined my eye look, the second time I tried wiping some of the excess product on the tube opening and this time it was less messy and less clumpy, but still gave off that amazing dramatic look.
The review of this is that it does not make your lashes look that much bigger and that it is messy when not wiped off, but of a non waterproof mascara it does a great job of holding up when needed like at the wedding that I wore it to and cried at. It ran but no where near what most do.
I love this mascara and when I say its black I am not joking it is very black and very noticeable.
Would I recommend this product to someone?
Answer is yes, I would recommend this and would give it as a gift if it wasn't so expensive.
Step One - The brush prepares for 3D volume. Guaranteed Clump Free.
Step Two - The brush transforms the create spectacular 3D volume.
Color - Noir Maximizer
Size- 11 ml (0.4 fl oz )
Cost - $20 where I bought it.
Here is my review of each step and the over all product.
Step One is a nice everyday wear and gives that going to work or school, with the ease of knowing you can go out with out adding more to make it look like a larger volume lash. It is the perfect amount to use when ever and where ever. Step one is perfect for a dramatic lash without being over the top and crazy.
Step Two doesn't have the suction that all other mascaras have so that when you pull the wand out it takes off the excess so when you pull it out there is a ton of product still one this wand. My first try with this product there was a lot on the brush and it was messy and clumpy and just ruined my eye look, the second time I tried wiping some of the excess product on the tube opening and this time it was less messy and less clumpy, but still gave off that amazing dramatic look.
The review of this is that it does not make your lashes look that much bigger and that it is messy when not wiped off, but of a non waterproof mascara it does a great job of holding up when needed like at the wedding that I wore it to and cried at. It ran but no where near what most do.
I love this mascara and when I say its black I am not joking it is very black and very noticeable.
Would I recommend this product to someone?
Answer is yes, I would recommend this and would give it as a gift if it wasn't so expensive.
I AM BACK AND BETTER THEN EVER
I am sorry for how long it has taken me to get back to posting reviews, every time I seemed to get better I had a set back.
But I am going to work through it and try and post again today about a few long over due products and the giveaway I promised before I just need to work out a few things with the company first and I will be posting it ASAP.
I am again very sorry for the extended delay, but I am here now and not planning on going away for a little while lol. I will be away from Aug 12-14 but I will post before I leave and when I get back.
I hope your summer is going well and that you are all having a great time
But I am going to work through it and try and post again today about a few long over due products and the giveaway I promised before I just need to work out a few things with the company first and I will be posting it ASAP.
I am again very sorry for the extended delay, but I am here now and not planning on going away for a little while lol. I will be away from Aug 12-14 but I will post before I leave and when I get back.
I hope your summer is going well and that you are all having a great time
Saturday, July 23, 2011
Sorry About Not Posting
Hello to all my amazing followers.
I am so sorry that I was not posting for so long, but we have been busy here on my end.
~2 year old's Birthday party last weekend
~ 2 sick boys ( son and Boyfriend) then I got really sick too
We are all on the mend and finally back at it, I am posting at least two or three new posts in the next 2 days and one will be a GIVEAWAY !!!!!
I am getting so much help with my blog and other amazing things in my life right now and I think I should let you all in on it but for now I have to keep it quiet sorry, But once I can tell I will be making a post about it so keep your eye open for that.
Thank you for following me and once I reach 50 there is going to be a Giveaway that I will be buying everything for and it will be a makeup/beauty giveaway!
I am so sorry that I was not posting for so long, but we have been busy here on my end.
~2 year old's Birthday party last weekend
~ 2 sick boys ( son and Boyfriend) then I got really sick too
We are all on the mend and finally back at it, I am posting at least two or three new posts in the next 2 days and one will be a GIVEAWAY !!!!!
I am getting so much help with my blog and other amazing things in my life right now and I think I should let you all in on it but for now I have to keep it quiet sorry, But once I can tell I will be making a post about it so keep your eye open for that.
Thank you for following me and once I reach 50 there is going to be a Giveaway that I will be buying everything for and it will be a makeup/beauty giveaway!
Friday, July 8, 2011
I FOUND MY FIRST DUPE!!!
I know you can tell by the title that I am excited and I am sure you are all like its just a dupe calm down Aarica.
To me though this is a great moment for me, I have been trying to find the color of pink that is in this Almay Hazel Eye Trio
As you can see I have hit the pan and I have been trying so hard not to use this, but it's my favorite eye shadow ever and I want to wear it everyday. I think that I love it because it's the perfect combination of shimmer and soft. It's a nice light pink and is perfect for someone with hazel eyes.
I have been looking for this color by it's self for a very long time because as you can tell the other two colors are still fine so why would I want to buy another one for just one color?
I looked on Almay's website and they don't have it alone and I have taken it to places but they have colors that are not very close to the color and they wanted like $12-20 for just one shadow. I don't think so..
I was with my friend and we were at Walmart looking for pretty much anything pretty lol. I decided to look at the price of the Almay Trio and it was $10 ( I had looked in a store where I live and it was $12, so I decided to keep looking) When I turned around I noticed the Wet N Wild stuff which to be honest there is never really anything more then Nail Polish.
All of a sudden I noticed something out the corner of my eye.....
I thought this look pretty close so I grabbed the Almay one off the display and my friend and I both thought that they were pretty close and for half the price I figured if it was nothing like it then I didn't really waste all that money.
When I came home the first thing after I kissed my little boy, I went to swatch the two trios here is the results...
YAY!!! there is only one difference that I can see and that would be the white they are just a little different, the Almay is more of a beige where as the Wet N Wild is more white.
I love that there was finally something that I could find that matches the wonderful pink that I love so much.
* I bought all of these products with my own money and I was not compensated for my review.
I do not own the names, but I do own the pictures
To me though this is a great moment for me, I have been trying to find the color of pink that is in this Almay Hazel Eye Trio
I have been looking for this color by it's self for a very long time because as you can tell the other two colors are still fine so why would I want to buy another one for just one color?
I looked on Almay's website and they don't have it alone and I have taken it to places but they have colors that are not very close to the color and they wanted like $12-20 for just one shadow. I don't think so..
I was with my friend and we were at Walmart looking for pretty much anything pretty lol. I decided to look at the price of the Almay Trio and it was $10 ( I had looked in a store where I live and it was $12, so I decided to keep looking) When I turned around I noticed the Wet N Wild stuff which to be honest there is never really anything more then Nail Polish.
All of a sudden I noticed something out the corner of my eye.....
When I came home the first thing after I kissed my little boy, I went to swatch the two trios here is the results...
I love that there was finally something that I could find that matches the wonderful pink that I love so much.
* I bought all of these products with my own money and I was not compensated for my review.
I do not own the names, but I do own the pictures
Friday, July 1, 2011
GIVEAWAY WINNER ANNOUNCED !!!!!!
The winner of the giveaway is...........
409cope won the Shian Naturals Just...Trial Sample Pak. You have 48 hours to please respond to me with your real name and mailing address. If you fail to respond to me within 48 hours I will pick another winner.
Thank you to everyone who entered. I will be having a few more giveaways in the next few weeks so please keep checking back.
Wednesday, June 29, 2011
NARS LIP GLOSS REVIEW
I am so happy to be able to write a blog post about any NARS product. I will be having two in the next few days, all thanks to my wonderful friend Lynda who bought them for me because she is amazing.
I have wanted this lip gloss for a very long time and fell in love with the color the moment I saw it online.
Super Orgasm. I think this is one of the most beautiful lip gloss colors that I have ever seen, its pretty light pink and its glistening gold shimmer make this a wonderful color for any skin tone.
I loved almost everything about this lip gloss, the way it looks on me, the way its the exact color I have been looking for since I first stated wearing makeup.
I love how its the perfect color for a night out or even a lazy just jeans kind of day.
There is only a couple things that I just do not like about it.
I don't like that the gold shimmer is very course and rough on your lips.
I don't like that you have to use another lip product to make it smooth so that it is less course and gritty.
That is really the only things I did not like about this product and this is one thing that I will be keeping in my lip gloss collection for as long as I can.
I love the color and the way I feel when I wear it and that is all that matters when it comes to what I wear.
I just love my friend Lynda so much for this wonderful gift.
I have wanted this lip gloss for a very long time and fell in love with the color the moment I saw it online.
Super Orgasm. I think this is one of the most beautiful lip gloss colors that I have ever seen, its pretty light pink and its glistening gold shimmer make this a wonderful color for any skin tone.
There is a wand that you use to apply the lip gloss.
The lip gloss is pretty thick, but very pigmented.
As you can see this is a very pretty rose pink color and you can see some of the pretty gold shimmer.
I did take a photo of the swatch in a different type of lighting so you all could see the gold shimmer more then the pink tint.
As you can see there is a lot of gold shimmer.
I love how its the perfect color for a night out or even a lazy just jeans kind of day.
There is only a couple things that I just do not like about it.
I don't like that the gold shimmer is very course and rough on your lips.
I don't like that you have to use another lip product to make it smooth so that it is less course and gritty.
That is really the only things I did not like about this product and this is one thing that I will be keeping in my lip gloss collection for as long as I can.
I love the color and the way I feel when I wear it and that is all that matters when it comes to what I wear.
I just love my friend Lynda so much for this wonderful gift.
Me wearing the lipgloss
I think I now know why so many people love NARS.
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