8.20.2014

What's In My Mailbox? New Beauty Product Reviews (August)

Hey you! First up, thanks for the amazing support on yesterday's post. I was sick with nervousness about posting it, but many of you understood where I was coming from. Thank you for reading it.

So since yesterday's post was very text-heavy, today's will be very photo-heavy. Yay! And as you can tell, I'm sharing lots of beauty products that I've been reviewing over the past month (or longer). Everything was sent for consideration and I chose to review these products. Enjoy.






Let's start off with these Glow VitaminBubbles by Nutrilux. Nutrilux's GLOW vitamins are the FIRST-EVER chewable liquid beauty vitamin that promises immediate absorption at 80%-90%, renewing collagen formation, tighter/brighter skin, free radical protection, stronger/longer nails, and luscious hair.
I didn't have enough bubbles to see the results of these, but I enjoyed them--they're fun, taste like blueberries, contain no unnatural ingredients, or fillers, and are gentle on the stomach. Single tube $4.99, 10-pack tube $44.99, nutrilux.com

Strivectin has some new products, released this month, that I was able to try a couple of months early. First up is the Extreme Cream ($89) a highly-moisturizing treatment for deep hydration. This is an excellent moisturizer. The Performance Booster Oil ($62) boosts the performance of any skincare routine. The oil is rich in fatty acids, natural antioxidants and vitamins A, B, C, D, and E. Can be used alone or in conjunction with products. I liked this best alone. Very lightweight.

The 5-Minute Weekly Glycolic Peel ($89) is one of my faves. It is a two-step resurfacing treatment to give the appearance of younger skin. The second step is the AHA Activator, which contains 10%. the highest level that can be used in beauty products. It's easy to use, didn't burn or aggravate my skin, and gave me baby-soft skin.



The Anti-Wrinkle Hydra Gel Treatment ($69) is the one I was the most excited to try. This two-step system smooths wrinkles. Leave on skin for 15 minutes before adding the balm. I did notice fine lines were gone temporarily. All products available at department and specialty stores nationwide, strivectin.com

I originally shared this on my July Faves, but there are two new limited edition fragrances from Dolce & Gabbana. The Light Blue Discover Vulcano Pour Homme belongs to the woody-chypre olfactive family. Intense top notes of Italian Lemon and Ginger are enveloped by the grassy softness of Cypress and Lavender at the heart. Base notes harmoniously blend Haitian Vetiver, Cedar Wood, and the musky-amber scent of Ambrox. I had to copy the info from the press release because there's no way I could do the fragrances justice! This smells SO good. Great masculine fragrance but can be worn by anyone who loves those notes. $54-84

The Light Blue Escape to Panarea has been my go-to summer fragrance. From the woody-musky olfactive family, the fragrance opens with a burst of Calabrian Bergamot and Pear, a contrast that blooms alongside the nocturnal Jasmine and Orange blossoms that define the heart notes. Base notes root the fragrance with an accord of Ambergris, Patchouli, Tonka Beans, and Warm Musky accords. You've GOT to give these a sniff and a spray if you live woody-musky fragrances. I prefer them because they don't give me migraines and make me wanna go to the Mediterranean. $55-97 select department stores

I've purchased plenty of Mally products, including the High-Shine Liquid Lipstick Pens. This one is in Nude Light, and has been a wonderful "top coat" to other glosses or lipsticks, or can be worn alone. Shiny, no shimmer, with avgerage gloss wearing time. Love these and this shade! $20 ulta.com or mallybeauty.com

The Wet Brush runs effortlessly through hair, detangling without pulling or tugging. There’s no pain, no tears–whether the hair is wet from the shower or dry; curly or straight; thick or fine. And believe me, I have tried it in every possible hair type I could get my hands on. It really works. The new neon collection is cute, too! $8.98 thewetbrush.com

Lavanila Healthy Body Butters are made from the pure Madagascar vanilla, and contain naturally hydrating ingredients that moisturize your skin the healthy way. They have 6 amazingly-scented, creamy body butters. I have Vanilla Summer--is that a perfect name or what? Or maybe the name of my next imaginary band. I am a huge fan of these and want them all. $19 lavanila.com 

 I thought this collection was really cute because it's all Flight Friendly. Let's start with the SOHO Sweet Shop Pull Apart Clutch ($12!). Everything pictured above easily fit in there. So what's inside? Boscia Blotting Linens- $10 Sephora.comSOHO Naturals 6 Piece Fresh Face Set- $11.99, Amazon.combodycology Cherish the Moment Moisturizing Body Lotion- $2.47, Walmart, ColorProof Evolved Color Care Extreme Shine Treatment Oil- $6.00, ColorProof Evolved Color Care CrazySmooth Anti-Frizz Shampoo & Conditioner- $7.95, sold exclusively in salons and spas nationwide, Jurlique Citrus Hand Cream- $25.00, jurlique.comAubrey EveryDay Basics Cleansing Gel- $8.95, Aubrey-Organics.com or health food stores nationwide, DenTek Brush + Floss Travel Kit- $5, available at mass market retailers. Everything was really fun to play with, with the SOHO, cleansing gel, and ColorProof being big standouts. I'm ready for takeoff!

Regardless of what type of blogger (beauty, lifestyle, mommy, style, etc) or reader you are, we all take showers. So that's why I was really excited to review the WaterPik SprayShaper ($69). The SprayShaper allows for a completely customizable experience with a unique design featuring moveable panels. Simply move the panels inward to shape the spray to a concentrated PowerSpray or for a total body experience, simply move outward, or up and down. The SprayShaper is VERY easy to install and takes about 5 minutes – no plumber or special tools needed. It comes in fixed or hand-held. I chose hand-held so I could wash my dog Charlie and easily clean out my tub. I'm in love.

Excuse the differences in lighting (artificial light), but here it is in action. Let's just say I had way too much fun trying out all of the 6 (!!!) different settings and tilting the panels to make it just right. And now I feel super fancy in my shower. Customization for the win!

And we all know the one beauty thing I am vain about is my hair. I'm glad to report that this worked well on my hair and seemed to give my not-so-great water pressure a boost. I will say that this hand-held version made it higher than my last shower head, so my tall peeps will love this. Available at Home Depot.

Okay, I have plenty more but will stop here for this month! 
What have YOU been loving lately?
Which of these would you try?




52 comments:

  1. I didn't know that D&G came out with limited edition fragrances - I use light blue religiously!! The little goodie bag had some great items and I mean a shower head is almost as important as the water pressure itself!!

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  2. Wow! You got so many great things :) Im really interested in trying the mally lipstick ^^
    xoxo

    Novelstyle

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  3. That goodie bag had so many good items. I love a shower head with more than one setting, most just come on burn my skin harsh, so it's nice to get more relaxing options.

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  4. a woman at my work wears light blue and it smells so good! i'm not into perfume but i'd get that one for sure.


    -kathy
    Vodka and Soda

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  5. I love a good shower head. It makes all the difference! And I might have to try that brush! I always have issues with tangles when my hair is wet!

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  6. Beauty vitamins... I never, in my wildest dreams, would have imagined something like that. Seriously?

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  7. I have never even heard of beauty vitamins!! These sounds super interesting to me since I'm bad at make up and I don't have to really do anything besides eat it haha and I can always get down with a great shower experience!

    Maggie
    www.PolishedClosets.com

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  8. That shower head looks heavenly! There is nothing better than a good shower! Nothing.

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  9. I wish all of that was in my mailbox!! The wet brush is my favorite!!

    <3 Shannon
    Upbeatsoles.blogspot.com

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  10. those vitamins are sooo interesting! and i want to try that brush! xo jillian - cornflake dreams

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  11. Totally jealous! That sounds like a pretty good mail day to me! :) I need that shower head!

    <3, Pamela
    sequinsandseabreezes.blogspot.com

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  12. I'd be all over those Strivectin products if they weren't so expensive. And I've been meaning to try that Wet Brush. Good to know it works:)

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  13. that spray shaper sounds and looks awesome!

    www.amoderngypsy.blogspot.com

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  14. those strivectin products sound great but oh too expensive for me. i have been wanting a wet brush for awhile now, really need to get one!

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  15. I loev Strivectin products...looks like I might have some more to buy!

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  16. vitamin bubbles?? do they taste like vitamins? did the gum dissolve? i am so curious about them

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  17. I need to get that SprayShaper, looks fab! I am a huge fan of Strivectin products. :)
    /Madison

    Day to Night Style

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  18. So many amazing things! Those vitamin bubbles definitely seem interesting! I really want to try mally beauty eventually! It seems like a great brand that doesn't get as much attention!

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  19. I've heard good things about Strivectin products but have never tried them. The Extreme Cream looks like something I would love. I'm also coveting that WaterPik SprayShaper. It looks amazing!

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  20. Oh my goodness, so many great finds! I took notes and will have to try these soon!

    xx Kelly
    Sparkles and Shoes

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  21. Lots of great stuff you got! Those vitamins looks interesting!

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  22. Wow! I'm loving all of these beauty items! How cool that these items were sent to you for review...I need to get on that train!

    I've never used any Mally products, but I'm hoping to change that soon. Love the packaging on that lipstick pen.

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  23. Wow! So many great products! That Lavanilla Healthy Body Butter sounds so fabulous! I'm a huge fan of natural products.

    xx
    Lauren Elizabeth
    Petite in Pearls

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  24. Argh! I need those new Strivectin products in my life! Love the brand and most of their products but I do wish the prices were a little lower but hey, their products work wonders.

    Reflection of Sanity

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  25. Aah so many goodies, where to begin!? Light Blue is so amazing. And also what an old bf wore, so it's too weird to smell it anymore ha. Great buys!

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  26. Those chewable bubble vitamins are def the stand out item in this post. Very interesting! The strivectin products sound lovely too!

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  27. I love the dry brush and LaVanilla body butters! Great reviews as always.

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  28. I just got the Wet brush, and it has changed my life. I love it so much! The glycolic peel sounds like something I would try. I love a peel! Gotta keep the face fresh! lol

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  29. Wow Elle! Some of these products look so cool! I'd love to try the vita bubbles and spray shaper!
    xx
    www.junewantsitall.com

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  30. love the DG light blue. i used to have it, i'm out now.. i should really get this again it really was my favorite scent!

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  31. You mentioned the wet brush previously at some point and it lodged in my brain. So when I saw it at Target I picked one up. Oh my gracious! I am so glad I did! It glides through my hair SO well! I just love it! So thanks for the recommendation! :)

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  32. Oh the glycolic peel intrigues me - except the price- or does beauty don't know a price? 😉 kisses, Sissi

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  33. I've been looking for some new fragrances to try and I think I would like the Dolce and Gabbana. You got some great stuff!!

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  34. Those vitamins sound cool! I'm such a sucker for gimmicky shit! haha

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  35. I'm vain about my hair too and I am not ashamed to admit it. The vitamins sound yummy, but are a bit too expensive for me on a daily basis (unless I get rid of all other vitamins I am taking). You got some fun stuff there!

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  36. I love Mally lip products and that gel treatment sounds amazing!! Thanks for the great review! Susan

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  37. You have some great haul there! Nice. I want to try out those two scents. I always love there perfumes!

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  38. So many goodies and fantastic round-up, Elle! x

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  39. I love D&G Light blue, definitely one of my favorites:) I need the wet brush because I usually lose half of my hair trying to brush it after washing it and I think I'm going to order the crystal one:)

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  40. OH that shower head!! And that whole travel friendly everything!!

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  41. A good shower head does wonders! I need a strong spray to rinse out my super thick hair, haha. :)

    -Ashley
    http://lestylorouge.com

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  42. That lipstick pen looks awesome! And I love the color!

    www.madeintheshadeblog.com

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  43. I feel like I need ALL of this ;)

    That shower head looks awesome.

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  44. Wow. You received nice products and the bag looks fabulous :-)
    http://naturelbellefemme.blogspot.com

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  45. Oh, the Dolce & Gabanna fragrances look so lux! T. http://tickledpinkwoman.blogspot.com

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  46. I've been thinking about getting the wet brush. Glad to know it works :)

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  47. Wow! Everything you reviewed looks great. I want the showerhead, brush and lipstick pen for sure. And those vitamins look so fun! I might actually remember to take mine if they looked like that. :)

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  48. Everything sounds amazing but we are so interested in those acai blueberry balls and the wet brush sounds too good to be true. Have to try it out!!

    xx 365hangers

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  49. I didn't realise that those D&G Light Blues were limited edition. We've had them here for a few months and the BF and I tested the Vulcano a few weeks ago. We liked it but thought, well maybe we'll pick it up next time for him. Thanks for alerting me to the fact that it won't always be around. :-)

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