Voted Best in Beauty

July 4, 2012 by

MANNA Cosmetics was founded on the principle of keeping “Beauty Simplified.” Founder, Manna Kadar, has taken a life long journey trying to find the perfect products to create a makeup regimen that is simple and efficient without sacrificing the fun, femininity and function of cosmetics. After years of research & development, Manna Cosmetics was created and is set to revolutionize the cosmetics world as we know it.

Look your best when you head out on the town, or when you stay home and clean your house. Nobody said you can’t look good 24/7 and with Manna Kadar they have your face covered.. literally!

I never used to wear blush, but the older I get the more I like to use blush to give me a little cheek color. I am very happy with the Manna Kadar blush I got, in Orgasmic color. It is the perfect color for my skin. I can swipe on a little for the day, or a lot for the night. I can also apply some between my breasts for a nice color when wearing a low cut top. My face is pretty sensitive and I have not had a problem with this blush at all. That makes it a top in my beauty bag.

I think the older I get, the more eye lashes I lose. I never had a ton to begin with so I am doing what I can to hold onto them. I am using the Manna Kadar Lash Primer and so far love it. It nourishes and enhances lashes while it acts as a base coat to make my lashes look thicker when I apply my mascara. I also use it at night as a conditioner, or during the day if I am not leaving home.

Manna Kadar has a huge selection of long lasting, multi functional cosmetics. The have your eyes, face, lips, and cheeks covered.
Check them out if you haven’t yet.

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Get Pretty Feet for Summer

July 4, 2012 by

Summer is here and every where you look you see people in sandals, flip flops, barefoot, etc. Pretty feet everywhere… until you look at mine! Yes, I admit I don’t have pretty feet. They are not ugly, just not as pretty as some. I have rough heels and have tried many products and many regimens to get rid of they dry, cracked heels. Nothing I have tried worked until I found Night Care Heel Treatment. Wow.. I love this stuff!

Night Care Heel Treatment comes with a moisturizing gel heel sock and an intense healing foot cream that when used together will make your dry, cracked feet look and feel like the pretty feet everyone wants.

 

 

 

 

 

Nobody wants to hide their feet in the summer, especially when it is
hot and wearing socks and shoes just makes you miserable.
I know I love to show off my nicely painted toe, but am always worried about
how the rest of my foot looks.
No more.. I have found a solution and am so loving my soft feet.

If you are suffering with ugly foot syndrome.. try Night Care Heel Treatment.

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BeautiControl is What Your Skin Needs

June 6, 2012 by

Do you love your skin? Well then show it and treat it to some amazing products from BeautiControl.
Skincare, Makeup, Bath and Body, Men, Fragrance, Spa.. they have it all.

BeautiControl has been on the leading edge of scientifically advanced skin care, results driven anti-aging, and superior cosmetics and day spa Treatments. BeautiControl is the crown jewel in the Tupperware Global family of products. BeautiControl® has been making dreams come true for over 30 years by offering people an opportunity to change their lives – and the lives of others – with a career that delivers unsurpassed earning opportunity and a premium product that is always in demand. Personally, I have been through so many different types of skin care both retail and direct sales and found nothing that compares to BeautiControl. You can tell the quality difference from the very first use. Primarily, we market our products via the SPA ESCAPE in which a group of 6-10 friends enjoy pampering from head to toe with 10-15 Day Spa Treatments and dermatologist grade demos. Try before you buy and love before you leave! We offer company wide sales every month to client and consultants in the US, Puerto Rico and Canada. The BeautiControl opportunity has no limits. If you can dream it, it can come true! How BIG are your Dreams?

I got to try out some fun and amazing products from BeautiControl.
Spectaculash ~ Thickening primer and maximum length mascara. This makes my lashes look so full and defined. And, I have been using it for a couple weeks and have to say I have lost less eyelashes than I was loosing and my lashes are starting to look fuller. I have very fragile lashes and can’t wait to see if this keeps them healthy.

Spa Manicure Instant Manicure ~ Gently exfoliate with Dead Sea salt as natural oils moisturize and help protect your hands. This stuff rocks!! I have the worst hands and I have used this a few times now and love how it makes my hands, and my cuticles so smooth and soft. And it lasts. I like to give my hands a treat before bed by using this, and then slathering them with lotion so I have nice soft hands in the morning.

Spa Nourishing Eye Pads ~ Helps to reduce puffiness, cool skin, relieve irritation and refresh your eyes in as little as five minutes.
Now, I know taking 5 minutes sometimes for yourself is not an easy thing. So, keep these next to your bed and in the morning set your alarm for 5 minutes earlier and when it goes off, take and put these on your eyes. Great mini spa treatment before you start your day.

Margarita Tangy Temptation ~ Did someone say Tequila? LOL! Well this is an alcohol free way to enjoy your margarita. Lots of tangy lime scented products to pick from, but for me the body lotion, foot scrub and foot cream are my favorites. I love how fresh and tingly my feet feel after a good scrub with the foot scrub and then being slathered with the cream ~ aaahhhh…
And, there is nothing sexier to my man than me smelling like one of his summer fav’s ~ a fresh Margarita ;)

If you are not familiar with BeautiControl make sure to check them out. Great products and Jennifer is an amazing consultant and will help you with anything you need. Tell her Living Smart Girl sent ya.

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Jewels 4 God Jewelry

May 16, 2012 by

Jewels 4 God

Jewelry with a Cause

 

100% of company’s net profit is used to restore victims of human trafficking and other forms of abuse.
100% of consultant commission is donated to a local charity. Jewelry has a life time guarantee against defect.
More consultants are needed in all states to help introduce this new line of jewelry!

I am so happy with my jewelry I received from Jewels 4 God. I ordered a beautiful Dragonfly Pendent of Faceted Blue Topaz and Sterling Silver Wings. It is totally beautiful!

I also got a black satin cord and a black 4 strand cotton cord to go with it. Along with my order I also got a pair of Blue Faceted Chrystal and Cat’s Eye Earrings. Very pretty.

The company has a great mission and one that makes it worth taking the time to look at their catalog and order goodies for yourself,
or for gifts.

Check out Jessica’s website ~ Click Here

 

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The Leakey Collection

May 9, 2012 by

Have you heard of the special line of versatile jewelry that gives you elegant, simple, design from natural materials materials. It’s called the Leakey collection and it was founded in 2002 by Katy and Philip Leakey. (BIO) Their work includes the design and manufacture of contemporary jewelry that is hand made by the Maasai women and men of Kenya from environmentally sustainable materials.

The flagship item of the collection- Zulugrass- is sold in individually or in multi strand, which allows you to get precisely the color, depth and weight of the jewelry that you want. It has an earthy, organic look and feel, yet is completely modern.

 

Zulugrass is light weight, durable and most importantly versatile. You no longer need to worry about the right bracelets, necklaces, hair ties etc. because Zulugrass allows you to get several styles a few lightweight strands. Further, depending on the color and amount of strands used- the look can be as subdued or as colorful you want- just a couple twists or an added strand and you have literally dozens of styles. The Leakey Collection is available in over 1200 stores nationwide or on line atThe Leakey Collection.

This jewelry is so beautiful and versatile that one can add it to any outfit for any occasion.

Choose from necklaces, bracelets, earrings all in a variety of colors to mix and match.

I found the couple items I received to be fun, simple and yet elegant with the right outfit.

They also offer a Breast Cancer collection of jewelry.

 

Take a look at The Leakey Collection. I am sure you will find the jewelry as well as the story of how it became to be very interesting.

 

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Breast Support for a Comfortable Sleep

May 9, 2012 by

Intimia® Breast Pillow
prevents and cures chest wrinkles in a safe, easy-to-use way.
Continuous use at night effectively smoothens out existing chest wrinkles while preventing new wrinkles from forming altogether.

Intimia® Breast Pillow
comfortably separates women’s breasts thus eliminating the pressure while ensuring
comfortable night’s sleep. It is ultra-soft, ultra-light and anatomically shaped to fit perfectly
between the breasts of all sizes. The adjustable straps ensure that the product stays
in place regardless of woman’s sleeping position.

Beyond chest wrinkles correction, Intimia® Breast Pillow provides invaluable assistance to nursing mothers and women recovering after breast-related or cardiac surgeries. It also helps to reduce discomfort for tender-breasted women due to pregnancy, nursing or PMS symptoms.

No glue, no adhesives, no discomfort. Designed in California to benefit women around the world.

Risk-Free Purchase!
Intimia® Breast Pillow comes with the 30-Day Unconditional Money Back Guarantee!

This pillow caught my attention right away because as I get older and things tend to shift, sag, cause wrinkles, etc.. I do notice that I get those lines between my breasts. The first time I tried this pillow on I wasn’t sure I would like it. It did feel a bit strange, and have to say even hubby had a good laugh because it looks strange. But, I really like it. I have seen my skin between my breasts look smoother in the mornings and do believe I can thank my Intimia Breast Pillow.

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Your Laundry Deserves Vaska

May 9, 2012 by

Laundry detergents are an important component to beauty regimens as sheets and towels interact with facial skin on a daily basis. When washing sheets and towels, remnants of the detergents and fabric softener are often left behind. Once you sleep on those sheets and dry your face with those towels, your skin is exposed to potential irritants that exist in laundry detergents. Sleep and dry safely with Vaska, an all natural botanically based laundry care line. The Vaska formula uses real herbs to clean effectively without the use of harsh chemicals. The patented Herbatergent is created with a hypoallergenic formula that uses natural herbal cleaning agents to wash sheets and towels effectively while not harming the planet or your skin. So avoid the side effects of ordinary laundry detergents, and make the switch to Vaska!

Vaska’s patented Herbatergent™ fuels the entire product line, including:

Vaska Herbatergent ™

  • · Liquid laundry detergent uses real lavender and potent botanical cleaning agents to clean clothing and linens effectively without harmful chemicals
  • · Available in Light Lavender or Scent Free
  • · $9.99 for a 48 oz bottle (32 loads) .32 cents a load.

Vaska Herbasoft™

  • · Liquid fabric softener gives clothing and linens enhanced softness and a light, fresh, lavender scent
  • · Herbasoft uses real herbs and advanced botanicals to soften textiles naturally, without leaving behind waxes or harmful chemicals that damage fabrics and or irritate skin
  • · $9.99 for a 48 oz bottle (32 loads) .32 Cents a load.

Vaska products are available at Duane Reade, Amazon.com, Alice.com and Drugstore.com.

I really have not tried an all natural detergent or fabric softener that I like more than Vaska. I love the smell, and the results. The price is great too! At just .32 cents a load you can’t go wrong.


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Hoopnotica ~ Who said Hooping is only for Kids?

May 9, 2012 by

Do you remember when you were a kid spending hours trying to learn how to hula hoop? Or just spending hours playing with your hoop? I know I was in love with mine. My Mom got my sister and I each a pink hoop that smelled like peppermint. Well, the Easter Bunny did I guess.. LOL! Anyhow, we loved them and funny enough a couple years ago my niece was playing with my old hoop. And, it still smelled like peppermint.

Well, times have changed, but not a whole lot. Hooping is now a huge hit all over and people are using it for exercise. Why? Well because hooping can burn 400-600 calories per hour. One might think that hooping for an hour is gonna feel like forever but when you are having fun time flies. Hooping engages several complex muscle groups simultaneously including abdominals, glutes, and thighs resulting in a more intense and thorough aerobic workout.

Hoopnotica is fun and I love it!! I actually can hoop in my bedroom. Not do tricks and such, but just hoop. That is great for me since I am in Minnesota and can’t hoop outside most of the year. But, once the weather is nice you can find me in my yard hooping. I might look funny, but I am loving it and getting in shape at the same time.

Can’t hoop you say? Well, Hoopnotica has you covered. They offer a full line of DVD’s to help you learn. Take a look at the video below.

 

 

One of the most important things when you are looking at exercise is to make sure you will enjoy it. Hooping is fun, and great for your whole body. Grab a hoop and take it to the beach, on vacation, to the gym. Just about anywhere you go you can take your Travel Hoop with you. So, you have no excuses… get your hoop today.

Hoopnotica Hoops are “Adult Sized,” meaning that they are much larger (and a whole lot prettier) than a simple child’s toy. Our hoops are weighted at 1.5 lbs, thus providing the perfect amount of momentum and resistance for achieving the optimal cardiovascular workout. As your skill improves, the weight helps to maintain control of your movement and build muscle tone.

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Kabana Organic Skin Care Review & Giveaway

May 9, 2012 by

Kabana Organic Skincare

Totally Green Personal Care

Love Your Skin ~ Kabana does!

Kabana Organic Skincare offers a line of organic sunscreen for the
whole family. They also have a nice line of bath and body products.

The whole family will love Kanana.
They have Mommy & Baby, Children, and Men all taken care of with their product line.

Sunscreen, Anti-aging for face, Moisturizers, Lip Care, Deodorant, Muscle Pain Relief, Mom and Baby and more.

I received a nice box filled with a bunch of Green Screen Organic Sunscreen (original, nude and bronze), Kabana Body Wash (Lavender), Kabana Creme (Sweet Orange), and Kabana Natural Deodorant (Citrus)

Have you tried Kabana Organic Skincare? How would you like to win a $50 Gift Certificate to buy yourself some great products just in time for summer? Enter using our Rafflecopter below. Open to US Only.

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Straight Hair Made Easy with Karmin

May 8, 2012 by

I am not one of those girls who likes to spend hours in front of the mirror curling, straightening, applying makeup, etc. I want to get in and out of the bathroom as quick as possible..which is why I went and got my hair all chopped off!! Even though I am so not happy with my last minute decision to cut my hair off I am very thankful for my new Karmin Titanium Hair Straightener! Yes.. my old straightener was horrible!! It didn’t get hot enough and took way to long to do the job when my hair was long. Then after getting my hair cut I couldn’t use it because it was to wide. Well, my new Karmin is perfect!! Gets nice and hot and is skinny so I can use it all over my head and make my hair flippy and fun :)

Karmin Flat Irons are customers choice for hair products. I love this Titanium Flat Iron! Never tried one before and am now sold! Karmin has the best flat irons you will find.

 

My new Karmin Titanium Hair Straightener with 1″ plates will be in my bathroom for years to come. I can’t imagine finding one I like better.

Product Description:

Pretty in Pink! Karmin has taken their hottest selling professional flat iron and made it available in a hot shade of pink.

Introducing an amazing breakthrough in technology; The Karmin Envy Professional Titanium Flat Iron. This straightening iron takes the amazing features & benefits of ceramic heat and ionic technology, and combines them with Titanium for the ultimate hair straightening iron.

Product Features:

  • Ultra hard, mirror smooth titanium plate surfaces
  • Negative Ions and Infrared Heat (removes static) for Silky Shiny Hair.
  • Ion field technology (seals in natural oils)
  • Micro-porous technology (locks in moisture)
  • Won’t damage hair like other straighteners.
  • Automatic sleep mode – Auto shut off after 1 hour.
  • Unparalleled Infrared heat for deep, long lasting straightness.
  • Micro Chip Temperature Control Infrared Heat, Flash Quick Heating.
  • Variable temperature settings for all hair types. From 80°C (176°F) to 240°C (460°F).
  • Tangle-free 3 meter, 360 degree swivel cord.
  • Worldwide Voltage 100-240V – Works in all countries
  • Drop Safe Technology
  • Floating Plates so you can style you can straighten, curl, flip and style your hair
  • 3 Year Warranty

 

Check them out on Facebook and Twitter

See how I can flippy my hair ~

Even though I am not happy with how short it is (I said shoulder length) ;)
It is nice I can make if fun and sassy with my Karmin.

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All reviews and opinions are 100% Living Smart Girl’s.

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