Watch out for Hair Food!

*These opinions are my own.  These should not alter your decision to try the product.  Everyone's hair is different and if you read the WHOLE review you will understand.  Thank you!*  

I started using the Clairol Hair Food about a week ago (insert Shmoney dance) and I used it during a normal wash routine (shampoo, Hair Food, and detangling) and I liked the way that my hair felt after washing and for the next few days.  A few days ago I was washing my face, when I got soap in my hair (don't ask, but I have the Lysol automated hand soap and yeah you get the point) and decided instead of doing my full routine to just use the Hair Food as a co-wash conditioner.  It was fine at the moment and the next day, however, the day after that I felt that my hair was extra dry even after applying my Shea Moisture Curl Enhancing Smoothie for my twist out.  I haven't had the time (or money) to go out and stock up on more products to moisturize my hair so I've had to work with what I have.

SOOOO with all that being said, I would suggest that the Clairol Hair Food to be used ONLY when you shampoo AND condition.  I wouldn't recommend it for girls with 4b/4c or combination hair to just use as a co-wash routine.  It's not made for that purpose and that was a "my bad" on my part.  However, I don't regret it because this natural hair journey that I am on is all a process and I love to learn the ends and outs of what does work and what does NOT work on my hair.

I hope that this review is helpful for those wanting to try the Hair Food and those who already have the Hair Food from purchasing or for review purposes.  I'm looking forward to more hair blogs in the future.

Peace & Happiness

~Erika B~

H2O Hydration! #refreshwithresouces

*I received this item for free for testing purposes from Influenster.  All opinions are my own.*  

The product that I received was Resource Natural Spring Water.  I can say that I enjoyed the water very much but I wish I was sent a case of it to try!  I've been out of the hydration loop for a while.  I haven't been drinking as much water as I should.  This water carries electrolytes so it would be great to drink when you feel dehydrated or after a nice walk/run/workout.  I could see myself getting this water to go from 7-11 or another convenience store.  I looked into having it delivered to my house but I think it's out of my budget right now for what I am looking for to spend on water.  

I would DEFINITELY recommend this water to anyone who is into drinking water and/or living healthy life style.  The water is fresh, tastes great, and convenient as it is in a bottle.  I look forward to #refreshwithresources again :)

Peace & Happiness
~Erika B~

Influenster #ModaVoxBox!

*I received these products for free from Influenster for testing purposes only.  All opinions are my own.*  

It's been a while but I'm coming to you live and direct with another Influenster Vox Box.  This box is the #ModaVoxBox and it contains:  Rimmel London Scandaleyes Rockin' Curves Mascara (Retail $5.49-$5.99), Rimmel London Moisture Renew Lipstick (Retail $6.99-$7.49), Rimmel London Moisture Renew Lip Liner ($5.99-$6.49), Puffs SoftPack (Retail 1 pack for $1.99-$2.49; 3 pack for $4.99-$5.99), Hair Food Moisture Hair Mask (Retail $14.99), Swiss Miss Simply Cocoa (Retial $2.29), Jergens Ultra Healing Extra Dry Skin Moisturizer (Retail $5.99/$6.99), and Resource Spring Water (Retain $1.49).

I will start with the items that I have not tried yet, however I am looking forward to getting into them very soon!  The first one is the Scandaleyes Rockin' Curves mascara.  I feel that I cannot go wrong with this.  I know the applicator brush has some curves on it so I am looking forward to volumnizing and thicker lashes with the use of falsies (I'm not good with falsies anyway).  The card states that the brush is "heart-shaped...creates a fringe of big, curvy and rockin' lashes."  Sounds good to me!  Next is the Rimmel Lond Moisture Renew lipliner.  And although I haven't tried it, I already had this in my makeup stash so I am most forward to using that for lip products that I don't have liners to pair with.  This liner is invisible or clear so it gives your lips the definition needed and prevents the lipsticks from feathering out on your face.  The last item that I have not tried is the Swiss Miss Simply Cocoa. I wanted to try it the other night but I read that it must be used with hot milk and I did not have anymore milk :( Bummer right?!  However, I plan on trying this very soon as I go grocery shopping this coming Wednesday!  This works out because I also received a coupon to save 40 cents off any one(1) Swiss Miss Simply Cocoa product.

The other products I have used I have not been disappointed.  I know that Influenster sends me these items to try for free and it seems like I never rave about how bad they are, but that's because the products are actually good!  I think Influenster does a good job choosing items that a majority of others would like and these products are of high quality and from branded companies (off soapbox).  I have the Rimmel London Moisture Renew lipstick in the color Berry Rose.  The lipstick remains moisturizing and is very pigmented.  The only con that I have (I received another color before and already had Berry Rose in my lipstick stash) is that the lipsticks have this smell to it that I don't care for.  However, the smell does not deter me from using the product.  Next, is the Puffs SoftPack tissue.  Where has this been all my life?  A soft pack of tissue in full size form?!?  I don't have to buy the small travel sizes anymore?!?  I'm sold on that alone!  The tissues are really soft and the packaging is amazing.  I have allergies so most of time especially overnight, I need tissues beside me.  I can sleep with these and don't have to worry about crunching the box up. 

I tried the Hair Food Moisture Mask last week as I had been ignoring my hair and it was getting really dry and brittle.  I think the mask was good.  I have to give it a few more goes before I will label it great.  But for what I needed at the time it worked well.  Came out just like a conditioner and I let it sit and washed it out.  The only thing is the retail price is $14.99 and I really have to LOVE something before I even think about kicking out that price.  However, I did receive a coupon for $3 off.  The product is exclusive to Target (as of now) and I would purchase more if the price is on sale or a temporary price cut at Target.  Plus Target Cartwheel helps me save as well if the product is listed.  I have the Jergens Ultra Healing Extra Dry Skin Moisturizer and this is nothing new to me.  However, I did see that the formula has been reformatted and is supposed to lock in moisture for up to 48 hours.  I always get this lotion for my hands as I HATE to have dry hands (or feet) so for what its worth and the price I think its okay.  Its good in my book because it doesn't leave me greasy and at times it can be a pain because I may have to put it on more than twice (I just have really funky skin).  Last but not least is the Resource Spring Water which is by Nestle.  I think the water was really good.  The part that I liked the most is that the water could be delivered to your home.  What I didn't like is the price.  I feel for bottled water I'm good with getting a non-name brand water to get the job down.  However, if you are one looking for your water to have electrolytes then I would suggest this water.

Overall, this box was good.  I always look to getting Influenster boxes.  It's like waiting for Christmas to open gifts.  What I like most of all is that I get to share my reviews with others and give my open and honest opinion to help others try new and different things.  It also gives me to the opportunity to try things out of my element.  Two thumbs up for this box.  Until next time...

Peace & Happiness
~Erika B~