Another Influenster Box! The Vitality Box

*I received this box from Influenster for free for testing purposes.*

I received my Influenster Vitality Box about two weeks ago and I can say that I always enjoy what Influenster has to offer. Unexpected items that I have seen, thought about trying or have never heard of before.  This box included various items such as:

• First Degree Advanced Burn Cream (Retails $5.97-$8.99)
• Playtex Sport Fresh Balance tampons (Retail $3.99)
• Elizabeth Arden FLAWLESS FUTURE Powered by Ceramide Caplet Serum (Retail $60 for 1.0 fl oz)
• Pure Leaf Iced Tea
• Softlips Cube (Retail $3.49)
• Bikini Ready Energy Gummies (Retail $14.99; select Influenster members received this item).

Overall, I can say that I am completely satisfied with the box.  I have to start using the Elizabeth Arden more, but from the time that I did use it, it was smooth, soft, and gentle on the skin.  I just turned 28 almost two weeks ago so it is time that I started being more thorough with my skin care regimen.  The Bikini Ready Energy gummies were really good.  I only had a sample of two but I could see that going into my dietary regimen (once I begin a good one again lol).  One item that I really love is the Softlips Cube.  I currently have been using the EOS lip balm and I can say that the Softcube is giving EOS a run for their money!  It has shea butter in it and it glides on much smoother than the EOS lip balm.  I tweeted that it felt like butter on my lips and it really does!  I would definitely go to the store to make that purchase once I have used all of it up.  (Shameless plug follow me on Twitter and Instagram @ebanx15) :)

The Pure Leaf tea was very good.  I think I have tried it before but what drew me more to it this time was that I actually read the label and it is fresh brewed tea with no preservatives so its natural.  That let me know that this would be the tea I reached for if I was in the grocery or convenience store.  I haven't had the chance to try the First Degree Burn cream but I did swatch it and its a typical cream that glides on well and absorbs into the skin.  Also I haven't tried the Playtex Sport tampons and I am looking forward to that as I have always been a Tampax girl.  I'm not as active as I was before but I'm looking for the coverage to see if it would be good to use when I am active.  I do work retail so I spend much time walking around and on my feet so that would test the protection as well.  

As always Influenster has YET to let me down!  I enjoy the program very much and I hope I get to continue to receive boxes.  Testing these items becomes the highlight of my day! ^_^

Until next time...

Peace & Happiness :)

~Erika

Final Review: Dove Advanced Care Deodorant with NutriumMositure

I WAS NOT COMPENSATED FOR THIS POST, HOWEVER I DID RECEIVE A SAMPLE FOR MY REVIEW.  ALL OPINIONS ARE MY OWN AND NOT INFLUENCED IN ANY WAY.  


I can say that I have been a HUGE fan of Dove deodorant since it was released!  I was one of those teens who had trouble finding the right deodorant and I can say that before Dove released their brand of deodorant I went through them ALL!  Lady Speed Stick, Mitchium, Degree, Suave, Secret, Arm & Hammer, Teen Spirit, Arrid...you name it and I can say I probably tried it.  The funny thing about the Dove deodorant though was that I could NOT use any other scent than Powder. Original and Radiant Silk made me stink and sweat even more.  I didn't even give it a second thought to try any other scent they released. 

I was a newbie to Influenster when I was gifted the Dove Advanced Care Deodorant with NutriumMositure.  I was open and willing to try this product because 1) it was Dove and 2) it stated that it had 48 hours of protection.  My only doubt was that I was deciding to go against using anything that was an antiperspirant since it has been linked to cancer.  I figured hell I've been using it all my life no need to not try this one out.  So I did away with my Dove Powder Deodorant and gave the Advanced Care a try.  So worth the wait!  I had used it for the first two days and noticed that I did not sweat as much as I had before and that my underarms were not producing a musty smell.  Dove Powder seemed to work for me, but this really did the trick!  It's like working with good, better, and best.  The Powder was better, but the Advanced Care was best!

I haven't really taken note to whether my underarms were getting lighter as I was using the product.  To be honest, I had been a little lazy and slacked on shaving my underarms.  But I can say that when I did shaved and swiped the deodorant under my arm, it was smooth, it didn't burn, and I still felt like I was getting the protection I needed.  Speaking of protection needed, I tend to sweat during the night as well and I felt that this kept me from sweating.

The smell of the product was great; light, but a good smell.  The only con that I didn't care for was the deodorant at times felt very moist and soft.  I liked the smoothness of it, but if I wasn't careful with placing the top on correctly, I would chip off some of the deodorant.  I would like it if it was a tad, and I mean TAD bit harder, but kept its smoothness.  However, that is not a con that would make or break me from buying the product.  If the texture remained the same I would buy it again and again because of the protection and coverage.  

I also like the packing of the product.  The product comes in many different scents.  However, since my body tends to reject certain scents, I think I will stick with what I have been using which seems to be the most popular brand.  I do like the fact that they have given women (and men) the option to select from various different scents.  And from what I believe the Advanced Care offers more product than the regular Dove deodorants.  

Thank you @Dove for continuing to follow through in promoting great products and thank you +Influenster for allowing women like me to experience such an awesome opportunity to find things that we love and share them with others!

Peace & Happiness :)

Erika

*This is me and my armpits!  LOL!  I swiped once to see the consistency of the product and the right side is from work and getting home 12 hours later.  I like the fact that I don't have deodorant caked up under my arms, its smooth like I don't have on deodorant, yet I'm still protected!  Thank you again @Dove and @Influenster *

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