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Monday, December 21, 2015

Bead & Reel Detergent- Gentle for All

Bead & Reel, an ethical boutique focusing on offering eco-friendly, cruelty-free, sweatshop-free styles for the conscientious woman. Everything they sell meets the criteria of being thoughtful to animals, people, and the world all through their carefully curated selection of hand-picked designers and products.

Awesome clothes, accessories and more plus a new laundry line rounds out their well-thought out inventory.

Their Laundry Care Set is vegan, cruelty-free, non-toxic, biodegradable, plus  Made in America. These Roux Maison’s Delicate Detergents provide an all-natural solution to removing perspiration salts, body odors, and stains common to your most fragile items.

Made in Nashville, Tennessee and made of Purified water, Non-hazardous biodegradable surfactants, Non-hazardous biodegradable salts- you can't beat that, especially if your skin is sensitive or you don't like overly harsh or flowery smells (like me, i just want my laundry to just smell clean..no meadow of roses scent needed."

Get these and try on your laundry today- you'll have a better day!

Tuesday, December 15, 2015

Candy Lipz Lip Plumper Review

Who wants a perfect pout? I know I do! I don’t spend a lot of time taking selfies of 'my duck lips' with a computer camera (as if!) or my cell phone, but it’s mainly because I don’t do duck lips very well.


What I would like is a pretty pout, lips that are plumper than what I’ve got but not sure collagen is my thing. So when I got sent the new Candy Lipz Lip Plumper, I was intrigued!

The plumper is a small ‘apple’ with a circle opening and a little jelly ring cushion. You bring your lips to it; push in the bottom of the apple whilst sucking in, and the suction pulls your lip into the lip shape, thus plumping it.
I did it wrong the first time, making an O with my lips and sucking that through the circle. Totally did plump my lips, but it left a mark- a hickey, really- above the top lip and below the bottom, so I had to cover up the mark with some foundation.
The Lip Plumper is working!


The trick with this is to draw your lip into the single or double-lobed area that is lip-shaped, not just into the circle or it will plump your pout in a circular way. 

It does pull on your lips, it is suction creating the pout, and be careful not to leave on too long or it will sting or bruise. I know, it looks funny, so don't go to the store with this on! Do it at home, at night. 
Read all the instructions before use.

This is def a trial and error product. It won’t work for everyone. The site shows full and sexy lips, after many uses, I keep trying mine.

I liked this- trying it was fun, and gave me a plump pout that stay for 48 hours or so (a week out, so that worked!) Use only when your lips are dry, and use some lip gloss on them after.

Also, these pictures are from just one use. The Candy Lipz site shows much plumper pouts with more use.
Plumper pout, try it out!


I have one CANDY LIPZ to give away!!!  Share this blog post on your page, and tell me what your NYE resolution is for 2016 in the comments below!

*Item supplied to review.

Wednesday, December 9, 2015

Engchik's Gift Guide


Christmas is in just 12 days (give or take 24 hours)!

Here is Engchik’s lineup of gifts to get that the whole family and friends will love!


Add a touch of the holidays to the home with a “Baby it’s cold outside” pillow; give a gift that celebrates a new home or bring the hostess a gift with a zip code pillow; celebrate that cute new baby with a set of onesies or receiving blanket. 


Show a loved one how much you care with an “I Love Us!” pillow and wrap everything up in a monogrammed Santa sack! All from Peppermint Twist, their line of monogram home accessories, onesies, receiving blankets, Santa sacks and more make for fun gifting galore. 
All items available from Peppermint Twist can be personalized to fit any need, holiday, memory, etc. 


Hatley.com vest

Need to get some great outerwear for babies, kids, and mom and dad? Hatley has fabulous, stylish outdoor dressing for everyone. 

The vests have cute hoods, the baby items are warm and adorable- such as baby raincoats and baby bundlers. 
 I have a vest and I adore it! so warm and stylish!
(Prices as marked on each item via the website)



Need a great gift for the outdoor runner in your life, or the teen who loves her music? 

Music Muffs are stylish, warm, and functional, offering convenience and music in one cute package. Each pair of Music Muffs has been outfitted with advanced audio technology that can answer calls, control volume and shuffle through playlists at a touch of a button. 



Soft, premium faux fur, a relaxed, adjustable fit, and a durable nylon braided cable ensure they're ready for a walk through any winter wonderland. From Yatra, retail: $34.99






For the guy that has everything, the Magic Opener is a perfect gift. Opens bottles and cans with ease and for those with limited arm strength or arthritis, the Magic Opener features an ergonomic handle - it’s even easy for the kids to use! 

It’s compact, convenient, portable, and magnetic. Stick it on the refrigerator for easy accessibility or on your BBQ grill.
It also fits nicely in your backpack or glove compartment for when you are tailgating. 
$24.99 at www.magicopener.com





For the rocker in your life, hang your memories ‘framed’ in a 22 IN mountable drum display that literally pops off the wall. 

Offered by www.SelectaHead.com, these completely customizable drum displays are the only collectible of its kind on the market. 

Simply upload your favorite memories (images) to the Select a Head website, receive an emailed mock-up, approve and your customized drum display is delivered ready to be hung (drummer not included). 

Select a Head also offers licensed drum displays featuring Iron Maiden, Jimi Hendrix, Motorhead, Korn, Godsmack, Queensryche, and more.



The hytail hat is great for the golfer or runner on your list. “I was frustrated with the lack of functionality traditional baseball caps offered women and wanted to create a hat that would fit our needs,” said Hytail Hat creator Tess Rogers.
The patent approved Hytail Hat is designed with a high arch and a two inch band that lifts the ponytail up, allowing women to wear their hair high in a ponytail, with or without a hair band. No more wispy flyaways, and a hat that is fashionable and fun, in all colors.



And don’t forget yourself too! You’ve worked hard this year! 
Enjoy it! 
Happy Holidays from Engchik and family!

Tuesday, December 8, 2015

Nudy Patooty Keeps You- and Holiday Outfits- Fresh & Gorgeous

This holiday season, feel free to wear all the sequins, satin, and wool you wish, as long as you are rockin' the Nudy Patooty underneath!


A women's 'undershirt' made of certified organic bamboo fabric, this unique underpinning boasts Dual Dry technology to wick away sweat under the arms, so stains never happen in the first place. 

The ultra-soft bamboo fabric — also eco-friendly and sustainable — also helps regulate body temperatures unlike other camisoles that don’t breathe at all. 

The comfortable base layer hides lumps and bumps and gently smooths the figure, while extending the life of outer garments.



Nudy Patooty also saves time and money! No need to dry-clean your fine and expensive clothes, wear the Nudy Patooty underneath, then just toss in the wash when it’s dirty, and save your silks, satins, and wools — and dry cleaning budget — for another day. 

Nudy Patooty is a leader in innovative undershirt solutions for women and the first-to-market these revolutionary solutions. Nudy Patooty undershirts are sustainably sourced and made in Canada. This unique new product line also makes great stocking stuffers for those conscientious fashion lovers on the holiday list! Styles and prices range from $46 to $56.



* Item was furnished for review.

Thursday, December 3, 2015

His and Hers Makeovers at Salon Rosa M on the Main Line

As I walked through the door to Salon Rosa M, I immediately felt comfortable. Beautiful Rosa and her team welcomed my friend Tim and I, and we sat down with glasses of wine. 
Melissa cuts Tim's hair.
Tim sat down under the experienced eyes and scissors of Melissa as she gave him and excellent haircut and used awesome hair products from The Salon Guy. Tim Hennessey, Executive Director of the Pottstown BrewFest,  loved his new haircut and style.

 

Rosa and I discussed a new hair color and highlights. I wanted to stay blonde, but remove a bit of the brassy color that was creeping into my hair from chlorine and swimming. She foiled up my hair and talked about her start in hair. 
Rosa dry-cuts Christine's hair, see the lavender undertones!
Rosa is first and foremost, and artist. She was focused on art in the early part of her life, and soon transferred that love of art into the beauty and styling of hair- and hair is an art. She learned from some of the best stylists in the city, and opened her own salon in Narberth.
Salon Rosa M


 Rosa’s unique methods- dry-cutting- and impeccable style and grace has earned her a place in the industry with a fabulous team and great space- local Philly celebs come to get beautified. I loved how Rosa really listened and worked on an amazing hair care solution for me. 

I had even joked that I wanted blue and silver hair like Elsa, or something fun like purple. While I was getting my hair rinsed out, she added a very subtle lavender undertone, highlight the back and ends with a purple rinse, giving it a fun sparkly depth. I haven’t had purple hair since the nineties, so it was great- why haven’t I been doing this all along!
 
Deanna applies eye shadow to Christine's green eyes




This salon is situated on the busy section of Montgomery Avenue on the Main Line is warm and welcoming. 

The salon does organic spray tanning, all hair styles and a carrier of fabulous products, plus, makeup applications. 



Deanna the make-up artiste did my face and made me look gorgeous. Being with these super skilled women all night was very cool. I love the false eyelashes!
Thanks Deanna! xoxo

Salon Rosa M does men’s’ and women’s styles as well as special events such as His and Her Date Nights and Girls’ Nights.

Please follow Salon Rosa M on FacebookInstagram and Twitter.
Call: (610) 771-9900, salonrosam@gmail.com
948 Montgomery Ave Narberth, PA.


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Special thanks to the ever-awesome Genevieve L. Malandra (Gigi),
Director of Strategic Communications of J2 Communications for coordinating this evening.

Special thank yous to Melissa, Deanna, and Rosa for making Tim and I look so great!












Tuesday, December 1, 2015

Make Your Feet and Nails Feel Fantastic with Amopé

I've been looking for a product to soften my feet for a while. I have pretty nice feet, but i wanted great smooth feet! Long walks on the beach didn't quite exfoliate the way I had hoped, even getting regular pedicures wasn't helping- I wanted touchably smooth feet. In the shower I always use a file, but it seemed to rip up my heels more than smooth them. I knew there was something better- I saw a commercial for Amopé and decided to try it out.

I'm now a convert! Gone are the files, the graters, the coarse sticks- and in with Amopé! My husband rubs my feet a lot and he says that me feet feel so soft and smooth. I used the Pedi Perfect Electronic Pedicure Foot File-Regular Coarse device and it is awesome! Try it out- if you have been searching for an easy-to-use, no mess, no pain way to smooth your feet, these products are for you.

Also try the Amopé Pedi Perfect Electronic Nail Care System- buffs nails to a glorious shine, and so easy to use. So long, salon!


*Thanks to Alison Deasy and Amopé - product was provided for consideration and review.

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