Monday, April 28, 2014

Bidwell Botanicals

Bidwell Botanicals Shea Butter Sugar Scrub

This stuff is great!! When I was asked what type of products I would like to review I stated I have very sensitive skin, as far as my face goes. 

I couldnt be happier. I especially enjoyed the Chamomile Lavender sugar scrub. I mixed the scrub with warm water, seeing as it was a little rough for my face but when I did this, it worked wonders. I did not use with any other products, being that my skin is so sensitive. 

I scrubbed my forehead,  cheeks and chin which are all areas that I become flaky and dry after using make up.
I was able to actually use this product every other day. It left my skin smooth and soft for a good while. 

Bidwell Botanicals makes amazing scents as well, lemomade, gardenia and chamomile lavender are the scents I had the pleasure of trying. I recommend contacting the friendly representativs at Bidwell Botanicals and find a product that works for you.

Find Bidwell Botanicals on FB or at Bidwell Botanicals

Maty's Breathe Better

Maty's Breathe Better Nasal Ointment


I was really excited to try Breathe Better. I suffer from seasonal allergies and am constantly trying new ways to deal with a stuffy nose. It gets so bad that I find myself trying outrageous and possibly unsafe ways to breathe, especially at bed time. 

Directions say to apply a small amount of the ointment to a cotton swab, I used a  Q Tip, and apply around the inside of the nostril. 

Lets just say I have used this ointment about 10 times in the last week. It works. 

The ointment contains coconut oil,  grapefruit seed extract, lemon balm, cayenne pepper and candelilla wax for texture. These ingredients appeal to me. They seem much safer than any of the other remedies I've tried, such as nyquill which most likely doesnt help me breathe, but rather helps me forget I cant breathe and puts me to sleep, whereas I wake up many times with a dry, uncomfortable mouth. 

Breathe Better didnt seem to work as well on a severely clogged, cant breathe at all nostrile. I mean when there is absolutely no air passing through at all, it worked some but not completely, when I was able to breathe a little after blowing my nose, it worked great.  

Also, the ointment didnt seem to work for extended periods of time.  I'd say about an hour. BUT, when you cant breathe, any type of relief is great. I cherished that hour that Breathe Better worked for me. 

I highly recommend this product for those looking for safe ways to help them breathe. When someone is sick and they are taking any type of medication to try and find some relief, something safe and natural is always a gem. 

Find Maty's on Facebook to learn more about all the great, natural products they offer and to speak to one of their very friendly representativs. 

Wednesday, April 16, 2014

Natural Beauty Argan Oil

I was sent Natural Beauty 100% Narural Argan Oil from Amazon.com for reviewing.


I had seen quite a few commercials for products containing Argan oil and pure Argan oil recently so I was very excited when asked to review Natural Beauty's pure Argan Oil.
I tried this product for 3 days before doing a review but frankly I could have done a review after the first use.

I used the Argan oil in my hair and on my face. When washing my hair I would shampoo and before rinsing I would use 2 pumps of Argan oil and mix it in with my shampoo. I let this sit for about a minute then rinsed. 
My hair felt noticeably more moisturized and softer after the first use.I let my hair dry naturally which usually causes me tons of frizz and I had significantly less frizz than before. I simply ran some oil over my hair to calm any excess frizz and it worked perfectly. My hair stayed soft and manageable until I washed again, I repeated the routine with the Argan oil and got the same great results.


I tried the Argan oil on my face to see if I could keep my face from becoming dry and flaky as it seems to do every few days. I scrubbed my face with just a washcloth and water, because I didnt want any cleaning product to effect the use of the oil. I then rubbed one pump of oil in my hands then rubbed it over my face. I then used water to wash off any extra oil. This was a little hard at first because the oil is thick and just seems like it was too much on my face but I left it and was glad I did! My face stayed soft and smooth for days on end!! I put make up over the oil the next day with no problem. The make up didnt seem to flake or cake on. Even over night my make upndidnt flak as it normally would. My face feels like velvet!!

There are many other uses for Argan Oil such as a whole body moisturizer but I am completely satisfied and happy with the results I have reached thus far. I completely recommend Natural Beauty Argan Oil for hair and face. This product by Natural Beauty can be found on Amazon.com 

This product received ★★★★★

Sunday, April 13, 2014

Nature's Gate Hemp

I began using Nature's Gate Hemp Shampoo and Conditioner about 3 weeks ago.

I could begin and end this review by saying "I LOVE these products! "

I have very thin hair that is extremely frizzy when it dries. 
This product instantly seems to thicken hair when used. When using the shampoo my hair felt thicker right away. I mean of course my hair doesnt become thicker but feels much thicker, stronger and has more body. Also the scent is very authentic. It smells like hemp. It smells natural but is not unpleasant. 
The hemp conditioner works just as well. The scent is pleasant for someone who enjoys the scent of hemp, which I do. The conditioner also makes hair feel thicker and when left on for about 2 minutes leaves hair smooth and I notice significantly less frizz when my hair dries naturally. 
I am a firm believer in using hemp for as many products as possible and Nature's Gate sets the standard in shampoo and conditioner. I completely suggest this product to anyone who needs a product to help with frizz or dryness in hair. Whether you are a hemp supporter ir not, this product will work for you. 

I found my Nature's Gate hemp shampoo and conditioner at Sprouts but they can be found on FB and online as well.