Influenster Curel Itch Defense VoxBox

Another Influenster post again! I was lucky enough to also be chosen to review the Curel Itch Defense VoxBox. I was sent the full-sized spray on lotion and the travel-sized shower gel. (I will post up pictures later).

In the colder seasons, my skin gets really dry and itchy. I've tried basically everything that's sold in drugstores. I've tried Cortisone 10, Hydrocortisone,  Cortisone cooling gel, and other creams/gels that just haven't been working for me. My itchy, dry skin was so bad that I've left scars on my skin from constantly scratching.

After trying the Curel Itch Defense products after a month, I have to say that they're the same as all the other products I've used to "help" my skin. Since the spray on lotion was full-sized, it was hard to spray it on using just one hand--I have short hands and this year my arms itched the most. The shower gel was decent. I loved the smell, but like all other products, it just didn't do anything for me.

Overall, the product was average. I'll probably use the coupon I received in the VoxBox to purchase the actual lotion and try that and see how it goes. My skin is probably in worse condition than others, so if you only have mild dry, itchy skin, then perhaps this is the product for you.

Influenster Homecoming VoxBox Unboxing Video

I'm back with an unboxing video! Hope you like it! If you don't know what Influenster is please click on the link below to my blog post explaining what Influenster is and how you can get a VoxBox:

http://cpickl3.blogspot.com/2012/10/h...

This VoxBox has everything perfect for college students: snacks, health and beauty items, and scholarship information!

Products mentioned (in the order of appearance):
Kettle Brand Potato Chips
Luden's throat drops
Red Vines licorice
Olay Active Botanicals Refreshing Gel Cleanser
SinfulColors SinfulShine Nail Polish

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****All products were sent to me for testing/review purposes. Any reviews are my absolute, honest opinions!

Influenster Dean's List VoxBox Review!!!!

Hi everyone! Long time no blog!

It's been forever since I've posted up a blog entry.

It's all because I'm such a dedicated college student :)

Anyway, it's that time again to do a review on another one of Influenster's VoxBoxes.

I'll be reviewing the Dean's List Voxbox, the "college" voxbox.

See, so I was a dedicated college student, otherwise Influenster wouldn't have sent me this VoxBox!

If you don't know what Influenster is please click on the link below to my blog post explaining what Influenster is and how you can get a VoxBox:

http://cpickl3.blogspot.com/2012/10/have-you-ever-heard-of-influenster.html

HAJIMEMASHOU! はじめましょう。

OR, LET'S GET STARTED!

First, let me point out that I was sent this VoxBox for free from Influenster.

I'm not obligated to review the items in the VoxBox!

My reviews are 100% honest and not at all jaded because I received these items for free.

Now that that's all cleared up...

This is the first product that I pulled out.

I. LOVE. CANDY. PERIOD!

I received the fruit flavor in my VoxBox.

I started eating them right away! I couldn't resist!

At first, I thought they were gum, but they're actually more like bigger versions of Skittles.

Or, in this case, rolled up ball versions of the regular Air Heads.

KISS Looks So Natural Lashes in Sultry

I love lashes, so I was stoked when I saw this in the VoxBox.

However, I wasn't fond of this particular style of lashes.

I prefer more dramatic looking lashes, because I have thin, Asian lashes.

These are a little longer than my natural lashes,

so they're great to wear on a daily basis or even to work since they're not dramatic.

Here I am wearing the KISS lashes.

As you can see, with my eyes open, you can't tell that I'm wearing any lashes,

but if you're up close and if my eyes are (slightly) closed you can see the lashes.

I'm not a huge fan of KISS lashes, but I highly recommend their eyelash glue.

This is the best eyelash glue I've ever tried. It keeps your eyelashes on!!!!

By the way, this wasn't in the VoxBox. I just wanted to point this out :)

Sinful Colors Nail Polish in No Text Red

Wear No Text Red to campaign against unsafe driving!

No texting and driving!

I love their message that they're sending with this nail polish.

I typically don't wear red nail polish, because all the ones I've tried have never looked good on my skin tone. However, this shade is perfect! I'm surprised at the quality of Sinful Colors nail polish. It's a fairly cheap brand, so I just assumed that the quality wasn't as good as Essie or Sally Hansen. After trying out this nail polish, my opinion completely changed--perhaps it's the formula. I only need one coat to paint my nails and this nail polish is extremely shiny! Love it :)

Softlips Cube in Vanilla Bean

Influenster was totally reading my mind because vanilla bean is my favorite frappuccino flavor! I love how Softlips has different scents from competing brands. Vanilla bean is different unlike the usual strawberry scent. After I applied the lip balm, I felt a slight cooling effect on my lips. I love how the packaging is clear. It will be easier to see when my Softlips cube is almost done.

Covergirl Ready Set Gorgeous Liquid Foundation

I love the packaging. It almost looks like a BB Cream, except it has better coverage. When I first applied this on, it was a little too light for me, but after setting it with powder and allowing it to sit for a few seconds the color "adjusted" to my skintone. One important thing is that a little goes a long way.

Pilot FiXion Ball Clicker Erasable Pens

Once again, Influenster did it!

I collect pens and have a whole stash of different colored pens.

So, I was super excited when I saw these in my VoxBox.

I received two, one in black and another in light blue.

They're clicker pens, so you simply press down on the clicker and the ink part pops out from the pen. I wished that the black pen was darker. I prefer very dark black pens. This one was a little light for me, but it writes and draws nicely. They ARE erasable. They won't leave eraser shavings, although they may tear your paper if you erase too hard.

The last product in the VoxBox was the Playtex Sport Fresh Balance Tampons.

What can I say? They're tampons! #PlayOn using these Playtex tampons because no one likes wearing pads when they're working out or playing sports. I'm not a sporty girl, so I prefer to play Just Dance 2014 in the privacy of my own home. 

What did you think of the Dean's List VoxBox?

Thirsty Thursday

Thirsty Thursday

Meet Arthur Tweedie, water critic, and PUR advocate.

Watch him chug cups of PUR filtered water in the above link/video.

I can't even chug water that fast.

I'm from Wisconsin and I can't even drink beer that fast either!

I bring my state to shame :(

Anyway, Arthur Tweedie is freaking amazing!

He's a connoisseur, educator, perfectionist, linguist, socialite, and much more...or so it says in this video below.

I don't know about you, but I was very much under-educated about the water I drank.

I assumed that the city, state, or government tried to filter out the sink water, but I really didn't know what was still left in the water. So, I told myself I'd never drink sink water. But, I still used sink water to fill my ice trays and in a sense, I'm drinking sink water. As obvious as that sounds, I didn't realize that until Arthur Tweedie tweeted about it. I totally recommend watching his videos. Their informative yet entertaining! He definitely made me think about my water drinking habits!

Tastykake Kandy Bar Kakes Review

Thanks to Inflluenster for providing me the chance to try out this delicious snack in the Influenster Spring Fever VoxBox. If you're wondering what Inflluenster is, click here: http://cpickl3.blogspot.com/2012/10/have-you-ever-heard-of-influenster.html

I just want to point out that I am not reviewing this product, on good terms, because it was sent to me. I wasn't required to do so; everything is my own, honest opinion.

As you can see from the pictures above, this snack is DELICIOUS! It's so good...even better than Twinkies. It's the s'mores without the mess! This would taste even better if it were warmed up a bit. That would be like the actual s'mores. It's made with Hershey's chocolate for the outer layer, vanilla cake, and then the inner layer is vanilla cream (I believe). This just melts into your mouth. When I first took a bite out of this...I was in heaven. I had to even fight to get a bite out of it! My nieces and nephews each wanted a piece of it. I have 4 of them and...yeah...this isn't enough for us all!

Here are the nutrition facts

It's not very healthy, but what cake snack is? Rarely any! We have to indulge once in awhile, y'know!

Now, if you're interested in purchasing this, or other flavors/products, you can visit the Tastykake website. The online shop is currently down, but if you live in the East Coast or Southeast, then...LUCKY YOU! You can find all the locations on the website. Try one out and let me know what you thought! <3

Broadway Nails imPress Press-On Manicure Review

Thanks to Inflluenster for allowing me to be able to try a different set of the Broadway Nails imPress Press-On Manicure. This was in the Influenster Spring Fever VoxBox. If you're wondering what Influenster is you can read all about it here: http://cpickl3.blogspot.com/2012/10/have-you-ever-heard-of-influenster.html

I just want to point out that I am not reviewing this product, on good terms, because it was sent to me. I wasn't required to do so; everything is my own, honest opinion.

These nails aren't like the usual, fake nails that involve glue and a BIG mess. They're fairly easy to apply and take off--unlike when you professionally get your nails done. There's a tape on each nail and you just peel the tape off, stick and hold the fake nail onto your desired fingernail. They come in all sorts of colors, patterns and sizes. You can get the popular french tip set for both your fingers and your TOES! You can also get them cut short or long, which I think is awesome! I love having the choice to pick between short or long :)

Now, the real question: is this worth the money ($5.99-$7.99)?

I say yes and no.

Reasons I say YES:

1) fast to apply

2) variety of colors/patterns

3) not messy

4) great for emergency situations like a photoshoot, wedding, party, etc.

Reasons I say NO:

1) noticeable that they're fake nails

2) if you're regularly washing your hands, or something, then they come off easily

3) depending on your amount of activity these may/may not last a week

Hope you liked my review. It's brief and easy to read!

A&F cologne dupe = BBW Candle

I never used to be a candle fan until Influenster sent me a Bath & Body Works Mini Candle in Mahogany Teakwood. It smells amazing just like Abercrombie & Fitch cologne. I remember one time I mentioned to someone that I want to smell like or just smell the scent of Hollister/A&F everyday...and now I can! I have become a candle lover over the past few days. I even bought my first ever candle (with my own money) the other day. I'll post pictures next time since I didn't take them out yet. Do you guys LOVE BBW candles too? Comment below and tell me which are your favorite(s)! And, if you love A&F cologne like me...then Mahogany Teakwood is for YOU!!!!

My Halloween 2012 Look

Have you figured out your Halloween look yet? Maybe mine will inspire you to do something! Or, perhaps it'll be your Halloween look this year! I'm going to be a zombie...or better yet, a zombie doll

This is how I first looked before I applied the makeup

After the makeup, with the original wig

My finished zombie doll look...w/o the blood...YET

Me w/o the wigs on...which do you prefer?
Wig or no wig?

PRODUCTS USED:

NYC New York Color Individual Eyes in 0156-08 Dark Shadows
(sent to me from Influenster.com)

Cynthia Crowley Your Best Friend Eyebrow Pencil in Universal Taupe

Revlon PhotoReady Foundation in Golden Beige
(my lightest colored foundation)

DUO Eyelash glue (dark colored one)

Eyechanger.com white contacts
(these were sent to me for free awhile ago)

Urban Decay Naked Palette 2

any kind of toilet paper, or tissue for the scar

Influenster Beauty Blogger VoxBox 2012 Unboxing

Hi everyone! Remember me talking about Influenster? Well, here's my first unboxing video for the Beauty Blogger VoxBox 2012. If you didn't catch my blog post about Influenster you can scroll down more and look for the post, otherwise watch the video and I'll briefly explain it. Hope you enjoy!

Below are pictures of the products and my first impression of them:

Not Your Mother's Kinky Moves Curl Defining Hair Cream

First impression: I've heard of this brand before and heard great things about it. I can't wait to try it! Hopefully it will improve how my hair behaves when I curl my hair since it usually falls flat.

Goody Simple Styles Spin Pin

First impression: I'm not a huge fan of pins and I also don't do much with my hair either. But, I'm willing to make an exception to try this out and review it.

Bath & Body Works Mini Candle in Mahogan Teakwood

First impression: To me, this smells just like A&F colgne! I love it and can't wait to light it up. This would be so much cheaper than buying the cologne...especially for my BF. Next to the candle is a coupon that you can use to save $10 on a 3-wick candle.

Kiss Ever Pro Lashes Starter Kit

First impression: They look nice and seem like they'll function well. I DO need a new pair of lashes anyway.

EBOOST Dietary Supplement

First Impression: I do love energy drinks so I guess I'll probably love this too. Plus, a college student like me needs all the energy she can get!

NYC New York Color Individual Eyes Custom Compact in Dark Shadows

First impression: Aw, it's cracked! Damn it! As you can see in the picture, the packaging isn't covered with glitter...it's covered with eyeshadow fall out! Despite that an eyeshadow in here is cracked, I can still work with it...and I love how this has a primer and illuminator.

Vitabath Fragrance Mist in Luscious Lemon Creme

First impression: What am I supposed to do with it? I'm guessing I just spray this on when bathing to smell good? I'm not fond of lemon scents, but at least I'll smell clean :)

BTW, this was the bonus item given to select members. The other bonus item was Boots No. 7 Beautiful Skin.

That's it! Remember to subscribe to my YouTube channel cpickl3 and go check out Influenster to find out how you could receive a VoxBox. Also, note that I will be doing a separate review on the products mentioned here once I officially try them out.

Have you ever heard of Influenster?

Do you think that you're influential? Are your reviews helpful to other people?
Or, do you just generally LOVE doing reviews? I know I do!!!!

I recently started being more active on a website called Influenster and it's where you can review everyday products whether it be clothes, makeup, you name it! The more active you are on the site the more likely that you're going to be picked to receive a VoxBox. What is a VoxBox? To me, it's almost like getting a Birchbox, or monthly subscription box full of goodies...except this is WAY better. Of course, not just anyone gets it. You have to be dedicated and ACTIVE on the site to be able to receive one. Once you do, there are tasks that you may perform to increase your score.

For example, you can take surveys on the website, submit a fashion blog, a beauty video, and lots more! Also, the more active or influential you are on social media sites...the better! Say, you have a Twitter account and you're constantly tweeting...you can unlock the Twitter Badge--this is just an example, it's not the real name of the badge. That gives you a better chance on receiving a VoxBox.

Now, what else do you do with the VoxBox? Try out the products given in the box and review them. Write reviews about them on the site, your blog, or even post up a YouTube video. This is a fun-tastic site to do something that you love. It's not just about receiving a VoxBox. For me, YouTube and Blogger aren't the only two places that I can share my love of fashion and makeup :)