Health & Fitness

FAB FIT FUN – Monthly Subscription VIP Box

December 8, 2013 By The Fashionable Housewife Leave a Comment

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If you haven’t heard of FAB FIT FUN yet, then quite frankly, you’ve been living under a rock. It’s the most popular and BEST monthly subscription service you can subscribe to right now. If you sign up for FAB FIT FUN, you will receive a VIP Gift Box of carefully curated seasonal items four times a year. Each box is just $49.95 and has at least $175 or more worth of products inside.

For example, the Fall box included…

-Gorjana Scarf: A light, airy and totally whimsical canary scarf
-Starlooks 5 Shade Eye Shadow Palettes
-barre3 Standing Slim: Members also get a one-month promo code to access over 100 barre3 online workouts
-Bliss Triple Oxygen Instant Energizing Cleansing Foam
-SPA Ritual Nail Polish in Clarity Diamond Glitter

…… and much more

Click here to sign up for your VIP Gift Box!

This would make a great gift idea! Just sign up for a friend or family member so they can enjoy a year of amazing items!

My favorite items in this month box? Definitely the gorgeous Gorjana scarf and the Spa Ritual Nail polish!

Spa Ritual

I used it on my accent nail (shown above) and it looked fabulous with the sparkly blue nail strips I was already wearing. Click here to “Like” this picture on instagram!

Filed Under: Beauty, Featured, Gift Ideas, Health & Fitness, Holiday Features, Recommended Tagged With: barre3, Bliss, Fab Fit Fun, gift box, Gift Idea, gorjana, monthly subscription, SpaRitual, VIP Gift Box

100% Pure Natural, Vegan and Organic Pregnancy-Safe Makeup

December 3, 2013 By The Fashionable Housewife Leave a Comment

Phew! Now that Black Friday and Cyber Monday are over, let’s get back to business!

I’m 17 weeks pregnant (just in case anyone cares!) and I’ve made a huge change in my beauty routine in the past few months. I’ve switched to all natural makeup, thanks in part to 100% Pure Cosmetic’s all natural, organic, vegan beauty products.

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I recently read several articles about the horrendous and toxic ingredients in mascara. Since mascara is something I wear EVERY DAY I figured it was an important thing to make sure what I was using had helpful ingredients instead of potentially harmful ones. I was pretty addicted to my Covergirl Lashblast Mascara, I must admit, so making the switch to all natural mascara took some getting used to.

mascara The first thing I noticed about 100% Pure’s Fruit Pigmented Mascara was that the container is absolutely darling and it smelled WONDERFUL. I mean, I love putting this stuff on just so I can smell it. Seriously. No chemical scent, just a light, fruity-floral fragrance. I wear “Black Tea” every day now. My lashes don’t look like stunning falsies, but for everyday use this stuff is perfect. Best of all, it washes off easily without harsh makeup removers. It doesn’t dry and get flaky either. It stays on well through out the entire day and doesn’t run or give me raccoon eyes unless I go to bed with it on. But seriously, the only mascara that won’t rub off while you are sleeping is some pretty intense waterproof stuff anyway.

I also replaced my regular foundation with Fruit Pigmented Tinted Moisturizer and I’ve been using Fruit Pigmented Eye Shadow as well. I love the tinted moisturizer but for some reason eyeshadow just DOES NOT stay put on my eye lids without Urban Decay Potion Primer. Even if I powder my eyelids, don’t put on eye cream or moisturizer, no matter what I try, I just can’t get eyeshadow to stay PUT. This wonderful eyeshadow is no exception… It works wonderful and looks gorgeous as long as I put on Primer Potion first. If I don’t, it’s no where to be seen within an hour.

Here’s a picture of me wearing the tinted moisturizer, mascara, eyeshadow and Naked Lip Gloss from 100% Pure. I posted this on instagram last week.

me with makeup

Lastly, I decided I wanted to eliminate SLS and other chemicals from my hair care routine. Last time I was pregnant, I actually made my own shampoo. I just don’t have time for that now! So I switched to Yuzu and Pomelo Glossing Shampoo and Conditioner. OH. MY. GOD. It smells sooooo gooooood. Course I love anything that smells like grapefruit and I recently realized about 50% of the products in my bathroom, are grapefruit scented. I guess “Pomelo” smells just like grapefruit because I’m in love with this shampoo and conditioner. Plus it makes my hair really silky and soft. I’m hooked. I don’t think I will be switching back to my regular shampoo and conditioners after baby arrives in May.

Overall, I highly recommend 100% Pure Cosmetics if you are looking for a more natural alternative to drugstore makeup.

100% Pure provided me with the products for this review/post.
My thoughts and opinions are my own, regardless of monetary compensation.
My opinion is that 100% Pure Products are awesome.

Filed Under: Beauty, Cruelty Free, Eyeshadow, Foundation, Makeup, Mascara, Organic or Eco-Friendly Tagged With: 100% Pure, 100% Pure Cosmetics, fruit pigmented makeup, Natural, natural mascara, Organic, pregnancy safe, Vegan

A Girl’s Gotta Spa! Campaign to Launch Natural Bath and Body Line

November 7, 2013 By Guest Blogger Leave a Comment

My name is Shannon Smyth, founder of A Girl’s Gotta Spa!, a beauty blog that just celebrated its 8th year!

I’m SO excited to tell you about our newest venture–creating our namesake natural bath and body line!

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Just like you, I too, am tired of hearing all about the next “trendy” ingredient. Brands are launching products just based on this ingredient alone (and most of the time it is the last ingredient on the label, which means it is barely in it!)

Just like you, I too, am tired of hearing how this or that product is the next “miracle” product that will solve all your skin care woes…heck it’s even a multi-tasker and it’s going to de-frizz your hair, make your nails grow stronger AND make you feel better about life in general. How could you possibly not want it??

Just like you, I too, am tired of reading advertisements and brands boasting the amazing effects of their products, even photoshopping to try to make you believe this is JUST what you NEED.

I don’t claim to have developed a bath and body line that is so unique that it will blow you out of the water–no trendy ingredients, no miracle solution.

What I do have, is something purely honest and simple, something effective and natural. No marketing hype. No photoshop.

body butter

My product line is for women who read the labels. Women who care about not only what goes IN their bodies, but ON their bodies. Women who are looking for an effective skin care solution that aren’t persuaded by hype, but by proof.

A Girl’s Gotta Spa! Bath & Body will be a product line with ingredients that are 94-100% natural and are cruelty free.

It is purely without:

Sounds great, right? But we need YOUR help! While we are in the works of creating the line, we need the funding to actually launch it. Our crowdfunding campaign ends on November 8, 2013 at midnight PST. As I write this post, we are only 8% funded. Our goal is $4600. Perks begin at a $25 donation (can you say Lavender Lip Balm? I can!) However, every donation– no matter how big or how small, MATTERS and makes a difference.

Click here to donate/read all about it: http://igg.me/at/a-girls-gotta-spa

Thank you so much for your consideration! I look forward to bringing you a line that you’ll love and use for years to come!

Filed Under: Beauty, Body, Cruelty Free, Guest Blogger, Lip Balm / Treatment, Organic or Eco-Friendly, Skin Care Tagged With: bath and body, Beauty, natural beauty products

5 Must-Haves For Surviving The Fall & Winter Season

October 18, 2013 By The Fashionable Housewife 1 Comment

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I’ve finally accepted that Summer is over and Fall is here. Yup, I literally had to wait until I had bare trees in my yard to accept this whole “autumn” thing. It’s my least favorite time of year (except for the one week that the fall foliage is gorgeous here in New Hampshire). For me, summer living is easy. Come Fall though, I have a hard time functioning and keeping up. I don’t feel like exercising anymore, I don’t feel like eating healthy things like salads and I start packing on the carbs with apple cider donuts and homemade breads and I don’t feel like waking up in the morning because it’s still dark out when I want to get up!

So I put together a list of my 5 favorite things that help me get through the Fall and Winter season in hopes that it might help some of you to make it through the next few months too!

Back To School or Back To Bootcamp?

August 23, 2013 By The Fashionable Housewife

first day of school

Back to school doesn’t just mean a new routine for your children. If you are a stay at home mom, then back to school means for more time to concentrate on YOU! FINALLY!

Even if it’s a brief break between the school bus pick-up and your drive to work or you get to squeeze in time before bed, all you need is 4 minutes with Mama Mio’s Bootcamp Kits!

If you are like most moms, you feel guilty taking time to concentrate on yourself. Well… DON’T. If you don’t feel good, how can you take care of everyone else? “Me Time” is so important for moms and seriously, you can’t feel guilty about taking 4 minutes on yourself.

Mama Mio’s Bootcamp systems are designed to tone the body and your skin with minimal commitment (just 4 minutes a day) and in 30 days, you will feel (and look) like a new mom!

bootcamp mama mio

Bootcamp for Butts:

Exfoliate, tighten and tone with Mama Mio’s OMega Body Buff, Skin Tight and Shrink-to-fit to insure a great outcome.

Bootcamp for Arms:

OMega Body Buff exfoliates, Skin Tight lifts sagging skin and tricep and shoulder exercises give you the right to bare arms.

Bootcamp for Boobs:

By applying Mama Mio’s Boob Tube and Skin Tight daily, along with a short bust-perking program, you’re sure to get results!

Doubting what a kit can do for you in 30 days? Check out my results here with before and after pictures! The Bootcamp for Butts Kit is amazing!

Mama Mio’s Bootcamp Kits retail for $75 to $99 and can be purchased at www.MamaMio.com

Filed Under: Body, Health & Fitness, Moms On The Go, Parenting, Skin Care, Weight Loss Tagged With: Back To School, Bootcamp, cellulite cream, Fitness, Health, Mama Mio, Weight Loss

Get Outside and Go Hiking This Summer!

July 16, 2013 By The Fashionable Housewife

Exercise is important to good health and general well-being, so it is never too late to begin a regular routine. The more active you are the more energy you expend in the form of calories. If your aim is to lose weight, expending more calories than you take in from eating is an important step in weight loss; unless you’re already very active, anyone will benefit from an increase in their exercise level. One of the best in terms of initial cost, variable levels of exertion and overall benefit, hiking is one of the best exercises for people.

hiking boots

The first step in preparing for hiking as an aerobic activity is making sure you have the right gear. Hiking is an outdoor activity and your feet should be adequately prepared for walking on uneven ground over natural landscapes. A good pair of walking shoes or even a pair of hiking boots from a reputable dealer like theclymb.com is necessary for proper protection. Quality and more importantly comfort are the main factors in choosing your hiking footwear. In making the footwear choices, you should consider what sort of hiking trips you’re going to be making.

For a beginner, it is best to start off slowly; choose even paths with gentle inclines and clearly marked trails. Local parks often have walking tracks that provide the interesting sights of nature while also providing a clean and accessible path to follow. After you have decided what sort of footwear you will need, you should give them adequate break-in time. It is not advisable to wear a pair of hiking shoes or boots directly from the box to the outdoors. If the product description does not give a clear idea, ask a sales representative or phone the shoe or boot manufacturer.

With your new footwear in hand and your hiking path chosen, it is time to consider anything else you might need, like natural fiber socks, a plastic reusable water-bottle for proper hydration, sunscreen, a backpack to carry with if you plan to be outdoors for long periods, and even a walking stick. If you’re new, don’t forget to pace yourself! Injuries from being improperly prepared will derail an exercise program before it has begun.

Don’t forget to join theclymb.com to get all the gear you need at up to 70% off retail price! I just joined and I am amazed at what a huge selection they have. Can’t wait to get some new running sneakers…

Filed Under: Activewear, Health & Fitness, Recommended, Sample Sales, Sponsored Post, Weight Loss Tagged With: Exercise, hiking boots, hiking shoes, summer activities, The Clymb, Weight Loss

28-Day Cellulite Makeover™ Kit Now At Ulta!

June 19, 2013 By The Fashionable Housewife

Summer is coming and there is no better time than now to start fighting back against the cellulite! Dermafactor’s new 28-Day Cellulite Makeover™ Kit targets cellulite from both the outside-in and the inside-out.

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About the Kit:

The real problem of cellulite lies not in the bumps and lumps we see on the surface, but in the fat cells below the surface. They fill with fat and puff up like a pillow, pushing against the skin and creating that “cottage cheese” texture we all hate. And while some men do suffer from cellulite, it’s more common among women because their skin tends to be thinner and more likely to show the visible signs of cellulite.

To make these unattractive lumps disappear, you have to address the problem of the fat cells that lie below the skin’s surface. That’s why people are so excited about DermaFactor’s 28-Day Cellulite Makeover. The clinically documented lipolitic ingredients in this two-part, total-body system not only help visibly smooth, tighten and tone the unsightly, telltale “orange-peel” appearance of cellulite, but will significantly reduce pure body fat around the waist, hips, thighs and buttocks. That’s right… in addition to smoothing away the look of cellulite, the 28-Day Cellulite Makeover actually helps shrink the underlying fat cells, or “pillows,” that are the root cause of cellulite. No topical cream can make that claim.

“Our customers love being able to attack their cellulite with a serious system that really works,” says Chantelle Daines, spokesperson for DermaFactor. “Our two-part thermodynamic fat burning system was specifically designed to both activate lipolysis – the elimination of fat from those stubborn problem spots – as well as produce a demonstrated improvement in visible surface uniformity, smoothness and contour. With a dramatic reduction in pure body fat of exactly 15.6%, our 28-Day Cellulite Makeover is definitely more than just a temporary cosmetic fix… it is truly the ultimate cellulite solution, and we’re thrilled to announce its availability at the luxury chain Ulta!”

What do you think of a product like this? Is it something you’d try to combat your own cellulite? I’m curious to see if it works! I can’t wait to give it a whirl…

You can get it now at Ulta for $69.99! Or buy it online here or order it directly from DermaFactor by calling 1-800-401-0920 or visiting www.CelluliteKit.com. Use promo code 28DAY13 at checkout for free shipping.

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