NEW Influenster Website launched!!!

Influenster has just launched it's new website.  Yippee!!  Yahoooo!!  There has been a lot of anticipation and excitement for the launch of a new page.  This new page is supposed to be bigger and better!  From what I can tell, it is going to be awesome!  The main problem right now though is the fact that there are "bugs" in the system that they are trying to correct.  So, yesterday, there were a lot of concerns on the Influenster Facebook page.  A lot of people could not get from page to page without getting an error page, but as of this morning (9/28/12), it looks as though most of us can login, navigate from page to page, and unlock badges!  Unlocking badges and other tasks is how you gain more "influence" to other trendsetters that are part of the program and increase your Influenster score (the score is a  new concept introduced on the new site).  I think that the scoring is a good thing because you can see how you compare to other Influensters.  So many people are always asking what they can do to get a VoxBox, and now, I guess they can complete tasks on the new site and increase their score!  That would be at least one suggestion if you feel that you are being over looked for VoxBoxes.  The new site also has a lot more activities to participate in, and I personally cannot wait until I can jump in and really make my mark.  Ever since I have been part of this program, I have thoroughly enjoyed it!  I've participated in two VoxBoxes so far, and I look forward to participating in many many more! 

 
For those of you who do not know, Influenster is (as stated on the website):  a free-to-join community of invited trendsetters who live to give opinions of products and experiences. Influenster creates links between brands and members to reward participation and influence future products. 

The definition of Influenster according to the site is as follows: 
An exclusive online community where tastemakers and trendsetters (such as yourself) come to share the latest and greatest news, places, products, and reviews with each other. 2. The hotspot you just bookmarked on your web browser that turns your social influence into sweet rewards.  So basically, Influenster is a place for culture junkies to come together and share their unique opinions of products and experiences. Active members of Influenster get exclusive access to deals, promotions, and swag from brands that thrive off the input (the good, the bad, and the ugly -- they just want to know what's up).

For more information of Influenster, please visit their page at www.influenster.com and find out what all the craze is about!  New users will have to request an invite.  There is a link on the home page to do that!   

Bath & Body Works NEW & Improved Shower Gel

Bath & Body Works NEW Shower Gel

I received the New Shea Enriched Shower Gel in the 2012 Latina VoxBox that was sent to me by Influenster (www.Influenster.com) earlier in August. I loved the product so much that I went out and bought a full sized bottle (original scent sent was Paris Amour, but bought the full size in Pink Chiffon (one of my favorite scents).  The product was complimentary to test and review.  The product information/review page on the Influenster website states the following about the Shea Enriched Shower Gel:   NEW & Improved! Shower Gel NOW WITH SHEA! Bath & Body Works exclusive formula is now enriched with Shea Butter, making it the richest, bubbliest lather that gives you softer, cleaner skin.Moisturizing Aloe Vera and skin-loving Vitamin E combine for lather that bursts with fragrance!F Exclusively at Bath & Body Works.

This is the product description for the Pink Chiffon Shea Enriched Shower Gel from the Bath and Body Works website: 
Our exclusive formula is now enriched with Shea Butter for softer, cleaner skin in our bubbliest lather ever! Moisturizing Aloe Vera and skin-loving Vitamin E combine with our original Pink Chiffon scent, an ultra-feminine blend of sparkling red pear, vanilla orchid and whipped chiffon musk for lather that bursts with fragrance.

• Our super moisturizing shower gel, now enriched with Shea Butter for lather that bursts with fragrance
  
• Top Notes: Mandarin, Sparkling Red Pear, Peach Nectar, Wild Berries
  
• Mid Notes : Tiare Flower, Jasmine Petals, Water Lily, Apple Blossom

To use the shower gel, all you have to do is pour a button-sized drop on a mesh sponge, for the bubbliest lather. Rinse clean.
  
The Shea Enriched Shower Gel that was included in the Latina VoxBox was the 3oz bottle.  They also have a Full Sized 10oz bottle.  I appreciate the fact that it comes in travel size because it is easy to pack and go.   

Ok, enough of all of the formal descriptions.  I just want to let it be known that I am a Bath and Body Works Junkie!  I'm addicted to the place.  I love their body care and their home fragrance selections.  So, you can only imagine the joy and excitement that I felt when I opened up the Latina VoxBox for the first time!  I was elated!  I have used the old version of the shower gel, so I was able to make a comparison between the old and the new Shea Enriched version.  Let me tell you, the new one was much more bubbly, and the lather was awesome!  This new version literally makes me want to hop in the shower even when I really don't feel like it.  You don't have to use very much either to get that clean feeling.  It only takes about the size of a quarter.  Not only does it do a wonderful job of cleansing, it smells fantastic!  The scent fills the bathroom up for long after I'm finished showering.  This Shea Enriched shower gel does not leave a film or residue on your skin once you are out of the shower and dry!  The shower gel leaves your skin silky, smooth and soft!  I can't say enough great things about this product.  I just want to thank Bath and Body Works and Influenster for giving me the chance to review such a great product from a company that I already LOVE!  The pricing for this product is perfect especially since you can really get a lot of bang for your buck with coupons, receipt surveys for $10 off of $30 purchase and all of the ongoing sales.  I definitely recommend this new Shea Enriched Shower Gel to my family and friends.  I recommend all of the products at Bath and Body Works!   

One last note, you can find Bath & Body Works products at a registered retail store near you or on their website at  www.bathandbodyworks.com!  Suggested retail price of the new Shea Enriched Shower Gel: $11.00 (Full Size, 10oz.), $5.00 (Mini Shower Gel, 3oz.)  Let me tell you how to get more for your money.  Bath and Body Works has an ongoing sale on the Signature Collection line, and that sale is B3G2 or B2G1.  So, if you want to get the full ritual which consists of the Body Lotion ($11), Shea Enriched Shower Gel ($11) and the Fine Fragrance Mist ($14), then you can get two more items (of equal or lesser value) for free!  Also, they have an ongoing sale on the mini sized signature items.  This ongoing sale is 3 for $10.  So, you can get more bang for your buck by purchasing 3 for $10.  One last side note, you can mix and match any of the Signature Collection scents.  Don't forget to use your $10 off $30 survey coupons that come on the bottom part of the receipts, and the other coupons that they hand out in store or the ones they mail to your home! 

Just to show how much of a Bath & Body Works fan I am!  This is only from the Summer '12 SAS!

VEET Wax Strips

VEET Wax Strips

I received the VEET® Ready-to-Use Wax Strips for Legs & Body in the 2012 Latina VoxBox that was sent to me by Influenster (www.Influenster.com) earlier in August.  The product was complimentary to test and review.  The product information/review page on the Influenster website states the following about the wax strips:   The strips are specially formulated to remove hair on legs, underarms and bikini area from closer to the root than shaving for smoothness that lasts up to 4 weeks. 

This is the product description from the Veet website:  VEET® introduces wax strips with HairCoating Technology for perfect results that last. VEET® has specially formulated these wax strips to act like a liquid during application, coating different lengths of hair, even those as short as 2mm. When you remove the strip, the wax locks the hair – for effective hair removal. Suitable for use on your legs, underarm and bikini area. VEET® can give you perfectly smooth skin for weeks longer than shaving.

The wax strips are really easy use and there is virtually no preparation time. You just have to have the time to warm the wax by rubbing it in between both hands (kinda like in the original Karate Kid when Mr. Miyagi rubs his hands together when preparing to heal Daniels leg at the final tournament...ok, I'm dating myself now) and the time to apply it. 

Steps involved in using properly:
1.)  You just have to warm the wax by rubbing it between your hands for about 5 seconds
2.)  Peal the two sides of the strip apart in preparation to apply to area
3.)  Apply to the legs, underarms or bikini area in the direction of hair growth. 
4.)  You then pull if off in one fast motion. 
5.)  After waxing, remove any excess wax with the Perfect Finish Wipe that is provided. 

The package includes 40 full size wax strips and 6 finishing wipes.

I personally found these wax strips to be very effective.  My skin can be sensitive, but they did not irritate my skin enough to keep me from using again.  There was some redness, but it went away quickly.  I would suggest that if you have super sensitive skin, then you may want to test it on a small area of your skin first.  They are so super easy to use and do not take up a lot of your time.  The packaging was easy to handle.  Pricing is right on with what I think a in-home wax product of this caliber should cost.  I definitely will recommend to my family and friends.  

You can buy VEET® Ready-to-Use Wax Strips for Legs & Body at Walgreens, Target, CVS, Rite Aid, Walmart!  For a full list of products, visit http://www.veet.us/.  The suggested retail price is $9.99.

Stash Tea Superfruits

  

Stash Tea Superfruits 

I received the Stash Tea Superfruits in the Mom VoxBox that was sent to me by Influenster.  My family really enjoyed all of the flavors.  They were great either cold or hot!  We will definitely be buying more in the near future!  The sampler pack came with 18 tea bags.  3 each of the following green teas:  Mangosteen, Goji Berry, Pomegranate Raspberry and 3 each of the following herbal teas Acai Berry, Yumberry Blackcurrant and Blueberry.  You can purchase Stash Tea at local grocery stores, tea and coffee shops, club stores, all natural food stores and at www.stashtea.com .  The suggested retail price is around $3.50.  That is not a bad price for 18 tea bags!  Thanks again, Influenster and Stash Tea!

The Many Uses Of Ivory

I received an Ivory bar soap in the Mom VoxBox given to product reviewers by Influenster. This product was complimentary for testing and review purposes from Influenster. Ivory is free of dyes and heavy perfumes, Ivory provides a simple, yet effective clean for the entire family all at a reasonable price. This bar soap is 99.44% pure. I used it personally to wash my face. It is perfect for those of us that have sensitive skin. It does not dry your skin out at all and leaves your skin very soft. The results for me were wonderful. My face was in much better condition and clearer after using it for over a week. There are also many other uses for this product. A lot of people use in for laundry and stain removal. To use in the laundry, all you have to do is shave the soap into flakes and add them to the laundry. You can use it to remove stains by rubbing it into the stain and then throw it in the wash. You will be amazed by the results. Another way to use the bar of soap is for carving. You can have a fun project day with your family by carving the bar of Ivory soap.
You can find your Ivory now at your nearest retailer, including stores such as Walmart and Target as well as any major grocery, dollar and drug store. A 10-pack of Ivory bar soap retails for around $4.49 (bath bar size).
Please go out and buy some Ivory soap. You will enjoy it and will not be disappointed!

Review of Quaker Soft Baked Oatmeal Cookies

I received the Mom VoxBox from Influenster this past month. I throughly enjoyed each product that was included in the box. The first item I would like to review is the Quaker Soft Baked Oatmel Cookie. I received this product complimentary for testing and review purposes from Influenster. My son is the one that tested this product and was so kind as to give me a bite! : ) I really enjoyed it. It tasted better than most soft baked cookies that I have tried in the past. My son really liked it a lot. He said that we needed to go out and buy a big box of them. He is 13 and I’d imagine he would want to eat the whole box of them. Here is some information on the cookies:
-Made with Whole Grain Quaker Oats
-Individually packaged
-Provides a good source of fiber
-Contains 6 grams of total fat per serving
You can find Quaker Soft Baked Oatmeal Cookies at most major retailers. Suggested retail price: $2.69 for a box of 6 cookies
Please go out and buy some! You will not be disappointed! Thanks Influenster and Quaker for the great product!