Playtex Sport Fresh Balance

I received these for free from Influenster and I was very happy to be able to try them out. I'm not a huge tampon fan but I do use them from time to time when I don't feel like wearing a pad. Normally I hate scented feminine products because they have a weird powdery smell but these actually smell fresh and clean and not like baby powder. I have not bought Playtex brand in the past, but I would not hesitate to purchase from them in the future.

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I will definitely keep Playtex Sport Fresh Balance tampons on hand when summer rolls around and I start going to the pool and the beach! The easy application and fresh scent make these tampons perfect for hot summer days! #PlayOn

NYC New York Color Liquid Lipshine

I got a NYC New York Color Liquid Lipshine for free in my holiday VoxBox from Influenster and so far, I'm liking it. I love my lipshine because I got Nude York City which is a very light nude color. I usually wear clear or very light colors, so this is perfect for me. This lipshine smells great and it isn't sticky like some other lip glosses are. The applicator brush makes it easy to put on and it is very flexible. NYC Liquid Lipshine is really inexpensive and can be found at chain drugstores and mass merchandisers nationwide, so it is easy to find and definitely worth buying. There are a lot of different colors, so you can buy them to match your outfit or get a nude color to wear with anything. You can wear this by itself or use it as a top coat over lipstick to make your lips pop. This lipshine is perfect for wearing out because it stays on for a long time and makes your lips look shiny and pretty.  Check out other reviews here:

http://www.influenster.com/review/nyc-new-york-color-liquid-lipshine

Kiss Nail Dress

Another one of the items in my free Holiday VoxBox from Influenster was Kiss Nail Dress. I've never used nail stickers before, so this was my first time trying them out. I keep my nails cut really short so I had to trim the stickers down some, but after that I just filed the ends after applying them and I was ready to go. It took way less time to apply the stickers than to paint my nails and now I have a cool design instead of just a solid color. I like the nail dress because it is so easy to apply and I love having the design on my nails. I'm planning on showing off my manicure this weekend! Kiss Nail Dress comes in 21 different styles and they will fit all nails, so you should definitely try them out, I know I'll be buying these in the future. KISS is a global brand, with products including nail care, cosmetics, appliance, hair care, and salon and spa equipment. You can purchase the Kiss Nail Dress for only $6.99 at all mass retailers and drug stores.

Check them out here:
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Valentine's Day gift ideas

If you’re wondering what to get your girlfriend/fiancée/wife for Valentine’s Day, I’m here to provide you with a list of gift ideas.

For the new girlfriend:

If you're dating someone new and don't really know that much about them you can stick with the basics, and as long as she doesn't have any allergies you should be fine.

• Her favorite flowers (if you don't know what they are you can ask her or just pick some that look nice)
• Box of chocolates
• Stuffed animal

For a long term girlfriend: 

This one requires a little more thought because you'll be expected to know more about her since you've been dating for a while. That being said, the basics are always nice if you're still unsure what to get.

• Favorite flowers (this time you should know what they are)
• Engagement ring (if you're ready to propose)
• Necklace or bracelet (nice quality, but it doesn't have to be heart shaped or Valentine's themed if she isn't into that)
• Weekend getaway (these don't have to be overly expensive- check out living social or groupon for deals)
• Box of chocolate or other candy (simple but still a nice gesture)

For your fiancee:

Your fiancee will definitely be expecting you to know what she likes, so this one takes more planning.

• Favorite flowers (the flowers still work for this category, assuming she likes flowers)
• Weekend getaway or some type of vacation package (check out living social, groupon, or cruise sites) 
• Jewelry or perfume (girls love getting gifts that are nice that they wouldn't normally be able to go buy for themselves.

For your wife:

This is a really important one because you want your wife to feel special no matter how long you've been together.

• Flowers
• Jewelry
• Vacation
• Spa package (great if you have young kids)

No matter what your budget is, you should try to find some way of showing your significant other that you are interested and that she is special. Also, you can't go wrong with dinner at a nice restaurant. 

Quaker Real Medleys Oatmeal

Most of the time I hate oatmeal, especially plain oatmeal. I got a Quaker Real Medleys oatmeal for free from Influenster so I decided to try it since it was apple walnut, and I actually really liked it. There are real apples and walnuts in the oatmeal which makes it taste great instead of bland and disgusting. They come in a little container with a lid, so you can heat it up and take it with you to eat on the go. I'm planning on buying more of these to eat for breakfast on my way to classes. Quaker Real Medleys oatmeal makes a healthy and convenient breakfast.

Goody QuikStyle Brush

I got a Goody Quikstyle Paddle Brush for free from Influenster as part of my Holiday VoxBox, and I love it. At first I wasn't sure whether it would actually work and help my hair dry faster but I tried it out anyway, and it does. I use my Goody Quikstyle brush every time I dry my hair now and it makes getting ready go much faster because I don't have to wait as long for my hair to dry. I love this brush because I have kind of thick hair and without the brush it takes me a long time to dry my hair, but with the brush it takes less time. This is an awesome brush to have!

Homemade Spa

I have my own Etsy shop called Homemade Spa that features sugar scrubs, soaps, and lip balms. Very few people have ordered from me on Etsy so far but several people have bought from me in person and my soaps seem to be a big hit. I'm planning on doing a Valentine's Day gift basket for $15 so anyone who is interested can head over to my site and look at what I have or pre-order their gift set.

http://www.etsy.com/shop/HomemadeSpa