StarLooks January 2013 Monthly Subscription Box Review

Review by Life According To GreenVics

"Wake up, Grab a brush and put on a little make up."

January's Starbox is one of my favorites.  What a better way to start the new year with a beautiful metallic green "fancy" diamond line pencil, brown liner, Abby Rose bracelet, and "cuty peach" blush.  I've been vying to try a Starlooks brush, and this month had a 858 - Soft Small Dome Fluff Brush. Green is my favorite color so I am loving the metallic like fancy eye pencil, and the bracelet.  

If you don't know what Starlooks is, it's a monthly subscription box that retails for $15.00, but has over 3-4 full size items that are worth x4 what the monthly cost is for subscribing.  

I'm always on the prowl for great make up.  I'm not one to follow trends, or what's the best high-end product out there.  I just like to try different things, and monthly boxes like Starlooks makes it easy for people like myself, that would never try certain colors, and products.   I just recently started wearing make up in my 30's, and I'm starting to enjoy it more.  I always tell people being a mommy blog is not a dirty word,  we like make-up too, and want to feel beautiful.   I really believe if you are in a slump, and just don't feel like even going out, sometimes just sitting at home and trying different make-up helps to feel better.   It made me feel better today.

You can also check out my past Starlooks Starbox reviews to see how far I've come.  

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I received this makeup for free for my honest review.  

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Shari's Berries Cheese Cake Trio With The Half Dozen Strawberries Review

Disclaimer: I received Product for Free to Facilitate a review. All Opinions are my own.

Shari's Berries has a huge variety of different sweet treats, I tried the cheese cake trio with the half dozen swizzled strawberries.  Let me just tell you that it was extremely easy to order.  As soon as I ordered I received two confirmation emails in my mailbox.  

The strawberries, and cheesecakes boxes were just as beautiful as the sweet treats inside. They are sent over night with ice packs to make sure they are fresh.

The strawberries were huge, and sweet.

Really wish I had bought the full dozen! 

The cheesecake trios come in 3" varieties of Rocky Road, NY Style, and White Chocolate.  I am a huge fan of cheese cake so this was an absolute treat for me.  I cut each in squares, and ate them through out the week.  

Even my little man was excited for the huge berries cooler with the treats inside.  Shari's Berries isn't just berries, they have all kinds of gourmet treats.  

My experience was a positive one.  My order came fast, and shipping was reasonable for being delivered when I wanted it.  Also if you are going to order, there are always special promotions.  Try RetailMeNot, and do a search for Shari's Berries.  You can order now and still receive by Valentines!  

I received a gift card in exchange for my honest, open, opinion.  Pictures, and opinion are my own. 

Sjaaks Organic Chocolate Review.

Sjaaks Organic Chocolate is a company that I am such a fan of now. I recently sampled the Chocolate Nuts & Chews Assortment, Eli's Earth bars, and the Chocolate Peanut Butter Bites. My whole family enjoyed every single item. The chocolate melts in your mouth, and knowing that it's made from Organic Fair Trade Chocolate, and Vegan made me not feel bad allowing my Toddler a splurge here, and there. My favorite were the Chews, then the Coconut & Almond Candy bar. My 2 year olds favorite were the Vegan Peanut Butter Bite sized Cups.

Sjaaks Chocolate Nuts & Chews Assortment is made with Gourmet Organic Chocolate. Not only is it a cute 9 chew assortment, it's also very delicious. This would be a great any time, just because gift to someone. Retails for $9.95,  they also sell different assortments like mint, and truffles. Check Sjaaks out.

Eli's Earth bars are extremely delicious. The thing I noticed, and liked the most about these bars were they are not overly sugary. They are just the right amount of sweetness. Also, the bars are certified organic, and 5% goes to charity. Delicious, and giving! Now that's sweet. Retails for $2.29/bar.

Sjaaks has candy for everyday, holidays, or even to buy in bulk for corporate events. I am a fan of variety, and they have that, along with good, organic chocolate. I think we all deserve a treat now, and again.

Don't forget to check Sjaaks out on their website, & facebook.

I received these products for to sample for review.  My opinions are my own, and may defer from yours. 

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Cleaning with Eco Store USA in the bathroom.

I just know you all want to see my toilet.. Haha.  This week has been horrible.  Everyone in my house is sick with a stomach virus, and my 2 year old has ear infections in both ears, along with the stomach virus.  He's on medicine, and is doing a lot better.  I just feel like the house is dirty, so it's almost midnight, the baby is sleeping.. and I am cleaning.

First item from my Ambassador Kit for Eco Store USA I wanted to use was the Non-Toxic Toilet Cleaner (Retails $3.00.)  I thought the way the nozzle bends made it convenient, and easy to squeeze around the hard to reach ledge under the rim of the bowl.  It did do a great job at that.  Another thing that made this product great was the odor, or should I say lack of odor.  There is no chemical smell, because there are no toxic chemicals in the toilet cleaner.

I liked the results of the cleaner.  I thought it made the toilet shine, and I really liked that I was not light headed from chemicals.  I don't care how much ventilation, and if the bathroom fan is on I still get light headed from the other chemicals by being so close to them, and the toilet.

I figured why stop cleaning now? Might as well clean the bathroom sinks, and the glass. For that I used Eco Store USA Non-Toxic All Purpose Spray Cleaner (Retails $3.95,) & Non-Toxic Glass Cleaner (Retails $3.00.)  The Spray cleaner has a citrus scent which is nice.  I love that smell.  The glass cleaner has a Vinegar smell, but it is not strong at all, and does not linger.

Cleaning is one of those things I know it has to be done, but it doesn't mean I have to like doing it, these products made it a less tedious task just by not having an overpowering smell.  Yes, it's fantastic they are non-toxic, and the fumes wont harm you as well.

I received these products for free for being an Eco Store USA Brand Ambassador. You can apply to be part of the movement against nasty chemicals too.

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Purex Crystals for Baby Review & Giveaway

I found the new Purex Crystals for baby pretty awesome.   The smell is not overpowering.  Its a little on the sweet side.  Which is not a bad thing.  The clothes, and his blanket came out  soft, with a fresh sweet scent. I really like that it is even safe for sleepwear. The top lip is the measuring cup.  You take the top off, and flip open the container itself and pour the crystals in.  It's easy to pour, and there are three lines on the top to use to measure the crystals out in.

One lucky follower will win 3 coupons for Free Purex Crystals for Baby! U.S. Residents Only.  Giveaway begins 2/6/2013, and Ends 2/13/2013.  Winner will be chosen at random via RaffleCopter.  Winner has 48 hours to respond to winning email or another winner will be chosen at random.  Good luck!

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I received this product for free for being a Purex Insider.  I was not told what to say, or do.  My opinion may defer from yours! But, it is still honest, and my own.

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Eco Store USA Ambassador GreenVics!

I am officially an EcoStoreUSA.com Ambassador.  Meaning, I get to write reviews, try products, and share samples with my friends.

Little about Eco Store USA:  All of the products are ECO FRIENDLY! They are 100% plant based products (no nasty chemicals.) While also being super concentrated.  Over the next few weeks I will be blogging about these products.  I'm starting to get excited about cleaning!

It's free to sign up to be a Brand Ambassador,  costs nothing, you're selling nothing, you're just signing up to possibly review, and share your opinion to be part of this movement.  The movement for a chemical free home.

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Syncrohearts Game by Dr. Love Review.

Tonight my husband, and I played a game called Syncrohearts by Dr. Love.  Our copy was signed by Dr. Love himself!

The board game play is shaped like two overlapped hearts.  There are 2 game pieces, and 1 dice.  The game starts off by just a Hug, and a Kiss.  Two simple gestures! Then you roll the dice, and wherever you land on you draw a card, or do the action.  The actions were things like Massage,  Kiss.  The cards range from Couples (Both Answer a question about the relationship.) For Example,  One of the cards said, Name three things you enjoy about your partner.  Fun cards, One of my favorites tho was a card that said to plan the next holiday together.  Then there were Hot Stuff cards, Say massage for 20 seconds, or kiss for 20 seconds.  It really is a sweet game to just remember to be considerate, and lovey to one another.  There were also 20 blank cards for writing down "Your Choice", or "Insight" options.  On mine I wrote things like Massage my knee,  What was the first thing you liked about your partner? I really loved that the Start spot, was also the End spot so that hearts also made an infinity loop.  That's really what love is to me too.  The couples cards were very in-depth. Dr. Love has done a great job just putting it on cards things sometimes with time we forget to remind our loved ones for.

I've known my husband since we were 13 years old.  We didn't start to date tho til we were in our middle twenties, and then married with a kid in our thirties.  We have a great, honest relationship (we hold nothing back, and talk it out what's on our minds.) So this game was great for us, we both are pretty playful at times, and pick at one another but I couldn't see my life with out him.  I look forward to playing this game again, and to many more years together!

Wishing you all an abundance of love too!

Don't forget to give Dr. Love for the Syncrohearts Game on Facebook, Twitter,  and Youtube.

I received this game for free for my honest opinion.  I was not told what to write, or say. Both my husband, and I enjoyed playing, and he is the one that wanted to play the game last night.  I really love that he takes an interest in our reviews.  

Giveaway! Lugz Tambora Boots Review. Retail Value $69.99

I am currently reviewing the Lugz Tambora in Vintage Brown during these cold arctic months.  The boots are easy to put on, and to lace up. I have no patience for boots that are hard to put on, and take off when its so cold that you just want to leave all the snow at the door.  I also liked that they have a soft fur lining.  They do keep my feet warm.  I needed a good pair of snow boots that would help keep me warm.

The great thing about Tamboras are their ability to fold down, and to be stylish too.  The toe cap, and heel are made of the same durable rubber as the bottom of the boot.  

Guess what? Would you like to experience owning a pair of these too? One lucky follower will win at random via rafflecopter a pair of Tamboras in their choice.  

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Giveaway! Sweet Andy's Cookies!

"Sweet Andy's Cookies were founded by a former Wall Street financier who left his job to pursue a job that was more fulfilling! When times were tough he began to thank friends and family in his community for helping him out with these decadent cookies! Everybody loved his cookies so much that he decided to launch his own business, Sweet Andy's Cookies."

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HealthySurprise.com Monthly Subscription Box Review

Healthy Surprise boxes are All Natural, Real Foods that are Vegan, Gluten Free, and Soy free.  This box had no chance in my house.  My whole family loves snacks like this.  This is a great way to break in the new year with eating better.  There is no excuse that you have no time, or the energy to buy healthy snacks.

I am hoping you all are a lot like I am when it comes to trying different snacks.  I enjoy a variety of things.  I can't eat the same thing day in, and day out so I like to switch things up.

This is a healthy monthly Subscription box called Healthy Surprise.  It really was a great surprise.  When the box came I opened it right away, and it was packaged in layers.  The first layer (Yes it was like receiving a gift!) had fruit bars, mango fruit leather squares, some bags of different kinds of dried fruit/nut/mixes.  There really was so many items I thought wow! but I wasn't done unpacking.  I then took out the 2nd layer and unwrapped to find huge bags of chocolate granola, more nuts/fruit, freeze dried fruit, chocolate macaroons. The Kale chips were really good too. There really is so much in these boxes that you have to try it.

Every box has full size items in them!! No sample sizes, or the same boring thing.  My family loved this box.  We are going wheat free.  My son enjoys the dried fruit (being he will not eat anything that is wet, so this is how I trick him into eating his vegetables, and fruits.) My husband has been wheat free for awhile now, and he loved the nuts/fruit mixes.  His favorite was one that had sunflower seeds, and pumpkin seeds in with the dried fruit.  We also fought over the macaroons to where I went out and found them at Whole Foods.. for $7.00!! You can get this whole box delivered to you for $33/month that has 16-20 servings, enough for 1-2 people.  I think it's a great deal considering we are human, and we need to eat! I'd much rather eat foods like this.  I also like that I can try different things, and they do all the work for me finding them. If I really like something, I know what to buy when I am out, and about.

Don't forget to send an abundance of love to Healthy Surprise on Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest.  I honestly believe more companies should care like this.

I received this box for free for my honest review, I was not paid to like, or post this.  I just like to try new things! 

ENSTROM Almond Toffee Review & Giveaway

I had the pleasure of sampling World Famous ENSTROMS Almond Toffee.  The Toffee itself is sweet, and easy to eat ( as in when I bit into it, it broke into layers, and melted in my mouth.) There were almost whole California almonds inside the Toffee.  The outside has a delicious coating of milk chocolate, and crushed almonds.    

The Toffee was pretty thick!  The box I tried was a LB of Toffee.  I had planned to break some up, and bake with it, but it was so good that it only lasted a few days.  My hubby dubbed the day it came his "cheat" day from his diet, hahaha.  It really is a great treat. I have to agree that it has a gourmet taste!  

ENSTROMS makes other treats that I am in dire need of trying too.  There are assorted chocolates, truffles, peppermint bark, mint meltaways, even sugar free candies too!  Well worth the click to check them out.

Go give ENSTROMS some sweet, sweet love on Facebook! Also thank them for this giveaway! 

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Solrepublic.com Tracks HD On-Ear Headphones Review

I never noticed how horrible the cheapo in ear headphones I had were til I put on Sol Republics Tracks HD Head phones.  The sound quality blew me away.  Even just small clicks had this in-depth acoustic sound to them, easiest way for me to explain it was it sounded like I was in a closed hallway with high ceilings, that the sound was all around.  I can never go back to those other head phones now.

To really break these babies in, I broke out some P-Funk.  It was nice to block out the Kid show songs, and  whiney-ness for a few!

Depending on the On-Ear head phones you chose (All can be customized by color, which is great!) some have v8, or v10 built in sound engines,  along with deeper bass, higher clarity, and better vocals. I like that there is a volume control on the headphones cord themselves.  The foam on the head phones are extremely soft, and the headphones themselves are flexible as well.  Overall, I am enjoying these! They are also light weight.  

You can find out more about Sol Republic on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. 

I received these Headphones for free to review.  Opinion, and pictures are my own!  I was not paid, nor told what to say.

Build-A-Bear Workshop Heart Warming Love Hello Kitty Review & Giveaway

Well, Hello Kitty!  That dress looks beautiful on you! Where did you get it from?

Build-A-Bear Workshop always has such cute outfits, and animals to make.  This is the limited edition Heart Warming Love Hello Kitty. She is 18inches, and extremely soft. There is a lot of detail on the red layered dress, sequenced purse, to her glittery red shoes. Unclothed she retails for $23.00. Her accessories range from $3.00 to $12.99.

I think she's beautiful. There is honestly nothing I would change about her. It's also pretty cool to have a limited edition Love Hello Kitty too. That alone brightened my day. My son also loved to hug her. She's mine, but I will share with him.

Check out the other Valentine's Day Gifts from Build-A-Bear Workshop! I am in love with the smallfrys. The smallfrys retail for $10.00+. 

Another thing about Build-A-Bear is the Bearville.com community. Even after the excitement of making your own Bear, you can log online to register them, and have fun.

Don't forget to check Build-A-Bear out on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Iphone App, Blog, and you can search for Build-A-Bear on Instagram!

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Honey Bear has been our families Hello Kitty for  going on 15 years, She was full grown when my Mom adopted her from Animal Control.  We don't know her real age.  

Harvey Prince Eau de CREME Spray Review & 5 Winner Giveaway!

With Valentines approaching I just want to smell Sweet for my Sweety!  Age does not matter when it comes to this sweet playful Eau de CREME natural fragrance by Harvey Prince.  My favorite thing about Harvey Prince is the uniqueness of the scents, and the fact they are an eco-friendly company that was tired of those over powering chemical base expensive brands.  

I have Fling, Flirt, and now Creme! All which trigger the senses, but I am in love with the Eau de Creme Spray.  I was sent two bottles of the 8.8ml sprays, and I've already used one! I used it every day for the past month. The best way to explain it is, it's a sweet, chocolate-creme scent.  It's not overpowering, or a fake "sweet" smell.  It's genuine in it's sweetness. It makes me happy when I am wearing it.

Notes: Citrus, Passion Fruit, Rum Raisin, Vanilla, Patchouli, and.. CHOCOLATE! I find it wonderful to have the sweet scent of summer  in this arctic blast weather here in Ohio.  I will not let the grey skies, and bitter cold bring my spirits down! For me, all it takes is a smell to trigger my senses to a better time.

Promo Code: Sweetness  , will get you 15% off Eau de Creme on HarveyPrince.com (excludes samples.)

Another thing I find great about Harvey Prince is the way the oils react to my skin.  Today for instance, I sprayed the perfume on my wrists this morning after I showered, and it's been 5 hours and I can still smell the sweetness.  My husband is always telling me how he just wants to eat me up when I am wearing this.


FIVE! Lucky followers will win a 8.8ml Spray of Eau de CREME too. These retail for $26.00 each.  They also fit perfectly in the car, purse, keep one at the gym!  I know some of you have already won Fling, and Flirt from previous reviews! Good luck, and enjoy!

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I received Eau de CREME for free to review.  Opinion are my own! I was not told what to write, or say! I really do love this perfume.

All Natural Rodo's Balm Review

All Natural Rodo's Balm Review by Life According To GreenVics,

Lip balm to me should always be natural!  Why in the world would any one put harsh chemicals on themselves? Let alone lips!  I recently reviewed Rodo's Balm., and I have nothing but positive things to say about this new brand.  It's also extremely affordable at just $3.50.  The balm goes on smooth, it did help protect my lips from this arctic blast wind here in Columbus, Ohio. Tonight it is 9 degrees.. with a windchill of -10.. I am plastering lip balm on! 

Vanilla Coffee - This balm was my absolute favorite (Maybe I am just biased because I have a huge love for coffee.)  There is a sweet taste that blends in with the coffee flavor.  This is one of those flavors that it becomes quite addictive reapplying the balm based on enjoying the smell/flavor itself.  The soft lips were just a bonus.

Bubble Gum - It's just one of those retro flavors that does trigger memories of being young, and retrogressing back to a time that I was growing up.  It smells/tastes just like Bazooka Joe gum to me.  My 2 year old kept giving me kisses when I wore this flavor.

Tropical Coconut - With this arctic blast weather, and windchill feeling as if it's -10 this week I enjoyed this flavor.  Tho, at my age, it makes me want pina coladas, haha.  

Natural Unscented Matte - The Natural Matte was my husbands favorite balm.  He isn't into flavored chapstick, but he will wear the unscented balm before going out into this weather as lip protectant.

All of these balms are natural, and cold pressed. The ingredients are easily read, and identified (almond oil, beeswax, etc.) I can't wait for what's next for Patrick Rodo.  The genius behind these natural balms  just graduated High School (yes, that makes him 18), and his passion shines through in the quality of these balms.  I'm hoping for Body Butters, or Oils next!  I received these balms for free, I was not told what to write, or say, opinions are my own!

Go say Hi to Rodo's Balm on Facebook! I just saw a promo on the facebook where a local store had the balms 50% off recently.  Maybe Rodo's balm will do that again some time soon. 

MailPix.com Review & Keepsake Box Giveaway!

Mailpix.com makes it easy to customize various things.  Mailpix's motto is to turn photos into memories.  I'm not the awesome, scrap book mama that prints, and gets photos taken throughout the year.  But, what I do is take the pictures myself, then I like to customize things all at once at the end of the year.  Instead of filling out a baby book for my son, I make my own custom photo book that I can edit the images, add text, change the background, and colors to my standards.  

In December I had a wooden keepsake box with my husband, and son's picture on the front of the box made.  I also had them print all the photos I have been saving on my flash drives.  I found some great promotional codes online for Mailpix that gave me 100 prints free!  

Some of my favorite items were the Snow Flake ornaments with my family on them.  We are states away but now I can have them on my Christmas Tree.  The photo that I love the most is the one that my dad is dressed up as Santa. 

I found the prices extremely affordable, and I really liked the products I was sent to review ( I received a credit for free, I then used that credit, and customized what I really wanted.) Just like any custom photo project make sure to use a high resolution image, also dark photos do not turn out good on any print.  

Use code VALENTINE for 50% off til 1/31/2013, no purchase neccessary to enter! 

They customize so many different, quality items that you should check them out for yourself.  They are also on Facebook, Pinterest and Twitter.  Want to know Mailpix a little better.. you can always go to their Blog!

Enter below to win your own custom Keepsake Box!  Giveaway begins 1/19/2013 12:00AM, and Ends 1/30/2013 12:00AM.  Open to U.S. Residents Only.  Retail Value: $30.00.

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HBL Volumizing System Giveaway!

I've read nothing but positive experiences with these HBL Hair Products. Check out Savvy K's Review, and enter to win the HBL Volumizing System. Giveaway begins 1/19/13,and ends 2/2/13. Retail Value $62.90. 

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Wheat-Free Pizza Baguette is whats for dinner!

So my husband has gone wheat free.  To support his decision I have been playing around in the kitchen.  I'd like to thank Schars for the $2.50 off coupon! With that I bought the Gluten, and Wheat Free bread to make this.

Ingredients:

Gluten/Wheat Free Bread
Organic Tomato Paste
Fresh Shredded Parmesan


Toppings:
Mushrooms
Black Olives
Red Onions
Pepperonis

I sauteed the onions, and mushrooms together first.  Then it's as simple as cutting the baguette down the middle.  I then put a thin layer of the tomato paste w/a little bit of italian herbs.  Sprinkled the first layer of cheese on.  Laid the Pepperoni's.  Added more cheese.  Then more toppings.

Baked til the cheese was melted (It only takes a few minutes on 400) The bread itself just needs to be baked for 3-4 minutes, so keep that into consideration.  I baked mine for about 5 minutes, and it was crispy on the outside, and still moist inside.  This was a success! The hubby loved it.

My Pretty Playhouse by Cascades.com Review for 100% Recycled Cardboard

My little helper and I had so much fun putting Cascades.com My Pretty Playhouse together.  Assembly was easy.  There is no glue, no tape, you just set up the two main walls.  Interlock the tabs, then put the roof on! It's that simple.  It can even be colored on or left blank!   Made from 100% Recycled Cardboard!  I also have respect for the company that they did not ship the item in a different box.  The playhouse comes mailed directly in the box itself.  I have this pet peeve that I cannot stand when boxes, are mailed inside of boxes.. especially if its something like.. Cardboard!  So, thank you Cascades for not wasting a tree!

There are other playhouse designs, and even card board furniture. The prices are affordable too. The My Pretty Playhouse retails for $38.00, some of the furniture like the table, and chair set retails for $15.00.  At least with items like this, artistic, personalized touches are welcomed.  

You can find out more about Cascades, and all that they do for Recycling on Facebook, and Twitter.

(Baby Sy has been a fan of cardboard for years, Lol )

So, what do you get the toddler that loves their cardboard boxes? Their own cardboard playhouse!

Items received were for review.  I was not paid, nor told what to write.  All images are my own!