Is Stress Taking a Toll on Your Skin?
Jan Marini Skin Research understands that stress and long hours can take a toll on your skin. The brand’s new Regeneration Booster is a hard-working solution that rejuvenates to keep skin looking stress-free, even while your mind is running in a million different directions.

The Regeneration Booster utilizes a patented combination of cutting-edge anti-aging ingredients for maximum results. Cycloastragenol, TGF Beta-1, multiple beneficial growth factors and four advanced anti-aging peptides are combined with co-enzyme Q10 and additional antioxidants to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and discoloration while improving skin tone, elasticity, firmness and hydration without downtime, irritation or acclimation concerns.


I received sample tubes to try for myself. It is gentle on my skin and no strong fragrances which I really like and it absorbs very quickly. Results were visible after over a couple weeks with improvement in skin texture and quality. I used it on targeted areas on my face and body where my skin seemed saggy. Of course, we all women want to look younger and this product is a great choice for improving elasticity, diminish wrinkles, hydration, etc.

As Jan Marini states, this is the perfect solution for anyone seeking visible improvement in their aging skin - particularly if they have sensitive skin or don't want any potential acclimation or irritation.

Key Ingredients:
- Cycloastragenol
- TGF Beta-1 (Transforming Growth Factor/rh-Polypeptide-22)
- Epidermal Growth Factor (sh-Oligopeptide-1)
- Keratinocyte Growth Factor (sh-Polypeptide-3)
- Peptides: Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4, Myristoyl Pentapeptide-8, Myristoyl Pentapeptide-11 & Myristoyl Tetrapeptide-12
- Green Tea Extract
- CoEnzyme Q10
- Hyaluronic Acid
- Essential Fatty Acids


WHERE TO BUY: The Regeneration Booster is available for $190. Find your nearest retailer at www.janmarini.com




Disclosure: I received samples to try from the PR firm or company in exchange of my review. Any expressed opinions are my own and personal thoughts. No other compensation was given.

Caffeine Addiction at Its Best: Reduce the Appearance of Cellulite and Exfoliate Naturally


Unfortunately, it’s impossible to remove cellulite completely, however, there are things we can do to reduce its appearance. Indie Lee, founder of the all-natural skincare line Indie Lee & Co, shares one of her at-home recipes for an all-natural scrub containing her favorite ingredient: coffee. The caffeine works to dehydrate fat cells and when broken down, acts as a natural exfoliant.

What You Need:

· ½ ounce of sweet almond oil
· 2 tablespoons coffee grinds (espresso roast)
· 5 tablespoons coconut oil
· ¾ cup of arrowroot powder (natural alternative to talc powder)

How to Make It:

1. Combine coffee grinds and sweet almond oil in a large bowl and mix.
2. Add coconut oil and mix well.
3. Fold in the arrowroot powder. Make sure all the coconut clumps are gone.


* Indie Tip: She likes to keep the mixture refrigerated for a day to make it easier to scoop out, like butter.

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EMERALD

Whether spring and summer trends, fashion and beauty trends or award-winning "green-carpet" style, Emerald is the color of 2013's good fortune!

Pantone color experts have announced Emerald the "Color of the Year" much to the chagrin of fellow nominees lemon zest, dusk blue, African violet and nectarine. And as the losers sulk in green envy, be prepared for emerald hued accessories, clothing and cosmetics to dominate the runways, sidewalks and award-show carpets this year.

Duri Cosmetics introduces two shades of Emerald nail polish, Oscar Party and Paparazzi, to keep nails on-trend with this dominant hue. Retailing at only $6 they get you tipping the trend, while keeping a little extra green in the pocketbook!


$6 Each
Products are available online at www.duri.com, as well as salons and specialty stores nationwide. Polishes retail for $6 a bottle and treatments retail between $7- $14. All Duri Cosmetics nail products are completely safe, environmentally friendly and free from DBP, Toluene and Formaldehyde.


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Welcome to the SHOWER IN STYLE Giveaway Event

Sponsored by Change your Bathroom.com 

Hosted by S.O.S. Mom, Real Momma and The Bunny's Reviews 

Wouldn't it be cool if you could spice up your shower or bathroom with a unique design and looking luxurious? Thanks to the sponsor, you can own one of their fancy shower heads. Prize is valued at $120. Pimping your shower, yes we are! Read further for more info.

Change Your Bathroom is at the cutting edge of today’s popular home design trend. Their years of experience will guarantee a seamless finish. Whether budget style, or texture is at the front of your mind, they have the right look for you.

The team is composed of Josh, the tile installer/electrician. who has worked in remodeling for 14 years and is proud to be a 2nd generation home builder. His passion lies in turning his concepts into reality. He has created several products including but not limited to the inflowAIR dust containment system and our very own hidden drain system for curb-less showers. He also loves to create beautiful spaces and for the past seven years has made bathrooms his specialty. From custom projects including hidden TVs to more traditional projects, Josh enjoys a challenge.

Michelle, who is in charge of customer service and design. Her passion for design developed around her extensive travel through Europe. She sets new standards in the design industry. Michelle incorporates the strength of ancient architecture and beauty of modern concepts to create a whole new world of design options. Working with the home owner every step of the way, she works to bridge the gap between the contractor and the client. Michelle custom designs each bathroom as a work of art to be enjoyed forever.

And finally, Jesse the plumber/tile installer. Jesse is trained as a skilled tradesman and has been in the construction industry for over 10 years. As a 3rd generation plumber and 2nd generation remodeler, Jesse understands all aspects of the trade from demolition to completion; he has an eye for detail and strives for perfection. Jesse has been with the team for 5 years and continues to keep every project running smoothly. He enjoys working closely with the home owner to make each project simple and seamless.

Please visit Change Your Bathroom at this address http://www.changeyourbathroom.com to get acquainted with the work they do and offer. 

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One (1) lucky winner will receive an 8" LED lit shower head (as seen in picture above). Contest is open to US Only, 18+ (ends February 9th, 2013 at 11:59pm EST). For your chance to win this fabulous Giveaway, simply enter via the Rafflecopter below. GOOD LUCK!

The winner will be notified via email. No reply within 48 hours would make us choose another winner at random. We will be evaluating all the entries. Anyone that uses multiple entries from one IP address will be disqualified from the giveaway. Only ONE IP per household is allowed. Please read our disclosure for more information and giveaway rules. 


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Grammy-award winning singer and songwriter, Miranda Lambert, looked ultra chic wearing Blue Candy Jewelry at the unveiling of her new partnership with Pedigree. The award-winning songstress paired a pave diamond "Love" necklace with her floral dress for the event. Miranda is known not only for her enviable style, but also for her great love of animals through her own personal foundation "MuttNation".

Blue Candy Jewelry Diamond pave LOVE necklace on gold chain ($375)



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Award-winning television actress, Kristin Chenoweth was spotted looking absolutely stunning at the Bar Riviera 31 opening at the Sofitel LA hotel. Dressed in a cobalt blue dress paired with Blue Candy Jewelry sapphire and diamond earrings, the gorgeous star wowed on-lookers with her show-stopping smile and perfectly accessorized ensemble. This printed frock and sapphire earring combo was definitely one of Chenoweth's finest fashion moments.

Mosaic Sapphire and Diamond Open Drop Earrings ($995)


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Just wanted to share a few of favorite automotive shots that I did over the summer 2012. It has been a while since I've done automotive photography and I'd love to get back into it when I have the opportunity. Some of you probably know I'm a car nut. I used to be in the import scene back in those days when I had my Honda.









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He’s opened up for such legendary acts as Aerosmith, Alice Cooper and Def Leppard, but in 2013, LIVAN (an incredibly unique and charismatic recording and touring artist) will become the main act! For more info about LIVAN, check out this website at http://livan.co.uk


Having established himself as the consummate showman, renowned for his mesmerizing performances, the Greek born, London-bred LIVAN is poised to become the breakout performer of the year in 2013 with the release of his heavily anticipated, thematic new record Beggars & Believers.

In 2011, the band added to their count, drummer, Seven Antonopoulos, notorious for playing with Opiate for the Masses, Vanilla Ice, and Guns N Roses.

David Ryder is also their renowned guitarist, who has played for Adam Ant and Rachel Stamp.

Check out LIVAN’s new single, End of the World:



Welcome to Livan’s new single End of the World. Yet again Livan has come up with a modern anthem. This time it’s the modern soundtrack for our media-generated apocalypse, a hard driving rock track that keeps one eye on its punk/goth roots and the other on modern hit sensibility. Livan’s combination of intelligent, original music with ironic, incisive lyrics deconstruct the 21st century in a way that only a Masters in Psychology can.

“Its about how much power the media have over our lives….how dangerous that is….and you know what, I am part of that media so I’ve gotta say something.”

This single comes off the back of Livan’s hugely successful tours with Peter Murphy and Alice Cooper. The crowds were blown away by the hard rocking and theatrics of the show. It’s not often you see a rush for the support band’s merchandise tables, and the overwhelming quote from the fans was “wow, the best support we’ve ever seen, for any band”.

“We wrote this single, and most of the new album on the road….tried out some in the shows and the reception was amazing…..live is what it’s all about… the magic of communicating with an audience is like nothing else.”

Welcome to the beginning of the End.





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Seeing Double! Keurig Vue V700 Giveaway Event

Hosted by Mom To Bed by 8 and Donna’s Deals and More

Welcome to the 2nd giveaway for the Keurig Vue V700! If you've missed the first Keurig giveaway, here's your second chance at winning this wonderful brewing system. Read further for more info and to learn about the Keurig Vue V700.

Description:

Brew with a Vue. Keurig has done it again with an entirely new brewing system that gives you more of the tasty beverages you love, exactly the way you want them. Now, you can decide how strong you want your coffee to taste and how hot, no matter how big or small your cup is! From creamy hot chocolate to delicious iced teas and frothy cafe beverages, the Keurig Vue V700 delivers the size, strength, and consistency you love, with every single-serving.

Still deliciously simple. At just the touch of a button, Keurig's revolutionary Custom Brew Technology adjusts water pressure, timing, and airflow to deliver the perfect cup of coffee or tea every time. You'll love the Vue's quiet operation and shortened steep time, as it whips up cafe-quality treats in a matter of minutes. Plus, there's no grinding beans, measuring, or cleanup needed--just add water and enjoy.

Countertop coffee shop. With the Keurig Vue system, you get the single-serve brewer with interactive touchscreen display, 66 Vue packs and a water filtration kit. And, for your convenience, it comes with two 16-oz iced coffee tumblers to get you started right out of the box.

Well, if that isn't the pot calling the Keurig fabulous!

• Includes Keurig V700 Vue Brewer, 10 Variety Vue packs, 12 travel-sized Breakfast Vue packs, 12 Vue House Blend Vue packs, 16 Donut Shop Vue packs, 16 Celestial Iced Tea Vue packs, two 16-oz tumblers, and a water filter kit
• Variety pack includes one each of Gloria Jean Hazelnut Coffee, Timothy's Decaf, Tully's French Roast, Celestial Seasoning Southern Sweet Tea, Green Mountain Breakfast Blend travel-sized, Celestial Seasoning Sleepytime, Barista Prima Italian Roast, Cafe Escape Milk Chocolate, GMC Nantucket Blend, and Donut Shop
• Tumblers: plastic/acrylic construction
• Colored touchscreen user interface
• Eight brew sizes: 4 oz, 6 oz, 8 oz, 10 oz, 12 oz, 14 oz, 16 oz, and 18 oz
• 74-oz water reservoir
• Brew coffee from 187F to 197F
• Strength selection for stronger flavor
• Removable drip tray with adjustable plate
• Vue packs are #5 recyclable plastic

Special thanks to our co-hosts:

Penny Auctions Canada, Homeschooling Mom 4 Two, Simply Sherryl, The Dragyn's Lair, Spend With Pennies, Sparkles and a Stove, Freebie Spot, The Frugal Batavian, Cherished Handmade Treasures, Just Davey and Me, My Four Littles and Funny Postpartum Lady!

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The winner will be notified via email. No reply within 48 hours would make us choose another winner at random. We will be evaluating all the entries. Anyone that uses multiple entries from one IP address will be disqualified from the giveaway. Only ONE IP per household is allowed. Please read our disclosure for more information and giveaway rules. 


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Welcome to the Kindle Fire Giveaway!

Hosted by Giveaway Promote.

Sponsored by Spend With Pennies.

If you've been thinking of owning a Kindle Fire, here's a chance to win your very own! Thanks to the host and sponsor for this fabulous giveaway!

Spend With Pennies is your one stop for all things free and frugal. In today’s economy, we need to stretch every dollar we can. Spend With Pennies helps make that simple by finding the most current deals, freebies and prizes for you every day!

We have teamed up with a great group of bloggers to bring you this fabulous giveaway. One lucky winner will receive a 7” Kindle Fire courtesy of Spend With Pennies.

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Enter to win a 7" Kindle Fire 8GB.

7” Kindle Fire 8GB without Ads

The perfect family tablet, with the best in kids' entertainment.

• All new — 40% faster, twice the memory, longer battery life
• Ultra-fast web browsing over built-in Wi-Fi, easy-to-use email works with Gmail, Yahoo! and more
• The most popular apps and games: Facebook, Twitter, Netflix, HBO GO, Pandora, Angry Birds Space, and more
• Kindle FreeTime: set screen limits, create child profiles, and more
• NEW Kindle FreeTime Unlimited - just for kids. Unlimited access to books, games, apps, movies and TV shows.
• Massive book selection, vibrant color magazines. Over a million titles less than $9.99
• Over 23 million movies, TV shows, songs, magazines , books, audiobooks, apps, and games

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 One (1) lucky reader will receive a brand new Kindle Fire! Chosen winner will be selected via Random.org through Rafflecopter and is open to US only 18+ (ends February 10th, 2013 at 11:59pm EST). Winner will have 48 hours to respond to claim their prize. Good Luck!  
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Welcome to the 

Amarté Natural Finish BB Cream Giveaway Event!

Hosted by Charisma Media & sponsored by Amarté

Special thanks to our following co-hosts:

Asha Butterflys, Beauty Brite, Because My Moma Says So, Dani Sue Dreams, DevotedMommyof3, Stressed Rach, and Tammie’s Reviews, Giveaways and More

Beauty Brite recently had the opportunity to review the Natural Finish BB Cream, you can read about it here.

About the product: 

Natural Finish Korean BB Cream believes your skin is the best seat in the house, not your shirt collar, scarf or your beloved’s cheek. That’s why it’s a sheer, fine pigment that provides uniform coverage without all the cakey mess. 



Natural Finish Korean BB Cream lets you be your own beauty. This sheer, fine pigmented beauty balm provides uniform coverage without caking or flaking. Designed with SPF 36 to protect you while it softens and smooths for a natural look, Natural Finish BB Cream forsakes all else for the beauty of you.

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TWO (2) lucky winners will receive an Amarte Natural Finish BB Cream Beauty Kit (RV $80). Contest is open to US only, 18+ (ends February 14, 2013 at 11:59pm EST). For your chance to win this fabulous giveaway, simply enter via the Rafflecopter below. GOOD LUCK!

The winner will be notified via email. No reply within 48 hours would make us choose another winner at random. We will be evaluating all the entries. Anyone that uses multiple entries from one IP address will be disqualified from the giveaway. Only ONE IP per household is allowed. Please read our disclosure for more information and giveaway rules. 


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Welcome to the Nook HD+ Slate Giveaway Event

Happy New Year everyone! Another awesome giveaway for you all!

Hosted by Mom to Bed by 8 & Baby CostCutters

Please take a moment to visit our sponsor: Emperola.com!

Emperola.com was founded in summer 2012 in order to provide visitors with daily updated list of contests, giveaways, sweepstakes and deals. Enter your email here for a chance to win $500 in cash. If you host any kind of giveaway or contest feel free to submit your contest at Emperola for free.

Finally a special thank you to our lovely co-hosts whom without them great things would not be possible: Mommy Bear Media, Kakanin and Filipino Desserts and Monica's Rants, Raves & Reviews.

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One (1) lucky winner will receive a  NOOK HD+ Slate 16GB. Contest is open to US only, 18+ (ends February 3, 2013 at 11:59pm EST). For your chance to win this fabulous giveaway, simply enter via the Rafflecopter below. GOOD LUCK!

The winner will be notified via email. No reply within 48 hours would make us choose another winner at random. We will be evaluating all the entries. Anyone that uses multiple entries from one IP address will be disqualified from the giveaway. Only ONE IP per household is allowed. Please read our disclosure for more information and giveaway rules. 


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Announcement: The lucky WINNER for the Ray Ban Designer Sunglasses Giveaway (sponsored by SmartBuyGlasses.ca) that ended January 15th, 2013 is..... (drum roll, please).



Congratulations to Lynn (#631)






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