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September 14, 2013

Review: Younique Natural Mineral Make Up and Giveaway


  
I recently received the opportunity to try out some of the eye pigments and primer from Younique for review. As you will see, I am not a makeup artist! My daughter and I had a lot of fun playing around with the make up and I took a lot of pictures. I tried to put the best of them in this post so that you might get an idea of how great this make up is.

First of all about the company. Younique is a newer company. It is less than a year old. It was founded by brother-sister team Derek Maxfield and Melanie Huscroft. It's mission is to validate, empower, uplift, and help build self esteem in women around the world. It is the first direct-sales company to market mainly through social media.

Younique offers several wonderful collections, or you can buy
each product separately. Colorful eye shadows, blushes, concealers, lip glosses, as well as moisturizers, brushes, rose water and 3D eyelashes are some of the terrific products that are available to purchase from Younique. 

Now for my review. First, let me tell you that I really like this make up and definitely recommend it.  I only tried a few of the Younique products, but would love to try them all.

First off I applied the primer, which is 100% natural, free of parabens, oils, synthetic fragrances, and cheap fillers,  to my daughters eyelids. Then, of course she applied it to mine. It went on silky smooth and left no greasy feeling behind. My eyelids felt so smooth that I was tempted to do my whole face. I refrained, because I was only testing eye shadow and it seemed a waste of primer!

  I had several shades of pigment to choose from for our eyes. The pigment is 100% natural, chemical-free, mineral-based pigment powders, free of talc, oils, preservatives, perfumes, synthetic dyes, and parabens. On Serenity I used two different pigments. Innocent, which is a creamy off white color, and Flirty which is a light purple color.

Unfortunately the colors don't show up well in the pictures I took with my phone. The colors in person are so much more vibrant and lovely! They look pale in the pictures. The colors really brought out her beautiful eyes, in my opinion. She loved them! She wants to try out all the different colors of pigment now.

She tried doing my makeup for me, but it didn't turn out so well. She is not used to using a brush and still doesn't quite know where to apply make up. So I kind of looked clownish. So those pictures are not on here. I did reapply it and those pics are on here.

On me we used three colors. Innocent as the base, with Flirty and the darker Awestruck. It turned out pretty good. Then I tried using a damp brush and it turned out even better! I was amazed at how dramatic it looked when using the damp brush. You can have two different looks using the same pigment! One for day, and one for evening wear, if you'd like. The colors are absolutely amazing and vivid. I cannot wait to try out the other colors I have on hand.

The pictures of me below are all after I used the damp brush. The sparkles all over my face were leftover from Serenity's attempt at doing my make up. As I said, I am no makeup artist, so don't expect anything spectacular! Other than the wonderful                colors of the Younique products. Please feel free to contact me if you would be interested in purchasing some of these wonderful products!

Here is the link to the Giveaway. Enter now for your chance to win a set of the 3D Green Tea Fiber Lashes or a product of equivalent value from Younique! 


we called this the sparkle fairy look, it's not showing up great in this photo, but she has the Flirty pigment in her bangs also




Not drunk! Just had the flash in my eyes :)





a day in the tangled skeins of my life received free samples of the products mentions in this review. Although I received them for free, the opinions of these products are all my own. I received no compensation to post this review and did not have to post a favorable review in order to receive the free samples.
The giveaway is hosted by Younique Independent Presenter Lynne. a day in the tangled skeins of my life is not responsible for prize fulfillment.

Safety 1st Advanced Air+ Car Seat Giveaway US only

Sept 15-21 marks Child Passenger Safety Week. Did you know that car crashes are the leading cause of death for children age 1 through 12 years old?  Using the proper child safety measures can greatly reduce the risk. The correct car seat, booster seat, or seal belt usage can protect your child in case of a wreck. Keeping younger children in the back seat away from the air bags can also lower the risk of injury or death if they are involved i a wreck. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Transportation and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the goal of Child Passenger Safety week is to make sure all parents and caregivers are properly securing their children (ages 0-12) in the best car restraint (rear-facing, forward-facing, booster, seat belt) for their age and size.  


In honor of this important week, I've partnered with Thrifty Nifty Mommy, IHeart-Motherhood, Housewife on a Mission, Viva Veltoro and a handful of other great bloggers to offer our readers a giveaway for a Safety 1st Advance 70 Air+ Car Seat!



Product Details (provided by Safety 1st): This convertible car seat was inspired by race car drivers. Air Protect+ combines Safety 1st Air Protect® Technology with GCell HX™ - hexagonal rebounding foam used in the body of the car seat to protect the child from the multiple hits that occur in crashes. Coupled with this is the placement of Air Protect® Technology which takes crash forces away from a child’s head.  This technology was developed in partnership with racecar engineers at Bald Spot Sports and INDY Car Driver Scott Dixon to better understand the energy dynamics that a high performance driver faces in the event of a crash. 


One lucky person will win a Safety 1st Advance 70 Air+ Car Seat, valued at $190!

Open to the US only, ages 18 and up.  Ends 9/29/13 at 11:59 PM EST.
Enter using the Giveaway Tools form below.  Good Luck!
Disclosure: a day in the tangled skeins of my life has not been compensated to host this giveaway. Prize fulfillment is the responsibility of Safety 1st. If you are a business or company and you're interested in being featured in a giveaway like this, please contact Thrifty Nifty Mommy.

Children's Oxylent Giveaway US only

Children's Oxylent Giveaway Hosted by Pea of Sweetness

Sponsored by Vitalah

Oxylent

Reese Bonus Bath Bomb Giveaway US only


This Giveaway is being Hosted By: Bargain Shopping with Holly


REESE BONUS BATH BOMBS

CVS for Beginners/Printers

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CVS for Beginners/Printers!

This week there are not a whole lot of excellent deals with coupons from the newspaper,. Bummer, I know! Luckily, there were great deals with printables! Below is a complete shopping scenario that anyone with a printer can do! You don't even need to buy a newspaper!

Transaction 1

  • Buy (1) Rescue Stress Relief Gum, 17 ct. - $5.79 Pay $5.79 (plus applicable taxes) Get Back $5.79 ECB

Transaction 2

  • Buy (1) Sundown Naturals Gummies, 50-120 ct. - $7.00 Use (1) $1/1 Sundown Printable Use $5.79 from transaction above Pay $.21 (plus applicable taxes) Get Back $4.00 ECB

Transaction 3

  • Buy (2) Colgate Total Toothpaste - 2/$5.98 Buy (1) 7Up, A&W, Canada Dry or Sunkist, 2L bottles - $.99 Subtotal $6.97 Use (2) $1/1 Colgate Total Toothpaste Printables Use (1) $.30/1 7up, A&W, Canada Dry, Sunkist 2L CVS Coupon Machine Print Use $4.00 ECB from transaction above Pay $.67 (plus applicable taxes) Get back $3.00 ECB

Transaction 4

Breakdown
You bought 7 items Retail price for those items is $27.74 You paid $7.65 You saved $20.09 You paid an average of $1.09 per item!
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Other deals:

diaper dealClick to see the DIAPER DEAL - $4.24 a package! 9/15 - 9/21 at CVS .

Happy Saving! Come back next week for more matchups and scenarios!


Thank you to Angela at XtremeQpon.com for supplying the scenarios and links above!


Blogger Opp: Black Friday Paypal cash giveaway

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Blogger Opp: OtterBox Giveaway


September 13, 2013

Robby Wash Ball Giveaway US only

Welcome to the Robby Wash Ball Giveaway Hosted by My Kind Of Introduction 

Sponsored by Oransi 

  Do you struggle with a tight budget? Are you looking for a way to make your dollars stretch. Are you looking for a more economical, environmentally safer way to do your laundry? Then read on!

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Blogger Opp: Hyundai Media Pad giveaway WW


FILIPINO RECIPES PORTAL
Hyundai Media Pad Giveaway

This giveaway is hosted by

Filipino Recipes by PinoyRecipe.net and Filipino Desserts by PingDesserts.com



3 Lucky Winners and this event is OPEN WORLDWIDE.


Prizes: 1] Hyundai Media Pad v.2. HY-E702 Android 4.1 8GB Wi-Fi Tablet  or Paypal Cash $70 (outside Philippines)
2] Globe Tattoo Sonic USB broadband modem or Paypal Cash $25
3] Optimax Optical USB Mouse or Paypal Cash $5

Note: Winners outside Philippines will receive Paypal Cash
Event Dates: September 18 - October 28
Sign-ups End: September 17

Requirement to join:
* Agree to post the giveaway html on the date the event begins and promote at least 3x a week
Bloggers: Sign Up HERE

Blogger Opp: Kinderfeets Giveaway



Sign-up and offer your readers the chance to win a Kinderfeets balance bike! 

Open to US only
Oct. 1st - Oct. 15th 

Bloggers receive 2 free links w/announcement post. 
Additional links available for a small fee. 

Co-Host REFERRAL! 
Let them know I referred you please! :) 
The blogger to refer the most sign-ups will receive 4 additional free links as well as 2 follow pages. 
Additional Co-Host spots are possible, so promote!

Taddle Tell Gift Card Giveaway US only

Hosted by:  Momma Lew's Blog 
Sponsored by:  Taddle Tell 

Hyland's Homeopathic Gift Basket Giveaway

Do you have stress in your life? Would you like to have less? Hyland's Homeopathy wants to help! Read on to find out how!


September 12, 2013

Book Review: Lace One-Skein Wonders

Judith Durant brings us yet another wonderful One-Skein Wonders book. This time it is for Lace.

 

Slow Cooker Pot Roast Recipe




$100 Gift Card to Bean Sprout Giveaway Canada and US

Pic The Gift Glass Cutting Board Giveaway US only

Welcome to the Pic The Gift Custom Glass Cutting Board Giveaway

THREE WINNERS!

Hosted by: Savory Savings

Sponsored by: Pic The Gift

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Almondina Brand Biscuits Giveaway US only


This Giveaway is sponsored by: Almondina Brand Biscuits
Hosted By: All About My Deals

Product/company details:  Since it's beginning in 1989,  Almondina Brand Biscuits' mission has been to put a delicious, healthful cookie on every table. Almondina cookies are all natural. They are  healthy treats packed with almonds, which makes them great for both school or work lunches and at home treats.

Product Review: Almondina Brand Cookies

Giveaway Details:
Dates:  Starts: 9/12 1am CST  Ends: 9/26 at 11:59 pm CST
Eligibility: Open to US residents who are 18 years of age or older.
How to enter: Complete tasks in the Giveaway Tool to gain entries into the giveaway. Be sure to complete the sponsors tasks, as a thank you to them for sponsoring this giveaway.

Note: Winner will be notified by email once the giveaway ends. The winner will have 48 hours to get back to the host. If the host is not notified a new winner will be pulled for that prize.

Prize:  (8) 4 oz. packages of Almondina Brand Biscuits in a variety of flavors. ( That's 120 cookies)




Disclosure: a day in the tangled skeins of my life is not responsible for prize fulfillment. If you have any concerns contact the host at: allaboutmydeals@gmail.com. This giveaway is not associated, sponsored nor endorsed by Facebook or Twitter or any other social networking site. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commissions 16 CFR, Part 255 Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials In Advertising.

Citrus Zinger Giveaway US only




Sponsored by Zing Anything

Hosted by 
NYSavingSpecials

Co-hosted by
Simply Sherryl and Barbara's Beat




One lucky winner will win
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Details
Dates:  September 12 to September 26

US resident only

What is a Citrus Zinger? 


It is a nifty device that allows you to put a little 'zing' into your water. You simply unscrew the bottom cup,  place your half of a citrus fruit like an orange or lemon onto the reamer, place the bottom cup back onto the bottle,  then fill the bottle up with water and drink your newly citrus infused water. Yummy! 


We appreciate the support of our sponsor, please show your support by following them on their social medias pages.

All entries are optional

Good Luck!
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Disclaimer:  a day in the tangled skeins of my life is not responsible for the awarding of the prize.  Sponsor is responsible for prize fulfillment.  If you have any question about this giveaway, please email the host at nysavingspecials@gmail.com

Kidfresh Coupon Giveaway


Sponsored By: Kidfresh

September 9, 2013

Ring Candle Giveaway US only

Welcome to the Jewelry Candle Giveaway

Personalized water bottle Giveaway US only

Enter for a chance to personalize a water bottle from flattenme. Ends 9/30
Enter below for your chance to win one of these $24.95 personalized water bottles from the folks over at flattenme.  Before entering, be sure to read the review of the flattenme water bottle at Java John Z's.

Bart's Cookies Giveaways US only UPDATE Changed to include 2 more winners!


4 Winners!

Zymbol Jewelry Giveaway US only

Do you have a special message that you want to share with a loved one. Do you and your spouse have a secret code or word that only you two know? Now you can have a piece of jewelry that will contain any word or message to gift to that special someone. Or get one for yourself so that you can look at it and be reminded. 

Enter below for your chance to win!


Moms Are Marvelous Giveaway US only

Welcome to the Moms Are Marvelous Giveaway ($175 in prizes!)

Sponsored by: Dry Babe, It Works! Independent Distributor, Michelle Heth and Arbonne Independent Consultant, Chrysta Lewis

Hosted by: Savory Savings

Co-Hosted by: Delectably Dawn

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4 Jars of Flavored Bacon Spread Giveaway US only



Sponsored by:
Skillet Street Food

September 8, 2013

Couponing: CVS for Beginners

cvs-logo-beginnersCVS for Beginners 9/8 - 9/14

If you are just learning about extreme couponing and want to learn how it works, CVS is a great place to start! Anyone can follow the transaction list below and get these deals! Simply grab a newspaper, print any coupons that need to be printed and follow the step by step instructions!

Transaction 1

  • Buy (1) CVS Probiotic with 3 Billion Strains 15ct -$9.99 Subtotal $9.99 Pay $9.99 out of pocket (if you have any ECB's, use them here) Get Back $9.99 ECB

Transaction 2

  • Buy (1) Softsoap Liquid Hand Soap 8-8.5oz -$2.99 Buy (1) Colgate Max 6oz, Total 4-4.2oz or 2-in-1 4.6oz -$2.99 Buy (1) Mitchum or Lady Mitchum Deodorant $1.99 Buy (1) Bengay 2oz $4.49 Buy (2) Progresso Soups 2/$3.00 Subtotal $15.46 Use (1) $1/1 Colgate Total,Optic White,Max Fresh,Sensitive - SS Insert 09/08 Use (1) $1/1 Mitchum or Lady Mitchum SS insert 9/8 Use (1) $2/1 Bengay Pain Relief Product SS Insert 09/08 Use (1) $1/2 Progresso coupon (Printing at the red CVS machine) Use (1) $.50/2 Progresso Soups Printable Use $9.99 ECB from transaction above Out of Pocket $0.00 Get back $7.00 ECB

Transaction 3

  • Buy (3) Purex Laundry Detergent (Buy 1, Get 2 free) $5.79 Store prices may vary Buy (1) Revlon Luxurious Color Cream Hair color $5.49 (or other item $1.21+) Subtotal $11.28 Use (1) $3/1 Revlon Hair color coupon SS insert 9/8 Use $7.00 ECB from transaction above Pay $1.28 Out of Pocket

Breakdown You bought 11 items. The retail value of those items is $48.31. You paid only $11.27 out of pocket! That is an average of $1.02 per item!

Congratulations! Check back next week for more deals!

Thank you Xtreme Qpon for the scenarios!

Blogger Opp: InnoTab 3S Giveaway


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InnoTab 3S Giveaway
This giveaway is hosted by Empowered Mommy and Joys Of Life
FREE blogger opportunity with paid options. OPEN to US/CAN.
Prize: Vtech InnoTab Event Dates: October 15 - November 15 Sign-ups: October 12
Get 1 Free link (Facebook or Twitter) with announcement post. ($5 waiver fee without announcement post) Additional links for $3 each Co-host for $20- Get up-to 3 free additional links and a back-link to your blog on the final giveaway post. Host pages/Comment pages $10 each
The blog who refers the most bloggers will get free co-host spot. (If you paid for co-host and wins referral prize, your payment will be refunded)
Questions? Email me: admin@empoweredmommy.com

Blogger Opp: Dark Nights and Full Moons Event

Love from Elle and Love from Bloggers has a great Blogger Sign Up Event
that will also be Coming Soon to Our Readers!!

We’re looking for bloggers to join and help promote our latest group giveaway event. 
Sign-up for free or choose from any of our paid options below!

Blogger Opp: Dark Nights and Full Moons Event
Hosted by: Love from Elle


Please note: this is an ADULT-themed event, if you are bothered by this, please DO NOT participate
Co Hosts and Blogger Promoters to participate in a great blogger event!

Blogger Opp: Halloween Giveaway

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Halloween Giveaway
This giveaway is hosted by Empowered Mommy and Joys Of Life
FREE blogger opportunity with paid options. OPEN WW.
Prize: $200 Amazon Gift Card Event Dates: October 1 - October 30 Sign-ups: September 28
Get 1 Free link (Facebook or Twitter) with announcement post. ($5 waiver fee without announcement post) Additional links for $3 each Co-host for $20- Get up-to 3 free additional links and a back-link to your blog on the final giveaway post. Host pages/Comment pages $10 each
The blog who refers the most bloggers will get free co-host spot. (If you paid for co-host and wins referral prize, your payment will be refunded)
Questions? Email me: admin@empoweredmommy.com

Blogger Opp Pink Giveaway

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Pink Giveaway
This giveaway is hosted by Empowered Mommy and Joys Of Life
FREE blogger opportunity with paid options. OPEN WW.
Prize: $100 Victoria's Secret Gift Card Event Dates: September 30 - October 30 Sign-ups: September 27
Get 1 Free link (Facebook or Twitter) with announcement post. ($5 waiver fee without announcement post) Additional links for $3 each Co-host for $20- Get up-to 3 free additional links and a back-link to your blog on the final giveaway post. Host pages/Comment pages $10 each
The blog who refers the most bloggers will get free co-host spot. (If you paid for co-host and wins referral prize, your payment will be refunded)
Questions? Email me: admin@empoweredmommy.com

$100 Giftcard Giveaway US only

Welcome to the $100 Giftcard Giveaway