Muscle Soak by Aromafloria #Review

 I was the lucky recipient of some products in one of Aromafloria's Aromatherapy lines, Muscle Soak.  First of all let me say that Aromafloria is amazing because they have such a comprehensive line of therapeutic aromatherapy solutions.  As I browsed through the website, I was amazed.  I saw so many great scent solutions! For instance, Plane Solutions Inhalation Beads address the concern of flying in an enclosed plane and being exposed to airborne  immune system attacks.  Memory Boost Inhalation Beads help your brain become sharper and more alert.  Then there are whole lines that address specific problems like Muscle Soak with many products to help achieve a specific result.  In this case, designed to relieve achy muscles and tissues caused by overwork, too much stress and fatigue.  

Here are the 3 products that I tried from the Muscle Soak line:

Bath Salts -  I absolutely love the smell of these salts.   It made my bathroom smell so aromatic.  The base of sea salts also has eucalyptus leaf, peppermint, and lemongrass oils in it.  It also has sweet almond oil and seaweed extract to round out the therapeutic effect.  Simply put ½ cup of it into your bath and soak for about 15 – 20 minutes. I received the 23 oz. size and it was good for about 4 - 5 soaks.  Next time I would choose the larger 42 oz. size because I really like it! 

Body Scrub -  This scrub has the exact same ingredients as the salts with the addition of 2 different sugars and honey!  I liked it very much!

Body Wash - The reason you want to use Muscle Soak Body Wash and Body Scrub with the Muscle Soak bath salts is to keep the aromatherapy going.  If you use a perfumy body wash while using the bath salts, it would ruin the therapeutic effect.  You don't want to smell competing scents when you're in "therapy"!  

  I thoroughly enjoyed my Aromafloria experience and felt more refreshed and relaxed as a result of it!  So I give it A GAL NEEDS...thumbs up!

Disclosure:  I received the 3 items above for review purposes.  All opinions are my own and may vary from others who use the same products. 

Free Shipping on Diaper Purchases At Target!

For a limited time, Target is offering free shipping on all online diaper purchases of $50 or more.  That means your favorite brands like Pampers, Huggies and Up and Up!  Plus they are having some great price cut-backs on those same brands!  That translates into some great savings!  For instance, Pampers Baby Dry XL Pack, Normally $47.19 is now on sale for $44.99!  Just check the links because there are tons more deals!

Exclusions:  No coupons or other discounts may be used when purchasing baby diapers, baby toiletries, baby food & formula.

Warm Weather Indicators!

As I was walking to an event the other day, I saw this cute dog, the owner nowhere in site, patiently waiting, not bothering anyone and looking so cute on this Gold Wing.  If anything told me that warm weather has arrived, it was this, 'cause who takes a dog for a ride on a Gold Wing in the winter?  Come to think of it, not many people take their dogs out on a Gold Wing most any time, but still, so cute!

 And then I got to thinking about other signs that tell me that warm weather has indeed come at last! These are some that come to mind:

• When I see Michelle Obama now wearing sleeveless tops.

• When I see the neighborhood Snow Cone stand going up.

• When the barbecue grills start wafting their appetizing aromas around the neighborhood.

• When I wake up at 6:30 to the sound of very loud birds.

• The hoodies and coats have finally disappeared!

• The tulips and flowers are in full bloom. (Actually now, most tulips have already disappeared)

• The ice cream truck is out, playing that annoying song over and over again.

• Allergies abound.

• Bugs are starting to come out, a foreshadowing of more bugs to come.

• My local nursery has their annual "pot" party, where I get free soil for any pot I bring and put a plant in.

• Pastel colors are in full swing.

• Bathing Suit shopping begins in earnest.

• Moms and babies are out walking with their strollers.

 Now did I miss anything? 

Ko Denmark Body Oil #Giveawy! (ARV $42)

 I just hosted a review & giveaway for the jasmine + neroli roll-on perfume by KoDenmark.  Now I have the privilege of reviewing the matching jasmine neroli rose body oil.   I’ve reviewed one other fine body oil on this blog, and I really enjoyed it, at the time.  No complaints, whatsoever!  But I must say that Ko Denmark’s body oil has the other one beat.   It smells so good, is easier to apply, absorbs better and the benefits are longer lasting.   And yes, it is a little more expensive than the other one.  But obviously, it’s a case of the finer ingredients costing a bit more, and the quality will be worth it.  I also love the fact that the jasmine neroli rose perfume can be layered with the body oil to make you smell absolutely delicious!  (And no, I am not going to say which other body oil I’m comparing it to.  There is always the ‘Search’ tool  on my sidebar if you really want to know!)

The distinctive scent of this Jasmine+Neroli+Rose perfume and body oil has gained some notoriety in Seattle, where Ko Denmark was established by Henriette Holst!

"Men have stopped customers on the street to tell them they smell good! In Seattle, that says a lot, because men don't really approach women here"
Amanda R (owner La Rousse boutique www.la-rousse.com )
Seattle, Washington

Once you are acquainted with the one-of-a-kind scent that this body oil has, along with the perfume, you won’t want to wear anything else.  In addition to the Jasmine, neroli (orange blossom) and rose, the body oil also contains nourishing oils including apricot kernel oil, almond oil, jojoba oil, vitamin e and others.  I think you could almost use it as a cooking oil.  (But please don’t…)

 

As always, there are never parabens, perfume, sulfates, mineral oil or artificial colors in Ko Denmark products.  It is vegan certified!

Ko Denmark body oil can be used on damp skin after a bath or shower. It can also be used for massage. The oil locks in moisture and leaves skin looking and feeling great.  

You can purchase Ko Denmark products on several online sites, as well as on Ko Denmark's home site!

     I have a bottle of the body oil ($42 ARV) for one lucky Gal Pal!  Please enter on the Rafflecopter Form below.  If you don't see it, please click 'Read More' at the end of this post!

Revital #Hair Treatment by Urielle #Review

When I was recently asked to do a review on a hair product, I gave some specifications.  First of all, I love all things natural.  If I have to choose between something natural and artificial, regardless of the accolades, I will pick natural every time.  It's just how I roll!  But I am not obsessive about it either.  If something is effective w/o being totally natural, I'll weigh the benefits vs. the risks because, obviously, I want results from the products I use.  But enough about me.  Let me introduce Revital by Urielle!

Designed to be used in all keratin and color-treated hair, this treatment is the first in a new line of amazing luxury hair care products, created by and named for the owner of the renowned New York Salon, The Red Chair, Uriel Yusopov.  He has gained a wild and loyal following of women from the upper East Side and far beyond.  Uriel grew up in St. Petersburg, Russia and is descended from a long line of hair masters.  He learned his techniques and eye for hair early at the feet of his grandmother, who was an award winning wig master for the renowned Bolshoi Ballet and his grandfather, who was one of St. Petersburg's most famous hair stylists, who catered to aristocrats and thespians, alike.  So the art of hair is really in his blood.  

I was impressed with just how light and weightless this treatment went into my hair.  Unlike other leave-in treatments, this oil didn't make my hair feel oily at all, even when I hadn't washed my hair in a few days.  I feel like my hair just absorbs this potion, with one of the main ingredients being Manuka Honey of New Zealand! This honey is special because it contains more healing and beneficial properties than any honey in the world.  It is combined with highly nutritional oils and beneficial extracts.  So you can apply it when your hair is damp after washing or you can apply it on dry hair.  Either way your hair will greatly benefit.  

My hair has a plethora of problems.  It dries naturally into a curly, thick, frizzy, hot mess.  So I need to blow-dry it to death and use a lot of hair-taming products.  At least that's how I've done it in the past.  And yes, I lean toward the natural hair care products.  Free from parabens, sulfates,  propylane, glycol and synthetic colors or dyes, I think it's safe for me to say that this line can qualify for my definition of natural.  At any rate, Revital seems to be different than all of the other products I've used.  And it really works well!  I put just a little bit through my damp hair after it has been washed and then I put in a little bit before styling, after styling--basically, I put Revital in my hair whenever I think about it.  No residues seem to build up and no oiliness either. I'm very pleased with the product, to say the least.  From my very first blow dry using it, I could tell a big difference.  I think that if you're a mom who would like to have a very special gift for Mother's Day or any other occasion, this would be a great one!  Remember when I said that I prefer natural but I also want effectiveness?  I believe I found the best of both in this amazing product.  It's both natural and very effective!  It is worth every penny.
I only wish I could meet Uriel Yusopov in person to thank him for making such a wonderful hair product!  


For more information or where to buy, go to Urielle.com!
Also, stay tuned for my Mother's Day Giveaway here on May 1st in associaion with Makobi Scribe Mother's Day GIveaway Event!
One lucky Gal Pal will be able to win the same 3.8 fluid oz bottle of Revital that I got to try! 
You can like Urielle on Facebook and follow them on Twitter to get ready for the extra entries that will be available during the giveway!   See you there!

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