Some Pampering At Aveda Institute! #Giveaway

The other day I walked into Aveda Institute in Provo, UT where, according to Tiffany the Recruitment Manager, I am one of their most loyal customers! And it's true--I was getting my hair cut while the place was still going up around me several years ago.  It was a bit chaotic back then, but I knew that it would be up and running soon and when it was, it would be amazing.  And it is, which is why I am still going there and loving it.  Recently I was able to enjoy a few of their many services.  I got a blow out and style, a manicure and a facial.  It was heavenly.   Here are some of the things that keep me going back to Aveda time and time again. 

1) The students are very conscientious.  They are there to make sure that they get the very best training available and they take advantage of it.

2)  The service you get there is about as close to a professional spa experience as you can get because of the care and dedication the students and teachers place on their subject--you! In fact, in some ways it is even better. Students are rated by the clients each time they perform a service.  So they want you to feel good about what they do. 

3)  Only Aveda products are used for services.  These holistic products are fabulous! They are made with the finest natural ingredients with the best technology.  So whether you are getting a facial, a manicure or a hair service, you know that these products are the best.  

4) The prices are great for the kind of service you get.  I do recommend tipping these students because they are working really hard to do a great job.  And since the prices are low, why not give them a tip?

5) With every service, you are given a "sensory experience", which includes aromatherapy, massage and Aveda Herbal Tea! 

If YOU are someone creative who is looking for a career in the beauty, fashion and wellness industry, check out Aveda! And if you want the very best training, with the best products, please check out the Aveda Institute in Provo, UT and schedule a tour!  Why Aveda PROVO, you ask?

Aveda Provo is one of 4 schools in the Western States including Tucson, Phoenix and Denver.  Provo is known for it's majestic mountain surroundings and diverse entertainment possibilities.  It has two universities (BYU and UVU) and has FrontRunner Train Service to Salt Lake City! 

Aveda is synonymous with innovation and excellence. Once you have completed your education, your diploma will have international brand name recognition. Employers will recognize the standard of an Aveda education and consider this when offering you employment.   Below is one example of what might go on in your classes at Aveda!

Aveda is one of the fastest growing worldwide salon networks and the most successful salon business model in the industry. You’re a part of the family from the first day of school through continued education and employment.

Here's a fun fact - 60% of the 2012 Salon Today Top 200 Winners, a prestigious award for salons and spas, were Aveda Salons and Spas.  Now that is really saying something if you ask me!
  
You can choose from programs including Cosmetology, Esthiology, Makeup Training, Massage Training, Master Esthetics, and Spa Training!

 I'm excited to let you know that one of my UTAH readers will get a pamper-me package at the Provo Aveda Institute like the one I got including a hair wash & style, a manicure with exclusive Aveda nail polish in your choice of color and your own bottle to take home, and a 60-minute Elemental Nature Facial!  I guarantee you'll love it!  

To enter, please fill out the rafflecopter form below and good luck!  Utah Residents only!  This winner's package is only available at the Provo, UT Aveda Institute!  

  


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Del Sol Color Changing Products #Giveaway

Del Sol's color changing products make you realize that everything is more fun in the sun!  That's because when you go out wearing one of their products, the sun changes the color from ordinary to extraordinary!  
I was able to try one of their color changing teeshirts, a nail polish and some of their polarized sunglasses!  Loved all of it!  

T-Shirts:  Del Sol Tees are a lot of fun! People light up and smile when they see the artwork on your shirt come alive in the sun.  With designs for both men and women, for teens and for kids, Del Sol products make perfect gifts!  And their Disney Line of products are so much fun for kids!  I love my Del Sol T-Shirt!  It's soft and very colorful when I go into the sun.  The sizes tend to run a tad small.  I usually wear a medium, but went with a large and am glad I did.  It fits me about like the pictures below. 

               

                                                

Sunglasses: 

Not only do Del Sol Sunglasses have the color-changing technology, They're also 100% UVA/UVB blocking and polarized to prevent glare, helping your eyes feel better. From futuristic to chic, or just plain fun, Del Sol's color change sunglasses come in styles to fit any man or woman under the sun.  They have one of the best guarantees in the industry!  I chose the sunglasses on the right.  They are so cool!  People comment on both the style and the color-changing.  They are very high-quality!

With Sun

Without Sun

LIFETIME REPLACEMENT GUARANTEE against Loss, Theft, or Damage. Even if you simply lose your Solize™ color-changing sunglasses, we'll still replace them for just the shipping/handling cost.
• Polarized PolarizedPro™ lenses to block out glare.
• Durable frames are impact-resistant and lightweight.
• Spectrachrome® technology makes frames change color when exposed to sunlight. Color change is also guaranteed to impress you, and to last for the life of the sunglasses. 

Nail Polish:

I love this nail polish!  I'm someone who loves changes in my look, but more often than not, too lazy to do anything about it.  This polish with the help of the sun, does it effortlessly for me. 

Del Sol is a company that helps people be happy!  What could be better than that?

Please enter the giveaway below for a chance to win a pair of your choice of sunglasses, a nail polish and a t-shirt! Open to U.S. and Canada!  

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What I Wore...#RealMomStyle!

I'm linking up again to these lovely mom bloggers in this event!

 I added a few shoes to my collection this week.  I actually took advantage of all the boot sales going on right now.  I got two pairs of really cute boots at 'Forever Young', for half price, so super good deal.  I know that I won't be getting much wear out of them this year because the season is almost over, but they are classic styling, so I'm set for next year.   I bought another pair of shoes at a Dillard's Clearance Sale with an additional 20% off for $19.99.  I really like them a lot.  Also, if you go here, you can get 2 pairs of Sunset Sandals for only $10.00.

This week I attended my son's SteelFist Fight Night.  He does MMA "on the side" and he is pretty dedicated.  He lost 25 lbs from his normal 195 lb. frame to fight at a lower weight.  He fought a guy who has quite a few wins under his belt, usually winning with knock-outs.  But I'm happy to report that Ed 'The Terminator' Whitmore won in all 3 rounds by unanimous decision.  Anyway, I wore the outfit I'm showing to that event.  I was probably the most covered-up female in the room, which I don't mind at all!  It was chilly that evening, pouring rain!

Normal - 195 lbs.

At weigh-in:  170 lbs.

                                      

 Sweater - Worthington
Cargos - Chelsea & Violet - Dillards
Shoes- The Sak - Dillards

A Place To Hang Your Wet Dish Rag

I don't often claim to have wonderful tips on how to keep your house clean and organized.  And the one I am sharing today isn't my own.  My mother-in-law has been doing this for awhile and so I copied her.  

Do you hang your dishrags over the kitchen faucet?  That is where I hung mine for so long.   A lot of times it would end up in the sink soaking up water from other activities.  Sometimes, I hate to admit, people would brush their teeth in the sink (an absolute no-no in my book, not sayin' that anyone listens) and get the mess from that soaked into the dishrag because it had fallen off the faucet.  Of course, I wouldn't realize that was what had happened and I'd pick up the dishrag  (Ewww...gross!) and put it back over the faucet.  So many nasty germs from that!  I shudder just to think about it!

 So here's an idea that I love! Find an inexpensive metal paper towel dispenser (we got ours from Shopko) and hang your dishrag over it.  It will be out of the way, yet convenient by the sink, have better air circulation, dry much faster and not accidentally fall into the sink to soak up disgusting stuff!  
 

There you have it, my household tip of the year! 
Please let me know if you have a household tip that has saved you time, trouble or money!   

#AntiAging Supplements That Work! NeoCell #Giveaway ($52 RV)

I am happy to be a brand advocate for this great line of nutritional supplements.  NeoCell has paid attention to science that has been around for awhile and has created products that address the health and beauty concerns of 21st century women and men (I mention men here because health and beauty is reflected in good looks and vitality. Men definitely want that too!).

NeoCell has the tagline 'Nutrients You Can Trust' and that is certainly the case!  They don't cut quality to cut costs, like a lot of companies do.  They are easily accessible--buy them locally or online.  And most of all they work!  These claims come with plenty of awards to show for it, including  an Olympic Gold Medal for NeoCell brand ambassador, Kayla Harrison, becoming the first American ever to win a gold medal in Judo; Winner of 2012 Responsible Packaging Award for their committment to switch to 100% Post-Consumer Recycled Packaging; The Better Nutrition 2012 Best of Natural Beauty Award, to name a few.

NeoCell has been developing and manufacturing all natural, premium anti-aging formulas for over 20 years and is the leading Collagen brand in the world. Our products are naturally based, not synthetic, and are designed to promote youthful health, beauty and total body wellness. We manufacture our own products using carefully sourced food-grade raw materials and our facility exceeds all GMP standards.We strive to continuously bring the best to our customers– products that we and our own families are proud to use, made with Nutrients You Can Trust®.

Collagen +C Pomegranate Liquid (16 oz.)    

Elixir for Youthful Vitality and Vigor:
Collagen+C™ Pomegranate Liquid is a youth enhancing elixir that combines the potent antioxidants Pomegranate, Green Tea, Elderberry and Cranberry with the anti-aging benefits of Collagen+C™ in a delicious liquid form. Ionic Minerals are added for further absorption benefits and the blend is sweet- ened with low glycemic index Agave nectar. This complex formulation makes for an easy-to-take, revitalizing anti-aging supplement.
Collagen+C™ Pomegranate Liquid:
Pomegranate's ellagic acid and green tea polyphenols (EGCG) provide a strong combination of antioxidants for protection against free radical damage. With the absorption benefits of ionic minerals, Collagen+C™ Pomegranate Liquid provides the latest in total body health.
Benefits:*

• Radiant and resilient skin
• Thicker hair and stronger nails
• Provides building blocks for collagen synthesis
• Healthy and strong ligaments and tendons
• Potent antioxidant*

Resveratrol AntiOxidant     

The health benefits of Muscadine grape, red wine, red grapes, pomegranate and grape seed extracts have been known for many years. Now modern science and research reveals that regular consumption of these amazing fruits containing natural polyphenol nutrients contributes to a healthy lifestyle.*

Recent clinical Studies show that Reservatrol stimulates and activates the SIRT1 enzyme that is theorized to be part of the anti-aging process. Laboratory studies reveal that reducing cell oxidation and repairing DNA damage may have a substantial impact on cellular health.*

Neocell Resveratrol Antioxidant uses only the finest red wine grapes, grape vine and seeds from the Bordeaux region in France. The addition of Muscadine grapes, French Grape Seed extract, and Pomegranate extract make these amazing fruits a unique blend containing natural and powerful antioxidants which contributes to a healthy lifestyle.*

• Helps prevent free radical damage to cells
• Heps support the immune system and liver functions
• A powerful antioxidant
• Promotes heart health

As I mentioned in my review, NeoCell is sponsoring a giveaway for the two antioxidant supplements above.  The giveaway is open to both U.S. and Canada! 

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2 Fabulous Anti-Aging Supplements From NeoCell #Review

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 Recently I read a couple of articles about wrinkle prevention because I don't like those tell-tale signs of the aging process any more than you do!  Sure, I earned the ones I've got...but let's be honest, I'd rather earn things like the 'Good Mom Award' and have wonderful kids to show for it,  the 'Good Wife Award' and have a happy husband, the 'Good Daughter Award' and have proud parents or the 'Good Deed Award' and just have inner happiness radiating from my face...  I really don't need wrinkles as my trophy for all of those things, that is if I can help it! 

I guess a lot of women feel the same way because there are surely a lot of articles about how to keep wrinkles away and here are some of the tips I've run across multiple times - moisturize daily, use retinol products, use sunscreen, don't smoke, do drink water, don't sleep on your face, eat whole foods, be happy.  I think all of those are fairly obvious by now! 

But one thing I don't hear much about is the fact that the glue that holds the face and body together is collagen and that it naturally depletes at the rate of 1.5% each year after the age of 25.  "As this collagen production slows, the collagen fibers in the body become brittle and begin to break down, resulting in many of the signs of aging, such as loose, flaccid skin, wrinkles, ligament and tendon injuries and osteoarthritis."  So basically, you can employ all of the wrinkle-prevention tactics you please, but if your collagen levels are low, you won't get the results you want!

 That is why I was so thrilled to get a chance to review and tell you about the wonderful products at NeoCell!. NeoCell was founded by Al Quadri, a lifelong scientist and inventor.  At one point, he underwent major heart surgery and was having a difficult time recovering.  He learned of  the integral role collagen plays in the healing and regenerative process of tissue and muscle mass and decided to incorporate it in his healing process.  He had amazing results and because of  it, established NeoCell.  Now NeoCell is the number one collagen brand in the world and has been developing and manufacturing all natural, premium anti-aging formulas for over 20 years.

I am using two of their products and both of them are outstanding - 

 

1) Resveratrol Anti-Oxidant Capsules - Why is this so wonderful?  Because it is made from high quality grapes, grapeskin and grapeseed from France.  NeoCell uses French Muscadine grapes in their Resveratrol.  Often you will see a bottle in the health food stores with grapes on the label....but when you look at the ingredients you find the much cheaper Japanese Knotwood.  Actually the Japanese Knotwood can cause stomach cramps in some people.  I take 2 pills daily.  Some of the benefits of Resveratrol include:

• Helps prevent free radical damage to cells
• Helps support the immune system and liver functions
• A powerful antioxidant
• Promotes heart health

 2) Collagen +C Pomegranate Liquid - This is one of NeoCell's newest products and it is amazing!  It combines the best Collagen one can get along with other super anti-oxidants like pomegranate, green tea, elderberry and cranberry to bring you amazing health benefits! It is sweetened with Agave to produce a low glycemic effect.  Hyaluronic Acide is an essential part of the collagen composition, aiding in the absorption process.  Most companie make the hyaluronic acid in the lab.  NeoCell offers natural hyaluronic acid, even though it is 20 times more expensive.  Every batch of product is checked 8,000 times and exceeds government requirements.  NeoCell collagen absorbs within 20 minutes as a result!  I take 1 Tbsp. in the morning and 1 Tbsp. at night.  The taste is very fruity, Some benefits of Collagen +C Products include:

• Radiant and resilient skin
• Thicker hair and stronger nails
• Provides building blocks for collagen synthesis
• Healthy and strong ligaments and tendons
• Potent antioxidant

 
And here are some reviews I found on the IHerb site, Vitamin Shoppe, and Vitacost, where you can order NeoCell Products.  

"I've noticed my nails are stronger and my hair is growing rapidly and I attribute it to the use of this Neocell liquid. The only drawback is I have to visit my hairdresser more frequently for touchups! It's worth it for me though!"

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"I decided to try taking collagen to improve the appearance of my skin. I've had sensitive, acne-prone skin for years.

The directions say to take 3 tablets, 2x daily. I only take 3 a day, they last longer, and I noticed a huge difference within weeks. My skin was clear, smooth, and definitely more 'radiant' as it says on the bottle. I noticed a difference in the overall tone and texture of my face, (little to no redness, skin looked and felt tighter.) I received many compliments from family and friends who asked what I had done. I'd like to add that nothing changed in my routine, nor was I using any expensive skincare products. I've also had issues with breakouts on my shoulders and upper back, which cleared as well.

As soon as I stopped taking these, my skin would break out and revert back to a dull appearance."

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 "I don't know why the makers would suggest a total of six tablets in a day and I don't know what would possess someone to take six of these tablets in one day. I only used one tablet per day and after two weeks I saw a difference in my face. It was tighter and smoother. After a month my waist slimmed and tighten and I actually had a slight six pack. My thighs and buttocks also tighten and became more "muscular." I use this product for three months and stopped because I started a vitamin regimen that has amino acids. However, I shouldn't have never stopped using it so I am back to using the rest of the bottle with one pill a day. I didn't see any difference in hair, nails, teeth, tendons, etc... even though I do have joint and bone problems from a terrible accident a few years ago. But I DO know that this works perfectly for my skin and muscles. It appears that it tightens and flattens out fat and makes your body "muscular." I will use the rest of the bottle and order some more and take it a little longer to see if it will benefit other parts of my body."

I know that nutrtional supplements take time to see marked improvement, but I am already seeing some benefits after just one week!  I feel like my skin immediately has improved and my weight has gone down by 3 lbs., which is great!  I also have a 2 1/2 year old knee injury that wouldn't heal, and I feel like it is getting better!  So I will definitely keep taking these supplements because I believe that beauty starts from the inside!  And combined with the things I mentioned in the beginning, like getting lots of sleep (one that I particularly like), I just might have discovered the real fountain of youth after all!