Dickinson's Witch Hazel Review

April is Earth Month and I'm planning on reviewing green and earth-friendly products this month! I'm also taking a step towards being more healthy and fitness focused by consistently working out by following my youtube videos, my DVD library, etc! By following fitness tips & workout videos, I'm hope to get awesome abs! :D I completed a workout videos this evening and what did I use right after? The Dickinson's Witch Hazel that was showcased at last month's Shecky's Girls Night Out. I picked up a travel-sized bottle and a few towelette samples while I was there.

My review...
If you're unable to take a shower right after a workout and you want to keep your face clean and cool, I highly recommend using the Dickinson's Witch Hazel toner (or towelettes for on-the-go!) This natural formula is used to remove excess oil, dirt, sweat and makeup. I feel so refreshed after using this and will continue to use this after each workout.

Check out DickinsonUsa.com for their own Spring Tone Up tips to get inspired to workout this Spring! :)

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Spring Beauty Trends To Try

3 Pretty Spring Beauty Trends You Must Try

See which trends are a must this season

This is a TotalBeauty.com beauty tips article Spring is here and that means it's time for a fresh start. Not only will I be trading in sweaters for breezy dresses, but I'm also updating my beauty routine. Buh-bye thick face cream, sayonara wintery hues. This season I'm psyched to try these three trends. See them

Sneak Peek of EcoTools New Products & Website Launch in April!

Last week I got a sneak peek at the new EcoTools products coming out this year and the highly anticipated launch of the EcoTools website, with new products, social media links & videos! On April 4, 2011, simply go to www.eco-tools.com and see their new site with lots of natural makeup tips, product views as well as videos! Also, follow them at Twitter @EcoTools !

(Check out all my EcoTools reviews here.)

EcoTools, in my opinion, have the most softest & affordable makeup brushes that I have ever tried and I'm psyched about the second collection with Alicia Silverstone that debuts in April. The first collection came out at the end of '09 with a pretty pink floral pattern. All the cosmetic bags, including an overnight bag for brushes and train case, are made of natural hemp, recycled plastic lining and non-toxic inks. The new collection is a pretty lilac floral pattern that has similar items from the first collection but has a few new additions such as the makeup brushes holder & brushes (left) & tri-fold case. Can't wait to get these at my nearest Target stores!

See what else is new at EcoTools for 2011...

In addition to the Alicia Silverstone collection coming out in April, there will be some new bath accessories coming out in June of this year. This includes a Cleansing Pad which is a combination of the loofah and pouf & a MINI ecoPouf! The Mini EcoPouf is literally half the size of the regular pouf but it's great because if fits in my palms. (not shown yet) The Cleansing Pad shown below has the best of both worlds, you no longer have to decide which to use b/c it's a 2-in-1!

One side is the pouf

Other side is the cleansing loofah!

More EcoTools reviews and updates coming soon, including how you can recycle your old brushes to get a NEW EcoTool brush :) Stay tuned!

(Disclaimer: I received a sneak preview of the items above from this company's PR agency to share my thoughts with my readers.)

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Giveaway for Conair Infiniti Pro Model 270 Hair Dryer - ends April 30, 2011

Congratulations to MargaritaV! Please send an email to beautyandallthat at gmail.com with your name & mailing address!
*************Contest now over************
It's time for a giveaway! This year Conair is generous to sponsor another giveaway for my readers to receive their newest Infiniti Pro hairdryer (model 270). (My last Conair giveaway in the Fall was the orange Infiniti Pro Model 250 hair dryer.)

The new professional model is similar to one before in that they both have AC motors such as the dryers in salons to provide a powerful, yet quiet, drying time for your hair. It is also going to last 3 times longer than regular hairdryers using DC motors. This new model also has neutralizing ions to help make your hair shiny and reduce frizz. It also comes in a convenient travel tote so you take with on vacations or just for storage. This is quite the space saved because you literally twist the handle to the left to half the size... :) There is one con though and it only has two heat settings - high and low. I love my orange hair dryer because it has 3 temperature settings.. But the convenience of the new model and its powerful motor makes it super tempting to have!

So do want to WIN one? :D

Here's how...
Details for the giveaway...To enter, leave a comment on how you're going to be GREEN this month and include your email. You can enter as many times as you want but all comments must be different. You will only get additional entries if you do one or more of the following: (which means you must at least comment)
1) Tweet this contest: "I want to win a @Conair_hair Infiniti Pro HairDryer from @BeautyAllThat Enter here: http://bit.ly/eJIzqp"
2) Copy/paste image and link this contest on your own personal blog/site. Include your site's link when you comment. (Right click image and save or use this link:
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All comments must be submitted before April 30, 2011 at 11:59 PM (EST). Winner will be randomly chosen and agree to provide their address to the PR agency, who will fulfill the prize. USA addresses only, at this time. Thanks!


If you can't wait until May, check out:
www.conair-store.com , which retails for $34.99


(Disclaimer: I received this product from this company's PR agency to test, try and share my thoughts with my readers.)

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Love & Toast Hand Creme (gift from Meg's Makeup!)

($9 USD, www.loveandtoast.com)

In my Meg's Makeup gift package in February, I received a lovely Love & Toast hand creme in Paper Flower scent. Until I received this, I had not heard of Love & Toast and I'm so glad that I have. They are a brand whose philosophy is: It is just as important to do good, as it is to look good.

Their paraben-free formula hand creme is super hydrating with shea butters, avocado & sunflower oils with natural fragrances from botanical extracts. The Paper Moon scent is particularly made with Juniper and Lime Blossom essential oils and smells so fragrant. The only con about this is the packaging. The screw top is so small and the first time I unscrewed and tried to put it back, it just wouldn't work! It took a while but finally worked.. Tip: Make sure the cap isn't lopsided!

Thank You Meg for picking this hand creme for me! :)

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Spring awakening: NEST Fragrances Soap & Reed Diffuser

(Soap, 8.8 oz. $16 USD; Diffuser, 5.9 fl. oz. $34 USD, www.nestfragrances.com)

SPRING... It's almost here and now that the sun is out this weekend, I can finally transition into the new season! I have been waiting until this month to finally use my new NEST Fragrances Reed Diffuser and Bar Soap. The packaging, as always, is so pretty and looks like gifts themselves. Unwrap them and you unleash the abundance of fragrance that were neatly tucked inside...

The two different fragrances I tried were ...
Moss & Mint for the Bar Soap & Bamboo for the Reed Diffusers.

Moss & Mint- Garden mint, apple blossom and muguet are infused with a touch of oakmoss and vetiver. I immediately smelled the minty notes with a hint of florals & fruits.. The Apple Blossom makes it smell really nice and it reminded me of an outdoor picnic where flowers are blooming and you're snacking on fruits. The combination is very spring-like and fortunately the bar soap (an inch and a half thick!) deliciously lathers your body in this fragrance. It is incredibly luxurious and have never tried such a huge bar of soap before! :D

Bamboo- Flowering bamboo is mingled with a variety of white florals, sparkling citrus and fresh green accords. I have a few bamboo plants around my house but never cared much for their scent.. However NEST fragrances have paired the bamboo with citrus & florals that makes Bamboo smell new and fresh! Also really liking this scent as a Reed Diffusers. Its alcohol-free and the aroma of the Bamboo fragrance makes my room smell so good. It's supposed to last for up to 90 days, and so far I'm in 2 weeks.. 2 & half more months to go!

(Disclaimer: I received this product from this company's PR agency to test, try and share my thoughts with my readers.)

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Protect your Skin from the Sun: Smart Girls Who Surf

Protect your skin early by wearing SPF everyday! I have sensitive skin that is allergic to chemical ingredients for SPF protection, so I have to use products that only contain Titanium Dioxide and Iron Oxide (ingredients made for sensitive skin.) In preparation for the upcoming Earth Month in April, I want to share with you an organic sunscreen face stick that I tried from Smart Girls Who Surf.

Their Organic SPF 32 Sunscreen Face Stick has the following organic ingredients:

Active ingredients : Titanium Dioxide 8%, Zinc Oxide 2.5%
Inactive Ingredients: Organic Sunflower Oil, Organic Beeswax, Organic Castor oil, Organic Coco Butter, Organic Avocado Oil, Organic Aloe Oil, Vitamin E, Green Tea Extract, Rosemary Extract, Organic Calendula.

Tips & Tricks to use...
With all the oils and moisturizing ingredients, it did not surprise me that when applied, the formula was creamier than expected since it came from a stick. The formula however does leave a bit of a white residue but if you spread it on your face, it will sort of absorb into your skin but still a slightly white cast is left on your face. It helps to let you know that you've applied the sunscreen but if you don't like the tint, you can definitely apply a bronzing powder for cover up.

For $13, this product is a great value for the product that you get. It's also convenient for your purse and TSA-approved since it's not a liquid! :) Great for the beach and on your spring break (see my Spring break must-haves here.)

Check out more products from Smart Girls Who Surf including their Mineral Sunscreen and Soothing Lotion.


(Disclaimer: I received this product from this company's PR agency to test, try and share my thoughts with my readers.)

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Sally Hansen Salon Effects Nail Color Strips- Review

Patterned and textured nail polishes have been a recent trend and you can finally DIY with Sally Hansen's Salon Effects Real Nail Color Strips. They are basically nail strips that you can use that stick to your nails without the mess of the polish application. They are "pre-made" with the patterns on it or if you choose just a plain color, it's literally a SMOOTH, instantaneous nail polish change! Each box comes with 16 strips, a cuticle stick, and a mini filer. Since my nails are a bit small, I can get away with using one of the strips TWICE. ;) The color choices are pretty diverse considering this is a new collection. Neons are bright and definitely noticeable and comes in 8 different shades. There are 5 various Metallics you can choose from and 10 High-Fashion Patterns. I personally like the patterns best b/c they are unique and unless you make your own from polishes, how else are you going to get them, right?

My review...

I was given the opportunity to try these nail color strips for review and I'm so glad I did. All the drugstores near me have sold out of the patterns I really like which is a shame. My favorite is the "Laced up" and it's been such a hit since last Fall. Here are some of my favorites (left to right):



1) Cut It Out - This white & black floral pattern is pretty for the Spring. It's flowery and very retro looking! It's best to wear this w/ a solid toned outfit.

2) Skinny Jeans - Think Denim! It's dark blue and looks great. This and all the other colors have a thin plastic sheen over it, so it doesn't have the denim-feel.

3) Frock Star - When you wear these your nails will scream GLITTER! It's such a sparkly pattern that would be great for parties or when you're in that bright mood. :)

Ease of use? This definitely takes a bit of learning to use these nail color strips. You have to be careful when applying so it goes on smooth but once you get the hang of it, it's fun! The results are amazing and this really lasts more than a week!

(Disclaimer: I received this product from this company's PR agency to test, try and share my thoughts with my readers.)

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Total Beauty Awards: Vote for your Favorite Products!

Total Beauty Awards: Vote Now to Help Your Favorite Products Win!

T-minus one week until polls close. Have you voted yet? No? Then get to it

This is a TotalBeauty.com best beauty products article Vote now and you'll also be entered to win $350 worth of winning products. No joke, so hurry -- voting ends April 1 Vote now

Dr.young's Beauty Products Review at The Plaza Beauty

At the end of January, I got to meet & greet and learn more about Dr.young skincare products at The Plaza Beauty, located in the lower level of The Plaza Hotel in NYC. An Asian beauty brand, Dr.young's products are formulated to make your skin look younger look so it actually stays young. For the past two months, I have incorporated several of their products into my skincare routine, including their new Sugar and Cereal Facial Scrub. :)

1) Camellia Deep Cleansing Oil ($65, Anti-Dryness collection)- One of two cleansers, this is the oil-based formula that is extremely gentle and surprisingly working well for my oily skin. It contains 98% botanical oil, so with no harsh ingredients and absolutely no mineral oil in here, it removes any facial makeup and residue to leave my face feeling soft and clean.

(Dr.young's Sprinkling Gel Cream & BB Cream)

See more products here..

	2) Sprinkling Gel Cream ($70, Anti-Dryness collection)- This is an oil-free moisturizer that I use after cleansing and is formulated to keep your skin hydrated throughout the day. Why? It contains cactus extract, hyaluronic acid and aloe vera extract to provide the moisture and locks it in. On days that I didn't use this, I felt a difference in my skin- saw dry patches. When I did use this, my skin looked smoother and didn't feel super tight.
	3) B.B. Blemish Base SPF35 PA++ ($35, Protect/Prevent collection)- This is the first BB cream that I have tried and they're basically a concealer with SPF in it. This is incredibly moisturizing & lightweight. Its color is made for light-to-medium skintones, so it was a perfect match for my skin. Although this is "SPF" and I avoid those at all cost b/c of my sensitive skin, this contained titanium dioxide only, so I was fine. :)
	4) Sugar and Cereal Facial Scrub ($45, Anti-Dryness collection)- This gentle facial scrub was non-abrasive and left my skin looking brighter. I'm not exactly sure why, but I felt like it "whitened" my skin or left some kind of whitener behind.. My skin is already pretty light, so to see this, was a bit strange, no? Overall, I did like that the scrub itself had lots of sugar in it, so you felt like every inch of your face was being exfoliated. (Note: this contains mung beans, black soybean, oats, coffee bean powders.)

There's also an Anti-Blemish line to heal your blemishes and an Anti-Pore line too!

See more Dr.young at The Plaza Beauty in New York City!

(Disclaimer: I received samples of this product from this company's PR agency to test, try and share my thoughts with my readers.)

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L'Oreal EverStrong Shampoo from FreeBeautyEvents.com

In case you missed my earlier post about FreeBeautyEvents.com, I told you about this new site that I found through another blogger pal of mine, Rinny, from Rinny's Beauty Diary. FreeBeautyEvents.com consolidates exactly what its name says- free, beauty, events by location so you can find out what's happening. They hold monthly contests that giveaway beauty products just by entering and commenting for additional entries.

There's still time to enter March's giveaway here to win L'Oreal EverStrong Hydrate shampoo, EverStrong Bodify Shampoo and its Visible Lift Serum Absolute Advanced Age-Reversing Makeup. Hurry- contest ends 3/31/11!

They were generous to send me the L'Oreal gift package to test (I actually received the Reconstruct Shampoo instead of Bodify Shampoo). The EverStrong collection by L'Oreal is a sulfate-free line and instead uses natural botanicals and their patented Bio-Ceramide Complex for strengthening your hair. The EverStrong Hydrate Shampoo is meant for Normal to Dry hair, and although I have normal/sometimes oily hair, I find these types of shampoos to be moisturizing without weighing my hair down. I have tried the Hydrate Shampoo before from a sample and found this to be just okay. It made my hair soft but it was a bit too hydrating since my hair felt weighed down a day after. This is great for those with actually dry hair.

The EverStrong Reconstruct Shampoo is meant for Frizzy, Dry hair. Again, I don't have dry hair but...

I do have some flyaways and frizz. I used this after my morning workout and my hair is feeling really good. It's moisturizing enough and has tamed my flyaways. I definitely prefer this one over the Hydrate Shampoo. Both shampoos though have strong Eucalyptus scents so it's invigorating when you use in the shower. They actually contain Rosemary Juniper. :)

(Disclaimer: I received this product www.freebeautyevents.com to test, try and share my thoughts with my readers.)
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Mount Romance Shea Butter in Sandalwood from NYC PrettyCity

From the NYC PrettyCity & Sothy's Spa event in February, attendees received a jar of Mount Romance's Shea Butter in Essence of Australian Sandalwood. (Follow them @MtRomanceUSA) Moisturizing body butters are my favorite when you really want to heal dry skin. My legs, parched from the winter season and sometimes neglect, was dying to get slathered in rich body butter, so this was such a treat to receive in my goody bag! Formulated with pure Australian Sandalwood Oil, the Shea butter not only hydrated my skin and but also very calming to the scent. The Australian company, Mount Romance, is largest producer of Australian Sandalwood Oil and is even distributing this oil & products to the States.

Learn more about them here at: http://mtromanceusa.com/mtromance/

See the rest of my PrettyCity & Sothy's event goody bag!

Check out my goody back here: http://igknowidea.blogspot.com/2011/02/prettycity-sothys-event-goodie-bag.html

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