Happy St. Patrick's Day!

Aquafina Plus+ Vitamins 10 Cal Water

I posted my original review on the ChickAdvisor site so check it out there, and if you found my review helpful  give me a vote there. ^__^

 

A big thanks to ChickAdvisor for sending me six bottles of Aquafina Plus+ Vitamins 10 Cal Water to try and share with friends and family members.  I received three flavours: Black & Blue Berry, Strawberry Lemonade, and Fuji Apple Pear. This drink is beneficial to those who have forgotten to take their daily multivitamin and those who want a guilt-free flavoured drink. This drink does not contain a variety of vitamins for a healthy diet so taking a multivitamin is necessary! A bottle (591mL) contains some of our Daily Recommended Intake (DRI) of Vitamin Bs but satisfies most of our necessary intake of Vitamin C and Vitamin E. The mere 10 calories can be easily burnt off. 

 

On the Label: 

 

Medicinal facts:

• Vitamin C: 148 mg / 250% DV*
• Vitamin E: 7.8 mg / 80% DV
• Vitamin B5: 5.3 mg / 80% DV
• Vitamin B3: 5.0 mg / 20% DV
• Vitamin B6: 0.7 mg / 40% DV
• Vitamin B12: 2.3 mcg / 120% DV

 * Daily Value 

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• Calories: 10
• Carbohydrates: 16 g / 5%
• Sugars: 0 g

Non-medicinal ingredients: Water, erythritol, natural yumberry and pomegranate flavours, citric acid, xanthan gum, calcium lactate, potassium citrate, Reb A (PureVia brand natural pure stevia extract), modified corn starch, red colour, calcium phosphate dibasic, gum arabic, ginger extract, dandelion root extract.

 

Recommended Dose: (Ages 12 years and older): Drink 591 mL (1 bottle) 1 to 2 times daily. 

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The first one I tried was Black & Blue berry; the first sip filled my mouth with a wonderful, ice cold, sweet berry taste. However the pleasure was short lived because the drink is sweetened with Stevia quickly left an unpleasant, tingly, and bitter aftertaste. Thank goodness Aquafina used concentrated fruit juices to sweeten the drink as well, I can’t image how awful the drink would be if the product was sweetened with Stevia alone.

To my disappointment, the tanginess and citrus flavours were completely absent in the Strawberry Lemonade drink. It tasted more like a refreshing smooth Starbucks’ Creamy Strawberry frappuccino, but without the full-bodied flavours. The Fuji Apple Pear had the best flavour out of all 3. This flavour was tasty and has an amazing exotic tropical taste. I would not purchase or recommend the Black & Blue berry and Strawberry Lemonade flavours to anyone. I would recommend the Fuji Apple Pear flavour for those who are intrigued in trying a low calorie vitamin water.

Massaging My Ego - An Update

Hello my wonderful readers, 

It's been awhile since I last posted...and I'm alive (for the most part).  It's been a bit busy lately...oh wait that's not news, hehe. I've also finally bought a new bed! Yayyyy!  It's only taken me 1.5 years to find "the one".  Next is finding a car, rug, paint...etc.

On top of going to uni., and work (2X) I've been looking for my practicum placement, which is a tad stressful. However, the stress doesn't stop there I have taxes to fill out, and more (Spring and Summer) courses to take.  Somehow I will be able to find time to do all this without losing (what is left of) my sanity. 

Anyways, I'll stop blabbing and show you random pictures off of my camera. 

Food and Drink Galore

* Thanks Chapman's for the delicious frozen yogurt - Dutch Chocolate. Shot glass full of yummy frozen yogurt; tastes exactly like ice cream

*The box; the product doesn't look like that at all

 * Homemade lemonade; green tea, fresh lemons, and honey

*Minty Milk Chocolate!

*White wine; I need lots and lots of wine please.

* Baileys! I <3 the cocktail White Russian

*Stir fried calamari

*Deep fried mini fish

*Lettuce and abalone

*Lamb and tofu

*2 Kinds of Mushroom and Sweet Cabbage

*Assorted Cookies

*Fresh strawberries

*Welch's 100% Grape slush

Miscellaneous

* Shutter shades!!!

*Got my GlobalFest Passes!

*Going to see Tiesto!

My Freebie Collection

Jolen Cream Bleach Review

*Jolen Cream Bleach ad in Elle Canada

Thanks Kristina Wells at Wells Fashion and Beauty for the photos featured above.

*The Claims for Jolen Cream Bleach*

The simplest and safest way for woman to not only lighten their excess dark hair but also give fairness to the skin and complexion. Nourishes and moisturizes your skin to give you that smooth and silky feeling. Why settle for less when we have the best for you.

• Camouflages facial hair
• Cleans Skin
• Unique gas flushing action to cleanse skin pores
• Strong antiseptic to prevent infection
• Quick & Convenient
• Suitable for all types of skin
• Available in 9g, 18g, 35g, 140g & 300g
• Affordable price

  *My Experience with the Cream Bleach:*

•  Price: ~$12
• How to use: Mix the creme bleach with the "accelerator" powder with the plastic spatula. FYI: Don't use all of the 7g "accelerator" powder in one go! Apply to area and leave on for ten minutes then remove with cream with a damp wash cloth.
• Effectiveness: The product lightly and evenly lighten my arm fuzz and the cream did not irritate my skin at all. I didn't experience any red blotches and  itchiness from the product, which I'm quite happy about. 
• Cons: It's very stinky - smells like sulfur
  
• Bottom line: I won't repurchase the cream because I strongly dislike the smell. I can live with a bit of fuzz on my arms. ;)
  
• *Grade: 4.5/10

My Bachelorette Pad - Dream Kitchen

 This or....

this! Irregardless of the cabinet color, I would love to have a kitchen with an island.

I am so happy to announce that I'll be able to move out and live by myself by May of 2012! Yayyyy! I've been saving like a squirrel, investing wisely, and working multiple jobs to keep my student loans down.

So I've been looking and planning for my new home. I think one of the most important rooms to have nicely decorated and furnished is the kitchen, because I'll be entertaining guests there. I've already picked out several key pieces of kitchen furniture and my all time favourite piece are adjustable bar stools.

I would love to have four or five of these modern black chic bar stools in my kitchen. Not only would these classic stools look fantastic but they are excellent for my guests as well.

Ohhhh, so sleek and shiney...Soon I'll be able to have you!

LUSH Happy Blooming Bath Melt Review

*The Claims for Happy Blooming Bath Melt*

Blooming soothing cherry melt.

Heaps of calamine powder.

Inventing Happy Blooming took a careful eye for perfection. Helen, inventor of the bath melt, tinkered with the formula for months. She wanted to create a smooth feeling on the skin, like a dry oil, so she used 50% calamine powder to create just the right effect on the skin.

Cherry chops.

The happy, mouth-watering, fruity fragrance is down to Simon's 'Cherry Chops', named in honour of beautiful cherry blossoms. You get three baths out of each one ? just snap off one segment per soak and its blend of calamine, ylang and cocoa butter will leave your skin silky and non-greasy. We think it's blooming marvelous, and we're sure you will too.

Passion flower seed oil

Passion flower oil forms part of that sweet scent and encourages a sense of happiness and calm.

Calamine powder

Powdered calamine soothes and creates a smooth feeling on the skin.

 *My Experience with the Bath Melt:*

•  Price: $6.95 for 60g
• Effectiveness: I break the decadent bath melt into 3 chunks - it breaks into perfect pieces easily.  The rich melt gives off a wonderfully relaxing creamy pink hue and makes my skin smell amazing. The product leaves me with ultra smooth and soft skin  all over without causing chest and back break outs.
• How to use:  I held the product directly under the running tap for a bit before the Happy Blooming Bath melt disolved. 
• Scent: Cherry candy
  
• Cons:It's pricey!
  
• Bottom line: A must have!
  
• *Grade: 9.2/10

Aviva Organics Conditioning Body Polish Review

*The label is flaking off and it creates a terrible mess

*The Claims for Aviva Organics Conditioning Body Polish * 

Conditioning Body Polish: Look Healthy. Feel Confident. This creamy body polish contains organic botanicals, antioxidants and essential oils designed to condition, soften and evenly exfoliate your skin. Ideal to help your sunless tan will look darker, fade more evenly, and last longer. The invigorating particles smooth and prep your skin for a truly exceptional sun-free tanning experience.

78% Organic Ingredients:         Organic Rosemary Extract         Organic Calendula ExtractOrganic Ginger Root Extract         Organic Lemon Verbena Leaf Extract         Organic Orange Peel Extract         Organic Rose Hips Fruit Extract         Organic Sunflower Seed Oil         Organic Soy Oil

Directions: Apply product with hands. Massage gently using circular motion, paying extra attention to the elbows, knees, hands, feet and ankles. Rinse thoroughly.

*My Experience with the Body Scrub:*

•  Price: $25 for 237ml Bottle
• Effectiveness: The conditioning body polish effectively removes dead skin cells and stimulates circulation. I noticed a significant difference in my skin tone after the first use; the polish brightens my skin and leaves my skin uber smooth. The invigorating particles preps my skin for my lotion/ self tanner moisturizer.
• How to use: I apply the product with my hands to my legs, elbows, knees, feet and ankle in circular motions.
• Scent:  Light, creamy orange
• Cons: The particles can be more finely milled. I think the scrub may be too harsh for indivdiuals who have senstive and thin skin.
  
• Bottom line: I don't recommend this body polish. Save your money and use St. Ives facial scrub instead of Aviva Organics Conditioning Body Polish.
  
• *Grade: 5.8/10

LUSH Tea Tree Water: Toner Review

 *The Claims for Tea Tree Water*

TOUGHER TONER FOR SPOTTY SKIN.

Ah, tea tree: how do we love thee?

Tea tree is extremely soothing and can work wonders on troubled or oily skin. We've also added juniper berry and grapefruit waters to refresh and tone with natural oils.

Mild antiseptic spray.

Use this throughout the day to help tackle blemishes and lift your spirits.

Juniper berry water

Juniper berry oil has many properties, some of which are very beneficial to the skin. The antiseptic quality of the oil is very good for helping oily, spot-prone and acne skins.

*My Experience with the Toner:*

• Price:$8.95 for 100mL
• Cons: I find that this toner is not as effective as my regular drug store brand toner; the tea tree water does not seem to remove makeup and oils as well as drug store brands.  
• Effectiveness: I really like how gentle the Tea Tree Toner is on my skin; the product is not harsh and does not dry out my skin.  The toner removes some blackheads (after multiple uses) and leaves my skin feeling soft and refreshed.
• Bottom Line: I'm on the fence about repurchasing this product or not. I like that the toner doesn't contain alcohol, but the effectiveness is quite mild for me. I'm still searching for "the perfect" toner.
• Grade: 6.5/10