The quarterly Allure Beauty Thrills Winter 2015 will launch on Tuesday, November 24, at 12:01PM ET. This box is priced at $49.95 + Shipping.  This box is seriously worth it since the total value is over $425!




Here are the items included in the box:

ALGENIST
Power Advanced Wrinkle Fighter Serum
A powerful anti-aging serum that visibly minimizes the size and depth of the deepest wrinkles by 33% for smooth, radiant skin.

ALOXXI
Volumizing Whip
Create body, define waves, and nourish hair while controlling frizz. This rich, conditioning mousse provides soft, silky volume without crunch while protecting hair color from fading by helping block damaging UV rays.

CARESS®
Daily Silk Silkening Body Wash
With Caress® Daily Silk Body Wash, revel in the feeling of irresistibly soft skin that invites the touch. A special formula infused with SilkEssenceTM, for soft, elegantly fragranced skin. Expertly crafted with the delicate floral notes of White Peach and Orange Blossom.

CLEAR SCALP & HAIRTM
Total Care Nourishing Shampoo
Clinically proven to help restore scalp’s natural moisture balance with regular use and leaves hair resilient, shiny, smooth, and full.

CLEAR SCALP & HAIRTM
Total Care Nourishing Conditioner
Clinically proven to help restore scalp’s natural moisture balance with regular use and leaves hair resilient, shiny, smooth, and full.

COLGATE®
Optic White® Toothbrush + Built-In Whitening Pen
Whiter Teeth in two days.* No waiting, no rinsing! It’s as easy as Brush. Whiten. GoTM.

COLGATE®
Optic White® Express White Toothpaste
Colgate’s fastest whitening toothpaste ever! Whiter teeth in three days* just by brushing!

DOVE
Advanced Care Anti-Perspirant/Deodorant
Dove Advanced Care Anti-Perspirant/Deodorant with NutriumMoistureTM offers the brand’s best care ever and provides softer, smoother underarms in just three days along with 48-hour odor and wetness protection.

DOVE
Deep Moisture Body Wash
Dove Deep Moisture Body Wash combines mild cleansers and NutriumMoisture technology to provide softer, smoother skin after just one shower.

E.L.F.
Studio Lip Exfoliator
Exfoliate lips to remove dry, chapped skin. Includes vitamin E, shea butter, avocado & jojoba. Leaves lips conditioned & revitalized.

E.L.F.
Studio Moisturizing Lipstick in Bordeaux Beauty
Velvety, satin texture seals in moisture for vibrant color and shine. Enriched with shea and vitamins to nourish and hydrate.

HASK
Monoi Coconut Nourishing Shine Oil
Monoi coconut oil has been a Tahitian beauty secret for centuries. It’s known to nourish and hydrate all hair types. Over 20 uses per shine oil!

HERBAL ESSENCES®
NakedTM Volume Shampoo
Free of silicones, parabens, and dyes, but doesn’t withhold the revitalizing aromas of grapefruit and mossa mint oil.

JESSICA®
Custom Nail Colour
JESSICA brings this season’s minimalist trend to nails with natural pink sheer hues inviting you to re-think pink!

MICHAEL TODDTM
Knu Anti-Aging Face Lift Serum
Like a reset button for the skin, this anti-aging serum transforms skin on contact. This unique blend of nature’s finest anti-aging extracts combined with clinically validated active ingredients, lifts, firms, and brightens skin of the face, neck, and décolletage.

NOT YOUR MOTHER’S®
Clean Freak® Unscented Refreshing Dry Shampoo
Clean Freak® Unscented is the same oil-absorbing, volume-building dry shampoo you know and love—now made for those who want a fragrance-free freshen-up!

ONE ‘N ONLYTM ISLAND ESSENTIALSTM
Awapuhi Intensive Treatment
A silicone-free treatment that reconstructs and repairs dry, damaged hair with a unique complex of awapuhi extract, quinoa, and keratin.

REDKEN
One United Multi-Benefit Treatment
Redken’s One United, all-in-one multi-benefit treatment for all hair types, with 25 benefits for manageability, protection, and beauty!

RUSK®
Working Spray
This medium-hold, ultra-dry hairspray is versatile and long-lasting! Fast drying, crunch-free, and flexible for style-and-go ease.

SIMPLE® SKINCARE
Micellar Make-Up Remover Wipes
Cleanse, remove makeup, and instantly hydrate skin with skincare’s most awarded product in a new format.
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SONIA KASHUK TOOLS
Medium Eye Shadow Brush No.28
This makeup bag staple is essential for creating any eye look. Use this full-bristled brush to effortlessly apply any eye shadow for a seamless sweep of color.

SUAVE PROFESSIONALS®
Moroccan Infusion Styling Oil
Infused with authentic Moroccan argan oil, this ultra-light formula conditions without weighing hair down and delivers long-lasting, silky shine.

TOUCH IN SOL
Feel Like Honey Moon Skin Base
Feel Like Honey Moon Skin Base is a two-in-one skin moisturizer + primer that provides instant and lasting hydration for a glowing complexion.

YES TO TOMATOES
Detoxifying Charcoal Cleanser
Formulated with charcoal to draw out impurities, tomato extract for a daily dose of antioxidants, jojoba spheres for oh-so-gentle exfoliation, AND salicylic acid to deep-clean pores and prevent future breakouts.
IPSY is a $10 monthly subscription box of  beauty products that ranging from nail polish, skin care, hair care and cosmetics.  Each box (or pink package) contains a make-up pouch that is designed according to the monthly box theme. The pouch contains a combination of 4-5 sample and full size products.


For this bag I got 5 items, 2 Full Size and 3 deluxe sample or travel sizes.



Ipsy November Glam Bag Theme: Beauty Blast 



Josie Maran 
 100% Pure Argan Oil Light
Travel Size: .16 oz 
Value: $5.12
Full Size: .5 oz /$16

  
Beaute Basics

Gel Eyeliner with Gel Eyeliner Brush
Full Size!
Pointer Eye Liner Brush - $4.63
Gel Eyeliner in Navy - Value Unknown 

  
Smashbox Cosmetics
 Full Exposure Mascara
Deluxe Size 3 ml
Value: $10 
Full Size:$20  

  
 Bdellium Tools 
Studio Blending Brush 776
Full Size! 
Value: $9 





Coolway
Stronghold Spray
Travel Size: .5 oz 
Value: $3 
Full Size: $19.95

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UNBOXING: November Ipsy

by on November 16, 2015
IPSY is a $10 monthly subscription box of  beauty products that ranging from nail polish, skin care, hair care and cosmetics.  Each box (or...
I was given an opportunity to try and test Midori Spring Organic Matcha. This green tea is of very fine quality and it also has a very fresh aroma. The Matcha stored in a tin and sealed with a pull top and lid. Make sure to refrigerate after opening to keep it fresh! 




Benefits of Organic Matcha:
Perhaps because of the caffeine, Matcha can increase energy levels. It also help reduce stress and improve mental alertness. It fires up metabolism that eventually leads to weight loss. Organic Matcha also support the immune system and helps reduce inflammation. 

Midori Spring Organic Matcha is available on Amazon for $26.97.  Free shipping for Amazon Prime Members. 

Now, drinking tea is good but having it for dessert is definitely much better! I checked online and found this yummy Cheese Cake Recipe. This cake is great to serve this coming Holiday!

Green Tea Cheese Cake 




Ingredients:

  • (2) 8oz Packages of Cream Cheese (softened)
  • 2 Eggs (beaten)
  • 3/4 Cup White Sugar
  • 1 TBSP Green Tea Powder
  • 2 TSP Vanilla
  • 1 9 Inch Prepared Graham Cracker Pie Crust
Directions:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar together with hand or stand mixer until it turns smooth. 
  • In the same bowl, mix in green tea powder, eggs, and vanilla until light and creamy.
  • Pour mix into the prepared graham cracker pie crust. 
  • Bake in preheated oven for 25 minutes. You’ll know it’s done when the center jiggles evenly when the cake is shaken lightly.
  • Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving


I received this item at a discount in exchange for an honest review. 

Green Tea Cheese Cake

by on November 13, 2015
I was given an opportunity to try and test Midori Spring Organic Matcha . This green tea is of very fine quality and it also has a very fre...
Ever since I started this blog five months ago, I already received more than 100 free items and received tons of good deals on Amazon.  Most deals that I receive cost me from $.50 cents to about $2 each. The items ranges from beauty products, kitchen/home gadgets, toys and technology.

There are a few sites that I go to grab these deals however, my personal favorite is the Elite Deal Club.

As a member of this club, you will receive a daily email announcing the deals that will be available at 10:00a.m. ET, 2:00p.m. ET and 8:00p.m. ET. More than 150 deals are available per day and offers ranges from 70% off to 100% off.

All you have to do is log in to your account at the exact time of the deal release and choose the item you want to purchase. An exclusive one time use code will be given to you right away.  You can purchase only one item per deal release - total of three items per day only.  There is a limit to the number of coupons available per item and per day.






The only thing you have to do in exchange for getting these deals is that you have to post an honest product review on Amazon...and please do...most of these deals come from small start up or family business.  You do not need to have a blog or any social media account to join Elite Deal Club.

It is best to have an Amazon Prime membership to get free shipping for the items you grab on Elite Deal Club. Note that your shipping cost will not be reimbursed by the company.

Interested in becoming a member? You need an invite! Click HERE






Free Friday Download is here! Head on to HERE and download the free coupon. 

Have you tried having your produce delivered? Last week, I was introduced to Farm Fresh To You - an online service that delivers organic and locally grown produce right to your doorstep.  I was a bit apprehensive at getting the service - first because it is a bit pricey compared to my local Ralphs and also, I am not really that excited about fruits and veggies. Then again, Farm Fresh To You fruits and veggies are certified organic and all of it are guaranteed to be local and freshly picked. My first box will arrive tomorrow - delivery is made between the wee hours of the morning -anytime before 8:00 a.m.


This is how Farm Fresh to You works - you first have to set up an online account HERE. Fist time clients can get a $10 discount if you use the code JZAV8797. After signing up, choose the Box Type, Size and Delivery Frequency that best fits your lifestyle. Your delivery day depends on your zip code and the Delivery Frequency can be weekly, every other week or every 3 or 4 weeks. There’s no commitment and you can change your service as your needs change. A regular box is priced at $33.






Interested in signing up? Click HERE.  Use the code JZAV8797 to save $10 on your first box.  Remember that by purchasing your first box, you are automatically subscribed to receive a box based on your chosen frequency. You will be charged the regular rate on your succeeding boxes.  

It's almost Christmas! 
Time to buy Christmas presents and goodies!