Skin Review: Simone France

When seasons change, we change the type of clothing we wear in order to adapt to the weather. Now, that I'm 30 I've learned that I should do the same with my facial skincare products. With the arrival of fall and winter, my skin starts to dry up and look dull. Luckily, I was sent a kit from Simone France and it has done wonders to help my face and neck look its best now that the temperatures are dropping and the air is getting dry.

Morning Routine

Every morning I start off with The Sandwich^®.

The Simone France Sandwich is an anti-aging and skin firming treatment that with constant use will help your face look its best.  I've been using the treatment for over a little more than a month and can notice a difference in my skin. 

I use The Sandwich normal to slightly dry skin kit which includes the following:

• 2 oz. Lovely Glow
• 2 oz. Refining Scrub
• 4.5 oz. Soap
• 30 Disposable Cleansing Cloths

How I make The Sandwich?

I start by dotting Lovely Glow moisturizer all over my face and smoothing it until the skin absorbs it. I follow it with the Refining Scrub along with a quick splash of water to move the product around my face. Then I run the soap underneath the faucet and build up a lather in my hand and rub it on my face. I take disposable cloth, wet it and wipe off all three products from my face. I splash warm water on my face and follow it with cold water. I pat dry my face and dab just a bit of the Lovely Glow moisturizer.

 It seems like a lot to do, but it only takes like 5 minutes.  Afterward, my face feels smooth, refreshed and ready to go out make up free! I definitely notice more luminosity to my complexion, as opposed to it looking dull like it used to.  Plus, my face has never felt this well moisturized {the truth is I don't have to use a lot of the moisturizer and it does not feel greasy}.

Night time Routine

My Simone France kit also came with products to make sure that my face is completely cleansed of all day time debris before I go to bed.

I finish my day by dabbing and swirling Simone France's Rich Milk {has a creamy texture to it} all over my face and neck with half of a disposable cloth.  It really helps get all the gunk off my face and the proof is all in the cloth.  I follow it up with the Refreshing Toner and the other half of the disposable cleansing cloth; it's alcohol free so it doesn't dry up my face and it helps swipe off the Rich Milk to finish off the cleaning process.  My face and neck end up feeling smooth, refreshed and my pores feel like they can breathe clearly.

These products are enough to last you from 2-3 months. I've been using them for a little over a month and I still have lots of product left {more than half}.

How to Decide what products will work best for you

One of the things I liked the most was that prior to recieving any of the products, I was sent a beauty questionnaire so the rep would know what products would better suit my skin and they were dead on.

These are products that I could definitely see myself purchasing in the future, especially for the fall-winter season.

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CLOSED {Giveaway} Chicken Soup for the Soul

I'm a big fan of this series because no matter what situations you may be facing Chicken Soup for the Soul has a book for it.  This time around you get to choose from 2 books, Inspiration for the Young at Heart or Devotional Stories for Tough Times. 

Devotional Stories for Tough Times is ideal for those of you going through rough times in life and are looking for some reassurance through stories of strength, faith and prayer.

Inspiraton for the Young at Heart presents stories for people who after 60 found a new meaning to their lives.  The stories are funny and invigorating and help you see that age is not a limit when it comes to enjoying life

Giveaway:
2 readers {U.S. or Canada} will get the chance to win either one of the featured books, you choose whether you would like Inspiraton for the Young at Heart or Devotional Stories for Tough Times

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Giveaway: Carmex Skincare {CLOSED}

Now that we are in full-on fall with winter right around the corner my skin tends to get dry and a bit flaky.  During this time of year my regular skincare routine just doesn't cut it. Luckily,  the great people over at Carmex sent me a skincare package to help me get through the cold temperatures.

The Carmex Healing Lotion can be used everyday, has a lovely smell and absorbs quickly when rubbed onto skin.  I've been using the lotion after my nightly shower.  I rub it all over my body and I instantly feel the added moisture. I especially like it because the next morning I still feel my skin moisturized despite the heater being turned on.

If you feel you need a little bit more TLC on certain parts of your body then that's where Carmex Healing Cream would come in!  This cream is thicker than the lotion, so you won't need too much product to start feeling a difference in your skin.  I use this cream on my hands, feet and elbows before I start out my day.  It really helps me look my best, because there is nothing more uncomfortable than exposing dry, cracked hands and feet to the world. 

I love both products from the Carmex skin care line! They really do help heal, soothe and moisturize your dry skin , especially hands, elbows and feet. The product absorbs quickly and has a great scent that I would compare to a light cherry and vanilla like smell.  The prices are great on the pocket.  I love that both the Carmex Healing Lotion & Carmex Healing Cream come in a travel size so it's convenient to carry them around with you.  I always carry mine in my son's diaper backpack. Either one of these products would make for a unique stocking stuffer.

Would you like to win these products?

The team over at Carmex have offered to giveaway the same products featured in this review to one of my readers!  You'll get both the Carmex Healing Lotion and Carmex Healing Cream in both the full and travel sizes for a total of 4 products!

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Movie: The Muppets

I used to love The Muppets when I was a kid, so I'm a bit excited for their upcoming movie. That combined with the fact that I love Jason Segel and of course Amy Adams isn't too bad herself.  Now, I'm contemplating whether the hubby and I should take our 2 year old along so he too can discover The Muppets.  Are any of you planning on taking your toddlers?

Here are some film clips:

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TeeGee:The Smart Stuffed Animal Powered By Your iPhone

If you have a young child in your family then you've probably spent a boatload on toys.  Let's face it, we want to make sure our kids get  high quality toys that will help with their development.  But, how long does it take for kids to completely figure out a toy and then toss it to the side?  What happens to the toy after that?

That's where TeeGee comes in! 

WHAT IS TeeGee

TeeGee, is a stuffed animal created last summer by Tom Giedgowd. It is designed to grow with your child through iphone-type apps and interactive accessories.

WHAT CAN TeeGee DO?

TeeGee is capable of playing games, telling stories, and interacting with its environment through smart accessories and speech recognition. Parents could change the behavior of the toy depending on the age and preferences of their child by downloading apps (e.g. Spanish and math educational apps, Battle games, etc.) and customize TeeGee for their particular child.

HOW DOES TeeGee WORK?

Get TeeGee (iPhone version)

Download TeeGee apps from iTunes onto your iPhone or iPod Touch

Plug your iPhone or iPod Touch into TeeGee and zip it inside

(optional) Get smart accessories for even more fun!

HOW TO GET A TeeGee
TeeGee isn't available in stores yet, but you can pre-order one HERE !


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