Weleda Wild Rose Deodorant Review ~ Aluminum Free Deodorant

After months of trying to find a natural deodorant that is free of aluminum and aluminum salts I finally came across this gem by Weleda! 

For many years I have used and loved Secret and Dove deodorant, but I finally decided to make a switch from aluminum containing deodorants. Aluminum has been linked to many illnesses and diseases such as Cancer, Alzheimer's, tumor growth and more. Aluminum can seep into your pores making it easily absorbed into your blood stream and it also acts as an antiperspirant blocking off sweating, an important role in releasing toxins from the body. I decided that I didn't want to use aluminum products anymore.

The search to find a great aluminum free deodorant that works hasn't been easy! I first switched to the Crystal stick and Crystal liquid roller. Though the liquid Crystal roller actually worked for me, it is made from '100% Natural Salts', little do they tell you that those Salts also contain Aluminum! :( 

Below is a photo of the Crystal deodorant. It says NO Aluminum Chlorohydrate. I feel like this marketing label is very deceiving! It doesn't contain this popular form of Aluminum but it certainly contains another. I was so upset when I found out and very grateful I decided to do my homework on the ingredients. I left a note on their Facebook page and tossed their products into the waste basket. 

Next I tried Tom's of Maine's 100% Natural Aluminum Free Deodorant in Apricot. It worked great for me at first but a few days in, I woke up with a terrible rash under my arms! My underarms were welted, itchy and burning. Turns out there is an ingredient that I am allergic to in the product. I checked online and it seems that many customers were having the same reaction. My boyfriend uses the Tom's of Maine without any problems, it may work for you too. :)

Okay Ladies, on to the Review!! 

Weleda is an amazing brand from Switzerland! They make so many lovely products, especially for Skin that it's a shame I didn't try this Deodorant sooner! 

This deodorant is a liquid spray and is completely 101% free of Aluminum and Aluminum Salts! I researched each and every ingredient. :)

The ingredients that this deodorant is created from are made from completely safe derivatives. Ingredients like the gorgeous Damask Rose essential oil and Lemon essential oil creative a beautiful scent! 

At first the scent is a little harsh, a little bitter and a little overwhelming of Wild Rose, but it eventually calms down to a nice feminine scent. You have to really enjoy the scent of Wild Rose to love this deodorant. They also have other scents like Sage and Citrus. I have found that the Wild Rose is the best working deodorant and second is Sage. The Citrus smells good like Sierra-Mist Lemon Lime Soda ;) but it doesn't seem as effective as Rose. 

It takes me 2 sprays on each underarm after the shower and a touch up spray later in the evening or after/before a workout to keep any odor at bay. 

With the Citrus it takes me about 3 Sprays on each underarm about 3 times a day. I think the Wild Rose does a better job of masking and eliminating odors. 

Though this deodorant isn't like Secret where you can apply in the morning and not worry about odor the rest of the day, I believe it's worth the small effort. Especially since I am doing something positive for my body. 

If I have a very important event where I absolutely need to smell 100% all day or if I'm wearing a white/gray top and can't have any sweat, I will switch back to regular deodorant for a day. Though I definitely try to avoid that when possible!

Overall I highly recommend trying Weleda's deodorant and other products! You can visit their website here to see all the fab items and learn more about the ingredients they use. :) 

http://usa.weleda.com/cultivating-beauty/index.aspx

We rate Weleda's Wild Rose Deodorant a perfect

We also award this product our Moxie Green Beauty Award for being 100% Natural AND Effective!

Congratulations Weleda!

 Thank you making great products!

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Raspberry Peach Lemonade Cooler

Perfect for summer bbq's, get-togethers and backyard mixers. Sweet raspberry meets creamy peach with the tartness of ice cold lemonade. This beverage is refreshing, beautiful and so simple to put together.

What you'll need:

• 12 oz serving simply lemonade™ in raspberry
• 1 blue bell all natural fruit bars™ in peach

Directions:

1. For each serving pour 12 ounces of simply lemonade raspberry into serving glass. (we love the classic quaintness of the mason jar)
2. Next cut the fruit bar into cube like pieces. 
3. Add fruit cubes to lemonade and serve. 

enjoy!

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Angel Heart Earring Studs or Matching Necklace on eBay for $1.99 + Free Shipping!

I love to share cute & affordable things I find on eBay. I purchased these adorable ruby & goldtone colored  studs to wear for Valentine's Day but I actually just now got around to wearing them! They look so darling with a Black Dress or White Tank!

They're so cute and still available on eBay if anyone would like to purchase a pair!

See Them Here:

Angel Heart Stud Earrings on eBay

I also bought the matching necklace for $1.99!

See Necklace Here:

Angel Heart Necklace on eBay

This must be a new edition necklace they didn't have before, it's so pretty!

Multi-Heart Necklace for $4.89 + Free Shipping

See the Multi-Heart Necklace Here:

Angel Multi-Heart Necklace on eBay

Have a Fab weekend!

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What Time Is The Best Time to Workout? 6 Reasons Why Anytime is a Great Time! Fitness

I'm a few days into my Fitness Plan and today I wondered what time of the day is the best time to workout? After researching online, I've found that anytime is a great time! :) 

Each part of the day offers a great perk:

Statistics say that those who exercise in the morning before work, life, and  having your social calendar get in the way, are more likely to stick to their fitness plan. Morning workouts jump start your metabolism. Be sure to eat a healthy breakfast to keep your body from storing fat. 

Those who work out Mid Morning are most likely to set themselves up for healthy Lunch and make better food choices throughout the day. Working out helps curb the production of the hunger hormone ghrelin to help keep carb cravings and your sweet tooth under control.

Exercising provides extra blood flow to the brain, bringing a fresh supply of oxygen and nutrients to the brain's neurons. Hormones are spiked to help improve concentration and reasoning skills. You'll feel revived and energized right through that 3 o'clock slump! :)

Working out in the Afternoon helps optimize your ciradian rhythms, helping you sleep better at night. Having your body's internal clock on point is a big factor in helping prevent disease such as Cancer and Diabetes.

The hormone Testosterone is at it's highest in the evening, boosting your strength training results. Your body is also at it's highest temperature during the late afternoon/evening making your muscles a lot more flexible. Working out will feel easier on your body during this time. :)

Though an intense workout late at night might make it hard to fall asleep, exercise is a perfect way to destress. Yoga is a perfect workout to do right before bed. Deep breathing will reduce anxieties and stress. Yoga also helps lower cortisol levels making it easy to drift off to sleep. 

Feeling like it's too early or too late for that workout?

;)

Have a great workout! ♥

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May Free Beauty Samples! Score Free Hair Products, Lotion, Perfume Samples & More!

Who doesn't love Free Samples? We got your May Freebie links!

These days it seems most companies are asking consumers to 'Like' their Facebook instead of filling out a form through their website. If you're like me and don't want a lot of spam on your Facebook wall, you can  make a separate profile for all your sampling shenanigans  I have separate Facebook profile that I use for those wall spamming games and Sampling. :)

~All Links Open a New Window~

* Origins New GinZing Energy Boosting Moisturizer *
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* L'Oreal Paris Advanced Hair Care Sample *
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* Lancome Super Serum Visionaire *
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* John Frieda Luxurious Volume *
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* Poise Hourglass *
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Get them before they're gone! Happy Free Samples!

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April Empties! Garnier Shampoo, Sexy Hair, Sally Hershberger, Aloe 80 Organics, & More!

I know, I know it's May. :) But I have emptied out some products over the last month while working on emptying out a few more this month, so I'm calling this Aprils. ;)

 My bathroom is always overflowing with different products so I always get a really accomplished feeling when I can make way for new. 

A few of these products are old favorites and a few I just tried for the first time, so without further ado here is a few of my April Empties. :)

Garnier Fructis Triple Nutrition Shampoo

This was the first time I tried this product, I really like this Garnier Fructis Triple Nutrition Shampoo! Made for Extra Dry/Damanged Hair, it was very kind to my hair. It was very moisturizing much like a 2-in-1 Shampoo/Conditioner. It smoothed out my hair and made it silky soft. There were times when I didn't even need to follow with a conditioner! :) 

My hair never felt stripped like some Shampoos can leave your strands. It has a very pleasant fruity-creamy scent that I love. I would definitely buy this Shampoo again. If you'd like more details I did a review on this Shampoo, you can read it here! :)

I give this Shampoo:

4 Kisses ;)

Aloe 80 Organics Daily Conditioner

Ok.... So. ......I. Love. This. Conditioner! :) 

This conditioner is an old favorite that I have been using for years and years! I think I discovered it at Whole Foods when I was about 18 and I have been using a few bottles each year since then. I really need to do a full review on this baby but in short, It's awesome! The ingredients are 82% Organic, the main ingredient consisting of, I'm sure you guessed it, Aloe Vera. :) 

It will make your hair the silkiest and softest you've ever felt! This is the kind of conditioner that will detangle the snarliest of dreadknots that I sometimes get under the back of my hair. :) The only downside to this conditioner is that that even though it says 'Daily', it's not meant to be used Daily. It will cause a lot of build up on the hair and can even make your hair dry out with repeating uses. I use this conditioner about 1-2 per week as a conditioning treatment when my hair really needs it. The scent is pleasant Lemon-Herbal. It can be difficult to locate but I highly recommend you check your Natural grocers for this product! It earns our Moxie Green Beauty Award for Natural & Effective Beauty :) 

I give this Conditioner:

5 Kissys! and we don't give those out easy ;)

Sexy Hair Organics Leave In Conditioner

Made with 90% Organic Ingredients and by the Sexy Hair brand, I had high hopes in loving this leave in conditioner. Made with Organic Aloe Vera Juice, Organic Gogi Berry Extract, Organic Avocado Extract and Sunflower Oil. This Leave in Conditioner is Paraben and Sulfate Free. It also has a soft, conditioning herbal scent that is very pleasant. The only problem? I don't feel like it did much for my hair. Yes it felt a little moisturizing where I applied a good amount and yes it made my hair smell nice while it lasted but overall I didn't notice that it really did any good for my hair. I feel like it's not worth the money. I really hope it's just me and some are able to find it useful. 

I give this Leave In Conditioner:

2 Kissies!

Naturelle Hemp Volumizing Conditioner

I love Hemp Milk, Hemp Protein, gorgeous Hemp rugs, and Hempz lotions, so there has to be something to this Hemp thing right? :) This Naturelle Volumizing Hemp Conditioner is made with Hemp Seed Oil to strengthen and moisturize hair. Unfortunately as a conditioner..... it sucks. :(  It's very drying and makes my hair feel stripped and tangled. :(

Dear Naturelle: 

Maybe your Conditioner is non-conditioning because Alcohol is your first ingredient!

 However, I am so obsessed with the Herbal scent, that I might just keep buying it so I can smell it..hehe. The packaging is cute too. ;)

As a Conditioner I give this product:

1 Kiss! :( 

As a Shower Flower I give this scent:

4 Kissies! ;) I know..I'm a little crazy. :)

Sally Hershberger Bust Out Body Style Primer

This style primer dispenses in a mousse like foam. It's lightweight and nicely scented. I liked using it while blow drying my hair for extra volume. It was very affordable, I paid about $5 for it. It lasted me about 2 weeks. The performance is about average but for the price it's a great deal, would purchase again. :)

I give this Style Primer:

4 Kissies! 

Punto 16 Hair Mask

I found this strange Hair Mask in the bargain bin at TJMaxx. Lol. I decided to give it a try because it was only $1.99! I have never heard of it before and I don't even know where one might purchase this. It has a really weird smell (like Generic Hotel Hair Shampoo) but it worked soo well! It's made with Olive Oil and it made my hair so soft. I've been looking on the internet trying find it to no avail. :( 

Do any of you ladies know where this is sold?

Other than the smell, it works really well.

I give this Hair Mask 

4 Kissies! 

I hope you enjoyed this edition of Empties! Let me know if you've tried any of these Hair products! 

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