Smashbox Review

Unleash your inner screen siren with just a swipe of the perfect eye shadow and lip gloss. Smashbox Cosmetics introduces SHADES OF FAME, a summer collection featuring smoldering, bold colors guaranteed to get you noticed!

A few weeks ago I was sent some Smashbox eye shadows and lip gloss to review. This was my first time trying this cosmetic line and I absolutely love it.

Their new 15 hour Wear Cream Shadow is fabulous. At first I was a little hesitant about trying the shadow because I have used cream shadow in the past and it always caked up in the creases of my eyelids. Not an attractive look. This cream eye shadow is like none I have ever tried. It goes on creamy but turns into a powdery finish. It looks velvety soft and lasts a long time. I love the colors I was sent, Riches and Sterling. Both of these look great on any skin tone, use Riches for a bright glow on your eyes and Sterling for a sexy smoky eye. These sell for $19 and if you can't live with bare eyelids well worth the money.

I also love their new Reflection High Shine Lip Gloss. I love lip gloss and this one is now one of my favorites. I have been using it everyday. Glossy lips are so pretty don't you think? This gloss is super shiny! It also contain vitamins and hyaluronic acid that deeply moisturizes and smooths and helps fill in fine lines. I was sent Candy for review. It is a girly shade of bubblegum pink. I wear this alone when I just want a hint of color but lots of gloss and also wear it over matte lipsticks for a shimmer that pops. This lip gloss also sells for $19.

You can purchase these and other Smashbox Cosmetics online with FREE shipping on all orders in is the US.

***Monica***

The featured product{s} in this post were provided to me free of charge by the manufacturer or pr company representing them. All opinions expressed in this review are my own and not influenced in any way by anyone.

Big Fish Games Zuma Deluxe Game Review and Giveaway

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Big Fish Games is a leading online game provider that offers thousands of games fit for both children and adults, including puzzles, brain teasers, educational, and family games. They have games for computers, tablets, and smartphones.  

Yes, I admit I am a big gaming nerd. I love playing video games! Before I had my little girl I was big into MMORPG's and also spent hours playing adventure, shoot em up, and puzzle games on my PC. Of course I no longer have all the free time I used to have but I still sneak in some game time on my iPad when I get a chance.

Lately I have been playing some Big Fish seek and find type of games and the best thing about them is that my little girl Penelope who is 4 years old can play along with me. She also loves to play games! One thing that's great about Big Fish Games is they let you try before you buy. If there is a game you are unsure about you can actually download it and play for free for an hour to help you decide whether it's the right one for you. That's a pretty awesome deal!

A few weeks ago I was contacted by Big Fish Games to see if I would like to review one of their games and share it with all of you. Yes! An excuse for some gaming time! I chose to review Zuma Deluxe because I had gotten a sneak peak of this game awhile back on a friends computer and I remembered it being fun and addictive.

Zuma Deluxe is a game where you race to shoot same color marbles before they reach the dead zone.

Two gameplay modes with more than 20 temples to explore, all featuring 3D-accelerated graphics and special effects. It all adds up to a breathtaking game experience, requiring reflexes of steel and concentration skills to match. Shoot balls from your stone frog idol to eliminate sets of three colors. Get rid of all the balls before they reach the Golden Skull, or you'll be history.

This is one of those games you get hooked on. My husband Chris and I have been trying to beat each others scores and even Penelope begs to play. Unfortunately the game provided to me was for my PC so I might just have to break down and purchase it for my iPad too.

 If you like this game Big Fish also has several other Marble Popper Games similar to this one. Go get your game on Girly Girls like to play games too!

Want to win a code for a FREE game download of your choice? Big Fish would like to give 2 Girly Girl readers the chance to win.

To Enter: Leave me a comment telling me what your all time favorite PC game is. You can get extra entries for following GGG through GFC, Subscribing via email, liking us on Facebook and following via Twitter.

This giveaway will end on August 20, 2012. I will choose the winners using Random.org. Please leave a valid email address if it is not visible in your profile.

***Monica***

The featured product{s} in this post were provided to me free of charge by the manufacturer or pr company representing them. All opinions expressed in this review are my own and not influenced in any way by anyone.

Sebamed Review and Giveaway

Sebamed has been a leader in skincare with over 50 dermatologist recommended products sold in more than 80 countries worldwide.  Founded in 1956 by Dr. Heinz Maurer (who was a pioneer in the development of soap-free products to address the problems of eczema), the company specializes in skincare solutions for sensitive skin, age defense, acne, baby skin needs, and problematic skin (including eczema and psoriasis), as well as hair care and deodorant products.

I was recently sent Sebamed's Hand and Nail Balm for review.

Sebamed's Hand and Nail Balm is a three-in-one treatment that moisturizes your skin with allantoin, strengthens your nails with keratin, and softens your cuticles with coconut oil. The Vitamin B5-infused formula hydrates the skin and relieves dryness. The balm also employs sodium citrate to stabilize the acid mantle and restore skin to a healthy 5.5 pH. 

I am so impressed with this stuff! I am not someone that gets manicures, in fact I don't often think about the look of my hands, but since receiving this hand balm I have been using it daily and I notice my hands feel softer and less dry. I have also noticed that my cuticles look better. This balm is very moisturizing but not in a greasy kind of way, it absorbs quickly and feels great. This has got to be in my opinion one of the best hand creams I have tried. I even had to share with my mom and she agrees with me this stuff leaves your hands looking and feeling better from the first application. For those of you who get gel manicures and have noticed ruined or weakened nails this Hand and Nail Balm will help strengthen those nails and keep your hands looking their best in between manicures.

You can purchase Sebamed products at CVS, Costco, and online at drugstore.com, walgreens.com and sebamedusa.com.

Want to win a tube of Sebamed Hand and Nail Balm?

To Enter: Visit Sebamed and tell me another product you would like to try. You can get extra entries for following GGG through GFC, Subscribing via email, liking us on Facebook and following via Twitter.

This giveaway will end on August 24, 2012. I will choose the winner using Random.org. Please leave a valid email address if it is not visible in your profile. US entries only.

***Monica***

The featured product{s} in this post were provided to me free of charge by the manufacturer or pr company representing them. All opinions expressed in this review are my own and not influenced in any way by anyone.

Captain McFinn and Friends Review

Mom's and Dad's do I have a great series of books for you to read to your little ones. Captain McFinn and Friends. It is a series of books that inspire children to make a difference by doing their very best. Each of the books has the characters working together to solve a problem. It also shows children to not bully people around and not to let bullies pick on them.

"Phyllis Cafaro was inspired by her grandchildren to create the magical world of Captain McFinn and Friends. Phyllis Cafaro's goal is to enrich the lives of children by teaching them to respect themselves, others and the world around them. By using a dynamic cast of lovable fictional characters, the stories of Captain McFinn and Friends reach important lessons of life...lessons which hopefully will prevent bullying and initiate positive change, one child at a time."

Also you'll have to check out "Captain McFinn's COME ALONG with The Friend-Ship Band" CD. The Friend-Ship Band music teaches kids lessons about being a friend to others in the world around them.

My daughter and her friends are all are big fans of the books. We had all three books read the first night we had them. She not only loved the adventures that the friends have but also the books colorful and detailed illustrations make for a fun and exciting story. These will be fun books to share with family and friends! My daughter also spends a lot of time listening to the "Come Along with The Friend-Ship Band" CD. It's a favorite of hers to listen to and dance along with.

If you would like to check out Captain McFinn and Friends you can visit their website and see all the fun and adventure they have to offer. You can visit the crew and meet all of Captain McFinn's Friends.

~Tracy~

The featured product{s} in this post were provided to me free of charge by the manufacturer or pr company representing them. All opinions expressed in this review are my own and not influenced in any way by anyone.

Corkcicle Review

Are you a wine drinker? Do you have problems keeping your wines at the optimum temperature? Did you know that if a wine is kept too cold it can mask all the unique layers of flavors? If it's kept too warm the flavors may become masked by the alcohol? Do I have a product for you.

Corkcicle is a unique type of cork for your wine bottle. Not only does it keep your wine fresh but it also keeps it at the perfect temperature. You simply place your Corksicle in the freezer for a minimum of two hours and then insert into your wine bottle to chill it from the inside out. I love this idea! It's also reusable. Once you finish your bottle of wine you simply remove the Corkcicle, wash and refreeze to use again and again. Corksicle is suitable for both whites and reds.

It keeps your lighter chilled reds at perfect drinking temperatures. And it even brings those heavier room temperature reds down to more suitable drinking temperatures. 

And just in case you didn't know, here are the ideal temperatures for different variety wines.

Light Whites (Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, Rose)	Upper 40s
Heavy Whites (Chardonnay)	Low 50s
Light Reds (Pinot Noir, Beaujolais)	Upper 50s
Medium Reds (Merlot, Cotes, du Rhone)	Low 60s
Heavy Reds (Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel, Shiraz/Shirah)	Mid 60s

Corkcicle makes a great gift for any wine enthusiast, especially paired along side their favorite bottle. You can purchase Corkcicle online.

***Monica***

e featured product{s} in this post were provided to me free of charge by the manufacturer or pr company representing them. All opinions expressed in this review are my own and not influenced in any way by anyone.

Rubbermaid LunchBlox Sandwich Kit Review

If you follow my personal blog then you may know that I love packing fun lunches for my little girl Penelope. I am always on the prowl for a new container to fill with yummy edibles. Rubbermaid recently introduced their new LunchBlox and I was given the opportunity to review one of these lunch kits.

• Saves space and stays organized in your lunch bag
• Includes a specially designed Blue Ice pack that keeps lunches chilled on the go
• Containers are perfectly portioned for lunch foods commonly carries away from home
• Containers are microwave, dishwasher, and freezer safe
• Containers are BPA free

I immediately loved the new LunchBlox Sandwich Kit. First of all I love the different sized containers. There is a large container perfect for a sandwich, and then a half sized container to fit in some fruit or a salad, and two small containers that work great for portioning out some healthy nuts or even a treat like cookies or chips. The Blue Ice pack is great for keeping your lunch fresh and cool and to top it off all the pieces snap perfectly together for a neat, space saving fun lunch.

Here is a lunch I packed up for Penelope to enjoy. She is always so excited to get her "surprise lunches" in different containers that she can open up and munch on.

The possibilities are endless. What will you pack in your LunchBlox?

My only criticism on this new Rubbermaid product is I wish it came in more colors. I would definitely buy a few of these. You can purchase this online!

***Monica***

The featured product{s} in this post were provided to me free of charge by the manufacturer or pr company representing them. All opinions expressed in this review are my own and not influenced in any way by anyone.