Alder New York - The Go-To Holistic Personal Skin Care Brand

Hello my fellow guys and gals!  Today, I want to talk to you about a skin care brand that I've recently tried.  It is Alder New York and they have a few products that I've tried and have become to trust.  Now, with any skin care product, it does take a while to see a difference, but today, I'm letting you in on why I love this brand.

First, Alder New York's products are clean, vegan and genderless.  They don't use any harmful chemicals in their products and the cleaner (but effective) the product is, the better it is for your skin.  I have slowly started using more clean products, products that are more organic and good for your skin.

Alder New York first launched in 2016 and has become to go-to holistic personal care brand for uncomplicated, high performing skin care and hair care essentials.  They do not test on animals and refuse to sell their products to countries that require it.

So, with all that being said, let's jump right into the products that I've tried.


EVERYDAY FACE CLEANSER

This cleanser feels really nice going onto my face.  It has very little, if any, foam and has more of a gel like serum texture.  It contains a low dose of glycolic acid, which is used to gently exfoliate dead skin and dirt.  It also contains Alder New York's sea botanical extract blend, which encourages collagen production and cell turnover.  This cleanser is said to brighten (which it does) and tighten.  Who doesn't want a cleanser that brighten and tighten!  

The cleanser never made my face feel dry, which is a plus and I loved how clean my face looked and felt, afterwards.  Although this is a cleanser, I also felt like it moisturized my face, as well, because my face felt so clean and soft after each use.


EVERYDAY FACE SERUM

I love serums.  I'm a sucker for serums and Alder New York's serum was a big hit in my books.  It immediately absorbed into my skin, leaving this soft subtle glow.  It is somewhat a thin serum, but very effective.  Alder New York uses 
hyaluronic acid, Vitamin B3, willow bark and rosemary extract in this serum.

The hyaluronic acid is to help plump and hydrate your skin, Vitamin B3 to even skin tone, willow bark and rosemary extract to help balance oils and skin texture.  They hyaluronic acid plumps and fills lines and wrinkles by providing moisture to your skin.  Vitamin B3 is used to reduce inflammation and control redness and evening out the skin tone.


EVERYDAY FACE MOISTURIZER

Awwww...moisturizer!  A skin's best friend!  Again, I'm a sucker for a good moisturizer and I never miss a day without it.  I use it morning and night.  Alder New York's moisturizer went on very smoothly, absorbed pretty fast into my skin (is is because my face is dehydrated or dry?) and left this nice glow to my skin, afterwards.  It did not feel sticky, tacky or oily and love that it instantly absorbed into my skin.

Alder New York's Everyday Face Moisturizer hydrates and protects your skin from daily pollutants.  It's packed with Vitamin C, hyaluronic acid, sunflower oil and oatmeal and aloe vera extract.  Whew...that's a lot of goodness in one moisturizer!  It doesn't take much of this moisturizer, just 2-3 pumps and you're good to go.

You can check out each of these Alder New York's products at: https://aldernewyork.com. They also have these three products in travel size, perfect for tossing into your purse or suitcase, while on the go, traveling or vacationing.

Have you tried Alder New York? If so, what are your thoughts and your favorite products?

***I may have received a complimentary product(s), in exchange, for my honest and unbiased review. REGARDLESS...all opinions expressed are 100% my own.

Healthy Meal Planning Simplified with #PlateJoy

This year, one of my resolutions (ok, more like goal) is to start eating healthier, so I can lose some unwanted pounds.  Like many, I know and have been told, that they way to do this is to eat  healthy (lean meats, fish, fruits & veggies.)  I KNOW THIS!  But putting it into action and actually planning this out, can seem like a chore...especially if you're on a budget.

There's this meal planning subscription plan, Plate Joy, that makes all of this so simple and easy.  I mean, it literally takes your answers and applies the meals, ingredients you need and creates a list for you.  No more guessing at what you SHOULD be buying, when it comes to healthy meals, but what you actually NEED, without any additional waste when it comes to food.

By joining Plate Joy, you will be asked questions, based on you tastes, health goals, family size, schedule and more.  Plate Joy will then create customized meals for you, that will simplify your life and keep you sticking to your New Years Resolution.  Your digital pantry at Plate Joy keeps track of the ingredients you already have on hand and pair your recipes together, to help reduce waste.

I found that this site (and app) was SO EASY to use and understand.  PlateJoy knew exactly what meals I liked, based on the answers I gave to PlateJoy.  They narrowed it down so I would get the best meal plans and recipes that suited ME! 

You will get recipes that fit your busy (or not so busy) schedule for breakfast, lunch, dinner and snack...or...pick the meals that you only need. You can change the number of meals each week, to fit your schedule.  What's so great about PlateJoy is, you get optional-same day deliver, with no packaging and no subscriptions!  PlateJoy integrates with local stores in your town, so you can get optional delivery - without 
the boxes of dry ice.

Why Should You Join PlateJoy?

*Family Friendly

*Batch Cooking

*Slow Cooker Meals

*Budget Friendly

*Low Carb

*Paleo

*Low Sodium

*Weight Loss

*Vegan

*Vegetarian

*Keto

*Whole30

*Food Allergies

AND...with all of this, you will have access to all your plans on the go. Your recipes are sent straight to your phone, so you can easily access them when doing your grocery shopping for your NEW YOU!

I  have already implemented some of these recipes (breakfast is so easy with the meals I've chosen!)  Just look at the Breakfast Bento with Crackers, mozzarella and hard boiled egg I've had (minus the crackers since I'm trying to do somewhat of a low carb) and the Feta and Avocado Egg Scramble that I created!

Some of my meals are: Feta and Avocado Egg Scramble, Cajun Spiced Cauliflower and Pork Hash, BLT Egg Salad with Avocado, Mini Pizza with Spinach and Cheese, Make Ahead Spinach Scramble Quesadillas, Crunchy Chicken Tenders with Herbed Yougurt Dip plus much much more.  

PlateJoy is a great way to keep your New Years Resolution! And now...YOU CAN GET $15 OFF ANY SUBSCRIPTION.  JUST USE THE CODE: JOY2018 AT CHECKOUT. As a reminder...Please, please check out https://dealspotr.com/go/KL2Uo as PlateJoy periodically changes the coupon code.

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Baby Cakes Organic Blush - A Soft Pink Rose Blush by My Organic Beauty

You've probably have heard, if there's just only one makeup item you just gotta have, it's mascara.  Okay...what if we could have two items?  I would definitely pick mascara AND blush!  Mascara is great for giving your eyes an extra oomph, but blush is what is going to give my face a little color.  

I'm not gonna lie....I NEED my makeup. God forbid, I ever go to work without it! Makeup, to me, just seems to put everything together...to create and enhance your face like no other.  I am starting to become more and more in love with mineral makeup. I've been using mineral makeup for about a month, now and I just love it! 

Mineral makeup just seems to last a lot longer, which means, you get more for your money.  My Organic Beauty Etsy Shop has this beautiful soft pink rose blush, that is organic, vegan and a shimmering pink color.  Like any other mineral makeup I've tried, it doesn't take much at all to get the right amount of color.

My Organic Beauty's mineral cosmetics are made with all natural minerals from the Earth.  You will not find any preservatives in My Organic Beauty's mineral cosmetics.  

This light pink rose mineral blush has a shimmer to it, great for highlighting the cheeks at the same time.  It is available in three sizes: 

     *XL = 15gm square jar with 4 grams of blush
     *Full Size = 10 gram jar with approx. 2.5 grams of blush
     *Shadow Size jar = 5 gram jar with approx. 1.5 grams of blush

I love this color!  It's summer-y, spring-y and just great all year round.  

Another item that I really really love is My Organic Beauty's bronzer.  Many people use bronzer to give their face a golden sun-kissed look or maybe a nice golden tan look to their face.  What do I use the bronzer for?  AS BLUSH!  Yep, there's just something about using a bronzer as blush and I love the color.  I get a natural looking color that blends with my skin tone.  

Most mineral bronzers, to me, have some sort of a brown shade to it.  There are light bronzers, all the way up to a darker brown bronzer.  Although these bronzers are some shade of brown, when applied to my cheeks as a blush...it doesn't give me that brown look.  It almost has a hint of rustic look (I really have no way of describing this) but with a hint of color.  Top this bronzer off with a little highlighter above the cheeks and you have a winner!

I love the look of this bronzer, as a blush!!

AND...if you are looking for mineral eyeshadows...My Organic Beauty has you covered.  Check out all the mineral makeup that My Organic Beauty has to offer. They have everything from mineral foundation, eyeshadow, blush and more! This photo below, is the mineral eyeshadow - Venus and it is a light colored eyeshadow that is perfect for applying as a base color to the whole eye lid area. It too, has a slight shimmer and so very pretty.

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***I may have received complimentary item(s), in exchange, for my honest and unbiased review.  All opinions are 100% my own and I only recommend products that I would personally use myself.

#SunRype Collaboration with #DisneyNature #BornInChina #Sweepstakes

Good morning, all!  I am proud to announce, that #SunRypeUSA has partnered up with Disneynature, for the upcoming #Disneynature film, #BorninChina, opening in theaters April 21st - Earth Day, by opening up a #Sweepstakes!  

#SunRypeUSA is know for their healthy gluten free, vegan & nut free snack bars. I had the pleasure of trying both their Fruit & Chia and their Fruit to Go snacks and they taste wonderful!  I will admit, the Fruit & Chia whole grain bars are the best healthy bars I've tried...and I love them!

The Fruit & Chia bars have this texture, that reminds me almost of a fig newton, but better!  They are chewy, sweet and have this Mango fruit taste that I love. You get a bit of tiny crunch, with the chia seeds and a satisfying snack, that is packed with whole grain, phosphorous, magnesium, fiber and Omega 3 fatty acids. They are available at: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01CF4A3BE

#Disneynature, in its ongoing quest to bring the natural world to the big screen as never before, is presenting its most ambitious project yet.  They are taking moviegoers on a grand journey into the wilds of China.  “Born In China” follows the adventures of three animal families – the majestic panda, the savvy golden monkey and the elusive snow leopard.

Along with this collaboration SunRype is running a Sweepstakes starting March 13th  - May 31, 2017 for chances to win great Born In China Prize packages, including an early bird private screening prize package for up to 150 people (Draw Date: April 3) and weekly Prize Packages that include 4 movie tickets, a plush panda and SunRype Snacks! No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited. See official rules for details. 

To enter the sweepstakes, you can ENTER HERE.

*NO PURCHASE NECESSARY.  The sweepstakes begins on March 13, 2017 at 8:00am PT and ends on May 31, 2017, at midnight PT.  Open to legal residents of the 50 U.S. or D.C. who are 18 years of age or older. The sweeps can be entered ONCE PER DAY. Find a full list of the prizes available to be won, how to enter, odds of winning and drawing dates along with the full rules and regulations at www.facebook.com/SunRypeUSA. Void where prohibited. Sponsor: Sun-Rype Products Ltd.

At http://nature.disney.com/born-in-china you will find an Educator’s Guide and an Activity Packet that you can download and share with your kids.





***I may have received a complimentary product(s), in exchange, for my honest and unbiased review.  All opinions, regardless, are always 100% my own.