I was fortunate enough to receive a care package from the lovely Amber Magus, the founder behind the minimal skin care brand Naked Skincare & Apothecary. She knew I was a skincare aficionado which led us to talking about doing a review on a few of her popular products!

Some people have a misconception about using cleansing oils on their skin. People often believe that it will add more oil and clog up their pores when really it does the opposite! This product by Naked has a nice blend of botanical carrier oils that help remove makeup, build up in the pores, as well as add extra moisture to the skin without clogging your pores.  Some of the carrier oils in this product are:

Castor Oil - which is known to restore the skin as well as act as an antimicorbial and anti-inflammatory agent that helps reduce acne. Perfect for those who have sensitive skin. 

Safflower Oil - which is rich in linoleic acid (which adds a natural plumpness to the skin) and very beneficial for those who have acne prone skin! It's also an excellent agent that helps calm and heal the skin, while preventing the production of acne. 

Sweet Almond Oil- is jammed packed with Vitamin A and also helps reduce acne. Almond oil is great for almost all skin types! Anyone who has extremely dry skin or sensitive skin can reach for this product typically without any worry that it'll break them out.

Tamanu Oil - acts as a lovely topical healing agent somewhat like castor oil that allows the skin to heal  with it's antimicrobial and antioxidant properties!

This. Mask. Is. AMAAAAZING.  I used this mask for the first time 5 weeks ago and I can't believe how much I still have left in this 2 oz container! I typically reach for this mask between 1-2 times a week and it is superb. All you need to do is take a tiny amount of this clay mask powder, mix it with a dash of water to create a paste, allow it to become easily spreadable on your face and voila! Leave it on for for 10-15 minutes allowing the clay to dry and your face and wash it off! I loved the feeling of how tight it made my skin after washing it off! The firmness was amazing and the glow in my skin was definitely visible!  If you're a mask junkie like myself, I highly suggest that you grab one of these masks! They're a great product to take with you when you're on a trip with it's compact packaging.  ( Tip: Use a flat foundation brush to spread masks on your face, it'll lessen the amount of pulling you would do if you used your fingers!)

Ahhh...the lovely smell of this floral toner is so calming. I loved using this floral toner after I cleansed my face ! You can either directly spray this on your face after cleansing, or you can simply spray it on a cotton pad to remove excess dirt on your skin which is what I prefer to do. 

This nourishing oil will do wonders on your skin during these harsh winter months that we have coming our way in Winnipeg (CANADA) ! This hydrating oil is high in vitamins and minerals and contains : Safflower Oil, Jojoba Oil, Hempseed Oil, Grape Seed Oil, Argan Oil as well as Cedar Essential Oil ! ALL THESE OILS play an important role in healing the imperfections on your skin. Did you know that grape seed oil acts as an anti-aging ingredient? I've used grape seed oil in many of my homemade skin bars that I love slather all over my body after a shower!  These oils do not clog the pores allowing the skin to absorb it's properties. 

She was a beauty, but she was definitely a beast!  Reviewing this luxurious truck for a whole week was extremely exciting. I truly felt like a celebrity riding in this 100,000 (with the upgrades) vehicle. 
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The 3.5 twin turbocharged engine with a 10 speed transition was one of the amazing features of this vehicle.  Driving this vehicle felt like you were driving on a cloud. It was quiet, fast and as smooth as you could imagine. The inherent horsepower in this SUV gives it a kick on the highways all while maintaining a smooth cruising feel - so watch your speed because it was easy to be distracted by how fun this vehicle is to drive. 

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The luxe caramel coloured interior was on of the first features that caught my eye as soon as I entered the vehicle upon receiving it.  I couldn't get over how gorgeous the details were on the interior of the Navigator.  The  super sleek dashboard boasts stitched leather - you start wondering whether they got Santa's elves to sew the dash in! Wood grain trims add to it's elegant appeal. Even when you're mesmerized by the interior details, you constantly find yourself exploring the almost infinite options and unprecedented gadgets instilled throughout the inside of the SUV. 

My TOP 10  Favourite Features on the 2018 Lincoln Navigator

1. The Apple Car Play & Android Auto with added WIFI hotspot. How convenient !
2. The projected speedometer on the driver's side window! I can't stress how amazing and convenient this feature is. No need to look down anymore to see how fast you're going or if you're running out of gas!
3. The abundance of cargo space allowing comfortable seating for all passengers.
4. The satellite view feature that allows you to see the vehicle form a birds eye view when in reverse gear. 
5. The lane change warning that let's you know if there is a vehicle too close to you.
6. The 2 iPads behind the passenger as well as the drivers seat to keep your passengers entertained.
7. The gorgeous caramel colored interior.
8 All the controls for seating adjustment for the driver are on the door of the car making it convenient for the driver to adjust seating while on the road.  
9. When you approach the vehicle with the FOB, the running boards unfold and illuminate themselves for safety getting into the vehicle.  In the evening, the Lincoln logo lights up on the ground as you approach the car. I found this feature absolutely breathtaking!
10.  ......and to save the best for last...the driver and front passenger massage seat option! Get a massage while your drive! Could one ask for anything more luxurious than this? I think not.


To view a video that my friend Noah Marasigan shot for me on the Lincoln Navigator, please take a peek at my Instagram page @paperdollsarah_  !

Thank you for taking the time to read this blog post! If you've ever driven this amazing SUV let me know what your thoughts on it are! If you haven't and have any other questions or comments please don't hesitate to sound off below.

Xo,

- S
 

I'm a huge fan of Marianna Hewitt, so when I found out that she was coming out with a mask with Lauren Gores called SUMMER FRIDAYS JET LAG MASK, it was a no brainer that I had to purchase it! The fact that it was a called "JET LAG MASK" was pretty much the reason why I said "Shut up and take my money" ( me being a flight attendant and all). 

The cost of the mask retails for $59.00 CAD and it carries 2.25/ 64g of product in the gorgeous blue squeeze tube that they created. You can purchase it on their website or at your local Sephora store in North America. 

The real test was to see if it was actually going to hydrate the high points of my cheeks. Lately, I've been finding that my cheeks have been dehydrated and dry which didn't allow for a smooth application of my foundation.

Day 1: Woke up with the mask still on my face, no reaaction , definitely smoother skin once rinsed.
Day 2 -14 : SAME RESULTS , smoother skin, no reaction, pores became smaller, my skin is definitely  WAY MORE HYDRATED than it was before using the mask and the application of my foundation was definitely smoother NO dry patches whatsoever. 

The consistency is pretty thick, but not thick enough to be that annoying face cream that feels like 10 lbs of product on your face.  It doesn't have a strong smell to it either which I'm so happy about because I cannot stand products that are too fragrant.  On the box it states that this mask is dewy and that's exactly what it is. I also love the fact that this mask is safe enough to wear under your eyes! 

You guys. I am impressed.  Marianna and Lauren did an amazing job all the way from the packaging to the product itself. I  use less than a pea size and am soo happy with the results and the fact that I know this mask will last me MONTHS ! I can't stop using it guys, I literally use it every night and I don't think I'll be able to go a night without it. It's a huge game changer for me.  I cannot wait to try their new "Overtime Mask" that they recently launched! 

Congrats to Marianna Hewitt and Lauren Gores on their amazing line!! I'm looking forward to trying ALL the products they come out with because that is how impressed I am by this one. 

Xo,

​Sarah

Autumn. The season of pumpkin spice latte everything, halloween costumes flooding the stores and cooler weather. I love it.  Here in Winnipeg, we only get a good 1 -2 months of fall, and then BAM ...winter storms hit our streets with a vengeance.  I'm a huge lover of fall fashion and couldn't wait until it was cool enough to layer a cardigan over an outfit. 

If you're on a budget and want to learn how to incorporate your summer wardrobe into fall, then keep reading! Here are my 7 tips to incorporating your summer pieces to make beautiful fall outfits!

1. Layer, layer, layer.  Put aside the dresses that fall into the basic colors like grey, cream,  black, white, navy and burgundy. These dresses can easily be incorporated into any fall wardrobe by adding on a chunky knit sweater, booties and your favourite fall scarf.

2.  Opaque stockings.  This tip coincides with the first one,  by simply adding it to any basic colored summer dress! If you don't want to pull the black opaque stockings out yet,  have fun with this tip by switching up the colors to fall colours ike amber, burnt orange, burgundy, browns and even emerald green.  Put a little color into your life :)

3. Invest in a statement fall jacket.  I purchased my favourite statement heather grey, wool, fall/winter coat from Club Monaco 7 years ago and it is still in pristine condition. If you're sick and tired of black coats, opt for greys, camel colors, burgundy and emeralds! And if by chance you're not into the wool coat look, invest in a good quality moto jacket, a fall trench coat or a well tailored blazer.  Any of these jackets are perfect layering pieces for any fall outfits . It'll  automatically give you the autumn feels. 

4.  Pops of color. By adding a few fall colored accessories to your outfits, it'll definitely give the fall vibes to any outfit! Perhaps layering your favourite lightweight infinity scarf, allowing your fall coloured socks to peek a boo out of your boots or simply adding dark coloured jewels to the mix. You can't go wrong with either one of these suggestions :)

5.  Vampy lips! This isn't really transitioning a summer look to fall, but I'm sure you still have that fall/winter lipstick kicking around that you can't wait to throw on!  I am so excited to pull out my burgundy lippies! There's something about it that is just so satisfying.  One of my favourite maroon lipsticks is from NYX's matte cream lipstick line in the color Copenhagen! It's a small price to pay to snag that ultimate fall makeup look!

6. Layering long sleeved tops under dresses. Are you into this trend? It was definitely huge in the early 90s when I was growing up and I'm so happy that it's back! I love the trend of wearing turtle necks and tight long sleeved tops under my dresses, you can still feel girly and warm at the same time! Try it out for yourself :)

7.  Accessorize your fall hats with your dresses and cardigans! It's time to pull out that wide brimmed black hat and put it to good use, this hat is a must have fall piece that will keep you warm and looking chic all at the same time! H&M carries a lot of these hats if you're a diva on a budget! 


I hope you enjoyed these tips dolls! Until next time...

xo,
- S

​Rediscovering your personal style after having a baby can be tough and overwhelming. Trust me. I know,  I'm a new mom, and although I have a passion for fashion,  I've had my fair share of days/weeks where all I wanted to do was live in my husband's tees. I often felt like it was overwhelming and intimidating to put together a fashionable outfit to wear , especially with all the physical changes going on with my body.  But when I started feeling like myself again (around the time my son turned 5 months), I started befriending my old clothes again and altered my style to fit my changing body.

Don't get me wrong,  there are days when I am in zombie mode and I cannot put together a decent outfit for the life of me. It's common in mommyhood,  and you know what? That's OK ! We're tired and literally doing EVERYTHING in our power to keep our babies healthy, happy and fed.  There is absolutely nothing wrong with wearing sweats....just don't live in them. You'll feel like a new woman in a confident boosting outfit. 

I mean, you're already stuck at home being puked on, spit on, and god knows when the last time you ran a brush through your hair was. So why not practice some self-care for your own sanity and put on an outfit that'll make you feel like you're invincible? It takes minimal planning if you can remember these tips:

1. Find a pair of jeans that fit.   If you have to go up a few sizes, then so be it. I know it can sometimes be discouraging finding new sizes when your old jeans don't fit, but who cares! Your body did something miraculous and you should be extremely proud of yourself.  Wearing the right pair of jeans for your body type will not only feel more comfortable, but will accentuate and flatter your body in the right way.  I always opt for a dark pair of skinny jeans for my body type.  Dark pants will always give an illusion of being slimmer and taller. Ask an associate which pair they can recommend for your body type, you've got nothing to lose.

2. The French Tuck.  Thanks to our friends from the show QUEER EYE (my current addiction) , the french tuck term is now a thing! What does it mean exactly? It's simply tucking in half your shirt in the front to help elongate the look of your legs! I'm absolutely in love with this and definitely do it with my tees all the time. It's a simple thing you can do to look put together. Add a belt and accessorize! 

3.  Throw on a cute scarf! It's summer time and you're probably thinking..."Sarah, you're nuts!"  I'm not talking pashmina scarves.  I'm talking silk, or chiffon short scarves that you can tie around your neck as an added accessory! Throw on a cute blazer, a white tee,  a pair of jeans and out the door you go!

4. Accessorize ! Jewelry is the best way to help bring your outfit to life! If you're in a rush and all you have time to throw on is  a simple like a plain tee and and pair of jeans, why not throw on a gorgeous pair of flashy earrings?  I'm loving the look of tassel earrings at the moment.  They're fun, and very pleasing to the eye.  If earrings aren't of you, why not throw on that gorgeous statement necklace that's been waiting to come out of your drawer?  It'll add a nice touch to an outfit you're looking to jazz up.  TIP: Don't wear a pair of flashy earrings,  an oversized necklace and  a huge cuff bracelet all together. Make sure you balance your pieces. When it comes to statement jewelry, less is more so pick your favourite piece and stick to one statement piece. 

5. A red lip never hurt nobody.  Sometimes a bright, fun lipstick color like red or fuscia can really put a look together. Don't put on a lot of makeup,  just throw on bright color red or pink toned lipstick, some mascara, a hint of blush and you're golden!

6. Layer up. Sadly, fall is around the corner and summer will be over for us soon here in Canada.  But on the flip side, I LIVE FOR FALL FASHION and all the layering that is involved with it!  Layering clothes can definitely be challenging for some, but don't let that intimidate you.   Play with textures, patterns and different kinds of fabrics. It's best to stay within 2-3 colors when layering your clothes to make it look cohesive. For starters, try layering a light sweater over a collared shirt. Slightly roll up the sleeves exposing the collared shirt sleeves and pop on your favourite pair of jeans. Once you get the hang of layering, you too will fall in love with the art of layering! Remember, accessories like jewelry always add a nice touch to outfits!

7. Get a new do. Whether it's coloring your hair a new shade, or hacking off a few inches, it's an amazing feeling to get a haircut!  Something as simple as this can make you feel like a new woman. 

In the end, it's all about how you feel about yourself.  Wear whatever makes you feel good about yourself because there are no rules! Remember, you can't take care of another person if you don't take care of yourself first. You deserve some self care too  mama!

xoxx,

-S

​Whether you have dry skin, oily skin, combination skin, sensitive skin or acne prone skin, it's crucial to always have a good skin care routine. I'm excited to share with you some of my well kept skin care secrets to having clear skin! Here are a few of my feel good skin care tips ! Take these into account for your day to day skin care regimen !

1. Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate! I know you've heard it before, but I can't stress enough how important drinking water is for your skin! Did you know that water keeps your skin looking and feeling plump? It plays a huge role in getting rid of nasty toxins in your skin and also helps prevent acne! Drink up my friends.... water that is!

2. Make sure to find a good cleanser.  When cleansing your face, it is important that ALL of the dirt and impurities are removed before bed. The only way to test a good cleanser is using toner after you've cleansed your face and seeing what's left behind on the cotton pad. Leaving any dirt or residue from your makeup or environmental factors can lead to breakouts! If you're on a budget, I recently a moisturizer that won't break the bank. Try CERAVE daily cleanser! My friend Katie informed me that it's much cheaper to purchase it at Costco! I've been using this cleanser for roughly 3 months and I absolutely love it.  Dermatologists recommend it and it also contains ceramics with hyaluronic  acid that helps keep your skin looking young and plump. You can't go wrong with an amazing cleanser that costs less than $11.00 ! 

3. Use a jade roller!   I decided to purchase the jade roller 2 years ago when I saw one of my favorite fashionista use it in one of her videos ( @BagSnob ).  I've been loving it since day 1 ! I've been rolling it on my face in the evening before bed and I truly feel like it has helped my skin look youthful! It helps with blood circuclation, de-puffs eye bags and as well as helps the absorption of my serums and night creams.  How to use a jade roller : gently roll over entire face and neck  once your've put on your serum in a gentle back and forth motion.  I found my jade roller on Amazon.  You can also find inexpensive ones on Ebay :)  TIP : Keep your jade roller in the fridge! The cool feeling does wonders on your skin! Try it, you won't regret it. 

4. Apply your moisturizer with a flat foundation brush. I know, I know, this is an extra step you really don't want to do when you're in a rush. But trust me! Your skin will thank you in the long run! All that pulling that's being done by your finger tips is only causing more unnecessary WRINKLES.  The brush will gently move the moisturizer around your face without all that added pulling.

5. Maskin and relaxin. It's  really important to do a face mask on your skin at least once a week. It helps unclog your pores, hydrate the skin, cleanse the impurities left behind on the skin and it is very relaxing! Do yourself a favor and mask it, light up a candle and pour yourself a big glass of wine. You deserve it!

6. Moisturizers with SPF.   Sunscreen plays a huge part in preventing skin care damage and wrinkles!  Without using sunscreen for even a year is enough to cause major sun damage.  It's important to find the right facial moisturizer with sunscreen in it for your skin type.  Ask the gals at the counter which one will best suit your skin type! If you love to bake in the sun, maybe it's best  incorporate a few "fake and bake" days so you don't add unnecessary damage to your skin. Make sure you're dousing your face with SPF moisturizer during the hot summer days at the beach!  Some of you may read this and still  won't bother buying a moisturizer with SPF in it... lol. Well,  can you at least purchase a foundation or face powder that has SPF in it?  Maybe a BB Cream or a CC cream with SPF in it?  Hate me now, but you'll thank me later. 

7. Massage your face.  When putting on your daily moisturizers, very gently massage your face with he tips of your fingers in circular motions. This will help circulate the blood flow that gives you that natural glow! It also drives oxygen to that area which plays a key role for of anti aging. 

I hope you all enjoyed my skin care tips! Please give me the ins on some of your skin care secrets, I'm always on the hunt for ways to better my skin care regimen!

-S

First, I'd like to say that this post is neither sponsored or paid by any of the brands that I mentioned!

​Drugstore brands have been stepping up their game and consumers like myself couldn't be more happier! I'm so glad they're finally realizing the type of competition they're dealing with since stores like Sephora and Ulta have opened. I started dabbling with drugstore products roughly 3 years ago when my best gal pals Kristine showed me how amazing the L’Oréal INFALLIBLE Pro Matte foundaton (shown below was)! 

L’Oréal released it's INFALLIBLE line roughly 3 years ago which now includes Pro- Matte option as well as a Pro-Glow option. Whether you're going for that porcelain matte look or that J-Lo dewy look, these 2 foundations will not let you down! I'm absolutely in love with them and they'll definitely be a staple in my makeup bag for years to come ! The cost of these 2 foundations are roughly $15 each, depending where you shop for them. Tip: for the pro- matte foundation, use a damp beauty sponge to apply it on your skin in a dabbing motion. 

Another foundation  my friend Kristine suggested to me was the Maybelline Matte + Poreless foundation ! It is definitely one of my go to daily foundations! It's creamy texture never leaves my skin looking cakey and I absolutely love how easy it is to apply this foundation when using a dense foundation brush.  It's buildable coverage is quite convenient and a little definitely goes a long way. I would consider this foundation to be medium- full coverage, and thankfully, I have not broken out once with either of these 3 foundations!

This Physicians Formula Butter Bronze is amazing.  It's a great dupe for Benefit's HOOLA bronzer and it's about half the price of it.  This specific color matches well with my light-medium skin tone, and it's definitely buildable.  The best part of this bronzer is it's coconut scent! I literally need to take a whiff of it every time I use it. It's that good! [Rough cost $14)

If you're looking for a pressed powder or or a loose powder to set your foundation, these two powders work pretty awesome. The coverage is light to medium, and again very buildable.  Maybelline's FIT ME line has been coming through for me and I'm so excited to try more of this line! Tip: When using any loose finishing powder, make sure to use a setting spray on top of it so you can reduce the powdery look on your skin. It'll help melt the products on your skin making it look extra flawless.

This highlighter is basically going to give you life. Not only is it extremely affordable, but it is almost better than a few high end highlighters I've used! It's quite comparable to the BECCA Cosmetics Champagne Pop highlighter that costs roughly $40 while the cost of this highlighter is around $12. 

NYX COSMETICS  came out with a soft matte lip cream a few years back and I am telling you....the formula is like no other matte cream lippie that I have ever owned ( and I own aaaallooooot) ! It's definitely not one of those lip creams that dry your lips and need a box of tissues to remove. The color is buildable and they have such an amazing collection of colors to choose from! My favourite color is ABU DHABI ( my everyday nude color), MOROCCO ( a nice summer bright orange), PRAGUE ( a beautiful berry fuscia that I wore on my wedding day)  and COPENHAGEN ( a gorgeous burgundy, perfect for fall).  [Cost: $8.99]

Hard Candy's GLAMOUFLAGE concealer is super pigmented, high coverage and a great dupe to Kat Von D's lock it tattoo concealer! This concealer has been a staple in my makeup routine for the past 10 years! It's my favourite concealer to use to carve out my brows to achieve the perfect shape! You can literally cover tattoos with this concealer, it's amazing ! [Cost : $5.99 ]

Please excuse my dirty brushes lol.  Real Technique's brushes are so affordable and so high quality !  I haven't had to replace a real techniques brush that I've owned in over 2 years. Their brushes are extremely soft and glide on perfectly one the face, allowing products to blend effortlessly! [ Average cost per brush $5-$7]. They also came out with their own blending sponge that works just as amazing as the high end beauty blender and costs less than half the price !

I have tried TONS of high end cleansers and moisturizer that used to cost me $40 for a 100ml tube that I was literally burning through in about 2 months.  It just was getting a bit too expensive for me, especially since my husband uses my cleansers and moisturizers lol. Don't get me wrong, I'm definitely still in love with my LANCOME cream cleanser and  High Resolution moisturizer, but I've decided to use these products along with my luxe Lancome products in rotation to make it a smidge more cost friendly lol. Both Cerave's moisturizer and hydrating cleanser is extremely lightweight with little to no smell! It works perfectly for my normal to oily skin even though it's used for those who have normal to dry face lotion contains ceramics as well as hyaluronic acids which help keep your skin looking plump and young ! I've been using these products for roughly 2 months now and I couldn't be happier! It hasn't broken me out once and the lightweight moisturizer is perfect of our hot summer weather.   You also get 355ml of product for $10 at Costco!   Now you can't go wrong with that! You have nothing to lose by trying this out, if you don't like it...return it at Costco - they have an amazing return policy.

I hope you all enjoyed this blog post as much as I did writing it for you all. I honestly feel like I could have kept going and adding more products to this post, but maybe I think I'll save it for a future post! If you like blog posts like this, please leave me a comment and let me know so I can do more for you all in the near future! ALSO.....Please comment below and let me know what your favourite drug store product is! I would LOOOOVE to know!! Thanks for reading!

-S 

Province Apothecary is a Canadian based company located in Toronto, Ontario ! They are an organic skincare line that carries a wide range of products from eye serums to botanical perfumes! I want to first mention that I am a huge fan of their skincare.  I received a gift from my sister that included the moisturizing cleanser and remover, invigorating toner and rejuvenating face serum  and I absolutely loved it. 

The lovely team at Province Apothecary (P.A)  were kind enough to send me a few of the items I absolutely loved such as the moisturizing cleanser, rejuvenating + hydrating face serum! A couple items they were kind enough to add in my package were the their 100% organic cotton cloth as well as a healing eczema balm.

From left to right (top photo)
1. Rejuvenating + Hydrating Face Serum
2. Moisturizing Cleanser + Make up Remover
3. Healing Eczema Balm
4. Enhancing + Replenishing Eye Serum

Rejuvenating + Hydrating Face Serum :  I fell in love with this product by my 3rd use .  Why? It kept my skin extremely moisturized throughout the night and into the morning up until my makeup application ! I always thought that serums were supposed to be a bit more on the "liquidy" side as opposed to a thicker formula like oil but boy was I wrong! I've been enjoying using this product on my skin right and I'm definitely keeping it in my night time regimen. 

I purposely didn't add any lotion or moisturizers to my skin in the second photo to show you that the dry patches are gone.  This balm contains zinc and calendula in it which is an active ingredient that helps relieve itchy skin. I highly suggest this product to those who have skin irritations. 
The size of the product is literally the size of a lip balm canister, a convenient carry in your front pocket.  Applied by hand, the balm itself is is neither thick or oily on skin, which is good news- you don't find yourself thinking if you are going to find an oily patched stain on your cute new blouse!
Long story short: This product is the Balm (pun intended). 

Tiber River Naturals is a company based out of my hometown Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada! They make amazing, safe and natural products from skin care, baby products and cleaning products ! Also all their products are  hand-made with their own special formulas and manufactured locally on a daily basis. I first wanted to mention that I am a huge fan of the Tiber River Naturals products. I was first introduced to their products when my sister purchased a few soaps for my birthday! My favorites are Espresso Yourself soap and SOS soap. I have very sensitive skin during the winter and it seems to calm it down when I have flare ups!

These products were kindly given to me by the Tiber River Naturals team and I couldn't be happier with the products they gave me to try! Let's start off with these 2 baby products they added on to my PR package! 

It was super sweet of Tiber River Naturals to give me products for my 6 month old son. Now that I am a mother, I am very conscious about what I put on my skin since I'm always smothering my son with kisses! I would never want to irritate his skin, especially if I can take preventative measures. 

The Bottoms Up Tiber Baby products smell aaahmaaazing ( BTW:  that word I just used will be used quite frequently in this review...just saying).  It has a light camomile and lavender smell to it, not overpowering at all. What I loved most about the body lotion is that I was able use it on my son's bottom for his diaper rash! I was ecstatic to read on their website that this product could also be used on diaper rashes! It didn't irritate his skin at all, and I was careful to try a little at first just to make sure.  I wish that all parents would switch to chemical free products for their babies and children, it's truly the safest route for them !

I'm actually really into this product right now...I've used a lot of dry powder shampoos in the past and I found they left a ton of residue on my hair after using it for weeks. I tested this product out and found it left very minimal residue on my scalp. It's quite normal for residue to stick around from products like these but I'm happy it's not a lot!

This cleaners works pretty amazing for people who have normal-oily skin ! I as well as my husband who also has normal-oily skin and we both found that it was a very nice light cleanser without an overpowering smell. I very much enjoyed it!

This shower shake body cleanser smells aaaamaazing .... I mean...it has a very clean smell with a hint of citrus! Love the small exfoliating beads in it that leaves my skin soft and smooth! A nice little prep before putting on their amazing body lotion in Lemon Drops and Muffin Tops!

PEOPLE.  This bubbilicious shampoo.......... O M G.  In my previous post on my INSTA-Stories, I noted that this particular shampoo will make any child want to SHOWER EVERY DAY.  Children get lazy, they get bored, they get annoyed of showering, clearly they have better things to do...but not in this case. THIS  PRODUCT is a game changer. I wanted to eat my hair, it smelt so yummy!! I literally wanted to chew on the shampoo. GET IT !!!

This was a very nice, light moisturizer! Another product that is perfect for those who have normal to oily skin! It's not extremely thick and doesn't add on the extra oil that some heavy duty moisturizers leave on your face! It also has a nice, light non-overpowering scent to it! 

Lemon drops and muffin tops ya'll.  I can't stop putting this body butter on!! It feels so luxurious on your skin, especially after a nice warm shower! I also love how the smell stays on your skin all night, it'll definitely get you points with your significant other..hehe. It truly smells like a lemon poppyseed muffin. I can't get enough of it! It's buttery smooth texture will make anyone fall in love with it.

This green tonic spray is quite heavenly. It doesn't have an overpowering smell, and I love that it's main ingredient in it is green tea! How amazing is it to put all those antioxidants on your face and be able to leave it all day?  This is such a refreshing step in my skin regimen that I can't live without it now!

The Bellini & Zucchini Lemon Peel soaps are so yummy smelling! I feel like that is the theme of this whole blog post? Tiber River does an amazing job formulating the scents of their soaps! It literally makes you want to stay in the shower ALL DAY LONG!  These soaps give you that squeaky clean fell feel that I absolutely live for.  Out Darn Spot  laundry bar soaps is SOOOOOOO cool! ! I absolutely love that it's used to take stubborn stains off clothing without using harsh chemicals! I used this on my son's clothing full of baby  food and it worked amazing! Simply run water on the garment, rub this on, leave it on for a few minutes, give it a little lather and rinse off! This product is a great product to throw in your travel bag if you're going on a trip! No bulk whatsoever :)

FINAL THOUGHTS:

Tiber River Naturals... take my money. Their superb natural products are so original and the fact that all their products are safe for our skin is such a bonus. You won't be disappointed! If you're wanting to try any of these products in this post, check out www.tiberriver.ca!   Comment below if you have any questions on the products I blogged about in this post! I'd be happy to let you know any details I didn't include. 

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LipSense! It's a product that I've been quite curious about! I was super excited to review this product when my friend contacted me about them. I've seen them all over Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, you name it.  A few flight attendants that I know are also SeneGence reps, and they've been raving about this product! I'll tell you exactly how I feel about this " long wear " lip product. 

On the Lipsense website it states that " LipSense is the premier product of SeneGence and is unlike any conventional lipstick, stain or color. As the original long-lasting lip color, it is waterproof, does not kiss-off, smear-off, rub-off or budge-off! Create your own color palette by combining colors from over 50 shades."  (Source - www. lipsense.com) . 

According to www.lipsense.com , their products: 
- Use naturally reoccurring ingredients 
- Are made in the United States for stringent quality control 
- Are made in ‘Pharmaceutical Grade’ rated manufacturing facility 
- Have NO animal testing and no animal by- products (We use alternative sources) 
- Are formulated without drying waxes and harmful lead 
- Are All products formulated with FDA approved ingredients ​

So there you have it's a kiss proof, water proof, won't smear or rub off lipstick...but did it live up to it's marketing and hype? 

I received 3 gorgeous colors :

Fire 'N Ice: a cool toned red lipstick with a hint of pink. 

Bombshell:  a sheer frosty pink champagne like color. 

Bella: a universally flattering matte color that falls under the neutral category. It may appear brown  or a pink mauve on others. It was definitely more of a pinky mauve on myself. 

In the package I also received 2 additional products which helps seal and remove the lip product on your lips.  Above shows the gloss that seals the color on your lips, adds a nice gloss and allows your lips to feel moisturized after the 3 applications. The "glossy gloss" is a topcoat which is the most moisturizing out of the 12 gloss options. It contains shea butter which softens and protects the skin. It also has Vitamin E which helps repair dry lips.   The "Ooops! Remover" is a corrector in case you make a mistake when applying the the color on your lips (eg. over lining) . It's basically what you suet  remove LipSense off of your lips at the end of the day. 

The above photos from right to left shows the stages of each application.

Photo #1 : At 10:00am I decided to apply LipSense on my lips since I knew I'd be out all day and I wanted it to be a true review for you all.  In this first photo, I unfortunately forgot to keep my mouth open while applying it which is quite crucial when applying the thin layers on your lips. It helps prevent it from looking patchy.  You're actually supposed to keep your mouth open and one swipe applications throughout the the application process. I applied Fire 'N Ice in photo.

Photo #2: Another application of Fire'N Ice

Photo #3 & #4 : I decided to add a layer of Bella to give it a deeper mauve color. 

Photo #5: I sealed it with the gloss .

Photo #6: I took this photo at 12:30pm after having my tea!

Photo #7: Three hours later, right after eating my greasy, but yummy cheeseburger you can notice that the gloss isn't on anymore? I'm ain't mad at cha' LipSense.   My lips stayed moisturized even with the gloss application. I'm not a huge gloss girl anyway so I didn't mind that it looked matte throughout the day. You can totally keep applying gloss throughout the day if you're into shine-  it doesn't affect the wear of your lipstick.

Photo #8: 7:00pm ! It's still on ya'll.  I'm impressed.  With the amount of eating and drinking that I did throughout the entire course of the day,  I was certain that LipSense product would have rubbed off by then.


--->  FINAL THOUGHTS......
Two words to describe this product- Long lasting. This product is great for anyone who is on the go and have absolutely no time to touch up their lipstick after every meal or beverage. I found that the product stayed on with extremely minimal "wear and tear" after hours of use.  I do highly, highly recommend that you use a lip scrub before using this product as it will settle in the dry skin. I would compare this product with lip stains because of the feel it gives on my lips. To my surprise,  my lips did not feel dry and did not flake while having this product on for many hours, even after eating ( I was skeptical when I first heard that this kept your lips moisturized throughout the day).  Granted that the product works wonderfully - it's durability is it's distinguishing trait.  But a word of caution? It can be a bit challenging removing the product at the end of the night with the Ooops Remover.  Maybe I'm doing the process all wrong? I would swipe the remover all over my lips, wait a few seconds and remove with a paper towel. I had to repeat this procedure about 3 to 4 times before all the product was off my lips.  However, this would not deter me from purchasing this product in the future! 
I also love the fact that they have 50 colors that can be mixed one color on top of another? The colors you can create with this product are endless!

If you're in the Winnipeg, Manitoba CANADA area and would like to purchase LipSense products,  Please check out Lux AesthetiKa located at 1275 Jefferson Avenue , or visit their website luxaesthetika.com for more information!