February 4th, 2010
As someone who was secretly thrilled to lose a bunch of pregnancy pounds by way of a nasty stomach flu, I am certainly no poster child for post-natal fitness. So, I was naturally drawn to the tummy-shrinking Belly Bandit. This bamboo fabric, compression wrap promises to help tighten your post-pregnancy middle while providing some much need core support. It wraps snuggly around your waist and is secured with a 5” strip of Velcro. 
I used the Belly Bandit for several weeks post-delivery and couldn’t have been happier. It not only flattened out my belly but I was really thrilled with how much it helped tone up my labor-weary body. Plus, the sleek design is virtually undetectable under clothing. For simple sizing tips, check out their website. Responsible shoppers can relax knowing the Belly Bandit is made from sustainable bamboo in the USA. Now if only they made a Thigh and Booty Bandit …
This review is based strictly my opinion. Others may have a different opinion or experience with the product listed above. Belly Bandit provided the product, and I provided my honest opinion. No other type compensation was received for this review.
3 Comments | In: Accessories, Beauty | tags: bamboo, Belly Bandit, organic, post natal, tummy. | #
January 9th, 2010
I was first drawn into a Sabon boutique by the fresh aroma emanating out onto the street, as I would walk past. Sabon boutique’s walls are lines with handmade bar soaps, body scrubs, their new line of fragrances, and more. It’s hard to resist Sabon when your daily route in NYC passes by one of these luxurious shops. One of my New Years resolutions is to nurture my body a bit more by taking care of my skin. Using Sabon’s scrubs and creams have done the job thus far!
The Vanilla Body Polisher is perfect for the on-the-go mom. It’s a liquid soap gel that gently exfoliates all in one step. I am able to use this everyday and do not have to worry about my skin being stung by its potency. It includes essential oils and available in various fragrances. They also provide a complimentary pump for easy access!
My skin feels amazing after using Sabon’s organic rich butter cream after using the body polisher. It is based on organic shea butter that is highly concentrated and intensely moisturizing. It’s very effective and doesn’t leave my skin feeling greasy. The organic oils such as macadamia nut oil, olive oil, and jojoba oil provide softness, glow, and elasticity. This is butter cream is essential for the cold and dry winter months.
The best addition to my daily upkeep routine is spritzing Sabon’s rose perfume. This their new line of products and they smell wonderful. The rose is fresh, clean, and soft enough to use for day or night.
If you do not live in the New York area, Sabon is available online for purchase. These make great gifts for friends, relatives, and husbands. This is definitely something to keep in mind for Valentines Day! Definitely check them out!
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opinion or experience with the product listed above. Sabon
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other type compensation was received for this review.
2 Comments | In: Beauty | tags: bar soap, Body products, lotions, perfume, Sabon, scrubs. | #
November 29th, 2009
Beeluxe is a modern, organic personal care and home décor product line. The core ingredient in their products is organic beeswax. The beeswax is an earth friendly, renewable resource derived from a beehive. It is free of dyes and artificial fragrances. As one extremely sensitive to fragrances, this line has worked well for me.
Their organic beeswax candles are fabulous. The aroma is fresh and the beeswax allows it to burn cleaner and longer than the paraffin candles that I also own. It was a breath of fresh air. They have a variety of scents such as grapefruit and rosemary, lavender, and macintosh apple. These are perfect scents for the holidays.
Their body lotions are made from 85% organic honey and are light enough to use on hands and effective enough to treat the body. They carry a fantastic bar soap called the Great Bar of China which is scented with ylang ylang and mandarin. It is 85% organic and laced with organic honey, a natural antibacterial. I love the raw look to this bar and the fact that it cleans my hands without stripping them of moisture.
Beeluxe will make great gifts for the holidays. The fragrances are extracted from plants, which make them free of phthalates, parabens, sulfates, and other harmful substances. Not only is Beeluxe organic but also made in the USA!
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