Sunday, May 24, 2015

Australian Gold Lotion Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 #ProductReview #LiveTheGoldLife



This is a product review for Australian Gold Lotion Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30, provided in the Influenster BlossomVoxBox, to test. The opinions in this blog post are 100% my own.


My Product review

Selena Thinking Out Loud With Purpose had the opportunity to test the Australian Gold Lotion Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30. Sunscreen is very important to me because I have realized that I can actually burn too. It doesn't matter that my skin is brown. The sun does not discriminate, so I am a sunscreen fan. If I happen to forget my sunscreen, I feel SO bad because I know that my forehead will get sunburned the most because it is left uncovered. It feels leathery in a way and as I do my daily facial scrub I see that it removes that extra dried skin from the sunburn.

So...with that experience, I use sunscreen! The first thing I noticed, when opening the cap of the Australian Gold Lotion Sunscreen, was the pleasant, fruity, flowery, scent. It is very welcoming. That was definitely the best part besides the protection it provided for me. 

It easily comes out of the tube when you squeeze the container and it is rich like a lotion. It is white, but it glides on like a lotion. I could see how it was immediately moisturizing my skin without being sticky, oily, or leaving a white, heavy residue. I'm not a fan of heavy, sticky, white, sunscreens. 

I noticed on the back of the sunscreen container that it should be applied liberally 15 minutes before sun exposure. It should be reapplied after 80 minutes of swimming or sweating, and towel-drying. Most importantly, more should be added at least every 2 hours. So the directions, for use, are available right on the product. It is priced nicely and I would definitely recommend this product to you, my readers, and anyone looking for a good sunscreen lotion. Grade: A

This coupon is for $2.00 Off Australian Gold Sun Protection products
https://www.hopster.com/offers/australian-gold/1865/4198/1

Friday, May 15, 2015

My #BlossomVoxBox Unboxing!



Spring is a very special time of the year when everything is made new and lots and lots of beautiful flowers and plants begin to bloom. In this #BlossomVoxbox, discover some new products to jazz up your Spring and Summer. Are you looking for healthier snack options, well you're in luck. Do you provide your hair and body with tender-loving-care? If so, you'll love the sunscreen, hair care product, and a little eye color too. 

Thanks for Watching! 




Disclaimer: This blog received these products complimentary from Influenster for testing purposes.

Monday, April 20, 2015

BzzAgent Unboxing and #ProductReview for Silk Cashew Milk @LoveMySilk



Selena Thinking Out Loud With Purpose had the opportunity to join a new BzzAgent campaign to experience one free half gallon of SILK Cashew Milk! I love my Silk Soy Milk, but now I tried their cashew milk. I enjoy cashews as a nice snack during the day, but as milk, well, I don't know. So, in this YouTube video below, I share my personal review of this product. 



My Product Review
I like that this SILK Cashew Milk is not too sweet, even though it is their original with 7 grams of sugar. I like that the Cashew milk is suttle-to-taste and it is indeed creamy. I would definitely buy this milk again because it is just as nice as Silk Soy milk, which I do buy regularly. I can enjoy this milk easily by glass or with my favorite cereal. I am always open to trying new products and this one was one that I enjoyed trying for free as a BzzAgent. It is also nicely priced in my local Ralphs supermarket at about $3.99, so that's reasonably priced to me. I even used it one morning to prepare pancakes and they came out fluffy with a nice sweetness to them. I recommend that you give it a try as well and tell me what you think!

Share Your Thoughts
Are you a SILK Milk fan? If so, have you tried this new Cashew milk? Is it best in a cold glass, in a healthy smoothie, or with your favorite cereal? Share with me your preferences in a comment below!

Monday, April 13, 2015

BzzAgent Unboxing and #Review of @Kroger Co. Family of Brands!



Selena Thinking Out Loud With Purpose had the opportunity to try some new products in the Kroger company family of brands. In the following video, I share a new BzzAgent unboxing and then a review of what I experienced with some of the products below.




My Personal Review of Products

During my grocery shopping trips, I look for offerings from at least 7 of these brands at my local Ralphs, a sister store of Kroger. Eating healthy can be simple and convenient. Also satisfying that occasional sweet tooth is just as good too with these brands. Check them out!



The Psst! brand is indeed one of my favorites in the Kroger family brand of products. First off, this brand's prices are affordable for any size family. I had the opportunity to try some of their brownie mix. It was a simple, quick, dessert to make. The brownies were chewy and perfect with a scoop of ice cream. The packaging is very clean and attractive. I was shopping in my local Ralphs, a sister store of Krogers, and I noticed they had paper towels and toilet paper too, in large packs, so I purchased one of each. Now I'm seeing Psst! brand items everywhere I turn. The only reason why I gave them 4 stars is because the toilet paper is a bit rough. However, I have continued to purchase the brownie mix and I'm open to trying other products they offer in the future.






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Do You Have Some Kroger Family Brand Favorites? If so, share them in a comment below.

Monday, March 23, 2015

#WinnerAnnounced #TheHobbit: The Battle of The Five Armies Digital HD #Movie #Giveaway and Blog App! Open to US and Canada. Ends: April 1, 2015, 12AM/EST



Winner Announced!!
Congratulations to...

Marilyn N.

Thank you to everyone who participated! The winner can be verified on the Rafflecopter Entry Form below as well!

Selena Thinking Out Loud With Purpose is super excited to invite you to enter The Hobbit: The Battle of The Five Armies Digital HD Giveaway! The final installment of The Hobbit is here and I'm happy to give a digital copy to one of my readers. I would also like to especially thank Warner Bros. for sponsoring this exciting event. Also, if you would like to own it on Blu-ray here, it's available beginning March 24, 2015.

About The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies Digital
From Academy Award-winning filmmaker Peter Jackson comes "The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies," the third in a trilogy of films adapting the enduringly popular masterpiece The Hobbit, by J.R.R. Tolkien. "The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies" brings to an epic conclusion the adventures of Bilbo Baggins, Thorin Oakenshield and the Company of Dwarves. Having reclaimed their homeland from the Dragon Smaug, the Company has unwittingly unleashed a deadly force into the world. Hashtag: #TheHobbit



First, let's get started exploring The Hobbit: The Battle of The Five Armies with this cool blog app below! 
  • Take the quiz to uncover your Middle-Earth Weapon of choice to get Battle Ready!
  • Mouse-over the Interactive map of Middle-Earth to learn fun facts about Middle-Earth!
  • Watch the Official Trailer to get an inside look at The Hobbit The Battle of The Five Armies and click the movie box art below to bring it home for you and your family's movie night!


The Hobbit The Battle of The Five Armies Digital HD Movie Giveaway

The Prize
One (1) lucky winner will receive a Digital Download Coupon for The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies

The Rules
  • Giveaway runs now through April 1, 2015.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
  • Open to US Residents and Canada.
  • Important:  Each household is only eligible to win One (1) Digital Download Coupon for The Hobbit: Battle of the Five Armies via blog reviews and giveaways. Only one entrant per mailing address per giveaway. If you have won the same prize on another blog, you will not be eligible to win it again. Winner is subject to eligibility verification.

How To Enter
Enter this giveaway using the Rafflecopter Entry Form below. Make sure to use an email address that you use often or just log in to the entry form with your Facebook profile

All entries on this entry form are optional. However, the more tasks you complete, the more entries (chances) you will have to win! Good Luck Hobbit Fans!!

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Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel Video #Review and Product Demo #BehindTheGlow



Selena Thinking Out Loud With Purpose had the opportunity to test the Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel in a recent Influenster campaign. Since I was actually looking for a permanent moisturizer to complete my morning skin cleaning routine, I was open to giving it a try. 

In the video review and demo below, I shared my own personal experience using Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel after 7 days and counting. 



Now After 14 Days and Counting...
Since the video review and demo above, I am still using Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel. I have decided to make it my permanent moisturizer since I didn't have one that I really liked. It continues to work nicely on my days with and without makeup. There are no blemishes or unwanted changes to my skin. I do make sure to apply enough on my face and neck to cover my dry areas that I also mention in the video above. The product holds up all day and well into the night. I have been using it daily now, so I have gotten used to it as apart of my daily, morning, routine. I'm happy with it! My face looks fresh, alive, supple, and continues to have a natural glow even after a hectic, busy, day, rushing around town in traffic. I would recommend this product to anyone who is looking for a new moisturizer. Give it a try. It may be just right for you also.






Disclaimer: Selena Thinking Out Loud With Purpose was provided a full product of Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel to test. All information in this blog post are 100% from my own opinion after using this product. @Neutogena @Influenster #BehindTheGlow #Contest