Colgate Optic White

I was lucky enough to receive a complimentary set of Optic White Products from Influenster for review. Being a part of Influenster has been really rewarding because I get to test so many great new products, share reviews, and read trusted reviews from other Influensters. Incidentally, here is the link to the Influenster Colgate Optic White review page, so that you can take a look at how we roll: http://www.influenster.com/review/colgate-optic-white-regimen

You can also learn more from Colgate's own web page here: http://www.colgate.com/app/ColgateOralCare/Whitening/ColgateOpticWhite/US/EN/HomePage.cwsp. Take it from me though...you need this product!!! I received the Optic White toothpaste, mouthwash and toothbrush. Using all of them simultaneously I saw a noticeable difference in the color of my teeth. No, they didn't turn purple, silly!! They shone super SUPER white!!! I was really impressed!

I drink coffee daily (thanks to my youngest who still at two years old doesn't sleep through the night and a work from home job that gets down at night because there is NO peace during the day!!). I wouldn't have it any other way--love the chaos--love the caffeine buzz, but the coffee does tend to stain my grill (lol). Optic White took about a week to really start showing results, but by the second week people were noticing and by the sixth week which is where I'm at now I really can see a difference.

The Optic White toothpaste was refreshing and foamed up really well. I felt like it did a great job foaming between my teeth, which are quite tightly spaced. My hubby ended up liking the toothpaste so much that he started stealing...I mean he switched to using mine as well. lol. The toothbrush has these great polishing pads built into the brush that buff away stains and help you to get into all of the crevices of your mouth. The mouthwash was good also--although it was my least favorite of the three products. For me it foamed up a bit too much and it gave me that "I gotta swish this and get it out of my mouth ASAP" burn. However, I did really like the fact it was alcohol free and the taste was decent. Honestly, I still went out and bought all three products again because I think they work best all together. I gave the toothbrush to the hubs because mine is still looking like new and I stocked up on the toothpaste because he is a toothpaste hog--I mean, he cares a lot about oral hygiene. ;o)

Walmart had this product line for the cheapest retail price I have found, all under $3 a piece, couple that with some coupons (Colgate is FANTASTIC about putting coupons in the paper) and you have yourself an awesome deal at a hoard it under your bathroom sink kind of price! So get these products and invest in a great red lipgloss because after using Colgate Optic White you are going to want to put your sexy smile on display!! CHEEEEESSSSEEE!!

Sugar 'N' Spice Vox Box 2013

I am super stoked to tell y'all about the amazing products that I received complimentary in my Sugar and Spice Vox Box from Influenster for reviewing purposes. If you are unfamiliar with Influenster they are an amazing company that has introduced me to numerous brands. When you become a member you are able to access and write product reviews, take surveys, make videos, and generally participate in an amazing interactive community to discuss and promote interesting new products. Check out their Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/Influenster?fref=ts) and Twitter pages ( https://twitter.com/Influenster) and request an invite here (www.influenster.com).

Back to the box! This was one seriously PACKED vox box!! Here is what I was lucky enough to receive:

Dickinson's With Hazel Oil Controlling Toillettes                 

Colgate Optic White Toothpaste

 

Colgate Optic White 360 Toothbrush

Colgate Optic White Mouthwash


Nectresse Sweetner by Splenda















BelVita Breakfast Biscuits


























Vaseline Spray and Go



In all honesty I loved all of the products, especially the Optic White products and the Vaseline Spray and Go. I can't usually say that--I'm kind of high maintenance ;o) Shhh don't tell anyone I admitted that. Let's look at each item individually so that I can tell you a little bit about what I loved specifically about each item.

Dickinson's Witch Hazel products are fantastic because they come in a convenient towelette format and can be used for a variety of purposes. The biggest one for me is controlling and healing breakouts. I throw the towelettes in my gym bag to use after my shower before I head home because I noticed that since I started working out I was getting body breakouts more frequently from wearing sweaty clothes for too long. Eeeww! Did I just admit that?!? Whatever--you can probably relate! :o) Here's a link that gives you 25 awesome uses for witch hazel: http://www.onegoodthingbyjillee.com/2012/11/amazing-witch-hazel-the-medicinal-marvel-with-the-funny-name.html# These are on sale at my local Walgreen's this week so you might want to scope out yours and if you have a friend who is an Influenster you can beg them for a coupon! :o) They retail for $5.99.

Colgate Optic White is excellent for oral care and hygiene. I'm using all three products together and I have seen a noticeable difference in the whiteness (is that a word?) of my teeth. I'm a daily coffee drinker so I always try to include a whitening product in my oral hygiene routine. Using these products three times a day with a whitening floss has really helped. I also have very sensitive teeth and I haven't had any issues with pain from the toothpaste being overly sweetened. The brush retails for $2.99, the toothpaste for $2.99, and the mouthwash for $2.99. Watch for sales and coupons though because I was able to pick these products up on the cheap and stashed them for when my Influenster supply runs low--which will be soon because my hubby has been sharing (toothpaste hog! lol).

The Nectresse is a fantastic sugar substitute. It's made from monk fruit, so it is all natural. It contains zero calories and as a bonus it is great for baking! Take a look at my Pinterest board on Nectresse for some awesome recipes: http://pinterest.com/dawnloveskevin/nectresse-naturally-sweet-for-influenster/ My favorite way to use it is with Ice Cold Tazo Passion Tea and Minute Maid Light Lemonade with a packet of Nectresse to sweeten it up. There you have it fake out Starbucks Passion Tea Lemonade at home for pennies a serving! Yum-O! This product comes in two separate sizes one is larger and more convenient for baking ($4.49) the other is in packets so that you can take it on the go or use in your drinks ($3.49). I found both at my local Fry's Food.

The kids stole my BelVita breakfast biscuits before I even got to get into my Vox Box! Heathens I tell you!! BUT, if nothing else you know how delicious they were. I had them split the package and eat a cup of Greek yogurt along with it and they stayed full until lunch time. Pretty amazing for my crew! I managed to sneak a bite and they were really yummy! Keep an eye out on their FB page for promotions! I just scored a coupon for a free box that arrived today! YES!! Doesn't it taste so much better if it's free?? It's not half bad at the $4.99 retail though either :o)

Vaseline Spray and Go was one of my favorite new products to try! I have used products in the past that were spray moisture but they were always greasy and oil-based. They tended to clog my pores and leave me looking like some kind of shiny body builder. Gross! Vaseline Spray and Go moisturizers quickly and deeply without leaving me greasy. I can spray it and then jump into my clothes because it dries so quickly. As someone with excezema I really love it because I remember to moisturize several times a day, whereas before that seemed way to tedious!! This product comes in three different scents and can be found easily at most retailers for around $7.99.

I hope you get the chance to give everything a try! Come back and leave me a comment about what you thought or if you find a killer deal! You know I love a bargain!! :o) Check you later homes...I mean buh bye! I can't pull off being street :o/