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Artistry Beauty

 

 

I can’t tell you how happy I am with artistry products.
They use nothing but the best ingredients, pharmaceutical approved and are one of the top beauty skin care products on the market.
The only thing is you cannot buy artistry at any retailer, but that’s what makes it special. I got an array of products to create a makeup look and I was not disappointed! They products were easy to use any highly pigmented which is important. Take a look below at the products I received and how I used them!

Your go-to foundation for a fresh, dewy, flawless look.

Artistry Hydra-V™ Sheer Weightless Foundation SPF 15 instantly gives you the dewiest finish in the Artistry™ face portfolio. Dropper in cap dispenses the perfect amount of foundation and glides onto skin so it appears healthy looking, flawless, refreshed and hydrated.

Own the uptown look in 5 minutes flat

Inspired by the city that never sleeps, Artistry Studio™ On-the-Go Face & Eye Palettes are a must for city girls who want to look their best, anywhere. Colors are universal and can work on all skin tones. Creates a gorgeous natural makeup look that can dial up to luminous. A polished look can be created in just 5 minutes.

 

Lengthen and Define Every Last Lash
Humidity, smudging, wimpy lashes. Here is the mascara that resists them all.

  • Breakthrough FlexFX formula visibly extends lashes up to 70%; resists humidity and high temperatures for virtually smudge-proof lashes all day.
  • OptiLength brush coats every last lash from root to tip for the ultimate definition and separation.
  • Ophthalmologist tested and safe for contact lens wearers.

Expertly Define Your Eyes
Beautifully performing eyeliner pencils, used with Artistry® Eye Color shadow palettes, help to define your perfect eye look.

  • New, highly pigmented formula glides on easily to create the precise line every time.
  • Long-wearing color that is smudge resistant.
  • Ophthalmologist and dermatologist tested; safe for sensitive eyes and contact lens wearers.

Light Up Your Lips to Mirror Your Mood
Extra moisturizing formula – enriched with jojoba and avocado oils, give lips a luxurious, vibrant shine. Available in eight new fabulous shades, perfect for any skin tone. Choose from sheer-to-medium coverage in the latest shimmer and cream finishes. Apply anytime, anywhere with the built-in mirror and LED light.

I love my final look! I can’t wait to try more makeup from Artistry and other products for another look, I highly recommend them!

About Artistry:

The Artistry™ brand takes beauty forward, beyond boundaries. As a global leader in premium beauty, our success is guided by three pillars: Discovery, Imagination and Invention.

Perfect Books for the Holidays

 

 

Have you ever wondered why helium makes balloons float? Or how fluoride protects teeth? Turn these questions into learning opportunities with THE BOOK OF INGENIOUSLY DARING CHEMISTRY: 24 Experiments for Young Scientists (Workman Publishing; On-sale: October 30, 2018; Ages 9 and up; $14.95), a journey through the periodic table of elements with the master of daring STEM books, Sean Connolly. Ingeniously marrying science and fun, it is a perfect introduction to chemistry for curious kids as well as those who might prefer a more engaging approach to science. It’s like having a miniature science lab between two covers!

The internationally bestselling book Strong Is the New Pretty continues to be celebrated for its candid photos and inspirational text affirming the power of girls being themselves. As a follow-up to this blockbuster hit, Kate T. Parker has created STRONG IS THE NEW PRETTY: A Guided Journal for Girls (Workman Publishing; On sale October 30, 2018; Ages 8–12; $13.95), the perfect companion to inspire girls as they embrace their independent, wild, silly, powerful selves.
This interactive journal features written prompts to spark confidence and creativity paired with meaningful quotes and favorite photos from Strong Is the New Pretty, plus all-new images. As girls make their way through the journal, it becomes a personal keepsake and source of motivation to embrace themselves as they are. Research shows that journaling daily can boost brain function: Writing activates the analytical and rational left brain, which can help problem-solving and relieve stress, a perfect activity for the emotional turmoil of the preteen. The journal takes the ideas and spirit behind Strong Is the New Pretty and puts them into action, encouraging girls to take time away from social media and computers to focus on themselves.

Children never cease to be enchanted by myths and legends. Now GODS AND HEROES: Mythology Around the World, written and illustrated by Korwin Briggs [Workman Publishing; August 21, 2018; $19.95; hardcover], shares mythology in a fresh, modern package, capturing kids’ attention with illustration-packed pages, engaging stories, fun facts, and a big dose of humor. It’s perfect for anyone whose appetite for mythical storytelling was whetted by classics like D’Aulaires’ Book of Greek Myths or new blockbusters like the Percy Jackson & the Olympians series. And with its global perspective, GODS AND HEROES offers something new: It goes far beyond Greek and Roman mythology to include stories from more than 20 world cultures, from Aztec to Yoruban and everything in between.

Radz World

 

I had never heard of Radz before so I jumped at the opportunity to review them and include them in my Holiday Gift Guide. My kids have talked about them but I had never seen them until they were delivered to my door. I have to say I am quite impressed with them and myself and my kids really love them!

So here’s what ya get, You get a cute keychain Radz keychain or a cute stand alone toy (listed below with the unicorns) that open up to put the special Radz candy in. It’s a super cute gift for Christmas, Birthdays or an time. I personally will be using them as stocking stuffers and they are perfect for it! Check out what my kiddos and I received below and make sure to check back after Christmas for more of them!

My Son got Batman and loved it, he’s 12 too so that was a win/win!

Clip them to the kids bookbag if you’d like for a little pick me up that they may need at school!

Ahhh my Daughter opened up the most cutest Unicorns and she loved them so much! We have a few more so I’ll be updating the other ones she gets for Christmas. These are so perfect for stocking stuffers!

 

About Radz World:

Radz offers a portfolio of brands within the toy and confection industries. All Radz products consist of innovative, high impulse, trend driven, collectible, toy candy dispensers! Each collectible novelty toy candy dispenser in Radz’s line of over 5 product formats and over 400 characters (which includes a portfolio of the top entertainment licenses) comes with its own package of tasty Radz candy and poster! Radz strives to deliver products with a high perceived play value, at impulse price points.

Yandy

 

I recently got the chance to review some sexy and cute lingerie from Yandy.  I never knew that I’d be so in love with this store! I received an array of colorful yet sexy panties, a cute bra set and 3 lingerie items for a very reasonable price.  I also have realized that they have a variety of everything, not just lingerie such as costumes and accessories.  Yandy is definitely a new favorite lingerie store for me! Check out what I received below!

 

Brighten up your bedroom with this feminine babydoll set featuring sheer, lace underwire cups with a scalloped trim, adjustable spaghetti straps, sheer halter straps, a satin bow accent, a sheer bodice, a hook and eye back closure, a back keyhole opening, and a matching panty.

Charmeuse chemise with lace trim, double, adjustable straps, satin bows, side slit and matching g-string.

Aren’t you in love with this? Snuggle up with your sweetie in this cute ivory nightgown featuring adjustable red spaghetti straps, a red trim, a red heart design, and a vented, rounded hem.

 

Seduce your sweetie in this sexy sheer lace bra featuring soft triangle cups, scalloped lace trim, a satin underbust band, adjustable spaghetti straps, a hook and eye back closure, and a sheer mesh back band.

These cheeky shorts are fun, flirty and make the perfect accessory for your lingerie outfit.

 

 

About Yandy:

 

We believe that every woman has the right to own her sexy.
The mission of Yandy is to empower women to accept their sensuality in its physical, mental, emotional, and healthful facets. We’re going to normalize the conversation about sexy pleasures and sensual experiences of every body and to establish the role of lingerie in each woman’s personal story.
Unapologetically relish in the cravings of your body & mind. We’re here to guide your journey to exploring every fantasy. Whether it’s a sensual lingerie night with your partner, a sweat inducing workout while feeling your most confident, lounging in cozy pajamas or grabbing your most reliable everyday bra and panties to rock a fabulous outfit, Yandy’s got you covered.
Intimates to basics. Sweet to Ultra-Sexy. Discover what type of Yandy Girl you are or just want to be today.
Everybody. Own Your Sexy.

Townley Girl~Fancy Nancy Gifts~Giveaway!

 

Based on the New York Times bestselling books by Jane O’Connor and Robin Preiss Glasser, Disney Junior’s “Fancy Nancy” is an animated family comedy centered around six-year-old Nancy, a girl who likes to be fancy in everything from her advanced vocabulary to her creative, elaborate attire.

Fancy Nancy is an American computer-animated children’s television series. Produced by Disney Television Animation for Disney Junior, and based on the books of the same name by Jane O’Connor, the show follows a day in the life of Nancy, a little girl who adores everything fancy. The series was developed by Jamie Mitchell and Krista Tucker. Alyson Hannigan and Rob Riggle lend their voices as Claire and Doug Clancy, Nancy’s parents.

Life is magnifique when you’ve got Fancy Nancy products to brighten up your day! Shop Fancy Nancy gifts for girls. With lip gloss, lip balm and nail polish galore, your little girl will be feeling fancy for sure!

If Fancy Nancy’s her fave fashion icon, then she’ll adore these Nancy-inspired lip balms. They’ll add a shimmery touch to all of her outfits. And included is a bonus mirror, so she can check out her cool new looks!
About the Product:
Assortment of 4 shimmery lip balms (in lip stick shapes) and 1 mirror
Colors and flavors include rose strawberry, red cherry, blue blueberry and dark purple grape
Disney Junior’s Fancy Nancy packaging

You fancy, huh? Get extra fancy with this Fancy Nancy Very Fancy Lip Gloss Set. It’s got 4 shimmery lip glosses and a cute bag. She can carry around her lip glosses on the go and always look magnifique!
About the Product:
Assortment of 4 shimmery lip glosses and bonus bag
Lip gloss colors and flavors include pink glitter bubble gum, blue glitter cotton candy, dark purple glitter raisin and rose glitter strawberry
Disney Junior’s Fancy Nancy packaging

Want to follow Fancy Nancy’s fashion flair? This Fancy Nancy- inspired Kiss it Paint it has all she needs to get started. Nail polishes, nail stickers and lip gloss will decorate her hair and nails. And then she can store it all in a cool Fancy-Nancy water case!
About the Product:
Assortment of 2 nail polishes, 1 lip gloss, 1 sheet of nail stickers, 1 jumbo sticker and 1 bonus water case
Nail polishes are water-based, washable, non-toxic, peelable and bubble-gum scented; colors include purple and beach
Lip gloss is purple glitter colored and grape scented
Disney Junior’s Fancy Nancy packaging

 

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About Townley Girl:

Since 1952 TownleyGirl’s mission is to design and distribute safe, fun and high quality branded beauty products at affordable prices for children and preteen markets. We strive to be the category leader for both markets; offering relevant, compelling, and innovative beauty products that inspire imagination. Townley is a family business!

Holiday Soft Skin with Jergens

 

 

Add some radiance to your skin care routine with the two fan-favorite moisturizers from the Jergens Brilliance collection. The Flawless Effects moisturizer ($11.99), created with pure shea butter and advanced skin perfectors, instantly smooths skin and balances tone within a few days of use. The Skin Illuminating moisturizer ($11.99) is filled with enriching hydrators and light-reflecting minerals that nourish your skin while adding a subtle, luminous shimmer from the freshwater pearl component. For the holiday season and beyond, these brilliant products will have you shining from within. The Jergens Brilliance collection is available exclusively on Amazon.com.

.Nourishing lotion boosts and evens skin tone while blurring minor imperfections
Rich, velvety formula absorbs easily to leave skin soft and smooth
Sheer blush pigments helps to noticeably balance skin tone in as few as 5 days
With pure shea butter. Help smooth and soften skin
Fragrance is warm but lightweight, and won’t interfere with perfume or fragrance
Convenient pump dispenser
Dermatologist tested

Luminous body lotion hydrates skin while delivering subtle shimmer for all over radiance
Silky, lightweight formula leaves skin soft and smooth
Freshwater pearl powder and warm peachy gold tones. Reflects light and creates a stunning glow
Shimmer is subtle enough for everyday use or special occasions
Clean, fresh scent won’t interfere with perfume or fragrance
Convenient pump dispenser
Dermatologist tested

About Jergens:

The JERGENS® moisturizing collection offers a range of products that transform skin for a noticeably improved look and feel.

Since 1901, JERGENS® moisturizers have been dedicated to helping women of all ages achieve soft, smooth and sensuously gorgeous skin. Every moisturizer and body cleanser in our collection is designed to enhance how your skin looks and feels, to leave you total-body beautiful.

Each JERGENS® product is specially formulated to smooth away dryness and bring out glowing, healthier-looking skin. From our classic Cherry-Almond scent to our innovations like JERGENS® Natural Glow® products, our moisturizers continue to go beyond the ordinary to help your skin look its best–so your unique beauty can radiate from the inside out.

Get Holiday ready with Bare Minerals

 

Give a stellar gift this season with the Bare Minerals 2018 Holiday Collection!  Featuring an exciting product range with an astronomical spin, the 7-piece product line blends a mix of nudes, shimmers and colors to set any face a-glow.  From the Stardust Mineral Veil powder ($40) formulated to reduce pores and shine to the GEN NUDE Eyeshadow Aurora Lights palette ($48), which includes both classic and new shades, the product range has something for everyone.  And if you’re shopping for the girl who has it all, don’t fret; the Supernova Space Glossary ($79) is a gift set that features 12 full-sized, fan favorite items.

Discover 18 dazzling shades of our bestselling GEN NUDE mineral eyeshadow in one beautiful, gift-ready palette. The rich, flattering colors in matte, radiant, shimmer and metallic finishes are suitable for creating endless day-to-night looks, and this palette features 8 new limited edition shades.

Shades included: Spotlight, 500 Thread Count, NEW Interstellar, NEW Venus, NEW Earthling, NEW Wave Length, NEW Galaxy, NEW Comet, NEW Force Field, Presto, Delightful, Catch Me If…, Romp, Louder, Santorini, NEW Meteor Shower, Dazzle, Perspective.

GEN NUDE eyeshadows are crease resistant and last up to 12 hours with clean, good-for-skin color.

Retails at $48

A glamorous deluxe-size jar and playful charm bracelet dress up our cult favorite setting powder for the holidays. MINERAL VEIL translucent setting powder is a multitasking essential for all skin types and tones. Totally weightless, the clean mineral formula sets makeup so it lasts longer, absorbs excess oil throughout the day and minimizes the appearance of fine lines and pores, whether it is applied over makeup or bare skin. The result is a photo-ready, soft-focus finish. This collector’s edition jar contains even more of the clean beauty essential that is free of talc, parabens, sulfates, phthalates, oils and fragrance.

Includes:

Large collector’s edition jar of original MINERAL VEIL Powder and a Celestial-themed charm bracelet

Retails at $40

A Starlit Weekend – 25% off everything! Plus get a free prime & glow trio with $75 purchase ($57 value). Valid 12/14-12/16 at bareMinerals.com.

About Bare Minerals:

We believe every little choice we make has the power to create a big difference. As the creators of clean, natural makeup, we’re here to help you take care of your skin, your beauty, and your sense of wellbeing through the little choices you make every day. To bring you makeup that’s full of what’s good, and free of what harms. We also want to share a bigger sense of purpose that goes beyond makeup. We believe that the world is full of opportunity and free of limitations. That’s why we’re on a mission to help you, your community and the world around you feel the power of good.

 

Retro Toys from Super Impulse

 

 

Take a trip back in time with Super Impulse’s retro toys, throwbacks for grownups and the perfect collectibles for kids! Miniature versions of iconic toys like Pac Man and Frogger, Rubik’s Cube, Hot Wheels, Lite Brite, Lincoln Logs, Care Bears, Barbie, Wiz-z-zer and more! Timeless memories and timeless fun that fits in your pocket on-the-go.

Our products are both classic and trend-forward, from toys that adults had as kids, to items that kids will remember as adults.Super Impulse Toys…there’s something for everyone!

It’s the return of the alien invasion! The sequel to Tiny Arcade Galaxian is coming to a home near you with Tiny Arcade Galaga. You must board the spaceship and vanquish those aliens who will try to take over the spaceship.

It’s up to you to save the planet and galaxy, or maybe just avoid those pesky ghosts with the new Tiny Arcades! The most iconic arcade video games are back in a size that will fit in the palm of your hand! The screen size is less than 1.5 inches and the overall cabinet sizes are 4×2 inches. Each Tiny Arcade comes with the complete gameplay, full-color, hi-res screen, authentic game sounds, joystick and two control buttons in a backlit arcade style cabinet. No coins or small change is needed!

 

Write in style with Barbie Fashion Doll Pens! The beautifully stylized pens with real hair to brush and style offer hours of 2-in-1 fun! Enjoy traditional doll play or use as a creative tool that you can really write with! Includes a pen stand, that’s perfect for displaying your Barbie pens. Collect all three styles June, Maya and Millie. Barbie fans of all ages will want to get their hands on this!

Barbie Fashion Doll Pen Includes:

  • Beautifully stylized Barbie pen with articulated head and arms and real hair
  • Works as a pen with medium point black ink
  • Barbie pen stand also serves as a display base
  • Three styles to collect

Just when you thought it was safe to eat breakfast…

From the unique mind of Heidi Kenney, the acclaimed artist and toy designer, comes Breakfast Monsters! – a spooky yet adorable line of collectible, mini plush that are taking over the most important meal of the day with 9 soft and squishy mystery characters.

Gobble it while it’s hot! These eerie, soft and squishy mystery characters all make up the essential parts of a fulfilling breakfast. Complete your set of series 1 by collecting all 9 characters including the rare and the ultra rare characters, all found in exciting blind box, cereal box packaging!

Breakfast Monsters is a spine-chilling treat for all ages to collect!

Series 2 Blind Boxes
A tiny surprise is inside every box! Each box contains a secret, classic collectible toy from World’s Smallest/World’s Coolest lines. Series 2 is inspired by our World’s Smallest/World’s Coolest line expansions and also includes 1 Mystery item in the assortment. Collect them all! Age: 8+

About Super Impulse:

Super Impulse is committed to innovative toys, novelties, and accessories for kids and the young at heart. We offer licensed and non-licensed products designed to elicit smiles. Our products are both classic and trend-forward, from toys that adults had as kids, to items that kids will remember as adults.

Orbeez from Maya Toys

 

I am super excited to show you these awesome toys I received from Maya Toys called Orbeez. Orbeez has an amazing array of cool toys for your little crafter in your Family who loves to create and make things. From cute friendship bracelets to a foot spa, they have many toys to chose form just in time for Christmas! Take a look at what we received below!

Orbeez Wow World Wozer Surprise

A magical way to play and collect. The Orbeez Wow World Wowzers will make you and your friends want to collect them all with figures that come hidden in a globe filled with magical Orbeez. Add water and see the magic happen before your eyes. Twist the top of your globe and watch as your Wowzer dances. Collect all 20 unique Wowzers in Series 1 including rare and super rare figures. Available online and in stores now.

Contents

  • 1 Display Globe
  • 1 Randomly Assorted Wowzer Friend
  • 1 Collector Sheet
  • 1 Spin Key
  • 1 Instruction Sheet

Give your feet a spa treatment with the pampering power of Orbeez®! The Orbeez Ultimate Soothing Foot Spa for kids comes with everything you need to give yourself and your besties the pedicure of your dreams. The cascading waterfall of Orbeez foot spa beads is so relaxing; you will think you are at the nicest spa in town. Plus, with a built-in strainer, soaking your Orbeez and warm water is a breeze! Includes 2,000 Orbeez, bottle of nail polish, and toe separators.

The Ultimate Soothing Foot Spa is big enough for all ages and the kit includes 2,000 Orbeez for maximum comfort!

Ultimate Soothing Spa includes:

  • 1 Ultimate Soothing Spa
  • 2,000 Orbeez
  • Nail Polish
  • Toe Separators

ORbeez® are wet and wacky, soft and squishy, fun and funky! They start off hard and tiny. Add water and watch them grow to 100 times their volume. Grow ‘em, Twirl ‘em, Wear ‘em. The ultimate jewelry creation studio, the ORbeez®  Jewelry Maker turns miniature ORbeez® into beautiful light-up pendants. Grow your ORbeez®, dispense them into pendants and light them up. With 8 colors of ORbeez® and three pendants, you can make jewelry designs for any occasion.

Ages 5 years and up.

Contains:

  • 1 Jewelry Maker
  • 1,500 ORbeez® in 8 colors
  • 3 Pendants on silverized rope chains (2 with lights)
  • 16-page full-color Activity Booklet

About Maya Toys:

Our purpose as toymakers is to create delightful play experiences and lifelong memories for children and their families.

Since 1992, when the company began in distribution, we have emerged as a global producer of WOW-inducing toys. Best known for our award-winning Orbeez and Pom Pom Wow brands, Maya Toys is a process-savvy, values-driven and passionate organization. We’ve found our calling in the toy industry, and never take our success and partnerships for granted.

Piccoli Horses

 

 

I recently got the opportunity to review these cute horses from Piccoli Horses. Not only are they adorably soft stuffed horses but they also teach your children different languages and make learning fun!

I am a horse. I am your new best friend. I am not electronic, there’s nothing inside of me except love. Together, we will have hours of fun playtime.

So many fun languages all around the world! We begin with English and visit the zoo. I am excited for you to learn little words in different languages!

Red Velvet is a unique chestnut horse. We picked this color because more of these reddish-brown horses have won the Kentucky Derby than any other color. His neck is adorned with a wreath of red roses and his feet have handsome silver shoes.

My Daughter loves her new Piccoli horse and named her Everest, she is so happy to have a new friend!

     Play & Learn

1. Download App
2. Listen
3. Repeat word(s)
4. Swipe me to get to the next screen
5. Celebrate
I like to hear your little voice. You will not be sitting there like a bump on a log, forgetting all about me. You’ll get to see a drawing of me that you’ll swipe to move to the next screen. I am here,
not leaving your side. Play Piccoli Zoo and have fun learning!

 

About Piccoli Horses:

Trot to talk with award-winning plush horses + learning app Piccoli Zoo introduces children to the fun of foreign languages. Parents and children are encouraged to play together. With our super-soft plush horse and educational app, children speak words out loud and move their whole bodies in physical play. Kiddos learn foreign languages, the natural way.  Learn lots of little words in different languages, the Piccoli way!