Simply Earth Essential Oil Recipe Subscription Box for May 2017

I absolutely love natural products so when I first got to review a Simply Earth Essential Oil Recipe Box, I was so excited!  I was also lucky enough to receive a second box to review! How awesome is that?!? For those of you who aren't familiar with the brand, Simply Earth is a monthly subscription that sends you all the ingredients you need to make amazing creations for the theme of the month including essential oils, recipes and a few extras. I received May's subscription box and was extremely excited to learn it was a Beauty box! I had always been curious about natural beauty products but had never truly thought about what goes into them but with this subscription box, I got to create the products a person uses in their daily regimen first hand! These recipes were amazing and I am going to be sharing some of them with you down below!

Body Scrub

The first recipe I tried was the Body Scrub. I absolutely loved this recipe and used it on my face as well. The ingredients were pretty simple; sugar, honey, Camelia seed oil, Geranium Essential oil and Juniper berry essential oil. I decided to reuse a baby food glass jar to store the leftovers in. I loved how soft and moisturized my skin felt after using this body scrub and can't wait to share the recipe with friends(besides you guys of course).

Makeup Remover 

The next recipe I tried was the one I was most excited about, Makeup Remover! This recipe called for Castile Soap, Camellia Seed Oil, Cypress Essential Oil and cotton rounds. Basically, you combine the items in an airtight container and remove makeup fast, quick and easy! Definitely excited to keep up this natural make up removing recipe for the future.

If you are interested in this amazing subscription box then click the link below:
https://simplyearth.com

To watch my unboxing and to see me create an amazing Under Eye Serum, click the link below and don't forget to subscribe to my YouTube channel as well:
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=pb4tjtFt8zc

Thanks so much for reading-
Brooke :)

*I received this subscription box complimentary in exchange for my honest opinion*

Sample Sunday(May 15th- May 20th)

Go & Grow by Similac Pouches Review

Do you have a picky eater on your hands?! A baby who doesn't want to eat their fruits or veggies?! Well you won't have to struggle anymore thanks to Similac! The baby company has developed a new line that features both baby/toddler pouches and drink mixes called Go & Grow by Similac! These pouches are extremely important because they feed Optigro to your baby which means each puch contains DHA, for your baby's brain , Lutein, for your baby's eyes and Vitamin E for your baby's growth & development. These pouches are also certified USDA Organic, contain no GMOS plus no artificial colors, fillers and flavors! P They are Gluten free too!

 

These pouches were great fort my baby because we are in the transition phase of eating table foods. My toddler is picky about what he will eat as far as fruits and veggies go so these pouches are great because they contain 4 servings of organic fruits and vegetables along with Optigro nutrients. My son can eat these alongside his meat of the night and I can feel 100% better with him being at his picky stage! 

The Go & Grow by Similac pouches also come in a variety of different flavors, such as, Mango , Sweet Potato & Pear and my son's personal favorite, Butternut Squash, Pumpkin, Banana, Carrot, Spinach & Broccoli! With so many flavors, there is bound to be a flavor for every baby or toddler to love! And I can tell you from experience parents, there will be so much about these new pouches for you to love as well!!

  Go & Grow by Similac Pureyay! Pouches with Optigro can be found at here
https://www.walmart.com/search/?query="Go%20%26%20Grow%20by%20Similac%20Pouch"

Also in store at your local Walmart!!


 Go check out this amazing giveaway from SheSpeaks for your chance to win some for your toddler!
 http://www.shespeaks.com/Enter-the-Go-GrowatWalmart-Giveaway

If you use Ibotta, Go & Growby Similac Pouches have a cash back rebate of $0.50 each right now!
https://ibotta.com/rebates?q=similacpouches

****This post was developed in partnership with Similac. All opinions are my own.****

Thanks for reading,
Brooke :) 

Sample Sunday( May 8th- May 15th)

Unboxing: Simply Earth Essential Oil Recipe Box

Simply Earth Essential Oil Recipe Box Review

I am so excited to share with everyone an amazing new subscription box I have become an ambassador for! The box is an essential oil recipe box from a company called Simply Earth. The box includes 6 to 7 essential oil recipes and the ingredients you will need to create different items that go with the theme every month! Essential oils are a great alternative to other products because the ones in this box are natural and pure from plants with no added extra bad stuff! This box is a great way for beginners to learn how to incorporate essential oils into everyday things we use, such as cleaning, beauty and bath products. Each month has a different theme and the best part is the box is AFFORDABLE! This essential oil recipe box is just $39 a month, not to mention you will also receive peace of mind knowing you are protecting yourself and your family from harmful ingredients! How awesome does that sound!?! I am going to tell you about some of the recipes included in this month of the box. I really loved the earthy smells included and it made me appreciate what nature has to offer that much more. My favorite thing about this subscription box is that 13% of the profits go to organizations who are fighting to end human trafficking. I love a product with such an amazing charitable cause behind it.

 Earthy Sweet Diffuser Blend

The first recipe I made was called the "Earthy Sweet Diffuser Blend",  which was a mix of Wintergreen Essential Oil, Patchouli essential oil and Anise essential oils which created a very earthy nature inspired scent. Thanks to this essential oil box, I have discovered my new favorite essential oil, Wintergreen for sure! I felt very relaxed and content once this blend began diffusing into the air. The Earthy Sweet blend gave me a great sense of calm.

Earthy Sweet Soothing Soap & Citrus Soothing Oatmeal Soap

The next recipe I made was Earthy Sweet Soothing Soap! The subscription box came with tow really cute molds for the soap as well which was a really cute touch. The ingredients besides the Wintergreen, Patchouli and Anise essential oils were 4 teaspoons ground oatmeal and the soap base which was also included. You just easily melt the soap base and mix all ingredients then pour the liquid into a mold. Let the soap sit for a few hours and voila! An amazing soap to use! I love the scent to this soap especially! My favorite of the soap recipes included in this box for sure. I also made the Citrus Soothing Oatmeal Soap as well which also contained oatmeal but used the Tranquility and Bergamot essential oils. I am a huge fan of both of these recipes. I will definitely be making my own soap in the future thanks to Simply Earth!

Earthy Sweet Soothing Soap

Citrus Soothing Oatmeal Soap

I am so happy to be able to spread the word about this great subscription box and a way for you to receive your first box FREE! Just buy their diffuser and use the coupon code SIMPLYFREE to receive your free month with the purchase of their diffuser when you subscribe!
Here's the link below:
https://simplyearth.com/pages/subscription-box
Don't forget to tell them Brooke Decker sent you! ;)

Thanks for reading,
Brooke :)

Ralph Lauren Polo Red Extreme Review

I recently was sent the scent Ralph Lauren Polo Red Extreme for my boyfriend to test out courtesy of Influenster. I had never tried this brand so I didn't know what to expect. My boyfriend is always wearing some form of colonge so I knew this opportunity would be perfect for him to try out a higher end brand. We were pleasantly surprised at how much we loved the smell of this product. The blend of coffee, blood orange and black ebony wood create a nice scent for men that isn't too strong but still lasts long throughout the day no matter how many places you go. He is now a fan of the scent and we will most likely be purchasing Ralph Lauren Polo Red Extreme in the future. I received this product free for testing purposes but all opinions are my & my boyfriend's own.

Join me to receive fun products free for reviews: www.influenster.com/r/947383

 

Aleva Naturals Bamboo Baby Product Review

Aleva Naturals is a company based in Canada who create baby and maternity products that are made with natural ingredients and are free from any harsh chemicals that can cause irritation to your skin. I had the opportunity to test out four of their baby products in exchange for my honest review. My favorite thing about these products is the use of natural ingredients to create amazing smells and needed nourishment to the skin. I love that the products are also all vegan and provide therapeutic experiences for either baby or mom! All in all, I was very impressed with these products and would love to share my review of the products I tried below.

The first product I tried with my baby was the Bamboo Baby Pacifier & Toy Wipes. I was extremely appreciative for these wipes because my son is at the stage where he loves to throw all of his toys on the ground. These wipes are made from Eco friendly bamboo fibers with Aloe Vera which soothes the skin and shines the toys, Organic Chamomile Oil which prevents skin irritation and Natural Lemon Oil which is a great cleaner and disinfectant. These wipes are the perfect size for your diaper bag or purse when you are on the go with baby!

Next, I tried Bamboo Baby Wipes and loved the smell especially that is only from the natural ingredients, no scent added!  These wipes are made with Aloe Vera, Chamomile, Natural Tea Tree and Lavender Oils so this brand just can't help but have an amazing smell! The ingredients also soothe the skin and all wipes are even biodegradable!

The Sleep Easy Hair & Body Wash has been great for my son's night routine. I love using essential oils with my son so this body wash is great for helping me put son to sleep with the use of Lavender Oil, Chamomile Oil, Grape Fruit Peel Oil and Orange Peel Oil. This product also contains Organic Aloe Vera and Vitamin E which soothes and heals the skin.

My favorite product I got to try from the Baby Bamboo line was the Daily Soothing Moisturizer. My son has recently developed Eczema so I love that this lotion is recommended for Eczema-Prone skin! This product contains ingredients, such as Oatmeal Extract & Shea Butter, that soothe the skin's irritation and Natural Almond Oil, Certified Organic Olive Oil & Natural Jojoba Oil which keep the skin soft and nourished. I have tried other lotions for my son's dry, eczema prone skin but none have worked as well as Aleva's Daily Soothing Moisturizer!

The Aleva Naturals line can be found at Babies R Us!

http://www.toysrus.com/search/index.jsp?kwCatId=&kw=aleva%20naturals&keywords=aleva%20naturals&origkw=aleva+naturals&sr=1

For more information or to buy these amazing products for yourself click the link below.

http://www.alevanaturals.com/home

Thanks For Reading- Brooke :)

Baby B Fresh Ultraviolet Pacifier & Bottle Sanitizer Review

          

I was lucky enough to recently receive an amazing product from the company Baby B Fresh called Ultraviolet Pacifier and Bottle Sanitizer. The product uses ultraviolet light to disinfect bottles, pacifiers, sippy cups and teething toys. I absolutely love how portable the product is so it can easily fit into any parent's diaper bag, super convenient! All you need is 2 AAA batteries and a couple of minutes. In just 3 to 4 minutes, the ultraviolet lights kills 99.9% of  the following:

1.) H1N1

2.) Strep

3.) Rotavirus

4.) Bacteria

   I am so pleased with the product and it even comes in three very cute designs( tiger, bear and chicken). I would highly recommend this product to any parent who is looking for an easy yet effective product to ensure your baby stays healthy and bacteria free! I have included the link below and I encourage you all to buy one today!  

http://3bbaby.com/product/baby-b-fresh-uv-pacifier-and-bottle-sanitizer/

Thanks for reading- Brooke :)