"Falling" by Rachel Burgess Giveaway

EnvyDerm Lip Gloss and Mascara

Alrighty, so a little while ago I told you about the fantastic $300gift card giveaway from EnvyDerm. Well, today I'm finally telling you all about their fabulous products!

I tried the lip gloss first. I wasn't sure if I would like it or not because it is Red. I am more of a pink girl myself. Most of the time my face looks exactly the same. I don't go crazy and do plums, reds, blues, or crazy rainbow styles. I am a neutral girl. It has taken me like 13 years to find a look that actually compliments me. But I see girls pulling off bold looks that change daily and they always look amazing! 

So why can't I?!

So I tried red lips. More precisely, I tried Je T'aime. The color of love. It's a strawberry red. And it really is a gorgeous hue. It's not too crazy bold. It's more of a sheer shimmer. It's perfect to wear alone or over your lipstick. But if red isn't your thing they have 10 beautiful and different shades to choose from. 

And it's not sticky at all. My lips felt great afterwards. They actually felt healthier than they did before I applied the lip gloss. EnvyDerm's lip gloss contain 13 organic moisturizing oils, vitamins, super fruit berries, and extracts for softer and more rejuvenated lips.

There is absolutely no burning or stinging pain. You will experience a tingling sensation. It's a feeling that I actually enjoy. I believe it is from the blood circulating into your lips. And blood circulation is a good thing. Blood carries oxygen and nutrients. If you have more blood circulating to an area that could explain why it actually seems healthier after. 

EnvyDerm's lip gloss contains peptides and tripeptides to boost lip collagen for fuller, plumper lips. You'll experience immediate results which is fantastic. 

Up to 37% fuller and voluminous lips. 

But even better than that, you'll have lasting results if you continue to use the gloss for at least 4 weeks! 

Can your lip gloss do that?!

I love their lip gloss! I have had amazing results! The next color I want to try is Lola. 

So pretty! 

And then there's the mascara...

It instantly increases lash definition, volume, and curl. 

It contains polymer and nylon to add volume and definition. 

The natural waxes form an elastic veil over your lashes to help sculpt and curl them. 

And the unique hourglass shaped brush separates and lifts each lash to create definition and volume.

I loved this mascara because it didn't clump like my other mascaras do.

And it didn't flake, smudge, or smear!

EnvyDerm'smascara is designed to promote length and thickness with continued use.

It is made with hydroplat specialized peptide combined with hydrolyzed keratin to promote keratin production. 

It is also made with Moroccan Argan Oil, Minerals, Vitamins, and Amino Acids to fortify and nourish your lashes while providing shine.

If you want dramatic results I would suggest their Nighttime Serum. In order to stimulate growth you have to provide nourishment to the lash line along the skin. Hair grows from the root, not the shaft. The mascara provided excellent volume, but if you're looking for extreme thickness immediately then I would apply a thick mascara on top of their mascara so that your lashes are still getting nourished. 

Overall, I loved their products! I can't wait to try more.

I received these products in exchange for an honest and unbiased review. 

Inspired Fitness Gear Jump Rope Review

It's that time of year again....

Dun. Dun. Dunnnn!!!

Bikini Season

Cue the shrieks of terror. Is this as scary for you as it is for me? I was already forced to hop in a bathing suit twice this month. Once because family was visiting and once for a 3-year-old's birthday party. You never know when one of these horrific events will attack. These both snuck up on me out of the blue. I barely had time to shave before I was victimized. 

Don't let this happen to you!

If you are like me then finding the time to exercise isn't your only battle. Trying to find money in the budget to pay for the gym... finding a babysitter to watch the kiddos while you workout... searching for a safe running route... buying new tennis shoes... obtaining all of the necessary home equipment... figuring out which at-home- video series you'll actually like... fitting into your exercise clothes....

These are only a few of the hurdles you have to leap over before you can even begin to get in shape.

Well, not exactly. Have you tried jumping rope?

• You can do it at home.
• You can do it inside or outside.
• You can do it in your pj's.
• You can do it naked! (Not recommended. If you mess up as much as I do then you don't want welts in the clothing optional areas...)
• Your kids can do it with you.
• You can do it barefoot. 
• You can do it without anyone knowing you're doing it.
• You can add variety to your workout.
• You have a lifetime subscription that costs less than a water bottle!

To participate at the local gym near me you have to pay start up fees ($49-$99), annual fees ($39), monthly dues ($9.99-$79.95), and daycare fees ($20 per child). That adds up! I cannot afford to be a stay-at-home mom and a gym-rat. That is why I have fallen in LOVE with jumping rope. 

I am not a pro by any means, but I hope to get better. And while I'm practicing I'm having fun.

It's a full body workout and one of the best cardiovascular exercises you can do. You can do a killer workout in just 10 minutes! And there are tons of free routines online. Here is one of my favorites:

Do you feel the burn?

K, if you're still sitting down and staring at your screen then probably not. But try this one out and you definitely will! 

Don't have a jump rope? 

No problem!

Here is an awesome one:

Inspired Fitness Gear

and you can get it for $9.97 on Amazon. And if you have a Prime Membership then it's also free 2-day shipping.

If you really want to start jumping rope then you need a good jump-rope. Trust me, some are better than others. These aren't your old macaroni noodle ropes from elementary. They are legit. 

They have specialized double ball bearings. These are meant for speed. But if you're a beginner don't worry because they'll just make it easier for you to spin. They don't catch or snag like plastic jump ropes.

And the rope is actually a lightweight wire. It makes it so that this baby can whip around as fast as you want it to go. Please don't whip your husband or children with it. Plus, it makes it kink-resistant. No funky bends in your rope.

And it is one of the easiest jump-ropes to adjust. You don't need pliers, screwdrivers, or scissors like some other types of jump-ropes require. You can just use your fingers to twist and change the length. That means you and your partner in crime can share a rope instead of having to buy multiples. 

It's a rope. You can wind it up smaller than your makeup bag. That means you can take it on vacation! And it won't add extra weight to your luggage. Amazing! 

You also get 2 Ebooks with your rope. One is a 15 Minute Fat Blasting Skipping Routine. Just in case you need something to follow. And the other is 13 Yummy Paleo Dessert Recipes. 

Healthy sweets? Heck yes!

Hopefully I didn't sound too much like a salesman there. If not, then I will now. They also offer a 100% Satisfaction Guarantee. If you don't like your new jump rope then they will refund your money. 

What's there to lose? Except, those love handles...

I received this product in exchange for an honest and unbiased review. These thoughts are completely my own and true. 

I'll be posting a few routines of my own in the future. So stick around!

Now time to go bikini shopping...