I loved my Boots Botanics Ionic Clay Mask! #powerofplants

I used to be a clay mask fanatic, until CVS stopped carrying my favorite brand. I tried a few new masks, but never found one that I liked much.

THEN I got my J'adore Vox Box from Influenster!! One of the items was a bottle of Boots Botanics Ionic Clay Mask, and I was really excited to try it.

I pulled off the protective seal, and flipped the bottle over, and.... SPLASH! A whole bunch of clay mask ended up in my sink! I was so shocked I didn't even take a photo. I was expecting the mask to be thick and... clay like, but it was very watery. This didn't turn out to be a bad thing in the end, but it did make a mess!

After I cleaned up, I tried again... this time more carefully. Even with the watery consistency, the mask went a long way, and I was able to do my whole face with about 2 quarter sized squirts.

As the mask dried, I got that familiar tight feeling - it was working!

After 10 minutes, I was ready to wash the mask off... except the bottle said to wipe it off with tissues.
Yeah, there was no way that was going to work, although I did try it. I even tried a damp paper towel, but I figured that would just irritate my skin, and un-do all the benefits of the mask!

So I washed off with water and WOW! My skin was smooth and soft, and felt firm to the touch. My pores were smaller, too!

I'm definitely adding this mask to my weekly routine! Thanks, Influenster and Boots Beauty!


(I received this product for free from Influenster for testing purposes)

J'adore!

I was so excited to qualify for another Vox Box - the J'adore Vox Box!
 It's filled with amazing goodies!
- Red Rose Simply Indulgent Teas - Creme Caramel and Lemon Chiffon
- Boots Botanics Shine Away Ionic Clay Mask
- John Frieda Frizz Ease 3-Day Straight Flat Iron Spray
- Kiss Looks So Natural Lashes - Flirty
- Vaseline Men Spray Lotion - For my hubby to try
- HERSHEY KISSES Milk Chocolate - a GIANT BAG!!!

I love how all this stuff is perfect for a romantic night out (or at home!)

I'm going to write individual reviews of some of these products, so stay tuned!!!

Dove Advanced Care

I was really excited to qualify for my second Vox Box from Influenster - The new Dove Advanced Care deodorant! I already use Dove deodorant so I was excited to try out this new product!


I've got to admit, I have a hard time getting going in the morning, and I don't have problems with body odor except in the super hot summertime, so I don't have a great deodorant habit. But even with sporadic use, I'm a total Dove Advanced Care convert!

First, I love how smooth the product goes on - even after a few days of not shaving (It's OK, it's winter!!) There was no clumping or white residue, and even after the first application, my skin felt soft and moisturized.

I recently went to Hawaii, where it was hot and humid, and my Advanced Care deodorant performed like a champ, keeping me sweat and stink free! So now I know it will serve me well as it starts getting hot!

I'm a big fan of Dove's Cucumber and Green Tea scent, so I'll be picking up some of that scent as soon as my current deodorant runs out!

Thanks again, Dove and Influenster! #raiseyourarms!

(I received this product for free from Influenster for testing purposes)