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All Things Beautiful XO

Stephanie Louise Telford & her guide on beauty, style, & glitter!

Tree Hut Shea Sugar Body Scrubs Review + They’re on Sale!

June 18, 2013 By StephanieLouise 397Leave a Commenthttps%3A%2F%2Fwww.allthingsbeautifulxo.com%2F2013%2F06%2Ftree-hut-shea-sugar-body-scrubs-review.htmlTree+Hut+Shea+Sugar+Body+Scrubs+Review+%2B+They%27re+on+Sale%212013-06-18+22%3A08%3A00StephanieLouisehttp%3A%2F%2Fwww.allthingsbeautifulxo.com%2F2013%2F06%2Ftree-hut-shea-sugar-body-scrubs-review-theyre-on-sale.html

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I bought it. Affiliate links.

When it comes to body products I tend to go by scent. I’m one of those girls that uses things seasonally, candy apple is for winter & coconut is for summer. So what product do I use year round that has exceptional scents? Tree Hut Shea Sugar Body Scrubs! I received one around winter in a travel size & have been hooked ever since! Right now they are buy one get one 50% off at ULTA so I moved up this review so you can catch them on sale.
From the ULTA website: Delight your senses as you smooth your skin with this rich, exfoliating Shea Sugar Scrub. The whole sugar grains provide a gentle yet deep exfoliation.  Our scrubs also contain extra-moisturizing Shea Nut Oil to help preserve your skin’s natural moisture and are enriched with vitamin C to keep skin looking young and healthy. All Tree Hut Products are made with Certified Organic Shea Butter and natural extracts. Our products are Paraben Free and DMDM Free.

Normally I’m pretty opinionated, especially when it comes to scents. & I frequently have a favorite. This is not one of those times! I have 3 scents/varieties & I’ll definitely be checking out the rest. I need to scope out some of their other products as well…shame on me for not doing that already right? I’ll break down each scent for you a bit below. These scrubs are some of my absolute favorites because they aren’t too scratchy yet they manage to make my skin feel like butter. They exfoliate so nicely & leave my skin smooth.

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Tree Hut Shea Sugar Body Scrubs in Almond & Honey- This smells somewhat warm & comforting. Love it. This blend contains certified organic shea butter, natural almond extract, & honey.

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Tree Hut Shea Sugar Body Scrubs in Tropical Mango- Tropical but not too summery- perfect year round for me. I love fruity scents, especially mango. This blend contains mango puree & certified organic shea butter.

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Tree Hut Shea Sugar Body Scrubs in Coconut Lime- This is the scent I got a sample size of that started the collecting. It smells like fresh summer. Contains certified organic shea butter, natural coconut extract, & natural lime extract.

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 I bought mine from ULTA & plan to snap up a few more. They last me quite awhile & are easy to scoop up. I definitely want to try Brazilian Nut as well! I wanted to pick it up but it had been messed with unfortunately.

Have you tried any Tree Hut products? What are your favorite scrubs? Which scent appeals to you most?

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Simple Luxuries Pink Sugar & Very Vanilla Lotion Bars

May 15, 2013 By StephanieLouise 441Leave a Commenthttps%3A%2F%2Fwww.allthingsbeautifulxo.com%2F2013%2F05%2Fsimple-luxuries-pink-sugar-very-vanilla.htmlSimple+Luxuries+Pink+Sugar+%26+Very+Vanilla+Lotion+Bars2013-05-15+20%3A37%3A00StephanieLouisehttp%3A%2F%2Fwww.allthingsbeautifulxo.com%2F2013%2F05%2Fsimple-luxuries-pink-sugar-very-vanilla-lotion-bars.html

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If you’ve ever hung out with me in person than you know I have at least one lotion & one hand sanitizer on me at all times. Sure, they serve a purpose which is well & good but I definitely use them as a scent pick-me-up as well! I love to smell good & layer scents throughout the day so the fact that I’m showing you two scents that’ll do just that shouldn’t be a surprise! Simple Luxuries Very Vanilla & Pink Sugar Lotion Bars were definitely a hit for me!
Our lotion bars have made people think about lotion in a new and unique way!  They are made with 4 simple ingredients – Grapeseed Oil, Beeswax, Shea Butter, and Vitamin E, so they are amazing for your skin.  They come in roll up tubes so there is no mess. Try them once and you may never go back to liquid lotion again!

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Very Vanilla is for those who are in love with vanilla scents! This scent begins with top notes of French vanilla and whipped cream butter; followed by middle notes of cotton candy, chestnuts, and maple sugar; all sitting on a dry down of vanilla beans.

If you love Pink Sugar, Aquolina’s runaway hit perfume, then this one is for you! Top notes of smooth Jamaican vanilla and caramel are chased by Bergamot, Sicilian Orange, Raspberry, Fig leaves, Licorice, Strawberry Candy, Barbe-a-Papa, and musk with a dry down of Lily of the Valley, rich woods, and delicate powder. This is a very complex fragrance, at once childlike, playful, and mischievous…. with a touch of irresistible romance


I’ve had these up on my desk for about 2 weeks now & man are they great! These come in little twist up tubes & for only $2.99 & for how often I’ve been using them they have been really handy. I’ve also been keeping one in my purse because, well, it certainly won’t be spilling all over will it! The Pink Sugar scent definitely smells like my perfume & works wonderfully layered with it for extra staying power in the heat. The Very Vanilla is divine because WOW does it smell like fresh, strong pure vanilla & sugary goodness. I honestly can’t begin to describe how awesome it is.

I am so incredibly happy with the scents I chose & they layer beautifully with everything from Dior to Marc Jacobs to the new body sprays I’ve been loving for summer! I definitely smell them on my hands throughout the day which I also enjoy. I tend to apply them most frequently to the backs of my hands & elbows since I’ve been exfoliating a lot & these areas tend to be my dry spots. I even applied them to some eczema on my arm & it worked great! Vitamin E tends to really help so this was handy! 

What do you think? Would you be willing to try a lotion bar instead of a cream or oil for moisturizing? You can pick these up from Simple Luxuries along with other natural items like candles, lip balms, shampoos, & more!

Filed Under: Body, Skin

Softsoap Scentsations Limited Edition Lemonade Berry Splash Review

March 25, 2013 By StephanieLouise 493Leave a Commenthttps%3A%2F%2Fwww.allthingsbeautifulxo.com%2F2013%2F03%2Fsoftsoap-scentsations-limited-edition.htmlSoftsoap+Scentsations+Limited+Edition+Lemonade+Berry+Splash+Review2013-03-25+13%3A45%3A00StephanieLouisehttp%3A%2F%2Fwww.allthingsbeautifulxo.com%2F2013%2F03%2Fsoftsoap-scentsations-limited-edition-lemonade-berry-splash-review.html

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Yes we have fresh snow on the ground. It is sickening. I want sunshine & I want it now. Since apparently Nebraska has never & will never care about what I want. So what is a girl to do? Wear neons, flip flops inside, & use Softsoap Scentsations Limited Edition Lemonade Berry Splash body wash of course!

Tis the season for me to obsess about body wash & this one leaped into my cart without a second thought. This smells like a tall glass of strawberry lemonade complete with the perfect balance of sweet & tart. You’ll also get notes of orange, grapefruit, & some other fruit i can’t quite place. This lathers nicely & contains moisturizing beads that look like tiny pearls.

In case you missed it, I’m still also obsessing on the St. Ives Pear & Soy body wash but this brightened up my shower recently. If you remember back to the Clean & Clear Morning Burst commercials this scent reminds me very much of that idea, definitely a great pick me up!

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Prestiche Body Products Review…You’ll Love Them!

December 11, 2012 By StephanieLouise 617Leave a Commenthttps%3A%2F%2Fwww.allthingsbeautifulxo.com%2F2012%2F12%2Fprestiche-body-products-reviewyoull.htmlPrestiche+Body+Products+Review...You%27ll+Love+Them%212012-12-11+20%3A11%3A00StephanieLouisehttp%3A%2F%2Fwww.allthingsbeautifulxo.com%2F2012%2F12%2Fprestiche-body-products-review-youll-love-them.html

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So I was recently given the opportunity to try out some body products from a brand that is new to me called Prestiche. I was excited as it seems much like LUSH…another shop I adore! They actually have more products from Prestiche that are right up my alley though & some great scents I was dying to check out! I went ahead & grabbed 5 different products in 5 different scents! I also have an awesome discount code so check that out below!


So when I opened the box full of goodies, my house instantly smelled good. So good. In fact, as I started opening containers, the scents wafted up the stairs to my husband! He came downstairs & asked what the wonderful smell was! Now THAT is impressive right? I mean, he certainly doesn’t ask about many of my beauty items! On top of that, Prestiche is natural & the scents are some of  the most intoxicating I’ve ever had the pleasure to try!

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Prestiche Wonder Polish in Green Apple: This was hubby’s favorite so I figured I would talk about it first! This is probably my favorite green apple scented item I’ve ever had…incredible! The ultra fine sea salt makes the perfect body polisher & the scent…oh my gosh! This apple scent is intoxicating: tart but sweet & fills your whole bathroom! Excellent exfoliator for my skin & you don’t have to use too much!

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Prestiche Creme de la Creme in Jasmine: If you are a long time follower than you won’t be surprised to see one of the fragrances I chose as being Jasmine. I have an addiction. The texture of this lotion is divine & feels like whipped silk. The scent stays & stays while moisturizing without feeling greasy!

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Prestiche Mineral Treat in Rose: If you follow me on YouTube, you would have seen these in my monthly favorites! I was only breaking into these new products & fell head over heels! These dead sea salts are mixed with the most intoxicating rose oil & totally enveloped my bathroom in scent. There have been a lot of rose scents I didn’t care for but this smells just like real roses but amplified. Awesome!

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Prestiche Butter Brulee in Passionfruit: This definitely has a texture all its own! At first, I was really confused… It feels hard in the container & I scraped it out with my finger. It smells wonderfully tropical & I can detect a touch of pineapple in this Passionfruit scent. As I was reading the back of the container I noticed something strange about the texture…it almost started melting? Indeed. The warmth from my hands melted this down into the softest of textures, almost a mix of dense butter & oil. It felt heavenly & you don’t need a lot. Melts right into your skin & smells incredible! My skin was left incredibly smooth & it melts in to keep it that way!

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Prestiche Soap Bar in Gâteau au Chocolat: This smells heavenly…Ryan actually thought they sent me chocolates! This soap bar has a line of vanilla through it which gives it a lovely marble effect. It almost smells like a vanilla pound cake mixed with fudge…I could have easily wrapped this in foil & hubby would have tried to eat it! This is packed with shea butter & essential oils which leaves your body feeling super moisturized.

Here are some shots so you can see what the granules look like & the textures! On the left is the Butter Brulee so after about a minute & you can see it has started to melt down into the skin!

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Left to right: Prestiche products in Passionfruit Butter Brulee, Jasmine Creme de la Creme, Green Apple Wonder Polish, & Rose Mineral Treat! 

I am totally in love & these scents last & last. In love! Prestiche was kind enough to pass along a MEGA discount code too! If you enter stephL60 you’ll receive a whopping 60% OFF YOUR ORDER! Wowie! I’m not making any money off this or anything, just a nice bonus they passed along for you guys! I think these would be perfect for the gifting season & year round, I’m totally addicted! Check out their many natural products & variety of scents at http://www.prestiche.com!

**Although these products were provided in hopes of review, all opinions are 100% my own!

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Caress Endless Kiss Creamy Vanilla & Sandalwood Body Wash in Review!

November 21, 2012 By StephanieLouise 647Leave a Commenthttps%3A%2F%2Fwww.allthingsbeautifulxo.com%2F2012%2F11%2Fcaress-endless-kiss-endless-kiss-creamy.htmlCaress+Endless+Kiss+Creamy+Vanilla+%26+Sandalwood+Body+Wash+in+Review%212012-11-21+14%3A29%3A00StephanieLouisehttp%3A%2F%2Fwww.allthingsbeautifulxo.com%2F2012%2F11%2Fcaress-endless-kiss-creamy-vanilla-sandalwood-body-wash-in-review.html

Time for a body wash that smells like…warmth? Indeed! Caress Endless Kiss Creamy Vanilla & Sandalwood Body Wash smells so warm & inviting, perfect as the weather starts to cool way off.Scent wise, this is exactly what I have been looking for! I love using this in the shower before bed & then burling up with a good book!

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With sophisticated scents developed by top fragrance experts at Givuadan, NEW Endless Kiss™ offers an alluring scent that lets women feel fabulous everyday.

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This contains some scattered beads (which you can see above) but it also has some golden shimmer! I don’t really notice it on my skin at all after I wash it away but it is pretty to look at! My skin is super soft afterwards though. It is left moisturized but without any residue. Love! The only downside of this body wash? There isn’t a candle to match!

Do you love Caress body washes? Can you think of a body wash that is warm or comforting smelling like this one?

**This body wash was sent in consideration of review.

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Dove Visible Care Softening Creme Body Wash Review & a Giveaway!

July 19, 2012 By StephanieLouise 764Leave a Commenthttps%3A%2F%2Fwww.allthingsbeautifulxo.com%2F2012%2F07%2Fdove-visible-care-softening-creme-body.htmlDove+Visible+Care+Softening+Creme+Body+Wash+Review+%26+a+Giveaway%212012-07-19+15%3A53%3A00StephanieLouisehttp%3A%2F%2Fwww.allthingsbeautifulxo.com%2F2012%2F07%2Fdove-visible-care-softening-creme-body-wash-review-a-giveaway.html

Visibly more beautiful skin from a body wash is rare. I honestly think Dove is #1 in my book when it comes to softening my dry skin, it just kicks the competition. Dove has always been a natural choice for me: it smells clean but not overbearing, Dove products have never irritated my skin, & most of all, Dove products work. This softening body wash is no different, in fact, it replaced a few other body washes designed with the same goals. 

I love a body wash that I can pick up with a great price & at a convenient place like mass retail stores. I like the light scent which doesn’t irritate my dry skin spots further. Although I tend to lean towards fruity scents, this floral smells super relaxing. It instantly makes me think of taking a long bath with a good book rather than hurriedly getting ready for work. Plus, I’m pretty much a sucker for anything containing jasmine.

Whenever I get asked which companies I admire for their advertising, Dove always comes to mind. Do you guys remember the campaign I took part in for Dove where I got my picture up in NYC? Dove ads are always happy but still impactful for women of all ages. They do a remarkable job catering to the many different levels of the female market. Dove is constantly empowering women, how could I not love it? In a time when beauty in general is questioned…Dove makes it very clear that all women are beautiful, despite what some of us might think of as flaws.

On a lighter note, hey! Its hot here! Summer feels like its suffocating me so I’ve pretty much switched from pants every day to dresses & shorts. I am LOVING how soft this is leaving my skin! Win for Dove & for me! Plus it doesn’t leave that residue or greasy feeling some washes leave that claim to be ultra moisturizing. Color me impressed & glad that I can afford to compulsively buy it! 

So let’s look at the positives again before we get to the giveaway shall we? 
– Super affordable at under $7 for 18 FL OZ
– Very softening
– Healthy skin for summer
– A feminine but not overbearing scent that lingers pleasantly

So all in all, I am loving this body wash! I’ve used the Toning variant from this line as well & really liked it. I think Dove has really stepped up & filled the need for high quality products at affordable prices. Plus, this softening one really heals with patchiness & such, perfect if you self tan & practically exfoliate your skin off beforehand like me! 

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Travel: My Pacifica Items Including Solid Fragrances!

June 18, 2012 By StephanieLouise 784Leave a Commenthttps%3A%2F%2Fwww.allthingsbeautifulxo.com%2F2012%2F06%2Ftravel-my-pacifica-items-including.htmlTravel%3A+My+Pacifica+Items+Including+Solid+Fragrances%212012-06-18+16%3A58%3A00StephanieLouisehttp%3A%2F%2Fwww.allthingsbeautifulxo.com%2F2012%2F06%2Ftravel-my-pacifica-items-including-solid-fragrances.html

My favorite thing about my Pacifica collection is each & every item can be tossed in my purse & taken with me anywhere. Not to say all the Pacifica brand is made to do this, but all of these happen to be travel friendly. Some I even consider necessities for traveling!

Let’s start off with my favorite products from this brand: the solid fragrances! I am a FIRM believer in solid fragrances for travel especially because these tins are able to take a beating, don’t have to be part of the flying rules since they aren’t liquid, & smell absolutely incredible.

 The scents I have are as follows & the scent descriptions in Italic are from the Pacifica website:

1. California Star Jasmine: A love note to my Southern California beachside neighborhood, the scent truly embodies the time and place I now call home. The laidback simplicity of the dreamy blend makes it fun and easy to wear, bringing a breath of fresh California air to your day.


2. Tahitian Gardenia: The Gardenia is the most nostalgic flower, whose enthralling vintage perfume has the power to conjure up memories in an instant. Gardenias are said to be the blossoms of love. This is one of Pacifica’s all time best selling floral scents with true devotees.


3. Tuscan Blood Orange: In this delectable blend, juicy and spicy Blood Orange is offset with subtle Strawberry and Raspberry notes and grounded in fleshy Mandarin and Italian Sweet Orange.  An orange connoisseur’s dream.


4. Brazilian Mango Grapefruit: A cross between Peach and Apricot with Pineapple undertones, this delicious blend mingles sultry, fleshy Mango with bright, tart Grapefruit. Reminiscent of summer.


5. Indian Coconut Nectar: Pacifica’s Indian Coconut Nectar is a sensuous and delicious blend inspired by travels to faraway destinations. This warm, sultry blend of coconut and delicate creamy vanilla is pure ambrosia.

My absolute favorite is the California Star Jasmine but that is one of those strange personal preferences. I’ve always loved Jasmine & I feel glamorous & effortless wearing it. I think the most versatile of these is the Indian Coconut Nectar which gives an exotic flare other perfumes when layered atop. My husband likes the Tuscan Blood Orange which makes me want to drink loads of mimosas. Brazilian Mango Grapefruit is the juciest fragrance I’ve ever encountered in a solid form. The fruits are really lively & it is truly unique. Gardenia smells so sophisticated to me & I often wear it when I want to feel professional & confident. I’ve had some of these for years, they last & last!

I love rollerballs as much as the next girl, & this one is no exception. What makes it so great? The scent of course!


Hawaiian Ruby Guava: This blend was inspired by one of my favorite surf trips to Hawaii. We spent hours sitting on the lanai watching the waves, the warm smell of coconut wax on our surfboards mingling with the sweet scent of the guavas from the tree in front of our house. This blend is reminiscent of paradise.

As if I needed to say more than just the scent right? Immediately I think of tropical islands & sunny beaches. I love this energetic & very different blend which fits easily into my purse. I brought this one with me to California….doesn’t it just seem like it belongs by the beach?

Pacifica Color Quench Natural Moisture Lip Tint in Guava Berry: Give your lips the love they deserve!  All Natural Color Quench packs major moisture, nourishing naturals and gorgeous, sheer color into one perfectly portable, 100% recyclable tube.  Essential fatty acids from rich and amazing avocado and coconut oils leave lips luscious and healthy.  Natural flavor and 4 perfect shades produce the prettiest, most kissable mouth ever.  100% vegan.  Your lips will love you back!

I love tinted lip products, especially for the summer when I want a wash of color without much effort. These are very moisturizing, sheer, & give off a nice shine. This color is more of a berry purple but I think I want to try one that is a bit more natural. My issue with this product is that its a rather wide top so I have to make sure it only goes on my lips & not the skin around it. They have a Blood Orange flavor & I think I’ll try that one next since I love the fragrance so much!

Pacifica Body Butter (2.5 oz) in Island Vanilla: Inspired by the unique magic of Tahitian vanilla, this sensual blend sets sweet and sultry vanilla absolute, with honey-jasmine notes and a touch of fruitiness, against a deep and beautiful base of tea.

I love this scent of body butter! I actually thought it would be like my Indian Coconut Nectar which isn’t as complex. It smells rich, very expensive! This is probably the most interesting & exciting vanilla based scent I own. Usually they are vanilla + blackberry or vanilla + orchids. Its rare I buy something that is prominently vanilla so if you usually don’t go for vanilla because its not enticing enough, this is one to check into! Its nice & thick but not so thick that I can’t use it on my hands as well.

So that’s my Pacifica collection! I think they have a fabulous range of fragrances although clearly my tastes lean more fruity. I can’t wait to try more, they just have the best combinations! Do you own any Pacifica items? Any of these catch your eye?

*This post has a mix of products provided to me by the company/PR & items I have purchased with my own money. I always post my honest opinions regardless.

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DOVE Puts Your Photo in Times Square & a GIVEAWAY!

June 1, 2012 By StephanieLouise 7917 Commentshttps%3A%2F%2Fwww.allthingsbeautifulxo.com%2F2012%2F06%2Fdove-puts-your-photo-in-times-square.htmlDOVE+Puts+Your+Photo+in+Times+Square+%26+a+GIVEAWAY%212012-06-01+15%3A36%3A00StephanieLouisehttp%3A%2F%2Fwww.allthingsbeautifulxo.com%2F2012%2F06%2Fdove-puts-your-photo-in-times-square-a-giveaway.html

 Let’s start off with this: Dove will put your photo in Times Square. Do I have your attention? All you have to do is take a qualifying picture (which is quite simple…just don’t be a perv or overly made up!) & submit it to Dove. They then e-mail you to let you know its approved (which happened that day for me) & then they e-mail you a snapshot of it in Times Square (the next day for me!) so you can squeal like me. I mean, I even called my mom.

My Info from Dove: 
It’s easy – women simply head to the Dove® Facebook tab (http://on.fb.me/DoveShowUsYourSkin) to submit a photo* showing off their skin. Every woman who submits a photo will appear in a Dove ad – including a billboard in the famous Times Square and online digital ads. Women will be emailed a snapshot of their “moment of fame” on the Times Square billboard, and can share that photo with family and friends. Women can also go to Dove.com/ShowUsYourSkin to view the online gallery of all photos.

The “Show Us Your Skin” campaign celebrates Dove Body Washes and Beauty Bars that give women soft, smooth skin they will want to show off!

*Photos must meet all requirements outlined in program rules

The Giveaway:

Dove® Body Washes and Beauty Bars give women beautifully soft and smooth skin they will want to show off, and only Dove® Body Washes contain NutriumMoisture™ technology that goes beyond moisturization to nourish skin deep down– so it won’t dry your skin like soap.

So I’ve had a love affair with Dove for many years. In winter, when my skin aches & feels too tight, Dove is there to rescue it. I mean seriously, check out how rich this body wash is. It smells fresh & slightly cucumber-y. I love that it makes my skin feel soft year round but not oily or slick. I HATE residue, especially in hotter months when I feel like it gets everywhere. I love the comfortable feeling left behind after a shower & if I don’t use lotion afterwards my skin isn’t lacking. That’s a big deal!

Please enter using the Rafflecopter widget below! If you don’t see it, give it a moment to load, refresh your page, or contact me directly & I will try to help! Sorry this is US only & please refer to my disclosure policy which has a special section just for giveaways!

Good luck guys! & please feel free to e-mail me your photos & I will put them up on my blog! Enjoy your spotlight moment!

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***This particular bottle of Dove Visible Care Body Wash was sent for review/giveaway but trust me when I say I’ve purchased loads of these myself!

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May 2012: My Gossip Girl Birchbox

May 22, 2012 By StephanieLouise 7985 Commentshttps%3A%2F%2Fwww.allthingsbeautifulxo.com%2F2012%2F05%2Fmay-2012-my-gossip-girl-birchbox.htmlMay+2012%3A+My+Gossip+Girl+Birchbox2012-05-22+17%3A57%3A00StephanieLouisehttp%3A%2F%2Fwww.allthingsbeautifulxo.com%2F2012%2F05%2Fmay-2012-my-gossip-girl-birchbox.html


I waited so impatiently for this Birchbox. I mean really, I felt like a 15 year old waiting for prom. When Gossip Girl first started, I loved it. I still enjoy seeing the fashion from the show as its all really varied but seriously striking. I’m always happy to see Serena (Blake Lively) & Blair (Leighton Meester) gracing the pages in my many (MANY) magazine subscriptions. When Birchbox managed to team up with Gossip Girl I expected something incredible.


Perhaps that was my fault. Maybe I expected too much. If I had run things, there would have been a Blair  box & a Serena box filled with fabulous items dedicated to your favorite GG character. I would have gone classy but fun & really aimed to outdo the other boxes. I mean, this is Gossip Girl after all. Although some people did get fabulous boxes with full size Stila items, I did not. However, I am not reviewing those boxes, I am reviewing my own. Here is what I did receive.

– A small sample of Miss Dior Eau de Parfum. This is a very girl scent that I actually quite like. A small sample though so I only get a few tries to judge longevity.


– Diorshow Extase mascara in a sample size.

– Miracle Skin Transformer Body SPF in Glow. I have tried this. I instantly knew it was super sheer & although I tried to layer it over a scar, it just didn’t work for me at all. It has a strange sheen as well which would be fine except that I didn’t expect it to.

– Cleansing Oil Shampoo from Shu Uemura. This only had about 2 uses in it for my thick hair but I got the gist of it. I don’t feel like it was incredibly mind blowing (which for $55 it needs to be) but maybe its only because I got two uses. My hair feels clean but  it didn’t do anything brilliant.

-A baby poop colored notecard. I saw this phrase on Pink Sith’s blog & have not been able to get it out of my head. Its just too fitting. I doubt I will ever use this, at least not on someone Ilike.

I will say, the below card ticked me off. I mean, if I watched the show, I would have been livid about the leaked information. I don’t really know what this card pertains to because I don’t watch it but if they ever include a True Blood card like this before a season finale, there will be hell to pay.

Overall, this box is meh. I mean, its not awful but not great. If I hadn’t seen other boxes (but how could I not?) maybe I would be a tad happier but still not beaming. For $10, I’m not dying about it. I think the issues I have mainly are that the shampoo & the DIOR items are pretty much freebies. I feel like overall, this box is lacking & doesn’t compare to many of my former boxes. I’m not dropping out yet, I’ll give it another shot. I just hope I get a glimpse of the wonderful boxes I used to look forward to every month.

Filed Under: Body, Eyes, Hair, Reviews, Subscriptions

3 NEW Vaseline Total Moisture Lotions + GIVEAWAY!

May 19, 2012 By StephanieLouise 80027 Commentshttps%3A%2F%2Fwww.allthingsbeautifulxo.com%2F2012%2F05%2F3-new-vaseline-total-moistures-lotions.html3+NEW+Vaseline+Total+Moisture+Lotions+%2B+GIVEAWAY%212012-05-19+15%3A40%3A00StephanieLouisehttp%3A%2F%2Fwww.allthingsbeautifulxo.com%2F2012%2F05%2F3-new-vaseline-total-moisture-lotions-giveaway.html

When it comes to my cuticles, I am wildly addicted to my Vaseline Plus Cocoa Butter. Because I am such an addict (every night I rub it into my oh so valuable cuticles!) I jumped on the chance to review Vaseline’s 3 new lotions & they were kind enough to offer one to a reader! Let’s look at these 3 new formulations & hopefully you will find a lemming for at least one!

Vaseline Total Moisture Body Lotion:

This lotion smells like a lot of my all-natural products, definitely an oatmeal scent with a sweetness. This is the medium lotion of this trio. It isn’t ultra thick or thin, its a great daily lotion. This is the easiest for me as it doesn’t have a strong scent & is a happy medium type of consistency.

Vaseline Total Moisture Aloe Fresh Body Lotion:

 I think I’ve been looking for this lotion all my life. There are so many heavy lotions out there, but not enough thin ones. In the humidity or high heat, I can’t use super thick lotion. I feel like it just slips right off or I sweat it off. Gross right? Well I’ve found the perfect active lotion! This is thin, aloe-cucumber scented, & moisturizes my skin to the right degree.

Vaseline Total Moisture Cocoa Radiant Body Lotion:

 This scent is always going to be one of my favorites…something about cocoa butter. Why? No idea. This is the thickest & richest of all three options. I like this best when my skin is drier, especially on my legs! This is kind of the happy medium between my legs with lotion normally & my legs with bronzed lotion. Sometimes, because I’m so fair, the bronzed lotions can look harsh & way unnatural. I don’t have naturally tan commercial legs, there’s my deep dark secret…HA. But anyway, I do like this for its texture, cocoa butter scent, & it moisturizes my super dry areas like a charm.

GIVEAWAY:

Vaseline & RocketXL have been kind enough to offer one reader the chance to win one of these lotions! When they asked me which one I wanted to giveaway, I honestly couldn’t decide! What if they wanted a different one? What if they want the aloe for summer or the oatmeal for sensitive skin? After letting them know that we decided YOU will decide which one you want!

How to enter: Leave ONE comment below stating how you follow my blog (GFC, Bloglovin, HelloCotton,  only this time please!) & your username for that method, your E-MAIL address, & which lotion you’d most like to try! Simple right? Each way you follow is worth 1 entry!

Giveaway ends June 10th!

To enter, please read my disclosure policy HERE which should answer any questions, but if not, just let me know!

Disclosure: I was provided with Vaseline® Total Moisture® lotions and information about the products by RocketXL. All opinions are 100% my own. I was not paid for this review or giveaway.  Please see my disclosure policy for more information located in the tabs above.

Filed Under: Body, Giveaways, Reviews

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