Young At Heart Mommy

Managing Motherhood Through Love & Laughter

Purex Insider: Soft Scrub Total All Purpose Cleaner & GIVEAWAY

This week a package with two essential cleaning products arrived at my doorstep. As a Purex Insider I was sent two bottles of Soft Scrub’s All Purpose & Bath and Bowl Cleaners. Both of these Soft Scrub total products have their patented trigger that allows you to clean with either a fine mist or a thick foam. It even sprays upside down allowing you to get into those hard to reach places while cleaning. While you are getting your surfaces clean you are also deodorizing the area keeping all lingering smells away. You can now replace you arsenal of cleaning tools with one of these powerful products.
There are many things I love about both of these products but the feature I most appreciate is that they can be used effectively upside down. Whether I am cleaning the toilet bowl, sink, microwave, or little nooks- there is nothing that I hate more than nothing come out of the bottle! Using the Soft Scrub Total All Purpose Cleaner saves me time and a headache when cleaning thoroughly. When I use Soft Scrub I have the confidence that the areas I am cleaning are not only being disinfected properly but they are left smelling fresh without chemical odors. As a mom of a toddler, there are always spills and sticky areas scattered around our home. With the All Purpose cleaner I can eliminate them within seconds. The same goes for the bathtub. Toodie loves her night time baths and I am constantly making sure the tub is clean and germ free.  After using the Bath & Bowl cleaner, I noticed a visible difference and the dreadful “ring around the tub” from constant bubble baths was gone!

Right now Soft Scrub is holding a sweepstakes with $3,000 in prizes! One lucky winner will win $1,000 and 50 additional winners with win $40 each. Each $40 winner will receive one $20 Gift Card for a tough home improvement and another $20 Gift Card for a little bit of pampering. Fill out the easy form and within seconds you will be entered to win. What are you waiting for? Head on over!

One of the benefits of being a Purex Insider is that I get to give away (3) FREE Soft Scrub Product coupons to my readers! Enter through the rafflecopter form below and you could be one of three lucky winners.

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Disclosure: I received the products above  from Purex Insiders for my consideration and to share my honest opinion and experience. I am under no obligation to post a positive review on them. I will not be compensated for this review. As always, opinion are my own!

Purex Insider: Combat Source Kill Max Ant Gel & GIVEAWAY

Being a resident of the sunshine state is not always accompanied by perfect warm weather . Lately we have had a ton of rain and with rain comes ants. Let’s not mention the tropical storm that is on it’s way as we speak! While I can’t complain about the sudden increase in wet weather given it has brought the yard back to life, I could do without the little critters. As a Purex Insider I was given the opportunity to be a part of the Combat Source Kill Max Ant Bait and Ant Gel campaign. With the increase in ants around the house lately, I quickly took the opportunity and looked forward to getting assistance in removing them! Farewell annoying buggies..Toodles.

The Combat Source Kill Max Ant Gel is formulated to effectively control ants. This product contains a fast acting ingredient but it’s speed is still slow enough for ants to return to the colony. When they return they will feed them the bait so that they are are killed effectively. This works within hours and for up to one whole month.

The Combat Source Kill Max Ant Bait contains an effective insecticide which kills most ants commonly found within our homes. The ants carry the bait back to their colony in which it will destroy. It will even kill ants outside of your home to prevent more from coming inside. Huge plus for us moms out there, it is child resistant! 

This duo works great to keep the critters out especially if you have little one’s dropping food all around the house. Ants always seem to be successful in finding crumbs and food particles left behind. Given they are child resistant there is no harsh chemical smell and you do not have to worry about them getting into tiny hands. Thanks to Purex Insiders I am hosting a giveaway for one of my readers to win their own Combat Ant Gel! Enter below through the rafflecopter form.

Combat is also hosting a sweepstakes right now in which you can win $1000 to host your own Bug Free Backyard Bash! On top of that the one lucky winner will also receive an assortment of Combat brand products to ensure ants don’t take over their party. All you have to do is watch a short video and fill out the form to enter. After your entry is complete you will have the option to print a $1.00 off any Combat product coupon. 

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Disclosure: I received the products above  from Purex Insiders for my consideration and to share my honest opinion and experience. I am under no obligation to post a positive review on them. I will not be compensated for this review. As always, opinion are my own!

Flat Iron Experts Review

Recently I was sent a few goodies from Flat Iron Experts to try and review. The hair straightener they provided me with is the Avanti Ultra Ceramic Flat Iron. This is a 1 inch iron that reaches up to  430 degrees. This is one of the most popular products sold in their online store.  The Avanti Ultra Ceramic Iron consists of top quality Korean Ceramic combined with Ceramic and Tourmaline technologies to provide extremely hot plates that will protect your natural shine. The infrared heat seals in natural moisture. They also sent me a flat iron stand and KQC Thermal Shine Spray. The iron holder fits the average sized 1 inch appliance and has suction cups on the bottom to grip onto smooth glossy surfaces. I have never owned a flat iron holder before but wish I had. This keeps your hot iron off of your counter and out of harms way. The suction cups also prevent it from moving or sliding around, holding it firmly in place.

The KQC Thermal Shine Spray can be used on all hair types whether it is normal, oily, or dry. It helps to prevent any damage or breakage from the heat while you are straightening, curling, or blow drying your hair. It also prevents frizz, split ends, and tangles. Since it is a light weight spray, your hair won’t get greasy or slick from application. I found it worked best sprayed on towel dried hair that has already been combed through. I made sure the product was distributed evenly and then worked it through with my fingers. I could already feel how soft my hair was and this stuff smells really good! Using a heat protector on your hair is very important especially if you are like me and have to straighten your hair everyday so you don’t look like a Chia Pet. This kept my hair healthy and shiny looking minus any brittle split ends.

Overall, I liked the Avanti flat iron. I took a before and after photo to demonstrate how well it straightened my hair and how shiny it made it. I have no idea why my hair looks two different colors in the photos but I didn’t dye my hair for this! I am assuming it’s because of the lighting in my bathroom. My hair is not naturally straight and if I do not flat iron it everyday it gets very wavy and frizzy. The Avanti iron combined with the Thermal Shine Spray kept my hair soft and minimized the fly away hairs. It also allowed me to cut down on my drying time, I only spent about 10-15 minutes straightening and styling.
Flat Iron Experts sell a vast variety of hair tools, products, and even cosmetics at a discounted price. If you are looking to invest in a new hair straightener they have a huge list of different brands and types to help assist you in finding what you are looking for. To connect with Flat Iron Experts and learn more about their products you can follow them on Facebook and Twitter.

Disclosure: I received the products above  from Flat Iron Experts for my consideration and to share my honest opinion and experience. I am under no obligation to post a positive review on them. I will not be compensated for this review. As always, opinion are my own!

Gamer Grub Review: Every Gamer’s IDEAL Snack!

Let me introduce you to my new obsession, love, and go to snack – GAMER GRUB! A couple of months ago I was browsing around on Sneakpeeq and this quirky company with a genius concept caught my eye. You’re probably wondering what this intriguing product actually is. Gamer Grub is a delicious performance snack that is packed with essential vitamins and neurotransmitters to keep you focused during game play. It’s a must have for the video game lover in your life- husband, boyfriend, best friend, dad, or even yourself! The mastermind behind Gamer Grub,Keith Mullin, created the idea in his garage and began making his concoctions in his moms kitchen! He hit the nail on the head and the rest is history in the making. The package is handheld and resealable keeping your fingers from getting greasy and your keyboard crumb free. Needless to say, the assortment pack I ordered lasted less than a week in my house. This stuff was just too good to put down.


 

Unless you knew me very well before I became a mommy, there is one thing most people would NEVER guess about me. I used to be a die hard World Of Warcraft fan and player! Call me a nerdy gamer chick but I am proud to say I was pretty darn good at that game and miss it dearly. I can only wish that I knew about Gamer Grub back in the day when I was using the keyboard air duster to get rid of unwanted crumbs after hours of quests and raiding. This convenient snack is the answer to every die hard gamers prayers. Even if you’re not a gamer, there is no doubt that you will be hooked!

Gamer Grub is currently available in four flavors- S’mores, BBQ, PB&J, & Pizza. I have tried all four personally and it’s hard to choose a favorite. Each is packed with flavor and an assortment of ingredients that make the taste true to it’s name. If you are craving something salty, then the BBQ or Pizza flavors will hit the spot. For a sweet tooth, PB&J and S’mores have you covered. Feeling adventurous? Mix and match! 

  
Here is a closer look into each unique flavor:

PB&J:  A tasty blend of Peanut Butter Chips, Peanuts, Strawberries, Strawberry Jelly Chips and Sweet Bread
BBQ:  A sweet & tangy blend of Smoked Almonds, BBQ Corn Nuts, Spicy Peanuts, Toffee Peanuts and Honey & BBQ Sesame Sticks
Pizza: A zesty blend of Cheese Curls, Tomato Almonds, Sesame Sticks, Pita Chips, Fried Onions and Pizza Cashews
S’mores: A sweet and rich blend of Smores Bites, Marshmallow Chips, Graham Bites, and Chocolate Gems
Toodie’s favorite flavor is PB&J but I think since the S’mores pack arrived, there’s a little competition. As soon as I opened the samples that Gamer Grub generously sent me, she recognized what they were immediately. Within seconds, the S’mores package was GONE, Toodie’s door was closed, and she was in bed watching a movie while munching on her grub. I’m not the only one around here addicted! 
 
If you are interested in trying Gamer Grub or purchasing it for that special gamer in your life, there are a few places you can do so. Stop by the Gamer Grub website, Amazon, Comp USA, and even Best Buy! Also, be sure to follow Gamer Grub on Facebook & Twitter because you never know when a new flavor could be in the works.

Disclosure: I received the products mentioned from Gamer Grub for my consideration and to share my honest opinion and experience. I am under no obligation to post a positive review on them. I will not be compensated for this review. As always, opinion are my own!

Hip Peas Natural Curl Tamer Review & GIVEAWAY

Would you like to make your back to school morning routine easier? Brushing our children’s hair can take longer than we expect and at times it can turn into a huge ordeal. Make styling easier by using Hip Peas products! They offer a full line consisting of a variety of products to help manage your little one’s locks. All of the Hip Peas products are eco-friendly, natural and 100% safe to use on your child. They are also sulfate, paraben, and cruelty free. Hip Peas lends a helping hand by donating 10% of their product sales to child-focused charities.
 While browsing around the Hip Peas website I was immediately drawn to their playful packaging and design. How could anyone not love this company on sight alone? It’s trendy and adorable! Hip Peas sent me their Curl Tamer to try on Toodie’s hair and I was eager to see the results. I can’t even list the numerous products I have tried in the past year in attempts to finding at least ONE that would help me manage her wild hair. 


The Curl Tamer keeps the curls bouncy while moisturizing, enhancing, and defining the natural wave without weighing them down. It can also be used to detangle the hair while combing to minimize any breakage. The curls will be soft and most importantly frizz free! Another thing I really like about this product is that it can be used on wet and dry hair. Most curl products I have found only work on one or the other, but never both. I love finding products that can be used multiple ways. This just makes it easier on me, especially when Toodie wakes up in the morning with an unruly Lion’s mane.  Regardless if I take a good fifteen minutes to comb it out after her nightly bath, it still manages to become a tangled mess when she gets out of bed. Ripping and tugging does not go over well with a cranky toddler just waking up! 
After Toodie’s bath I towel dried her hair and combed through it gently. I used a quarter sized amount of the Hip Peas Curl Tamer, distributing it evenly from top to bottom. You do not need a lot of the product to get results. A little really does go a long way. The Curl Tamer made it so much easier to comb through the hair without pulling out the natural curl. After 20 minutes of air drying, Toodie’s curls were soft, bouncy, and smooth. No frizz or fly away hairs in site! It also didn’t make her hair oily or slick which I have found to happen with other brands. Oh! How could I forget- MOST IMPORTANTLY- Toodie didn’t shed a tear or let out an “OUCH Mommy!” This is the product I have been waiting for. Hip Peas is a “hair-saver!”
If you visit the Hip Peas website you will find more information on all of the affordable products they sell. These include the Natural Kids Hair Balm, Hair Detangler, Curl Tamer, & Cradle Cap Care. They also offer the Knot Genie detangling brush along with a soft bristled baby brush. Both can be used with any of the Hip Peas products for a gentle comb through. Brushing through our children’s hair shouldn’t be a painful ordeal. Hip Peas has everything you need to make what should be the simple task of brushing, a pain-free enjoyable experience! You can say goodbye to bed head and tears.
Would you like to win your very own Hip Peas Curl Tamer? Enter below!

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Disclosure: I received this product  from Hip Peas for my consideration and to share my honest opinion and experience. I am under no obligation to post a positive review on them. I will not be compensated for this review. As always, opinion are my own!

Summer Time Beauty: Pacifica Review


While shopping at Sephora last year I came across the Pacifica product line and was curious to see what all the hype was about. While there were many scents to choose from, I have always been a sucker for anything orange. Tuscan Blood Orange Body Butter in a tube was the very first Pacifica product I ever used, and quickly became my favorite. Not only does it smell amazing but it keeps your skin soft and moiturized with its anti-oxidant rich ingredients. It is described as a delectable blend of juicy and spicy Blood Orange offset by Strawberry and Raspberry notes grounded in fleshy  Mandarin and Italian Sweet Orange. As Pacifica states, “It’s An Orange Connoisseur’s Dream.” I have never smelled anything like it and have yet to find an orange infused body butter that compares. This is one of those products that you have to try for yourself and i can guarantee you will love it! Did I mention it’s paraben free also?

While Pacifica was generous enough to send me a full sized tube of my favorite body butter, that wasn’t all! They also sent me their new Color Quench Lip Tints. The trio included  Guavaberry, Coconut Nectar, and Blood Orange lip tints. These contain natural coconut oil that helps to keep your lips soft and moisturized while leaving behind a sheer sexy glow. I was very excited to try these because they are a new product and the colors are beautiful. The lip tints are sold individually but if you purchase the trio pack, you are getting three for the price of one. You get a lot of product in each stick and they are also lightly scented which makes it more enjoyable to wear on your lips. The packaging also makes these the perfect gift or stocking stuffer for the holidays!

Pacifica sells several products and not only luscious body butters and pretty lip tints. They also offer perfume, solid perfume, body washes, scrubs, roll-on fragrance, candles, diffusers, and value sets of your favorite scents. To sum it up, I have been a huge fan of Pacifica since I was first introduced and will continue to purchase their products because in all honesty, I haven’t found anything better! 


To connect with Pacifica and get the latest news on upcoming and existing products, follow them on Facebook and Twitter. You can also head over to the Pacifica website and browse the selection for yourself.

Disclosure: I received the products mentioned from Pacifca for my consideration and to share my honest opinion and experience. I am under no obligation to post a positive review on them. I will not be compensated for this review. As always, opinion are my own!

Rubbermaid LunchBlox Sandwich Kit Review

Very soon school will be starting again and this means it’s back to packing lunches for our kids. Rubbermaid has created a unique product called the LunchBlox that can be utilized not only by our children, but us too! Each part of the kit is microwave, dishwasher, and freezer safe. They are also BPA free! The Lunchblox is designed to make packing lunch easier and to keep your food proportioned in the containers. Each container stacks compactly on to one another to keep your lunch organized in or out of a lunchbox. The lids also snap on to keep contents inside and secure. One the bottom there is also an ice pack that snaps in comfortably. All you have to do is toss it in the freezer overnight and in the morning it will be ready to keep your food cold. It’s everything you need in one block!

The thing I like most about the Lunchblox is that there is a compartment for everything. You can use each container for something different including fruit, salad dressing, salad, and of course a sandwich. The options are endless and whatever you are having for lunch that day can find a place within.

I can also appreciate the lids being a bright green color. It may seem like a minor detail but in my home we tend to misplace, mix-up, and lose our tupperware lids. When it comes time to pack a lunch we can never find the correct top to go with the bottom! After washing and drying, the Lunchblox stacks nicely and can be put away without being separated. This makes it easier to find for the next use.
 
Overall I feel like the general idea of the “Lunchblox” is a fairly good concept. If there is one thing I would change if I could, it would be that the pieces snapped together tighter. It was not so much the bottom ice pack as the smaller containers that are supposed to snap in place on top. I filled on of the mini containers with salad dressing and could not get it to stay on. Since it wobbled around quite a bit, a small amount of dressing did come out and onto the other containers. Other than that, Lunchblox is a neat addition to your lunchbox. It just needs a few minor tweaks! It does keep your food organized, separated, and compact. Who wouldn’t like that?
 
For more information on Lunchblox and other Rubbermaid products, visit www.Rubbermaid.com.  Also, make sure to stop by their Facebook page and stay connected on Twitter by following @Rubbermaid.

Disclosure: I received this product reviewed from Rubbermaid for my consideration and to share my honest opinion and experience. I am under no obligation to post a positive review on them. I will not be compensated for this review. As always, opinion are my own!

LARABAR Review & Giveaway

Sometimes being a mom can keep me busy, and at times too busy to grab a normal meal. Recently I have turned to eating healthy snacks that contain at least protein and fruit so I have energy even on the go. One of my favorite things to munch on and keep in my purse is the ever-so famous AND yummy Larabar. Larabar products are delicious,satisfying, and most importantly CLEAN! Larabar believes that the foundation of a sound mind, body and spirit is derived from what you eat. There is no better support system than an ingredient in it’s natural state. Their bars are not only made with fruits, nuts, and spices but they are also free of any unwanted additives, food colorings, or preservatives. While some Larabars contain 5 ingredients, you will notice others will only contain a simple 2. No added sugar, just natural sweetness from the whole ingredients they are made from.

 
There are SO many flavors of Larabars to choose from. When asked what kind I would like to sample, I knew immediately I had to try the Coconut Cream pie! When it comes to coconut I love anything and everything that contains even a hint. That being said, this was the first one I tried. I really really liked the flavor of the bar along with the texture. I found it to be dense and filling. The coconut was not too over powering either. I think this is going to be my favorite..actually I know so!

Larabar also sent me three other flavors- Banana Nut Bread, Chocolate Chip Cherry Torte, and Fruit & Nut. The Chocolate Chip Cherry Torte was immediately snatched by Toodie who consumed it within minutes of opening. I think she thought it was a treat because she kept telling me she loved the chocolate bar! If a three year old will eat these it just goes to show how good they really do taste. The last sample they sent was Fruit & Nut which I have conveniently stashed in my purse for running errands and a healthy snack for the movies.

 
If you would like the chance to win a variety of delicious Larabars then enter through the rafflecopter below!


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Disclosure: I received this product  from LARABAR for my consideration and to share my honest opinion and experience. I am under no obligation to post a positive review on them. I will not be compensated for this review. As always, opinion are my own!

Twistband Review

 
Being a girly girl who loves having long hair and putting it up, I was interested in trying Twistbands. Twistbands are a new kind of hair tie that are gentle on your hair and will not cause that annoying dent when you take it out of the ponytail. The normal elastic hair tie can tug on your hair, not only damaging it but also giving you a headache if too tight. Twistbands are made of elastic trim and the soft material will keep your hair secure without putting stress upon it. They can also be worn on your wrist without cutting off your circulation! With the wide variety of color choices available, you can find a Twistband to match each and every outfit.

Twistbands are not limited to hair ties, they also have a variety of headbands as well. They even sell stretchy shoelaces! The Twistbands come in several different colors including solids, metallic, tie-dye, and patterns. You can mix and match according to your outfit and even dress them up with rhinestone encrusted baubles. If that isn’t enough- you can customize your Twistbands with your name or logo.

I love that the Twistbands I received were bright neon colors and perfect for the Summer time. They are even brighter in person! The picture truly does not give the color pay off justice. The tie-dye headbands we’re equally as cool because they had a very pretty pearl sheen to them making them sparkle. I can’t wait to use these on those really hot humid days when my hair does no cooperate. So far I have used one of the headbands to keep my hair held back while washing my face before bed. I wish I would have had these lime green shoe laces a couple of weeks ago when I went to my first techno/dance concert! Everyone was wearing neon pink, blue, yellow, and green accessories.  I’m definitely saving these for next time.

Twistbands have become my new favorite hair accessory. I love that there is no metal piece and they actually keep my pony tail held in place tightly. One of the best parts is, if the band gets stretched out from use you can easily tie a new knot to make it smaller again. These are adjustable and can be used multiple times. Even if I am not putting my hair up for the day, I like to wear one on my wrist to match my outfit!

You can purchase your own Twistbands from their website where prices range from $5 – $12 for a set of three. 

  Make sure to follow Twistbands on Facebook and Twitter for updates on new styles, designs, and products!
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Disclosure: I received this products reviewed from Twistbands for my consideration and to share my honest opinion and experience. I am under no obligation to post a positive review on them. I will not be compensated for this review. As always, opinion are my own!

Buddy Fruits Review & Giveaway

 
Toodie is very picky about her meals, but when it comes to snacking she is all over it. There is never a fight to eat a snack, just pure willingness to invade and rummage through the pantry! About a month ago I came across Buddy Fruits at Publix and decided to purchase a few of their Pure Fruit Bites to try. Of course, Toodie loved them- but so did i! I ate a whole pouch by myself and wished I had purchased more. Buddy Fruits generously sent me several samples of their popular fruit bites and fruit blend puree pouches. We couldn’t wait to give them all a try.
Buddy Fruits provides a healthier option for snacking and their products are packed with nutritional value. This can be hard to find when shopping for snacks to take on the go. Walking down the aisles in the grocery store you see pre-packaged cookies, chips, and fruit snacks loaded with additives. With Buddy Fruits, you do not have to worry about food coloring, preservatives, or artificial flavoring. They are also dairy and gluten FREE. Their convenient packages contain 100% fruit and are the perfect portable snack.

There are six different flavors of fruits bites. Each package is only 95 calories and provides 1 whole serving of fruit. The flavors include Blackcurrant, Orange, Pomegranate & Acai, Apple, Raspberry, and Banana. Finally, a healthier alternative to the typical fruit snack! Toodie had no problem eating two bags as soon as these arrived. These will be a new addition to her lunch box each week.

There is also a wide selection of blended fruit flavors as well. You can choose from Banana, Strawberry, Apple Cinnamon, Mango Passion & Banana, & Multifruit. These pouches are only 60 calories and the contents are 100% fruit. No peel, no seeds, and no mess! They can be eaten straight from the pouch or squeezed into a bowl. Either way the package can be re-sealed for later use.


 The Buddy Fruit Mission:

Simplify your everyday life
Help your kids to eat more fruits
Contribute to a healthier life

Combine eating with fun 

Would you like the chance to win your own Buddy Fruits display mix? This will include their Fruit Bites and  Blended Fruit Pouches! Enter below through the rafflecopter form.
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Disclosure: I received this product  from Buddy Fruits for my consideration and to share my honest opinion and experience. I am under no obligation to post a positive review on them. I will not be compensated for this review. As always, opinion are my own!


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