Acure Organics

Wooh! New baby is finally here and hubby got me a new laptop so it's time to hop back onto the review horse! Awhile back I received a few products from Acure organics. Unfortunately with the end of my pregnancy and preparing for a new addition all my reviews got pushed aside. I received their Balancing Facial Toner and Argan oil, along with our Moroccan Argan oil + Argan Stem Cell shampoo and conditioner.

"The Balancing toner is alcohol-free, so it will not strip the skin. Instead it is vegetable glycerin based, which is a natural humectant that draws moisture from the air into the skin. It also contains organic witch hazel, which is quite different from the typical witch hazel because it is not alcohol derived, making it much gentler at balancing bacteria and quite soothing to the skin. A toner is so important because it hydrates the skin, soothes inflammation and balances bacteria growth but ultimately, accelerates product penetration. It's the easiest way to up the ante in your regimen."
To me this toner smells and feels like everyday witch hazel but, I love it. I've adopted it into my skin care regimen and I use it every night after washing my face. It is so refreshing and has immensely cut down on my breakouts. Especially with how crazy my skin is right now with post baby hormones.





"Argan oil is such an asset to reduce the congestion in your skin. I know it sounds counter-intuitive but it’s true. Consider the fact that water can’t cut oil, but oil can cut oil. Argan is dreamy because it is over 80% polyunsaturated essential fatty acid and loaded with antioxidants like vitamin E. Vitamin E pushes tons of oxygen into the pores and acne bacteria cannot live in the presence of oxygen. It is also amazing at softening congested debris like blackheads and the essential fatty acids are wonderful at stimulating healthy firming, moisture balance, anti-inflammatory and anti-swelling support. Plus, you can use it for so much more; sunburns, wound healing and scars, adding shine to hair and decreasing frizz/fly-a-ways, cuticle treatment, etc."
I tried this product in my hair, it made it entirely too oily, which I hated. Butttt it's awesome to add a few pumps to a bath! This leaves my skin feeling so moisturized and is great to soak in. I love combining this with lavender salts in a before bed bath. It's BEYOND relaxing.

"The ingredients that make the Moroccan Argan Oil and Argan Stem Cell formulation a rock star include Sunflower Lysine, Argan Stem Cells, and Sea Buckthorn. The Sunflower Lysine acts as natural cortisone and blocks the histamine response in skin so it balances, soothes and provides anti-inflammation support. The Argan Stem Cells help to strengthen hair retention boost moisture content and hair regeneration. Sea Buckthorn contains a ton of essential fatty acids and helps support buildup of the skin's lipid layers. Finally, for those concerned with thinning of the hair or hair loss, the zinc and magnesium from the Pumpkin Seed oil helps block DHT (dihydrotestosterone) build up in the follicle. DHT is the hormone often responsible for stress hair loss and male/female pattern hair loss."
I love this shampoo and conditioner! It as one of the first things I threw in my hospital bag. It has a very mild scent and feels great. I love that I can pronounce all the ingredients and recognize what most of them are.

Over all I would recommend all of these products they are a great organic alternative to the usual chemical laden beauty products.

*I received these products complimentary for review purposes the opinions expressed above are 100% my own.

Raw Organic Unfiltered Shea Butter by Beauty By Shea

I was given the opportunity to try Raw Organic Unfiltered Shea Butter by Beauty By Shea. When I first got this in the mail it arrived on my doorstep. The wonderful UPS man failed to ring the door bell so It came in a melted mess, since Shea butter melts at room temperature. So I had to stick it in the fridge for a little while to get it to firm up. It arrived in this package:

and after firming up looked like this:

The packaging was very subtle, but I liked that the baggy was independent of the cardboard envelope and the mess of the butter was contained. I tried this product a couple different ways, first was on my skin as a moisturizer. I'm currently pregnant and this felt great to rub on my belly, it is thick so you have to rub it between your hands a bit to melt it. I also used it as a deep conditioner in my hair, I applied it to my damp hair in the morning and then tied it up in a bun. I washed it out that night and allowed it to air dry. I didn't really see a difference in my hair, but I only tried it once maybe it needs more applications. 

The smell of the product is a little off putting to me, it smells woody. This can be resolved by also rubbing some essential oil in your hand when you melt the Shea butter in your hands. I feel like this product will make a great base for home made lotions and salves. I love that it doesn't have all the gross stuff in it that commercial Shea butter contains since it isn't refined.

I would recommend this product. Other uses for Raw Shea Butter includes: 

1. Dry skin

02. skin rash
03. Skin peeling, after tanning
04. Blemishes and wrinkles
05. Itching skin
06. Sunburn
07. Shaving cream for a smooth silky shave.
08. Small skin wounds
09. Skin cracks
10. Tough or rough skin (on feet.)
11. Cold weather,
12. Frost bites
13. Stretch mark prevention during pregnancy
14. Insect bites
15. Healthy skin
16. Muscle fatigue, aches and tension
17. For before and after strenuous exercise
18. Skin allergies such as poison ivy or poison oak
19. Eczema
20. Dermatitis
21. Skin damage from heat

You can purchase this product here: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00LLPT4HI/ref=ox_ya_os_product_refresh_T1

*This is derived from a tree nut so if you have a tree nut allergy DO NOT use this product.

I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

Dial Coconut Water Refreshing Mango

I was given the chance to try new Dial Coconut Water with refreshing mango body wash. I was so excited to receive the product, and couldn't wait to get it into my shower for a test run!

The bottle was a little top heavy and topples easily so I've had to move it up to the rack to keep it from killing my toes. Killer bath skin care product bottles aside I absolutely loved this product. As soon as I cracked open the bottle my bathroom smelled like the tropics! It was amazing and so smooth, I soaped some up on my loofa and went to town. I love when a body wash's scent lingers after its been rinsed off and I'm in my pjs, and this wash does. I would recommend this product to everyone it's great for the whole family!

Here's an ingredients list: Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Peg-8, Glycerin, Fragrance, Cocos Nucifera (coconut) Fruit Extract, Polyquaternium-10, Cocamidopropyl Pg-dimonium Chloride, Isostearamidopropyl Morpholine Lactate, Propylene Glycol, Dmdm Hydantoin, Citric Acid, Tetrasodium Edta, Sodium Chloride, Blue 1, Red 33. - See more at: http://www.dialsoap.com/products/coconut-water-mango-ultra-fresh-hydrating-body-wash#sthash.fqPP76qy.dpuf

Dial was also awesome enough to send me 3 coupons for FREE body washes that I will be giving away to 3 lucky winners!
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"The Dial brand provided me with a sample of Dial Coconut Water Refreshing Mango body wash in exchange for a product review. However, all the opinions expressed here are my own."