Swipes-Lovin Wipes

Swipes Company was very generous and sent me a sample of the unscented wipes. I have attempted to use them in many different ways, but before I get into that let me tell you a little background on these wipes. They come in two different options –unscented and cucumber. They are made with 98% renewable resources, are biodegradable/ compostable and break apart when flushed making them sewer and septic safe. Yay eco-friendly! 100% of swipes fibers are derived from sustainable resources and they are paraben, chlorine and dye free. Swipes are made with limited ingredients that are natural and safe and not to mention cruelty free (certified by leapingbunny.org) .

Now to get into the testing. Duhnduhnduhn!

1. I used them as a personal wipe. As all women know that time of the month is a pain. I used swipes to freshen up and stay clean. They left no soapy residue, which many personal wipes do (yuck). This was a good fresh clean feeling. The wipes are also PH balanced making them perfect for this type of situation. Gentleman this wouldn’t be a bad purchase for you either. I also used them before bed to get what deodorant residue was left that the shower and soap did not remove. The swipes brought it right off.

2. Sunburn itching! Last weekend I got sunburnt on my arms and stomach. While I was at work I began itching , my lotion from that morning did not last. So I thought , ill give these swipes a try. I “ swiped” my arms and stomach and instantly the itching stopped and did not return. This is a use that is random and I did not think would work but did!

3. Make-up remover: I normally use a liquid make-up remover, but it leaves my face feeling slimy afterwards. This was another let me try the swipes moment., They’re all natural so what could it hurt? The swipes brought off every ounce of make-up I had on, even my waterproof mascara. They did not leave me feeling slimed either- the use of liquid remover will be no longer. Swipes have taken over!

In conclusion- I LOVE SWIPES! I am sure I will find many more uses for them and I will no longer buy any other kind of wipe but swipes!

To find out more and where to buy go to swipes.com and swipe on my friends J

 

Yeti Vs. Ozark Trail

Yeit vs. Ozark Trail
Cost :
Yeti : $29.99
Ozark Trail : $8

Starting off this review I figured I would start off by showing the cost difference. Depending on shipping and tax, or just tax if you buy them in store there is about a $22 dollar difference. I never mind paying more for something that I know will work, as sometimes you pay for what you get so to speak. This being said I tested them both. Yeti was up first. I have a 20oz tumbler that I filled with ice cold water at 7:30am before leaving for work. On a normal day I eat lunch around 12:30 then drinking some of the water in the yeti…still ice cold. As the day goes on I finish my water before I leave at 4pm and yes the water was still ice cold there had been no change since first thing that morning. Now I could be really technical and get a thermometer and get the exact temp change but ill just judge my touch and taste. The following day I used my 30oz Ozark Trail tumbler. Again filling it up at 7:30am and following the normal routine. From my opinion I could tell no difference. My water stayed ice cold all day. Not to mention I got a bigger tumbler for way less of a cost. In conclusion you’re paying for the name , so to each their own and buy what you what but if you want to save some of that money you work 40 hours plus for I would go with the Ozark Trail ..Same result at a better price , and lets not forget the most important part of this REDUCING SINGLE USE PLASTIC!!!

Alba Botanica Sunscreen

First review of many to come : Alba Botanica
Starting off with the sunscreen selection. I tried both the Hawaiian and sensitive mineral sunscreens. Let me begin by saying WOW... I am extremely impressed.
the first thing that caught my eye about them was the facts that they bring to the table. Starting off is that they're reef safe, which means it does not harm inshore and offshore habitats. The list doesn't end there , they're biodegradable , do not test on animals, use 100% vegetarian ingredients, contain no parabens or phthalates, gluten free, no artificial colors or synthetic fragrances , and the skin cancer foundation recommends them. If that in itself isn't enough for you to give it a try I don't know what is.
Following this the sunscreen itself is not oily and doesn't leave you feeling slimed. I only had to apply once and was in the ocean all day , no sunburn at all that day. it rubbed in nicely and was very smooth. It is white when coming out of the tube but does not turn you white on application. I purchased these items at my local Walmart, to see where you can purchase them near you and for more information on the products available please visit albabotanica.com