Check Out My Violet Voxbox!

Influenster has delivered once again!  This time, I was lucky enough to receive the Violet Voxbox, a beauty-themed box based on the "moody florals" of fall.  I'm thrilled to be a part of this program, and I can't wait to test out all of the products!  Let's take a look at what's inside:

Sally Hansen Triple Shine Nail Polish in Red Snapper:  I've actually already tried this one out and have a blog post planned for the near future.  It covers evenly in one coat and dries with a beautiful shine.  I will definitely be looking into other shades in the range!

Not Your Mother's Clean Freak Refreshing Dry Shampoo:  Another one that I've already used and love!  It's great for anyone like me who doesn't wash their hair every day due to what I like to call "textural issues," but still wants to keep their hair looking fresh.  Also fabulous if you don't have time to shampoo right after a workout!


SOYJOY bar in Cranberry:  Yep, I already ate it.  And it was awesome.  It reminded me of a cranberry scone... Only healthier!  I can't wait to try all of the flavors.  I definitely recommend this one, even if you don't like soy products.  You can't even tell that it's supposed to be good for you!




Goody Athletique Reversible Quickdry Headband:  This is going to be one of those products that ends up being an absolute lifesaver during rehearsals and workouts.  It wicks sweat away to help keep it out of your eyes and eliminates the need to constantly wipe your forehead.  It's also very stylish, with several different colors available and a reversible design that lets you customize your look!


Montagne Jeunesse Clay Spas Mask:  I've used other Montagne Jeunesse masks before and loved them, but haven't ever gotten the chance to use one of the Clay Spas masks.  I'm so excited to pamper myself a little with this!

Keep checking back for more posts about these products, which I know are all going to be worthwhile! Have you used any of these products or did you get a Violet Voxbox?  Let me know in the comments!

Review: Goody QuikStyle Paddle Brush

When I opened my Holiday Voxbox from Influenster, the Goody Quikstyle Paddle Brush was the first thing I saw... And I have to admit, I laughed!  When you first lay eyes on this nifty little brush, the design can look somewhat silly.  Trust me, though, I stopped laughing when I realized how well this brush works!

The whole point of the Goody QuikStyle line is to make going from wet hair to great style as painless and quick as possible.  As someone with a lot of hair, I know how much water it can hold after a shower.  I, personally, like to air dry my hair most of the time, which can take forever when it's as long as mine.  I have found that using this brush has not only cut down on the time it takes me to use a hairdryer, but has also made the air-drying process much faster.

Let's take a look at what makes this brush special:

The QuikStyle brush functions just like a regular brush would, but with several key differences.  First of all, those funky-looking blue things are actually tiny microfiber towels that automatically dry hair as you brush.  Neat, huh?  It's like towel-drying, but without all of the messiness and tangling you can do to your hair in the process.  Second, the brush itself is actually hollow, allowing the microfiber bristles to dry quickly and allowing for maximum ventilation when you're using a blowdryer.  Finally, I have to say that I have never used a brush that is this light before.  You know how your arm tends to get tired while you're drying your hair?  Not with this brush!  Its light design makes it easy to handle and surprisingly comfortable to use.

Goody claims that this brush removes an average of 30% of water from hair.  While I can't attest to that exact number, I can definitely tell you that it removes plenty of water from my immediately post-shower hair, making it so much easier and less time-consuming to dry!  I also love that the microfiber bristles are antimicrobial--it makes me much more at ease about sharing this brush with my friends, and I know the brush will stay fresh!

Me with my new favorite brush!

Some people may be concerned about how to clean hair that collects between the bristles out of the brush.  Goody provides easy instructions:  Just take a wide-toothed comb and run it between the bristles.  Not much of a hassle at all for the quality of the product!

Overall, I give this brush a big thumbs up. Although it may look silly, it has some serious drying power!

Check out other reviews of the Goody QuikStyle Paddle Brush from Influenster members here.  Also be sure to check out Goody's webpage here for more information about the QuikStyle line and their other innovative products.    I received this brush for free through Influenster's VoxBox program, but you can get your own for about $12.99 at most major drugstores and chain retailers in the United States!

Have you used the Goody QuikStyle Paddle Brush or any other Goody products that you've just loved?  Let me know in the comments!

Influenster's Holiday Voxbox 2012!

I just got this bad boy in the mail yesterday, and I couldn't be more excited!  For those of you who aren't familiar with Influenster, they send out VoxBoxes full of free goodies for Influential members to test and review. There are a few new products in this VoxBox that I can't wait to test out, as well as a few old favorites.  The Kiss Nail Dress that I got this time around is absolutely beautiful, and will look wonderful at a New Year's Eve party!  The Goody Quick Style Paddle Brush actually made me laugh out loud... It looks so goofy, but I bet it works, and I can't wait to test it out!  I didn't even know that the Quaker Real Medleys oatmeal existed, but as an oatmeal lover, I cannot wait to taste it!  I have tried Eboost before when it came in my Naturals VoxBox earlier this year, but didn't like the flavor.  This time around I got a different one, so hopefully they will be able to redeem themselves!  NYC New York Color's Liquid Lipshine is one of my all-time favorite lip products, so getting another one was an absolute delight.  Finally, the Sole Society Coupon, worth $25, will undoubtedly feed my shoe addiction!

As my way of wishing everyone a merry christmas, I'll share the $25 Sole Society code with you -- it's INFLUENSTER25, and is good towards your first purchase!  Enjoy!

Have any of you received this VoxBox or tested out any of the products?  Let me know in the comments!

NOTE: I still have several Influenster invites left!  Leave a comment if you'd like one, and I'll be in touch!