TheraBreath Review and Lozenge Giveaway! EXTENDED

Have you heard of TheraBreath Products? A few months back I had the opportunity to review their toothpaste, oral rinse and lozenges...and fell in love with them all!

Just recently I was asked to review the all new TheraBreath Probiotics and jumped at the chance to try some more of these wonderful products.

ABOUT PROBIOTICS

After six years of research and development with partners at BLIS Technologies and Otago University of New Zealand, TheraBreath is proud to announce the release of TheraBreath Multi Symptom Oral Care Probiotics, the first probiotic product developed with BLIS K12 and M18 probiotic strains to effectively target hostile bacteria in the oral cavity and throat. With benefits ranging from helping to
relieve inner ear infections and sore throats to helping to prevent cavities, biofilm, and tooth staining the effects of this product on the oral health of the nation will be substantial and long lasting.

Probiotics have gained increasing popularity in the U.S. in recent years with applications primarily targeting non-specific digestive health. TheraBreath Multi Symptom Oral Care Probiotics are part of a new generation of probiotics that are far more sophisticated in terms of their benefits. The BLIS probiotic strains used in this new TheraBreath product were discovered to be naturally occuring in
the oral cavities of a very small percentage of children who showed a natural resistance to cavities, sore throats, ear aches and bad breath. What is remarkable about the BLIS strains is that they selectively target hostile bacteria responsible for various oral cavity related illnesses while allowing beneficial oral flora to remain intact. This prevents comprimising your body’s natural immunity to disease, which can sometimes happen after antiobiotic treatments.

MY THOUGHTS:

I love the Multi-Symptom Probiotic Oral Health Care, it was a bit putsy to use, you need to dissolve a packet of powder, swish it around, then gargle as well, but WOW it leaves you feeling fresh and clean. I just had a dentist visit last week and they asked about my products, when I told them I've been using Dr. Katz products they were quite impressed and said my teeth looked great...that's always pleasant to hear when sitting in the chair on an incline at the dentist!

You are supposed to use the Probiotics for one week each month, I have not used it long enough to know of any long time effects but for now, my mouth feels clean, fresh, and healthy!

You can visit http://www.therabreath.com/probiotics/ for more information on the Multi Symptom Probiotic (and also to get some great coupons!)

I am going to give you the opportunity to win a box of the wonderful, amazing ThereBreath Lozenges...they come in a nifty self-dispensing box ready to use! Each lozenge is individually packaged for on the go fresh breath and are an instant cure for bad breath!

Here's what you need to do to win:  (USA Only this time)
-Leave a separate comment for each entry as well as your email address

Mandatory:
Head on over to the Therabreath site and tell me what other product you would like to try, be original here, don't just say what previous entrants said!!!

Extras:
+2 follow publicly via GFC, counts if you're an old follower too!
+1 follow Therabreath on Twitter
+1 follow Therabreath on FB
+1 follow my very new blog...promise, it'll grow with age!

GOOD LUCK!  The giveaway will end at midnight on June 6th, I will choose the winner via Random.Org, and the winner will have 48 hours to respond to my email or a new winner will be chosen.


*I received a complimentary box of the Multi-Symptom Probiotic in exchange for review.

PMD Personal Microderm Review

I received the PMD Personal Microderm At-Home Microdermabrasion System in exchange for review from the Fringe Network.  Image being able to do microdermabrasion at home instead of costly visits to the Dr.!

About the product from the website: Get the results of a professional microdermabrasion treatment in the convenience of your own home. PMD Personal Microderm is an at-home microdermabrasion system that puts the potential of younger looking skin right in your hands. Using the same technology of aluminum oxide crystals as the expensive equipment in doctor’s offices you will get the same results without spending a fortune.

The technology for microdermabrasion has been around for years, but never before has it been so easy to access at home. In just a matter of weeks, you will notice a reduction in age spots and skin imperfections, giving you more youthful, glowing skin.

For best results when using the PMD Personal Microderm, use a cell renewal or gentle skin resurfacing cream in conjunction with the microdermabrasion tool, such as Boske Molecular Repair or M2 Skin Refinish. This powerful system for skin treatment combines some of the finest serums and creams for cell renewal and skin resurfacing on the market with the enhanced results achieved through microdermal exfoliation. One without the other will not give you the significant results that both combined do. Use either the M2 or the Boske products with this tool and see for yourself how powerful this combination is. 

MY THOUGHTS:
I was so excited to receive this product, before accepting the offer I did a bit of research and read the reviews already out there on the PMD.  I have some acne scarring from problems during my two pregnancies and thought this just might be the answer.

I have used the Personal Microderm System for 3 weeks now, once per week.  If you receive this product do NOT use it without watching the product demo, this is extremely important, without watching the demo you could seriously hurt damage your skin.

The first day I used the product I was EXTREMELY careful, yet ended up with red streaks down my cheeks which ended up scabbing and some brilliant red circles on my cheekbones....I needed to attend a meeting that evening and quite a few people commented wondering what on earth happened to me.  At this point I was pretty leery since I wanted to help my skin not harm it.  It took almost a week, but my face healed up and I bravely gave myself a second treatment, it worked perfectly.  I think the trick is to be certain you only go over each section of skin only one time and be sure not to hold in one spot for any length of time.  After my third week I feel that my skin is much smoother and softer, I did notice the softness immediately.

The downside is that I can't seen to get the hang of using it on my hands, but it's a personal problem and in my opinion it is not a fault of the system.
 
There are two creams that are suggested for use with the PMD and I think it's a good idea to use them as well.  I really like the PMD and do recommend it, just use a gentle hand. 

For the few minutes it takes to use the PMD, and the results it has given me I think it is very well worth every penny.  At $179.00 it really is a bargain if you compare the price to getting the same results at a Dr. office.  

....I am currently giving away a $25 Apothica gift card which you could use towards the purchase of the PMD system, HERE's the link to the giveaway!

* I received the PMD system in exchange for review from the Fringe Network, I used this product as directed for three weeks and this is my honest opinion of the product.

Apothica Review and $25 Giveaway!

Have you heard of Apothica?  They are my newest blog sponsor and I recently tried some of their awesome products with my sponsorship funds!  They have several lines to shop from, Apothica, SkinCareRX and Skinbotanica, and you receive 5% back in rewards points with your purchases!

Each quarter SkinCareRx offers a Beauty Cache that is simply amazing and at only $29.95 you can't beat it!

The cache came with everything you see pictured above, and yes, a $20 off coupon to use for future purchases.  While there are many different products in the cache, some are full sized, other are trial sized, but you definitely get a bang for your buck.

My all around favorite is the Epionce Lite Lytic Lotion for dry/sensitive to normal skin, a close second is the Pure Fiji hydrating body lotion; coconut infusion.  The Epinonce Lotion is extremely light and has a wonderful scent, it left my face feeling wonderfully soft, the Fiji lotion has a very light coconut scent and did wonders for my itchy dry skin. 

All of the products I have tried in the cache have been excellent, the best way I can describe them is LIGHT, they're not greasy, the scents are not overbearing, and they all worked quite well.



Another product I received was the Caldrea Stainless Steel Spray, that's right....Apothica also sells home items, cleaners and candles!  All of my appliances are stainless and I have the most difficult time finding a product I like, usually when I find one, it disappears from the store shelf never to be found again!

I love this product, it works extremely well, and leaves a nice lavender, pine scent, I'm anxious to try some of the additional cleaners in this line!


The three stores are linked for easy shopping, all goes into one cart, and there is free shipping on orders over $49.  What's even better is that you can speak with a Licensed Esthetician if you have any skin care concerns or questions.  I did call into customer service and they were wonderful, extremely helpful and welcoming.  Definitely a great shopping experience!

Also carried through Skincarerx is the PMD personal microderm and Kinerase! You'll hear more from me about the PMD soon!

WOULDN'T YOU JUST LOVE TO WIN $25 TO USE AT THESE STORES?

Here's your chance!!!

For the giveaway:
Mandatory:  Leave a comment along with your email address and tell me what you would purchase with your $25 gift card, be original! You can use THIS link to shop!


Extra's: Be sure to leave a separate comment for each entry or it will only count as one!

+1 Like SkinCareRx on Facebook

+1 Follow SkinCareRx on Twitter

+5 Blog about SkinCareRx and a product you love. Link to SkinCareRx

+3 follow my blog publicly via GFC

The giveaway will end at midnight on 4/30, I will use Random.Org to choose the winner and the winner will be notified via email and have 48 hrs to respond or a new winner will be chosen.

GOOD LUCK!

**Special thanks to Apothica for sponsoring my blog and offering this giveaway.  I used my sponsorship funds to purchase the skin care cache and did this review simply because I wanted to, it was not a requirement for the giveaway!

Keep Flowers Fresh with an Ikebana

I love flowers, most any flower will do, I don't need fancy roses to keep me happy, but I do love it when my flowers stay fresh and beautiful.  Gary, over at Coyote Roadhouse Pottery in Montana designs Ikebana's and offered to send me one, wouldn't you just love one of these to display your flowers in?

I was sent a gorgeous brown glazed Ikebana which suits my home perfectly!  The trick to the Ikebana is that Gary uses Copper for his 'frog' which helps the flowers stay fresh longer.  I've been out of town and when I returned my mother-in-law had a dozen roses sitting on my kitchen table, perfect timing for me to try the Ikebana magic!

My Roses in the Ikebana I received, these stayed looking much better than those below

These are the roses I placed in a vase, they turned brown much more quickly

The roses in the Ikebana stayed tight and fresh much longer than those in a traditional vase, plus, don't you think they look much more artsy and beautiful in the Ikebana?!

A few words from the store's homepage:

In Montana for the past 28 years, the Coyote Roadhouse has been offering it's creative cuisine in cooking and pottery. All of our recipes in food and glazes are personally created by Gary Hastings. Each piece of porcelain is hand crafted and a work of art. The unique glazes move and interact differently under each firing, therefore creating a mood for each piece. Most importantly, our pottery is free of lead and other chemical additives. We will be updating and creating new designs for your continued pleasure, so please check on our web site often for the latest creations. Hope to see you soon. You may also view our other website Coyote Roadhouse Inn.

Capturing the ancient oriental art of porcelain with its distinct colors and beauty, the Coyote Utsuwa for Ikebana proves to be the perfect gift any time of the year. The secret of the Ikebana's ability to keep your flowers living longer and looking fresher lies inside with the kenzan or frog pin.

The stems of your flowers are pierced with the prongs of the kenzan which secures and enables the water inside the utsuwa to travel to the blossoms of your flowers and maintain their beauty and aroma up to three weeks.

For You:


Gary is offering my readers a special discount, go on over and check out his Ikebana's, then give him a call (406 837-1233) and tell Gary you found him through my blog post and he'll set you up with a 10% discount!  Spring is around the corner all of those beautiful flowers will be blooming before you know it!  Mother's Day is coming soon, surprise your mom with a gorgeous Ikebana!

**I received a complimentary Ikebana in exchange for review, thanks Gary for your generosity.