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Review: @Clckr Skincare Hot Face Mask

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It’s an in-home spa treatment that transforms your skin from hot mess into healthy, bright, and brilliant.

  • Kaolin – Restores vitality to sun-scorched skin
  • Sunflower Seed Oil – Smoothes and nourishes without clogging pores
  • Pomegranate Extract – Deploys multi-antioxidant power to prevent cellular damage by scavenging free radicals
  • ArnicaMontanaFlower Extract – Heals and calms inflammation by gently flushing capillaries of irritants

For skin that craves a firm, yet gentle, time out

  • Releases – exfoliates dulling debris and reduces inflammation
  • Repairs – strengthens skin cells and reboots capillary function
  • Refreshes – feeds pores and enriches skin with non-greasy nutrients and power-packed antioxidants

Use it to spread the love 2-3 times weekly or as required

  • Squeeze a quarter-sized drop in your palm
  • Smooth over entire face
  • Let dry for 10 minutes
  • Rinse thoroughly and follow with moisturizer

 

Cost: $32.00 and is 2.6 fl oz

 

Where to buy: ClickR Shop or Sephora

 

My Thoughts:

 

You’re instructed to apply the mask to wet skin, as did I.  The mask goes on nice, and smooth; however, it does NOT warm up – not even a little bit.  To give it the name, “Hot Face Mask” is a little misleading.  Though that was my only issue, I did like how my skin felt afterwards – nice and smooth. Also, it rinses off very well with no residue left behind.  I liked using it before going out for an event and I was applying a full face of makeup.  It definitely made everything look better.  Although I am not completely wowed by this product asI were with ClickR’s other products, I am continuing using it.  Slowly, but surely, remnants of old pimples and blemishes are going away.

 

Would I recommend?

It all depends on what you are looking for.  It works fine as a regular mask, but I wouldn’t recommend this if you’re looking for a hot mask.

 

What is your favorite Hot Mask?

I’ve used Biore’s Self-Heating Mask before

Disclaimer:  This Product Was purchased with my own money.

SEPHORA Brings the Hottest Names in Beauty to FNO!

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On September 8th, Sephora will be hosting interactive events at nine of their Manhattan locations in celebration of Fashion’s Night Out, the most anticipated global fashion initiative of the year. Sephora has pulled out all the stops to make this year one to remember with help from the hottest names in beauty making personal appearances, including Kat Von D, Kate Walsh, Solange Knowles, Josie Maran and HBO® series, True Blood’s™, Kristen Bauer. That’s not all! Exclusive products from your favorite beauty brands Stila, Nails Inc., Make Up For Ever and Urban Decay will be available at all nine Sephora locations on this night only. 

Sephora 5th Ave597 Fifth Ave b/w 48 and 49 

·     Watch Supermodel Josie Maran Shoot Her New Campaign                 

6:00 pm – 9:30 pm Meet Supermodel and Chief Chicological Officer Josie Maran as she shoots her latest campaign live in Sephora’s window. After, Josie will meet with clients to give beauty tips and tricks.

·         Groove with Carol’s Daughter “Spokesbeauty” Solange Knowles                          

 9:30 pm              Experience Carol’s Daughter’s styling bar while celebrity DJ Solange Knowles drops a beautiful beat.  

Starting at 6:00 pm, three stylists will provide four styling options, Mohawks, Fishtail Braids, Modern Updo and Hair Accessories, inspired by “spokesbeauties” Solange Knowles and singer Cassie. 

·         Star in your own Smashbox Studios Photo Shoot                                   

 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm Smashbox believes that life is your photo op and the world is your set—receive Smashbox color touch-ups before striking a pose with famed photographer and Smashbox co-founder Davis Factor. 

·         Ask An Expert                                                                                                                    7:00 – 8:00 pm Calling all beauty enthusiasts! Have the chance to meet the most famed beauty experts in the industry on one of the most exciting and fashionable nights. Have your questions on hand and get ready to heed advice from these well-known industry names:

o   Sarah Brown, Beauty Director of Vogue

o   Wende Zomnir, Co-Founder & Executive Creative Director of Urban Decay Cosmetics

o   Kate Somerville, Founder of the Kate Somerville Skin Health Experts Clinic in Los Angeles, creator of the Kate Somerville Skin Care line of products, and author of the book “Complexion Perfection”

o   Oscar Blandi, hair extraordinaire and renowned stylist to the stars

Meet celebrity esthetician Kate Somerville                                                                  

     7:00 pm Discuss your skincare concerns with celebrity esthetician and creator of Kate Somerville Skin Health Experts product line.  

 Talk tips with Nails Inc. founder Thea Green                                                                 

   7:00 pm Learn creative tricks from Thea, the founder of the most fashion-forward nail brand from across the pond. She’ll give tips on how to wear the hottest shades and special effects polishes. 

·         Meet Actress Kate Walsh                                                                                      8:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Take a cue from Actress & Entrepreneur, Kate Walsh and receive the perfect red lip application from a Sephora Makeup Expert. Kate will be on-site to help clients choose the perfect red lip color. Meet Kate’s “Boyfriend” and get ready for a night out on the town. 

Sephora 5 Times Square200 West 42nd at 7th Ave

 ·         True Blood® actress Kristin Bauer                                                                     

 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Get eternally glamoured by the tarte™ for True Blood™ collection, inspired by the HBO® series. Pose for a picture with True Blood’s Kristin Bauer or stop by for a makeover with tarte’s artistry team. Whether you’re a supernatural beauty or a vampy vixen, this collection contains versatile shades to take you from dawn to dusk, and well into the night. Plus, you’ll have a chance to win tarte™ for True Blood™ prizes, including the limited-edition palette, natural cheek stain and LipSurgence™ natural lip tint. Will you be turned?

Special Musical Performance by TV Star and Tattoo Artist Kat Von D                  

9:00 pm   Join us for a once-in-a-lifetime, two song performance featuring tattoo artist, TV star, and beauty brand creator, Kat Von D on piano and vocals by Singer/Songwriter/Producer Linda Perry. ·

  Stand in the Spotlight with Caudalie Founders                                           6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Caudalie founders Bertrand and MathildeThomas invite you to “Bare It All” for a Film Noir designed portrait shot styled by Mathilde, featuring personal items from Mathilde’s boudoir and photographed by Bertrand.  

 Explore body art designs with Urban Decay’s Wende Zomnir                                 

  9:00 pm Urban Decay’s cofounder and executive creative director Wende Zomnir will be on hand to show off their exclusive Fashion’s Night Out Starlight Glitter Body Art and new fall makeup collection

·         Curl Consultations by Ouidad’s team of Stylists                                                   

  6:00 pm – 11:00 pm A team of Ouidad experts will offer complimentary hair styling with looks borrowed from the runways, curl consultations, product recommendations and free product samples for hair of all textures.

Sephora Times Square1500 Broadway b/w 43 and 44          

Meet Actress Kate Walsh                                                                                     

6:00 pm – 7:00 pm Take a cue from Actress & Entrepreneur, Kate Walsh and receive the perfect red lip application from a Sephora Makeup Expert. Kate will be on-site to help clients choose the perfect red lip color. Meet Kate’s “Boyfriend” and get ready for a night out on the town.  ·        

Meet Lancôme Video Makeup Artist Michelle Phan                                      

7:00 – 9:00 pm    Celebrate the launch of the Lancôme HYPNÔSE Doll Lashes Mascara with Michelle Phan, Lancôme video makeup artist and YouTube sensation.  ·        

Expert Advice from Park Avenue dermatologist, Dr. Sadick                 

6:00 pm – 8:00 pm   Come in for a personalized skin consultation with one of the top dermatologists in the country, Dr. Neil Sadick. Turn back the hands of time and reveal flawless, gorgeous skin, no appointment necessary. ·        

Get perfect brows by Anastasia herself                                                    

      7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Meet famed eyebrow queen Anastasia Soare and her team of brow and makeup artists who will help you to achieve the perfect brows and eye look as seen on the runway with step by step demonstrations. 

·         Hair Styling by ghd                                                                                               

Starting at 6:00 pm Be styled by the best from ghd’s artistic team and learn how to use your ghd styler to create the fashion forward looks inspired by Katy Perry and the Era’s Collection. 

Sephora Soho555 Broadway b/w Prince and Spring          

Love Your Lashes with Make Up For Ever                                                    

Starting at 6:00 pm MAKE UP FOR EVER encourages you to embrace your love for lashes by creating custom faux lashes at the first-ever “Lash Lounge.”  Lash Tenders will be on-hand to help you choose your favorite lash style and more! For those in need of a little inspiration, MAKE UP FOR EVER is also creating an official Fashion’s Night Out inspired lash that will be available for purchase at all nine locations. Lash purchase required for participation.

·         Meet the Stila Pro Team                                                                                     

Starting at 6:00 pm Sit down with the Stila Pro Team at the Beauty Studio and get a makeover and personal consultation while Stila’s professional fashion illustrators sketch your very own iconic Stila Girl.  ·        

Rejuvenate at the Fresh Lip Lounge                                                              

Starting at 6:00 pm Pamper yourself with high performance bath and body products from Fresh at the Fresh Lounge. Sit back, relax and indulge in the menu of services all featuring your favorite Fresh products.  ·         Get your hair styled by Rita Hazan                                                                  8:00 pm –10:00 pmRita Hazan adds a splash of color to kick off Fashion’s Night Out at Sephora Soho! Join other fashionistas as they get to the root of hair coloring and styling from the renowned celebrity colorist, and watch as a professional graffiti artist transforms a canvas using Rita Hazan Root Concealer.

Sephora Union Square45 East 17th Street b/w Union Square West and Park Avenue South 

·         Meet Jewelry Designer Tarina Tarantino                                                      

 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Meet accessories designer Tarina Tarantino and be the first preview the new TARINA TARANTINO Sparklicity Holiday Collection presented exclusively at Sephora!  While there, enter the sparkle factory, pose for photos with Tarina’s Sparkle girls and enter for a chance to win a sparkling assortment TARINA TARANTINO accessories and beauty items.   

·         Get a Laura Mercier Makeover                                                                          

 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm Update your makeup look with the help from the Laura Mercier team with a special appearance by Global Brand Ambassador Matin Maulawizada.  As one of the most sought after fashion and celebrity makeup artists, Matin is on hand to give you a new flawless look and pose for a photo.

·         Discover GLO Science at Sephora                                                                     Starting at 6:00 pm Meet America’s oral-health expert and GLO Science founder Dr Jonathan B. Levine, DMD. Experience the groundbreaking, teeth whitening technology with the first ever at-home whitening system— using Guided Light Optics heat and light innovation—for professional quality results.  Clients who receive a personal smile consultation with Dr. Levine will also get a free extra GLO Brilliant Whitening Mouthpiece when you purchase a GLO Brilliant Personal Teeth Whitening Device so you can share a brilliant smile with a friend, specially for Fashion’s Night Out! ·        

Face-Time with Dr. Murad                                                                                 

Starting at 7:00 pm America’s Dr. answers your personal skincare questions during one-on-one client consultations.

Sephora Flatiron119 Fifth Avenue at East 19th Street  ·        

Meet Simone Legno, creator of tokidoki                                                     

 Starting at 6:00 pm Watch as tokidoki designer and Italian artist Simone Legno brings his collection to life as he creates a giant mural inspired by the upcoming 24-Karat holiday collection. While there, pose for photos with “24 karat gold” male models and enter for a chance to win a tokidoki 24 karat skateboard deck signed by Simone Legno ($60 value).    ·        

Lash-Out with Hourglass                                                                                     

 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm Desire femme fatale lashes? Stop by the lash clinic hosted by beauty expert Carisa Janes and sample the new cult eye product: Film Noir Lash Lacquer.  ·        

Get your skincare questions answered by DDF’s creator, Dr. Sobel     

 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Dr. Sobel answer’s your personal skincare questions during one-on-one client consultations ·        

 Styled by Sultra                                                                                                      

 Starting at 6:00 pm  Sit down for a free styling session with Omar Lopez and his team of hairstylists, and experience Sultra’s new 3/4″ bomb shell curling iron.

Sephora 34th Street130 West 34th Street b/w 7th and Broadway  ·        

 Meet Celebrity Makeup Artist from “The Rachel Zoe Project”                           

7:00 pm – 10:00 pm Learn A-List secrets behind Paparazzi Proof makeup looks from celebrity makeup artist, Joey Maalouf. Treat yourself to TEMPTU’s signature red carpet look and get ready to stop traffic with your Flawless Radiance.  ·        

Express Yourself with NAILS Inc.                                                                                            

 9:00 pm Meet and greet Thea Green, founder of one of UK’s most fashion forward nail brand that just landed at Sephora and get tips and tricks of how to wear the latest nail trends. While learning about this coveted nail collection, Sephora invites you to get polished at the new Sephora Nail Studio Art + Lacquer featuring XpresSpa.  ·        

 Meet Clarisonic creator and treat yourself to a mini facial                  

  7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Find out about Clarisonic’s cutting-edge technology firsthand with a complimentary mini-facial. When you are finished pampering you skin meet creator Dr. Robb Akridge to learn more about this breakthrough skincare system and be introduced to the new Clarisonic Mia Skyline, exclusive to New York City.

Sephora Lexington711 Lexington Avenue b/w East 57 and 58 ·        

Meet Tokyo’s Hello Kitty designer Yuko Yamaguchi                                

7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Meet Tokyo’s Hello Kitty designer Yuko Yamaguchi and Hello Kitty.  Be the first to see the new Hello Kitty Film Noir Holiday collection presented exclusively at Sephora!  Make your FNO Hello Kitty purchase even more memorable and enjoy free engraving on select Hello Kitty items.  ·        

Dr. Gross Answers Your Skincare Questions                                                

7:30 pm – 9:30 pm Dr. Dennis Gross, dermatologist to the stars, rolls out the red carpet and provides one-on-one skin consultations. While there also receive an express facial dubbed “The Park Avenue Peel”!  ·        

 Get Brow Beautiful with Benefit                                                                   

 Starting at 6:00 pm For one-night-only, purchase Benefit Brows A-Go-Go Kit and receive complimentary brow arch services from a professional on-site Benefit Aesthetician (with $50 purchase of the kit). Go-go your way to glam and get top tips from Benefit National Brow Experts.  ·        

Lip Envy with Bite Beauty                                                                                   

Starting at 6:00 pm Discover your perfect antioxidant rich pout with the help from Bite Beauty makeup artists

Sephora Columbus Circle10 Columbus Circle on Broadway b/w 58 and 60  ·        

Get your photo taken with the Buxom Girls                                              

 Starting at 6:00 pm Go for the bold and embrace vivid color with the help from Buxom and Bare Escentuals.  Take your pick from a variety of stunning lip shades of Buxom® Big & Healthy™ Lip Polish and bareMinerals® Pretty Amazing™ Lipcolor and pucker up for the camera!  Just for trying, you’ll receive a sample of Buxom Lash Mascara to go along with your luscious look-at-me lips.  ·        

 Have a portrait drawn with Peter Thomas Roth’s new liner               

 Starting at 8:00 pm Let Peter Thomas Roth show you how to achieve lashes to die for and get your portrait drawn with his new eyeliner. Artists will be on hand. ·        

Achieve glowing skin with St. Tropez tanning experts                        

 Starting at 10:00 pm Learn how to get the perfect faux glow/ a flawless faux glow from St. Tropez team of skin-finishing experts.  They will be providing arm and leg consults.

Stop Counting, Start Eating: Feel Fresh for Fall Part II @FreshDiet

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Last week (post) I introduced you to The Fresh Diet. I have never used a diet program before, and it was cool to try one out.  This one I heard is similar to Nutrisystem.  After one week of trying it out, I can now give you a personal review of the program.

 

About The Fresh Diet

The Fresh Diet hand-delivers three, freshly-prepared, meals and two snacks each day, offering clients delicious, healthy meals that are never frozen, freeze-dried or vacuum-packed. An innovator in the diet delivery service category, The Fresh Diet provides members with an online meal planner and hands-on control over their service plan.  The Fresh Diet chefs can accommodate certain dietary restrictions and personal taste preferences.  Founded in 2005 by Zalmi Duchman and Yosef Schwartz, a Le Cordon Bleu trained chef, The Fresh Diet is now available in Baltimore, Boston, Chicago, Connecticut, Dallas, Fort Worth, Indianapolis, Milwaukee, New Jersey, New York, Northern Virginia, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Southern California, Southern Florida, and Washington D.C.

 

 

I received breakfast, lunch, and dinner for 7 days.  I stopped delivery on the weekends (they allow you to do so) because I felt it didn’t make sense for me to use it on days I’m not working.  The Fresh Diet made it so EASY for me to get up, get ready, and GO! I didn’t have to worry about what I was going to pack for lunch the next day because I already had it.  I also didn’t have to worry about cooking dinner or eating leftovers, since something new is delivered to me every morning.  My deliveries came around 3:30/4 AM every morning. Perfect, since I leave for work around 8 AM.  I can’t imagine how that would work out for someone who worked nights or left earlier than the delivery time. 

 

 

Likes

  • -Convenience – very little meal preparation on my part.  All I had to do was heat the necessary items in the microwave. Certain things I did heat in the oven, which made it taste better.
  • -Calorie counting is done already & meals are *properly portioned to fit your dietary needs.
  • -No cleaning/dishwashing, that is, unless you transferred the food items from the trays into your own dish (I did sometimes), especially, for the microwaved items.
  • -Healthy food choices
  • -Dessert options were great, especially, the cheesecake.
  • -Perfect for individuals/singles who are busy with work and life.
  • -I learned what the proper portion sizes are.

 

Dislikes

  • -The Fresh Diet allows you to select food items you’re  allergic to or just dislike that you would like to leave off of your menu. However, there were items I am allergic to like crab and shrimp that popped up on the menu list for me to choose from. Also, things I do not eat, like pork showed up as well.  They need to develop a system that exclusively excludes the items from showing up on your menu list choices once you’ve selected you do not like them.
  • -Food did not always look fresh or clean.  I had lettuce that was wilted, carrots that were soft.  I had fish that had scales on it, as though it wasn’t cleaned at all. That was a turn-off.
  • -I felt hungry after all of the meals for the day were done.  I breast feed so, I need to eat an extra 300-500 calories per day as if I were pregnant, to make sure my milk supply doesn’t drop.  The food I was given, even though I chose the highest calorie range, was not enough. I ended up eating more to satisfy my hunger.
  • -Customer service is not too great.  I contacted customer service about my issues with the food etc, no one got back to me.  After receiving an email trying to get me to renew from Brenda, a Fresh Diet representative, I told her my issues again, and she said she would call me back. Again, nothing.
  • -Some of the muffins, and the oatmeal tasted like it has some sort of sugar substitute.  I don’t like any of those fake sugar items such as Splenda, Equal, Stuvia etc.  Once I tasted it, I didn’t eat it.
  • -Cost.  If you are unemployed, or on a low-income budget, this isn’t for you.  It’s not the greatest economical choice for people who have large families.
  • -Food was very bland. It lacked flavor; no seasoning.

 

 

Would I recommend?

I would have to say no.  It was convenient, but, I can’t deal with the inconsistency with the food.  If you claim your food is fresh, then that’s what it should be. Also, I couldn’t get over the lack of flavor in the food, especially since the company claims the meals are created by gourmet chefs. It didn’t taste like it.

 

 

Special Offer!

Buy One Week, Get Your Next Week 50% off.  

Promo Code: “single”

 

 

‘Like’ The Fresh Diet on Facebook AND Follow them on Twitter @Freshdiet

 

 

 

Disclaimer:  The Fresh Diet has granted me a 1 week FREE trial of the program to test out.  This is a sponsored post that I will be compensated for.

Stop Counting, Start Eating: Feel Fresh for Fall

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The Fresh Diet means easy, convenient and  healthy meals that allows you the freedom to enjoy life, and live easier and healthier.  Spend more time with your family, and friends.  Enjoy what you love doing most without thinking about what you’re going to eat later.  No more excuses for not having time to exercise since your meal preparation time is shortened.  Best of all, you can bring your meals for the day with you! Talk about convenient!  Best of all, every meal is made fresh daily and delivered to your doorstep.  This is key to delivering you healthy, tasty meals.  Also, if you have any food allergies, illnesses or just do not eat certain foods, The Fresh Diet can accomodate your needs – they can accommodate diabetics, kosher, vegetarian, gluten free, pregnant and nursing.

 

About The Fresh Diet

The Fresh Diet hand-delivers three, freshly-prepared, meals and two snacks each day, offering clients delicious, healthy meals that are never frozen, freeze-dried or vacuum-packed. An innovator in the diet delivery service category, The Fresh Diet provides members with an online meal planner and hands-on control over their service plan. The Fresh Diet chefs can accommodate certain dietary restrictions and personal taste preferences. Founded in 2005 by Zalmi Duchman and Yosef Schwartz, a Le Cordon Bleu trained chef, The Fresh Diet is now available in Baltimore, Boston, Chicago, Connecticut, Dallas, Fort Worth, Indianapolis, Milwaukee, New Jersey, New York, Northern Virginia, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Southern California, Southern Florida, and Washington D.C.

 

 

Benefits of The Fresh Diet for Single Women (or anyone with a busy schedule)

Less time cooking  = More time to go out and have fun with your friends

Less time counting calories = More time eating and enjoying healthy meals

No more boring leftovers = More tasty, fun meals with variety & flavor with over 400 meal options, you will never get bored with what you’re eating.

No more unhealthy takeout to save time

 

The Fresh diet has granted me a 1-week, FREE trial offer to test out this program.  I will be posting a review for it when the week is completed.

 

Special Offer!

Buy One Week, Get Your Next Week 50% off.  

Promo Code: “single”

 

 

‘Like’ The Fresh Diet on Facebook AND Follow them on Twitter @Freshdiet

 

 

Disclaimer:  The Fresh Diet has granted me a 1 week FREE trial of the program to test out.  This is a sponsored post that I will be compensated for.