Summer Essentials 2017

Are you enjoying your Summer?  How has it been treating you?  Pool, beach, lake, what has been your fun in the sun poison?

Disclosure-Products provided by sponsors for review.  All opinions stated are my own based on my personal experience.

Here are some Summer essentials whether you are traveling or staycationing:

1)  Amope-Let your feet breath this summer.  Before you dip your toes into a body of water, have you check your status of your feet?  Let Amope help you get your toes ready for any exposed activity.

2)  Skinerals-If your feet have not seen daylight, I can just imagine the rest of your ghostly self.  No problem, get your glow on with Skinerals self tanner.  It’s made with many organic and natural ingredients for bronze healthy skin, without without exposing it to harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays.

3)  Neutrogena Hydro Boost-Having so much fun in the sun, are you a little dehydrated?  The Hydro Boost Skin Care Line replenishes water and helps improve your skin’s moisture barrier, resulting in smooth, hydrated skin.  The entire line includes a Hydro Boost cleanser, moisturizers and cosmetics together in a regimen for ultra-hydration.

4)  Mouthwatchers-I know you will be taking lots of selfies.  Say cheese!  Oh wait, did you forget your toothbrush?  Flash a healthy, glowing smile with help from Mouthwatchers®, the revolutionary Antimicrobial Toothbrush! With dual action Flossing Bristles™.

Enjoy your Summer!

Giveaway-Neutrogena #StrongFoundation

Do you have a strong foundation? 

Thanks to Neutrogena for sending me the Neutrogena #strongfoundation gift-set for review.  All opinions stated are my own based on my personal experience.

Foundation is the base to anything.  If you do not have a strong foundation, you are starting wrong. 

The Neutrogena® #strongfoundation gift-set features the Healthy Skin Liquid Makeup foundation in four different shades as well as exclusive tips from our celebrity MUAs Elizabeth Ulloa and Erick Cuesta on how to properly apply foundation in three easy steps.  Prep-Apply-Set 

I found my perfect shade by using  the Shade Finder tool and then I put it to the test to see if it actually was.

What do you think?  all-around coverage

It is very lightweight.

The Healthy Skin Liquid Makeup is a silky formula.

Now available in 14 beautifully matched shades designed to work across all ethnicities & skin tones. In fact, in a consumer test 100% of women found their perfect match.

• Flawless coverage, lightweight, silky formula
• Exclusive blend of antioxidants and Broad Spectrum SPF 20
• Maintains skin's young and healthy look
• Available in 14 shades

Would you like to put it to the test.  Enter below to win your own gift-set.

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The winner will be randomly selected based on qualifying entries.  US only.  Good Luck.

Happy 45th Birthday Neutrogena Rainbath

***Disclosure-Sample product was received for review.  All opinions stated are my own based on my personal experience.

The fall brings fresh breezes, the smell of pumpkin everything and something you might not have known - it's NEUTROGENA Rainbath's 45th Birthday this year!

After a long day I just wanted to relax and unwind.  I dropped some Neutrogena Rainbath in my bath.  I killed to birds with one stone and used it to shave my legs.  My legs were left so smooth.  

You can use it:

-in the shower

-in the bath

-for shaving legs

It has:

-antioxidant-rich ingredients
-unique fragrance of spices, fruits and herbs

-refreshing-warm scent 

With each lather it cleanses, softens and conditions skin without any heavy residue.  It provides a clean, fresh burst that awakens your senses and refreshes your entire body.  The special formula leaves skin in better condition.

***CLOSED***Giveaway-Men's Skincare 101 #YouGottaRespect

***Disclosure-No compensation was received.

What does the man in your life do for skincare?  Yes, men need to care about their skin just like we do.  But they are not as delicate as women are.  So our products may not work as well on their skin as they do on ours.

Did you know that men's skin is thicker, has larger pores, generates more sweat and is 4X's oilier than women's skin?

Just because your man is using the same soap you are, doesn't mean that product is targeting his biological differences... As his wife, significant other or friend - help him be at the top of his grooming game with some quick and easy skincare tips that are sure to address his unique needs!

Men's Skincare 101

1. Wash: Use a cleanser like the Neutrogena Men® Invigorating Face Wash, which cleans deep down into pores, removes excess surface oil and dirt without over drying the skin.  Then, rinse your face with cool water to close pores.
2. Shave:  Daily shaving can leave the skin feeling raw and sensitive.  Prepare the skin by using a thick, rich lather of shaving cream that won't irritate your skin like the Neutrogena Men® Sensitive Skin Shave Cream.  This shave cream calms, soothes and protects sensitive skin from regular shaving irritation.  Its Pro-Soothe™ technology also protects against razor bumps and ingrown hairs.
3. Moisturize & Protect:  Finish off by gently patting your skin dry and apply a moisturizer with SPF like Neutrogena Men® Triple Protect Face Lotion with SPF 20.  This moisturizer soothes razor irritation, heals dry skin and helps fight the signs of aging.
4. Bonus Tip:  For those who are looking to reduce the look of lines, wrinkles and sun damage, while hydrating the skin, use a product formulated with retinol like theNeutrogena Men® Age Fighter Face Moisturizer with SPF 15.

Wanna to win the man in your life this skincare kit just for HIM?

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Skincare Sunday-Introducing Neutrogena Brand Ambassador Eiza Gonzalez

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Introducing Eiza Gonzalez.  She is a leading bi-cultural and bilingual Latina of Mexican descent.  She sings and acts, double threat.  She is the newest face for the Neutrogena brand. 

"I'm super excited to be a part of the NEUTROGENA® family, especially since I've been using it ever since I was a teenager," said Eiza.  "I'm humbled to represent a brand that values the Latina culture and encourages women to embrace a natural, beautiful and healthy appearance," she added. 

It is always important that we see people we can relate to.  I like that Neutrogena is diverse when selecting celebrity ambassadors including Kerry Washington, Kristen Bell and Sandra Echeverría.

 

"From the moment we laid eyes on her we knew she would be a great representative of the brand and what Neutrogena truly embodies. She is the prime example of a strong Latina that has worked very hard to be where she is today. As an influential Latina role model, Eiza serves as an extension of the brand and a key vehicle in our communications surrounding skin health and beauty," said Michelle Freyre, General Manager of NEUTROGENA®.

NEUTROGENA® a worldwide leader in clinically proven, dermatologist-recommended skincare and cosmetics.

***CLOSED***Giveaway-Men's Skincare Tips

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Skincare is for men too.  It is important for the men in our lives to take care of their skin too.  We are all rushing and with the crazy schedules for holidays, skincare can be forgotten.  We need to remind our loved men how to care for their skin.  Or like in my case, teach our young men or babies, how to start a good routine.

Here are some quick and easy tips from Neutrogena® to keep the men in your life looking their best during the holiday season.

WASH - CLEAN LIKE A MAN

·  Neutrrogena® Men Invigorating Face Wash

o    The cooling lather is formulated to clean deep down to the dirtiest pores and leaves a man's face feeling refreshed.

o    A nickel sized dab is all you need for a complete clean.

SHAVE - DON'T SABOTAGE YOUR SHAVE

·  Neutrogena® Men Sensitive Skin Shave Cream

o Specially formulated to help calm, soothe and protect skin from shaving irritation.

o  Contains Pro-Sooth™ technology which provides protection against razor bumps and ingrown hairs.

MOISTURIZE - DON'T LEAVE YOUR FACE HIGH AND DRY

·  Neutrogena® Men Triple Protect Face Lotion

Soothes razor irritation, helps heal dry skin, and helps reduce the signs of aging in one simple step.

Independentmami wants all our men to have great skin.  So I am giving away a Neutrogena prize pack with these products.  Enter below.

How to enter:

1)  Must be a blog follower, comment with your name.  (1 entry)
2)  Leave a comment on who you want to win this for?  (1 entry)
3)  Share.  (1 entry/per share, must link/tag #independentmami and leave a comment with share link)
4)  Tweet.  (1 entry/per tweet/unlimited, remember to tag @independentmami and link, come back and leave a comment with share link)

Good Luck.  This giveaway ends 1/5/15 at midnight.  1 winner will be randomly selected.  The winner will have 24 hours to claim their prize.  US only.

Skincare Sunday-NEW Neutrogena® Naturals Purifying Cream Cleanser Challenge

***Disclosure-Sample product was received.  All opinions stated are my own based on my personal experience.

Challenge accepted?  

I have accepted Neutrogena’s challenge to set aside my current cleanser and give the NEW Neutrogena® Naturals Purifying Cream Cleanser a try.   Did you know that transitioning from summer to fall can cause damage on your skin?

Neutrogena® Naturals are ecologically friendly skincare products that harness the power of naturally occurring bionutrients to deliver safe and effective results.  No harsh chemical sulfates, parabens, petrolatum, dyes or phthalates.  NEUTROGENA® has created pure, high-quality natural ingredients for balanced beauty from the skin care experts you trust.

·         % Naturally Derived: NEUTROGENA® leveraged natural plant derived ingredients where possible and the average of the line is 94% natural.

·         This product was not tested on animals: NEUTROGENA® has a public commitment not to conduct animal testing on cosmetics products and ingredients, unless required by law or government authorities.

·         Post-Consumer Recycled Plastic: NEUTROGENA® is using up to 50% post-consumer recycled content in its bottles.

·         100% Recycled Paper: NEUTROGENA® folding cartons are made from 100% recycled paper with 60% post-consumer recycled content and they are Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified. Our recycled paperboard cartons use 75% less water in the processing than virgin paperboard does. You may notice imperfections in the packaging material itself as a result of using post-consumer materials. NEUTROGENA® didn’t think you’d mind. It’s just a reminder that beauty is more than skin deep!

·         Supports Clean Water: NEUTROGENA® partnered with The Nature Conservancy, a global organization dedicated to protecting naturals sources of clean water for people, plants and animals.

·         Renewable Energy: The NEUTROGENA® Naturals website is brought to you by a Green Server, a self-sustainable, sun-fueled and wind-powered server that only uses renewable energy to keep our website running “off the grid.”

Goodbye Summer and Hello Fall....my skin is liking the Neutrogena Naturals.  Are you up to the challenge?

After Halloween Makeup Removal #NeutrogenaRostroLimpio

Thanks Neutrogena® for sending the perfect gift-Makeup Remover Cleansing Towelettes

Neutrogena® Makeup Remover Cleansing Towelettes will help to wipe away even the toughest of Halloween makeup! With just one towelette you can dissolve all traces of makeup!

Last weekend, we all got Day of the Dead paint on our faces.  My husband was worried about it not coming off, but I was not.  Went we got home we used the makeup removing cleansing towelettes sent to me by Neutrogena.

So mamis and papis - don't worry about the makeup or the paint on the kiddos.  Have fun and safe trick or treating!

Neutrogena® Makeup Remover Cleansing Towelettes:

• Ultra soft cloths gently and quickly dissolve all traces of make-up, leaving skin thoroughly clean, without heavy residue. 
• Removes up to 99.3% of all traces of dirt, oil and makeup. 
• Removes make-up with just one easy step. 
• Gentle enough to use around the delicate eye area. 
• Safe for contact lens wearers. 

Makeup Monday-Cleansing on the Go

***Disclosure-Sample product was received for review purposes.  All opinions stated are based on my own personal experience.  All other information is for informational purposes.

If you have been worried that your skin is not flawless, I hope last week's beauty tutorial brought to you by Neutrogena help out?  Thanks to Neutrogena Celebrity Makeup Artist, Elizabeth Ulloa for sharing her tips on how to achieve a quick, easy and fabulous look this back to school season.

In need of a mid-day refresher?  

There is no excuse to not look fabulous on everyday... I hope these quick and easy tips will help you feel refreshed, confident and ready to face your days!