Thursday, August 25, 2016

I Promise To Tell The Truth, The Whole Truth...

When you get an email saying you are being sent an Infuenster box, it's like Christmas!  You start dreaming of what might be in that box, wondering if it's something you'll fall in love with, or if it's something you'll stick in the back of your junk drawer and forget it's there.  I was super excited that my blog buddy, Amanda, received the same box from Revive VoxBox Influenster that I did, and we decided to review our products together.  


If you're not familiar with Influenster, they send out complimentary products, for testing and reviewing purposes.  Yes, I received free products, but I promise to you, my friends, that I will give you my honest opinion.  In fact, I think you'll see Amanda and I don't always have the same opinions on these products.  

So, let's get started....


 First up, this shampoo and conditioner combo from SheaMoisturize Fruit Fusion Coconut Water Weightless Shampoo & Creme Rinse (goodness, that's a long name).  I mentioned this shampoo & conditioner in my Friday Favorites, but it is worth mentioning again!   It is advertised as weightless, and I think that is the perfect word to describe it.  Between the sun and chlorine, my hair has taken a beating this summer.  This shampoo/conditioner duo left my hair feeling clean and soft, without that over conditioned feel.  My hair tends to be a little frizzy and I have to straighten it everyday.  I noticed when I used SheaMoisture I actually used my straightner a little less, because my hair was so smooth.  In fact, I didn't realize how much I liked this combo until I had used up my sample and went back to my other shampoo.  SheaMoisture claims to have a humidity blocker, which this Texas girl needs, majorly!   

I would definitely consider buying this again!  In fact, I plan on buying it after I run out of my Bedhead stuff I'm using now.  And, at the affordable price of $10.99 for 13 ounces, it doesn't break the bank.  Plus, it is widely available at stores like Target, WalMart, CVS and other major drug stores.  

Up next, SnackWell's Biscuit Thins.  These come in three flavors, French Vanilla Latte, Caramel Macchiato, and Dark Chocolate Mocha.  I received Dark Chocolate Mocha.  If you know me personally, or have been reading my blog for a while you know a few things about me...#1) I watch my carbs, #2) I don't eat sugar, but I took one for the team and split this little package with my husband as a late night snack.  


 If you don't really care too much about carbs, and you watch your fat, you'll be interested to know that there are just 8 grams of fat in four cookies.  But, if you watch your carbs and sugar like me, you won't be too thrilled that these little babies contain 26 grams of carbs (3 grams of dietary fiber) and 8 grams of sugar.  It is also worth mentioning that they have 6 grams of fiber, are made with whole grains, and are free from high fructose corn syrup and hydrogenated oil.  

Hmmm...would I buy it again?  To be honest, I actually liked the taste.  They are light and not too sweet with little bits of coffee baked into it.  Judging by taste, I would absolutely buy it again, BUT in a perfect world I would be thrilled it these babies were significantly lower in the carb department. 

I absolutely enjoyed reviewing these two products.  Please, please go over and see what Amanda has to say about the same products.  You might just be surprised...

Also, check back next Thursday to see what else was in that cute, yellow box!  Sneak peak below!


Have a great day!

Emily



21 comments:

  1. It's so fun to receive stuff like this in the mail! And it was fun to read both of your reviews =)
    Have a great day Emily!

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    1. Thanks, Johannah! I love getting fun mail...that never happens anymore!

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  2. That shampoo/conditioner sounds great! I definitely could use a humidity blocker.

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    1. Yes, definitely check it out. It's great. I forgot to mention the smell, but Amanda did. It does have a great smell, too!

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  3. Like I told Amanda, I think I'll stick with Snackwell's Devil Food Cookies!

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    1. I remember eating so many of those Devil Food cookies in the 90's, I think I swore off of them. I guess they're not actually healthy if you eat the whole package, right? Oops, my bad! :)

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  4. I'll definitely look for that shampoo and conditioner!! Great review!!

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  5. Very cool that you got to review the items together. That shampoo/conditioner sounds great!

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    1. Thanks, Dara! Amanda and I thought it would help give a balanced view of the product.

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  6. After reading your review and Amanda's review I think I need to try that shampoo and conditioner. I have the same problems with my hair and I am always looking for a good product that will help.

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    1. Definitely, give it a try. I am missing it. I think I may get some my next trip to WalMart. Let me know what you think, if you buy it.

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  7. If I signed up to get samples, they would probably send me Depends! Great reviews. Have a wonderful weekend, dear Emily!

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  8. What a wonderful surprise box! Love your honest reviews. Sounds like the shampoo is a winner!

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    1. I loved the shampoo. I am sometimes leery of buying drugstore brand shampoo, but I was surprised with the quality. I will definitely purchase more in the future!

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  9. Influenster boxes are so much fun! I bet that shampoo would work great for my Emily.

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    1. I would be interested in seeing how it does on naturally curly hair. You'll have to let me know if you try it.

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  10. Woo hoo review partner! I loved your reading your reviews (even though I may have kinda known what you thought hehe)! You stock up on those Snackwells honey I'll share them with my horses! Now I'm off to read the posts I have missed this week. It has been crazy busy here, please forgive me!!! xoxoxox

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    1. You're too funny! What did the horses think of them? Are they Team Emily or Team Amanda on the cookies?

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  11. Those little thins look yummy! Also, I just had a terrible experience with Voxbox. I got the Formula X (nail polish) Voxbox in the mail yesterday, opened it on my table, and there was nail polish remover in it that was spilled out! It RUINED our kitchen table. The biggest spot where the varnish is removed is between the size of a nickel and a quarter. I sent them an email with pictures late last night. Soooo unhappy with it.

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