Pacifier Case Review

With a baby in the house, there is always a pacifier getting lost somewhere.  This is especially frustrating on the go, when I know there is one somewhere in the diaper bag or when I need a clean place to put it.  Thank goodness for products like these pacifier cases!

Purify You sells a set of three that comes in a handy little mesh bag.

 They come in pink, purple and blue, and are much larger than I expected when I first ordered them.  The cases are made of plastic that is strong enough to withstand a good deal of force (such as my 6 year old stepping on one "for fun") without cracking or buckling.

 Each case has an opened hook end for easy attachment inside of or to a diaper bag, belt loop, purse or anywhere else desired.  The hook has some flex to it, so it can bend and stretch a bit if needed to fit around something.

 They hinge open for complete accessibility, and the hinge is strong and durable.

 The bottom of each case has four small holes to allow for air circulation, which is really nice if the pacifier happens to be recently used or washed.  This prevents moisture and yucky stuff from staying in the case or growing, keeping the pacifier more sanitary as well.

 I was able to fit a pacifier with it's strap attached all inside the case with no trouble at all, and even had room enough that it wiggled around and could easily have held a bigger or different styled strap or pacifier.

These cases are very handy and have saved me the headache of digging around for it as well as keeping the germs off of it when not in use.  I fully intend to buy more for friends who are having babies.

You can find them here

* I received this product at a discount in exchange for my honest and un-biased review

OZ Naturals Sweet Almond & Macadamia Nut Body Butter Review

Winter means dry skin for me, and a good lotion is a must.  I am a bit picky about my lotions because I am not a big fan of scented lotions as they cause headaches for me.  I am also becoming more cautious about chemical filled lotions and am interested in more natural options.  When I got the opportunity to try a body butter from Oz Naturals, I took it.

 This 8oz tube comes nicely packaged and with an inner foil seal to prevent product loss.

 The lotion itself is a creamy formulation, not a thick butter as I expected.

It goes on smoothly and absorbs quickly.  It is a clean feeling lotion, not oily or greasy.  It moisturizes well and lasts as long as other lotions I have used in the past.  What I love is that it has so much less in it!  The natural ingredients (Jojoba, Avocado, Shea Butter, Sweet Almond Oil and Macadamia Nut Oil) make me feel better about putting it on my skin.  It is essentially fragrance free, there is very minimal scent detectable, which I also love.

I have used this lotion on my arms and legs, hands and feet.  I have not yet tried it on my face, but Oz Naturals claims it can also be used for that purpose.  While I would not put this in the category of "body butter" per say due to it's consistency, I am very pleased overall with how well this lotion works and how it feels.

You can find it here

*I received this product at a discount in exchange for my honest and un-biased review.

Clove Oil Review

I have just added a new oil to my collection - Clove Oil.  This oil is great for oral and cardiovascular health.  It has antioxidant properties and helps to support a healthy immune system.  It also totes emotional benefits of empowerment and encouragement.

This oil, from First Botany, comes well packaged and protected. A larger box contains a smaller box, labeled with the product and the expiration date.

 This box then contains the bubble wrapped bottle and rubber topped glass dropper.

 The large 4 ounce bottle in amber glass has a plastic sealed lid.

The oil inside is 100% pure therapeutic grade Clove Oil.  It is a clear liquid with a warm, clove scent that is very pleasant but potent.  A little goes a long way.  This particular oil is made from the Clove Leaf.  A little research has taught me that it can also be obtained from the Clove Bud.  Because I have not ever used Clove Oil before, I cannot compare this product to others or determine if it is stronger or weaker. I can only speak to this particular oil.

I have diffused this oil and enjoyed the warm, invigorating mist that fills the room.  I looked forward to the oral health uses, but the bottle says it is for external use only, which has deterred me from trying it for such purposes.  It seems like, since this oil is supposed to be so great for oral care, that it would be labeled as safe for internal use.  So, I am going to refrain from using this bottle for anything other than diluted such as a diffuser or in cleaning products, perhaps in a roller ball for skin,  

You can find this oil here.

* I received this product for free in exchange for my honest and un-biased review.

Pancake Pen Review

 We have breakfast for dinner regularly in addition to the morning meal.  Many times a month this means pancakes, which my kids love.  Lately they have been asking for some more creative shapes and designs, which I have attempted with a spoon with poor success.  So, adding a pancake pen to my kitchen gadgets seemed like a good idea, and it was!

 This Pancake Pen is big!  It holds over 2 cups of batter which equates to a lot of pancakes (depending on size).  The pen comes apart in four pieces - the main body, bottom, top and a lid.  They easily unscrew for filling or washing.

 The lid has a rubber tipped opening that is heat resistant so it does not melt if it accidentally brushes the pan.

 The bottle itself is a softer, flexible plastic that is easy to squeeze.

Filling the bottle is as easy as removing either the top or bottom (I chose to remove the top so there was not an opening for the batter to leak out), pouring in your batter (it was near Valentines Day, so we got pink this time) and replacing the top/bottom.  That's it - then you are ready to go!

 Making pancakes is now so much easier and less messy.  The first few I had a couple of extra drips until I learned how to use the pen.  Simply tip and let the batter flow out, making shapes if you choose.

 We had a request for hearts, so I did my best!

This pen is also great for making muffins or cupcakes.  The opening of the lid is big enough to accommodate any chunks in muffin batter.  It makes pouring the batter into the muffin tin so much neater, eliminating drips, spills and wasted batter.

The cap makes it convenient to store batter between uses if you should desire to make up a full tube of batter but only use a little per day.  Now, a few day's worth of pancakes are pre-mixed and ready to make without the extra dishes or time.  Washing the pen is easy too.  After removing all the pieces, just drop it in the sink with other dishes and it comes right clean.

I love this thing!  I feel a little sad I didn't get one sooner.  So worth the price (which is quite minimal) for the time saved and fun enhanced.

You can get one for yourself here

* I received this product for free in exchange for my honest and un-biased review.

RFID Blocking Wallet for Men - Review

On my list of gift ideas for my husband was a new wallet.  I got the opportunity to purchase a new RFID blocking wallet for him and believe I found a pretty great one sold by ID-Locker

I was so impressed when I opened up the enveloped I received in the mail.  Within the envelope was a box.  In the box was a soft, lined pouch.

Inside that pouch, the wallet was wrapped in a plastic bag with cardboard along each side.

Under that layer, was a thin paper wrapper and inside was more cardboard pieces to protect the leather from sticking to itself.

Finally, I got tot he wallet!  I was impressed already, and I had not even opened it up.  Clearly this company places high importance on quality products and getting those products to the consumer in a fantastic condition.

The wallet itself is a bi fold, slim design black leather.

It's full length pocket is great for cash, just the right size.

There are 8 different card slots within the wallet as well as a flip-up ID pocket for convenience.

Behind the card slots, there are two more pockets for holding other cards or items you wish to carry along as well.

The wallet is made very well, a high quality leather with strong stitching that makes it very durable.  It is soft enough to easily flex in a pocket but plenty strong.  While I cannot speak to the RFID blocking abilities as I am an honest person who does not have such devices, I can say as a a wallet it is top notch.  Knowing it has the safety feature built in sure does not hurt my confidence in the product any, however!

You can find this wallet here

* I received this product for free in exchange for my honest and un-biased review.

Oz Naturals Ocean Mineral Facial Cleanser Review

Ever in search of safe, natural skin care products, I came across the Oz Naturals line, and have fallen in love.  The facial cleanser with Ocean Minerals is a great product!

In a large 4oz squeeze bottle, there is plenty to last quite a long time as it only takes a small amount to get a really good clean.

This product is designed to deep clean, addressing dirt, oil and other grime, cleaning pores without stripping your face or drying it out.  It is very effective and leaves your skin feeling soft and fresh and looking smooth and clean.  Rosehip Oil and Vitamin E leave your skin with a "youthful glow" and help to maintain moisture and health.

This product is clear and has a nice smooth consistency that is nearer to runny than a gel, but not runny enough to be a problem  It squeezes out neatly and cleans so well.

As a part of my daily skincare routine for a couple of weeks now, I cannot be happier with the results I am seeing and feeling.  I need moisturizer much less than I used to because this stuff helps address that due to the natural ingredients within.  To further my skincare, I have added a few other Oz Naturals products to my arsenal and feel so good knowing I am not putting chemicals into my skin or home with this product.

* I received this product for free in exchange for an honest review.

Eucalyptus Oil Review

I have just recently expanded my essential oil collection, adding in Eucalyptus oil.

 The bottle I purchased, sold by Up Nature, comes in a large 4oz bottle. I was pleased with the scent right away, this stuff is the real deal and takes very few drops to get the desired effect.

It is a 100% pure therapeutic oil, it is steam distilled and comes out of the bottle clear.  Packaged in an a 4oz amber glass bottle with a class stemmed, rubber tipped dropper, there is plenty in this bottle to last a long time. Unfortunately, my dropper was shattered when I received it, which was odd since it was bubble wrapped and shipped with the oil in a small cardboard box for extra protection.  However, the excellent customer service of Up Nature will be sending a replacement free of charge, no questions asked.

 There are many uses for Eucalyptus Oil.  To name a few:
- Mood Enhancing
- Refreshing
- Energizing
- Cooling
- Germicidal, kills household germs
- Antiseptic
- Antifungal - Great for the common cold, coughs, sinus issues, clearing mucus
- Helpful for migraines and fevers
- Natural deodorizer

 This oil comes with a 100% satisfaction guarantee with a full refund attached for 365 days should the product be in any way unsatisfactory, so you can't really go wrong with this oil or this seller!

You can find this quality oil here

I received this product for free in exchange for my honest and un-biased review.