Top 10 uses of Argan Oil and How to spot a fake

Argan oil is sometimes called liquid gold and is an ancient beauty product that has been used by moroccan women for over 700 years. Those process to extract argan oil from the small seeds is very time consuming, but worth the wait. Argan oil like many other great products has many counterfeits.

How to spot a fake.

Read the ingredients. The packaging should read 100% argan oil or 100% argania spinosa kernel oil, many companies especially from China add only 1% of the oil and claim argan oil as the main ingredient.

Another way to spot a fake is the bottle, pure argan oil is always placed in a dark glass bottle to preserve the oil and its benefits, be wary of anything claiming to be argan oil in another type of container. Light breaks down argan oils healing and restorative properties.

Argan oil is so difficult and time consuming to extract the price for a pure bottle should cost around $25 and up. There is no such thing as cheap argan oil.

Pure argan oil has a mild nutty scent, anything with a strong scent or no scent at all have been heated during production process.

100% pure argan oil should be smooth and silky absorbing into your hair and skin in minutes.

Argan oil can be used by anyone regardless of skin type.

Top 10 uses of Argan Oil

1. Face Moisturizer. I apply at night and wake with a soft and healed face and any breakouts are healing with visible results.

2. Hydrating Toner. Add a few drops of argan oil to your favorite facial toner to hydrate and tone simultaneously.

3. Rejuvenating & Brightening Face Mask.  Add a few drops of argan oil to your store-bought mask or make your own.

4. Exfoliating Lip Scrub and Moisturizer – To smooth and moisturize your lips I apply a small amount to my lips twice a day.

5. Leave-on Conditioner I apply this to damp hair two drops and style as usual.

6. Hair Styling Shine.When your hair is dry, I only use 1 drop for the method.

7. Overnight Hair Treatment. Massage this to scalp and hair with a shower cap overnight and wash in the morning.

8. Cuticle and Heel Softener. I use argan oil in my dry areas and I love it.

9. Body and Bath Oil.  I am a after oil after shower girl and I love it, I think argan oil is taking over my virgin olive oil obsession.

10. Brush conditioner. I add just one drop of argan oil to my brush cleanser and my brushes have never been softer.

I received this bottle of argan oil from Lavina skin care as a free gift with their Lavina skin care hydrating facial serum.
The review for the serum http://www.themakeupsquid.com/2014/03/lavina-skincare-hydrating-facial-serum.html
Lavina Skin Care http://lavinaskincare.com/

Have you tried 100% Pure Argan Oil? How do you use it?

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Garnier The Package

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I just recieved a package from Garnier as a Klout perk full of goodies to try and review. I was expecting a package, but nothing like this! It was full of items that just hit the market this february and I am super excited to try them.
I wanted to do a quick post to just share what I received, the reviews will posted at later dates. so here it is!

Garnier The Package.

I cant wait to try these out, but I don't know where to start? What do you think I should try first?

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MOTD and Other Stuff

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I can't believe the first week of April is coming to a close already. I hope our summer doesn't zip by us this quickly. I wanted to share my motd (makeup of the day) with you all, I tried a new MAC quad  I received that belonged to my cousin and it didn't work for her, so I gave it a new home and have been loving it. I am not going to lie its pretty beat up, but not from use, just from being thrown in a makeup bag that hasn't been cleaned, I think ever! She loves makeup don't get me wrong, but I don't think she has ever had a vanity or something like it. Anyhoo, on to this motd.

MOTD

I wanted a natural finish with a touch of drama and the drama is always in my eyes.

I primed my eye with UD Primer Potion.
I applied Mac Luna colour base in frost to my eyes.

I went in with Brash (VP) from Mac all over the lid.
Nanogold (L) went in the outer corner.
Spiced Chocolate (M) in the crease.

I smudged some UD 24/7 in zero on the lash line.
Applied Sonia Kashuk Gel liner in Ebony to add depth on the lash line.

I blended Spiced Chocolate and ebony to the lower lash line.
I finished with a coat of Clump Crusher my favorite mascara.

Image courtesy of polyvore.

This is a limited edition Palette and is no longer on the MAC website .

For my face I did my usual.

Primer: CoverGirl & Olay simply ageless serum primer.
Base: L'oreal Magic Skin Beautifier BB cream.
Foundation: Makeup For Ever Matte Velvet +.
Highlight: CoverGirl & Olay simply ageless eye corrector.
Concealer: Maybelline Fit Me.
Setting powder: Sue Devitt triple C-weed pressed powder.
Contour: Smashbox MC2 Palette suntan bronzer.
Blush: Smashbox MC2 Palette Apricot.
Highlighter: Smashbox MC2 Palette Shimmer.
Lips: Revlon Colorstay lipstick in Front Row
Lip liner: MAC Nightmoth.

I love this look and my new, but recently loved palette.

Other Stuff!

Okay! So Later on tonight I am going to find out who won my 250 subscriber giveaway on YouTube. I am so excited I can hardly wait to announce the winner! I also won a Giveaway from Hope at Beauty&Bliss, I can't wait!! I have some interesting products being sent to me by various companies and everything sounds fabulous to try, so far everything that I have been sent has been amazing and I appreciate the companies for giving the Squid a chance :) YouTube is being evil tonight! It took 145 minuets to upload a 8 minute video! Which will be a brow routine featuring the brows I am wearing in the photo so check it out.

Chat ya later!

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Revlon Colorstay Ultimate suede

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As we all know spring brings everything to life and makes way for summer, with that comes heat and humidity. Don't get me wrong I love summer, but I could do without the sticky. That being said when summer comes around I do choose lighter and brighter shades to wear especially on my lips, but to be honest I hate the feeling of something on my lips. I mean it's summer time for sipping cold iced tea and ice cream cones and I personally don't want anything on my lips or anything I have to touch up often.

Revlon ColorStay Ultimate Suede

Runway

Silhouette

FrontRow

All of the lipsticks have great staying power and feel very creamy when applied. They can dry out a bit, but don't lose the pigmentation. They are buildable if you don't like a sheer wash of color. They do have a bit of shimmer to them, but nothing overboard.

I like these lipsticks for summer time and the colors are truly spring inspired.

Have you tried these lipsticks?

Products were purchased myself, all thoughts and opinions are my own.

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Bloggers and Sponsored posts

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So this morning I was doing my usual routine drinking my coffee and checking out my social medias. I came across a video from  friend of mine doing a review on a new product and as the video was playing I was skimming through the comments listening to the review when I saw a comment posted on the video stating that this person didn't  trust sponsored reviews.

Well, thats what I want to talk to you about today.

Bloggers and Sponsored posts

First of all when you start out as a blogger everything comes out of your pocket.
Hosting, domain, lighting, camera, even the products you review are being paid for by the blogger.
The time spent writing, reviewing editing is not compensated either. So you are basically doing all this for free. But something Valuable is being established, the bloggers reputation for giving honest and fair reviews.

After a while of doing free reviews on products you pretty much purchased yourself, Companies find you through your blog or other social medias and contact you to review their products, your compensation is getting a free product and building a reputation with the brand to try other future releases of products.

This could go on for months, yes you will build a reputation, but there will still be nothing in it for you besides your blog ads, which when starting out don't amount to anything great.

What is a Sponsored Post.

A Sponsored post is a post written by a blogger who is reviewing the product, but they are being compensated by the parent company or the secondary company who sells or promotes the product. Now this does not mean the company is paying the blogger for a commercial type review, but they are paying them to review the product and give a honest review, just the same as if they purchased the product themselves. The compensation could be the price of the product or other products to giveaway at a later date. Compensation does not always mean money.

Bloggers don't make much in the beginning, but in time it can turn into a career. So if every now and then a blogger posts a sponsored review understand that 

1. It doesnt always mean money.
2. Bloggers need to eat.
3. The review would be the same sponsored or not.

If you don't trust your bloggers review Sponsored or not, find another blogger.

Bloggers are like a hair stylist, if you don't trust their judgement, its time to find a new stylist.

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Pissed off today!

I am so pissed off today! I want to fight and scream and yell. Everything I tried to get done today went down the drain. I tried to record some videos a review and some tags and I erased the memory card with all the footage on it! I couldn't record again, because my son was acting up and it was just a noisy day. I broke out on my face which I know isn't a reaction or hormonal, but from dust! every time I get near any kind of dust my face goes mental and I get tiny little bumps that want to eat my soul starting with my face, so its probably better I didn't post the videos because thats all I noticed while going through the footage.

I made a big mistake in setting up my filming and vanity area in our bedroom. The T.V is in the bedroom and thats where the child is! He doesn't watch much TV, but he just needs to be where it is, thats why I took it out of the living room. When he goes down for a nap my husband who is a music producer/mixer guy starts doing his thing and it gets pretty loud, so I cant film at those times either. ARGHH!! I just want my own space where I could close the door and do my thing just for a few hours.

I know this isn't very interesting, but I needed to get it out of me, there is it.

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Kushyfoot Review + Giveaway!! CLOSED

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I was sent a product for review by a Brand called Kushyfoot. But before we get into the review I want you all to know I am a very slipper and comfy sock wearer, especially during the winter months. So when they contacted me for this review I was like, yes!!  Also I have had a hard time wearing heels since that birth of my son, so getting me into heels has been hard and uncomfortable for me. Now onto the review.

Kushyfoot The Brand

Kushyfoot® was created and brought to market in 2003 by parent company Doris International Inc.

It is the first brand in women's hosiery to incorporate the ancient healing art of Reflexology. All products are exclusively designed to feature a comfortable sole. This is why we add a 3-dimensional padding or "massaging sole" to our products that acts as a cushion between bare feet and the hard insoles of a shoe. The Kushyfoot® sole helps relieve tension and discomfort in achy feet, thereby helping to relieve stress and fatigue throughout the entire body. 

Our goal, at Kushyfoot®, is to fuse comfort and style in harmony to offer our clientele the latest trends in footwear and legwear. We consider ourselves market leaders in providing solution-based styling for all shoes and legwear that will accessorize any outfit.

We believe - and hope you agree - that Kushyfoot® massages your feet with every step™.

First off I want to say thank you to Kushyfoot for your generosity, They have sent me a lot of products to try.

Sport Cotton Foot Cover

Designed to wear with your runners, Keds or canvas sneakers, this foot cover will keep your feet cool and comfy all day long.

I like these for when I want a no show sock, They feel barely there and they are great for walking or running!

Extreme Low Cut Foot Covers

Kushyfoot® extreme low cut foot covers have invisible sides so they stay hidden at all times. Available in a nude/black combo pack and featuring a:

Padded sole to cushion the ball of your foot;
Heel grip to ensure a stay-put fit every time;
Super stretchy design to fit every foot shape and size.

I love these for wearing flats or heels. Having a nylon feel make them feel barely there. They stay hidden and add a soft pad to my every step.


They also come in a soft lace for even more barely there comfort.

Fleece Tights

For ultra warmth.

Ultra soft fleece tights give you total opaque coverage so you can brave even the coldest of days.
I love these for days when I am wearing a short skirt, they keep me warm and make my legs look great!

Microfiber Crew

Kushyfoot® soft microfiber crew is designed with Coolmax® to keep you dry and comfortable all day. These have a zigzag pattern on the sol to help the ball of your foot as you walk. These are great for days when you will be on your feet.

Flats to go

These lightweight and ultra portable flats have a soft sole which allows them to be rolled up or folded so that you can tote them in your purse ready for any potential shoe emergency. Designed for indoor use and occasionally on smooth outdoor surfaces. Great for travel too!

I can't even explain how many times I have gone out in a pair of heels and after dinner and dancing with drinks my feet were screaming for a flat shoe and I had to run into the nearest drug store and purchase a cheap flip flop or those Dr. Scholls flat thingies. These are very similar to the Dr. Scholls flats, but these have a zigzag sole that massages your feet as you walk. I know after a night out these will definitely come in handy and keep me happy :) I only wish they came in a cute bag like the Dr. Scholls.

The Conclusion.

I do like these and will continue to use them, anyone who is on their feet most of the day will appreciate them and the comfort they bring to your feet. I can see a Doctor, Nurse, Chef, Postal worker and anyone else who spends their days on their feet even moms like me :)  They have many styles to choose from at the Kushyfoot website http://www.kushyfoot.com/

Kushyfoot Giveaway!

The folks over at Kushyfoot have generously offered some products for a giveaway.
This is my first blog giveaway, lets see how this goes :)

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