Brush Naked Review

We are Head over Heels For BRUSH NAKED!!!

A better choice for you and for the earth.

Our toothbrushes are 100% bamboo - not just the handle but the bristles are wood fibres too. Not all toothbrushes are created to be earth-friendly. Most are plastic which takes 10,000 years to decompose. Millions of plastic toothbrushes end up in landfills every year.

The difference is in the details

Even so-called “eco friendly” toothbrushes often use nylon bristles which have to be plucked out before disposal. brush*naked is different. We’ve gone back to our roots. Everything is created by nature, from the packaging to the product itself. We just assemble. Switching to brush*naked is such a small choice, but considering you’ll use 300 toothbrushes over your life time, you’ll feel good knowing that your environmental footprint for cleaning your teeth is nearly zero.

About Brush Naked,

"The idea for the Brush Naked Bamboo Toothbrush Company was born in a hotel room. I had finished brushing my teeth and looked at my toothbrush. It had seen better days so I threw it in the garbage can. As it hit the bottom of the can I thought to myself, "What a waste! There has to be a better way to prevent hundreds of millions of non-recyclable plastic toothbrushes ending up in landfills every year." I did some research online and found the options for environmentally friendly toothbrushes to be extremely limited. The Brush Naked Bamboo Toothbrush Company was born."

 You can purchases brush-naked toothbrushes of adults and kids! Sophia is currently obsessed with brushing her teeth. She is also leaning her colors so the handles always make a fun teachable moment in the morning and at night!!

Well we are SOLD!!!! We are completely in LOVE with our Brush Naked toothbrushes and we will never go back to plastic! The quality of these toothbrushes is like no other! They really are one of a kind!! You really have to try these brushes out for yourself!!!  And I can't lie it feels REALLY good knowing every time I put that toothbrush in my mouth I am doing my part to help the environment! I want to leave my daughter with a better earth then it is now...That will only happen if we all take a stand and do our part! It is so worth it!

Don't forget to check them out on Facebook HERE You can Purchase Your Toothbrushes over at Brush Naked HERE

They are So awesome over at Brush Naked that they are even giving all my readers a discount code!!!!! Just enter 'sarah10off' and you will get 10% off your order (plus free shipping) until June 30th!!!!!!!!! Thank You Brush Naked, You guys ROCK!!!

I received these products free for review purposes but all opinions are 100% honest.

Fab Kids Subscription April

I love little girl fashion. I have been having a blast outfitting Sophia but there are some days when I have no clue what to put on her! Yes we still struggle with this but ever since we have been building her wardrobe with Fab Kids it is so easy to get her dressed in the morning and look super cute too!!  When I was offered a chance to review FabKids a monthly subscription clothing box again, I was so excited! What is so great about this subscription is the clothes are already styled! Not to mention the quality is fabulous and it is so easy to order! Plus you can always skip a month as long as you do so by the 5th and you have the ability to cancel at anytime! We are head over heels with Fab Kids! They are always offering great deals too! Be sure to follow them on Facebook to keep up with the Awesome News!!!

This month we went with the Love Sweatshirt (has the cutest ruffles on the shoulders with a zipper in the back) With an orange star tutu and her Gold Fuzzie Sequence boots! She Looks adorable and loves to twirl all around in her outfit! It was a Busy day for us yesterday as we started the morning playing in the yard, 4 wheeling, going to lunch at Whole Foods, movies and arcade followed by a stop at the Craft store for some fun activities! Yes this kid has the life! Everywhere we went people were commenting about her outfit. I'd say a HUGE hit!!! Go shop Fab Kids Now :)

 

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Happy SPRING Everyone!!! Don't forget to tag your Little's wearing Fab Kids #fabkidsmyway

Bowie X James

BOWIE X JAMES

Sophia & I are totally LOVING the amazing swim line by BOWIE X JAMES!!!!!

I was so excited to review for this super rad company! Sophia received the Silver Lining Bikini and we seriously cant get enough! The quality is amazing...not to mention I'm a sucker for packaging and it came in the most adorable leopard tissued hand stamped brown bag!

 

Description- Silver Lining Bikini $68.00

* Printed adjustable triangle top and reversible tie side bikini bottom

* Wild leopard print is sweetened with bright floral pops of color

* Tie side bottoms reverse from print to solid black

* Shell: 82% Poly 18% Spandex

* Lining: 100% Poly

 

  A little background from the peeps over at Bowie X James, "BOWIE X JAMES was started by three moms who wanted to create and design swimwear that reflected their daughter's unique, stylish and caring personalities. We are all native Southern Californians with strong roots in the beach lifestyle and wanted our babes to be outfitted as we would outfit ourselves. BOWIE X JAMES bikinis are meant to be mixed but not to match, and many of our styles have reversible bottoms for maximum usage. Our designs are comfy, clean and modern and the tie side bikini bottoms facilitate a spot on fit. Each season our designs are influenced by nature and the world around us. In turn we donate a portion of our proceeds to a selected charity.  We want to educate our daughters on the importance of giving back and inspire them to make a difference in the world...all while looking adorable. BOWIE X JAMES is located in Encinitas, California and is designed for little babes, ages 2 - 12. We hope you love the collection and stay tuned for upcoming categories of beachwear."

Seriously LOVE that this line was started by three mommas You Gals ROCK!!!!! I seriously have been stumped when it came to Sophia's bathsuit this year! I have been in and out of every store from Gap, Janie & Jack even Target! When I tell you I have searched high and low and came up empty handed, I really came up empty handed! Well besides the cart full of non essentials that I always seem to leave Target with! I'm So Excited for Sophia's new Bathing Suit from Bowie X James, not only is the print adorable but it is also reversible. Sophia will most definitely be rocking the all black too, of course dressed up with her Bowie X James shades and a rocking head wrap!

Sophia & I will be hitting up the beach in the coming weeks....when this New England weather heats up! Check back for Beach Pictures and Hashtag your babes wearing #BOWIEJAMES

You can Find them on FACEBOOK, Instagram, and you can browse/shop BOWIE X JAMES HERE

Beauteque Review

I have just discovered the Beauteque BB Bag , the most amazing pampering monthly subscription.

What is the Beauteque Monthly?

Beauteque Monthly is an amazing beauty subscription created in the United Stated but is from a Korean beauty website, Beauteque. Each month, subscribers receive BB Bags (Beauteque Beauty Bags) jam packed with Korean beauty products! Everything you could imagine comes stuffed in this beauty product bag! The fun part...You get a new fun bag every month!

Want the Details

Subscription Types (3, 6 and 12 month subscriptions are Prepaid):
You get billed on the 15th of the month if you subscribe for month to month. If you subscribe after the 5th you will get next months bag.
1 Month (month-to-month) $24 per month

3 month $24 per month

 6 month $23 per month

12 month $22 per month

 Your bag ships out on the 15th
 

Want to spoil someone you love...perhaps Mothers Day?!?! You can order a gift subscription for anyone!

 

The nice part about this subscription and what sets it apart from others is you get to customize some of your options, you get a survey via email on the 15th every month! This is great because if you hate a certain flavor or wish to have another scent, color or perfume type you get to choose. Just be sure to get your option in by the 5th or they will just send you their choice. Which is not a bad thing if you love surprises! 

WHAT's In My Bag?

-7+ full sized products in every bag

-A value between $65 to $85+

-Makeup, skincare, jewelry, lifestyle products

-Products from Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Europe, America

SHIPPING

Beauteque Beauty Bags ship to the US, Canada, and Europe.

-US shipping is $3.95 per month

-Canada shipping is  $5.95 per month

-Europe shipping is $8.95 per month 

Lameila: Razor ($8)

I threw this razor right in my travel bag! I feel like every time Ralph and I go away on a mini weekend getaway I'm always stopping at the store to buy a razor! Razors are always useful so I was happy to this in my bag!

It's Skin: Macaron Lip Balm in "Grape" ($9)
There is no denying I Love Lip Balm! I thought the packaging was super cute and what's not to love about lip balm!

Hanaka: Camellia Powder Wash (7 Single-Use Packets) ($11)
I love this product and I love that it came in single use packages! I have tried one so far and left my skin feeling great!

Holika Holika: S-Body Maker Jiggling Patch ($7)
I was so excited to try this patch and through it on my stomach right away, I love that you can feel it working like little bubbles working your skin. I left it on for about 30 minutes and the results lasted for a couple of hours! I guess I need to still do some sit ups ;)

Hanaka Magic Garden Series Sheet Masks in "Rose/Whitness" and "Marigold/Oil Control" ($2ea)
These mask are great! I always like to throw on a mask right before I get into the bath! Always makes my skin feel wonderful after! Both of these were a huge hit!

Holika Holika: Honey Sleeping Pack in "Canola" ($19)
This was fabulous! Like no lie, amazing!

Mizon: WaterVolume Aqua Gel Cream ($12)

This stuff is great with the harsh New England weather we get! I love the texture of this Aqua Gel Cream as well! Keeps my skin super hydrated!

Go Sign up for your BB Bag HERE

Every month there is a new them, previously they have had Milk, Pink, Breakfast, Spa....This month is Mad for Plaid!

Tonymoly is the "IT" brand in the world of  Korean brands! I recognized the name right away as I have followed a few Korean beauty artists! The Beauteque Head-to-Toe Bag is not part of the  subscription packages you can get, it is a fun monthly  limited edition bag that you can purchase any time on the Beauteque site.  I love that you get 7 to 8 full size products stuffed in your bag! This includes everything from makeup, skincare, fashion and lifestyle products!

 Bags are priced between $22-30. And covers you from Head to Toe ;)

This Tonymoly can still be purchased for $28 go buy yours HERE.

Tonymoly: Strawberry Seeds 3-Step Nose Pack ($3)

I love these little strips...I even caught Ralph trying one out :)

Tonymoly: Face mix Primer Lip Concealer ($12)

I haven't used this yet but I'm excited to try it!

Tonymoly: Make HD Hair Straight Cream Kit ($16)

I have stick straight hair so I don't need to straighten :/ Although I'm sure I will find a curly haired friend to take it off my hands!!

Tonymoly: Kiss Kiss Lip Scrub ($10)

I LOVE this lip scrub! I'm all about exfoliating and never like to skip something as important as my lips! This product works Great!!!

Tonymoly: Gold Black Sugar Mask Scrub ($11)

Again with the exfoliating! This is another huge hit!!! This bag really was the perfect score!!! This not only works amazing but smells amazing as well!

Tonymoly: Tangerine Whitening Hand Cream ($12)

This is a great moisturizer and the packaging is super cute too!

 

Pumice Stones ($3 ea)

I love pumice stones! I keep them in the shower and use them on my feet daily! I really do have the softest feet ever!!! Although one did go missing....I have a feeling I may find it in Ralph's Shower! Oh how I love that guy ;)

The Head-to-Toe Tonymoly bag cost $28 this is not including shipping and has a retail value of $70. I definitely think it is an awesome value pack, with tons of great items!!! Plus the packaging is super cute and would make a great gift if you wanted to spoil someone as well! ;)

 

 Head-to-Toe Tonymoly bag is AMAZING, you can order yours HERE.

Beauteque ships to the US, Canada, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, Japan and Singapore. Shipping rates do change depending on where the items are being shipped too.

Surprise My Pet

 Surprise My Pet Subscription Box has made its way to the Vacca Household this Easter!!!

Ever since Sophia came into the picture our home has become the best kind of crazy!!! We Love our newest human addition but have noticed that most of our time is directed towards the new baby! We tend to get lost in our new "normal" but never want to forget about our first two FUR Babies! They still go for their walks and play with their toys but their time spent with us solely has taken a back burner. Yes this makes us sad and totally wish there was more hours in a day but the truth is there isn't! That is why we couldn't be more excited to review for Surprise My Pet! Our furbabies were absolutely ecstatic to receive their first box!!!I have to tell you...life with a new baby is BUSY.... Having to run to the pet store for a new toy, treat or bone doesn't run high up on our list (though it should!) This takes the worry out of our hands. Surprise My Pet deliveres your pets goods right to your doorstep!!! This Makes EVERYONE Happy especially our four legged friends!
Surprise My Pet currently offers boxes for dogs, and it also plans to offer boxes for cats and other pets in the near future.

Surprise My Pet offers different packages to choose from a that will meet your needs “Deluxe Package” to receive 2 to 3 items per month or a “Premium Package” to receive 4 to 7 items.
Both the Deluxe and the Premium boxes contain lots of fun and useful items, treats, toys, chews and sometimes grooming products!

The month-to-month Deluxe Package is $13.95 per month, plus shipping. Making it $12.56 per month if you subscribe to the 3-month plan and $11.44 per month if you subscribe to the 12-month plan. Shipping is $6.95 per month.

The Premium Package is $32.95 per month, plus $7.95 for shipping. As with the Deluxe Package, you can save money by signing up for a 3-month or 12-month plan. For our house with two dogs this package makes the most sense!! The thrill on out dogs face (and the crazy wagging tails) proves to us that they LOVE getting a surprise each month!!!

All Surprise My Pet plans automatically renew, and you can cancel at any time. Best Part, Surprise My Pet is giving my readers $5 OFF their first box. Just use code: sarahontheblog  to get $5 off!!!

What was in our first box from Surprise My Pet?

Head Over to Surprise my Pet and Order your subscription Today HERE!!!

 

You Can Also Find them on Facebook, Instagram, pinterest, and Twitter

Islands + Castles

Sophia and I are OBSESSED with islands + castle clothing!!! Here is a little bit about islands + castles, "Organic shirts for little ones (sizes 3m-8y) which are screen printed using eco-friendly, water based inks. Each item is hand screen printed with custom designs that are inspired by our love for travel, everyday adventures and of course our wonderful son, Lucas. We will also be donating $1(cad) from each shirt sold to various charities, please check out the "Giving Back" tab for more info."

Love, I will add the info from the Giveback section of their website because really, They are Awesome!! "For every shirt sold, $1(cad) will be donated to the corresponding charity for the shirt design. Currently we are donating to the following organiztions: BCSPCA (THE BRITISH COLUMBIA SOCIETY FOR THE PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALS), SAVE THE CHILDREN, and KID'S HELP PHONE. The donations will be conducted on a montly basis at the end of each month." Really what clothing company does this?!? I love everything about island + castles! Not only are they awesome in what they do personally from their business but their clothes are SUPER RAD!!! Every screen print is adorable and the quality is amazing! You really have to check out all the items they carry, I know you will fall in love too!!

We received the "Beautiful" long sleeve organic shirt...

 For more info on the organizations or to donate more to the charities that islands + castles support, please visit:
BCSPCA http://www.spca.bc.ca
SAVE THE CHILDREN http://www.savethechildren.org
KID'S HELP PHONE http://org.kidshelpphone.ca/en

You can Shop Islands + Castles HERE

Don't forget to check them out on Facebook  and Instagram