Always & Tampax Always Radiant Collection

Disclaimer: I received this product complimentary for testing purposes from Influenster.

My last two VoxBox's included the Always & Tampax Radiant Collection, which is fabulous since I have been using these brands since I hit puberty. Even if I'm tight on money I never switch to anything else because this brand is that affordable. I have of course tried other brands when I've received samples or had that emergency and had to borrow from a friend, but I always go back to Always and Tampax. Sounds almost like a LTR huh?

This kit is so adorable and included 1 pad, 1 panty-liner, 2 tampons, 2 coupons, and a wristlet to carry your products in in for discreet travels.







I have tried the Radiant Collection previous to receiving it my latest VoxBox's but that's okay because I can always use extra for my stash. I have used the coupons and was thrilled because my local Giant Eagle doubled them wihout even asking!

If you have not tried the Radiant Collection before, I highly reccomend it! These pads and tampons are super reliable.



Pros:

• Affordable
• Comfortable
• Ease of use
• "CleanGrip" plastic applicator
• "LeakGuard" braid to stop leaks as they happen
• Features the "FormFit" protection that expands to fit one's own unique shape

Cons:
There aren't any! I am not saying that because Influenster sent these to me for a review, because if you know anything about the program, than you know they want honest feedback. As stated before, I have been a fan of Always and Tampax since puberty.

If you would like more information on this collection or other Always/Tampax products be sure to click the links below to check out their websites.

Always Website

Tampax Website

Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration Lotion Sunscreen

Disclaimer: I received this product complimentary for testing and review purposes from Influenster.

In case you haven't heard of this product before or have yet to try it, here are a few important details you should know:

• This moisturizing lotion is also a sunscreen! #winning!
• I received a 2 oz bottle with 30 SPF, however this lotion is available in 12, and 50!
• This sunscreen lotion provides a broad spectrum of UVA and UVB protection
• Provides 12 hour moisturization while your out catching some rays!
• Contains ultra-luxurious hydrating silk ribbons
• 6 oz bottle retails for about $8.99
• Can be purchased at almost any major retailer!

My experience:

I must first explain how bad I am regarding sun safety. I have used tanning beds a lot in the past. I have laid off of using them in past two months and I'm considering other tanning alternatives. I read so much about the hazards and the damaging effects from the sun, and quite frankly, I'm afraid of it! I am good about using facial products that contain sunscreen in them, which  is a big step considering I never worried about it before. So with that being said, I'm so happy to have received this item in my latest VoxBox from Influenster.

I've been using this lotion all over my chest, arms and legs. Those areas are always susceptible to the sun's harmful rays and I rarely ever protect them. I love using this lotion in the morning because it honestly lasts my entire school day, and some. It also reminds me of the tanning salon because its tropical smell. The plus side to this lotion is that it's also very light weight. It doesn't have that greasy feeling that some lotions leave behind. I highly recommend everyone giving this lotion a try. It will be great for winter because it will remind of the beach during those gloomy grey winter days.

Pros:

• Ease of use
• Affordable
• Easy to find and purchase (even in my small town)
• The smell is magnificent
• It's staying moisturizing power
• The Hawaiian Tropic product line has many products to choose from, including self-tanning lotions! Whoo-hoo!!

Cons:

• None! can honestly say I have absolutely no complaints about this lotion. I will be purchasing the full size of other products from the Hawaiian Tropic line.

Have you tried this lotion sunscreen yet? What are your thoughts?

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Influenster Summer Beauty VoxBox

I have finally received the entire Spring Beauty VoxBox from Influenster. I received my partial VoxBox in Early July with only 3 items; The Quaker Banana Nut Bread Soft Baked Bar, and the Clear Scalp Shampoo and Conditioner. After emailing/tweeting Influenster about this whole mess, they replaced the missing items and explained that the issues were due to a new company shipping out our VoxBox's. Many bloggers I chat with had missing items as well, and I truly think Influenster has corrected this issue. So after all these problems I am happy to share the contents.

**I've noticed this time around, samples are much smaller than before. The only full sized product for this VoxBox is the nail polish. No complaints, but this is how many companies turn out; Enticing with larger samples, then slowly sending smaller samples. Interestingly enough, these samples are still bigger compared to samples I've received in services I pay for.

Info Cards:

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Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration Lotion (Sunscreen w/SPF 30)

This bottle retails for $8.99 for the 6 oz bottle. Influensters received a 2oz which is still generous. This lotion smells amazing, and reminds me of the beach. I enjoy sunscreen with a fragrance because many sunscreens have that not so desirable sunscreen smell.

Tampax and Always Radiant Collection:

 

Prices Vary per box. This box came with 4 samples. All products in which I am familiar with and currently use. The best part about this item being included in this VoxBox is that it came with the cutest bag, perfect for discretion.

Quaker Soft Baked Bar:

Came in the Flavor Banana Nut Bread and retails at $3.29 for a package of bars. This bar is light and super soft. the taste is absolutely divine and honestly tastes as if my grandma made it! These are a great snack for my school days!

Sally Hansen Magnetic Color:

Came in 908 Graphite Gravity and Retails at $9.99 per bottle. This item is the item I am most excited about. I am just starting my polish collection and this will be a great addition.

Sally Hansen Nails and Cuticle Hand Creme:

This handcream retails at a super affordable $5.99 per 3.4 oz bottle. Influensters received a nice sized 1 oz bottle, perfect for testing purposes. This lotion is made with shea butter and has a great citrus smell.

Clear Scalp and Hair Beauty Therapy:

These shampoos and conditioners are a brand new product everywhere! They retail between $4.99-$5.99 for 12 oz bottles. Select Influensters received 3 fluid oz bottles which is fantastic for a sample size. Most shampoo/conditioner samples are foil packets. I really enjoy the smell and look forward to using this product.

After receiving the entire VoxBox, I rate it 10/10. Everything is great and will be fun to try! With that being said, I cannot wait to receive my next VoxBox; The Latina VoxBox!

Influenster Summer Beauty VoxBox

Today I received my Influenster Summer Beauty VoxBox and I have to say I am quite disappointed with it. I was so excited to receive this VoxBox because the original email from the Influenster Team stated that only a special selection of Influenster's would receive this one.

As soon as I saw the mail walking up to my door, I noticed the white box. I made sure to step outside and and get it as soon as I could. I grabbed it from my door step immediately and opened it as soon I got inside. I noticed there were only 3 items. The box had no seal and came open easily. There was no sign of tape or a seal ever being on the box. 

The cards included list each item that was to be provided for testing purposes:

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My Contents:

As you can see, this box almost empty :(

Quaker Soft Baked Bar in Banana Nut Bread - $3.29 for a package of bars.
I received 1 full sized bar.

Clear Scalp & Hair Beauty Therapy - $4.99-$5.99 for 12.7 oz & 12.9 oz bottles.
Each bottle included is 3 fl oz.

The Shampoo and Conditioner seem to be the only products based on demographics, so I know that I was eligible for the other products.

I am even more disapointed because after I checked in my voxbox I immediately received an email reminding me of the "special selection" and how to tag Influenster and the brands for twitter. I unfortunately I cannot participate in all the brand challenges unless I receive these items. 

I posted this picture on twitter and had quite a few responses from other ladies who had been missing items as well, or who had past VoxBox's never show, which leads me to believe that this is some sort of error on Influenster's behalf.

 Within a half hour of the conversation Influenster tweeted back saying items must have been stolen along the way and they are having USPS investigate this issue. They also asked me to send an email including my address and the items that were missing.

After tweeting with other Influensters, one informed me that Influenster replied to her email saying they cannot replace these items but it will not affect her score. I know Influenster plans on having our accounts on some sort of scoring scale where our influence can go up and down based on our social sharing.

I made sure to email Influenster with full details of my experience and I am waiting for a reply. I can understand how they cannot send these items out because of fraud issues, but again, if this happened to many others, I am thinking it is not an issue with USPS.  I don't understand this situation.

My thoughts/theories on this issue:

• This VoxBox came looking very normal. There doesn't appear to have ever been any tape on it. (Usually you will see marks where you've opened it, or where tape has been ripped off) Opening the box was ridiculously easy. I'm thinking maybe it was not taped to being with when packaging was taking place, potentially allowing thieves to steal these items from their warehouse, or employees of USPS while in transit.
• Along with the details of the last description, I hate to say it, but perhaps this was all staged. Why wouldn't these packages be sealed? Maybe they ran out of products and after promising so many Influensters this VoxBox, they had to come up with some way to make us believe that this could not be an internal error.
• The fact that this happened to many others leads me to believe again, this is not a USPS issue but rather an Influenster issue. 
• These items could not have been stolen right from my doorstep, because I ran out of the door when I saw the mail man walking up my street. I saw him place the box on the porch. I came out and grabbed it right away.
• The reason Influenster gave to an unnamed twitter/blogger friend of mine is understandable, and only backs up my second bullet-ed theory. Influenster said they had no more products to send out for missing items.

All in all, these VoxBox's are free of charge, even from shipping. I understand how simple errors can take place, but this is not so simple. This happened to many people that I've talked to. If Influenster replies to my email saying they can replace my items, that would be great!

Enough with the negatives! I enjoyed every VoxBox thus far and do look forwards to future events. I appreciate that Influenster has contacted me in the first place to try and fix this issue. I will keep everyone updated as the news comes in and I really hope this dopes not change anyone's mind to be part of this social influence,


**************UPDATE************

Influenster replied the same day via twitter asking for me to email them with my address so the items can be replaced. I still have not received them, but I am still hoping for them to come. I emailed today and they replied back with a generic email about the Brand Challenges.

I'll keep ya posted!

Influenster Summer Beauty VoxBox (Pre-Selected)

Check out this email from the Influenster Team about the upcoming Summer Beauty Voxbox!

About an hour ago I received this oh so lovely email from the Influenster Team about the Summer Beauty VoxBox. This is a great news because I am just thrilled with everything that Influenster does for us ladies, and soon enough for the guys. I knew this was coming because the last email I received from them about  the Gillette and Olay team loving my blog and statement about their razor, hinted about a June/July VoxBox. You can view that HERE

I immediately filled out the survey and it asked questions about feminine hygiene products and brands I use as well as sun care products and brands I use. Those will be great items to test and review because they are products I know that will be useful.

This is always a great thing to see when you log into your Influenster account!

June is almost over, so this is a great surprise to have coming so quickly. Let's just hope when they make their final decisions, that I can be one of the considerations for the program! Finger crossed ladies!! <3

What do you think about the Summer Beauty VoxBox? Did you get you're email yet??