From CB: Prime Day is next week and we plan to have a post for that on Wednesday! I got the Essence eyebrow gel mascara and it’s fabulous! It really fills in my eyebrows quickly and looks so nice. I also recently ordered Elf triangle lipliner/filler in mauve. It was only $4 and it makes my lips look pretty and natural. Here are some sales and some more things Rosie and I are looking at on Amazon.
Sales and Deals
30% off Aquaphor Healing Ointment Advanced Therapy Skin Protectant – $13.99
41% off Ninja CM401 Coffee Maker 50 ounces, hot or iced – $99.99
42% off Women’s Striped Sweatshirt Long Sleeve Shirts Crewneck – $17.99+
20% off Levoit Air Purifier for Home Allergies Pets – $79.98
35% off Crest 3D Whitestrips, Professional Effects, Teeth Whitening Strip Kit – $29.99
27% off Genius Mushroom Supplement – Lions Mane, Cordyceps, Reishi– $17.55
31% off Non-Scratch Scrub Sponge-24Count, Sponges for Dishes, Kitchen, Cleaning – $8.99
41% off Leg Massager for Circulation and Pain Relief, Air Compression – $47.49
40% off Solar Pathway Lights Outdoor 6 Pack, Dual-head Larger Solar Lights – $29.99
39% off Ninja Air Fryer, Roast, Bake, Air Fry, Roast, Broil – $79.94
30% off Ice Makers Countertop, 9 Cubes in 6 Mins – $69.95
37% off TushGuard Seat Cushion – Memory Foam Cushion for Office Chair – $16.95
15% off Large Desk Mat, Office Desk Pad, Computer Desk Mat – $24.64
A makeup remover that works like more expensive brands
From CB: I use Elf holy hydration daily cleanser and it’s excellent but I really have to scrub to get off my eyeliner. Elf’s holy hydration makeup remover can remove waterproof mascara and eye makeup. You can use it all over your face too. This listing has over 3,300 ratings, 4.7 stars and a B on Fakespot. Reviewers say this removes eye makeup, is non irritating and leaves your skin feeling soft and clean. “I only wear long-wear and waterproof mascaras. I’ve tried so many cleansing balms and oils that just genuinely struggle to get the mascara off and even if they do, i’m left with a burning or stinging sensation for 10-15 mins after because I have to rub to get it off. This melts mascara off so easily, I just hold a reusable cotton round on my eye for 5-10 seconds and everything is completely melted off!” “I bought this because I needed a good waterproof make up remover. I usually use Garnier Micellar water and it would take me so many swipes to get rid of my waterproof mascara. This make up remover only took 2 swipes. I am very happy with this product.”
43% off a collagen anti-aging retinol cream with hyaluronic acid
From CB: SimplyVital collagen retinol cream is formulated with collagen, retinol and hyaluronic acid. You get 1.7 ounces for under $23 on sale. This listing has over 13,500 reviews, 4.3 stars and a B on Fakespot. Reviewers say this cream is moisturizing and that it makes their skin look softer and fuller. Some people use it on their neck and hands too. “I saw results on day 2. Applicator pushes out the perfect amount to generously cover face and neck. I am 52 and have really started to notice the effects of aging. I researched a lot of products before buying this one. Price is great and the results are even greater. My face and neck are soft, smooth and so much firmer after using this product.” “My face has never felt so smooth. I’m using it on my neck too, and hands, for ‘crepe’ aging signs. Idk how well it works there, we’ll see, but I do love it for my face. I’ve never been into skin care or makeup but I’m 41 now and trying to do better. Ha. No smell, one pump gets my whole face.”
$40 off the bestselling vibration plate on Amazon
From CB: My friend has one of these vibration plates in her office and I’ve been thinking about getting one so I can fit in gentle exercise during my downtime. This Lifepro vibration plate is the number one bestseller on Amazon. It has 4.6 stars, over 24,500 ratings and an A on Fakespot. It comes with resistance bands and a remote control. People say that it really helps with muscle recovery, with reducing edema and with overall wellness and that it’s similar to higher end vibration plates they use at physical therapy. It’s also said to be easy to set up and operate. (As with all exercise, please check with your doctor if you are just starting or recovering.) “I started using this for 15 minutes at night. First, I just stood on it until I was comfortable doing more. Now, I do some squats and leg lifts. I have only been using this for 3 weeks now, I feel a difference in my balance and flexibility. I have also lost weight!” “I am a 62 yo female I bought this to help with leg pain. My entire life my legs will randomly hurt. Started using this and it has helped tremendously. I use the pre set workouts (20 minutes) and if you follow the guide sheet included you get a whole body workout.” “This is my first week using this vibration platform and I am already experiencing results! Started out with 3 minutes 3 times a day and am up to 7 minutes 3 times. My very aching left knee is doing so much better already. Cannot wait to find out all this little machine is going to do for me!!”
An automatic pet feeder with a timer and portion control
From Rosie: I picked this up back in July before we left for a weeklong vacation. I programmed it to feed our cat at 7am and 7pm and it’s awesome. It’s also great that my cat doesn’t wake any of us up super early begging for food anymore. Portions are small, so she gets two and it’s the equivalent of one scoop. It has a 4.5 star rating, more than 1,200 reviews, and an A on Fakespot. People love that it takes the pressure off of being home to feed their cats on time. “Definitely worth the money, easy to set up…My cat has had no issues with it and we love not having to rush home from anything to feed our fat boy” “I bought this feeder because I frequently go out of town and don’t want to have to rely on others to feed my cat…It keeps my dogs out of the cat food and the cat from overeating.” “Every morning, our cat would meow at the bedside or paw at the door until we would get up and feed her. This has been life-changing! I actually got to sleep in.”
A hand crank radio with a charger to keep you well-informed during an emergency
From Rosie: Until the events of the past week, it never occurred to me that losing cell service in a natural disaster could fully cut us off from the “real” world. This NOAA emergency hand crank radio runs on battery or solar power. It’s National Weather Service-certified and will alert you to severe weather and other emergencies in your area. It also has a flashlight, compass, and USB port. It comes in four different colors, each under $36. It has a 4.5 star rating, more than 8,200 reviews, and a B on Fakespot. Reviewers love that it functions as a radio, flashlight, and device charger. “I just went through Hurricane Beryl, and what was shocking was that the power went out for such an extended amount of time…10/10, would definitely recommend to anyone who camps, or lives in an area with a lot of storms or power outages.” “After many thunderstorms and power outages, this radio is a wonder. Can charge phone, use it as a flashlight, listen for weather advisories – the works. Runs on batteries too.” “I got this because we had a very bad storm, and I had know why of what was happing around me. Was out of power for a couple of days. I can now listen to my local radio station if this should happen again”
An electric balloon pump to make decorating so much easier
From Rosie: I like to decorate my kids’ chairs and what not with balloons for their birthdays, but hate blowing up balloons. This electric balloon pump does the hard work for you. (It is not a helium machine.) Right now, four of its five color variants are on sale for $16. It has a 4.7 star rating, more than 59,200 reviews, and an A on Fakespot. Users say this pump has made life so much easier. “The convenience of this is perfect! Saves plenty of time from blowing them up yourself and saves money from buying them! The air flow is great and it gives power for a small thing.” “This is one of the best purchases I’ve had. Made blowing of balloons SO easy and pretty fast! You can do two at a time so it really makes the process quicker!” “Have made numerous balloon arches using this pump and it makes life so much easier.”
A magic gel hot or cold brace for pain relief
From Rosie: As much as I love a good heating pad, I’ve learned over the last few years that icing back and leg pain works much better for me. This lightweight gel hot or cold pack is adjustable and provides “hands free” relief from pain. You stick it in the freezer for a few hours and it stays cold for a long time. You can also put it in the microwave to warm it up. There are six different sizes, from a smaller one to fit around your wrist to an XL one that covers your full back. It has a 4.5 star rating, more than 33,100 reviews, and an A on Fakespot. People love how “comfortably cold” the pack stays and say it works even better than professional ones. “I got this because I have lower back issues and wanted cold and hot therapy where I can switch quickly and still be able to use my hands and move around. This is literally perfect.” “I have professional back braces with gel cooler/warmers from the doctor, I like this one a lot better. It fits better, the gel packs stay cold longer and it is light weight/easy to put on and wear.” “Use this at night for a pinched nerve in my lower back. Helps me to sleep.”
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I haven’t tried the elf Makeup Remover because I’m still only halfway through my latest bottle of Bioderma Micellar Water (holy grail status), but I’ve tried others in their new skincare lineup and have enjoyed them, particularly the retinol serum.
The collagen/retinol/ha cream, however, is a big no. Collagen is a useless ingredient in skin care products. It’s put into products so that they can put it on the label, but it does nothing for skin as it cannot adsorb. The only ingredient in that cream that will help with collagen is the retinoid, the percentage of which is undisclosed, meaning it could be next to nothing or incredibly harsh. It also contains coconut oil, something that many people are irritated by as it is comedogenic.
While we luckily do not live in a zone that is prone to fatal natural disasters like hurricanes or droughts (yet?), our area does get their regular storm surges in fall and winter. As the high tides are getting higher, there’s a power station that could potentially be flooded.
That’s why we keep quite a few power banks around that we regularly check/use/recharge that can also be charged by on-board solar panels.
But this radio looks like it’s a must-have for people living in/near Hurricane Alley.
We have that radio. It’s fairly light so my son actually takes it with him on camping trips with scouts (I don’t think he would want to backpack with it, but right now when they drive up to the campsite it works well.) You dont get a lot of life out of the handcrank or the solar panel (batteries are better) but you get enough. He likes it so much that I got one for my dad for father’s day so he can listen to the weather reports and can take it out on his boat etc.