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The statuses of all of our customer's accounts have been raised to VIP for the whole month of January. Also, if you order $200.00 or more during this month, (instead of the required cumulative $2,000.00) your account will be elevated to VIP, ongoing!
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This special VIP offer will expire at 12 midnight, Pacific Time, January 31st

iHerb Rewards program

Code for discounts 10$ - EVO218

First time customers who shop at iHerb.com and enter coupon code EVO218 during checkout will receive an instant $10 off for any first-time purchase of $40 or more! Orders less than $40 will receive a $5 discount.

As an Extrabux member, you will now earn 8%cash back on every order at iHerb. 

Delivery to over 180 different countries!

About iHerb

iHerb Rewards program

Make money with iHerb Rewards program

Use our code, EVO218 on your first purchase and save $5 on your order. You will be given your own code which you can share with others.  Then, those using your code will save $5 on their first purchase, and you will make 4% commission on their purchases. Here, let iherb.com explain it. This is an excerpt from www.rewards.iherb.com

Welcome to iHerb Rewards!
If you are an iHerb customer, let your friends & family know about the great value iHerb offers and instantly save them $5 on their first iHerb order. In the long-term, you can save your contacts hundreds of dollars on their natural product needs, while earning valuable credits on your own account! 
How? Simply give them your six-digit coupon code, and they will save $5 on their first iHerb order.


What are the potential rewards?
As of April 2012 
Our top 20 rewards participants earned the following - in one month alone!

1) $7,540 2) $4,190 3) $3,425 4) $2,989 5) $2,747 6) $2,218 7) $1,968 8) $1,653 9) $1,335 10) $1,213 11) $1,123 12) $1,062 13) $1,061 14) $980 15) $966 16) $953 17) $903 18) $696 19) $658 20) $622

Plus:
-Hundreds of our customers are getting their iHerb purchases free of charge.
--Thousands of customers are enjoying extra savings on their iHerb purchases.


Save an extra $200 to $600 or more per year – with iHerb Rewards!


A "win-win" deal for all of us!
- Your friends & family will be introduced to one of the best overall values for natural products, with the potential to save hundreds of dollars per year.*
- You will earn ongoing iHerb rewards whenever your referrals shop at iHerb.com, saving even more on your iHerb purchases.
- We will pass our marketing dollars on to you and your friends, and in return, iHerb will receive a better ROI (Return On Investment) from your word-of-mouth advertising.


How the Program Works

iHerb - this nifty online store, offering a number of environmentally friendly products, gave me a little shopping spree. I wondered how companies like iherb package and ship.  This is an interesting video describing the packing system at iherb.com. http://www.moveitshow.com/clips/1432014076001/

I can vouch for the accuracy of their orders. We order from them frequently and have never had a problem that was due to iherb.  The only problem was when a package was damaged in transit, it looked like the prong on a forklift had been shoved through one side of the parcel. Two items were missing and iherb refunded me for both even though it was not their fault.

It was a little of iherb, and now I tell you about the mask, which I am very pleased.

Pangea Organics, Facial Mask, Japanese Matcha Tea with Acai & Goji Berry

When removed protective foil, I was surprised! I expected more traditional mask, and there green substance) chopped grass and berries. It has a wonderful herbal smell ( but might be unpleasant for some). Bits of tea leaves flake off your face if you let it dry on your skin.
It's doing what it promises - detoxifies skin, takes away excess oil without stripping out essential moisture from your skin.
The mask is awesome, it's doing what it promises - detoxifies skin, takes away excess oil without stripping out essential moisture from your skin. I was surprised about it, because my skin is sensetivе and dries out from many cosmetic products.

Just after one use, my skin is soft, looks more fresh and is definitely smoother! Great product!!!

Shea butter, coconut oil and toner

As you know, I love iherb and order from them quite regularly. I use iherb because they have most of my favorite brands, carry a wide variety of products (yay for 1 stop shopping!!), FREE shipping on orders of $20 or more, and their prices can’t be beat – often 10-40% below retail!! They also ship internationally to over 180 countries(FREE shipping on orders of $40 or more) as well as APO addresses.

Another fun thing about iherb.com is that they always send free samples with your order and that’s not all! You can also choose 1 additional FREE SAMPLE to add to your order – most people don’t know this!!  I like being able to try samples before buying a whole jar of something. There’s nothing worse then spending $20 only to find out you don’t like it or it doesn’t work for you!!

Here is a look at a one of my most recent orders including links for more info and to purchase if you are so inclined.

Now Foods, Shea Butter price: $7.63

Great Shea butter for this price. Works super at deeply moisturize my dry skin, I use it at night after a shower, apply to the elbows, knees, heels.

Jarrow Formulas, Extra Virgin Coconut Oil  price: $11.87  

Using for cooking and for my hair.  Perfect as it is as pure as you can get and without any additives.. I haven't used any essential oils with it yet for massaging purposes but I will soon ...I would highly recommend!

Thayers, Rose Petal Witch Hazel, with Aloe Vera Formula, Alcohol-Free Toner  price: $7.66

I used this toner for the first time last night and again this morning and I have to say I really like it! It has a cool refreshing feeling when applies to the face and, most importantly, it truly does tone and shrink pores. In addition to this, it also cleans out blackheads and gives your skin a soft feel, as well as a healthy glow.

Products of Burt's Bees

There are ingredients that you will never find in any Burt's Bees product. Things like petroleum, which is not a renewable resource and can be toxic. Sodium lauryl sulfate, which is a harsh, aggressive ingredient used in most cleansing products like shampoo. All products contain natural ingredients and a few of products contain ingredients derived from animals such as beeswax, royal jelly and milk.
Company never conduct product or ingredient tests of any kind on animals.

I got these at iherb.com , here’s the direct link with $5 off, if you new costumer.  I believe  you can also find these at target.

Products that I have tried:

Burt's Bees, Beeswax Lip Balm

 I got it from iHerb and got hooked. This burt's bees lip balm, it moisturizes my lip really well. No cracks anymore. The highlight of this one is the peppermint oil that gives a strong ‘tingle’ when you apply it and the smell of peppermint.  The downfall for me is sometimes I get a bit sick of the smell.

Burt's Bees, Res-Q Ointment

I use this ointment on my lips, after shaving (bikini line), never had that result with other moisterizers and it smells great too. I love this ointment! :)

Burt's Bees, Hand Salve

I love this product. For me this is the best hand moisturizer. My hands were really soft after it finally absorbed. I think this is best to be used at nighttime, especially in winterbecause it is pretty oily.  It takes a couple of minutes until the product absorbs into my skin, but it works really well once it does. It has a strong smell that reminds me a bit of herbal, medicinal stuff with a touch of eucalyptus, which I happen to like a lot.

Burt's Bees, Repair Serum

I have oily-combination skin, but my skin sometimes feels dry especially in winter times. I use it on my eye and mouth area. The effects, are wonderful! Serum good moisturizing dry patches. The texture is a thin oil. It has a strong lavender smell that is cut by the other oils I think this is best to be used at fall and winter. I love it)

Keep reading my blog !

Xoxo)))Lily...

7 products for beauty

My favorite beauty products this month.

Nubian Heritage, African Black Soap Bar $3.27

I have acne-prone skin. It cleans just fine.  After the first using this product I got a clean, glowing skin!  Smells awesome and leaves your skin feeling supple and moisturized.

Crystal Body Deodorant, Crystal Body Deodorant Stick $5.38

This all-natural deodorant, very long-lasting and easy to use.  I have been using this for over a year. Now this crystal salt deodorant works great. Although it does not prevent one from perspiring, it blocks about 90%+ of the body odor when used correctly. And the rock itself lasts a long time. If I had not shattered my first one I would have still been using it lol.

Now Foods, XyliWhite Toothpaste Gel, Fluoride Free, Refreshmint $3.81

It really whitens teeth. Very pleasant taste and good feeling in the mouth.  Teeth feel clean and I haven't had any gum issues. And for the price, you can't beat it! This is a must try!

Queen Helene, The Original Mint Julep Masque $3.84

Mint Julep Masque is the original natural home treatment developed by a dermatologist that helps dry up acne pimples, rinse away blackheads and shrink enlarged pores.  After using mask, skin feel clean, refreshed and smooth.  

Carlson Labs, Norwegian Cod Liver Oil $34.93

I have been taking a teaspoon of this baby twice daily for 6 months. I have not had even one single breakout since then. Previously, hormonal acne bothered me every month, but now they are not. My skin is clean and beautiful thanks to Cod liver oil!

Avalon Organics, Biotin B-Complex Therapy Thickening Shampoo $7.29

My hair is thin and fine, and I tend to have oily skin. My hair definitely feels thicker and I see new growth. I know biotin is supposed to help with hair growth. Smells great, leaves my hair and scalp clean and healthy feeling.

Cococare, 100% Cocoa Butter, The Yellow Stick $1.41

 So handy in the stick form, and smells wonderful.  I use this as a lip balm. I  think that it does a great job at moisterizing my lips. It is great and keeps my sometimes dry lips very supple.

have a nice shopping! :)

Never shopped at iHerb before? Use the code EVO218 at the checkout and receive $5.00 off your first order.

About iHerb

iHerb.com 

Code for discounts 5$ - EVO218

First time customers who shop at iHerb.com and enter coupon code EVO218 during checkout will receive an instant 

$5 on their 1st iHerb order.
Free Shipping on any order over $20.
Free Airmail for international orders over $40.00! Ends April 30th, 2012.
iHerb is dedicated to providing the best overall value possible! By making volume purchases from top name product suppliers, iHerb to offer substantial discounts  across all product lines and categories --including high quality supplements, natural grocery, bath and beauty, sport supplements and more. When you consider price, selection, ease of ordering, shipping and customer support, the advantages of choosing iHerb become crystal clear. iHerb uses 100% post-consumer recycled paper for 90% of all shipping boxes. Bubble wrap is 40% recyclable. All in the interest of a healthier, more sustainable planet!
iHerb now ships to over 180 different countries!

iHerb Rewards program

Lovely mini kabuki EcoTools

EcoTools^® cosmetic brushes are what started it all! The iconic look of the sleek bamboo, gorgeous recycled aluminum and incredibly soft bristles are only part of what makes EcoTools, EcoTools.

Cosmetic brushes are beautiful and show respect for the earth. They are 100% cruelty-free, have incredibly soft bristles made of synthetic taklon and have handles made of bamboo and recycled aluminum ferrules.

EcoTools, Beautiful Expressions Kabuki Set

Brushes are really well-made, durable, soft, affordable, cruelty-free & highly portable (with a brush guard). Apart from the buff brush, I'm really happy with how the rest of the brushes apply with powder. At $ 3.5 / brush I think they are worth it! Brushes are small, 2.5 inches tall. I like it for traveling too, would throw in a brush guard and travel with this.

Where to buy:  I got these at iherb.com for $13.95, here’s the direct link with $5 off, if you new costumer.  I believe  you can also find these at target.

More of each of them:

Conceal: A mini softly-pointed brush. This brush is great for creams & liquid. The tapered top and slim shape is really good to go into the crevices of your face.

Bronze: This is definitely not for creams, but great as a blush brush (which is what I use), or bronzing brush. I feel like the shape is just right for my cheeks.

  

  

Contour: A soft dome shaped brush used for contouring blush. It says it’s a contour brush, but I used this to buff in my powder foundation and it really picks up the product and buffs into my skin perfectly.

   

Buff:  A mini flat-headed brush perfect for buffing product into your face or wiping off excess blush or powder. The denseness is similar to the bronze kabuki, but  brush is a little small for all over the face dusting. , and hence was a little disappointed with this.

Hope you enjoyed my review!

New purchases

Crystal Body Deodorant, Crystal Body Deodorant Stick, $5.38

We all need deodorant, don't we? The problem is that so many of the ones on the market contain harmful ingredients, and they don't just sit on the surface of your skin, they penetrate into your body and can cause much havoc. Here is an all natural, very inexpensive solution to the problem, very long-lasting and easy to use.  I have been using this for over a year. Now this crystal salt deodorant works great. Although it does not prevent one from perspiring, it blocks about 90%+ of the body odor when used correctly. And the rock itself lasts a long time. If I had not shattered my first one I would have still been using it lol.

Emu Gold, All Natural Emu Oil, Extra Strength, $6.00

I have acne proned skin and I put this Emu oil all over my face at night and it feels great. It has really made my skin look better. The emu seems to reduce inflammation and redness. Too soon to tell right now, but so far so good.
Using the dropper that is in the bottle for dispensing is a good idea because a small amount of the oil goes a long way. And, of course, using the dropper is more sanitary.
I recommend it for use by anyone who has problem skin and doesn't want a greasy feeling.

MyChelle Dermaceuticals, Fabulous Eye Cream, $22.69

Just the right consistency and no chemicals. This product absorbs readily and feels non-problematic on extremely dry skin.  I have not been using it long enough to see a difference. If no improvement is obvious by the end of the tube, I will not purchase again.

Lundberg, Black Japonica Rice, Gluten Free, $3.11

More nutty and flavorful than regular rice.  It's a real winner with a nice nutty, chewy taste. Very good!

Hope you enjoyed my review! Xoxo)))

EcoTools Accessories

If you don't know much about Eco Tools Brushes, they're great quality brushes but are also eco friendly - they're made of recycled material and are cruelty free which is fantastic. 

EcoTools, Bamboo 6 Piece Brush Set

I found on iHerb.com this one for $10 which I think is amazing seeing as these sets are $20 in the shops!

The five brushes you get are a Lash / Brow groomer, a Concealer Brush, a Blush Brush, and two Eye brushes. It also comes with a little pouch to keep them in!

Blush brush - this is so soft! Very nice to use a brush)

Concealer brush - a good brush, but it would be a smaller size to mask small pimples

Lash and Brow Groomer. Now this one I haven't used very much, and I'll definitely use it next time I do my brows!

Eye Shading Brush and Eyeliner Brush. It truly is great. They picks up product well and because it's rounded you can really get some shape on your lids with it.

In conclusion I want to say that's great. They really are great brushes if you can't afford Sigma etc.

Earth Therapeutics, Loofah Bath Pad

Tasted and so loved that lingered in the bathroom ... I really liked

EcoTools, Sustainable Moisture Socks

Socks are so soft and comfy, so are my feet after using them for a night. However not for thin feet, as tend to fall out during the night.

EcoTools, Bamboo Mini Nail Files

Large grit made filing/sculpting my nails so quick. I think the grit could be a bit smaller and still be effective, but I am pleased with the files overall.  good size to fit easily in a travel case or a purse.

EcoTools, Bamboo Mini Foot File

It is very usefull. Destroying all calluses, highly recomended.

EcoTools, Loofah Facial Sponges

When wet these sponges are very gentle to skin. Clean and exfoliate very softly. They are so cheap though, still a good value.

Hope you enjoyed my review!