Non Toxic August Specials

Is it Friday yet?  I try to stay positive, but this week has wiped me out.  I woke up Tuesday morning feeling absolutely sick, so I had to call into work – something that usually only happens once or twice a year.  I slept the great majority of the day and night, and felt mostly better yesterday, but had to play catch up at school.  I still felt run down, but have been going to bed earlier, and am getting my energy back.  It’s amazing what sleep (or lack of) will do for you, am I right or am I right?

So just wanted to pop in today and share the Non Toxic August Specials before the month is over.  I’ve been getting tons of emails inquiring about them and I think it’s one of the best I’ve seen yet, so definitely hop on it while it’s still available!  Don’t forget, I do offer free shipping, so email me when you’re ready to place your order.

As you know, I’m an Ava Anderson Non Toxic Independent Consultant.  I’ve slowly switched my entire skin care over to AANT, and am loving it.  Each month, I’ve added a couple new products to try, and as I use them, I realize they’re keepers.  Ava Anderson is overtaking my bathroom counter!

My newest obsessions are the avaSKIN moisturizing mask and the avaSKIN night serum.  I bought the blemish stick, but I’ve literally never used it since my skin is so clear from my new routine.

Last month, I purchased the avaSKIN hyaluronic acid.  I use it every morning before moisturizing and it really brightens up my skin.  This month, you can get it for FREE with any $95 order or more.  This is the second month in a row that the special item is something I bought the last month haha.  Well, now I’ll be stocked up!  I’ve been using it over a month now, and have barely made a dent in the bottle.  These products go a long way because they’re so pure.

I love that the hyaluronic acid protects against the UVB rays because, even though I constantly wear SPF, I’m outside a lot.  It’s an all around great product and it’s never too early to be proactive in protecting and taking care of your skin!  This pairs perfectly with the night serum too!

And since there were over 1,000 new consultants that joined in July (yes, 1,000+!!!), Ava Anderson created this awesome August only deal.  It’s a FREE “rewards-start now” product pack (almost a $75 value!) when you have two parties of $300+ in the first 30 days (not hard to do!).  Pretty sweet.

And then because it’s August and it’s back to school time, here’s the back to school essentials poster, as well.  Something for everyone.

There ya have it.  You’re welcome. 🙂

Truthfully, the avaSKIN and the avaBABY are my absolutely favorite lines from Ava Anderson.  Without a doubt, they surpass any other brands I’ve used, not to mention they’re completely and truly non toxic and organic, which means I don’t have a worry in the world when using them on myself and baby William.

Check it all out HERE and email me for free shipping.  I do offer free shipping out of my own pocket because I believe it’s worth it and I want to get the products in your hands and make you an Ava Anderson lover, too!

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What products have you been loving in August?

Rodan + Fields Giveaway {CLOSED}

Hello and happy Monday to YOU!  I was away in Nashville all weekend for my best friend’s bachelorette party, so I’m going to have my good friend Lanie guest post today.  We met in college and were sorority sisters (Delta Delta Delta!).  Lanie currently lives in Houston with her husband Doug, and they’ll be having a baby boy in August – yay!  Lanie recently became an independent consultant for Rodan + Fields, and is kind enough to host a marvelous giveaway for YOU. 

Last year, I was fed up bouncing from product to product that different magazines were claiming could help sensitive, irritated skin. Luckily, my good friend Keri, had just started selling Rodan + Fields and urged me to try their SOOTHE line. Within days, my skin felt so much better and there was visible proof that the products were working their magic.  Eventually I was able to switch to another line to attack the effects of reaching that dreaded number… 30. Anyways, as someone with sensitive skin I am so thrilled that the doctors have come up with enhancement products that are both effective and gentle enough on my skin to use every day.

Background information about Rodan + Fields: Rodan + Fields skin care line and anti-age tools were created by doctors Katie Rodan and Kathy Fields in 2002. After experiencing huge success with the Proactiv skin care line, they extended their business into the anti-age field in an effort to introduce dermatological procedures and treatments to a multitude of people. Initially the products were only found at high-end department stores such as Saks Fifth Avenue, but the doctors realized the huge potential the products had when put in the hands of independent business consultants and thus, the first prestigious skin care line was opened for direct sales. Already in 2013, the Macro E micro-dermabrasion tool (which I happen to be slightly obsessed with!) has been written up in People Magazine, Allure Magazine, and Marie Claire.

This week I am offering two products as a giveaway that I think are truly fantastic to get YOUR skin looking amazing just in time for summer! The first is the ESSENTIALS Foaming Sunless Tan which is a unique and super effective way to apply tanner and you can feel better about getting great color on your skin while still protecting it from sun damage. Not to mention there are no streaks and you won’t get any sort of orange tint!

The second product is the ENHANCEMENTS Body Micro-Dermabrasion which evens out your skin and helps the sunless tanner go on even better. Itz perfect to achieve that awesome overall “glow effect” for the summer without damaging your skin from the sun’s harmful rays.

I could go on and on about all of our awesome products, but I’ll let you do some investigating of your own when you visit my website for all the juicy details!

Itz GIVEAWAY time!! To enter this giveaway, leave a comment answering the following question (mandatory): If you could change one thing about your skin, what would it be and why? 

• For an additional (optional) entry, follow Itz Linz and Lanie on Twitter and tweet the following: “Skin care is important to me which is why I’m entering the Rodan + Fields giveaway by @RFinHTX on @ItzLinz!! http://wp.me/p2WMfo-1z0” and leave a comment here telling me you did so.

This giveaway will be open until Thursday, May 9th at 8:00 pm CST.  One winner will be randomly chosen and announced on Friday, May 10th and will have 48 hours to contact me or another winner will be selected.  Good luck! CLOSED

Congrats to #5 Lindsay’s List!  Please email me: itzlinz (at) gmail (dot) com with your shipping information.  Thank you to everyone who entered!  Please see below. 🙂

If you would like additional information about Rodan + Fields, their products, becoming an independent consultant, or how to improve your skin, please e-mail Lanie at Lanie.Ratza@gmail.com!

From Head to Toe

I’m switching things up over here today and am going to give you reviews of products I use and love from my head to my toes.  First up: my head.  Ok, my hair.  I have thick, wavy hair that can be pretty unruly.  Itz good in the sense that I can go both ways: I can put mousse in it and make it super wavy or I can straighten the heck outta it if I want the sleek, straight look.  No matter which look I choose, I always use BioSilk Silk Therapy.  This tames the frizz, adds shine, and smells delicious.

Another product for my hair that I’ve been loving are Active Accessories On-The-Go Hair Bands.  They are super cute, can be worn on your wrist with no shame (I hate wearing regular hair ties on my wrist – ugly!), and double as strong hair bands at the gym.  They come in five color varieties: Cool, Elegant, Warm, Neutral Prints, and Polka Dots and there are six different hair bands in each pack.  (I obviously chose the warm colors since they’re pink!)  I was worried that these would not hold my thick hair, but I was pleasantly surprised.  Not only was I able to fix a tight pony tail, but it didn’t budge throughout my workout.

Now onto my pretty face. 😉  dōTERRA Essential Skin Care is where itz at!  “dōTERRA Essential Skin Care is a family of skin care products designed to maximize the natural power of essential oils in helping to keep your skin feeling and looking young, healthy and gorgeous.”  I’m obviously proof of that.  Ha!

• Facial Cleanser: Uses melaleuca and peppermint (love the tingly feeling!) to gently wash away impurities and leave skin feeling clean, fresh, and smooth.
• Pore Reducing Toner: Formulated to visibly reduce the size of pores, uses lavender, ylang ylang, and German chamomile to calm sensitive skin, inhibit skin irritation, and reduce oxidative stress to skin cells.
• Tightening Serum: Reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and promotes skin hydration with frankincense, sandalwood, and myrrh.
• Anti-Aging Moisturizer: Targets the visible signs of aging, improving skin elasticity and tone, reducing the appearance and number of wrinkles with lavender, jasmine, geranium, and frankincense.  (Never too early to start an anti-aging regimine!)
• Invigorating Scrub: Provides a rejuvenating and aromatic experience while leaving skin protected and smooth with grapefruit and peppermint; prevents irritation and proliferation of skin discoloration.  This feels SO good in the morning!

Running Skirts has a HUGE line of gear that includes way more than just running skirts.  Most recently, I’ve been totally loving the Cerise Performance Lifestyle Gathered Neck.  Not only is it awesome for workouts, I’ve even worn it to work.  And needless to say, thumb holes always rock.  (The matching headband is fun, too!)  Right now, they’re having a sale on tons of stuff if you’re interested.

On my bottom, without a doubt, my all-time favorite pants are my pants I received from pv.body.  I workout in them, I hang out in them, I even wear them to work (when paired with a longer top or sweater dress).  I’ve raved about them before (and will continue to do so), but seriously I’m kind of obsessed.  I can’t say enough good things about these pants.  They’re a perfect fit.

You know what’s coming for socks, don’t you?  Yes, I’m going to show you that glorious picture of me smelling my socks after running three races in them!  Itz because Swiftwick is just that awesome.  Their socks hold their shape and don’t stink at all, even after intense exercise.  I’ve never been so excited about socks as I have with these and I know my girl Larisa feels the same.

There ya have it!  Some of my favorites from head to toe!

What products do you want to rave about?  Share the love!

Disclaimer: This post is not compensated. While it was my choice to share the products I did, some of the products were sent to me for review purposes.  All thoughts and opinions are my own.