Tree Hut Sea Sugar Body Scrubs

I've just finished another jar of Tree Hut Shea Sugar Body Scrub, and I am completely satisfied yet again! I've come to realize an effective body scrub can make all the difference when it comes to shaving.  Until about a year ago, I never used an exfoliator when shaving.  Body scrubs are beneficial because they help to smooth skin before shaving and exfoliate off any dead skin.  

After trying a few different brands, I quickly realized even drug store scrubs can be quite pricy (especially during the summer months when I'm shaving more often).  Originally I was using Shea Moisture but with the jar packed with excess oil rather than actual body scrub, and at $9.99 for a 12 oz. jar, that didn't last long.  Not long after, I discovered the Tree Hut line at my local Harmon Health and Beauty. 

Honestly, I wasn't expecting much since it was so low cost and I had never heard of the brand before.  Tree Hut scrubs retail for only $6.99 for 18 oz. and there are four scents available (Tropical Mango, Almond & Honey, Coconut Lime and Brazilian Nut).  Once I started using it, I was instantly hooked.  The jar wasn't filled with oil, and the scrub itself had a wonderful consistency that wasn't overly rough on my skin.  To top it all off, the scent was fabulous!  (My favorite is Tropical Mango.). It's so fresh, clean and fruity-smelling that people always ask what I'm wearing after my shower! 

Be sure to check out Tree Hut Scrubs if you haven't already!  They're available at the following retailers: Harmon, Target, Kmart, ULTA and WalMart. 

Or at the Tree Hut website: http://www.treehutshea.com/form/shea-sugar-body-scrubs/

Empties for December

Hello Everyone!  I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas and New Year's! Here are my latest empties from December, enjoy! 

Shea Sugar Body Scrub in Tropical Mango

• Price: $5.99
• Contains: 18 oz. 
• This scrub is perfect for exfoliating my legs and underarms just before shaving and it smells exactly like fresh mangoes! 
• It isn't anywhere as oily and as most of the other scrubs I've tried.  (I hate when I buy an body scrub and half of the jar filled with oil.)  
• This is quite coarse, so if you have sensitive skin, you may want to skip out on this one.
• Bottom line: This is my favorite drug store body scrub and I love the scent!! 

Yes to Grapefruit Brightening Facial Towelettes

• Price: $6.98 (double pack on clearance at Target)
• Contains: 25 wipes per pack
• These wipes were extremely dry and constantly found myself loosing eyelashes while trying to remove my eye makeup.  Overall, they were quite similar to the Yes to Cucumbers wipes (see my review here: http://shimmernsparkle26.blogspot.com/2013/12/empties-part-1_8.html).  
• Even worse, these wipes stung my eyes and irritated my eye lids.  I ended up having to rinse out the cloth with water before bringing it into contact with my eyes and used it with my Maybelline Clean Expresses Makeup Remover. 
• Bottom line: Absolutely NOT worth the hype or the irritation. 
  

Q-tips Precision Tips

• Price: $2.60
• Contains: 170 cotton swabs
• Honestly, I can't even remember why I picked these up but I found myself using them constantly! 
• The pointed tip was perfect if I went a little overboard while filling in my brows or painting my nails. 
• Most importantly these were wonderful for cleaning up mascara messes! If I ever got mascara onto my lid or under my eyes, I just waited for it to dry and then gently rubbed the leftover mascara with the q-tip until it flaked off.  
• Bottom line: For the variety of uses, and the price, it's a staple for my vanity! 

Aussie Sprunch Hairspray

• Price: $3.99
• Contains: 8.5 fl. oz. 
• I have been using this spray for years and gone through countless bottles!
• I use this whenever I scrunch my hair and it helps to give me some extra body and hold a more defined curl. (Occasionally I use it when my hair is straight to control fly-aways.)
• I generously apply the spray after towel-drying my hair and right before blow-drying.  This helps it to hold and define my natural curls and waves throughout the day. 
• Bottom line: This continues to be a favorite! 

Vaseline Aloe Fresh Body Lotion

• Price: $6.99
• Contains: 20.3 fl. oz. 
• This lotion manages to contains SPF 15 without having a heavy sunscreen scent or feeling slick or slimey on the skin. It has a nice, soft aloe smell. 
• This provided just the right amount of moisture for my skin without getting overly oily.
• I also love the pump top bottle; so convenient! 
• Bottom line: This may be my new favorite lotion! 

L'Oreal One Step Base Coat

• Price: $4.99
• Contains: .39 fl. oz. 
• This was the first base coat I have ever used and it instantly became a staple in my manicure routine!  
• This helps dark polishes come off with no trouble and leaves little to no staining on my nail beds. Although most base coasts claim to prolong the wear of nail polish, I haven't noticed it making much of a difference in that department.  
• It does have a blueish tint in the bottle, but it goes on totally clear. 
• Bottom line: This is a must-have, especially for only $4.99! 
  

Maybelline Clean Express Makeup Removal Wipes

• Price: $5.99
• Contains: 25 wipes
• The Elf Studio Wipes are my absolute favorite, and these are running a close second! 
• They are on the damp side and are extremely gentle and did not irritate my eyes at all. 
• They easily broke down and removed mascara.  So if you like the Clean Express Makeup Removal Solution, you'll love these!  
• Bottom line: Definitely would recommend and repurchase!