2PM Essentials Frosted Cobalt Blue Roller Bottles

These Frosted Cobalt bottles from 2 PM Essentials are just gorgeous! I have recently delved into the world of essential oils, and these bottles make mixing, storing and applying my concoctions both convenient and pleasant.  

First things first, you need to get the roller balls into the glass bottles. This was basically impossible for me. The force I had to apply ruined both of the plastic toppers that I had. The edges peeled off, from scraping against the glass. 

I sent 2 PM Essentials an email with my problem and they mailed out some replacement roller balls. These ones were a lot easier the get in, and out, on the first try. The ones I had must have been defective, but the company was quick to resolve my issue. A+ for customer service.

The bottles stand up on their on, and the mouths of the bottles are large enough to easily fill up with oils. I fill them with carrier oils and then a few drops of the essential oils I would like and shake them. No leaks! I love that they are made of glass because the oils will not degrade, and the rollers are made of stainless steel so they will also hold up well. 

The replacement balls fit perfectly into the bottles. I have stored them right side up, inverted. and sideways with no leaks! The oils I have mixed, roll out wonderfully. Not too much, not too little. These work great and look great.

These roller bottles were a great addition to my collection of essential oil accessories. I give them 5 out of 5 stars and would recommend them. 


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I received this product at a discount, in exchange for my honest, unbiased opinion. 

~Crystal Vicious

LINKYO Liquid Chalk Markers

As an arts and crafts enthusiast and artist, I've always been interested in trying out liquid chalk markers. They seem like such a neat medium and they can be used on pretty much any non-porous surface if you want to erase it, and on any porous surfaces if you want your work to be permanent. I got this great set of 20 colors from LINKYO. It comes with brights, pastels, even metallics. All the colors you need to create some neat art. 

The package has the instructions on how to prime each marker before use, by pumping the marker. The double sided tips have both a chiseled and round end, so you can swap them around to suit your needs. The package came with two replacement tips in case you lose or damage any. 

In my case, I damaged the first marker I used. You need to be VERY careful capping these markers, the inside of the caps are made in a way that if you don't slip them on just right you will split your tip. I didn't have any problem with the flow of the markers, and they only had a faint smell, the metallics were a bit stronger smelling.

Let me talk about the surfaces I was able to write on. My writing looks terrible but I had just primed all 20 markers, so my hand was a bit tired. Once the markers are initially primed, you only have to pump them once or twice when they start to dry up.

Dry Erase White Board - The markers worked pretty well on the whiteboard. Some colors showed up better then others, and some were a bit harder to erase, even using a wet paper towel, and then a dry one to clean up. I needed to use some elbow grease.

Mirror - I loved how this worked on mirror. I wrote a quote that my boyfriend always says on my bedroom mirror, and I left it there. It's cleaner than writing notes in lipstick. It erased easily from the mirror.

Paper - They worked well on paper, I would use these for large writing in scrapbooks or on cards and invitations. Most of the colors were nice and vibrant.

Glass - I loved how the chalk markers looked on glass, but it will wipe off if you rub it hard enough. If you want it to be permanent, be careful.

Canvas Panels - This was actually done on a whim. I colored a bit of a canvas with the chalk marker and it looked amazing! I'm actually going to do a whole series of panels now.

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I thought these Chalk Markers were really cool. They are a great value compared to the ones I have seen in craft stores. I give them 4 out of 5 stars. The only thing I would change would be the caps, because they are kind of a pain to line up. I would recommend these to anyone that loves DIY and art projects.


I received this product for free in exchange for my honest, unbiased opinion.

~Crystal Vicious

CentiMom Tea Infuser Gift Set

I love anything to do with tea! When I saw this tea set I was ecstatic. This set comes with three tea infusers of varying sizes. They remind me of Matryoshka dolls. 

Each has its own weighted chain, and a drip tray to rest on after you are done brewing. Hooray for less mess! The set also comes with a perfect teaspoon to measure out just the right amount of tea, for one cup or three. I had never used this type of infuser, so I was eager to see how everything worked, especially the weight on the chains.

All the items are made of stainless steel. They are easy to clean. Two the tops came off easily, but the smallest one gave me some trouble. One of the little hooks on the bottom seemed out of position compared to the others. I used a butter knife to move it a bit and now it works like a charm. Thank goodness, because I use that little one all the time. 

The spoon was such a nice addition to the set. It has a nice long handle so I was able to easily reach the bottom of my tea canisters to grab some loose tea leaves. Something that seems so simple can really make a difference. 

The drip trays are also wonderful. I set the infuser in it to load it with tea, and then after brewing, I stick it right back into place. No mess, no fuss. Perfect! The weights are by far the neatest thing! You just have to stick the hook in any link on the chain, and like magic, it stays. I put my infusers, high, low, in between and they stayed put.

I brewed all kinds of loose tea and have NO leaves escape from the infuser. I even made Matcha tea, which is a very fine powder, which usually clumps up on me. The holes on the infuser helped strain the Matcha and it made a perfect cup, with no clumps and only the fine powder that should be there. This made me very happy because I don't have the space for all the tools needed to make Matcha correctly.

I am totally in love with this gorgeous set and give it 5 out of 5 stars! I would recommend it to any tea drinker out there. 

I was supplied a sample for testing and evaluation, in return for my honest opinion.

This awesome Tea Set is available on Amazon.  #CentiMom

These Tea Infusers are from CentiMom.com, a site that was started by a mom to share healthy basics and family solutions, and now she is growing her new business. 

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~Crystal Vicious

Purfecto Tea Infuser Water Bottle

The Purfecto Tea Infuser Water Bottle has become my new best friend. I don't go anywhere without it! This bottle is so versatile, I can use it for plain old water or infuse it with tea or fruit! 

The bottle is double walled glass, so it keeps my drinks hot or cold. The bamboo lid is gorgeous and is lined with silicone so it doesn't drip! It comes with a stainless steal infuser that can be removed or left inside while you sip. 

The bottle is nice and big, yet comfortable for my fairly small hands. The lid creates an amazing seal, even when upside down this bottle doesn't leak! The parts are sturdy and everything is easy to clean. The mouth of the bottle is large, I was nervous at first, but I have yet to spill a drop.

The infuser is so amazing, that I am able to make lazy Matcha tea. I don't have the correct tools, so my Matcha always comes out chunky. When making it in this bottle, the infuser actually sifts the powder and makes an awesome cup of Matcha tea. Amazing!!

This bottle is Purfecto! I use it all the time, for travel, in my home. I love it! I give it 5 out of 5 stars and would recommend it to anyone that wants a glass water bottle, especially for infusion! 

I received this product for free in exchange for my honest, unbiased opinion.

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~Crystal Vicious

Santa Medical SM-150 Fingertip Pulse Oximeter

I have this funky medical condition known as POTS. When you have POTS you get Tachycardia. My doctors appreciate when I monitor my heart rate. I have a more expensive Pulse Oximeter, but I wanted a second one as backup and for travel and whatnot. The Santa Medical SM-150 came with a pulse oximeter, batteries, a lanyard, carrying pouch and instructions.

It seemed pretty simple to use. Like all Pulse Oximeters, you just need to place your finger inside. I found it to be very testy about how far my finger was pushed into place. Unless I had it pressed very firmly against the back, it would not register my finger and would just shut off instantly. After getting the hang of placing my finger just right, the device worked satisfactorily.

I compared the readings of both the SM-150 and my more expensive Pulse Ox, and the readings were pretty much the same. As far as accuracy, it's pretty good, especially for it's value. The display is large, bright, and easy to interpret. I give this 4 out of 5 stars, and would recommend it. 

I purchased this pulse oximeter at a discount in exchange for my honest and unbiased opinion. 

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~Crystal Vicious

Gshine® Extendable Selfie Stick

The Gshine Selfie Stick is my very first Selfie Stick and I am already in love with it! I don't know how I have gone so long without trying one of these guys, especially as not only an avid photographer, but as someone who uses their cell phone camera as much as their DSLR. 

It is indeed "Pocket" or Purse sized, starting out at only 6.5 inches in length and only weighs 118 grams. Even though the stick itself is very lightweight, it was able to support the weight of my iPhone 5 inside an Otterbox case with no problems keeping the phone in the position I had put it in.

The Selfie Stick has three tiers that can be extended separately to a maximum length of 18.5 inches. This gives you a lot of options when it comes to framing your shots, you can extend a little or a lot! I love this feature! It also came with two mounts, plus a GoPro Screw. This stick is super versatile.

My favorite feature is the Bluetooth shutter button! It was super easy to connect to my iPhone. It fits nicely on a clip that attaches to the stick for hands free use, or you can pop it off of the stick and use it in your hand, which is what I preferred. Despite being lightweight, this stick was very durable. It doesn't feel flimsy at all. The grip on the handle is comfortable. 

I absolutely love this Selfie Stick and cannot wait to go on some adventures and capture so much more beauty in background of my group photos with this awesome gadget. I give it 5 out of 5 stars and would recommend it.

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I received this product at a discount in exchange for my honest, and unbiased opinion.

~Crystal Vicious

Garnier SkinActive

Garnier Micellar Cleasing Water:

HALF of our makeup removed with Micellar Water!

I was surprised by how much I liked this product. I never thought I could wipe my face with a cotton pad and be satisfied with the level of cleanliness. Garnier Micellar Cleasing Water was so simple to use. I was nervous about putting it near my eyes, but it didn't sting or anything. Amazing! It wiped off my foundation and dark eye shadow and mascara so effortlessly. It also left my skin feeling, clean, fresh, and soft. And no rinsing needed!! No sink? No Problem! It has no fragrance, which was great. I have sensitive skin, and I had zero redness and no irritation. There is even a cleanser for waterproof makeup. I loved this product and would definitely recommend it. I give it 5 out of 5 stars. 

CLEARLY BRIGHTER BRIGHTENING & SMOOTHING DAILY MOISTURIZER SPF 15:

Pros: This moisturizer went on easily, and even better my make up went on top of it like a dream!! I've never put make up over a better lotion or sunscreen before. My skin started to look brighter and smoother in less than 2 weeks. Cons: I did not enjoy the scent. It smells a lot like sunscreen, and yes it is SPF 15 so that is to be expected. I just have a highly sensitive sense of smell. I also have very sensitive skin, so the lotion did sting my face for an hour or so after application, but it dissipated. I will continue to use this lotion though, especially in the summer months when I just learn to deal with the smell of sunblock for the benefits of it. I will see if I can get used to the slight sting because this does make my skin look and feel great in the long run, and I LOVE putting my make up over it. It is such a great base. I would totally recommend it to anyone without sensitivities, and even if you are sensitive, it is worth a try. I give the moisturizer 4 out of 5 stars.

Check out the whole Ganier SkinActive line here.

I received these products for free, in exchange for my honest, unbiased opinion. 

~Crystal Vicious