August 2023

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These Products worked well in 90-plus degree heat

I thought I’d share a few products that surprised me by how well they held up in high heat. The products were worn by myself in 90-plus-degree heat. Please excuse the fact that I didn’t take photos. It was a busy day and I didn’t think about it beforehand.

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I was sent a DM offering me a Job. I think it’s a Scam

With everyone using Social media these days you may be contacted by many folks. Every platform has messaging. Instagram has direct messaging. Well, I had an interesting DM today. I was added to a bulk message via Instagram. The thing is the person was sending out random DM’s offering a job. Job offers aren’t anything new but this offer didn’t

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Thanks for the Samples Loreal and Sampler

I was fortunate enough to be able to claim a box full of various products from L”Oreal brands. The box arrived today. Let me say it didn’t disappoint. The box was a collab for the Essense festival. Products included in the box The box includes a variety of products from skincare to haircare and makeup. The box included a few

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I had another UPS package delivery scam text

I had a new UPS package delivery scam text today. It arrived at 2 a.m. I of course didn’t see it until later. As we know UPS delivery scam texts aren’t anything new. This one was a bit longer than usual but it could have fooled someone if they didn’t read it fully.

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Pal’s blog is clearing out old content

Hi all, I hope you are having a good week. Mine has been a bit chaotic but that’s not anything new. I just thought I’d let you that I will be clearing out old blog content. Mainly any old sales or deals posts that aren’t valid anymore. So please excuse any 404 errors or posts about not being able to

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A new collab request featuring Levi’s is hitting creators’ inboxes

Levi’s vector image source Vectorseek. Over the weekend I had a new collab request email. The email was sent to my old Reviews and Savings Pal email address. I still get a number of emails there asking for content creation or collaborations or even reviews. But this one was a bit different. It claimed to be from Levi’s.

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Deals at elf

Elf is having some great deals right now. Visit the links for more info. Beauty Squad Only Summer Fridays: Get 1 Juicy GWP with $50Affiliate Exclusive! Beauty Squad Members can get 30% off orders of $30+ at e.l.f. Cosmetics with code: ELF30NEW! liquid poreless putty primer, $10Protect your skin and your look with Suntouchable! All Set For Sun SPF 45,

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We will be away from our desk

Hi All, I hope you are doing well. I’m fine. Meet Olive I don’t know if any of you saw our Instagram post last week but we have a new friend. Her name is Olive. Here’s a picture of her from 8/2/2023 She will be 6 weeks old this week. So if you’ve cared for a young kitten you know

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Update: Delicate cleansing shampoo

I’m nearly to the end of the Delicate Cleansing Shampoo by Shu Uemura. The full product name is Delicate comfort deep cleanser Shampoo. The product is very hydrating and cleansing. I loved that it didn’t leave my hair stringy or dry. Even with the summer heat it cleansed my hair but didn’t strip it. The shampoo is gentle and is

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Thanks for the skincare Derma-E

I had a nice surprise arrive today. Derma-E gifted me some products. The box contains the following: Product info I’ve tried these products in the past and loved them. Acne Deep Pore Cleansing wash This product has Salicylic acid, Chamomile, and Tea Tree oil. I liked that it was refreshing to use and did give your skin a slight tingle.

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Back to school deals

Post was updated on 8/16/2023 to add a new end date for the Logitech promo. There are some great Back to School deals happening right now. So I thought I’d share a few. discounts Student/Teachers Did you know Target is giving a discount to Teachers and College students? It’s a one-time 20% discount. You do need to verify your school

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Thanks for the free stuff Sampler

I had a sampler Box arrive today. The box included two free samples. The box included a Cetaphil lotion sample and a can of Wild Planet tuna. I’ve tried the brands before. I’ve tried 3 or 4 Wild Planet products over the last few years and loved them. The product I was sent this time was Skipper Jack Tuna. The

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