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I was able ot claim a free sample from Rituals thanks to PopSugar dabble community. The sample arrived in the mail today. It was the Sakura body cream. I have tried this in the past and loved it. The cream is a white shade and very rich and creamy. It has a light cherry blossom scent. It is hydrating to […]
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Let’s face it after the time you take trying to choose a new cellphone the next biggest challenge is trying to find a case for it. Most times if your like me you have a few options or specs you’d like. No one wants a cheap phone case or one that’s not durable. Cases range from simple clear pliable silicone
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I recently was able to claim a free corner clothing rack from Iris thanks to Try it sampling. the product arrived earlier this week. The rack is stated to fit well in corners due to its triangular base. Assembly is required and I believe it’s the standard black. It is also sold in white. You can visit Iris for full
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I had a box from Pinchme today. it has a cat food sample can and some gift vouchers. This is the second made by nacho product I’ve been able to sample. The first was some freeze-dried cat treats. The cats liked them but they felt there wasn’t enough in the bag. This is a pate can of turkey and turkey
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I recently was able to request a free sample from Send Me a Sample. This sample was a haircare product from a brand named Carol’s Daughter. I was happy to try the product and see how well it worked. Well, it arrived a few weeks back. I tried it last week.
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Thanks to Try It Sampling and Sony for this complementary product and reviewing opportunity. The speaker includes everything you need in the box. Speaker, USB charging cable (wall adapter not included), instructions, and warranty info. The Speaker is very solid and sturdy. It includes a hanging strap. It also has easy-to-see and access buttons. The buttons also have indicator lights.
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I’d like to thank Dr. Zenovia for gifting me these products. I shared more via an Instagram post a little while ago. I was sent the following products: Scar Gel treatment, Bakuchiol hydrating cleanser, and 5% Benzoyl Peroxide acne spot treatment. SCAR GEL TREATMENT This scar gel is thick yet clings to the skin. it dries clear. It can be
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I had some items gifted to me by Replenix. I shared a post a few minutes ago on Instagram. The products are the following: CAFFEINE FORTIFIED CALMING SERUM This product is stated to help reduce redness. It includes Green tea as a key ingredient. You can learn more about current pricing and more details by visiting the link below: REDNESS
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Today I received a phone case from Home Tester Club. The case is for a Samsung Galaxy A 53 5G. The case is an integrated rigid plastic/polymer with silicone edges. It’s a bit tough to interest your phone but you will have to slide it in and pop it into place.
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There are a few sales that may interest some of you. visit the links for more info. derma-e FREE ESSENTIAL TRAVEL KIT WITH $35+ PURCHASE ($25 VALUE)GET 20% OFF YOUR FIRST ORDER e.l.f Fall Sale – 60% Off all No Budge Shadow Sticks for Beauty Squad Members! (Now $2, Usually $5) Sign up for Free!Fall Sale Early Access – 60%
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There are a few ways you can save or even earn free products when it comes to buying makeup. Of course, there are many popular rewards programs out there from the top makeup stores.
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I was recently introduced to Icelandic Provisions. They have a very creamy yogurt named Skyr. I was able to try a free sample product thanks to Social Nature. I’d had Greek yogurt and traditional yogurts in the past but never an Icelandic yogurt.
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Thanks, ot Sampler and Post it for these great free samples. I was sent a sample pack of Post It products. The pack included a few super sticky 3×3 post-it notes and flags and tabs. I’m not much of a flag user but the Post-it and the tabs will come in handy. Where to buy Post it products are sold
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I was able to sample a free product from Febreze thanks to Try it sampling. The Hygienic clean air product arrived late yesterday (8/24/2022). This air freshener can be used around dogs and cats. it offers a light mist formula. It can be used in the bathroom, kitchen, and other common areas. I liked that the trigger handle was easy
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Note: All links sourced via Google search. I happened upon an interesting post yesterday on social media. it shared a list of banned books. Be it the list fake or real it always amazes me which books make those lists. Some I can see have been banned for certain reasons. Now that everyone wants to be politically correct many books
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I recently won an Instagram giveaway that was held by Merit. Merit is a clean, vegan, and cruelty-free brand. I won a nice prize pack. It included one of each product they sell along with a canvas and cloth bag.
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In July I was selected by Ripple Street to test out a small travel size Arm & Hammer toothpaste. I tried the Complete care product. The toothpaste has fluoride and includes baking soda as a key ingredient.
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I was able to select a complementary product thanks to Try it sampling recently. This Pur cosmetics silky pout is a newer product. It’s a lipstick in pencil form. They call it a lip chubby. It’s currently sold in 4 shades. I chose the sugar plum which is a soft berry color. It is also sold in dusty rose, peachy
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This GSQ by Glamsuad pedicure kit arrived today. Thanks to try it sampling. The kit includes everything you need to give yourself a pedicure at home. 2 toe pillows Nail brush Stainless steel toenail clipper with silicone cover Contoured toe ο¬le Callus smoother 2 nail sticks Wide salon board I’d never seen a contour toe file. It’s an interesting cone
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I had a new pinchme box arrive today. product links Clorox products The wipes retail for around 99 cents USD. https://shop.clorox.com/products/clorox-disinfecting-wipes-on-the-go They can also be found at Target. The multi-surface mist retails for around $4 USD. There is also a larger size mist as well. https://shop.clorox.com/products/clorox-disinfecting-mist-multi-surface The bottle also offers refills all you need to do is swap out the
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Thanks to try it sampling for this complementary product and the testing opportunity. The foundation brush is easy to hold. The bristles are dense and compact. I liked that when applying foundation it didn’t fan out. The high-density bristles are very soft yet pliable. They glide nicely over the face. The brush isn’t too front-end heavy. it glides and rolls
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I recently was able ot try a Costa Brazil product. The Lua Moonlight body oil was the sample I was able to request. it was a social media ad. I had tried one other product from Costa Brazil in the past and liked it. This is body oil is stated to be used at night.
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header image created using photo joiner Thanks to Social nature I was able to try two products from Schar. I was able to redeem two free product coupons. The gluten-free crackers were very good. I especially liked the Rosemary table crackers. Both crackers have their own particular flare and use. The Table crackers have a great rosemary flavor. They also
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I came across Mondo Llama art supplies a while back while I was at Target. I was looking for a few metallic colors for some painting ideas I had. Well, I figured I’d pick up a few they were reasonably priced and a small enough jar that it wouldn’t dry out if I forgot about it.
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header image provided by Elementor’s affilate program. I decided to try a page builder when I opted to rebrand our website. Since I had heard good things about Elementor I figured I’d give it a try.
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Updated 8/10/2022 to add the product link. I was able to claim a free sample cleanser from Malin and Goetz via Instagram recently. This was a social media ad request. I’m not familiar with the brand so I’m excited to try the cleanser. Product link https://www.malinandgoetz.com/foaming-cream-cleanser?origin=purchase_email&sp_tracking_id=_wlowd-x525NClcP.BmPIXdYSoQ_NGC3BWPtNI6rIfmLZfiAUSsSOFkleZHneYDO2.ZXLQbQ2bivP-0fexugTM8w
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My mom had a fraud scare recently. I thought this was worth sharing. It seems she had an international money transfer request to her banking institution. The request was for more than $2,000 USD. It was going to be transferred into Japanese Yen.
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Derma-E was kind enough to gift me some products this month. I was sent a box with two products I’ve tried in the past and two that are new. Product links and info Sun Protection Mineral Powder SPF 30 I’m excited to try this. I’ve used their other standard mineral sunscreen which I like. This is a powder formulation that
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Chase logo source fly clipart There have been a number of text scams going around lately. I think a majority of them are phishing scams. Phishing scams are when someone calls, texts or emails you regarding a well-known company. it can be a bank, a store, or another website. The popular ones are Paypal, Amazon, and major credit cards and
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Since Life with Pal is a year old I thought I’d create a dedicated account for the blog. I will keep posting content to my general IG account which you are welcome to follow as well. https://www.instagram.com/lwpblog/ You can always follow my general Instagram account as well. https://www.instagram.com/nessa6297/
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Thanks to Replenix and Exclusive Beauty Club for gifting me these products. I was gifted the following products: BP 5% Acne Wash, Gly-Sal 5-2 Clarifying Pads, and Lightweight Multivitamin Moisturizer. The acne wash can be used once up to 3 times a day. It can help dry out acne. You will need to use sunscreen or limit your outdoor sun
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I thought I’d share a few streaming suggestions for paramount plus. I joined Paramount Plus back in 2021. I was happy with the selection and the fact that you have access to a few other networks as well such as Comedy Central, Smithsonian Channel, MTV, Nickelodeon, BET, and CBS. FYI Paramount plus took over for CBS all access streaming service.
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I was recently selected to test a Well People product thanks to Bzzagent. I was gifted a Well People Dewy Juice hydrating Aloe essence product. The essence is gel-like in its consistency and leaves a hydrating layer on the skin. it can be used after cleansing your face and followed up with a serum or moisturizer of your choice. The
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Note: Samples in the header image may not reflect samples offered by Your Favorite Samples by Perrigo. A while ago I was able to join the Perrigo sampling program. which recently changed its name to Your Favorite Samples by Perrigo. So far I’ve been able to try a few different products. You will be required to review them. The reviewing
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I was recently able to select a few free products thanks to Your Favorite Samples by Perrigo. I selected a variety of Burt’s bees children’s products. Even though I don’t have any kids I figured I’d try them out to see what they were like. I was able to select 6 items in total. Here’s my Instagram post Burt’s bees
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Ripple Street selected me to try Natur’s Bounty Jellybeans vitamins not long ago. They sent me a box filled with a variety of jellybean products. I was sent 1 adult multi jellybeans, 3 adult immune jellybeans as well as 3 kids multi jellybeans and 3 kids immune jellybeans.
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post updated 7/30/2022 to include some issues with the deodorant and the refillable base. product update: I thought I’d update this post and add some info about my user experience with the Dove Refillable deodorant. Well now that summer is upon us I haven’t used it much at all. I also had a bit of an issue with the refillable
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After being a cat owner for 20 years I knew cats would get jealous or have hurt feelings. I’ve also found that Siamese cats are a breed all their own. They seem to follow their own rules and have their own cattitude.
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I was recently selected to try an It Cosmetics product thanks to Bzzagent. I was sent a full-size jar of It Cosmetics Confidence in a cream. The cream is stated to be one of their best sellers. I’ve had mixed results with previous It Cosmetics products so I was excited to see how well this would work. The moisturizer is
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Here are a few things that are coming soon to Paramount plus. Visit the links for full details and current offers.
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A while ago I shared that I had been able to select a free sample Aussie product thanks to P&G Everyday community. It took me a bit to start using the conditioner but so far I’ve loved it.
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I recently joined Peekage and was able to try a free product. I will note that depending on the product you may have to pay a fee for shipping. This may not be the case for all products but it’s good to know. The app is available for Android and Apple phones. It’s free to join and easy to sign
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Did you know you can order select shipping supplies for free from the United States Post office? I did and they come in handy.
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When most people think of backlit keyboards they usually think of gamers. But this isn’t always the case. I tried a backlit keyboard a few years ago and haven’t gone back to a traditional one since. For me, I think I like the whimsy of them and the ability to see your keys if you are working in a dimly
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My Pinchme box arrived today. It included some interesting products. Product information Eva NYC Brass to Sass leave-in conditioner I was sent two packets of this product. According to the packet it can be used on dry or damp hair. It has a blue hue to combat brassiness. It can be used on all hair types (including colored hair). You
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Let’s face it when you typically think of glow-in-the-dark paint you think of Halloween right? Well, I know I do. I also think of fun with black lights too. But I found a few uses for it that are pretty helpful.
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Here are a few posts that may interest you. Visit the links below to learn more. I will try to update the list when the need arises. blog posts video posts
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Post update 7/16/2022: To include a new text message I had an interesting text message today. I was sent a text from Amazon. It was a typical phishing text scam. These scams are becoming more and more common lately.
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Well, it’s summer and now that the weather is heating up I’d like to share a few tips on how to care for feral cats in your neighborhood. Granted I know not everyone likes ferals or community cats but they need care too.I also know this is a year-round activity depending on where you may live. But when temperatures soar
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I’ve had two fake email scams from a Gmail account claiming to be associated with Fashion Nova. Both emails are invitations for collaborations. I have never purchased from or even promoted Fashion Nova. I thought the emails were a bit suspicious because they were claiming you would be sent PR boxes and be paid a large amount for postings. I
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Social Nature is a great website that offers a variety of samples. Some are in the form of a free product coupon others may be an actual product sample. You may also be sent discount coupons as well. They have a wide variety of products to test as well. They recently partnered with a few vegan and gluten-free brands. You
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Here are a few deals that are happening right now. visit the links for full pricing and details. Macy’s Save on select Polo Ralph Lauren styles starting at 25% offDeal of the Day! Save 60% On Women’s Swimwear65% Off 1000 Thread Count Bergen 100% Egyptian Cotton Sheet Sets25-50% off Fragrances Target Sun’s out, sneaks out. Find men’s sneakers made for
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I tried a free Thayer’s toner a few weeks ago. The product is very refreshing to the skin. I liked that it was alcohol-free. I tried the original unscented formula. It’s easy to use and you can apply it with a cotton round or your hands. I pat it on my skin. I find it very cooling. I didn’t have
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header image created using canva. How does time fly. Life with Pal is a year old today. We’ve come a long way from being a free blog on Tumblr. We’ve had a name change and even have a shop.
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I was selected to test a product from Ripple street. The Arm & Hammer compete care toothpaste is a 0.9 oz tube. It’s in fresh mint flavor. This product can be found at Kroger locations across the country. You can find the nearest location near you by visiting the Arm&Hammer product link. You will need to select the product size
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Bzzagent recently selected me to try a product from It cosmetic. The cream is a yellowish shade. It seems to have a thick consistency. I’ll know more once I try it. But it looks very creamy. It also has a scent to it. From what I found online is that the product is sold at various retailers. It retails for
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NEW Game Up Collection – Grab a piece of this 8-piece Limited Edition collectionBig Mood Mascara now comes in Bold Blue and Deep Green! Shop now, only $8Glow all day with the new C-bright Putty Primer – boosted with 2% vitamin C and only $12
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This Madison park shower curtain arrived yesterday afternoon. It’s made of cotton and has a floral It’s from Madison Park. I found this under a few different names but It seems to be sold at a few different retailers. The curtain is made from cotton twill. it’s machine washable. according to the label, it’s machine wash cold and tumble dry
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There seem to be a few different types of Collaboration or Content Creation emails going around lately. I recently shared one that claimed to be the fashion brand, Fashion Nova. That being said I’m always a bit wary of these types of requests because many come from companies I’m not familiar with. Or they are from overseas companies. Some may
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Thanks to Replenix and Exclusive Beauty Club for these gifted products. I was gifted the following products: Replenix Lifting + Firming Neck Cream Retinol Smooth + Tighten body lotion A Replenix branded nail file. product links Here are the links to the products I was gifted. visit the links to see current pricing and product details. Lifting + Firming neck
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Being that it’s the 4th of July weekend many stores are having some great deals. Visit the links for full information. Some sales may be subject to change. Here are a few links that might interest some of you. Belkin Belkin has a variety of tech products on sale this weekend. 15% off select earbuds and chargers with code Best
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Earlier this week I had two suspected phone scam calls. One claimed to be from Bank of America and the other was from Discover. I would usually not think much of these but I’ve noticed a surge in Bank and Credit card companies alerting customers to scams. I’ve been having at least one to two emails a week.
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intro:0:00Product overview:1:10armrest and tilt overview: 3:39Other Info: 5:55chair price: $249 USD OdinLake recently reached out to me. I wasn’t very familiar with the brand but they have ergonomic chairs. They were kind enough to send me a complimentary chair to review and share my feedback. I was sent the CORE 625 chair. This chair has a mesh back, lumbar support,
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Picky is a website and app simlar to Influenster. You can share your opinions on skincare products. You can also earn points and possible free products for testing. I haven’t used the app much but I did sign up. I’ve also applied for products they have for testing. You can visit the link provided to join don’t forget to include
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Updated: 7/1/2022 to add a new email that was sent to me. I had an interesting email sent to me by a company claiming to be Fashion Nova. For those of you who aren’t familiar with the brand. Fashion Nova is considered to be a fast-fashion company that sells affordable priced clothing and accessories. I’d like to add that I
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I recently was able to try a free bottle of Downy Wrinkle Guard thanks to Try it sampling. I’ve never been a big user of fabric softener/conditioner but I figured I’d give it a try. It arrived fairly quickly. I’ve been using it for a few days now and I’ve found some pros and cons about the product.
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This morning I happened to see an interesting post on Instagram. Someone thought that it was in poor taste for a blogger to ask followers for money. Now I don’t know the extent of the request nor do I feel it’s my place to judge that person. But that being said it got me thinking about the topic of money
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I had a decor item arrive this week. It’s an Alpine Corporation 19-inch star. The star offers 6 light modes and includes a hanging cutout. Hanging cable not included. The star has 6 light modes that loop. The light patterns are the following: Here’s a short reel showing the light features. They may not appear in order. The Star omits
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Father’s day is this Sunday. So I thought I’d post a few gift ideas for dad.
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