Wednesday, December 23, 2020

November 2020 Spiffy Socks Review

Spiffy Socks is a fun and affordable way to add some color to your wardrobe. They send high quality socks in a variety of designs, and their November package was so cute!

*Disclaimer: This box was sent to See, Shop, Love! in exchange for an honest review.

You can get men's and women's socks from Spiffy Socks for $11 per month. Here are their subscription options:

  • Monthly: $11 per month
  • Three Months: $31 every three months
  • Six Months: $61 every six months
  • Yearly: $119 every 12 months

Shipping is free to the U.S. and extra to other countries; the exact shipping price will vary based on where you live.

You can also buy individual pairs as a one-time purchase for $20 per pair.

Spiffy Socks are different from your average pair because they're made with bamboo fibers, which are twice as soft as cotton. These socks feel so good on my feet! They're thin but still keep your feet nice and cozy. The bamboo is also great at regulating temperature, so they'll keep you warm when it's cold out and won't overheat your feet in warmer weather.

I love the November pattern! The socks are blue with little black sharks, or I suppose they could be another fish? But they look like sharks to me.

Bottom Line: Spiffy Socks is a really fun subscription. I love their fun designs and high quality socks. They'd make a great gift for yourself or someone else!

Thursday, December 17, 2020

December 2020 Gramma in a Box Review

The holiday season means lots of cookies and treats for many families, and Gramma in a Box makes it easy to share candy and cookie creations with your loved ones!

*Disclaimer: This box was sent to See, Shop, Love! in exchange for an honest review.

Gramma in a Box is a monthly subscription that sends everything you need to create candy and cookie crafts. Each box has three crafts with enough supplies to create 15 to 20 individual treats.

Here are their pricing options:

  • Monthly: $20 per month
  • Three Months: $60 every three months
  • Six Months: $120 every six months
  • Baker's Dozen (13 Months): $245 every 13 months

You can also purchase a single box for $22 with no subscription. You can save 10% off the monthly, 3- and 6-month options by signing up for auto-debit, and 15% off the Baker's Dozen.

Shipping is included in all price options. Boxes ship on the first of the month and cancellations must be submitted by the 25th of the month to avoid the next month's charges. 


The December box featured holiday treats. All of the ingredients are individually sealed in plastic packaging. The only items you'll need to supply are basics like a bowl and spoon for mixing.


The first craft was my favorite this month, the California Snowman Pops. Gramma in a Box always has the most creative crafts, and this one is no exception!

I melted the included white chocolate discs and then spread them out on the (included) wax paper to form melted snowmen, then added the Reese's Cup, cut in half, as the hat. The eyes, carrot nose, M&Ms, and pretzel stick arms were all added in random spots to enhance the melting look.


The second craft, Holiday Wreaths, used the rest of the melting chocolate. I added in the green discs to the already melted white chocolate, then mixed in the cornflake cereal. The mixture was then spooned onto a pretzel ring base and decorated with green sprinkles and red hot candies.


The third craft is always cookies. The cookies are pre-baked and vacuum sealed, but it's still best to do your crafts within a week of receiving the box so that they're at their freshest. The December cookies were a Winter Cookies theme and had ornament, snowflake, snowman, and tree shapes. Red, white, and green frosting and various sprinkles were included for decoration.

Bottom Line: The creativity of the crafts from Gramma in a Box always impresses me! I loved making these December treats and am excited to share them with my family for Christmas.

Sunday, December 13, 2020

Perfect Hydration Alkaline Water Review

One thing I've always been good about when it comes to healthier living is drinking water. When I get thirsty, a cold glass of water is the only thing that will adequately quench my thirst. Perfect Hydration is committed to creating the finest water possible, and I tried them out.

*Disclaimer: This product was sent to See, Shop, Love! in exchange for an honest review.

Perfect Hydration: What is it? It's a bottle of water, but it's far from your basic tap water. The water is clean, purified, and goes through a proprietary filtration and alkalizing process. Staying hydrated is so good for you in a number of ways: it helps keep your skin pump, your mood up, and your body functioning properly. 

The alkaline level of Perfect Hydration water is 9.5+ pH. This means it is high alkaline, creating a fresh, crisp taste. Alkaline foods are known to counteract acidity, so this is a great way to balance out your diet. Perfect Hydration also adds a unique blend of electrolyte minerals after purification, without sodium or chlorine that is often used by most water brands.


But how does it taste? I drank this during my hapkido (Korean martial art) class and I have to say, I truly did taste a difference from standard filtered water. I know the word was already used in the description of the product, but the best way I can describe it is "crisp." It felt so much sharper, but in a good way, and refreshing to drink, especially during a high-intensity workout.

Perfect Hydration is available at conventional grocery and convenience stores and online at Amazon. The prices are affordable, with a 16.9 oz can at $1.49, a 20 oz bottle at $1.49, one liter at $1.99, 1.5 liters at $2.49, and one gallon at $5.99.

Bottom Line: I was impressed by the quality of Perfect Hydration and would definitely add this water to my hydration routine. Drinking enough water is so good for your health, and it's an easy way to help keep you feeling your best.

Sunday, November 29, 2020

Eco Lips Cyber Weekend Deal and Gift Guide

Eco Lips created the first organic lip balm on the market and I'm a huge fan of their products! They make great stocking stuffers or gift to yourself for the holidays.

*Disclaimer: These products were sent to See, Shop, Love! in exchange for an honest review.

 
Eco Lips has a USDA-certified organic facility that is powered by renewable and solar energy. They sustainably and ethically source all of their ingredients from trusted sources around the globe. They are Fair Trade Certified, Non-GMO Project Verified, and Leaping Bunny Certified as cruelty-free. Their lip balms are also gluten-free.

The Mongo Kiss lip balms are oversized balms made with Mongongo oil from Africa and fair trade certified cocoa butter. Mongongo oil is rich in polyunsaturated fatty acids, meaning they stay on your lips and keep them hydrated for longer than saturated fatty acids like coconut oil or monounsaturated oils like jojoba oil. The Mongongo oil is sourced from rural villages in Africa that help women create more self-worth while increasing their net worth. 

These balms are available in individual Blood Orange, Vanilla Honey, Peppermint, Yumberry, Pomegranate, Acai, Banana, Coconut, Strawberry Lavender, and Unflavored balms and as 3-, 4-, 6-, and 7-packs. You can also buy a set with one lip balm and one lip scrub, as pictured above.

I tried the Peppermint, Vanilla Honey, and Pomegranate balms and they all smell so good. The Mongongo oil feels so soothing and really does provide hours of moisture. The texture is very smooth on my lips.


The Brazilian Lip Tint is available as individual balms or with a bonus vegan vanilla lip scrub in the pack pictured above. The lip tint is also vegan and is made with ethically sourced Babaçu and Pracaxi oils and Cupuaçu butter from Brazil to nourish your lips.

The tint in this pack is flavored with passionfruit and provides matte coverage for every day use. The lip scrub preps lips for the colored tint and is made with sugar. The tint is lovely and provides just enough color for everyday use.

The Seasonal Balms are especially perfect for gift giving! They're available in Gingerbread, Raspberry Truffle, and Candy Cane flavors and are made with certified organic coconut oil, beeswax, and a dash of flavor. There are no artificial fragrances, colorants, or petroleum.

My favorite is the Candy Cane flavor, but all three smell great and are a festive way to keep your lips hydrated.


The LIP FOOD lip balms are available in Nourish, Pump, and Protect. Nourish is made with Lemon with spirulina blue-green algae, Plump is Rosemary Mint with chamomile mushroom extract, and Protect is Vanilla Lavnder with pumpkin seed oil.

These oversized balms are made with plant-based ingredients and organic jojoba oil and Fair Trade Certified cocoa butter. The plant-based ingredients vary per balm and provide nourishment and soothing moisture. These balms feel great on my lips and I love that they're made with organic and nutrient-rich ingredients.

  • Visit Eco Lips to browse their full line
    • Use coupon code HOLIDAYSHOP20 for 20% off everything through Monday, November 30th

Bottom Line: Eco Lips has a bunch of lip balms and other lip products at affordable prices. They make great gifts and there's surely something for everyone on your list!

 

Wednesday, November 25, 2020

Bombay Hair Curling Wand Review

Bombay Hair is creating hair extensions and styling tools to make sure your look is always on point! I tried one of their curling wands and am excited to share the results with you today.

*Disclaimer: This product was sent to See, Shop, Love! in exchange for an honest review.


Bombay Hair aims to provide the best hair extensions and styling tools at revolutionary prices. Instead of thin, expensive extensions, they wanted to create thick, lush extensions from Remy and virgin human hair at the best price possible.

They also have a line of beautiful styling tools made from various precious metals to help style both extensions and natural hair.

Bombay Hair has several heat styling tools, including curling irons with and without clamps, flat irons, hair dryers, a hair waver, and Curling Wands with 5-in-1 and 3-in-1 attachments

I received the 25mm Rose Gold Curling Wand, which is currently on sale for $52 for Black Friday!

The barrel is 100 percent titanium with a beautiful rose gold color and no clamp. It comes with a wand stand and heat resistant glove. The temperature is adjustable from 150˚F to 450˚F (65˚C to 230˚C).

Bombay Hair also offers a one year limited warranty on the wand and you can return or exchange full priced items within 14 days of receiving your order (items sold at a discount qualify for an exchange only and are subject to a restocking fee).

 
I love this wand! This was my first time using a clampless curling wand and I think the results are pretty nice. I like that it gives looser waves than a curling iron with a clamp, making it look more natural. It was pretty easy to use, but the heat glove is a nice accessory if you're just learning how to curl your hair (to keep you safe from any potential burns).
Bottom Line: I think the Bombay Hair 25mm Rose Gold Curling Wand is a great investment. It gave me lovely loose curls in just a few minutes. The product is high quality and I have no complaints!