enjoy shampoo + conditioner {review + giveaway}

Like I mentioned in my last post, my hair and I do not get along. Even though my hair is naturally dry, I still color-process and heat-process it and use all sorts of fancy products to get my locks to mind their manners (fyi: i'll be doing a whole post of my fav hair products soon!). In my search for my the perfect products, many, MANY products have failed me. There are so many gimmicky products that claim miracles and do absolutely NOTHING, so when I find a product that actually makes a visible difference in my hair I am overjoyed. I've been experimenting with quite a few new hair products recently, and I honestly hated like five or six products in a row. They either didn't do anything or made my hair feel worse. Then these babies arrived in my mailbox.

I've heard so many good things about the Enjoy Luxury line from bloggers, YouTubers, and magazines over the past two years, but to be honest...I never gave it a chance because I thought it might be an overhyped, super-expensive product. While the price tag isn't small, I can now say that it is a great product. I've been using the Luxury Shampoo and Conditioner for a few weeks now, and I have seen a noticeable difference in my hair's texture and manageability.


Enjoy Sulfate-Free Luxury Shampoo 10.1 fl oz / 300 ml $24.14
When I saw that this shampoo was sulfate-free, I had my doubts. I've had REALLY bad luck with sulfate-free shampoos. I know that they're better for color-treated hair, but I honestly cannot stand a shampoo that doesn't lather. I also feel like most sulfate-free shampoos leave my feeling oily and flat. With all of that said, I could not have been more wrong about this shampoo. It lathers just as well as a normal shampoo would, and it leaves your hair feeling clean and not stripped. I really love this shampoo. The only thing I can fault it on is the packaging and the smell. I feel like the shampoo's quality matches but the price tag, but I feel like the plastic bottle does not. I wish it came in a little sturdier, higher-quality packaging. Also, I am not crazy about the fake banana scent, but I can live with it because it doesn't linger in your hair for too long. With all that said, it's my new go-to shampoo!


Enjoy Luxury Conditioner  10.1 fl oz / 300 ml $27.84

This conditioner is definitely more of a hair mask or deep conditioning treatment than a traditional conditioner. It's super rich and moisturizing and has an extremely thick consistency. My hair is very dry, so I only wash my hair about 2-3 times a week- so I can use this conditioner every time I shower. If you have normal hair, this conditioner might be better as a once a week treatment. Again, totally in love. My hair has been smooth, manageable, and much more obedient :) I have noticed less breakage on my ends, and I have had a substantial decrease in fly-away, wayward pieces of hair. I love, love, love this conditioner, but again...not a fan of the scent or packaging. This super thick conditioner would be much easier to use in a container with a screw-on lid. The plastic squeeze bottle is just too hard to get product out of. It also has a fake banana smell, but I love the texture of this product so much that I let it slide!

I would highly recommend this shampoo and conditioner to anyone with color-treated, very dry/damaged hair. It's definitely more of an investment purchase, but it might be a nice treat to use once a week if you're on a budget! Enjoy is sold exclusively at professional hair salons, and you can find a salon near you at the Enjoy Hair website.

I can now say that I'm definitely a fan of the Enjoy Luxury line, and I'm so happy that one of my readers will get a chance to try out these products for themselves! Enjoy has generously offered to giveaway one set of the Enjoy Luxury line!

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Product was sent for review; however, all opinions are my honest and genuine thoughts. Enjoy is generously providing the giveaway prize. 

yu-be skin and body {review + giveaway!}

While my facial skin is as oily as can be, my lips, hair, and skin are on the opposite end of the spectrum- super dry...and I mean dry. Alligator skin, flaky lips, and straw-like hair are not a good look, so I've made it my lifelong mission to find the most hydrating products to alleviate my dry skin. I'm always drawn to the moisturizers with fancy packaging and delicious scents, and while they do provide moisture temporarily, I don't really feel like they're treating the dryness- they're just covering it up. 

I recently had the opportunity to try out a few products from the Yu-Be line, and I jumped at the chance because I had recently seen the line mentioned in Lucky, Elle, and InStyle. Apparently, Yu-Be's Moisturizing Skin Cream is the #1 selling medicated skin cream in Japan, and their entire line of products are medicated moisturizers formulated for sensitive skin. I was really curious to see how my skin reacted to these products because they seemed kind of hyped-up. I tested out five products in total, and I was really impressed overall- definitely lives up to the hype. 

Moisturizing Body Lotion 10.25 fl oz / 300ml $29 : This body lotion has a glycerin-based formula with vitamin E, B2, and camphor. I really liked this lotion. While it wasn't greasy, it did take a few minutes to absorb into my skin completely. My skin felt completely moisturized and stayed smooth all day long. The camphor smell is definitely there (smells like Vicks Vaporub or menthol), but I noticed that it faded away completely about 1-2 minutes after applying the lotion. I also really like the functional packaging of this product. I love products that have pumps, and this lotion also has an additional piece that goes underneath the pump for traveling to prevent spillage.  This product can be apparently be used on your body and face; however, I wouldn't use it on your face unless you have very dry skin. The price is a bit high for a lotion, though- even a very good lotion.

Foaming Skin Polish 7oz / 200g $18 : This exfoliating product contains rice bran grains, ginger and ginseng extracts, green tea, geranium oil, and camphor to gently remove dead skin while providing some hydration. I really like this scrub because it's a good moderate level of exfoliation. The rice bran grains are small enough to be gentle and non-irritating, but there are enough particles in the product to actually provide exfoliation. The skin polish is slightly moisturizing, but it's doesn't leave any film or residue. I didn't notice any smell with the skin polish, and I've really been enjoying using this before self tanning. This scrub is another product that can be used on the face or body. I really do enjoy using this product, but again...a little pricey!

Heel & Elbow Moisturizing Socks 1 pair / $13 : These are very thin socks that cover the heel of your foot or your elbow. They're made with a bacteria-absorbing material called chitosan, but they feel like a normal cotton sock. Basically, you soak your heels or elbows in warm water, apply the moisturizing skin cream to are, and cover the area with the socks to lock in the moisture overnight. I did feel like this product made a big difference to my dry heels, but I'm not really sure the socks were necessary. I think that normal socks could have easily been substituted in- the skin cream is really the miracle worker, not the socks.

Moisturizing Skin Cream 1.25 oz / 33g $16 : This cream is the signature product in the Yu-Be, and it's apparently the #1 selling medicate skin care cream in Japan. This thick glycerin balm can be used for extremely dry skin, cuticles, chapped lips, cracked heels, calluses, and sunburns. I really do love this stuff. So far, I've enjoyed using the skin cream as a heavy-duty lip balm, hand cream, and cuticle cream. The cream resembles a body butter in appearance, but it feels more like a hydrating makeup primer when you apply it. It's not greasy or oily, and while it does have a slight camphor smells at first it dissipates quickly. I do not use this as an all-over moisturizer- it's more of an ointment for severely dry areas and problem spots.

Lip Therapy 0.15 oz / 4.2g $5 : This lip balm contains camphor and vitamin E to sooth dry, chapped lips. It's unflavored and has a light and slightly sweet rosemary scent. It's extremely moisturizing, yet there isn't a greasy or glossy appearance to the lips after applying this balm. I've been using this lip balm every day underneath my lipstick or lipgloss, and I feel like it's a great lip primer. Although it's marketed solely as a lip balm, I feel like this product could also be used on cuticles or extremely dry patches of skin. 

Overall, I really enjoyed using Yu-Be's entire line, and I think the products are unique and effective. I'd definitely consider purchasing all of these products; however, I'm not really sure the socks are worth the money.  I do think the prices are a little on the steep side, but I can appreciate that they're multi-functional and gentle enough to use on your face and body. In my opinion, the standout is definitely their signature moisturizing skin cream.

Now on to the fun part! Would you like to try out these products for yourself? Yu-Be has kindly offered to send an Ashley Brooke reader a sample pack of products to try out for themselves! To enter, simply fill out the Rafflecopter form below. Good luck!

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Products were sent for review; however, all opinions stated my genuine and honest opinions. Yu-Be generously offered to provide the giveaway prize. 

back from vegas!

 Hi ladies! So sorry for the absence...I've been in Vegas! My dad has a work conference in Las Vegas every year, so he normally hops on over to LA to visit me. This year, I thought I'd visit him in Vegas- my dad couldn't believe that I lived only a few hours away and had never been. I'm pretty boring lol, so I thought Vegas wouldn't be a good fit for a vacation. I was definitely wrong! After touring all of the gorgeous hotels/casinos and eating at some amazing restaurants, I'm officially a fan! Here's a recap of my week- be sure to follow me on Instagram to get daily updates.  I had such an amazing time, and I can't wait to get back into the swing of blogging. This week I'll be announcing the winners of my 1st Blogiversary Giveaway, reviewing a few products, and holding giveaways for My Memories scrapbooking software, Benefit cosmetics, Invite Cottage, Honey Bunches of Oats, and more! 

Also, be sure to check out the group giveaway going on right now at Here's to You, Mrs. Robinson . I'm giving away a 250x250 ad space, and there are 10 other prizes up for grabs!

    

 From top left clockwise: 1. Check in at the Paris hotel 2. Eiffel Tower at Paris
3. Another shot of the gorgeous Paris hotel 4. Inside the Venetian hotel 5. Gondala rides inside Venetian
6. City shopping streets inside the Venetian 7. Beautiful ceilings inside the Wynn  8. Waterfall near the exit of the Wynn 9. The BEST fried rice of my entire life at Red at the Wynn 10. Menu from Red at the Wynn
11. Super cool ceiling at Red 12. The most amazing umbrella waterfall at the Wynn 13. They had ongoing shows that displayed on this waterfall, and people also danced on the water in front of it! 14. My favorite garden walkway in the Wynn

one year blogiversary giveaway!

A few weeks ago, Ashley Brooke officially had its first blogiversary! I knew I wanted to do a giveaway, but I couldn't think of the right prize. I have been so blessed to meet some amazing people and discover many incredible blogs over the past year- all thanks to my little blog :) I thought the best way to thank you for helping make my blog a success was to help other blogs! That's why for my 1st Blogiversary giveaway I'll be giving away seven advertising spots on Ashley Brooke! Entering is super simple- there are tons of ways to enter in the Rafflecopter form below! 

Thank you for an amazing first year blogging! 

I'm so excited for the fun things happening on Ashley Brooke this year! 

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{closed} printrunner giveaway {100 5x7 postcards!}

I'm a huge DIY-er, especially when it comes to stationery related products! I actually created most of the stationery products for my wedding except for my save-the-dates and stationery (didn't want to take a risk on those!), so I am constantly on the hunt for affordable and high-quality printing companies. I'm so happy that I found a printing company with 1. high quality products 2. affordable prices 3. a location fairly close to me! May I introduce you to PrintRunner and afterwards, you'll get a chance to win 100 free 5x7 color postcards from PrintRunner!

PrintRunner.com, a full service high quality printing company, was established ten years ago in Southern California with little more than a small press and a dream. Their commitment to provide the best value and high quality full color printing at affordable price is what made their company grow. PrintRunner offers convenient online printing services. Be sure to check out their site to print postcards! 

Giveaway!

Now, who wants to win some postcards? PrintRunner has generously offered to giveaway 100 5x7 postcards to one lucky Ashley Brooke Reader! To enter, simply fill out the Rafflecopter form below!

Prize Details: 100 5x7 postcards, 4/0 front only printing, 14 pt, UV coating on the front, rounded corners, no proof, ready to ship in 4 business days. Giveaway is open to US residents only, ages 18 years and above. Winners are only allowed to win one PrintRunner giveaway over a six-month period

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FTC Disclaimer: Thank you to PrintRunner to providing the prize for this giveaway. I am eligible to receive the same prize for hosting this giveaway.

{closed} sneakpeek {$25 gc giveaway!}

 I know you all love shopping just as much as I do, especially when there are great deals available. I recently found out about sneakpeeq, a new shopping site that features amazing deals (I found things marked 90% off!) on the most adorable products.  I found all sorts of cute things, and they have boutiques featuring home, style, and food products. Here are a few things from sneakpeeq that I would love to get my hands on!

 

So now on to the fun part!

Sneakpeeq has generously offered to give ALL Ashley Brooke readers a 20% discount just for joining Sneakpeeq {here} + they are also giving one lucky Ashley Brooke reader a $25 Gift Certificate!

 

To Enter 

After following Ashley Brooke via GFC or RSS reader, click {here} to enter the sneakpeeq $25 giveaway & receive your 20% discount!

The winner will be announced on April 8th!

Rules:

US only

 New Sneakpeeq members only

Let me know if you find any great deals on sneakpeeq & thanks again to sneakpeeq for offering Ashley Brooke readers this fun opportunity :)

Me! Bath Ice Cream {review + giveaway} CLOSED

I won't lie, I am a bit of an ice cream addict. I swear it's hereditary, though, because my mom, dad, and my little brother are just as obsessed with ice cream as me :) It's also not a secret that I love all things girly and cute- especially when they smell almost exactly like my favorite fragrance of all time, Victoria's Secret Love Spell. That's right, I wear the same fragrance that I did in seventh grade. Now, I nearly lost my mind when I had the opportunity to try a product that combined my two loves: ice cream and Love Spell. Meet the Me! Bath Ice Cream, quite possibly the cutest bath bomb you'll ever see.

I Love... Cosmetics Body Lotion {review + giveaway} CLOSED

I've been seeing bloggers from other countries reviewing I Love... Cosmetics products over the past year, and I've always wanted to try their products because they just sound so yummy! I was over the moon when I found out that I Love... Cosmetics products are now available in the US at Walmart and Duane Reade, and I was lucky enough to be sent a body lotion to try out for myself and one to giveaway to my beautiful readers!

Pink is my favorite color, and I DO love strawberries and milkshakes, so I opted to try out the I Love... Strawberries & Milkshakes body lotion. First of all, SUCH a delicious scent. To me, it smells almost exactly like a strawberry daiquiri! I really dislike the oily residue that some lotions leave behind, so I appreciate I Love... 's light and non-greasy formula. This product is a great every day body lotion, and I have been using it every day for weeks! The strawberry daiquiri scent is making me so anxious for summer vacation! 

Just to emphasize how delicious this smells... I Love... Cosmetics puts a label on the back of their bottles to remind people not to eat their products :) 

Overall, I'd highly recommend I Love... Cosmetics body lotions if you're looking for a light, non-greasy body lotion. The scents are amazing, and they're extremely affordable! I've been eyeing their sets of bubble bath at Walmart, and I suggest that you check out their product line on your next trip to Walmart! To find out more about I Love... Cosmetics, you can visit their website, Facebook, and Twitter.

I Love... Cosmetics has generously offered to giveaway a full-size bottle of their body lotion in the scent Lemons & Limes! To enter, click the "read more" link and fill out the Rafflecopter form below for your chance to win!

Mederma's Stretch the Truth Game, Coupon & Giveaway!

I've always loved the game Two Truths and a Lie- where you tell your friends three statements, including two truths and one lie. Your friends then have to guess which statement is untrue. It's always a fun icebreaker and party game, and Mederma has come up with a similar "Stretch the Truth" game on their Facebook page. After entering your three statements, your Facebook friends can guess which one is a lie! 

Wanna guess mine?

1. I have lived in Orlando, New York City, and Los Angeles.

2. I'm not a natural blonde.

3. I helped break the world record for the largest amount of tap dancers in one spot.

Mederma's products are really great, and I've been using their products since childhood to reduce the appearance of a scar on my leg. Several of my family members have also had great success with Mederma after having moles or pre-cancerous skin patches removed. Mederma also has a line of creams for the reduction of stretch marks. If you'd like to try Mederma for yourself, click here to print a $6 coupon off of Mederma's stretch mark cream!

Giveaway:
Mederma has generously offered to giveaway some of their products to a lucky Ashley Brooke reader. The winner will receive four full-size products, including Mederma's Scar Gel, Scar Cream + SPF30, Mederma for Kids Scar Cream, and Stretch Marks Therapy Cream. This prize is valued at $97!

Entries:
+1 Entry: Leave a comment letting me know which of my statements you think is a lie
+1 Entry: Follow Ashley Brooke on GFC
+3 Entries: Like Mederma on Facebook
+1 Entry: Follow Mederma on Twitter
+1 Entry: Follow Ashley Brooke on Twitter
+1 Entry: Like Ashley Brooke on Facebook
+3 Entries: Write a blog post about this giveaway with a direct link to this post
+1 Entry (Daily): Tweet about this giveaway with a direct link to this blog post

This giveaway will end at 12:01am on November 17th, 2011. US Entries only this time!


Giveaway winner will be announced on November 17th and will have 72 hours to claim their prize.  
I may be compensated for this giveaway. US Entries only.  One entry per household please.

Tan Towel + Giveaway! {closed}

I don't know about you all, but my summer tan has already faded. While I use self-tanning products throughout the year, I definitely use it more often during the colder months to maintain a slightly sun- kissed look. I recently had the opportunity to try Tan Towel products, and I am SO impressed. 

The Tan Towel Self-Tan Towelettes come in boxes of 10. The towelettes are similar to anti-bacterial wet wipes, and they make the tanning process so much easier. Each towelette covers half of your body, and the large size of the towel makes application extremely quick and easy. It took me about a minute to cover my entire body and face with the product, and the color-free formula dried almost instantly with no mess- it didn't stain my clothes at all! I didn't have any streaking and was left with natural, non-orange tan about a shade darker than I had previously been. There was the normal self-tanner smell, but the convenience and color make this self-tanner a standout product. I also used the towelettes on my face, and I didn't experience any breakouts.

I used Tan Towel's Daily Body Moisturizer to help maintain my tan from the towelettes. The lotion was extremely light and absorbed quickly into my skin, and the gradual self-tanner didn't cause any streaking and didn't have a significant smell. I really love this product for everyday use. It won't significantly darken your tan, but it will definitely help to prolong your tan!

Giveaway!

Tan Towel has generously offered to giveaway a box of 10 Tan Towel Self-Tan Towelettes for Face and Body (normally $20) in addition to a Daily Face Moisturizer with Retinol (normally $10) to one lucky Ashley Brooke reader! To enter, simply fill out your information with Rafflecopter below. I'm trying it out for the first time, so let me know what you think!

FTC Disclaimer: I received these products for review and giveaway; however, my opinion is 100% honest and genuine as always.

China Glaze Giveaway! {closed}

China Glaze is one of my favorite nail polish brands. I love the color selection and smooth application their brand offers. One of my all-time favorite nail polishes is China Glaze's For Audrey- a perfect Tiffany blue, so you know that I was super excited when China Glaze offered to giveaway their Crackle collection for my lovely readers!

 

Photo credit to China Glaze

Colors (Clockwise): Fault Line, Broken Hearted, Crushed Candy, Crackled Concrete, Black Mesh, Lightning Bolt

One lucky Ashley Brooke reader will win all of the shades featured above! All of the shades are gorgeous and perfect for fall! Crackle polish is definitely a fun addition to any nail polish collection.

To Enter (Mandatory):

Become a follower of Ashley Brooke on GFC and let me know in a comment what your all-time favorite nail polish is! Please leave your email address in your comment.

Additional Entries:

+1 entry (each): Follow me on Twitter, Follow China Glaze on Twitter, Like China Glaze on Facebook, Let me know your favorite China Glaze polish, Tweet about this giveaway once per day including a link to this page 

+2 Entries: Add this giveaway to your sidebar (please include url in your comment)

+4 Entries: Blog about this giveaway (please include url in your comment)

This giveaway will end on Thursday, October 20th at 11:59pm

Thanks to China Glaze for sponsoring this fun giveaway and good luck to you all!

 

FTC Disclaimer: China Glaze kindly offered to sponsor this giveaway. I am not being compensated, and I am not affiliated with China Glaze. All opinions stated are 100% honest and genuine.

{closed} Hollywood Fashion Secrets Summer Secrets Giveaway!

Do you remember when I professed my love for Hollywood Fashion Secrets here? Well, I am so excited to announce that Hollywood Fashion Secrets has generously offered to provide a Summer Secrets tote bag valued around $100 that's filled with AMAZING Hollywood Fashion Secrets products (including my beloved Fashion Tape) to one lucky Ashley Brooke reader! I received one of these tote bags to try out myself, and let me tell you, whoever wins is one extremely lucky girl.

The winner will receive a hot pink beach towel, Fashion Tape, Bra Converting Clip, No-Show Concealers, Garment Shields, Accessory Dots, Oil Blotting Tissues, and Silicone Cover-ups all packed into a super cute tote bag!

To Enter (Mandatory):
After becoming a public follower of Ashley Brooke, leave a comment with your email address and what Hollywood Fashion Secrets product you're most excited to try! US subscribers only this time :)

Extra Entries:
+1 Entry (Each):  Like Hollywood Fashion Secrets on Facebook, Follow Hollywood Fashion Secrets on Twitter, Follow Ashley Brooke on Twitter, Tweet about this giveaway (once daily)
+2 Entries: Add this giveaway to your sidebar
+4 Entries: Write a blog post about this giveaway

This giveaway will end on Tuesday, September 13th, 2011 at 11:59pm

Thanks again to Hollywood Fashion Secrets for sponsoring this fun giveaway! Be sure to check out their website for more information on the brand and their other products.

FTC Disclaimer: I received products for review and Hollywood Fashion Secrets is providing the giveaway prize. I am not affiliated with Hollywood Fashion Secrets, and all opinions expressed are honest and genuine.

Liz Earle Cleanse & Polish Review + Giveaway {closed}

This summer was a huge skincare overhaul for me. I've been trying products left and right, and thanks to the lovely ladies at Liz Earle I have discovered the most amazing cleanser. I'm always skeptical about products that are super hyped up on beauty blogs or YouTube, but Liz Earle's Cleanse and Polish totally lives up to the hype. It is AMAZING. 

First of all, please let me say a few words about Liz Earle's completely gorgeous packaging. My Cleanse & Polish cleanser and muslin cloths came neatly packed in a beautiful light green reusable bag, and the entire package was wrapped in beautiful tissue paper and secured with a sticker. I'm a huge sucker for pretty packaging, so my first impression of Liz Earle was definitely an A+.

 

And now on to the star of the show, Liz Earle's Cleanse and Polish Hot Cloth Cleanser.This cleanser contains rosemary, chamomile, cocoa butter, and eucalyptus essential oils. Like I said earlier, I was skeptical about this product because of the hype, but then I read the instructions. 

Phase One: Massage gently onto dry skin over your eyes, face, and neck to purify, soften, and stimulate circulation.

Um, what? Apply to dry skin? I'm not sure how this works, but it's genius. The cleanser feels almost like a lotion on your dry skin, and somehow this product melted away even my waterproof eyeliner without any irritation or leaving behind a greasy film. Amazing.

Phase Two: Rinse the pure muslin cloth in hand-hot water and wring out before gently polishing off the cream. Finish by splashing off your face with cool water. 

Each cleanser comes with two muslin cloths. The hot cloth gently polished off all of the remaining cleanser and left my skin completely make-up free and refreshed. No residue, no irritation, and no stinging. Each time I use this cleanser, I'm shocked at how smooth and soft my skin is. Liz Earle's Cleanse and Polish cleanser works great on my combination/oily skin, but it's suitable for all ages and all skin types.

 If you're interested in purchasing any Liz Earle products, now is the time. Right now, there's a promotion where you'll receive a free Skin Savers set ($29 value) when you purchase a cleanser, toner, and moisturizer from Liz Earle. You can learn more about this promotion here.

Giveaway:

Thanks to the lovely ladies of Liz Earle, one lucky Ashley Brooke reader will receive a Liz Earle Cleanse and Polish Hot Cloth Cleanser with two muslin cloths! 

Mandatory Entry:

After following Ashley Brooke, please leave a comment with a valid email address that I can contact you at if you win!

Extra Entries:

+1 Entry: Check out Liz Earle's website and let me know your favorite products

+1 Entry: Like Liz Earle on Facebook

+1 Entry: Like Liz Earle on Twitter

+1 Entry: Subscribe to Liz Earle's email newsletter

+1 Entry: Follow Ashley Brooke on Twitter

+1 Entry (Each): Enter any other giveaway on Ashley Brooke

+2 Entries: Add this giveaway to your sidebar

+4 Entries: Write a blog post about this giveaway

This giveaway will end on Sunday, September 4th, 2011 at 11:59pm

FTC Disclaimer: I was sent products for review. Liz Earle is providing the giveaway prize. I am not affiliated with Liz Earle, and all opinions stated are 100% honest and genuine.

Montagne Jeunesse Facial Masks Review + Giveaway {closed}

One of my pre-wedding goals this summer was to get my skin in shape. As part of my weekly skincare routine (which I'll be posting soon!), I've been using Montagne Jeunesse's facial masks to fix my facial problem of the week. I love that the masks are packaged with the perfect amount for 1-2 uses because my skin has different problems every week. You can find Montagne Jeunesse's masks at Walmart for around $1 each, so I recommend stocking up on several different kinds! Montagne Jeunesse masks are also vegetarian and PETA-approved. 

Fruit Smoothie, Passion Peel-Off, Mud Pac, Face Tonic, Clean-Up Mud

Fruit Smoothie: This refreshing mask is made with raspberry, mango, apricot, peach, and pomegranate and is a perfect gentle mask for dry to combination skin. This mask smells delicious, and my skin felt clean, refreshed, and slightly moisturized after use. 

Passion Peel-Off: I have a bit of an obsession with peel-off masks. They're just SO fun! Passion Peel-Off is a deep cleansing mask formulated for all skin types. It contains pomegranate, passion flower, raspberry, grape, cranberry, and Vitamin E and also smells delicious. Unlike regular masks, peel-off masks dry to a thin layer and gently peel off your face. Don't worry, it's absolutely not painful and is actually quite addictive.

Mud Pac: Mud Pac is a more traditional deep cleansing mud mask for normal to oily skin. Yes, it will make you look like a monster, but the Dead Sea mud is quite refreshing and your skin will thank you. My skin felt a bit tighter and less oily after using this mask. 

Face Tonic: This may be my favorite mask. Unlike the other masks, Face Tonic is a sheet mask. Basically, a thin sheet of fabric-like material is soaked with skin tonic. You place the face-shaped sheet over your face and let the tonic sink into your skin. Like the Mud Pac, you will definitely look a bit scary in this mask. There's something about the sheet mask shape that is definitely a bit disturbing, but I LOVE that there is no clean-up or mess, no remaining bits of masks hidden on your face, and the plant collagen and Pelvetiane seaweed did seem to calm my face quite a bit. I used this mask on sunburned skin, and my face was definitely less sensitive and less red after using this mask. 

Clean-Up Mud: Clean-Up Mud is formulated for acne-prone skin and contains aloe vera, willow, rosmeary, and witch hazel to treat problem areas. I really liked this mask. My skin felt tight, less oily, and deeply cleansed after using this mask, and my skin was not irritated at all.

Overall, I think that Montagne Jeunesse masks are awesome. They're fun, relaxing, and super cheap. I'd highly recommend these for spa nights, and they'd make amazing stocking stuffers over the winter holidays!

Giveaway

Thanks to the generosity of Montagne Jeunesse, one lucky Ashley Brooke reader will receive five Montagne Jeunesse masks! 

Fudge Sauna, Face Tonic, Strawberry, Souffle, Green Tea Peel-Off, Chocolate Masque

Mandatory Entry:

After following Ashley Brooke on GFC, let me know what your favorite skincare product is! 

Please leave a valid email address that I can contact you at if you win!

Additional Entries:

+1 Entry: Follow Montagne Jeunesse on Facebook

+1 Entry: Follow Montagne Jeunesse on Twitter

+1 Entry: Follow Montagne Jeunesse on YouTube

+1 Entry: Subscribe to Montagne Jeunesse's Email Newsletter 

+1 Entry: Follow Ashley Brooke on Twitter

+1 Entry (Each): Enter any other giveaway on Ashley Brooke

+2 Entries: Add this giveaway to your sidebar

+4 Entries: Write a blog post about this giveaway

This giveaway will end on Sunday, September 4th, 2011 at 11:59pm

FTC Disclaimer: I was sent products for review. I am not affiliated with Montagne Jeunesse and all opinions are 100% honest and genuine.

The Perfect Summer Vineyard Vines Bag + Giveaway! {closed}

Earlier this summer, I had the amazing opportunity to try out one of Vineyard Vines handbags. Just look at how gorgeous this bag is. This bag is probably the quintessential summer vacation purse, and I love everything about it.

Front

Back

Love the gold feet on the bottom!

How adorable is the Vineyard Vines whale? Please excuse the reflection of my camera in the gold plate :)

So far, my Vineyard Vines straw tote bag has gone with me to Florida, California, Illinois, Mexico, Honduras,  Belize, and Grand Cayman!

Me and my beloved bag (oh, and husband too!) in Cozumel, Mexico

I'm in love with the high-quality straw material with gold leather, and the little gold accents are so adorable! I personally think that this design is so great for summer because it can be worn with casual or dressy clothing, and it will make you look put together and effortlessly chic!


As if I didn't love this purse enough, check out the lining! SO cute!

I desperately need a new camera, so here's a pretty professional picture of my bag from Vineyard Vines

I can always count on Vineyard Vines products for high-quality wardrobe staples, but I love the personality in their clothing and accessories. While this bag may seem classic on the outside, the cute gold accents and bright interior lining are so fun! I love knowing that while my Vineyard Vines clothing and accessory pieces are fun and of-the-moment, they feature classic designs and high-quality materials that you can wear for years to come! Definitely one of my favorite brands of all time :)

Giveaway

Vineyard Vines has generously offered to giveaway one adorable clutch to Ashley Brooke readers! My camera does not do this bag justice- at all! The material is a very smooth, high-quality canvas with a subtle gold shimmer thread built into the fabric. As you'll see below, my camera was not loving the shimmer effect of the fabric, and my pictures were not turning out! Thankfully I found some beautiful pictures of this bag, though!

Pictures belong to Vineyard Vines
I love that this clutch folds open for more storage but closes into an adorable, small clutch!

The inside lining also matches the bag featured above- bright blue!

See, my camera and this clutch just don't get along, but at least you can see the gorgeous shimmer in the fabric!

This bag normally retails for $98.50, so be sure to enter! It's a wonderful staple for any fashionable girl's wardrobe. 

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This giveaway will end on Wednesday, August 24th at 11:59pm

FTC Disclaimer: I received an item from Vineyard Vines to facilitate this review; however, I'm not associated with their company and my opinion is, as always, entirely honest and genuine.