Ro's Birthday Giveaway Day 7:: Milani Cosmetics Jewel Fx &One Coat Glitter Nail Lacquer

Your nails are certainly going to look amazing this summer when you win 6 of the Jewel FX and One Coat Glitter Nail Lacquers from Milani!

Thanks so much for celebrating my birthday with me...good luck!

*Colors may be selected at Random*



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Ro's Birthday Giveaway Day 7::Carols Daughter Orange Ambrosia Collection

Well the day is finally here...can't believe I'm 30 today!

This has been a great week and I know the weekend will be even better as I celebrate my special day.

I'll be getting some great gifts today and I want you all to have the opportunity to win another one of my favorite things! I absolutely LOVE the Carols Daughter Orange Ambrosia collection, the scent is clean and perfect for summer.

Here's what you'll win::
8oz Body Cleansing Gel
8oz Souffle
.33 oz Rollerball

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Ro's Birthday Giveaway:: Day 6 Milani Cosmetics Runway Lashes

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Don't let the price fool you..Milani Cosmetics Mascara's are great and here's your change to win their Runway Lashes formula.

Enter below...good luck!


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Ro's Birthday Giveaway Day 6:: Milani Cosmetics Eye Tech Extreme

Just  one more day until my 30th birthday!! I've been celebrating all week and I certainly hope you win this Eye Tech Extreme Eyeliner from Miani Cosmetics!

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Ro's Birthday Giveaway Day 5:: Milani Cosmetics Infinite Liquid Eyeliners (Closed)

Last week I reviewed the Miliani Cosmetics Infinite Liquid Eye Liner and I've been raving about the colors and quality ever since!

I would love for you (my wonderful readers) to have the chance to win this entire line! 

Here's what you'll win:: 6 Infinite Liquid Eyeliners

Colors::

Infinite

Endless

Eternal

Forever

Everlast

Unlimited

Timeless

Nonstop

Entering is super easy..just leave a comment and share the giveaway on facebook...super simple!

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Ro's Birthday Giveaway Day 4:: Milani Cosmetics Spring '12 Nail Lacquer

That's right...Milani is helping me celebrate my birthday in a major way by giving you the chance to win several of their product lines!!

Today you'll have a chance to win some colors from the Spring '12 collection!!


*Colors will be picked at random*

Happy Polishing!

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Ro's Birthday Giveaway Day 4:: Milani Baked Blush

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I have been stuck like glue to Milani Cosmetics Baked Blush since I first got my hands on "Red Vino" last fall. The colors are vibrant yet not overly pigmented making you look like a clown.

These blushes are part of my daily beauty routine and because I can't seem to live my makeup life without them and I think my readers rock here's your chance to win THE ENTIRE Baked Blush Line!!!










Colors Include::
Dolce Pink
Rose D'oro
Berry Amore
Terra Sole
Luminoso
Bellissimo Bronze
Fantastico Mauve
Corallina
Red Vino



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Ro's Birthday Giveaway:: Day 3:: Carols Daughter Monoi Stater Set (Closed)

Congrats to @Quita_Tinsley on winning this great set!!

By now you've heard all the hype about Carols Daughter Monoi Collection and let me tell you, this line is well worth all the hype! It's one of my favorite products and I definitely think that if you haven't tried Monoi yet you're missing out. Because it's my birthday week AND I love my readers here's your chance to win the Monoi   starter set!!

Entering is easy...enter using the Rafflecopter form below making sure to complete the mandatory requirements.

Thanks for being such a great audience!


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Ro's Birthday Giveaway:: Day 3:: Milani Cosmetics Total Lash Cover Mascara

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We're just a few days away from my birthday and Milani Cosmetics has rolled out the red carpet for my readers and today you can win 1 of 6 (yes...6) product lines they'll be giving away.

I talked about how much I love the Total Lash Cover Mascara and starting NOW you'll have a chance to win it and see what all the hype is about!

Entering is simple...just fill out the Rafflecopter form below, making sure to do the mandatory requirements and you're entered.

Good luck beauties!


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M is for Mascara:: Milani Total Lash Cover Mascara

I'm all about great lashes and since I don't wear falsies I am semi obsessed with mascara. Of course when it comes to great mascara I look for something that gives great volume and doesn't clump. I have a steady mascara rotation that I always use but every now and then I like to give something new a try.

I decided to give Milani Cosmetics Total Lash Cover Mascara a try and the results were simply amazing!

The Details:

Total Lash Cover Mascara has a 3 zone brush that provides coverage that defines,builds and curls lashes. The non-clumping formula lasts all day.

My Results:

Immediately I was intrigued with the brush and a bit apprehensive about how the brush would preform. After applying the first coat I knew that I'd hit the jackpot with this formula and by the time the second coat was applied I was in lash heaven. The proverbial moment of truth was when after applying the second coat, my lashes were still clump free *yay*!

The formula lasted all day like the brand claimed and it didn't flake which made my love affair with this mascara even greater.

Ro Recommendation:: Heck Yes!

The Good:: Price point, Amazing brush,Great formula, Clump and Flake Free

The Bad:: Nothing

Price:: $4.99

Ro's Rating:: A+

**And because I love this SO much...you'll have the chance to win it tomorrow!!**

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Ro's Birthday Giveaway Day 2:: Glamourholics Bracelet

My Fashion and Syle Contributor Miss Glam is literally the Jill of All Trades,she's a glam mommy,business woman, fashion maven and jewelery designer. She's preparing to open an online boutique in the next few weeks and to celebrate that and my birthday (of course) she's giving away one custom made bracelet away to one lucky reader.

One winner will win this custom bracelet valued at $25!

You know the drill by now...Enter below using the Raffle Copter form for your chance to win!


**Please be sure to complete ALL mandatory fields in order to qualify**

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Ro's Birthday Giveaway Day 1:: Tropical Traditions Virgin Coconut Oil

I shared last week how much I LOVE the Tropical Traditions Virgin Coconut Oil and seeing how it's my Birthday week I teamed up with Tropical Traditions to give my lovely readers a chance to win one of my favorite hair products.

Win 1 quart of  Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil!

Tropical Traditions is America's source for coconut oil. Their Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil is hand crafted in small batches by family producers, and it is the highest quality coconut oil they offer. You can read more about how virgin coconut oil is different from other coconut oils on their website: What is Virgin Coconut Oil? You can also watch the video they produced about Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil:

Tropical Traditions also carries other varieties of affordable high quality coconut oil. Visit their website to check on current sales, to learn about the many uses of coconut oil, and to read about all the  advantages of buying coconut oil online. Since the FDA does not want us to discuss the health benefits of coconut oil on a page where it is being sold or given away, here is the best website to read about the health benefits of coconut oil.

To enter, simply fill out the Raffle Copter entry form below.Find out more about Tropical Traditions Here.

Good Luck!!

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Ro's Natural Hair Journey:: 6months Natural

It's been 6 months since I kissed good-bye to the creamy crack (relaxer) and decided to go natural and I don't think I could have made a better decision! In the 6 months that I've been natural I've noticed that my scalp is more much more healthy showing no signs of dandruff and itchy scalp is a thing of the past.

Like most natural newbies, I've experienced some minor challenges with shrinkage and styling solutions but thankfully there are so many resources out there that help when I'm in a hair crisis!

Here are a few of my favorite products that have made my Natural Hair Journey what it is...GREAT!

Curls Unleashed Take Command Curl Defining Creme:: Check my review HERE

Curls Curl gel-LeS'c keeps my curls frizz free:: Here's the review

The Carols Daughter Monoi Collection is fantastic...especially the Conditioner:: Check the Review

Carols Daughter Black Vanilla Leave-in Conditioner and Hair Milk...I mix them for fab curl results!

I'll be getting a "protective" style next week and plan to keep some throughout the summer...I can't wait to share more of my Journey with you!

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Product Review:: Tropical Traditions Virgin Coconut Oil

I've been sharing with you all my natural hair journey and May 19th will mark one month since I've been rocking my natural hair freely and while I love my tight coils I find that I have to struggle to keep them moisturized.

Many gals are ditching the creamy crack and deciding to go natural and I'll been hearing buzz about Coconut Oil and the benefits of using it so when I got the Tropical Traditions Virgin Coconut Oil in the mail I was elated and couldn't wait to see what all the buzz was about.




The Details::
The Tropical Traditions Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil is made with unrefined coconut oil and is one of the most nutritionally rich coconut oils containing high levels of antioxidants. These qualities are what separate Tropical Traditions from other brands. You're getting the highest quality product when you purchase this Virgin Coconut Oil. Coconut Oil has the ability to bind to the protein structure of the hair, thus making the hair stronger.


My Resutls::
I decided to use the Coconut Oil as a pre-poo (using before shampooing and conditioning) applying the product to my hair and letting it sit for about 25minutes. Upon rinsing the oil out I immediately noticed how much softer my hair was, nothing has ever made my hair feel quite that soft. I proceeded to co-wash my hair and style and through all the twisting and added products my hair remained amazingly soft and had a glorious sheen.

If you are chemically treating your hair OR rocking natural hair you will certainly want to get a jar of this coconut oil. Words can't even describe how great my hair felt and it wasn't just a temporary feeling, my hair is changed by the great properties of this Coconut Oil.

Ro Recommendation:: Get you Some!! :-)
The Good:: Everything...really ya'll, I'm loving this!
The Bad:: None
Price:: $19.95-$75 *depends on size purchased*
Ro's Rating:: A+

Seriously beauties, find a way to incorporate this into your beauty routine.



  **Disclaimer: Tropical Traditions provided me with a free sample of this product to review, and I was under no obligation to review it if I so chose.  Nor was I under any obligation to write a positive review or sponsor a product giveaway in return for the free product.**

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Get The Look For Less:: Michael Kors vs. Style&co.

Michael Kors happens to be one of my favorite designers, but I'ma just keep it real and say I can't afford to buy his entire watch collection (trust me,I wish I could). While I do admit that he is has a very reasonably priced brand, I can only afford to buy a few stable pieces because I'm just not balling right now lol!

I plan to invest in a gold watch from his collection but until that time I needed a few "filler" (I clearly just came up with that off the top of my head) pieces to keep my Arm Candy game fresh and fly so I started looking for some cheaper (Very cheap-er) pieces to create the illusion and make people look twice.

Style&co, Macy's affordable yet fashionable line has some really great watches priced at just $30 and some are a dead ringer for some of my Michael Kors favorites so I think I'm going to have to pick one up at my closest Macy's.

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Product Review:: Milani Infinite Liquid Eyeliner

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When it comes to makeup I'd like to say that I've evolved quite a bit,less is definitely more and all I need is a good foundation,blush, mascara and a great lip. It's very rare these days that I even break out the eyeshadow but with Spring here and Summer fast approaching I knew my eyes needed a pop of color so I opted to give the Milani Infinite Eyeliners a try.


The Details::
 This waterproof long lasting formula adds color intensity to your eye. The thin and precise applicator brush makes application easy and flawless.

My Results::
Each time I've worn the Miliani Infinite Eyeliner I've been greeted with a host of compliments! The colors are rich and don't cause any irritation to the eye. Upon first use you may find that the formula is a bit thick and it may take you more than one try to get the hang of applying the eyeliner. 


I loved that the eyeliner never dried out or became flaky once applied to the eye and the color lasted all day and was easy to remove with a eye makeup remover. If you're like me and want to keep your makeup routine simple but fab you'll definitely want to pick up the Milani Infinite Eyeliners.


Ro Recommendation:: Yes!!
The Good:: Amazing color selection,Long lasting,Non-Irritating
The Bad:: The formula may take a bit of getting used to since it is a little think but that didn't make me love it any less.
Price:: $6.99
Ro's Rating:: A+

You definitely want to add these to your collection!
 

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Product Review:VEET Ready-to-use-Wax Strips

When it comes to hair removal I absolutely despise most methods and waxing, although necessary can be quite painful for me. Because I really can't take the pain of waxing I always shave my legs and underarms so when I received the VEET Ready-to-use Wax Strips I was a bit hesitant about using them. Not only does the pain scare me but I've used some other wax strips in the past and it was a disaster. Well, today I finally had the courage to wax my legs for the first time and to my great surprise it wasn't that bad.

The Details:
The VEET  Ready-to-use Wax Strips are specially formulated to perform like liquid during application, coating different lengths of hair. Once the strip is removed, the wax locks the hair making hair removal. You can expect smooth skin for up to 4 weeks after use.

My results:
The process was relatively painless and simple,there was no mess to clean up which made the process even  more simple. The directions were easy super easy to follow and my legs feel great! The perfect finish wipes helped to soothe my skin and add back moisture after the waxing process. VEET has definitely made the waxing process at home a breeze and I'd recommend the Ready-to-use Wax Strips to anyone.

Ro Recommendation:: Yes!
The Good:: Easy to use,Effective,Great price point
The Bad:: None
Price:: $8.00
Ro's Rating:: A

Do you wax at home?
 

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Giveaway:: Billion Dollar Brows!

 It's time for a giveaway beauties *yay* and 1 (one) lucky reader will win some awesome products from Billion Dollar Brows (www.billiondollarbrows.com) to keep your brows in tact. We all know that you just can't be great without great brows...right? This giveaway comes just in time for mother's day which is even better.

Here's what you'll be winning (description&entry form below)::

• BDB Brow Gel
• Universal Brow Pencil
• BDB Tweezers

BDB Brow Gel

You wouldn’t leave the house with messy hair, why settle for messy brows? Hold&Control! Our Brow Gel will lock in your look, giving your eyebrows a long-lasting, radiant glow while keeping them perfectly in place all day. It’s the perfect finishing touch for giving your brows a polished, perfectly manicured look.  Our Brow Gel never flakes. Our clear Brow Gel is made from the highest quality ingredients, ensuring that you won’t ever have crusty, flaky brows.

Price: $15.00

Universal Brow Pencil

No More Guessing Games!

Formulated to work with all skin tones & hair colors this amazing pencil goes on smooth and natural. Perfect for creating beautiful, natural brows for when you’re on-the-go. The pencil’s versatile color works with almost all hair colors and skin tones.

Does the pencil really work for all hair colors and skin tones?

Yes. The pencil is a neutral taupe color that blends just as well into blonde hair as it does very dark brunette hair. The proof is in the sales, we have sold tens of thousands of these pencils with a 1% return rate. And of you don’t like it, feel free to return it within 30 days of receiving it in the mail.

Is the pencil waterproof?

The pencil is water resistant, meaning it will not wipe off during vigorous exercise (not that you’ll be working out with your brow pencil on!) or get caught in the rain. If you jump in the pool, however, all bets are off.

Does it need to be sharpened?

This is a mechanical pencil so you do not need a pencil sharpener.

How long does the Universal Brow Pencil last?

With consistent use, the Universal Brow Pencil lasts about three months.

Price: $14.95

BDB Tweezers

The exclusive tweezer of the bdb Salon Pure Percision! Bdb’s brow artists tweeze a lot of brows. That means their tweezers have to be perfect. Stainless steel and specially coated, these are the only tweezers that can meet our artist’s extremely high standards. Guaranteed to grab every hair, every time say goodbye to thin, crooked, cookie-cutter brows…forever!

Price: $20.00

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Ro's Birthday Wish List:: Tablet

I feel like I'm the only one left in the Dark Ages with just a laptop and no Tablet to write/blog on the go *insert sad face.* Honestly, I don't even have to have an iPad, just give me a tablet that works, helps me get the job done and brings me current with 2012.

Nook Color..yup, I'll take that

Kindle Fire...sure I'll take one of these too!

iPad 3...of course!

Wish me luck,

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