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My April Fun Finds

I guess I could call myself a product junkie.  Finding something that works for me is always a plus, and when it really works, I like to share the news with all.  Why not, maybe my findings can be of some help to you.  No, they won't change your world, but they may make you smile a bit.  So here are a few items I have come across this month and adored!

Shea Moisture-  This is a wonderful company that offers all natural and organic skin and hair products.  I have shopped the line at Walgreens for haircare products and Target for body.  Consider Shea Moisture Organic Cocunut And Hibiscus Curl Enhancing Smoothie.  It works well on natural hair giving the hair a sheen and pleasant smell.

http://beyondblackbeauty.com/2011/04/06/sheamoisture-organic-hair-care-at-walgreens/

For the body, I love their organic bar soap.  The cost of one bar is $4.99 but they are giant 8 oz. which is equivalent to about two bars of soap. They make my skin feel like silk and they smell good.

One of my favorite chapstick purchases was from the brand One (bath and body), another natural brand.  Honey Cream natural shea butter lip balm has been a plus in keeping my lips soft and hydrated.

Revlon is by far my favorite 'drugstore' make-up brand.  I'm not sure if it's because Halle Berry's a spokesperson or because they just happen to always have my favorite nail polish, lipsticks, etc. in comparison to their competitors.  I have purchased several of the Colorstay Mineral Lipglaze, but my most recent purchase was the color Coral.  It's bright and longwearing- last up to 8 hours! Perfect color for the summer. 

For the nails, because life can be hectic at times, I try to select nailpolish that is longlasting.  Revlon, Rimmel London, and Sally Hansen all have products that go on easy, dry fast, and can withstand more than the avarage polishes.  I'm loving Revlon nailpolish in Grey Suede, Sally Hansen's Xtreme Wear nailcolors in Concrete, and Rimmel's 10 Days in Milk Chocolate.

Lastly, my newest discovery came about last night after shampooing my hair.  Light Mayonaise as a conditioner!  I slathered my scalp and entire head with Mayo, waited for about 15 minutes and then washed it out.  My hair was easy to comb through, soft, and shiny.  Very impressive and something I will definitely try again in the near future. 

Comment here, through Facebook/Twitter, and tell me what discoveries you have made this month.  Any products that you have loved or hated!

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