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Skintimate Moisturizing Shave Gel in Mandarin Burst Review #SkintimateHappyLegs

Happy Thursday! Today I have something a little bit different to share with all of you, and it’s a review of the new Skintimate Shave Gel in the scent Mandarin Burst! I got the opportunity to test out this product through the website Crowdtap, so I wanted to let you know about my experience. I am not usually a shave gel or shaving cream user at all. In fact, I remember using Skintimate way back in the day during the “Skintimate…. or not” advertising campaign in the early 2000s and not enjoying it. But now that years have gone by, I was excited to give this a try and see how I like it!

#SkintimateHappyLegs Campaign Crowdtap sent me a full size bottle of the Skintimate SignatureScents Moisturizing Shave Gel in Mandarin Burst (phew, that’s a mmouthful). This product is designed not only to replenish your skin with six moisturizers including Vitamin E and Olive Butter, but to smell refreshing as well! The scent is a combination of fresh mandarin, lemon and lime. Of course, Skintimate is supposed to give you a close shave without irritation.

Before I review the product, I think it’s helpful for you to know my own personal shave gel story. I know, that might sound weird, but I really dislike shaving creams! I find that they are pointless – why buy a separate product for shaving when I can just use the soap or shower gel I’m already using? I don’t have problems with razor irritation, and I also find that sometimes shave gel prevents me from getting a close shave. Lastly, it adds time to my shower. Taking all of these factors into consideration, I decided to test out this gel with an open mind. I used it on my right leg for about a week and a half, and stuck to my regular system on my left leg as a control.

#SkintimateHappyLegs Campaign #SkintimateHappyLegs Campaign

Here is what the shave gel looks like out of the can. It first looks like a pink gel, but once you begin lathering it up it becomes a white foam. The scent is quite nice – I like the citrus smell and don’t find it overpowering at all. I actually wish the scent was stronger, because it doesn’t linger at all! I think the only time I smell it is while I’m using it. If you don’t like lingering fragrances, though, that’s definitely a plus for you!

While I did enjoy the shaving experience, I found that using the shave gel did not make much a difference in my skin. Right out of the shower, my right leg was a bit more moisturized, but in the long term I can’t tell the difference. I do think the shave is close with this product, and I didn’t find it sticky to the touch like some other shaving creams. Finally, I enjoyed a specific fringe benefit with this product! Because I wear glasses, it’s often easy for me to miss a spot while shaving. However, with the shave gel it is clear which parts I have or have not shaved yet. Definitely a bonus for me and any of my other glasses wearers out there!

All in all, I’m definitely glad I gave this Skintimate Shave Gel a try. It is a great product, but to be honest I don’t see it fitting in with my lifestyle all that well. It adds time to my shower routine, and there are no significant changes in my skin. That said, if you are looking for an affordable shave gel that smells great, I would recommend this to you. It all depends on your personal shaving routine! Please let me know in the comments if you use a shave gel, and what you think of it! Use the hashtag #SkintimateHappyLegs on social media to see what others think of this shave gel as well.

The product in this post was provided for my unbiased review. All opinions are my own. See my Disclosure Policy for more information. 

Jet Away June | Caravan Stylist Studio in NYC

Happy Monday! Today’s Jet Away June post is for all of you who will be traveling to New York City! As you may know, I live in NYC, but with the thousands of tourists that visit the city every day I figured some of you would be stopping by this summer. I recently had the opportunity to visit the Caravan Stylist Studio at the Carlton Hotel thanks to Cottonelle. This is definitely a great hidden gem in the city that you need to hear more about before visiting!

The Caravan Stylist Studio is an appointment-only hub where actors, musicians, bloggers, and guests of the Carlton Hotel can get a complete head-to-toe look done before an event. Caravan offers nail, makeup, and hair services, in addition to fashion styling. Of course, I couldn’t wait to get my nails done at the studio! Cottonelle sent me to the Summertime Lounge Event, so I could learn about Caravan, and I even got to meet fellow blogger Faith over at Sassy Ethnic Bohemian who was celebrating her one year blogiversary!

Brand Partners at the Caravan Stylist Studio

Caravan is sponsored by a number of brand partners that provide the products for the studio. If you visit Caravan, you’ll be able to learn more about all of the brands and the different products they offer. I loved learning about the brands, especially Kryolan makeup and the new ZipLoop app. Cottonelle also sponsors the Caravan’s bathroom, which is decorated with a cute shower curtain and a signature “Let’s Talk Bums” sign! The photo above is a sneak peek of all of the goodies at Caravan. The studio is set up beautifully, and I loved the welcoming atmosphere!

Zoya at the Caravan Stylist Studio

Image by Faith Bowman
Image by Faith Bowman

One brand that I already knew and loved is Zoya Nail Polish! I was so excited to find out that Zoya is the official nail polish brand of the Caravan Stylist Studio! I got my nails done with a neutral shade, but the studio is currently showing off the beautiful brights Zoya has to offer for summer. I want to give a huge shout-out to Valerie Star, who did my nails and told me all about Caravan. She was really nice, and showed me some of the amazing nail art that she does on her clients. If you stop by Caravan, she’ll be the one to see! I also got my makeup done, and loved the fresh-faced, natural look I got!

Image by Faith Bowman
Image by Faith Bowman

All in all, the Caravan Stylist Studio is a great place to visit during the summer months when it’s hot outside and you need to freshen up! Whether you need a head-to-toe look for an evening out, or simply want to get a new manicure done, Caravan is the place to be! The studio is open to bloggers, editors, celebrities, and other special guests. More information can be found on Caravan’s official website HERE. If you’re visiting NYC this summer, I highly recommend stopping by Caravan if you get the chance!

I was sent to Caravan by Cottonelle through the website Crowdtap. All opinions are my own. See my Disclosure Policy for more information. 

 

Cottonelle Spring Clean & Fresh Event at Tenoverten Salon!

Happy Thursday! Today I am excited to tell you all about a fun event I attended today with Cottonelle. Because I am active with Crowdtap, a website that connects influencers and brands, I was invited to attend Cottonelle’s Spring Clean & Fresh Event at the Tenoverten Salon in Soho. We were treated to manicures, and other beauty services, as well as lots of goodies! Let me tell you more about Tenoverten, and the great products we got to try.

Tenoverten has so many polishes, including Chanel, Nars, Essie, and its own brand, tenoverten! You can see more pictures of the salon and the event on my Facebook page HERE.

Cottonelle even let my friend Gina tag along! It was great having her get a manicure with me!
Cottonelle even let my friend Gina tag along! It was great having her get a manicure with me!

Adventures in Polishland Getting a Manicure! Essie – The Girls Are OutI decided to go with the Essie shade The Girls Are Out for my manicure. Even though I wanted to try out a high end polish, I just loved this blue-tinted pink shade. I think it looks beautiful! I definitely recommend Tenoverten if you’re looking to get a professional manicure in NYC. There are three locations, and prices range from $10 for a polish change to $40 for a luxe manicure. Plus, the salon is really cute inside, and the employees were so friendly. You can visit the salon’s website HERE for more information.

Cupcakes from Navy New YorkWe were also treated to some mouth-watering cupcakes from Navy, a restaurant here in NYC. They were absolutely delicious, so I couldn’t help but mention them!

Cottonelle Swag BagLast but not least, Cottonelle was kind enough to give us some gift bags on the way out! Who can’t use some new toilet paper and flushable cleansing cloths?! Really though, this bag had some awesome practical items, as well as a Barielle nail polish, an eos lip balm, and a cute picture frame. I really appreciate the generosity, and can’t wait to use these items.

Thank you so much to Cottonelle for inviting me to the event! Definitely make sure to check out Tenoverten in NYC, and use the fun hashtag #LetsTalkBums on social media if you’d like to share how much you love Cottonelle. I’ll be reviewing my new Barielle polish soon, so keep an eye out for that!

The products and services in this post were provided by the companies mentioned herein. All opinions are my own. See my Disclosure Policy for more information.