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Tryazon Sampling: Lovidia Hunger Control Formula (Review)

Tuesday, August 1, 2017



I was able to have the opportunity of trying out a new hunger control dietary supplement thru TryaBox sampling of Tryazon. This website is another great place to find new and interesting products that you can try for free. They offer a party package so not only you can enjoy the products, but also your friends and relatives. If you are not into hosting a party, they also have the TryaBox sampling, where in you can also try great products at no cost and they will send you an individual sample pack without needing to host a group event. If you haven't signed up yet, maybe it's time! Click here to sign up today: Tryazon.

That being said, out of thousands of people who applied for this Lovidia TryaBox opportunity, I was one of the 300 participants that have been selected.
I really wanted this product so bad because I've wanted to lose some weight and control my eating (for some reason I am always hungry😒), and given that it's a dietary supplement that will supposedly control your hunger, I was thrilled when I was selected.

I received a TryaBox valued at $55+, containing the following items:

• Lovidia tablets to sample and share
• Pill travel container
• Wellness booklet
• Refrigerator magnet
• Lovidia TryaBox Guide

My Lovidia TryaBox Kit


It was indeed a generous sampling package. I received 2 sample boxes with 12 tablets each plus 20 extra Lovidia tablets, enough for a month's supply to try or to share. 

What's Lovidia? It is a science-based, clinically proven dietary supplement that claims to effectively solves your struggle on eating less to lose weight and constantly fight hunger and cravings by helping you get more satisfaction from less food. It gives you the power to avoid overeating, hence, reaching your weight loss goals.

What're the ingredients?  According to the guide book I received, the ingredients in Lovidia’s hunger-control blend are all natural, non-stimulatory, vegan, non-GMO, non-caloric, gluten free and dairy-free. The ingredients are designated as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the US FDA. Hunger Control Blend: Stevia leaf extract, L-glutamine, L-leusine, lysine hydrochloride, pomegranate fruit extract. Other Ingredients: dextrose, sodium alginate, modified cellulose, silicon dioxide, magnesium stearate, medium chain triglycerides, oleic acid, glycerin, stearic acid. 

My Experience:
So without further ado, here's my take about these pills. First, they are quite big for those who don't like taking pills. In my case, I don't have problems with it. The pills do not have after taste when you swallow it, which is a good thing. I started taking 2 tablets a day. One tablet in the morning around 10 am and one tablet in the afternoon around 6 pm. The first few days of taking the pills, I started experiencing mild headaches. I had strong reasons to believe that it might be caused by the pills since I tried to stop taking it for a while and the headaches didn't bother me during those times. But since I am really determined to finish the sampling trial and incorporate Lovidia in my weight loss program, I continued using it again. This time, I reduced the pills intake to 1 tablet a day, which I take every afternoon because I usually get hungry at night, where I badly needed to control my hunger and late night eating habits.




I also downloaded their app -  the Lovidia Way to help me keep my progress. But for some reasons, the weight tracker, which is one of a useful tool for me didn't work my entire sampling period. However, the recipes included in the app helped me in some ways.


I started at 155 lbs. Before this sampling opportunity, my husband and I already decided to get a gym membership at the Local Gym in our area. We also tried to start being more mindful of what we ate and tried to have healthier food choices. It was HARD. Going to the gym was actually the easy part, but food choices were a struggle. 




We manage to be able to eat good food and reduced eating junk. Yes, once in a while, we do "cheat days" too. And yes, this is where Lovidia should come to play a needed part. But to tell you honestly, instead of controlling my hunger, Lovidia made it worse. I feel hungrier! Oh no! I did not notice any changes in my hunger, and it was indeed frustrating. However, I did not let it ruin my goal of at least losing even a pound. Although I continue taking the Lovidia pills, I no longer rely on it. Instead, I keep making healthy choices. Whenever I feel hungry, I grab trail mixes - nuts, raisins, etc. I forced myself to keep going to the gym (although sometimes I don't feel like going and my husband is not available). Now, I have the drive and not dependent to any supplement.

Final Words.  I won't say Lovidia is not useful at all because I saw many people who participated in this sampling program that had a positive result, some are amazing results! I think my body is not used to the pills if that makes sense. I do believe that our bodies are different in so many ways, and one of the differences was the ability to react on certain supplements. Anyway, I enjoyed this sampling opportunity and thankful to Tryazon and Lovidia for giving me the chance to try this product.

P.S.  I actually lost 7 lbs in between my journey. But now I am back up to 2 pounds. I am currently weighing 150 lbs. Not bad for a starter, right? I am keeping my hopes high in this personal weight loss journey of mine.😊




Disclaimer: These products were sent to me complimentary by Tryazon for testing and reviewing purposes. But all opinions are my own.



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Crowdtap Mission: Simply Summer's Eve Cleansing Cloths and Foaming Wash

Tuesday, July 11, 2017


For my latest Crowdtap Mission, I had the opportunity to try Simply Summer's Eve Foaming Wash and Cleansing Cloths. I loved them!
My mission package includes:

1 sample of Simply Summer's Eve™ Foaming Wash
2 samples of Simply Summer's Eve™ Cleansing Cloths

I received the Mandarin Blossom scent which I love! Other Crowdtappers received the Coconut Water scent which I am intrigued too so I might grab that one from the store next time, so I can try it as well.


The Simply Summer's Eve Foaming Wash pump bottle was designed to easily use the product. The product itself does not contain harsh chemicals, so you don't have to worry about using a harmful product on your intimate part. It helps maintain woman's natural pH and created with scents you'll surely love plus it helps remove odor-causing bacteria! It instantly lathers to a rich, ultra-soft foam that rinses easily without any residue. It's hypoallergenic and safe to use! I love using it every day because I feel fresh and clean all day long.



The Simply Summer's Eve Cleansing Cloths have the same effectiveness of the foaming wash but only handy so you can experience freshness anytime. It can be carried anywhere and will fit in your bag. This has 24 sheets that will be enough to keep you fresh and clean thru out the week.


On the other hand, the Simply Summer's Eve Individual Cleansing Cloths that works as great as the 2 above-mentioned products were designed as a pocket-sized, individually wrapped cloths that you can carry around in your bag or purse. I love how I can fit many cloths in my purse and can bring them anywhere I go for continuous freshness.

This will now be part of my clean, beauty and health routine. Thumbs up for these products!

Disclaimer: These products were sent to me complimentary by Crowdtap for testing purposes. But all opinions are my own.
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PINCHme BOX #1



After 2 months of being a member, I finally got my first sample box from Pinchme! It sure does have interesting products that are worth a try.




So, here is the list of the products I received:

1. Pure Leaf Home Brewed Teas - I received the Iced Black Tea with Peach flavor, and it was by far my favorite! It smelled so good like a real peach and tasted like one too! I love how it doesn't taste bitter or too sweet. Just the right flavor!




2. 100% Marula Oil & Organic Shea Butter Fragrance-Free Sensitive Skin Body Lotion w/ White Tea Extract - It was my first time trying a Shea Moisture product, and I loved it! I am always a fan of Fragrance-free and natural products with no harmful ingredients. I love how gentle this lotion was to my sensitive skin and how it gives my skin the moisture and protection it deserves. 



3. Purina ONE® SmartBlend® True Instinct Grain-Free Formula With Real Beef & Sweet Potato Dry Dog Food - How great it is to provide your dog the best dog food you can possibly feed them? This grain-free dog food was made with real beef that contains protein and energy active adult dogs need. Dogs loved it! And my Pinchme box included a fantastic coupon so I can get another pack of up to $12.99 value!



4. Scotch-Brite™ Lint Roller - This is a surprise additional product included in my Pinchme Box! This comes in handy for my husband's coats/jackets. However, I am a little disappointed about this because when I used it, it did not entirely remove the lints from my husband's clothes.


Overall, I am still happy with my first Pinchme Box! Who doesn't like freebies, right? Not a member yet? Sign up here: https://www.pinchme.com


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Maybelline #SuperStayMatteInk Influenster VoxBox

Sunday, June 25, 2017


I love receiving free products, especially when it's a lip product! Influenster sent me 2 beautiful shades of the new Maybelline Super Stay Matte Ink, and I fell in love with it!
I love the brand Maybelline, and I was surprised and thrilled to have been chosen as one of the Influensters to test and review their new product - the Super Stay Matte Ink. As its name applies, this saturated and highly pigmented lipstick can stay up to 16 hours on your lips. Yes, you read it right, 16 long hours of vibrant colors.




This Matte Ink is available in 10 super saturated shades, and I got 2 beautiful shades in Pioneer (#20) and Lover (#15). You can check all available colors here: https://www.maybelline.com/lip-makeup/lipstick/superstay-matte-ink-liquid-lipstick 

I was wearing the Pioneer shade on my upper lip & the Lover shade on my lower lip.
The Pioneer shade is much more like a classy red color while the Lover shade is a Mauve or a pale purple color. They both look nice on my lips, and I like them both.💗


To Summarize:

💖PROS:
💕Very nice packaging and easy applicator design
💕Beautiful variety of shades available
💕Very saturated and pigmented
💕Long lasting and doesn't smudge (I tried it, and it survived my 14hr busy day with all the talking, eating, drinking and even brushing my teeth afterward)
💕Transfer-proof

💔CONS:
💘For me, it felt sticky at first application, and then my lips felt dry at the 10th or so hour 
💘It was tough to remove and quite messy too, but it gets easier when you use an oil-based makeup remover.

Slayin' with my Super Stay Matte Ink in Pioneer Shade

Rockin' it with the Super Stay Matte Ink in Lover Shade

My 14hr use of Maybelline's Super Stay Matte Ink😍

Overall, I love this product! I've long been searching for a lipstick that won't stain my straw or glass when I drink, and this was perfect! Now the search is finally over.

So, have you tried this new Maybelline Super Stay Matte Ink? What can you say about it? What colors have you tried? Share your thoughts in the comments below!  Also, you can watch my video here:


Not yet a member of Influenster? Sign up here: www.influenster.com/r/2759647

Disclaimer: These products were sent to me complimentary by Influenster for testing purposes. But all opinions are my own.

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My First Daily Goodie Box! (FB Won)

Thursday, June 1, 2017


Yay, I finally received my first amazing box of samples from Daily Goodie Box! Want to know what's inside the May Box I received and how I find each one of them after trying? Check it out!


So for you who doesn't know what Daily Goodie Box yet, it's a platform that sends a box of free goodies in exchange for reviews on each of the products in the box. Everything is free, even the shipping! And there's no need for credit card details, ever! Not a member of Daily Goodie Box yet? Sign up here: https://dailygoodiebox.com/

If you ask: "Does all member get a Goodie Box?" Well, they are trying to give out as much as possible to all members. However, it is not guaranteed you will receive one. According to their website, many factors come into play. Like for example, if you previously received a Goodie Box and you have completed all your product reviews, you may have a higher chance of being selected to get another box. But of course, they will also consider if your demographics match the brands and the products. They can't offer you a box with pet or baby related products if you don't have either of the two, right? Also, you can increase your chances of getting selected by showing interest in every month's products by viewing them from the 'Products' page and regularly visiting your 'Message' area. From there, they will know that you are really interested in the products and in the program itself. Moreover, keep your shipping information up to date! It'd be a bummer if you did not even provide a shipping address in the first place.

One more tip from them, follow them on their social media accounts like, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter and actively engage with them! They are actively giving out Bonus Goodie Boxes to those who interact with them especially on their Facebook page! That's how I won mine.💗😀😁



Yes! Just by commenting on one of their Facebook Posts, I got my very first Goodie Box! They are very active in posting on Facebook and giving bonus Goodie Boxes, so if you don't want to miss any of their posts, set them as "See First" from their page.



So, what's with my first ever Goodie Box? Well, some amazing samples! Below are the 10 products I have in my box:

1. ONA Treats - Cookies and Bars
2. Prince of Peace - 100% Natural Ginger Candy
3. Andalou Naturals Hyaluronic DMAE Lift & Firm Cream
4. Goviter - Viter Energy Mints 
5. Natralia - Eczema Body Wash & Shampoo
6. Kicking Horse Coffee - Kick A** Ground Coffee
7. Georgia Grinders - Creamy Peanut Butter
8. Swago - Cologne Wipes For Men
9. Volo Vitamins - Energy Stickpacks
10. Tiger Balm - Pain Relieving Patch

So, after trying each of every one of these samples, which some are full-size products by the way, here are my honest reviews and opinions:

ONA Treats - Cookies and Bars - 3/5


I like the packaging of the ONA Treats Cookies as it's cute and colorful. I also love the fact that it's Paleo Friendly, Gluten-Free, Grain-Free, Dairy-Free, Soy-Free, and contain No Refined Sugars which would be a healthy snack. The taste was a little bit bitter like dark chocolate, but you can get used to it especially when you are trying to eat more healthy snacks. It looks delicious too!


Prince of Peace - 100% Natural Ginger Candy - 5/5



This candy arrived just in time when I was suffering from a cough. I find the taste soothing, not too sweet with the kick of a real ginger. It also calms me when I am feeling nauseous. I totally loved its ginger sweetness. I tried putting it once to my tea, and it added a great flavor to it! And oh, I love how they are individually wrapped, making it easier to carry where you're on the go!


Andalou Naturals Hyaluronic DMAE Lift & Firm Cream - 4/5


First off, I didn't actually like the smell of this product. However, in the brighter side, it did brighten my skin in just the first use. It actually has that firming and tightening power. It's creamy but non-greasy at all. It made my face smooth and younger looking! Too bad, the sample was only for one use (but I did manage to used it up to 3 times😁😁😁)


Goviter - Viter Energy Mints - 4/5




These tasty little mints are packed with flavor and caffeine. It gave me an extra boost to do the things I have to do and give me extra when I fell short of energy. The taste was great! It goes from sweet to the bitter taste that's exactly what I need for fresh breath and an additional kick of energy. The sample I received had 3 pieces medicine tablet-like candies. My husband and I already ate 2, so I only have one left for the picture below.😁😁😁




This Body Wash and Shampoo soothes my scalp and skin's itchiness. Although I don't have Eczema, I sometimes suffer extreme itchiness in my scalp and some part of my skin. It's gentle on the skin and does not dry it out.  It has a faint smell, which is okay. It leaves my skin smooth.



First of all, the smell of this coffee is terrible that you just don't want to try it out. But I did try it once, it's definitely tasty but not that strong as it claims for a dark coffee. But you can simply add more grounds of it to make it as strong as you want it to be. I won't probably buy this coffee again. Just the smell of it makes me want to puke, sorry!



I love that they offer pouches for this peanut butter. It's easy to use and can be carried around on a road trip or picknick. It was indeed a creamy peanut butter! I love that it has natural ingredients with the right amount of salt that made it even tastier. It's not made sweet like other peanut butter I tasted which is good. This might become my new peanut butter choice! 



I had my husband tried it, and he was impressed like I was. It smelled really good and was perfect for him as he was always on the go in the morning. This is perfect for busy guys who still want to smell good. Easy to use with the fragrance that can get you to the day!

Volo Vitamins - Energy Stick packs - 3/5



This vitamin will come in handy when you need extra energy for the day. It's packed with real vitamins, fruits, and natural energy boosters. Although I didn't like its taste, which smelled and tasted like medicine by the way when I mixed it with my favorite juice, the taste tamed down a little, so it's bearable for me to drink. The good thing about it was, it actually did gave me energy for my whole day of stuff ahead. I got the berry and citrus flavor which can both go with my favorite juices.

 Tiger Balm - Pain Relieving Patch - 5/5



Most of the time I will experience extreme muscle & back pain, plus sore legs and feet. So this patch is an excellent addition to relieving the pain. I used this sample pain relieving patch on my back, and it did work well in relieving my back pain. No heat or burning sensation like other patches do, but it worked well and was indeed effective. It felt cold when put on my back but only for a couple of minutes. I love how it acted fast and made my back pain disappear! I might say it won't stay as long as you wanted it. In some parts, it can easily come off. But one more positive about this product is that it doesn't yank the skin when you pull them off as other patches do.


So, that was my awesome box of goodies and my reviews of each! Overall, I can say that this box was by far the most amazing sample box I received! It contains a variety of sample products including some full-sized items that not only I can enjoy but my whole family as well! My favorite was the Prince of Peace Ginger Candy that soothes my throat and gives my tea a distinctive flavor. The next thing I love from this box was the Georgia Grinders Creamy Peanut Butter that was perfect not only for my morning bread but also in between snacking throughout the day. Most of the products from this box I would definitely buy more and recommend to others. I definitely would love to receive more Goodie box to explore new, different products and share my valuable experience and opinion to other consumers like me. Thank you for letting me try one box!

If you want to check out my unboxing of this Goodie Box, you can click below:




What's your favorite product/s in this box? Comment below! 👍👍👍

Disclaimer: These Goodie Box and all the products I received were sent to me complimentary by Daily Goodie Box for reviewing purposes. All opinions are my own.

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My First Giveaway! #ladyshula1stgiveaway

Monday, May 15, 2017




I am very thrilled to have my very first Instagram giveaway! It's not as grand as other Giveaways coming around in Instagram World, but I know it'll be worth it to my loyal followers who became a big part of my freebie hunting journey and influenced me to strive more on becoming an active, honest product reviewer.




A closer look at the prizes:


A variety of coupons.

Different Sample size products.

Pink purse (to be filled w/ your prizes!)

Katloo cute nail cutter.


Pink nail clippers.


L.A. Colors Nail Glitter.


L.C.S.C Skincare samples.


Sinful Colors Nail Polish in Sweet Tooth.

Onyx Professional Polish w/ the glittery box :)


Skin & Co. Face Toner.

Ofra Rendezvous Blush.


Beverly Hills Polo Club Mini Spray.


3 Bamboo brushes.

Benefit Gimme Brow Fiber Gel.

How to enter:

1. You should be following me on Instagram (@ladyshulammite016) (no unfollows please!), like the giveaway post and then tag at least 2 of your friends.
2. Comment your favorite giveaway item from above in this blog post.
3. OPTIONAL - Subscribe to my Blog and receive an additional surprise gift(s)! (You can find the subscribe form at the upper right of this page, yes above my cute profile picture! 😉).

Disclosure:
  •  This giveaway is sponsored by yours truly, Marionette, No Strings Attached and is no way sponsored or affiliated with any brands included in the giveaway or  Instagram.
  • You should be 18 years or older and a US Resident.
  • The contest ends at 11:59 PM EST on May 21, 2017, and 1 winner will be selected at random.
  • The winner will be announced on Monday morning, May 22, 2017, and will be notified by DM on Instagram.
  • Winner must respond by Monday, May 22, 2017, at 1:00 pm to claim the prize and must immediately provide a shipping address for delivery.
  • I will be in no way responsible for lost shipping.
  • Marionette, No Strings Attached reserves the right to update, edit, and change Terms & Conditions at any time.
  • Any questions, comments, or concerns can be directed to ladyshulammite@gmail.com

Ready to win this giveaway? Follow the simple steps above! And don't forget to share your favorite product in this giveaway by commenting below!
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