What's in my #GoVoxBox from Influenster?

 

 

And the award for fastest shipped and largest box goes to....the GO VoxBox!! :) I got an email saying I'd get the box...then two days later, it shows up on my door step! No stalking the mailman at all! :) I was pretty excited to dig into this new box since its theme was health and wellness and that goes with my goals for these next few months (well, life actually.) .

However, there was quite a few things I had no use for.

Like the Playtex Sport Fresh Balance tampons [retail, $3.99-4.99] - Being pregnant, its not something I find myself needing. And to be honest, while I appreciate free products, I just don't feel comfortable in promoting feminine hygiene products on my Facebook, Instagram or even my blog... I mean, it doesn't seem like social media appropriate material. I don't feel comfortable saying much about this product so.... Moving right along.

 

 

 

The Vitamin Shoppe's Next Step Fit N Full shake mix and Next Step Jaxx Shaker Cup. - I got three different flavored packs of shake mix in my box and a very cool looking shaker cup. I was initially concerned because Tonalin CLA was in the mix and I didn't know if I should use it being pregnant. I looked into it and I figured if I wasn't using them as meal replacements (as a dieter would), I'd be fine.
I was really impressed that the mix mixed together so well, thanks in part to the awesome Jaxx Shaker cup! I tried the Swiss Chocolate, which was not chalky but it did not have a flavor that appealed to me. It tasted very medicine/vitamin-y like, with some chocolate flavoring thrown in for good measure. I think it would taste better if it were mixed with something like, Almond Breeze Vanilla, a banana, some peanut butter maybe? What's in the mix itself is really good, and its low in sugar, so using it as a base for a smoothie/shake seems like the best use of this product.
While the Fit N Full shake mix itself was not a hit in my book, I simply love the Jaxx Shaker cup. A very good size cup, dish washer safe and it has a little handle, which I find to be very useful when there is condensation on the cup. It is perfect for my whole fruit/veggie smoothies!

 

Up next, Blue Diamond Fruit Flavored Almonds![retail $3.19 for a 4oz bag] - I received the Blueberry flavored almonds. They are tasty, healthy and a great not melting snack to keep in my purse. However, not for me. I am sensitive to certain nuts, Almonds being one of them. I did try them though, so I can attest to their tastiness! Almost like a candy! My toddler and husband were more than happy to gobble up the rest.  I am always looking for good snacks to keep around the house/in my purse and these delicious Almonds fit the bill.
 

 

Muller Greek Corner and Corner Yogurts [retail $1.29] -  Due to the fact that yogurt can spoil, they obviously did not send me a sample, but a coupon for a free yogurt. I gave a more in depth review here. At my local Publix, I was sad to see such a small selection of Muller products, as I was hoping to try the Greek Corner yogurt, but was equally happy to try the plain jane Vanilla and Crunchy Granola corner yogurt. Very rich and creamy, a perfect midmorning snack.



PROFOOT Triad Orthotics and Pedi-Rock [retail $10.49 & $8.99, respectively] - I'm already a big fan of PROFOOT products, so I was very happy to receive these two products. You can see my full review here! Both are great products. :)
 

and Last but not Least...

Aqua Spa Relax Collection, Bath Soak [Retail $9.99] - This product goes hand in hand (errr, foot?) with the PROFOOT Pedi-Rock. With a lovely light lavender and chamomile scent, it makes a bath blissful! Feels like you are having a spa treatment at home. :) My tip for this is, don't wait to use it just in the bath tub. When you're taking a shower, sprinkle this in the bottom, plug up the tub and shower on! You can smell the relaxing lavender in the shower steam and your feet get a little extra pampering.
I had never heard of this company and unfortunately there isn't yet a review on the EWG's Skin Deep website yet, so I don't know where this lands on their scale. Overall though, I would say I really like the Bath Soak!

Ok, so I think that is everything in my Go VoxBox! Again, I am so glad to have been able to get these products and test them out, so Thanks Influenster! :) I have a cuddly toddler I need to attend to, so I will see ya next post. Lata!

 

*Nellers*
 All of these items were received compliments of Influenster for testing purposes.

#GoProFoot Fancy!

I don't make any attempts to hide my frugality, so this may not be quite a shocker to you...I use insoles in my sneakers to extend the life of the shoes. My favorite brand has been ProFoot and they always came in a full length, you'd trim the excess to fit your shoe. I have been using them for about six years now (well, not the same pair... Lol I'm not that cheap).   I was really sad when Walmart seemed to stop carrying them.
So when I received ProFoot's Triad Orthotic in my Go VoxBox from Influenster, I was quite happy to get to try them. They also sent along the ProFoot Pedi Rock.
 

All week I have been using the ProFoot Pedi Rock in the shower. Its handle season here in Florida (really, when is it not?), so I try to make sure I have some sort of pumice stone around to keep my heels looking halfway decent. The Pedi Rock is a very interesting design because much larger than most pumice stones I've used, also it is soft! You can use it wet or dry, but since I normally do my feet towards the end of my shower, I have mostly just used it wet. However, I have noticed that the abrasive that they use is starting to come off, leaving bare spots on the "rock". The shape of the PediRock makes it easy to hold in the shower, but I think that using it dry might extend the life of the rock. I could have just gotten a defective one, so I plan on contacting ProFoot about the problem I had. Overall though, I love the idea of this product and it did a great job of sloughing of dead skin on my feet.

Moving on to the  Triad Orthotics! I initially had tucked them in my Asics and took a few long walks in the neighborhood, but I knew the real test would be a long day of working on my feet. This morning I slipped them into my work Saucony's and went off to the job. Eight hours later, I can honestly say they made my feet much less sore, very comfortable on my heels and arches. My only minor complaint is that they aren't just a little longer. They hit the pad of my foot a little funny, so sometimes it feels like there is a wrinkle in my sock. I will definitely be keeping the ProFoot Triad Orthotics in my work shoes and will be buying another pair for my running shoes! Very happy with this product and so glad to have gotten the opportunity to try them.  Thanks Influenster! ♥

Ciao,
Nellers

Both items were received compliments of Influenster for testing purposes.