L'eggs

L'eggs Energy Tights Collection

I love fall, cooler weather, pumpkin spice everything, Halloween and the fashion! L'eggs Tights are so comfortable, they make your legs look amazing, and provide extra warmth with the slightly cooler air. They are also very affordable, they can be found at CVS and other retail stores for less than $7.99.

Halloween costumes need accessories, but they can be very expensive. Especially if you want to recreate a celebrity costume. Harper's Bazaar put out an article (linked below) with pictures of celebrity costumes. There are a lot of cute costumes in the article, and i'm sure very pricey as well. So why not use L'eggs tights and do a DIY costume accessory. There are a few ideas below, showing you how tights, socks, leggings, etc.  can really make your costume look complete. Costumes also seem to get shorter every year, so this is a great idea if you want to make sure everything is covered up as well. I have a couple costumes I wouldn't dare bend over in :)

I usually have a few costumes every year, there are so many Halloween parties and events and I like to have fun with my costumes. One of my costumes this year is The Queen Of Hearts. So I will be using some chalk to add hearts to a pair of trouser socks. I also picked up some fabric paint too. The chalk shows up great, I recommend setting it with hairspray and allowing it to dry. The chalk should wash out easily, so you can get more use out of your tights. But if you want something more permanent there are so many fabric paints, glitter puffy paint etc. to choose from.

So if you are looking for a cute, fun affordable last minute costume ideas I suggest checking out the article below and pick in up some L'eggs, paint, chalk, gems, and other DIY supplies. They don't take long to make, the chalk is easy to wash out if you make a mistake. You can use chalk as a guide/outline and use the paint when you are happy with your design. They are a great addition to your fall wardrobe. These would also make great stocking stuffers for the holidays. 

*All pictures are courtesy of this Harper's Bazaar article. No celebrities are formally associated with the L'eggs brand or products.

Recreate Kim Kardashian's skeleton look with the L'eggs Energy Tights in black, a black shirt and some white chalk.

Sport a modern day Sandy from Grease outfit, like top model Lindsay Ellingson, with black L'eggs Energy Footless Tights and a signature leather jacket.

Channel your inner Queen Bey during the cold October night by adding on the black L'eggs Energy Footless Tights and some yellow stripes.

For an alternative queen costume, try Alessandra Ambrosio's take on the classic Queen of Hearts with L'eggs knee-high trouser socks!

Princess of hosiery Kate Middleton makes a perfect witch wearing fishnets! Instantly make your witch costume more weather-appropriate with black L'eggs Energy Tights. 

I received these products and information from L'eggs in exchange for an honest review.

Santamedical

Tens Unit Electronic Pulse Massager

I love this TENS Unit! Between having surgeries and having back issues I really needed this thing in my life. I was so excited to be able to review this in exchange for a review. I opened this as soon as I received it in the mail. It is powered by a rechargeable battery which are included. It was easy to use I just charged the battery with the USB charger (included), plugged in the electrode wires, placed the electrode pads on my shoulders and lower back, turned the device on, and chose the mode & intensity. I have been using this twice a day for the last couple weeks, I now have less back pain and it has reduced my stress while using it. I put these on for 15/30 minutes and relax on the couch while they massage me. There is many different settings to choose from, you can increase or decrease speed and intensity. The included electrode pads are reusable I have been using mine for weeks and they are still just as sticky, they do need to be replaced when the adhesiveness starts to decrease. If you take care of them as instructed they will last you a long time, however when you do need to replace them they are very affordable as is this unit.

Santamedical PM-180 Rechargeable Tens Unit Electronic Pulse Massager is a compact, portable, micro-computer controlled device. It can be used in many areas in your body, including arms, neck and shoulders, back, low back, legs, feet, joints etc. It may help to relieve pain and numbness in the following situations: Stiff neck; Muscle pains from over-exercise or stretch; Numbness from some chronic condition; Carpal-tunnel syndrome; Relieve pain and relax muscle spasms, or may prevent muscle atrophy. Recharge the internal lithium battery to keep them powered up for massages In the box:- Tens Unit handheld controller 4 electrodes - A TENS unit manual - TENS Unit - 2 sets electrode wires- Wall Unit charger- USB Cable - Pad and Wires Collector Operating Manual. You can purchase this Tens Unit here. I received this product in exchange for an honest review.

Tastee Apples

Tastee Apples

G*I*V*E*A*W*A*Y

Tastee Apple's is one of the most exciting things I received in the mail recently. I could not wait for them to arrive. The apples arrived fresh, crisp and on time. They have several kinds of apples to choose from Caramel Apples, Fantasy Gourmet Apples and Super Premium Apples. I received the Caramel Apple, Turtle Apple, Double Chocolate Delight and White Chocolate Pretzel. I sliced the apples up so the family could try the different flavors. They were all delicious, we loved them all. My personal favorite is the White Chocolate Pretzel, it is absolutely amazing! 

You can purchase the apples by the dozen, in trios or single apples. You can purchase these online here, or look for them at your local grocery store. I could not find them at Publix (my local store), the good thing about many stores now including Publix is that if they don't have something they will order it for you. I told my store i'd much rather buy apples from a family owned and operated business like Tastee Apples, than some imported apples. Tastee Apples has been family owned and operated business since they opened in 1974. If you can't find them at your local store, be sure to ask customer service to order some or order them online.

Tastee Apple are a great snack, the whole family will love. These would make a great gift for the the holiday season. They would also be the perfect treat to serve guest over the holiday season. You can order a dozen apples in caramel with nuts, jelly with coconut, candy with nuts, plain caramel and turtle for just $24.95. The Fantasy Gourmet Apples are $24.95 for a trio and the Super Premium Apples are $19.95 each. They are available all year long online. Be sure to enter below for a chance to win some.

The Winner Will Receive The Following:

      

· Caramel and Nuts

· Chocolate Turtle

· Double Chocolate Fantasy

· White Chocolate Pretzel

Tastee Apples

I received these apples in exchange for an honest review.

Ozeri

Dual Zone Ceramic Heater & Tower Fan

Winter is right around the corner and i'm very excited to have the Ozeri Dual Zone Ceramic Heater & Fan. This heater and fan has an adjustable thermostat and remote control. It has a gorgeous glass base, it makes the tower very sturdy. It is very easy to assemble. You just place the tower on base and tighten, that is it! There is a power button on the back that you turn on after you plug it in. I wanted to mention the power switch on the back because me and my husband didn't notice the switch, we plugged it in several outlets and thought it was broke. We went to put the fan back in the box and noticed the switch, we spent an embarrassing amount of time trying to get the fan to work, when all we had to do is hit a switch. The elegant tower will look great with any decor.

The tower has many settings, that you can adjust using the remote or touch screen on the front. The tower oscillates very quietly. I love that it oscillates, because it spreads the warmth throughout the whole room. It is made to keep you warm when it is cold and cool when it is hot. The fan does seem to work better with the heaters on, then it does when you are just using it as a fan. I think it is perfect, because here in Florida during the "winter" it could be 70/80 one day and 40 degrees the next. The dual ceramic heating systems allow you to use one or both heating zones with 2 speeds each for rapid heat distribution at 800 W (low) and 1500W (high), with overheat protection that prevents dust burning odors. The intelligent thermostat adjusts heat output according to the ambient temperature and automatically turns off when the selected temperature is reached. The tower includes dismountable dustproof filters for easy cleaning. There is a timer you can set from 1 to 12 hours.  It measures 33.5" in height and includes a recessed handle for easy to move from room to room. You can purchase this Ozeri Dual Zone Ceramic Heater & Fan here! It would make a great holiday gift.

I received this product from Ozeri in exchange for an honest review.

Crayola

Motorized Crayon Carver

Crayola is always coming out with new fun products, that kids loved. Crayola has many products and they are very affordable. Crayola crayons have been around for so long my parents used then, I used them and now are kids used them. No matter what your age coloring is fun, they have adult coloring books now too. I find coloring very calming and it reliefs stress, for a short period of time I get lost in what i'm doing and don't worry about a thing.

I am happy to share this Crayola Motorized Crayon Carver. This set comes with everything thing you need including crayons, brush and wrapper peeler. The only thing you need is 4 AA batteries and it is ready to use. Now you just pick a crayon, peel the wrapper off choose the letters or shape you want to carve into the crayon. You place the letter from left to right to spell out your name or whatever you want your crayon to say.

Since the holidays are coming up, I chose to spell out Happy :) Holidays! You take your crayon you peeled the wrapper off of and place a plastic piece on each end of the crayon, and then into the carving section. You then turn on the carver pull the arm towards the letter you placed in the board to spell out your word, and trace each letter. As you are tracing the letters the carver is carving the letters into the crayon. You then use the brush provided to brush of shavings. You can twist the crayon to carve the other side if you wish. Turn the machine off place the arm back into place and remove the crayon. 

It is so easy to set up and use. The kids will have a blast carving their crayons. This would be the perfect for the holidays or birthdays. Crayola also has a melt and mold machine, if you buy both you can save the shavings and melt them into your multi color crayons. Visit the Crayola website here to see all the amazing products they have to offer. You can purchase gifts for the whole family!

I received this product from Crayola in exchange for an honest review.

Krierah

The Dino Ladle - Dinosaur Soup Ladle

G*I*V*E*A*W*A*Y

I get to give one of these adorable dinosaur soup ladles away to one lucky winner. The Dino Ladle is perfect for soup, stew, chili, fruit punch, sauce etc. The Dino Ladle has feet on the bottom of ladle, and stands up on its own. So you can stand it up on the stove, counter or table in between uses. It adds a fun touch to your kitchen, and kids love it. It is made from Food grade BPA free Nylon and it serves up 6 ounces per scoop. Dishwasher safe and heat resistant to 400 degrees. You can purchase this ladle here! Be sure to enter below for a chance to win one. Good Luck!

The Dino Ladle I received this ladle in exchange for running a giveaway.

DreamSpa

AquaFan 12 Inch Rainfall Shower Head with LED/LCD Temperature Display

My family and I love this DreamSpa Shower Head. Not only is it bigger than a traditional shower head, but it has a lot more features as well. This showerhead displays the temperature of the water on a LED/LCD screen. The showerhead also lights up depending on water temperature. It lights up blue for cold (under 95F), green for warm (95-108F), red for hot (108-122) and flashes red when the water temperature is over 122 degrees. Once you learn what temperature water you prefer, you can turn shower on and get in when it is just the right temperature for you. It is also great if you got kids, to let them know if the water is to hot. Kids really love the lighted shower head too. This is a great addition to any bathroom, With the gorgeous chrome finish it will look great. 

The Large 12" shower head gives you shoulder to shoulder water coverage. I love waking up and standing under the water every morning it is so relaxing, and with the large shower head and curved fan shape i'm never half cold because the hot water coverage hits my whole body. It is adjustable and easy to install, you just unscrew your old showerhead, apply threading tape and mount the new shower head back on the wall. This is a high quality shower head, and I definitely recommend it if you're looking into upgrading or replacing an old shower head. You can purchase this DreamSpa AquaFan Showerhead here! 

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DreamSpa® AquaFan 12 inch All-chrome Rainfall Shower Head with Color-Changing LED/LCD Temperature Display is a Fixed Mount Overhead Showerhead with LED Display. Revitalize your bathroom with the World's most Luxurious LED Color Changing Chrome Face Shower Head that Features an Extra Large 12 inch Overhead Shower.

FEATURES

• Powered by Running Water; no batteries needed

• Built-in Water Temperature Sensor

• Large Lighted LED/LCD Display Screen Indicates Water Temperature

• Color of LED Lights Changes Automatically According to Water Temperature: 

BLUE - Cool Under 95F (35C),

GREEN - Warm 95-108F (35-42C), 

RED - Hot 109-122F (43-50C),

FLASHING RED - Warning Hot Over 122F (50C)

• LED Lights Have Long Life of 100,000 Hours (Over 10 Years of Heavy Daily Use)

• 123 Rub-Clean Jets for Drenching High-Power Rainfall Shower Experience

• Elegant 12 inch Curved Fan Design for Perfect Shoulder-to-Shoulder Flow Coverage

• Angle-Adjustable

• Premium All-Chrome Finish

• Long-Life LED Lights for 100,000 Hours (10+ Years) of Daily Use

DreamSpa

Gurin

Professional Rechargeable Water Flosser

This is a quality waterflosser. It is great for gum and teeth health. I take great care of my teeth and my dentist recommended that I add a waterflosser to my daily dental regimen. The flosser has 3 operation modes for varying oral care needs. The 3 modes are normal, soft, and pulse. Pulse is a comfortable way to massage your gum, it also removes bacteria between teeth and gums below the gumline. The powerful water jet removes food and other debris from between teeth. It is also great to clean around dental bridges, braces, and crowns. It comes with a rechargeable battery, charger, and 2 nozzles. The nozzles rotates 360 degrees. It is easy refill the water. You can purchase this Waterflosser here. I received this in exchange for an honest review.

Deluxe Cook

V-Blade Professional Vegetable Slicer

I love this Deluxe Cook V-Blade Vegetable Slicer. My old mandoline was about ready for the trash, so I was excited when I received this.  The blades on this are very sharp and cut through veggies and fruit. It is lightweight but sturdy. It is very durable and the silicone handle and feet keep the slicer in place and keep it from slipping and sliding when cutting. As I previously stated the blade are very sharp, so it is important when using a kitchen tool like this, that you have a quality product that ensures safety and the silicone helps ensure that you won't cut yourself. The hand guard that is include also helps ensure safety.

What I love most about this deluxe set is that it includes different blades allowing you to cut 2 sizes of slice thickness and 2 sizes of julienne thickness. You can make anything from shredded carrots to fries, cucumber slices to kiwi slices. I love using this for making fruit salads, veggie salad, fries, potato salad etc It also saves a lot of prep time, i'm able to easily slice through fruits and veggies quickly, or it allows me to do something else while my hubby slices them. The set includes a insert holder to store the inserts in.

It is very easy to use. You just select the blade and thickness you need and insert it into the mandoline. There is a button on the back you just press to release the insert and change to a different blade. You start slicing your food and when its down to about a third, then you insert the food you're slicing into the hand guard and start slicing. This set is dishwasher safe, but I prefer to wash it by hand and dry after use. This product is only for fruit and vegetables.

I received this product in exchange for an honest review.

Oak Leaf

Coffee Storage Carousel for K-Cup Pods

This carousel looks gorgeous on my kitchen counter. It is a great way to store your K-Cups. It spins around so you can easily find the one you want to make. It holds 35 K-Cups. It is a quality product that is sturdy. It is a chrome finish that will go with any kitchen decor. You can purchase this Coffee Storage Carousel here! I received this product in exchange for an honest review.

Brieftons

QuickPull Food Chopper 

I just received my Brieftons QuickPull Food Chopper and I love it. It is so easy to use. I love making my own salsa and this food chopper is perfect for it. If you want bigger chunks only pull it a few times, the more you pull the finer the pieces are. I love this for onions as well, NO more tears! The blades are really sharp and easily cut veggies, fruit, nuts, eggs etc.

This food chopper is great for making so many things! It also saves you a lot of prep time. You can make pesto, egg salad, coleslaw, salsa. Its great for chopping up up garlic, fresh herbs. You can checkout this video to see it action, by clicking here!

To use you just place the chopper on counter on table, open the lid and put it the food. Food should be chopped into golfball size chunks, harder foods a little smaller if necessary. The food should be placed around the blades. Put the lid back on and lock in place. Then you simply hold the food chopper down with one hand and pull the rip cord with the other. If there is resistance from harder food like carrots, just start with small pulls. One complete pull of the cord will chop food 16 times, you should check the food every 2 pulls until you reach your desired consistency.

The bowl has a 3 cup capacity and is BPA free, food safe plastic. The bottom piece is dishwasher, the lid however can't be submerged in water, you just use a damp cloth with a little soap to remove any food. You can purchase this food chopper here! I received this product in exchange for an honest review.

Life Infinity

Double Camping Hammock

I love this hammock, we just moved into our new house with a huge backyard. We put up the hammock and there was plenty of room for my husband and I. The kids love the hammock too. This is a great hammock for camping. It comes in purple and blue, I chose the purple. It is easy to use and install. It took a few minutes to set up, you just wrap the straps around the tree then it is ready to use. The straps are long enough to wrap around just about any tree trunk, and still you leave plenty of space for the distance between the trees. It includes stretch resistant Poly-Filament Webbed tree straps with stainless steel lashing rings. It is also easy to fold up and put back into gear pouch. There is a pouch for the straps too. The pouches make it very compact and make it easy to travel with. It has very strong stitching and material, it is built to last. The hammock can also be used indoors, it is dependable enough for everyday use. The hammock can be machine washed, in cold water. It dries very quickly, weather & mildew resistant 210T parachute grade nylon. You can purchase this hammock here! I received this product in exchange for an honest review.

Starkist

Starkist Salmon & Tuna Creations
With Recipe For: Salmon Corn Chowder 

I am so excited about these Starkist Creations! I have tried a few and they are so good. They are great for lunch or a quick snack. There are so many to choose from, there are also Kid's Creations. There are a lot of unique flavors as well. Some of the flavors I wasn't sure about, but they worked! I was surprised, like Hot Buffalo for example, it is not something I have even considered, but my family loved it. These are good right out of the pouch, on salads, sandwiches, crackers etc. They are a lot healthier, cheaper and convenient than take out. You can visit Starkist to check out all the different product, I was surprised how many there is to choose from. They also have amazing recipes on their site. All the product are low calorie, high protein, and rich in omega 3's.

I used the Lemon Dill Salmon to make Salmon Corn Chowder (recipe is below) I usually cook up some salmon fillets while the soup cooks in my slow cooker and add it in at the end. I was busy the other day and didn't have time to stop for fresh fillets, so I said i'm just going to try these and see what happens. It was delicious, I obviously prefer the fillets but this is a good substitute if you busy and don't have the time to cook.

I used the Mango Salmon to make fish tacos. I heated up the Salmon in a hot skillet sprayed with a little olive oil. I placed the salmon in warm tortilla and topped it with mango salsa, lettuce and cilantro-lime cream sauce. (recipe will be up on blog soon, be sure to come back and check it out!) These fish tacos were amazing, my hubby keeps asking for them. They have become a weekly meal in our house. 

There is actually a really good recipe for the Hot Buffalo Style Tuna Creation that you can find here! It's basically like a buffalo chicken wrap but with tuna. Lettuce, blue cheese, celery in a tortilla. Like I said before this one I was iffy about this one, but it was yummy and a big hit with the kids.



This one I also used one of the recipes found on Starkist. Salmon Cake Salad. They were really good as well. I have never had a Salmon cake but love crab cakes, so I wanted to give it a try. It is a easy, fast recipe and can be found here! The Pink Salmon is 100% wild caught, which is my preference.


I received these Starkist products in exchange for an honest review.

Recipe For Salmon Corn Chowder:

(I substituted the wild salmon fillets with 6 packs of Starkist Salmon Creations Lemon Dill)

Ingredients:

4 cups bottled clam juice or low-sodium chicken broth

1 lb unpeeled red-skinned potatoes, diced

2 carrots, thinly sliced

2 stalks celery, thinly sliced

1 1/2 cups of corn 

1 bunch of green onion, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

12 sprigs dill

12 sprigs parsley

6 sprigs thyme

2 bay leaves

Grated lemon zest and juice of 1 Lemon

1 - 2 lbs of wild salmon fillets, skin removed, cut into 2 inch pieces

1 teaspoon Kosher salt

1 teaspoon White pepper

1 cup heavy cream

Chopped parsley or dill for topping

Directions: 

Put the clam juice in a medium microwave-safe bowl and microwave until very hot, about 5 minutes.

Meanwhile, put the potatoes, carrots, celery, green onion, garlic, lemon zest and juice in a 6-quart slow cooker. Tie the dill, parsley, thyme and bay leaves together with twine and add to the slow cooker. Pour in the hot clam juice; cover and cook on high, 3 1/2 hours.

Stir the heavy cream into the vegetables in the slow cooker, then partially submerge the salmon in the liquid. Add a 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper. Cover and cook 30 more minutes.

Discard the herb bundle; season the chowder with salt and pepper. Top with parsley or dill and corn. Serve with a warm baguette, bread sticks or crackers.

Aleratec

3-Tier Configurable Swivel Stand

I really like this Aleratec 3-Tier Swivel Stand, It was so easy to put together, took a few minutes. The only tool needed was a phillips head screwdriver. The stand came with 16 legs, 8 short and 8 long. You pick what legs you would like to use you only need 8 for the 3 tier stand or you can leave it at 2 tiers and only use 4 legs. You can choose to use 8 long legs, 8 short legs, or 4 long legs on the bottom and 4 short legs on the top. There is so many options to choose from. The image above is a stock photo, the photos below I took, the smaller picture is the swiveling base. 

I am using this stand for my spare room so I chose to use it as a 3 tier stand with the long legs. It is very durable and sturdy. I have a 32 inch flat screen in the spare room, and it fit on the stand perfectly. This could be very useful as a two tier, you just place it on top of whatever tv stand, entertainment center or dresser you have your tv on, place your tv on it and you can swivel it to face the tv in the direction you need it. I may buy one just for that. I like to watch tv while i'm at my desk, vanity or in bed; it will make it easier to turn the tv and angle it in the direction I need it to be. The swiveling base turns 360 degrees. This TV stand holds up to 132 pounds. I definitely recommend this if you are looking for an affordable TV stand for your room. You can purchase this swivel stand here!

I received this product in exchange for an honest review.

MenstruHeat

Heat Packs

These little heat packs are amazing. They heat up fast, and are very convenient. I keep these in a small bag, in my purse with some tampons. They are great for lower back pain. They work good for cramps too. I have very bad back pain and stomach cramps during that time of month, sometimes they are so bad I just stay in bed with a heating pad. They are easy to use, just open the pack, allow to heat for about 5-10 minutes, and peel & stick on skin or on shirt. I like that I can use these while i'm out, instead of being stuck home with a plugged in heating pad. They are also very discreet, no one will know you are wearing it. The pads provide non-medicinal, 100% natural heat therapy without any side effects. They are light-weight, portable and the adhesive works well. They provide 12 hours of continuous heat. You can purchase these heat packs here! I received these in exchange for an honest review.

Cationic Hydration Interlink

CHI Argan Oil plus Moringa Oil Hair Care Line

I absolutely love my CHI flat iron, so I was super excited to try out one of their hair care lines. I switch hair products often, because after a while my hair seems to get use to them. This line has definitely made my favorites list. I love what it does for my hair, and it is one I will keep coming back too when I change up products. The CHI Argan Oil plus Moringa Oil Hair care line includes; Rejuvenating Masque, Shampoo, Conditioner and Argan Oil. They are made in the USA and are sulfate and paraben free.

My hair is thick, curly and long, it is also dry and a little damaged from styling, bleaching and coloring. The beach, pool and sun always affects my hair during the summer. These product, especially the masque has help reverse some of that damage and has helped hydrate my dry hair. It has made my look and feel more healthy, it is shiny and soft again too.

These products smell phenomenal. I have gotten so many compliments on how great my hair smells when i'm using these products. You can visit CHI/BIOSILK website Here to see all the amazing products they have to offer. You can purchase these products at salons, beauty stores etc. I suggest Ulta as they always have some great coupons you can use. You can also call your local salon and see if they carry CHI Chromashine they have gorgeous bold and bright pastel colors.

These products would make a great gift this holiday season. Winter can be harsh on hair, so you should treat yourself or someone else with something you or they could really use. Just put them in a cute basket or stocking, maybe include, styling tools, or a giftcard to a salon or beauty store. 

Rejuvenating Masque deeply nourishes and repairs hair. It provides essential vitamins and antioxidants that replenish moisture, restore shine, smooth frizz and improve hair's overall appearance. You apply to wet hair and in just 3-5 minutes you have gorgeous, shiny, smooth, healthier looking hair, that smells amazing. Cost $20

CHI Argan Oil Shampoo combines a unique blend of exotic oils that gently cleanse and rejuvenate dry, damaged hair by restoring moisture, essential vitamins, antioxidants and strengthening proteins creating healthy, shiny hair. Cost $16

CHI Argan Oil Conditioner rejuvenates dry, damaged hair by replenishing moisture and infusing hair with vitamins and nourishing oils for a smooth, soft, frizz-free finish with restored shine. This nourishing conditioner enhances hair’s strength and elasticity while helping to protect against damage from thermal styling and UV rays. Cost $17

CHI Argan plus Moringa Oil is a lightweight, quick absorbing blend of oils specially formulated to rejuvenate and moisturize dull, damaged hair. Rich in antioxidants and vitamin E, this luxurious oil blend instantly smooth’s hair for healthy looking styles with incredibly shine and movement. This unique oil blend also while helps to protect against damage from thermal styling and UV rays. Cost $22

I received these products and information from CHI in exchange for an honest review.