Influenster Review: Playtex Sport Fresh Balance Tampons

I am a happy member of the Influenster community, and was sent the Vitality VoxBox (#vitalityvoxbox) with lots of free goodies to try out!  I wrote about all the products I received in this VoxBox in THIS BLOGPOST.  

Of those items I received, one was this full-sized box of Playtex Sport Fresh Balance tampons!  Y'all.... tampons are a necessity, and they're not super glamorous or exciting, but you know a good tampon when you've found one.  (You also know when you've found a bad tampon!  We've all been there, ladies!)

I love Playtex products.  They're reliable, dependable, and won't let you down.  While I'm not the biggest fan of scented feminine products, I can live with this because they make my purse smell nice.  Of course, these are great for staying active and not letting your period slow you down, so you're not exactly carrying a purse, right?!  I can continue my gym workouts and evening runs whenever I want, because I know I won't have any embarrassing "instances" with wearing a pad or tampon that might not hold up its side of the deal.

Go Playtex!  #PlayOn

Influenster Review: Bikini Ready Energy Gummies #BikiniReadyLifestyle

So recently, I blogged about my Vitality VoxBox from Influenster and mentioned these fun little gummies.  I got a sample pack of these caffeine-packed energy gummies from Bikini Ready that are designed to give you a quick boost of energy in a little chewy treat covered in sugar.  Yum!  For those of us that despise taking pills, the gummy was a fun alternative. 

I noticed upon eating my sample gummies that I did get a quick zing of energy, but it was hard to tell by just trying them one time how significant of a difference it made.  Just as drinking a smoothie, eating a banana, or even listing to "Jock Jams" can jazz you up prior to a workout or activity, this seemed to be a similar reaction for me.  

I appreciated the opportunity to try this product that I may have otherwise passed over, but only wish I could have received a larger sample so I could compare over a few days!

Thanks again to Influenster for providing me this box of samples to test out and review... be sure to get your own at www.influenster.com!

Influenster: Vitality VoxBox Review

After checking out all the products I received (free for testing purposes) from Influenster and the lovely businesses that contributed, here's the breakdown and what I thought!

First Degree Advanced Burn Cream
I won't say that I'm excited to get my next burn, but I'm looking forward to being prepared for the next time it happens.  You can't plan for these things!  Everything I've heard about this cream is great.

Pure Leaf Iced Tea
Yummy!  I'm a true southerner and we pride ourselves on homemade sweet tea, grits, and putting butter on everything.  BUT - this is a good alternative when homemade isn't an option.  It's easy for a grab-and-go drink, and especially best served cold on a hot summer day.  We've had quite a few of those here recently!

Playtex Sport Fresh Balance Tampons

I've said it before (I received these tampons in my last VoxBox) and I'll say it again... I really like Playtex tampons and they keep me covered!  This scented version is rubbing off on me I guess since using the samples from the last go-round, but I think my overall preference is still unscented.  Overall - as far as protection goes, Playtex has got you covered.

Bikini Ready Energy Gummies
I just received a small one-serving sample of these gummies.  While I'm not a fan of taking supplements, etc. when they aren't needed, these were pretty tasty.  Not sure of the actual effect on my workout (in fact, I felt a little naughty eating "candy" before working out), but like drinking a shake or eating a banana, I guess I felt energized.

Softlips Cube lip balm

Softlips: Yum.  Mint flavor: Double yum!  I'd compare this to the flavor I love from Burt's Bees to the funky shape and novelty of EOS.  Happy medium between the two and it's super soft.  I'm not a lipstick gal, so lip balm is my go-to.  They even included a couple of $1-off coupons, so I'll have to buy a few more for myself (or stocking stuffers if I want to be good and plan ahead... haha!)  Overall - YES!

Elizabeth Arden FLAWLESS FUTURE Caplet Serum

So this stuff is pricey, but I love a free sample.  Tried it out - it's nice.  Makes my skin feel soft and helped smooth out my complexion.  I have a minor acne issue and this seemed to help a bit.  The sample goes a long way!  Only a few pumps needed to cover my whole face.  After I finish up this sample, I'll have to see how much of a difference it makes to see if I can justify the cost (about $60 for a 1.0 fl oz product)

And that's a wrap!  Thanks for reading, and let me know in the comments if you've used any of these products and had different (or similar!) experiences!  OR if you have tried other variations or similar products, let me know!  I love trying new things.

I hope you find these reviews helpful and interesting.  Thanks again to Influenster for providing me this box of samples to test out and review... be sure to get your own at www.influenster.com!