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Cool Down With NewAir

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Disclosure: I received a complimentary product in order to facilitate this review. All opinions are my own. Please note that this post contains affiliate links.

Here in Southern California, we are already starting to experience warmer temperatures. I know that once summer hits, this NewAir Evaporative Air Cooler and Portable Cooling Fan will be a lifesaver.

The NewAir Evaporative Air Cooler and Portable Cooling Fan comes fully assembled. All you have to do is fill the water tank, plug the unit into an electrical outlet and press the on button!

I had never tried a fan that uses water, so I was curious to see how it works.

As water evaporates from the honeycomb pads, the NewAir Evaporative Air Cooler and Portable Cooling Fan creates a wind chill effect on your skin and circulates cool air.* This unit also comes with two ice packs that you can add to the water for maximum cooling effect. The cool air from this fan could be felt from across a room. I also appreciated that the unit is not too loud.

*Please note that this type of fan is recommended for places with dry heat, not high humidity. I can see how adding moisture to already humid air would not provide much relief.

I like the clean and modern design of this NewAir fan. The casters also make it easy to roll from room to room.

It even comes with a remote control that lets you adjust timer and fan settings from your chair or bed-so convenient!

I think the best aspect of the NewAir Evaporative Air Cooler and Portable Cooling Fan is that it is energy-efficient and eco-friendly since it does not use chemical coolants like air conditioning does. I am looking forward to keeping cool this summer while also keeping our energy costs low!

Where To Purchase NewAir Products + Discount Code

NewAir appliances are available to purchase through their online store. In addition to the NewAir Evaporative Air Cooler and Portable Cooling Fan, NewAir also offers many other products, including other beverage fridges, wine fridges, ice makers and heaters. Use discount code LIMBYLIM at checkout for ten percent off your purchase!

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Make Quick Smoothies At Home With SmoothieBox

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Disclosure: I received samples in order to facilitate this review. All opinions are my own. This post may contain affiliate links.

Smoothies are a convenient way to pack more nutrients into your daily diet. My family enjoys smoothies for breakfast as well as an afternoon snack.

SmoothieBox makes homemade smoothies even easier by delivering freezer-friendly pouches right to your door.

The pouches contain pre-portioned ingredients. All you have to do is pour the contents of a pouch in a blender and add 8-12 oz. of your preferred liquid: e.g. almond milk, yogurt, coconut water and/or water.

SmoothieBox smoothies contain organic fruits, vegetables, and seeds, and are free from additives and artificial sweeteners.

A smoothie is a great way to start your day!

SmoothieBox smoothies come in a delicious variety of flavors.

  • Green: includes organic spinach, organic Granny Smith apples, organic avocado, organic pineapple and organic flax seed
  • Cacao: includes organic bananas, organic zucchini, organic kale, cacao chips and organic coconut water
  • Clementine: includes mandarin, organic sweet potato, organic carrots, organic ginger, and organic coconut cream
  • Berry: includes organic wild blueberries, organic strawberries, organic cauliflower and organic beet juice

Each pouch makes two smoothies, as shown. (This Green flavor is quite refreshing!) I like how the flavors blend together well and that the smoothies had a nice texture from the bits of the fruits, vegetables and seeds.

SmoothieBox smoothies can be enjoyed at home, or on the go!

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A SmoothieBox includes four Super Smoothie 5-packs in your choice of Berry, Cacao, Green and Clementine flavors (20 smoothie packs total). You can choose to add on a mug and a daily dose of collagen too.

Receive $15 Off + FREE Shipping On Your First SmoothieBox with code SMOOTHIEFAN15 at SmoothieBox.com through 12/31/21.

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Snack Naturally With Sweet Chaos Popcorn

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Disclosure: I received samples in order to facilitate this review. All opinions are my own.

If you have been following this blog for any length of time, you know that my family loves to snack. I am always extra excited to discover snacks that use natural ingredients. Sweet Chaos is a company that I recently discovered that makes popcorn in an array of delicious flavors. What makes this popcorn stand out is that they pop their non-GMO popcorn in coconut oil. Sweet Chaos popcorn is gluten-free, as well as free from high fructose corn syrup, trans fat, and artificial colors and flavors.

We had the pleasure of trying Sweet Chaos Popcorn in the following flavors:

  • Sea Salt
  • White Cheddar
  • Kettle Corn
  • Honey Chipotle
  • Chaos Mix
  • Jalapeno Blue Cheese

The sea salt flavor is for the popcorn purist. Sweet Chaos uses real sea salt, and the coconut oil adds a unique richness.

My family’s favorite flavor was the Chaos Mix, which is a mixture of cheddar cheese and caramel. The mixture of sweet and savory is just right!

I like how the kernels are nice and crisp. Sweet Chaos Popcorn is the perfect food to satisfy your next snack craving.

Where To Purchase Sweet Chaos Popcorn

Sweet Chaos Popcorn is available through their online store. They also make decadent-sounding drizzled popcorn if you are looking for a truly sweet treat!

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Treat Yourself To Blake’s Seed-Based Rice Crispy Treats

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Disclosure: I received samples in order to facilitate this review. All opinions are my own.

Blake’s Seed Based is another company that I discovered through the Online Nourished Festival. The idea for this company was born as a result of the founder’s own nut allergy. As an athlete, he wanted to create a bar that would provide healthy fuel, without nuts. Since both of my kids are allergic to nuts, I was eager to have them try these products.

I love the bright and fun packaging!

Blake’s Seed-Based Rice Crispy Treats

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Blake’s Seed-Based Rice Crispy Treats are a treat you can feel good about eating. They come in chocolate chip and strawberry flavors, and both are moist and delicious. These cute bars are made with pumpkin seed, sunflower seed, and brown flax seed. Seeds are a good food to include in your diet because they are nutrient-dense and contain antioxidants, vitamins and minerals. If food allergies are of a concern to you, it is reassuring that Blake’s Seed-Based products are made in a nut-free and gluten-free facility and are free from peanuts, tree nuts, milk, egg, wheat, soy and sesame.

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Blake’s Seed-Based Snack Bars

Blake’s Seed Based also makes nut-free snack bars using pumpkin, sunflower and flax seed. They come in the following flavors:

  • Blueberry Lemon
  • Raspberry
  • S’mores
  • Pineapple

We tried the S’mores flavor and it is sure to satisfy any chocolate craving you may have without being overly sweet. The seeds give the bar a heartier texture but they are easy to eat (unlike some bars I have had where nuts are the main ingredient and they almost break your teeth.)

Where To Purchase Blake’s Seed Based Products

Blake’s Seed Based Snack Bars and Rice Crispy Treats are available through their website or at a store near you.

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Burn Cleaner Candles With Terra Vela

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Disclosure: I received samples in order to facilitate this review. All opinions are my own.

I recently read about the benefits of burning soy candles, including that they give off less toxic fumes than other traditional candles. So off to Google I went, where I came across Terra Vela Soy Candles. Terra Vela uses 100% natural, biodegradable soy wax and all cotton wicks, along with essential oils and phthalate-free fragrance oils. It was also exciting to learn that this small business is local to me, as the candles are made in Huntington Beach, California.

One of the reasons I like burning candles in my home is because the scent can transport to you another place and time. Terra Vela has a wide range of scents that can evoke memories of a relaxing day at the beach (e.g. Beach House), or a refreshing walk in the forest (e.g. Aspen).

Each Terra Vela candle comes in an individual box made of 100% recycled material. I appreciate how the hand-stamped label gives the candle an extra artisan-touch.

This “Bliss” soy candle was one of my favorite Terra Vela candles that I tried. The box describes the scent as follows: “A sparkling, fruit fragrance with top notes of pineapple, jasmine and grapefruit, finished off with mango and sugared musk”. Since I am a fan of of fruity fragrances, I can see why this candle appeals to me. It also reminds me of the Bath and Body Works Champagne Toast fragrance, if anyone is familiar.

I also really like the clean aesthetic of the Terra Vela Soy Candles. They do not use coloring, as using synthetic petroleum-based colorants would compromise their commitment to using natural ingredients. The simple clear glass container is easily incorporated into any interior. Therefore, these candles would fit anyone’s style and make an easy gift; think housewarming, Easter, Mother’s Day, etc.

Where To Purchase Terra Vela Soy Candles

Terra Vela Soy Candles are available through their online store. They also offer a variety of other natural home fragrance products, including essential oils, diffusers, and soy melts. To receive 20% off your purchase, use the following discount code at checkout: 20

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Pretzel Pete Snacks Are Delicious AND Allergen-Safe

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Disclosure: I received samples in order to facilitate this review. All opinions are my own.

Pretzels are one of my family’s favorite snacks to munch on. I recently learned about Pretzel Pete, a family-owned company dedicated to making delicious pretzels with natural ingredients. What makes Pretzel Pete especially stand out to me is that their snacks are made in a peanut and tree nut-free facility. As a parent of two kids with nut allergies, I know how difficult it is to find truly allergen-safe snacks. Even if no one in your family has nut allergies, you probably know someone who does. It is reassuring to know that you can share these snacks with others without worries about cross-contamination.

Pretzel Pete Mini Twists

The shape of the classic twist pretzel reminds me of a friendly hug. The Pretzel Pete Mini Twist Pretzels are light and crisp and have just the right amount of salt. It is also notable that Pretzel Pete offers two gluten-free options for anyone who adheres to a gluten-free diet. Pretzel Pete Mini Twist Pretzels come in the following flavors:

  • Lightly Salted Whole Wheat Mini Twist Pretzels
  • Salted Caramel Mini Twist Pretzels
  • Cheese Pizza Mini Twist Pretzels
  • Gluten-Free Salted Mini Twist Pretzels
  • Gluten-Free Sour Cream Chives Mini Twist Pretzels

Pretzel Pete Nuggets

Pretzel Nuggets are perfect for when you are craving a heartier crunch. The Pretzel Pete Pretzel Nuggets come in the following flavors:

  • Cheddar & Ale Seasoned Pretzel Nuggets
  • Honey Mustard & Onion Seasoned Pretzel Nuggets
  • Garlic & Parmesan Seasoned Pretzel Nuggets

Don’t all of these flavor combinations sound so delectable? My favorite is the Garlic & Parmesan, since I am a big garlic fan. Pretzel Pete “soaks” their pretzels with seasoning instead of just spraying it on like most manufacturers. I have to say that this process really makes a difference in increasing the flavor intensity.

Pretzel Pete Seasoned Pretzel Pieces

I really like Pretzel Pete’s idea of making bags of pretzel pieces. All of the irregular nooks and crannies provide a lot of places for the unique seasoning to permeate. The Pretzel Pete Pretzel Pieces come in the following bold flavors:

  • Smokey Bacon Cheddar Seasoned Pretzel Pieces
  • Buffalo Blue Seasoned Pretzel Pieces
  • Cinnamon Brown Sugar Seasoned Pretzel Pieces

My son likes just about anything with bacon, so of course he wanted to try the Smokey Bacon Cheddar flavor first. He gave them a big thumbs up!

We will definitely be packing Pretzel Pete snacks with us for our spring break excursions!

Where To Purchase Pretzel Pete Snacks

Pretzel Pete products are available through their online store, or at a store near you.

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Establish A Night Routine With Brandless

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Disclosure: I received samples in order to facilitate this review. All opinions are my own.

Do you have a self-care night routine? While I am diligent about using sunscreen in the day, I am more sporadic about the skincare products I use at night. Brandless is a company that makes high-quality personal care and household products at a reasonable price point. I recently had the opportunity to try out the Brandless Night Routine Bundle.

Brandless Night Routine Bundle

The Brandless Night Routine Bundle contains some of Brandless’ favorite skincare products. Notably, these products are not tested on animals and are “cruelty free”. Here is a list of the included products, along with some of my thoughts on them.

Grapefruit Facial Cleanser: Grapefruit is one of my all-time favorite scents, so I had high hopes for this facial cleanser. I love the scent and it left my skin feeling clean and refreshed.

Depuffing Eye Gel: I like that this eye gel has the word “depuffing” in its name since my under-eye area is prone to puffiness. In addition, this eye gel provides moisture and claims to reduce dark circles. This eye gel was light going on, and not greasy. It felt slightly tingly and cooling under my eyes as well.

Green Apple Facial Toner: I tend to think of toner as being somewhat harsh on the skin, but this one felt more gentle. The green apple is a welcome addition to the usually strong witch hazel scent. It is a good step to use in between a cleanser and a moisturizer.

Night Cream: My face did indeed feel softer and less dry after applying this night cream before bed. Recently my daughter has been complaining that her facial skin is dry, so I am going to have her try using this cream at night.

Acai Berry Lip Balm-2 Pack: This is a colorless lip balm that anyone can use. The acai berry scent is subtle and it does a nice job of moisturizing my lips.

The Acai Lip Balm is a product you will want to keep in your bag so that you can reapply it throughout the day.

Avocado Basil Hand Cream: I was curious about this hand cream since I like to eat avocados and basil, but I do not necessarily want to smell like them. I found the scent to be pleasant, but difficult to describe. I would not guess that it was avocado and basil! It does have a nice rich consistency and I find myself reaching for it often during these dry winter days.

Mint Foot Cream: I confess that I often neglect the skin on my feet, and my feet deserve better. I tried slathering this cream on my feet and putting on socks to seal in the moisture before bed as suggested. My feet appreciated this treatment! Now I just need to remember to do this more often.

I started to keep the Avocado Basil Hand Cream and Mint Foot Cream in my nightstand drawer so I have it handy before bedtime.

Charcoal Mask: Charcoal seems to be a popular skincare ingredient these days. It is known for drawing out impurities from the skin. This paste has a thick consistency and is easy to apply and rinse. My skin felt like it received a “deep clean” and I would like to incorporate this into a weekly routine.

Where To Purchase Brandless Products

Brandless carries a wide variety of products which are available for purchase through their online store. They are currently offering free shipping on purchases over $40.

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Costoffs Office Chair Review

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Like many others, next month will be the one year anniversary of D working from home. Over this past year, he has changed his work-at-home configuration several times. Currently, his setup is in a downstairs corner adjacent to our living room. Several months ago, he realized that he needed to buy a bigger desk. Now, he has a new Costoffs Office Chair to complete his makeshift home office.

This Costoffs Office Chair in Dark Gray features a mesh back and a swivel base with casters. It arrived neatly packaged with an instruction manual easy enough for my eleven year old to follow.

We have gone through several office chairs over the years, but this is our first time trying out an office chair with a mesh back. According to the Costoffs description, the mesh back “allows better airflow, accelerating heat and moisture dissipation”. This makes sense if you have ever spent a long time sitting on a leather or pleather chair.

The Costoffs Office Chair has several other additional features designed for comfort. The cushioned seat made with durable mesh fabric has a good amount of padding. The arm rests provide support and the smooth-rolling wheels provide mobility. This chair also includes a lumbar support, which I personally am not used to. (I would try to test out a similar chair to see if this type of lumbar support is what you are looking for). The chair also has a lever that allows the back to be tilted and locked in place. As you can see, there are a lot of elements to consider when purchasing an office chair. The Costoffs office chair seems to cover them all.

Costoffs Office Chair Measurements

When buying a new office chair, it is important to make sure the chair will fit well in your space (and for your body!) Here are the measurements of the Costoffs Office Chair for your reference:

According to the website, the recommended user weight for this chair is under 200 lbs. The lever (which is powered by a gas cylinder) that adjusts the height of the chair is handy and easy to use.

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As I grow older, I realize how important it is to sit in a chair that provides adequate support. D is disciplined about making sure he takes walking and exercise breaks during the workday. However, having a comfortable and ergonomic office chair is essential when you spend several hours a day sitting at a desk. We are now realizing that our kids should also be sitting on better office chairs while they Zoom for online school. Do you need an office chair upgrade?

Where To Purchase Costoffs Furniture

This Costoffs office chair is available for purchase through their online store. It comes in a variety of colors, including black, gray, red, blue, orange and dark gray (as featured). Costoffs also offers a wide selection of other types of furniture for the home and office. As noted on their website, they offer free shipping, no minimum! I found their shipping time to be fast and efficient.

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Poptime Popped Chips Fuel School + Work

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Well, we have almost completed a full year of the kids Zooming from home for school. They are currently doing a hybrid schedule where they go in person two times a week and are virtual three times a week. I actually like the flexibility of this type of schedule, and it has just become part of our routine.

I try to keep a stash of relatively healthier snacks on hand so the kids have something to munch on to keep them going through the school day. Poptime Popped Chips are the perfect choice! They come in four highly poppable flavors:

  • Jalapeno
  • BBQ & Honey
  • Sea Salt
  • Truffle

Everyone in my family devours these light and crispy Poptime Popped Chips. Seriously, all of the flavors are winners. In addition, they are non-GMO, cholesterol-free, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, contain zero trans fat, no preservatives, and no artificial flavors.

Let’s not forget about my husband, who is also still working from home. I think he is even more of a snacker than the kids. Poptime Snacks help fuel our family during both school and work.

Where To Purchase Poptime Snacks

Poptime Snacks are available for purchase on the Poptime Snacks website (with free shipping on all orders). Use code LIM10 for 10% off your order! Poptime snacks are also available for purchase on Amazon.

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Barely There Block Island Organics Suncare

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Wearing facial moisturizer with SPF is one of my daily habits. I think we have all heard about how much damage UV rays can do to our skin. However, we also need to be careful about which skincare products that we use to protect ourselves from the sun. Block Island Organics Suncare is a line that uses non-toxic ingredients. In addition, their products do not contain parabens, sulfates, phthalates, dyes or artificial fragrances.

I had the opportunity to try Block Island Natural Face Moisturizer SPF 30. My personal experience is that most “natural” sunscreens leave a white film on my skin. I do not find it too bothersome when I am at the beach and the sunscreen makes my arms and legs look white. However, going to work with a pasty white face is not attractive. Therefore, I was curious about the “transparent zinc” found in this facial moisturizer’s description.

After using this moisturizer for several days, I am pleased to say that it really does blend in clear, not white. Although the moisturizer itself appears whitish/yellowish out of the tube, it miraculously disappears after applying it to my skin.

This Block Island Facial Moisturizer does a great job of moisturizing my face, which is especially important in the winter. I like that it does double-duty by simultaneously providing SPF 30 UV protection. The fact that it also does not make me look like a mime is a wonderful bonus!

Where To Purchase Block Island Organics

Block Island Organics skincare products are available through their online store.

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