November 2015 Mail Goodies

It took some time and editing, but I’ve finally got a compiled list of ALL the freebies I’ve received throughout the month of November. Before I even get a chance to ramble let's just get right into the good.

I'm signed up to CrowdTap, if you're not signed up to CrowdTap it's a site that sends you full size products to try and review. For each sample sent you're stop supposed to complete a series of missions. I was selected for three missions. I haven't received my samples for one, but I've completed two. I was selected for missions for SPLENDA and Sweet 'N Low.

For SPLENDA mission I received a full sized box of SPLENDA and had to make a baby spinach and bacon salad which went perfect with our Thanksgiving dinner.

Baby Spinach 'n Bacon Salad

• 1 bag baby spinach ( or regular spinach whatever works for you)
• 1/2 cup croutons
• 5 slices of turkey bacon
• 1/4 cup red onion
• 2 cloves garlic

Dressing

• 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
• 1/4 cup white vinegar
• 1/4 cup water
• 3 tablespoons SPLENDA

For my mission for Sweet 'N Low I played mixtress and made some drinks for my parents for Thanksgiving. I received 11 sample packs of Sweet 'N Low, two samples per pack. There's a coupon included in each pack.

I'm pretty sure this Skinny Cosmopolitan is my mom's new favorite drink.

Skinny Cosmopolitan

• 3 ounces of seltzer water
• 1 ounce vodka
• 1 packet of Sweet 'N Low
• 1 ounce cranberry juice
• Lemon slice (for garnish)

I also made a Skinny Daiquiri which was more my dad's speed.

Skinny Daiquiri

• 1 1/2 strip of lime zest
• 1 packet Sweet 'N Low
• 3/4 ounce fresh lime juice
• 1 1/2 ounce light rum
• Lime slice ( for garnish)

I was very pleased with the outcome from both mission and can't wait for more to come.

I'm also signed up to Smiley360 another site very similar to CrowdTap. I qualified for a Purina Beyond mission and I received two bags of all natural, grain free dog snacks. I received the jerky strips with chicken & carrots and the white meat chicken cutlets.

Although I have two dogs, Kermit and Sweet Pea only Kermit got to try the samples sent to me. Sweet Pea is a diabetic and is on a very strict diet the snacks he receives are very limited.

Kermit really enjoy the white meat chicken cutlet, as I knew he would. But the jerky strips earned me a selfie.

Kermit and I are both pleased with these snacks. He enjoys eating them and I love giving them to him because they're good for him. Both these products are packed with quality ingredients,

• Chicken is the #1 ingredient
• No corn, wheat or soy
• No poultry by product meal
• No added artificial colors, flavors or preservatives

These next freebies I received from various companies. I frequent four freebie sites on a regular basis. Sometimes the freebie collecting game can become overwhelming and some sites don't have up to date samples. The sites that I use are very active on their blogs, Facebook and Twitter.

• http://juliesfreebies.com/
• http://www.icravefreebies.com/
• http://vonbeau.com/
• http://hunt4freebies.com/

If you're a seasoned freebie and sample receiver I'm sure you're already hip to these sites. If you're new to the freebie game here are a few sites to help you along the way. Okay now onto the goods.

I received a cup of cranberry almond instant oatmeal from Quaker through a Twitter giveaway. I sent one to one of my lovely followers and she kindly sent one back. Thanks @Nicole8661!

I saw this freebie go live a few times. I received a sample size of CeraVe hydrating cleanser and moisturizing cream.

I'm really excited that I was able to snag one of these Power Bank portable chargers from Black & Mild. This couldn't have come at a better time.

Kermit clearly had a great month. This was another freebie that I saw go live a few times. I received a really nice size sample of Beneful IncrediBites. Again, Kermit enjoys it so more than likely a full size bag is due.

This sample is smaller than I thought it'd be, but I'm grateful. From pevonia two face crèmes. This freebie was all over Twitter a few times.

This was an in store, no purchase necessary freebie from L'Occitane. Im signed up to their newsletter and received an email about it. I picked this up from the store in Grand Central station. I'm so happy I was able to pick this up, this deluxe sample size retails for $20. It applies much like the Beenigma face cream I got in my November BirchBox.

I saw this all over Twitter and Facebook. I received two samples of Nivea in shower body lotion. One in coco butter and one is nourishing.

I'm always on the hunt for free grapic novels and comics. I got this comic book from Yerdle. New users received twenty five credits on the site and free shipping. I received another ten credits for connecting my social media. I paid three credits for this comic book! THREE CREDITS AND FREE SHIPPING! I chose this comic book, but the site is full of great thing . There's something for everybody.

I received this nice size sample of purely Fancy Feast for babe's cat, Scoops. 

This is another freebie that was available a few times and from a few places. I received one pack of these Cottonelle flushable wipes from the actual site and from taking a survey.

From Always, I received two pads and one liner.

I saw this on Twitter and I'm happy I was able to get this one from O.b. Pro Comfort tampons.

I found this browsing through one of the freebie sites listed above. From RSP I received one Regen Bcaa formula sample and one Dyno explosive pre-workout sample.

I received two samples of Breathe Right nasal strips, extra clear for sensitive skin. I received one from the actual site and another in my SampleSource box. SampleSource much like pinchme sends out a box of samples. Unlike pinchme they don't send out samples as often.

Also from my SampleSource box I received a sample of RepHresh vaginal gel.

Also in my SampleSource box I got a sample bag of Nature's Path Organic flax plus multibran flakes.

Lastly from my SampleSource box I got a sample size of Colgate enamel health toothpaste.

From Astroglide I got a sample of personal lubricant in natural.

I got a coupon in my October pinchme box for one free Gevalia iced coffee single serve size. I chose the vanilla iced coffee at Target after the coupon was added I only paid $0.22. Thank you pinchme!

I signed up for blu e-cigs rewards after connecting my social media and tweeting a referral link I had a total of 500 points. I cashed in my points and got a shirt for babe.

I emailed Chipotle inquiring about possible free samples and coupons they were kind enough to send me a coupon good for one free burrito, burrito bowl, salad or order of tacos. You know I'm hype.

I emailed Frito-Lay inquiring about where I could find the rainbow doritos, but was told that they were a promotional items. As a courtesy I was sent a coupon for a Frito-Lay product up to $4.29.

This freebie was completely random. I was walking past the Diesel store on 14th street and Union Square towards the F train and workers from Marshalls were handing out $5 gift cards.

This freebie from Justin's peanut butter is currently active so stop scrolling my blog, go grab it and come back so we can wrap this up... Back? I received a coupon for a 2 pack peanut butter cup or squeeze pack. I'll definitely be picking up some peanut butter cups when I go to Target.

Lastly attached to my sample of O.b. Pro Comfort tampons I received a coupon for a free box of tampons up to $8.99.  Again, thank you O.b. !

November was definitely a great month for freebies. With the exception of some Yogi tea samples that I gave to my mom I managed to compile everything I received for the month without digging in and trying the good . I did well I'm proud of myself.

I highly recommend signing up for if you're not into avidly searching the internet. These sites send you samples and full sized products with minimal effort.

• https://www.samplesource.com/
• https://www.pinchme.com/
• http://crowdtap.com/
• http://smiley360.com/

I hope you're as excited about the freebies I received as I am. I always love to see and hear about the freebies you've received share them with me on Twitter and Instagram. I'm always tweeting links to great freebie offers it would behoove you to get on board.

Until my next post ✌.

Small Beauty Haul ( Tatcha, Too Faced, Becca Cosmetics, etc)

With Christmas right around the corner along with all the sales of black Friday tempting me you know I picked up a few things for loved ones AND myself. I mean it’s only right that I got in on the good deals. Yes this is what I tell myself every time I get to the register with unnecessary things. I started off by hitting up Perfumania they had a sale going, buy one, get one for $14.99. I paid $60.00 for one and $14.99 for the other. I did a happy dance and picked up two perfumes.

I’ve had my eye on Vera Wang Princess forever but for some reason never picked the full size. With the sale going I threw caution to the wind and have it a try. Of course I’m happy I did.

Lastly from Perfumania after lots of sniffing and swatching I decided to purchase a perfume from Vince Camuto. I’m probably going to wrap this up and give it as a Christmas gift. I’ll probably be going back to pick up another bottle and browse through the cologne section for babe.

I didn’t realize that a Sephora had been built in Queens Center Mall until I casually strolled up on it you know I had to pick up some goodies.

Staying on trend with the fragrances I picked up this Marc Jacobs holiday gift set for $18.00.

I had the Too Faced Natural Eyes palette on my Christmas list, but I got to Sephora and realized that I couldn’t wait that long. I instantly fell in love with the neutral clam vibe I got from the palette so it ended up in my basket. I paid $34.00. I took the liberty of showing you the palette with flash and without it because it’s really beautiful.

On one side of the counter is the Too Faced collection on the other Becca Cosmetics when I saw there was only one Shimmering Skin Perfector in Champagne Pop left on the counter, I grabbed it and tossed it in my basket. I’m a fan and supporter of Jaclyn’s so I was more than happy to purchase. When I got home and realized just how beautiful this color is it’s totally worth all $38. Again the camera really does this no justice Jaclyn really did her thing.

I swear when I’m in Sephora I always get caught up with products lined by the register. They get me every time. I’ve never tried anything from Tatcha prior to purchasing the Polished Classic Rice Enzyme Powder.

I wasn’t going to give this a try until I realized I can sprinkle a little bit of this in my face wash and create my own exfoliating wash. For $15.00 it better do something I tell you that much. I don't mind paying the price but for the size and the amount given I’m feeling some type of way. I’ll definitely be back with a review to let you know if this is worth the money.

I had a few beauty inside points built up and was given a free sample of Buxom's Big & Sexy Bold Gel Lipstick. I love this color! I left the color choice to the cashier’s discretion and she was spot on.

After browsing Twitter I came across a site, Ideel.com. If you’ve ever heard of or tried Hautelook it ‘similar to that. Hautelook has amazing sales that go live for a few days, but once items are gone they’re gone. Ideel has amazing sales that go live, but also have amazing products from luxury brands that constantly show up.

One of those brands that I’ve had my eye on is Laura Geller, particularly her eye shadow palettes. As a new user to the site you’re given 10% off your first purchase along with free shipping.

I picked up her New Love Story palette for $18.00 on the site it was originally $40.00.

Eye shadows ( left to right)

• A New Start 
• Chance Encounter
• Under The Tree

Lip Gloss ( left to right)

• Hand in Hand
• Happily Ever After

Blush

• First Kiss

If you can't already tell I'm extremely happy with all my purchases. The first of many holiday hauls that I'll be sharing with you. December is going to be an amazing month and I can't wait to share all the good with y'all.

Started your holiday shopping? Just couldn't resist the good sales? Its okay I understand, tweet me so I can get on the sale. Show me the goods you got on Instagram as well! I love a good haul photo.

Until my next post ✌