L'Oreal Paris Advanced Haircare Extraordinary Oil Review

I know my blog is usually about free or inexpensive events going on around town and at different businesses across the nation, but I also will write reviews of some products that I get free to sample thanks to different groups or sites I belong to. Today's post is going to be one of those reviews. Crowdtap is a site that has different surveys, polls, and actions that you can do in order to earn points and win gift cards to different businesses http://www.crowdtap.com is the website to create your own account if you don't already have one. I applied for the L'Oreal Paris Advanced Haircare Extraordinary Oil regimen sample mission and was picked to try their dry hair treatment (you don't always get picked but it's worth it to try). Before using the Shampoo, Conditioner and leave in serum my hair looked dry and frizzy and was pretty damaged due to hair coloring and a dry desert climate. The ads would say that even after one time using all 3 products together you'll notice a difference, I was skeptical. I put it to the test and used all 3 products and after one time my hair looked and felt healthier . Here's my before and after pictures

As you can see in the before picture my hair looked dry and frizzy. The after only one time using the L'Oreal Paris Advanced Haircare Extraordinary Oil  shampoo, conditioner, and serum my hair looks and felt healthier. The more I use them the better my hair feels and looks. My oldest child liked the way my hair looked after one wash the threat was made that my product would be taken and used by her. I would recommend this to my friends and have since using it. If you want to try it here is a picture of the bottles I got.
  #L'Oreal4U #Crowdtap #GotitFree

Over a year

I've had many comment about my ability/knowledge about free items/deals to places. That was one reason I started blogging more. I stopped for awhile because my reliable links I would use stopped and it became more and more difficult to find the events and things that were happening around the Vegas Valley & national places. I was posting a bunch on Facebook about where I was eating for free due to it being my birthday month. I've tried to compile the list of birthday deals/freebies that I try to use I will include the link to sign up. That is the catch if you do not want to get e-mails/newsletter from the food locations then don't sign up. 

The Galleria Mall sent me an e-mail for $5 giftcard, not sure if they still do that or not. http://galleriaatsunset.com/insider/#signup

Sbarro you get a free slice with purchase of a drink http://www.sbarro.com/eclub/

Arby's you get a free shake with purchase and for being a member for a year you get a free roast beef with a drink purchase http://arbys.com/get-deals

Marie Calender's free breakfast http://mariecallender.fbmta.com/members/UpdateProfile.aspx?Action=Subscribe&InputSource=W

IHOP free rooty tooty fresh'n'fruity http://www.ihop.com/pancake-revolution

Denny's free grand slam https://www.dennys.com/loyalty/

HoneyBaked Ham company you get a free classic ham sandwich http://locator.honeybaked.com/

Rubios a free entree https://www.rubios.com/beach-club

Chevy's a free entree up to $12.99 http://chevys.com/chevys-eclub-signup/

Grimaldi's free pizza http://www.grimaldispizzeria.com/speakup.aspx

FireHouse Subs free sub download their app or online only http://www.firehousesubs.com/firehouse-rewards/

Ben & Jerry's free scoop http://www.benjerry.com/

Baskin Robbin's free scoop https://www.baskinrobbins.com/content/baskinrobbins/en/signin.html

A&W free rootbeer float http://www.awrestaurants.com/

Del Taco free shake http://deltaco.com/

Outback free dessert https://www.outback.com/offers

Red Robin free burger http://www.redrobin.com/eclub/findlocation

PF Chang's free appetizer, dim sum, or dessert https://www.pfchangs.com/register

Krispy Kreme you get a free doughnut & drink https://www.krispykreme.com/about/Join-eClub

Nothing Bundt Cakes you get a free bundtlet http://www.nothingbundtcakes.com/

Rita's a free Italian ice http://www.ritasfranchises.com/stores/store.cfm?store=3634&p=birthday

Lucille's free dessert with purchase http://lucillesbbq.com/preferred-guest

Famous Dave's buy one get one 50% off for adults, but free Wilbur meal for kid's birthdays http://www.famousdaves.com/email-club

New month July 7th-11th

Monday July 7:
 (Might be Tuesday night) Cosmo $3 dive-in movies : Little Giants and Friday Night Lights
http://www.cosmopolitanlasvegas.com/pdf/menu/SchedulePDF_ViewersChoice.pdf

Tuesday July 8:
$0.56 short stack of pancakes at IHOP from 7 AM-7 PM

Regal $1 at 10 AM: Lego Movie and/or Free Birds
http://www.regmovies.com/Movies/Summer-Movie-Express

Bass Pro Shop Summer Fun Camp Noon-2PM wooden wiggle fish
http://www.basspro.com/Event-187102/_/N-1z0tzxc?cm_ite=summercamp&cm_sp=SmrCmpMay2014_HM#

Wednesday July 9:
Regal $1 at 10 AM: Lego Movie and/or Free Birds
http://www.regmovies.com/Movies/Summer-Movie-Express

CineMark $1 10 AM: Smurfs 2
http://www.cinemark.com/images/smc2014/SMC-BW%20Flyer%20414.pdf

Micheals Passport to Fun $2 10 AM-Noon(is 2 hours long): Zoetrope
https://classes.michaels.com/OnlineClasses/control/dateView?storeId=2870&zipCode=89015

Storytime in TownSquare 11 AM
http://www.mytownsquarelasvegas.com/events-a-programs/town-square-events/details/1052-storytime-in-the-square.html

Thursday July 10:
Bass Pro Shop Summer Fun Noon
http://www.basspro.com/Event-187102/_/N-1z0tzxc?cm_ite=summercamp&cm_sp=SmrCmpMay2014_HM#

Movies in the Square at TownSquare: Tarzan
http://www.mytownsquarelasvegas.com/events-a-programs/town-square-events/details/1053-movies-in-the-square.html

Friday July 11:
Free Slurpee Day at 7-11 from 11 AM- 7 PM
https://www.facebook.com/events/489502497850201/

Micheals Passport to Fun $2 10 AM-Noon(is 2 hours long): Robot
https://classes.michaels.com/OnlineClasses/control/dateView?storeId=2870&zipCode=89015

Saturday July 12:
Lowes Build and Grow 10 AM-Noon: Turbo
http://lowesbuildandgrow.com/pages/default.aspx

Micheals Weekend $2 craft souvenir chest 10 AM-Noon every half hour
https://classes.michaels.com/OnlineClasses/control/classDetails?classId=16999%20&storeScheduleId=2467088&sessionId=1652827%20&storeId=2870&categoryId=

Bass Pro Shop Summer Fun Noon
http://www.basspro.com/Event-187102/_/N-1z0tzxc?cm_ite=summercamp&cm_sp=SmrCmpMay2014_HM#

The District at Green Valley Ranch Movie: Monsters University
http://shopthedistrictgvr.com/outdoorPicShow.php

Another review

I know my blog followers and readers read my blog for all the activities and things to do in the city we live in, however from time to time (maybe more often now), I will be posting about reviews on products I receive free from companies and websites. This post is about an awesome Box of goodies that I got free from Influenster. On the side of my blog there is a badge stating I am part of the Influenster Nation. You can be too if you want to be, leave a comment if you are interested or e-mail me. The box I got was filled with products to help pamper me and help me be a prepared mom on the go.
 The first product I want to mention is Neo-On-the-Go by Neosporin. I must be honest and admit I already carry this product with me and have it in my diaper bag for times when we are out and about and need to protect the kids' scrapes and cuts from getting infected. So the fact that I own some before getting some free says A LOT, since many know me to be very frugal and rarely pay full price for things. When I purchase something it is something worthwhile to have. One particular day at the park with my children, another child playing at the park got a scrap. The mom was trying to help her child calm down and the child asked  for a band-aid, the mom said they would have to go home to get one. I was prepared and not only had the band-aid but Neo-on-the-Go, I was #NeoReady. The child was happy and calmed down and went on playing. Weeks later I saw the mom and her children again and the mom mentioned that her child calls me a cool mom because I had a band-aid and special stuff to use.
The second product I want to mention is the Puffs with lotion to go. Having the compact tissues to go, now with lotion, helps me be able to #PassThePuffs to my children and anyone else in need. I keep them in my diaper bag to have ready. They now open on the top of the package rather than the middle (like other brands) and that makes it more accessible to get a tissue out when one is needed.
The third product I want to mention is the new Breyers Gelato Indulgences. This was not sent in the box a coupon to redeem at my store of choice and my flavor of choice. I got mine and my Smith's and the flavor I got was Vanilla Caramel. It has little curls of caramel on the top and caramel strips throughout the vanilla. I enjoy it so much and is my favorite frozen dessert now. So creamy when you put the spoon into your mouth, it's heaven. I highly recommend this for your next indulgent moments. #GelatoLove Here is my pinterest board on what I would use to eat my Gelato with and what I would do for a date night.
http://www.pinterest.com/hwschilling/breyers-datenight-gelatolove-contest/
Product number five I want to mention is Shell Fuel Rewards network. You don't pay anything for this card, you get $0.03 off the price of gas everytime you use your card. New members are getting $0.25 off the gallon price of gas when they sign up and register their card. I used my card just last night and the cost of the gallon of gas went from $3.91 to $3.66 and I saved $3.25 on my total cost to fill my van. Signing up is free and using the card is free, you can connect your Mastercard to the rewards card and purchases made on your Mastercard will help you earn fuel points. It is a rewards card like a grocery store or restaurant rewards card so it is free. #FuelRewards Here is the link to sign up for your own rewards card.
https://www.fuelrewards.com/fuelrewards/loggedIn.html;jsessionid=JUfBTcuT7irM5cxAH8d9bg__.node10
The sixth item I am going to mention is the Ivory bar of Soap that I got. I was surprised to get it since I don't use a bar of soap when I'm cleaning, but then I got onto pinterest and saw why. The Ivory soap is gentle to use to clean with, but it can also be used to do fun activities with your children.The most popular is the soap in the microwave science experiment. The results are fun to see. Here is my pinterest board on the many uses and ideas others had for a bar of Ivory Soap
http://www.pinterest.com/hwschilling/tlcvoxbox-sudlife/   
The seventh and final product (these were listed only as I thought of them,not as favorite to least or anything like that) is Avon Anew Reversalist Express Wrinkle Smoother. I am not one to use many beauty products because I just run out of  time when getting ready and I also know I have sensitive skin. I did try this product and I saw some results, however as the day went on my face started itching where I had applied the product. My fave did not turn red, it just was not something I wanted to have happen. I think if you have normal skin it would work great for you. 

Been Gone, need to do a review

This is not one of my typical list of activities posts. This is another review of a product that I got free to sample and share thanks to Bzzagent.com What I received was Coppertone ClearySheer Sunscreen. In my kit I got coupons, a full sized bottle, two travel sized spray on bottles, and two travel sized lotion bottles. This bzzkit (buzz) came just in time for us to use for my children and their outdoor field trips. My oldest took one of the travel sized spray bottles with her to a baseball game field trip and was covered and protected from the sun. It was so easy for her to use and have to reapply without any help. My son then had a park day field trip and needed sunscreen for that, he took the other travel sized spray on bottle. He was not as diligent in reapplying, but he did have some on before leaving for school (which was fine since the smell of it was better than other brands sunscreen). My daughter also needed it for a field trip for an outdooor museum, she again used her container and she was happy to use it since it was easy to put on and didn't smell bad. I used the full sized lotion of Coppertone ClearlySheer sunscreen when I took my younger children to the park. I was impressed how easily it went on and there was no messy feel and the scent surprised me the most. While my kids were playing at the park there are water features and I was concerned the sunscreen would streak or get into their eyes while running through the water, it didn't happen. No sunscreen in the eyes with lotion sunscreen makes me a fan. Another thing I want to mention is usually after wearing sunscreen immediately when we get home showers are needed to rinse it off because most sunscreens are so heavy, Coppertone ClearlySheer is not heavy at all. I didn't notice it on me or feel the urgency to rinse off like I do with other brands. I recommend Coppertone ClearlySheer Sunscreen to use it smells good, feels good, and works well to protect you and your family's skin against the rays sun.

     

Programs

Here are two indoor activities to do with the kids. One is bowling at the Boulder City bowling alley.

You register at the link below

Did you register your family at http://www.kidsbowlfree.com yet?  If not your kids will get 2 FREE Games of bowling every day all summer long at your participating center.  There are over 1,050 locations to choose from.Please use my email (hwcutie@hotmail) in the "referred by" field.  We’ll both be entered to win some cool prizes including iPads and a trip to Walt Disney World!Our family loves the program and we’re sure you will too.

The next place I heard about is Crystal Palace skating rink has special passes and skate nights. Here is their link: http://www.skatevegas.com/boulder_schedule.html

There are other great indoor places that you can purchase passes or become members at like; 
BounceU: http://www.bounceu.com/
PumpItUp: http://www.pumpitupparty.com/
JumpZone: http://www.jumpzoneparty.com/
Create Craft Studio: http://www.createhenderson.com/
Gymcats: http://www.gymcats.com/
Gymboree: http://www.gymboreeclasses.com/index.jsp
RunPlusFun:http://www.runplusfun.com/gym_rates_4.html
SkyZone: http://www.skyzone.com/lasvegas
FlipNOut: http://flipnoutfun.com/Amazing Clowns: http://www.amazingclowns.com/what-we-offer.html
Jump'N'Jungle: http://jumpnjunglelv.com/
Discovery Children's Museum (a favorite place when I was growing up): http://www.discoverykidslv.org/
Springs Preserve does have indoor activities and also the Las Vegas Natural History Museum: http://www.springspreserve.org/
Pole Position: http://www.polepositionraceway.com/las-vegas/
King Putt Laser Tag and Mini Golf: http://www.kingputtlv.com/?gclid=CjkKEQjwwbCcBRCxvJn9-N6dorwBEiQAVriOilig2lUqH6B4ITY149lfPcwp9j5ji_uJNa1SGcQ5T5Dw_wcB
Pinball Hall of Fame: http://www.pinballmuseum.org/
Mob Museum: http://themobmuseum.org/
Madame Tussaud's: http://www.madametussauds.com/lasvegas/
Bellagio Botanical Gardens: https://www.bellagio.com/attractions/botanical-garden.aspx
Sam's Town Mystic Falls: http://www.samstownlv.com/entertain/mystic-falls
Atomic Testing Museum: http://www.nationalatomictestingmuseum.org/
AdventureDome (If you bought a discount card from a Scout there's a coupon for the Adventuredome on it): http://www.vegas.com/attractions/on-the-strip/circus-circus-adventuredome/
M&M's World: http://www.vegas.com/attractions/on-the-strip/m-and-m-world/
Shark Reef: http://www.sharkreef.com/
Maybe Gameworks: http://www.gameworks.com/locations/las-vegas/

Some Outdoor activities that are fun if you prepare according to the weather
Spring Mountain Ranch Super Summer Theater: http://supersummertheatre.org/whats-playing/
Clark County Museum on Boulder Highway is a fun place: http://www.clarkcountynv.gov/depts/parks/pages/clark-county-museum.aspx
Neon Museum: http://www.neonmuseum.org/
Bonnie Springs: http://bonniesprings.com/
Gilcrease Orchard: http://www.thegilcreaseorchard.org/
McKee Ranch:  http://www.mckeeranchevents.com/
Horses4Heroes: http://horses4heroes.org/Las Vegas Mini Gran Prix: http://www.lvmgp.com/
Ethel M is an indoor/outdoor free tour: http://www.ethelm.com/about_us/factory_tour.aspx
Nevada Southern Railway: http://www.nevadasouthern.com/
Siegfried & Roy's Secret Garden and Dolphin Habitat: http://www.mirage.com/attractions/secret-garden.aspx
Roos'N'More: http://www.roosnmore.org/
The Cat House (Lion Habitat): http://thecathouse.us/

Water Parks:
Wet'N'Wild 
Maybe Cowabunga Bay

Lakes/Ponds:
Lake Mead:
Lake Las Vegas :
Sunset Park: 

This is the link I used to get the links for the museums: http://www.censusfinder.com/nevada-historical-museums.htm

Here is a more intensive link for Las Vegas Attractions: http://www.vegas.com/attractions/

Please remember your local park and recreation centers have affordable family activities, too many to list, and if you don't use the classes they may not be available next time you want to sign up.

First week of June 2014

Boulder City Library starts their summer reading program this Thursday and has a family movie time at 2 PM. There are too many events with the libraries to list them all individually but here is their calendar link.
http://bclibrary.org/calendar/

Henderson Libraries kick off their summer reading program this Saturday
http://www.mypubliclibrary.com/catalog/

Las Vegas-Clark County Libraies Summer Reading program has already started
http://lvccld.org/events/special_programs/srp/


Monday June 2nd

Dive-in Movie at the Cosmo (double feature) 7PM $5: The Sandlot and Moneyball
http://www.cosmopolitanlasvegas.com/pdf/menu/DiveIn_FP_2014_FinalSchedule.pdf

Tuesday June 3rd

Galleria Mall Sunset Kid's Club 10:30 AM in the foodcourt
http://www.galleriaatsunset.com/eventscalendar/date/2014/6

Barnes & Noble Storytime 11 AM
http://store-locator.barnesandnoble.com/store/2745

Wednesday June 4th

Barnes & Noble special The Very Hungry Caterpillar storytime 11 AM
http://store-locator.barnesandnoble.com/store/2745

Town Square Storytime in the Square 11 AM
http://www.mytownsquarelasvegas.com/events-a-programs/town-square-events/details/1019-storytime-in-the-square.html

Thursday June 5th

Tivioli Village Storytime 11 AM
http://www.tivolivillagelv.com/?page_id=4355

Town Square Movie on the green At Sundown: Monsters University
http://www.mytownsquarelasvegas.com/events-a-programs/town-square-events/details/1004-movies-in-the-square.html

Friday June 6th

Krispy Kreme free Doughnut Day
http://www.krispykreme.com/NationalDoughnutDay

Saturday June 7th

Cafe Zupas grand opening celebration 11 AM-10 PM, 1381 West Sunset Road
http://cafezupas.com/locations/henderson/

Home Depot Kids' workshop 9 AM-Noon (while supplies last you can register now): Small ride on mower (toy)
http://lowesbuildandgrow.com/pages/default.aspx

LakeShore Learning crafts 11 AM-3 PM: a ladybug counter
http://www.lakeshorelearning.com/general_content/store_locations/storeCrafts.jsp?f=m

The District OutDoor Picture Show (at Sundown): Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs
http://shopthedistrictgvr.com/outdoorPicShow.php

Tivioli Village Movies in the Park 7:30 PM: Frozen
http://www.tivolivillagelv.com/?events=movies-in-the-park

Bass Pro Shop Summer Camp
http://www.basspro.com/