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CocoFloss Textured Vegan Dental Floss the Best Benefits

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REVIEW: CocoFloss Textured Vegan Dental Floss

Introducing CocoFloss, a vegan clean beauty dental floss free of chemicals.

CocoFloss Cocktail Pack

CocoFloss Cocktail Pack

What is Cocofloss

Cocofloss is a clean beauty dental floss. It is infused with coconut oil and uses vegan wax instead of chemically treated floss.

This is a soft, textured dental floss.  Fancy floss may feel a bit extra. But hear us out on this one: it’s not only vegan but actually a better flossing experience.

We all know flossing is important, but did you know your toothbrush can’t reach 35% of the surface of your teeth?  Yikes.

CocoFloss designed a floss to address this problem.

Why It Is Special

Because it is textured, it tackles more microparticle debris than a waxy gliding floss for a cleaner smile.

There are no toxins, parabens, SLS, or PFAS. And it is cruelty-free.

It comes in multiple flavors:  mint, coconut, strawberry, and orange. And it is available in variety packs and limited edition sets.

The CocoFloss Cocktail Pack

I tried the CocoFloss Cocktail Pack in Pink Mojito, as shown above in the adorable packaging.

It comes with floss in the flavors of Pure Strawberry and a limited-edition Summer Watermelon with refills in Delicious Mint

The Experience

There are some notable aspects of using this vegan dental floss:

  • It doesn’t catch or tear.
  • It fits between crowded teeth.
  • The textured floss does seem to give a better clean.
  • It smells yummy and tastes good!
  • My mouth feels just been to the dentist clean.

I like the use of coconut oil and vegan floss instead of chemicals.

Where to Buy It

Find this limited edition Cocktail Floss Pack at CocoFloss

Interested in more natural ingredient dental care options?

Keep that smile healthy with Charcoal toothpaste , whitening toothpaste, and old fashioned toothbrushes and cavity-fighting gum.

Then show off that smile and check out our curated collection of lovely clean beauty lipsticks featuring natural ingredients.

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Dr Botanicals Pomegranate Eye Serum How to Best Use 

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REVIEW: Dr Botanicals Pomegranate Superfood Brightening Eye Serum is part of the apothecary collection. It brightens while it hydrates because of the synergy between the natural ingredients of the raspberry seed oil and pomegranate.

Dr Botanicals Pomegranate Superfood Brightening Eye Serum

Dr Botanicals Pomegranate Superfood Brightening Eye Serum

What Is Dr Botanicals Pomegranate Superfood Brightening Eye Serum

A gentle, refreshing eye serum packed with skin-nourishing ingredients for the delicate eye area. It’s so packed with ingredients that it contains no water!

What Pomegranate Superfood Brightening Eye Serum Does

Dr Botanicals Pomegranate Superfood Brightening Eye Serum brightens the eye area skin.

It also helps build collagen and hydrate the skin.

It packs a powerful punch against tired-looking, dark undereye circles. And BONUS: Pomegranate protects the delicate eye skin from the UV rays from computer screens!

Let’s take a look at this stellar ingredient lineup:

Key Ingredients

Raspberry Seed Oil

Raspberry Seed Oil moisturizes the skin, improves elasticity, and reduces fine lines.

Raspberry Seed Oil is rich in Ellagic acid which reduces the destruction of collagen as well as protects against Ultraviolet sun damage. [1] Ellagic acid is also a moisture sealant.

Raspberry Seed Oil contains collagen-building phytosterols and Salicylic Acid.

Raspberry seed oil also contains a high amount of Omega-6 and Omega-3 essential fatty acids.

How Pomegranate Benefits Skin on StyleChicks

Pomegranate Fruit Extract

Pomegranate seeds deliver impressive collagen-building results. They are packed with antioxidants, minerals, vitamins A, C, K, and E plus folic acid.

Research shows Pomegranate Seed oil holds double its’ weight in water for superior skin hydration. Pomegranate contains three times the antioxidants of wine or green tea. [2]

The polyphenols are antioxidants that protect skin cells from oxidative damage. Other antioxidants reduce inflammation ranging from puffiness to acne and tackle oxidative damage like dark spots and sun damage. It increases skin barrier formation and improves skin hydration.

Omega 5 fatty acid reduces skin inflammation and aids in skin repair for scarring, discoloration, and acne marks.

Sweet Almond Oil

Sweet Almond Oil is a light oil, it contains proteins and vitamins A, B, D, and E.

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Caprylic/capric triglyceride is a natural skin replenishing emollient that creates a barrier on the skin’s surface, which helps to reduce skin dryness by decreasing the loss of moisture. [3]

It can make greasy ingredients leave a non-greasy finish. A gentle ingredient. Caprylic/capric triglyceride creates a barrier on the skin’s surface to reduce moisture loss.

Olives benefits the skin

anti-inflammatory and nourishing benefits

Olive Fruit Oil

Olive Oil moisturizes but won’t clog pores.

It has skin-enhancing Omega-3s and polyphenols. Linoleic acid has an anti-inflammatory effect.

Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil

Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil forms the lipid barrier that holds moisture in skin cells, which keeps skin hydrated

Abyssinian Seed Oil is lightweight and easily absorbed. It contains linoleic acid, the predominant fat in skin cells. Linoleic acid is an omega-6 fatty acid with skin barrier-strengthening, healing, hydrating and anti-inflammatory properties.

Abyssinian Seed Oil uniquely contains ample unsaturated C22 fatty acids, making it highly resistant to oxidation.

Meadowfoam

Meadowfoam Seed Oil

Meadowfoam Seed Oil is a very stable oil that lubricates and can stay on the skin without leaving a residue after it is rinsed off.

Tocopherol

A form of Vitamin E used in skincare. It reduces fine lines and wrinkles, making skin more pliable and elastic.

It is a potent antioxidant; it reduces skin damage and removes free radicals that contribute to skin-aging.

Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract

Best known as marigold.

Calendula flower promotes the regeneration of new tissue and soothes damaged skin.

Sunflower

Sunflower Seed Oil

Sunflower Seed Oil is hydrating, nourishing, and an excellent supporting oil base. It retains moisture in the skin and is also rich in vitamin E.

Dr Botanicals Pomegranate Superfood Brightening Eye Serum

Dr Botanicals Pomegranate Superfood Brightening Eye Serum

Where to Find Dr Botanicals Pomegranate Superfood Brightening Eye Serum

Find Dr Botanicals Pomegranate Superfood Brightening Eye Serum at DrBotanicals.com

Light weight non-sticky texture

Light weight non-sticky texture

Questions & Comments

Got questions or comments about Dr Botanicals Pomegranate Superfood Brightening Eye Serum? The Style Chicks are here to answer them!

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References

  1. Bae JY, Choi JS, Kang SW, Lee YJ, Park J, Kang YH. Dietary compound ellagic acid alleviates skin wrinkle and inflammation induced by UV-B irradiation. Exp Dermatol. 2010;19(8):e182-e190. doi:10.1111/j.1600-0625.2009.01044.x
  2. Antioxidant Activity of Pomegranate Juice and Its Relationship with Phenolic Composition and Processing  Mar­a I. Gil, Francisco A. Tom¡s-Barber , Betty Hess-Pierce, Deirdre M. Holcroft, and Adel A. Kader*, Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry 2000 48 (10)
  3. Hay IC, Jamieson M, Ormerod AD. “Randomized trial of aromatherapy. Successful treatment for alopecia areata.” Arch Dermatol. 1998;134(11):1349-1352. doi:10.1001/archderm.134.11.1349

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How to Best Use Strawberry Leopard Vegan Haircolor

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This guide reviews Strawberry Leopard Hair color, and explains how to use Strawberry Leopard Hair Color.

Strawberry Leopard is a vegan semi-permanent that leaves hair in better condition than it found it. It comes in an array of vivid hues for a bright pick me up without the damage typically associated with dying your hair dramatic shades.

Strawberry Leopard Vegan Conditioning Semi-Permanent Color

Strawberry Leopard Vegan Conditioning Semi-Permanent Color

Meet Strawberry Leopard

Love vibrant shades but hate the hair damage that often comes with it? Then check out Strawberry Leopard!

Strawberry Leopard in "Grapeful"

Strawberry Leopard in “Grapeful”

What It Is

A semi-permanent, Vegan, conditioning formula with bonding technology. Vivid color without hair damage.

Why Strawberry Leopard Is Special

  • Strawberry Leopard is super easy to use.
  • This is a this cruelty-free formula.
  • it leaves hair in better condition with several nourishing ingredients.
  • It leaves no colorful residue on the sink or shower tile.
  • There is no developer to mix, yet it deposits bright color, with the brightest results seen on pre-lightened hair.
  • Need to bleach first? Strawberry Leopard makes an excellent lightening kit with everything you need to get a good clean base for your bright colors to look their best.

We will cover the Strawberry Leopard Light Me Up Lightening Kit in a future post.

Strawberry Leopard Light Me Up Lightening Kit comes with everything you need to pre-lighten your hair for tipping, highlighting or bleaching

Strawberry Leopard Light Me Up Lightening Kit comes with everything you need to pre-lighten your hair for tipping, highlighting, or bleaching

How to Use Strawberry Leopard Hair Color

  1. If you need to bleach hair to get ideal pastel results, bleach first.
  2. Choose your shade or shades.
  3. Mix any shade with the Strawberry Leopard Pastel Mixer for more subtle results. Unlike traditional dyes, it smells like a fruity treat. It reminds me of strawberry candy!
  4. Shake the bottle well.
  5. Then apply in a tint bowl and tint brush method to your clean, dry hair in quadrants.
  6. It is best applied in one-inch sections.
  7. No developer to mix, and no nasty smell!
  8. Leave on for 20 minutes.
  9. You can use foil to do just a section of hair, or to dye hair sections different colors.
  10. You can mix colors together to make a custom shade, or apply several colors.
  11. Just rinse with cool water. No need to use shampoo or conditioner afterward.
  12. The color lasts up to 8 weeks.
  13. BEST USE TIP: The Strawberry Leopard website says that a small amount of Strawberry Leopard Semi-Permanent Hair Color can be mixed with your daily conditioner to keep color vibrant between touchups.
easy to spread Gouache gel paint like texture

It is an easy to spread Gouache gel paint-like texture – not at all runny or drippy

Once the bottle is opened, it lasts for a year.

Strawberry Leopard Shades

Strawberry Leopard comes in 17 shades and a Pastel Mixer.

The Strawberry Leopard Pastel Mixer lets you turn any shade into its’ pretty pastel counterpart.

Here are a few shades we got to try:

Loyal Blue

Strawberry Leopard Loyal Blue is a true blue shade, a crisp and highly pigmented crystal clear hue.

Loyal Blue

Strawberry Leopard Loyal Blue is a rich, creamy true blue hue.

The creamy gel consistency spreads easily without being runny.

Loyal Blue right out of the bottle

Loyal Blue right out of the bottle

“Fingerpainting” with Loyal Blue shows the color. Leave on a full 20 minutes to see this shade on your hair, less for a more subtle effect. Highly pigmented, true blue shade

“Fingerpainting” with Loyal Blue shows the color. Leave on a full 20 minutes to see this shade on your hair, less for a more subtle effect. Highly pigmented, true blue shade

Grapeful

Strawberry Leopard Grapeful is an intensely purple shade.  It looks almost black coming out of the bottle because it is so highly pigmented. It is similar to purple toning shampoo in an indigo purple intense color.

Strawberry Leopard Grapeful

Strawberry Leopard Grapeful

Here is how the color looks when “fingerpainted” in indoor (top) and outdoor (bottom) light:

Grapeful in indoor lighting

Grapeful in indoor lighting

Grapeful has a rich pigmented color. It is a creamy gel texture that spreads easily for applying as thin or thick as you desire

Grapeful has a rich pigmented color. It is a creamy gel texture that spreads easily for applying as thin or thick as you desire

Strawberry Leopard Bali

Strawberry Leopard Bali

Strawberry Leopard Bali

Strawberry Leopard Bali is a pretty strawberry pink with a hint of bright coral. The result is a soft rose gold pink. Here is a close up:

Can Strawberry Leopard Dye Color My Gray Hair?

Maybe. While it will leave some tint on gray hair, as always, gray is generally tricky.

But this is a conditioning formula, so you have nothing to lose by experimenting!

The darker shades leave more pigment on gray hair than the pastels. Think more sheer tint than full coverage.

Another thing that is also special about Strawberry Leopard is how well it treats hair after it has been bleached. Bleached hair is often porous, dry, and damaged.

Take a look at some of the ingredients in this conditioning vegan formulation:

What is in Strawberry Leopard Hair Dye? The Ingredients

Mango Seed Extract

Mango Seed Extract restores dry, damaged hair

The Hair care benefits of Mango Seed are:

  • It is rich in fatty acids
  • it keeps hair hydrated and nourished.
  • Mango Seed Butter also contains Vitamins C, A, E, K, and B6.
  • Mango Seed Extract is high in copper. This helps to support healthy hair follicles.
Shea butter definition at StyleChicks.com Defining Beauty Glossary

Shea Butter

Shea Butter

Shea Butter is protective and nourishing.

Panthenol

Panthenol (B5) is a humectant.

  • It is emollient and moisturizes the hair.
  • Panthenol penetrates the hair shaft and locks in moisture. This makes hair look healthier by boosting shine and plumping the hair shaft. More volume gives even damaged or thinning hair a healthier appearance. [1]
  • For very porous hair, Panthenol acts like a protein.
Rice Bran

Rice Protein

Hydrolyzed Rice Protein

Hydrolyzed Rice protein is a secret hair weapon because it contains Inositol.

What are the benefits of Inositol?

  • Inositol repairs hair breakage and damage.
  • It penetrates deeply into the hair and helps repair the broken hair bonds.

Hydrolyzed Rice protein also has:

  • Antioxidants
  • Vitamin B6
  • Vitamin E
  • amino acids[2]
Lavender Oil softens hair and skin

Lavender

Lavender Flower

Lavender has anti-microbial and anti-bacterial properties. This keeps the scalp healthy.

  • It has soothing properties to calm any scalp imbalances such as inflammation or dry skin flaking.
  • The linalyl acetate in lavender also enhances hair cell growth.

Tocopheryl Acetate

Vitamin E promotes scalp health.

This formula has a hydrating Sunflower Oil base combined with soothing, skin rejuvenating natural ingredients

This formula has hydrating Sunflower Seed

Sunflower Seed Extract

Sunflower Seed Oil retains moisture in brittle hair. This reduces hair breakage.

What are the hair benefits of Sunflower Seed?

  • It is great for coarse, colored, bleached, curly, or damaged hair because it penetrates the hair shaft to lock and retain moisture.
  • It also contains Omega 9, an essential acid needed to stop breakage and stimulate hair growth.
  • Sunflower oil is mostly linoleic acid. It also has:
      • oleic acid
      • palmitic acid
      • lecithin
      • tocopherols
      • vitamins
Flax

Flaxseed

Linseed Seed Extract

Linseed, AKA flaxseed, is high in fatty acid Omega-3s.

It is considered a hair “superfood” because it creates lush hair and reduces breakage.

About Strawberry Leopard

The Strawberry Leopard animal is a very rare colorful leopard.

Strawberry Leopard the hair brand believes in the uniqueness of each person and provides a range of non-damaging, vegan colors so each person can express their unique selves.

Where to Buy Strawberry Leopard Vegan Conditioning Semi-Permanent Color

Find the Strawberry Leopard hair color range at Strawberry Leopard Hair and Sally Beauty

Strawberry Leopard Vegan Conditioning Semi-Permanent Color

Strawberry Leopard Vegan Conditioning Semi-Permanent Color

QUESTIONS?
COMMENTS?

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The Style Chicks are here to answer them.

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References

  1. Davis, M., Thomas, J., van de Velde, S., Boissy, Y., Dawson, T., Jr, Iveson, R. and Sutton, K. (2011), A novel cosmetic approach to treat thinning hair. British Journal of Dermatology, 165: 24-30. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1365-2133.2011.10633.x
  2. Rigo, L.A.; da Silva, C.R.; de Oliveira, S.M.; Cabreira, T.N.; de Bona da Silva, C.; Ferreira, J.; Beck, R.C. Nanoencapsulation of rice bran oil increases its protective effects against UVB radiation-induced skin injury in mice. Eur. J. Pharm. Biopharm. 2015, 93, 11-17.

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What to Know Opove Apex Massage Gun for Powerful Massage

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REVIEW + GUIDE OPOVE APEX Massage Gun Features + Benefits for myofascial muscle massage.

What is Opove Apex Massage Gun

The Opove Apex Massage Gun is the latest innovation from Opove. A massage gun relieves muscle soreness and stiffness. It accelerates recovery and increases blood and lymphatic flow. With a design built from user feedback, it is easy to handle, powerful and quiet.

OPOVE APEX Massage Gun

OPOVE APEX Massage Gun

If you need a regular massage to recover after a workout or strenuous activities, the Opove Apex Massage Gun is worthy of your attention.


OPOVE APEX Massage Gun Features + Benefits

45º Angle Design 

Unique 45º holding angle design, you can massage your neck and back easily without a tired wrist or arm. Reach odd angles such as the trapezius area. It is easier to hold and never drop this ergonomic design.

OPOVE APEX Massage Gun Has an Angled design

It has an easy to grip handle and angled design

Palm-Sized 

The Opove Apex has an ergonomic, easy grip, so you don’t drop your device

EXTREMELY QUIET 

The Opove Apex won’t disturb others. It is silent enough to use in the same room with partners, roommates, and even quiet enough to use discretely in your office cubicle or while watching TV. It is only 49 decibels, quieter than a whispered conversation in a library! 

PAIN-FREE

The Opove Apex provides relief to deep muscle tissue without pain

ENDURING CHARGE

The long-lasting battery that one charge lasts a month

FORCE-ASSIST

Force-Assist is like power steering. It does much of the work for you so it takes much less strength to hold and direct the massage gun.

OPOVE APEX Massage Gun

DEEPLY PENETRATING MYOFASCIAL TISSUE

The Opove Apex reaches the myofascial tissue level at 14.5mm deep – deeper than even an experienced massage therapist can consistently reach during a professional massage therapy session. Myofascial Tissue can cause trigger point areas that radiate into 

USER FEEDBACK INSPIRED DESIGN

The Opove Apex was designed based on feedback from 2,000 massage gun users.

3 MASSAGE LEVELS

There are three massage levels with a maximum power of 2700 RPM. 

  • Level One is for relaxation
  • Level Two is for warmup
  • Level Three is for recovery

3 COLOR OPTIONS

There are three color options for the Opove Apex: 

  • Polar Night Black
  • Camouflage Green
  • Galaxy Silver

OPOVE APEX Massage Gun Packaging

The Opove Apex Massage Gun Set

This is what is included in this Opove Apex Massage Gun set:

  • OPOVE Apex Massage Gun
  • OPOVE Carry-on Case
  • 6 Attachments
  • TSA approved Attachment Case
  • Product Manual
  • AC/DC Adapter

OPOVE APEX Massage Gun Comes with 6 heads to mimic massage therapy techniques

MASSAGE HEAD ATTACHMENTS

The Apex comes with six anti-microbial attachment heads.

These attachments enable the exact kind of massage you need. Each head will target different parts of the body. It replicates the motion of professional massage therapists.

OPOVE APEX Massage Gun Heads

Here are each of the six Apex attachment heads and what they do:

Flat Head

Used for all body parts for a relaxing vibrational massage.

Opove Flat Head for OPOVE APEX Massage Gun

Opove Flat Head

Shovel Head

This is an unusual head shape not often seen in massage guns. It is used on the neck and lower back. Similar to how a massage therapist uses their thumb.

Opove Shovel Head for OPOVE APEX Massage Gun

Opove Shovel Head

Round Head 

Used for large muscle groups such as upper thighs and back. 

OPOVE APEX Massage Gun Round head

Round attachment head for treating large muscles such as upper leg

Bullet Head

Used for joints and thin muscles, especially useful on small muscles.

Opove Bullet Head Attachment OPOVE APEX Massage Gun

Opove Bullet Head Attachment

Fork Head

Used for spine, ankle, and Achille’s heel.

Opove Fork Head for OPOVE APEX Massage Gun

Opove Fork Head

Cushion Head

Used on joints and thin muscles

Opove Cushion Head for OPOVE APEX Massage Gun

Opove Cushion Head

Bonus Features

  • Free Shipping
  • 1-year warranty

The Opove Apex Massage Gun Experience

The Opove Apex is easy to charge and super easy to use. It is exceptionally quiet! 

I particularly like how lightweight it is. My hand doesn’t get tired of holding it in awkward angles. It is particularly useful for the upper back and lower neck area. 

The Opove Apex Massage Gun provides a safe, stable speed that is ideal for massage.  It provides the health benefits of massage at the home, office, gym, or while traveling.  

OPOVE APEX Massage Gun

OPOVE APEX Massage Gun

WHERE TO FIND IT

Find the Opove Apex Massage Gun at:

Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09HGBK2QZ

Save $33 on Apex with this coupon. Discount at checkout.

Opove: https://www.opove.com/products/opove-apex-massage-gun

And follow Opove
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/opove
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/opove.official/

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