Disclosure-This is a sponsored post for SheSpeaks/Pantene.  All opinions are my own and honest. For more, see “I Disclose”.

I have used Pantene shampoo and conditioner on and off for most of my adult (and teen) life.  I like the way it smells, and the way my hair feels when I use it.  Pantene can be a little more expensive then other brands, but it’s worth it- and besides, you can cut the cost by buying when it’s on sale and have coupons.  I just bought Pantene during my last trip to WalMart, and got quite a good deal.

They have many varieties available for all kinds of hair types- whatever your hair needs, there is a Pantene for you.  There are also many sizes, from small to the large, “bulk” size- so again, whatever your needs, Pantene has you covered.  I decided to try a new variety this time- actually, I couldn’t decide between two different kinds, so I got them both.  I know, indecisiveness. But there are worse things, true?

I picked up both the “Full and Strong” and the “Sheer Volume”, since those are things my hair needs most.  I often feel my hair is not as full as it could be, and lacks volume.  It did look nice after washing and conditioning- now, if only I can get a day without a zillion per cent humidity, and we will really be in business!  Ah, summer hair.

This is my hair, with no styling, no additional product, no blowing it dry- just like every other day, wash, condition, and air dry.  It’s smooth, even considering today’s weather- and I was out in the rain for a bit- shiny, and smooth.  I do like the way it smells, always have.  It also lasts a while, so if you have a long flight or anything like that, you won’t feel too gross when you get off the plane. (I said TOO gross- it’s still a plane, after all, LOL.)

Head to WalMart and see which Pantene works best for your hair.  Grab what works, and save a little, too!

I participated in an Ambassador Program on behalf of Influence Central for SoCozy. I received Target gift cards to facilitate my review and a promotional item to thank me for my participation.

So Cozy are a line of hair products for kids which are salon quality but meant for little heads, or in our case a little big head.  So Cozy is broken down into three general categories; Cinch, which are products that just work and work easily, Behave which are the stylizers of the crew, and Boo which is formulated to repel lice.  We tried out three of these products over the last few weeks.  In this time we got familiar with the Detangler and leave in conditioner, Boo lice prevention spray, and the 3 in 1 shampoo conditioner and body wash.

In general, my son’s hair is super curly as I am sure you can all see, so combing it can be a bit of a chore.  With the help of the Detangler, this was made a whole lot easier.  The Boo lice prevention spray also works quite well- and his class is having a lice outbreak at this time- literally, as I type.  With a recent outbreak in the little guy’s school, notes went home and parents were in a flurry of hair checking, but with Boo it is a simple strategic way to keep bugs away even when your little ones love giving everyone hugs.  Last but not least is the 3 in 1 shampoo, conditioner, and body wash.  This smells great and cleans ever better.  From soft, clean skin to shiny, silky hair the little guy thoroughly enjoyed the product.
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Disclosure- The following has been provided to us to facilitate this review.  All opinions are my own and honest.

Burt’s Bees has been around for a while now, since their humble beginnings in 1984 at a local craft fair.  If you haven’t heard about them, now is a great time- let me introduce you to your new favorite lip balm and skin care product line.  Burt’s Bees is a business built around one simple thought- The Greater Good.  They feel they have triple bottom lines, not just one.  People, profit, and planet.  “You can’t have one without the other two. So when we look after our own, we mean everybody: our employees, our customers, our families, ourselves. And yes, our environment, too. ”

This  great philosophy makes itself evident in all their products, all of which take a natural twist on a familiar product.  The first foray for most into the world of Burt’s Bees is their lip care line.  Their lip balm is incredible, both my own and my husband’s favorite- especially their beeswax based line.  It stays where it is supposed to and absorbs into your lips easily. It also comes in great flavors like Vanilla Bean, Wild Cherry, Mango, and Acai Berry.  The original Beeswax is agreat flavor as well, it is minty and makes your whole mouth feel fresh.  After brushing your teeth in the morning, put on some Burt’s Bees and have a truly eye opening minty experience.  That will leave you feeling fresh and awake.  The only drawback to Burt’s Bees that you will find yourself a Burt’s Bees addict before you know it. Burt’s Bees also makes a ton of personal care products. From face care products, including cleansers and exfoliants, to body washes and moisturizers and beyond.  There are also colored lip care products like lip crayons, lip gloss, shimmer, and tinted lip balm. Burt’s Bees is available at your local Walmart today.  Prices vary per item, but the lip balm retails for $3.30 each and are a staple in our home.