Redbox Instant - A Review

Yet another BzzCampaign to talk about, 2013 is a banner year so far for campaigns that I am participating in!  Redbox Instant is like Netflix or Hulu, it allows you to stream movies to your computer and the monthly service fee of $8 a month also comes with 4 DVD credits (each credit is 1 night for 1 movie).  These can be used at any Redbox kiosk. 

Here's the rest of the information provided to me by BzzAgent for this campaign:

• You don’t have to be a Verizon customer to sign up for the service, but you do need high-speed internet access to use it
• You can weigh in on what would make Redbox Instant even better and report any service issues via the Help Center at redboxinstant.com
• Instantly stream Hollywood mega-hits to any internet-connected device, including smartphones (iPhone and Android), tablets, computers and Samsung Smart TVs and Blu-ray Players
• The Redbox Instant by Verizon app is limited to certain devices, but is not needed to stream content
• You can buy and rent movies digitally without a subscription, including today’s newest releases
• Browse Redbox locations and reserve movies at the box of your choice using the app, too!

 While I have a 30-day free trial that goes until February 2nd before I'll be charged the monthly service fee, I don't need the full 30 days to know I will not be resubscribing.  While I realize that it is in Beta-testing and they may not have all of their movies available just yet, they just don't have enough to keep my interest!  I probably watch more streaming videos than the average person because Gabriel and I watch streaming shows and movies while he nurses, but I watched everything that interested me on the streaming video list in a single day!  I loved getting to watch Thor and finally getting to see Transformers: Dark Side of the Moon, I think they may be the only movies on the list that are nearer than the mid-1980's!




I will continue paying my $7.99 a month for my streaming Netflix and using Hulu (the free version with commercials).  I don't need the "hassle" of having to go "rent" movies from the kiosks, no matter how conveniently located they are (I don't go to the store everyday, so it would require a special trip out, not easily done with an infant).

Covergirl Blast Flipstick - A Review

 

 Another campaign is coming to a close, this time for Covergirl's Blast Flipstick Lip Color.  What is it other than lipstick though, you might ask.  First, it is double ended, two colors per tube!  Both shades can be worn alone (one is shimmery and one is matte), but they can also be combined for a whole other effect!  My favorite is Vixen, both shades are in the red/pink family.  I also received Stunner (too orange for my skin tone) and Minx (a dark brown with a gold toned shimmer side), but neither of them really work well with my coloring and style.

Here are some factoids I received with the lipsticks...

• Ultra blendable formula allows you to mix shades, just like a make-up artist
• Dual ends let you create the current "ombre" trend on your lips!
• Dual-sided stick features a creamy color on one end and a shimmery shade on the other
• Created by expert make-up artist, and COVERGIRL Global Creative Design Director, Pat McGrath
• 13 colorful, complementary and expertly matched shade duos
• Moisturizing formula mixes perfectly without feeling heavy or dry
• Available in most groceries, drug stores and major retailers
• Suggested to retail for $8.49
• Online at covergirl.com and facebook.com/covergirl— visit the sites to see the shades, get tips on top lip looks and learn more

I haven't had much use for lipstick since the baby was born, mostly because I don't leave the house much and when I do, it's with him in tow and usually in a rush anyway...I also don't want to get lipstick on his handsome little face!  But, when I do hve the chance, this is my new "go to" lip color!  Though I do still prefer the Neutrogena lip color I reviewed back in June, these are handy for a color change on the fly.

Finally, here are all of the shades available:

• Whisper: Taupe and pearl pink shades
• Pucker: Light berry and lilac shades
• Glimmer: Dark berry and soft pink shades
• Flashy: Dark berry and lilac shades
• Vixen: Burgundy and pearl pink shades
• Perky: Bright pink and light pink shades
• Tease: Red and gold shades
• Cheeky: Bright pink and peach shades
• Stunner: Bright pink and gold shades
• Snap: Taupe and sand shades
• Smooch: Copper and sand shades
• Minx: Deep brown and gold shades
• Intense: Deep berry and taupe shades

Enjoy!