Oh my word, is this a first? Straight As! December was a great month for the team! Not only because we could show some love to our male product testers, but the range and quality of products are outstanding. Enjoy!

Philips Norelco: SensoTouch 3D Electric Razor, 1250x
What a wonderful electric razor! It shaves as close as a blade. I even tried it on my three-day growth. It's very smooth and with its revolving head, it can get into any angle to shave your whiskers.

Twisted Silver: Indulge Necklace
This necklace is the bees knees. It gave me back a little bit of my groove as I tossed it on and stepped out with my 3 kids, 4 and under. I got compliments galore and even the baby could not break it. Actually, she was a big fan, too. This necklace is light weight while having the chain feeling that I love. It is not like anything I see on anyone else. I feel great when I wear it. The best part, the Indulge can be worn 2 ways and both of them rock. It can be short with a long chain or long with short chains. Either way it is so much fun. The quality is superb and the mixed metal colors make it a neutral. This necklace can be worn every day or it can totally rock an evening look. I now wear it all the time. I am a little in love with it. Indulge me.

SJ Creations: Cranberry Spice Cleansing Hand Wash
Timing could not have been more perfect for trying out a new hand wash. The scent of cranberry spice is absolutely delightful! Some hand wash scents can be overpowering. Not this one. Just enough to make you feel festive! As much as I washed my hands over the holidays, I was surprised they didn't dry up like prunes. This hand wash did an excellent job of keeping my skin hydrated.

Woody's: Road Trip Travel Kit
This travel kit offers products that are needed to give a proper shave while on the road ... and it's easy to travel with. The Pre-Shave Cleanser prepares your face for the hard water of the hotel. The Foaming Shave Gel lets the razor glide across your face. And the Post Shave Balm rescues your face, leaving it with a feeling of freshness. Woody's shaving products have a clean smell that can be used for work or play. I would feel comfortable with the fragrance of the product at an interview or on a date. The travel kit provides quality at an affordable price.


Trixy Xchange: Glam Me In Long Gray Glitter Argyle Arm Warmers
Hands down, cannot live without my arm warmers. From my simple black ones, to my mega long argyle ones, I am in love. My hands and arms have been super happy so far this season, thanks to Trixy Xchange. The quality of the products is excellent. The are made with cotton, nylon and spandex (though mostly cotton). They are soft, yet they don't give way to stretching out after multiple uses (like, every day for me). I am a bit obsessed and can't wait to add to my collection!

Become: Acne Solution Pack - Exfoliating Face Wash, Oil Control Moisturiser and Spot Treatment
This is a great set for acne sufferers, as it truly works. I am on my 2nd round already! The cleanser leaves my face super clean, exfoliates and leaves no residue behind. The oil control moistuizer is very thin but totally does it's job. It has an odd smell due to the acne treatment in it, but who cares? It works! The spot treatment is by far the best ever for shrinking blemishes and reducing redness. I could see and feel a difference in my skin after just 3-5 days of using the system morning and night. I have not had a breakout since I started. This is a miracle product!! I've had adult acne for 15 years and tried everything on the market. From the most expensive to the drugstore stuff. Nothing has ever worked like Become. People have even noticed and ccommented on how great my skin looks.

Creed: Windsor fragrance
Unbelievably intoxicating! My sister recently introduced me to this limited reserve of Windsor, the fragrance created in 1936 for King Edward VIII. Windsor is handmade from ingredients grown across the empire Edward ruled — a royal blend of British gin, Scottish pine, Canadian cedar, Jamaican lime and more. The second my nose got a whiff of Windsor, it was all over. This scent is truly scrumptious. However, the yumminess comes at a hefty price. While this is a scent worth saving up for, it's only available for a limited time.

BCBG Max Azria: Cropped Faux Fur Shrug, Charcoal
I've been waiting for the perfect cropped poncho to come my way since I saw them come down the runway last February. While this is labeled a shrug, it wears more like a cropped poncho. The warm cozy texture instantly warms you up and holds it in. For me, that is key, as I am always cold. Right now, the light camel color is on sale ... snatch one up while you can!

Lorac: Evening Out Complexion Kit
I am a huge fan of this little compact. I do not usually wear a lot of make-up but I love my light powder base with some lip gloss and mascara, and this little kit lets me step it up a notch. The kit contains 2 concealers, as well as a powder foundation and a pad and brush for application. It is all inside a very cool looking gunmetal compact that I just think looks fabulous. I used the powder foundation alone first and was impressed by the even tone of my skin and that it matched my very white complexion. When I added the concealer my face looked fantastic and my skin imperfections were gone. I have very sensitive skin and was not bothered at all by the make-up compact. My skin felt good. I must say that the compact is large, and while it contains both the make-up and the applicator, this might be an issue if you are carrying a small clutch. Otherwise, it is fabulous.

The team of testers were not paid to review these products. However, most of the products listed above were supplied as samples for review purposes.

Another phenomenal month of uncovering some new-to-market products, in addition to giving some long-timers a whirl. The team loved November!

Eve Lom: Cleanser
Plain and simple: THE BEST CLEANSER ON EARTH. There you go. End of review. Seriously, I love this cleanser so much, I bought the largest tub available. It’s so amazing, you will experience a difference in your skin after just one use. This cleanser has a slightly gritty texture, but once rubbed in your hands (5 seconds), it becomes a smooth, light creamy oil. The blend of Egyptian chamomile, hops, clove and eucalyptus oil, together with cocoa butter, means that you get a cleanser, toner and exfoliator all in one. Apply the cleanser like this: rub it together in your hands, massage it into your face and then take a steaming hot muslin cloth (included in large tub) to take it off. It will take 3-4 wipe downs to get everything, but once you do, your skin will be silky smooth and skin issue-free. Enjoy every second of this, really...it’s like a mini facial. The cleanser improves skin circulation, and gives you balanced, glowing skin to boot!

Harvey Prince: Ageless Anti-aging perfume
I don't necessarily understand how a fragrance can make you smell younger (other than bubble gum, strawberries and cookies, reminding me of my youthful days). Ageless Perfume has an aroma of fresh fruit with a hint of a musk. While it did not make me feel any younger, the fragrance smells wonderful. The blend of fruit and jasmine is a nice combination which created a light, yet robust scent. When you walk into a room and someone seeks you out because they are attracted to your perfume, you know that you have found a good one. Ageless has great staying power. Just a light mist in the air to walk into is the perfect way to apply it. I wear Ageless to work, play and a night out on the town. It is a perfume of all occasions.

Aveeno: Positively Nourishing Refreshing 24-Hour Body Moisturizer Lotion
My favorite ever drugstore brand lotion is Aveeno Daily Moisturizing Lotion. It’s a rock star product for year round use. So when this new Aveeno lotion came out, I was all over it. Unfortunately, it doesn’t stack up. The Blueberry and Goji Berries formula smells okay, and it feels smooth going on, but in no way does it hold moisture for 24 hours. Not even close.

Stacy Ray: Heart on Sleeve tee in gray
This is my new favorite tee! My gray cotton long-sleeve Heart on Sleeve shirt has been worn more days in a row than you want to know. I layer over, layer under ... it’s so warm and comfy and I love the color. I also like that it’s solid everywhere but the sleeves, which are burnout stamped with a heart on one side. The length of the tee is perfect, too ... not too long, but long enough. So, here's to wearing my heart on my sleeve!

LORAC: Starry-Eyed Baked Eye Shadow Trio in Star Struck
Once again, I attempt the smokey eye look with this new eye shadow that claims anyone can create a smoky eye. And actually, it lived up to its claim! The Star Struck color is a neutral base color with a plum and darker plum shade, which work well with my fair complexion and blue eyes. The shimmering baked shadows — baked on terra cotta — create a silky smooth texture that provide long-lasting, highly pigmented shades. You can use it wet or dry. I found it was easier to use dry, but for an amped up look, it was nice to be able to moisten the shadows to deepen the color. This eye shadow truly lasts with no creasing! And did I mention, it's easy to blend? That is the key to the smoky eye ... ease of blending the product. This palette lasts all day and into the night (no kidding). This eye shadow is not purse size, though. It's quite a thick case, so definitely a keeper for the bathroom vanity. I'm wearing it to all my holiday soirees!

ZENSATION: Super Tripeptide Enhancer
Don't you just love when a product goes on light, sinks right in and feels so weightless that you don't know you put it on? Zensation Skincare of Switzerland has created a mild serum that does just that. More like a thick water than a gel, a little went a long way. I used this on my face and neck each morning and evening for a number of weeks. Honestly, I could tell the difference in the first week, because those close to me told me! Even though they didn't know my secret, my friends told me my skin looked amazing, and my sister said I looked refreshed. The serum was hydrating and gave my skin a radiance. And, those fine lines were smoothed within a few weeks of use. I love that Zensation is formulated with natural Swiss Alpine plant and fruit extracts. Free of alcohol, colorants, synthetic fragrances, mineral oil or paraben, the serum gets its scent from naturally derived fragrance and essential oils. Natural ingredients ... and it works! Remember that you do need to follow usage with your normal day or night skin care regimen. Since the product dispenses evenly from a pump bottle, ensuring you get the same amount each time, it is easy to use — no muss, no fuss, smells good, feels good and makes you look good. A true winner!

Twisted Silver: Life Ring silver, Horse Bit Bracelet
They're back! Two bestsellers are back in silver. The life ring is awesomely big and adds instant detail to any ensemble. You will love how it grabs the attention of others with each hand movement that you make. And the horse bit bracelet is equestrian-chic. Very Hermès inspired without the price tag. Get yours 15% off by using the code INSIDERS at checkout.

The team of testers were not paid to review these products. However, most of the products listed above were supplied as samples for review purposes.

You know I love my stylish friends at Twisted Silver. But I gotta tell you, the love factor increased exponentially after utilizing their seriously cool pieces to style two photo shoots last week.

Two of my favorite pieces are the XO Brass Opera necklace and the Align earrings. I love how they are geometrically different, yet complement each other. They demand attention ... and get it — shining separately, while looking oh so fine together!

The coolest thing about the Opera necklace is its length — super long! Love! I did some really fun things with it that I cannot reveal quite yet (look for photos soon). Oh, and you can wear it as a belt, too. So many options you won't believe it!

As simple as the Align earrings are, they sure do stand out. Uncomplicated is always a good thing in order to avoid accessories that compete against each other. Here, these two live in harmony!

You want them, don't you? Well, enter already! Leave a comment below sharing your biggest accessory challenge and you will be entered to win this awesome set by Twisted Silver! One winner will be chosen at random on Monday, November 22nd. Best of luck!

Have you noticed that 'holiday fever' begins earlier and earlier each year? In fact, Christmas decorations were out before Halloween. And Santa made his way to the mall today.

So why not get in the spirit! Shall we start with a giveaway?

If you're like me, you look forward to bringing the Christmas decorations down from the attic after Thanksgiving. This month, let's add a couple fabulous home décor pieces to your holiday collection from one of my favorite places, Blissliving Home!

One lucky person will win a Joy Peace Wish pillow with Peace OBI band and Joy throw this holiday season, a $120 value. No doubt, it will add warmth to your home and bring a smile to your face.

To enter, simply leave a comment below sharing your favorite holiday tradition. A winner will be chosen at random on Friday, November 19th. Good luck ... and have fun reminiscing about the holidays yet to come!