What do women want? According to recent survey results, women believe beauty products made with both natural ingredients and proven scientific technologies work best – and that’s what new beauty brand, mirra™ provides.

In addition to its own consumer research, mirra recently conducted an online survey of over 500 women asking a variety of questions about beauty care products and regimens.   Here’s what women said:

· 77 percent said products that have both natural ingredients and proven technologies, work best. Only nine percent said products with all natural ingredients, alone, were best; and 14 percent said the same of science only products.

· 71 percent chose “Take 10” as the best description of their beauty style and routine. They said they don’t have a lot of time and don’t spend a lot of time on their beauty routine – 10 minutes at most.   Other options included “soak and savor,” “60 minutes,” and  “beat the clock.”

· Their description of a “bad hair day” was evenly split between “flat” (37 percent) and “frizzy” (35 percent). (15 percent said fly-away; 13 percent said oily).

Launching now, mirra products include shampoos and conditioners; hair styling products; body washes and mists; facial and skin care lotions, cleansers and cleansing cloths; eye firming and age defying creams; and cosmetic brushes.

mirra products are made with natural ingredients, such as olive oil, aloe leaf juice, and cranberry, bamboo, honey and chicory root extracts.  Proven technologies are used for many of the products too.  For example, the revolutionary oleosome emulsion technology is used in skin care products to deliver long lasting moisture that keeps protecting and nourishing skin long after application.

mirra products can be found in the beauty care aisles exclusively at all stores that are part of the Kroger Co. family. For a limited time, mirra is offering $5 off when you purchase any two mirra products. To download the coupon visit www.kroger.com\coupons.

Why mirra

“Women tell us they want products that enhance who they are and their natural beauty. They don’t want to disguise or cover up their true selves,” said Linda Severin, Vice President of Corporate Brands for The Kroger Co.   “mirra uses the best of nature and science to provide women a beauty regimen that is both easy and effective.”

A Closer Look at mirra

The natural and scientific ingredients in mirra products are tested for effectiveness.  For example, in mirra’s micro-remodeling cream, aloe and green tea team up with MATRIXL 3000 to reduce wrinkles, provide skin firmness, to sooth and deliver antioxidant properties.  A study of MATRIXL 3000 was shown, in just two months, to significantly reduce wrinkle depth and skin roughness and improve skin tone.

FROM ME : I was recently given the opportunity to test out some Mirra beauty products for myself. I was sent body wash, shampoo, conditioner, day cream, night cream, eye cream, and lotion all full size products. I was asked to try them for a period of 2 weeks and then tell you what I think. Well, first off, I love that they are made with natural ingredients. I have been trying to go greener and also use less harsh things on my body, as well as on my families. So, I was impressed to read this about the Mirra Products.

They even just smell more natural. Which is the next thing I tend to do when trying a new product. I do a “smell test”. If I do not like the smell, I am not going to be putting it on my body or hair. Mirra products smell great, basically there isn’t much of a smell because they are natural, which is great by me.

Now, I must remind you (or if your a new reader) I do have insanely sensitive skin. Also, this winter has harmed my scalp a lot. I have had more flakes of my scalp then we have had snow flakes, well maybe not really, but I have been having issues!

The body wash is great, it didn’t break me out one bit, works nicely, and it made my skin feel soft. The shampoo and conditioner, made my hair very silky feeling and didn’t dry my scalp like other shampoo’s sometimes do (on me).

I like the day and night creams, they helped to keep my skin on my face feeling moist all day long. I didn’t use the eye cream much, just one time per day, and it also felt silky on my eyes.

The lotion also kept my legs and arms soft and moisturized and I didn’t have any problems with break outs. Which I hesitate to try new things due to my sensitiveness but knowing this was all natural I was ok to give it all a try. I am glad I did.

REMEMBER to go and get your coupon here: http://www.kroger.com/in_store/corporate_brands/Pages/mirra.aspx so you can try these great products for yourself. ALSO, you can have a chance at winning a gift pack like the one I received to try.

Here is how you can WIN :

1. Fave my site on momfaves – comment and let me know you have = 1 entry
2. FAN my Facebook page : you can do that by clicking on “Follow this blog” over on my sidebar or by going to Facebook and following The Plus Size Mommy.- Comment and let me know you did = 1 entry.
3. Use stumbleupon, technorati, digg for this site/post. – comment letting me know which you have done = 1 entry per way.
4. Tweet the following on Twitter – ” Win a MIRRA Beauty gift pack on @plussizemommy ’s Blog here :  http://twurl.nl/mt6q7p  ”    – Tweet up to 3 times per day = up to 3 entries per day. Please comment leaving tweet thread, and please leave separate comments for each entry.

This giveaway begins NOW and will end on March 18th, 2010 at 7PM EST.  Winner will be chosen via random.org. Winner must be a subscriber to this blog. Also Winner must reside in US ONLY! Winner will be posted to this site by March 19th. Winners will NOT be emailed.

Thank you for all who enter and Good Luck!

The Plus Size Mommy

*Disclosure – I received these products courtesy of The Kroger Company for review and giveaway as a part of the Global Influence Network. Also the giveaway products will be sent to the winner from the company at no charge to me.

About The Kroger Co.:

Kroger, the nation’s largest traditional grocery retailer, employs more than 326,000 associates who serve customers in 2,469 supermarkets and multi-department stores in 31 states under two dozen local banner names including Kroger, City Market, Dillons, Jay C, Food 4 Less, Fred Meyer, Fry’s, King Soopers, QFC, Ralphs and Smith’s. The Company also operates 773 convenience stores, 392 fine jewelry stores, 850 supermarket fuel centers and 40 food processing plants in the U.S. Kroger, headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, focuses its charitable efforts on supporting hunger relief, health and wellness initiatives, and local organizations in the communities it serves. For more information about Kroger, please visit www.kroger.com.

Did you know that studies have found that a diet rich in whole grain can be helpful in maintaining a healthy heart, managing weight and may also reduce the risk for diabetes and certain types of cancer?

Only whole grain gives you the vital nutrients from the complete grain. In addition to fiber, whole grain contains antioxidants, vitamins, minerals and other nutrients important for a healthy diet. General Mills is the only leading cereal company to guarantee whole grain in every box.** Every day, General Mills’ Big G Cereals – which include Cheerios, Fiber One, Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Chex, Total and Lucky Charms – deliver 35 million servings of whole grain to Americans. General Mills makes it easy to find whole grains, just look for the white check on the top of every Big G cereal box for your whole grain guarantee.

In a national survey, 91 percent of Americans said they want to incorporate more whole grain foods into their diets. In fact, nine out of 10 people in the U.S. still do not eat the minimum recommended daily amount of whole grain (at least three servings, or 48 grams). Do you? Why not start keeping track of how many whole grains you eat to find out?

We invite you to take the Whole Grain Awareness Challenge.
Visit www.WholeGrainNation.com to put your whole grain knowledge to the test.

In addition to sharing the good news about whole grain, we’re excited to announce some more great news for cereal lovers. Just last month General Mills announced a commitment to further reduce sugar in cereals advertised to kids under 12 to single-digit grams of sugar per serving. The company has already been reducing sugar in cereals while increasing key nutrients, such as calcium and vitamin D, and providing whole grain.

Now you have the opportunity to WIN a Whole Grain Prize pack that contains the following :

2 VIP coupons for Big G cereals, tote bag, a large cereal mug, a breakfast chiller

Here is how you can win…

1. Comment and let me know what your Favorite Big G cereal is ?  = 1 entry

2. Fave my site on momfaves – comment and let me know you have = 1 entry

3. Fave Big G cereals on momfaves – comment and let me know you have = 1 entry

4. FAN my Facebook page : you can do that by clicking on “Follow this blog” over on my sidebar or by going to Facebook and following The Plus Size Mommy.- Comment and let me know you did = 1 entry.

5. Use stumbleupon, technorati, digg for this site/post. – comment letting me know which you have done = 1 entry per way.

6. Tweet the following on Twitter – ” Win a  Big G cereal Prize pack  on @plussizemommy ’s Blog here : http://twurl.nl/pu2zpn  ” – Tweet up to 3 times per day = up to 3 entries per day. Please comment leaving tweet thread, and please leave separate comments for each entry.

This giveaway starts NOW and will end on March 16th, 2010 at 6PM EST. Winner must respond within 48 hours of winner posting to claim your prize, or another winner may be selected. Winners must reside in USA (48 consecutive states). Winner MUST be a subscriber to this blog. Winner will be chosen via random.org. Winners name will be posted to this site by March 17th. Winners will not be emailed directly.

Thank you for submitting an entry and Good Luck!

The Plus Size Mommy

*Disclosure - The information, VIP coupons and two “Grains of Goodness” prize packs (the coupons, chiller, mug, and tote bag) were all provided General Mills through MyBlogSpark.

When I was at the Blissdom Conference in Nashville last month, they had a booth where they conducted  Covergirl Smoky eye’s on all the ladies who attended the conference.

All attendee’s also were given a Smoky Eye Kit from Covergirl in our take home swag bags.

Here is Me getting my Smoky Eye Look On :

BEFORE

DURING

AFTER

(ALL PHOTO”S Courtesy of Brad Lawless from Collective Bias)
Aren’t I just beautiful with my new Smoky Eye Look ?

I had also been sent a gift card from my wonderful relationship with Collective Bias to shop for a Covergirl  Smoky Eye Kit.  Here is a Whrrl of my shop :

I wasn’t able to find the kits at my local Walmart, but they do sell them online here : http://digg.com/u1ONVm

The kits come in BOLD, Glamorous, and Natural Looks. They retail for about $16.50 each.

You can also WIN a kit here !!!

Here is how to win :

1. Comment and tell me which kit you would try if you win Natural, Glamorous, or Bold ? = 1 entry.

2. Fave my site on momfaves – comment and let me know you have = 1 entry

3. Fave Covergirl Smokyeye’s on momfaves – comment and let me know you have = 1 entry

4. FAN my Facebook page : you can do that by clicking on “Follow this blog” over on my sidebar or by going to Facebook and following The Plus Size Mommy.- Comment and let me know you did = 1 entry.

5. Use stumbleupon, technorati, digg for this site/post. – comment letting me know which you have done = 1 entry per way.

6. Tweet the following on Twitter – ” Win a @Covergirl #Smokyeye kit on @plussizemommy ’s Blog here : http://digg.com/u1ONgJ ” – Tweet up to 3 times per day = up to 3 entries per day. Please comment leaving tweet thread, and please leave separate comments for each entry.

This giveaway starts NOW and will end on 3/5/2010 at 7PM EST. TWO winners will be selected via random.org.
Winners MUST be subscribers to this blog to win. Winners will have 48 hours to claim their prizes. If you enter to win, please check back here by 3/6 for winners names to be posted.

Thank you for entering and Good Luck!

The Plus Size Mommy

*I was sent a gift card from Covergirl and Collective Bias to shop for the Smoky Eye Kits, and also for my time. My opinions and anything I say about the Kits is my own. I always give my honest opinions on anything I review.

Home Entertainment Academy Award-winning Hollywood heavyweights George Clooney (Up In The Air) and Meryl Streep (It’s Complicated) lend their voices to the hilarious, heartwarming and dazzling stop-motion animated adventure from visionary director Wes Anderson (The Royal Tenebaums) Fantastic Mr. Fox.  In the re-imagined classic family tale, Mr. and Mrs. Fox (Clooney and Streep) live a happy home life with their eccentric son Ash (Jason Schwartzman: The Darjeeling Limited) and visiting nephew Kristopherson.  That is until Mr. Fox slips into his sneaky, old ways and plots the greatest heist the animal world has ever seen.  When mean old farmers Boggis, Bunce and Bean join forces to surround Mr. Fox and his family, they don’t realize they are not dealing with any old fox – it’s Fantastic Mr. Fox and he has a fantastic master plan to save the day! Based on the beloved best-selling book by Roald Dahl (Charlie and the Chocolate Factory), Fantastic Mr. Fox is family fun at its finest. Anderson employs a colorful supporting cast to bring his eccentric characters to life including Bill Murray (Lost In Translation), Owen Wilson (Marley & Me) and Willem Dafoe (Spiderman triology).  The DVD and Blu-ray Disc/DVD Combo Pack are packed with behind-the-scenes bonus features, including a special inside look at how stop-motion animation really works and much more.

I was sent a screener of this movie to preview with my family. My youngest son, who is 10, had already seen it at the movie theatre with his school for a class field trip but the rest of us hadn’t seen it. I must say, I was pretty disappointed by it. I was so excited to get a copy of it to review but I just couldn’t grasp the storyline of it. It does have some pretty funny parts, and my 10 and 13 yr. old sons just think it is a great movie. It just wasn’t my taste in movies. It also did not keep the attention of my 4 yr. old daughter who I let watch it. I personally believe it is for older children. Ten is about the right age to maybe 15.  If I was rating this movie on a scale of 1 – 10 with 10 being the best, I would give it a 7.

It does have some cute parts and I love the animation. It is really neat. But the storyline just didn’t get it with me. I would NOT say this movie was a total bust for movies, it just isn’t my type. My favorite part was when they moved into the new tree home. I wish I could live in a tree like that

Here are some activity pages for your children to do that go along with the movie :

Now, you can WIN a copy of this movie for your children. There will be 3 winners. Winners will be chosen by random.org.  Here is how :

1. Fave my site on momfaves – comment and let me know you have = 1 entry
2. FAN my Facebook page : you can do that by clicking on “Follow this blog” over on my sidebar or by going to Facebook and following The Plus Size Mommy.- Comment and let me know you did = 1 entry.
3. Use stumbleupon, technorati, digg for this site/post.  - comment letting me know which you have done = 1 entry per way.
4. Tweet the Following on Twitter :  ” Win Fantastic Mr. Fox on DVD  here : http://is.gd/8U6bx  pls rt? ty  ” – up to 3 tweets per day, for a total of 3 entries per day (please leave separate comments).

These giveaway’s begin NOW and will end on March 3rd, 2010 at 8pm EST.  THREE winners names will be posted to this site by March 4th. Winners will NOT be emailed.

Thank you for entering, and Good Luck!

The Plus Size Mommy

*I was sent the screener DVD of this movie at no charge from Twentieth Century Fox Home
Entertainment. Winners copies will also be sent at no charge to me. The views and review of this DVD are my own personal honest thoughts.

I would love to introduce to you Tommee Tippee. What is Tommee Tippee you ask ?

It is a Brand New product that is hitting the store shelves in Babies R Us and Toys R Us stores near you!

I have had the great honor of trying their Sippy Cups and Baby Bottles on my daughter, and I wish they would’ve gotten to the USA sooner!

Here is some details of the “‘truly spill-proof first sips cup” -

• unique soft-flex spout
• advance flo- technology for easy drinking (Active Sensor valve system)
• BPA FREE
• Leak Proof
• have been around for 50 years in the UK
• Supports Natural Oral Development
• Progressively Staged

What I thought about these Sippy Cups (My personal opinion) -

Upon first glance of the sippy cups, I immediately noticed the handles. I really like the soft handles that make it easy for my daughter to hold the sippy cup. After opening it, I noticed the creatively designed spout. It is different than any other sippy cup I have ever used with my children. My daughter  seems to like these sippy cups very well. They are easy to clean and also I truly have not had any problems with accidental leakage. Other sippy cups still tend to leak occasionally when turned upside down. The only trouble I had at all with the cup was getting the lid off for the first time. It is really smooth and takes a little getting used to. On the other hand I really like this about the cup, so my daughter cannot get the lid off and spill it every where. And once you get used to the lid, it is a piece of cake.

The Tommee Tippy Cup holds 5 fl oz. of liquid, and retails at Toys R US and Babies R US for approx.  $4.99.

To learn and see more, please visit here : http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3918812

Tommee Tippee Baby Bottles

Upon first glance at the Tommee Tippee bottles, I noticed the wide mouth top, making them so much easier to fill with milk than other bottles. I also love the nipples on the bottles. My daughter took to them right away, with no troubles at all. I love the caps too, they do not fall off like other bottles I have used.

Here are some more specific details on the bottles :

• BPA FREE
• 3 packs cost about $17.99 at Babies R Us/Toys R Us, which to me is a GREAT price for a 3 pack of bottles
• 9 oz bottles instead of typical 8 oz ones
• soft, naturally flexing nipples – making them more natural for babies
• natural shape for babies to latch onto easier
• ultrasensitive anti-colic valve lets babies feed at their own pace with reduced risk of gas and colic
• very comfortable to hold

You can purchase them, read more, and see more photo’s of them, and more reviews here : http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3918819

Right now if you visit www.tommeetippee.com  you can follow them on twitter, and also on Facebook. If you Fan them on Facebook you will have a chance at winning gift cards to Babies R Us

But you can also have a chance to win RIGHT HERE , here is how :

1. Fave my site on momfaves – comment and let me know you have = 1 entry
2. Fave Tommee Tippee on momfaves – comment and let me know you have = 1 entry
3. FAN my Facebook page : you can do that by clicking on “Follow this blog” over on my sidebar or by going to Facebook and following The Plus Size Mommy.- Comment and let me know you did = 1 entry.
4. Use stumbleupon, technorati, digg for this site/post.  - comment letting me know which you have done = 1 entry per way.
5. Tweet the following on Twitter –  ” @plussizemommy is introducing @tommeetippeeUS on her blog, you can WIN  thanks to @BabiesRUs  http://is.gd/8QLxu   ” = up to 3 entries/tweets per day, please leave separate comments for each.

One winner will be chosen via random.org. Winner will win a baby Tommee Tippee gift pack containing a 3 pack of bottles and 2 sippy cups.

This giveaway begins NOW and ends on March 2, 2010 at 7PM EST. Winner will not be notified via email. Winner’s name will be posted to this site by March 3, 2010. Winner will have 48 hours to claim prize. If prize is unclaimed another winner will then be drawn after the 48 hour period. As with ALL giveaways on this blog, winner MUST be a subscriber to this blog in order to win.

Thank you for entering and Good Luck!

The Plus Size Mommy

*I was sent the Tommee Tippee sippy cups and baby bottles to review on this blog. The review of the bottles is my own personal honest review. All comments made by me are my own personal views of these products. The products were sent to me on behalf of Babies R Us to review at no charge to me. Also the prizes will be sent to the winner at no charge to me. – full disclosure

Prepare to blast off with boy-genius Tony Stark when“Iron Man: Armored Adventures” Volume 2 flies onto DVD January 5 from Marvel Animation, Method Films, Genius Products and Vivendi Entertainment! Jam-packed with six all new high-octane episodes, join the adventures of Tony and his friends as they risk it all facing bigger challenges, more secrets, more showdowns and two new chaotic villains, Living Laser and Madam Masque.  Using the latest technology and a little teamwork, it’s up to the teenage prodigy and his ever-evolving, adaptable armor – including the unveil of two brand-new suits – to save the world from evil whenever duty calls.

Over the holidays my family and I had the chance to review this great DVD. My sons and my husband just loved it. They had been looking forward to it ever since I was asked to review it. It was a nice treat to curl up with a bowl of popcorn and watch it all together when the snow is falling outside, and goodness knows we have had a ton of snow ever since!

Now you can also win a copy of this DVD for your family(3 winners). Here is how :

1. Fave my site on momfaves – comment and let me know you have = 1 entry
2. Tweet the following on Twitter (up to 3 times per day)  ” Win Iron Man 2 on @plussizemommy  ’s blog here :  http://digg.com/u1Nj0b    ”               – (up to 3 entries per day)comment with tweet thread and please leave separate entries.
3. FAN my Facebook page : you can do that by clicking on “Follow this blog” over on my sidebar or by going to Facebook and following The Plus Size Mommy.- Comment and let me know you did = 1 entry.
4. Use stumbleupon, technorati, digg for this site/post.  - comment letting me know which you have done = 1 entry per way.

This giveaway starts NOW and will end on Feb. 27th at 8PM EST. 3 Winners will be posted to this site by the 28th. Winners will not be contacted and will have 48 hours to claim their prize. 3 Winners will be chosen via random.org.

You must be a subscriber to this blog to win, as with any of my giveaways.

Good Luck, and Thank you for entering.

The Plus Size Mommy

*disclosure – I was sent the Iron Man Vlm. 2 dvd free to do this review, and also the 3 giveaway copies are also being sent at no charge to me.

It is wonderful that my little community on here cares.

So, now, without further ado… I have some winners to announce

MAC SNACK WRAPS FROM MCDONALDS – (9 winners)

1. Aimee
2. Mary Baby Steps
3. Sallie Holiday
4. Jennifer Snapshot
5. Rose
6. Patti Bright

Everyone who entered won. There were only 6 entries. The remainder of the Snack Wraps will be given away over Twitter.

CLOROX GIFT PACK - (1 winner)

Cat

HAMBURGER CD CASE’S - (2 winners)

Tania Misscrabbypants

Patti Bright

PROGRESSO SOUP PACK (1- winner)

figaro1

Congrats to all the winners! Thank you to everyone who entered. Please email me within 72 hours of this post to claim your prizes, please put what prize in the subject line. My email is plussizemommy@gmail.com.

Thank you so much and now I should be back on track and I have a ton of wonderful things coming up, stay tuned

The Plus Size Mommy

Tania (Misscrabbypants) !!!!!!!!!!!!!

Please email me at plussizemommy@gmail.com to claim within 48 hours!

Thank you to all who entered.

The Plus Size Mommy

SouthPeak’s food-serving-simulation video game Fast Food Panic on Wii and Nintendo DS . In honor of the game’s release, I wanted to extend a special giveaway to you. A very special custom made, burger-shaped plush CD-holder!

Overview:Create the best restaurant in the world by cooking up yummy dishes, making yourcustomers happy, greeting them when they stop by, and keeping your restaurant squeakyclean in this vibrant and fast-paced restaurant simulation game. A top-quality restauranttakes a lot of work, and your waitress will need help—keep the place clean, makedeliveries, ring up customers, and more.Features• Work against the clock to turn your restaurant into the best in the world• Beyond cooking minigames – Juggle making delicious food, keeping everythingspotless, greeting customers, and helping your waitress to improve yourrestaurant’s popularity• Prepare yummy dishes including steaks, pasta, burgers, pizza and more!• Take care of VIP customers who will push your service and cooking skills to thelimit• Replay each level from Story Mode in Free Mode and challenge your high score• Unlock more than 10 fun cooking mini-games to further hone your skills• Three levels of difficulty for beginners and master chefs alike.

This game is made for Wii and DS platforms.

Now for the giveaway: TO be clear.. This giveaway is for an exclusive Hamburger CD case ONLY, no game is included! (pictured above). TWO winners will be selected.

1. Tweet the following = ” Win an EXCLUSIVE Hamburger CD case from @plussizemommy  ’s blog here :  http://is.gd/7wKpR   ”            you may tweet up to 3 times per day = 1 entry per tweet, separate comments please.
2. follow me on twitter = 1 entry  (I am @plussizemommy)
3. Use stumbleupon, technorati, digg for this site/post.  - comment letting me know which you have done = 1 entry per way.
4. Fave my site on momfaves – comment and let me know you have = 1 entry

This giveaway begins NOW and will end on Feb. 9th, 2010 at 7PM EST.  TWO winners will be chosen via random.org.

Winners MUST be subscribers to this blog. Winners will NOT be contacted so if you enter to win, please check back for the winners post around 2/10.

Thank You for entering and Good Luck!

The Plus Size Mommy

*The prizes were sent to me FREE from South Peak games.  I will be paying for shipping to the winners on my own. I was not otherwise compensated for this post.

JENNIFER C.

Congrats ! Please email me at plussizemommy@gmail.com within 48 hours to claim. ENJOY

I had to do a re-draw of one of the Weight Watchers snack cake winners due to an unclaimed win. The new winner via random.org is :

anna_haddley

please email me within 48 hours to claim at plussizemommy@gmail.com

Thank you to all who entered and Congrats to the winners !!!!

The Plus Size Mommy