Thank goodness for that encouragement because this blog has lead me to some very BIG things in the last 2 months.

First being given the chance to be a columnist for She Unlimited when they relaunch…which I believe is in November–so be on the lookout!

Then joining b5media to become the blogger for Makeup Minute, and the success there has been huge and beyond anything I could have hoped for.

Then this week being asked to blog for Pierce Mattie Public Relations. This, my friends, blew me out of the water.

I cannot even begin to tell you how this ordinary girl feels right now. She feels important. She feels respected. She feels valued.

My posts are now showing on Pierce Mattie’s blog, so be sure to look for the posts written by “Shannon.” Hopefully you will want to join in on the conversation and post a comment there to what I’ve written.

Posts on this blog will now be cut back a bit. I will be blogging here twice a week, unless there is something incredible going on and I want to let you know. I still have many more products from Maryam’s Soap Nook to write reviews on, as well as other products as well. And, of course, you will always know what is going on with Country Bunny Bath & Body specials.

Thank you loyal readers for being a part of propelling me into the stratosphere!

xo–Shannon

My VIP package came from Maryam’s Soap Nook. Today’s review will be about her Exfoliating Body Wash with Kukui Nut Oil and Jojoba Beads. This product was sent in an out of this world fragrance—Pomegranate and Wild Berries.

This wonderfully pink Body Wash with it’s blue-green Jojoba Beads lives up to my expectations of not only smelling wonderful, but also working just as well. My shower filled with the wonderful Pomegranate and Wild Berry scent, while lathering and exfoliating my skin. The Kukui Oil was soothing and left my skin feeling moisturized.

The best thing? The fragrance remained on my skin even after the shower.

Try it for yourself! 8oz. is $10 www.maryam-soap-nook.com

Back in July, Joico’s K-Pak Liquid Reconstruction is one of the many birthday gifts that Elke gave me. It seems all the gifts, just seem to keep on giving. This product has been a miracle worker, along with the Joico K-Pak Smoothing Balm.

It’s a weightless and scentless spray that I spray on before I comb through my hair. I noticed that it helped considerably on detangling my tresses, even though that is not the purpose of this product. But I admit, it surely is an added bonus!

This spray doesn’t weigh my hair down and I noticed that my hair has less frizz and noticeable damage to it. When I have gone days without using it, simply due to me not being able to have eyes behind my head to watch my ever-curious children and sparing for time, I noticed my hair looked dull and dry and just plain gross.

Joico’s Liquid Reconstruct is something that is now a staple in my hair care. Have you used any Joico products? Post a comment and let me know!

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The kit comes in a very handy vinyl bag with handles. It includes a Body Brush, Everyday Magic Spray, Shave Gel, No nick Razor Oil, Razor-burn soother and 2 single blade disposable razors.

How the system works:

Step one: Exfoliate with the Body Brush
A quick brush with Bikini Kitty’s Body Brush before every shower will sluff off dead skin, stimulate cell turn-over and unfurled any potentially ingrown hair.

Use everyday: Everyday Magic Spray
This product is made of lemon, orange and sugar acids which unclog ingrown hair follicles and heals razor bumps. Just spray over the areas where you shave.

Step Two: Apply the Shave Gel towards the end of your shower.
Applying the Shave Gel at the end of your shower, allows for your hair to soften. This Shave Gel is a non-foaming, skin hydrating, hair softening shave gel. It’s made of cucumber distillate and fortified with aloe.

Use the right razor and shave in the right direction.
Bikini Kitty recommends using single blade disposable razors. They also recommend you shave in the same direction of hair growth.

Use with every shave: No nick Razor Oil
The No nikc razor oil is to be applied directly to your razor blade and will help in elminating razor rash.

Step Three: Use the Razor Burn Soother after every shave.
This product is made of Aloe, Black Willow Bark and Need oil. It is cortizone and pertroleum free. The Razor Burn Soother will provide soothing and healing relief.

What I thought:

I was impressed with how many products were in the kit and their size. I also noticed that a little goes a long way. Bikini Kitty states on their website that the kit will last you for 3 months.

The first few times I used the Body Brush, I found it a little abrasive. It actually kind of hurt. However, I did notice that it really worked. Those ingrown hairs at my knees came undone in a few days. Also, it did prevent further ingrown hair. Something I always battle on my knees and it drives me nuts.

The Everyday Magic Spray was easy enough, I just sprayed it on my legs before applying my lotion. I really liked the Shave Gel. I had less irritation on my legs and under my arms. It has been a very long time since I have used a single blade disposable razor, but Bikini Kitty states that these razors are much better to use than multi-blade razors.

Overall, I think it was a nice shave care system and I liked that it was all natural ingredients. They also make a shave care system for men.

Give them at a look at www.BikiniKitty.com