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Shining Star Reviews FLORIDA CONTENT CREATOR Honest reviews on conscious skincare, beauty, and lifestyle brands. Shining Star Reviews examines lifestyle products, services..
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We provide a an objective analysis of 4 categories, Quality, Time, Value, and Stress Reduction

16/07/2023

I’d never leave the show if I had this! What do you think 🤔

🙏 A big thank you to  for kindly gifting me their Earth’s Kiss Super Natural Range Mask Set to try. 🌎 All of Earth’s Kis...
20/06/2023

🙏 A big thank you to for kindly gifting me their Earth’s Kiss Super Natural Range Mask Set to try.

🌎 All of Earth’s Kiss skin care masks are super charged with natural goodness and use ingredients that are natural in origin, 100% vegan, Eco-ethical, cruelty free, and free of any GMO ingredients.

✨To begin, I am trying out the Kombucha & H**p Clay toning peel off mask. The perfect addition for a self care day, this mask combines Kombucha and H**p Clay to help minimize pores, tone, and remove dead skin. After use my skin was smooth, soft, and ready for the rest of my skin care regimen. I especially like, as a peel off mask, it’s not aggressive on my sensitive skin when peeling the mask off. When dry this peel off mask also rinses off clean without residue. Note: Use a very thin layer of product to reduce drying time and easier removal. ❤️

💁🏻‍♀️ I cannot wait to try 👇🏻 next.

✨ Kombucha & Spurulina Hydrating Sheet Mask

✨ Kombucha & Charcoal Exfoliating Clay Mask

✨ Kombucha & Turmeric Detoxifying Clay Mask

🧐 What mask will you choose? I think I’m going for the Hydrating Sheet Mask next.

Want to try one for yourself?

✅ Visit to learn more

Did you know a plain white cotton t-shirt will only provide approximately a SPF factor of 4! Eeek 😧 As someone who is pa...
28/05/2023

Did you know a plain white cotton t-shirt will only provide approximately a SPF factor of 4! Eeek 😧

As someone who is passionate about sun protection I am especially glad to see and learn about new brands sharing the same passion.

Today, I introduce you to UPF 50+ modest swimwear and activewear for women.

me this cute three piece set to try and share my honest review.

What I ❤️

🩱Each piece is true to size.
🩱Made of loose stretchy fabric
🩱Figure flattering fit for a variety of body shapes and sizes (###s to 6x)
🩱Mix and match to create fun new looks
🩱Quick drying
🩱UPF rating of 50 +
🩱Chlorine resistant
🩱The sports bra is easy to get on and off, provides support without being constrictive.
🩱The leggings are high wasted, support you in the right places, and have a strap around the foot so they stay in place.

➡️ to 👀

I’d highly recommend checking out to add some pieces to your sun filled outdoor activities.

To shop ✅ https://tinyurl.com/2p8h3ufp and use KathB15 at check out to save 15%

🛎️ Now through May 30th save up to 70% 🛎️

Stay protected my friends 😊




















01/04/2023

✨ Be seen in the best light ✨

Welcome to my vanity as I review the LED Vanity Mirror

👀 Until the end as I discuss my thoughts on all the poor reviews of OTHER brands of vanity mirrors found while on-line shopping and how the compares

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Yes!
11/03/2023

Yes!

That's right friends!

Happy International Women’s day! Today we celebrate the incredible achievements of women around the world. Let’s take a ...
08/03/2023

Happy International Women’s day! Today we celebrate the incredible achievements of women around the world. Let’s take a moment to recognize and honor the women who have inspired us along the way. Whether it’s your mother, sister, friend, or colleague - let them know how much they mean to you. Together, let’s continue to empower and uplift each other every day.

Today I honor and celebrate the woman who has always been my biggest supporter and inspiration - my mother.
Thank you for teaching me the importance of resilience compassion and kindness your unwavering strength and love and shape me into the person I am today.
I’m grateful for everything for the sacrifices, patience, and never ending support you give me through my life. I feel blessed to wake up daily, knowing we are together caring for you in our home. and showing you exactly the person you raised. The only gift I can offer in return is to show you the woman I am today and continue to aspire to become in the future.

I love you mom. Now and forever. ❤️

👀 to see me and my 87 year old young Mother who truly is my inspiration and my greatest hero of all time, along with some additional favorite inspiring women’s quotes to celebrate and empowering strong women around the world. 💕

✅ What amazing women’s quote is your is your favorite?

✅ What amazing women in your life do your draw inspiration and empowerment from on a daily basis?

To all the amazing women in my life…I love you all to the moon ❤️. Onward and upwards.

  ✨ As much as I’d like to admit I am perfect with my nutritional health and wellness plan, I’m not. Busy days taking ca...
27/02/2023

✨ As much as I’d like to admit I am perfect with my nutritional health and wellness plan, I’m not.

Busy days taking care of my 87 year old Mother, 3 dogs, work, stress, and managing a chronic illness, along with food categories I don’t eat, I know I know I am not eating everything I should every day.

vitamin and minerals and why I take a daily multivitamin from 💁🏻‍♀️

I have been taking and giving this multivitamin to my mother, and have recommended Pure Encapsualtions to my patients long before today

❔Can you relate 🙋🏻‍♀️

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I have been taking and giving this multivitamin to my mother, and have recommended Pure Encapsualtions to my patients long before today

👀 ➡️ Swipe through to see the ingredients of this Multivitamin, what the quiz page and drug interaction page look like, then 👇🏻

👀 Visit www.pureforyou.com and take the quiz, even if you are just curious.

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When your health and wellness are secondary to EVERYTHING else, it’s time to R.E.S.TOr implement what I call The R.E.S.T...
21/02/2023

When your health and wellness are secondary to EVERYTHING else, it’s time to R.E.S.T

Or implement what I call The R.E.S.T. Method.

Never heard of it? Keep reading. 👇🏻

The R.E.S.T Method was created in the midst of my Masters Degree Program in the late 90’s. Our thesis project involved developing and implementing a new Nursing Theory.
The objective: Develop a tool one can use to preserve and optimize the physical, mental, and spiritual health and wellbeing of the self.
Anyhoo. This was mine. Although this is not the theory I chose for my thesis project, I have incorporated this in my life.
Going through the steps in this exercise daily has made a huge impact on my mental, physical health, wellbeing, and a overall feeling of balance.
I promise you, doing this is life changing.

Here are the basics-Grab a piece of paper or save this post so you can take notes.

👀 Swipe through each slide for more details.

R: Reassess, Realign, Refocus, Reset your priorities.

E: Establish boundaries!

S: Set Goals and Intentions.

T: Take action.

Before you begin doing the R.E.S.T Method, ask yourself...
How am I going to make myself a priority?
How am I going to rid myself of any negative self talk preventing me from taking care of my needs?

Repeat daily.

Does any of this resonate with you?

How do you make yourself a priority without sacrificing your core values?

What are your long and short term goals and how to you track you’re success?

Comment your thoughts 👇🏻

Share this with anyone you think will gain value from this exercise.

Although this is a very abbreviated version, I hope you find value in this and implement the R.E.S.T Method or a version there of, in your life to achieve maximum wellness.

All my best, K ❤️

If you know. You know. 🤣
18/02/2023

If you know. You know. 🤣

SCAM ALERT! I got a message from this. It is a SCAM attempting to get your login and password. It’s NOT facebook.
18/02/2023

SCAM ALERT! I got a message from this. It is a SCAM attempting to get your login and password. It’s NOT facebook.

If your page or group on Facebook got a message with a Tribelio Page link notifying that your account violated something, then you really should check this v...

This is so true.
11/02/2023

This is so true.

My heart remains heavy for my friends and the people of Sanibel and all affected by IAN. My prayers are with the Bailey ...
20/01/2023

My heart remains heavy for my friends and the people of Sanibel and all affected by IAN. My prayers are with the Bailey family and Joey’s yummy Custard as they rebuild. Wow! Just Wow!

The managing partner and co-owner of Bailey’s General Store, Lee County’s longest-running business since 1899, was supposed to pick up the construction permits to give the 58-year-old building a planned, major facelift on Sept. 30.

Where are all my lash/brow specialists? Is it REALLY a thing? I am all about "you be you" and creative self-expression b...
12/01/2023

Where are all my lash/brow specialists? Is it REALLY a thing? I am all about "you be you" and creative self-expression but...no, just no.
If it is a real trend...I see nose hair growth serum in our future.🫣

Nose hair extensions are apparently the new beauty trend. Started by an Instagram user called in 2017, it has again become popular nowadays. Some people have started having nose hair extensions by wearing fake eyelashes glued to the openings of their nostrils. While the majority of u...

09/01/2023

According to the EPA, in the US, only 34.6% of garbage is recycled. More alarming is the packaging of beauty and personal care makes up 30% of the trash in our landfills! 😳

😱 Even more incredible, the top 3 reasons for this are…wait for it…

1. Inconvenience
2. Confusion about what and how personal care products can be recycled
3. Accessibility to recycling programs

👩🏻‍🦰 Reduce, Reuse, Refill, Recycle is my jam, but I have to admit even I face challenges recycling my personal care products.

🛑 Stop, Drop, and Think. Just a second or two. ⏳

🤔 How many personal care products you own are headed for the landfill? Personally, my brain almost exploded! 🤯

💻 It was time to roll up my sleeves, find solutions to clean up my own act, and pass helpful tips to help reduce the staggering number of personal care products NOT winding up in landfills or our precious 🌊.

👉🏻 What I found

1. TerraCycle has a wealth of information on recycling not only beauty products but hard-to-recycle items. Some are free, and some you have to pay.
2. (in-store only) partnered with to implement boxes for consumers to drop off empty clean personal care containers.
3. Lushcosmetics (in-store only) Has a robust in-house recycling program. Bring 5 containers back and get a free face mask. Yay!
4. ILIA Beauty On-line, request a parcel bag, put 5 clean empty products from ANY brand whether you buy from them or not Mail back. Free!
5. TULA Also partnered with offering its customers to send back ONLY their products for proper disposal.

UPDATE: Here are some other brands that are jumping on board with to make a difference.

amika:
Anbiome
Beekman 1802
Better Natured Color & Care
Bliss (Whip It) - Page officielle

Burt's Bees
Colgate
Dermalogica Myanmar
eosproducts.bo
Ganier
Gillete
Glow Recipe
Good Chemistry
Josie Maran
Kate Somerville Skincare
Kopari Beauty
Living Proof
Mad Hippie
Murad
MONAT
Paulaschoice
..And Many More.

🤔 Do you see any of your favorite beauty care brands on this list?

👀 Take a look at TerraCycle US and Sign up FREE to begin ridding yourself of difficult-to-recycle beauty and household empties.
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👉🏻 Drop a comment. Share your thoughts. 👇🏻

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04/01/2023

Are you unable to use Retinol?

Finding products when you have dry/reactive/sensitive skin where you can benefit from using retinol can be a challenge.

When their line of Serum, Eye Cream, and Moisturizer with Bakuchiol for my honest review, I was very happy to give it a try to see how my skin reacts.

At first glance all the products differ slightly, are filled with ingredients that nourish the skin, promote hydration, protect the skin’s natural barrier function, and complement each other.
Though nothing in this line-up scared me to move forward. I did do a patch test just in case.

My Experience:

👉🏻 A little goes a long way. Less is more- too much and my skin became a bit oily.
👉🏻 Does not feel heavy on the skin.
👉🏻 Skin feels hydrated, smooth, and glowing after application.
👉🏻 No skin irritation or reactivity after 7 days
👉🏻 Some warmth to the skin during the day. Sunscreen is a must, even indoors. This helps immediately.
👉🏻 In the PM, my skin feels smooth and hydrated, without feeling greasy. No residue is left on my pillow.

Do I recommend it?

Yes! Especially if you have dry/sensitive skin and cannot use traditional retinol products.
Of course, check the ingredient list as everyone’s skin is different.

*Always check for any allergies *

👉🏻 Have you ever heard of Bakuchiol?

👉🏻 ✅ Avon.com for more information on Avons’ Bakuchiol line-up.

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Getting ready for the New Year. Looks like I’ll…✅ Be in bed by 9 with a cuddly blanket.✅ Have a good nights rest✅ Wake u...
31/12/2022

Getting ready for the New Year. Looks like I’ll…

✅ Be in bed by 9 with a cuddly blanket.
✅ Have a good nights rest
✅ Wake up and smile.
✅ Say hello to 2023.
✅ Pour a cup of coffee.
✅Count my blessings.

No big plans, No promises, No resolutions. Just expressing gratitude for another year of possibilities.

How about you?

What are your plans as we head in to 2023?

Wishing you all the best as we bring in the New Year 🎉🎉🎉



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👀 Where are all my Healthcare Providers and First Responders? I recently went into AT&T to make changes to my cell phone...
29/12/2022

👀 Where are all my Healthcare Providers and First Responders?

I recently went into AT&T to make changes to my cell phone account, and in casual conversation, I asked if there were any promotions for First Responders. (Yes, I am one 😂)

Well…It was like the heavens opened up!

The rep in the store shared a program exclusive with At&T I have to share with you, as I was completely in the dark.

I had NO IDEA this existed. 😳

It’s called FirstNet.

They had me at FREE iPhone, Apple Watch, $1000 credit from trading in my current device, and 25% off benefits..on and on he went.

You have to check it out.

Seriously, if you or a family member qualifies, this can be life-changing.

What I ❤️ about this program is First Responders, Health Care Workers, and their families in this program will have access to cell service during natural disasters as AT&T deploys satellite cell trucks so you and your family never is without communication capabilities.

There certainly has not been any shortage of natural disasters recently, am I right?

Of course, you need a special SIM card and a FirstNet-ready device, but they are giving it to you!

Needless to say, I signed up!

There are also many other benefits FirstNet has I could type a mile-long post about it.

Instead, here is the link > https://www.att.com/plans/unlimited-data-plans/ so you or your loved one can see if the FirstNet program is right for you.

Even if you are not a First Responder or Healthcare Provider of a family of one there are so many deals going on right now, it makes it hard to pass up. Check it out.

BTW, I am not sponsored by AT&T, just excited to share the information.

Go ahead, and check it out.

👉🏻 Like this post to show support for all our First Responders.

👉🏻 Comment 👇🏻 your thoughts about this program

👉🏻 Share with a First Responder of Healthcare Provider friend or your stories so everyone will know about the FirstNet Program.

21/12/2022

This is just the sweetest thing. ❤️

21/12/2022

Want to see something cool 😎?

Watch this quick first impression gummies and effervescent honest review.

Finding an alternative supplement you need to support a healthy lifestyle can be a challenge. Most “green” supplements can be difficult to swallow…and well…taste like my lawn. 🤮

Fortunately is not one of those supplements.

Gummies: $16-18.00 (50)
The Effervescent Tablets 3 pack $33.00

👉🏻 Gummies and Tablets are made using: Spinach, Kale, Aloe Vera, Wheatgrass, Blue Green Algae, Barley Grass, Chlorella, and Spurulina.

👉🏻Gummies contain Vitamin C, B2, B6, B5, Zinc, Vitamin C and Folate.
Tablets: Vitamin C, B6, B5, B12, and Zinc

👉🏻 Both: Vegan, Gluten Free, Non-GMO, Dairy Free

👉🏻 Gummies Sweetened with Organic Cane Sugar, Organic Rice Syrup
👉🏻Tablets: Sweetened with Stevia Leaf Extract, Also contains a sweetener Sorbitol -generally made from corn syrup.

My experience: (Gummies)

👉🏻They smell and do taste like real apples. They are a bit on the sour side, be prepared.
👉🏻Easy to chew, and easy on the stomach.
👉🏻No “green” taste.

My experience (Tablets)

👉🏻Easy…just plop, fizz, stir, and drink.
👉🏻Each flavor is unique, light, and not overly sweet, taste delish.
👉🏻Easy to incorporate into your daily water intake.
👉🏻No “green’ flavor noted.
Fav: Blood Orange

Final thoughts:

I am not a fan of gummies in general, though the most pleasant tasting green supplement I have tried.

🤔 With all the greens listed, there is no Vitamin K or Iron on the Label, as I would expect. Query… stated there is no “added” Vitamin K and only trace amounts of Iron not required to be placed on the Nutrition facts label.

PSA: Always Check with your HCP before consuming any supplements.

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09/12/2022

Water 💦 girl here. I cannot go without being around water for long periods of time without feeling the blues. Definitely missing the salty life.

How about you?

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Decisions…Decisions 🤔 I am trying to decide which  sheet mask I am going to surprise my Mom with today for a little mini...
06/12/2022

Decisions…Decisions 🤔

I am trying to decide which sheet mask I am going to surprise my Mom with today for a little mini spa day.

She adores being able to stay home with me. Even though she now requires 24 hour care -I cherish every moment. We have so much fun together.

I decided on the Drench sheet mask since both of our skin has been needing a drink.

Swipe ——> to see some photos and the after photo.

While taking the photos we both decided there is just no good way to look glamorous in a sheet mask 😂😂😂

Me : Mom… it’s not supposed to look glamorous it is supposed to make you look glamorous and more beautiful than you are already.

Mom: I got the look, You know the one. 🙄

After 20 min., we both agree Drench sheet mask left our skin feeling more hydrated and left a little glow…just what the doctor ordered.

What I ❤️

👉🏻Infused with Prickly Pear and Peony for a quick hydration boost to revive your skin; along with Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract restore suppleness and reduce dryness and flakiness.
👉🏻It’s the perfect quick pick me up you can incorporate into your busy day for some quality “me time”

👉🏻It’s also free of Parabens, Phthalates, Formaldehyde, Petrochemical, Silicone, Gluten, and it’s Vegan.

This sheet mask does have fragrance, however, I did not note any, and my eyes did not become irritated during the application.

All in all, I would recommend giving a try.

This mask is $5.00 making it a perfect gift for yourself, or anyone else all year long.

Have you ever tried ?
👉🏻This was my first time, and I’ll be back for more. I just love a good sheet mask.

   me the below products for review. Here’s my initial thoughts. * 2 in 1 Body Wash + Bath Soak (Cedarwood + Bergamot)  ...
21/11/2022

me the below products for review. Here’s my initial thoughts.

* 2 in 1 Body Wash + Bath Soak (Cedarwood + Bergamot)
* I have used almost every drop of this. Between quick showers and a self care day bubble bath. Its a must have for your bath. Initially, I did not think I would enjoy the scent…BUT its so light, fresh, and clean. I just love it.
* Shampoo & Conditioner Set – for Hair & Scalp (Thick & Full)
* This set does the job. If you have any scalp build up, one use it’s gone.
* The conditioner is very light. I have very dry hair. If you have normal hair, it’s perfect.
* Psst- If you have colored hair…make sure you test. The shampoo did strip some of my red from my hair.
* 3 Pack Olive Oil Fragrance-Free Bar Soap.
* ❤️ Love this soap… unlike traditional soaps. Its lather is more creamy than foamy, and leaves my skin soft and smooth. Traditional Soap products leave my skin stripped and running for body lotion.
* Moisture Shave 4-in-1 Shave Lotion (Cedarwood + Bergamot)
* I am OBSESSED with this shaving lotion.
* I have wispy hair, so normally it takes a few passes to shave. Not with this cream, one swipe and it’s done. Such a time saver!
* Light clean fresh scent.
* For $7.95 cannot beat the price for a HUGE bottle.
* 3-in-1 Bar Soaps “not vegan” (Effort-Less)
* Perfect for travel
* Fresh Clean scent.
* Saving for my net trip
* 2-in-1 Shampoo + Conditioner Bar “not vegan” (Strengthen)
* Haven’t tried this one yet. It does smell delish.
* Perfect for travel, no worries about TSA. 😊

Overall, I’d say Kiss My Face is worth a look. Their wide range of products that won’t break the bank can be found on are made with botanicals and minerals without harsh chemicals since 1980.
Bonus: No animal testing.
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Kathleen Blaney is a Nurse Practitioner who founded Shining Star Reviews in November, 2017. “I work with with brands and write professional and honest reviews.” With almost 15 years of e-commerce sales, social marketing, product evaluation experience, Kathleen is expertly able to form a a clear professional and objective analysis of products and services.

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