Are you tired of struggling with "Exercise-Resistant" bra bulges, saddlebags, muffin top, or post-pregnancy baby fat? If so, then Barbie's Beauty Bitts want to invite you on my Journey with Slim Light Therapy and CoolSculpting for fat loss.

For me, diet and exercise just have not been enough to help me achieve the lean, toned body I had a year ago. Circumstances in my life changed resulting in me having to move and I live in the boonies, making it much harder for me to go to the gym as much as I want, shopping at a decent grocery store and of course, the wine doesn’t help either.

Hence, I decided to investigate some additional ways to help me get rid of this stubborn unwanted fat. For my fat loss, I decided to take advantage A package called the Total Body Bundle which combines both Slim Light Therapy and CoolSculpting to help sculpt and get rid of fat in those unwanted places. The Slim Light reduces the body fat, and CoolSculpting helps to contour.

Both are the latest trend aesthetic specialists are seeing as the new generation of treatments and procedures targeted toward the growing population of people looking for non-invasive ways to help address unsightly and unwanted extra fat.  I love that they can safely eliminate fat without the cost, downtime, and risk associated with surgery.

For those of you who are not familiar with these procedures or want to know more about them continue reading.

Banish The Bulge A Review On CoolSculpting And Slim Light LED Therapy

What The Heck Is Slim Light Therapy For Fat Loss
Slim Light Therapy which incorporates Red Light LED technology for non-invasive body fat loss, will basically reduce the fat by melting the fat cells. This type of therapy is based on over forty years of research starting with NASA experimentation and culminating with the aesthetic and orthopedic industries today.  Following the recent discovery that 635nm light influences fat cells, this innovative technology has created an explosion in the body sculpting industry.

The process also increases collagen and elastin in the skin while creating a slimmer appearance. ~Yeah, Barbie's Beauty Bits is all about this.

How CoolSculpting Can Help With Fat Reduction In The Body
Unlike the Slim Light method of fat reduction that uses heat, the CoolSculpting procedure cools fat cells to temperatures that trigger their natural death.  Those cells are then eliminated naturally by the body over the following weeks and months.  During the procedure, a non-surgical applicator delivers precisely controlled cooling to the treatment area to selectively target treated fat cells, leaving surrounding tissue such as the skin unaffected.

When Do You See Results?
Neither method shows immediate results as the body's own natural processes work to remove and dispose of the dead fat cells over time. And best of all, as a kid, we have all the fat cells we are going ever to have.  So, when we gain weight, we are not getting more fat cells in our body, they are just getting larger (and some can split into very overweight people). Because we do not grow new fat cells, the treated areas fat cells are gone forever with CoolSculpting!

Where Does The Fat Go From CoolSculpting & Red Light Therapy?
This is a question I asked as well. As I mentioned above our fat gets bigger and shrinks as we gain and lose weight. So, for the Slim Light Therapy, after the fat is released, it is broken down into free fatty acids and glycerol and enters the bloodstream. Once in the blood, the fatty acids can be either used as fuel or quickly eliminated by the body through your liver.

During the CoolSculpting procedure, a percentage of your fat cells (in the target treatment areas) are killed, allowing them to release the fat they have been storing, which is metabolized by the body over a few weeks and gone forever.

However, it's important to understand that neither of these procedures are for weight loss.  Both freezing & melting the fat cells naturally causes them to release their contents so they can be more readily burned off, when you are working out and or with your daily activity.  In addition to these procedures, you do have to eat right and exercise for optimum results.

Why Combine CoolSculpting With Slim Light Therapy
Both procedures offer different results, but combined together are supposed to be the cat's meow when it comes to fat loss, and this is why I decided to take advantage of the “Total Body Bundle Package” 

You start with the Slim Light Therapy first as it melts away the fat (but does not kill it), so when you follow up with the CoolSculpting, there is less fat to work with, so you will get better results quicker, and the cost is much less than if you just did CoolSculpting.  Also, CoolSculpting isn't designed to tighten and treat the skin; it just kills the fat dead. Hence, Slim Light therapy is paired with the CoolSculpting to help stimulate collagen production and improve the appearance of cellulite, helping you to reach your overall goal of total fat loss.

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Who Is A Right Candidate For CoolSculpting And Slim Light Therapy?
I will say that these procedures are not for everyone. They are geared towards people who are looking to lose stubborn fat that just won’t go away with exercise or diet: it's most definitely not an alternative to healthy weight loss.

My Fat Loss Journey
I am inviting you to join me on my fat loss journey. I recently started this treatment and will keep you guys in the loop on the procedures, behind the scenes, unedited photos, updates, CoolSculpting before and afters, Red Light Therapy for weight loss before and afters, and real results.

In the meantime, check out my video below on my first visit to Slim Silhouettes and my first red light therapy session.

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I am such a big fan of turmeric I first started out using it for inflammation when I hurt my back. But beauties let me tell this spice has some many benefits including skincare!

Turmeric has anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antibacterial, and antioxidant properties.  It is used to help heal and prevent dry skin, slow signs of aging, diminish wrinkles, and improve skin’s elasticity!  Wait, it does all of this… YES and more!

The Benefits Of Turmeric And Skincare

What Is In Turmeric That Is Good For You

Turmeric has been used in India for thousands of years as a spice and medicinal herb. The plant’s intense healing power primarily comes from Curcumin, its main active ingredient.  Curcumin is packed with anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory firepower that promotes an incredible range of healing benefits.  Although it only takes up 3% of the plant, companies will extract this and concentrate the compound into a nutritional supplement.

How Turmeric Can Benefit Your Skin
As mentioned above turmeric has some great antioxidant properties and this is why I love to implement it in my skincare routine.  Turmeric has many beauty benefits, for example...

• It is high in antioxidants that can slow down cell damage.
• It’s great to use to exfoliate the skin.
• Improves skin’s texture
• It helps with inflammatory skin conditions, such as acne, dry skin, psoriasis, and eczema.
• It helps reduce pigmentation and even out the skin tone.
• Great for anti-aging 

Turmeric DIY Face Mask
While there are tons of skincare products out there. I do like to make my own DIY mask with capsules, like those from Turmerical. One of my favorite Turmeric DIY skincare masks is the Yogurt, Honey, and Turmeric Face Mask.  See below how to make this awesome mask.

Ingredients 

1. One teaspoon of Turmeric 
2. Two tablespoons of Greek yogurt
3. 1/2 teaspoon of raw honey

• Combine the ingredients together in a small bowl.
• Stir until the ingredients are completely mixed.
• Apply the mask to your face using a soft brush. (A CLEAN old makeup brush works great)
• Relax and let the mask sit for 20 to 30 minutes.
• Rinse the mask off with warm water. 
• This can stain so be careful when preparing and using.

Other Uses Of Turmeric
Regular intake of Turmeric Curcumin has been scientifically shown to naturally reduce cholesterol and blood sugar levels, prevent deteriorative brain diseases such as Alzheimers and cancer, promote weight loss, improve digestive health, and significantly reduce chronic joint pain and Arthritis.  How can one supplement have such a powerful impact across such a broad range of health conditions?  The magic is in its life-altering anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties.

Here are a few other ways turmeric can help your body according to Turmerical.

• Increase brain function and lower risk of brain disease
• Lower your cholesterol and risk of heart disease
• Reverse aging and improve skin health with powerful antioxidants
• Reduce chronic joint pain and pain related to Arthritis
• Improve your memory
• Promote weight loss

PrettyLitter - Health Monitoring Cat Litter Delivered To Your Door Monthly

Being your resource for all things BEAUTYful, sometimes I share the BEAUTY with my Kitties, Miss Bella & Piper.  They love to see all the packages I get, and when one is for one of them, I know they are thinking…PURRfect, love it when you get us some goodies too! And with that, I am here to share with you my PrettyLitter review!

Yes, I have the word Pretty and Litter in the same sentence, which intrigued me as well.  It is because this product is Pretty Darn PAWesome.

Not only does it help with odor, but PrettyLitter's formula makes it easier for you to use and clean your litter box. Its highly absorbent silica gel crystals do not clump like traditional clay litter, but instead absorbs moisture, traps all odor, and eliminates the urine. That means less work, no odor and less mess and less danger on your kitty, as while scooping litter can be convenient, it can be potentially dangerous. Why?  Well, not until I received the PrettyLitter did I know that the bentonite which expands upon contact with moisture in traditional clumping litter can expand within your kitties’ digestive track. WTF? I never knew this.

Think about it, after your kitty is done doing his or her business, they step out of the litter box, lick their paws, and that clay they just licked and swallowed may expand within their digestive tract. But not with PrettyLitter as it uses non-clumping crystals that are safe for cats, even when they breathe or ingest it.

And if that is wasn’t good enough, another thing this crystal litter does is it monitors your cat’s health, by changing color!

PrettyLitter Changes Color Based On Your Cats Illness
When cats show pain, it is usually severe as cats are notorious for hiding illnesses, so it's often hard to tell if they are sick or in pain, and when they do it can be too late.

One thing that intrigued me about PrettyLitter is that the litter changes colors if there is a potential health issue! Which makes it easier for us fur mommies to know if our cat(s) are experiencing a potential health issue before urgent medical care is needed, saving you money, stress and potentially your cat's life. Keep in mind this litter is a tool that can provide potential insights into your cat’s health, IT IS NOT A MEDICAL DIAGNOSIS PRODUCT. So, refer to your vet as I AM NOT ONE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Potential health issues that can be associated with color change include:

Blue or Green + Alkaline
If the litter turns blue or reflects one of these colors, it can mean a high urinary PH which can lead to bladder crystal and stone formation and or certain types of urinary tract infections.

Orange Tones = Acidity
This color can mean your kitty has an abnormal acidity level, which may be a sign of metabolic acidosis or kidney tubular acidosis. Calcium oxalate crystals can be more likely to form in acidic urine, however from what I read acidic urine does not necessarily mean these crystals/stones are present, but it is the ideal environment for them to form.

Red = Blood
This could mean detection of blood in the urine, which may indicate Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disorder (FLUTD), bladder stones/crystals, kidney stones, bladder inflammation, certain types of kidney disease and clotting disorders. In rarer cases, it can also mean bladder cancer or an internal injury.

IMPORTANT
Sometimes the litter will turn a color temporary because of a new diet, changes in environment or temporary stresses that can make their way into a cat's urine, causing it to signal colors outside the normal range. Hence, according to PrettyLitter, if you see a color change, observe the litter over a 24-48-hour period. If the color change persists, consider taking your cat to their Veterinarian for a wellness visit.

 
Other Benefits Of PrettyLitter
So for you cat owners, if the above does not have you sold on this litter, there are a few more benefits of using this litter, see them below.

• Last Longer… A single 4-pound bag lasts you an entire month. Unlike clumping clay litters, PrettyLitter absorbs and then eliminates moisture which means you do not need to keep adding more litter to your kitties’ litter box.
• Delivered straight to your front door, every month, with FREE SHIPPING
• Litter being shipped is so convenient as hauling those heavy boxes of litter up flights of stairs is such a pain. Plus, how many times have you forgot to get the litter and stinky, mad kitties! Not anymore.
• Better Formula Than Traditional Cat Litter
• Less Scooping
• Less Dust And Mess
• 80% Lighter
• Safer
• No fragrance additives
• Save money
• Odor control
  

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Jelessi Torche Red LED Light Therapy Combined With Venofye Bee Venom For Younger Looking Skin

Looking for the ultimate non-surgical solution for younger looking skin, then do I have a skincare regimen for you. The beauty tool, the Jelessi Torche combined with Venofye Iron Bee Vemon transforming cream. This powerful combination helps to target fine lines, wrinkles and maturing areas of your face and neck.

Medically tested and NASA approved the Jelessi Torche uses red LED infrared technology to stimulate cellular activity to achieve Dr. office like benefits in the comfort of your home.  Unlike some other treatments out on the market, the Torches Red LEDs penetrate much deeper into the skin, which helps in producing cellular turnover, contributing to the production of collagen, resulting in younger looking skin.

You see as we age our collagen production slows down and our skin loses its tone resulting in those unwanted fine lines and wrinkles! Hence having a product at your fingertips is a benefit in my book.

So, if you want to find out how this fantastic Jelessi Torche can work for you, continue reading.

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What The Heck Is LED Red Light Therapy And How Does It Work

Now, before I get into the product, I think it is essential that you understand the benefits of LED red light therapy. 

LED In Skincare

Not to get too technical, but LED stands for Light Emitting Diode. These wavelengths, unlike some other wavelengths, are absorbed into the skin where it can heat and constructively impact the cellular process to target problem skin areas. Basically, this burst of energy triggers a response for your body, healing your skin from the inside out.  And no worries, unlike sun rays this has no harmful UV elements as red-light therapy uses light energy which cannot ionize the cells and will not cause them to alter, mutate or change; it is non-evasive anti-aging treatment.

Benefits Of LED Red Light Therapy

While I touched briefly at the beginning on the benefits of RED light therapy, to recap red light therapy can be used to...

• Increase circulation, which helps to deliver oxygenation and nutrients to the skin, resulting in the production of collagen and elastin, the proteins that make the skin supple and soft.
• The red rays penetrate deep into skin’s layers – more profound than any other colors.
• Reduce skin inflammation.
• Decrease the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
• Speeds up the process of skin cell reproduction and healing.
• Enhance the effects of your skincare products, by speeding up the absorption process and penetrating them deeper into the skin where it needs to be to work.

Review Of The Jelessi Torche And How To Use It

Now that you understand the benefits and what the heck red light therapy is and how it can benefit you, let's get into the product, so you too can benefit from Jelessi Torche.

The Torche will help you to achieve a visible improvement in the skin in about 3-5 weeks. (I will be doing a follow up to share my results). Using the breakthrough dermal heat and inferred red LED light, the Jelessi helps stimulate blood flow to targeted areas enabling users to achieve a more flawless, rejuvenated appearance instantly.

Redness Is Hightlighting The Area's Of Treatment, This Redness Is Not The Result Of Using The Device

Treatment
The treatment is simple, and this device focuses on three areas, the face, forehead and around the eye area. However, you cannot use this on your eyelids.  Suggested treatment is about 2-3 times per week.

Step 1: You want to start with a clean DRY face.
Step 2: Remove the Torche from its charging device, turn on it on and press the heat button to prepare it for treatment.
Step 3: Place the device on your skin, it will automatically turn on with contact with the surface, and it will gradually heat up to 105 degrees.
Step 4: Glide the device along the areas of most concerns in soft circular motions, with light pressure. For me, this is my laugh lines, the 11’s between my eyes, premature wrinkles on the forehead, and fine lines around the eyes.
Step 5: You want to use the device for a total of 5-7 minutes on each troubled area. So, in total about 15-20 mins. Depending on what you need to focus on. Once you are finished, you want to turn the device off.
Step 6: Complete with your favorite moisturizer and in my case my bee venom product from VenoFye, see details below on this product below.
Step 7: Clean the device. To ensure the longevity of the device proper cleaning is essential.  The Jelessi Torche comes with a cleaning cloth to cleanse and make sure to return the device to charging port after every use.

IMPORTANT CLEANING TIPS: 
While they do suggest, you can clean the surface with a slightly damp alcohol pad to remove oils and prevent a build-up. You do not want to clean the device with any liquid or fluid to avoid the risk of electric shock.

What To Expect During Treatment
I am not discussing the benefits here, as this is more of the experience while using the device.

• When starting you may feel a warm sensation, this is normal and should subside within an hour after the session.
• Mild Redness: After each treatment, you may notice some redness, I did.  However, if you experience any discomfort or skin redness that last for over 24 hours, discontinue use.
• Noise: This kind of freaked me out as I did not notice this at first in the instruction manual. But you will hear a fan noise that turns on and off during the treatment.  It is a safety feature that helps to regulate the skin temperature during use.

Post Treatment With Venofye Iron Bee Transforming Cream

In conjunction with the device moisturizing is essential.  I am a major fan of Bee Venom skincare products. My all-time favorite is the Venofye line. Hence after using my Torche, I apply Iron Bee Transforming Cream from Venofye. This cream helps to rev up and restore a more youthful suppleness to my skin.

I like that it is lightweight, and not only does it have the effects of real Bee Venom, it also combines Vitamin A Retinyl Palmitate with a plethora of anti-aging botanicals that will leave your skin looking and feeling smoother, softer and more resilient.

So, as you can see the application of RED LED therapy can be very beneficial to the skin, which is probably why it is one of the top treatments for aging skin. Combine that with the effects of bee venom and you are on your way to a more youthful complexion.

Disclaimer
Lastly, I am not a trained medical professional. This device was sent for me to review. So, for those of you have any skin issues, such as systemic lupus, polymorphic light eruption, history of light triggered seizures, going under radiation, chemo, etc. you should not use this product. If need be consult a professional prior to using.