Luster Premium One Hour White Teeth At Home System

This really works!

the light gadget turns off automatically

even the batteries are included!

mini photo activating light tool just like at the dentist!

Up for review today is a super fantastic at home one hour teeth whitening system complete with a photo activating light gadget from Luster Premium One Hour White sent to me for my consideration from publicity.

I have to admit to being skeptical about using these at home whitening products because I tried them all! Mouthwash rinse, powders, pastes,you name it with bare or no results which made me splurge for professional whitening at my dentists office that finally gave me the results I wanted with PRO ZOOM whitening. That process was expensive, about $450 ( that's the price after insurance covered a percentage) and annoying as you have to sit in a chair with something shoved in your mouth for two hours without moving! To my surprise this convenient little kit actually works!  

Before I get to my results I want to mention that I had professional Zoom whitening done on my teeth at my dentists office about 4 years ago. Zoom is guaranteed to last for up to 5 years and my teeth are still pretty decent in color without stains or yellowing but they have been getting lack luster lately even with twice daily brushing and flossing. With any whitening system you always have to maintain dental hygiene on a daily basis and use some in between whitening kits at home to make your white smile last. After using Luster White this morning my teeth are brilliant! The same result experienced at the dentist except I had freedom of movement and the privacy of trying this in my girly panties at 8 am in the morning. This kit along with the cost makes this a superb product and I hope everyone has a chance to pick one up and try it for yourselves. Plus it's cruelty free! I contacted headquarters at  Dentovations to make certain there is no animal testing done.

You results will vary depending on what shade your teeth are at the moment. The darker yellow they are the more drastic your results will be. If you teeth are a decent white shade as mine then they will be more briiliant. Some product information from the manufacturer below before posting my own results.

LUSTER 1 HOUR WHITE:

Clinically proven to whiten up to 6 shades in 1 hour. Similar to professional whitening light technology.

• Zero tooth sensitivity
• Developed by dentists
• Safe on tooth enamel

Contains:

• Activating whitening light & stand
• Accelerator mouth rinse 8 oz.
• Super whitener .34 oz.
• Four AAA batteries
• Shade guide to measure results
• Instructional guide

100% Satisfaction Guaranteed.
3 easy steps to a brighter smile:

1. Rinse
2. Brush
3. Light (for 2 minutes)

Repeat steps 1-3 for up to one hour for desired results.
Store rinse and Super Whitener in a cool place away from heat..
© 2011 Dentovations Inc.

Pro: really whitens teeth, at home convenience, easy to follow instructions, affordable for everyone, kit comes complete with batteries, travel friendly, cruelty free, no pain, no gum discoloration, great for yearly maintenance

Con: requires patience, a little messy until you get the hang of holding the gadget, a tiny little sting felt on gums or if product touches lips, not much.

Tips:

Don't drink or eat any coffee, tea,wine, cherries, blueberries, chocolate or stain causing foods for at least 24 hours to maintain your results.

Don't drink or eat for at least two hours after using system

My results: This system made my own teeth a bright white, your results will depend on your own at the moment teeth shade. It took me about a little under an hour and I had to do 8 intervals in a row because my desired results were reached on the 8th try and I didn't have to do the recommended 10 to 20 intervals. I  felt no  pain other than an occasional momentary twinge for a few seconds and my lips were a little dry after because I forgot to apply Vaseline on them to protect them, my fault. It's a little annoying at first  because it's a new process and you need to put up with some minor drooling but I got better and faster with the applications after getting the hang of it. I used a paper towel under my mouth and above my chin to help with saliva flow and found a comfortable way to hold my lips under the gadget head to make it more comfortable. It comes with a color chart but i found the chart colors to be weird because even the lightest shade looked kind of gray. Even so I didn't feel the need to use the chart because I saw the results visibly and my teeth were 100% whiter and brighter. My only issue is that I can;t have my mid day espresso! I'm dying for java! Thank goodness I had a little coffee before starting Luster white this morning.

The Formula's: The first step rinse is easy to use without any strong tastes or stinging while the white on gel goes on without any pains and also easy to use.

The Light Activating Gadget: It's very comfortable to hold in your hand and you ca rest your mouth on the head to make it easier for you. It's about four inches in length and made of a sturdy plastic. The light is bright but bright enough to harm your face, gums or require you wear any goggles plus you get the batteries included.

How to use the kit:

You rinse your mouth with the first step rinse at the 10ml mark in the plastic cup that is provided. You do this for 10 seconds swishing the formula back and forth. Make sure not to swallow it.

Then you apply the super whitening gel which is packaged like a white out container, brushing each tooth you want whitened then repeating with another coat making sure not to touch the gums or mouth.

Then simply put the light gadget up to your mouth in front of your teeth and turn on the light switch. Now relax and the machine will shut off automatically after the two minute mark.

Repeat steps 1 through 3 again for about 10 to 20 times depending on how yellow your teeth are. You done! White teeth without the $600 price tag at the dentist.

You can maintain your white by using the system every 3 months or so and you probably wont need to do the full 20 times. The kit lasts about 20 intervals but you can purchase the rinse and gel refill separately at mass retail. You can also replace the bulb and batteries when they have run the course as it's easy to do and the how to is all listed in the guide book you get.

To sum it all up, this kit is a must have for anyone who needs to whiten there teeth and it's super affordable for all income levels. Even though it's easy to use and follow you have to be patient and have at least an hour of interrupted time. The best time would be early in the morning or before you go to bed at night. I was really skeptical but proven wrong and I'm really glad it's cruelty free because so many products like this on the market are tested on animals so this makes me feel good about using it. Luster White gets my full recommendation and a 5 starfish rating for visible results, affordable price, convenience, easy to use, and cruelty free. It's the best $40 you can spend on yourself to give you that added self confidence so you can feel free to smile away. Anyone tried this? I would love to hear your results. Stay beautiful! XOXO

Availability: Walgreens $39.99 Also  CVS, Duane Reade, Rite Aid

1 RATING=WORSE 5 RATING=BEST SUPER STAR=SUPER PRODUCT!

VISIBLE RESULTS:: 5 stars

GADGET W/FULL KIT:: 5 stars

EASE OF USE:: 5 stars

FORMULA:: 5stars

PRICE & VALUE:: 5 stars

OVERALL PRODUCT:: 5 star

Skechers Tone Ups Chalet Carve Sweater Boot

In keeping with the theme of fitness from my previous post I'll be reviewing these Skechers Tone Ups 'Chalet Carve' Sweater Boots which I received as a gift over the holidays. Between this gift and my Wii Fitness (which I'll be reviewing soon) I should expect to have rock hard gluts this summer!  FYI-Chalet Carve is the style name for this particular pair.When I first unwrapped the package and saw it was a fitness product my first thought was Oh great such fun sarcastically speaking of course but when I saw the booties I thought Okay I could be really styling in these! hey if they actually help you tone up and make you look good in the process all the better. Having worn these a few times, even in the house because they keep your feet snugly warm, I have to say I'm impressed. They are so comfortable making you feel like your  feet are walking on nice fluff clouds. Despite the bulky appearance they are featherweight and make no clogging sounds when walking, it literally feels like your walking on air. They give you a nice platform lift with a two inch heel, durably constructed and easy to get into with a very wide side opening. You even get a cute little Skecher logo key chain attached. Now for the most important part-What are these supposed to do for you?  Product info as listed from manufacturer is as follows,Smart fitness toning boot keeps you cozy and cool while helping strengthen muscles, promoting weight loss and reducing cellulite. Other features are:soft fabric upper, helps firm calves and glutes, 2" heel, cushioned insole and heel pad, elastic gore, multi-density EVA footbed for superior toning, synthetic lining and sole. It's too early for me to tell if they are really working but in any case there very comfortable & stylish. Let's hope they work. Anyone own a pair? I went online to search availability for you in this particular style plus the site I found is offering them at a wonderful discount. Feel free to shop around at other places where Skecher is sold.  Have a great weekend.Stay beautiful! XOXO

Availability:JC Penny $80 ( on sale $59 )

Healthy Diet Tips From Nutrition Twins

January is all about a healthy start to new eating habits and they had this helpful little segment on Good Day New York this week. I was waiting for them to add the video to the website before posting about it and it's up now so thought I would pass the information along to you guys. This segment is more about helpful hints to keep the weight off rather than a full blown dieting menu or starving yourself  plus they are very easy,  good for you tips to add to your daily routine. They also had a great segment on Live with Regis & Kelly but that video is no where to be found. A great hint from that segment which I find true is to eat an apple before your lunch so you'll eat less calories after wards. I'm hoping to do more posts on fitness & health so stay tuned and be healthy. Have a great weekend. Stay beautiful! XOXO

Below is a summary of tips that the Nutrition Twins talked about:

1.Don't skip carbs. Many people vow to do this thinking it's the answer healthy carbohydrates to give you long lasting energy and keep you lean and on track. Baked potato is great because super-satisfying and you get entire 5.3 ounce potato for just 110 calories. And 45% DV for vitamin C to help fight colds. Just watch you top it with--go for salsa, lemon and pepper, Mrs. Dash, nonfat greek yogurt or nonfat sour cream.
2. Focus on what you can/should eat, not what you shouldn't. Focus on eating FAT FIGHTIN' PHYTOCHEMICALS -so eat Berries, Blood Oranges, Red Grapes Japanese researchers may have identified an antioxidant found in certain fruits and vegetables that could fight fat in two ways. These contain an anti-obesity compound, the phytochemical C3G that was found to increase production of "weight loss" hormones in the body. (We'll go into description if time)
3.Choose the right snacks to outsmart hunger and to keep you on track. Instead of snacks that are full of air and high in calories and leave you hungry with a big waistline Go Pistachios-full of fiber and protein for satisfaction. They're "The Skinny Nut" -you get 30 nuts for 100 calories (most other nuts, get just half this many)BOWL OF PISTACHIO NUTS AND OTHER NATURAL SNACKS THAT FIT THE CATEGORY
4. ALLOW YOURSELF A SMALL PORTION OF A TREAT, so that you don't feel deprived. THIS WILL KEEP YOU ON TRACK or something that really feels like a treat but is healthy-any treat for roughly 100 calories, 4 Hersheys kisses, The 100 calorie muffins that we mentioned, hot chocolates, etc
5. A new way to think of exercise? Movement is the key-too many people make the mistake of thinking that even though they haven't exercised all year, now they need to start running for an entire half hour. This set them up to hate exercise and quit. Instead, the success story is one that is realistic, start by just being more active-try Walking 15 minutes out your front door and back or jump rope most important to make it routine. Eventually you'll get better and you can run.