Banana Boat Natural Reflect Sunscreen Review & Giveaway

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I am fair skinned, blonde hair, blue eyed and have freckles. I think it's safe to say I NEED sunscreen! As I've gotten older I have become more conscious about wearing it even when I think I won't need it. That's why I am so happy I have Banana Boat!

I have been using Banana Boat for years. It is the only brand I like to use. From review I received 3 Banana Boat Natural Reflect sunscreens. I received one regular, one for kids and one for babies.

This is Banana Boat's newest line of sunscreens. Natural Reflect lotions offer sun protection using naturally sourced sunscreen actives that reflect UVA and UVB rays. It underwent extensive testing in seven real life conditions. Those conditions were sun, pool water, ocean water, wind, sweat, sand, and even 100 degree heat! All of that to ensure sun protection.

I am in all of those conditions. We have a boat and we have a pool on base, that covers all of them. So, I tested them all myself. I used the baby Natural Reflect, my kids used the kids and my husband used the regular. It passed the test on all levels. None of us got burnt and the sunscreen held up.

Here is a little about each of the sunscreens I received.

Banana Boat Sunscreen Natural Reflect Lotion SPF 50+

• Dermatologist tested
• Gentle on sensitive skin
• Suggested retail price: $11.49 for 4oz. tube

Banana Boat Sunscreen Kids Natural Reflect Tear-Free Sting-Free Lotion SPF 50+

• Pediatrician tested
• Hypoallergenic
• Won't run into eyes
• Suggested retail price: $11.40 for 4oz. tube

Banana Boat Sunscreen Baby Natural Reflect Tear-Free Sting-Free Lotion SPF 50+

• Pediatrician tested
• Fragrance-free
• Hypoallergenic
• Mild on baby's delicate skin
• Suggested retail price: $11.49 for 4oz. tube

Overall, I am very happy with Natural Reflect. I protects the ways I need it to and let's my family and I have a great time. It's not greasy and the smell is pleasant. What more can you ask for!?

One of my lucky readers is going to win 3 Banana Boat Natural Reflect lotions! Good luck!

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Disclosure Statement: Banana Boat provided The Life Of A Coast Guard Wife this review & giveaway. I did not receive any monetary compensation for this post. The Life Of A Coast Guard Wife is not responsible for prizes that do not arrive or are damaged in transit or anything that pertains to the prize except choosing and notifying the winner.

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Carmex Review & Giveaway

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I love being a Carmex blog squad member! Carmex is my little obsession! If you walk around my house, you see it everywhere! It is the only lip balm used in our house!

Summer is in full swing. Most people forget about their lips while they are out in the sun having a good time. I HATE having sun burned lips. It hurts and is no fun. Carmex always comes to my rescue! Now, they have a new awesome flavor, Pomegranate!

I was sent the new Pomegranate flavor to try along with five other amazing flavors! Original, lime twist, vanilla, strawberry and cherry. All are wonderful and have SPF15! No more sun burned lips for me! The Pomegranate flavor is great. It has a nice sweet-tart smell and flavor. Not too sweet at all. It goes on super smooth and feels so nice!

Along with all the Carmex, I also received a niffty bag! I call it my boat bag. Every time we go out on our boat, I take it with me to put all my stuff in. It can hold A LOT! It is strong enough to hold it all too! The handles are look like rope. It think it is the perfect boating bag! It would also be great to take out on the beach!

One of my luck readers is going to win the same thing I received! The Carmex 'boat' bag, and the 6 Carmex flavors including the new Pomegranate flavor! Good luck!

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Jenulence Review & Giveaway

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Even though the cooler weather is here, and the cold weather is on it's way, that doesn't mean that you have to stop worrying about the sun on your skin. Your skin can get damaged in the winter too! So, I've turned to Jenulence!

I received a jar of the Green Tea Sun Cream for review. I take skin care seriously being that I have fair skin. Which means that I have freckles and I will wrinkle faster than other people my age. I also have a very high risk of skin cancer. Doesn't this all sound wonderful!?

Well, the Green Tea Sun Cream has helped me out a lot. Not only is it a moisturizer, but it also has sun block in it! It is light and nourishing with a 10 SPF. That is perfect for putting under your makeup or anytime!

The cream is created with all natural ingredients such as Green Tea, Sesame Seed oil, African Shea butter, Coconut oil and St. John's wort oil. All of these oils are known to be natural sun blockers. Natural is the way to go!

The cream is pack with vitamins and antioxidants. Doesn't that sound like something you'd want to use. I love when I hear the word antioxidant! The cream will keep your skin moisturized under all makeup types! Not only does it keep your skin moisturized, but it also helps prevent sunburn, freckles, and wrinkles!

Jenulence also sells mineral makeup, other natural skin care products, men's products, items for bath and body, and handmade wooden sauna sandals! And for that person on your Christmas list that is hard to buy for, you can get them a Jenulence gift certificate!

You can find Jenulence on their website and also on Etsy! Please be sure to visit!

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RT #Win a jar of Green Tea Sun Cream  from @USCGWifey & @Jenulence #Giveaway ends 12/2 http://bit.ly/9e4s8e

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Summer in the South: 4TheBeach.com Review & Giveaway

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I LOVE finding a website that I can sit on for hours looking through all of the stuff I want to buy. When I ran across 4TheBeach, that's exactly what I did! This site is AMAZING! Anything you could ever want or need for the beach is all found on this one site!

For my review I was sent the ABO Gear Aerodome Tent. Okay, I have to admit, I am totally in love with this thing! I have fair skin and 2 little boys, so being out by the water in the sun all day really takes it's toll on us. With the dome, it solves that problem!

The Aerodome is a 5 in 1 deal! You can use it as a beach shelter, privacy cabana, overnight tent, kids play tent, or a fishing hut! It features: Shock-corded poles for easy set up, adjustable air vents to keep it cool, it's  8ft wide x 5ft high and weighs under 5 lbs, the door acts as ground sheet when in open position, it has a coated nylon shell with SPF 5 to protect from harmful rays, and it has sand pockets and stakes to secure in windy conditions!


I have already used the dome quite a few times. Not only my family, but our friends families have used it to. The other day when we went to the lake we had a small rain shower. Everybody started to put their phones and keys in the tent to keep them dry. I have enjoyed laying in the shade and reading while everybody else was out on the boat. 


This dome is a life saver for me! Everybody who sees it loves it and asks where they can get one! I direct them to 4TheBeach! They have lots of other products on the site too! Everything from beach chairs and beach bags, to towels and beach wear! 


Bought something you don't really like? No worries! 4TheBeach has a 30 day return policy! You can even track your order right from the site!


So, if you are planning a trip to the beach, lake, or river any time soon, I suggest you head on over the 4TheBeach and get everything you need to be ready!


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Deluxe Aluminum Hi Seat Chair Beach Chair AND a 

Baja Beach Umbrella with Sling Pack! Read about them HERE and HERE.

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