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MORE LIPO-IN-A-BOX LOVE: Shapers & Bras & Face Cream Reviews!

You're about to see my boobies up close and personal-like.   The fact that  I'm posting a picture of this says a lot about the product.   If you're a WLS post-op, you know what I'm saying.  Boobies deflate.  They can be rolled up.  They droop.  It's not so pretty, except now they are:

(Oh come on, now.  Don't look so surprised.  
I direct/perform in a Burlesque Group for Pete's sake!)

You may recall that I wrote a review on Connie Elder's "Lipo-In-A-Box" line last week, and expressed my love for the giant box of shaper happiness that Connie had sent me.  Now often, it may seem that I gloat about EVERY product that is sent to me, but I have a "no bad reviews" policy, meaning, if you send me something to try and I don't like it, I will just NOT review it.  (I have no interest in spending time writing a negative review -  bleck, wasted time and energy. I'd rather just move on to the good stuff.)  I mention this only so you'll know that when I *do* review something, it's because I really like it - or in this case LOVE it.  And let me say it loud and clear:  I LOVE CONNIE ELDER'S PRODUCTS.

I'll be the first to admit that this is not the most delicate/girl-y bra I have ever seen, but when I spoke to Connie (the founder) on the phone, she said that this is one of the most popular bras in her Lipo-In-A-Box line and women rave about it.  Add me to that group, I LOVE THIS BRA.  

I'm wearing the Antoinette Bra here, and I personally think my boobies look FANTASTIC.  (Believe me, that is not a statement you would normally hear me make.)  From the website:

"Antoinette" offers the best of both worlds. You can feel like the beautiful woman that you are and have all the support you need.

This bra is constructed with 2 types of lace to offer you the best fit. The stretch lace on the upper cup offers you a custom fit, while the firm lace on the bottom provides support and shaping. Unknown to anyone is the hidden side panels for added support. The front section between your breast is constructed to separate and lift for the best fit with all fashions. The underband offers additional support and positioning. It is truly a comfortable underwire bra! The straps are rigid providing even one more area of support while meeting with the lace edge of the bra neckline. Antoinette is an excellent full coverage lace bra for everyday. You can always be elegant undercover.

I'm usually a girl who goes for the polka dots and leopard print, but I've been converted.  This nice nude-shade (heh) bra works under everything, and it's super-duper comfy.  Underwire?  You'd never be able to tell, it's THAT comfortable.

Now in addition to the bra, let's take a close-up of my face, shall we?  In particular, my forehead:

If you follow me on Facebook, you may remember that I had bangs cut a few months ago, and not because I thought bangs were hot.  I had them cut to camouflage the horrid tracks of time on my forehead.  It is a curse within the ladies of my family:  wrinkly foreheads.  It's just not pretty.  A furrowed brow in the Diva T family is not a pretty picture.  So take a good look at this photo.  Lines? Yes, but HUGELY reduced.  

I've been using the Underology Skin Care Line for the past two weeks, and I see a really remarkable difference in my skin.  I've never been a fan of heavy creams, and that's why I like this stuff so much. Lightweight, non-greasy, and quick-drying.  No stinky smells (I get wicked headaches from smelly stuff, so I was relieved I didn't have to deal with any smelly stuff when using this), and I noticed a visible difference after about a week.  Do I look 10 years younger?  Hell no, but my skin looks a LOT more refreshed and just FEELS better.  Here are the products I've been using religiously:

Eye Give Up :  for dark circles and puffy eyes (Uh, Hallelujah!)

Hydro-Xtreme Cream:  AM Moisturizer

PM Performance Cream:  PM Moisturizer

I'm telling you, this stuff is MAGIC.  I know everyone's skin is different, but as a dry-skin-fast-approaching-40-gal, this is like a little bit of a miracle in a jar for me.  LOVE.

I still have MORE stuff to review, but at this point, I think it's pretty certain that I'm a LIPO-IN-A-BOX Devotee.  The best shapewear that I've tried to date (and I've tried them all, and loved quite a few....this line is my FAVORITE).  Head on over to the website, and let Connie know that I sent you there.  We'll be an army of perky!  :)

SAUCY SAVANNAH REVIEW'S ACE'S ORGANIC SELF-TANNER!

Ya'll when I received this product, Ace's Organic Self Tanner in the mail to review, I was leery.  I've used self tanning products several times in the past and have never had good results. Either they left my skin streaked or a really unnatural color...yuck!  Being a Savannah gal, in this coastal area where gals wear sunny clothes all year long, my pasty skin needed help.  Well, here's the real honest scoop:  Ace's Organic Self Tanner is FANTASTIC.  I followed the directions exactly.  (I wanted to be fair to the product before I reviewed it!)  I am IN LOVE with this stuff!  My skin actually appears younger, smoother and with just a hint of color.  I know I can add more color to my skin by using again.  You gotta check this stuff out, honest!  Without all the dangers of the sun, I have a natural glow to my skin.  My co-workers asked me today if I had spent the week end at the beach!  HA....Thanks Ace's Organic Self Tanner!  MUAH!

FIND OUT MORE ABOUT ACE'S ORGANIC SELF-TANNER HERE!

CHECK OUT ERIK'S MOBILE SELF-TANNING SITE HERE!

9/27 RADIO PROMOTION: "HAIR & SKIN: IT'S THE PACKAGE YOU'RE IN!"

Taking care of your hair and skin is a priority during the weight loss journey. As you lose weight, your skin changes in LOTS of ways, and some post-ops experience temporary hair-thinning and loss, as well as dry skin. The 9/27 show themed “Hair & Skin:  It’s the Package You’re In!” focuses on products, services, and tips for keeping your WLS skin and hair in tip-top shape!  We’ve got some amazing show sponsors and prizes for you to call-in to win!  Keep the number handy:  347.857.2052. 

 

How to win: Listen to the show LIVE on Monday, 9/13 @ 7pm EST. When prompted, be the correct caller for that prize and win! Call-in # is 347-857-2052.Live chat opens 15 mins before the show starts. Also, keep your eye on Diva Taunia's Twitter Page @divataunia for special "secret" giveaways!   Here’s a list of sponsors and prizes – check back every day for updates!

SPONSORS & PRIZES:

 

www.nashuanutrition.com

PRIZE:  $50 Gift Certificate

Nashua Nutrition offers a comprehensive line of high quality nutritional products which are specifically formulated to meet the unique demands of both the pre-operative bariatric surgical candidate, as well as the post-operative bariatric surgical patient.  Our products provide a great tasting and convenient source of high protein, low carbohydrate nutrition in small serving sizes which are perfect after weight loss surgery.  Our high protein products range from puddings to hot soups and fruit drinks.  In addition, we also have several full lines of bariatric vitamins, minerals and protein powders that are designed to be easy on the digestive system and support maximum absorption.

 In addition to our bariatric specific products, we also have products that are ideal for the following diets:

Medically Supervised Diets
Low Calorie Weight Loss
High Protein Diets
Metabolic Syndrome
Liquid Diets
Diabetic Diets

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www.drdenese.com

PRIZE:  Skin Care Gift Basket!

Prize includes:  1) Resurface & Glow Treatment Face Wash 2) Pore Refining Toner  3) HydroShield Ultra Moisturizing Face Serum 4) Pro C Illuminating Cell Defense Pads 5) Advanced Firming Facial Pads 6) SPF 30 Defense Day Cream 7) Firming Facial Light Resurfacing Peel and 8) Firming Facial Age Corrector Cream!!!

From Dr. Denese:  Let me tell you a little bit about myself. I was born in Hungary and I started making beauty products when I was nine years old. Since then I earned my Ph.D. in Neuroscience and Neuropsychology in Budapest, Hungary; I won a Research Fellowship at Harvard Medical School; and I received an M.D. at Cornell University Medical College.

Through my training and medical practice, I have developed a vast body of knowledge about what your skin requires to look young and healthy and how to achieve it. My techniques have become known as "The Denese Difference". Not only do I use the most advanced active ingredients that have been clinically proven to work, I use far higher concentrations of them. Also important is that the active ingredients in each product are compatible with each other and that each product is designed to do only what it is intended for. What I offer is a scientifically proven system that helps your skin look its best.

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www.naturalselftanner.com

Erik Acevedo loves tanning. He is the president of Organic Mobile Tanning LLC:  Miami's only mobile tanning salon specializing in organic spray tanning.

With Ace Organic Self-Tanner, you can be assured that we have your health and skin in mind every time we make our lotion. As an Ntti Certified spray tanning tech, Erikis  a natural health practitioner specializing in skin care. Ace Organic self tanner will NEVER  cut corners or put anything in our products that will do your skin or body harm.

PRIZE:  (2) Bottle of Organic Self-Tanner!

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www.procellix.com

PRIZE:  3 Month Supply of Procellix!

Dermal Meds® has continued this story of discovery and passion for unlocking the power of nature through scientific advances to benefit humankind. Dermal Meds®, the leaders in the cellulite blocker PROCELLIX®, continues to develop breakthrough product formulations with new and existing natural ingredients, many that are clinically proven to deliver real skin care benefits leaving you with healthier-looking, beautiful skin. 

Dermal Meds offers the latest scientific advances in skin care. The technologies behind our offerings are the result of decades of research by some of the most sophisticated labs in the industry. We are firmly committed to providing the latest and most innovative products of the highest quality that have been proven effective by published scientific studies.

“Although diversification from our core business is a challenge for us, we have committed to applying our efforts for continuous development of our new technology to search for the answer in achieving and maintaining optimum health by bringing back the balance of body and mind. Modern technology provides us with more convenience, entertainment, and excitement in our daily lives, but it also creates negative factors through the cumulative effects of our demanding lifestyles, exposure to pollutants, and increased stress levels. ‘Health, Well-Being, and Preventative’ are the key words and focus for our new century.”

 

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SECRET TWITTER GIVEAWAYS !

www.theskinsociety.com

Natural cellulite treatment from The Skin Society!

PRIZES (RAFFLED) - (3) $50.00 GIFT CERTIFICATES! 

We are a group of Swiss scientist whom graduated from Swiss universities in the sixties with MD's and PhD's. We have been working together as research scientist for some of the largest pharmaceutical companies in Switzerland, and now offer our products online for you!  All of our products are developed for sensitive skin and they are hypoallergenic!

Follow @divataunia to find out how to win!

www.coromega.com

SECRET TWITTER PRIZE:  Coromega^® Omega3 90ct Coromega + Vitamin D in Tropical Orange!

A delicious tropical orange-flavored squeeze supplement that provides a daily dose of omega-3s with added vitamin D_3.  Coromega Omega3 + D₃ promotes calcium absorption and bone health with 1000 IU of vitamin D, while still providing all the benefits and essential nutrients of fish oil with 230 mg of DHA and 350 mg of EPA in each delicious squeeze pouch.

Follow @divataunia to find out how to win!

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9/20 @ 7PM EST : "FOR THE BOYS" PROMOTIONAL GIVEAWAYS!

CLICK HERE FOR THE RADIO SHOW PAGE!

Hey Hey!   The Backstage Pass Radio Program has a great promotion coming up on Monday, 9/20 @ 7pm EST for all the men in the WLS Community!  Our handsome fellas are image-savvy too, so we're going to be presenting some of the BEST products out there for our boys.   Winelover and Radio Rob will be reviewing some of these products, but you can try them yourself if you call-in to win!  Lots of great prizes will be added within the next week or so, so check back often.

Don't forget to call into the show live on Monday, 9/20 @7pm EST:  347.857.2052!

SHOW SPONSORS:

www.richardsolo.com

 

Prize: 3-in-1 Smart Groomer

Richard's Product Description: 

"I’ve always been intrigued by personal grooming devices. Maybe it’s just because as men get older, they grow more nose and ear hair — help! 

On the other hand, the trimming devices get better and better, too. As you might imagine, I have tried practically all of them, and I have spent a lot of years testing different ones, manufacturing some, and finally reaching some conclusions. 

This "three-in-one" unit featured here is one of the best, and here’s why: it is a really good nose hair trimmer. What does that mean? It cuts cleanly and quickly, and most importantly, without pulling your hair, or causing any discomfort as it works. For nose or ear hair, there really are none better than this one. And I’ve tried enough to know! 

But there is much more to this product! It is also a great moustache and sideburn trimmer. It easily trims your sideburns or moustache or beard edge. Your time spent cutting is minimized because it works well. Clean trimming is a snap. 

That alone would distinguish it from the competition, but it is also a really nice little shaver! The shaver blade screen area is small. You are not going to replace your regular shaver, but it is very good as a touch-up shaver. So, use the trimmer to do your sideburns or moustache, and when you see a spot you missed when shaving, you can shave the additional missed area easily without changing instruments! 

It is easy to switch between the three modes. The slide-switch easily selects which end of the instrument is turned on, and the sideburn trimmer slides out with a push. 

In summary, this is the best personal grooming accessory I’ve ever used, and at a price that is surprisingly reasonable! I think you will like it as much as I do." — Richard

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www.nuwaveoven.com

Prize: Your Own NuWave Oven!

The NuWave Oven removes up to 250% MORE fat drippings!  By combining the power of conduction, convection, and infared cooking, the NuWave Oven cooks food thoroughly and quickly.  The patented 3-way cooking allows meats to be moist and succulent, but also crisply browned.  Read the customer testimonials HERE!   NuWave Certified Executive Chef Jennifer Epker Dawes will be on the show to let you know how you can incorporate healthy living and eating into your life with the NuWave Oven!

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www.groominglounge.com

 Prize: $50 Gift Certificate to the Grooming Lounge Website!

Discount: 10% using DIVAT

The Grooming Lounge was launched in 1999 by two gents with a lifetime of experience in the men's grooming and fashion industry. After serving as the "un-official grooming gurus/suppliers" to their regular-guy buddies for years, the duo decided to make it official by creating a grooming brand incorporating stores, a web site, a catalog and custom-blended grooming products. Now led by Co-Founder Michael Gilman and the company's team of Grooming Experts, the Grooming Lounge is committed to setting a new standard in the industry by making men feel "like kings" via the best in customer and technical service.

Whether a man is looking for a new shaving regimen, a hair product, a skincare solution or a way to deal with an embarrassing problem, the Grooming Lounge can help.

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 www.famousdavestanner.com

 Prize: (2) Full Size Bottles of "The Standard" Self Tanner w/Applicator Mitt!

As seen in Cosmo magazine - works great on Men and Women!
Famous Dave's Self Tanner is also fragrance-free. Added fragrance amplifies the odor of DHA. Being fragrance-free virtually eliminates the smell on your skin, clothes, and in your bed! And because Famous Dave's Self Tanner is loaded with natural lubricants and moisturizers, you will experience smooth, even rub in-especially right after a shower.  This is Diva Taunia's all-time favorite self-tanner! 

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Prizes (3):

BLUE CIRCLE CROSS CUFFLINKS

TRINITY! THREE COLORED BLUE / TURQUOISE CUFFLINKS

COLORFUL ABALONE SHELL (RECTANGLE) CUFFLINKS

High quality cufflinks are essential accessories to a stylish finishing touch. Whether shopping to add exciting new designs to your collection or shopping for that special gift for him, we offer an exciting selection of men's cufflinks at prices to suit every budget.

We specialize in stylish cufflinks of various designs and materials for all occasions, be it weddings, graduations or board meetings. Check out our silver cufflinks or any other colors of your liking, and also our selection of novelty cufflinks for those who like something funky and trendy.

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www.OKeeffesCompany.com

PRIZE:  O'Keefe's 3-Step Process For Healing Dry, Damaged Skin System!

• O’Keeffe’s® for Working Hands: The hand cream that really works!  O’Keeffe’s for Working Hands is designed to effectively relieve dry hands that crack and split.  The odorless, concentrated formula stimulates the skin’s natural repair process by hydrating skid, adjusting pH balance and retaining moisture.  It is chemically different than any other hand care products.  A difference you will feel within days.  O’Keeffe’s for Working Hands is available in a 3.4 oz. jar and 3 oz. tube.

• O’Keeffe’s® Healthy Feet:  O’Keeffe’s for Healthy Feet is designed to effectively relieve dry feet that are callused and have cracks and splits.  The odorless, concentrated formula helps to remove dead skin cells and absorbs easily through the thick skin layers on feet.  The breakthrough formula also protects against often painful foot friction.  This product is recommended by Podiatrists and Diabetes Educators.  O’Keeffe’s for Healthy Feet is available in a 3.2 oz. jar.

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SECRET TWITTER GIVEAWAY!

TO FIND OUT HOW TO WIN THIS YUMMY TUB OF CELEBRATE ENS CAKE BATTER PROTEIN SHAKE, GO TO:

www.twitter.com/divataunia

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AUGUST 2nd: DIVA GLAM REVIEW SPECTACULAR!

 

The Diva Glam! Squad was just announced this morning, and we're kicking things off by doing a HUGE, SPECTACULAR promotion giveaway on The Backstage Pass Radio Program on Monday 7/19 & 7/26! 

Find out about some amazing Diva Glam! products out there - for every shape, size, background, and style.  The Diva Glam! Squad will be reviewing these great products and to make it even more amazing, our sponsors are also giving away TONS of great prizes.  Check back often for updated sponsors and prizes, and please visit their websites to help support these great shows!

How to win:   Listen to the show LIVE on Monday, 7/19 & 7/26 @ 7pm EST.  When prompted, be caller # 3 for that prize and win!  Call-in # is 347-857-2052.  Listen live at www.backstagepassradio.com.  Live chat opens 15 mins before the show starts.  Also, keep your eye on Diva Taunia's Twitter Page for special "secret" giveaways!

DIVA GLAM! SPONSORS & PRIZES & SPECIAL OFFER CODES:

 GIVEAWAYS AND REVIEWS FOR MONDAY, 08/02/10:

 

www.baghaus.com

Baghaus.com is the premiere shopping destination for stylishly chic purses and handbags. From the pages of People Style Watch to Cosmo, trend spotters and fashion provocateurs alike are buzzing about our incredible selection. Whether you're a designer handbag girl who wants to test out a trend before deciding on a big splurge, or you're a fashionista who prefers to shop for fabulous steals - Baghaus has the right bag just for you.

PRIZE:   FREE Lea Michelle Bag (pictured above, your choice of color)

REVIEW:  Amazing Aimee will be LIVE on the show to review this bag!

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Esty Shop:  Clementiny Clothing! All of her items are completely hand made by me using only 100% re-purposed and recycled materials. Most of what Kar uses is vintage as well, and there is nothing better than being able to make something beautiful out of something someone else thought was useless!! 

All of Kar's items are completely hand made by me using only 100% re-purposed and recycled materials.

PRIZE:   FREE CUSTOM-MADE PIECE by Kar for YOU!!

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Curvysea.com is different; we offer you tummy control solution with our unique trendy swimwear (Curvysea® brand), flattering one piece swimsuit or two piece swimsuit includingtankinis, skirtinis, swimdresses, plus size swimwear from size 12-22 (US)/ 14-24 (AU,UK), plus a limited selection of other brands for plus size bathing suits such as Rocket Paradise and Wahine. Our selection of women's lingerie, which includes sheer babydolls, chemise sleepwear, medium and long nightgowns in size 1X-3X, is stylish, elegant and sophisticated. The stylish plus size bathing suits, plus size swimdresses and plus size skirtinis provide comfort and are flattering, plus they come with quality assurance. The lingerie is of high quality but at affordable price.

PRIZE:   G

ift Certificate of AUD$65.00! (On Curvysea brand swimwear or lingerie only :)

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SECRET TWITTER GIVEAWAY!!

 

Last week, Antonia from the Weight Loss Surgery Foundation of America let us know that Dr. Connie Stapleton donated a copy of her book "Eat it Up!" for a lucky listener!  Follow @divataunia to find out how to win this secret Twitter giveaway!

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PRIZES THAT WERE GIVEN AWAY ON the MONDAY, 7/19 SHOW:

(Listen HERE for the archived show!)

 www.mineralhygenics.com

Mineral Hygenics uses natural ingredients to develop superior cosmetics that meet and exceed customer expectations - they will never compromise on quality.  Before customers even use a product, Mineral Hygenics wants you to feel comfortable knowing that their products were developed with care and reason, with quality as the focus!

PRIZE:   FREE Mineral Hygenics Starter Kit!
DISCOUNT:  10% off using "DIVAT"

 

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Barefoottess.com has a mission: to provide the best in footwear — be it a $15 flip-flop or an $800 boot to large-footed, fashion-conscious women everywhere. Tess's love of fashion has never been about how much something costs, what size it is or who designed it. It’s about style, and style shouldn’t stop at size 10.

PRIZE:   $100.00 Gift Certificate to www.barefoottess.com.
DISCOUNT:  20% off using "DIVAT"

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pin-up-cosmetics.com

Pin Up Cosmetics is a cruelty-free company, and they carry natural and vegan cosmetics. Pin Up Cosmetics products are handmade in small batches to assure your product is fresh.  Our lip gloss, lip balms and mineral eye shadows are free from, carmine, parabens and FD&C colors. Designed to take you from day to night effortlessly. From deeply pigmented shades for evening to sheer color for day; define eyes, lips & cheeks with rich luster and glamour while providing a natural approach to your makeup application

PRIZE:   $25.00 Gift Certificate
DISCOUNT:  30% off using "DIVAT"

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 www.divainpink.com

Diva in Pink:  if you love the color pin, then this site is for you!  

We carry a lot of different items from many fashion and jewelry designers. All items are unique and some items are sold exclusively in our store. Make sure you check out these one of a kind gems. Our inventory is always changing so check back often.  

A percentage of the proceeds from every item sold on divainpink.com will be donated to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation...all year long.

PRIZE:   Trio of Flowers Necklace:  

http://divainpink.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=29_36&products_id=49&osCsid=e902dc9318bf13115b9b58c80488f025

***SECRET TWITTER GIVEAWAY!!!!    Follow @divataunia to find out  how to win this necklace!!***

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 www.divasandgoddesses.com

Divas and Goddesses is an online boutique of classy and beautiful intimate apparel, swimwear, and costumes ranging in sizes from small to 6X.  Bustiers, Corsets, Garters, and Hose...delighting Divas down to their toes!

PRIZE:   $50.00 Gift Certificate to http://www.divasandgoddesses.com/
DISCOUNT:  10% off + FREE SHIPPING using "DIVAT"

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PRIZES THAT WERE GIVEN AWAY ON the MONDAY, 7/19 SHOW:

(Listen HERE for the archived show!)

THE FRESH DIET:  delivers 3 freshly prepared gourmet meals and 2 snacks right to your doorstep,daily. It's like a gourmet chef cooked your meals in your own kitchen. 

GRAND PRIZE: ONE MONTH FREE!  PREMIUM ACCOUNT!
 

 SECRET GIVEAWAY:  Follow @divataunia and @freshdiet for secret giveaway info on Twitter!
 

DISCOUNT:  $29.99/DAY - PREMIUM ACCOUNT - USE "DIVAT" 

www.thefreshdiet.com

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Desire4mo.com:  Kim offers super-sexy shoes, lingerie, and clothing in both regular and plus sizes - something for everyone!  

 

PRIZE:   $50.00 Gift Certificate to www.desire4mo.com.

DISCOUNT:  10% off using "DIVAT"

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Dolce Mia Divas:  Based in Sonoma County, Dolce Mia is a family-run business producing lotions, soaps, stationary and gifts. Known for its fun vintage-inspired packaging and graphics, Dolce Mia offers high quality gifts that speak to a love of all things retro.

PRIZE:   Bomblicious Cupcake Bath Fizzle and Dolce Mia Soap

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Naturesboundaries.com products are made with certified organic ingredients, and offer an extensive line of natural skin care, cosmetics, pregnancy and baby care, and bath and body products.  Something for every Natural Diva!

PRIZE:   $25 Gift Certificate to www.naturesboundaries.com.
DISCOUNT:  15% off plus FREE SHIPPING on orders of $50 of more using "DIVAT"

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subtle-essence.com Looking to embrace your senses...Waiting to captivate your mind...Indulge yourself in the essence of fragrance...

Subtle Essence is an innovative natural line of hair & skin care products for you the mind, body and souuse all natural vegan butters, oils, warm fragrances and a subtle tenderness in each product.

Visit us online at www.subtle-essence.com or contact us at 202-257-2805.

PRIZE:  Subtle Spa Basket - includes Exotic Body Butter, Bath Butter, Sugar Scrub 
 & spa accessories from subtle-essence.com!

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 EQUMEN.COM enables men of the world to be at their best. Using the latest high performance athletic technologies, our precision-fit seamless compression wear is engineered to optimise and energise the body, from street to sport, work to weekend.

PRIZE:   $100 Gift Certificate to www.equmen.com
DISCOUNT:  TBA using "DIVAT"

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EARTHDIVACOSMETICS.COM offers and exclusive line of 100% mineral make-up and vegan, cruelty-free brushes.  All of their natural beauty products are organic and certified vegan.

PRIZE:   $25 Gift Certificate to www.earthdivacosmetics.com
 
SECRET TWITTER GIVEAWAY!  FOLLOW @DIVATAUNIA TO FIND OUT HOW TO WIN!

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INTRODUCING: THE DIVA GLAM! SQUAD

If you're reading this, you probably already know that The Backstage Pass Radio Program is THE place to be on Monday nights for some seriously kick-ass Diva product giveaways.  What you may not know is that there's now a Diva Glam! Squad.  That's right:  a team of women and men - all different shapes, sizes, backgrounds - to help review the fabulous "glam" beauty, fashion, skin and hair care, and accessory products out there!

The promotions have become so successful that we've now branched out to a "team," to help find products for everyone.  Meet the new Diva Glam! Squad:

DIVA TAUNIA is the host of The Backstage Pass Radio Program.  As a gastric bypass post-op who's lost over 160 lbs, she celebrates her new post-op life and image, and is on a quest to find the most rockin' beauty products out there.  In addition to her gig as a radio host, she's also a professional jazz vocalist and the Vice President of Public Relations for the Weight Loss Surgery Foundation of America.  She's also engaged to be married this winter,and is always on the lookout for great Diva Bridal items.  Lots of reasons to find some amazing "Diva" products out there to introduce to her listeners!

As a weight loss surgery advocate, Taunia also features products that help make men and women feel attractive after surgery.  With a special focus on skin and hair care, makeup, and fashion trends, she knows her demographic of listeners are on the lookout for the best products and websites out there to help them celebrate their new image, and she brings those products direct to the listeners.

As a professional vocalist and musician, Diva Taunia looks for the best products out there to help enhance her stage and recording career.  Have a music-related product that you think she'd love?  Send it her way for review!

Additionally, as a self-employed-working-from-home stepmom, she's also ALWAYS on the lookout for products that make her home-life easier as well, because the easier home life is, the more Diva-fied she can get!  For more information about Diva Taunia, please visit her website at www.divataunia.com.

DIVA GLAM! STATS:

Age:  38
Height: 5'7"
Size:  medium-ish
Shoe:  8
Hair:  Blondissime!  Bottle blonde, baby!
Eyes:  One brown, one hazel 

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CYN CITY is a unique blend of conservative AND funky.  By day, she plays it conservative as she works in education.  By night, she's a super-sassy vixen!  Either way, this curvy Asian woman likes cuts that flatter her curves, and show her feminine shape.  Bright colors, sexy cuts, and super-high heels are what define Cyn City's personal style.  Accented with funky jewelry and accessories, her eye-catching style and exotic looks make her a stand-out!.  She's youthful, fun, and flirty!

DIVA GLAM! STATS:

Age:  32
Height: 5'5"
Size:  16/18 or 1x/2x
Shoe:  9
Hair:  Black
Eyes:  Brown

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SASSY SUZ is our bombshell babe!  With an hourglass figure that is a throwback to the retro-pinup era, most women would kill for her curves!  Sassy Suz is a casual girl at heart, and she HATES to iron or dry-clean anything.  Easy wash and dry care is what she looks for in her fashion choices, unless she's dolling up for an event, and then you'll see her work an evening dress like nobody's business!  She's tall, sassy, and sexy!

DIVA GLAM! STATS:

Age:  37
Height: 5'10"
Size:  10 or 12
Shoe:  11
Hair:  Black
Eyes:  Hazel

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AMAZING AIMEE is our classic and sophisticated-style go-to gal.  With her long, curly hair, pale skin, and classic beauty, she brings well-made and tailored clothing to life.  As a graphic designer, she understands the importance of visually appeal, and she invests in well-made classic basics like a crisp white shirt or a great leather bag,  and fills-in seasonally with trendier items.  Amazing Aimee LOVES to accessorize, jewelry, purses, belts, scarves, shoes, bags:  they all immediately transform a wardrobe from eh, to amazing!

DIVA GLAM! STATS:

Age:  41
Height: 5'6"
Size:  22/24 or 2x/3x
Shoe:  9
Hair:  Black
Eyes:  Green

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SWEET SIOUX is a landscape architecture student AND a professional chef, so she knows how to cook in and out of the kitchen, and has an eye for design!  She comes from a family of artists, and has a unique appreciation for color, trends, and beauty - especially in the world all around us. She's drawn to the retro-leopard print look, and she'd steal the spots right off a leopard if she could!  Also, because of her love of landscape, she's also drawn towards beauty from the earth: earth tones in her wardrobe styling and in her natural-look makeup.

DIVA GLAM! STATS:

Age:  44
Height: 5'5.5"
Size:  14/16 or 1x
Shoe:  9.5
Hair:   Red
Eyes:  Green

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BRENDA STAR is one of our fitness enthusiasts, living an active lifestyle and juggling the many roles she plays in her life:  careerwoman, wife, mother.  She finds balance through fitness, and is happy when she's getting dirty camping, fishing, or any other outdoor activity!  She likes fashions that support her healthy lifestyle, and help her feel trendy and youthful during her busy day.  She wants to find great activewear made for women, but with a youthful style!

DIVA GLAM! STATS:

Age:  37
Height: 5'8"
Size:  6 / 8
Shoe:  8
Hair:   Brown
Eyes:  Brown

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CAREYLICIOUS is a NYC vocalist and voice teacher.  She runs so she can eat, and she will sing for her supper (or product)!  You will usually find her in running clothes, leggings or shorts and flip flops, and her makeup routine consists of moisturizer, chapstick, and WAY too much mascara.  She loves things that smell like grapefruit or honeysuckle, and fake tanner has changed her life.  She also loves the va-va-voom look for onstage, and hopes that she's inherited her gorgeous 94 yr old grandmother's anti-aging genes!

DIVA GLAM! STATS:

Age:  33
Height: 5'2"
Size:  4/6 Petite
Shoe:  6.5
Hair:   Brown
Eyes:  Green

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MAMA MONIQUE is a mom, daycare owner, and currently pregnant mama-on-the-go!  She likes to change-up her style on a weekly basis:  one week you'll see her in a weave, the next week with braids.  She loves being versatile, and finding colors and styles that compliment her gorgeous mocha-colored skin.  As a pregnant gal, she has a unique perspective on current maternity trends, and looks for maternity and plus size fashions that don't break the bank.  And pregnant doesn't mean frumpy, this mama is full of sass!

DIVA GLAM! STATS:

Age:  35
Height: 5'8"
Size:  16 / Maternity
Shoe:  9.5
Hair:   Black
Eyes:  Brown

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SAUCY SAVANNAH is a southern gal who loves the slow, southern style and snappy urban fashions.  Like Diva Taunia, she's also a weight loss surgery post-op celebrating her new life and new figure!  She's a Southern Belle by day and Cat on a Hot Tin Roof vixen by night!  She dresses whatever the part calls for, but glamour and getting dolled-up is her favorite way to celebrate her new image.

DIVA GLAM! STATS:

Age:  48
Height: 5'3"
Size:  2/4 pant, 6/8 all others
Shoe:  8
Hair:   Blonde
Eyes:  Hazel

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WINELOVER is a duodenal switch post-op weight loss surgery patient who has lost over 160 lbs and has not stopped moving since.   His life is now full of activity and although he spends most of his spare time in athletic sportswear he enjoys getting dressed up for a night on the town with friends.   His fashion style is classic - modern and enjoys anything from jeans to a tux for a formal event.   Being a 4 time marathon runner has taken lots of training and discipline that has afforded him meeting many great new friends and loads of  things to celebrate and socialize about.   Beyond running he enjoys electronic gadgets, wine and expanding on his home barista skills at the espresso machine.

Age: 41
Height: 5'10"
Size: 32/32 Pants - Medium Shirts
Shoe: 10
Hair: Sexy Salt & Pepper!   grrrr
Eyes:Hazel

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RADIO ROB can be heard regularly as the co-host of The Backstage Pass Radio Program.  He's a motorcyle ridin', tattoo-lovin' biker dude, but he's also very interested in looking sharp, a well-dressed man. While he often looks for gear and clothing that he wear when riding, he also likes to get dressed up and look slick, so he's always on the lookout for the best new products out there for men.  He's also Diva Taunia's fiance, and although he's never had weight loss surgery himself, he's very supportive of the community and would be happy to help represent the male perspective.

Age: 37
Height: 6'
Size: 36 Pants - XL Shirts
Shoe: 10
Hair: Black
Eyes: Brown

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