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BONUS Day #26 Joyful Bath Company Giveaway

September 26, 2009 By Kelli 90 Comments

THIS CONTEST IS NOW CLOSEDWelcome to BONUS DAY NUMBER TWENTY-SIX of the Back 2 School Blog Bash 2009 – 30 Days of Giveaways, at 3 Boys & a Dog!

* I did not review this product. This post was provided by Rochel at The Joyful Bath Company. *

Joyful Bath Co’s “Bath Variety Six Pack” is a great introduction to their signature line of luxurious, therapeutic bath salts blends. Includes 2 oz. packets of Citrus Buzz, Ginger Snap, Green Tea Glee, Mellow Yellow, ‘Nilla Buttermilk and Oatsy Floatsie. Use them as they are or mix and match them to create your own custom bathing experience.

Pure, natural and healing-Joyful Bath Co. bath salts are made with simple, natural ingredients sourced from around the world. Specially chosen for their exceptional quality and therapeutic properties, mineral-rich salts from the Mediterranean and Dead Seas mix with good things like honey, buttermilk, ginger root, green tea, oats, coconut milk and pure essential oils.

Joyful Bath Co. never uses synthetic fragrances, parabens, animal testing, preservatives, artificial colors or dyes. For more information: http://joyfulbathco.com

Don’t forget to go back to the main post to learn how you can win one of the following prizes:

Seagate 500 GB Drive

Casio Baby G Timepiece

Roxio Photo Show 1 Year Membership!

http://momof3boys3702.blogspot.com/2009/07/back-2-school-blog-bash-2009-month-of.html

Now, on to how you can win THIS prize: Bath Salt Variety Pack

REMEMBER: All Back 2 School Blog Bash Giveaways are open to USA and CANADA!

REQUIRED: Look around the site and tell me what you have fallen in love with!

Other bonus entries:

#1. Spread the word about this review by: email, forums, blogging, twitter, Digg, or putting the link in a meme. (one entry per thing done)

#2. Follow my blog.

#3. Subscribe to my RSS feed.

#4. Follow me on Twitter

#5. Fave me on technorati

#6. Put my button on your blog.

#7. Leave a comment on any other post (excluding giveaways!)

Filed Under: Beauty / Spa Tagged With: B2SBB09, Back 2 School Blog Bash, Beauty / Spa, Giveaways

Softlips Lip Balm with SPF 20 Review & Giveaway

September 21, 2009 By Kelli 46 Comments

THIS CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED! THANKS FOR PLAYING!

Note: this review and giveaway is not part of the Back 2 School Blog Bash. This is open to USA only and will close at noon CST on Sept 25th!

New organic line Softlips PURE, 100% natural, USDA-certified organic expanded line with four new flavors: papaya, peppermint, acai berry and chai tea.

I was sent all the above Softlips “flavors” to complete a review! My favorite is the Pure Papaya.

Mom Says:

As you all should already know, I live in South Alabama. The heat, humidity, salt, wind, air conditioner, sun, and HEAT are unbelievable on skin and lips. I am going to let you in on a secret… I will go to bed with dry lips and wake up with split, bleeding lips! I am always on the look out for great lip conditioners and I don’t like to feel as if there is something on them. Aside from that, I am allergic to millions of things so it is hard to find products that I can actually use.

These feel really nice and light. They have a nice smell without being overpowering.

Just The Facts:

Softlips^® PURE is the line of premium organic lip conditioners designed with skin-conditioning ingredients to help keep lips soft, supple and healthy. Available in several flavors, Softlips^® PURE is USDA-certified organic and 100% natural. The premium, organic ingredients provide a silky-smooth, eco-friendly lip conditioner for softer, healthier lips. The product line also contains no animal by-products and is not tested on animals.

The product is mounted on recyclable packaging that is printed with vegetable-based ink.

Availability:

Softlips^® PURE lip conditioners are available in mass retail, supermarket and drug stores nationwide for the suggested retail price of $2.99 for the 0.07-ounce stick. The new flavors are on display now in the natural beauty section in select Target stores.

In addition to the popular pomegranate and honeydew flavors launched in 2008, Softlips^® PURE is now available in four new flavors – peppermint, acai berry, papaya and chai tea.

So, do you want to win all 6 flavors in the Softlips Pure line?

Here’s how:

REQUIRED: Take the Softlips personality test HERE, then come back and tell us your results.

Bonus #1: Follow Softlips on FaceBook be sure to leave me a comment saying you did this.

Bonus #2: Blog, tweet, email etc about this contest!

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Day #21 Yes To Carrots Giveaway 3 Winners!

September 20, 2009 By Kelli 119 Comments

Welcome to DAY NUMBER TWENTY-ONE of the Back 2 School Blog Bash 2009 – 30 Days of Giveaways, at 3 Boys & a Dog!

* I was not sent this product for review. The information was provided by Yes To *

Here at Yes To, we love to say YES!

We have created the perfect families of Paraben Free products especially suited to your face, body, hands and hair.

All of our Yes To products combine the fresh, unadulterated goodness of organic fruits and vegetables with the purifying and moisturizing properties of 26 minerals harvested from the ancient world’s most renowned spa- the Dead Sea.

For Normal to Dry Skin

Yes To Carrots is a complete family of skin and hair care products that combine the anti-oxidant power of Beta Carotene from orange organic fruits and vegetables, with Dead Sea Minerals.

So why Carrots? Well, you’ve probably heard your whole life that carrots are good for you. True as it turns out, in more ways than one.

When it comes to natural ingredients, carrots are the best known vegetable source of Beta-Carotene, a powerful anti-oxidant that helps reduce daily damage to your skin and hair.

Together with Dead Sea Minerals, Yes To Carrots is the perfect solution for normal to dry skin.

For Oily / Combination Skin

Yes To Tomatoes is a complete family of skin and hair care products uniquely combining red organic fruits and vegetables and Dead Sea Minerals.

So what’s so special about tomatoes? Well, in addition to their amazing skin-balancing properties, that gorgeous red color comes from Lycopene, a potent anti-oxidant, excellent at fighting free radicals.

Together with Dead Sea Minerals, this special combination not only promotes healthy skin, but also absorbs excess surface oils, perfect for balancing oily/combination skin.

For Normal to Sensitive Skin

Yes To Cucumbers is a complete family of skin and hair care products combining the refreshing, soothing and calming power of green organic fruits and vegetables, with Dead Sea Minerals.

Are Cucumbers really that good for you? The short answer is yes! Cucumbers are naturally hydrating, and are a fantastic source of both vitamins C and K.

Combined with Dead Sea Minerals, Yes To Cucumbers are a wonderful treat for sensitive skin.

Mission

Each of our Yes To families were born of a true desire to make you feel and look as radiant as humanly possible. We strive to give you back your natural glow and a pure feeling of joy!

We’re committed to doing all this by creating paraben free formulas which contain all the yummy goodness of organic fruits and vegetables , and Dead Sea Minerals .

Philosophy

Here at Yes To, brand values are very important to us. We are committed to producing high-quality and affordable products that truly make a difference not only to how you look, but also to how you feel about yourself and the world around you.

We are dedicated to providing you with the highest quality, natural ingredients. All fruits and vegetables used in the Yes To ranges are sourced from certified organic farmers to ensure we extract pure and pesticide-free goodness for you.

In case you’re wondering, we use proprietary technology to extract the beneficial molecules from this delicious produce so the right ingredients penetrate the skin and do their job in making you look and feel fabulous!

And, we NEVER EVER test our products on animals*.

Cruelty Free

* Our products are endorsed as Cruelty-free by People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA)

Carbon Free Partner

* We are a leader in the fight against climate change. Along with 1,000 leading companies, nonprofits, universities and governments, we are doing our part to reduce and offset CO2 emissions causing climate change. www.carbonfund.org

Don’t forget to go back to the main post to learn how you can win one of the following prizes:

Seagate 500 GB Drive

Casio Baby G Timepiece

Roxio Photo Show 1 Year Membership!

http://momof3boys3702.blogspot.com/2009/07/back-2-school-blog-bash-2009-month-of.html

Now, on to how you can win THIS prize: 3 different winners!

Winner #1 will receive: Yes to Carrots – Body Butter

Winner #2 will receive: Yes to Cucumbers – Soothing Eye Gel

Winner #3 will receive: Yes to Tomatoes – Trouble-free Facial Wash

REMEMBER: All Back 2 School Blog Bash Giveaways are open to USA and CANADA!

REQUIRED – Follow Yes To Carrots on FaceBook (this must be done to qualify, the others are bonus entries)

BONUS #1 – Join the Carrot Club (monthly beauty tips, plus specials!)

BONUS #2 – Follow Yes To on Twitter and tweet the contest

Other bonus entries:

#1. Spread the word about this review by: email, forums, blogging, twitter, Digg, or putting the link in a meme. (one entry per thing done)

#2. Follow my blog.

#3. Subscribe to my RSS feed.

#4. Follow me on Twitter

#5. Fave me on technorati

#6. Put my button on your blog.

#7. Leave a comment on any other post (excluding giveaways!)

Filed Under: Beauty / Spa Tagged With: B2SBB09, Back 2 School Blog Bash, Beauty / Spa, Giveaways

Day #20 Evolution of Smooth Review & Giveaway

September 20, 2009 By Kelli 112 Comments

Welcome to DAY NUMBER TWENTY the Back 2 School Blog Bash 2009 – 30 Days of Giveaways, at 3 Boys & a Dog!

eos, an innovative personal care brand, has reinvented the modern woman’s shaving experience with their Ultra Moisturizing Shave Cream Collection. The first shave cream that truly reflects a woman’s sensibility by raising the bar for efficacy and design, eos Ultra Moisturizing Shave cream is available in six different scents:

Cucumber Melon
Island Blue
Lavender Jasmine
Pomegranate Raspberry
Vanilla Bliss
Sensitive, which is fragrance-free, dermatologist tested & hypoallergenic

All of the shave creams are intensely hydrating, allowing women to shave wet or dry. The non-foaming creamy formula contains only the best ingredients to ensure a closer shave that will leave skin silky and smooth throughout the day.

Key Ingredients:

Aloe – soothes, moisturizes and heals
Oat – protects delicate, dry, sensitive and irritated skin
Shea butter – softens and nourishes
Vitamin E & C – rejuvenating antioxidants for healthy looking skin

Mom Says: This is another one of those “oh yum” products that I am loving! eos sent me Vanilla Bliss and Cucumber Melon to try out. The first thing I noticed was this shave cream is unlike most in that it is creamy (like lotion or hair conditioner) as opposed to gel or foam!

I am not big on Vanilla smells, but my husband is. So, I gave him the vanilla bliss one and he also loved it.

The best thing is, I don’t get those little bumps after shaving my bikini area!

Don’t forget to go back to the main post to learn how you can win one of the following prizes:

Seagate 500 GB Drive

Casio Baby G Timepiece

Roxio Photo Show 1 Year Membership!

http://momof3boys3702.blogspot.com/2009/07/back-2-school-blog-bash-2009-month-of.html

Now, on to how you can win THIS prize: A complete eos shave collection. That is all 6 smells!

REMEMBER: All Back 2 School Blog Bash Giveaways are open to USA and CANADA!

Required: Join the eos mailing list for product updates and specials at http://www.evolutionofsmooth.com/about.html

Other bonus entries:

#1. Spread the word about this review by: email, forums, blogging, twitter, Digg, or putting the link in a meme. (one entry per thing done)

#2. Follow my blog.

#3. Subscribe to my RSS feed.

#4. Follow me on Twitter

#5. Fave me on technorati

#6. Put my button on your blog.

#7. Leave a comment on any other post (excluding giveaways!)

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Day #19 Adovia Spa Review and Giveaway

September 19, 2009 By Kelli 108 Comments

Welcome to DAY NUMBER NINETEEN of the Back 2 School Blog Bash 2009 – 30 Days of Giveaways, at 3 Boys & a Dog!

Thanks to Lisa at It’s a Glam Thing for having her client Adovia help out with the Back 2 School Blog Bash! I have done a review of Adovia ’s Bath Salts before, you can find it HERE.

The Moisturizing Mineral Soap is super yum!

Adovia all natural Mineral Salt Soap contains a unique combination of Dead Sea minerals and trace elements derived from Dead Sea Salt. This soap removes dirt and cleanses your skin, while simultaneously infusing it with minerals essential to keeping your skin hydrated and moisturized. This mineral-rich Moisturizing Salt soap is a healthy and popular alternative to regular soaps which leave your skin dry and flaky. The natural balance of your skin will be restored and your skin will have that healthy glow.

Mom Says: I have oily skin, so was worried about washing my face with soap that has oil in it. It did not leave my skin feeling oily! You know how some soaps make your face feel all tight? This soap does not. It feels really nice! Plus, it is for face and body which is a really great time saver for a busy mom! Too many times, I wash my face with the soap in my shower because it is convenient, not great for my face but quick and easy! With this I can start at my face and work my way down without having to switch soaps nor having to worry about the damage the regular soap is causing.

Dead Sea Minerals – Over 26 minerals essential for skin health including:

Zinc: Facilitates skin cell renewal
Bromide: Relaxing and soothing effect on the skin
Sodium: Improves the skin’s metabolism
Calcium: An important ingredient in skin cell protection
Magnesium: Stimulates protein synthesis

Palm Oil – Natural oil forms the base of this soap. Allows for gentle cleansing and moisturizing without over-drying.

The Dead Sea Bath Salts with Acai Berry Oil “ain’t nothin’ to sneeze at either”!

Benefits of Dead Sea Bath Salts:
Our bath salts are a soothing blend of legendary Dead Sea rich-mineral salt along with with natural aromatic (Essential) oil for super relaxation. Our bath salts contain a unique composition of mineral salts, minerals and trace elements for soothing, moisturizing effects on the whole body. Like nothing else, these salts will relax your muscles, enrich your skin with healthy minerals and wash away all your stress and worries. These wonderfully scented salts bring the premier spas of the Dead Sea to your bathtub. Immerse yourself in the waters of well-being.

- Stimulate circulation through body as well as skin
- Relieve joint/muscle aches and pains.
- Soothe and soften your skin.
- Warm and relax the muscles.
- Helps relieve lower back pain
- Relieves pain due to over exertion.
- Effective at relieving Eczema, acne, Psoriasis, muscle aches and pains

Mom Says: It is Fall! That means the weather is changing, it rains constantly and it a little cooler in the morning. What does that mean? Well, for us “old folks,” it means all our old bump and bruises start giving us fits. It is so nice to relax at the end of the day with these fabulous salts in my hot bath! I am not sure how I feel about the Acai Berry smell. It is very strong and unlike anything I have ever smelled before. At first, I hated the smell, but as I continued to use it, I am not sure if it grew on me or what. It does not stink, but as I said, it is different. I am a fruity person and this doesn’t have a fruity scent.

Don’t forget to go back to the main post to learn how you can win one of the following prizes:

Seagate 500 GB Drive

Casio Baby G Timepiece

Roxio Photo Show 1 Year Membership!

http://momof3boys3702.blogspot.com/2009/07/back-2-school-blog-bash-2009-month-of.html

Now, on to how you can win THIS prize: 15 oz. Acai Berry Bath Salt from Adovia along with an Adovia Moisturizing Mineral Soap!

REMEMBER: All Back 2 School Blog Bash Giveaways are open to USA and CANADA!

REQUIRED: Check out the Adovia Spa site, then come back and tell me something that caught your eye.

BONUS #1: Join their email list, sign up at the bottom of the page HERE

Other bonus entries:

#1. Spread the word about this review by: email, forums, blogging, twitter, Digg, or putting the link in a meme. (one entry per thing done)

#2. Follow my blog.

#3. Subscribe to my RSS feed.

#4. Follow me on Twitter

#5. Fave me on technorati

#6. Put my button on your blog.

#7. Leave a comment on any other post (excluding giveaways!)