All Sugarelled Up

Recently I helped out a fellow Switchboarder and was rewarded with some sugar scrub and scrubby bar samples. Di, from Sugarelle, sent me 3 samples of her duo sugar scrubs and 2 of her scrubby bars.



Now, I have not been a fan of scrubby bars. They usually don't have enough exfoliant for me..sorry I am a scrub diva and I must have large amounts of the ruff stuff :-). But, the Sugarelle scrubby bars are more than what I've come across. These definitely have extra exfoliants in them. The scrubbed me well, didn't fall apart and really felt like a true "scrubby bar." I was very impressed. The full size version costs $7.


The duo whipped sugar scrubs were really cool. I've had whipped sugar scrubs before but they, again, didn't have enough exfoliant in them. Di sent me three samples..Crimson Queen & Licorice Dreams, Parlor Tricks & Cinnamon Sticks and last but not least..Vanilla Pearls & Tango Swirls. All very very nice scents..not too strong but not too weak either..just right I say. They are whipped together in a perfect swirl so you can see the two colors of the scrubs when you open the jar. The consistency is like whipped cream but I have to say even lighter than that. But, if you rub it between your fingers...you really can feel the nice gritty texture beneath the whip. A full 8 oz jar will run you about $17..but I think it's worth it.


I do have to say that just one little sample jar or sample scrubby bar was enough for a full body scrub. So the larger versions should last you fairly long time. Christmas is almost here...there's still time to shop..so check out the scrubs at Sugarelle.

A Body Wash With B-O-D-Y

I'm always perusing Etsy.com. I love that site and on Saturday nights there's always the "Saturday Night Specials." On one particular Saturday, I was perusing the SNS thread on the Etsy forums and found a really major impressive deal. Known as ZAJA Natural and also by the seller name aromaticbodyoils on Etsy was the Indie etailer with the deal. I was able to choose any 4 items (as long as they were all different..my first blonde error I picked like 3 of the same thing duh) that were $11 or less...for only $25!!!! I'm truly sorry you all missed out on the deal..she only does it for a very limited time (I think when I got mine it was only up for like 1/2 hour).

So I got some lotions, body butter and this Body Wash.

This body wash is kickin! Here's the ingredients: 100% natural made with saponified oils of canola, olive, coconut oil, and castor. I chose Pink Grapefruit and Sugar (sparkling citrus blend based on pink grapefruit with hints of sugary, sweet cotton candy; wild honey; touch of vanilla; and ending with a note of fresh, spring rain) as my fragrance and it is such a light, refreshing scent. The suds that this stuff makes is amazing. You only need a smidgen to wash up right. Make sure you have a puff or sponge and just love the suds. I'm always amazed at how much it makes. And, I feel really clean after rinsing.

The regular price for 8 ounces of body wash is $11. I was very happy to get the deal I got since I also have other products to try. But, a little goes a long long way on the puff sponge so that bottle will last you a pretty long time. And heck, there's no parabens in this one..and you pay what for like Philosophy stuff and they have parabens. Naah, you gotta try this body wash. I highly recommend it.

More Holiday Sales

Ok, so I've been away for awhile..it's the PTO stuff man it's killing me lol.

Anyway, here are some more Indie Etailer Holiday Sales..remember you can click through the links here on my blog for one stop shopping!! :-)



Foster's Creations has 25% off on anything on the site until 11:59pm Tomorrow (Friday the 30th). Shannon is also doing free gift wrap now till Christmas. And, from 12/1 through 12/12 she is having a 12 Days of Christmas special..where one item will be marked down each day.
I highly recommend Shannon's Warm Blessings fragrance, it is a really nice scent..perfect for Christmas too. Another one I like alot is her Pomegranate..it smells delicious..like some cocktail I have to have but can't because it's a fragrance.

Eye Candey is offering 10% off through 12/25 with the code HIF07. There's some really cool t-shirts here.

Not Soap Radio is offering 20% off now through 12/20 with the code HOLLY. I have tried the sugar scrub from my contest and it's really nice. There are some specially themed shower gels for Christmas and Hannaukah (sp)

One Little Monkey is offering 25% off of any order $40+ with the code holiday07..good till tomorrow the 30th.

Pink Taffy Designs will give you free shipping on $50+ with the code twinkle

Teacups and Tadpoles is offering 20% off on $25+ orders till 12.21 with the code switch20

At Sommer Designs you can get free shipping through 12/15. Lots of cool handbags and aprons here!

Spa Box is offering free shipping on $25+ orders with the code JOY. Good throught 12/12

Hollyrose Aromatherapy has the entire site 25% off. I love Holly's stuff!

Accessory Bug is offering 10% off with the code holiday.

There you go, Holiday shopping the easy way.

PRODUCTS HOLIDAY SHOPPING GUIDE

I thought I would do a post on the upcoming Indie Etailer Holiday Sales. I don't get every single newsletter and you probably don't either. So, I figured it would be much easier if I just posted some of the sales for you. You can do all of your shopping from Products of the Day :-)

Remember, when you goto the site, check all the fine print. Most sales will not apply to already discounted items such as clearance or monthly deals. READ first people!

Manor Hall Soap Company - 20% off with code GIVING20. Does not apply to already discounted items. Sale ends MIDNIGHT on Nov. 23rd.

SBS Teas - 20% off everything on the site for one day only, Nov. 23rd.

The Etsy {NewNew} York Street Team is having a 10% Off Holiday Sale on Black Friday. Check out the details on their blog: http://thenewnew.blogspot.com/2007/11/newnew-black-friday-10-off-sale.html

The Pear Project -- Artisan Goods for Everyday Life Grand Opening Sale through the end of the year, 10% off with code GRND.
http://www.thepearproject.com/

This promo code good on favors/card shop at Favors By The Season
Code SB1107 gets you 10% off (including plantable holiday cards, photo cards and all kinds of favors).

Acorn Studios is offering free shipping on orders over $20 till the end of November.

Sophie & Spice is offering ann extra $5 added to giftcards of $30 or more through December 5th. http://www.sophieandspice.com/giftcertificates.html

Kimono Mono is offering free shipping till Dec. 31st
http://www.kimonomomo.com/

Three Wheels Design is offering FREE SHIPPING on all orders placed by December 10th
http://www.threewheelsdesign.com/

Weekend Jewelry is offering free shipping . Use coupon code FREESHIP when you order to get free shipping - good till December 7!
http://www.weekend-jewelry.com/

Bella Lucce is offering 20% off our luxury bath and body treats from 12:01am-11:59pm EST on Friday, November 23rd. No code needed and we always ship FREE on orders of $75 or more.
http://www.bellalucce.com/

Holiday Sale in Honor of Black Friday! 20% off all jewelry with code HOLIDAY20 starting Wednesday, Nov 21-Wednesday Nov 28th. This is in addition to a number of items that will be marked down 10% for the same time frame! And as always, Free US Shipping and Free Gift Wrap!
http://www.georgiedesigns.com/

And Everything Nice is offering 10% off first orders using coupon code earlybird
http://www.and-everything-nice.biz/

10% off your purchase at Bitty Braille with coupon code: TSB10% til Jan. 08.
http://bittybraille.com/

A Mother’s Gift is your breastfeeding and natural parenting resource. At http://www.amothersgift.net/ you’ll find nursing covers, burp cloths, breastfeeding accessories, cloth diapers and diapering accessories, bath and body for mama and baby and organic baby apparel. This is a great one-stop shop for a new mom or mom-to be! • All nursing covers are 25% off (includes combo nursing cover/burp cloth set) • Cloth diapers are 10% off • Everything else in stock is 15% off • As always, orders over $75 receive FREE STANDARD SHIPPING!

Vintage Body Spa, LLC creates natural, luxurious and paraben-free spa products designed to help you ‘Indulge Your Body’ ™. Each item is handmade to order with the freshest of natural ingredients to bring the spa experience into your own home. No harmful parabens mean that you can feel safe about using these products– they’re gentle enough for even baby’s skin. Our products are never tested on animals, and some items are even vegan. With a multitude of scents available, you can find something perfect for the girls AND guys on your shopping list. Visit http://www.vintagebodyspa.com/ and take advantage of 20% off EVERYTHING in the store.

Kelly Meeker Designs is having a sale starting tomorrow for 20% off. The code is thanks. Sale ends on Tuesday, the 27th. My website is http://www.kellymeekerdesigns.com/

On a String Designs is having a sale thru 11-28 for 20% off anyting in the store with the code holiday20, plus always free shipping! http://www.onastringdesigns.com/

Blend Creations is having a 24-hour Black Friday sale (from midnight to 11:59:59 that day). Their washi pendants, washi necklaces, bamboo, zodiac and mah jong pendants will all be 20%+ off.

Lindsays Candles & Stuff is participating in the Little Black Box Black Friday Bonanza http://www.thelittleblackboxes.com/ It'll be up on Black Friday from 5am-10am. There's going to be amazing sales, many discounts as high as 50% off from what I hear!

A free pair of turquoise and hammered copper earrings is being added to everyone's order during the holiday season. Free stuff is good
Jeweled Elegance

Tiny Tales is doing a 24 hour sale for 24% off! Valid on Nov 23rd only. Code is BLACKFRIDAY.
http://www.tiny-tales.com/

Jewelry By Jennifer Casady is having a sale, 20% off storewide until 11/26 with coupon code JCStore20 Free shipping on orders over $50.
http://www.jennifercasady.com/

Bidwell Botanicals is having a 20% off member's only sale that runs through December 15th. All you have to do is sign up for our newsletter to get the discount.

That's all for now but if I find more I will post more!

Stinky Whip Whips My Skin Into Shape

Recently, I did a Lab Rat test (via Lemming Central) for Cocoa Pink. Ilona sent me a few samples including a sample of her Stinky Whip. Ok, the name throws you off, I understand. However, this is medical grade shea butter. Grade A from what she tells me and she had to pay an arm and a leg to get it. She combines this Grade A shea butter (unrefined) with coconut oil, apricot kernel oil, kukui nut oil, meadowfoam oil, evening primrose oil, pomegranate seed oil and red raspberry seed oil. As you can see, it's full of good all natural stuff.

Even though it was just a sample size (A Flirt as it is called at Cocoa Pink), you really only need a little and it goes a long way. When I test a product for someone I test it. When I get a lotion or body butter to test I test is on my driest parts: my feet, knees and elbows. Now, I've tried alot of different "shea butter" products from different etailers..from refined to unrefined, but the Stinky Whip works the best. I applied the Stinky whip to my feet, my knees and my elbows right before bed. They were still soft and moisturized in the morning..that hasn't really happened to me before so I was really amazed. If something can keep my feet soft all night and into the morning after one application...I'm sold!

So, don't be fooled by the name...this stuff is awesome. 2.5 ounces will cost you $5.99 and if you want a 1/2 ounce flirt, it will set you back $1.99.

There is much more on the site besides Stinky Whip...there are soaps, hair products and a lot more. It's a new site and there is more products coming from what I read on Cocoa Pink. I have bookmarked the site and I'm planning on going back to see what other things I can find. You should too! At least try the Stinky Whip..there's Stinky Feet too.

BOBE Baby

First, I must apologize to my readers for being AWOL for the week. I have become a walking example of Murphy's Law and have suffered a sprained ankle, smashing my head into the car door and having a Thomas the Tank Engine wooden bridge dropped on my face (while I had ice on my forehead for the car door incident). So...I've been a bit occupied to say the least lol.

A few weeks ago, I was asked by Marlese of Bobe Bath Essentials if I would like to try out one of her new products. I'm such a lotion addict that I asked her if I could try her new Silken Cream. I couldn't decide between a few scents so I told her to go ahead and send me what she thought was her best.

I received my Silken Cream on the 1st and just finished up my jar yesterday. Marlese sent me her Mango Sherbert scent and let me tell you, it is a really really wonderful scent. It's not overly fruity (and I thought it might be from the description). It is just the perfect combination for a light, luscious fragrance. I also like the colors Marlese uses for her labels. Each product has its own color for its label and they are pretty and feminine...a nice touch.

The lotion itself is not a thick body butter. It's a soft and silky cream that is meant to glide over your skin. There's no need to over rub this into your skin, it absorbs immediately. It glides on easily and makes your skin feel smooth and soft right away.

Since I used it exclusively for the past couple of weeks (yes, I did not use any lotion on my body except Bobe) I got a good feel for how it affects my skin. My skin feels smooth and silky with no rough spots...even on my elbows and knees..and that says alot. A really nice cream altogether. Plus, no artificial colors to make it look pretty, there is never a need for artificial colors..as long as it smells great and works great. The cost for a 4 ounce jar is $8.19 US (since the dollar sucks right now....) and $8 Canadian.

There are plenty more products at Bobe Bath Essentials from lip balm to scrubs to perfumes. So check the site out and see what you can find.

The September Lemming Central Box

I meant to post on this yesterday..but I had a migraine all day and just couldn't do anything. I hate days like that.

Anyway, I got my Lemming Central September Sampler Box the other day and this one was fantastic. I got a lot of great samples from etailers I haven't yet tried and there were some really good coupons in there too.

Rain Barrel Soap
Oat Bran Soap Sample

Makeup Junky Cosmetics
Lip Gloss sample in Viva Natural and 2 mineral makeup samples
Plus a 25% off coupon!

Things That Make Scents
2 Tarts in Great Pumpkin and Witches Brew
Plus a 20% off coupon!

Hollyrose Aromatherapy
Lavender Salve adn a 15% off coupon.

D & K Candles and Gifts
A tea light candle in Birthday cake scent and a 20% off coupon.

Ablutions Spa
Red Raspberry See Eye and Face Treatment and Lemon Tamarind Microdermabrasion Facde Polish.

Youthful Essentials by Sun Country Naturals, Inc.
Skin healing gel and a 20% off coupon.

Blue Diamond Candle Co.
Sanitizer gel sample and 25% off of a $10 order.

Monkey Boy Products
A mini K.I.S.S. kit including Goat Milk Soap, Goat Milk Lotion a cool pen and a Jumpin Jojoba Sudsy Scrub.

Gramma Frans Fixins
A huge Raspberry Lemonade Tart

SBS Teas
3 Flowering Teas: 3 Flower Burst, Carnation Strong Stem and Ginsing Lily..plus a 15% off coupon.

Pure Indulgent
A Pomegranate Tart, Pomegranate Cocoa Butter Lotion, Triple Peppermint Scrub and a 15% off coupon.

Klean Bath & Body
Sample of Kama-L Krunch Sugar Scrub

Bauble Bath
Ginger Mint Bath Bauble, Bubble Bath in Huckleberry Dream, After Bath Oil in Lavender Lemon, a large Cocoa Butter Bath Melt in Candied Petal and a 35% off coupon (AWESOME)

That's everything I got. It was a really goooooodddd box!!!
Enjoy!