Prefense Review and Giveaway

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Congratulations! Winner #37 rubynreba

My daughter Penelope started going to preschool in February and within a week of starting she got a really bad cold, since then she has been sick two more times. I was told by other moms that this is what usually happens once a child starts school, with all those nasty little germs hanging around. Prior to starting school Penelope was not around other children and had only been sick a couple of times with mild colds. After watching her suffer from what seemed like a never ending runny nose I started thinking of things I could do to not only prevent her from getting sick, but also stop her from spreading those germs to her new little friends. I was searching the Internet one day and I came across a review for Prefense Silica Based Hand Sanitizer. The review raved about this product and I knew I just had to contact Prefense and ask to review this product as well. Afterall that is what I love to do, find great new products and share them with all of you. 

I have to admit I have never been a believer in hand sanitizers in the past but Prefense is not your traditional hand sanitizer. This stuff rocks! First of all it is 100% alcohol free which makes me feel safe about using it on my little one's hands. It is also contains organic botanicals which help to moisturize and prevent drying, redness, and chapping. Seriously my hands feel softer and smoother after applying Prefense. Even though these two things I have mentioned help make this hand sanitizer pretty great, it is not what makes it in my opinion THE BEST HAND SANITIZER EVER!!! Here is what does...one application of Prefense protects for 24 hours and up to 10 hand washings! That's right! And it is the only product that offers this long lasting protection.

"Prefense's active ingredient dries into an invisible, protective film that stands guard against pathogens you encounter throughout the day. If a transfer of germs occurs while Prefense is on defense, it actively slices the wall of pathogens you confront for up to 10 washings, whether wet or dry." 

How amazing is that? Perfect when you are going to be on the go and especially great for kiddos in school. I just apply it on Penelope's hands every morning on school days and there's no reason to think about hand sanitizer again for the rest of the day. And get this... she hasn't been sick since we started using it! Coincidence? Try this stuff and I will let you decide.  

Prefense Benefits

• Provides safe, unsurpassed antibacterial protection for hands by promoting and protecting the health of adults and children.
• Tested against strains of Staphylococcus aureus including the drug resistant MRSA strains.
• Long lasting protection against germs. *For a complete list visit Prefense online.*
• Stops skin to skin transfer of germs. 
• Regular application provides continual antibacterial protection. 
• Easy, rapid, foam application. 
• Colorless product is invisible on application and will not stain skin or clothing.
• Water based product is non-flammable.  

In addition to the foam hand sanitizer Prefense also comes in Hand Sanitizing Wipes. You can get both of these products online or you can check out the product locator for a store near you. Like Prefense on Facebook or follow on Twitter for all the latest news.

Want to win an 8oz bottle of Prefense which offers 640 applications!

To Enter: Leave me a comment letting me know you would like to win, that's it! You can also get extra entries for following GGG through GFC, Subscribing via email, liking us on Facebook and following via Twitter.

This giveaway will end on July 15, 2011. I will choose the winner using Random.org. Please leave a valid email address if it is not visible in your profile. US entries only.

***Monica***

The featured product{s} in this post were provided to me free of charge by the manufacturer or pr company representing the company. All opinions expressed in this review are my own and not influenced in any way by anyone. 

Equal Exchange Coffee Review

Mambo Sprouts recently gave me the opportunity to try some Equal Exchange coffee. Equal Exchange is a company that supports small farmer co-ops with sustainable farming practices providing customers with high-quality and organic coffees, teas, chocolates, and snacks from around the world.

I was given both the Organic Love Buzz and Organic French Roast to try. I admit I am not a big coffee drinker. I have my occasional iced coffee and mocha but I am by no means a coffee expert. Still I was eager to try this stuff because I am however the person that purchases and prepares coffee for a self proclaimed coffee connoisseur, my husband. If there is anyone who is going to give me a no holds barred honest opinion about coffee it's him.

 
Organic Love Buzz is a combination of Equal Exchange's Full City and French Roast coffees. It is a coffee for those that love the taste of coffee. A dark roast with a complex flavor and bitter aftertaste. Even though I am not a big coffee drinker I do love the smell of brewing coffee. This stuff smells amazing! How does it taste? It was a little strong for more liking, this stuff has a kick, but then again I am not the coffee expert. So what did he think about this coffee? In his words " Man, this coffee is good! Where did you get this stuff??!!" That's right this coffee was rated an A+ by the coffee authority in my household. He described it as having a slight fruity and dark chocolate flavor. I am sure I will be buying this coffee in the near future.

Organic French Roast is another dark roast. It is not as strong and bitter tasting as Love Buzz but still has that intense flavor. I actually preferred this one. I found it smooth with a little sweetness to it. It makes some really yummy iced coffee! My husband also enjoyed this coffee. He did say it wasn't as good as Love Buzz but it was still high quality good tasting coffee.






These Equal Exchange coffees along with a variety of others can be purchased online or in supermarkets and natural food stores nationwide. If you are lucky enough to find them in a store near you, you can find money saving coupons to use on your purchase by visiting Mambo Sprouts online.

***Monica***

The featured product{s} in this post were provided to me free of charge by the manufacturer or pr company representing the company. All opinions expressed in this review are my own and not influenced in any way by anyone.  

The Floral Flip N' Sip Stainless Steel Water Bottle Review

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Convenient and safe reusable water bottles are important to me. I need an eco-friendly reusable bottle big enough to hold plenty of water. I don't want to have to refill it every five minutes, but I also want it small enough to easily carry in my hand, my kids' hands or in a bag. I want to be able to easily drink from the bottle too. So, the design of the bottle's cap also matters.  Enviro Products new designer series has a cap design that I really appreciate.

The review: I was sent one of the 20 oz. (600 ml) Floral Stainless Steel Water bottle from the new designer series to try and review. This water bottle isn't much different than most safe eco-friendly water bottles. It's lightweight and easy to carry. It's eco-friendly features include: #304 Food Grade Seriously Safe Stainless® and no hidden liners or Epoxy Resin. It is also BPA free.

However, the cap on the bottle is unique. The cap has a High Flow Flip N' Sip that allows my kids and I to quickly and easily drink from the bottle. We don't have to suck out or squeeze out the water in order to drink it. It flows out easily, but not excessively, just enough for a good sip.  Flip it up and quickly drink a sufficient amount of water, no spillage or embarrassment. Flip it down and it's closed, that quickly. Then put it in the bag and there is no spillage.  The grip on the cap is a great feature too. It makes it easier to carry and easier to open. The bottom of the grip has a bit of sharp edge and digs into the skin, but I plan on filing it down a bit to help reduce the sharpness.

Most caps for reusable water bottles are not as convenient as this one. For example, when pull-up caps are wet they are difficult to pull up and over time and use they become difficult to pull up at all. I often resort to using my teeth to pry them open. This leaves tooth marks on the cap and that's just a breeding zone for germs. Some pull up caps need double-checking; forget to push it down all the way and the water will spill out. Many pull up caps are low flow and it take forever to get a good sip.  Bottles with twist tops can sometimes be difficult to open, especially with sweaty hand or for kids and the elderly. During a workout when a quick sip is important, twist top bottles are frustrating to drink from because they take longer to open. Once open I have to worry about the wide mouth of the bottle. It makes it much easier to clean, but when in a hurry (during a workout) if I drink too quickly I'll spill it all over myself.

The durability: I’m rough on my bottles. My kids are too. We take them everywhere and we are clumsy with them. Most of our bottles have dents in them because we continue to drop them. I’ve only had this bottle for about a month and as much as I have dropped it already, I have yet to find any dents on it.

The concern: I'm not a big fan of painted reusable water bottles. Over time paint chips off or dulls. I haven't had my bottle more than a month and I can see the bottom of the bottle's paint already begin to chip. In my experience, this is a normal time frame for most reusable bottles with paints, but I would like to know what the paint is made with. Chipped paint is not something I want slipping into my kids or my water. I would also like to know how to clean or replace the flip/sip part of the cap. This is the part that touches the mouth. So, I think it is just as important it is as easy to clean as the bottle itself.

For more information on this bottle or any of the other eco-friendly products on the site visit the Enviro Products website http://www.enviroproductsinc.com/.

Lipo in a Box- Go 2 Bras Review and Giveaway

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Congratulations! Winner #42 Mommydoll13

 

One of the worlds top selling line of shapewear Lipo in a Box has introduced a new line of bras to their product lineup, Go 2 Bras. Did you know that an estimated 80% of women are wearing the wrong size bra? I don't know about you but I have definitely had this problem in the past. For the longest time I thought I knew what my bra size was! I would purchase a bra that appeared to be the correct size and fit and after bringing it home and wearing it a couple of times would find it extremely uncomfortable. I finally was able to find my right size and it has made a world of difference. Go 2 Bras are designed to not only be attractive but to be comfortable and offer maximum support. "An everyday bra that feels like a special occasion." They come in cup sizes B-DDD and band sizes 32-44 so you are sure to find the right one for you.

I received the Rachel Go2 Bra from LIPO in a BOX with matching boyshort for review (photo taken from website). Not only was I impressed with how cute this particular bra and pantie is but the quality is top notch. This bra fit perfectly! You know that feeling you get when you put on a new piece of clothing and it fits like a glove and you know it looks good to? That's exactly how I felt the first time I wore my Go 2 Bra. I am bigger busted so support is extremely important to me when it comes to finding a bra. This bra lifts and smooths in all the right places. Bras are not cheap and I have paid quite a bit for a bra only to be disappointed with it once I got home. Go 2 Bras from Lipo in a Box are definitely worth the cost. Check out the rest of the Go 2 Bra product line here. You can also find bra sizing tips and the correct way to measure for your size.

Want to purchase a Go 2 Bra or other Lipo in a Box product? Use the code SHAPE and receive 10% off your purchase.

How would you like to win a Go 2 Bra and matching pantie set in your size?

To Enter: Visit Go 2 Bras and tell me the name of the bra you like most. You can also get extra entries for following GGG through GFC, Subscribing via email, liking us on Facebook and following via Twitter.

This giveaway will end on July 4. 2011. I will choose the winner using Random.org. Please leave a valid email address if it is not visible in your profile. US entries only.

***Monica***

The featured product{s} in this post were provided to me free of charge by the manufacturer or pr company representing the company. All opinions expressed in this review are my own and not influenced in any way by anyone. 

BodyVerde Contest and Giveaway

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Congratulations! Winner #25 BeautyToLove

BodyVerde is a maker of safe and natural skincare products with family in mind. It is a family based business that believes in implementing good family values into their product development. If they won't put it on themselves or their kids, they won't manufacture it.

"BodyVerde strives to produce therapeutic treatments and beauty regimens that you can feel good about using on yourself and your family. We are about healing, balance, beauty, nature – we created these products to give you results and to be in harmony with nature – compatible with your skin, your senses and your health."

BodyVerde is currently running a contest for their EZ Waterless Shave.

This product is perfect for that man who is constantly on the go as it does not require any water. It is also a great way to save water and still get a clean, close shave. This light weight and all natural shaving lotion can be used even if there is no sink nearby as there is no foaming or lathering and no need to rinse. What a great gift for that man who loves to travel or camp! You simply apply EZ Waterless Shave, shave with your usual razor, and rub in any excess lotion for a great skin conditioner. The soothing formula has aloe, chamomile, olive oil, green tea and a fresh citrus scent built right in.

Want to enter the Shave on the Go contest and win a gift basket of three free bottles of EZ Waterless Shave or another three products of your choice from BodyVerde.com. Simply submit a photo to bodyverde@gmail.com of yourself or a guy in your life shaving somewhere other than by the sink or in the shower. On a plane, in a tent, be creative! Photos need to be submitted no later then June 24, 2011. The person featured in the most creative photo will win! To find out more about the contest along with all the fine print visit the contest rules here.

Don't want to enter the photo contest but would still like to purchase this product for that man in your life? You can get EZ Waterless Shave at BodyVerde online. Also be sure to like BodyVerde on Facebook and follow on Twitter for skincare advice and special promotions.

BodyVerde would like to offer one Girly Girl reader the chance to win a bottle of EZ Waterless Shave.

To Enter: Leave me a comment telling me who you would give this to and why? You can also get extra entries for following GGG through GFC, Subscribing via email, liking us on Facebook and following via Twitter.

This giveaway will end on July 1, 2011. I will choose the winner using Random.org. Please leave a valid email address if it is not visible in your profile. US entries only.

***Monica ***

The featured product{s} in this post were provided to me free of charge by the manufacturer or pr company representing the company. All opinions expressed in this review are my own and not influenced in any way by anyone.

TheraBreath Probiotic Treatment Review and Giveaway

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Congratulations! Winner #5 Kris

You might remember a couple of months ago I reviewed some TheraBreath products and was very impressed by them. I have since continued to use the toothpaste and mints and so when I was contacted again asked if I would like to review one of their newest products of course I said yes.

"The use of probiotics in health care is based on the scientific fact that a healthy level of "good" bacteria in the body can be very beneficial. These "good" bacteria occur naturally to some degree in most people and assist in many bodily functions (such as digestion). However not everyone has enough of every type of "good"bacteria in their system. Those that do, can sometimes demonstrate elevated resistance to a variety of germ related symptoms. Those that don't. can be more susceptible to various illnesses. Research suggests that increasing levels of some "good" bacteria can help the body to defend itself against hostile bacteria."

That's where TheraBreath's newest product TheraBreath Multi-Symptom Probiotics comes in.

This 7 day treatment is designed to reduce the amount of "bad" bacteria in your mouth while alleviating the symptoms they cause. These include bad breath, throat discomfort, ear aches, yellow coating on the tongue, and other tooth and gum problems. The 7 day treatment is very easy to follow. It includes 9 treatment powders as well as a small tube of TheraBreath toothpaste. The treatment powders are conveniently packaged in a cardboard tray that can be placed directly on your bathroom counter so that you don't forget to use it. Each powder packet is also clearly labeled telling you when to use. When I first opened up the box and read that I would need to mix the powder with water before use I thought it sounded like too much trouble. I was wrong. I keep mini paper cups in my bathroom and it was very easy to fill them halfway with water, pour the treatment powder in and mix it up. I was also concerned with the fact that the directions tell you to rinse for 60 seconds and then gargle for 30. The reason I was concerned because I just had the assumption that it would have a bad taste. I have a very bad gag reflex and if something taste bad I immediately have to spit it out. I was wrong again. The powder adds a very light citrus taste to the water, not unpleasant at all. It also cools your mouth leaving it feeling clean and refreshed. I don't know that I noticed anything different happening in my mouth during the 7 day treatment but it is recommended to repeat the treatment monthly to maintain the levels of beneficial bacteria. I am definitely interested in continuing to use this and other TheraBreath products.

TheraBreath products can be purchased online and in several retail stores. Check their online store locator to find a store near you.

The people at TheraBreath have offered one of our readers the chance to win another one of their products.

1 box of Mouth Wetting Lozenges. These are the same ones that I reviewed in my prior post.

To Enter: Visit TheraBreath online and tell me one of their products you are interested in trying. You can also get extra entries for liking TheraBreath on Facebook and following them on Twitter. As usual I will also give extra entries for folloing GGG through GFC, Subscribing via email, liking us on Facebook and following via Twitter.

This giveaway will end on June 30, 2011. I will choose the winner using Random.org. Please leave a valid email address if it is not visible in your profile. US entries only.

***Monica***

The featured product{s} in this post were provided to me free of charge by the manufacturer or pr company representing the company. All opinions expressed in this review are my own and not influenced in any way by anyone.