GreenSmart Review

There as so many Green products out there these days that we have lots of choices. Everything from clothing to bags, you name it. I recently learned about GreenSmart and their fabulous eco- friendly laptop sleeves and after checking out all the styles I had to try one out. 

Their mission is to offer bags that make you feel good. Any brand can make attractive bags and be indifferent to the resources it takes to make them. GreenSmart is different. GreenSmart cares. Using eco-friendly materials and socially responsible labor are two of the most significant ways we have to embed thoughtfulness into the design of a bag. Who doesn’t want to see recyclable materials (plastic bottles) turned into something functional and beautiful?

They used to make bags from from polyester, neoprene and nylon. Back in the 20th Century that was the only choice they had for durable fabrics. Along with the new numbers, the 21st Century has offered great strides in material options for bag-making and they try to utilize them exclusively. They hope that their commitment will continue to delight consumers and make a difference.

Here is the bag that I decided on. It's the 16" Markhor, it is fully padded and sized for a 16" laptop, with extra padding in the corners. It also has two zipped pockets on the front and a filling pocket in back. I really could have used this nice bag in college when I was taking my laptop to the library and to class everyday. This is a great bag. It's functional and I feel safe that my laptop is completely protected in it.

With Graduation coming up this would make a great gift for those high school students that are going off to college. They have a variety of styles to choose from. In addition to laptop sleeves and carry bags GreenSmart also carries messenger bags, backpacks and water holders. All of which would also make a nice graduation/going away to college gift. Go Green!

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

Vermont Soap Review and Giveaway

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Winner #63 Jennifer T.

Vermont Soap Organics makes high quality natural personal skincare products. Their products are free of artificial colors and fragrances making them hypoallergenic and safe for the most sensitive skin. They are also free of harsh chemicals and synthetics making them safe and non toxic. In addition Vermont Soap products are never tested on animals. You can read more information on "What is Natural?" on their website.

Vermont Soap Organics carries a large selection of products from bar soaps to shower gels as well as products for baby and household cleaners. They even have a pet shampoo for your furry friend! I was given the opportunity to review their newest addition to their line of Foaming Hand Soaps. Tea Tree Mint Foaming Hand Soap.

Their Foaming Hand Soap's are made with organic oils and are safe and nontoxic for all living things, except germs! They come in a convenient 7 oz. pump dispenser and you can purchase 16 oz. bottles to refill your dispenser once it is empty. You can choose from four different foaming hand soaps including Unscented, Lavender Ecstasy, Lemongrass Zen, and the newest Tea Tree Mint.

The Tea Tree Mint Foaming Hand Soap combines the power of Tea Tree Oil with the fresh scent of American grown Peppermint Oil. It is made from renewable vegetable and botanical sources:  saponified organic coconut, olive and jojoba oils, glycerin, natural mint tea tree essential oil blend with lavender oil, organic aloe vera and organic rosemary extract.

I love foaming hand soaps and this one is particularly nice. Not only because it is completely natural and extremely mild on skin but I love how much the soap foams up. Only a little is needed to wash your hands and keep them germ free. The scent is minty and also very refreshing. I love that I don't have to worry about the ingredients in this soap, especially because both my husband and daughter have really sensitive skin. This is a great hand soap!

Want to win a bottle of Vermont Soap Organics Tea Tree Mint Foaming Hand Soap?

To Enter: Leave me a comment telling me one other item from Vermont Soap Organics you would like to try. You can get extra entries for following GGG through GFC, Subscribing via email, liking us on Facebook and following via Twitter.

This giveaway will end on May 29, 2012. 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 them. All opinions expressed in this review are my own and not influenced in any way by anyone.

Dollar General Every Day Heroes Promotion and Giveaway

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Winner #9 tinagirl

Throughout the month of May Dollar General is teaming up with Proctor & Gamble to honor moms everywhere. Dollar General is inviting customers to upload videos describing why their moms are “Every Day Heroes.” Videos can be submitted and viewed online. What a great way to show the most important woman in your life why she is appreciated!

In addition to letting the world know how special your mom is you can also enter the Olympic Training Center Contest. Dollar General along with Coca-Cola, P&G, and Kellogg's are celebrating moms and offering you the chance to win a trip to a U.S. Olympic Training Center. Enter now until May 31. All you have to do is purchase participating products to receive a code to enter. The grand prize is a trip for 4 to a U.S. Olympic Training Center. You also have a chance to be an instant winner and win 1 of 5 Panasonic Flat Screen TVs or 1 of 500 $10 Visa Gift Cards.

And that's not all...

P&G would like to offer one Girly Girl reader a chance to win a fabulous prize pack.

Tide® Pods
Febreze® Auto Air Freshener
Always® Radiant
Tampax® Radiant
Secret® Coco Butter Clear Gel
Old Spice® Champion Deodorant
Dollar General chip clip

To Enter: Leave me a comment telling me why your mom is your everyday hero. You can get extra entries for following GGG through GFC, Subscribing via email, liking us on Facebook and following via Twitter.

This giveaway will end on May 28, 2012. 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 them. All opinions expressed in this review are my own and not influenced in any way by anyone.

Happy Mother’s Day to all you mamas!

Sue Devitt Tinted Moisturizer Review

I was given the opportunity to review yet another Sue Devitt beauty product. SpaComplexion Hydrating Marine Minerals Tinted Moisturizer with SPF 15. This lightweight moisturizer offers sheer coverage as well as antioxidant benefits that help protect the skin from harsh environmental exposure and premature photo-aging.

This moisturizer comes in 3 different shades to blend in evenly to any skin tone. Application is very smooth and absorbs quickly into your skin leaving a soft almost powdery feel to it. It is very natural looking and does a nice job of evening out your skin. It gives the look of flawless skin without the look or feel of being overly made up. This stuff is great for people with sensitive or dry skin. It is gentle and does a nice job of moisturizing.

You can get SpaComplexion Hydrating Marine Minerals Tinted Moisturizer with SPF 15 online for $40.00 or check out their store locator to find retail stores near you that carry Sue Devitt products.

***Monica***

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

Skinnygirl Daily Review and Deal Alert

Bethenny Frankel is at it again with Skinnygirl Daily On-the-Go Nutrition.

"[The Skinnygirl Daily products] are about health on the go," says Frankel, a trained natural food chef. "It’s not about fasting or starving. It’s about cleansing and managing your weight, having a healthy snack with you, hydrating and getting your vitamins in."

Skinnygirl Daily includes vitamins and supplements for optimal health and wellness as well as snack bars to help with cravings and keep you fueled. The new Vitamin Power Packets are a combination daily multi-vitamin and electrolytes each with a desired function.

Immunity

                                   Energy & Alertness

                                   Hair Skin Nails

                                   Stress Relief & Calm

I was given one of each Vitamin Power Packets for review and first of all I would just like to say how convenient and easy these little packets are. Each packet is filled with a powdered vitamin packed beverage that you mix with water and drink up. These are really a fun and tasty way to take your daily vitamins. They come in flavors like Strawberry Lemonade and Tangerine and are very refreshing. I love that these are not overly sweet. They are sweetened with Stevia and packed with goodness. I would much rather drink my vitamins then take them in pill form. These are also perfect for the on the go girl since you can slip them into your purse and and pour into your water bottle while at work or mix in a glass of water while you are out enjoying lunch with friends.

As in exclusive promotion and in celebration of Mother's Day Skinnygirl Daily is offering $5.00 off any order of $14.00 or more using the promo code MOTHERSDAY. This code expires on 5/20/2012.
In addition from May 8-15, every box of Skinnygirl Daily On-the-Go Vitamin Power Packets will come with a limited edition Skinnygirl Daily t-shirt - perfect for the summer weather!

***Monica***

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