The Soap & Paper Factory Giveaway

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Winner #68 Teresa Thompson

The Soap & Paper Factory is a New York based company that creates hand made natural beauty for your home and body. Their line of products combine beautifully scented products wrapped in exquisite earth friendly packaging. Their line is designed with the environment and you in mind. They choose recycled papers to wrap their products as well as use recycled boxes and tubes to package their products in. They also use beautiful Italian glass for their candles because they are tailored, unique and feminine and can be reused for wine, water, or juice. In addition their products contain no petroleum, parabens, or phthalates and are never tested on animals.

They have several collections in their product line which include soy candles, Shea butter soaps, solid perfumes, hand creams, room sprays and room diffusers. I am excited to be receiving some of Soap & Paper Factory's hand cream for review.

Soap & Factory Hand Cream has a rich, handcrafted, subtly scented emollient cream full of essential oils.  Packed with ultra-hydrating Shea butter, meadow foam, borage oil, vitamins, minerals and amino acids to feed dry skin, it is the ultimate in natural skin nourishment. Each one comes in a beautiful, recyclable aluminum tube with stunning floral designs.

I can't wait to get my hands on (literally) this hand cream!

Soap and Paper Factory would also like to give one Girly Girl reader the chance to win a tube of their Geranium hand cream.

.....oh Geranium! Take me away!! Calming and relaxing to your skin, as well as your mind, body and spirit, this very beautiful fragrance will sneak up and totally Rock Your World!! With a hint of Patchouli and Ylang Ylang---well, we say just get ready to be dazzled!

To Enter: Please tell me another one of their products 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 August 7, 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***

BeadforLife Review

BeadforLife is a nonprofit organization that works to eradicate extreme poverty by creating bridges of understanding between impoverished Africans and concerned world citizens. Ugandan women turn colorful recycled paper into beautiful beads. Women in Northern Uganda, displaced by the 20 year war led by Joseph Kony, are now rebuilding their lives by gathering shea nuts and pressing them into shea butter for cosmetics and soaps. And people who care open their hearts, homes and communities to buy and sell both products.

The beads and shea butter become income, food, medicine, school fees and hope. It is a small miracle that enriches us all.

I love companies that give back so when I heard about BeadforLife I was eager to share them with all of you.

Colorful handmade beads are artfully created into necklaces, bracelets and earrings. The beaded jewelery made by these women is beautiful and versatile. It is also very affordable and you can feel good about where your money spent is going.

The women of BeadforLife also craft wonderful 100 % natural Shea beauty products from Ugandan Shea nuts. They are rich in antioxidants and Vitamins A, E, and F. I was given a Shea Butter Soap and Peppermint Lip Balm for review.

The Shea Butter Soap was really gentle and smelled really nice. I used my bar in the shower for all over cleaning and it left my skin soft and feeling great. I love hand crafted soaps and this one is a good example of a well made one. It lasted a long time and is great for people with sensitive skin like my husband and daughter. The bar sells for $4.00 and is well worth the cost for many reasons.

I am a big fan of lip balm and this Shea Butter Peppermint Lip Balm did not let me down. It was creamy and left my lips smooth. The peppermint smells lovely and puts a pleasant tingle on your lips when you apply it. This also sells for $4.00 and again well worth it.

To find out more about BeadforLife and the positive things they are doing visit their website.  Also be sure to check out their store and support them by purchasing some amazing products.

And don't forget to find out more about how you can host a BeadParty and make a difference!

***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.

Canfo Natural Products Review and Giveaway

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Winner #28 Stephanie H.

Canfo Natural Products uses plant extracts and herbal formulas to create natural health products. The founder of Canfo, Carl Chen, has observed that herbs can have profound effects on the wellness of human beings and can aid in a variety of health ailments. I was recently given the opportunity to try two Canfo products, FlushMe and EyeCare.

FlushMe is a proprietary blend of herbal extracts formulated to support the healthy cleansing and filtering functions of the liver, kidneys, colon, pancreas, spleen, and skin.

It is a quick 2 day cleanse that is meant to remove toxins from the body and digestive system. You are suppose to take a total of 12 capsules, 3 at a time for 2 days for this cleanse. This was my first time using a cleanse so I wasn't sure what to expect. FlushMe does not contain harmful stimulants or  laxatives but is 100% natural at eliminating waste in the body. While many cleansing programs last from one week to 14 days this one is suppose to be effective after just two. Without going into detail I found that I was using the bathroom a lot more then I usually do while taking FlushMe. I am guessing this was my body's way of cleaning itself out. I have heard horror stories from several friends who have tried cleanses only to feel sick with stomach cramps and nausea and weakness. I did not have this problem while using FlushMe. I had no side effects at all, but I am not sure if I felt any lighter or have more energy as Canfo claims when using this product. FlushMe can also be used as a daily dietary supplement.

 EyeCare focuses on the liver, providing it the nutrients it needs for overall liver health and wellness.*The liver is believed to nourish and moisten the eyes. When the liver is deficient in nutrients, common problems include blurry vision, myopia, “floaters” in the eyes, color blindness, or dry eyes. When there is “heat” in the liver, eyes are likely to be bloodshot, often with a painful or burning sensation. 

This 100% natural herbal supplement is designed to be taken 3 tablets at a time, twice daily for 10 days. I was very interested in this product first because it is designed for the heavy computer user which I am, and also because I have had issues with my eyes my whole life including blurry vision at times, near and far sightedness, amblyopia, and floaters. I don't know that I noticed any changes during my 10 days of using EyeCare but it is also designed to be taken as a supplement daily for continuing eye health and it might be worth trying out a little bit longer.

You can check out other Canfo Natural Products here.

How would you like to win the same two products I was given for my review? Canfo would like to offer one Girly Girl reader the chance to win both FlushMe and EyeCare.

To Enter: Leave me a comment telling me if there is another Canfo product 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 August 1, 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.

Kind Plus Review

About six months ago, maybe a bit more, in an attempt to break my crunchy chocolate hazelnut spread addiction, I sought out a healthier natural alternative (other than fruit) for my late evening snack. It had to satisfy in texture, taste and health. I spent several months taste testing cereal bars and nutrition bars, I found a bar I really like and have continued to try since called Kind Plus.

Kind Plus bars are perfectly textured and perfectly flavor balanced with nuts and fruit and sweetness. All Kind bars are made with natural ingredients, gluten-free and provide a good source of vitamins and minerals. Most bars I’ve tried in the past pack on the sweetness in their bars making it more junk food than health food, but I find the Kind bars do not taste junky at all. Even the company’s philosophy is perfectly relatable to me, “Be KIND to your body, your taste buds, and the world.”®

I have not tasted all the Kind Plus flavors available, but out of the 4-5 flavors I have tried and taste I found Cranberry Almond + Antioxidants to be my favorite flavor, followed by the Peanut Butter Dark Chocolate + Protein flavor. Before tasting this one, I assumed it would have a very heavy peanut buttery taste to it that would overpower the chocolate flavor, but it wasn’t like that at all. I was wrong. The peanut butter flavor was subtle and the flavor of the chocolate was perfect, not too sweet or too bland. I would love to see a Cranberry Almond + Antioxidants with chocolate added.

Penny pincher that I am, I wait for Kind Plus bars to go on sale before I buy them and then I stock up. Then when the cravings hit for that late night snack I go into my pantry and grab one of these. I wont lie, sometimes I grab two and sometimes I’ll have one for snack during the day, but the point is I’m not reaching for chocolate hazelnut spread anymore. Sure it helps that I’m not buying chocolate hazelnut spread anymore, but now I also no longer have this addictive need to buy it anymore either. 

Soleinail Review & Giveaway ~closed

I recently ran into this ETSY store called Soleinail.  They make custom 3d nail art on Press-on nails .

This past 6 months if you haven't noticed, all the rage is Deco Nails . Whether its with nail art or simple design , it most definitely is a MUST . Sometimes these custom designed nails can get pretty expensive but at Soleinails on ETSY they are super reasonable . The average price is $15.00 . They have the cutest designs from over the top 3d Deco to simple Beauty !

*GIVEAWAY *

This is a Beautiful pair of custom nails that Soleinail has donated to GGG !

To Enter: Leave a comment telling me what nails you LOVED the best on Soleinail Etsy Store . You can get extra entries for following GGG through GFC, Subscribing via email, liking us on Facebook and following via Twitter.

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This giveaway will end on July 21st , 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

Congrats to Our Lucky Winner : 

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Phillip Stein's Newest Arm Candy Review

Phillip Stein's Highly Desired Summer Watch !

This watch is beautiful for summer . With it's light weight feel & super fresh style .It has become the fave amongst all of Hollywood's front runners such as Selena Gomez , Dakota Fanning & not to mention Oprah ! With the Summer Olympics just around the corner , this dual face arm candy will help keep track of international time as well as keep you on track with all your appts!

Philip Stein watches also feature Natural Frequency Technology, which provides many health benefits including better overall well-being, increased focus, and improved sleep. Natural Frequency Technology in Philip Stein watches is based on key frequencies which are embedded on a metal disk found in every Philip Stein watch. Customers around the world have reported better sleep, more focus, and an overall improved well-being.

This Piece is most definitely an investment at $1500 dollars but Ive always thought that a good watch is worth keeping & passing down . Watches never really loose value or character . Age adds integrity & history to a piece.

If your looking for a good piece to add to your summer collection , consider Phillip Stein's Ceramic Dual Face Watch . Follow him on Facebook to keep up with his latest designs !