Saturday, October 17, 2009

Skin Free Review and GIVEAWAY

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Thanks to my membership at Blog Friendly PR, I was able to connect with Julie Hilton, owner of Skin Free and practicing pharmacist who developed a line of 100% natural skin care products.



About Skin Free Products


Pharmacist formulated and doctor recommended patented formulas for delicate, sensitive and very dry or damaged skin.

* All Natural, Vegan Ingredients  
* No Perfumes  
* No Petroleum Products 
* No Harmful Chemicals 
* No Steroids 
* No Colorants
* No Greasy feeling
* No Animal Testing, Cruelty Free  
* Free Shipping on orders over $25
* Available on cvs.com and drugstore.com and walgreens.com


    My Review 

    Julie was so kind to send me a selection of products to try and I have to tell ya, I am really impressed by these products!  After reading the accompanying information brochure, I immediately went into action for a spa midday escapade complete with soothing music and candles. I started with the luxurious scrub.

    Skin Free™ Sweet & Smooth Sugar Scrub™

     
    First off, I was surprised by the large quantity you get with the scrub.  Following the suggested use, I gave myself a mini facial, used a little on my hands and feet for a manicure and pedicure, and then scrubbed the dead layer of skin from my elbows and legs.  I don't normally use salt scrubs because of their roughness, so the sugar in the Skin Free scrub was delightful.

    Skin Free™ Extra Moisturizing Liquid Soap




    After a nice long soak in the bath, I poured a small amount of the Extra Moisturizing Liquid Soap in my puff and lathered up.  It was a revitalizing and clean ending to my spa treatment, and will be a new addition to my daily shower. I am also super excited about this product because Skin Free will donate $1 from every purchase of this product to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Association for Breast Cancer research.

    Skin Free™ Super Moisture Butter Creme™


    I finished with the Super Moisture Butter Creme - the name for this product says it all.  The texture is creamy, not greasy and a little dollop goes a long way. I  liked that the lotion absorbed completely into my skin without having to rub too hard. I only wish it had been around when I was pregnant with the boys - would've prevented stretch marks.  I'm going to introduce this to my husband and older son because they both have really dry skin.   

    There you have it folks: a relaxing spa treatment at home resulting in smooth and moisturized skin equals one satisfied lady!

    THE GIVEAWAY:

    Thanks to Julie at Skin Free, a lucky winner  will receive a $30 Gift Certificate to Skin Free.net to try out their unique line of 100% natural skin care products.

    TO ENTER:

    Visit Skin Free, then come back to this post and leave a comment about your choice of Skin Free products.

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      Deadline to enter is 11:59 pm on Saturday, October 24, 2009; The winner will be chosen using Random.org, posted on this site and notified via email; Winner will have 48 hours to acknowledge win or another random winner will be chosen; Include a valid email address in your comments or in profile to be contacted; Only residents of U.S. are eligible to win.
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      Disclosure: This was a review and giveaway opportunity and not a paid endorsement. I received products in kind from Skin Free in order to provide an honest review of the company's productsNo other form of compensation was received. View my full disclosure policy here.
       

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      132 BRILLIANT COMMENTS:

      Amanda said...

      I would like to try the super moisture butter cream.
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      Coupon Teacher said...

      The acai scrub looks pretty good!

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      Ann said...

      I would like to try the sugar scrub...sound great for a home pedi.

      Ann said...

      I am a follower.

      Shooting Star said...

      I like the acai scrub!

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      Dina said...

      I would choose the Super Moisture Butter Creme™ - 8 fl. oz and the Extra Moisturizing Soap & Shampoo Bar.

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      mindy said...

      i like the daytime light moisture thanks minsthins at optonline dot net

      Alison said...

      My favourite is the Super Moisture Body Balm

      Stephanie said...

      I would love to try Whipped Tamanu Body Butter™ - sounds amazing!
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      afineday said...

      I would love to try the Skin Free Lite Moisturizer Cream for Daily Use.

      Thank you for the giveaway!

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      afineday said...

      I'm following you on twitter and tweeted about your Skin Free contest. @afineday

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      Kari @ p.s. love.love. said...

      I love this kind of stuff. I use products that are a natural line from a Nurse and since using her stuff, my skin is 100% changed. There are many items she doesn't carry that Skin Free carries so it was hard to decide what looked cool. I liked it all, but would have to say the Blemish Prone products would be a first try for me.

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      Emily N. said...

      Whipped Tamanu Body Butter

      kathy pease said...

      i would love to try the Skin Renewal System - 1 - $32.00

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      Courtney said...

      i would like the body butter

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      Nancy said...

      I would like to try the Daytime Light Moisture.

      cdziuba said...

      I like this: Skin Free Firming Matrix Creme for Face - 60 ml - $45.00

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      mverno said...

      the super moisture butter cream mverno@roadrunner.com

      ky2here said...

      I'd do the Skin Renewal Set.

      Anonymous said...

      i would like to try their super moisture butter cream
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      Neas Nuttiness said...

      Eczema Relief Kit - 1 - $25.00
      My husband could really use this.
      Thanks for the giveaway.

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      etirv said...

      I like the Super Moisture Butter Creme!

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      Madwoman-doing-cartwheels said...

      I would spend it on the Super Moisture Butter for sure as my skin is really terribly dry.

      Thanks for the chance!


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      vboackle said...

      i would like the acai scrub.

      SheilaBee said...

      I would love to try the About Face Power Pack . My 56 yr old skin need all the help it can get. I also love that they have scent free products.With scent allergies thats great to know.

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      Gerrie said...

      I have a son and a god-son with Exzema so I would love to try the Exzema relief kit fro them.
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      purango said...

      The Super Moisture Butter Cream looks great. garrettsambo@aol.com

      clc408 said...

      I like the Whipped Tamanu Body Butter. Thanks!

      roseh2o19 said...

      Whipped Tamanu Body Butter looks cool

      bekki1820cb said...

      I really want to try out the Sweet & Smooth Sugar Scrub! I could definitely use something like it. bekki1820cb@gmail.com

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      little bird said...

      i like the super moisture butter cream
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      courtneystoffel said...

      The Spa Scrub Pak looks awesome!

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      carmen said...

      I like the "Skin Free Firming Matrix Creme for Face". Sounds like just what I need!

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      ~Shelley~ said...

      I'd love to try the Super Moisture Butter Creme!

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      Darcy said...

      I would love to try the Spa Scrub Power Pak.

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      Anonymous said...

      I would like to try the Corrective Face Nectar.
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      kan2124 said...

      Super moisture body balm would be fantastic! Thanks for the opportunity!

      Katie said...

      The Eczema Relief Kit looks great!
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      msrodeobrat said...

      i would love the Skin Free Firming Matrix Creme for Face

      Kimberly said...

      I like the looks of the clay mask and lite moisturizer for blemish prone skin.

      Kimberly said...

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      Kimberly said...

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      terri142 said...

      The Corrective Face Nectar sounds like a product I could use.

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      Liz @ Sweetwatersavings said...

      There were a lot of great products I would love to try, but I would definitely get the soap for eczema for my young niece.

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      Gabriel J. said...

      I like the Whipped Tamanu Body Butter.

      heaventrees said...

      I like the Corrective Face Nectar.

      carmen said...

      I follow via Google Friend Connect

      carmen said...

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      Smooshy said...

      i want the daytime light moisture!

      denyse said...

      The Exzema relief Kit would be great.

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      snakersolid said...

      i like the Eczema Relief Kit

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      Julie said...

      I would like my daughter to try the eczema relief kit

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      Leslie said...

      I think I could really benefit from the acaia scrub for sparkling skin.

      Shooting Star said...

      I would like to try the super moisture butter cream.

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      Shooting Star said...

      I'm a follower

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      pat jasmin said...

      g cream butter cream sounds good

      Candie L said...

      I like the spa scrub power pak. Thank you

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      lilshuga2001 said...

      i heart the super moisture butter cream!!!!

      Pamela S said...

      I'd like to try the whipped Tamanu Body Butter Thanks so much! pamelashockley(AT)netscape(DOT)net

      Garner5 said...

      I would love to try the After Shower Moisture Spritz and Niaouli Butter Stick!
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      Garner5 said...

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      dvice said...

      I like the Acai Scrub for Sparkling Skin

      Naddez said...

      I like the Super Moisture Butter.

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      Jennifer said...

      I would love to try the Niaouli Scrub for Blemish Prone Skin. Thanks for the giveaway!

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      Gianna said...

      Corrective Face Nectar & Extra Moisturizing Soap & Shampoo Bar :)

       
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