Terralina Ultimate Collection in Recycled Gift Box Review and Giveaway 9/24 WINNER CLOSED

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Shel said...

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shel704 at aol dot com

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Thanks to all those who entered!

I have a common theme with this blog and it's to try to share products that are healthier alternatives to most over the counter ones we have been using for years.  You never really think of the products we purchase as being dangerous as we are a trusting society.  We entrust the products we consume as being made of quality products that will not cause harm.  One thing for the internet is the surge in information sharing and I can't be happier on that aspect although sometimes, too much information is not good either!  As I move along life's journey of bliss and sometimes non-bliss, I've been awakened with the appearance of wrinkles and more.  Nothing how I want to stay youthful looking longer, I understand that I must be healthy.  When I decided about a year ago to start looking for more products that are healthier for myself and my children, it opened the door for information.  This is where blogging has come in handy as I get to try all sorts of products and write about them.  


This post is about an opportunity I received as a Mama Buzz participant for Terralina® skincare products.   Terralina® is the baby of two cousins who wanted to create better products for us lovely women while we're pregnant and this is perfect as my oldest is just about due.  With a healthier, superior skincare line  desired, they moved forward with this great line of products.  Terralina® is made of high quality natural ingredients and you can click here to read more.


My daughter reviewed the Ultimate Collection in a recycled gift box which consisted of:



Terralina Gentle Facial Cleanser (3.4 oz) - Sulfate-free formula
Contains oat and bark extracts to cleanse, willow herb and chamomile to soothe, and olive oil to moisturizer the skin.

Terralina Gentle Toner (6.7 oz) - Contains sugar cane, birch and witch hazel extracts to refine the pores, and algae, aloe and chamomile to soothe the skin.

Terralina Gentle Facial Moisturizer (1.5 oz) - Contains antioxidant-rich olive oil and white tea to help combat the damage of free radicals and signs of aging, hyaluronic acid and squalane to hydrate the skin and lupine protein extract to help increase the skin’s firmness and elasticity.

Terralina Gentle Facial Exfoliator (2.75 oz) - Revitalizes your complexion, cleanses pores and improves skin texture.

Terralina Body Lotion (8 oz) - Contains your choice of our lightly scented regular or fragrance free Body Lotion. Sandalwood, barley extracts, olive and shea butter to provide the ultimate hydration, while jojoba and soy-based ceramide protect skin and lock-in moisture.

Each product was light on application and not heavy.  The light scents were not overpowering and intoxicating.  The Terralina Gentle Facial Exfoliator was one of her favorites so I had to sneak and try it too.  I loved the feel it left my face and it was abrasive but not too abrasive.  It was a perfect combination of both that left my face feeling soft, invigorated and clean.


The Terralina Gentle Facial Moisturizer was refreshing on her skin.  Although she's not really old enough to see any improvements, aged 22, she might offset some if she continues to use it.  She liked the light cleansing properties and did not suffer from any reactions.  She's ultra sensitive to smells and this did not affect her.


The Terralina Body Lotion was again, light and silky smooth.  The bottle had a snap top making it easy to open and close and went on easily.  The scent was not overpowering and it did not leave a greasy feel.  Again, another star product by Terralina.


The Terralina Toner had a light tingly property to it but left her face feeling cool and clean.  The extra step is something she normally does not do and she noticed her skin felt soft after the entire regime.

   

Overall, she liked the products and would recommend it.  She's very concerned, as I am, about products that are harmful and this made her feel better that she was using something that was all natural.


You can purchase Terralina individually or as a collection and right now with the stock up sale, you can buy a product and get an identical one free by clicking here and check out Terralina in the press by clicking here.


Other information:

• Free shipping on orders of $30 or more
• 30 day satisfaction guarantee
• Never tested on animals
• Committed to environmentally sensitive business practices.  They specifically under-package their products and use recycled, reusable and recyclable materials, and encourage reusability of some of their packaging.

Terralina Collection Price: 


$138; Buy one get one free right now and get 10% off by using code: MAMABUZZ10




The Giveaway:


One lucky winner will receive their own Terraline!


To Enter:


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Extra Entries (worth one entry unless noted):

• Like Terralina on Facebook
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Giveaway ends 9/24 at midnight (EST)

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This is a Mama Buzz review. The product was provided by: Terraline for this review.

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2010 Mom Spark Media Holiday Gift Guide

Christmas is coming and I can't wait!  I know some are grumbling and thinking I'm crazy for looking forward to it so soon but it's my favorite time of the year.  If you want to make gift giving easier, sign up for the 2010 Mom Spark Media Holiday Gift Guide where you can find holiday gift recommendations, special coupon codes, videos and amazing giveaways.

Join the holiday gift guide e-mail list here.


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EasyLunchboxes.com Review and Giveaway 9/24 - WINNER CLOSED

CONGRATULATIONS TO ...

amy16323 said...

for my 2nd grader whos been wanting to pack for a long time
amy16323(at)gmail(dot)com

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Thanks to all those who entered!

My mornings are so hectic and I'm trying to get into a routine and haven't done too bad so far but am trying to make a better habit of looking at the school's lunch menu the night before so I'm not left scrambling for something quick to throw together that is also healthier.  School lunches are difficult when you have a picky eater or one that likes to have all their food separate and not touching which is where this wonderful product that I received complimentary called Easy Lunchboxes comes into play.  


This eco-friendly, BPA, lead, vinyl and PVC free powerhouse of a lunch kit is perfect for anyone who takes a lunch.  They are created to nest together thus avoiding taking up a lot of space, comes in a variety of colors to appeal to anyone's likes and because you have a choice, you can change out your color per day.

  

The food containers are in three compartments easily fitting a sandwich and two sides that creates less waste and saves money as you don't have plastic baggies.  The single lid fits over the Bento box and the EasyLunchbox container fits into the matching convenient lunch bag.  It's so versatile that not only is my daughter using it for school but my other daughter's fiancé has tried it out for himself.  He really likes it and coming from an almost 21 year old, that shows it's not too feminine!

  

When you have the containers and the bag it really does equate to an EasyLunchbox System that will save money, time, reduce wastes and provide a healthier alternative to plastics.  This system allows for more convenience when selecting the foods you want to pack to promote healthier choices at least in my house.  I also like that the bag is large enough to hold an ice pack and a drink.  The lunch cooler material can also be personalized as what I did in my house by adding an iron on and rhinestones to make it more girly for my seven year old.


You can see how easy it is here:




Priced at only $7.95 for five great colors of bags and $13.95 for four containers and lids, it really is a great deal.  We recommend the EasyLunchbox.com system for both children and adults.

 

  

You can purchase here and you can get free shipping on orders of $50 or more within the continental US (before applicable taxes).  Don't forget to check out the Neat Ideas section too


The Giveaway:


You can also enter to win your very own system here as one lucky winner will receive one!


To Enter:


Follow my blog and tell me who you would like this EasyLunchbox system for.


Extra Entries (worth one entry unless noted otherwise):

• Follow EasyLunchboxes.com on Twitter
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• Sign up for the EasyLunchboxes.com newsletter
• Follow me on Twitter
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• Subscribe to my blog
• Tweet about this giveaway (can be done daily)
• Blog about this giveaway (worth five entries) - please leave url

Giveaway ends 9/24 at midnight (EST)

Winner chosen by random.org and thank you for entering!

This product review and/or giveaway was made possible by Mom Spark Media.

Fall Things to Do in Georgia

Experience arts and culture from around the world at Augusta's Fall Festivals. The Arts in the Heart of Augusta festival spans three days and exposes visitors to the food, art and culture of 35 countries. Great food and entertainment can be found at the Greek and Hispanic Festivals.

The Westobou Festival is a 10-day showcase of visual and performing arts. In its third year, featured artists include Al Green, Del McCoury and the Preservation Hall Jazz Band and Philip Morseberger.

With a number of museums, galleries and theatres, there is always an opportunity to experience the arts in Augusta. Visit their website for more event listings.

FORT DISCOVERY

50% off admission after 3:00 p.m. at National Science Center's Fort Discovery

MORRIS MUSEUM OF ART

FREE admission on Sundays.

 AUGUSTA 

Located inside the Augusta Museum of History (on the corner of 6th & Reynolds), the Visitor Center is your one-stop location for Augusta souvenirs and memorabilia.

• 15% off Georgia Peach Cookies through 9/30/10
• 20% off select t-shirts during the month of October
• 15% off Peach Jam during the month of November
• Mention this email and get a free driving tour CD!

Calendar of Events

09.03 10.01 11.05

FIRST FRIDAY A festival downtown the First Friday of every month.

09.16  - 09.18

ARTS IN THE HEART 3-day festival featuring music, dance, fine art, ethnic food, and much more.

09.16 - 09.25

WESTOBOU FESTIVAL 10 days of dance, music, theater and visual arts.

09.26

ESi IRONMAN 70.3 AUGUSTA The world's largest IronMan event.

10.08 - 10.10

GREEK FESTIVAL 3-day festival featuring music, dance, crafts, and authentic Greek cuisine.

10.22 - 10.24

SUMMERVILLE TOUR OF HOMES Tour beautiful Southern homes in one of Augusta's most historic neighborhoods.

Courtesy of Augusta Georgia Play

FREE WEEK of Music Lessons for Kids Ages 7-18

School of Rock is offering One2One Network members, family and friends a FREE WEEK at participating locations through October 31st. 

 

School of Rock is the national leader in music education and has been teaching kids how to amaze audiences for more than ten years. They offer lessons in guitar, bass, vocals, drums and keyboards for kids ages 7 – 18. No experience necessary just eagerness to learn - School of Rock knows the best way to learn is by doing!

 

The school's mission is to inspire kids to rock on stage and in life!  We love to rock and in support of their mission, we are kicking off a campaign to spread the word about the free week offer on Blogs, Twitter andFacebook. 

FREE WEEK at SCHOOL OF ROCK available NOW

* Includes one private trial lesson (30-45 min) and one Rock 101 group class (90 min).* To redeem call 866-371-0557, use code SORBLOG

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* Complete the online form and input the SORBLOG code in the Questions/Comments field and the school will contact you directly.

 

* Free week must be completed by Oct. 31, 2010

 

* Offer available at participating locations and is subject to scheduling and availability.
* Must mention code SORBLOG when contacting the school to receive the free week.

Zulily Tea Collection for Boys and Girl Sale & Upcoming Sales

Tea Boys & Girls had lined up something special for their Zulily debut by offering a beautiful selection of clothing for girls and boys.  Their signature styles will be available at a great price.

 

 

About Tea:

Tea, based in San Francisco, designs distinctive apparel collections inspired by the beauty we discover in our travels around the world.  From the art of traditional Korean patchwork to the graphic boldness of Brazilian street graffiti, Tea designers interpret our discoveries into beautiful, modern and consummately wearable clothes for children and women.          

We’re Tea. We go there. Across the globe. And across the street. Turning our experiences into original designs of unique beauty, modern style and easy comfort. It’s how we bring you the world. Come along with us. And definitely bring your kids.

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Zulily will have Expressiva nursing wear this coming Thursday so you don't want to miss it!

About Expressiva: Expressiva Nursingwear has a mission: to make breastfeeding a fashionable experience. This smart company designs tops, tunics, dresses, and nightgowns that allow you to nurse discreetly. These pieces are so cute and soft, you'd probably want to wear them even if you weren't nursing.  We were lucky enough to gather summer-ready favorites, so you can grab your favorites and wear them right away

Have a cutie?  

Zulily is on the lookout for the next cutie to be featured on our member sign-in page, and one Zulily fan will win!  We are hosting a photo contest to find the perfect Zulily cutie.  Fans of the site can submit a photo of their little ones to their contest at http://www.zulily.com/cutie

Weekly winners are decided by voting and will receive a $10 shopping credit. 

At the end of the month, Zulily will select a grand prize winner who will be featured on Zulily’s member log-in page and win a $20 shopping credit.  A fun way to win fame on their site!

"Rumpled to Runway" Fashion Show to Benefit Ovarian Cancer Month

The Ovarian Cancer Research Fund is the leading organization to fund cutting-edge research focused on finding a method for early detection and, ultimately, a cure for ovarian cancer. Because of these research efforts, there is hope for the women who battle this disease and the people who love them. Electrolux and Kelly Ripa are proud to support this important cause.  

Here are some easy ways you can help:

• Today, you can watch a live event, Rumpled to Runway today at 1 pm on www.kellyconfidential.com.   This special fashion show to help raise awareness for ovarian cancer and funds to support ovarian cancer research is going to happen today so don't miss it.  You can RSVP here.  As part of the MomSelect group, I wanted to share this important cause and event.
• Every day you press the Perfect Steam™ button online to take your garments from rumpled to runway-ready, Electrolux will donate $1 to OCRF², plus you'll be entered for a chance to win a shopping spree between $50 and $250 and the grand prize: a luxury washer and dryer from Electrolux³.
• Not only is Electrolux donating $200 for every pair of Turquoise Sky Perfect Steam washer/dryer combo are purchased, but when you visit www.kelly-confidential.com, Electrolux will donate $1 to the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund.

You can also follow along at Facebook/KellyConfidential and on Twitter @KCbyElectrolux.

You can also learn more about Ovarian cancer research here.

Details:

¹ From 9/8/10 to 9/30/10, Electrolux will donate $200 to OCRF for every Turquoise Sky Perfect Steam™ washer/dryer pair purchased at participating retailers in the US, with a maximum of $100K

² From 9/8/10 to 9/30/10, Electrolux will donate $1 each time the Perfect Steam™ button is pressed online with a minimum of $35K and a maximum of $40K.

³ NO PURCHASE OR DONATION NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. Each day during the Sweepstakes Period that you press the Perfect Steam™ button at www.kelly-confidential.com or at www.facebook.com/KellyConfidential, you are automatically entered for a chance to win a gift card and an Electrolux washer and dryer. Sweepstakes period: 9/8/10 to 9/30/10. Must be a legal resident of the 48 contiguous U.S. or D.C., 21 or older. Subject to Official Rules, available here. Void where prohibited. Kelly's Perfect Steam Sweepstakes sponsored by Electrolux Home Products, Inc.

(Disclaimer:  I have posted this because I want to raise awareness but I also am entering to win a gift card)

Kohana: Connect with Nature Review and Giveaway 9/24 - WINNER CLOSED

CONGRATULATIONS TO ....


MARGARET!


An e-mail has been sent and Margaret has 48 hours to respond before a new winner is selected via random.org.


Thanks to all those who entered and check out Kohana for great natural products to leave you skin so soft!

What seemed like not too long ago but was actually three year's ago, we resided on one of the beautiful islands of Hawaii.  If you have never been fortunate to visit one of the islands, you have no idea what you are missing.  Some might think it's all hype but it's truly a magical experience in nature and beauty.  When we lived there, we would walk to the store and could see Pearl Harbor in the distance and an oasis of flowers, flowering trees and shrubs.  When we took a drive, we could view an eyeful of lush tropical beauty in many forms.  Whether we wanted to see the amazing vibrant blue of the bay, the tropical view of the mountains or just relax beachside, Hawaii has it all.  With the thoughts of Hawaii, it reminds me of natural beauty and that way of life has led to a luxurious line of natural and organic bath and beauty products created by Kohana. 

I received two complimentary products by Kohana and in the spirit of providing a well thought out, thorough review, I used each product for six weeks.  I loved both products after the first use but I wanted to see if I would continue to like them for a longer duration.   The first product I tried is the Kohana Lavender Sugar Scrub priced at $18.00.   This scrub is made of organic sugar and exotic lavender butter that exfoliates and nourishes the skin.  

The scrub is easy to use with application by a small scooping out with the fingers while massaging in circular motions on the dry areas.  The skin feels wonderful as it's not too harsh and there is an immediate softness felt.  The softness lasts longer than just leaving the bath and really delivers.  The aroma is not too strong and just right.  I love sugar scrubs but this is my favorite to date.  I love how my skin feels afterwards and how it's not an oily feel.

The second product I reviewed is the Kohana Lavender Butter Creme priced at $22.00.   This creme is made from pure lavender essential oil, healing herbs and distillate waters.  It's a soothing, light, non-greasy creme that leaves your skin soft and nourished.  Lavender is used for its soothing, calming and restorative properties.  It's also knowns for it's anti-inflammatory effects not to mention the soothing fragrance that is light and airy and not too powerful.


Another great quality is it can be used on the face or body.  It is not thick so it can be applied easily and it doesn't require a lot to nourish the skin.  I liked the feel, how my skin improved in appearance and texture and how I could apply the Lavender Butter Creme without having an overpowering intoxicating odor when I left.  

Both products are wonderful and the fact that they are organic is a plus for me.  I am moving away from many toxic products and am so happy that there are products such as this available.  I would definitely recommend Kohana products.

  

Customers can shop by collection or by product:


Collection:

• Archipelago Ocean Therapy
• Hawaiian Rain Forest
• Jasmine Green Tea
• Kona Coffee
• Pala'au Spa

Product:

• Bath
• Face
• Moisturizers
• Scrubs
• Gifts
• Specials

About Kohana:


Exotic butters and extraordinary ingredients such as macadamia nut butter, matcha green tea butter, and lavender butter as well as organic coconut oil, rich Kona coffee and green papaya enzymes have been incorporated to beautify the skin. Rare flower extracts like jasmine and fresh ginger essential oil are among the fragrant scents evoking the atmosphere of the Hawaiian islands. Hawaiian red Alaea sea salt and kukui nut oil provide therapeutic properties to rejuvenate the skin. 


Kohana was born out of love for the beautiful tropical islands of Hawaii. Christie Wanlass and her family began visiting the Hawaiian islands more than twenty years ago. She fell in love with the beauty of the islands and has never felt quite so welcome or at home. Dealing with severe eczema her entire life, she was always looking for effective skin care products that would moisturize and heal her dry and cracked skin. Upon her first visit to the island of Kauai, her skin responded to the sun, the humidity and the minerals of the deep blue Hawaiian waters of the Pacific. Her skin felt healthy and deeply moisturized by the natural elements.


After several years of visiting the islands, Christie began experimenting with some of the tropical oils and butters on her own skin. She found dry skin relief and improvement in her eczema when making simple salves formulated with kukui nut oil and mango butter. These simple experimentations have evolved


Special Offer:


Right now you can save with the "Goodbye Summer, Hello Fall!" special of buy one/get one free. Buy a body creme and receive a free scrub here.


Free ground shipping when you spend $75 or more


Stay up to date by checking out Kohana's blog here.

The Giveaway:


One lucky reader will receive their very own Lavender Sugar Scrub (and you will love it)!


To Enter:


Follow my blog and tell me which product from Kohana you think you would like the most.


Extra Entries (worth two unless noted otherwise):

• Sign up for Kohana's newsletter
• Follow Kohana's blog
• Tweet about this giveaway (can be done daily)
• Blog about this giveaway (worth five entries)

Giveaway ends 9/24 at midnight (EST) - winner chosen by random.org

US only please