Wednesday, October 12, 2011

Product Review & GIVEAWAY: SKIN Organic Body Care

Alright folks, I have discovered a fabulous new organic product line to share with you!  I am so excited about it!  The company is called SKIN -- a complete body care line free of chemicals, parabens, fragrances, and preservatives.  I love it because SKIN is completely organic and natural.  Check out SKIN's product ratings on the Skin Deep Cosmetic Database from the Environmental Working Group.

SKIN was founded by Stephanie Simkins who has a passion for organic eating and holistic healing.  She saw the need for truly natural beauty care products and created her SKIN line using organic oils and botanicals.  Her products are designed to nourish and heal your skin, specifically formulated with food-grade ingredients such as green tea, fruit extracts, and coconut oil.  Stephanie was so sweet to send Dave and I a goodie bag of her products to test out and review.  And I must say, we were both deeply impressed by the quality and results.  It has been almost 3 months since we began using her facial cleanser, toner and moisturizers and our skin has never looked or felt better!

My favorites from SKIN are the Lemon Aid Face Wash, Lemon Fresh Toner, and Daily Greens Cream.  The face wash is like no other I've ever used.  I have combination skin, so it's always hard to find a good cleanser that gets rid of the oily buildup without drying me out.  Well, SKIN's Lemon Aid Face Wash is PERFECT!  Any blemishes are healed up after one or two washes.  Followed up with the Lemon Fresh Toner, and my pores are tight and face glowing afterward.  I like the use the Daily Greens Cream around my eyes and along my cheek bones.  It is infused with green tea which helps to neutralize free radicals, and amped up with vitamins and minerals.  I noticed after a couple weeks use my eyes were less puffy and those dark circles that came with my pregnancy were diminishing.

I encourage all of you to check out this fabulous product line.  And fellas, take it from my husband: he's IN LOVE with the cleanser from SKIN!  It's not just for the ladies!  And I've been using the Lemon Mousse Hand & Body Cream on baby Austin's bottom when he needs a little diaper rash refreshening.  Works like a charm!  These products will be featured on my Healing Cuisine's Christmas Gift List this year for sure.

GIVEAWAY

I have great news for you.  Stephanie has generously offered to share the same product package she sent use with one of you!  The Giveaway Contest will run from Wednesday October 12th until Monday October 17th at 9:00am.  I will use Random.org to select the winner and announce it here at Healing Cuisine at 11:00am on Monday, October 17th.  One lucky winner (open to U.S. residents only) will receive one each of the following shipped directly to your door:

Lemon Mousse Hand & Body Cream
Apricot Eyes Eye Makeup Remover
Lemon Aid Face Wash
Tropical Orange Hand Cream
Naked Face Wash (unscented)
Lemon Fresh Toner
Daily Greens Hydrating Repair Cream

HOW TO ENTER

There are three ways to enter:

MANDATORY: Visit SKIN's website, check out the products page, and come back here to leave a comment about which product you'd like to try the most and why.

Additional ways to enter:

1.)  "Like" Skin, Organic Body Care and Healing Cuisine on Facebook

2.)  Share this giveaway via Twitter (@EliseJSchwartz) and/or Facebook (@Healing Cuisine) being sure to link back to me so I see you did it.


GOOD LUCK to each one of you!  These are amazing products that I know you'll love, and your skin will thank you :)  See you back here on MONDAY to announce the winner!
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37 comments:

  1. JenOctober 12, 2011 at 8:40 PM

    Ohhhh, a Skin giveaway! I have been using Skin products for a few months. I have problematic acne prone skin. I like both the Naked face wash and the Lemon Aid wash. I also like the Clay mask. I would love to try some of the other products, particulary the toner.

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  2. KimOctober 12, 2011 at 10:15 PM

    Love Skin!!! My absolute favorite product is Apricot Eyes-eye makeup remover. So gentle! Smells great, too! My whole family likes Limeberry.

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  3. JammieOctober 12, 2011 at 10:41 PM

    Oh this line looks awesome! I can't decide between the Lemon Aid Face Wash and the Hydrating Face Serum. I LOVE the scent of lemon/citrus! And I could use some hydration too. Thanks for hosting this giveaway!

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  4. simplynutritiouskateOctober 12, 2011 at 10:53 PM

    I want to try the clay!

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  5. simplynutritiouskateOctober 12, 2011 at 10:55 PM

    like on facebook!

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  6. staciehOctober 12, 2011 at 11:34 PM

    I'm looking for something that's safe to use while pregnant and effective on acne so I'd love to try the lemon aid face wash!

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  7. JanelleOctober 13, 2011 at 12:03 AM

    SO excited! I've been so frustrated lately trying to find a new product line, toxin-free, for my fickle face. I'd love to try the Lemon Aid and the Lemon Fresh Toner.

    Thank you, Elise & Stephanie!

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  8. Christina Murphy LuskOctober 13, 2011 at 8:32 AM

    I would love to try the unscented Naked face products...as we've been getting off of all the "bad" stuff and switching to the Advanced plan in our home, I have discovered that when I used my skin care (my "normal" stuff), I feel queasy, and I think at least part of it is the scent! I would love to try skincare that matches my new lifestyle! Thanks for the chance!

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  9. KristinOctober 13, 2011 at 9:06 AM

    I would love to try the Skin's Rosey Plum Day Moisturizer. I love the feel of soft skin! I love that it is described as light as well!

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  10. AnonymousOctober 13, 2011 at 9:46 AM

    I would love the naked face wash! I have such a hard time finding a natural face wash I feel confident in, and actually works. Thanks for this great giveaway!

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  11. LorettaOctober 13, 2011 at 10:30 AM

    I'd love to try the clay! Sounds like something fun and indulgent for a new mom! Thanks for the giveaway Elise!

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  12. SarahOctober 13, 2011 at 11:39 AM

    I would love to try the Lemon Aid Face Wash. Lemon is so refreshing and I love the smell!

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  13. JennyOctober 13, 2011 at 12:51 PM

    I'd like to try Skin's Claramint lip balm. I am trying to break the habit of using chapstick, etc. and would love something new to try.

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  14. JennyOctober 13, 2011 at 12:53 PM

    ... and I tweeted :)

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  15. DangerbunnyOctober 13, 2011 at 1:41 PM

    Oh those do look good, I'd have to say I'm most interested in the Daily Greens cream since my skin is uber sensitive, gets inflamed from just about everything (honestly never found anything that doesn't make my skin freak out a little, usually use plain almond oil) and the fall weather is making everything dry out. Also should like to try the Lemon Aid, since I've been pregnant my skin has been in an uproar.

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  16. christiemsOctober 13, 2011 at 2:25 PM

    Wow, so many to choose from! I think I'd try the orange body wash first.

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  17. Isaac and Amanda MontillaOctober 13, 2011 at 3:14 PM

    Alright I definitely want to try the Lemon Mousse
    Hand and Body cream. My hands are so dry
    From washing dishes, the weather, and I am a
    Massage therapist. I have had a hard time finding
    A hand cream that works plus safe for my skin. Thanks!

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  18. KristenBOctober 13, 2011 at 4:03 PM

    I've been wanting to change facial cleansing products. The Naked Face Unscented Face Wash looks great! I also liked on fb. THANKS!!

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  19. Katy LudwigOctober 13, 2011 at 8:34 PM

    I checked out the "Skin" site as you suggested and am excited to try the "Naked" face and body care products in particular. I can hardly wait to help you spread the good news about these wonderful products to friends, family, and co-workers!

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  20. UnknownOctober 14, 2011 at 10:35 PM

    Hey Elise :) sweet giveaway!
    I wanna try the hand cream.. washing my hands a gazillion times at the hospital drys them out tons, I keep trying new products. The face wash would be awesome to try-I have combo skin too.
    ..and of course I like you on FB :)

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  21. Emily N.October 15, 2011 at 9:59 PM

    I want to try the Lemon Mousse Hand Cream because my hands get so dry in the winter and I love the scent of lemon.

    emilynwins at gmail dot com

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  22. Emily N.October 15, 2011 at 10:02 PM

    tweeted
    https://twitter.com/#!/prizepuzzle/status/125390857942732800

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  23. Heather DavidsonOctober 16, 2011 at 1:04 PM

    Wow! These look like amazing products! I would like to try the clay for a good face exfoliation and also the cranberry orange salt scrub for the rest of the body.

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  24. Hannah BaldwinOctober 16, 2011 at 1:15 PM

    The eye-makeup remover! No matter what I try, my skin is left feeling oily when I take the time to remove my eye-makeup...so sadly, I usually just rinse with water & call it good.

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  25. Lisa MarieOctober 16, 2011 at 6:14 PM

    I would love to try the Lemon Aid Face Wash, as I also have combo skin, as this sounds like it would work for me. Thanks for letting us know about such a wonderful product!

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  26. AnonymousOctober 16, 2011 at 8:26 PM

    I'd love to try the Lemon Lips!

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  27. .ambre. @ LivingAsOfTheDayOctober 16, 2011 at 10:06 PM

    Apricot Mango eye cream looks great!

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  28. moeigenOctober 16, 2011 at 11:24 PM

    These look like amazing products! I don't have a face cleanser I like so I really want to try the lemon aid face wash. The detoxifying mask sounds awesome too. I need the moisture though in the CO air!

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  29. moeigenOctober 16, 2011 at 11:29 PM

    Liked on Facebook!

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  30. MelanieOctober 17, 2011 at 12:43 AM

    I would like to try the Lemon Aid Face Wash. I know lemon is good for getting rid of acne.

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  31. MelanieOctober 17, 2011 at 12:47 AM

    I "liked" it on facebook and have "liked" Healing Cuisine for a while now!

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  32. MelaOctober 17, 2011 at 12:52 AM

    I shared the giveway on facebook!

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  33. MelanieOctober 17, 2011 at 12:53 AM

    I shared the giveaway on facebook!

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  34. JanelleOctober 17, 2011 at 7:12 AM

    I liked on facebook too! ;)

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  35. samanthaOctober 17, 2011 at 10:59 AM

    i would like to try the lemon aid facewash! i have never heard of this line before - sounds exciting! i need a change to something natural!

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  36. Jenn SpencerOctober 26, 2011 at 2:51 AM

    I would love to try the Skin's Rosey Plum Day Moisturizer.

    Thanks!
    Jenn from How to Make Hair Bows
    learnquilling@gmail.com

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  37. Jenn SpencerOctober 26, 2011 at 2:51 AM

    I liked Skin, Organic Body Care and Healing Cuisine on Facebook!

    Thanks!
    Jenn from How to Make Hair Bows
    learnquilling@gmail.com

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