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It is not often that I purchase anything that is a luxurious treat to myself, especially when it comes to skin care. I have rough, dry skin, and usually things I’ll try tend to be on the clinical strength side of things. Typically with that, …
My skin overall usually is dry, unfortunately. In the winter, it can be very dry because of the cold. Nowadays in the summertime, really cold showers and the hot, dry climate can really take a toll on my skin. I’ve tried all kinds of lotions …
A few years ago, my husband and I spent a long weekend in Sonoma, California for a nice little getaway. With all of the wonderful wineries, restaurants and unique shops, it’s truly one of my favorite places to visit. While I was shopping on one of our many stops, I discovered a lotion that I absolutely adored. It was from the Sonoma Soap Company and the scent was called First Crush. When I was asked to review some products from the Sonoma Soap Company, I gladly said yes, but didn’t realize that this was the same lotion that I bought in Sonoma. When the box arrived and I opened it, I was totally jazzed to see it was the same brand that I discovered on that beautiful weekend trip!
Sonoma Soap Company was created with the romance, imagery and lifestyle of Sonoma Wine Country. Its products are naturally made, feel and smell so luxurious and come in generous sizes, which make them a truly affordable beauty buy. Sonoma Soap Company offers a full line of products including shampoos and conditioners, bath and shower gels, liquid hand soaps, bar soaps and body/hand lotions. Some of the key features of these products are:
• Biodegradable
• Made with recyclable packaging
• Paraben and SLS Free
• Artificial Color Free
• Synthetic Fragrance Free
• 100% Vegan–Vegetarian
• Cruelty Free-No Animal Testing
• Made with Natural Essential Oil Blends
Over the last week or so, I’ve been trying out all of the products that I received, which were some samples of the Shampoos and Conditioners, Body and Hand Lotions and the Bath and Shower Gel. All of the products come in three wonderful scents:
• Lavender Reserve – lavender is known worldwide for its calming, soothing benefits and its clean, sweet floral fragrance. This scent smells of Lavender Flower, Olive Leaf And Grape Seed Extracts.
• Citrus Medley – this scent will remind you of a fresh Sonoma citrus grove with its aromas of Pink Grapefruit, Sweet Orange,and Grape Seed Extracts
• First Crush – My favorite of the bunch. This scent has a natural aroma of freshly crushed Grape Seed and Red Raspberry Extracts.
Here are my overall thoughts on the products that I reviewed.
The Sonoma Soap Company Shampoos and Conditioners are all gentle enough for daily use and color-treated hair and are made with natural Essential Oil Blends. I really like the way the shampoo and conditioner made my hair smell and they lather up really nicely. I especially love that these come in travel sizes, so I can throw them into my travel bag and not be stuck using what might be available at the hotel.
The Hand and Body lotions are a real treat for the skin and they contain no artificial colors or fragrances and are made with essential oil blends. I’ve been carrying these around in my purse and apply them throughout the day at the office, as my skin can get very dry. These lotions keep my skin hydrated, feeling smooth and smelling absolutely heavenly.
Finally, the Natural Bath and Shower Gels are made with the same quality ingredients and can be used daily to keep your skin moisturized and clean. The gels have really added some invigoration to my boring (and sleepy) morning shower. There’s nothing quite like waking up to the smell of Sonoma!
Disclaimer: Kristine has personally reviewed the product listed above. She has not received any monetary compensation for her review but did receive a free product to try out so she could evaluate and use it for her review. Her thoughts & opinions in this review are unbiased & honest and your opinions may differ.
Summer is here and it’s in full swing. Along with summertime comes the tantalizing scents of coconut, lime, citrus, pineapple, cucumber and melons…to name just a few. It’s the time of the year that I enjoy most and I love all of the tropical fruit …
My skin has a lot of damage from years in the sun. I try and take good care of it now to protect it from any more damage from the harsh California rays. Getting outdoors without worry just got easier with an awesome mineral sunscreen …
It is scary to think about all of the chemicals that we are subject to day in and day out. Whether they are in our food or we are putting them on our body without knowing about it, the effects can be dangerous. It is not hard to find affordable, top quality organic bath and body products. Made From Earth has been a company that I have worked with several times over the years and I was thrilled to try out some of their items for review.
Bath and body skin care products are a staple that we cannot be without. But finding a company that produces organic items we can trust can be frustrating. Made From Earth offers a beautiful lineup of products that are all locally sourced from organic farms in the USA. So you know you are getting top quality ingredients.
I am a sucker for delicious bath bars and the ones I got to try are some of my favorites. I love citrus scents. They are so fresh and clean smelling. These bars are the right size for your hand. Not too big and not small. They are loaded with moisture and lather well. I love the clean, fresh scent and they last too!
Shower gels are great for cleansing when you want that highly moisturized foamy lather. Plus they are great for using with a loofah! That is how I use my shower gels the most. The Vitamin E + Citrus Body Wash comes in an easy to use bottle. Just squirt on a bit and go! Vitamin E is an antioxidant that your skin will love and it is known to help protect your skin from damage. The scents is delightful!
Another item that was included is this Cucumber Cooling Gel. This product is one of their newer items in the line up and it has so many awesome uses. Under the eye for bags and dark circles. Use it as an after sun gel that will cool and heal your skin. Loaded with vitamins like Vitamin C, Vitamin B5 and Vitamin E, it will help stimulate new cell growth. You can also use it to help even skin tone. It is a wonderful addition to your skin care regime. I have been using it every time I get out of the pool, after my shower. It feels great!
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Disclaimer: Chris received complimentary product for review purposes. Prize provided by Made From Earth. All Content on this site is Copyright of the Two Classy Chics All Rights Reserved.
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