When I did my first post about Mermaid’s Purse Natural Organics in August, I left out 2 amazing products that I received and wanted to come back and tell you about. If you are a new reader and weren’t here when I first did my post, click here to read about the company- they are AWESOME!
Ella and I have been battling some sinus stuff for the past 2-3 weeks. (Luckily we are better now!!) Ella had her first yucky, stuck all over her face and hair, endless runny nose. All I can say is EWW!! The child has an amazing immune system and the last time she was truly sick was when she was 9 months old- which was 2 years ago. Of course she’s had a runny nose every once in a while, but it would only last 1 day and was nothing like this. So when she came down with a cough and couldn’t breathe I was really glad I had Mermaid’s Purse Natural Organic Vapor Cream Rub on hand! As soon as I opened the bottle I was able to breathe! It worked wonders for Ella at night time and allowed her to get a good nights rest instead of staying up wheezing. The Vapor Cream Rub is made with all natural herbs, organic extracts and organic oils. Though, I did put too much on Ella one night and she had a small break out. It was my fault for trying to put it on her in the middle of the night in the dark… so be careful how much you use if your child has sensitive skin. Even if it is pure, organic and natural oils, Ella will break out if too much is used. But I found that a small dab, about the size of a dime, is enough to be effective. I had been using it for 2 nights before the breakout occurred, so I’m positive it was from putting too much on.
I compared the Mermaid’s Purse Vapor Rub to an old baby vapor rub I had gotten at my baby shower and I could really tell a difference! I like how the Vapor Cream Rub is a cream instead of balm. I don’t like that balms are sticky, even after it’s rubbed in. We have cats, dogs and lots of fuzzy blankets, so there’s nothing like waking up feeling dirty from hair and fuzz stuck to you. I put on the old vapor rub and it barely opened up my sinuses. I then washed it off and put on the Vapor Cream Rub. Instantly my sinuses were opened and I felt a difference in my chest. You know when you’re sick how your chest feels heavy… well it felt like a weight was lifted. Sorry I couldn’t phrase that better- it’s been a long weekend! Since it is the flu and cold season, I highly recommend you going over to Mermaid’s Purse and buying a bottle. You can get .5 oz for only $4 or 2 oz for $11.
The other product I didn’t talk about was their Herbal Soaps. I have to admit, I’ve never really been a soap person. I usually use scrubs once a week or a body wash. I refuse to spend extra $$ on shaving creams and body washes have always worked well. But since I loved every other product I got to review from Mermaid’s Purse and this is the product that got her started, I gave it a try… and my view on soap has changed!
Measha, the owner of Mermaid’s Purse, made soap with her grandmother, who made soap with her own grandmother. So it is a talent that has been passed down through many generations. And now I can totally see why. Most bar soaps I’ve used in the past have left my skin feeling dry and never could work for shaving. After I used the Tee Tree Herbal Soap a few times and realized how soft it left my skin, I decided to be brave and try shaving my legs with the soap. It was perfect! The blade cut smoothly and no cuts. The Tea Tree is made out of aponified Oils of Olive, Palm Kernel, Castor, Organic Shea Butter, White Kaolin Clay, and 100% pure Tea Tree Essential Oil. It has a very subtle scent, which I really like. Tea Tree is also known for its antibacterial and antifungal properties. It’s good for acne, athletes foot, and other skin irritations. After I read that, I used it on Ella and no break outs. Just squeaky clean smooth skin. 🙂 Mermaid’s Purse has over 20 Herbal Soaps to choose from for all skin types.
Measha, being the generous person that she is, wants to give 1 lucky reader 5 Herbal Soaps of their choice! She also wants to give all of my readers a 10% off for the next year!! Mermaid’s Purse also has body butters, shampoos, massage oils, baby products, natural deodorants, salves, mineral soaks, and much more- all made with 100% organic and natural ingredients.
The Discount: You can make any purchase at Mermaid’s Purse Natural Organics and get 10% off until December 2010! Just enter mermaids10 at the checkout.
The Giveaway: 1 winner will receive 5 Herbal Soaps of their choice from Mermaid’s Purse!
Rules: You have until 11:59 p.m. EST October 18, 2009 to enter. The winner will be chosen by random.org and announced after they respond to the winning email. The winner has 48 hours to respond to the winning email, or a new winner will be chosen. You must leave your email address! This contest is open to EVERYONE.
How to Enter: Visit Mermaid’s Purse and tell me which 5 Herbal Soaps you would choose if you win. Click on “Comments” to leave your post. Make sure to leave your email address!! I cannot contact the winner without it!
EXTRA entries: You must complete the “How To Enter” before making any extra entries. Make sure you leave a comment for each extra entry and tell me which one.
2. Become a fan of Mkokopelli on FB, Mkokopelli on Twitter, or Follow my blog
3. Subscribe to my blog by email (on the right sidebar) You must verify and be active at the time of the giveaway- those who are unverified will become disqualified
5. Enter another giveaway I have going on and tell me which one or leave a comment on a
6. Tell me something else you like from Mermaid’s Purse, other than the soaps
7. Take a look around and tell me something that you learned at Mermaid’s Purse
I'd choose:
Double Mint
Eucalyptus
Lemon Lime
Lemon Tea Tree
Goat Milk
Jennifer, jennem22 at yahoo dot com
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Subscribed by email.
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Following you on Twitter,id- checkkers
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Goat Milk
Energy
Lavender
Oatmeal Vanilla
Olive Oil
skyskyaa11(at)gmail.com
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I entered your Estephania Sandals giveaway. Thanks so much!! pamelashockley(AT)netscape(DOT)net
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I also like the tas. I think the Tea Tin Gift Set looks great. Thanks so much!! pamelashockley(AT)netscape(DOT)net
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I'm already a follower on GFC. Thanks so much!! pamelashockley(AT)netscape(DOT)net
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Well that was a fun site to look around! I'd pick:
Sandalwood Vetiver
Eucalyptus
Gardener's Grits
Ginger Citrus
Goat Milk
Thanks so much!! pamelashockley(AT)netscape(DOT)net
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*Cocoa Butter/Vitamin E
*Geranim Rose
*Ginger Citrus
*Goat Milk
*Caribbean Bay
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Wood Spice
Lemon Lime
Energy
Lavender
Carribbean Bay
dadacovimajo at gmail dot com
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My top 5:
Chamomile
Energy
Geranium Rose
Jojoba Mango
Lavender
macd82 at gmail dot com
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I learned commericial soaps do not contain glycerin – homemade ones do.
bwalker1123 at gmail dot com
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I would also try their Herbal Teas.
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blog follower
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I entered Charlie's Soap giveaway.
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My five scents are:
Eucalyptus
Goat milk
Ylang Ylang
Oatmeal Vanilla
Primp Patchouli
bwalker1123 at gmail dot com
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Twitter follower – susitravl
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Lemon Lime, Oatmeal Vanilla, Cocoa Butter, Double Mint, and Ginger Citrus.
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That was fun! this is what I chose,
Lemon Lime
Oatmeal Vanilla
Geranium Rose
Lavender
Gardeners Grits
djolsen610@centurytel.net
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Tweet~#3
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Tweet #2
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Tweet!
http://twitter.com/Deb55106/statuses/4957990199
Entry~1
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I also like the Herbal Bliss Gift Set!
deb55106(at)gmail(dot)com
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I am a email subscriber
deb55106(at)gmail(dot)com
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I am a fan on Facebook
Deb S
deb55106(at)gmail(dot)com
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I follow you on Twitter
Deb55106
deb55106(at)gmail(dot)com
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I would choose the following 5 Soaps If I win~
Carribbean Bay
Energy
Ginger Citrus
Jojoba Mango
Lemon Lime
Thanks for the chance 🙂
deb55106(at)gmail(dot)com
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I learned that they use 100% all Natural, Organic, & Vegan Friendly ingredients to create Personal Care products for healing and therapeutic purposes.
annemarie562000(at)yahoo(dot)com
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I also like the Blue Green Algae Butter Polish!!
annemarie562000(at)yahoo(dot)com
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I subscribe via email.
annemarie562000(at)yahoo(dot)com
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The Goat Milk, Woods Spice, Eucalyptus, Double Mint & Geranium Rose Soaps sound wonderful!!
annemarie562000(at)yahoo(dot)com
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I like:
Lemon Tea Tree
Rosemary Mint
Oatmeal Vanilla
Lavender
Double Mint
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Charlie's Soap!
hmahan_0529 @ yahoo dot com
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Blog follower
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Goatmilk
Jojoba Mango
Oatmeal Vanilla
Tea Tree
woods spice
hmahan_0529 @ yahoo dot com
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I would like to get the goat milk, lavender, jojoba mango, ginger citrus and the double mint. They all sound so great.
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**Daily Tweet**
http://twitter.com/joeandbridge/status/4954692239
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I entered the •organoderm skin care Giveaway.
dorcontest at gmail dot com
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I entered the Thinkbutton Giveaway.
dorcontest at gmail dot com
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I entered the ecojot giveaway.
dorcontest at gmail dot com
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I entered the Best Baby Organics Giveaway. They are so cute too.
dorcontest at gmail dot com
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Something else that I learned from the site is that they sell bulk to spas. I work from home and that is nice to know.
dorcontest at gmail dot com
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I noticed that they have teas and the Lemon Mint would sure do my belly good.
dorcontest at gmail dot com
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1. Double Mint
2. Geranium Rose
3. Goat Milk
4. Woods Spice
5. Lavender
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I would like to try:
Cocoa Butter
Ginger Citrus
Goats Milk
Oatmeal Vanilla Herbal
Woods Spice Herbal
Thanks for the giveaway.
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Lavender
Goat Milk
Lemon Tea Tree
Oatmeal Vanilla
Energy
erma.hurtt@sbcglobal.net
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I learned that they use 100% all-natural, organic, and vegan-friendly ingredients.
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I also really like the Majave Green Large Sea Shell Dish.
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I entered your Charlie's Soap giveaway.
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I tweeted:
http://twitter.com/couponlover16/status/4936263400
#3
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