Crazy Critters Butterfly Bar
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Wednesday, December 12, 2012
Wednesday, November 28, 2012
Chocolate Lovers Mug Set
Chocolate Lovers Mug Set
Great Gifts for Co-workers, Bosses, or anyone on your list!
Great Gifts for Co-workers, Bosses, or anyone on your list!
Thursday, November 22, 2012
Friday, October 19, 2012
Freaky Friday Flash Sale!
Hurry, One day, Today Only we are offering our Jack-o-Lantern Soaps for Sale for 1/2 Price!
Get them before they are gone. And if you aren't a member of our website, sign up for great Spook-tacular Saturday Sales all month long and to be the first to find out about Holiday Specials and Members Only Deals!
Happy Halloween!
Get them before they are gone. And if you aren't a member of our website, sign up for great Spook-tacular Saturday Sales all month long and to be the first to find out about Holiday Specials and Members Only Deals!
Happy Halloween!
Sunday, September 23, 2012
Halloween Goodies
Halloween is only a month away and as many of you know I'm a huge fan! It's the only holiday in which being Icky is cool :) Well, as always I have been hard at work getting ready for our annual party and wanted to share a couple of the new products I am offering so far (there are more to come soon!)
Jack-o-Lantern's are Here and ready to go. These are made to be bright and fun. They come in 3 different styles and 5 different colors! I added my brand new Perfect Pumpkin Fragrance for a beautiful addition.
Halloween Spooks are all over my house. I use that as additions to treat bags for our party and love the bright colors and extra lather! I added my new Witches Brew Fragrance to these little guys.
And for an all natural way to protect and care for you skin this season, check out my New Lotion Bar.
Made will all natural, organic, bees wax, shea butter, and apricot kernel oil, our lotion bar is certain to help with aging, dryness, cracked skin and so much more. Apricot Kernel oil balances, nourishes and lubricates your skin, Bees Wax coats and protects against the environment and Shea Butter provides many benefits for the skin including relief from dry, chapped skin & scalp as well as the treatment of minor skin burns, diaper rash, minor eczema, and other minor skin irritations.
I also have a great Festive Fall Tea & Herb Soap Set available! It includes 5 of my most favorite fall teas and herb soaps!
And don't forget my newest Autumn Harvest Soap Bar. I designed it to be seasonal and added mango for a variety of skin benefits! Made with Mango Butter, our Autumn Harvest Soap Bar is a great combination of skin renewing, anti-aging, and emollient properties and the rich fragrances found in our amber romance oil. We added fun chunks of orange, yellow, and brown to reflect the colors of the season.
Hope you all enjoy my new additions and I look forward to your thoughts and feedback! And dont forget our Crazy Critters for Spooky Spider, Snakes, and Bugs also! Have a great Fall!!!!
Jack-o-Lantern's are Here and ready to go. These are made to be bright and fun. They come in 3 different styles and 5 different colors! I added my brand new Perfect Pumpkin Fragrance for a beautiful addition.
Halloween Spooks are all over my house. I use that as additions to treat bags for our party and love the bright colors and extra lather! I added my new Witches Brew Fragrance to these little guys.
Made will all natural, organic, bees wax, shea butter, and apricot kernel oil, our lotion bar is certain to help with aging, dryness, cracked skin and so much more. Apricot Kernel oil balances, nourishes and lubricates your skin, Bees Wax coats and protects against the environment and Shea Butter provides many benefits for the skin including relief from dry, chapped skin & scalp as well as the treatment of minor skin burns, diaper rash, minor eczema, and other minor skin irritations.
Wednesday, August 22, 2012
Sole Soothing Salve
It's finally here, a great, natural way to care for rough, dry, cracked feet year round. Introducing our Sole Soothing Salve, only at Bugs & Bubbles Soap Company.
Made from organic Comfrey , high in carbohydrate content and considered to rejuvenate the skin and to have healing, soothing and moisture retaining properties, Echinacea , assists in regulating and soothing the skin, enhances overall immunity, regenerates, reduces inflammation, Plantain , an effective topical treatment for wounds, a contact healer, Shea Butter, Beeswax, Mineral Oil and Apricot Kernel Oil.
Do your feet look like this,
Want them to look like this,
Made from organic Comfrey , high in carbohydrate content and considered to rejuvenate the skin and to have healing, soothing and moisture retaining properties, Echinacea , assists in regulating and soothing the skin, enhances overall immunity, regenerates, reduces inflammation, Plantain , an effective topical treatment for wounds, a contact healer, Shea Butter, Beeswax, Mineral Oil and Apricot Kernel Oil.
Do your feet look like this,
Want them to look like this,
Take our 30 day challenge and see how our All Natural Sole Soothing Salve can help your feet stay soft no matter what the weather.
Order yours today at www.bugsandbubblessoapcompany.com
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Friday, August 3, 2012
Fantastic Fall!
It's seems like forever since I have updated, sorry about that. This time of year seems like it gets busier and busier. August means school starting again and an introduction to cooler evenings, a nice break from the scorching days! August also means we start thinking about fall and bringing back some old favorites and adding some new ones.
One new item, we are sure it will become a favorite of many, is our Sole Soothing Salve. With the healing powers of comfrey, plantain, and Shea butter, all nestled in our organic bees wax and apricot kernel oil. We will also be adding Lip Balms infused with a variety of healing oils and our Cold Relief Salve, infused with herbs to help relieve cold symptoms. Look for them coming to our shop soon.
And bringing back some of our old favorites, our Back To Basics Tea & Herb Spice 'N Apple, Gingerbread, and Peppermint. Our sweet mini pumpkins, witches, ghosts, bats and cats. And don't forget are huge Rats and Skulls.
Hoping everyone has had a great summer and we are looking forward to a fantastic fall!
Sunday, July 1, 2012
Happy 4th!
Stuffed Sausage Sliders so good and so easy to make and fun for busy kids!
http://www.bhg.com/recipe/stuffed-sausage-sliders/
Summer Veggie Potato Salad
http://www.bhg.com/recipe/salads/summer-vegetable-potato-salad/Stars and Stripes Rice Krispie Treats
And don't forget to put on some of our All Natural Bug Off Spray to help keep those Pesky Mosquitoes Away!
Have a Great 4th and Remember to thank our Service Men and Women !
Wednesday, June 13, 2012
Formula 5 Salve
A while back I received a request from a customer for a product that would contain zinc pyrithione. Zinc pyrithione is best known for its use in treating dandruff and seborrhoeic dermatitis. It also has antibacterial properties and is effective against many pathogens from the streptococcus and staphylococcus class. Its other medical applications include treatments of psoriasis, eczema, ringworm, fungus, athletes foot, dry skin, atopic dermatitis, tinea, roseca, and vitiligo.
I sent a sample of my Anti-itch Salve. With the primary ingredient of Pau D Arco Bark, a natural anti-fungal and anti bacterial, I believed it would show some results. After increasing amounts and adding a few key ingredients, I developed a salve that has helped my customer and I wanted to take a few minutes to share some photos with you. My new, all natural, Formula 5 Salve, a better way to help treat common skin conditions without the harsh side affects or expense of prescription medications. Know someone who suffers from one of these conditions? This will be the Best $13.50 they have ever spent.
Take a look at the photos below to see the difference for yourself! Absolutely no altering or adjusting of the photos has taken place, these are exactly what she submitted to me!
Available on my website soon.
I sent a sample of my Anti-itch Salve. With the primary ingredient of Pau D Arco Bark, a natural anti-fungal and anti bacterial, I believed it would show some results. After increasing amounts and adding a few key ingredients, I developed a salve that has helped my customer and I wanted to take a few minutes to share some photos with you. My new, all natural, Formula 5 Salve, a better way to help treat common skin conditions without the harsh side affects or expense of prescription medications. Know someone who suffers from one of these conditions? This will be the Best $13.50 they have ever spent.
Take a look at the photos below to see the difference for yourself! Absolutely no altering or adjusting of the photos has taken place, these are exactly what she submitted to me!
Available on my website soon.
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Wednesday, June 6, 2012
Natural Anti-Itch Salve
Wanted to share some photos of one of my customers results with my Anti-Itch Salve, he used it to control his psoriasis!
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Try my Anti-Itch Salve Today, for psoriasis and so much more!
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My Dream Sample Box Inc.: New Wedding Line from Bugs & Bubbles Soap Company
My Dream Sample Box Inc.: New Wedding Line from Bugs & Bubbles Soap Company: Introducing Dawn Worley from Bugs & Bubbles Soap Company Our June Handcrafted Top Sponsor We caught up with Dawn earlier this we...
Tuesday, June 5, 2012
Taste of Ft. Collins June 9-10
Want to join us for food, fun, music, and great kids games? Can't wait to see you at the Taste of Ft. Collins this weekend at Civic Center Park in Ft. Collins, Colorado!
Not only will we be there enjoying the music, food and fun, we will have some great new products for you to see and purchase. Some of them include--
Ginger Lime Sugar Scrub
Orange Cinnamon Sugar Scrub
Our new Shooting Stars addition to our Americana Line
Our super cute Whale & Light House Set
And our Ragg Doll and Rocking Horse Gift Set
Dream Angel, our newest fragrance to be added to our line
And so much more!!
Did I mention we will have a special guest? Holly Miller with My Dream Sample Box will be joining us to hand out goodie bags! www.mydreamsamplebox.com
Can you ask for a better way to spend the weekend?
Check out the link for more information! www.tasteofft.collins.com
Grab your favorite pal and come have a blast with us!!!
Not only will we be there enjoying the music, food and fun, we will have some great new products for you to see and purchase. Some of them include--
Ginger Lime Sugar Scrub
Orange Cinnamon Sugar Scrub
Our new Shooting Stars addition to our Americana Line
Our super cute Whale & Light House Set
And our Ragg Doll and Rocking Horse Gift Set
Dream Angel, our newest fragrance to be added to our line
And so much more!!
Did I mention we will have a special guest? Holly Miller with My Dream Sample Box will be joining us to hand out goodie bags! www.mydreamsamplebox.com
Can you ask for a better way to spend the weekend?
Check out the link for more information! www.tasteofft.collins.com
Grab your favorite pal and come have a blast with us!!!
Tuesday, May 22, 2012
Bug Off Spray!
Well, summer is just around the corner and we are busy getting ready for all of our upcoming events.
- June 9-10 Taste of Fort Collins, Ft. Collins, CO at civic center park
- July 25-26 Greeley Arts Picnic in the Park, Greeley, CO at lincoln park
- September 28-30 Rocky Mountain Irish Festival, Ft. Collins CO at civic center park
- November 17-18 Applewood Arts and Crafts Festival, Loveland, CO at the ranch
Now on to the good stuff! We have been working on some great, new products for summer. Our Bug Off Spray is a perfect fit for summer camping, boating, hiking, or just backyard cookouts! We combined a special blend of Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil and Lemon Eucalyptus Citradoria Oil. It will not only leave your skin feeling soft, smooth and absolutely great but will also help ward off those pesky bugs!
Why did we choose Soybean Oil? Soybean oil can help restore the luster and the glow of one's skin. Also,
soybean oil can aid in healing the damage that is done to skin by pollution and
by sun exposure.
How does soy bean oil help restore the qualities of the skin?
Well, soybean oil is full of fatty acids. Fatty acids are absolutely key in
maintaining and restoring the health and the balance of the skin. In addition,
soybean oil is absolutely bursting with specific anti-oxidants that have been
proving in maintaining skin health and helping keep that special glow.
Anti-oxidants such as Vitamin E and Vitamin B complex are key to helping
restore the radiance and the natural beauty of skin. Vitamin and Vitamin B
complex are also instrumental in helping to control and to prevent the
development and the appearance of wrinkles.
In addition to helping control and reduce the appearance of
wrinkles, soybean oil will help fix uneven skin and will control and restore
more even skin tone. By improving the texture of skin, then soybean oil will
help you develop more glowing and brighter skin. Because of the immense health
benefits of soybean oil, more and more manufacturers of health products and
beauty product lines have begun to include soybean oil in their different
products. Soybean oil helps to even out skin tone and improve skin's texture resulting in brighter, more radiant skin.
Eucalyptus essential oil is
obtained from fresh leaves of the tall evergreen eucalyptus tree. The tree,
which has the botanical name Eucalyptus Globulus is also known as fever tree,
blue gum tree or stringy bark tree. Eucalyptus is native to Australia and has spread in the past few centuries to other parts of
the world including India, Europe
and South Africa. Though many countries produce eucalyptus oil in small quantities, the prime source of eucalyptus oil for the world is Australia. Outside of a host of medicinal properties from helping to heal
wounds, relieve respiratory problems, reduce muscle pain, it additionally helps
to keep bugs at bay.
Wednesday, April 25, 2012
My Dream Sample Box Inc.: Sponge Bomb Recipe
My Dream Sample Box Inc.: Sponge Bomb Recipe: Water balloons are hard on moms. Between trying to get them filled up, which usually starts outside and moves inside and totally creams my ...
Tuesday, April 17, 2012
Bentonite Clay Facial Mask
One of Nature's most unique gifts, Bentonite Clay is becoming more popular for a variety of uses. I have chosen to create a fantastic facial mask which tightens, brightens, and renews!
Bentonite Clay is a very unique substance, formed primarily of Montmorillonite, which is an extremely flat crystal flake, that carries a relatively strong negative ionic charge. The negative charge is compensated for by adsorbing a cation (either Sodium or Calcium) to the interior of the molecule, this is what makes it either Sodium Bentonite or Calcium Bentonite Clay.
Our clay is a natural mix of both sodium and calcium Bentonite, this will allow it to do twice as much as either one by itself. The Sodium Bentonite has the highest Cation Exchange Capacity (CEC) and the higher the CEC of the clay the stronger the negative charge. This means that Sodium Montmorillonite has a stronger vacuum for pulling in heavy metals and toxins that it comes into contact with. Furthermore the Sodium Bentonite swells more giving it the ability to adsorb and absorb more toxins pulling them into the interior layers of the clay and carrying the them out of the body. Calcium Bentonite does not swell as much as Sodium Bentonite and while that makes it less effective as a detoxing agent it is more effective as a remineralizer.
Another factor that makes Bentonite Clay Powder so indispensable is it’s ability to lower your body’s pH. The Bentonite will absorb some of the hydrogen from your cells enabling them to fill that space with the oxygen you so dearly need.
Bentonite clay's structure assists it in attracting and soaking up poisons on its exterior wall and then slowly drawing them into the interior center of the clay where they are held in a sort of repository. As a result, reviving and rejuvenating your skin, revealing the brightened, tightened under layer after removing the dried, dead cells from the surface.
Also, look for our special Acne Targeting Bentonite Clay Mask coming soon!
Bentonite Clay is a very unique substance, formed primarily of Montmorillonite, which is an extremely flat crystal flake, that carries a relatively strong negative ionic charge. The negative charge is compensated for by adsorbing a cation (either Sodium or Calcium) to the interior of the molecule, this is what makes it either Sodium Bentonite or Calcium Bentonite Clay.
Our clay is a natural mix of both sodium and calcium Bentonite, this will allow it to do twice as much as either one by itself. The Sodium Bentonite has the highest Cation Exchange Capacity (CEC) and the higher the CEC of the clay the stronger the negative charge. This means that Sodium Montmorillonite has a stronger vacuum for pulling in heavy metals and toxins that it comes into contact with. Furthermore the Sodium Bentonite swells more giving it the ability to adsorb and absorb more toxins pulling them into the interior layers of the clay and carrying the them out of the body. Calcium Bentonite does not swell as much as Sodium Bentonite and while that makes it less effective as a detoxing agent it is more effective as a remineralizer.
Another factor that makes Bentonite Clay Powder so indispensable is it’s ability to lower your body’s pH. The Bentonite will absorb some of the hydrogen from your cells enabling them to fill that space with the oxygen you so dearly need.
Bentonite clay's structure assists it in attracting and soaking up poisons on its exterior wall and then slowly drawing them into the interior center of the clay where they are held in a sort of repository. As a result, reviving and rejuvenating your skin, revealing the brightened, tightened under layer after removing the dried, dead cells from the surface.
Also, look for our special Acne Targeting Bentonite Clay Mask coming soon!
Wednesday, April 4, 2012
Monday, April 2, 2012
BugsandBubblesSoapCo: Sea Kelp Sugar Scrub
BugsandBubblesSoapCo: Sea Kelp Sugar Scrub: Introducing our newest sugar scrub, our Sea Kelp Sugar Scrub. Why sea kelp you might ask? Sea Kelp Powder is a wonderful detoxifier wh...
Thursday, March 29, 2012
Sea Kelp Sugar Scrub
Sea Kelp Powder is a wonderful detoxifier which helps reduce cellulites. It also offers loads of other benefits for our skin. It helps fight Acne, Wrinkles, Lightens Dark Spots and heals sunburn. Sea Kelp/Marine Algae/Seaweed is a type of plant found in the sea. Sea Kelp has been widely used in face/body firming and anti-cellulite products.
Originally popularized in France, those in other countries took notice soon after because these ingredients really do revitalize, tone and moisturize the skin while producing the most radiant glow your skin has ever seen! Furthermore, these ingredients from the sea, when used in natural skin care products can reduce the appearance of wrinkles, cellulite, and acne all while improving the quality of your skin as a whole.
Some of the specific benefits Algae and Sea Kelp offer the skin include ~
• Algae are a good source of Omega3 fatty acids- Omega 3 fatty acids help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. They also prevent dryness and fight skin problems like eczema and acne.
• Algae regulates the production of sebum- The production of sebum is necessary for the skin to be moisturized and thereby prevent dehydration of the skin.
• Algae offers antioxidant properties-Ffree radical damage is the number one cause of skin aging. Algae helps fight free radicals and also helps aid in the production of collagen and elastin, which are essential to having firmer skin.
• Sea nutrients such as Algae and Sea Kelp are loaded with essential minerals and vitamins. These offer regenerative, protective and intense rejuvenating properties to prevent the aging process while also repairing skin damage.
We have chosen to combine our organic sea kelp in our sugar scrub to add a gentle exfoliating quality and added apricot kernel oil for extra moisturizing ability. Use our Sea Kelp Sugar Scrub on you face and/or your entire body for soft beautiful skin.
Monday, March 12, 2012
New Products, New Herbs and Summer Salves
Hi all! As we all know, Spring is just around the corner and we are all looking forward to warmer days, outdoor projects that have been neglected all winter, and fun in the sun with family and friends. I have been busy working on some great new products to help take care of your skin.
My research has lead me to some great herbal remedies and skin care products for summer sun. With warmer weather comes itches, rashes, scrapes and bruises from Summer games, hikes, camping or swimming. I will soon be introducing a couple of salves to make dealing with these common summer skin problems easier. Bugs & Bubbles Everything Salve and our new Anti-Itch Salve.
My new Everything Salve is made of a combination of Echinacea, goldenseal, yarrow, and cayenne. Echinacea is shown to have to have immuno stimulant, antiviral, antiexudative, anti-inflammatory, bacteriostatic, and fungistatic properties. The proven actions of Echinacea are due to water-soluble polysaccharides. They act by sequestering the attacks of various microbes and allow the body to heal itself. Upon reaching an infected area, the polysaccharides have an immunostimulant effect, which results in the production of leucocytes (white blood cells). The resulting phagocytic action of the leucocytes effectively eradicates a number of infectious organisms. The primary active ingredients in goldenseal are the alkaloids hydrastine and berberine, along with lesser amounts of canadine. Berberine appears to have a wide range of antimicrobial activity against pathogens, including Chlamydia, E. coli, and Salmonella typhi, as well as viruses and protozoans. The herb also appears to stimulate the activity of macrophages, the immune cells that attack harmful bacteria. The herb seems to work quickly to knock these pathogens out. Yarrow has been used by acient cultures including the Greeks and Romans for-
And, finally cayenne produces a warming effect while attacking bacteria, fungi, and assisting in reducing swelling and pain. This salve is great for kids and adults and works on almost everything!
Bugs & Bubbles Anti-Itch Salve is derived from Pau D'Arco Bark. The Incas and native tribes of South America use pau d’arco bark externally as a poultice or decoction for treating skin diseases including eczema, psoriasis, fungal infections, hemorrhoids and skin cancers.The recent popularity of pau d’arco in western herbology is attributed to its anti fungal activity in treating systemic yeast infections like candida albicans. It contains astringent compounds that shrink inflamed tissues and are anti-fungal. My Anti-Itch salve can be used by kids and adults. It is good for rashes (including diaper rash), fungal infections, yeast infections, and a variety of rashes resulting from contact with plants or animals. It also works great for severe dry skin problems.
Look for these and other great products in our store soon!
My research has lead me to some great herbal remedies and skin care products for summer sun. With warmer weather comes itches, rashes, scrapes and bruises from Summer games, hikes, camping or swimming. I will soon be introducing a couple of salves to make dealing with these common summer skin problems easier. Bugs & Bubbles Everything Salve and our new Anti-Itch Salve.
My new Everything Salve is made of a combination of Echinacea, goldenseal, yarrow, and cayenne. Echinacea is shown to have to have immuno stimulant, antiviral, antiexudative, anti-inflammatory, bacteriostatic, and fungistatic properties. The proven actions of Echinacea are due to water-soluble polysaccharides. They act by sequestering the attacks of various microbes and allow the body to heal itself. Upon reaching an infected area, the polysaccharides have an immunostimulant effect, which results in the production of leucocytes (white blood cells). The resulting phagocytic action of the leucocytes effectively eradicates a number of infectious organisms. The primary active ingredients in goldenseal are the alkaloids hydrastine and berberine, along with lesser amounts of canadine. Berberine appears to have a wide range of antimicrobial activity against pathogens, including Chlamydia, E. coli, and Salmonella typhi, as well as viruses and protozoans. The herb also appears to stimulate the activity of macrophages, the immune cells that attack harmful bacteria. The herb seems to work quickly to knock these pathogens out. Yarrow has been used by acient cultures including the Greeks and Romans for-
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And, finally cayenne produces a warming effect while attacking bacteria, fungi, and assisting in reducing swelling and pain. This salve is great for kids and adults and works on almost everything!
Bugs & Bubbles Anti-Itch Salve is derived from Pau D'Arco Bark. The Incas and native tribes of South America use pau d’arco bark externally as a poultice or decoction for treating skin diseases including eczema, psoriasis, fungal infections, hemorrhoids and skin cancers.The recent popularity of pau d’arco in western herbology is attributed to its anti fungal activity in treating systemic yeast infections like candida albicans. It contains astringent compounds that shrink inflamed tissues and are anti-fungal. My Anti-Itch salve can be used by kids and adults. It is good for rashes (including diaper rash), fungal infections, yeast infections, and a variety of rashes resulting from contact with plants or animals. It also works great for severe dry skin problems.
Look for these and other great products in our store soon!
Tuesday, February 28, 2012
Why Sugar Scrubs are Beneficial Year Round
I wanted to get caught up and introduce our newest additions to our Product Line, our Sugar Scrubs. If you haven't tried a sugar scrub, now is the time! Okay, seriously, sugar scrubs are one of the most natural and beneficial items to add to your beauty routine year round.
So, what exactly are they benefits of sugar scrubs? Sugar can help skin naturally glow because of its fine texture. Unlike some skincare products, sugar scrubs don’t clog your pores, preventing you from icky breakouts, making them great for people who suffer from eczema and psoriasis. Sugar scrubs act as natural exfoliators that are better than using chemical based products. Despite its grainy feel, sugar in a scrub is gentle enough to be used on the skin and protects against the loss of moisture. Surprisingly, the use of sugar scrubs in your skincare routine can also help eliminate blemishes and restore balance to the skin’s natural oils.
Unlike a salt scrub, sugar scrubs do not dry the skin. A sugar scrub is alpha-hydroxy rich. Alpha-hydroxy is an active substance with exfoliating and emollient properties.
This is a quick list of all the benefits you will see after using our sugar scrubs:
So, what exactly are they benefits of sugar scrubs? Sugar can help skin naturally glow because of its fine texture. Unlike some skincare products, sugar scrubs don’t clog your pores, preventing you from icky breakouts, making them great for people who suffer from eczema and psoriasis. Sugar scrubs act as natural exfoliators that are better than using chemical based products. Despite its grainy feel, sugar in a scrub is gentle enough to be used on the skin and protects against the loss of moisture. Surprisingly, the use of sugar scrubs in your skincare routine can also help eliminate blemishes and restore balance to the skin’s natural oils.
Unlike a salt scrub, sugar scrubs do not dry the skin. A sugar scrub is alpha-hydroxy rich. Alpha-hydroxy is an active substance with exfoliating and emollient properties.
This is a quick list of all the benefits you will see after using our sugar scrubs:
- Sugar scrubs are the most perfect way of getting rid of the dry, flaky skin that develops over the day.
- Sugar scrubs are user-friendly for all skin types because they leave no side effects in their wake.
- They work wonders in preventing skin ailments like eczema and psoriasis because they hydrate skin so effectively.
- Sugar scrubs are a great way to fight cellulite in the body.
- Sugar scrubs for face are used not only for skin exfoliation, but also for cleansing and massaging it. The advantage of which is that they do not clog the pores and are easily absorbed into the skin. Thus, sugar scrubs for acne are a great idea to help prevent acne.
- They act as the all body polishing agents as well, leaving clean and smooth skin. This is because they are packed with the goodness of alpha hydroxy which is essential for a glowing skin.
- Repeated use of sugar scrubs will help one to have healthier, glowing, uniformly textured and colored skin.
- They are a much better choice than salt scrubs because they aren't as harsh as salt scrubs and are much smoother than them.
- Sugar scrub benefits also include the fact that they can be used by children without any side effects.
- Sugar scrubs can be used as a soothing agent after a rough shave.
- Sugar scrub benefits also run into the fact that they can circulate and stimulate the lymph nodes.
- It acts as a preventive measure against tanning.
- Everyday use will also help to formulate a protective layer for the skin and prevent areas like the knees, elbow, etc. from becoming dark.
- It works on the toughest of skins while providing it with the richness that it deserves.
- Sugar scrub benefits can also be seen in healing of blemishes.
- Sugar scrubs can be used on the lips as well. Sugar scrubs for lipsworks wonders because it helps in preventing chapped lips and skin.
- It also helps to soften callused and rough skin, leaving it smooth and fragrant.
- It is much more smoother for the skin than the use of pumice stones and the like.
- Sugar scrub benefits also include the reduction in use of separate skin moisturizers and cleansers because it has moisturizing properties incorporated.
- Sugar scrubs also help to absorb the oils and dirt from the skin and balance the natural oils.
- It helps to keep the skin constantly hydrated and radiant.
Monday, February 20, 2012
Thursday, February 16, 2012
Aging Skin Care
As many of us know, as we age we start to see differences in our skin. Increased roughness, wrinkling, irregular pigmentation (coloration) or inelasticity. These are all normal changes in our skin as we age. As a result, your skin requires different care than it did when you were younger.
We have all seen the ads promising we will look 10,15, or 20 years younger if you buy whatever it is they are selling. The truth behind many of these products is that while you may convince yourself it is working, over time, the long term damage to your skin in irreverseable.
I have many times been asked what my suggestions are for dealing with the affects of aging on your skin. My answer, start with Shea Butter. Shea butter is one of Nature's wonders, but it is a special one. It has been used for millennia by many generations of African people for skin care, baby care, healing and food. The Shea tree is considered sacred because of the bounty of goodness it can do for your skin, hair, beauty and health. The secret of Egyptian Queen Nefertiti's legendary beauty, Shea Butter is powerful enough to renew, repair and protect the skin against aging and harsh climate.
Extracted from the nuts of the Shea tree (Butyrospermum parkii), which grows in the savannah of Western Africa. The English name Shea comes from its Bambara name "sii", which means sacred. As a sacred tree, it is treated with particular respect.. Growing up to 60 feet tall, the Shea tree does not flower before it is 20 years old and can live up to 200 years. What makes Shea butter an extraordinary skin care choice and an amazing body healer is its richness in precious constituents, which include unsaturated fats with a large proportion of "unsaponifiables" components, essential fatty acids, phytosterols, vitamin E and D, provitamin A and allantoin. All these are natural and make Shea butter a superfood for your skin (and hair), but that is not all it can do for you because it is:
Shea butter is very beneficial for sportive men and women, as it prepares the muscles before the workout and helps them to recover faster after. It also helps to reduce muscle aches as it stimulates the elimination of toxins from the muscles.
Shea butter is a "super food" for your skin!
Try our Shea Butter based soaps and look for our new Shea Butter Body Lotion and Shea Butter and Oatmeal Facial Soap, coming soon.
We have all seen the ads promising we will look 10,15, or 20 years younger if you buy whatever it is they are selling. The truth behind many of these products is that while you may convince yourself it is working, over time, the long term damage to your skin in irreverseable.
I have many times been asked what my suggestions are for dealing with the affects of aging on your skin. My answer, start with Shea Butter. Shea butter is one of Nature's wonders, but it is a special one. It has been used for millennia by many generations of African people for skin care, baby care, healing and food. The Shea tree is considered sacred because of the bounty of goodness it can do for your skin, hair, beauty and health. The secret of Egyptian Queen Nefertiti's legendary beauty, Shea Butter is powerful enough to renew, repair and protect the skin against aging and harsh climate.
Extracted from the nuts of the Shea tree (Butyrospermum parkii), which grows in the savannah of Western Africa. The English name Shea comes from its Bambara name "sii", which means sacred. As a sacred tree, it is treated with particular respect.. Growing up to 60 feet tall, the Shea tree does not flower before it is 20 years old and can live up to 200 years. What makes Shea butter an extraordinary skin care choice and an amazing body healer is its richness in precious constituents, which include unsaturated fats with a large proportion of "unsaponifiables" components, essential fatty acids, phytosterols, vitamin E and D, provitamin A and allantoin. All these are natural and make Shea butter a superfood for your skin (and hair), but that is not all it can do for you because it is:
- Wrinkles, fine lines and scars repairing
Antioxidant - Anti-inflammatory
- Deeply moisturizing
- Stimulating for the superficial microcirculation
- Skin strengthening
- Skin protecting
- UV protecting
- Skin regenerating
- Collagen production stimulating (makes the skin stronger, more supple and younger)
- Minor cuts and burns healing
- Muscle ache healing
- Physical endurance enhancer
- eczema
- psoriasis
- rash
- hives
- insect bites
- poisonous plants contact dermatitis
- skin cracks
- burns
- minor cuts
Shea butter is very beneficial for sportive men and women, as it prepares the muscles before the workout and helps them to recover faster after. It also helps to reduce muscle aches as it stimulates the elimination of toxins from the muscles.
Shea butter is a "super food" for your skin!
Try our Shea Butter based soaps and look for our new Shea Butter Body Lotion and Shea Butter and Oatmeal Facial Soap, coming soon.
Thursday, February 2, 2012
Winter Weather and Your Skin.
Winter weather, as we all know, takes a huge toll on your skin. While the summer sun and water and weather can also be damaging; winter temperatures seem to have an extremely harsh affect. It also seems to be easier to ignore dry, scratchy or damaged skin because it is covered with long sleeves, pants, and winter clothing. This time of year is the perfect time to start healing, repairing, and renew your skin before the warm spring and summer days hit and shorts, tank tops, and flip flops become common.
I wanted to spend a little time talking about some of the products we have that can help repair, heal, and soften your skin before bikini season. As well as introduce the newest product to our line, our Soothing Salted Soap Bars.
To truly begin the healing process, your skin will require products that encourage natural cell regeneration. The first step is to get rid of the old, dead, or dying cells that are still hanging around. To do this without rubbing yourself raw, try our Just for Heels & Elbows Exfoliating Soap. By incorporating a slice of loofah into the soap, it becomes a gentle cleanser, helping to rid your skin of those nasty old cells and rejuvenate your skin by allowing the fresh, new, health cells to be exposed. The natural coconut oils and palm oils in our detergent free glycerin soap add the additional softness necessary to help nourish those new cells, making them strong and beautiful.
Allergies, the high concentration of bromide and magnesium in the sea salt can relieve allergic reactions by cleansing and detoxifying.
Skin Aging, further research into sea salt benefits has shown a 40% reduction in the depth of wrinkling.
I wanted to spend a little time talking about some of the products we have that can help repair, heal, and soften your skin before bikini season. As well as introduce the newest product to our line, our Soothing Salted Soap Bars.
To truly begin the healing process, your skin will require products that encourage natural cell regeneration. The first step is to get rid of the old, dead, or dying cells that are still hanging around. To do this without rubbing yourself raw, try our Just for Heels & Elbows Exfoliating Soap. By incorporating a slice of loofah into the soap, it becomes a gentle cleanser, helping to rid your skin of those nasty old cells and rejuvenate your skin by allowing the fresh, new, health cells to be exposed. The natural coconut oils and palm oils in our detergent free glycerin soap add the additional softness necessary to help nourish those new cells, making them strong and beautiful.
Or, to detoxify and cleanse your skin, we recommend our new Sonoman Sea Salt based Soothing Salted Soap Bar.
Sea salt contains skin nourishing minerals such as magnesium, zinc, calcium, potassium and iodine. Some of the many benefits include:
- relaxes skin muscles
- cleanses and detoxifies face and body
- sea salts draw toxins out of the body, which will naturally lead to feeling refreshed
- grainy and therefore makes for a great scrub
- increases blood circulation
- cleanses and detoxifies face and body
- sea salts draw toxins out of the body, which will naturally lead to feeling refreshed
- grainy and therefore makes for a great scrub
- increases blood circulation
Sea salts also help Rheumatologic Conditions, sea salts can be effective in balneotherapy of Rheumatoid Arthritis, Psoriatic Arthritis, and Osteoarthritis. The minerals are absorbed stimulating blood circulation.
Common Skin Ailments, research has demonstrated that skin disorders such as acne and psoriasis. One study concluded that the high concentration of magnesium in sea salt was instrumental in improving skin hydration and reducing inflammation.Allergies, the high concentration of bromide and magnesium in the sea salt can relieve allergic reactions by cleansing and detoxifying.
Skin Aging, further research into sea salt benefits has shown a 40% reduction in the depth of wrinkling.
And don't forget the healing properties of our Old Fashioned Milk Bath and our Lavishing Bath Salts.
Finally, don't forget the importance of nourishing your skin daily. Choose from our Lotions, all including Vitamin E, Allotin and Sunflower Oil, know for their healing and protecting properties. Choose from our Facial lotion with added horsetail butter, great for fine lines by adding collagen and elasticity to your delicate facial skin, Silky Smooth Body Lotion with added mineral oil, or our Rich & Creamy Body Lotion with added palm butter blend for hyper moisturizing ability or our Satin Body Lotion, nourishing with being oily.
Replenish, refine, heal, rejuvenate, protect!
Thursday, January 26, 2012
The Business of being Mom
I had a difficult time deciding what to write about today, thus my late entry. I prefer to talk about what new products I am adding or what fun things I have been working on but something hit me today as I was posting my latest addition to my Valentine's Day Products, the business of being a mom who owns a business.
Starting and running a business is in many ways a huge task. Any of you who have ever owned a businesses or currently do, can attest to the time, energy, and effort put forth in an attempt to make you business work and be successful. For me it's very much a blessing and passion! The difficulty many times comes in attempting to balance work, business, and family. While my children are my biggest supporters and greatest inspiration, they also need mom!
So I'm sure many of you are now wondering what this has to do with my business and the products I create? That's where the mom part comes in. Being a mom and a business woman mean finding creative, resourceful ways to be a good mom. And, allowing the mom in you to be your creative energy.
As many of you may already know, my business started as a desire to find a better product for my kids and their sensitive skin, in addition to finding a way to take the headaches out of bath time. The culmination of the two resulted in my initial products; my bug, butterfly, snake, lizard and frog soaps. While adding fun, they keep the basic principles of natural ingredients that nourish and care for sensitive skin, as the primary focus.
As moms, going the extra miles for our families is an everyday occurrence, which many times goes unrecognized. So, any ways we can devise to make our tasks easier while showing our love for our family is a bonus. That's the design and desire behind every one of my products. I hope you find them to have the same benefits for you and your family and would love to hear your stories about what being a business owner and a mom (or a dad) means and how you balance the two.
Starting and running a business is in many ways a huge task. Any of you who have ever owned a businesses or currently do, can attest to the time, energy, and effort put forth in an attempt to make you business work and be successful. For me it's very much a blessing and passion! The difficulty many times comes in attempting to balance work, business, and family. While my children are my biggest supporters and greatest inspiration, they also need mom!
So I'm sure many of you are now wondering what this has to do with my business and the products I create? That's where the mom part comes in. Being a mom and a business woman mean finding creative, resourceful ways to be a good mom. And, allowing the mom in you to be your creative energy.
As many of you may already know, my business started as a desire to find a better product for my kids and their sensitive skin, in addition to finding a way to take the headaches out of bath time. The culmination of the two resulted in my initial products; my bug, butterfly, snake, lizard and frog soaps. While adding fun, they keep the basic principles of natural ingredients that nourish and care for sensitive skin, as the primary focus.
As moms, going the extra miles for our families is an everyday occurrence, which many times goes unrecognized. So, any ways we can devise to make our tasks easier while showing our love for our family is a bonus. That's the design and desire behind every one of my products. I hope you find them to have the same benefits for you and your family and would love to hear your stories about what being a business owner and a mom (or a dad) means and how you balance the two.
Thursday, January 19, 2012
Why Teas & Herbs?
As many of you know, one of our most popular products is our Back To Basics Tea & Herb Line. I wanted to give you some more information about our line and answer the question I have heard so many times over, "What are the benefits of Tea & Herb Soaps?".
For hundreds of years teas and herbs have been used to treat a variety of ailments and conditions. Prior to our current forms of medine and medical treatments, teas and herbs were used in combinations to heal everything from upset stomach to snake bites. While we now have more information and changes in science have greatly affected our current methods of practice, the natural benefits from some of natures most beautiful ingredients can't be ignored. I am in no way suggesting substituting teas or herbs for medicines or advice from doctors or professionals. Instead, consider adding them to your existing routine for additional benefits.
Honey is a natural skin moisturizer, reduces acne, has anti-bacterial properties. Our honey based glycerin soap can be found in our Honey, Ginger & Oatmeal Soap as well as our Honey & Oatmeal Facial Line.
Sage is derived from the Latin word meaning health or healing, used by the ancient Greeks and Romans for everything from snakebites to promoting longevity. Sage is great for reducing swelling in joints as well.
Apple is high in antioxidants helping to reduces wrinkles and has anti-aging properties.
Raspberry has astringent properties making it ideal for skin irritations and improves skin firmness making it great for aging skin. And combined with our moisturizing glycerin soap, won't dry your face.
Mint is a beneficial ingredient for skin care because of its ability to act as an anti-pruritic agent. That means that its juice can soothe and calm skin that's itchy or infected. You can even use it to help heal bites from mosquitoes, wasps and bees. Because mint contains vitamin A, it may strengthen skin tissue and help reduce oily skin. You've probably never considered rubbing mint oil on your face to prevent pimples from popping up or to treat wounds and rashes. Mint oil, however, has served as a natural astringent, and people have used it to treat these problems for a long time. What makes mint helpful in treating inflammations such as acne is its high content of salicylic acid. This acid, which is found naturally in mint, is an active ingredient used in many skin care products. The acid loosens up dead skin cells, allowing them to shed easier. That has the potential to prevent your pores from clogging up, resulting in fewer pimples and clearer skin.
Coffee, the caffeine in coffee has a number of benefits for your skin, from treating redness and inflammation, to reducing the appearance of under-eye circles, to getting rid of cellulite. By incorporating caffeine into your skin care routine, you can reveal evenly toned, smooth skin all over your body. Although caffeine cannot completely erase hereditary dark circles, applying caffeine under your eyes will reduce the puffiness and inflammation associated with dark circles. Additionally, caffeine reduces the build-up of blood under your eyes which contributes to dark shadows. Coffee also acts as sunblock and prevent sunburn and wrinkles and absorbs and neutralizes strong odors such as fish and other smells.
Oatmeal functions as a skin protectant -- it protects the skin from irritants and helps soothe skin that's itchy, painful or irritated. You can find oatmeal in one of our newest additions to our product line, Old Fashioned Milk Bath along with a variety of our soaps.
Chamomile is used for muscle twitches, wounds, burns & scrapes, skin conditions such as psoriasis, eczema, chickenpox & diaper rash.
Cinnamon has anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, anti-viral, astringent, anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial properties.
Cherry clarifies, brightens and energizes the skin, improves skin showing: early or advanced aging, uneven tone, or if you smoke or face environmental stressors.
If you take a look at you local supermarket or store you most likely won't find any of these on the shelves, instead you are more likely to find an array of chemically based products suggesting they can cure everything or fix anythings. My products are all natural and made from the natural ingredients. I won't promise to make you look 10 years younger or take away every wrinkle mother nature has so kindly given, but will guarentee if you try my products you will see a difference in your skin!
For hundreds of years teas and herbs have been used to treat a variety of ailments and conditions. Prior to our current forms of medine and medical treatments, teas and herbs were used in combinations to heal everything from upset stomach to snake bites. While we now have more information and changes in science have greatly affected our current methods of practice, the natural benefits from some of natures most beautiful ingredients can't be ignored. I am in no way suggesting substituting teas or herbs for medicines or advice from doctors or professionals. Instead, consider adding them to your existing routine for additional benefits.
Honey is a natural skin moisturizer, reduces acne, has anti-bacterial properties. Our honey based glycerin soap can be found in our Honey, Ginger & Oatmeal Soap as well as our Honey & Oatmeal Facial Line.
Sage is derived from the Latin word meaning health or healing, used by the ancient Greeks and Romans for everything from snakebites to promoting longevity. Sage is great for reducing swelling in joints as well.
Apple is high in antioxidants helping to reduces wrinkles and has anti-aging properties.
Raspberry has astringent properties making it ideal for skin irritations and improves skin firmness making it great for aging skin. And combined with our moisturizing glycerin soap, won't dry your face.
Mint is a beneficial ingredient for skin care because of its ability to act as an anti-pruritic agent. That means that its juice can soothe and calm skin that's itchy or infected. You can even use it to help heal bites from mosquitoes, wasps and bees. Because mint contains vitamin A, it may strengthen skin tissue and help reduce oily skin. You've probably never considered rubbing mint oil on your face to prevent pimples from popping up or to treat wounds and rashes. Mint oil, however, has served as a natural astringent, and people have used it to treat these problems for a long time. What makes mint helpful in treating inflammations such as acne is its high content of salicylic acid. This acid, which is found naturally in mint, is an active ingredient used in many skin care products. The acid loosens up dead skin cells, allowing them to shed easier. That has the potential to prevent your pores from clogging up, resulting in fewer pimples and clearer skin.
Coffee, the caffeine in coffee has a number of benefits for your skin, from treating redness and inflammation, to reducing the appearance of under-eye circles, to getting rid of cellulite. By incorporating caffeine into your skin care routine, you can reveal evenly toned, smooth skin all over your body. Although caffeine cannot completely erase hereditary dark circles, applying caffeine under your eyes will reduce the puffiness and inflammation associated with dark circles. Additionally, caffeine reduces the build-up of blood under your eyes which contributes to dark shadows. Coffee also acts as sunblock and prevent sunburn and wrinkles and absorbs and neutralizes strong odors such as fish and other smells.
Oatmeal functions as a skin protectant -- it protects the skin from irritants and helps soothe skin that's itchy, painful or irritated. You can find oatmeal in one of our newest additions to our product line, Old Fashioned Milk Bath along with a variety of our soaps.
Chamomile is used for muscle twitches, wounds, burns & scrapes, skin conditions such as psoriasis, eczema, chickenpox & diaper rash.
Cinnamon has anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, anti-viral, astringent, anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial properties.
Cherry clarifies, brightens and energizes the skin, improves skin showing: early or advanced aging, uneven tone, or if you smoke or face environmental stressors.
If you take a look at you local supermarket or store you most likely won't find any of these on the shelves, instead you are more likely to find an array of chemically based products suggesting they can cure everything or fix anythings. My products are all natural and made from the natural ingredients. I won't promise to make you look 10 years younger or take away every wrinkle mother nature has so kindly given, but will guarentee if you try my products you will see a difference in your skin!
Thursday, January 12, 2012
New Year, New Image
Happy New Year! As I look forward to 2012, we are excited about all of the changes and growth to come. I want to thank all of our customers and loyal followers throughout 2011.
I wanted to start this year off right and with the help of Angela Allwine of MyDeas On Line I have a great new logo to show off :) But, this is only the start of what's to come.
I am truly excited about all of the great new products that will be coming your way. I am in overdrive creating some fantastic things for everyone. So, here are just a few of the great new products you can find at Bugs & Bubbles Soap Company this year----- Love Bug Soap Collection (includes ladybugs, butterflies, bumble bees, and flowers), Old Fashioned Milk Bath (comes in a number of great combinations and will give your skin the extra protection it needs from harsh weather and the elements), Cupcake Soap (chocolate, vanilla, & strawberry), Conditioning Shampoo (comes in too many fragrances to mention), Foaming Bath Whip (truly luxurious and so fun), 8 fl. oz. lotion (choose your favorite fragrance), Rich & Creamy Body Lotion (with added palm butter, a masterful, moisturizing combination), and Circles (bright, fun, kids love 'em).
And let's not forget our brand new accessories, holiday gift baskets, and wash clothe line!
My new year's committment is to blog every week, giving you tons of information about my products, updates on shows and fairs, and highlighting a new product or design. So check back next week!
(Old Fashioned Milk Bath-Oatmeal)
I wanted to start this year off right and with the help of Angela Allwine of MyDeas On Line I have a great new logo to show off :) But, this is only the start of what's to come.
I am truly excited about all of the great new products that will be coming your way. I am in overdrive creating some fantastic things for everyone. So, here are just a few of the great new products you can find at Bugs & Bubbles Soap Company this year----- Love Bug Soap Collection (includes ladybugs, butterflies, bumble bees, and flowers), Old Fashioned Milk Bath (comes in a number of great combinations and will give your skin the extra protection it needs from harsh weather and the elements), Cupcake Soap (chocolate, vanilla, & strawberry), Conditioning Shampoo (comes in too many fragrances to mention), Foaming Bath Whip (truly luxurious and so fun), 8 fl. oz. lotion (choose your favorite fragrance), Rich & Creamy Body Lotion (with added palm butter, a masterful, moisturizing combination), and Circles (bright, fun, kids love 'em).
And let's not forget our brand new accessories, holiday gift baskets, and wash clothe line!
My new year's committment is to blog every week, giving you tons of information about my products, updates on shows and fairs, and highlighting a new product or design. So check back next week!
(Old Fashioned Milk Bath-Oatmeal)
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