South of France ran two contests last month, one for each line- Spa Naturals and Natural Body Care. I wanted to take a sec to acknowledge those winners who collectively won $2,000 worth of cash and prizes!
South of France Body Care "Twin Pack, Cash Back" Contest:
1st Place ($500 AMEX Gift Card): Michelle W. from Kernersville, NC
2nd Place ($100 SoF gift bag): Melissa S. from Lexington, NC
3rd Place ($50 SoF gift bag): Michelle 2. from Wickliffe, OH
South of France Spa Naturals FRIENDS Contest:
Winner of 10 spa kits ($450 value): Jennifer B. from Mechanicsville, VA
These four lucky individuals won big last month and you could win big too! Stay tuned to South of France via this blog, Facebook (South of France Spa Naturals and South of France Natural Body Care) and Twitter (SoFSpaNaturals and SoFNaturalSoaps)!
Monday, July 12, 2010
Thursday, July 8, 2010
SAMPLES SAMPLES SAMPLES
South of France has decided to give away 50 Spa Naturals samples! This is how it will work. For every 15 new followers that our South of France Spa Naturals Twitter page receives between today and Thursday, July 22nd, we will randomly give away a FREE South of France Spa Naturals sample kit. That means for all 50 samples to be given away, we need to reach 750 new followers in the next 2 weeks!
Spread the word and you could be a winner!
PLEASE NOTE: Winners must be 18 years of age and older and reside in the Continental US. One sample per household. You will be notified via Twitter direct message (DM) and must be following @SofSpaNaturals in order to receive the DM, and thus the prize. Once you have been notified, you will have 3 business days to respond, or we will select another winner in your place. All prizes will be shipped at the end of the contest, regardless of when your name is announced as a winner. Please allow at least 2 weeks to receive your sample.
Spread the word and you could be a winner!
PLEASE NOTE: Winners must be 18 years of age and older and reside in the Continental US. One sample per household. You will be notified via Twitter direct message (DM) and must be following @SofSpaNaturals in order to receive the DM, and thus the prize. Once you have been notified, you will have 3 business days to respond, or we will select another winner in your place. All prizes will be shipped at the end of the contest, regardless of when your name is announced as a winner. Please allow at least 2 weeks to receive your sample.
Tuesday, July 6, 2010
Basic Guide to a CLEAN and healthy face
CLEANSERS ARE IMPORTANT
Whether you wear make-up, take daily jogs, or make frequent trips to the grocery store, your skin may be clogged with bad particles that are lurking in the air that we breathe every day. That is why facial cleansers are so important. A cleanser is a facial care product that is used to remove make-up, dead skin cells, oil, dirt and other types of pollutants. By unclogging pores, cleansers are able to promote healthier, clearer skin while preventing skin conditions such as acne.
CHOOSING A CLEANSER
There are a ton of cleansers in stores and online. When choosing a cleanser, or any other product, it is crucial that you check the ingredients to be sure that you are selecting a product that is free of dangerous chemicals that can harm your skin and body. An example of such ingredients are parabens. Parabens are commonly used as preservatives in skincare products, and have been linked to cancer. They come in many forms including, butylparaben, ehtlyparaben, isobutylparaben, methylparaben and propylparaben.
All-natural cleansers, such as those produced by South of France, use nature's safest ingredients to ensure a product that does its job as a cleanser without the risks of irritation and contamination presented by synthetic ingredients.
USING YOUR CLEANSER
A little goes a long way. Massage only a dime-sized amount of your cleanser onto your moistened face and neck, lather and rinse thoroughly. Use your cleanser daily- morning, night or both- for better results.
Make the use of your facial cleanser a HABIT now! Summertime often means more time outside, more sweat, more oil and more dirt! Be proactive and keep your skin CLEAN!
(Usage instructions apply to South of France Spa Naturals facial cleansers. Other products may have other directions)
Whether you wear make-up, take daily jogs, or make frequent trips to the grocery store, your skin may be clogged with bad particles that are lurking in the air that we breathe every day. That is why facial cleansers are so important. A cleanser is a facial care product that is used to remove make-up, dead skin cells, oil, dirt and other types of pollutants. By unclogging pores, cleansers are able to promote healthier, clearer skin while preventing skin conditions such as acne.
CHOOSING A CLEANSER
There are a ton of cleansers in stores and online. When choosing a cleanser, or any other product, it is crucial that you check the ingredients to be sure that you are selecting a product that is free of dangerous chemicals that can harm your skin and body. An example of such ingredients are parabens. Parabens are commonly used as preservatives in skincare products, and have been linked to cancer. They come in many forms including, butylparaben, ehtlyparaben, isobutylparaben, methylparaben and propylparaben.
All-natural cleansers, such as those produced by South of France, use nature's safest ingredients to ensure a product that does its job as a cleanser without the risks of irritation and contamination presented by synthetic ingredients.
USING YOUR CLEANSER
A little goes a long way. Massage only a dime-sized amount of your cleanser onto your moistened face and neck, lather and rinse thoroughly. Use your cleanser daily- morning, night or both- for better results.
Make the use of your facial cleanser a HABIT now! Summertime often means more time outside, more sweat, more oil and more dirt! Be proactive and keep your skin CLEAN!
(Usage instructions apply to South of France Spa Naturals facial cleansers. Other products may have other directions)
Thursday, July 1, 2010
Fun in the Sun- Protect Yourself!
Fourth of July weekend begins tomorrow and many people will be cooking out, poolside or headed to the beach. This also means that people will be spending more time stuck in traffic; they will be spending more money on traveling expenses, and they will be spending more time in the sun.
Exposing yourself to the sun without using the proper precautions can lead to damaging effects on your body and skin, including but not limited to sunburn, melasma, sun spots and skin cancer.
While South of France does not currently produce sun screens, I wanted to emphasize the importance of sun protection; moreover, I wanted to share some NATURAL recipes for sun protection. Organic Body Care Recipes by Stephanie Tourles provides a number of all natural concoctions to protect oneself from the sun. Below are a couple that I found most interesting.
SUNSCREEN BODY OIL
1/4 CUP jojoba base oil
1/4 CUP neem base oil
1/4 CUP pure aloe vera juice
1/4 CUP sesame base oil
3 TEASPOONS vitamin E oil
1 TEASPOON anhydrous lanolin
Tourles writes:
Add all ingredients to a storage container. The aloe vera juice is water-based and will separate out (as if you were making an oil and vinegar salad dressing), so the formula must be vigorously shaken each time prior to use.
No refrigeration is required if the product will be used within 3 weeks. If refrigerated, the oil will keep for 4 to 6 months. It will thicken when chilled but will liquefy when allowed to warm to room temperature.
APPLICATION TIPS: Apply to the entire body immediately before and repeatedly during sun exposure. The base oils won't leave an oily film if massaged in thoroughly (unless too much is applied).
This recipe should yield approximately 1 1/8 cup
ALOE AFTER-SUN RELIEF SPRAY
1 CUP aloe vera juice
20 DROPS lavendar essential oil
10 DROPS rosemary (chemotype verbenon) essential oil
Tourles writes:
Place all ingredients in a storage container and shake well to blend. Please keep refrigerated and use within 4 to 6 months.
APPLICATION TIPS: Spray on skin as often as necessary.
This recipe should yield 1 CUP
These recipes are made to protect your skin without the harmful chemicals found in most products sold in stores. No time to make an all-natural sunscreen? Research to find sunscreens that contain the least amount of toxic ingredients as possible.
Keep these recipes in mind for your next vacation, but be sure to use SOME type of protection.
Happy Fourth of July!
Tourles, Stephanie. Organic Body Care Recipes. Storey Publishing. 2007.
Check out Stephanie Tourles' blog!
Exposing yourself to the sun without using the proper precautions can lead to damaging effects on your body and skin, including but not limited to sunburn, melasma, sun spots and skin cancer.
While South of France does not currently produce sun screens, I wanted to emphasize the importance of sun protection; moreover, I wanted to share some NATURAL recipes for sun protection. Organic Body Care Recipes by Stephanie Tourles provides a number of all natural concoctions to protect oneself from the sun. Below are a couple that I found most interesting.
SUNSCREEN BODY OIL
1/4 CUP jojoba base oil
1/4 CUP neem base oil
1/4 CUP pure aloe vera juice
1/4 CUP sesame base oil
3 TEASPOONS vitamin E oil
1 TEASPOON anhydrous lanolin
Tourles writes:
Add all ingredients to a storage container. The aloe vera juice is water-based and will separate out (as if you were making an oil and vinegar salad dressing), so the formula must be vigorously shaken each time prior to use.
No refrigeration is required if the product will be used within 3 weeks. If refrigerated, the oil will keep for 4 to 6 months. It will thicken when chilled but will liquefy when allowed to warm to room temperature.
APPLICATION TIPS: Apply to the entire body immediately before and repeatedly during sun exposure. The base oils won't leave an oily film if massaged in thoroughly (unless too much is applied).
This recipe should yield approximately 1 1/8 cup
ALOE AFTER-SUN RELIEF SPRAY
1 CUP aloe vera juice
20 DROPS lavendar essential oil
10 DROPS rosemary (chemotype verbenon) essential oil
Tourles writes:
Place all ingredients in a storage container and shake well to blend. Please keep refrigerated and use within 4 to 6 months.
APPLICATION TIPS: Spray on skin as often as necessary.
This recipe should yield 1 CUP
These recipes are made to protect your skin without the harmful chemicals found in most products sold in stores. No time to make an all-natural sunscreen? Research to find sunscreens that contain the least amount of toxic ingredients as possible.
Keep these recipes in mind for your next vacation, but be sure to use SOME type of protection.
Happy Fourth of July!
Tourles, Stephanie. Organic Body Care Recipes. Storey Publishing. 2007.
Check out Stephanie Tourles' blog!
Monday, June 28, 2010
WIN BIG! ONLY 2 DAYS LEFT!
The end of June marks the end of 2 great chances to win big from both South of France Body Care & Spa Naturals. You have TWO DAYS left for your chance to win!
SoF Body Care:
Our soaps are now available in Rite Aid and Kerr Drug. Go out TODAY, purchase as many twin packs as you'd like, send us your receipt (along with a completed form that can be found on our website), and for each twin pack you purchase you'll be entered into a drawing for the chance at a $500 Visa Gift Card or a $100 or $50 SoF gift basket! Even better, once you've bought at least one twin pack, you can gain additional entries by retweeting the following link: http://www.sofgifts.com/home.html#rakd
Check out our website for the address and full terms and conditions!
Buy a twin pack for the chance at CASH BACK!
SoF Spa Naturals:
Use the promo code FRIENDS and receive 20% off of spa orders that are $29.99 & up and you will be automatically qualify for a chance to win 10 spa kits! Don't miss out on the chance to win big for yourself & your FRIENDS!
Please visit our website for the full terms and conditions
SoF Body Care:
Our soaps are now available in Rite Aid and Kerr Drug. Go out TODAY, purchase as many twin packs as you'd like, send us your receipt (along with a completed form that can be found on our website), and for each twin pack you purchase you'll be entered into a drawing for the chance at a $500 Visa Gift Card or a $100 or $50 SoF gift basket! Even better, once you've bought at least one twin pack, you can gain additional entries by retweeting the following link: http://www.sofgifts.com/home.html#rakd
Check out our website for the address and full terms and conditions!
Buy a twin pack for the chance at CASH BACK!
SoF Spa Naturals:
Use the promo code FRIENDS and receive 20% off of spa orders that are $29.99 & up and you will be automatically qualify for a chance to win 10 spa kits! Don't miss out on the chance to win big for yourself & your FRIENDS!
Please visit our website for the full terms and conditions
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
"Check the Ingredients"
In the October 20, 2009 inStyle.com article, "10 ways to detoxify your life," posted on CNN.com/living, number 7 urges readers to "Check the ingredients" in efforts to "avoid parabens."
Parabens are chemicals found in many products, especially cosmetic care products, that are used as preservatives to stop nasty bacterial growth. They come in many forms, including butylparaben, ethylparaben, isobutylparaben, methylparaben and propylparaben. Companies choose to use these chemicals because they are very cheap.
These cheap preservatives that stop microscopic growth, however, are thought to contribute to another horrific process- cancer. Studies have shown that parabens have the ability to mimic estrogen in the body, primarily impacting the endocrine system and potentially creating an increased risk of cancer. Studies have also found parabens present in breast cancer tissue samples.
Natural alternatives to the use parabens include grapeseed oil and Vitamin E, which are more costly, but definitely more healthy.
It is amazing that something so commonly used can have such negative effects. The few seconds that you take to "Check the ingredients" could have life-long benefits!
South of France products will NEVER include parabens.
Parabens are chemicals found in many products, especially cosmetic care products, that are used as preservatives to stop nasty bacterial growth. They come in many forms, including butylparaben, ethylparaben, isobutylparaben, methylparaben and propylparaben. Companies choose to use these chemicals because they are very cheap.
These cheap preservatives that stop microscopic growth, however, are thought to contribute to another horrific process- cancer. Studies have shown that parabens have the ability to mimic estrogen in the body, primarily impacting the endocrine system and potentially creating an increased risk of cancer. Studies have also found parabens present in breast cancer tissue samples.
Natural alternatives to the use parabens include grapeseed oil and Vitamin E, which are more costly, but definitely more healthy.
It is amazing that something so commonly used can have such negative effects. The few seconds that you take to "Check the ingredients" could have life-long benefits!
South of France products will NEVER include parabens.
Monday, June 21, 2010
CNN Health Names "5 toxics that are everywhere"
In the May 31, 2010 CNN Health article written by David S. Martin, "5 toxics that are everywhere: Protect yourself," some of the most commonly found toxins were outlined, along with their effects on the human body. The toxins addressed are:
BPA - Bisphenol A
Phthalates
PFOA
Formaldehyde
PBDEs - Polybrominatedd diphenyl ethers
The first two toxins, BPA & phthalates, are commonly found in skincare products on store shelves and in your homes. In January, 2010, the FDA declared “some concern about the potential effects of BPA on the brain, behavior and prostate gland of fetuses, infants and children.”
According to the CNN article, "Phthalates are considered endocrine disrupters," and may lead to a number of developmental issues.
It is important for you to know about these toxic agents and the effects that they may have on your body. At South of France, our Spa Naturals line is already free of toxins such as BPA and phthalates and we are currently redesigning our body care line so that it will be 100% BPA- and phthalate- free as well. This new line of product should be availabe August 2010. The worry of whether or not you are contaminating your body should not be an issue when you are simply trying to take care of your skin.
Check out more about our packaging and our products on our websites: www.sofspanaturals.com and www.southoffrancebodycare.com
BPA - Bisphenol A
Phthalates
PFOA
Formaldehyde
PBDEs - Polybrominatedd diphenyl ethers
The first two toxins, BPA & phthalates, are commonly found in skincare products on store shelves and in your homes. In January, 2010, the FDA declared “some concern about the potential effects of BPA on the brain, behavior and prostate gland of fetuses, infants and children.”
According to the CNN article, "Phthalates are considered endocrine disrupters," and may lead to a number of developmental issues.
It is important for you to know about these toxic agents and the effects that they may have on your body. At South of France, our Spa Naturals line is already free of toxins such as BPA and phthalates and we are currently redesigning our body care line so that it will be 100% BPA- and phthalate- free as well. This new line of product should be availabe August 2010. The worry of whether or not you are contaminating your body should not be an issue when you are simply trying to take care of your skin.
Check out more about our packaging and our products on our websites: www.sofspanaturals.com and www.southoffrancebodycare.com
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