Gluten Free Beauty Facial Moisture Serum

I was super excited a couple weeks ago when Kristen Campbell from Gluten Free Fox sent me a message to tell me about the new Gluten Free Beauty line she was starting. The new line will be completely natural as well as cruelty free. As of yet, there is no "organic" claim on the label, but once everything is properly registered there will be. I love the fact that there seems to be no corner cutting on this gluten free product, even the labels are being done just right.

I was even more thrilled when Kristen offered to sponsor a giveaway so one of my lucky readers could try her new Facial Moisture Serum for themselves. Having tried this product myself, I can tell you that this will absolutely make someone's day! Keep reading to learn more about this new gluten free product and how to get your own for free!

Ease of Use

All it takes are a couple drops of this Facial Moisture Serum to feel the difference in your skin. It is very easy to get those couple drops since this lovely oil is in a dropper bottle. There is a downside- It takes a bit of practice to make sure you don't get too much each time because the dropper holds much more than you need.

Appearance

The bottle itself is very pretty. The Facial Moisture Serum it contains is a foggy amber-gold color.






Scent and Texture

Gluten Free Beauty Facial Moisture Serum has almost no scent. There is a slight hint of herbs when sniffing the bottle, but not much fragrance is left on your skin.

The serum is pure oil, and feels that way when you put it on. It takes a little while to absorb, but when it does... My goodness your skin will be soft! I noticed a difference in the way my skin felt with the very first use. Now, after using the Serum for almost two weeks, I see a difference in the appearance of my skin as well. My complexion has evened out and has a softness and suppleness that I love.

Versatility

Facial Moisture Serum is made only for the face. I'm okay with that because any other use would be a waste :)

Overall Value

Gluten Free Beauty Facial Moisture Serum is $45 for a one ounce bottle. It is comparable in price to most of the beauty creams I have seen and will last a very long time.

Rating

I love what this product has done for my skin. No opinions from my daughter to report here since she still has perfect skin and I won't share this with her :)

The Giveaway

By now I'm sure you're convinced that this is a must-have product, so let me tell you how to get your own! I will hold a random drawing to select the person to give one bottle of Gluten Free Beauty Facial Moisture Serum to on Monday, April 19, 2010. The drawing will be completely random (think names in a hat). To enter the drawing, leave a comment below telling me why you want to win. A good story won't improve your chance of winning, but it will make us all smile :)

*Important* Make sure that when you leave your comment that you also leave a way for me to contact you when you win. This can be done by selecting the name/URL option for "Comment as", or by any other means that will be easy for me to use. While you're at it, why not click the "Subscribe by Email" link as well, that way you're always in the loop.

Good luck to all who enter!

This giveaway has been completed, Thank You! 

Love Yourself Body Balm by Marie Natural Botanicals

Facing the gluten free product review criteria today is Love Yourself Body Balm by Marie Natural Botanicals. The sneak peak pack I received from Marie Natural Botanicals was so full of good stuff that I wanted to spread the love a little and switch up the reviews a bit.

I am happy to announce that, although this killer company does not yet have a home on the web, there is now a number you can call for product information and ordering. It is: 888-666-0894.
Okay, on to the Body Balm!

Ease of Use

Love Yourself Body Balm by Marie Natural Botanicals is like a wicked fun science project! It comes in a cute little tin and is a solid consistency. It almost reminds me of lip gloss, but in a bigger container. When you scoop some of the Body Balm out of tin it is slightly grainy and textured. Once you begin rubbing it between your hands, though, all texture disappears and you have nothing but oil. I was a bit nervous about this at first, because I hate to be greasy. I took the plunge and spread it on.

Here is where it gets really cool... Within five minutes there was no greasiness, no residue at all! My skin was baby soft and I didn't have to stay off the furniture! So, not only is Love Yourself Body Balm by Marie Natural Botanicals easy to use, it's really cool!

The only thing I would change is that there would be a mini scoop or something to help it out of the tin. I just hate getting things stuck under my nails.

Appearance

Love Yourself Body Balm by Marie Natural Botanicals is a creamy color with a slight shimmer. It looks like it might be a bit dry and hard to spread.

Scent and Texture

I think I covered the texture section pretty well in the description of use, but the scent is as yet untouched :)

The scent is soft, fresh and clean. It has notes of citrus and spice, but also something softer, like baby powder. Also, the scent lasts all day, all night too for that matter.

Versatility

There is a bit of versatility to this gluten free skin care product. The scent is made in such a way that it will blend with and complement virtually any perfume.

Overall Value

A 4oz. tin of Love Yourself Body Balm by Marie Natural Botanicals will run you about $14.50. The tin will last about a month with regular use. It seemed a bit pricey to me at first glance, but when you factor in the fact that it will replace all of your other lotions and creams with no need to re-apply during the day, it's well worth it.

Rating

I am seriously addicted to this product. It is an absolute must have.

Marie Natural Botanicals Scrubby Bar with Lavendar Seeds

This will be the very first gluten free product review to feature an item you can't eat. I figured it was time to start branching out a bit and offering a little more information, since I'm told that bathing is almost important in life as eating.

The number of products claiming to be "all natural" and gluten free is on the rise. This is a good thing for those who have skin reactions to gluten. Marie Natural Botanicals is one company that really does have 100% natural products. I couldn't wait to try them, and was lucky enough to get a sneak peek. The Scrubby Bar is the focus of today's review. (Look for others in the future.)

Ease of Use

Marie Natural Botanicals Scrubby Bar with Lavender Seeds is very easy to use. Just rub it on in the shower or bath. It rinses away very clean and easily. There's no strange residue, oily or otherwise.

Appearance

Marie Natural Botanicals Scrubby Bar with Lavender Seeds is a very pretty green color with a generous amount of seeds scattered throughout. It is curved on the top and fits perfectly in your hand.

Scent and Texture

This thing is like a massage in the shower! It's fantastic! It scrubs, exfoliates and cleans all at the same time. Seeds will come off as you wash, but they don't stick to you.

Marie Natural Botanicals Scrubby Bar with Lavender Seeds has a refreshing minty smell that fills the shower. It also carries a hint of flowers. The mint gives a slight tingly feeling as you wash.

Versatility

There's not a lot of versatility here, but in this case that's not a bad thing. You won't want to waste a Scrubby Bar as a hand soap.

Overall Value

Marie Natural Botanicals Scrubby Bar with Lavender Seeds will sell for $6 a bar. Each bar should last about three weeks. Considering how excellent this gluten free product is, that's not bad in the value department. The company has not fully launched yet.

Rating

I love Marie Natural Botanicals Scrubby Bar with Lavender Seeds! It is a great way to wake up in the morning.