tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-92216069628189293912024-03-13T06:54:37.817-07:00Skin Free Skin CareThe creator of Skin Free Skin Care, pharmacist Julie Hilton, has over 30 years experience in pharmacy, compounding and natural skin care formulation. This blog will answer many of the questions that Julie is asked on a regular basis about Skin Free, natural skin care and skin care in general.Julie from Blue Ridge Gypsy Studiohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16085137360442451390noreply@blogger.comBlogger152125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9221606962818929391.post-70046470952440050512010-12-11T13:32:00.000-08:002010-12-11T13:37:22.367-08:00Skin Free 50% off LAST CHANCE Christmas SALEOUR 50% Off LAST CHANCE Christmas Special<br />Beginning Sunday, December 12th though Wednesday, December 15thALL <a href="http://www.mailermailer.com/rd?http://skinfree.net" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SKIN FREE</a> AND <a href="http://www.mailermailer.com/rd?http://blueridgegypsy.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BLUE RIDGE GYPSY</a> PRODUCTS will be available at half-price! You will need to enter the special Discount Code CHRISTMAS (case sensitive) to receive your discount. Don't miss out on this opportunity to treat yourself and your friends. Feel free to share this discount code to invite new clients to try our products.<br />We will be closed for The Christmas Holidays from Friday, December 24th through Sunday, January 2nd, reopening on Monday, January 3rd.<br />Orders from this sale will be shipped starting Monday, December 13th.<br />Our deadline for Christmas sales is Friday, December 18th. We cannot Guarantee that orders received after Friday, December 18th will be shipped in time for Christmas.<br />We have had an incredible response to our previous sale. Please bear with us when expecting your orders to be shipped.<br /><a href="http://www.mailermailer.com/rd?http://skinfree.net" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Skin Free</a> is proud to announce that we have received the <a href="http://www.mailermailer.com/rd?http://www.ptpamedia.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">PTPA</a> ("Parent Tested; Parent Approved")Award. This is a great honor for us. If you are not award of these folks, please visit their website for wonderful information about parent approved products for your children. Look for Skin Free to be partnering with <a href="http://www.mailermailer.com/rd?http://www.ptpamedia.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">PTPA </a>in many events in the near future. That means savings and excitement for you! We will be offering 24 Basic Four Gift Sets to be given away in contests and awards through <a href="http://www.mailermailer.com/rd?http://www.ptpamedia.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">PTPA.</a><br />We also have TWO NEW PRODUCTS for you:<br /><a href="http://www.mailermailer.com/rd?http://skinfree.net/products-a-z.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Super Moisture Butter Crème with Anti-Itch Relief, 8 oz. $15.99</a> - This is our wonderful Super Moisture Butter Crème with a dash of camphor and menthol added to help relieve annoying, itchy skin.<br /><a href="http://www.mailermailer.com/rd?http://skinfree.net/products-a-z.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Pink French Clay Mask for Delicate Skin - 6 oz - $15.99 </a>- We have so many happy customers who use our Green Clay Mask for Blemish Prone Skin that we would like to offer this facial mask for more delicate skin.<br />Remember that <a href="http://www.mailermailer.com/rd?http://blueridgegypsy.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Blue Ridge Gypsy</a> & <a href="http://www.mailermailer.com/rd?http://skinfree.net" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Skin Free</a> items will now be listed on <a href="http://www.mailermailer.com/rd?http://ebay.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">eBay</a>. Our user name is blueridgegypsy. We have a store and are starting to list overstocks and specials.<br />Our <a href="http://www.mailermailer.com/rd?http://blueridgegypsy.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Blue Ridge Gypsy</a> website is now back up . Time to start thinking about Christmas!<br />Also our free shipping policy will now be limited to orders over $50. Shipping has just become toooo expensive. We hope you will understand and try and place larger orders to take advantage of FREE SHIPPING.<br />Most of you are aware that Walgreens no longer carries our products. We apologize for that inconvenience. The economy isn't very kind to business like our's right now. We really want to thank you for your continuing support. Please encourage all your friends and family to buy from our websites.<br />We hope to soon be offering some spectacular gifts for Christmas on our newest website <a href="http://www.mailermailer.com/rd?http://occasia.net" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Occasia.net</a>!<br />Thank you for your support! Please tell your friends about us.<br />All the very best, Julie!Julie from Blue Ridge Gypsy Studiohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16085137360442451390noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9221606962818929391.post-89705828252694864652010-11-27T13:03:00.000-08:002010-11-27T13:15:08.924-08:00Skin Free Black Friday Sale Extended!Hey Folks,<br /><br />For those of you on the mailing list, you know that there is a <strong>HUGE 50% off sale</strong> going on at <a href="http://skinfree.net/"><strong>Skin Free</strong> </a>and<a href="http://blueridgegypsy.com/"> <strong>Blue Ridge Gypsy</strong></a>. In honor of <strong>CYBER MONDAY</strong>, we are extending the sale to readers of our blog and FB page. If you have friends, neighbors, or family who might want to take advantage of this sale, feel free to share the secret discount code with them, too.<br /><br />You can Tweet it, put it on your FB page, blog about it, and talk about it wherever you like ;)<br /><br />The sale is currently scheduled to last through Tuesday, November 30th. If we run out of some items, don't worry about it. We will make more and get them to you ASAP.<br /><br />Oh yeah, so what's the super secret 50% off discount code? <strong>THANKFUL</strong> because we are thankful for your support. So go shop!!!Julie from Blue Ridge Gypsy Studiohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16085137360442451390noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9221606962818929391.post-43523920946770295342010-11-23T08:05:00.000-08:002010-11-23T08:25:31.279-08:00Skin Free * Blue Ridge Gypsy Black Friday SALEWe posted about our <strong>50% off Black Friday SALE</strong> for <a href="http://www.blogger.com/skinfree.net"><strong>Skin Free Skincare</strong> </a>and <strong><a href="http://blueridgegypsy.com/">Blue Ridge Gypsy Studio</a></strong> in the newsletter that went out last week, but we wanted <em>more</em> people to be able to take advantage of it.<br /><br />If you want to take advantage of it, <a href="http://skinfree.net/"><strong>sign up for our newsletter NOW on Skinfree.net</strong></a><br /><br />We will release a <em>new</em> newsletter tonight which will include <em>the discount code</em> and <em>begin the sale</em>. The sale will extend thru November 30th. That's 50% off on all of our web sites!<br /><br />Oh, did we mention there is a new website? <a href="http://occasia.net/"><strong>Occasia.net</strong> </a> just went live.<br /><br />This is the <a href="http://occasia.net/"><strong><em>perfect</em></strong> </a>site for gifting or for just treating yourself like the <strong><em><a href="http://occasia.net/">princess</a></em></strong> you know you are. We have new products, new exclusive fragrances developed in-house, and fabulous packaging. If you are looking for a way to make your daily bathing ritual and real <strong><em><a href="http://occasia.net/">Occasion</a>,</em></strong><br />take a look at this <strong><em><a href="http://occasia.net/">new site</a></em></strong>.<br /><br />Don't forget about our video contest. This will be real fun! You don't have to have a fancy camcorder. You can use your cell phone! We aren't look for works of art. We are looking for geniune reviews of our products. We know you love them, so let us hear from you. If you need help. Just ask!<br /><br />I hope everyone out there has a wonderful holiday! Before I forget, our offices will be closed for the Thanksgiving weekend beginning Thusday November 25th. Tammy will be back on Monday, November 29th and I will be back on Wednesday, December 1st.<br /><br />All the very best, JulieJulie from Blue Ridge Gypsy Studiohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16085137360442451390noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9221606962818929391.post-64017394392757355132010-11-12T11:22:00.000-08:002010-11-12T11:34:33.235-08:00Skin Free Skincare Receives the Parent Tested Parent Approved Award!It's Offical! <a href="http://skinfree.net/"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Skin Free Skincare</span></a> has been presented with the PTPA seal of approval.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(65, 203, 245); line-height: 110%;font-family:Arial;font-size:24px;" >Congratulations<br />Skin Free Skincare!</span><br /><p> Dear Julie,<br /> We are pleased to inform you that your company has passed our parent evaluation program and will be announced as a <a href="http://www.ptpamedia.com/homepage"><span style="font-weight: bold;">PTPA</span></a> Award Winner for the upcoming Holiday 2010.</p> <span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(91, 93, 151); font-style: normal;font-family:Arial;font-size:16px;" >What does it mean to be a<br />PTPA Award Winner?</span> <p> PTPA is North America’s largest parent community. Joining our circle of winning products means that your product will be seen on our website by over 100,000 parent consumers monthly.<br /></p><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(91, 93, 151); font-style: normal;font-family:Arial;font-size:16px;" ></span> <p> The PTPA Winner’s Seal is <em>the</em> endorsement parents look for when purchasing products for their homes and their families. </p><p>Visit the <a href="http://www.ptpamedia.com/blog/"><span style="font-weight: bold;">PTPA blog</span></a> for amazing information about life as a parent.</p><p>This is so exciting!<br /></p><p><br /></p>Julie from Blue Ridge Gypsy Studiohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16085137360442451390noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9221606962818929391.post-18567967297681694102010-11-09T12:01:00.000-08:002010-11-09T13:31:12.950-08:00SKIN FREE VIDEO CONTEST No. ONEKeeping up with technology isn't always easy, but it sure can be fun! Would you like to help <a href="http://blueridgegypsy.com/"><strong>Blue Ridge Gypsy </strong></a>and <a href="http://skinfree.net/"><strong>Skin Free Skincare</strong></a> launch into the new wave of Social Media? We want to use videos to promote our products and we think you can help.<br /><br />Do you have a favorite <strong><a href="http://skinfree.net/">Skin Free </a></strong>product? Make a video of you or a friend using the product(s). Tell your audience <em>how</em> to use it and <em>why</em> you like it.<br /><br />Send your video to <strong>blueridgegypsy@yahoo.com</strong> or let us know that you have uploaded it to <strong><a href="http://youtube.com/">YouTube</a></strong>. We will share our favorites on YouTube, Facebook, and other social media sites and you can <strong>win a free year's worth </strong>of <a href="http://skinfree.net/"><strong>Skin Free </strong></a>products AND Skin Free will donate $500 to the <a href="http://www.blogger.com/nationaleczema.org"><strong>National Eczema Association</strong></a>. Not only will you be helping <a href="http://skinfree.net/"><strong>Skin Free</strong></a> and getting some amazing natural skincare for free, but you will be helping the growing population of people in North America who suffer from eczema.<br /><br />People will be able to view your videos and vote for them at the <a href="http://skinfree.net/videocontest1.htm"><strong>Skin Free website</strong></a>. Winners will be selected by popularity with voters and <strong>Skin Free </strong>employees.<br /><br />OKay, here's the fine print:<br /><br /><strong>Contest Company</strong>: <a href="http://skinfree.net/"><strong>Skin Free Skincare</strong></a><br /><br /><strong>Supported Cause</strong>: <a href="http://nationaleczema.org/"><strong>National Eczema Association</strong></a><br /><strong>Type of Contest</strong>: Video<br /><br /><strong>Time Frame for Entries</strong>: November 15,2010 thru December 31, 2010<br /><br /><strong>Entry Requirements</strong>: Entries must be an original video taken by the participant. No other types of entries will be accepted. You must have the expressed written consent of anyone appearing in your video. Enter as many times as you like but duplicate entries will be disregarded. Any entry that violates copyright protection or the Blue Ridge Gypsy terms of entry will be disqualified.<br /><br />Please read the <a href="http://skinfree.net/contest_rules.htm"><strong>Additional Contest Rules </strong></a>thoroughly. To enter this contest, you must agree to the rules which creates a contract between you and <a href="http://blueridgegypsy.com/"><strong>Blue Ridge Gypsy</strong></a>. All participants in the contest are subject to the Blue Ridge Gypsy terms and conditions. Any attempt to manipulate votes in any fashion can result in your votes being reduced or automatic deletion of your contest entry. Please play fair.<br /><br />We look forward to your videos. Hopefully, there will be entries for all of our products and lots of winners. So get busy.Julie from Blue Ridge Gypsy Studiohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16085137360442451390noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9221606962818929391.post-43042787368433139592010-11-03T09:48:00.000-07:002010-11-03T09:58:11.199-07:00Skin Free Surprise for all Blog ReadersIt may be only the beginning of November, but I have finished my christmas shopping. I am just not a mall person, so i do most of my gift buying online. I suggest that a visit to <span style="font-weight:bold;">Skin Free<a href="http://skinfree.net"></a></span> or <a href="http://blueridgegypsy.com"><span style="font-weight:bold;">Blue Ridge Gypsy Studio</span></a> might be a great place to start.<br /><br />To encourage your visits, we have a special coupon discount code for everyone you reads this blog. Just enter " Surprise " (no quotes) in the coupon box to get a 50% discount on your purchases. Remember you can combine purchases from <span style="font-weight:bold;">Skin Free<a href="http://skinfree.net"></a></span> and <span style="font-weight:bold;">Blue Ridge Gypsy<a href="http://blueridgegypsy.com"></a></span> because both sites use the same shopping cart.<br /><br />Check out special Holiday fragrances and sets. We will be anxiously awaiting your orders! Offer good only one time per customer. No other sales or coupons can be used with this sale. End date is November 30th. <br /><br />Happy Shopping! JulieJulie from Blue Ridge Gypsy Studiohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16085137360442451390noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9221606962818929391.post-9300681320952846092010-10-26T16:29:00.000-07:002010-10-26T16:57:30.463-07:00Opportunitiess and Skin Free Deals for DeedsIf you live in the DC area, you may have already heard about Deals for Deeds www.dealsfordeeds.com.<br />They work with local businesses to offer bargains to online customers. A portion of each purchase is donated to charity & you get to pick the charity.<br /><br />SkinFree' Deal began today and will run for ten days.<br />You can purchase a $25 certificate to cash in on www.skinfree.net or www.blueridgegypsy.com for $50 worth of product.<br /><br />Hurry on over to www.dealsfordeeds.com and get some great skincare while you do a good deed.Julie from Blue Ridge Gypsy Studiohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16085137360442451390noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9221606962818929391.post-10841430854300070852010-10-07T14:05:00.000-07:002010-10-07T14:21:05.511-07:00News From Skin Free SkincareFor those of you who like our products, but need to save some cash, you might want to hustle on over to <a href="http://skinfree.net">Skin Free </a>right now!<br /><br />We have a humongous sale on:<br /><br /> <strong>Skin Free Extra Moisturizing Soap</strong><br /><br /><strong>Skin Free Super Moisture Body Balm</strong><br /><br /><strong>Skin Free After Shower Moisture Spritz</strong><br /><br /><strong>The Basic Four Gift Set</strong><br /><br /><strong>AND The Eczema Relief Kit</strong>.<br /><br />The sale is running thru October 31st. So take advantage!!!!<br /><br />In addition, there will be other <em><strong>FLASH</strong></em> SALE items that will only be available for a day or two. You will be notified of these items via our newsletter. If you haven't already signed up for our newsletter, you just might want to do that now! Make sure that you add julieh@ceva.net to your contacts, so the newsletters don't end up in Spamsville.<br /><br />The last tidbit of news is that Blue Ridge Gypsy Studio has joined eBay. We have a store and have begun listing items. User name = blueridgegypsy. We will be sharing lots of <strong>Skin Free, Blue Ridge Gypsy</strong>, and new <strong>Occasia.net </strong>products.<br /><br />There will be lots of Christmas stocking stuffers and gift items. We are also scanning the warehouse for overstocked packaging items and fragrances. If any of you make your own skincare or know folks who do, keep watching our store for great bargains.<br /><br />Thanks for your support! All the very best, JulieJulie from Blue Ridge Gypsy Studiohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16085137360442451390noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9221606962818929391.post-34772712244841247002010-09-14T12:45:00.000-07:002010-09-14T13:05:40.203-07:00What Has Skin Free Skincare Been Up To?Well, it's obvious that blogging hasn't been tops on my mind. We have had a few trips. Made some new products. Started a new website. I think I'll let a few of our reviewers give some <a href="http://skinfree.net">Skin Free</a> Observations and get back to you after we visit the kids in Orlando.<br /><br />Meet Jennifer from <a href="http://giveawaysforyou.blogspot.com/2010/09/skin-free-skincare-blue-ridge-gypsy.html">Giveaways and More</a>:<br /><br />"I'm a thirty something married woman living in a rural area of Oregon where I own a small business but just got a new job with a bank. I love to offer my readers reviews and giveaways of products!<br /><br />My skin has always been problematic. As a teenager and still as a thirty-something woman, I struggle with blemish-prone, oily skin. Trying to find products that keep blemishes at bay while, at the same time, retaining some of the moisture so that my skin doesn't feel like sandpaper is so hard for me! I've tried everything from expensive products that can only be purchased in salons to products that are very inexpensive and can be bought at your local drug store. Nothing seems to work. I fully intend to struggle with this problem for the rest of my life!<br /><br />However, while I still haven't found that "miracle product" that will take away all my woes, I have found a group of products that help lessen the problems that I've experienced over the years. <a href="http://skinfree.net">Skin Free Skincare</a> products are formulated by a pharmacist and recommended by doctors for those with sensitive, delicate and very dry or damaged skin.<br /><br />I received three different products from <a href="http://skinfree.net">Skin Free</a> and <a href="http://blueridgegypsy.com">Blue Ridge Gypsy Studio</a> including <a href="http://skinfree.net/products-a-z.html">Acai Scrub for Sparkling Skin</a>, the <a href="http://skinfree.net/products-a-z.html">Extra Moisturizing Soap & Shampoo Bar</a> and <a href="http://blueridgegypsy.com/TuscanLavender.html">Butter Cream Hand and Body Lotion in Tuscan Lavender</a>. I was so excited to receive the lotion because I love the smell of lavender! This lotion lived up to my excitement because it smells lovely and just like I'm standing in a field of lavender. It is not at all greasy on my skin and it absorbs wonderfully. The consistency is light while still providing enough moisture so that my skin does not dry out.<br /><br />My husband was thrilled with the <a href="http://skinfree.net/acaiscrub.html">Acai Scrub</a>! In fact, he used it one morning after shaving and excitedly announced later that evening that his skin was still very smooth. No five o'clock shadow here! I was also happy with the scrub. It smelled wonderful without any of the perfumes that you normally have in a scrub. It felt natural on my skin and didn't leave any greasy residue after rinsing it off. The first time I used it I was a little bit freaked out because it does have a brown tint to it which I could see in the tub while rinsing but it didn't stain my tub. All in all, this was a great product that works to remove excess dry skin!<br /><br />The last product we tried was the <a href="http://skinfree.net/moistsoap.html">Extra Moisturizing Soap & Shampoo Bar</a>. Both my husband and me were amazed at the way that the bar cleansed our skin with drying it out or leaving a film. I've never used a bar soap that didn't leave my skin feeling tight and dry so I was thrilled when this one cleaned without drying. I didn't try it as a shampoo bar but I bet it would do a great job at cleaning hair, too!"<br /><br />Thanks for the great review, Jennifer! I'm glad your husband enjoyed the scrub. Many more men are buying our products. For those of you who enjoy the quality of <a href="http://skinfree.net">Skin Free</a> products, but would like more fragrance, please visit the <a href="http://blueridgegypsy.com">Blue Ridge Gypsy</a> site. Both sites share the same shopping cart, which means you only have to enter information one time. It's really convenient! You can find some great gifts there, too for birthdays or for Christmas. Santa will be here before you know it. <br /><br />All the very best, JulieJulie from Blue Ridge Gypsy Studiohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16085137360442451390noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9221606962818929391.post-19356707206644512042010-07-28T09:27:00.000-07:002010-07-28T09:39:02.564-07:00Joy from Girly Girl Giveaways Gives Us Her Thoughts on Skin Free SkincareJoy is a stay-at-home-mom to three daughters. She is the wife of a worship leader & youth pastor. She runs her own Etsy shop selling handmade, hand-stamped sterling jewelry. Joy has taken courses in journalism, play writing, poetry, was in Honors English throughout school and has had small publications made of her work (mostly poetry). All product reviews expressed in this blog are the personal opinion of Joy. There was no compensation for these opinions though in some instances item(s) were provided for review. Joy's blog can be found at <a href="http://girlygirlgiveaways.blogspot.com/2010/07/giveaway-skin-free.html"><strong>Girly Girl Giveaways.</strong></a><br /><br />Here's what she had to say:<br /><br />"I love finding natural bath and beauty products that are not only healthy for my skin but SMELL GOOD! Some natural things just smell a little too earthy for me. <a href="http://skinfree.net"><strong>Skin Free</strong></a> sent me some <a href="http://skinfree.net/products-a-z.html"><strong>Whipped Tamanu Body Butter, an Extra Moisturizing Soap & Shampoo Bar and the Acai Scrub for Sparkling Skin.</strong></a> First of all you must know the Skin Free Skin Care products are all natural and vegan. They do not contain harsh chemicals or petroleum-based ingredients. The best thing you can do for your skin and body is use natural products!<br /><br /><a href="http://skinfree.net/products-a-z.html"><strong>Whipped Tamanu Body Butter</strong></a>- This body butter is amazing! It is NOT GREASY! I just put some on a couple seconds ago and my hands are soft, moisturized but without the residue and grease that most other products leave behind. My skin looks healthy and clear, too. As for the scent it reminds me of roses with a hint of citrus! It really is delicious. I don't have anything negative to say about this amazing body butter that has become a staple in my house! Best part is that it is natural and safe to use on my kids and baby, too!<br /><br /><a href="http://skinfree.net/products-a-z.html"><strong>Extra Moisturizing Soap & Shampoo Bar</strong></a>- This soap can be used for your face, body or hair! I haven't had a chance to use it on my hair. It is a clean soap that gets your skin clean and washes away well. Most soaps leave a residue that you can feel and can leave your skill dull. NOT this soap!<br /><br /><a href="http://skinfree.net/products-a-z.html"><strong>Acai Scrub for Sparkling Skin</strong></a>- Now this scrub is a more natural scent than the Tamanu Body Butter but it happens to be my favorite bath and beauty product to review to date! You get the powerful antioxidants from the Acai berry and the scrubbing power of the granules for optimal exfoliation. I use this scrub on my face, my body, my knees and elbows and heels. It softens the rough patches but is gentle, leaving my skin clean and clear. It feels so amazing to rub this into your skin, especially your face and to wash off all the stress, dirt and grime. My skin is dry and sometimes I get mild rosacea. I love having products that are natural AND help fight the problems my skin sometimes faces due to the environment and my makeup. This is a must-have product for people of all skin types!!! The only problem that I had was that it leaked in the box when it was shipped. The leak had no affect on the product quality and was just a shipping mishap.<br /><br /><a href="http://skinfree.net"><strong>Skin Free</strong></a> has many more products for people with sensitive skin or blemish problems. You should know that <a href="http://skinfree.net"><strong>Skin Free</strong></a> products are formulated and designed by pharmacist, Julie Hilton, a sufferer from skin allergies and blemish problems. She created this line of products for people who needed a skin regimen without the harsh chemicals. Read the <a href="http://skinfree.net/about.html"><strong>About Us</strong></a> page for more information!<br /><br />I love these products so much I am considering becoming an <a href="http://skinfree.net/affiliateinfo.html"><strong>Affiliate</strong></a>. You can become one, too! Just visit the <a href="http://skinfree.net/affiliateinfo.html"><strong>Affiliate Information</strong></a> page. You can also find <a href="http://skinfree.net"><strong>Skin Free Skin Care</strong></a> products online at walgreens.com, cvs.com and drugstore.com!"<br /><br />Thanks, Joy, for the great review!Julie from Blue Ridge Gypsy Studiohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16085137360442451390noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9221606962818929391.post-55456002839548752272010-07-14T08:33:00.000-07:002010-07-14T08:50:27.349-07:00LOVETOSHOPMOM Reviews Skin Free Skincare Part Deaux<a href="http://www.lovetoshopmom.com/2010/07/skin-free-review.html"><strong>Jamie aka LoveToShopMom </strong></a>and her Little Miss Diva (2 yrs old on Saturday!) give their thoughts on <a href="http://skinfree.net"><strong>Skin Free products</strong></a>:<br /><br />"I have complained many times about my dry skin issues, and have expressed my inner urge to be more Eco-friendly or even at time the need to be vegan friendly, and most of all I have expressed the desire to only use all natural products on my daughter and in my house. I am extremely picky when it comes to using beauty products, I expect the products I use to live up to a certain standard, and still be made from all natural ingredients that will not harm my skin. Last summer Skin Free sent me a few products to try and I fell in love, you can read my previous posts, here. <br /><br /><a href="http://skinfree.net"><strong>Skin Free </strong></a> recently sent me a few more products to try for the purpose of this review. I received the <strong>Whipped Tamanu Body Butter, Extra Moisturizing Soap, and the Acai Scrub for Sparkling Skin.</strong> All of which are fabulous products.<br /><br />I am very picky and particular when it comes to body lotions, I have to apply some form of body lotion daily because my skin is so dry, but I hate when a lotion feels heavy and goopy on my skin. There is nothing worse than stepping outside in the 100 degree 100% humidity weather in the middle of a Texas Summer covered in a thick sticky body lotion that will not dry and leaves you feeling super icky. I hate this! When I use a lotion I want it to be light and dry fast but at the same time it has to moisturize my skin. Which is exactly what the Skin Free Whipped Tamanu Body Butter does.<br /><br />Oh man I am in love with this body butter, the <a href="http://skinfree.net"><strong>Whipped Tamanu Body Butter </strong></a>contains no fragrance, no petroleum products, no colorants, and no harmful chemicals so I feel confident knowing that I am applying a product to my skin that will not harm me. I love the way my skin feels after I have applied the <strong>Tamanu Body Butter</strong>, I am left with soft skin that does not feel sticky or dry out through out the day.<br /><br />My daughter has a mild case of Eczema, and all though she does not break out all the time, I do have to be careful what products I use on her skin to avoid a break out. The <a href="http://skinfree.net"><strong>Skin Free Extra Moisturizing Soap </strong></a>was Awarded the <strong>National Eczema Association Seal of Acceptance </strong>August, 2008, which makes me feel good as a concerned parent and consumer that I am purchasing a product that is safe for someone with Eczema. I used the <strong>Extra Moisturizing Soap </strong>on Miss Diva and was happy with the outcome, most times when we use a new soap on Miss Diva she breaks out, but not this time. The <strong>Extra Moisturizing Soap </strong>actually helped to make her skin soft and smooth and I am one happy Momma!<br /><br />I really love the way my skin feels after I use body scrubs, but most scrubs can be a little too harsh for my skin. But the <strong>Acai Scrub for Sparkling Skin </strong>left my skin feeling soft, smooth, and with just a hint of shine to it. I really loved how healthy my skin looked and felt after using the <strong>Acai Scrub for Sparkling Skin</strong> and would definitely recommend it for anyone looking for a great body scrub!<br /><br />I love all of <a href="http://skinfree.net"><strong>Skin Free's </strong></a>products because they contain no fragrance, no petroleum products, no colorants, no harmful chemicals, are all natural and use vegan friendly ingredients, no animal testing, do not leave a greasy feeling, and best of all have a money back guarantee. <br /><br />To learn more about <a href="http://skinfree.net"><strong>Skin Free</strong></a>, purchase these or other great products, or find a location near you where you can purchase Skin Free Products, just visit their website. http://www.skinfree.net/ <br /><br />Thank You Skin Free for allowing me to review your products again!" <br /><br />Thank you, Jamie! Have a great summer!Julie from Blue Ridge Gypsy Studiohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16085137360442451390noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9221606962818929391.post-49791377270598335322010-07-11T06:54:00.000-07:002010-07-11T07:30:09.133-07:00Larry H. from Cake Blast reviews products from Skin Free & Blue Ridge Gypsy StudioToday's Guest Blogger is Larry from the <strong><a href="http://cakeblast.com/giveaways/giveaway-30-gc-review-of-skin-free-skin-care-products/">Cakeblast</a></strong>. I'm excited to have a gentleman review our products! Listen up, Guys Out There. Skincare is for everyone. Don't be lame. This stuff is't all "girly". Real Men take care of themselves and have great sexy skin. Women love this! I'm just saying ;)<br /><br />Here's what Larry had to say"<br /><br />"Both <a href="http://blueridgegypsy.com"><strong>Blue Ridge Gypsy </strong></a>and <a href="http://skinfree.net"><strong>Skin Free Skincare </strong></a>create quality lotions, body sprays, creams, scrubs, soaps, facial masks, and more. All of their products contain only natural, cruelty free, vegan ingredients. I tried out the <a href="http://skinfree.net/products-a-z.html"><strong>Skin Free Renewal Kit</strong></a> and Blue Ridge Gypsy Honeysuckle Butter Creme and am very pleased with the results.<br /><br />The <a href="http://skinfree.net/products-a-z.html"><strong>Skin Free Skin Renewal System</strong></a> includes an 8oz tub of <strong>Sweet & Smooth Sugar Scrub </strong>and an 8oz tub of <strong>Whipped Tamanu Body Butter</strong>. This is everything needed to exfoliate and moisturize the skin and would make a great gift for anyone who is concerned about skincare.<br /><br />The <strong>Tamanu Body Butter </strong>leaves my skin feeling very soft and supple. It is fragrance free, but the ingredients have a natural scent that smells similar to butter pecan ice cream. The best thing about the body butter is its extraordinary hydrating abilities. The body butter thoroughly moisturizes my skin making it obvious why it is so good for babies, the elderly, or anyone with dry or sensitive skin. Men will often not admit to using moisturizers, thinking it is feminine. However, guys should want to look their best too. I moisturize, and this body butter is perfect after a good Exfoliating sugar scrub.<br /><br />The <strong>Sweet & Smooth Sugar Scrub </strong>is another excellent <a href="http://skinfree.net"><strong>Skin Free </strong></a>skin care product. I love using this in the shower to remove dead skin cells and smooth my skin. It can be ordered by itself for $14.95 + s/h.<br /><br />The <strong>Skin Free Tamanu Body Butter </strong>can be ordered separately for $18.95 + s/h. The complete <strong>Skin Renewal Kit </strong>like the one I reviewed is $32. All orders under $50 ship for a very reasonable $5.00 in the U.S. and $6.95 to Canada. On orders over $50, Shipping is FREE!<br /><br />The final product I received was the Honeysuckle Butter Creme from <a href="http://blueridgegypsy.com"><strong>Blue Ridge Gypsy Studios</strong></a>. The products from <a href="http://blueridgegypsy.com"><strong>Blue Ridge Gypsy </strong></a>all contain the same all-natural ingredients as the <a href="http://skinfree.net"><strong>Skin Free </strong></a>line, with the only difference being the addition of fragrance. None of the <a href="http://blueridgegypsy.com"><strong>Blue Ridge Gypsy </strong></a>or <a href="http://skinfree.net"><strong>Skin free </strong></a>products contain petroleum, steroids or any harmful chemicals. In fact, both companies are owned by the same entrepreneur Julie Hilton, who has over 30 years experience in compounding and natural skin care.<br /><br />When I first opened the <a href="http://blueridgegypsy.com/honeysuckle.html"><strong>Honeysuckle Butter Creme</strong></a>, I was a bit shocked at the lotion’s pink color. It is a very pretty shade of pink, I just didn’t expect it to be that color. The lotion keeps my skin soft although as expected it doesn’t absorb into my skin the way the body butter does. The honeysuckle smells wonderful albeit with citrus tones that remind me of grapefruit.<br /><br /><a href="http://blueridgegypsy.com"><strong>Blue Ridge Gypsy Studios</strong></a> has many other scents available including summer scents which are only available <a href="http://blueridgegypsy.com/special.html"><strong>(and on SALE) for a limited time</strong></a>. <a href="http://blueridgegypsy.com"><strong>Blue Ridge Gypsy </strong></a>butter creme hand and body lotions are available for $12.99 + s/h and like I mentioned earlier, if you buy four bottles or otherwise spend over $50, shipping will be free! What a great reason to buy some as gifts!"<br /><br />Thanks for the input, Larry! I have to say the pink color of the Honeysuckle Butter Creme was a surprise to me, too!!! Something happens when I add that eseential oil blend to the warm Butter Creme. BTW, this is the same Butter Creme recipe as the Skin Free Extra Moisturizing Butter Creme. We just add essential or fragrance oils.<br />The Honeysuckle blend is our own interpretation of the wonderful honeysuckle that grows wild here in Virginia. <br /><br />Thanks for the support everyone! Hope you are having a great summer. Please go to <a href="http://blueridgegypsy.com"><strong>Blue Ridge Gypsy </strong></a>and check out our <a href="http://blueridgegypsy.com/special.html"><strong>SUMMER SALE</strong></a>. It won't last forever. <br /><br />All the Very Best, JulieJulie from Blue Ridge Gypsy Studiohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16085137360442451390noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9221606962818929391.post-35993082337521145602010-07-01T08:40:00.000-07:002010-07-01T09:06:33.066-07:00Skin Free French Green Clay Mask Reviewed by Valorie from "Truth Be Told"Summer tends to make us lazy and I'm no exception! I think it's a perfect time for my guest bloggers to take over and share their reviews of Skin Free & Blue Ridge Gypsy Products. Here's a review from Valorie from <span style="font-weight:bold;"><a href="http://www.truthbetoldblog.com/2010/06/blue-ridge-gypsy-studio-skin-care.html">Truth Be Told</span></a><br /><br />"The products that <a href="http://www.blueridgegypsy.com">Blue Ridge Studio</a> carries rate a 0 out of 10 on a toxic scale, are made with naturally occurring vegetable oils and butters, and come from a replenishable source.<br /><br />Naturally occurring oils and butters have antioxidants, antibacterial properties, and non steroidal anti inflammatory drug properties. This cannot be found in those manmade greasy oils. Vegetable oils and butters are also completely safe, and very moisturizing on anyone’s skin! Without giving you that greasy feeling.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.blueridgegypsy.com">Blue Ridge Gypsy Studio</a> and <a href="http://skinfree.net">Skin Free Skin Care</a> carry a wide variety of products for all ages. One of my favorite categories is the Facial Care section. I was sent a tub of the <a href="http://skinfree.net/products-facial.html">Green Clay Mask</a> for Blemish Prone Skin to try out. This mask is made with French Green Clay enriched with Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil and hypoallergenic Macadamia Nut Oil. These amazing ingredients combined help to draw out impurities from blemish prone skin and help get that deep clean feeling your face is longing for.<br /><br />When I used this green clay mask I applied it all over my face and neck. You can even apply it to your shoulders. I love the way this smells. It’s like a clean smell. You can do this every so often and soak in the tub while it dries. Using this mask gave me a spa like feeling. I just sat there and relaxed while the mask dried. The paste is easy to apply and feels cool and refreshing on my skin. You can also use it as an on the spot, overnight acne treatment."<br /><br />Valorie is a SAHM to Kiora Chayne. Her name is Celtic and it means Small tan and beautiful.Valorie has a fluff obsession. She LOVES talking about cloth diapers and anything go green. That is why she started her blog. She is also pursuing a degree in psychology.<br /><br />Thanks for the review, Valorie!<br /><br />If you are a blogger who would like to review new Blue Ridge Gypsy products please contact us at <a href="mailto:blueridgegypsy@yahoo.com">blueridgegypsy@yahoo.com</a><br /><br />Currents Specials on <a href="http://blueridgegypsy.com/special.htm">Blue Ridge Gypsy Studio</a> offer some great deals on cool Summer Fragrances.<br /><br />We also have some new <a href="http://blueridgegypsy.com/herbal.html">Herbal Remedies</a> now listed, including:<br /><br /> our <a href="http://blueridgegypsy.com/herbal.html"><span style="font-weight:bold;">BRG Anti-Bug Spritz<span style="font-weight:bold;"><span style="font-weight:bold;"></span></span></span></a><br /><br /> our <a href="http://blueridgegypsy.com/herbal.html"><span style="font-weight:bold;">BRG Headache Stik Roll-on<span style="font-weight:bold;"><span style="font-weight:bold;"></span></span></span></a> and<br /><br />our <a href="http://blueridgegypsy.com/herbal.html"><span style="font-weight:bold;">BRG Rose Hydrosol Spritz<span style="font-weight:bold;"><span style="font-weight:bold;"></span></span></span></a><br /><br />More new products will be added soon!<br /><br />BTW, some of our facial mask afficianados have reported that they have trouble finding facial masks. We would like to help out for those of you with delicate or aging skin. We will soon be offering a <span style="font-weight:bold;">Pink Clay Facial Mask from Skin Free.</span><br /><br />If you would like to be notified when this is available, please sign up for <a href="http://skinfree.net">our mailing list.</a> We will let you know about our new Pink Clay Facial and all other new products and specials!<br /><br />Have a wonderful Fourth of July! All the very best, JulieJulie from Blue Ridge Gypsy Studiohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16085137360442451390noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9221606962818929391.post-76113464722130892372010-06-01T11:19:00.001-07:002010-06-01T11:30:33.411-07:00Skin Free & Blue Ridge Gypsy Studio Offer Special "Pay-It-Forward" opportunity for Memorial Day WeekendHow many of you have signed up for our <span style="font-weight: bold;">Skin Free</span> /<span style="font-weight: bold;">Blue Ridge Gypsy </span> Newsletter?<br /><br />We send out at least one newsletter per month and we have just added <span style="font-weight: bold;">Special Coupons and Discounts</span> for our Newsletter recipients.<br /><br />This past weekend we sent out a bountiful <span style="font-weight: bold;">"Pay It Forward" Opportunity.</span> This offer gives our readers the opportunity to refer a friend or family member to our websites. That lucky person will get a 30% discount on their initial purchase. The reader who refers someone will receive a $20 coupon off their next purchase from our websites.<br /><br />Interested in participating? Rush on over to <span style="font-weight: bold;">Skin Free<a href="http://skinfree.net/"></a></span> and sign up for our newsletter!<br /><br />We will never sell, barter, or giveaway your email address. And you will be first in line for new opportunities on all of our websites.<br /><br />Remember that all of our websites share the same shopping cart, so your shopping experience will be simple and carefree.<br /><br />All the very best! JulieJulie from Blue Ridge Gypsy Studiohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16085137360442451390noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9221606962818929391.post-11113277203918545522010-05-24T09:26:00.000-07:002010-05-24T10:02:01.785-07:00Hear What Others Think About Skin Free SkincareIt's Spring and we are warming up to new products and new concepts for <span style="font-weight:bold;">Skin Free Skincare<a href="http://skinfree.net"></a></span> and <span style="font-weight:bold;">Blue Ridge Gypsy Studio. <a href="http://blueridgegypsy.com"></a></span><br /><br />We thought we would start off by listening to what some friendly bloggers have to say about our products. Remember, most of these reviews are accompanied by giveaways or contests. Be sure to visit the review sites and take a chance on winning some <span style="font-weight:bold;">Free<span style="font-style:italic;"></span></span> <span style="font-weight:bold;">Skin Free Skincare</span>.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Familylicious<a href="http://familyliciousreviews.blogspot.com/2010/05/skin-free-review-and-giveaway.html"></a></span> involved the whole brood in trying Skin Free Super Moisture Butter Creme and Skin Free Corrective Face Nectar.Julie from Blue Ridge Gypsy Studiohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16085137360442451390noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9221606962818929391.post-82794589215397201002010-05-17T14:10:00.000-07:002010-05-17T14:15:10.554-07:00Skin Free leaves Walgreens in JulyWell, that didn't take long! After a brief, but meaningful relationship, WAGS has decided to move on without <a href="http://skinfree.net">Skin Free Skincare</a>.<br /><br />As early as July, Skin Free products will be gone from the shelves of your local Walgreens. However, if you are reading this post, then you have the Internet. If you have the Internet, you have access to the entire Skin Free line of products.<br /><br />Don't delay! Visit <a href="http://skinfree.net">Skinfree.net </a>and sign up for our newsletter. We are getting ready to sponsor a brand new promotion for our subscribers. <br /><br />So click that link and join us for great savings on our wonderful products.<br /><br />All the very best, JulieJulie from Blue Ridge Gypsy Studiohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16085137360442451390noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9221606962818929391.post-62512674668384471402010-05-06T10:37:00.000-07:002010-05-06T10:42:07.178-07:00Skin Free Skincare Mother's Day SpecialHave you waited until the last minutes to get your Mom a gift? Is she hard to but for or have skin issues that make you hestitant to treat her to specialty skin care items?<br /><br />Well, we have a last minute gift idea for you that may solve all of your problems! We have just posted <strong>Skin Free Skincare Gift Certificates </strong>on the home page of our website <strong><a href="http://skinfree.net">skinfree.net</a></strong>.<br /><br />These gift certificates can also be used on our sister site,<a href="http://blueridgegypsy.com"> Blue Ridge Gypsy Studio</a> . We have over 100 items that are fragrances or unfragranced. Tell your Mom you think she is beautiful and you want to keep her that way.<br /><br />As a special incentive, we are offering these Gift Certificates at a special discount rate thru Father's Day. They are good for up to a year, so if you already gotten your Mom a present, you can save it for Christmas or her birthday.<br /><br />Why did we hold the special to Father's Day? Because Skin Free Skincare products make a great gift for Dad's, too! <br /><br />How does this work? You select a <a href="http://skinfree.net">Skin Free Gift Certificate </a>in a specific amount and we will email it to you within 12 hours. That means you can shop up until Midnight on Saturday, May 8th and still deliver your gift on time.<br /><br />Watch our websites for new items and special sales. Happy Mother's Day to all and all the very best. JulieJulie from Blue Ridge Gypsy Studiohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16085137360442451390noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9221606962818929391.post-16414574818191717902010-04-17T08:02:00.000-07:002010-04-17T08:24:39.620-07:00Skin Free Skincare Helps with Serious DermatitisThis is an unsolicited letter from one of our clients:<br /><br />"To Whom it may concern:<br /><br />For the past five years I've been dealing with and diagnosed with Nerve Dermatitis. I'v used everything to help clear it up. I had to eventually get antibiotics to treat a bacterial infection. So now thanks with the help of your <a href="http://skinfree.net/moistsoap.html">soap</a> I'm pleased to say that the skin condition is clearing up.<br /><br />I have been using your <a href="http://skinfree.net/moistsoap.html">soap</a> now for about two whole months (Jan, Feb, Mar). My skin is so much healthier. I've been telling everyone how good your soap is!<br /><br />Thanks a million!"<br /><br /><br />First of all, let me comment that there is nothing medicinal about our products. <a href="http://skinfree.net">Skin Free Skincare</a> offers healing properties by virtue of "doing no harm" We use only the best, organic when possible oils and butters straight from Nature.<br /><br />Fortunately, Nature has provided some pretty awesome anti-inflammatories and anti-oxidants in those oils. By giving the skin a chance to heal itself and form it's naturally occuring protective barrier, Skin Free is helpful in healing.<br /><br />Our products feature<br /><br /> *<br /><br /> <span style="font-weight:bold;">All Natural, Vegan Ingredients<br /> *<br /><br /> No Perfumes<br /> *<br /><br /> No Petroleum Products<br /> *<br /><br /> No Harmful Chemicals<br /> *<br /><br /> No Steroids<br /> *<br /><br /> No Colorants<br /> *<br /><br /> No Greasy feeling<br /> *<br /><br /> No Animal Testing, Cruelty Free</span><br /><br />There are no other products that come close in effectiveness to our soap and other skincare.<br /><br />This summer, <span style="font-weight:bold;">Skin Free</span> will become available only by the website or <span style="font-weight:bold;">by phone at 1-888-450-2459 or 434-263-4119</span>.<br /><br />Many of our clients have been fortunate enough to buy a few of our products at local <a href="http://skinfree.net/purchase.html">Walgreens.</a> Walgreens has begun a huge markdown program and will be discontinuing our products in July. I hope all of you will take advantage of this markdown and stock up on <a href="http://skinfree.net/moistsoap.html">Skin Free Extra Moisturizing Soap</a> and <a href="http://skinfree.net/products-body.html">Skin Free Super Moisture Body Balm</a> while supplies last.<br /><br />In the meantime, please visit the site and shop for products for:<br /><br /> * Extreme Dry Skin<br /> * Skin or Fragrance Allergies<br /> * Psoriasis<br /> * Dermatitis<br /> * Eczema<br /> * Pregnant Moms<br /> * Babies<br /> * The Elderly<br /> * Diabetics<br /> * Renal Patients<br /> * After Radiation or Chemotherapy<br /><br />Pharmacist formulated and doctor recommended patented formulas for delicate, sensitive and very dry or damaged skin.<br /><br />Wishing you all the very best! JulieJulie from Blue Ridge Gypsy Studiohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16085137360442451390noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9221606962818929391.post-39005785858247316352010-04-16T11:12:00.000-07:002010-04-16T11:16:35.215-07:00Gentleman, Skin Free offers you GREAT Skincare"I wanted to tell you that your super moisture body balm oil is the best massage oil I've ever used as well as the best aftershave. Are you tapping the aftershave market, because you should be! Your oil would be the least expensive and best quality aftershave on the market, in my humble opinion. I push your products where ever possible. Your products fill a much needed niche. Keep up the exceptional work."<br /><br />I knew that our unscented products would be great for men, but I never in a million years thought of Skin Free Super Moisture Body Balm as an after shave therapy. Why not? It soothes, heals, and makes your skin feel great.<br /><br />I'm always amazed when clients tell me all the wonderful things they they like about Skin Free Skincare.<br /><br />Please comment! We could have a great contest going here. Thx, JulesJulie from Blue Ridge Gypsy Studiohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16085137360442451390noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9221606962818929391.post-60662120934660898072010-04-16T11:10:00.000-07:002010-04-16T11:12:38.494-07:00Skin Free Skincare Recommendation from one of our favorite vendors.I'm the manager of a local, independent pharmacy, and I have an autoimmune disease that affects my skin and muscles. I stumbled across SkinFree almost by accident. In Feb., 2008, I had a medical emergency that necessitated a visit to the hospital ER. I was sent home with an RX that needed to be filled . The pharmacy where I work was closed, so, I had no choice but to visit the closest CVS. While waiting, I noticed a jumble of skin products on the counter along with brochures. I read a brochure while waiting, and my initial thought was that the products seemed perfect for me AND for many of my customers who suffer from skin problems. It's not easy to find a line of 100% organic products. I e-mailed Julie the next day and asked if she would consider having her product line in a small pharmacy. My thinking was that the employees in small, independent pharmacies are the ones who know their customers and their needs. Julie was agreeable, and we went from there. Julie and her assistant, Tammy, are easy to work with. I request soap samples or more brochures, and they send them to me. I e-mail with a customer problem or question, and I receive an e-mail or phone call in response. I ask for special packaging for a customer's need, and they design it for me. SkinFree practically sells itself it is so wonderful. Our first-time buyers become repeat customers. What's really funny is that I've never met Julie or Tammy, but I feel like they are friends. I wish all businesses were as easy to work with.<br />By the way, even though the skin component of my disease is not cured, (there is no cure) my skin is in much better shape than prior to Feb., 2008, when I changed my life by e-mailing Julie.Julie from Blue Ridge Gypsy Studiohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16085137360442451390noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9221606962818929391.post-77330838184106682012010-04-13T11:01:00.000-07:002010-04-13T11:11:06.913-07:00Love Letter from a Devoted Skin Free Fan<span style="font-weight:bold;"><a href="http://skinfree.net">Skin Free Skincare</a></span> is a very small company, but we feel that we make a major impact in the lives of people who use our products.<br /><br />The letter below from a client exemplifies this feeling:<br /><br />" I absolutely love your products! I have suffered from eczema since my<br /><br /> childhood and throughout my adulthood, and I also have been suffering from<br /><br /> psoriasis since the age of 20(I am now 34) Initially I ordered the soap and<br /><br /> the Face Nectar because I've had scarring from the eczema on my face. The<br /><br /> soap is wonderful and the nectar has helped greatly with the scars on my<br /><br /> face. They are not as noticeable as they once were and I'm not as<br /><br /> self-conscious about my appearance. About a month ago I went to Walgreen's<br /><br /> and found the Super Moisture Body Balm. Although my recent psoriasis<br /><br /> outbreak isn't as severe as previous outbreaks, I used it all over my body<br /><br /> and it seems to keep it at bay. The more I use it, the more I have it under<br /><br /> control and it seems to clear up more. Thank you so much for giving an<br /><br /> alternative to using prescription meds, esp steroids. I hope you continue<br /><br /> to manufacture this product because I am definitely a believer and a loyal<br /><br /> customer.<br /><br /><br /> Thank you"<br /><br />It's hard not to feel proud when I get feedback like this. Helping people with skincare issues is the very reason that I began to formulate <span style="font-weight:bold;"><a href="http://skinfree.net">Skin Free Skincare</a></span>. <br /><br />If you have never had damaging skin problems you may not understand the embarrasment and emotional pain these can cause. If you do know someone with eczema, psoriasis, scarring, acne, or sun damaged skin, please refer them to our website. We now offer a money back guarantee on our products.<br /><br />Skin Free Skincare offers 100% natural, effective, and affordable products for all age groups.Julie from Blue Ridge Gypsy Studiohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16085137360442451390noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9221606962818929391.post-25094542931610431532010-03-30T08:42:00.000-07:002010-03-30T08:53:59.611-07:00Skin Free Skincare Money Back Guarantee Started 4/1/10 (and that's no joke!)After having our products on the market for 4 years and getting amazing feedback from all of our wonderful clients, we have decided to offer a Money Back Guarantee across the board on all of our products if they do not perform the way we say they will. For instance, if you try the Corrective Face Nectar to lighten dark spots on your face or hands and this doesn't happen, we will refund your money after you have used it for 6 weeks.<br /><br />Before you try our products, we always suggest that you read the ingredients listed on the website and watch fo your personal allergies or issues. If you have questions about which product is for you, you can call and request a free consult.<br /><br />If you select a product and for whatever reason, you just don't like the smell or consistency, we will give you a credit to exchange that product for something of equal value.<br /><br />We stand by our formulas and have been convinced by our clients that they are truly good, quality products at reasonable prices. But who can afford to throw away money these days?<br /><br />Starting April 1st, there will be new products and new opportunites on our Facebook page and in our newsletters, so become a Fan and sign up for the news!<br /><br />Happy Spring everyone! JulieJulie from Blue Ridge Gypsy Studiohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16085137360442451390noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9221606962818929391.post-59984179215001437842010-03-16T10:52:00.000-07:002010-03-16T11:24:30.412-07:00Greenwala & Skin Free Team Up to offer Eco Chic PrizesGreenwala the new green community on the web invited <a href="http://skinfree.net">Skin Free Skincare </a>to sponsor an eco-chic contest. Entrants were asked to submit a photo and essay explaining how they were being eco-chic with their fashion, make-up, skincare, and lifestyle.<br /><br />After reviewing the entrants, we selected three winners and here they are:<br /><br />FIRST PLACE: Erin Murphy - <a href="http://www.greenwala.com/greenwala_contests/all/12-The-Eco-Chic-Contest/entries/all/618-Beauty-Is-In-The-Eye-Of-The-Beholder">"Beauty is in the Eye of the Beholder" </a><br /><br />"This picture is of my two sister in-laws, if you look really close, you will see that I blended two pictures together.The one picture is of their grandfathers backyard with a beautiful over view of his up-to-date pond that he takes care of all summer and fall. I just love going up there all year around because no matter what its always a breath taker, I love to just sit and relax outside and take walks through his back forest. I find this place very eco friendly, with the ducks eating away at the mosquitoes in the summer, requiring no pesticides to be sprayed on his property. I find that this is a good way to reduce toxic fumes in the air..polluting the beautiful trees and plant life he has there. I myself always find a new way to be more eco friendly every time I go up there."<br /><br />Erin will receive a year's supply of Skin Free Extra Moisturizing Soap, Skin Free Super Moisture Butter Creme, Skin Free Lite Moisture Face Creme for Daily Use, and Skin Free Sweet & Smooth Sugar Scrub. ($685 approx. value)<br /><br />SECOND PLACE: Rachel Fray <a href="http://www.greenwala.com/greenwala_contests/all/12-The-Eco-Chic-Contest/entries/all/615-Loving-Living-Green">"Living Loving Green"</a><br /><br />"I have been an eco-chic since I was a young teen. Now that I am in my young twenties, I have discovered so many new ways of being green in almost every aspect of my life. Fashion & skin care being my latest eco-friendly projects. I never think about throwing out a piece of clothing but re-invent it instead. Many items in my closet have been bought from a second hand store and altered to make something new. I have also started to make my own home-made skin care concoctions using fruits and vegetables. I have even tried making my own hair mask which to say was delicious! :) And yes. When I buy my fruits and veggies, I buy locally. This reduces transmissions produced through travel."<br /><br />Rachel will receive a year's supply of Skin Free Extra Moisturizing Soap, Skin Free Lite Moisture Face Creme for Daily Use, Skin Free After Shower Moisture Spritz, and Skin Free Niaouli Butter Stick. ($590 approx. value)<br /><br />THIRD PLACE: Heidi Wickersham <a href="http://www.greenwala.com/greenwala_contests/all/12-The-Eco-Chic-Contest/entries/all/591-Couch-Scarf-and-Flapper-Hat">"Couch Scarf and Flapper Hat"</a><br /><br />"This cushioned couch scarf and flapper hat are made out of an old oversized men's shirt I had laying around. Not only are they made from re-purposed fabric, but I made them with a vintage sewing machine that is fully manually operated. It uses no electricity, only foot-pumping action! On top of that, I saved this sewing machine from the the streetside where it was getting sold off as scrap metal!"<br /><br />Heidi will receive 12 Skin Free Skin Care Gift Certificates worth $30 each.<br /><br />In addition, Skin Free Skincare will donate $500 to <a href="http://heifer.org">Heifer International</a>. Helping Hungry Families Feed Themselves Heifer International does so much more than put food in the mouths of hungry people. Heifer helps people feed themselves. The goal of every Heifer project is sustainability - project partners achieving self-reliance. And year after year, as partner families "pass on the gift" of knowledge and one or more of their animals' offspring to others in need, they become links in a network of hope, dignity and self-reliance that helps hundreds of others care for themselves.<br /><br />Please visit all of the entrants at <a href="http://www.greenwala.com/greenwala_contests/all/12-The-Eco-Chic-Contest">Greenwala's Eco Chic Contest</a> and see how your friends are being creatively green.<br /><br />There are new contests coming up, so join the Greenwala Community for green ideas, conversation, and fun.Julie from Blue Ridge Gypsy Studiohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16085137360442451390noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9221606962818929391.post-43740713092325208152010-02-25T08:33:00.000-08:002010-02-25T09:31:41.882-08:00News and New Reviews for Skin Free SkincareBe careful what you wish for!!! I was a little bored, so I went back to work as a pharmacist. I am officially NOT bored any longer! Between the flu season and the weather and the sheer volume of prescriptions filled at my new store, I never seem to be at my home office anymore. Am resolving to post more blogs and definitely more Tweets!<br /><br />My husband and I have had commercial snowplows to clear our road three separate times now and the Almanac predicts one more time in March!!! Whoa! and I was the girl who wanted more snow!!! The G-man and I decided last nite that we were going to enroll in bobsled driving school, so we could more safely drive down our road.<br /><br />So how are you wonderful folks out there? Is winter taking it's toll on your skin? Hope everyone is slathering on lots of <a href="http://skinfree.net/products-a-z.html">Skin Free Super Moisture Body Balm</a>. I am going through my Balm like crazy. It's the only products that lasts all day, ends dry skin itching, and keep my hands and feet from cracking. You should try it!<br /><br />We are currently working on some new ideas for products using essential oils to improve your quality of life. Our first new products will be out in March. They are<br /><strong>Skin Free Magic Foot Balm</strong> and <strong>Skin Free Sparkling Foot Bath </strong><strong>Minerals.</strong> Working long days standing on my feet inspired these wonderful products.<br /><br /><strong>Skin Free Magic Foot Balm </strong>is a super rich cream that is perfect for the thick,dry, rough skin that happens on active feet. This formula is specially designed to soften rough skin, add long lasting moisture. We've selected a special blend of organic peppermint and sweet birch essential oils to ease foot pain and stimulate circulation. The Balm can be used with or without the <strong>Skin Free Sparkling Foot Bath Minerals</strong>, but we suggest the combination for an amazing spa-like treatment.<br /><br /><strong>Skin Free Sparkling Foot Bath Minerals</strong> contain Dead Sea salts, along with other effervescing minerals and organic essential oils of peppermint and sweet birch. The aromatic fumes from this bath will help relax you and ease your aches and pains after a busy day. We recommend that you follow up with <strong>Skin Free Magic Foot Balm </strong>to soothe and moisture aching feet and induce full body relaxation that leads to a good nights sleep. Any bloggers out there interested in reviewing these new products should contact our office at blueridgegypsy@yahoo.com<br /><br />Reviews to Note:<br /><br />Mkokopelli not only <a href="http://mkokopelli.blogspot.com/2009/12/blue-ridge-gypsy-giveaway.html">reviewed our products</a> but she also added us to her <a href="http://mkokopelli.blogspot.com/2009/12/all-of-my-favorite-things.html">Top 20 Products for 2009</a> Skin Free is honored and grateful!<br /><br /><br />Leslie Loves Veggies and apparently she has a soft spot for Skin Free and Blue Ridge Gypsy products, too. She says her husband loves our <a href="http://blueridgegypsy.com/woodspice.html">Blue Ridge Gypsy Woodspice Soap</a><br />See Leslie's review at <a href="http://www.leslielovesveggies.net/2010/01/blue-ridge-gypsy-studio-35-gift-card.html">Leslie Loves Veggies blog</a><br /><br />Dana Watson hosted a review and giveaway at <a href="http://funandfunkymommy.blogspot.com/2010/01/blue-ridge-gypsy-studio-with-giveaway.html">Fun and Funky Mom Blog</a> She liked the <a href="http://blueridgegypsy.com/grapefruitgeranium.html">Grapefruit Geranium</a>, one of our favorite scents.<br /><br />Tania Bugnet, a Calgary gal, hosted a Skin Free review and giveaway on her <a href="http://luckycanuck.blogspot.com/2010/01/skin-free-review-and-giveaway.html">Lucky Canuck blog</a> Many thanks Tania!<br /><br />Nancy from <a href="http://www.diapersanddimples.com/2010/01/skin-free-review.html">Diapers and Dimples</a> told us she was delighted at how effective Skin Free was. Thank you Nancy!<br /><br />Renae hosted a review and giveaway on her <a href="http://madamedeals.com/2010/01/15/skin-free-review-30-gift-card-giveaway/">Madamdeals blog</a>. Renae is now a great fan of <a href="http://skinfree.net">Skin Free Naiouli Scrub for Blemish Prone Skin</a>.<br /><br />Thanks to all our reviewers. We are always looking for new reviewers to help us spread the word about Skin Free Skincare. Best to everyone! Stay soft and moist out there. JulieJulie from Blue Ridge Gypsy Studiohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16085137360442451390noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9221606962818929391.post-29344915571870417122009-12-15T12:28:00.000-08:002009-12-15T13:03:29.338-08:00Skin Free Skin Care ReviewsThings have been awfully quiet here at the old blog. I've returned to community pharmacy full time just in time for flu season. Let's just say I'm having an adventure!<br /><br />I hope everyone is taking care of themselves. Please take lots of vitamins and antioxidants to ward off those nasty viruses. Wash your hands-Wash your hands- <br />Wash your hands, Remind all of your family and friends to do so. Keep a spritz bottle of alcohol around-- most pint size bottles of alcohol will accomidate a regular spray cap. Spray on common surfaces like counters and phones to kill off bugs.<br /><br />I hope everyone is preparing for a happy and safe Christmas. And as Tiny Tim always says, "God Bless Us Everyone."<br /><br />Here are some recent Skin Free Reviews:<br /><br /><strong>Beeb, The Super Coupon Girl </strong>has added Skin Free to her <a href="http://contest-corner.blogspot.com/2009/11/holiday-gift-guide-2009-skin-free.html">Holiday Shopping Guide</a>. I'm sure you will find lots of other great ideas there, as well.<br /><br /><strong>Mary from <a href="http://512kidz.blogspot.com/2009/11/skin-free-skin-care-review.html">512 Kidz Blog </strong></a> love the products that she tried and now uses them regularly.<br /><br /><strong>Dana from <a href="http://feelingfitwithdana.blogspot.com/2009/12/great-memories.html">Feeling Fit with Dana</a></strong> let her Father-in-Law chime in with his opinion. I just love it when guys get hooked on Skin Free.<br /><br /><strong>Emi from <a href="http://www.theclothdiaperreport.com/2009/12/skin-freeblue-ridge-gypsy-review-30.html">The Cloth Diaper Report</a></strong> loved the Spa-like effects of the Sugar Scrub.<br /><br /><strong>Nicolle from <a href="http://babeelove.com/2009/12/skin-free-skin-care-products-review/">BabeeLove</a></strong> went wild over her Basic Four Gift Set because it cleared up her husband's eczema and her really dry skin.<br /><br /><strong>Bri from <a href="http://silversavings.blogspot.com/2009/11/skin-free-review-and-giveaway.html">Silver Savings</a></strong> added Skin Free to her Teen Gift List.<br /><br /><strong>Janna from <a href="http://www.feedyourpigblog.com/2009/11/clean-cruelty-free-with-skin-free.html">Feed Your Pig</strong> </a>loved the fact that we are cruelty free and effective.<br /><br /><strong>Michelle from the <a href="http://mkokopelli.blogspot.com/2009/12/skin-free-giveaway.html">Mkokopelli Blog</strong></a> shared some awesome Before and After pixs of her skin since using Skin Free products. Thanks Michelle! Seeing is believing.<br /><br /><strong>Marilyn from <a href="http://alotoflovesreviews.blogspot.com/2009/12/skin-free-skin-care.html">A Lot of Loves</a></strong> gave a great review of how the products she used worked on each of her family members. Wonderful info here.<br /><br /><strong>Holly from <a href="http://thismamablogrocks.blogspot.com/2009/12/skin-free-skin-care-review-and-giveaway.html">This Mama Rocks</a></strong> loved the Butter Stick and the fact that the products are fragrance free.<br /><br />I hope all of you will take a moment to go out and read these wonderful reviews. And don't forget the contest is still going on at <a href="http://www.greenwala.com/greenwala_contests/all/12-The-Eco-Chic-Contest">Greenwala</a>. Three lucky winners will recieve a full years worth of various Skin Free products. Go look at that!Julie from Blue Ridge Gypsy Studiohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16085137360442451390noreply@blogger.com0