GIVEAWAY CONTEST! Caudalie Skincare

This time of year I have to spend some extra time nourishing my skin. I make a few changes in my normal routine. I tend to have dehydrated, sensitive skin during the cold winter months, and my deep cleansing wash is a bit too drying for me. I switch to Caudalie's Gentle Cleanser for a few months, and I am back to having lovely, well nourished skin. I also use Caudalie's Body Lotion. I keep a mini tube in my purse for those times when I am out of the house. SO convenient!

Caudalie is an Eco-friendly skin care line. They were one of the first skin care companies to remove parabens from their products. Caudalie uses healing compounds from grapes to fortify and nurture your skin.

I want to share these two skin care items, worth over $35, with you in a giveaway. I am sure you will fall in love with both of these products...

MULTIPLE WAYS TO ENTER THIS GIVEAWAY:

1. Comment on this post. Include your email address so I can contact the winner!
   
2. Follow Lotus Flower Herbals on twitter. Comment on this post that you did so.
   
3. Tweet the following message: Enter to win FREE skincare gifts at http://lotusflowerherbals.com then comment on this post that you did so.
4. Become a fan of Lotus Flower Herbals on facebook, then comment here that you did so.
   
5. Post about this giveaway on your own blog, then comment on this post that you did so.
   

EACH ONE COUNTS AS AN ENTRY. 

FIVE ENTRIES PER PERSON MAX.

I will use Random.org to choose the winner on December 2nd, 2009. The winner will be notified by email, and has 3 days in which to claim their prize, or I will draw a new winner on December 6th, 2009.

Handmade Holiday Pledge 2009

I took the Handmade Holiday Pledge over at Frenchie & Flea's awesome blog. I have been hard at work making my family and friends some great gifts. I have also been making new products to stock the shelves of my online stores at Etsy and Artfire. 

Check out a preview:

Etsy: Your place to buy & sell all things handmade lotusflowerherbals.etsy.com

I am adding new products daily. Let me know what you think!

We Have a Winner!!

The winner of the Aromatherapy kit for 

being the 100th fan on Facebook is.....

 

   Cat Stolzenbach!

Congratulations Cat! You will be contacted this week!

Now for the 2 other fans who will 

each receive a Mini Aromatherapy kit...

  Jennifer Lester

Emily Depole

 YAAAAY! I will be contacting you both this week!

Now we can do more giveaways! 

Stay tuned...

Recipe of the Week 6: Homemade Applesauce

This time of year really inspires me to make all kinds of yummy treats with apples. This week I made a batch of my homemade applesauce. You can use any type of apple, I have been in love with Honeycrisp, so that's what I used. I added a few drops of Cinnamon Essential oil, and some Blue Agave syrup. Try it and tell me what you think. I even eat it warm.

• Peel, core, and cube 4 apples 
• Place them in a saucepan
• Add just enough water to cover the apples
• Boil for approx 20 minutes, or until the apples are soft
• Cool slightly, and pour off most of the water
• Use a food mill to puree the apples. You can leave it coarse, or puree it completely in a blender or food processor if you prefer 
• Add 2-3 drops of Cinnamon Essential oil 
• Add 4 Tablespoons of Blue Agave syrup 

Serve warm or chill in the refrigerator for a few hours if you like. It will last for a few days in the refrigerator if you keep it covered. I like to make cinnamon rolls or muffins to eat with it. It is such a nice fall treat.

ALWAYS USE THERAPEUTIC GRADE ESSENTIAL OILS

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Essential Oil of the Month- November: Thyme

Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) has a spicy, warm, herbaceous aroma that is both powerful and penetrating. Known since ancient times as a medicinal herb, Thyme is anti-aging, highly antimicrobial, antiviral, and anti-parasitic. 

Thyme contains large amounts of Thymol, which has been studied for its effect on gingivitis and plaque-causing organisms in the mouth. As a dietary supplement, it is one of the strongest antioxidants known. 

Thyme supports the immune, respiratory, digestive, nervous, and other body systems. It may also be beneficial in helping to overcome fatigue and exhaustion, especially when recovering from illness.

ALWAYS USE THERAPEUTIC GRADE ESSENTIAL OILS 

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