Pure Fiji Coconut Milk Bath Soak

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I was sent  this product  from Cleopatra`s Choice  from their new Pure Figi line to try and review.

First I must say the packaging of the Figi line is top quality.

I was sent the Coconut Scented Milk bath to try, to get started all you need to do is
Pour 1/4 cup of Pure Fiji Coconut Milk Bath Soak to warm running water and enjoy.
and I did ! The aroma of the Coconut is  wonderful  and the milk bath is
smooth and creamy,  the combination nut oils combine with fresh coconut milk leave your skin  feeling  supple and soft. Such a great product.

Pure Fiji Coconut Sugar Rub - Mango

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I sent this product to try from Cleopatras Choice.  This  product is fabulous, the Mango scent is  intense and lingers for hours. I cant say enough about  the  Mango fragrance, it is just a lovely and tropical!  The scrub is so gentle and  leaves your skin feeling fresh.  A little goes  long way also.  This product is  not just a scrub it is a tropical experience.

Added to this is the deep moisturizing richness of a blend of cold pressed virgin coconut oil and exotic nut extracts to nourish, moisturize and protect your beautiful skin - leaving it glowingly healthy. Ideal for all skin types.

Use in the shower after cleansing for a natural exfoliation and moisturizing treatment. From the pristine environment of Fiji, comes an extraordinary moisturizing body treatment.

Cant wait to try the other scents.

Pure Fiji Mini Soap 6 Pack

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I was sent these mini sops  to try and review from Cleopatras Choice.  It is part of the Pure Figi line.

Upon opening the box you  could already smell the wonderful tropical fragrances.   Inclosed was this  adorable six pack of mini  soaps, packaged  together, my first thought was how wonderful would this be for gift giving, the price is very good and the soaps would make good holiday stocking stuffers  either as a set or separated.
Individually wrapped in handmade paper.

Creamy handmade soap infused with exotic nut extracts and coconut milk for a gentle cleaning and rich lather.
Coconut oil and natural glycerin moisturize the skin. They make your skin feel so soft. 

These are mild soaps that are  safe for the face and body.

Available in an assortment of fragrances including Pineapple, Coconut, Starfruit, Mango, Passionflower and White Gingerlily.  They are all great

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The Benefits of Home Canning

Canning food in your own home is a safe and rewarding process that is becoming popular again as food prices soar and people realize they need to pay attention to securing their food supplies. Preserving food with home canning is an excellent way to increase your consumption of local food. Eating locally requires eating foods when they are in season, and canning allows you to capture the bounty of any particular crop in season and extend its availability throughout the year.    
Your home canned foods will be stored in jars that you can use again and again, unlike the throw-away packaging from grocery store food.    

How preserving food at home helps you:

1. Excellent quality and taste – When you use quality produce and perform the canning process correctly, you will create superior products to those for sale at the supermarket. Many recipes for home canned food are delicious and literally the quality is something that money can’t buy. You have to make these luscious foods yourself.
2. Control over the ingredients – With home canning, you will know exactly where your food is coming from. Ideal sources of produce are your own garden and fruit trees, local organic farms, and any local farm. From any of these sources you will be able to hand select your produce at the peak of ripeness.
3. Support of the local economy – By directly buying produce from local growers, you are putting money into the hands of local people. Local growers love selling from their own farms or market stands because they are not at the mercy of the big commodity buyers who set prices. This also allows local growers, especially small ones, to remain profitable, which is good for the local economy.
4. Lower your carbon dioxide footprint – Great amounts of energy are used to produce and transport the food eaten by society. Highly industrialized agriculture also relies on pesticides, herbicides, and petrochemical fertilizers. All of these things are bad for the environment and degrade the ability of soils to produce food in the future, which means greater scarcity, lower quality, and higher commodity prices. When you buy local food and can it at home, you are eliminating a huge percentage of the transport costs from burned fuel associated with shipping food across continents. Yes, home canning requires an energy input, but it does not compare to food being trucked halfway across the country to stock a shelf in a store. Reducing the amount of food you eat from distant places reduces the amount of fuel you are causing to be burned. Also when buying local food, try to focus on those growers who use sustainable growing practices that do not poison the environment.
5. Sense of accomplishment – Once you begin canning food, you will be thrilled with yourself. You will feel like you did something very meaningful to your existence because you did!

Virgin Coconut Oil Book

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  Recently I received a copy of the Virgin Coconut Oil  to review from Tropical Traditions. I am a fan  of Tropical Tradition products. I  use there products often in baking.  I was excited to get this  book, I collect  cookbooks and  thought that this one would be great, but I had no idea how great this book was. 

When I received  this book, the first thing I noticed was a endorsement  on the back from  Dr.Joseph Mercola. Dr. Mercola who  is a  osteopathic physician trained in both traditional and natural medicine.

When starting from the front of this book, there is the history of Coconut oil, health benefits, page after page  ailments coconut Oil can help with and so many wonderful testmonies. I carried this book around for three days reading it, I could not put it down.

I had my own ailments which I will not name, and I realized that I had a jar of Tropical Traditions  Coconut Oil in my cabinet I used for baking.  I starting taking 3 spoonfuls of the oil daily and in only 3 days the symptoms I had are gone,  I  have been continuing this for a month and symptoms are still gone.

  I am a firm believer that God had made  things in the natural for healing, but it is up to us to seek God and have him lead  us to it.
 

In the back of this book are over 85 wonder recipes , using Coconut oil, and wow  such a variety from desserts to  sauces to casseroles to drinks and Gluten Free.   Good stuff.   All using some form of coconut: Virgin Coconut Oil, Coconut Cream Concentrate, or Coconut Flour. 

* These foundational recipes concentrate on sauces, spreads, and vinaigrettes.
* Developed by a professional chef.
* You can easily add Virgin Coconut Oil into your diet.
* Gluten-free recipes using Coconut Flour.

   If you are interested in Natural foods and Medicine  and those wishing to improve their overall health will be interested in reading Virgin Coconut Oil.


BONUS…

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Disclaimer: Tropical Traditions provided me with a free sample of this product to review, and I was under no obligation to review it if I so chose. Nor was I under any obligation to write a positive review in return for the free product.

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Natural Ways to Prevent and Treat Bug Bites

MotherEarthNews.com                                                                                                                                           It's hard to resist the lure of the outdoors during these summer months. But whether it's a chore, a meal or a simple frolic that beckons you into the open air, you're likely to be stung, feasted on or just irritated by bugs.  Prevention Rather than reaching for manufactured insect repellents that use powerful chemicals to keep bugs at bay, try these tips to naturally prevent bug bites. Wearlight-colored, loose-fitting clothing when outside. You'll lower your chances of popping up on a mosquito's radar, as these bugs are attracted to dark colors and easily bite through tight clothing. Also avoid wearing bright or floral patterns, as resembling a scrumptious flower can make you attractive to bees and wasps. Even if you don't have a pool or pond, you still need to eliminate standing water around your home, which is an invitation for mosquitoes to lay eggs near your abode. Drill holes in the bottoms of things like trash bins to drain water that may collect in them. Change birdbaths and pets' water dishes at least once a week and as often as possible in the summertime to wipe out any breeding grounds mosquitoes may have created. Check for other standing water sources, such as gutters, flower pots and children's toys. Rosemary, basil, catnip, lemon balm and rose geraniums are a few of the plants you can grow that have insect-repelling qualities. Lemon balm and catnip are especially good for warding off mosquitoes: Researchers at Iowa State University found the essential oil in catnip to be about 10 times more effective at repelling mosquitoes than DEET, the widely used synthetic repellent. Simply crush the leaves of any of these plants to release their scents and rub them on your exposed skin. Make your own catch-all insect repellent from a concoction of essential oils: 2  teaspoons total of any of the following essential oils: basil, cedarwood, citronella, juniper, lemon, myrrh, pine, rose geranium or rosemary (available at health food stores) 1 cup 190-proof grain alcohol (available at liquor stores) Place ingredients in a jar with a tight-fitting lid and shake vigorously. Transfer to a small bottle for storage. To use, rub a small amount on exposed skin, though test first to make sure skin doesn't react negatively.  Turns out garlic wards off more than vampires. You can make a potent mosquito repellent by mixing one part garlic juice with five parts water in a small spray bottle. Shake and spray a light coating of the mixture on exposed skin. Treatment If you are bitten or stung, try the following natural healing remedies.  Plantain, a common weed in yards and parks, can zap out pain, heat and swelling when its leaves are chewed and applied to a bite. Identify plantain by the five parallel veins that run the length of each leaf.  Rub aloe vera leaves on stings or bites to relieve burning sensations. Ease itch by applying a few drops of lavender oil as needed.????????

Adovia Dead Sea Mud Mask

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 I recently was sent  a tube of Adovia`s Dead Sea Mud Mask to try and review.  The packaging is very nice, would be good for gift  giving . My daughter and I were anxious to try this product. After trying this product  my daughter noticed that some of her facial blemishes had cleared up  after a couple times using the product. I love how my face feels so clean. 
 It eliminates dirt and makeup build up, seems to scruff off dead cells and just plain replenishes life into your skin. I really love the quality of the Adovia  products  and others that Cleopatras choice carries.

Adovia Purifying Mud Mask - with Dead Sea Mud, Vitamin C and Aloe Vera
Extracts and Detoxifies all Impurities and Toxins
Great for Clearing up, Preventing and spot-treating Acne, Pimples and Blemishes
A "MUST" have for once a week or at least once a month use for anyone with oily or acne prone skin.
Your skin will literally have a noticeable "glow" after you do this mask
Skin looks smooth, beautiful and naturally clear after using this mask
As the mask dries, it gently pulls out toxins and impurities known to clog pores and cause visible signs of aging.
The presence of Dead Sea mud infuses your skin with needed minerals while firming it and improving elasticity.
This unique, natural and effective mask is formulated with Dead Sea Black Mud, Beeswax and a deeply moisturizing combination of Jojoba Oil, Evening Primrose Oil and Olive Oil. This natural mask boosts cell renewal and revitalizes your skin, while tightening your pores. As the mask dries, it gently pulls out toxins and impurities known to clog pores and cause visible signs of aging. The presence of Dead Sea mud infuses your skin with needed minerals while firming it and improving elasticity. Aloe Vera and Chamomile extracts soothe and calm your skin while vitamins A and C leave it looking fresh and renewed.


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