I’m a big fan of using natural skincare products, but I’ve bought me fair share of duds too. You know…. the products that claim how wonderfully they work, yet you hop in the shower with them for the first time and it doesn’t lather. Or it sticks to your skin and doesn’t rinse off.
So when Emily of Simply Cleansing asked me if I wanted to try out and review some of her handmade soaps, I jumped at the chance. We happen to have a mutual friend who also recommended these soaps to me, so I knew they came with good reviews.
All of their soaps are made from plant oils and essential oils, no fillers or chemicals. And they smell fantastic. Like good enough that you want to taste them.
But don’t.
They don’t taste like they smell. Not that I know about that personally…… *ahem*.
I asked to try the lavender and peppermint. You know, getting both aspects of the spectrum; one to relax and one to energize. But she also sent me a couple more bars: spearmint and cinnamon. And oh sweet mercy, I love those two scents even more! The spearmint especially. This one I may not let anyone else use.
My favorite part is that they actually work. They lather and the lather is smooth, and stays lathered while you wash. So even when you put the bar of soap down and scrub, you still have lather in your hands.
These bars are a real winner in my opinion.
And Simply Cleansing has also graciously decided to host a giveaway here! Two lucky readers are going to receive their choice of FOUR soap bars. A value of $12.00.
For those that can’t wait or want to buy some extra bars for loved ones, you can also get one bar free for every four bars you order. Just head to the Simply Cleansing website, order your 4 bars, and note which free bar you want in the comments when you pay.
To enter:
- leave a comment on this blog post
Extra Entries:
(leave a separate comment for each extra entry)
- “like” the Naturally Knocked Up Facebook page
- Check out Simply Cleansing and leave a comment with the scent you think you’d like best
- Subscribe to NKU by RSS, daily email updates, or weekly updates
- Let me know if you’re participating in the Naturally Balanced Challenge
This giveaway is going to be a quick one – it ends Friday, December 16 at 8am.
Giveaway Fine Print
1) giveaway item will be your choice of 4 soap bars from Simply Cleansing. 2)Entrants must be over 18 and have a US mailing address. 3) Giveaway to run from 12/14/2011 to 12/16/2011 at 8:00AM. 4) Entries will be considered when left as a comment, valid e-mail address required, maximum 6 entries per person when using the extra entires. 5) Winner will be chosen via random number. 6) Duplicate entries will be deleted if found, contest will be extended is site issues come up. 7 ) giveaway sponsored by Simply Cleansing
No purchase necessary to win. 9) Prize not redeemable for cash. 10)Naturally Knocked Up, LLC is not liable for any injury or damage to persons and/or things as a result of the acceptance of the prize offered.
Also? I was sent the soap free of charge in exchange for an honest review. Opinions are 100% mine.
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You make them sound wonderful! I’d love to enjoy them for myself!
Thanks!
I’d like to try this, will have to check out the different ‘flavors’ avaliable too
I love your site. Thanks for the tip on soap! I’d LOVE to try them.
This soap sounds lovely. I too have tried some varieties of natural soap that I have been less than pleased with. Good to hear your review of the product.
This is a great give away Donielle, I would love to try these soaps, thanks for keeping up with the great information and sharing the research xx
Thanks for the giveaway! Nice to know the soap actually ‘works’!
I, too, have tried some awful natural cleaning/skin care products.
I would love to try these, they sound great!!!
These sound pretty awesome! I love that you have tried them and can vouch- you just never know until you try!!
Thanks!
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I’d have to say that all the scents look delicious, but I have an affinity for Peppermint, so I’d love to try that!!
I’ve been using Goat Milk soap and like that very much but would LOVE to try these lovely sounding soaps!! Thank you for the article!
Thanks for the review. You’re right, it’s frustrating to spend good money on natural care items and have them disappoint. We especially want to have great products to share if we are trying to win family and friends over to natural products.
I think I would really like the pepperming (but all of them sound great)!
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Just thought I’d add one more “Jennifer” to the list. :0) This sounds like a GREAT giveaway!
I would love to try the spearmint Cinnamon. Thanks!
I”m a huge fan of homemade soap. Thanks for this chance to win some!
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Cool giveaway! Hope I win.
These look fantastic!
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I would so greatly love to try these fantastic soaps! Thank you for the chance!
I “like” you on FB. & I really do LOVE your posts!
I would like to try the pepperment. Sounds very refreshing.
I would love to win these soaps!
I would love to have a set of these bars! They sound great!
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I think lavender is the scent I would like the best!
I would love to try the peppermint, lavender or tea tree scents. Peppermint would probably be my #1 choice.
Oooh, I love yummy soaps made by small businesses and made more interesting than Wal-Mart soap. I grew up on Zest; who wouldn’t rather have peppermint or cinnamon soap?
I’d love to win. I was just talking about needing a new soap today.
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I’d love a bar!
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Orange sounds yummy (good prices too!) although I don’t believe I’ve EVER seen spearmint soap. It’s not my favorite of the mints, but I really want to try it now.
These sound absolutely wonderful!
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I would love to try the Peppermint and Tea Tree soaps. They all sound great!
I’d love to win this soap!!