I know…kids like candy but if your kids are anything like our granddaughters they will get way more candy than they need…much to their parents dismay (visualize kids bouncing off the walls!).

Our Just for Kids Gift Bags are now on sale for a fun, non-cavity causing treat.

Sugar & Spice for the girls comes in a delightful blend of orange, peach, banana, grapefruit and coconut rounded out with a hint of jasmine and vanilla.

Snakes & Snails for the boys is a deep green fragrance with earthy tones and a  hint of sweetness.

Each gift bag includes 1 child size soap, matching bubble bath, nylon scrubbie and bath towel.

An Easter card will also be included with each bag ordered. During checkout enter in your Easter message. If purchasing more than one gift bag please do separate orders.

Sale starts March 27, 2006

Sale ends April 11, 2006

Receive 20% off listed price

Limited to quantities on hand.

If your order is being shipped please allow plenty time for order processing and shipping via USPS or UPS.

Spring Ahead – Fall Back

Yes, we lose an hour but we gain more daylight in the evening…makes for walking the dogs a little less scary.

Don’t forget to set your clocks back when you go to bed Saturday night (April 1, 2006)..I find this is less stressful than doing it in the morning Sunday..makes it seem like I really don’t lose that hour!

Here is an interesting website regarding Daylight Saving Time.

Alright…we admit it…our April featured products are the same ones we highlighted in March!

Because we have had such a great response to our sugar scrubs and matching whipped body creams we have decided to feature them for one more month.

Our Brown Sugar & Cinnamon Sugar Scrub label is finally finished and we should have the product available by April 2, 2006. (this will not have a matching body cream)

So your not totaly bored we have included a group picture of some of the Simply Soft collection.

I love those food competition shows: wedding cakes, cook-offs etc.
I happened to catch one that showcased Lisa Herlinger of Ruby Jewel Treats.
Now I LOVE ice cream and will happily go without dinner just so I can have some (gotta watch those calories ya know!). I was immediately intrigued with her products as they fit right in with my dietary needs!
(ice cream = milk = calcium…right?)

Gourmet handmade ice cream sandwiched between two gourmet cookies! What more could a girl want!

Made from all natural northwest ingredients these are the BEST ice cream sandwiches I have ever had!

The honey lavender/lemon cookie is to die for.
I just had to stop at our local Central Market this morning and pick up the fresh mint with dark chocolate cookie, the espresso with cinnamon chocolate cookie and of course more of the honey lavender with lemon cookie.
Now how to figure how to get them into the freezer without my husband seeing the bag!

I see on her website they will have a new flavor come this fall….
ginger cookie with pumpkin ice cream…
oh pure torture…
its only spring!

Skin…it’s the largest organ on your body and will keep renewing itself your entire life.

As we age our skin renewal process slows down sometimes causing a flaky, dull complexion. This build up of dead skin cells needs to be removed to encourage new cell production and improve the skins tone and texture.

When the dead and damaged skin cells are removed the outer layer of new skin becomes visible and feels softer, smoother and reflects light easier, making fine lines less visible. Age spots are also less noticeable as the dead skin cells containing the pigment have been removed. Exfoliation removes plugged pores, prevents pores from replugging and allows the release of natural oils making the skin look tighter, healthier and more youthful!

Men need to exfoliate too!
Men grow more facial hair, have larger pores and produce more sweat causing a higher amount of oil, dirt and grime to be trapped.

All areas of the body will benefit from exfoliation. The trick is to find the right product for your skin type.

The ingredients you want in a scrub will depend on your skin type. Exfoliating scrubs work by sloughing off the top layer of dead skin to reveal fresh cells underneath, the thickness and sensitivity of your skin will determine what type of scrub you choose.

Oilier complexions have larger sebaceous glands making the skin thicker and better able to tolerate a more abrasive scrub such as those that contain apricot seeds or crushed walnut shells. For more sensitive skin you should stick to scrubs that have fine granules such as brown or white sugar or salt. Be warned though – using salt scrubs may irritate broken or cut skin!

There are two types of body scrubs on the market and every person has their own preference.

You have the oil scrubs that are usually half oil and half sugar (or salt) mixed with extracts and/or fragrance/essential oils. This type of scrub will separate with the oil floating on top. To use you must stir the oil back down into the product before scooping out the desired amount. While this type of scrub is useful it can be quite messy to use not to mention they will sometimes leak if the container happens to be knocked over and not noticed until its too late!

Emulsified scrubs are thick, rich and more creamlike in consistency. Most often they will contain some type of emulsion system (ewax nf, vegetable stearic) that will hold the product together suspending the sugar/salt to make scooping and using a breeze! Emulsified scrubs will hold together unless subjected to extreme heat. If you live in a hot climate just stir the scrub and either place in the refrigerator or cool area.

For best results you can exfoliate once or twice a week. If skin irritation occurs you will need to reevaluate the frequency and or product and perhaps find one that is better suited to your skin type.

Keeping Your Skin Young

There are simple steps you can do to help your skin retain its supple youthfulness.

Nutrition – Eating a balanced diet that includes the recommended daily vitamins, minerals and nutrients will promote good skin. Fruits and vegetables are high on this list

Regular Exercise – Promotes circulation which carries the nutrients to the skin and helps remove waste and toxins

Apply a Moisturizer – Morning and night to help your skin stay hydrated

Don’t Smoke – Smoking makes the skin lose tone, luster and encourages wrinkles

Avoid Sun Exposure – Use a broad spectrum sunscreen, every day, all year round

A Good Night Sleep – Will benefit not only your body but your mind as well

Two more Simply Soft sugar scrubs and whipped body creams now available!

Orchid Bloom is to die for….a complex blend of bitter orange and the rich scent of orchids…a truly womens scent! (sorry guys but we are currently working on one just for you!)
At first your nose will delight in the thirst quenching scent of orange….as the orange fades the orchid takes over with a heady floral fragrance.

Pineapple Express…..what more can we say!
A true pineapple scent in all its tropical splendor.

Guys…be watching….
We will have a sugar scrub and matching body cream ( yes, guys do use and love our scrubs and creams!) specifically designed just for you!

I know Mothers Day is not until May 14 but you might want to keep our Simply Soft gift boxes in mind!

Kahve Gift Box includes sugar scrub, matching body cream and has the rich, exotic scent of gourmet Turkish coffee. Also included are gourmet espresso truffles handmade by a local Seattle company.

Xocolatl Gift Box includes sugar scrub, matching body cream and has the rich, dark scent of gourmet chocolate. Also included are gourmet chocolate truffles handmade by a local Seattle company.

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Kaolin Clay..also known as China White Clay is one of the lightest and least drawing clays making it especially suitable for sensitive, dry and mature skin types.

Clays have been used for centuries for cosmetic use, and are present in almost all traditional beauty regimens. They exfoliate, clean and invigorate the skin while improving blood circulation. Clay has the ability to absorb excess oils, dirt and harmful toxins from the skin.

Kaolin is a clay mineral and is a naturally occurring weathered product of granite valued for its whiteness, purity and physical and chemical properties.

We use kaolin clay in all of our clay masks.

Our favorite clay mask is our Garden Harvest Strawberry. Made with 50% strawberry powder the vitamin C content and the natural fruit acids aid in the exfoliation of dead skin cells.

All of our clay masks come in dry form. Simply add your favorite liquid and apply.

Strawberry Clay Mask

$13.50
2 oz.