Wednesday, November 4, 2009

Nature's Gate Review & GIVEAWAY! Ends 11/15



I've become a fan of natural products in the last few months. Safer, healthier, and Eco-friendly products is something that I am proud to use in my household, with children running around the house? Why wouldn't I want a safer environment for them?

Recently, I contacted the company Nature's Gate and asked them if I could review a couple of their products. Nature's Gate agreed to providing me with two wonderful products to test out and review for my readers. Even more exciting, they have also agreed to sponsor a giveaway for one of the products that I am about the review. Two winners will be selected to receive a product that I have grown to love.

Before I begin, I'd like to share the Nature's Gate Philosophy and Mission with you. I found it quite interesting and hope that you will as well. Please click on the link above to read the philosophy and mission of Nature's Gate.

Did you know that they are also committed to raising awareness on clean water? You can read more about what they do and how you can help by "Joining Us In Giving The Gift Of Clean Water". I highly recommend reading the entire website at Nature's Gate to find interesting and important information on the company and other features.

As I mentioned above, I had the opportunity in trying two wonderful products.



Chamomile & Lemon Verbena Deodorant Stick- This product arrived just in time for tedious task ahead...chores. First, I took a shower to cleanse off any other trace of deodorant that I had been wearing and applied this product to my underarms. This deodorant is a clear solid that glides on easily without leaving any light colored residue on your clothing. The scent is light yet, pleasant and not overpowering as some deodorant scents.

I had spent hours cleaning and moving furniture around in my bedroom before completing the first "sniff test". My son was sitting there watching me as I raised my underarm to my nose and of course his reaction was "ewe mom!" as he wrinkled his nose up at me. The Chamomile & Lemon Verbena Deodorant Stick had passed it's first round. No disgusting odors and the scent was still there. I thought that I would have to replenish the deodorant but, I was wrong. Next, on to the next task...my closet! You might not think that this would be a big task but, have you seen my closet?! Boxes of odds and ends, magazines, clothing, pictures, and much more loaded my closet where you couldn't find anything. After spending another few hours cleaning, reorganizing, and distributing my clutter into various piles (Keep, toss, donate, etc.) I had performed yet, another sniff test which proved to be a desirable product.

Conclusion? This deodorant is a keeper and at a mere cost of $5.99 for 1.7oz, I'll admit this is worth every penny and I am a frugal shopper.

Our Certified Organic essences are fresh from the field, locally grown in California on land dedicated to growing Nature’s Gate botanical essences. At the family owned Organic farm, each plant receives individual care, ensuring the highest purity and quality. The farm’s water source is derived from the winter rains and snow pack of the Sierra Nevadas.
-Paraben Free
-No Propylene Glycol
-No Aluminum
-With Baking Soda to help neutralize odor




Pomegranate Sunflower Velvet Moisture Liquid Soap- This happens to be my favorite product out of both items that I tested. The scent is amazing and delicious. (NOT meant to be eaten) I quickly removed the liquid hand soap from my kitchen and replaced it with this bottle. I applied a small amount to my palms and lathered them until I felt it was time to rinse the soap from my hands. Honestly, it felt as if I was applying lotion and didn't want to wash them too quickly. I have grown to love this hand soap and have used it several times since it's arrival. I can feel a noticeable change in the texture of my hands, they seem to have become a little smoother since my usage after a week.

I will definately keep this hand soap in mind for my next purchase. You too can purchase this liquid hand soap at $6.99 for 16 FL oz.

This luxuriant soap creates ultra rich lather and is packed with antioxidants of Pomegrante, Acai and White Tea that help protect hands from the signs of aging. Infused with 7 Natural Moisture Boosters to hydrate so hands never feel dry after washing. Delivers great value, dispensing 250+ pumps (washes) per bottle.


BUY IT:
The products I have mentioned above in my review as well as several other Nature's Gate products are available for purchase online or you may utilize the store locator to find a retailer near you.

WIN IT:
Nature's Gate has generously offered to send two of my readers (1) one bottle of the Pomegranate Sunflower Velvet Moisture Liquid Soap. Please read the directions carefully before you enter.

Open to US Residents, ages 18+ (void in AK & HI)

Giveaway will end on November 15, 2009 at 11:59pm CST


MANDATORY ENTRY:
This entry is required and if not answered, none of your entries will be accepted into the random drawing. Leave a comment answering the following question:

**Please visit Nature's Gate and share another product that interests you**

BONUS ENTRIES:
Please leave a separate comment for each entry you complete.


*Follow my blog (1 Entry)

*Blog about this giveaway (2 Entries)

*Follow me on twitter @mrsmiki77 & tweet about this giveaway (Daily). Come back and post your "tweet" link and username. You may copy and paste this tweet:
Win Nature's Gate Liquid soap http://bit.ly/UFD4j Ends 11/15 RT @mrsmiki77 (1 Entry per daily tweet)

*Sign up for the Nature's Gate Newsletter (1 Entry)

*What hand soap would you like to replace with this product? (1 Entry)

Winner will be chosen and contacted by email. You must reply within 48 hours with your shipping address or another winner will be chosen. Once shipping information has been received, I will then contact the sponsor with your information so that they can mail out your prize.

PRIVACY POLICY: I will not sell, rent, or share your personal information with anyone other than the sponsor of this giveaway. Entrants will not receive any emails from 'Little Bit Of This And That' with the exception of contacting and staying in touch with the winner until prize has been fulfilled.

DISCLAIMER: I have not and will not be paid for this review. I had received a sample from the sponsor of this giveaway and I have only posted my own personal and honest opinion to share with other readers. I hold no responsibility between you and the company, and/or products you may purchase or receive from them.

**I give my personal and honest opinions with each review that I complete, everyone's taste differs in many ways and you may or may not agree with my own opinions on the products.**

109 comments:

Hearts N Flowers said...

I think the Mango Lotion & Body Wash Gift Set sound lovely!

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Hearts N Flowers said...

follow you @mistysunrise and tweeted

http://twitter.com/MistySunrise/status/5441225398

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cmcathiem02@gmail.com said...

I like the ginger Tea Body Wash

Leslie said...

I'd like to try the lavender and aloe lotion.

marthajane said...

I'd like to try the Hemp Moisturizing Lotion for Dry Dehydrated Skin. I've heard good things about hemp seed oil.

mogrill said...

The Mango Lotion and body wash would be nice. Thanks for the chance.
mogrill@comcast.net

Kristen G. said...

I would like to try the Skin Therapy Lotion for Dry, Chapped, Cracked Skin. My skin gets really dry and cracked in the winter so this would be great to try.

krissygrl84@yahoo.com

llinda29 said...

I would like to try Jojoba Revitalizing Conditioner for Damaged Hair

Anonymous said...

Forget Your Lines Wrinkle Diffuser Serum
Gee i need this product!writer61@yahoo.com

5webs said...

The Mandarin Orange & Patchouli Liquid Soap also sounds lovely to me.
Alicia Webster
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5webs said...

I follow your blog
Alicia Webster
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5webs said...

I follow you on Twitter and I Tweeted this giveaway
http://twitter.com/5webs/status/5469499793
Alicia Webster
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5webs said...

I signed up for the Nature's Gate newsletter
Alicia Webster
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5webs said...

I would like to replace my Patchouli Kiss My Face Hand Soap with the Nature's Gate because my hand soap is too drying for me.
Alicia Webster
5webs@comcast.net

Alison said...

I'd like to try the Lavender & Aloe Lotion

Alison said...

Right now I'm using Method, and too much comes out at once, so I'd be interested to see how this fares in its stead.

julis55 said...

I'd like to try the Hemp Moisturizing Lotion for Dry Dehydrated Skin. I've heard good things about hemp seed oil.

Jean said...

I'd like the Neroli Orange & Chocolate Mint Liquid Soap

vboackle said...

i am interested in the Mango Lotion and body wash.

Unknown said...

Lemon Verbena sounds wonderful!

Tammy said...

Oatmeal Velvet Moisture Liqued Soap sounds perfect

Anonymous said...

The clean scent of Lemongrass and Clary Sage Lotion appeals to me.

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Sharon Harmon said...

The Light Switch Brightening Serum would be great for my thirsty, aging skin!
Have a great day!
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sphinx63 said...

I would like to try the Fruit Blends Deodorant, Mandarin & Patchouli scent. Thanks!

sphinxcw at aol dot com

Anonymous said...

I'd also love to try the Natural Results Acne Treatment Kit.

hebert024 at aol dotcom

kakihara said...

I would love to try the Awapuhi Volumizing Shampoo for Fine, Limp Hair--thanks for the chance to win.
kakihararocks@gmail.com

Bacallsmom said...

The cucumber and mint body wash sounds like something I should try. Thanks for the opportunity to enter your contest and maybe win the pomegranite and sunflower liquid soap--that would be great on my bathroom counter.

clynsg said...

Would like to try the Herbal Daily Shampoo.

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clynsg said...

Blog follower

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clynsg said...

I use various brands of hand soap, so would like to replace them with this to see how it matches up.

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Anonymous said...

I'd love to try the Mango Bodywash.
Thanks. Charlotte
charlottewinters@cox.net

Elkaye said...

I wouldn't mind trying the Rainwater Organics Bergamot Patchouli Lotion.


elkaye[at]gmail[dot]com

Elkaye said...

I follow on twitter and tweeted: http://twitter.com/Elkaye/status/5514559344

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Hearts N Flowers said...

daily tweet

http://twitter.com/MistySunrise/status/5522670034

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Hearts N Flowers said...

I would use this to replace my Walmart equate hand soap. I need a lovely soap like this. :)

I hope this is what you meant by the replacement question.

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~JEWEL~ said...

i think this sounds great Asian Pear & Red Tea Color Protecting Shampoo for Dry, Damaged Hair

~JEWEL~ said...

i follow your bog

~JEWEL~ said...

tweet

http://twitter.com/Nankani/statuses/5523571888

~JEWEL~ said...

i forgot I follow you on twitter
(@nankani)

~JEWEL~ said...

I already use an Organic one but it's about out and would love to try this ! I currently use JASON

Jennifer said...

I would love to try the Asian Pear & Red Tea Antioxidant Defense Lotion.

mattandjen[at]gmail.com

crystal said...

I enjoyed this post!! I think that this company is great!
I would like to try the Raspberry Mint Whitening Toothpaste w/ Fluoride.
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Stuff Parents Need said...

I'm interested in the tea tree calming shampoo!

Hearts N Flowers said...

daily tweet

http://twitter.com/MistySunrise/status/5551195992

heartsnflowers72@gmail.com

Unknown said...

Mango body wash sounds nice!

Thanks for entering me! Great Contest!

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wendy wallach said...

USDA Certified Rainwater Organics Orange Zest Mint Lotion is another product that I find to be interesting.

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wendy wallach said...

I am following your blog.

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Hearts N Flowers said...

daily tweet

http://twitter.com/MistySunrise/status/5613800760

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~JEWEL~ said...

Todays Tweet Miki

http://twitter.com/Nankani/statuses/5613905813

Smooshy said...

the mandarin orange and patchouli soap sounds good!

chlorinebrain said...

Another product that interests me is the Skin Therapy Lotion for Dry, Chapped, Cracked Skin

yyeres said...

I would like to try the Natural Results Acne Treatment Kit. yyeres(at)gmail(dot)com

Hearts N Flowers said...

daily tweet

http://twitter.com/MistySunrise/status/5654381495

heartsnflowers72@gmail.com

msrodeobrat said...

id love to try the Light Switch Brightening Serum

Emmy Coffee said...

I'd like to try the Natural Results Extra Strength Spot Corrector

Hearts N Flowers said...

daily tweet

http://twitter.com/MistySunrise/status/5673112379

heartsnflowers72@gmail.com

~JEWEL~ said...

Todays tweet

http://twitter.com/Nankani/statuses/5673144433

Anonymous said...

Would love to try their Chamomile Replenishing Shampoo for Color-treated Hair. I still am looking for a good shampoo for my dyed hair. :)

Unknown said...

The Grapefruit & Wild Ginger Liquid Soap sounds good, too.

Kimberly said...

USDA Certified Rainwater Organics Lemongrass Spice Lotion is one product that I would love to try. The warming and invigorating sensation would be nice for winter.

Miss Heidi said...

I would like to try the Herbal Moisturizing Lotion for All Skin Types. Thanks.

sweet_soul_sistermi@yahoo.com

Brandy said...

I would love to try the Natural Results Acne Treatment

Hearts N Flowers said...

daily tweet

http://twitter.com/MistySunrise/status/5704019275

heartsnflowers72@gmail.com

Unknown said...

I tried Chamomile & Lemon Verbena Lotion and love it.

Anonymous said...

I would love to get the Cucumber and mint creamy Shave Gel for my husband. It would be nice to smell something less artificial on his skin.

Erica G said...

The Mango Body Wash sounds yummy! Thanks!

egreca (at) hotmail {dot} com

Anonymous said...

The In The Beginning Gentle Cleansing Lotion looks good.

Anonymous said...

I follow your blog.

erma said...

I like the Lavender & Aloe Lotion.
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Anonymous said...

I think I would like the Forget Your Lines Wrinkle Diffuser Serum.
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Melodic Mom said...

I would like to try the Lavender & Aloe Body Wash

Melodic Mom said...

I follow you on twitter and tweeted: http://twitter.com/MelodicMom/statuses/5726926576

Melodic Mom said...

I would like to replace my Softsoap Elements hand soap with this.

Anonymous said...

Mango Body Wash sounds great!

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Hearts N Flowers said...

Daily tweet

http://twitter.com/MistySunrise/status/5731449606

heartsnflowers72@gmail.com

Sonya Allstun said...

I would like to try the
USDA Certified Rainwater Organics Lemongrass Spice Lotion

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Sonya Allstun said...

I followed you on twitter and tweeted
http://twitter.com/blueeyeleo/status/5736593797

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Sonya Allstun said...

I would replace this soap with softsoap that I use now


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Sonya Allstun said...

I also signed up for nature's gates emails thanks maybe i will get emails when they get new products

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princessducky said...

Mango Body Lotion

JA said...

I also am interested in their "Natural Results Corrective Cleansing Treatment for the Body"

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JA said...

Tweet http://twitter.com/happeegirl/status/5743099838
following as happeegirl

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JA said...

Became a follower
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susan1215 said...

The Mango bodywash sounds neat

Angela C said...

I would like to try the Pomegranate Sunflower Velvet Moisture Body Wash.

Angela C said...

I am following and would like to add that I would also like to try the Colloidal Oatmeal Lotion For Itchy Dry Sensitive Skin since I didn't see that you wanted something not in the review.

Karen said...

Would Love the Mango Lotion & Body Wash Gift Set.

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Pamela S said...

I'd like to get the Ginger Tea Lotion & Body Wash Gift Set. It would make a great gift to give (or keep for myself!! LOL)
Thanks so much! pamelashockley(AT)netscape(DOT)net

Pamela S said...

Already a follower. Thanks so much! pamelashockley(AT)netscape(DOT)net

Pamela S said...

I'd replace the soap by my kitchen sink that's made by Bath and Body Works. Thanks so much! pamelashockley(AT)netscape(DOT)net

Anonymous said...

Really nice!!

dvice12 said...

I also like the Oh What A Night Walnut Overnight Hydrator

pms3237 said...

The Asian Pear & Red Tea liquid soap is my choice

Unknown said...

I like the Pomegranate Sunflower Hair Defense For color-enhanced hair.

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~*~lilshuga2001~*~ said...

Mango Lotion & Body Wash Gift Set ALL THE WAY!!!

YAY!

memetu said...

Nature’s Gate Organics Natural Results Acne Care exclusively features Salicylic Acid, Oligopeptide-10 and Encapsulated Tea Tree Oil, to make acne a thing of the past.

liliesrnice said...

i'd like to try the ginger tea lotion and body wash gift set

Anonymous said...

I am interested in trying the Awapuhi Volumizing Shampoo for Fine, Limp Hair. garrettsambo@aol.com

Donna said...

I would like the ginger tea body wash.
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Donna said...

I would replace my soft soap.
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cman said...

Mango body wash :)

Bakersdozen said...

I would love to try the Light Switch Brightening Serum. vidomich(at)yahoo(dot)com

Charlene Kuser said...

I would love to try the Natural Results Extra Strength Spot Corrector

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Charlene Kuser said...

Following your blog (Charlene)

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Charlene Kuser said...

Follow and Tweet:Swtlilchick
http://twitter.com/Swtlilchick/status/5758068227

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Charlene Kuser said...

Signed up for Nature's Gate newsletter

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Rachel said...

I have always loved Tea Tree Oil Products so I would like to try the Tea Tree Calming Shampoo for Irritated, Flaky Scalps.

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lilyk said...

The ginger tea body wash looks very nice!

lilyk said...

I signed up for the Nature's Gate newsletter.