I used to have pretty good skin. It got even better when I was pregnant–one of the lucky ones? I don’t know. Because after the baby was born, my skin got rough and it seemed no matter what I tried, I couldn’t get it back to its pre-baby glory. I even invested in a set of Dr. Hauschka products, all natural and organic, but my skin just sucked that stuff up like it didn’t see the price tag, and I still had a rough complexion.
Then came Alchemilla. Yay! Can I say “Yay” without sounding juvenile? I guess my commentary will have to match my new skin. I tried the Exfoliating Face Wash Cream and was shocked at how different my complexion looked right from the first try. It’s something you use a few times a week, and it takes so very little to wash with that the tube will last a good long time. The smell? Fabulous. Herbal. Fresh. After that I used a little bit of the Rose Rehydrating Essence which is a great boost for dry skin. I know what you’re thinking, “Rose? Hello Grandma!” But no, the scent is subtle and refreshing, not heavy; and it doesn’t stick to you for hours, leaving a floral trail behind you. I finished up with the Rehydrating Day Care Cream, which once again took a surprisingly small amount to do the job. My skin looked so improved by the next morning that I haven’t used anything but Alchemilla for the past week. Tiny little wrinkles I’ve fought with for years, including the new ones that come free with a two-year-old boy, are vanishing. Again, Yay! I’ve even forgone makeup lately, something that usually frightens me.
The very best part about Alchemilla has to be its purity. Everything is organic, natural, and chemical free which is a must for me. You won’t find any lurking parabens, nasty alcohols, or other icky stuff hiding in their products. Based in Oregon, this young company buys all their herbs locally and is even working on growing their own. Alchemilla was started in October of 2007, which means you get to discover it before Gwyneth Paltrow and Sarah Jessica Parker. And Oprah. Let’s not forget Oprah. I love to discover things before her. She can’t have all the great stuff first!
So you want to try it now, don’t you? Alchemilla generously provided THREE of their brand new Skin Care Trial Kits ($32.50 value) that I’ll give away here. This is what’s included in the kit:
- Antioxidant Concentrate Serum (sample sachet)
3 Ways to Enter:
1.) Leave a comment telling me what interests you the most at Alchemilla. You can name a product, mention a feature of the website, or tell me something about their business in general that appeals to you. Believe me, this won’t be difficult!
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3.) Blog about this giveaway on your blog with a link back to this post.
Do all three, and you’ve got three entries to win! You have until midnight EST on Monday, June 2, 2008, to enter.
Note: I just noticed Alchemilla has a newsletter. When you sign up, you get a free New Subscriber Reward with an order of $35 or more. I signed up and got a coupon code for a free full size hand cream. Very fortunate. Improving the skin on my hands is my next project!
As I get older (I’m 46), my skin just seems to get stranger. I never broke out as a teenager, now I break out constantly. And I now have these permanent dark circles under my eyes. I worry about all this “stuff” that I put on my face that never seems to work. So the idea of ALL NATURAL skin care intrigues me! I would L-O-V-E to try this line!!
We are pretty crunchy, I love natural and organic skin care products!
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I’d like to try their Healing Lip Balm
My skin is often irritated, the Rosebay Willowherb cream sounds like just what I need!
I love beauty products, and always looking for a novelty. Would love to win this.
I love the idea that they are organic and all natural when it comes to putting them on my skin. That is Wonderful!
I like the Foaming Facial Cleansing Gel Non drying!
The Rosebay Willowherb Cream sounds very appealing to me!
I would love to try the Calendula Cream. With this weird weather, my skin has been super dry. I think this cream would definately hydrate my skin.
wanna try the rosewood hydrating essence
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I think the Exfoliating Face Wash Cream looks heavenly!
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calendola cream
All Natural ingredients is a must for me. i have extremely sensitive skin resulting from my diabetes. The foaming facial cleansing gel sounds wonderful
I’d like to try the rehydrating day care cream!
To be honest, I love the picture on the front page (the same one you have on here)! Productwise, I am totally intrigued by the Aromantic and Dream aromatherapy blends.
I would love to win this
I am interested in their Rosebay Willowherb Cream I love using organic remedies.
Would love to try this product…thanks for the great contest!
I’d like to win
i have pretty bad skin and i’d love to try to find something that works better. the Foaming Facial Cleansing Gel sounds good.
I am always wanting to try new products. If it is a great product and it is great for the environment, that is like two birds with one stone
I love that they include an ingredient dictionary
Natural, organic solutions
I think the exfoliating face wash sounds very interesting and I’d love to try it.
I need a nice organic day cream.
Clarifying Facial Toner – anything to help my pores!
Thanks
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Thank you so much for introducing me to Alchemilla Pure Organic Skin Care today! I am so impressed with their website and their philosophy behind the products. The first place I went to on their website was to read about what inspired them to create these organic, pure, natural products. Just the idea that they collect morning dew from the Lady’s Mantle Leaves to put on their thriving crops was enough for me to be a believer in these products. I just love the idea of cleansing my face and hydrating my skin with products I know come from the earth and no harmful chemicals or ingredients are going to be absorbed into my skin. It gives me the confidence that my skin will be fresh and clean all the time, which will make me glow inside and outside! I also was impressed with their list of ingredients that they use in their products. At least those are names I can actually pronounce, if I can’t pronounce it, then most likely I won’t want it on my face or body! Thank you for being generous enough to offer this amazing giveaway!
i hope i win
Antioxidant Eye Contour Gel
looks good, I need all the help I can get around the eye.
I like that Alchemilla is organic.
Now that summer is here I’m really looking for some good facial care products that are safe and organic.
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My skin is constantly dry and I could use any help I can get!
I’d like to try the “Dream” Pure Essential Oil Blend.
The Antioxidant Concentrate Serum!
i love body products
The hand and nail care cream in lavender sounds great!
I would love to try something that helped my complexion
i love that it’s organic, so no harsh chemicals on my face! yay!
I have sensitive skin and have tried many products, to no avail,. It sounds like Alchemilla might help!
organic is the only way to go
Definitely the natural ingredients are my favorite aspect!
Roseberry Willowherb Cream is my favorite.
Bath and Shower Foaming Gel – Lavender, would love it
I would like to try the Deep Clean Purifying Masque.
I like using natural ingredients in my skin care.
It looks like this company really uses all natural ingredients and not just marketing hype. I make my own astringent by adding 5-10 drops of lavender oil into 8 ounces of witch hazel. I’d like to try some commercial products as well.
I would LOVE to try these products! I’ve been trying to become more “green” so I’ve been searching for skin care products that are natural, organic, and chemical free, and so far I have not purchased anything because it is SO hard to find products like that. It looks like Alchemilla is on to something!
I love really good skincare products.
I love organic products.
You can’t beat natural products for your skin and the scents are heavenly.