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Treasure Hunts aren’t just for kids! Join in on the Cover FX treasure hunt.

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THE HUNT HAS OFFICIALLY BEGUN!

Starting today until Saturday September 11th, Cover FX will be placing treasure boxes throughout selected cities across the US.

Fan Cover FX on Facebook to learn specific clues and locations on where you can find the hidden treasures in a city near you.  All packages include the new Eye Prep FX, and some lucky winners may receive gift cards up to $100 for Sephora!  Let the games begin!.

Here is a direct link to the ‘game’ instructions on CoverFX Facebook page.

Have fun!

Piggy Paint Natural Nail Polish and Remover – review + coupon code + giveaway

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Madelyn's Piggy Paint fingernails

Up until a few months ago it didn’t occur to me that Madelyn, now 4 years old, might enjoy having her fingernails painted.   The nail polishing began when Madelyn came home from a friend’s house with painted fingernails and she was so excited.  Then of course, I had to take the polish off.  I felt bad for using regular nail polish remover on her tiny fingernails.. the smell and knowing how harsh the chemicals are.  I am so glad to have learned about Piggy Paint’s nail polish remover.

Needless to say I had to go out and buy nail polish for her and I really didn’t know how bad some nail polish is until I tried Piggy Paint’s natural nail polish which I LOVE!  The first thing I noticed when painting Madelyn’s nails with Piggy Paint was that it went on very smoothly unlike some kids nail polish that I bought.  Piggy paint nail polish didn’t drip or get clumpy.   It dried quickly and has proven to be durable, lasting through several baths, rough play outdoors, and regular everyday wear which is a lot for Madelyn.  She’s always doing something with her hands.

About Piggy Paint nail polish

  • There are no toxic chemicals in Piggy Paint™
  • The water based formula is free of formaldehyde, toluene, phthalates, Bisphenol A, ethyl acetate and acetone
  • It dries quickly.  Madelyn’s fingernails were dry within one minute

About Piggy Paint nail polish remover

  • It is low-odor and hypoallergenic nail polish remover
  • Quickly removes all polishes, especially Piggy Paint™ Nail Polish.
  • Contains none of the solvents that could offend your nose or harm our atmosphere.
  • Aloe Vera and Vitamin E are added to supplement the natural oils that protect nails and cuticles.. great for little fingers.

Say good-bye to harsh, smelly chemicals and hello to Piggy Paint™…it’s as Natural as Mud!

Learn more about and buy Piggy Paint nail polish and remover on their website here.

Piggy Paints Coupon code:

Use coupon code MommyInsider to get 10% off your order.  Offer expires June 30th, 2010.

Giveaway!

Piggy Paints is giving 3 lucky readers a $15 gift certificate!
To enter to win leave a comment telling us what your favorite Piggy Paints color is and fill out the entry form.
Entries accepted through June 5th.

Gift Card Giveaway for $50 worth of Beauty Goodies from ULTA

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TheFind is excited to announce the launch a fantastic giveaway from our friends at ULTA.com. The one-stop beauty super store has one $50 gift card that will be awarded to one lucky winner next week. To enter for a chance to win simply leave your entry on TheFind Blog here. Tell us in comments how you would spend your $50 gift card at ULTA.com and be sure leave your email address so that we can you if you win. The winner will be notified via email and must respond within 24 hours. The contest runs now thru Wednesday November 11th, 2009 12-midnight PST.

Some or our favorite picks from ULTA include Philosophy’s Raspberry Sorbet Flavored Lip Shine ($12). We love this good-enough-to-at high-shine lip gloss. It will keep your pucker soft and give you a calorie-free taste of raspberry sorbet. It’s dessert time anytime with this lip treatment. If you haven’t tried mineral makeup try out this product is perfect for newbies. The bareMinerals Hydrating Mineral Veil Kit ($29) will quench thirsty skin with a water-based mineral veil that adds a subtle touch of brightness and a translucent finish. Buff it over makeup or a bare face. Benefit Liquid Benetint ($28) is the original tried and true rose-colored cheek and lip tint. It will withstand kisses and is water-proof. The sheer coloring and gives a natural glow that will keep them wondering.

TheFind will be spreading the love this holiday season with lots o’ lovely loot in upcoming giveaways! Don’t miss out on prizes galore now thru the end of the year – join our Facebook Fan Page to be notified of upcoming giveaways throughout the holiday shopping season.

Sept. 11th Friday Must-Have: Felt Flower Bobby Pins

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Great for mom’s and their little girls, these felt flower bobby pins are colorful and fun and with four colors to choose from every day you’ll be sure to have a match for any outfit.

These colorful felt flower bobby pins are the perfect accessory for a girl or young ladies’ hair. So fun and cute!

felt toddler hair pins

Comes with 1 of each:
Purple flower with green bead center bobby pin, pink flower with red bead center bobby pin, red flower with blue bead center bobby pin, and a yellow flower with orange bead center bobby pin.

How much? $3.49
Where to buy: HappyHomestead’s Etsy Shop

Where is your first aid kit? Do you have one?

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It’s summer, the kids are out of school, and I’m sure you need something to do right? Well, pack your bags and hit the local trails but don’t forget your first aid kit.  My guess is that at least 50% of hikers including families on day trip hikes, don’t carry a first aid kit.  Like I said, that’s just my guess but that doesn’t have to be the case. I always pack bandages, sunscreen, insect repellent, and water when planning a day trip, even a trip to the pool.  No kidding..always.  If it were up to me, I would have a location unit like the kind skiers use so rescue teams could find us quickly in the case of an emergency. As you might know from some of my previous posts, I am a paranoid, ‘germaphobic’ mom.  I have anti-bacterial gel and wipes in my handbag, car, and even in our garage for when the kids play in there while I’m on the treadmill or doing laundry.  I know.. studies may show that using a lot of anti-bacterial stuff doesn’t help them get used to germs but the thought of my kids hands being on a shopping cart handle that has some other kids invisible snot on it grosses me out.  Library books even disgust me.  That’s terrible, I know.

CVS/pharmacy first aid and survival products

I am a big fan of drugstores because I know that I can get in and out quickly. Yes, you tend to pay more for name brand products at the drugstore but think about it.. you don’t have to buy name brand products!  For example, did you know that CVS has their own line of first aid products that are the same high quality and more affordable than ‘big brand’ first aid products?  CVS/pharmacy has their own line of bandages, band-aids, sunscreen, insect repellent, and anti-itch spray and as a mom on a budget, I appreciate the affordability of their products.

Below is a list of items you can grab at any CVS/pharmacy store, that should be included in your first aid kit:

  • Bandages, band-aids and alcohol wipes to handle cuts and scrapes
  • Sun protection – whether you’re looking for a sunscreen that’s waterproof with a high SPF, something for the kids, or a cooling sunscreen that can be applied quickly, CVS/pharmacy has a line of continuous spray sunscreens that work great, smell nice and spray on evenly. Don’t forget to wear a hat to protect the face and neck.
  • After-sun relief, in case you forget to re-apply your sunscreen or miss a spot behind your knees. Packing a bottle of CVS/pharmacy’s instant burn relief spray with lidocaine & aloe vera can make all the difference.
  • Insect repellents and anti-itch remedies for bug bites and rashes. CVS/pharmacy has a variety of convenient, pocket-sized spray pens that relieve pain and itching associated with insect bites and minor rashes due to poison ivy, poison oak or poison sumac

Visit the CVS/pharmacy website to take interactive quizzes such as this one on how well you know your insect bites and this one on common first aid mistakes.

GIVEAWAY!
We are giving a lucky reader a kit with all of the following products:
•    CVS Kids Sunblock Continuous Spray Spf 50
•    CVS Cooling Mist Sunblock
•    CVS Aftersun Instant Burn Relief Spray
•    CVS Instant Itch Relief Spray
•    CVS Waterproof Bandages
•    CVS Antibacterial Plastic Bandages
•    CVS Travel First Aid Kit

To enter to win, leave a comment telling us what your favorite summer destination is and which of the products above you can’t live without and why. Contest ends August 15th, 2009.