Grandma El's Diaper Rash Remedy and Prevention

If you baby ever has diaper rash, eczema, chapped skin, or cradle cap, then you need to keep Grandma El’s Diaper Rash Remedy and Prevention on hand. This stuff is amazing! It was developed in the early 1970’s by a skin care specialist and cosmetic chemist to treat his own son’s diaper rash. He soon began sharing it with his neighbors and it’s popularity spread. When his son grew up he, the son, established Grandma El’s and began mass producing this incredible product.

What first attracted me to this diaper rash ointment was it’s incredible smell. It’s light and fruity, not at all medicinal smelling like every other diaper rash ointment I’ve seen. It actually reminds me of this Baby Strawberry Shortcake doll I had when I was little. When you squeezed her belly she blew the strawberry scented kisses - yum!

I met and spoke with the owner of the company and he told me the product was made of all-natural ingredients and contained no parabens, phthalates, dyes or other harmful ingredients and only uses plant-derived preservatives. This Made in the USA ointment contains Vitamin E, derived from wheat germ oil; balsam plant extract from Peru, a known healing agent; salicylic acid, derived from willow bark and wintergreen, which, when mixed with Vitamin E can promote new skin growth; yellow petrolatum, derived from naturally occurring mineral oil; and insecticide-free anhydrous lanolin, a naturally occurring, allergy-free protecting and healing agent. Grandma El’s has been pediatrician tested and approved.

Additionally, this ointment isn’t just for treating diaper rash. I’ve used it on my son’s eczema around his nose and mouth and on my own dry knees (when my oldest son started crawling I crawled around with him so much I developed dry, scaly patches on my knees, but a little dab of Grandma El’s cleared it up in no time). It’s great for chapped skin and lips too. The Grandma El’s website also states it an be used to treat cradle cap, sunburns, cold sores, stretch marks, cuts and scrapes, and razor burn.

The Grandma El’s line also includes baby shampoo and baby wash, both tear-free, gentle and as equally effective as the diaper ointment. When you use the shampoo so little is required to get a good lather that the bottle lasts forever. These products also contain a nice, light scent.

I will never consider using any other diaper ointment other than Grandma El’s. I know it’s safe, effective, and can be used to treat multiple problems. I hope you will also give it a try!

-NM

David Babaii for Wildaid

I recently discovered a haircare line that sounded too good to be true: paraben free, sulfate free, petroleum free, and effective - is that possible? It is if it's David Bababii for Wildaid. A collaboration between celebrity stylist, David Babaii, and actress Kate Hudson, David Babaii for Wildaid is an eco-conscious haircare line that uses natural ingredients like volcanic ash, blue algae extract, and cupuacu butter to create extremely effective products. Additionally, 10% of the profits is donated to Wildaid, a non-profit organization that works with international governments to end illegal wildlife trade.

Instead of using traditional sulfates to provide rich lather, these products rely on coconut oil. While sulfates (i.e, sodium laurel sulfate) are not inherently bad, they can be irritating or drying to skin. The line also uses no petroleum products, which, of course, is very eco-friendly, and no animal byproducts. Both petroleum and animal byproducts are common beauty ingredients.

What first attracted me to the line was that it contains no parabens (see my earlier post on parabens). I was also impressed by the price (about $10 for each product) and each product's fragrance (this is some of the best smelling shampoo I have ever found). I originally purchased the Amplifying Shampoo, Amplifying Conditioner, Bohemian Beach Spray, and the Root Amplifier. I was overwhelmingly impressed with all the products. I was really surprised at how much lather the shampoo provided and how effective the styling products were.

I am extremely satisfied with this haircare line and will continue to use it. Because the products smell so good, I would love it if they expanded the line to include body care (body washes, lotions, etc.). If you decide to check out these products (and I hope you do!) I would love to hear what you think of them.

-NM

Welcome to my blog!

Hi all,

I've decided to venture into the world of blogging. I hope to use my blog to educate and entertain. I am the mother of two little boys (age 1 and 2, they are 13 months apart). After having my second baby I returned to my career as a paralegal on a part-time basis, but on my "days off" I wanted to find something constructive to do during nap time. I've always had a love for writing (I got my degree in creative writing) but have been waiting for my inspiration to start putting words to paper (or screen). In addition to writing, I also enjoy shopping, specifically for new and exciting products. I take great joy in discovering a new product and sharing my find with my friends and family.

With my recent adventures in mommyhood, I have uncovered some great (and not-so-great) baby products. I thought I would write a book on baby products, but I realized that (a) there are a ton of baby product guides already in print, and (b) by the time I would be able to finish an entire book on baby products, some of the products may no longer be available or there would be some better alternatives.

Then there is my obsession with beauty products. I have my mother to thank for this. As an cosmetologist, I can remember from a very early age her showing me how to properly apply make-up, how to find the perfect fragrance, and how to get great lift and volume in my hair. I could spend hours at Ulta or Sephora checking out various beauty products. I love reading about the newest beauty breakthroughs in magazines. But best of all, I love to try new products.

Lastly, I am a very health and eco-conscious person. I am dedicated to finding the very best foods and products for my family while being mindful of my impact on the environment. I am a firm believer in getting back to basics, especially when it comes to what we put in and on our bodies. We eat more organic than not in my home. Recently I have taken this belief to the beauty world. As I become more educated about various ingredients used in today's beauty products, I've learned that there are some ingredients that are best avoided.

So, I plan to share with you the various information, ideas and products I have discovered in my daily life to help you lead a simpler, healthier and happy life.

-NM