‘Bathroom’ Category

Alice Uncensored: J.R. Watkins Hand Soap

Thursday, August 19th, 2010

In this installment of Alice Uncensored, Kristen Chase of Motherhood Uncensored tries and reviews J.R. Watkins Hand Soap… and finds it’s just right. The smell was light, refreshing, and wasn’t overpowering. The hand soap was also able to cut through the grease and oil when washing hands in the kitchen, but Kristen has decided to keep it in her private bathroom for herself.

Like Kristen, I’m picky about hand soaps so I’m looking forward to trying this brand. Have you tried J.R. Watkins? What’s your favorite hand soap? Do you use different soaps for different areas of the house?

(And feel free to let Kristen know your suggestions for future products to review. We’ll add them to the list!)

Becca’s Picks & Personal Care Variety Pack Giveaway!

Wednesday, July 21st, 2010

Personal Care

When it comes to skin care and personal care items, I like simple.  Here are my everyday favorites, and keep reading because we’re giving you the chance to win a plethora of personal care products below!

Lotion – I’m a big fan of Suave Advanced Therapy because it’s cheap, the smell doesn’t over-power your nose and it’s not greasy. Suave is a terrific every day lotion to put on before any perfumes or clothes and since I do use lotion every day, it’s a good thing it’s a good value.

Deodorant -  Before Alice.com, I remember Secret Shower Fresh always being sold out and experiencing a great deal of panic at the thought I might have to go without. Particularly because this anti-persiperant has one of the best scents and actually works.

Face Wash – I’ve gone through a multitude of face washes trying to find one that doesn’t dry out my skin or leave it too oily or isn’t abrasive or too soft. Finally, I read somewhere out there that Purpose Gentle Cleansing Wash was a good one, and boy were they right. My skin has calmed down and is always clear nowadays.

Face Lotion – Light, non-greasy and an SPF of 15 makes Neutrogena Healthy Skin Lotion the perfect thing to use once you get out of the shower. I apply it before any makeup to make sure I’m protected throughout the day. And it won’t contribute to breakouts!

Makeup Remover – Another Neutrogena product, these Makeup Remover Cleansing Towelettes smell so great, and are the perfect thing to wipe your face with before going to bed. I make sure to pay special attention to the eye area so no makeup sits on my skin overnight.

Now, surely some of you love these products as well, but some of you have your own favorites, and still others have yet to find the right fit. That’s why we’re excited to be giving away a Personal Care Variety Pack!

GIVEAWAY! THREE (3) LUCKY WINNERS WILL RECEIVE:

A personal care variety pack of twenty-five  products such as: body wash, shampoo, hair products,  moisturizer, toothpaste, deodorant, tampons, hand wash, gum, conditioner and more!

Your prize pack may vary from those in this list.

HOW TO ENTER
Just let us know in the comments…

What’s the one personal care item you can’t live without?

The giveaway will end this Sunday, July 25 at 11:59 pm. We look forward to hearing from you!

RULES
Winners of the giveaway will be awarded a Personal Care Variety Pack. Giveaway is open to legal U.S. residents 18 or older residing in the 50 United States (includes DC).  Void where prohibited.  Employees (and their immediate families and households) of Alice.com, Inc. are not eligible.  Giveaway entries will be accepted until Sunday, July 25 at 11:59 pm. Winning entry must provide a valid email address (Alice.com will never sell or rent your e-mail to third parties). We will notify the winner by email on or before Tuesday, July 27.  The winner will have 48 hours to respond to us with their name and valid U.S. mailing address.  If this information is not received within 48 hours, a new winner will be chosen.  Odds of winning depend on number of entries received. Sponsor: Alice.com, Inc.

New Week, New Product

Monday, July 19th, 2010

Luckily, there are a lot of green products on the market nowadays, but one of the things that sets Eco Clean (check out their coupons!) apart is not only the fact that they’re non-toxic (and thus, safe for your children and pets), but  also their lovely packaging. Not only the way it looks, but the proportion. The spray bottles, for instance, are a bit smaller so they fit easier in your hand and the nozzle is more ergonomic, making it comfortable to clean. Not to mention the rainbow of colors make the process quite fun.

We recently tried the Spicy Lavender All Purpose Cleaner. The scent was divine and it worked as an all-purpose cleaner should. The product boasts an active eco booster to ensure an efficient and effective clean. What exactly is an eco boost? It’s a single natural amino acid that when added to cleaners, solubilizes dirt and keeps it suspended in the solution. That means it “boosts”  the cleaning properties significantly so that eco clean products work as well as traditional cleaners. Eco Clean products are also scented with essential oils, and are free of petro chemicals, of course.

Oh, and the packaging you won’t want to let go of is 100% recyclable when you finally do.  But we think you could probably re-use these bottles again and again, just like you’ll want to use Eco Clean again and again.

New Week, New Product

Monday, April 26th, 2010


Shaving is always a risky affair, no matter how you cut it. Pacific Shaving offers shaving essentials that are so high-performing (and eco-friendly to boot) for men and women that your liability is greatly reduced.

Their blade oil allows you to cut your razor blade expenses in half. The act of shaving, they claim, is not the leading cause of a dull blade. In fact, the 24 hours in between shaves do more damage to your razor blades than the shave itself. Exposure to air (oxidation) corrodes blades quickly, leading to a jagged edge and ultimately nicks and cuts.

Using safe and natural ingredients, Pacific Shaving blade oil has been clinically shown to slow the effects of oxidation and extend blade life by up to 95%. One reviewer said, “My razor blades last much longer when I use this. Pays for itself many times over.”

Continuing on the “a little goes a long way” theme, Pacific Shaving also offers an all natural shave cream. The small but mighty 3 oz. jar will last up to 40 shaves, keeping your skin smooth and supple.

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Spring Cleaning for A Squeaky Clean Bathroom + Last Chance to Win a $100 Alice.com Gift Card

Tuesday, April 6th, 2010

photo by Serch

Congrats to our winner of last week’s giveaway, Tisha (winner chosen randomly):

I like to listen to 80’s music and jam and SING, although I can NOT sing. It makes the cleaning better and seems to make the time go faster.

Keep reading to learn how to enter for your last chance to win this week!

No one likes to clean the bathroom, but it’s one of the most important places to scrub away germs.

1. Throw away expired cosmetics, beauty products and medications in doubled-up trash bags. You’ll want to double up to prevent kids and pets from getting into the old meds. Don’t flush anything down the toilet that can be hazardous to water supplies.

2. Wash mirrors and inside of windows with Better Life Glass Cleaner.

3. Wipe down your countertops and cabinets with an all-purpose cleaner like Sun & Earth.

4. Clean the toilet with JR Watkins Toilet Bowl Cleaner and a toilet brush on the bowl interior and Clorox Disinfecting Wipes on the exterior.

5. Scrub the shower and tub with a soap scum and stain remover. Use Tilex Daily Shower Cleaner after.

6. Keep up the sink and shower drains with Drain-Out Clog Remover.

7. Vacuum and then mop floors with Swiffer Wet-Jet multi-surface cleaner.

Is the bathroom the hardest area for you to clean? What are your secrets and bathroom tips for making the job easier?

Share your bathroom cleaning tip in the comments below for your chance to enter to win a $100 Alice.com gift card. Deadline is next week, Sunday, April 11th at 11:59 pm CT.

RULES
Winner will be awarded an Alice.com gift card with an estimated retail value of $100 dollars. Giveaway is open to legal U.S. residents 18 or older residing in the 50 United States (includes DC).  Void where prohibited.  Employees (and their immediate families and households) of Alice.com, Inc. are not eligible.  Giveaway entries will be accepted until Sunday, April 11th at 11:59 pm CT. Winning entry must provide a valid email address (Alice.com will never sell or rent your e-mail to third parties). We will notify the winners by email on or before Friday, April 16th.  The winner will have 48 hours to respond to us with their name and valid U.S. mailing address.  If this information is not received within 48 hours, a new winner will be chosen.  Odds of winning depend on number of entries received. Sponsor: Alice.com, Inc.

New Week, New Product

Monday, March 29th, 2010

We have cotton balls on the site! Maxim Organic Cotton Balls use  the naturally unique characteristics of cotton to provide a soft, safe and natural solution to existing health and environmental risks and concerns. These puffs are made with 100% Certified Organic Cotton.

In addition, the Maxim Organic Cotton Balls cotton is whitened and disinfected with Hydrogen Peroxide instead of Chlorine to avoid exposure to harmful chemical Dioxin residues. The puffs are packaged in a  re-sealable zip-locked closure for convenient and safe keeping.

Vote for your favorite toilet paper, and win an Alice.com gift card!

Wednesday, December 16th, 2009

All this week, we’re putting up your favorite household products to a vote. Help us celebrate 2009 by letting us know your opinion on the best household products of the year, from toothpaste to toilet paper.

Vote in the comments section of each category (we’ll have six all together; vote on round one of toothpaste here, round two of razors here, round three of coffee here, round four of paper towels here, round five of diapers here), and each time you’ll be entered to win a $25 Alice.com gift card. Six winners will be notified and announced on Thursday, and we’ll also have another fun contest to top off all the fun.

In this sixth and final round of voting, tell us the toilet paper that you’d never want to run out of. Can’t wait to win? Purchase gift cards for all your favorite friends and family, and give them the gift you know they’ll use.


angelsoft


charmin

1. Angel Soft

2. Charmin


scott

seventhgentp

3. Scott

4. Seventh Generation

cottonelle
quiltednorthern

5. Cottonelle

6. Quilted Northern

Vote for your favorite brand in the comments below for your chance to win a $25 Alice.com gift card!

RULES
Winner will be awarded an Alice.com gift card with an estimated retail value of $25 dollars. Giveaway is open to legal U.S. residents 18 or older residing in the 50 United States (includes DC).  Void where prohibited.  Employees (and their immediate families and households) of Alice.com, Inc. are not eligible.  Giveaway entries will be accepted until Thursday, December 17th  at 12:00 pm (noon). Winning entry must provide a valid email address (Alice.com will never sell or rent your e-mail to third parties). We will notify the winner by email on Thursday, December 17th.  The winner will have 48 hours to respond to us with their name and valid U.S. mailing address.  If this information is not received within 48 hours, a new winner will be chosen.  Odds of winning depend on number of entries received. Sponsor: Alice.com, Inc.

This giveaway ends Thursday, December 17th at 12:00 pm (Noon).

Vote for your favorite razors, and win an Alice.com gift card!

Monday, December 14th, 2009

All this week, we’re putting up your favorite household products to a vote. Help us celebrate 2009 by letting us know your opinion on the best household products of the year, from toothpaste to toilet paper.

Vote in the comments section of each category (we’ll have six all together; vote on the first round of toothpaste here), and each time you’ll be entered to win a $25 Alice.com gift card. Six winners will be notified and announced on Thursday, and we’ll also have another fun contest to top off all the fun.

In the second round, choose the best razor cartridges. Can’t wait to win? Purchase gift cards for all your favorite friends and family, and give them the gift you know they’ll use.

Mach fusion

1. Gillette Mach 3

2. Gillette Fusion

quattro schick

3. Schick Quattro

4. Schick Intuition

venus Your favorite isn’t here? Write it in!

5. Gillette Venus

6. Other

Vote for your favorite brand in the comments below for your chance to win a $25 Alice.com gift card!

RULES
Winner will be awarded an Alice.com gift card with an estimated retail value of $25 dollars. Giveaway is open to legal U.S. residents 18 or older residing in the 50 United States (includes DC).  Void where prohibited.  Employees (and their immediate families and households) of Alice.com, Inc. are not eligible.  Giveaway entries will be accepted until Thursday, December 17th  at 12:00 pm (noon). Winning entry must provide a valid email address (Alice.com will never sell or rent your e-mail to third parties). We will notify the winner by email on Thursday, December 17th.  The winner will have 48 hours to respond to us with their name and valid U.S. mailing address.  If this information is not received within 48 hours, a new winner will be chosen.  Odds of winning depend on number of entries received. Sponsor: Alice.com, Inc.

This giveaway ends Thursday, December 17th at 12:00 pm (Noon).

Vote for your favorite toothpaste, and win an Alice.com gift card!

Monday, December 14th, 2009

All this week, we’re putting up your favorite household products to a vote. Help us celebrate 2009 by letting us know your opinion on the best household products of the year, from toothpaste to toilet paper.

Vote in the comments section of each category (we’ll have six all together), and each time you’ll be entered to win a $25 Alice.com gift card. Six winners will be notified and announced on Thursday, and we’ll also have another fun contest to top off all the fun.

First up, we’ve got your preferred product for those pearly whites, toothpaste. Can’t wait to win? Purchase gift cards for all your favorite friends and family, and give them the gift you know they’ll use.

crest armhammer

1. Crest Cavity Protection

2. Arm & Hammer Advance White

tomsofmaine aquafresh

3. Tom’s of Maine Natural

4. Aquafresh Extreme Clean

sensodyne colgate

5. Sensodyne Extra Whitening

6. Colgate Total

7. Other – Write in.

Vote for your favorite brand in the comments below for your chance to win a $25 Alice.com gift card!

RULES
Winner will be awarded an Alice.com gift card with an estimated retail value of $25 dollars. Giveaway is open to legal U.S. residents 18 or older residing in the 50 United States (includes DC).  Void where prohibited.  Employees (and their immediate families and households) of Alice.com, Inc. are not eligible.  Giveaway entries will be accepted until Thursday, December 17th  at 12:00 pm (noon). Winning entry must provide a valid email address (Alice.com will never sell or rent your e-mail to third parties). We will notify the winner by email on Thursday, December 17th.  The winner will have 48 hours to respond to us with their name and valid U.S. mailing address.  If this information is not received within 48 hours, a new winner will be chosen.  Odds of winning depend on number of entries received. Sponsor: Alice.com, Inc.

This giveaway ends Thursday, December 17th at 12:00 pm (Noon).

Tooth Bush (just for fun)

Monday, November 23rd, 2009

toothbush

I certainly smiled when I discovered this “tooth bush” from artist Christopher Niemann in the New York Times. See all of his bio-diversity creations here.

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