Wednesday, August 7, 2013

Naturally Me! It's always great to hear...


It's always great to hear....

I cannot tell you how wonderful it is to hear how your hard work helps someone.  My customers are awesome; I rely on them to give me feedback.  I rely on them to test my products; I rely on them to help me reach my potential.  In a nut shell, I love them.

This morning I received some wonderful feedback from my valued customers.

K.P. is a newly natural product wearer of my Herbal Deodorant.  “I love this deodorant, it is long lasting and it actually works to keep me dry.  I work out daily and need a deodorant that will actually keep up with my active lifestyle”.

Amber has purchased a variety of products and most recently purchased my Boost Factor Facial Serum. “Love this, it goes on easily, absorbs quickly and I can apply my makeup on top of it and I look fresh.  People need to know about this product it works great!”

Akeima is a longtime customer and has tried many products; she absolutely loves the Manuka Honey Moisturizer and Facial Cleanser. “I have tired many products on the market that say they work, these are the only products that work for my sensitive skin.” “Love them”
I cannot say enough about my Boost Factor Facial Serum.

This product I am very proud of.  I use it as a daily skincare routine.  It is an amazing product.  I can honestly say that this product has a lot of passion behind it.  Don’t get me wrong, all of my products that I create are of equal importance, but this one took a little more effort to make it the perfect pairing for any skin care routine.

If you have ever thought about going natural but can’t seem to wrap your head around where to start, start basic.  Start replacing your commercially prepared and chemically laced products with something clean.  Many people know the basics for Clean Eating; try the basic for Clean Living.  Get rid of the parabens first.  Examples:  Methylparaben, Ethylparaben, Propylparaben and Butylparaben.  These are most common in foods and cosmetics. 

Take a look on the back of your products and see how many you will find.
I cannot tell you guys enough how grateful I am to my customers and readers.
Thank you.
 

Boost Factor Facial Serum - 100% Handmade
Black Onyx Facial Cleanser - 100% Handmade
For more information visit our website at www.naturalproductsbytmb.com

 

Tuesday, August 6, 2013

Naturally Me!


THIS WEEK IN THE NEWS!!!

We added some great new products to our new store. 

Visit us at naturalproductsbytmb.com or etsy.com/naturalproductsbytmb

If you follow my blogs, I am constantly looking for ways to get my products out there.  I use this forum to share ideas and helpful information in hopes that if you are trying to find your way, I can share experiences with you.

If you have ideas, please share with us.  Some may have better avenues than I; some may be striving to find a way to break into promoting their products or services to the community.

I found a new home, I will see what transpires.  I am constantly hopeful about new things. There is nothing that I won’t try to promote my business. 

So now visit me on HandmadeArtist.com with my array of products.

I have an Esty shop and that forum is a little different than this shop.  This shop is more comfortable if I can use the term.  Comfortable means to me, that it is less formal than Etsy.

Esty is more professional and you see that when you go to the site.  This site is nice, you have people who are just starting out and people who are more professional and have been selling for years.  I love the variations.  No pressure there! The levels are all over the place with photos of products.  I like that.  It gives you a jumping off point.    Some people really want to start selling on sites but feel intimidated about it.  Please don't feel that way.  Do it.  How else will you learn different ways of promoting your new business?

Do you know how many people will have the opportunity to see your work?  How many people will buy your products? You only need one. Or maybe 2, 3,4,5….

The point is how else will you know unless you give it a try.

Like I said earlier, if I am not blogging, I am creating.
Much Success in starting your online shopping business.

African Black Soap Bars and our
Combo Black Onyx and Boost Factor Facial Serum.

visit our naturalproductsbytmb.com site to see more products.

Happy Shopping!
 

 

 

Tuesday, July 30, 2013

Naturally Me!


Naturally Me!

Making Repairs.

My last transmission left off at my new product the Boost Factor Facial Serum.  Well, let me just say honestly, we went back and made a few adjustments.  I am a stickler for perfection! PERIOD SAID!
My brand is important.  

The important part in creating any of my products is the feedback that I receive.  It is important to receive this vital information because it helps me to make a better product. 
We changed a few key ingredients from our original formula and added Vitamin C Ester to the formula which makes the texture so much better.

Do you know the difference between Vitamin C & Vitamin C Esters?

Water-soluble Vitamin C also known as ascorbic acid is found in many vitamin supplements, but ascorbic acid can have drawbacks as a topical ingredient.  Ascorbic acid can cause irritation to skin when included in topical products.

Fat-Soluble, Vitamin C Ester is full of antioxidant nutrients that display greater antioxidant activity in our cells than ascorbic acid.    Vitamin C ester can reside in our cells; it will continuously regenerate the Vitamin E that becomes depleted by that fat-soluble antioxidant continuous fight against free radicals.  Vitamin C ester possess an amazing ability to stimulate growth of cells that help produce collagen and elastin, the strands of tissue that give the skin its strength and flexibility.

Finally, Vitamin C ester is also more stable in topical solutions, maintaining its efficacy while delivering wonderful benefits.  

Our Boost Factor Facial Serum is available through our website.

Love this!!




Thursday, July 18, 2013

Naturally Me! TMB Boost Factor Facial Serum


I am out from my scientist lab.

If I am not blogging, I am creating.  It keeps me sane. 

My newest project is my TMB Boost Factor Facial Serum.

What is TMB Boost Factor Facial Serum?

It is an uplifting Facial Serum that gives your skin a fighting chance against age, sun and the elements that your skin receives on a daily basis.  

We have formulated a light non-greasy and highly concentrated pack of ingredients that will leave your skin luxurious.  We start with Grape Seed Oil which easily absorbs and is gentle and light on the skin; rich in beta-carotene and Vitamins E, D & C.  Essential fatty acids like palmitic stearic and Linolelc acid.  Grape Seed oil is rich in polyphenols and these polyphenols are anti-inflammatory and antioxidants that help to prevent signs of aging and acne.  From there we start the layering process with our ingredients of Aloe Vera Leaf Juice which will help the skins ability to hydrate itself; Rice Bran Oil contains high levels of Vitamin E antioxidants and nutrients.  This amazing oil is hypoallergenic and contains proanthrocyandis which protect collagen and elastin which plays an important part in maintaining skin elasticity.  Rice Bran Oil is high in fatty acids and is great for mature, delicate and sensitive skin types.  Cranberry and Raspberry Seed Oils help the healing of damage skin and is full of Omega 3, 6 & 9 fatty acids and Raspberry Seed Oil has UVA/UVB properties.  Sea Buckthorn Berry Extract contains Palmitoleic acid beta-carotine, tocopherol (Vitamins A & E) Helps in the treatment of skin conditions which include burns, skin ulcers, acne, and dermatitis and has UV blocking properties and aids in the skins regeneration.  Moroccan Argan Oil helps to repair damage skin and heal skin conditions like eczema & psoriasis.  Full of antioxidants and vitamins, reduces free radicals and protects skin from sun damage.  Argan Oil also improves the skin’s ability to retain moisture.  Squalene Oil is a natural moisturizer that also helps promote healing.

Ylang Ylang Essential Oil is beneficial in balancing the moisture content of the epidermis and is recommended for both dry and oily skin.

All of this power is in one Boost Factor Facial Serum.

The scent is an earthy scent from all the natural ingredients.

No synthetic fragrances are used in this product.
 
Paraben Free
 
Never Tested on Animals
 
100% Handmade

 Visit our website to order your product today!

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 Boost Facial Serum
That's what it looks like from the Airless Pump dispenser.  A little is all that you need.
 

Thursday, July 11, 2013

Naturally Me!

Hi all,

Here is a brief blog today regarding our new store.

We have partnered with OpenSky an online retail store for our Purely Pet collection.

We hope that you will visit our store and share with your friends.

Thank you.



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Wednesday, July 10, 2013


Naturally Me!
Let me take this opportunity to thank those who have supported me with my ramblings.  Being able to communicate my passion through blogging is one of my favorite outlets.  I am happy that I have the opportunity to share my passion of creating wonderful products. 

I will tell anyone who is passionate about something to keep pursuing it.  My mom says to me each day, NEVER GIVE UP! NEVER GIVE IN.  To GIVE IN means defeat, to GIVE UP means that you didn’t have that passion.  Nothing in life is easy.  You have to believe that what you are working towards will give you the greatest rewards.
What’s my greatest reward?  My greatest reward is my customers feedback regarding my products and customer service.  No matter the feedback; I take it and use it to better my business. There are owners who hate to receive negative feedback.  Don't you want to know the answer to "How ae we doing?"  Can we do something better? or How can be keep your business?  How are you going to know what’s wrong with your product if you don’t receive negative feedback.  I am a fan of Carol’s Daughter, I love her business model and hope to one day, be as successful. 

Having something that you can call your own takes effort, nothing happens overnight.  At least, not for me; I believe that I am destined to work hard in order to appreciate the opportunities that I have.  I also believe that you have to put work into your craft. Most people do not understand this concept.  It’s so easy to grasp. 

For example, if you play an instrument, you have to continually practice at it to be perfect.  If you are a dancer, you have to practice to be the best, if you sing you have to practice to hit those high notes.  It’s the same when you create products, if you don’t continually practice, put forth an effort and research you will fall flat on your face and lose the trust of a potential customer.  Nobody likes a product that doesn’t work.  You know that saying, if one person likes your product they will tell one person, but if they hate it they will tell the world. 

Here’s a thought for today.  Try something that’s new and exciting.  Put yourself out on a limb.  I am always hanging out there.  If you don't take a risk on you, how will you know you got it?  Most entrepreneurs are risk takers.  That’s part of wanting to have that independence to work for yourself and make a difference in someone's life by giving them or a community much needed jobs.  

Some of you may know that I have several irons in the fire.  First, there is my www.naturalproductsbytmb.com; www.chloes-paw.org and now OpenSky our new exclusive store for products only for your pets.
Below see the link in which to follow us.  We ask that you share.  

Our goal is to take Natural Products By TMB to the next level, we cannot do it without your support.

Thank you all.

 
This is the reason why we create our pet products.  100% of the proceeds goes toward our nonprofit Chloe's Paw.  Read Riley's story at www.chloes-paw.org.
This little guy is Riley and he is one of our success stories that we have had the opportunity to help with money received from the sale of our Pet Products and donations from the community.
 
Let's keep it going!!  This is my reason...
 

Tuesday, July 9, 2013

Naturally Me! It's All About the Paws!!!

It's all about the paws!!




Fred is the Black/White and Nikki and the glowy eyed one.








Tell me if this doesn’t sound familiar to you.

Your dog is down on all fours and chewing the life out of his/her paw.

Have you heard yourself say? STOP CHEWING ON YOUR FOOT.  It is irritating when you constantly hear them licking.  I don’t know about you but my Nikki has the biggest tongue ever and she is REALLY LOUD!!

UGH!!
As humans, we can scratch the itch; dogs cannot and therefore, they result to licking and biting when they itch.  We have to consider our animals when they are going through an itching spell.  Like people, dogs can have allergies, causing them to become itchy.  There could be several reasons for animals to have allergies, such as flea allergies, food allergies or environmental allergies.  Some animals may be allergic to the flea’s bite and may cause them to become irritated.  Food allergies are common in dogs and therefore, will cause them to have severe itching of the paws, face and ears.  Oftentimes, they can be plagued with loose stool or vomiting. (I have seen this happen with my Fred when we change his food) Environmental allergies can cause similar signs and the important note is to remember that food allergies will always be around, as for the environmental aspect of allergies that will be determined by the seasons.  Most people and animals will find that the winter months are the best times for allergy relief.

The best advice is to check with your veterinarian about flea prevention medication that will help with the flea allergies and they can also check to find out what is causing the other allergies that your animals is encountering.

I enjoy writing about animals because they are a huge part of my life.  I can greatly identify with this blog today, because my Fred constantly bites on his paws to the point that they are so rough they scratch me when he jumps up on me.  I can tell you, I am constantly saying OUCH all the time.  They feel like a Brillo pad.  How uncomfortable that must make him feel as well.

So what am I to create for my pampered pooch?  Since, I am crafty girl; I knew that I wanted to make a product for my animal’s paws.  I made a Paw Protection Balm that softens those dry pads and is safe if they start licking.  It is unscented and made with human-grade ingredients.  It’s also great for your dry areas as well.

Keep in mind, if you are feeling itchy your dog may be feeling the same way. 

Watch for the signs!

Check our website at www.naturalproductsbytmb.com to order your sample or regular size.
This great Paw Protection Balm is made of Raw Shea & Cocoa Butters for super moisturizing and hydration, Rosemary Essential Oil for anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties and Fragrance Free.  Just take a small amount and massage into your pets paws.  (I use it at night before they go to bed, it makes a huge difference)