Salt

admin — Sat, 14 Mar 2009 10:46:00 +0000

I had no idea that there was so much you could do with salt. I perceived it as a cooking standard; something for foot soaks, a symbol of hospitality—a traditional Russian welcome is the presentation of salt and bread—there's the well used phrase “salt of the earth,” salt in wounds, sowing the earth with salt; there is a structure made of salt (a hotel in Bolivia) and it's also the title of an acclaimed novel by Earl Lovelace, one of the few books that my long-standing women's book group did not finish at all; usually, at least half the attendees have actually read the book in its entirety. At least I didn’t select Salt and the academic who did admitted that she didn’t finish it. (Our current selection is a biography of Victoria Woodhull. Fun.)

The salt products available at Solay Wellness bring NaCl into service for every aspect of being: salt lamps, salt jewelry, cooking salt, dog cookies, plant food, pillows, shampoo, face masks, and tooth powder. Apparently Hippocrates advocated salt inhalation, and instead of boiling seawater, a pipe for salt-breathing is offered. While I did not have the opportunity to test the negative ion flow that the lamps purport to offer, the cleanser and mud masks are definitely superior. My pores shrank and glowed after a minimal period under the dense olive clay.

The green tea and salt shampoo suds most exuberantly, and rinses well, without a sticky after-coat. As for the cooking salt, my hypertension dictates that I avoid it entirely, and I will pass it along to the chef at the Elevate Difference test kitchens, code name 'Cookie'. Or should it be 'Salty'? Something to consider as I take a long soak in a salt bath—the copy of the Lovelace book has been located. On my 'to read' list along with Jean Toomer's Cane. Maybe that means I need to get a sugar scrub.

Written by: Erika Mikkalo, March 14th 2009

Shea Butter Gift Set

admin — Mon, 21 May 2007 18:22:00 +0000

By Prairieland Herbs

Packaged in a cute bag, this little gift set arrived smelling great! After a long week at work, a few hours pampering were needed, and this set delivered a great scent and relaxation. Better than the scent is the feeling of soft and smooth skin that comes after a bath using the Botanical Bath Salts, a product that left this woman feeling great. Best of all, this is an all-natural product made from homegrown herbs and natural oils—no preservatives, synthetics or byproducts.

A spa experience in a bag, I started out running my bath with the Botanical Bath Salts. The tiny beads melt quickly into the water, leaving a relaxing bath that ended only when the water grew cold! The Patchouli and Orange Soap left a clean aroma on my body. It has a slightly gritty feel, exfoliating as it cleans and refreshes. The smell of this soap outweighs any that I have purchased in the past, each time I enter my bathroom I can vaguely smell patchouli, and I am loving it! Also of note, these products did not leave a ring around my tub!

I ended my experience by applying the Lavender Body Balm and, after a deep sigh, found myself ready to fall asleep relaxed and smelling great! The balm is thick and powerful, which left me feeling a bit greasy, but put moisture in my skin that was needed after a harsh winter in the Northeast.

The mother and daughter team that have dreamed up these wonderful products is to be commended. They have created a product that is useful, natural and feminine without compromising quality. They have reasonable prices and fast shipping! I highly recommend visiting their site today and finding out more about these great products—and more!

Written by: Angie Dobson, May 21st 2007

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Salt

Shea Butter Gift Set