PRODUCT CATALOG spring 2011
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MY STORY After pursuing a degree in International Business and working in a “boring office environment,� I decided to follow my heart and complete a degree in Interior Design. I married my college love, had two beautiful daughters, and opened my own design business, GreenSpirational Interiors. Life should have been great, but I was struggling with chronic pain throughout my body. Years of mainstream practices failed me, so I sought alternative options. This holistic journey not only healed my pain, but also led me toward extensive research about toxicity and how it affects our health and the environment. Yoreganics is my reflection of the days of yore, long ago, when life was simple and cleaning was natural. My mission is to share what I have learned in order to encourage a happier, healthier and greener lifestyle - not just for my family and friends, but for you and yours.
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In the days of yore‌ life was simple cleaning was natural.
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MOTHER NATURE + CLOTHES
HEALTHY LAUNDRY
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STORY 2 SOOTHE ECZEMA & SENSITIVE SKIN 6 BENEFITS OF YOREGANICS 7 DANGERS OF TRADITIONAL PRODUCTS 9 YORE LAUNDRY SOAP NUTS What are soap nuts? 11 Soap nut laundry directions 12 Other soap nut uses & directions 13 Making soap nut liquid 14 Testimonials 16 STAIN REMOVER Pre-treat for fresh stains 18 BRIGHTENS & WHITENS Stubborn, set-in, stinks & stains 19 Before & after pictures 20 Directions 21 YORE BODY LIP BALM 23 SHAVING GEL 25 SOCIAL MEDIA 26 CONTACT 27
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SOOTHE ECZEMA + SENSITIVE SKIN
soap nuts | brightens & whitens | stain remover
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PERFECT FOR • • • • • • • • • • • •
Healthy laundry People, pets & planet Soft, hard and well water Avoiding dangerous chemicals Septic and grey water systems Eco-conscious individuals & families Military use - no optical brighteners Cloth diapers/pads - no residue build up Those with compromised immune systems Standard & High Efficiency washing machines Skin disorders like eczema, psoriasis, and allergies Those looking for gluten free, vegan and cruelty free
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D I O V A
L A N O I T I D S T TRA N E G E RS R E T D E S OF T E N
H IC FABR NE BLEAC RI O S L T H C E E H
S R E DRY
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AVOID
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TRADITIONAL DETERGENTS FABRIC SOFTENERS CHLORINE BLEACH
DRYER SHEETS
THEY CONTAIN
DANGEROUS INGREDIENTS
WHICH ARE DESTROYING OUR HEALTH INGREDIENTS LIKE Benzene, Chlorine, EDTA’s, Artificial dyes & fragrances, Phthalates, Optical Brighteners, 1,4 dioxane, Petrochemicals, LAS (anionic surfactants), Naphtha's, Benzyl acetate, Propylene glycol, Phenols, Phthalates, “Derived from” carcinogenic chemicals that look like they are natural from their labels, but their manufacturing process releases nasty and carcinogenic chemicals like 1,4 dioxane into the “natural” detergents and into the environment.!
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT Petrochemical smog, ozone depletion, emit dozens of toxic chemicals during manufacturing process which pollute the air, water, fish, animals, our food chain and our health. Increased amounts of petrochemicals used for creation of big, bulky, and heavy plastic jugs and the toxic detergents inside of them.
& ENVIRONMENT
HEALTH EFFECTS can vary from allergic reactions like headaches, nausea, dizziness, vomiting, rashes, skin disorders like eczema and psoriasis, asthma, endocrine disruptors, immune system disorders, lung inflammation and damage, damage to mucous membranes, heart, blood vessels, reproductive disorders, central nervous system (CNS) disorders, loss of muscle coordination; liver or kidney damage, irritate mucous membranes, impair respiratory function, cancer & even death.
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SOAP NUTS
are dried fruit berries that fall from the soapberry tree (Sapindus Mukorossi) found in the Himalayan Mountains of northern India and Nepal. Their outer shells contain saponin, which creates a natural soap when agitated in water use them in place of traditional detergents & fabric softeners. They effectively clean, soften and remove odors from your laundry - naturally! hypoallergenic | organic | fragrance free | biodegradable | vegan | gluten free | economical
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WHAT ARE SOAP NUTS? Soft, hard and well water Click here for short video Delicates: silk, wool and cashmere Military use: no optical brighteners Travel and camping: no heavy jugs to lug Septic and grey water systems: antimicrobial Healthy laundry: safe for people, pets & planet Cloth diapers/pads: remove odors without residue buildup Standard and high efficiency washing machines: low sudsing Skin conditions: eczema, psoriasis & allergies - they’re a fruit, not a nut!
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Laundry Personal care Jewelry cleaner Carpet shampoo cleaner Household - windows, DW
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INGREDIENTS:
Soap nuts - deseeded Sapindus Mukorossi. USDA certified organic by EcoCert France.
TESTIMONIAL - TODDLER WITH ECZEMA I went cold turkey on the chemicals for the laundry all at once and used only your products - Soap Nuts, Stain Remover, Brightens & Whitens). In less than 2 wks, my 20 month old had no eczema at all. His body was covered in red, unsightly bumps pretty much his whole life until 2 weeks ago! Michelle from Chicago, IL
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SOAP NUT
LAUNDRY DIRECTIONS PREPRE-TREAT STAINS with our STAIN REMOVER for fresh stains or BRIGHTENS & WHITENS for stubborn, set-in stinks & stains, or as a laundry enhancer.
WASHING MACHINES: Standard & HE high efficiency washing machines. HAND WASHING—see below. PLACE 5 SOAP NUTS (same for HE & std machines) in the small reusable wash bag provided, tie it closed, and toss it into the drum of your washing machine with your laundry. Works in cold, warm, hot water & w/all load sizes. Alternative option - Use Soap Nut Liquid vs. soap nuts. Add 1/4 cup concentrated soap nut liquid to wash for HE machines, 1/2 cup for standard machines. See pg on Making Soap Nut Liquid.
RINSE CYCLE: CYCLE Yes, your soap nuts stay in your machine for the entire time, including the rinse cycle - they add extra softness. Remember, soap nuts are low sudsing so your laundry is not going to be full of excessive artificial fragrances & dangerous chemicals like other detergents. You’ll be amazed with how clean & soft your clothes will be! If you are not comfortable with this, you can use the soap nut liquid.
REMOVE bag and set aside for your next load before placing clothes in dryer or line drying. Some customers like to place the soap nuts in something that is larger and easier to spot out of the washing machine - like a mesh delicates bag, an old long nylon or tube sock.
DRYER: If your wash bag of soap nuts accidentally gets tossed in the dryer - don't worry. They will not harm, stain or rewash your clothes. Don’t throw these soap nuts away. If they still have saponin/soap in them, use them again! REPLACE the soap nuts when they become thin and light tan/grayish in color. Still not sure? Place them in a jar with water and shake. If they still create suds, use them again. If not, toss in your compost or yard to biodegrade.
AVERAGES 5 loads for 5 soap nuts in small wash bag. It depends upon the type and temperature of water. Soft water yields more loads than hard; cold water yields more loads than hot. HARD AND WELL WATER: OPTIONAL STEP: To soften your water a little more, along with the benefits of a laundry enhancer, add Brightens & Whitens (B&W) to your load. Add 1 oz of dissolved B&W for HE machines and 2 oz for standard machines.
CLOTH DIAPERS: See pg on Soap Nut Uses for additional information. HAND WASHING: Great for delicates - like silk, wool and cashmere. Add soap nut liquid to wash basin with water & laundry. Then agitate for a few minutes and rinse with water. See Making Soap Nut Liquid pg.
SOAP NUT LIQUID - SEE Making Soap Nut Liquid
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SOAP NUT
USES & DIRECTIONS Soap nuts have been used for centuries as a natural cleaner. You can use the quick or concentrated liquid for any of these applications - just mix water with the soap nuts or soap nut liquid and voila… a chemical free & green clean! There are no “official” directions, so be creative and experiment to see what works best for you and your application. Healthy for people, pets and the planet!
DIRECTIONS: Mix appropriate amount of soap nuts or liquid per application. SEE Making Soap Nut Liquid pg. QUICK LIQUID: Add 1 soap nut per 2 cups of water (hot if possible), shake for a few minutes & you’re done. CONCENTRATED LIQUID RATIO: add approx 2 tsp for every gallon of water. (1/8 tsp per 1 cup or 8 oz.) FROZEN CUBES: fill ice cube trays or mini containers with soap nut liquid (2 Tbsp per cube) & freeze. JEWELRY- A sparkle without toxins! Make a quick liquid or use concentrated liquid (1/8 tsp concentrated) mixed with 2 cups of water. Let jewelry soak for a few minutes, then gently wash/scrub item and dry with cloth.
CARPET SHAMPOO CLEANER - Cleans, removes odors & leaves no residue! Stop using those nasty chemicals which leave a residue build up & attract more dirt! Pre-treat stains with our STAIN REMOVER. Add a wash bag of 3 soap nuts with the hot water into the container for your cleaner. Shake/agitate for a few minutes, turn machine on and wash. For concentrated liquid—add aprox 1 tsp per gallon of water. To boost the cleaning power, add 2 Tbsp of BRIGHTENS & WHITNES to the water (do not use B&W on silk or wool carpet)
CLOTH DIAPERS: Some prefer using the soap nut liquid vs. the soap nuts if they are concerned about having no soap in the rinse cycle. This will insure a completely clean water rinse. See pg on Making Soap Nut Liquid. The majority of cloth diaper users enjoy using the soap nuts direct. Do what works best for you!
GENERAL HOUSEHOLD- clean your fruits/veggies, windows, countertops, sinks & more! Add 1 soap nut to 8 oz spray bottle, shake, spray & wash! OR: mix 8 oz water with 1/8 tsp soap nut liquid.
DISHWASHER - Tie a wash bag of 5 soap nuts to dish rack or utensil tray (don’t block the wash arm). Make sure they are contained so they don’t get loose and clog up the DW. You can fill the rinse aid dispenser with vinegar as a natural rinse. NOTE: the soap nuts & vinegar will not remove dried/baked on food.. Before you add dishes to dishwasher, you can sprinkle them with baking soda & do a quick scrub. Liquid option: Add 2 Tbsp of concentrated soap nut liquid in dispenser.
CAR WASH - give your car a green clean - leaves no toxic run off water! Mix loose soap nuts or concentrated liquid with a pail of water and wash away!
LAUNDRY- Hand washing: use 1 tsp concentrated soap nut liquid for every gallon of water. Or use the Quick Liquid Option by shaking soap nuts in water & agitating clothes. Standard washing machine: 1/2 cup concentrated liquid. HE high efficiency: 1/4 cup into dispenser.
CAMPING - Don’t pollute campgrounds. Take memories, leave footprints (& biodegradable soap nuts)! Create soap nut liquid, quick or concentrated, for cleaning and bathing! Safe for people, pets & planet. Great in lakes when bathing!
SHAMPOO & WASH - people & pets. Will not lather like standard shampoos, however it cleans wonderfully! Keep out of eyes—it will sting like any natural soap! Mix 2 cups water with 1/8 tsp concentrated liquid and pour over hair/body.
AND MORE! - Share your special soap nut recipes and uses with us on Facebook, Twitter or YouTube!
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MAKING SOAP NUT
LIQUID HOW TO MAKE SOAP NUT LIQUID OR SOAP NUT “TEA” RATIO: 2:1 Use 2 soap nuts per 1 cup of water - hot if possible. STORAGE: Store in an airtight jar with lid in a cool, dry place or refrigerator. OR make frozen cubes. SHELF LIFE: 2-3 days in liquid form, as there are no preservatives. Frozen cubes—will last for a year. SCENTS/ANTIBACTERIAL: Add a couple drops of essential oils to add aromatherapy & antibacterial properties (depending upon the oil). Lavender, orange, lime & tea tree are some popular essential oils. Never use fragrance oils that are full of harmful chemicals and phthalates (hormone disruptors)
QUICK LIQUID SOAP - no boiling required (5 minutes) Place 4 soap nuts (inside a wash bag if you don’t want to strain the liquid) in a jar with 2 cups of hot water and let it soak for 5 minutes. Place lid on jar and shake the water with soap nuts for a few minutes to release more saponin/soap. Remove soap nuts from water. Optional step: add drops of essential oils to boost antibacterial and aromatherapy effects. This is the less concentrated version of the soap nut liquid, but it is very effective for jewelry, carpet shampoo cleaners, windows and mirrors, fruit wash.
CONCENTRATED LIQUID SOAP - boiling water (30-60 minutes) Place 8 soap nuts in 4 cups of water (use wash bag or nylon if you don’t want to strain the liquid soap from the soap nuts) , bring to a gentle boil for 10 minutes, and let simmer for aprox 30-60 minutes. Allow to cool, strain if necessary, and pour into an airtight jar or make frozen cubes*. Optional step: add drops of essential oils to boost antibacterial and aromatherapy effects. For a more concentrated soap, you can increase the amount of soap nuts to water ratio. This soap nut tea will be golden yellow in color. Make sure to store in a cool dry place. It will last between 2-3 days because there are no preservatives. *FREEZE the soap nut liquid into an ice cube tray or small containers so they will last for a year.
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TODDLER WITH ECZEMA
NO MORE STINKY BIKE SHORTS
I went cold turkey on the chemicals for the laundry all at once and used only your products—Soap nuts, Stain Remover, Brightens & Whitens.
My husband is an active cyclist and his biking shorts can stink something FIERCE. The other detergents just mask the smell with their fragrances.
In less than 2 weeks, my 20 month old had no eczema at all. His body was covered in red, unsightly bumps pretty much his whole life until 2 weeks ago!
I couldn't believe the soap nuts actually removed this nasty odor!
Michelle from Chicago, IL
Stacy from Plainfield, IL
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CLOTH DIAPERS I'm used to washing my clothing and diapers in "Free & Clear" or "Green" detergents because I thought that was the best you could buy - no fragrances, no dyes and I thought no other unnecessary chemicals! It turns out that many of these companies still use harsh chemicals and optical brighteners that are still harmful to my baby's delicate skin. Soap nuts remove odors and everything comes out fresh and clean. I will also mention that my diapers have extra absorbency since the chemical build up is gone! I have to say that I will NEVER go back to anything else for my diapers and our clothes since we've discovered soap nuts. They are AMAZING and I am hooked - wish I would've discovered them sooner! Jessica from Joliet, IL WWW.YOREGANICS.COM
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You will fall in love with the powerful results of our Stain Remover - made with Mother Nature’s purest organic botanicals. Safe for use on natural fibers and water safe surfaces. hypoallergenic | organic | non-toxic | enzyme free | gluten free | vegan | biodegradable
REMOVES STAINS LIKE •
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Blood
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Ketchup
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Green smoothies
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Soy sauce
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Mayonnaise
BRIGHTENS & WHITENS
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Food grease
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Potato chips
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Spaghetti sauce
for more stubborn stinks & stains like berries, juice, coffee, yellowed linens, grungy socks.
SIZES 0.41 oz Travel 8 oz Trigger Spray 64 oz Half Gallon Refill
INGREDIENTS Saponified oils of *organic coconut, olive and jojoba, *organic aloe vera, *organic blend of citrus essential oils, rosemary extract *MADE W/USDA CERTIFIED ORGANIC INGREDIENTS
TESTIMONIAL I
have used the Stain Remover on everything, but I made a tenderloin on the rotisserie for Christmas, and my white shirt got covered in blood. I didn't notice for a couple of days in the laundry. I sprayed it and put it directly in the machine, and it came out perfectly clean! Michelle from Chicago, IL
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Enjoy brilliant colors and crisp whites without the use of harmful chlorine bleach, phosphates, optical brighteners, petrochemicals, artificial fragrances, or 1,4 dioxane. Safely remove stubborn, set-in stinks and stains—great for clothes, cloth diapers, linens, carpets and more! Environmentally friendly. Safe with septic and grey water systems. chlorine free | color safe | enzyme free | fragrance free | gluten free | vegan | biodegradable
REMOVES STUBBORN, SETSET-IN STINKS & STAINS LIKE: • • • • • • • • • •
Sugar: jam, honey, syrup, chocolate Household: mold, mildew, yellowed linens Fruits: cherries, strawberries, apples, grapes Veggies: spinach, tomatoes, avocados, beets Make-up: mascara, lipstick, blush, foundation Drinks: coffee, tea, juice, wine, beer, soda, milk Picnic: ketchup, mustard, ice cream, grass, chips Workin’ hard: sweaty armpit stains, grungy socks Office: ink, sweat, tears & vomit—depends on job! Kid & pet accidents: blood, urine, diaper waste, vomit
*For greasy stains (salad dressings, mayo, food grease like burgers, potato chips etc), it is best to use our STAIN REMOVER first, then BRIGHTENS & WHTIENS to maximize results.
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3 oz sample 1.5 lb bag 3 lb bag
- Pre-soak - Laundry Enhancer -Restore absorbency to cloth diapers & towels - Remove residue build up from other detergents -Carpet shampoo cleaner w/soap nuts as the soap!
INGREDIENTS Sodium percarbonate (solid hydrogen peroxide) & soda ash.
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BRIGHTENS & WHITENS
DIRECTIONS MEASURING INFO: 2 Tbsp = 1 oz PRE SOAK DISSOLVE* 1 to 5 oz powder per gallon of warm/hot water in a separate pail, laundry tub or standard washing machine. Strength of solution and length of soak time depends on how soiled the items are. SOAK TIME: 30 min. up to 6 hrs (most dramatic results). Repeat if necessary. Follow with complete wash cycle. If you have a HE (high efficiency) machine, you may choose a Pre-Soak button on your machine, but it will only add aprox 20-40 minutes of soak time. Otherwise, you can choose to soak your items in a separate laundry tub or pail for a longer period of time.
REMOVE RESIDUE BUILD UP - CLOTH DIAPERS, TOWELS & MORE! Soaps & chemical detergents build up and leave a residue in the fibers of your laundry over time. Remove this residue build up naturally. REMOVING RESIDUE BUILD UP - PRE SOAK ITEMS WHEN: (use instructions above) • Switching over from another detergent to a natural, chemical free wash like Yoreganics Soap Nuts • Towels or Cloth Diapers lose their absorbency & when cloth diapers have an ammonia smell. • Maintaining bright, fresh smelling & absorbent cloth diapers before issues arise (every month). LAUNDRY ENHANCER: For standard machines, add 1 to 3 oz powder to dissolve in warm/hot water. Once dissolved, add laundry. If using cold water, make sure to dissolve powder in a jar of 16 oz of warm/hot water and then pour into the tub of cold water. However, it will not be as effective in cold water. For HE machines, use 1/2 oz to 1 oz powder per load. Dissolve it into a jar of 16 oz of warm/hot water, then pour into the liquid bleach dispenser in your machine. Or if your HE machine has an external powdered bleach dispenser, you may add it there. You may want to contact the maker of your machine to see what they suggest for powdered bleach. *DISSOLVE powder completely in warm/hot water (over 60 degrees) in order to activate the powder for the most effective results. DO NOT: Do not use on silk, wool or leather. Do not mix with chlorine bleach or acid products. Do not leave solution (mix of water & B&W) in closed container as it may leak/burst due to oxygenation. CARPET CLEANER DIRECTIONS ADD 1 TBSP powder to warm/hot water (to dissolve) into the plastic tank of the machine. Mix this solution with your carpet soap* (we recommend soap nuts of course, see below! Don't mix with chlorine bleach or acidic cleaners ) *We HIGHLY recommend using soap nuts as your natural carpet wash. Traditional carpet soap is full of harmful chemicals & artificial fragrances which leave a residue build up—thus attracting more dirt. See Soap Nut Uses & Directions. PRECAUTIONS: Contact with skin and eyes may cause irritation. In case of contact, flush with water and call physician. Harmful if swallowed. If swallowed, do not induce vomiting. Drink lots of water and immediately contact physician. CONTAINS: Sodium percarbonate (solid version of hydrogen peroxide) & sodium carbonate (soda ash).
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YORE INGREDENTS inspired by mother nature
Your lips will be hooked on SIMPLEMINT... the moisturizing & spearmint tingle of our USDA certified organic lip balm.
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SLS PEG’s Lanolin Sulfates Parabens Petroleum Phthalates Mineral oil Artificial dyes Phenoxyethanol Propylene glycol Synthetic fragrances
GLUTEN FREE SIZE 0.15oz/4.25g INGREDIENTS Organic palm oil, organic beeswax, organic extra virgin olive oil, organic essential oil of peppermint, organic hemp seed oil, organic essential oil of spearmint, vitamin E (non GMO). *Certified organic by Oregon Tilth
TESTIMONIAL I adore your lip balm... it is the right amount of minty. It works great! Vilate from Del Norte, CO
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INDULGE
in shaving with pure and moisturizing ingredients from Mother Nature. Our special blend of organic essential oils will leave the most sensitive skin feeling silky, soft and nourished for the entire day!
FOR MEN & WOMEN
| GLUTEN FREE
| VEGAN
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SLS PEG’s Lanolin Alcohol Sulfates Triclosan Parabens Isobutane Petroleum Phthalates Mineral oil Artificial dyes Phenoxyethanol Propylene glycol Synthetic fragrances
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Lush Lavender Sunny Orange
8 oz 64 oz refill
INGREDIENTS Saponified *organic oils of coconut, olive and jojoba, *organic guar gum, *organic essential oils of (lavender or orange), essential oils of lemon, *organic aloe vera, rosemary extract.
*MADE WITH USDA CERTIFIED ORGANIC INGREDIENTS
TESTIMONIAL I just love the Shaving Gel— your skin feels so smooth after using it. My hubby even uses it and he hasn't been able to use any other shaving creams or gels before without a reaction. I haven't tried a product you make that I don't love!!! ERICA from Joliet, IL
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CONTACT Kimberly Mendes info@yoreganics.com
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