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Weleda Calendula Baby Care #Giveaway

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Note: The following giveaway is open to Canadians only.

I don’t think there’s a single person out there who doesn’t believe that natural is better.

(Unless you work for the petroleum industry, of course, in which case – rock on with those chemicals, dude – just keep them away from me… and my skin.)

This post is rather timely: although Toronto has been spared from much of Old Man Winter’s wrath, the weather network is calling for about 10cm of the white stuff tomorrow (insert sad face). And while snow really looks pretty from a window when you’re snuggled by the fireplace, outside, the elements can wreak havoc on your skin.

Dry, cracked skin. Brittle nails. Chapped lips. Flaky, red patches. Oh my!

Of course, if our skin is vulnerable to frigid weather, imagine what it can do to the soft, sensitive skin of a baby! Thank goodness we have access to high quality products which nourish and protect, including Weleda’s Calendula Baby Care. I’ve had a chance to dabble in a few of the products, which include all-natural ingredients that are compatible with the skin’s natural lipid layer, helping to maintain the skin’s protective barrier and prevent skin from reacting. In short, let’s just say that I. Am. Impressed.

But fist, why Calendula?

“Calendula is known for aiding the healing process of small wounds, red, inflamed skin and skin infections. As a natural antiseptic, calendula is renowned for soothing irritated skin. The flowers blossom under warm sunlight. This vitality is captured in our formulas, wrapping your little one in a layer of warmth and protection.”

(Trust me, this isn’t just any old calendula. The medicinal plant is grown biodynamically in the Weleda’s own gardens in Schwäbisch Gmünd, Germany! So let’s just say they have a handle on the quality of the ingredients.)

I’ve been using Weleda’s NEW Calendula Weather Protection Cream for the last few days, and I’m quite loving everything about the formula. The 100% natural product shields skin from the damage caused by exposure to outdoor elements such as wind, cold and rain, and since it contains pure beeswax, it protects skin while allowing it to breathe, unlike products which contain petroleum-based ingredients like mineral oils.

As you can see below, the consistency of the cream is unlike thick, goopy products – it’s more like honey (without the stickiness) and applies very easily to the skin. However, once you start to rub it in, you’ll notice that it firms up almost immediately, providing a strong layer of protection on your skin with almost no greasy after-feel. It’s this barrier that keeps the elements out – and the moisture in.

Before our last outing, I tried the product on my husband’s cheeks and nose, Ryder’s hands and my lips – that’s where we tend to get the driest in cold, winter air. I’m happy to say that we noticed a perceptible difference in the look and feel of our skin upon returning indoors – and as a bonus, the redness around my husband’s cheeks seemed to clear up almost instantly! I would not hesitate to add this product to our roster of go-to remedies this season.

Calendula Weather Protection Cream is completely water-free, long-lasting and dermatologically tested for use on sensitive skin. It is free of synthetic fragrances, colours, preservatives and raw materials derived from mineral oil.

For more information, please visit Weleda online.

WIN IT!!!

One lucky Listen to Lena reader will win the ENTIRE line of Calendula Baby Care, valued at $130! Includes Calendula Weather Protection Cream, Calendula Shampoo and Body Wash, Calendula Oil, Calendula Lotion, Calendula Diaper Care, Calendula Cream Bath, Calendula Face Cream and Calendula Soap!
To enter, simply leave a comment on this post telling us why you’d like to win this gift set. (FYI: it makes a wonderful baby shower gift, and is simply a must-have to pamper and protect the skin of your own little ones!)

You can also qualify for extra entries! Remember, you must leave a separate comment for each. You can:

(1) Add Listen to Lena on Google Plus
(2) “Like” Listen to Lena on Facebook
(3) Follow Listen to Lena on Twitter
(4) “Like” Weleda on Facebook
(5) Follow Weleda on Twitter
(6) Share the Giveaway on your Facebook Profile or Page
(7) Tweet daily about this giveaway; Please use this Weleda Giveaway Tweet.

I’ll draw for a winner on March 23, 2012. Good luck everybody!

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Comments

  1. I would be thrilled to win this set! My youngest is due in July and I have a 2 year old and a 4 year old that get dirty more than I can keep them clean! To have the product available to switch them now and still have some left for baby would be awesome and appreciated big time here!

  15. I would LOVE to win this! My 5 month old is having a really tough time with her skin right now… dry and red ALL OVER! Her dr prescribed her a cream with hydro cortosone and I’m really not crazy about putting that on her skin but am because it is so bad and I want to get it under control. This would definitely help!!

  18. I would LOVE this! I love Weleda products because they are the most natural and safe products out there (I use their wild rose deoderant)! What better products are out there to use on my little one? Since she just got a rash with Burt’s Bees using their body wash, I’d love to try Weleda’s!

  27. I would love to win this set as I am expecting my second child (another boy) in June and would love to try out Weleda products!

  34. Great giveaway! I love Weleda and the diaper cream is AMAZING!! I follow you in Google reader (I’m actually not sure what google plus is – haha).

  38. I have 3 friends due in August, and this would be a great set to break up and make 3 baskets as baby gifts.

  52. there is always a new baby in our family and most of us have sensitive skin so these products would be perfect for us

    thanks

    nancyrobster at gmail dot com

  60. I’d love to win this for my 9 month old baby plus I’d like to try this line myself. It sounds incredible!

  69. I would love to win this to use on my 18 month old daughter
    thanks
    flower_child_23(at)hotmail(dot)com

  78. what a great giveaway! i would love to win these products for my two little ones, 3 months and two years, to care for and protect their delicate baby skin in a natural, sensitive, safe way! thank you!

  99. I would love to win this for my niece. She has really dry skin and it’s tough to find a product that will work well.

  104. I`d love to win it for my little one. We use Weleda products and LOVE them. Would like to try them all out!

  146. I would love to win this for my niece/goddaughter – she had real senstive skin and it’s hard to find anything that helps her.

  165. My daughter has very sensitive skin and often gets rashes so I like to try different sensitive products for her.

  198. I’d love to win this because we just moved with our baby to Calgary from Ontario, and the lack of humidity here is doing a number on our family’s skin!

  228. I would love to win so I can spoil my skin. I have a massage oil with calendula in it and I love the smell.

  264. My family would all use these products if I win. (umm, maybe just me and my daughter, but that’s ok)

  301. I would love to win,I would keep some for myself,and keep some for a baby shower.
    ksceviour at hotmail dot com

  309. I would like to win this because I have a god daughter on the way and this brand is great:)

  369. Would love to win this, my skin is so dry from the weather and from my meds, my hands are actually cracking from being so dry, ouch

  436. I’m constantly looking for natural products to try and recommend, and this Weleda line looks fantastic! Also, my sister has a young child, and these products would make a great gift.

  502. I would love to win this since I have such dry skin. Not just in the winter, but all year round!

  510. One of my best friends is due in April…this would make a fabulous baby gift for a special person

  618. I forgot about the mandatory entry… oops

    I would like to win this for my baby who is due in July and also for my son.

  619. I would love to win this to help with my baby girl’s sensitive skin, so I can keep those chubby little cheeks of hers oh-so-kissable!