On today's Natural Home with Jennifer, I'm reviewing three beauty products: Method body wash in Energy Boost, Alba Botanica shampoo and conditioner in Gardenia (frizz-free), and Burt's Bees facial cleansing towelettes.





As a V.I.P. member with Grove Collaborative** (see my note below about V.I.P.s), you frequently get full-sized gifts for free in your shipments. This Method body wash and loofah was a free gift in July. I chose the Energy Boost scent because I love citrus and sea buckthorn. This is a great body wash. I really enjoy using it and like the scent a lot. Here's the description from Method, including the description of all four scents:

"Turn your shower into the kind of escape you need right now. Whether you want pure peace, an energy boost, a deep detox or some simple nourishment, each naturally derived formula features a trio of nutrient-rich ingredients and a scent that’s sure to set the mood. No parabens. No phthalates. No bad vibes.

Pure Peace is scented with peony, rose water and pink sea salt to soothe your soul and leave your skin oh so soft!

Deep Detox will help you unwind and deeply cleanse with the power of cucumber, seaweed and green tea.

Energy Boost will leave your skin feeling soft and invigorated every morning with citrus, ginger and sea buckhorn.

Simply Nourish with coconut, rice milk and shea butter to bring you this moisture packed body wash that will heal dry skin."

A two-pack for the Method Energy Boost body wash is sold on Amazon, but it is way overpriced there at $39.00 for the two (!). On Grove it sells for $7.99 a bottle.



My daughters and I have been using this Alba Botanica shampoo and conditioner in Gardenia. Gardenia wouldn't have been my first scent choice, but this duo is frizz-free, and that is one of my big concerns. I find this shampoo and conditioner to be very gentle and effective. Here is the description from Alba Botanica:

"Shampoo: For a sleek, smooth style, take a permanent vacation from the harsh sulfates and heavy silicones in ordinary shampoos. Instead, discover Alba Botanica® So Smooth Gardenia Shampoo, a veritable silk infusion of gentle botanical cleansers and calming extracts. Gardenia extract and soy protein gently nourish the hair cuticle so even unruly hair becomes beautifully sleek and polished but never flat. Destination smooth.

Conditioner: For a sleek, smooth style, take a permanent vacation from the harsh sulfates and flattening, heavy silicones in ordinary conditioners. Instead, discover Alba Botanica® So Smooth Gardenia Conditioner, featuring botanical treats to weightlessly smooth your tresses. Gardenia extract, soy protein, and light tropical oils protect against humidity for all-day frizz control that gives a sleek, polished look with no oil residue. Destination smooth."

I purchased the shampoo and conditioner from Grove as a set for $16.95, but I have also seen this in many other places, such as Target, Bed, Bath & Beyond, as well as CVS. You can also find it on Amazon as a 2-pack for the shampoo, and a 2-pack for the conditioner.



The Burt's Bees facial cleansing towelettes cleanse away dirt, oil, and makeup. I like the thick cloths and find them effective in removing my makeup. When I first used them, I noticed my skin was reddened after use, which made me worried that I would have a reaction to the cloths. I continued to use them, however, and it wasn't an issue. Do you use these cloths? I would love to know if you had the same experience.

I like the facial cleansing towelettes because they are:
99.1% natural towelettes
Phthalates & petrolatum free
Dermatologist & ophthalmologist tested

I purchased my towelettes on Grove for $5.99. I have seen these at CVS pharmacy and they are also available on Amazon as a 3-pack for $14.99

As mentioned in today's video, for skincare, I am still using Belli Beauty, which is a natural skincare line for pregnant women that is approved by both OBGYNs and dermatologists. Healthy Glow Facial Hydrator, Pre-Treatment Scrub, Anti-blemish Cleansing Facial Wash, Belli acne control spot treatment. After the pregnancy, I plan to go back to Pellu (formerly Nudu) natural skincare.

Be sure to watch today's video for expanded thoughts on all of these products.


Please note: next week, I'll be sharing Grove's September special, which includes the Mrs. Meyer's fall scents. If you are interested in Grove and would like to wait for that special, it will debut next week.

In the meantime, here is a link to Grove's August Special.

**(To be a V.I.P. with Grove, you pay $19.99 a year. This gives you free shipping and returns the whole year plus frequent and regular full-size gifts and early access to new products.)

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In today's Natural Home with Jennifer, I am highlighting a wonderful family business, Bend Soap Co.

Based in Bend, Oregon, this marvelous small business produces high-quality, 100% natural body products made from fresh goat milk (from their own goats!).





100% natural, their goat milk soap cleans and moisturizes beautifully. I love the soap! It's perfect for sensitive skin. Bend also created their soap to help their son who had eczema. The soap is very versatile (see Bend's description below). I was intrigued that the goat milk soap can be used as a shampoo, so I tried it last week. It cleans the hair very well. It certainly does not have the same texture as a traditional shampoo, but my hair and scalp felt very clean.

Here's what Bend has to say about their goat milk soap:
It’s Handcrafted: Not all goat milk soap is created equally! Here at Bend Soap Company, we only use fresh goat’s milk (from our very own goats!) and natural, non-GMO oils to make our soap from scratch. This makes it the very best!

It's 100% Natural: Your skin is your body’s largest organ and it needs certain nutrients to look great and perform at its best. Studies show approximately 60% of what you put on your skin is absorbed into your bloodstream which is why we only use all-natural ingredients — no dyes, harsh chemicals, parabens, alcohols, fillers, artificial fragrances, GMO ingredients, synthetic preservatives… No JUNK!

It’s Moisturizing: Whether you live in a dry climate or suffer from skin conditions like eczema or psoriasis, each bar of our goat milk soap cleanses and refreshes dry, damaged skin while also helping to maintain your skin’s natural moisture.

It’s Nourishing: Found naturally inside goat’s milk, alpha hydroxy acids slough away dead skins cells with ease, allowing the blend of rich oils added to our bars of goat milk soap to sink into your skin and nourish the new skin cells below. The end result is skin that looks and feels younger.

It’s a Multi-Use Product: One single bar of goat milk soap can safely and effectively be used as an all-natural replacement for body wash, face wash, shampoo, bubble bath, and shaving cream. Hop in the shower, lather up, and rinse away — it’s that easy! For maximum benefits, use in the shower alongside our sugar scrub and seal in the moisture with our goat milk lotion.




I requested the milk bath specifically to try from Bend. I love milk baths and always have. The shaved goat's milk soap that comprises this delightful milk bath is very moisturizing. The lavender scent is wonderful and natural.

Here's what Bend has to say about the milk bath:
Milk baths are great for your skin, but who has, or can afford raw, fresh, raw milk? Instead, draw yourself a relaxing bath using our milk bath — the milk bather’s economical choice that’s a relaxing treat for the body and senses!

Each container of our all-natural milk bath contains curls of our goat milk soap which quickly dissolve when added to a warm bath, turning the water a beautiful milky white color and infusing the tub with alpha hydroxy acids which are naturally found inside goat’s milk. As the curls of goat milk soap dissolve, the milk bath gets to work while you soak, releasing the delightful aroma and therapeutic qualities of essential oils and leaving your skin soft, supple, rejuvenated, and moisturized. The perfect self-care treat for both men and women, even just one soak in our all-natural milk bath will let your mind unwind while making your skin look and feel it’s best.

Our milk baths are perfect for adults and can also be used as an all-natural bubble bath replacement for the kids!



Molly from Bend Soap Co. mentioned that the honey grapefruit sugar scrub was one of her favorites. It is the nicest sugar scrub I've ever used. The high-quality sugar exfoliates the skin and the oils moisturize deeply. You do not need to wear a lotion after using the sugar scrub, as the moisture lasts all day.

Here's what Bend says about their sugar scrub:
It doesn’t matter if you’re a man or woman, when it comes to keeping your skin in tip-top shape, exfoliation isn’t something to skimp out on! Exfoliating the skin allows you to scrub away dead skin cell buildup on the body, revealing newer, younger looking skin. Here at Bend Soap Company, we handcraft each batch of our sugar scrub using a limited number of all-natural ingredients that work with your body.



The goat's milk lotion in the Island Coconut scent is absolutely delightful. The lotion is rich and moisturizing, not greasy. Here is part of the description from Bend Soap:

When we say “all-natural lotion,” we really mean it. No alcohols, dyes, parabens, phthalates, synthetic preservatives, artificial fragrances, GMO ingredients (including corn or soy oils), or other chemical components will ever be found in our lotions. It’s also 100% biodegradable, hypoallergenic, and gluten free.

Here’s what you WILL find inside our goat milk lotion: water, goat's milk, shea butter, rice bran oil, vegetable source natural emulsifying wax, palm stearic acid, aloe vera, vegetable glycerin, natural and organic scents, silver dihydrogen citrate, potassium sorbate, and citric acid (natural preservatives).


Thank you to Bend Soap Co. for sending me their wonderful products to review on Natural Home with Jennifer. They gave me a special discount code for Daily Connoisseur readers: Get 10% off your first order by entering the code DC10 at checkout.

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I'm not sure what I was thinking trying out a new deodorant the day I performed in my daughters' piano recital, but thankfully my story has a happy ending!



In today's Natural Home with Jennifer, I'm reviewing Schmidt's Lavender + Sage natural deodorant.

The lavender + sage has a wonderful, natural scent and truly smells like pure lavender. The deodorant is also:

Scented with essential oils; no artificial fragrance
Free of aluminum, propylene glycol, parabens & phthalates
Certified Vegan and Cruelty-free

The first day I tried the deodorant, I performed in my daughters' piano recital, playing a duet with my younger daughter. It was a hot day and thankfully the deodorant worked well under pressure.

I got to play a duet with my younger daughter at her piano recital today. So much fun. This is the type of thing you dream about as a parent! #seekoutthearts #dailyconnoisseur #ConnoisseurKids #pianorecital ❤️

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My daughter and I performing in her piano recital.

I hope you enjoy the review in today's video, along with our dress rehearsal piano performance.

You can find a two-pack of the deodorant on Amazon. I purchased the deodorant through Grove Collaborative where I get all of my natural cleaning and beauty products.

New customers to Grove can get a free Mrs. Meyers gift Set, which includes a Mrs. Meyer's dish soap, Mrs. Meyer's hand soap, and Mrs. Meyer''s Multi-Surface Spray + Free shipping with VIP Trial when you sign up with Grove Collaborative and spend $20. Existing members with Grove Collaborative can receive a free walnut scrubber sponge.

I hope you enjoyed today's Natural Home with Jennifer. Let us know what your favorite natural deodorant is in the comment section. If you have any requests for future reviews for this series, please leave them below. Have a wonderful weekend and I'll see you on Monday!


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