January 12, 2010

Skin MD Natural Shielding Lotion Review & Giveaway [CLOSED]

A representative from Skin MD Natural contacted me and asked if I would review their Shielding Lotion.  According to their website, the lotion acts as a barrier between the skin and harmful toxins.  In addition to protecting your skin, the barrier keeps moisture and oils locked inside, preventing and alleviating dryness.  They claim their product is safe to use on your face as it will not clog pores, is hypoallergenic, contains no parabens, and is fragrance free.  And last, but not least, they are a cruelty free company.  I said, "Bring it on!" - and it was been brough-en!



What piqued my interest is the fact the lotion is sometimes used to treat serious skin conditions, such as eczema and psoriasis.  Below are some before and after photographs of a gentleman who suffered from eczema for about eight years.  He used the Skin MD Natural Shielding Lotion for approximately three years and saw fantastic results.

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[photo courtesy of: www.skinmdnatural.com]


[photo courtesy of: www.skinmdnatural.com]

As you can see, it really transformed his skin!

Although I am not afflicted with eczema or psoriasis, I do have extremely dry skin.  My hands are especially parched.  I am the world's biggest germ-phobe and wash them a million times a day.  (I was actually on the cover of 'The World's Biggest Germ-Phobe Who Washes Her Hands a Million Times a Day' magazine.  Ha ha ha!)  My skin occasionally cracks from the constant cleansing, which is awful because cracks allow bacteria to enter the skin.  I might be 27, but my dry and wrinkled hands look 87.  LOL!  I was definitely curious to see if the Skin MD Natural Shielding Lotion could soothe and heal my mitts.

So, I have been using this product for a little over a week on my hands and body.  Here are my pros and cons:

PROS:
  • has a very faint, pleasant scent that dissipates immediately after application
  • absorbs quickly and isn't the slightest bit greasy
  • makes your skin feel smooth
  • gives you the sensation that you are wearing a glove over your skin (I guess they meant it when they said the lotion would serve as a protective barrier!)
  • great for sensitive skin
CONS:
  • has a very faint, pleasant scent that dissipates immediately after application 
    (Yes, I listed this as a pro, but that's because I like scented lotion.  Remember, the product is advertised as being fragrance free.)
  • not the most moisturizing lotion I've ever used; I still have to use traditional lotion in conjunction with it
  • I didn't see any significant changes in regards to my hands
  • the price: $18.00 for a 4 oz. bottle, $25.00 for a 4 oz. bottle with SPF 15
 If you work in a field where you work a lot with your hands, have chronic dry spots, or worry about chemicals in make-up penetrating your skin, this may be a good product for you to try.  (Please check with your primary care physician or dermatologist if you have a serious skin ailment before trying this lotion!)

Skin MD Natural was kind enough to offer one of my awesome followers a full size bottle to try out

GIVEAWAY DETAILS:
  • You must be a follower of my blog. 
  • You must leave a comment on this post.  You can say something as simple as "enter me".  "Kate Gene is the bomb.com!" also works.  ;)
  • If you are under the age of 18, please get permission from your parent or guardian before entering.
  • This giveaway is open to international readers.
  • One winner will be selected using randomizer.org.
  • The deadline is February 1st, 12:00 A. M. PST.
  • I always respond to every comment I receive, but for the giveaway, I'm gonna keep my responses to myself.  It'll make counting the entries much easier!

    Good luck!

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    P. S.  My 100 Follower Giveaway information will be posted later this week!

    Disclaimer: The lotion was sent to me by Skin MD Naturals in exchange for a review.  I am not affiliated with them, nor am I being paid to endorse their product.  My views are not influenced by anything other than my personal experience.  Please use this product at your own discretion.

    41 comments:

    Anonymous said...

    Love the review xoxo

    Sarah said...

    Wow this stuff looks fab!!! :)

    Anonymous said...

    Enter me, please! Lovely post! :) Have a great day!

    nee said...

    yowza! that foot looks bad! my bf has eczema on his hands but it's no were as severe as that! but hey woman, enter me in the draw so I can win my bf some! hahehe

    btw, I had no idea you live in Washington! yowza!! I better keep my distance since you kinda have stalker mentality!! HAHAHAA

    luv ya!

    Zara said...

    hey love.loving ur blog.. im now following u! :)
    'enter me'
    lots of love
    zara
    xx

    Bombchell said...

    lol babe your the bomb.com lol, I want!!!

    ps to share the contest, you can just copy what I wrote on my blog, or download the banner then add it to your blog. hope that helped, wow cant believe the contest ends tomorrow night.

    Miss P said...

    Hey hun! Enter me please! I have a little one that has had eczema so I may have to check this lotion out. It better work if you're paying $25 a bottle!! Sheesh! Is it safe for children?

    Great review doll!

    .riahlistic. said...

    Please enter me. I'm so intrigued!! I could already picture myself running after hubby and "massaging" his ubberly dry feet. HAHAHA

    Oh thank you so much for the comment you left on my page!! =) I'm always thinking that people might think I'm the biggest DORK for putting that up!!

    P.s. Kate Gene is the bomb.com!! haha

    Beauty-holic-4life said...

    hmmmmm please enter me! the picture with the guy intrigued me, if it was able to lighten his problem area this lotion should help lighten some of my scars on my legs

    noone said...

    oooh awesome post! I want to be entered! :D and yeah Taylor Momsen is total jail bait material, her and Selina Gomaz! hehe

    Melissa said...

    Enter me PLEASE! I just started following you and I'm loving it!

    Me said...

    Wow, those pics look so nasty yet incredible. Please enter me! =D
    Thanks so much for doing this giveaway, so sweet of you!!

    Dominique said...

    Enter me :) ! Considering the dryness of your hands...have you tried sleeping with vaseline on your hands with gloves ? I know it sounds gross, but the very next morning you will feel a huge difference !

    Hollywood said...

    WOW I feel bad for him lol

    ENTER ME sweety <3

    diamndprncss said...

    enter me!

    diamndprncss said...

    i should try this on my keratosis pilaris!

    HRH COLLECTION said...

    It's a given that Kate Gene is the bomb.com!!! And of course i'm a follower! Great review....looks like its a miracle product!!!

    Sharlene said...

    oh my gosh! i was like i hope thats not katie's poor leg lol


    i would love to be entered i already am a LOYAL follower!

    I nominated you for an award on my blog=)


    <33

    Jen said...

    enter me please! love your blog, girl!

    Cristina. said...

    u have a cute blog! i followed too! too bad the lil follow box was right next too the nasty foot pic. ew LOL

    Mimilainna said...

    WHOA! That picture was scary! Very cute blog, Bombchell told me about it!

    kathy55439 said...

    Sounds Great....

    kakihara said...

    Wow! Scary picture!!! but I still want too win!! Happy New Year to you and may your hands find the nourishment you desire.
    kakihararocks@gmail.com

    Deborah said...

    Please enter me. Kate Gene is the bomb!

    J-ezzy said...

    Enter me, doll! I'm an idiot and blogged about it too, lol

    Kate Gene is da bomb.com!

    How was that?! rofl...I have no originality whatsoever!

    ~Lisa said...

    Thanks for the review!

    Enter me please!
    Katie Gene is the bomb! ;)

    I blogged too:
    http://xmaterialgirlsx.blogspot.com/2009/09/giveaways.html

    xmaterialgirlsx@hotmail.com

    Celia said...

    Enter me. And even if I don't win I still gotta check this out... I got eczema but not that damn severe haha.

    Oh and those randomizer site are shit. When I would do my contests - it always ran to the same number patterns even if I clicked them several times. just to let you know.

    Crystal said...

    enter me! katie gene is the bomb!

    Unknown said...

    enetr me!
    tnx

    Christy said...

    awesome! i have eczema and i hope this product actually works.

    thanks!

    Unknown said...

    Enter me please! =D

    aninhax[@]gmail[.]com

    Wacky Jacky & Silly Willy said...

    Enter please. My rock fingers would appreciate it greatly.

    Zoe said...

    enter me , enter me as well ^^ thank you ^^

    Zoe
    zoe_yhan@hotmail.com

    the post above, really....a bit of tat photo (the leg) but the product sounds vry useful ^^haha

    Thanks,
    Zoe

    AnnaYJia said...

    enter me pls sweetie ^^

    YJia
    danny_light2003@yahoo.com

    btw , I love ur review ^^
    wish me luck !

    Jeck said...

    Enter me!! Please!!!

    ladys0ul said...

    Just recently stumbled onto your blog and saw your giveaway. I've been seeing so many great reviews about this product so enter me too! :)

    anonimous beauty said...

    i just stumbled upon your blog and i would like to enter enter! i am loving your posts - so funny. thanks kate! haha do i get brownie points? you can check out my blog if you'd like =)

    <3 anonimous b

    Melina said...

    Please enter me :)
    thank you so much! your reviews are amazinggggg. without it, i woldn't know what to buy. thanksss ^_^

    AllyChai said...

    Hi.
    I'm a follower
    Enter Me ;D
    I got permission from parents.
    ally.allychai@hotmail.com
    I also post your giveaway here !
    http://giveallaways.blogspot.com/2010/01/kategene-giveaway-dateline-feb-12010-to.html

    Marianna said...

    I follow your blog - thanks for the chance. Would love to try this stuff on my son who has eczema!
    mannasweeps (at)))) gmaildotcom

    Patrícia Xará said...

    Hi!
    Enter me please!
    :)

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