MJ's Herbals was a true delight to do a product review for! Product reviews are not always easy and can sometimes take a bit of time especially when it comes to skin care products. You usually don't see results immediately but with a few of MJ's Herbals, I did! For the rest of this Certified Organic Collection, they created a lifelong customer in a matter of weeks!
When I find a product line that, "WOW's ME", it's my pleasure and professional duty to share it with everyone I can so you may also benefit from what ever it is they have to offer.
I received the following five products for review and can honestly say, "They are AMAZING"!
Breast Balm
First Aid Salve
CLAIM - Arnica is the most remarkable and universally accepted herb for bruises, overworked sore muscles, tendon injuries and sprains. Arnica quickly brings relief, promotes circulation and hastens the disappearance of discoloration from bruising. Clove oil helps relieve pain.
MY FINDINGS - As an Esthetician, my body is in uncomfortable positions for long periods at a time during body waxing, facials and well, ALL THE TIME while I'm at work. My neck has knots in it as old as my college student and I am guilty of taking care of others but not myself when it comes to receiving massages regularly. I used the Arnica Salve on my neck until the bottle was EMPTY! This was over a period of 4 weeks mind you. The scent is very pleasant (spa like), unlike most over the counter muscle relief products that smell like Grandpa. How can a little smidge of salve chase away my muscle pain? The Arnica Salve over delivered and now I'm hooked! NOTE TO SELF: Order more! Also, I did have a few minor bruises on my body that I have no idea where they came from ~ or so I claim : ] I rubbed on a small amount of Arnica just to see what would happen. Usually my bruises turn yellow a couple of days before they vanish but with Arnica, they seemed to just "fade" instead. I experienced no yellow stage.
CLAIM - Breast Balm, This special formula helps women consciously care for their breasts. It strengthens breast tissue, activates the immune and lymphatic systems, softens scars over time and empowers women to be involved in the nurturing of their bodies.
MY FINDINGS - I had a breast reduction in 2002 and it was one of the BEST things I ever did for myself! Going from freakishly HUGE to a full C was a dream come true. I really haven't thought about using anything to maintain the firmness of my breast tissue, until now. I really enjoyed using the Breast Balm (giggling) because it smells wonderful with a hint of lavender and it was fun applying (more giggling). As women, we know very well if we don't take care for our bodies, no one else will! Being proactive with our body care is crucial to look and feel good. If I spend 30 minutes every morning on my skin care, what's another minute to rub on some Breast Balm? I'd be silly not to. MJ's Herbal Breast Balm gave my breast a tingling sensation upon application and over a three week period, my breasts seemed more even toned, prettier, if I may say so. I love this product and believe every woman will enjoy it's addicting benefits as well!
CLAIM - Calendula Salve is an exceptionally effective remedy for inflamed skin, slow healing wounds, skin ulcers, and irritations. Although Calendula is strong in action, it is gentle on the skin and ideal for baby skin care needs. Feel the power of these beautiful golden blossoms!
MY FINDINGS - Though I did not have any slow healing wounds, skin ulcers or baby's bottoms to put MJ's Calendula Salve to the test, I did however apply it to the ball of my right foot in hopes for some relief. I had several fractures in that area a few years back and the injury still haunts me now and again (no thanks to my 5 inch heels). I applied MJ's Calendula Salve to my achy foot and the aroma alone made me feel better but after a couple hours had past, I noticed the throbbing sensation had subsided. Usually when I get these "hauntings", they last almost all day! Good thing it's not too often but when they come, I'll be ready with MJ's Calendula Salve!
CLAIM - First Aid, This potent and powerful blend of antiseptic antibacterial and wound healing herbs speeds healing and helps prevent infection in cuts, scrapes, cracked lips, burns and rashes.
MY FINDINGS - First Aid really is a first aid kit in a one ounce jar! I used this for cuts on the tips of my fingers, my 9 year daughter's dry lips, a razor cut in a delicate area (new razor and crunched for time = disaster), and my feet! After seeing what this salve did for dry skin, cracks and cuts, I decided to use it on my feet before I went to bed. I was amazed to remove my socks in the a.m. and find almost new skin on my tootsies! I like to wear sexy shoes that expose my feet and toes so I'm pretty good about maintaining them BUT after using First Aid on my feet, my skin was silky smooth like a baby's behind!
Winter is almost over here in Michigan and my 9 year old had a slight crack in her lip on a Thursday. I had her apply First Aid twice a day and it was gone by Monday morning. As parents, we all know how difficult it can be for our child's chapped lips to heal. They get so close to healing and then, BAM, ripped open again but only bigger or deeper with a spot of blood to remind you that it's back! First Aid is a multitasking salve that has more potential than it claims. I'm impressed and so was my daughter. And no unnecessary ingredients like most lip balms!
CLAIM - Lavender E Salve is one of the most widely used and dearly loved flowers in skincare & Aromatherapy. It is a specific for healing burns and relieving headaches, stress and anxiety. Lavender also helps heal cuts, scrapes, rashes, irritation and blemishes. Vitamin E aids in tissue repair and helps reduce scaring.
MY FINDINGS - First off, this was MY FAVORITE product of MJ's!!! Arnica came in at a very close second! The Lavender E Salve worked miracles for many of my random headaches I get at least twice a week. I'm a very busy person and that is not a complaint. I enjoy staying busy and making a difference when and where ever I can! My schedule is tight sometimes and I get stressed and that causes me to avoid food. When I feel overwhelmed or "stressed" I lose my appetite even if my stomach is growling loud enough for someone three feet away to hear it. Sadly, this is just apart of my life and I'm happy to report there is no underlying health condition. I simply function better when I'm busy but busy leads to stress at times and the common headache. Now I have a little jar of Lavender E Salve that I apply to my temples and wait for a tiny miracle. I actually didn't think it would work since it was the first of MJ's products I tried. I wasn't a believer, . . . Y E T ! For me, this is better than popping pills. My ex-husband would get mad at me because I would refuse to take anything for my headaches. I would always wait to see if the headache would subside on it's own before I would break down to swallow some pill that had countless ingredients in it that I couldn't pronounce, in addition to not knowing how those ingredients will effect my body years from now. No thanks!
Overall, MJ's Herbals are the real deal when it comes to finding healthier ways to help our bodies heal and grow old without putting foreign, possibly harmful ingrediants into them. I believe in these products so much, I am placing a direct link to MJ's website right here on SkinJunkie Blog so you may experience on your own, just how AMAZING they are.
To read more about the history and see the Beautiful woman behind MJ's Herbals click HERE and you will be on her home page. Simply click on the "about us" tab to see MJ and read her intriguing story, a true lover of life and nature.
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