The Maine Event
I’ve written a lot about natural care brands over the last few months, as part of an ongoing commitment to showcase good-for-you beauty and body lines alongside more commercial brands. Today’s featured company however, is a happy mix of the two. If you’ve perused the aisles at the likes of Shopper’s Drug Mart or even a big box grocery store, you may have spotted a Tom’s of Maine product here or there. Their products earn tons of gold stars for being good in just about every way possible – from eco-friendly packaging and sustainable processes to no animal testing, no artificial ingredients, and full disclosure on what each and every piece of their products contains, plus a commitment to giving back with time & financial contributions…I mean, you can’t get much better. Anyway all of this to say, Tom’s of Maine? You’ve earned a thumbs up from me. And for today’s post, I’m highlighting a few Father’s Day-friendly picks from the brand that would work great together when packed into a dopp kit for those weekend getaways and summer holidays.
*Note: All prices are based on online retailers where I tracked these products down and may not reflect in-store prices.
Natural Toothpaste – $7.50 @ SpaBoutiqueA funny thing about your regular toothpaste – it’s actually sorta kinda loaded with sweeteners. If you want a pure, refreshing, and equally effective way to keep those teeth shining, natural toothpaste is the way to go. As fair warning, you’ll be pretty shocked with the first brush at how different it ‘tastes’ from what you’re used to – tell dad to mix it with a little bit of his regular toothpaste at first until he gets used to the au natural flavour. For the record, while I’ve highlighted the Whole Care multi-action product above, Tom’s makes tons of toothpastes for various needs – including sensitive teeth and gums, whitening, and even kid-friendly flavours.
Beauty Bars – $4.29 each @ Well.caOkay, so I recognize these are called ‘beauty bars’ and thus might turn off a less-secure male…but if you get your guy to try out some of Tom’s of Maine’s other products, I guarantee he won’t be able to resist expanding his body care horizons with one of these super natural and soothing bars of soap. Available in two subtle scents plus an unscented formulation for sensitive skin, you can either take this into the shower with you or go old school and replace those alcohol-ridden pump soaps you wash your hands with. Bar soap is way more eco-friendly, especially when it’s natural. I like the idea of giving dad a little manly man spa package – why not tuck a bar of soap and a new razor into a plush robe? Or, consider the Beauty Bars as great stocking stuffers come Christmas.
Men’s Long Lasting Deodorant Stick – $10.50 @ SpaBoutiqueIt’s a well-known fact that the aluminum found in your average deodorant is very likely hazardous to your health in the long run. Although natural deodorant has gotten a bad rap in the past for under-performing in ‘heated’ situations, Tom’s of Maine promises 24 hours of wetness and odor protections – sans cancer-causing aluminum. After a half-dozen successful varieties for women, the brand recently expanded their lineup with a fresh ‘Mountain Spring’ formulation for men. If you’re buying dad a gym membership or upgrading his sports bag, toss a stick of natural deodorant as gentle encouragement to swap out for natural products.
Cleansing Mouthwash – $10.29 @ Well.caI don’t know if guys are more prone to halitosis or what, but mouthwash definitely seems to be a guy’s domain. But here’s the deal with most mouthwash brands – they’ve got alcohol (which can actually dry out your mouth, causing more bacteria to populate) and they’re often not suitable for folks that are gluten-free (seriously). While these might seem like small crosses to bear for something you swish around in your mouth for 60 seconds, consider that repeated use and folks with a serious gluten issue may be scrambling for something a little safer and smarter. Enter Tom’s of Maine’s super powerful mouthwash: free from alcohol and packed with mouth-neutering baking soda for a tingly freshness that lasts.
As you can see from the above, Tom’s of Maine is available at both Well.ca and SpaBoutique.ca, however like I also said, you can find it at most major grocery and drugstores, particularly those with a well-stocked natural care section. Finally if you’re eager to get your paws on some Tom’s of Maine goodies, I’ve got a gift basket valued at over $100 to give away! Here’s how to enter:
1) Leave a comment by June 20th with the Tom’s of Maine product you’re most eager to try.
2) Entries are limited to one per person / per email address / per household (or more if you score bonus entries). A random draw will be conducted on or around June 21st to select the winners, who will have 48 hours to respond before another winner is chosen in their place.
3) Entries are limited to Canadians that have reached the age of majority in their province.
4) Bonus Entries: Join the 400,000 and counting folks that love Tom’s of Maine on Facebook and leave a comment professing why you dig ’em. Then come back here, leave a comment below with a link back to your FB comment and / or your FB username to earn a bonus entry.
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I am most interested in the Natural Toothpaste and the men’s deorderant. Thanks… and good morning 🙂
like them on facebook and left a comment. Doreen lamoureux
The Cleansing Mouthwash seems refreshing!
I’m most interested in the Beauty Bars especially the Relaxing scent. I’ve already tried their toothpastes – the ones without fluoride and I like them a lot as well.
Thanks.
I’m interested in their natural Toothpaste!
I would like to try the Relaxing beauty bar with the Lavender scent in it.
I would like the Men’s Long Lasting Deodorant Stick – $10.50
I’m most eager to try the Wicked Fresh! mouthwash so my mouth can always be kissably fresh. You never know!
Thanks for the heads-up on Tom’s of Maine – I had never heard of them before. I will certainly check out the Beauty Bars for sensitive skin.
I’d really like to try their Sensitive beauty bars. I had no idea they did a range of body products (I knew about the tooth stuff), so this is a nice surprise.
I would like to try the Cleansing Mouthwash
We are already using Tom’s of Maine toothpaste for sensitive teeth. It seems to be more effective than all the other sensitive toothpastes out there. So we’re definitely sold on the product. What I wasn’t aware of was that they also make products other than toothpaste. Who knew. I’d love to try their soap as we all have very sensitive skin in my house.
Liked & commented on Facebook
I would love to try the Relaxing Beauty Bars – $4.29 each @ Well.caOkay
My teeth are very sensitive and I would love to try the toothpaste!
https://www.facebook.com/TomsofMaine?fref=ts
I’ve heard of Tom’s products before, but have never had the chance to try them out. I’d like to try the cleansing mouthwash mostly though.
I am interested in trying the toothpaste
I have a hyper sensative mouth So the mouth wash would be great to try
I’d like to try the Wicked Cool!â„¢ Anticavity Toothpaste for kids. We’ve tried the strawberry version before & the grandkids like it.
I would like to try their Botanically Bright toothpaste.
I would love to try the natural toothpaste.
I am most eager to try the beauty bars. I love anything that smells great!
I’d like to try the Wicked Cool!™ Anticavity Toothpaste for kids. My son is very picky about toothpaste that would be great to try
https://www.facebook.com/TomsofMaine?fref=ts
I posted in the comments as Carrie Butler…. can’t find any other URL address….
The cleansing mouthwash sounds great.
I would like to try the Mouthwash for my husband.
would love to try the Natural Toothpaste, thanks
We would love to try the toothpaste and mouthwash to aid our overall oral health.
Cleansing Mouthwash sounds good, always wondering what preservativres I’m guzzling
I would love to try the beauty bars.
i’d like to try the toothpaste from Tom’s
I would love to try the lavender beauty bar
Cleansing Mouthwash I would love to try because I am a fan of all natural products and have not found one I like the taste of yet andI am a fan of them on FB too!
most interested in beauty bars love the toothpaste and deo
https://www.facebook.com/TomsofMaine?hc_location=timeline
Excited to try the Spearmint Fluoride-Free Antiplaque & Whitening Gel Toothpaste
Botanically Bright toothpaste
Cleansing Mouthwash
I am most interested in the Natural Toothpaste
I’m most interested in trying the Cleansing Mouthwash.
I’m interested in trying the relaxing beauty bar.
love their products https://www.facebook.com/TomsofMaine/posts/10151488469019372
The sensitive body bars 🙂
I’d like to try the mouthwash!
your toothpaste is always in my travel kit….refreshes especially when away on business
I’m most eager to try the Naturally Clean Toothbrush
I’d like to try the natural toothpaste
I’d like to try the mouthwash!
I really would love to try the toothpaste.I have trouble finding a good toothpaste that doesn’t make my teeth sensitive because of the whitening.
I’d like to try the Toms of Maine Natural Toothpaste. I avoid floride so this may be a good choice for me.
the toothpaste sounds interesting
My regular tooth paste is Toms.
I want to try the mouthwash
I would love to try the Naturally Dry Antiperspirant
I would like to try the Unscented Naturally Dry Antiperspirant.
would love to try mouthwash.
I’d love to try the beauty bars
I’d like to try the Cleansing Mouthwash. I camp in Maine every summer, so this basket would be very cool to bring along.
I would like to try the Naturally Clean Toothbrush – Soft.
I most eager to try the Botanically Bright Peppermint toothpaste
I’d like to try the Unscented Naturally Dry Antiperspirant.
I commented on Tom’s of Maine Facebook page as Donna Lee.
All the products intrigue me but if I had to choose the Natural Toothpaste.
A natural deodorant that actually works would interest me most!
Would like to try Tom’s Beauty bars. I have been using the toothpaste for over 20 years when it was only available in health food stores and the others don’t compare and taste way too sweet (because they are sweetened)
I would like to try the beauty bars
karenthaeter@hotmail.com
I’d like to try the SLS free Botanically Bright Peppermint Toothpaste.
Liked Tom’s on Facebook as Angela Mitchell and left message:
https://www.facebook.com/TomsofMaine?fref=ts#!/TomsofMaine/posts/10151489639084372
I am most excited to try the relaxing beauty bars.
Cleansing Mouthwash.
I really want to try the Cleansing Mouthwash!
Commented on FB!
I would love to try The Wicked Fresh Flouride Toothpaste. http://www.tomsofmainestore.com/product/11399
I’d like to try the beauty bars.
The sensitive unscented beauty bar.
https://www.facebook.com/TomsofMaine/posts/10151490020704372 I liked and commented on their page.
im eager to try the Tom’s of Maine Cleansing Mouthwash
The soup is of interest to me. But it’s all good stuff. I’m going to post this contest on a CANADIAN CONTEST site… put it with a hundred other contests for Canadians.
Natural Toothpaste 🙂
Natural toothpaste is difficult to find so I would like to try this and I liked their fb page and left a comment. fb name Annie Demill
I am very interested in trying the deodorant. I have been wanting to switch to an aluminum free one
I like Tom’s on facebook.. here is my comment on their page
The Lavender scented relaxing beauty bar
I would love to try the mouthwash.
the beauty bars look good
I would like to try the cleansing mouthwash, I find mouthwashes with alcohol burn my mouth.
I would like to try the Cleansing Mouthwash. I hate the taste of the ones I use. Maybe this one tastes good.
I would like to try the daily moisture bar.
All the Tom’s products sounds great but I would most like to try the natural toothpaste.
I liked Tom’s of Maine on Facebook and commented https://www.facebook.com/TomsofMaine,
Interested in the Cleansing Mouthwash – I heard that some of the Crest products turn your gums black so interested in trying a healthier option.
Commented on the facebook page – https://www.facebook.com/TomsofMaine/posts/10151492991809372
I’ve used the Tom’s of Maine toothpaste before and it is really good. Especially the anise flavour if you like black licorice. I am eager to try the mouth wash.
I would like to try the personal care essentials combo pack
I am most eager to try the sensitive beauty bar.
I’d like to try the long lasting deodorant
I like the Cleansing Mouthwash
I’d get the long lasting men’s clean confidence deodorant
I’d love to try the soap for sensitive skin
I would love to try their daily moisture soap bar.
toms relaxing beauty bar
The Tom’s of Maine product I’m most eager to try is their Men’s Long Lasting Deodorant Stick. Always looking for an alternative against standard sticks containing aluminum
Tom’s beauty bars i would love to try
Everyone at work says the bars of soap… errr…. Beauty Bars are great.
I love Tom’s! I’d most like to try the Cleansing Mouthwash. Funny, because I had actually just been considering buying that, and here it is.
http://www.tomsofmainestore.com/category/bodycare/beautybars/relaxing Relaxing Bar 2
I am most eager to try their toothpaste.
The Cleansing Mouthwash is what I would try first
I’m most interested in the beauty bars.
The mouthwash is interesting because it is alcohol free and it won’t dry out your mouth. That’s my pick8) Nice and fresh yum.