May 18th & 19th – Wine in the Woods – Symphony Woods/Merriweather Post
Pavilion – Columbia, MD – Sat. 11am – 6pm Sun. 11am – 5pm

May 25th & 26th – Linganore Caribbean Festival – Linganore Winery
Mt. Airy, MD – 12pm – 6pm

June 1st & 2nd – Great Grapes Wine & Food Festival – Oregon Ridge Park
Hunt Valley, MD – 12pm – 6pm

Feb 8th -10th – 14th Annual Delray Beach Garlic Festival – E. Atlantic Ave & N. Swinton
Ave. – Old School Square – Fri 4pm-11pm, Sat 11am-11pm, Sun 11am-8pm

Feb 16th thru 18th – St. Stephen’s Art Festival – McFarland Rd.
Coconut Grove, (Miami) FL Sat – Mon 9:30am – 6pm

Feb 23rd & 24th – 4th Annual Villages Craft Festival
Lake Sumter Landing – The Villages, FL 10am – 5pm

March 2nd – Sat. Morning Market – 1st Ave S & 1st St .S. St. Pete, Fl – 9am – 2pm

March 9th & 10th – 17th Annual Lauderdale by the Sea Craft Festival
N. Ocean Dr. Lauderdale By The Sea – 10am – 5pm

March 16th & 17th – 9th Annual Coral Springs Festival of the Arts
@ The Walk – N. University Drive, Coral Springs, FL – 10am – 5pm

March 30th & 31st – 17th Annual Villages Easter Weekend Craft Festival
Brownwood Paddock Square – The Villages, FL 10am – 5pm

April 5th thru 7th – 50th Annual Delray Affair – Atlantic Ave – Between 6th & 7th St.
(In front of the Shack @ 632 East Atlantic Ave.)
Downtown Delray Beach, FL – Fri & Sat 10am-6pm Sun 10am – 5pm
Booth Space #AA659

Approximately 60%…..From Our Skin Care Products!

Children’s bodies absorb 40-50% more than adults.

LIST OF INGREDIENTS TO AVOID

FOUND IN SKIN CARE PRODUCTS

Parabens (Methyl, Butyl, Ethyl, Propyl): Used as preservatives. Used in deodorants & other skin care products. Found in breast cancer tumors; may contribute to sterility in males, hormone imbalance in females & early puberty.

FD&C Color & Pigments: Synthetic colors from coal tar contain heavy metal salts that deposit toxins in skin, causing skin sensitivity/irritation. Absorption can cause depletion of oxygen and death. Animal studies show almost all are carcinogenic.

Dioxin: Won’t appear in list of ingredients. Often in antibacterial ingredients like Sodium Laureth Sulfate. Dioxin causes cancer, reduced immunity, nervous system disorders, miscarriages and birth deformity.

Phthalates: Found in many products, usually not listed on labels. Health effects include damage to liver/kidneys, birth defects, decreased sperm counts and early breast development in girls & boys.

Benzoyl Peroxide: Used in Acne Products, the MSDS states: Possible tumor promoter. May act as mutagen, produces DNA damage in human and other mammalian cells. Also, toxic by inhalation.

Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) & Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES): You’ll most probably come across this in commercial shampoos, body washes, and toothpastes. SLS is actually an industrial chemical designed to create foam. The manufacturing process of this chemical can contaminate products with 1,4 dioxane; a bi-product that has carcinogenic and immune system suppressing actions.

Please read all labels!

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LAVENDER – Research shows Lavender lowers heart rate and blood pressure! Abike Natural has a full line of natural products infused with Lavender and wonderful Lavender essential oil which can be used directly on the skin or mixed with your favorite products.

Scalp condition? Try this:
1) Wet Hair. 2) Mix 15 drops Abike Lavender essential oil, 2 tablespoons olive or almond oil. 3) Close container, heat under Hot Water until warm. 4) Massage into scalp. 5) Put shower cap on & let set for 1 hour. 6) Shampoo. Repeat as needed. Not only will this help a scalp condition but it will also RELAX you with the wonderful aroma of Lavender!

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WHY MASSAGE?

Studies have found massage helpful for: Stress relief; Managing Anxiety and Depression; Pain Stiffness; Blood Pressure control; Infant growth; Sports-related injuries; and Boosting Immunity. A professional massage too intimidating? Or too costly? Don’t Miss Out!

Abike Natural online provides a full range of products that can be used to help rejuvenate your body and soul in the comfort of your home. Whether you massage yourself with an Abike Scrub in the shower, Abike Shea Butter, or use a dab of Abike Lavender Essential Oil on your temples….Relaxation is just a few clicks away! Lavender infused or Unscented…take your choice!

RELAX! BREATHE DEEPLY!

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HONEY (PLEASE!)

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In the past, we have shared recipes made from ACV. This week, we want to help you go Green—as environmentally safe! Here is a great natural conditioner for your hair.

Many of you have complimented me on my healthy locs – thank you very much! Here’s a healthy tip from me to you!

Wash locs with Liquid Alata Body Wash or Alata Black Soap – both are great shampoos for your hair! One of my secrets is to rinse my hair with ACV after shampooing. Squeeze as much water as you can from your locs. Next, soak your hair in ACV from your roots to the end of each loc for about 10-15 minutes. Cover locs with a plastic cap and wrap with a warm towel. Rinse thoroughly with warm water to remove to any build-up. Try this once a month to keep your locs healthy, clean, shiny, and manageable. The ACV rinse is great for all types of hair and adds softness and sheen.

PLEASE, even with ACV, patch test a small area on your scalp to check for allergic reactions.

Keep your locs and hair looking good with Loc Hydration – a natural blend of Abike Shea Butter, black seed, other rich oils and ingredients that stimulate hair growth and keep your hair strong and hydrated. Also, use it to twist and lock hair—available in two sizes.

In the meantime, use Abike Natural healthy products for all of your skin and hair care needs.

Remember, our products have no lye, no dye, and no chemicals!

Stay tuned for more healthy hints and tips on going Green!

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Today we are sharing some ways to make the transition from summer vacation to school a little easier. We know that after a summer of sleeping in or doing things leisurely, the alarm bell announcing that first day of school can be a rude awakening. Abike Natural offers these tips to make the back to school experience easier.

Check-Ups and Immunizations – Make sure your student completes his or her physical and eye exams before school starts. Students participating in sports activities may require a doctor’s release form to participate.

Generally, schools require that your student’s immunization shots are up-to-date. Remember, every state has different immunization requirements.

Ask your healthcare provider any questions or share concerns about the vaccines your student may require. Most schools will require documentation of immunization records and keep your own copies of these records.

Failure to do so could prevent your student from attending school.

Financial Assistance for Families – Several programs and resources are available to ease the financial burden of going back to school, including low cost meals and affordable health insurance.

Find out if you qualify for the National School Lunch Program or free or low-cost health coverage.

Homework Help – Homework is beneficial for students as it improves memory and comprehension, develops study skills, and teaches them how to manage time. Provide a quiet, well-lit place for your student to do homework.

Learn how to help your students with homework and succeed in school. If they have problems, ask your school about tutors who may assist them.

Shopping for School Supplies – Some states offer a “sales tax holiday” for a few days each year, it’s happening right now in Maryland. Certain products are not taxed during this period.

If your state offers a sales tax holiday or moratorium, you might be able to save money on clothes, shoes, and other supplies. Check to see if your state participates in sales tax holidays.

Plan Healthy Breakfasts and Lunches – As you prepare to send students back to school, remember that nutrition is an important factor in academic performance. Students who start their day with a healthful, balanced breakfast tend to manage their weight and eat less throughout the day.

A healthy lunch makes your student more alert throughout the school day resulting in higher grades than those who have an unhealthy diet.

In the meantime, use Abike Natural healthy products on student’s skin and hair.

Remember, our products have no lye, no dye, and no chemicals.

Just as you feed healthy food and thoughts to your students, make sure they are using healthy products on their skin and hair. Reminder – What you put on your body is the same as eating it! 

The foot is a very complex piece of anatomy consisting of 27 bones held together by tendons, ligaments, and muscle. Because the foot has joints that are flexible, they succumb to a lot of pressure and abuse. Improper care can lead to considerable discomfort.

Moreover, our feet are our foundation. They have the burden of bearing our body weight throughout our lives, yet they are usually the most neglected part of the body. To relieve this undue strain, it is very important to give our feet the care and attention they deserve.

Everyone wants his or her feet to look good, feel good, and smell good. No one wants smelly feet with dry cracked heels, bunions, calluses, or fugly (fungal infected) toenails. Here is the Abike Natural solution to healthy Footcare:

• Wash your feet every day and ideally bathe them.
• Bathe your feet in warm (not hot) water and be certain to check water temperature first with your wrists, not your feet. An added benefit is to soak your feet for about 10 minutes before bathing — your feet will love your for it!
• Carefully wash your feet with Alata Soap – available in bar, soft soap or liquid.
• Give special attention between and under your toes.
• Clean underneath your toenails carefully. Tip: I keep a soft bristle toothbrush handy just for my toenails.
• Gently pat your feet dry and be certain to dry between each toe. Remaining moisture left on your feet can cause odor or allow bacteria and fungi to thrive.
• After washing, apply Abike Foot Butter which heals athlete’s feet and has skin-hydrating lubricants and emollients to help keep your feet soft and free from calluses and cracks.

Between footbaths be sure to exfoliate calloused or rough skin with Abike Natural Foot Scrub. Our Foot Scrub is a blend of Dead Sea Salts, Mineral Salts, and Walnut Husks along with eucalyptus, lavender, tea tree, rosemary, peppermint a touch of menthol and sweet almond oil. Just two treatments a week helps to remove dead skin and keeps your feet soft and supple. Follow up daily with our Foot Butter.

Abike Natural foot care contains Shea Butter, Eucalyptus, Lavender, Tea Tree, Rosemary, Peppermint, a touch of Menthol and Sweet Almond Oil. Shea Butter, a moisturizer and emollient, richly hydrates and protects your feet. Eucalyptus has potent antibacterial, antifungal, and antimicrobial properties against a wide range of microorganisms that grow in moist, dark environments. It also penetrates deep into the skin to enhance circulation by promoting the delivery of oxygen and essential nutrients to the skin’s deepest layers. Lavender, Tea Tree and Peppermint Oils ease aches and pains and have antibacterial and astringent properties while deodorizing smelly feet. Rosemary Oil has antifungal and antibacterial properties that make it effective for athlete’s foot. Menthol soothes and invigorates tired feet and Sweet Almond Oil softens and soothes dry feet.

Remember to care for your feet regularly. Note: Never use strong antiseptic soaps, perfumed skin lotions, or chemicals (such as iodine or corn, callus, or wart removers) on
your feet.

For your safety and that of your loved ones, Abike Natural products contain no lye, no dye, and no chemicals!

Remember to pamper your feet as much as possible, to keep your feet looking healthy and feeling great. They support you in all that you do – won’t you support them too!

Just a reminder– Abike Natural uses only healthy and natural ingredients.

Last week I helped a friend move into a new house. My assigned task was to pack bathroom items. You know I can’t help myself and before I knew it, I was reading the labels of the skin and body care products…

… and there they were — things that I could not pronounce. It was almost like déjà vu! Being the curious me, I wrote some of the chemicals down to look them up. These were just a few of the unhealthy things that I found on the labels.

Benzaldehyde – often found in perfume, cologne, hairspray, laundry bleach, deodorants, detergent, Vaseline lotion, shaving cream, shampoo, bar soap and, dishwasher detergent – just to name a few. This puppy is a narcotic, sensitizer, sometimes used as a local anesthetic!
Benzaldehyde irritates the mouth, throat, eyes, skin, lungs and GI tract, causes nausea, abdominal pain and here’s the kicker — may cause kidney damage.

Linalool – found in perfume, cologne, bar soap, shampoo, hand lotion, nail polish remover, hairspray, laundry detergent, dishwashing liquid, Vaseline lotion, air fresheners, bleach powder, fabric softener, shaving cream, after shave, and solid deodorant!

Another narcotic known to cause respiratory disturbances and in some cases may lead to death! Did I mention that it could also cause central nervous system disorder? Wow!

Benzyl acetate – check your perfume, cologne, shampoo, fabric softener, stick up air freshener, dishwashing liquid and detergent, soap, hairspray, bleach, after shave and deodorant for this killer! A known carcinogenic – that has been linked to pancreatic cancer—probably the most
deadly of cancers.

This chemical can be absorbed through the skin and can affect the entire body.

It is very important to be hyper-vigilant and check the products found in some so-called organic products as well.

This was a health conscious person. Are you sure that organic cosmetics are healthier than the conventional varieties? Not always the case. When shopping for organic cosmetics there are specific ingredients that should not be on the label. Keep an eye out for these unhealthy items,
because I found them, too:

Grapefruit Seed Extract – it derives its antimicrobial properties not from grapefruit seed, but from toxic chemicals, primarily benzethonium chloride, and to a lesser extent from triclosan and parabens.

Cocamidopropyl Betaine – toxic to the immune system and can cause dermatitis and other allergic reactions.

Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein – generally, if see you see something that is hydrolyzed it might contain a hidden source of MSG! Yes, the same stuff that you avoid in your food! This is easily absorbed into your bloodstream after coming in contact with your skin.

Look out for PEG! Studies have shown that any ingredient containing PEG in its name may be contaminated with 1, 4-dixoane – a chemical known to cause cancer! Again, keep an eye out for these chemicals, they are common and found in so many products in the home and in general.

Again, these hazardous chemicals are legally used in personal care products. They keep manufacturers profitable and are readily available. Remember, manufactures care about their convenience and profit, NOT about your health. Protect yourself. Learn the truth about these harmful chemicals and choose products made with safer ingredients.

Be Safe and Use Abike Natural Hair Care Products!

Again, we use not lye, no dye, and no chemicals! Just pure and natural ingredients!

Try our Loc Love Hair Oil to strengthen and moisturize hair and scalp. A natural blend of Shea butter, black seed, and other rich oils, including Lavender & Rosemary that stimulates hair growth.

Our Loc Hydration is a natural blend of Abike Shea Butter, black seed and other rich oils and ingredients to stimulate hair growth and keep your hair strong and hydrated. Also, use it to twist and lock hair.

Try Unscented and Loc Love (Lavender & Rosemary).

Available in two sizes.