WIN Salonpas® Lidocaine Plus Pain Relieving Cream and Liquid

February 9, 2018 by 74 Comments

Have you heard of the new, cost-effective solution for pain management? This new, over the counter treatment awaits aching sufferers with the introduction of the Salonpas® Lidocaine Plus Pain Relieving Cream and the Salonpas® Lidocaine Plus Pain Relieving Liquid.

 

“Hisamitsu’s goal is to provide strong, safe, long-lasting pain relief through the use of affordable topical medicines,” says John Incledon, President  & CEO, Hisamitsu America based in Florham Park, New Jersey.  “We do this by concentrating and specializing in creating new research-driven medicinal products and formulations based on topical drug delivery systems. We developed the Salonpas® Lidocaine Plus Pain Relieving Cream and theLidocaine Plus Pain Relieving Liquid with two powerful anesthetics: 4% lidocaine which is the maximum strength lidocaine allowable without a prescription and 10% benzyl alcohol which is fast-acting.”

“Hisamitsu, the manufacturer of the Salonpas products, sent over samples of the new unscented Salonpas® Lidocaine Plus cream and liquid productsthat are now available in retail outlets,” said Dr. Bob Arnot, award-winning broadcast journalist, author and paddleboard champion.   “I like that I can easily apply Lidocaine Plus Pain Relieving Liquid, with its roller ball applicator, after a paddleboard session without any sticky feeling.  The Lidocaine Plus Pain Relieving Cream helps address my ‘tennis elbow’ and general pain management issues.  Both products include the maximum strength lidocaine available without a prescription along with Benzyl Alcohol which works quickly to desensitize aggravated nerves.”

 

“Lidocaine is a highly effective pain reliever with unique non-narcotic and non-addictive properties that make it a safer alternative to the range of systemic pain options, which can have serious side effects,” adds Dr. Arnot.  “Prescription lidocaine patches are only indicated for post herpetic neuralgia, also called shingles pain and is classified as an orphan drug.  Studies have shown that a high number of lidocaine prescriptions were used for conditions other than post herpetic neuralgia. Medicare and many insurance companies are no longer providing coverage for off-label use of lidocaine so the availability of affordable OTC lidocaine products is very positive for pain sufferers.”

Hisamitsu America is the US division of Hisamitsu Pharmaceutical Co., Inc., founded in 1847, which has specialized in patch technology since the introduction of its Salonpas line of patches in 1934. Salonpas®, which gained early acceptance in Japan and now sells in over 50 countries, has pioneered the development of topical patches to relieve everyday aches and pains. Today, the Salonpas® Pain Relief Patch is the first and only FDA-approved OTC pain patch.

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ScotsFestival at the Queen Mary Giveaway!

January 25, 2018 by 4 Comments

Kilts are not required, but are encouraged… Comment and Enter Below

The 25th ScotsFestival is taking place at the Queen Mary in Long Beach California this February 17-18 from 9am-6pm and we are giving away 4 General Admission Passes for opening day! Food, fun, and family activities are all on the agenda with live music, dancers, and the Scottish Highland Games. If your only connection to Scotland is Braveheart than this is the perfect opportunity to get an authentic feel for the culture and the history.

So what are the Scottish Highland Games? They consist of some activities you might be familiar with and others that might sound strange. Putting the Shot is similar to what we do in track and field today, but then the Scotts start throwing the interesting stuff. The Caber Toss – a large pole, The Hammer Throw – an actual sledgehammer, The Sheaf Toss – throwing a burlap bag of straw with a pitchfork. Who doesn’t want to check that out?

After watching the athletics you might want to put yourself to the test. ScotsFestival comes complete with a sixty-foot obstacle course FEAT OF STRENGTH. No joke. You can see where you stand after competing against your peers and rising to the challenge. I am for sure going to give it a try! For the little ones there is a whole section of kids activities to enjoy so everyone can get involved in the games.

There is plenty to see and hear with piping competitions, drums, dancing, and at night the Greyfriar’s Pub for live entertainment and a few cold pints. The athletic displays are more than just those involving pitchforks and sledgehammers. The dancers are there to compete as well with the Highland Fling, the Sword Dance, and the Scottish Lilt.

Food and other venders fill the rows of the Scottish Market offering traditional wares and tasty treats for visitors. You can take home your very own kilt or other authentic garb so when you come back again next year you are ready to rock it. Find out more at the Queen Mary site – Queenmary.com or on Social Media – Facebook – Twitter – Instagram

So one more time – Enter here to win 4 General Admission Tickets for Saturday February 17th to the Queen Mary’s ScotsFestival in Long Beach California. Be sure you are close enough to travel to the Queen Mary before you enter!  Giveaway ends February 13th.

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Really Tall Man? Try TallOrder.com (And Enter to WIN! )

January 24, 2018 by 74 Comments

 

Got a really tall guy on your shopping list? TallOrder.com isan online fashion brand that caters to the big and tall market, provides socks for men with big feet, shoe sizes 12-20. It’s a category that has been severely underserviced – until now. Family, friends and significant others with tall men in their lives can gift them with an accessory that helps them express their personal style.

 These socks are soft and comfortable to wear, as well. Long enough to cover as much as you would want to, and fun themes and patterns to choose from. A portion of your purchases will also go to “Tuesday’s Children”, a nonprofit organization that helps children after traumatic events.

A little bit about the founders;

“Standing at 6’11” and 6’9”, twin entrepreneurs from Long Island, Mike and Dan Friedman, have been reaching new heights all their lives. Growing up, the brothers stood out for their size and were commonly referred to as the “Twin Towers.” Sadly, this nickname would take on a much different meaning when they were 11 years old and lost their father, Andrew Friedman, in the World Trade Center attacks.

The Friedmans were overwhelmed by the unwavering support and kindness they received from their community and several amazing charities, including “Tuesday’s Children,” an organization that played a vital role in their lives after 9/11 and supports youth, families, and communities impacted by terrorism and traumatic loss. While caring for the families of nearly 3,000 victims of 9/11 was truly a “Tall Order,” people went out of their way to show The Friedmans their love and generosity.

In this spirit and by recognizing a niche in the men’s market, Mike and Dan created TallOrder.com to offer their fellow “Tall-Stars” stylish socks for large-sized feet, while also giving back to “Tuesday’s Children,” an organization that has deeply impacted their lives. Ten percent of TallOrder.com’s profits will be donated to “Tuesday’s Children.”

You can view the entire collection here.

Customers who purchase Tall Order socks are also giving back – proceeds from TallOrder.com are donated to Tuesday’s Children, a nonprofit that offered support to co-founders Mike and Dan Friedman after losing their father on 9/11.

You can also enter to win here- feel free to enter using the RC form below.  Ends Feb. 8, 2018. Good luck.

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Win New Book- The Greatest Brick Builds: Amazing Creations in LEGO

January 11, 2018 by 70 Comments
LEGO bricks have been used for decades by children and adults to create dazzling and playful buildings, vehicles, and unique works of art. In The Greatest Brick Builds: Amazing Creations in LEGO  ( available in hardcover $19.99), these jaw-dropping creations are presented in full color, with close-up photos, scale representations, historical commentary on the structures, and details on how each model was constructed using LEGO bricks. Included in this collection are the Golden Gate, the USS Missouri, and the Great Sphinx of Giza, as well as other iconic structures created by LEGO crafters from around the world.
A perfect  gift for LEGO fans young and old — get inspired with some of the world’s most impressive LEGO creations!

One of you can win a copy of this book for yourselves- feel free to enter by using the RC form below. Ends Jan 27, 2018. Good luck!
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Win Roblox Toys

January 11, 2018 by 134 Comments

Recently, Roblox announced their new toy line, inspired by some of the games, characters, and developers in Roblox’s user-generated universe, and its is the perfect gift for any Roblox gamer!

 

With the toys, Roblox is seeking to “Power Imagination” in the same way they inspire participants in their online platform to express their creativity.  Fans can take apart the characters in the physical toy line and mix and match parts to create new characters just like they can in Roblox’s virtual world.  To make the games even more interactive, each toy comes with a code that can be uploaded to the game for cool, new in-world accessories.

The Roblox toys are sold Target and Toys ‘R Us.

Roblox, the massively popular user-generated content gaming platform, and the largest user-generated social gaming platform, has gone offline with their new toy line from Jazwares. With the toys, Roblox is seeking to “Power Imagination” in the same way they inspire participants in their online platform to express their creativity.  Fans can take apart the characters in the physical toy line and mix and match parts to create new characters just like they can in Roblox’s virtual world. The imagination of users is also strongly reflected in the toy offerings, with a selection of playsets and characters based on the creations of some of the most popular community developers. To tie the toys back to the online platform, each comes with a code that can be uploaded to the game for cool, new in-world accessories.

You can win a Roblox Toys Prize pack- feel free to use the RC form below. Ends Jan 26, 2018. Good luck!

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Win All-New Squishmallows Stuffed Toys

January 5, 2018 by 138 Comments

”Squishy” Style, super cuddly, Japanese-Inspired Collectible plush toys are available and oh-so soft- You will never want to let them go.

Both my son and my intended like to sleep on the larger sizes- and I have to admit, they make a nice pillow.  The Squishmallows collectible plush toy line is available in four sizes. Clip-ons (3.5”), small (8”), medium (13”) and large (16”) sizes have a suggested retail price of $2.99, $6.99, $9.99 and $19.99, respectively. They are very, very soft and snuggly- this can not be overstated, honestly, and adults would like them as well. I know we do, and not sorry to admit it!

The all-new collectible Squishmallows squad is now available in eight styles and in four sizes, including pink and blue penguins, purple and grey owls, a cat, fox, frog and hedgehog. You can sign up for the email list at www.squishmallows.com get the first look at four special editions available later this year. The line will expand in 2018 with seasonal styles including Valentine’s Day and Easter.

“These collectible characters are as cuddly as they are cute. Not only will Squishmallows be on everyone’s ‘squishlist,’ but they will make great gifts any time of year. Squishy and comforting, Squishmallows make great couch pals, pillows, bedtime buddies and travel companions—take them anywhere on the go.”

The unique line is made of super soft spandex “EF” and polyester stuffing — similar to memory foam — for crazy, cuddly fun. Caring for Squishmallows is easy; give them lots of love, wash in warm water and tumble-dry on medium heat.

Join the squad online and follow @Squishmallows on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Pinterest and YouTube.

One of you can win a Squishmallows prize pack of your own. Please feel free to enter using the RC form below.  Ends Jan 20, 2018. Good luck!

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Win Holiday Books for the Family

December 18, 2017 by 56 Comments

With the holiday right around the corner, you will be looking for fun gifts for the family and for friends. If you are looking for great books for little ones, check out these fun titles- these classics will be read and re-read for years to come.

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer Crochet (Thunder Bay Press; $24.99; Ages 3 and up): From bouncing Bumbles to Yukon gold, you’ll love these adorable amigurumi figures from the classic television special Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer! This cheerful kit contains all the materials you’ll need to create Rudolph and Santa. Colorful photos and step-by-step directions in the 76-page instruction book will also guide you through crafting the Bumble, Charlie-in-the-Box, Dolly, Spotted Elephant, Hermey, Moonracer, Mrs. Claus, Clarice, Sam the Snowman, and Yukon Cornelius. Warm up your crochet hook for this group of charming holiday characters!
T.E.A.M. Rudolph and the Reindeer Games (Silver Dolphin Books; $17.99; Ages 3-7): We all recall the most famous reindeer of all. But how much do you know about the story of the Reindeer Games and the other eight reindeer? Well, now you can know the whole story, meet the rest of Santa’s trusted reindeer, and learn what it means to be on T.E.A.M. Rudolph!
 
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer Pop-Up Book (Silver Dolphin Books; $19.95; Ages 3-5): Start a new holiday family reading tradition with this delightful pop-up retelling of the beloved Christmas story. Just in time for its 50th anniversary, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer is now a stunning pop-up book, a treasure for generations to come. All of the classic characters join Rudolph for his North Pole adventure: Hermey the elf/aspiring dentist, Yukon Cornelius, and the doe-eyed Clarice. The impressive large-scale pop-ups re-create classic scenes using actual movie stills. Fly along with Rudolph, join in the reindeer games, flee from the Abominable Snow Monster, visit the Island of Misfit Toys, and save Christmas one foggy night. Most importantly, be touched by the timeless story of acceptance and the true meaning of the holiday spirit.

One of you can win copies of these great books- just enter using the RC form below.
Good luck, ends Dec. 26, 2017.
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Win New Years Snack Package

November 16, 2017 by 65 Comments
Welch’s Fruit Rolls deliver the same quality consumers love in Welch’s Fruit Snacks, in a new, irresistibly fun format. Featuring fruit as its first ingredient, they come in three mouthwatering flavors: Berry, Tropical Punch, and White Grape Strawberry.
  • Munk Pack’s ready-to-eat Oatmeal Fruit Squeezes, packed with grains and fruit bites, are perfect for a quick breakfast or snack on the go! Available in five delicious flavors, including Apple Quinoa Cinnamon, Maple Pear Quinoa, and more, they are gluten-free, non GMO, vegan and high in fiber.
  • Cased in 7 fluid ounce bottles, Brooklyn Crafted’s small but mighty ginger beers pack a zesty punch and are made with 100% fresh, unfiltered ginger pieces you can actually SEE. Available in four trendy flavors – Traditional, Earl Grey, Lemon & Lime and Mango – the minis are perfect for enjoying on the go.
  • AquaBall’s naturally flavored water is the only zero-sugar, zero-calorie, zero-preservative children’s beverage around. Available in four flavors and featuring fan favorite Disney and Marvel characters, AquaBall is not only fun for kids, but also smart for parents.
  • Carrington Farms NEW Organic Goji Berry Powder is a nutrient-rich superfood that is high in antioxidants, sure to keep you energized enough to shop ’til you drop! It is organic, gluten-free, and vegan, containing vitamin C, vitamin A, and iron to keep you fueled throughout the day. Mix it into your smoothies, yogurt and desserts for a nutritious punch, or use it to make a pleasant juice or tea.
  • Fuel up with a protein filled meal from Explore Cuisine before hitting the stores! Explore Cuisine integrates beans, peas, lentils, and rice to provide you with nourishing meals which are easy, quick, colorful, and simply delicious! All Explore Cuisine products are vegan, gluten-free, non-GMO and jam packed with nutrients.
  • Stay hydrated throughout your Black Friday shopping with Sparkling Ice. An excellent soda alternative, Sparkling Ice is slightly carbonated with B-Vitamins, Vitamin D and antioxidants. This light and refreshing beverage contains Zero Calories, Zero Carbs, and Gluten Free.

One of you can win a prize package of these items. Feel free to enter by using the RC Code below. Ends Dec 11, 2017. Good luck!
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