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Piggy Paint

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Do any other children of the 1980’s remember Tinkerbell cosmetics?  I was clearly not a label reader when I was a little kid, but I remember that this was peel off polish and made for kids. 

My daughter loves to have her nails painted.  We started out with toenails only, then I allowed her to have her fingernails painted also.  I’ve always been concerned about the chemicals in it, (have you smelled nail polish lately?  Phew!) espeially since her fingers are still always in her mouth at age 5 (licking something off of them).

I get whatever brand and colors are available either free after Extra Care Bucks (ECBs)/Coupon at CVS, or better than free/they pay me to take it (meaning I pay less ECBs than I get back).  We have quite a few colors open, and I’ll occasionally let my daughter choose a new color from my stockpile.  I use a bottle until it gets old/gloppy.

A few weeks ago, I heard about Piggy Paint.  It is non-toxic, odorless, and kid friendly.  It’s water based and made of natural ingredients (no formaldehyde, toluene, phthalates, biphenyl A, ethyl acetate or acetone).

They have lots of colors, and each bottle is $8.99.  Pretty shocking prices for someone who doesn’t like to pay for this kind of stuff, but not bad compared to regular drugstore prices. 

I don’t have much of a problem paying a premium when it comes to my kids.  If I saw this in a store, I’d let my daughter pick a color and buy a bottle.

When I have some extra cash, and she’s earned a little treat, I want to buy her some!

P.S. I started this blog about cloth diapering, but I’m guessing that at least some people who are interested in cloth diapering, may also be interested in other earth friendly, natural “stuff.”  If this is not you, sorry!


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Maria
Maria is an aspiring "fit mom" of 3 children, writing about cloth diapers, going green, and her life as a single mom. Maria works with many companies within the cloth diaper industry and beyond, providing social media management, product development, and other services.
5 Comments
  • March 15, 2010 at 7:14 pm
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    >I haven't yet. What color do you like?

  • March 15, 2010 at 4:47 pm
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    >Did you buy any of this yet? I am still considering it…… Maybe you would pick me up one for Abby if you happen to get one for yourself?

  • February 21, 2010 at 11:18 pm
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    >I was *just* thinking about Tinkerbell cosmetics! Totally funny! Loves it!

  • February 19, 2010 at 1:35 pm
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    >Looks like they sell it a couple places about an hour away. Looks awesome! I want to get some! I loved peeling it off, LOL!PP does have a remover, but it contains alcohol:Piggy Paintâ„¢ Nail Polish RemoverWhy is Piggy Paintâ„¢ Nail Polish Remover the best choice for your little girl?Low Odor Made from natural ingredients No Acetone Hypoallergenic Biodegradable Put harmful, smelly polish removers behind you with Piggy Paintâ„¢ Nail Polish Remover, a remover that works quickly on all polishes, especially Piggy Paintâ„¢ Nail Polish. Our remover is safe to use and contains none of the solvents that could offend your nose or harm our atmosphere. Aloe Vera and Vitamin E are added to supplement the natural oils that protect little one’s nails and cuticles.Ingredients – Corn alcohol, butyl diglycol, Aloe Vera extract, Vitamin E, embittering agent

  • February 19, 2010 at 1:26 pm
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    >awesome idea! I looked into so many nail polish and removers, but they still have some yuck in there. I would let Abby do it on occasion IF we didn't have to use the remover. YOU are a genius. I googled and did find some peel-offs. The store locator says it is available about 45 minutes from here. Check yours and let me know.http://www.sulabeauty.com/catalog/12/paint_peel_trend_collection

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