I was first introduced to Hugo Naturals in 2011 when I attended the Natural Products Expo West for the first time. Hugo and Debra Saavedra, the founders of the company were so warm and inviting when I visited their gorgeous booth. I could tell from the instant that I met them that they absolutely loved their company and products. Debra spent a great deal of time with me going over their products and why they were so proud of the fact that they were the first body care company to remove all traces of gluten from their products (certified by the Celiac Sprue Association, or CSA, the largest celiac support organization in the United States). That really resonated with me. Never before had it occurred to me that I needed to be careful about the lotions, etc. that I used on my gluten intolerant daughter’s skin, but it made so much sense. Our skin is our largest organ…of course it matters what we put on it!!!
Flash forward to this year’s expo and in my opinion, Hugo Naturals once again had the most gorgeous booth in the entire expo. Hugo walked me around the booth and showed me the amazing soap carvings that had been and were being made before my eyes…gorgeous!
I enjoy their products so much that I regularly give them as gifts to my nearest and dearest girlfriends. Hugo’s fizzy bath bombs are out of this world. Besides the fact that I thoroughly enjoy their products, I feel good about purchasing them because their entire product line is vegan, and is also certified cruelty-free by the Coalition for Consumer Information on Ingredients (LeapingBunny.org). Hugo Naturals has also completely removed soy (and gluten) from their recipes.
Hugo Naturals has very graciously offered to provide a wonderful giveaway to one lucky Chic Vegan reader.
The following FULL SIZE products will go to one lucky winner:
- Brown Sugar Body Polish
- Vanilla & Sweet Orange All Over Lotion
- Grapefruit Bar Soap
- Mango Body Butter
- Lavender Organic Hand Sanitizer
*** ENTRY DETAILS ***
Earn one entry for each task completed:
- Become a subscriber of our Sunday Spectacular newsletter by entering your e-mail in the GREEN BOX at the top right of this page (If you are already a subscriber, let me know in the comments)
- “Like” Chic Vegan on Facebook (click HERE)
- Follow Chic Vegan on Twitter (click HERE)
- Follow Hugo Naturals on Twitter (click HERE)
- Leave a nutrition question for Julieanna Hever in the comments below. You never know…your question may be featured in one of her columns!
You will receive ONE ENTRY for EACH task completed. You MUST leave a comment below stating which tasks you have completed (you can leave it all in one comment if you’d like).
The contest will run through 3/25/12 midnight PST. The winner will be chosen randomly and must be a resident of the United States (includes Alaska & Hawaii).
Shay Quigley says
Ah! So amazing! Fingers crossed!
1. I am already a CV subscriber.2. I liked CV on facebook3. I followed CV on twitter (I’m @shayquig:disqus )4. I followed HN on twitter5. Even though I have thrived on a vegetarian diet for 3 years and vegan diet for 1 year, my mom is still skeptical about the food I eat. How do I convince her not only that my food is healthy but also delicious–and what are some ways I can try to get her to try them?!
TwoandtheCity says
I did all of the above, except the hugo naturals link takes you to twitter and not FB ; )
Heather Blackmon says
These sound great – I’d love to give them a try! I subscribed to the newsletter, liked Chic Vegan on Facebook, and Followed on Twitter. Hope I win! =)
Mph323 says
Completed all of the tasks and would love to win the prize. Products sound yummy!
Jess! says
Liked, signed up for the newsletter, and followed both twitters! (@OhJessisReading). These look great!
Fiona M says
Do you have any suggestions for using raw cacao nibs? In their natural form, I find the taste quite bitter but would love to use them more in baking or in smoothie making. Thanks!
Jessica Caneal says
Hi there! I completed steps 1-4. Thanks for an amazing giveaway. I love this blog!
Adrea Reed says
I did number 3 and 4 – thank you for introducing us to this line of products!
Michaella Isaacs says
I am already signed up for the newsletter, liked on fb, and followed all on twitter. Eager to try!
Jessicasf09 says
Subscribed, liked, and questioned. (no twitter account, sorry!) Thank you for sharing about Hugo Naturals! It is so nice to shop with a company that meets all of the checklist items! 🙂
To Julieanna: As the seasons change and the temperature increases, what foods should my husband and I include in our diet to help our bodies transition with the weather?
Debbie says
Just discovered your website and became an instant fan-newsletter, Facebook, and Twitter. Thank you for providing such a great and informative website. I have been a veggie for three years now and love it. My husband is slowly making the transformation. My question is how can I continue to help him it permanently?
Jillian says
Im excited! I found out about this through Veggie Grettie. I signed up for the newsletter, liked Chic Vegan on FB, and Im now following Chic Vegan and Hugo Naturals on Twitter. :crossing fingers: 😀
Meganringenberg says
I am following you and Hugo on Twitter, liked Hugo, and here’s my question:
What is your take on gluten-free oats for celiacs?
Yoo Deborah says
I am subscribed to the newsletter
Karmalily says
Subscribed to the newsletter, liked on FB, followed both twitters
Adrienne B. says
I signed up for the newsletter and like Chic Vegan on FB 🙂
*Alex* says
Steps 1-4 completed! Thanks for the AMAZING giveaway! 😀
Ashley says
I already subscribe!
Ashley says
I like you on FB
Ashley says
I follow Hugo Naturals on twitter
Ashley says
I follow you on twitter
Ashley says
I read recently that contrary to popular belief, smoothies are not actually very healthy because they essentially just go straight through your system versus being absorbed through the chewing/digestion process… I would love to get some clarification on that 🙂
Marisa May says
I completed steps 1-4:
1. subscribed with email (madmegid at yahoo dot com)2. like Chic Vegan on facebook as Marisa May
3&4: following Chic Vegan and Hugo Naturals on twitter as @madmegid:twitter
Liz says
Subscribed to the newsletter and liked Vegan on FB!
jesuba says
I did 1-4, here is 5: What is your take on wheatgrass? I’ve thought about growing it, but I hear that it gets moldy easily. I haven’t found it in any local store. Is it THAT good for you?
Thanks for the giveaway! I just ran out of their shampoo/conditioner (vanilla/orange). It was my first time trying it and I loved it!
Jillian says
I completed 1 through 4:
1- jilliancad (at) comcast (dot) net
2- Like on facebook as Jillian C_______
3 & 4- xfallenfatex
Sjk72315 says
I have completed steps 1-4; and my question is: Are there any plans to move into the haircare product field?
Barb@ThatWasVegan? says
I signed up for the newsletter!
Barb@ThatWasVegan? says
I liked Chic Vegan on FB, Follow you on Twitter (@thatwasvegan) and also follow Hugo Naturals on Twitter.
VeggieGrettie says
Hugo has some wonderful hair care products that I use on my daughter. Here is the link to their hair care line
http://hugonaturals.com/products/hair-care
Loridemaine says
I like Chic Vegan on FB and signed up for the newsletter.
Jennifer says
I liked Chic Vegan on FB, followed Chic Vegan on Twitter (@noteasy2begreen), followed Hugo Naturals on Twitter. My nutritional question: I lost weight when I went vegetarian and seem to be losing more as I eat less dairy. I was slightly underweight to begin with and shouldn’t lose any more. What are some ways to eat a mostly vegan diet without losing any more weight?
Heather says
I did one and two and here is my question: what protein source gives the best bang for my buck – quality,taste, and cost? Thanks!
Eugenia says
Hi! I am so excited. I subscribed to the newsletter!
I “liked” Chic Vegan on Facebook (whoo hoo!!!)
I am now following Chic Vegan on Twitter I am also following Hugo Naturals on TwitterMy nutrition question is: Is it necessary to take vitamins if you follow a vegan diet? Thanks!!!Eugenia
Jessica says
I am subscribing to the newsletter at jesslovesyou3095@gmail.com
Liked chic vegan on fb
Following chic vegan on twitter (@jessicapicasso)
Following Hugo naturals on twitter
Question: is there any real benefit for going gluten-free? Every time I eat any form of gluten I get a stomach ache and headache.
Sarah says
Already subscribed to the newsletter, following Chic Vegan and Hugo Naturals on Twitter!
Laldance says
1-4 Done! and my question:
I follow mostly a vegan diet but do include dairy. I have read that dairy is good for you, and also the dairy is not good for you. I’m confused.
onlyintention says
1-4, check!
5. Is it really ok for pets to go vegan? They’re actually meant to be carnivores, but I don’t like feeding them processed food & am not too keen on the idea of preparing food for them myself.
Thanks for your wonderful giveaway & all you provide for us veggies!
Anni Poppen
sarah says
I subscribe to your newsletter by email.
I follow you on twitter.
I like you on Facebook.
I followed Hugo naturals on twitter.
And are superfoods all they’re hyped up to be, or just a fad?
Gjasek says
What’s the best type of B-12 to buy?
Hare-brained says
I have done all of the above tasks and my question is – Does eating clay really have all of the benefits that it claims?
Devika says
This is an awesome giveaway! I have “liked” you guys on fb and my question is:
I know there is a lot of kale love going on and I’ve been eating red kale daily, is it better than other greens?
Lexi says
I like Chic Vegan on FB and subscribe to the newsletter.
Question: I feel like my son’s taste buds are changing as has more junk food (thanks grandma! ;-)); he’s objecting more to “healthy” food. Any ideas?
Chelsey says
I am already a subscriber to the Sunday Spectacular newsletter
I “Lik”ed Chic Vegan on Facebook
I am following Chic Vegan on Twitter
I am following Hugo Naturals on Twitter
And my question for Julieanna Hever: What are some of the symptoms of people with gluten allergies?
Tamara says
I have done 1-4 above! Thank you for informing us about this amazing company!
Mary says
I am a subscriber!
Mary says
I like Chic Vegan on Facebook!
Mary says
I follow Chic Vegan on Twitter!
Mary says
I follow Hugo Naturals on Twitter!
bobbie says
Somehow I forgot my email associated with twitter to like hugo but the other two Ive already done 🙂
I’ve been vegan for a couple years now and am transitioning into raw.. While doing research I came across the 80-10-10 diet. What is your take on diets like that, and do you feel as though it is nutritionally compete or just a means of losing fat quickly? Thanks! 🙂