TruKid, a wonderful natural and organic hair and skin care line for kids with fun names like Silly Shampoo and Dancing Detangler, sent me several of their products to try on my girls, ages 3 and 6.

Made from natural ingredients and essential oils, TruKid products are safe, non-toxic and paraben, SLS, and phthalate free. The line includes sunscreen, soaps, moisturizers, face and body wash, shampoos, lip balms, and even an on-the-go “Hero Stick” to help heal cuts and boo boos.

The girls and I love the Silly Shampoo, Cool Conditioner, and Dancing Detangler, which retail for $10. All three products have a very light citrus scent which reminded me of grapefruit. Another hit at our house was the Spiffy Spearmint Lip Balm. We took the Sunny Days SPF 30 face stick to the pool and it was a great alternative to the lotions I try to lather on two reluctant and squirmy little girls who are anxious to jump in the water. The Healthy Habits Hair Care Travel Set or the Healthy Habits Travel Set (both retail for $16) are great gift ideas.

TruKid is offering Savvy Housewife readers 20% off online purchases of $25 or more now through September 13. Just use the code blonde at checkout.

Study results published in Pediatrics, the official journal of the American Academy of Pediatrics, concluded that parents who want to reduce their infants’ exposure to phthalates–man-made chemicals used during the manufacturing process of lubricants, cosmetics and plastic products including children’s toys — should limit use of infant lotions and powders. Phthalates have been linked to reproductive problems. Read an AP article on MSNBC about the study.