News 12 NJ
March 2010
Handmade In NJ Interview
Melissa Naval, founder of Naikid, Inc. discusses her handmade natural products with News 12 NJ anchor Alicia Vitarelli on Monday, March 22, 2010 during a segment titled "Handmade in NJ" featuring local entrepreneurs.  Tune in to view the interview or read about it on Alicia Vitarelli's News 12 NJ blog.
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Plaid House
October 2009
Benefit Luncheon
Naikid, Inc. participates in benefit supporting the Plaid House in Morristown, New Jersey.
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L’Oréal^®
August 2008
Because Your Dog Is Worth It Too Day
Naikid, Inc. participates in L’Oréal's 5th Annual "Because Your Dog Is Worth It Too" Day, supporting the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation.
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The Sampler
May 2008
2008 MTV Movie Awards Gift Lounge
Naikid, Inc. joins fellow crafters by contributing gift items for the gift bags distributed at the 2008 MTV Movie Awards Gift Lounge.
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People For The Ethical Treatment of Animals
December 2006
2007 Shopping Guide For Caring Consumers
Naikid, Inc. is featured in PETA's 2007 Shopping Guide for Caring Consumers as a company that does not test on animals. PETA offers the guide as both a printed catalog and online catalog available at www.petacatalog.com. Obtain your copy today and find a coupon valid for 20% off of your purchase redeemable at www.naikid.com.
For more information, visit: www.caringconsumer.com
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Wickedly Chic
December 2006
Product Review
Wickedly Chic writes... "The Naikid line has some unusual and delicious fragrance combos to choose from. My favorite is the lemongrass & neem scent. This soap smells great and washes like a dream. The delightful Butter soap is fabulous too. Naikid considers this a pure and raw soap. The Butter soap has no added scent and is loaded with illipe butter, kokum butter, sal butter, shea butter, avocado oil and virgin coconut oil. Whew! If you need moisture, this one will do it for you quite nicely. Be naked, adore naked and shop Naikid."
For more information, visit: www.wickedlychic.com
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Modish Blog
October 2006
Product Review
Jena of the Modish blog writes... "Next time you hop in the shower, you'll definitely want to get Naikid first- Naikid, a healthful, handmade soap company is just the ticket for a refreshing cleansing experience...I received a bar of the "butter" soap...It contains a host of butters that are nourisihing for the skin, like kokum and shea butter, along with skin softening avocado and coconut oil. The best part is, it is unscented, which is good for me so as not to compete with the smell of my lotion and perfume, and especially good for boys, like mine, who don't like foo foo la la smelly soaps and would rather wash with water alone than something that smells "girly." Naikid stocks many simple, non-frilly soaps in either no scent or light refreshing scents that are boy approved. Check out the entire line of natural soaps and find something that works for the whole family! (even your dog!)"
For more information, visit: www.modish.typepad.com
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Sofistafunk Skirt Co.
September 2006
Launch Party Gift Bags
Sofistafunk Skirt Co. unveils Spring/Summer 2007 collection during New York Fashion Week. Naikid, Inc. invited to contribute to celebrity and VIP gift bags.
For more information, visit: www.sofistafunk.com
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Renegade Craft Fair
September 2006
Crafters For Critters
Stop by the Renegade Craft Fair in Chicago, IL this month to grab some yummy NAIKID samples at the Crafters For Critters booth.
For more information, visit: www.renegadecraftfair.com
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The Organic Beauty Expert
September 2006
Product Review
The Organic Beauty Expert, aka Andrea Kane, loves Naikid...
her favorite is lemongrass + neem soap, she said it smells superb and lasts for weeks.
For more information, visit: www.theorganicbeautyexpert.com
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Metro Sports NY Magazine
August 2006
Naikid in New Jersey
Read about Naikid founder, Melissa Naval, is this month's issue of Metro Sports NY Magazine.
For more information, visit: www.metrosportsny.com
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Environmental Working Group
July 2006
Skin Deep Report
Skin Deep provides safety ratings and brand-by-brand comparisons that can help consumers choose safer products.
The Environmental Working Group awarded Naikid, Inc. a low health concern score of 0.2, rating it number 12 out of 625, making it one of the foremost manufacturers of safe beauty products.
For more information, visit: www.ewg.org
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Breast Cancer Fund
June 2006
Safe Cosmetics Hollywood Industry Briefing
On behalf of the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics, the Breast Cancer Fund will hold a Safe Cosmetics Briefing for the Hollywood industry, including make-up artists, hair stylists and celebrities. A panel discussion will feature Campaign for Safe Cosmetics founding members Jane Houlihan (Environmental Working Group), Jeanne Rizzo (Breast Cancer Fund), and Charlotte Brody (Commonweal). Attendees will receive a gift bag featuring items from compact-signing companies, such as Naikid, Inc.
For more information, visit: www.breastcancerfund.org and www.safecosmetics.org
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New Jersey Animal Rights Alliance
June 2006
Fundraising Dinner
NJARA will hold a fundraising dinner in support of ending animal exploitation. Attendees will receive a gift bag, which includes Naikid, Inc. products.
For more information, visit: www.nj-ara.org
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Malibu Magazine / Vol. 4 Issue 01
January 2006
Madison & Mulholland's "Malibu" Holiday Giveaway
One lucky Malibu Magazine reader will win Madison & Mulholland's "Malibu" Holiday Giveaway, in which Naikid, Inc. is featured.
For more information, visit: www.malibumag.com
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People For The Ethical Treatment of Animals
December 2005
2006 Shopping Guide For Caring Consumers
Naikid, Inc. is featured in PETA's 2006 Shopping Guide for Caring Consumers as a company that does not test on animals. PETA offers the guide as both a printed catalog and online catalog available at www.petacatalog.com. Obtain your copy today and find a coupon valid for 20% off of your purchase redeemable at www.naikid.com.
For more information, visit: www.caringconsumer.com
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Discovery Communications|Annual Women's Leadership Conference
November 2005
Botanical Elements Trade Association and member businesses
As a member of the Botanical Elements Trade Association, Naikid, Inc. was represented at the Discovery Leadership Women's Conference, Living Healthy event held by Discovery Communications for their top 200 female executives.
For more information, visit: www.botanicalelements.com
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New York Moves Magazine
October 2005
October Issue
Find our ad in this month's issue.
For more information, visit: www.newyorkmoves.com
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Star Magazine
October 2005
Madison & Mulholland | Bryant Park Fashion Week Gift Bag
One lucky Star reader will win a Madison & Mulholland Bryant Park Fashion Week Gift Bag similar to those given to celebrities at New York's Fashion Week 2005, in which Naikid, Inc. was featured.
For more information, visit: www.web.starmagazine.com
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Craft Revolution
September 2005
Crafters Unite For Hurricane Katrina Relief
craftrevolution.com and etsy.com partner to raise funds for the Red Cross by selling donated handmade items from the indie community. Proceeds will be donated to the Red Cross Hurricane Relief Fund, which is providing hot meals to victims and rescue workers, as well as providing other much needed assistance such as shelter, medical needs, and even therapy for victims.
Items donated by NAIKID INC can be purchased at craftrevolution.etsy.com.
For more information, visit: www.craftrevolution.com
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The Bryant Park Hotel
September 2005
NY Fashion Week Goodie Bags
The Bryant Park Hotel in NYC plays host to VIPs, Celebrities and Media attending Fashion Week. In celebration, The Bryant Park Hotel will distribute goodie bags designed specifically for these attendees. Naikid, Inc. soaps can be found in the "Red Carpet Emergency Repair Kit" created by Madison & Mulholland.
For more information, visit: www.olympusfashionweek.com
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Hampton Jitney Magazine
August 2005
Madison & Mulholland | Bryant Park Fashion Week Gift Bag
Naikid, Inc. is featured on page 21 as one of the products included in the Bryant Park Fashion Week Gift Bag created by Madison & Mulholland for New York's Fashion Week 2005. For more information, visit: www.hamptonjitneymagazine.com
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Tikva Children's Home
August 2005
Drive For Life - Charity Golf Event
This high-energy, high-profile event, presented by Marc Ecko Enterprises & Friends, offers the chance to win spectacular prizes for golfers and non-golfers alike, all while raising money for the homeless, abandoned and abused children of Odessa, Ukraine. As a gift-supported, not-for-profit organization, Tikva relies on contributions from generous and caring individuals, corporations, foundations, and government agencies to support its activities. This year for the Third Annual Tikva Drive For Life, Naikid, Inc. contributed over 400 bars of soap in support of Tikva's cause.
For more information, visit: www.tikvaodessa.org
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Breast Cancer Fund
July 2005
Climb Against The Odds
The Breast Cancer Fund is hosting a climb up Mt. Rainier in Washington composed of 39 women and men who have been moved in some way to make a difference and help support cancer prevention. At the end of the climb, climbers and support teams will receive goodie bags full of pamering products such as handmade soap from Naikid, Inc.
For more information, visit: www.breastcancerfund.org
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Celebrating Life - Women's Expo
June 2005
Botanical Elements Trade Association and member businesses
As a member of the Botanical Elements Trade Association, Naikid, Inc. will be represented in the Celebrating Life - Women's Expo at the New Jersey Convention Center on September 17, 2005. Visit us at the Botanical Elements booth, which will offer literature on the association, as well as product samples and literature from member businesses.
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Breast Cancer Fund
May 2005
Campaign for Safe Cosmetics Community Forum in San Francisco
The Breast Cancer Fund invites the community to learn more about what is in cosmetics and find out the personal and political steps to take to make cosmetics safer.
In support of The Campaign for Safe Cosmetics, Naikid, Inc. has donated products which will be available to attendees of the event.
For more information, visit: www.breastcancerfund.org
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American Top 40 Live
April 2005
Official Celebrity Gift Bags
Naikid, Inc. products were chosen to be included in the Official Celebrity Gift Bags.
AMERICAN TOP 40 LIVE, a new special recognizing the hottest solo artists, groups and songs in pop music based on the year's leading performers on the "American Top 40" radio countdown show, will air live from Los Angeles Sunday, April 24 on FOX.
American Idol’s Ryan Seacrest will host and executive-produce the special.
For more information, visit: www.at40.com
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Shecky's Beauty Night Out
March 2005
Shecky's Famous Goodie Bags
Shecky’s is one of the largest publishers of NYC lifestyle guides. Shecky’s reporters scour the city for “must-know” events to attend, fun things to do, bars to scope out, shops to visit, products/services to buy, and more!
In addition to hosting "Girls Night Out", NYC’s hottest shopping extravaganza, Shecky's will bring together over 50 fabulous beauty/wellness, personal care, health/nutrition, and fitness brands for an evening experience of inner and outer pampering. Guests will experience and sample all-night beauty & wellness highlights from the various vendors and sponsors plus cocktails, juice bars, healthy snacks, and a “must-have goodie bag.”
Shecky's Famous Goodie Bag comes in an adorable Shecky's Tote, as featured on Fox 5's Good Day New York!
Naikid, Inc.'s fresh handmade soap will be featured in the famous goodie bags that will be given to the event's attendees.
"Beauty Night Out" promises to be a self-indulgent night of beauty consultations, mini-spa services, therapeutic shopping, and cocktails. The event will be held Tuesday, April 5 at The Altman Building, 135 W. 18 Street.
For more information, visit: www.sheckys.com
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Natural Ingredient Resource Center™
February 2005
"Truth in Labeling"
The Natural Ingredient Resource Center was founded to help consumers, manufacturers and retailers of natural products for personal care, home and family to learn more about the natural ingredients in the products they buy, make or sell. The NIRC also serves to promote "truth in labeling" by establishing voluntary standards and to support the use of products that use real, natural ingredients.
As a Natural Ingredient Partner, Naikid, Inc. has voluntarily pledged to operate in accordance with the NIRC Criteria for natural ingredients and the Guidelines for labeling natural products.
For more information, visit: www.naturalingredient.org
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The Coalition For Consumer Information On Cosmetics
February 2005
Corporate Standard of Compassion for Animals
The Coalition For Consumer Information On Cosmetics (CCIC) operates the only Standard which guarantees a product free of new animal testing. The CCIC was formed from the nation's largest animal protection groups in order to promote one standard and one logo across the world for all cosmetics and household products. The CCIC offers the most up-to-date list of companies that have agreed in writing to ban ingredient testing throughout their manufacturing process, including verifiable assurances from ingredient suppliers.
Under the CCIC program, Naikid, Inc. has obtained assurances from suppliers and intermediary agents that, with respect to the specific ingredients supplied, no animal testing has been conducted.
Naikid, Inc. is now an officially approved manufacturer of cruelty-free products. Naikid, Inc. is listed in the published Compassionate Pocket Shopping Guide and linked at the CCIC website.
For more information, visit: www.leapingbunny.org
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Handcrafted Soap Makers Guild
February 2005
Soaps For The Troops
The HSMG proudly announced their program to support our troops through contributions to the Morale Kits which are distributed to deploying military through the USO.
As a member of the Handcrafted Soap Makers Guild, Naikid, Inc. gladly donated soap for our troops.
For more information, visit: www.soapguild.org
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Green Products Alliance
January 2005
Socially Responsible Businesses
Naikid, Inc. has joined the Green Products Alliance.
Green Products Alliance is a consortium of manufacturers and marketers who make and sell extraordinarily natural personal care products. Every member has demonstrated that they have a moral sense of obligation to bring integrity to this Wild West of personal care. And they have thought carefully as to why they are using the ingredients they use. There is also a strong sense of Sustainability and Quality of Life that members share.
For more information, visit: www.greenproductsalliance.com
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Marin Cancer Project
January 2005
Safe Cosmetics Campaign : Marin
Marin Cancer Project held a successful campaign kickoff event on January 19. Their goal is to protect the health of consumers and workers with special focus on teens by requiring that the body care products industry phase out the use of chemicals that are known or suspected carcinogens, mutagens, and reproductive toxins.
Special thanks went to Naikid, Inc. for participating as a beauty vendor.
For more information, visit: www.marincancerproject.org
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The Soap Marketplace
January 2005
National Registry of Handcrafted Soapmakers
Naikid, Inc. is officially registered with the National Registry of Handcrafted Soapmakers.
For more information, visit: www.soapmarketplace.com
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EcoBusinessLinks.com
January 2005
Environmental Directory
Naikid.com has gone green.
EcoBusinessLinks.com is earth's largest hand-picked green links website featuring companies that have a clear environmental mission and positive impact on the environment.
For more information, visit: www.ecobusinesslinks.com
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SafeCosmetics.Org
December 2004
Pledge To Not Use Chemicals
Naikid, Inc. has signed
The Compact for Global Production of Safer Health and Beauty Products.
Companies that have signed the compact have pledged to not use chemicals that are known or strongly suspected of causing cancer, mutation or birth defects in their products and to implement substitution plans that replace hazardous materials with safer alternatives in every market they serve.
For more information, visit: www.safecosmetics.org
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Botanical Elements™ Trade Association
October 2004
Louder than Words - Trade Association Leads By Example
Melissa Naval has always subscribed to the belief that actions speak louder than words – and that these actions can inspire others to follow in her earth-friendly example. In illustration of this concept, Melissa Naval of Naikid, Inc. has joined fellow members of Botanical Elements™ Trade Association (BETA) to promote their products and their environmentally-conscious philosophy.
Botanical Elements was founded in April of 2002, in order to promote and market businesses which produce products created using botanical elements -- such as herbs, dried flowers, and pure essential oils. "We recognize the implications to our bodies, home and planet when they are exposed to chemicals and products that pollute our air and water,“ explained Naval. “BETA is comprised of companies that manufacture or sell products such as "true" aromatherapy, natural candles, herbal body care, handmade soap, and products using botanical ingredients. Many Members also offer supplies, raw materials, or services related to the natural products industry," she added.
In addition to their market segment, the members share a common goal – to work together to educate consumers as to their alternatives to using synthetic ingredients -- such as using pure essential oils instead of synthetic fragrance oils. As a group, Botanical Elements promotes the ecological and health benefits of using non-synthetic ingredients. Their national ads can be seen in a variety of publications, including The Herb Quarterly.
BETA’s current project, aptly titled “Answering The Call”, has partnered them with Collective Good -- a company that generates funds for charities through cell phone recycling. Mobile phones contain hazardous materials such as mercury, cadmium, nickel and gallium arsenide, and can contaminate ground water if discarded in landfills. Donated phones are kept out of landfills, are either refurbished, or scrapped for parts. All portable phones, pagers, and PDA’s will be accepted.
BETA’s efforts will support The Sierra Club, America's oldest, largest and most influential grassroots environmental organization. BETA member businesses have set a goal to collect 1000 devices by the end of the year. All donations are taxdeductible.
To learn more about Naikid, Inc. or how you can support the Answering The Call project, visit them on the web at www.naikid.com
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From Nature With Love™
September 2004
Soap Donations Wanted By From Nature With Love™ To Help Domestic Abuse Shelter
From Nature With Love is pleased to help coordinate handcrafted soap donations to benefit the women and children sheltered at the Prudence Crandall Center, a non-profit Connecticut organization dedicated to serving victims of domestic abuse.
Naikid, Inc. generously contributed several bars of soap for the benefit of the women and children living temporarily in the shelter. The women and children, in many cases, have suffered monumental abuse and arrive at the shelter with only the clothes on their backs. Prudence Crandall Center will organize the soap and other donations into baskets to give to the women when they arrive at the shelter. Although nothing can camoflauge the pain these victims have endured, sharing something that is so necessary yet beautiful and luxurious will act as an expression of compassion.
For more information, visit: www.fromnaturewithlove.com
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