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Happy New Year 2023 from Promotional Webstores

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We will reopen on Tuesday January 3rd, and our blog will resume in 2023.

Happy Holidays from Promotional Webstores!

Happy Holidays from Promotional Webstores

Our offices will be closed Friday, December 23rd through Monday, December 26th. We will reopen on Tuesday, December 27th, and our blog will resume in 2023.

Happy Holidays from Promotional Webstores!

Promotional Stainless Steel Drinkware: Why It Is So Popular

There is no doubt that the popularity of stainless steel drinkware has risen significantly over the past couple of years in the promotional industry. So why do so many people prefer stainless steel? Aside from the fact that it has a sleek, modern appearance, there are some distinct advantages to choosing stainless steel drinkware to personalize with your company logo.

Durability

Stainless steel is virtually indestructible. Reusable and recyclable, not only is it shatterproof, but it is also impact, stain, rust, and corrosion resistant! Stainless steel drinkware can last a lifetime if treated properly, which means a greater return on your investment. Custom drinkware provides a long-lasting, useable, promotional product to keep your name in front of customers.

Affordable and Economical

Stainless steel drinkware is a great investment. Because they last for years, you don’t have to throw money away repeatedly to replace them. Give one to each of your employees, customers, and potential clients to keep your brand on their minds!

You don’t have to spend a fortune and buy $40 or more tumblers for those expensive specialty cups. Many custom stainless steel tumblers can be purchased for less than $10. Comparably priced with most reusable plastic cups, they work as effectively as the more expensive ones.

Chemical Free and Safer to use

The dreaded BPA! You definitely won’t find any in stainless steel, so you don’t have to worry about the potential negative effects of this reportedly harmful chemical. As a matter of fact, there are no chemicals in stainless steel, so you never have to worry about health issues like you potentially do with plastic bottles (if you are looking for plastic bottles, the Custom Drinkware Store only carries BPA-free products!).

In addition to being chemical-free, stainless steel is non-toxic and known for its antibacterial and hygienic properties, making it safe for everyone to use. And it’s non-reactive to acid, so drinks don’t leave odors, stains, or flavors behind.

Environmentally Friendly

Since stainless steel lasts a lifetime, you’re helping the environment by not adding to the incredibly high number of water bottles packing our already overloaded landfills. And when the bottle does wear out, it is recyclable.

Easy to Clean

Cleaning stainless steel is a breeze! To keep the cup looking new and lasting longer, simply hand-wash it with soap and water.No special handling is required!

Some stainless steel cups can be washed in the dishwasher,  just be sure you read the label to know if you can toss it in or if it needs to be washed by hand.

Benefits Overview

So, there you have it! Stainless steel is durable, affordable, economical, chemical-free, safe, environmentally friendly, reusable, recyclable, and easy to clean. With all of these great benefits, there are lots of reasons to consider using stainless steel drinkware to advertise your business. Available in many styles and colors, you can easily find the drinkware product you prefer to express your brand’s individual personality!

Personalized stainless steel makes a great giveaway for tradeshows and marketing events. Once the event is over, guests will take home your bottle and be reminded of your company with every use.

Kicking off the New Year with Promotional Products

The new year is often a time for rebranding, changing directions, and looking to the future. It’s also a great time to refresh your promotional giveaways. You love giving customers little appreciation gifts, but reusing the same items year after year might not be the best way to entice customer loyalty. While they might already be a faithful customer, they might appreciate something new to remind them of your company. Consider changing your promotions or even your message to keep your company fresh in the minds of your customers.

 

Retain and Gain Customers

Receiving promotional items is not only fun for the recipient, but it’s also a really smart marketing strategy. Everyone loves receiving promotional products, and it’s a wonderful way to connect with your customers and keep your brand fresh in their minds.

Using promotional products to advertise your business helps people remember your brand, which means they are more likely to choose your business over another when they are in need of your services. A good promotional product can help you engage and retain current customers, while also attracting new ones.

 

Choosing the Right Product

The key to a good promotional item is usability! You don’t want to waste money on a one-use item or gimmick; they will only end up in the trash, which does you no good. When choosing a product to represent your brand, you want to focus on items that can be used over and over again, so the customer is constantly reminded of your company and services, providing you with a solid return on your investment!

Here are a few practical and useful recommendations to help promote your brand in the new year.

 

Custom Drinkware

Growing more popular by the day, custom drinkware is one of the best ways to keep your name in front of customers. It’s something that everyone uses every day, making it one of the best ways to successfully market any brand. When selecting drinkware, you want to take into consideration the ways it can be used, of course, but you also want to be sure that it can be used by anyone at any age.

Make sure it’s BPA free, easy to use and clean, and something that will get a lot of use. Stainless steel drinkware checks off all these boxes! It’s the most versatile drinkware you can put your name on. You can use it for hot or cold beverages, and if you choose one that is insulated, it will keep them at their desired temperature for several hours (or longer!).

Stainless steel drinkware comes in a great selection of styles, so you can choose one that best works with your brand. You can opt for a travel mug, sports bottle, wine cup, tumbler, and more. Stainless steel drinkware is made from non-toxic metal without chemicals or carcinogens, and is better for you than plastic. It’s also the safest way to store water for drinking. You can keep water in a stainless steel bottle for up to a week at a time, which makes it ideal for camping, hiking, and other outdoor activities. They are also environmentally friendly and can be recycled.

 

Promotional Stylus Pens

Pens are another item that is used daily by just about everyone. And with today’s technology, having a built-in stylus allows you to take physical notes while using your tablet or phone. A good stylus pen is an economical way to keep your name in front of current customers, as well as prospective clients. They are easy to store and travel with, and they make great leave-behind reminders when visiting a client’s office. You can leave a few behind so everyone in the office has a pen with your name on it.

Tradeshows are another way to distribute logo pens. You can share them with anyone who visits your table so they have a reminder of meeting you and your team to prompt them to check out your services once the event is over.

And the chances of the pen being shared with others is almost guaranteed, thereby expanding your reach even further. Think about how many pens you have lost in your lifetime and how many you have found!

 

Personalized Bags

Putting your logo on a bag is a great way to advertise. Bags get used, at home, in the office, while traveling, and while running errands. One of the most commonly used bags today is a shopping tote. Many people like to take their own bags when grocery shopping so they aren’t bogged down with a ton of plastic bags. Not only can they be a nuisance, but they are not easily recyclable and just end up in a landfill somewhere.

Additionally, a good shopping tote is like giving people a small portable billboard featuring your logo! The more usable the bag is, the more it will be seen by others as the user totes it around town while shopping and running errands.

Just remember, whatever product you choose, be sure that it represents your brand in a positive way, provides repeat exposure, and has an attractive and interesting logo, label, or message to attract people to your brand!

Custom Drinkware Makes Great Gifts During the Holiday Season

It’s that time of year again and the holiday season is upon us. While December is traditionally a slow month for most businesses (aside from retail stores that sell goods!), it’s the perfect time to show customers how much you appreciate their business with a gift personalized with your company logo.

 

Repeat Exposure – the gift that keeps on giving!

Personalized drinkware is an excellent choice for holiday gifts to show customers (and employees) that you appreciate them. Not only is drinkware reusable, but it is something everyone uses daily, putting your name in front of the customer time and time again (actually, with each sip!), providing you with repeat exposure while reminding them how much you appreciate their loyalty. Your thoughtful gift will remind customers of your brand long after the holidays are over.

Glassware for Company Parties

Hosting a company-sponsored party or holiday event? We have a great selection of custom glassware ideal for catered events and holiday gifts. One way to do both is to have glassware imprinted with your logo that guests can use during the party, and take home with them once it is over. Filled with a specialty drink created just for the event makes it even more memorable.

We have every kind of glass you need for your event! With a large selection of beer glasses and mugs, wine glasses, shot glasses, beverage glasses, and specialty glasses, we have just what you need to make your party a promotional success!

Whatever type of drinkware you choose will be appreciated by everyone who receives it. Not just for customers, custom drinkware also makes great holiday gifts for employees, contractors, or vendors you want to thank for their service or dedication.

 

Prices to fit every budget

The Custom Drinkware Store has a great selection of drinkware ideal for holiday gift-giving. Your investment can be minimal (under $1) a piece, or you can maximize your impact with a more substantial gift. No matter how much you want to spend, you are sure to find a promotional drinkware product that represents your business and the image you want to project.

One of our most popular lines, stainless steel and aluminum drinkware, makes a wonderful holiday gift. Whether you are looking for a tumbler, bike bottle, wine cup, or travel mug, our stainless steel and aluminum drinkware will showcase your brand’s logo or graphics in style. We have over 140 products to choose from, guaranteeing you will find a drinkware item that fits your needs and budget.

Head over to the Custom Drinkware Store today to start your holiday gift-giving off in the right direction. With our satisfaction guarantee, you have nothing to lose but business!

The Popularity of Promotional Pens and Why they Work

Custom pens have long been a favorite for promotional products. From new companies to multi-million dollar corporations, businesses of every size use pens to promote their brand. Inexpensive, yet effective, pens are an affordable way to get your name out to the masses. You can use them during marketing events, as customer giveaways, and even in marketing mailouts.

 

Why Promotional Pens are so Popular

You might wonder how something so small could possibly be so popular. The answer is pretty You might wonder how something so small could be so popular. The answer is pretty straightforward – they’re cheap, effective, and offer endless possibilities!

How often have you used a pen with a company name or logo on it? Many times, I am sure! Customized pens are hands down one of the most affordable promotional products you can buy, and they fit into any marketing plan and budget.

 

Everyone uses Pens – It’s a great way to remind them of your brand

Extremely affordable and effective at boosting sales, pens are used by everyone, every day – at work, at home, and on the go. Most people keep them at their desks at work and home, as well as in pockets, purses, briefcases, and even their car.

And think about how many pens are “lost” each day! Every time someone loses your pen, someone else finds it, extending your reach even further.

 

Tradeshow Favorites

Pens are an easy way to keep your name in front of current and prospective customers alike. A favorite for tradeshows and conferences, putting your name on a pen gives you so many opportunities to gain new clients. You can add your company logo for instant recognition, or add a phone number so the user can easily call and make an appointment, or place an order.

Another idea is to fill containers with your custom pens, and place them on tradeshow tables, at a receptionist desk, and in conference rooms. That way visitors can grab one on their way out, or take notes about your company while in a meeting.

 

Affordability

Pens are ideal for any promotion or event, with prices starting below 20¢ when you buy them in bulk! At that price, given the reach they provide, you can’t afford to not buy them to promote your company. The exposure it gives your company will pay for them over and over again.

Our Selection

At the Promotional Pen Store, we offer a huge selection of styles and colors to choose from, with pricing that fits every budget. One of our most popular categories, Budget Stick Pens, is ideal for small and new businesses or companies on a limited budget.

For example – let’s look at our best-selling stick pen – the Belfast. You can get 500 personalized pens with your custom logo for under $130.00 – including our setup fee! And shipping at the Promotional Pen store is always free!

In addition to our Budget Stick pens, we carry Click, Twist, Metal, and Stylus Pens, as well as pens with Rubber Grips for a truly comfortable writing experience. We also offer Highlighters, Dry Erase Markers, Coloring Markers, and Mechanical Pencils. And for environmentally conscience brands, check out our selection of Eco and Recycled pens.

Many of our writing instruments come with a choice of ink color, and most with a one-color imprint, while some are laser-engraved. To create a truly unique pen, we have a great selection of click pens that come with a Full-Color Imprint to showcase your brand.

Visit our store and find your promotional pen today! Need assistance? Email us at info@promowebstores.com, or click on the chat box located at the right-hand bottom of any page to immediately connect with one of our helpful sales reps.

Promotional Lip Balm – A Favorite Among Dentists and Orthodontists

Promoting your dental business is essential for gaining new customers, as well as retaining your current clientele. While they might already be a client, there is always something new on the horizon, and with the right marketing, they might be tempted to try a new practice. The key to any successful business is retaining clients while attracting new ones.

One way to keep your business on the minds of your current clients is to keep custom lip balm on hand to give away after dental procedures to help prevent their lips from getting dry and cracked after a treatment. Not only does this help your customer to heal properly, it gives them a reminder of your business so it is always fresh on their mind.

 

Making your Mark

Marketing your dental office is not just a great way to obtain new clients. It’s essential, practical, and affordable. Custom lip balm is so inexpensive, you can’t afford not to give it away. Every time a client leaves your office, they are already beginning to forget the experience (let’s hope anyway!).

Giving them a personalized lip balm featuring your logo or custom graphics will not only help restore their lips after the procedure they just had (even if it’s something as simple as a cleaning) but will help keep the name of your practice on their lips – literally! Ordering promotional lip balm in bulk is the most affordable way to be sure you have plenty on hand for every customer, and ensure you don’t run out.

 

Flavor Variety

Keeping lips smooth and moisturized is great, but when you give someone a lip balm with an unpleasant flavor or a flavor they just don’t like, it won’t be used. Not only do we have a wonderful selection of flavors to choose from, but you can also mix flavors so you get a variety to let customers choose their own. That way, you know it will be used to ensure they think of your practice often.

Custom Packaging

At the Custom Lip Balm Store, we have a section dedicated to custom packaging so you can make a real impact on clients. We have several products that come with a Free Display Tub, so you can keep some at your checkout desk and let people take one as they leave your office.

Another way to promote your practice is with our Dental Tekbooks. These amazing marketing booklets allow you to fully customize a folding booklet providing information about our services, along with a custom lip balm featuring your logo or graphics with a full-color process imprint.

These booklets are imprinted on both sides of the card in a beautiful full-color process, and you can add a coupon, QR code, your website, and contact information, or anything else you deem relevant. We offer a single or double fold so you can choose the best size that meets your needs. They are ideal for mailouts, drop-offs, and event marketing.

See all of our custom lip balm packaging options to see what works best for your practice!

 

The Favorites

All of our custom lip balms are made in the USA, and while we have a large selection to choose from with prices starting as low as 32¢, these are our best-selling products favored by dentist and orthodontist practices.

ColorStik Lip Balms

One of our best-selling lines, this popular lip balm comes in 13 color/flavor combinations as well as unflavored, and is available in both regular style lip balm or with SPF 15. PABA-free, it is made in the USA and FDA-approved.

The SPF 15 version offers UVA/UVB protection to keep lips healthy and soft. Can’t decide on a flavor? No problem! You can mix and match at 125 pieces per flavor at no additional cost.

    • Blue: Blueberry Cobbler
    • Light Green: Apple Pie, Spearmint
    • Natural: Peppermint Candy Cane, Pina Colada, Vanilla Bean, Chocolate Sundae
    • Light Orange: Passion Fruit, Tropical Punch
    • Pink: Bubble Gum
    • Light Pink: Wild Cherry, Strawberry Shortcake
    • Light Red: Pomegranate
    • Natural: Unflavored

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All Natural Beeswax Lip Balm

Made with all natural beeswax, our semi-translucent All Natural Beeswax Lip Balm – One Color Imprints – 24 Flavors starts at 34¢ per piece and is made in the USA, FDA approved, and PABA and Paraben Free. Available in 24 delicious flavors, you can mix and match flavors at 100 pieces per flavor. Choose from the following flavors:

Acai Berry, Apple, Asian Pear, Blackberry, Blueberry, Citrus, Cotton Candy, Double Mint, Grape, Green Tea, Honey, Hot Chocolate Marshmallow, Mango, Maple Cinnamon, Mixed berry, Natural/Unflavored, Peppermint, Piña Colada, Pink Lemonade, Pomegranate, Strawberry Banana, Sugar Cookie, Tropical Punch, or Vanilla.

 

SPF 15 Lip Balm w/ Vitamin E & Aloe – Full Color Imprint

Another lip balm product favored by Dentists, our SPF 15 Lip Balm w/ Vitamin E & Aloe – Full Color Imprint starts at 46¢ per piece. This popular lip balm offers UVA/UVB protection from the sun, while keeping them moisturized and supple. With a full-color process, choose from a metallic or white decal to showcase your logo. This custom lip balm also offers Dental Themed Stock Design Labels you can add your business name to if you don’t have your own graphics.

Available in 17 flavors and unflavored, you can mix and match flavors at 100 pieces per flavor. Choose from Apple, Bubble Gum, Cherry, Chocolate, Citrus, Coconut, Mint, Natural/Unflavored, Peach, Passion Fruit, Pomegranate, Raspberry, Root Beer, Spearmint, Strawberry, Vanilla, Vanilla/Watermelon, or Watermelon.

Holiday Gift Giving for Customers and Employees

The holiday season is a great time for businesses to show appreciation to customers and employees for their loyalty. Without either of these groups, your company would not be operational! While you are always looking out for new customers, keeping current ones happy is important. Repeat business is the key to long-lasting success.

And of course, you always want to include your employees. Sales might bring in the money, but happy employees are key to making your business run smoothly and efficiently. When you show employees that you care about and appreciate them, they will be happier in their work which is reflected in their attitude, and the way they treat customers. It’s also important for employee retention – a content employee is a long-term employee.

 

What makes a great gift?

When choosing branded gifts, whether for customers or employees, think about the quality of the item and the reusability factor. While small trinkets and items are great for promotions throughout the year, holiday gifts should be something that makes them say “wow”!

Studies have shown that when you give a customer a promotional gift, they tend to keep those gifts for 5 years or more! And of course, each time they use your gift they will think of your business, creating a reminder so they will call you when they are once again in the market for your services or products.

 

Gifts that Last

The best holiday gifts are ones that can be used over and over again. Repeat impressions are key to successful marketing, and that includes branded holiday gifts. Below are a few ideas for promotional gifts that are ideal for both customers and employees.

 

Drinkware

Custom drinkware makes a great promotional gift and is an easy way to keep your name in front of people throughout the day. The Custom Drinkware Store has a wonderful selection of sports bottles, koozies, glassware, and stainless steel drinkware.

16 Oz. Denali Stainless Steel Thermos – Stainless Steel with a screw-on, spill-resistant lid, and pop-up lid for pouring, this thermos has double-walled construction and is ideal for hot coffee as well as cold beverages like iced tea and water.

20 Oz. Full Color Stainless Steel Himalayan Tumbler with Antimicrobial Additive – featuring built-in antimicrobial properties to prevent germs and bacteria from forming on the cup, this stainless steel tumbler has a 4-color process wrap to create a one-of-a-kind gift that people can immediately associate with your brand.

Bags

A custom bag gives the recipient a useful and long-lasting gift with many uses. At The Custom Bag Store, we offer a varied selection of bags to meet every need.

Deluxe Sports Duffel Bag – This handsome duffel bag sports has several pockets and a shoe compartment to hold everything you need for a trip to the gym or weekend getaway, and features a generous size imprint to showcase your logo.

Manhattan Tote Bag – this stylish tote comes with a unique checkered pattern with Black, Blue, or Silver Accents and a Black or Brown pouch. It’s ideal for carrying groceries, work supplies, and books.

 

Umbrellas

A custom umbrella can be used year-round, and it’s one of the few items that you can use to promote your brand that will give your brand a broader reach. Every time someone uses a promotional umbrella with your logo, not only will they think of your company but they are advertising your product to everyone around them each time they use it. Check out our complete line at the Custom Umbrella Store.

46″ Auto Open & Close Reversa Inversion Folding Umbrella – The intelligent design makes it easy to open and close and is designed not only to protect you from rain but also from a rain-soaked umbrella. When not in use, it folds to only 13″ long so that it fits almost anywhere.

46″ Auto Open Reflective Iridescence Umbrella – featuring a generous imprint area, you can promote your brand while offering users a safe way to travel in the rain. This umbrella features a reflective iridescence canopy so others can easily see you when the skies are gray.

A Personal Touch

No matter what gift you decide on this holiday season, you can always add a personal touch to make it even more special. If you are wrapping your gifts, consider adding a Custom Lip Balm, Hand Sanitizer, or Promotional Pen to the bow so they know just who the gift is from! You can also add a gift tag to these items and attach it to the gift if you decide not to wrap them individually.

 

Why Marketing with Promotional Giveaways Works

Creating a promotional giveaway with custom-branded products is a wonderful way to gain attention. A promotional giveaway is where a business gives away free products featuring its company logo to customers and potential customers to attract new business and build customer loyalty. It’s a way that allows you to connect with your current customers, and attract the attention of potential new customers.

 

Promotional Giveaways are Cost-Effective

Promotional giveaways are a low-cost, yet effective way to leave a lasting impression and keep your brand on the minds of your target audience. It’s cheaper and more effective than standard advertising and allows you to connect with your target audience.

Most people keep a promotional gift for an average of one year or longer depending on the product. Something like stainless steel drinkware or an umbrella will last for years, giving you extended exposure.

 

Creating Brand Recognition

In addition to keeping your name on the minds of your customers, it’s a great way to attract new customers. Others will see your custom product being used, and it will pique their interest and prompt them to reach out to your company to inquire about your business and its services.

 

Customer Appreciation

Promotional giveaways are ideal for showing your customers how much you appreciate them and their business. When people feel appreciated, it will increase their loyalty to your company. Items that people can use every day, like custom drinkware, is a great way to keep your name front and center so your brand is ever present on their mind.

 

Promotional Products that Work

While most custom products are a great way to promote your brand, some products do work better than others. Items such as custom bags, drinkware, pens, lip balm, umbrellas, and hand sanitizer are more effective than a one-use gimmick or gad items such as fidget spinners, stress toys, or other items that wear out or break easily.

When considering the kind of promotional product you want to represent your brand, consider long-lasting and useful items. Almost everyone owns a promotional pen or drinkware product. Why? Because they work. For instance, stainless steel drinkware is something that everyone can use, and use often. Drinkware that is versatile and can be used for both hot and cold beverages will give you more exposure than a plastic cup.

You also need to consider your audience. If you are a sports-related brand you might want to use a sports water bottle that can be used during workouts or while playing sports, or even hiking or biking.

 

The Bottom Line

No matter what type of business you are in, you can benefit from promotional giveaways. Whether you are attending tradeshows, hosting an event, or just looking for a way to show your customers how much you appreciate their business, promotional products are a winning marketing idea.

Promotional products are also a great way to show employee appreciation. And when you give your employees brand merchandise, they will often give it to a friend or family, giving you even more exposure.

Fundraising with Promotional Products

Fundraising is an essential part of running many organizations, especially charities, as they would simply not exist without being able to raise money in order to properly provide their services. Schools, sports teams, and other organizations are also often required to raise funds so they can afford to buy books, sporting equipment, and more.

Custom promotional products are a great way to raise funds for any organization, and there are several ways to go about it. From planning special events to basic fundraising, any business or charity can benefit from a successful fundraiser.

Charities often hold local events, inviting the public to come to learn about what they do. This is a great time to set up booths to sell products featuring your charity’s logo. Custom drinkware, cleaning cloths, bags, lip balm, hand sanitizer, and pens are ideal for events such as this. You can order a large variety of items, and setup up a table or booth at any entrance, so people have a chance to buy your merchandise as they come and go during the event. These same products are wonderful to give to people who donate to your cause or sell in an on-site store.

Schools and sporting clubs can also benefit from fundraising with promotional products. Below are several ways you can quickly and easily raise money for your school or sports team.

Concession Stands and Sporting Events

    • Stadium Cups – fill the cup with the patron’s choice of drink
    • Sports Bottles – great for sports drinks
    • Bottled Water – why sell bottled water with someone else’s logo?
    • Koozies – inexpensive, easy to carry, and a customer favorite
    • Sunglasses and Sunscreen – perfect for daytime sporting events

School and Company Stores

    • Stainless Steel Tumblers – customer favorites, and they last for years
    • Hand Sanitizer – a must for today’s world to stay healthy and virus free
    • Lip Balm – keep lips soft and moist in the dry air of an office
    • Pens – everyone uses them – they might as well be promoting your business while they write
    • Key Tags – perfect for an extra set of keys
    • Tote Bags or Gym Bags – great for carrying
    • Cleaning Cloths – keep your electronic devices free from fingerprints and smudges

There is so much you can do to raise money for your cause. We have a great selection of promotional products to fit every need. And with the lowest prices online, you can easily make a profit on every item you sell.

Every product we sell is customized with your graphics. We offer one, two, three, and full-color imprints, depending on the product. Each product specifies its imprint requirements so you know exactly what you are getting!

Check out all of our stores at PromotionalWebstores.com to order everything you need to raise money for your next event!

The History of Lip Balm

Lip balm was been around for thousands of years! Lip balm was used by Egyptians as far back as 40 BC, including Queen Cleopatra and the pharaohs of Ancient Egypt. Made with beeswax, olive oil, honey, and animal fat, these same natural ingredients are still used today.

US History

In the 1800s, a woman named Lydia Maria child wrote a book called The American Frugal Housewife. In her book, she wrote “Those who are troubled with cracked lips have found this earwax remedy successful when others have failed. It is one of those sorts of cures, which are very likely to be laughed at; but I know of its having produced very beneficial results.”

While this was not something most people were keen on trying, in 1859 a 22 year-old British chemist named Robert Chesebrough traveled to Titusville, Pennsylvania, where he learned about a natural, waxy ingredient with visible skin-repairing properties that helped to heal and soothe cuts and burns. Inspired, Chesebrough began working with petroleum and in 1865, Chesebrough created petroleum jelly. In 1870, he introduced a new product called “Wonder Jelly”, which was officially changed to Vaseline® Jelly in 1872.

In 1880, a physician named Charles Brown Fleet created the first lip balm, which later became the well-known brand “ChapStick”.

The 1900s

The 1900s brought about some of the most famous lip balm brands still used today.

    • 1937 – Alfred Woelbing creates Carmex to treat cold sores
    • 1947 – Blistex created a medicated lip balm to not only soothe lips but also contained a numbing agent to relieve pain
    • 1969 – Kiehl’s Lip Balm #1 is launched
    • 1973 – Bonne Bell creates the first flavored lip balm known as “Lip Smackers”
    • 1991 – The first beeswax-based lip balm was created by Burt’s Bees, and today remains one of the world’s best-selling lip balms

Lip Balm Today

In 2006, EOS (Evolution of Smooth) founder Jonathan Teller, created an egg-shaped lip balm made with 95% organic ingredients. EOS quickly became a best-selling lip balm with its aromatic and tasty lip balm contained in a colorful egg.

Today, there are numerous lip balm companies and products on the market. The most popular natural ingredients include beeswax, cocoa butter, honey, shea butter, and natural oils including coconut, sunflower, peppermint, or canola.

The Benefits of Using Lip Balm

The benefits of using lip balm daily are many. Not just for winter, lip balm is a great product to use every day. It moisturizes, protects, and hydrates, keeping lips soft and supple while providing protection against wind and dry air. It soothes and heals already dry and cracked lips while helping prevent them from getting chapped again. Lip balm is ideal for use at night and helps protect new skin cells while you sleep. It also provides a smooth base and helps lipstick last longer when used as a primer. 

Lip balms containing SPF are a necessity for protection from the sun, providing protection from UVA and UVB rays, and helping prevent sunburn and sun damage, and even cancer. Lip balm also helps prevent aging and reduce wrinkles around the lips.

The popularity of lip balm today is ever-growing. There are many brands, with a myriad of flavors and styles, guaranteeing that there is a lip balm for everyone!

Lip balm is also an effective and affordable way to promote any business or promotional event. Visit the Custom Lip Balm Store today to get started!

Combating Cold and Flu Season with Custom Hand Sanitizer

The fall season has arrived, and with it comes the beginning of Cold and Flu Season. If you run a business, you know the importance of keeping employees and families healthy. A sick employee means production will be down, creating a greater workload on your other employees. And the chances of it spreading throughout the office to other employees is almost guaranteed!

Another concern is the holiday season. Staff during the holiday season is always a concern as many people will want time off to spend with family and for vacation, leaving you with a minimized staff. Add to that the spread of colds and viruses leaves you even more short-handed, you will struggle to keep everything flowing as it normally does. With these thoughts in mind, you will want to do everything you can to ensure your employees stay healthy.

A great way to help keep your employees, as well as customers and clients, as healthy as possible is by providing hand sanitizer for everyone to use in your offices. Strategically placed pump bottled hand sanitizers are an effective way to protect people from the germs and bacteria that will run rampant throughout your entire office.

With one at the reception desk, guests and employees alike can cleanse their hands when they walk into your office. It’s also a good idea to have them in the busier parts of the office where employees tend to gather or spend a lot of time. Placing a bottle of hand sanitizer near the copier, printers, breakroom, and restrooms will severely cut down on illnesses in, and out, of the office.

To take precautions even further, consider providing each employee a smaller bottle or two to keep at their desk or in a briefcase or bag so they can use it throughout the day, even when they are out of the office. Take them to clients, leave them with their receptionist, or give them a bottle when they visit your office. Everyone who enters their office will see your company logo and know that you care about the welfare of your clients and customers. With our hand sanitizer under $1, you can easily afford to give everyone their own bottle.

Tradeshows and company-sponsored events are another wonderful way to showcase your brand on hand sanitizer while helping to stop the spread of cold and flu bacteria. With all the hand-shaking and product touching, you need to add a layer of protection to help keep everyone from getting ill. Custom hand sanitizer makes a wonderful promotional gift and is one that all attendees will appreciate. Keeping a pump bottle at your table so your employees and visitors to your table can freshen up is pretty much a necessity.

The more you can do to prevent colds and viruses from spreading, the healthier your employees, business, and family will be. Be sure to stock up so you have plenty on hand. It’s going to be a long winter!