I started Lycaena (Ly-see-na) Naturals because I believe that all natural is better. Why the name Lycaena Naturals you ask? A Lycaena is a brialliantly colored butterfly, and that is also the symbol for Lupus. You see, Lupus has never skipped a generation on my mothers side of the family. By naming my company the way I did, it allows me to educate people about Lupus and also about the hand made all natural products that I make. We have way too many chemicals out there and need to get back to basics. Well, that is what I do. I hand make all natural soaps, bath salts, salt scrubs, facial scrubs, and baby products. New this Spring, will be an all natural facial toner. I began my company in 2011, and it is now growing! I have three independant stores that sell my products. One in Lambertville New Jersey, and two in Oxford Michigan; I also work the Oxford Farmers Market. I have been making everything in my kitchen, but its time to complete my shop in the basement as I have outgrown my kitchen. That is where you can help; I am not looking for the big of all big. I just need a place dedicated to making my products and storing them. It won't take a huge amount of money to set up. I'm asking for $3000.00, that would set me up perfect and just for what I need. I know that my business will continue to grow, and hope to see that happen. The products that I make are a luxury product but are kept affordable. I am not out to make a million dollars, although that would be nice. I just want people to experience the products I have and enjoy them. My soaps all come with a hand embossed label, I buy premium un-refinded sea salts from around the world, and I use only the best ingredients. I do NOT use colorants, or fragrances, just essential oils and botanicals. So if you are able, this would make my dream come true. You can see my products on Etsy or on Facebook, and I have a five star rating. Here are the links for the two sites: https://www.facebook.com/LycaenaNaturals and www.etsy.com/shop/LycaenaNaturals be sure to look at the product photo albums on facebook and read the ingredients. I'm sure you will love them. Any dollar amount is helpful. Lycaena Naturals will donate 10% of the donations to the Amster Lupus Fund. Let's get Lycaena Naturals off the ground and running full speed! Thank you for your support! www.gofundme.com/LycaenaNaturals Virginia Guindon Lycaena Naturals