The Times Herald (Norristown, PA)
General in Boston
For every Blister Blocker ordered on the company website, “Solemates” will donate the same to hospitals dedicated to receiving COVID-19 patients.
“Solemates”s has long offered its Blister Blocker as a solution to prevent blisters and chafing caused by shoes. The natural, non-toxic formula, which is also environmentally friendly, offers the timely added benefit of preventing painful mask chafing on the face.
To date, “Solemates” has donated to over two dozen hospitals nationwide including Mount Sinai in NYC, Pennsylvania Hospital in Philadelphia, and Massachusetts
Following Memorial Day weekend, Lankenau Hospital and Main Line Health frontline medical teams will be added as beneficiaries for their everyday dedication to saving patients infected by the novel coronavirus.
As “Solemates” cofounder Brown emphasizes, “The sacrifices that our healthcare workers are making to save lives and keep us all safe are unprecedented. We hope that our products can provide some comfort to these heroes who are battling the greatest health crisis of our time.” About the brand: After earning MBA’s from Columbia University, Rebecca Brown and her business partner Monica Ferguson founded the brand “Solemates” because they, and many other women, were frustrated by common footwear problems and were committed to finding solutions.
An award-winning consumer goods company, “Solemates” is best known for its signature patented high heel protector featured on Shark Tank. Notable clients include Oprah, Carrie Underwood, and Demi Lovato.
“Solemates” ‘ line of shoe care products includes the Blister Blocker (original, sport, and kids versions), Weather Protectors, Deodorizers, Leather Salves, and Insoles. All formulations are natural, cruelty-free, free from toxins, and made in the U.S.A.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, “Solemates” products are available on the company website https:// thesolemates.com/ as well as through Amazon and in various CVS locations.