As ladies and lads, we’ve all experienced the annoying twinge of the occasional chafe (whether we choose to admit it or not). If you are one of the rare blessed beings who is unfamiliar with this phenomenon, chafing is an irritation caused by skin rubbing together or against clothing. Doctors say that the best way …
The “clean beauty” industry has lately been under attack for fear mongering among consumers, for banning ingredients on their “no” lists that others claim are fine to use, and for spreading mis-leading terminology like “chemical-free”. Clean beauty has been a significant achievement as it has supported an awakening among consumers to be more aware …
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I still cannot believe it’s been over a year (pre-pandemic times, oh my!) since I volunteered with sorting items to be processed and priced at Goodwill. One by one, I went through clothing donations, inspecting their condition and evaluating each piece, making the call on what could be sold in-store. Although this experience sometimes feels …
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One of the most vital and often underrated bag stuffers for the whole year –especially summertime– is an SPF that works to actively protect your beloved skin. We find it extremely important to have a go-to sunscreen that can be trusted inside the bottle and out. This year we’re searching for mineral-based formulas that block …
Reading labels to find the best products for us can be confusing and crazy. To help with this inevitably complicated task, we’ve put together a list of all the “clean” labels you should be aware of in both cosmetics and food products. Hopefully now we can all be a bit more educated on how ethically …
It’s becoming more and more evident that we have reached a point of no return regarding the amount of discarded plastic entering our environment, 50% of the 380 million tons produced a year are single-use plastics, entering our world with a purpose that lasts seconds, and then entering the ocean forevermore and killing 1 million …
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As beautiful as the beauty industry can be, unfortunately, it leaves behind a massive plastic footprint. The industry’s mess, often masked by inspiring imagery and hushed realities, is a massive carbon and pollution footprint sourced from packaging, laminations, and ingredients containing harmful microplastics. Just the packaging alone adds up to a global impact of 120 …
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Do you still need a last-minute Mothers Day gift to show your mom how much you love her? Trying to lavish your mom like she deserves but also trying to be eco-friendly and plastic-free? We got you covered! Here are our 7 favorites Mothers Day gift ideas ideal for any budget! 1. A Homemade Card …
A better rule of thumb: if you wouldn’t eat it, don’t apply it to your skin. Given the thousands of chemicals found in the products lining bathroom counters and store shelves, scanning ingredient lists and identifying each and every one that could pose a threat is challenging, to say the least. So, to start, …
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Are you layering like a pro? The order that you apply skincare makes a real and significant difference to your skin. If you’re not following that order, it could be compromising the overall efficacy of your routine. And why buy the most effective products if you’re not going to use them in the most effective …
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