The days are getting longer and sunnier, which increases the need for sunscreen. Yet with so many unsafe ingredients popping up in everything it is hard to find products that are safe.
KINeSYS sunscreen has been voted the safest and most effective sunscreen by the Cosmetics Databaseafter investigated over 1000 sunscreens. KINeSYS is also a proud signer of The Compact for Safe Cosmetics and strives to be a carbon neutral company. Their bottles are even made from 100% recyclable, BPA free plastic and they avoid excess packaging whenever possible. [read the full article...]
Oh Plah! is French for “Here you go!”. This nifty bracelet is a colorful addition for a fashion forward Mama and does double duty as a toy to entertain a fussy baby. Oh Plah! is free of lead, PVC, BPA, and phthalates.
My kids were always wanting to play with whatever was attached to my body and sometimes we ran out of the house without stashing a toy or two in the bag, so wearing a safe toy would have been a great help in our world.
There are no small or movable parts on this bracelet… it is one piece of durable, flexible material. The bands are designed to stand up to lots of bending and chomping. It can be cleaned up simply by washing in warm, soapy water. In addition to being free of nasty chemicals, this bracelet meets or exceeds all CPSIA regulations and it is made in the U.S.A. [read the full article...]
In the wake of EWG’s report that found formaldehyde and 1,4-dioxane in “gentle baby products, a major Chinese grocery chain is pulling Johnson & Johnson baby products from their shelves.
Nonggongshan Supermarkets Corporation (Bless you!), based in Shanghai, said the concern over carcinogens pushed them to make the choice.
We have to be responsible to consumers and suspend sales of these products until they are proved safe.
Anyone else think it’s ironic that a store in China is making the move to protect consumers faster than any here in the States?
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Finally, guys don’t have to use the ladies’ all natural goodies that smell like fruit and flowers and other essential oil yummies. Guys now have their own eco-skin care products.
Every Man Jack is a line of naturally-derived grooming products made just for the guys. [read the full article...]
See that profile pic of me? The hair? Yeah, my tresses are long. Long as in, close to touching the pronounced rump.
That must take a whole lot of time to care for, right? Wrong.
I have a hair confession: I shampoo less than the average American.
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I’ve long been a fan of ECOBAGS®, so I was excited to see their adorable natural Loofah Art scrubbers.
Loofah-Art® products are completely eco-friendly, 100% bio-degradable and fabricated from a sustanable agricultural crop. Natural scrubbers for your natural home. Delightful designs for your kitchen and bath. Did you know that Loofah is a plant? The loofah used in all of these whimsically designed scrubbers has been naturally grown and processed.
At only $3.99 for a pair of ECOBAGS® loofah scrubbers, these cuties are affordable. Loofah is great for both the kitchen and personal care. In the kitchen, loofah scrubbers clean stubborn pots and pans, but they are gentle enough to wash fruits and vegetables. In the bathroom, loofah scrubbers exfoliate and encourage new cell growth. [read the full article...]
Michigan is colder than cold this winter and that leads to dry skin and chapped lips, so lip balms are a must. Too bad almost any that you pick up are loaded with petrochemicals and other toxic no-nos. That stuff doesn’t belong on your lips or anywhere else on your body. Then there are the natural balms that are made with beeswax, those can pose problems for people with bee related allergies. I’ve found a natural solution with flavors both kids and parents will adore. Crazy Rumors offers all natural and vegan lip balms enriched with vitamins and natural flavors. [read the full article...]
Cloth Diapering is often the choice for Eco-friendly moms; it keeps diapers out of the landfills, but we often overlook the disposable baby wipes. Now you have the option to go with cloth wipes with Miessence Baby Bottom Cleansing Gel.
It is the perfect accompaniment to cloth diapering and keeping paper out of landfills. Also with harsh chemicals that disposeable wipes are laden with; it’s also a natural and healthy choice. Being certified Organic is an extra plus. According to Miessence:
A very gentle, yet effective cleanser for nappy change time. Soothing organic marshmallow, chamomile and calendula clam and soothe baby’s sensitive skin. Organic aloe vera inner leaf gel and yucca juice gently cleanse and soothe baby’s bottom. A hint of organic vanilla helps neutralize odors. Gentle enough for newborns. [read the full article...]
The days are getting longer and sunnier, which increases the need for sunscreen. Yet with so many unsafe ingredients popping up in everything it is hard to find products that are safe.
