Interested in making some DIY beauty products and lotions in order to stay chemical-free? You’ll probably come across some recipes that ask for natural emulsifiers. But what are they? This post may contain affiliate links, which means I may be compensated if you decide to make a purchase. You can read our full disclosure here. …
Considering what kind of sippy cup to buy for your baby? Many parents begin to transition their baby to a sippy cup between the ages of 6-12 months and continue to use them well into the toddler years. With a product seeing that much daily use – it’s important to pick non-toxic cups that don’t …
Little girls often want to be just like mommy! For many kids, this means showing an interest in beauty products like makeup and nail polish. Unfortunately, since most moms are familiar with the headache-inducing experience of breathing in fumes during a day at the nail salon, you may be a bit hesitant to celebrate this …
Do you use a face serum? Many women do. They help nourish and hydrate your skin with an infusion of vitamins and other natural ingredients, and many specialty serums claim to help with everything from aging to acne. A good all-natural face serum can be very beneficial for your skin, but there are some things …
Most of us shower every day (or at least several times per week for those super busy new moms), but you may not worry too much about the products you use to wash your skin. Some synthetic ingredients are completely harmless, while others can build up over time and contribute to a toxic load that’s …
If you’ve ever felt the familiar itch of a dry, flaky scalp – you’re not alone. Approximately 20% of Americans struggle with dandruff. Unfortunately, many of the traditional products on the market to treat dandruff are toxic and harmful to more than just the yeast that causes dandruff on your head! So how can you …
When embarking on a more sustainable lifestyle, one of the easiest changes you can make in your arsenal of home and personal care products is laundry detergent. There are a few things you should consider when you purchase zero-waste laundry detergent though. Here are our top tips and favorite brands. Zero Waste Laundry Detergent Dropps …
Mascara is the one makeup product that I can’t live without. Putting it on instantly makes me feel more put together, even if I’m just walking to the mailbox. Many traditional mascaras have chemicals in them that can be bad for our health though, which is why I’ve switched to using non-toxic mascara instead. If …
If you’ve just had a baby or you’re working on your baby registry for a new little one that’s on the way, you may be inundated by the vast selection of products available, one of them being baby dish soap. You’re not alone. Convenience and drug stores fill their shelves with a variety of products …
Finding non-toxic makeup at Target and other conventional retailers is more difficult than it should be. But I think things are getting a little better. At the time of this post, Target actually has an entire section on their website dedicated to “clean” makeup and beauty products. I’ve noticed other retailers, including Amazon and Sephora, …
About a year ago, I started the “curly girl method” because I was tired of frizzy hair that I could only seem to manage with heat products. My hair was getting super damaged, and I was willing to try anything to make it healthy again. One of the most-used products for curly girls is leave-in …
I’ve been using makeup remover for as long as I can remember. Specifically, I’ve always loved using makeup remover wipes. It’s just so easy to pull out a little cloth that’s already moist and filled with makeup remover and then just throw it away when you’re done! But is it healthy for you? (It’s certainly …
