In the midst of summer, we all coat our skin in a thick layer of pale white sunscreen in order to stay a little safer from the sun’s harmful UV rays (or at least we should). But how are we supposed to get that gorgeous summer glow when we’re constantly lathering that stuff on? Enter …
Many toxic ingredients lurk in American cosmetic products, even years after Europe and other countries banned them. In fact, the EU has banned over 1,000 substances from use in cosmetics while the FDA has only banned a handful of these toxic chemicals. Unfortunately, this means a lot of the legwork is up to you as …
Pregnancy is a beautiful thing. You’re “glowing” with excitement to meet your little one, and you’re probably doing all that you can to prepare for them. It’s truly an amazing thing—and definitely not easy on your body. But if there’s one thing that isn’t “easy” about pregnancy (besides vomiting, mood swings, and heartburn), it’s that …
You want the best for your skin, so you’ve undoubtedly seen a variety of beauty products all claiming to be “clean,” “green,” and “natural.” They’re all enticing to purchase because they seem like a better alternative than the conventional beauty products that may contain toxins. But what do these terms really mean? What’s the difference …
Non-toxic living can sometimes be tough, but when it comes to shopping for natural, organic, and non-toxic cosmetics, are you up for a challenge? Luckily we are starting to see more natural options emerge on the market, but those labels can be difficult to decipher. Today we are talking about the best non-toxic foundation based …
Whether you are trying to repair a cracked nail or you have decided you are going to DIY your nails for a salon look, you are going to need nail glue. As a mom who is a little crunchy, I have been on the hunt for non-toxic nail glue. It’s been really hard to find …
Hey, guys: just because soap is natural doesn’t mean it’s less manly! As we dug through the internet to find the best natural soap for men, we found some amazing products and company missions! Not only are we talking about some of the best brands but also ingredients that you should avoid and why. This …
Taking a bath is such a great experience. I don’t get to do it very often, but I love that “me” time when I can get it. Warm water, bubbles, and a non-toxic scented candle create an atmosphere that offers ultimate relaxation. Have you ever used a bath bomb? They’re so fun to use, and …
We’ve talked about facial serums and night creams, but many women use a special eye cream too. If you’re one of those women, drop those potentially toxic eye creams that you’re using and make room in your makeup drawer for the best organic eye cream instead! We’ve found 6 of our favorites and broken them …
Dry shampoo is a common necessity these days. We live in a fast-paced world, and if you’re a busy mom, you likely use it on a fairly regular basis. As a curly girl with 2C/3A hair, I use dry shampoo at least once per week. Unfortunately, however, many dry shampoos can have some nasty chemicals …
If you’re a makeup lover who regularly reads the ingredients on your products, you may have heard of mica before. It’s a very popular ingredient in makeup products (and many other things), but you may not know exactly what it is. Let’s dig into mica a bit further. What is it? Is it safe for …
Have you ever poked yourself in the eye when you are applying your eyeliner? We would say that this has happened to almost every woman who wears makeup. Not only does it hurt, but it starts to water, and during that time it becomes impossible to finish putting on eyeliner. At that moment, were you …
