What does hair conditioner, your favorite white t-shirt, food packaging, and laundry detergent have in common? They all could potentially contain optical brighteners! Optical brighteners are a pesky class of synthetic chemicals with negative health and environmental effects that manufacturers love adding…
As the last days of August are upon us, it’s likely you’ve had lots of summer fun in the sun! That might mean your skin could use a good ol’ exfoliation with an all natural, organic body scrub. This is…
What does toothpaste, bedding, toys, dish soap, and facial wash all have in common? They could all potentially contain Triclosan! Triclosan is an antibacterial and bacteriocidal agent that is added to an insane number of consumer goods from cleaning products…
Our family just enjoyed a trip to Washington, D.C., for the most part, that is. With 100° temps and humid nights we were unlucky enough to encounter mosquitoes. Lots of them. Unfortunately, my daughter has what could almost be considered…
Did you know that in addition to that bottle of sunscreen, eating some raw cocoa can boost your skin’s ability to fight UV radiation? A German study published in the American Society for Nutrition Journal showed that ingesting high flavanol-rich…
As I watched a dozen or so bees buzz around the borage flowers in my herb garden, I was reminded of how vital bees are to our environment, our health, and of course, our beauty. After all, they’re responsible for creating…
Tea for sunburns? Yes, tea. The next time you get a burn, raid your tea cupboard. Black tea, blackberry, and raspberry leaf tea are especially good since they have tannins in them which have anti-inflammatory effects and help heal burns, especially oozing…
Happen to be making some guacamole? Don’t forget to set some avocado aside for a little facial TLC. This mask will leave your skin feeling out of this world with its hydrating and moisturizing properties! It’s one of my favorites…