I am always on the look out for new personal care products that fit into my groovy green lifestyle. I have spent endless hours researching brands and trying different products. Some work and some don’t. Miessence is put to the test Erin Ely of Miessence was kind enough to send me a sampling of products…
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Formaldehyde Found in Wrinkle-Free Clothing
By now you’ve heard about Bisphenol A (BPA), the hormone mimicking chemical linked to cancer. It has been found on dollar bills, canned foods , and cash register receipts. According to The New York Times , there’s more bad news-another carcinogen, formaldehyde, could be lurking in and on our wrinkle-free products including: clothing, curtains, sheets…
10 Ways to Green Up Your Holidays
The Holidays undoubtedly challenge our “greenness”. Reduce, reuse and recycle can get pushed aside while we succumb to overeating, overspending and overdoing. With some effort it is possible for the holidays and a green lifestyle to coexist. There are a few simple ways to reduce your carbon footprint while enjoying all that the holidays have…
Non-Toxic Nail Polish
As our fingers and toes go into hibernation under warm winter gloves and closed toed shoes the mani-pedi business is still going strong. Many are heading to spas and salons for a little extra pampering to ease the stress that comes along with the holiday season. Did you ever stop to question the safety of…
Green Battery Guide for the Holidays
This year I had a few goals in mind when buying gifts for my family: Keep it simple Buy gifts without a lot of packaging materials Use my reusable bags as much as possible Try to buy things that don’t need batteries The only major mishap was the shocking realization on Tuesday that Hanukkah started…
Got Lice?
I knew it was inevitable. The dread is back. After a long summer with no mention of lice, today I received confirmation that they have made their way back onto the heads of countless children. I can now legitimately wonder if today will be the day that they enter my home for the very first…
RESULTS OF THE ROTORCAPS GIVEAWAY
A big THANK YOU to everyone that entered the ROTORCAPS pendant GIVEAWAY. The contest closed late last night and the random drawing was held-thank you to my husband for his phenomenal random drawing skills. Are you ready for the winner? Drum roll please……….Kristina!!! Kristina has been notified by email and her pendant will be delivered…
