"The-New-Second-Hand-Smoke" The information on the toxic effects of chemical fragrances is exploding in the health industry. "The-New-Second-Hand-Smoke" is what people are now calling perfumes and colognes. The fumes linger for hours and are not only hazardous to the users, but bystanders as well. Ever notice the increase of signs in public waiting places, "No Scents Please"? This is because inhaling these invisible petrochemicals, containing hormone-disrupting phthalates, can cause a slew of damage to our nervous systems. Here are a few... Respiratory: allergic and non-allergic asthma,…

“Why Do My Hands Crack and Bleed?”  We admit the answer is complicated: Your DNA, climate, environment, food intake, and whatever touches your skin. Might be a form of eczema of which there is no known cure. It is often advised: “With eczema on your hands, use cortisone and unscented soap.” “CortisoneFor itchy skinsEven though we know it thinsUse Steroid cream sparinglyAlong with Soap Unscented’” The advice is to use the steroid cream sparingly. But what about the ‘soap unscented’? Unscented soap means free of synthetic fragrance. Using a soap without fragrance is wise.  What they do not tell…

7 amazing Earth to Body products with calendula You may know calendula as marigold, the ‘herb’ of the sun.  The Romans apparently named calendula in the 12th century observing that the flower bloomed on the first day of each month (calends). This lovely yellow/orange blossom was a symbol of happiness and used regularly in cooking and healing medicines. Full of antioxidants, this flower contains the miracle anti-inflammatory, antibacterial healing properties we so desire. Why we add calendula to our skin care products Baby salve: Calendula is renowned for soothing diaper rash. How sweet is…

Step into the showerA black soap greets youStone lookingYet softer, sensual, scentless but notA touch to the skinEliciting a smileA caress that cleanses Knowing that charcoal is a good thingAnd clay, a roll in the mudYou get to playA slide and glideAn all over, no fuss Perfect skin sensation With a touch of tulsiThe holy basil of IndiaDisinfect. Soothe. Cool.You start to sing  And castor oil for perfectionMoisturizing, rich, healing magicA gourmet blend into the skin Add organic olive and coconut oilProtection. Prevention. Perfection.Now YOU are the ‘connoisseur’ of soaps An experience like…

If the world were more honest, this would be a typical toothpaste advertisement.  BUY our Toothy Toxic A toxic toothpaste containing:FluorideTriclosanSodium Lauryl SulphatePropylene GlycolDEAMicrobeadsArtificial Sweeteners  Brighten. Whiten. Clean.Brush, floss and poison twice daily Try to avoid swallowing any of the toothpaste as the toxins can remain in your system. The Unreliable Toothpaste Company  _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ I used regular toothpaste for years and…

Newborns and sensitive skin are a given.  Keeping baby’s skin healthy is an important consideration. We believe in natural baby skin care.  We believe less is more. A newborn needs minimal in body lotions and creams.  Most experts advise to avoid drying baby powders, perfumes, dyes, phthalates, and parabens. Most newborn babies do not need immediate skin care.  It is often advised to not even bathe a newborn for the first week.  Baby’s skin, if dry and flaky, most often will shed itself.  Nature at work.  The diaper area needs cleansing, of course. Warm water alone and/or a natural soap are…

If you're anything like me, packing for a trip requires making lists, strategic planning, packing and unpacking and re-packing a few (million) times. I always end up either bringing too much or not enough. It's difficult to know what you will need while travelling and what you can do without. In the end, I have decided it's better to have more than enough than finding yourself sans shampoo or an extra pair of clean undies... but bringing too much stuff just means lugging around a huge bag which is also a nuisance. I have yet to perfect my wardrobe choice, but my cosmetic case is light and…

Mineral Oil Definition: Noun: a distillation product of petroleum, especially one used as a lubricant, moisturizer, or laxative. The Debate: Is mineral oil safe for the skin? Finding the answer can be confusing. Some say yes. Some say no. We do our research and...  We say NO. Mineral oil is petroleum based and offers no nutritious benefits to the skin.  It might be ‘considered’ safe but that is not a solid reason to use it. What does ‘safe' truly mean and who decides? If the skin is a living organ it should be well fed... Petroleum is not a good food for the skin. Back in 2003, Paula Begoun…