The biggest organ of your body is the skin. It keeps you safe every day, but are you also protecting it? Our health may be affected by the fact that our bodies absorb what we put on them directly into our cells. Sometimes, not immediately, but over time, an accumulation of toxic chemicals can cause irreversible…
Nicole
Conditioner
We all want that silky smooth hair that is healthy and free from split ends and frizz. And of course, we want this achieved without the use of all the awful chemically filled products, am I right? Well, I am here to help you with that. If you have already viewed my shampoo list and…
What’s in your conditioner?
Do you know what’s in your conditioner? So, until we discover that almost all of the conditioners available at the big box stores are made with harmful substances that not only harm our health but sometimes even do the opposite of what we want to our hair. It appears that there are several dangerous components…
Shampoo
I’ve really been doing my research on this one. I’m thrilled to report that I’ve found some fantastic options for shampoos that are free of toxins. While the best of the best are a little different than what we’re used to, I’ve also included several solutions that are probably better than what you’re using right now…
What’s In Your Shampoo?
You’ve probably heard by now that some of the ingredients in your products are hazardous. Shampoo is regrettably no exception. Specifically, that so many common shampoos on the market include these substances and may be harming our health makes this list seem a little overwhelming and intimidating. However, just like anything else, when we know better,…
Lotions
Is lotion really necessary for your skin? In short, yes, it is. A daily moisturizer is necessary to maintain your skin’s moisture barrier and to prevent environmental damage to your skin. Regularly using lotion and moisturizer should be a part of any good skin care regimen, but some are better than others. Which, of course, is…
What’s in your lotions?
What’s in your lotions? The best way to keep your skin hydrated and moisturized is using lotions, but are they healthy for you and your skin? The good news is that there are alternatives that are healthy for you and non-toxic. The vast majority of lotions you’ll find on store shelves are NOT the safe…
Affiliate Disclosure
In 2015, the Federal Trade Commission released their new rules for Disclosure Compliance. These rules are set in place to ensure that readers or viewers of web media (blogs, Youtube videos, etc.) know if the blogger/presenter is sponsored, endorsed, or partnered with a different company. In blog terms, the readers need to know if the blogger is…
What is in your deodorant?
Most people apply deodorant without a second thought. It is something that many people need and is part of their essential daily routine, right? We don’t often stop to think about what goes into making products such as these. So, when I found out that my deodorant contained chemicals and additives that could potentially be…
Deodorant
Deodorant appears to be a difficult one to lock down, regardless of how far along you are on your non-toxic journey. Fortunately, we can all agree that aluminum deodorant is a definite no-no. If you haven’t already you can read about other toxic ingredients here. However, when it comes to baking soda, it appears that people…