Apr 19, 2021Because Health
Colder weather is coming, which means so is dry skin. Ugh! Usually we’d just grab whatever is on sale at the drugstore, but all body lotion is not created equal. In fact, traditional body lotions can contains some harmful chemicals that could be absorbed through...
Mar 29, 2021Katie Gao, MPH
Everyone uses personal care products, but did you know that certain beauty products can be a greater source of toxic chemical exposure than others? One widely used beauty product, in particular, has grown to become a hidden global health hazard. Known by many...
Feb 8, 2021Because Health
Who can resist Target? It’s our one stop shop for all things home, beauty, baby, snacks… basically everything! But Target is a huge store that carries thousands of different items; how do you know what are the best non-toxic picks? That’s where we...
Feb 8, 2021Because Health
Who can resist Target? It’s our one stop shop for all things home, beauty, baby, snacks… basically everything! But Target is a huge store that carries thousands of different items; how do you know what are the best non-toxic picks? That’s where we...
Feb 1, 2021Because Health
Whether you’re a die-hard skincare aficionado with a 10-step routine or just like the bare necessities, chances are you use a face cream. Along with keeping your skin moisturized, face creams are key for soothing irritation, banishing dry flakes, and giving you...
Mar 10, 2020Because Health
We’re right in the middle of cold and flu season, which means we’ll try anything to avoid getting sick. The most effective way to stop the spread of viruses is to wash your hands, which is why we’re constantly washing our hands this time of year! All...
Feb 20, 2020Stephanie Brinker, MPH
When it comes to fragrance, we always say that the safest option is to look for products that are completely fragrance free. Choosing to go fragrance-free is a great way to avoid chemicals that may be harmful to your health. Plus, does everything we own really need to...
May 22, 2019Karen Wang, PhD
It’s super easy to switch to a non-toxic lotion alternative! Ingredients like shea butter, coco butter, and sweet almond oil all have awesome moisturizing properties all while being completely natural. Plus, everyone will be super impressed by your DIY beauty skills....
May 22, 2019Erica Chung, MPH
While winter is usually the season that has us reaching for our bottles of lotions and creams, hydrating our skin is important any time of the year, especially if you’ve been out in the sun! While we’ve got a roundup of safer non-toxic lotions, we get that...
May 21, 2019Karen Wang, PhD
We always recommend prioritizing products that stay on your skin the longest! The longer a product stays on your skin, the longer it has to be absorbed. That means things like lotion , foundation, lipstick , and sunscreen are all good products to switch to non-toxic!...
