Archive for the ‘Fashion & Beauty’ Category

• Nuworld Botanicals to our Aromatherapy Rescue

  Aromatherapy is one truly beneficial indulgence most of us don’t make time for.  Afterall, you do have to know what you are doing, like which essential oils work  for what ailment, how to mix and use them and which to …

• Lara Miller for Spring

  With the social season picking up again, you are probably looking to add something cute to your wardrobe.  A pretty dress in a fresh color adds splash and is a great go-to piece.  Lara Miller has some of the cutest …

• Victoria’s Secret Jumps on the Greenwashing Band Wagon

  Photo credit: Margaret Anne Clarke It seems everyone these days is coming out with their own “natural” or “organic” beauty line.  But are they truly what they claim to be?  After all, when a well known company says their stuff …

• Fake Tan a Safer Alternative

  Photo credit: foundphotoslj Fresh air and sunshine (and the vitamin D it provides) are good for you.  But too much sun exposure can have adverse effects on the health of your skin.  Premature aging, dryness, sun spots and even skin …

• Eat, Drive, Wash, Repeat

  Reuse is a keyword in helping to protect the environment.  Reuse your bags, clothing, electronics and the list goes on.  But what about reusing the waste oil from restaurants?  You have probably heard of biofuel and those who use it …

• Is Sunscreen Bad for the Environment?

  Photo credit: the half-blood prince Sunscreen has been touted over the past few decades as an essential component in keeping our skin healthy and cancer-free.  It is, of course, widely known now that prolonged exposure to the sun’s UV rays …

• MNN Picks Up Where Plenty Leaves Off

  Though we were sad to see Plenty Magazine (and website, too) come to an end, there is good news.  The Mother Nature Network (MNN) is stepping up to the plate, glad to welcome all PlentyMag.com viewers to their site.  Plenty’s …

• Go Green on the Cheap

  Photo credit: lanuiop Many tend to think of going green as being more expensive.  This idea may come from a tour of their local green market or a glance at a high end online retailer of organic products.  But this …

• Organic Cosmetics Not as Safe as They Claim (and Other Half Truths)

  Photo credit: jaja_1985 Organic cosmetics have their tried and true followers and their naysayers. Critics claim that because some organic cosmetics manufacturers are dishonest about the greenness of their products buying organic cosmetics may not be worth it.  But let’s …

• Greening Our Teens for a Healthy Future

  Photo credit: ckaroli As adults we know what is good for us.  And, of course, our job as parents is to look after our kids; teach them manners and respect, make sure they get enough exercise, eat a healthy diet.  …