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Hemlock Park Pumpkin Crème Wood Wick Candles Back in Stock for Fall
Pumpkin Crème Elevates Pumpkin Cr è me may just be one of my top 3 favorite scents by Hemlock Park. I'm not a die-hard pumpkin-everything, hurry up and get here fall type, but they really bring it home with this rich, creamy spin on an autumn staple. I love my pumpkin spice lovers, so it makes me all cozy inside thinking about how you will fall for Pumpkin Cr ème. There are so many layers to this warm, spiced, gourmand blend. Winter Chestnut creates depth while spices fill yo
Alayne
Sep 14, 20254 min read


Bend Soap Co. Fall Scents Released Today!
Limited-Edition Bend Soap Co. Fall Scents: Chai Tea Sweet, spiced warmth made with all-natural essential oils. Scent notes: Cinnamon, Clove, Orange, Cardamom, Allspice, Nutmeg, and Vanilla. Chai Tea Goat Milk Soap Chai Tea Sugar Scrub Chai Tea Milk Bath Tangerine Spice Invigorating and uplifting twist of citrus and spice. Tangerine and Clove essential oils. Tangerine Spice Goat Milk Soap Tangerine Spice Milk Bath Sweater Weather Essentials 1 Full Size Bar Chai Tea Goat Milk S
Alayne
Sep 1, 20251 min read


Last Week for Bend Soap Co. Summer Scents!
The Sun is Setting on Bend Soap Co.'s Limited-Edition Summer Scents on August 31st Coconut Lime Sweet & warm organic coconut scent w/ juicy & fresh lime essential oil Coconut Lime Bundle Island Paradise Bundle Coconut Lime Goat Milk Soap Coconut Lime Milk Bath Coconut Lime Sugar Scrub Coconut Lime Lip Butter Black Licorice Rich licorice scent w/ star anise essential oil Black Licorice Goat Milk Soap Mountain Sage Sweet natural blueberry scent w/ clary sage & juniper essential
Alayne
Aug 25, 20251 min read


Toxins in Candles
'Wick'ed Paraffin is derived from petroleum. Candles made from paraffin wax can easily be classified as one of the most toxic candle options. Paraffin candles release volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from their wax, fragrances, and wicks, with potential exposure to these compounds being highest while burning. Let's look at some VOCs. Check Your Labels In This Post: VOCs Released by Candles Additional Bad Actors in Candles Toxin-Free Candles Non-Toxic Alternative Coconut Wax
Alayne
Aug 18, 20254 min read


Toxins in Tea
The Organic Tea Advantage Organic teas are grown without the use of synthetic pesticides (herbicides, fungicides, & insecticides) or fertilizer, toxins that precipitate neurological disease, reproductive harm, immunotoxicity, endocrine disruption, liver damage, and cancer. The same cannot be said for conventionally grown teas. Not all teas are created equal In This Post: Conventional & Organic Tea Toxins Mycotoxins in Dark Teas Finding Non-Toxic Tea Non-Toxic Alternative What
Alayne
Aug 11, 20254 min read


Toxins & Microplastics in Teabags
Steeping Mad Teabags are made from numerous materials including cellulose, plastic, or nylon from which billions of microplastics can be released while steeping. Fancier pyramid sachets are often made from rayon, PP (polypropylene), or PET (polyethylene terephthalate) which also have the potential of releasing microplastics during steeping. Paper teabags, we would hope a safer option, are often bleached, coated with epichlorohydrin, sealed with plastic compounds, or have plas
Alayne
Aug 3, 20254 min read


Toxins in Dishwasher Detergent & Rinse Aids
Dish It Out Toxic residues from conventional dishwasher detergents remain on dishes, silverware, drinkware, cookware, etc. even after the rinse cycle and may then be ingested. Rinse aids can help remove these residues, but they, themselves, also leave behind their own toxins. Check Your Labels In This Post: Dishwasher Detergent Toxins Additional Bad Actors in Dishwasher Detergents The Trouble with Pods Non-Toxic Alternative Dishwasher Detergent Toxins Alcohol Ethoxylates Syn
Alayne
Jul 28, 20254 min read


Best Goat Milk Lotion
The G.O.A.T. Hydrating, soothing, nourishing, non-greasy, quick absorbing, and good for your skin. I use it on my face! My complexion was not super pleased for a minute there, so I cut out all of the miracle hype products and streamlined it down to Bend Soap Co.'s Goat Milk Bar Soap and Goat Milk Lotion. I didn't need the expensive serums and moisturizers. What I needed was a simple, pure routine that wasn't inundated with chemicals. My skin feels dewy, fresh, unbothered, and
Alayne
Jul 22, 20255 min read


Toxins in Bar Soap
Low Bar Soap equals clean... are we sure about that? Let's look at some of the harmful ingredients in conventional bar soaps. Check Your Labels In This Post: Active Ingredients in Popular Bar Soap Inactive Ingredients in Popular Bar Soap Additional Bad Actors in Bar Soap Toxin-free Alternatives Active Ingredients in Popular Bar Soap Brands Benzalkonium Chloride Quaternary ammonium compound (QAC). Used as a preservative and antimicrobial agent in bar soap. Chronic low doses o
Alayne
Jul 17, 20254 min read


Toxins in Body Care
Under My Skin We worry about the chemicals in our food, rightfully so. We should also give attention to the toxins that we put on our skin, our largest organ that can absorb chemicals into the body and, depending on molecule size, the bloodstream. The plethora of chemical compounds found in conventional body care products is mind-bending... blended cocktails of harmful ingredients one after another. Come along and see what some of these bad guys can potentially do to you. Che
Alayne
Jul 9, 20254 min read


Bloop Laundry Soap Review
Best Overall Non-Toxic Natural Laundry Soap: Bloop Ranks satisfyingly high in performance, suds, overall experience, and scent options. BLOOP NATURAL LAUNDRY SOAP Use Wyld25 for 25% off first order Free shipping over $45 Excellent customer service and timely shipping Orders placed via Collaboration Links attribute commissions at no expense to you. Bloop Laundry Soap Review In This Review: SOFTNESS PERFORMANCE SCENT PROF
Alayne
Jul 3, 20255 min read


Dirty Labs Laundry Detergent Review
Best Non-Toxic Laundry Detergent That Gives 'My Laundry is Super Clean' Vibes: Dirty Labs If you are apprehensive about going natural with laundry detergent, Dirty Labs is a great bridge for you. Orders placed via Collaboration Links attribute commissions at no expense to you. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases via Amazon links. DIRTY LABS BIO ENZYME LAUNDRY DETERGENT Free shipping over $40 or Dirty Labs Laundry on Amazon In This Review: Softness Perform
Alayne
Jun 27, 20255 min read
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