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DECAFFEINATING WITH CHEMICALS During standard Decaffeination, conventional coffee beans are soaked in methylene chloride (a solvent found in paint thinner and degreaser) or ethylene acetate (a solvent found in paints, coatings, and adhesives) to decaffeinate coffee. The worst part about this is that it's a chemical driven process , but to pile on the issue, flavor compounds can also be dissolved when caffeine is stripped via this method. THE DIRECT CONTACT METHOD Coffee beans are steamed...

Why Tablets Are Better Than Toothpaste PROMISE, THEY ARE BETTER Traveling down a path of cleaner choices, the switch to toothpaste tablets is a particular swap in which many take pause or hesitate to do at all. Tablets? It's toothpaste? How do I brush with a tablet? I chew it? How does it foam? All very smart questions. I can say, with a reflective smile (not only because my teeth are sparkly white, but because I'm literally reflecting back), this is one of my most favorite swaps that I've...

Stir Sessions Craft Beverage Mix Elevates Mocktails & Cocktails: SOPHISTICATED, SOCIAL, & NON-TOXIC A revolutionary new small business, Stir Sessions, takes drink mixing to a whole new level with their non-toxic powdered beverage mix making it super breezy to stir up sophisticated and downright delicious mocktails & cocktails for any occasion. Whether you're hosting a small gathering, throwing a monumental event, heading to a weekend getaway, or chilling out on the back porch, Stir Sessions...

THE POWER OF SCENTS As if Bend Soap Co. isn't already a superstar with their ultra-effective and all-natural, non-toxic body care line, they further elevate their selections with deliciously crafted limited-edition seasonal scents released throughout the year tapping into our sensory evoked memories and our love of renewal. SPRING, SUMMER, FALL, & WINTER We'll move through each season, one at a time, so you can preview the scents that you may expect to find at Bend Soap Co. throughout the...

Best Non-Toxic Goat Milk Foaming Hand Soap BETTER THAN THE REST Velvety suds, luscious lather, non-drying, naturally scented, lightning in a bottle . Bend Soap Co.'s Foaming Goat Milk Hand Soap is the proverbial needle in a haystack . With a growing community of toxic-conscious consumers, the selection of natural, non-toxic hand soaps (including those claiming to be) has also grown online and on shelves. I've tried quite a few of them, only to be left with... on to the next. Bend Soap Co....

One for the Kiddos Y'all! LITTLE ONES It's been on my heart to curate a collection of products for your most cherished little treasures too by seeking out brands who stand on ingredient integrity and purity . The cherry at the top... there are some exceptional brands who create clean and cool (adults love our cool points) products for kids without compromising the wholesome magic of play. Wyld One's top pick non-toxic products for kids are now featured in a brand-new category Little Ones ...

Overall Best Non-Toxic Organic Candles with Scent Throw HANDCRAFTED ELEGANCE Soothing, elegant ambiance. Hemlock Park handcrafts some of the most balanced, layered, and mood evoking fragrances inspired by and powered by, none other than, nature. With collections like Flora, Mesa, Grove, and Reserve, these masterful botanical blends tangle with your senses. Every candle is hand-poured with premium ingredients straight from nature . No toxins in, meaning no toxins released into your home....

NEW YEAR'S IS KNOCKING, SO... Let's open 2026 with some sparkly New Year's discount codes for the best non-toxic brands ! Dry January and resolutions to eat right and hit the gym are commendable but, if we're honest, they don't stick around very long. Ring in the new you with style and hook yourself up with some remarkable non-toxic products to reduce the toxins that dim your routine, your home, and Mother Earth's shine . Happy New Year! Orders placed via Collaboration Links attribute...

Holiday Deals & Discounts 2025: Your Gift Guide for a Non-Toxic Holiday COUPON SALLY One of the things that I looked forward to most as a kid was sitting down with the weekly grocery store flyer and meticulously clipping coupons in anticipation of what my mom needed. That tiny pile was like a stack of dollars. You're welcome, mom ... for helping us save money and for being a real easy kid to entertain . HOLIDAY SAVINGS After putting my Gen X self on full display and, furthermore, having...

Bend Soap Co. Goat Milk Foaming Hand Soap NEW PRODUCT DROP! Every product in the Bend Soap Co. line is cleanly crafted, reliable in quality, supremely effective, and a gentle friend to sensitive skin . Within a day of Bend Soap Co. announcing their new drop, my order was placed and it is en route. You can be sure I will post a full product review for y'all, so standby my Wylds. Until then, allow me to share the shining details of this exciting new release plus a few snippets of what I've...

TINY LAND What better way to express your love to Little Ones during the Holiday Season than lighting up their spirit and imagination with non-toxic & eco-friendly gifts . It will be easy to find your favorites from these thoughtfully crafted toys and playsets by Tiny Land... sneak peek... new collab with Wyld One! I can't wait for you to see the craftsmanship and mindfulness of Tiny Land's educational toys, playhouses & tents, dollhouses, play kitchens, and interactive toys . DABBLE &...

Saving Face WHAT'S IN A MAKEUP WIPE? The ick on your makeup wipe goes much further than what you are wiping off of your face. Aside from the unbelievable damage they do to the environment, these convenient and wildly popular wipes are doused in harmful chemicals that ultimately get smeared into your skin leading to allergic reactions, skin irritation, unwelcomed breakouts , and most unfortunate of all, exposure to some nefarious toxins. WHAT ABOUT THE WIPE ITSELF? Popular brands of makeup...

Halloween Pumpkin Spice Coffee... and It's Organic UNDENIABLY PUMPKIN SPICE Spiced with cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, allspice, and ginger , Fabula's Halloween Pumpkin Spice Coffee is a dead ringer (candy-corny pun) for our most beloved fall dessert. This seasonal special is organic, low acid, brimming with fall aroma, and features all of the warming spices of the season without competing with Fabula's smooth coffee flavor. It gives Trick-or-Treat all day as it starts off surprisingly bright...

FLAVOR OF FALL Apple Spice, Pumpkin Spice, and Wild Chaga , cozily called Autumn Specials, are back at Open Door Tea. Their Limited-Edition fall teas were released online on October 1, 2025. Wylds, I've been drinking hot teas since I was little, and I have never loved a cup of tea this much . Apple Spice and Pumpkin Spice... y'all... unreal. I stretched the life out of my stash from last season, saving one final serving, until I was 100% confident that these blends were back. The day they...

Best Goat Milk Soap Overall TOP PICK LOW-TOX SOAP Super sudsy, nourishing, soothing, and doesn't disintegrate. Bend Soap Co.'s Goat Milk Soap is a hydration powerhouse . I use it on my face followed by Bend Soap Co.'s Goat Milk Lotion. That's right, exactly what you've been told not to do, bar soap on your face. Should you ghost your chemical-laden, stripping cleansers and miracle cleansing creams that cost a pretty penny? A smart question to ask yourself. My complexion has never been so...

Not Flossy THE THREADS Most big-name brands of dental floss are made from nylon (a petroleum-based synthetic polymer ), polyester (a petroleum-based synthetic fiber ), or PTFE (a fossil fuel derived synthetic fluoropolymer ). PTFE floss typically has a flat, ribbon-like design and is touted as being stronger with the ability to 'glide' easily between teeth. A popular, more familiar brand name for PTFE is Teflon . Warnings about Teflon-coated cookware have circulated for some time, so why...

Hemlock Park Candles: Pumpkin Crème Elevates Pumpkin Cr ème 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...

Laundry List The traditional laundry products that we count on to remove dirt and stains from our laundry, in turn, leave behind some pretty nefarious toxins that, not only, come into contact with our skin, but also get released into the air. Counterintuitive, no? Let's sort through some of these toxins together. Check Your Labels In This Post: Common Toxins in Laundry Detergent | Additional Bad Actors | Non-Toxic Alternatives | Laundry Containers in Landfills | Sustainable Alternatives...

'Wick'ed VOLATILE IN NATURE 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 Toxins in Candles | Low-Tox Candles | Non-Toxic Alternative |...

The Organic Tea Advantage HOLD THE CHEMICALS PLEASE 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 |...

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 plastic...