Our editors have tested and researched dozens of sulfate-free shampoos — these are our top picks for clean and natural ingredients, as well as efficacy. By now, you probably know all about the benefits of using sulfate-free shampoo to help preserve your hair’s shine and color and to reduce irritation. Sulfates can also be potential endocrine disruptors, which…
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Think about the last time something snapped you so fully into the present moment that you paused to smile. Maybe your favorite song came on the radio, or the moon was full and huge, or you had an ice cream cone. These moments that inspire a flicker of joy are called glimmers — and they’re the opposite…
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Our team has outfitted our babies in organic clothing brands for years — these are our top selections for onesies that are made with organic and natural materials. As a new mom to a daughter born this past June, I quickly realized that choosing baby clothes goes far beyond aesthetics. With sensitive skin to consider…
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We’ve researched our favorite sustainable jewelry brands for the best amethyst jewelry pieces—these are our top picks for their fairly sourced materials and timeless design. February’s birthstone is the amethyst, the purple-hued quartz crystal famous for its healing properties, namely for headaches, fatigue, and anxiety. The name itself comes from the Greek “amethystos,” which means…
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We see the same buzzwordy materials pop up time and time again in slow fashion spaces — organic cotton, reclaimed fabric, linen, TENCEL™. But what do these phrases really mean when it comes to truly sustainable and nontoxic clothing? Today’s conscious consumers are looking beyond just “natural” labels, paying closer attention to hidden chemical finishes like PFAS (so-called “forever chemicals”)…
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Looking Into The Sustainability Of Vegan Leather Vs. Animal Leather Leather has a controversial history, and it’s a questionable material when it comes to sustainability. There are several factors to consider when evaluating both vegan and animal leather options: animal welfare, waste, greenhouse gas emissions, and water usage, just to name a few. This has…
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The written word is a place of refuge for me. It’s a space where I cannot be interrupted, corrected, or needlessly criticized, a place where I can feel my feelings without judgment. But lately, my words liquefy and fail me when I need them most, especially in the face of war, persistent human rights rollbacks, and…
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Journals don’t have to be perfect. My childhood diary is nowhere near picture-perfect. Sporadic and strewn throughout various half-empty journals and pieces of scrap paper, its entries live alongside to-do lists and incomprehensible doodles. Many entries are dripping with woe about unrequited crushes, and some are insightful captures of important days, both personally and culturally….
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Shapewear plays an important role in our daily life, but the correct way to clean and maintain it is often overlooked. Today, we will explore how to properly clean and maintain shapewear to extend its life and maintain its effect. Hand Washing Hand washing is generally the preferred method for cleaning shapewear, as it is…
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We’ve researched and tested dozens of eco-friendly wrapping options — from recycled paper rolls to reusable gift bags — to help make your holiday gifting a little kinder to the planet. These are our favorites. Looking to gift more sustainably this season? Swapping conventional wrapping paper for recycled, compostable, or reusable alternatives is an easy…
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