It was 8 years ago that I reviewed “Lipstick’s lethal lead’. I think it’s time to check it out again. Back then I wrote We eat while wearing lipstickWe drink while wearing lipstickWe kiss while wearing lipstick.We spread the lead around. The average American woman, inadvertently, can eat 4 pounds of her lipstick in her lifetime. No exposure is without harm. But this is not new news. Back in 2003 lead in lipstick made the headlines. Many of you were exposed and specific brands targeted for the lead contaminants in the lipsticks.In 2009 the FDA scientists (PCPC) claimed that there are no…

We can't cure your eczema, we can only help to soothe it externally. And with you working internally, you can meet us half way. You have the capability to heal your eczema by making certain choices. Avoiding Chemicals like the plague Your skin is just another organ of your body. Organs, teeth, bones, mood and mind are all a part of the same whole, no? It's sounds simple, but we've been lead to believe that "fixing" the one area of the body that gives us trouble, is the best way. Plus the creams and mediation that are prescribed can cause more damage, which is a double whammy. 70% of…

"The-New-Second-Hand-Smoke" The information on the toxic effects of chemical fragrances is exploding in the health industry. "The-New-Second-Hand-Smoke" is what people are now calling perfumes and colognes. The fumes linger for hours and are not only hazardous to the users, but bystanders as well. Ever notice the increase of signs in public waiting places, "No Scents Please"? This is because inhaling these invisible petrochemicals, containing hormone-disrupting phthalates, can cause a slew of damage to our nervous systems. Here are a few... Respiratory: allergic and non-allergic asthma,…

“Why Do My Hands Crack and Bleed?”  We admit the answer is complicated: Your DNA, climate, environment, food intake, and whatever touches your skin. Might be a form of eczema of which there is no known cure. It is often advised: “With eczema on your hands, use cortisone and unscented soap.” “CortisoneFor itchy skinsEven though we know it thinsUse Steroid cream sparinglyAlong with Soap Unscented’” The advice is to use the steroid cream sparingly. But what about the ‘soap unscented’? Unscented soap means free of synthetic fragrance. Using a soap without…

7 amazing Earth to Body products with calendula You may know calendula as marigold, the ‘herb’ of the sun.  The Romans apparently named calendula in the 12th century observing that the flower bloomed on the first day of each month (calends). This lovely yellow/orange blossom was a symbol of happiness and used regularly in cooking and healing medicines. Full of antioxidants, this flower contains the miracle anti-inflammatory, antibacterial healing properties we so desire. Why we add calendula to our skin care products Baby salve: Calendula is renowned…

Step into the showerA black soap greets youStone lookingYet softer, sensual, scentless but notA touch to the skinEliciting a smileA caress that cleanses Knowing that charcoal is a good thingAnd clay, a roll in the mudYou get to playA slide and glideAn all over, no fuss Perfect skin sensation With a touch of tulsiThe holy basil of IndiaDisinfect. Soothe. Cool.You start to sing  And castor oil for perfectionMoisturizing, rich, healing magicA gourmet blend into the skin Add organic olive and coconut oilProtection. Prevention. Perfection.Now YOU are the ‘connoisseur’ of soaps…

If the world were more honest, this would be a typical toothpaste advertisement.  BUY our Toothy Toxic A toxic toothpaste containing:FluorideTriclosanSodium Lauryl SulphatePropylene GlycolDEAMicrobeadsArtificial Sweeteners  Brighten. Whiten. Clean.Brush, floss and poison twice daily Try to avoid swallowing any of the toothpaste as the toxins can remain in your system. The Unreliable Toothpaste Company  _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ I used regular toothpaste…

Newborns and sensitive skin are a given.  Keeping baby’s skin healthy is an important consideration. We believe in natural baby skin care.  We believe less is more. A newborn needs minimal in body lotions and creams.  Most experts advise to avoid drying baby powders, perfumes, dyes, phthalates, and parabens. Most newborn babies do not need immediate skin care.  It is often advised to not even bathe a newborn for the first week.  Baby’s skin, if dry and flaky, most often will shed itself.  Nature at work.  The diaper…