People practically kill themselves just to look good. No joke. Most of us slather our bodies with toxic chemicals without even knowing it. It’s enough to make you (and the planet) sick. To |
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She’s back! Lindsay’s recipes and tips on safe cosmetics Read the ingredients list on your deodorant, shampoo and other cosmetics lately? Lots of multi-syllable words you’ve never heard of? Be wary of those. We smear and spray ourselves daily with concoctions that contain potentially harmful chemicals, some of which have been linked to cancer, birth defects, learning disabilities and other major health problems. Not to worry, help is here! Come on |
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Which plastics are reusable (and which are toxic)? We want to say one word to you, just one word: plastics. Most are made of petrochemicals (the same stuff we use to fuel our vehicles, in increasingly short supply), and come in several varieties, many of which are recyclable. Since we’re suggesting you re-use plastic containers for homemade green cosmetics and cleaners, here’s some info on which ones are the safest for refills. (Think about it. Will you think about it? Apologies to The Graduate) More… |
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The Green Room (keeping the conversation going) This newsletter is all about conversation (kind of like a talk show!) only on this program you’re the audience and the guest. And boy do you have a lot to say! We got so much mail from last month’s issue, we’re inviting you all into our new Green Room so you can read (and respond), too. See you there! More… |
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Some things you can do right now Here’s this month’s list of easy green living ideas. Send us your tip sheet (pdf) and you could win a copy of David Suzuki’s It’s a Matter of Survival. More… |
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