tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29965560841251904082024-03-05T20:00:34.823-06:00ecoSAFEReviews: Research, Reviews, and Products for EveryoneBlogger Namehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17389066968739755544noreply@blogger.comBlogger161125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2996556084125190408.post-67707808316848561802014-02-06T12:22:00.001-06:002015-01-05T12:22:38.511-06:00ReTAP Reusable Glass Bottles
ReTAP Reusable Bottles by BuyGreen.Com
DID YOU KNOW . . . Americans lead the world in consumption of single-use plastic water bottles, purchasing an astounding 29 BILLION per year? This requires 17 MILLION barrels of crude oil annually for manufacturing, which equates to the fuel needed to keep 1 MILLION vehicles on the go for 12 MONTHS! In fact, if you filled up 1/4 of your plastic waterUnknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2996556084125190408.post-15473847589180893592013-11-12T21:52:00.002-06:002015-01-05T12:22:38.498-06:00Body & Hair Care: Wise Earth
Organic. Wild-Crafted. Paraben-free. Sulfate-free. Made in Canada.
TRUTH Shampoo and Conditioner (available in Unscented or Citrus)
A little bit goes a long way with this sustainably awesome line of hair care from Canada. The thick shampoo requires only a dab mixed with warm water to leave your locks feeling luxuriously soft! For those of you looking to moisturize color-treated hair or tame Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2996556084125190408.post-26898183799156846832013-08-06T11:19:00.004-05:002015-01-05T12:22:38.503-06:00NEWS: Developments in Recycling
Recycling
is a well-known and frequently used word and topic of conversation
amongst most modern families. The reality is that most of us have
grown too comfortable with the topic, settling into our own
comfortable recycling habits despite new information continually
surfacing on the horizon. Reignite your passion and renew your
commitment to conserve resources through exploring the following Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2996556084125190408.post-40444379417788310392013-05-29T13:06:00.001-05:002015-01-05T12:22:38.507-06:00Portable Fluoride Filtration: Clearly Filtered Water ProductsHave you noticed that nearly every house you go into has some type of filter in their kitchen for drinking water? Whether it is the refillable pitcher, built-in refrigerator filter, or externally attached to the sink faucet, it seems that clean water is weighing heavily on our minds and wallets. Since the human body consists of up to 60% water, it stands to good reason that we want to ensure our Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2996556084125190408.post-77883975923885566232013-01-30T12:55:00.001-06:002013-01-30T12:55:13.604-06:00Experiment: The "eco-friendly" Scentsy WarmerWe've been working on a synthetic-free, non-toxic alternative to scenting your home....here are the initial results of our Way Out Wax and Scentsy experiment! You (and your wallet) will be pleasantly surprised!
Meet the Companies:
Scentsy offers a wide variety of wax tart warmers for any occasion and style, they are extremely popular options for flameless home fragrance. Many of our Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2996556084125190408.post-3708973244225060892013-01-30T12:55:00.000-06:002015-01-05T12:25:14.358-06:00Kitchen: If You Care
If You Care...
...is more than an environmentally friendly product line, it's a way of living.
Just some of the admirable attributes of their many products:
*FSC-certified sustainably harvested
*Unbleached
*100% Renewable Resources
*Petroleum-free
*Chlorine-free
*Compostable
*Vegetable-based inks
*Non-Toxic glues
*Recycled packaging
*Vegan, Kosher, Gluten-free, Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2996556084125190408.post-46933814211496323272013-01-30T12:54:00.001-06:002015-01-05T12:26:10.625-06:00Bamboo Candles from Wild BeautyExclusively utilizing only 100% Kosher-certified (non-gmo) soy wax and pure essential oils, Wild Beauty brings simple, eco-friendly charm to the candle scene!
These candles are unique in that the wax is poured into an actual piece of bamboo. Once the candle burns completely, you simply clean out the remaining wax and reuse the bamboo as a container. That's right, no waste! Plus, here are a few Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2996556084125190408.post-39014711520300832352013-01-30T12:54:00.000-06:002013-01-30T12:54:30.942-06:00Home: Scentsy Bars & Gold Canyon Candles (Why we can't review them)We've received a lot of interest from readers regarding the safety of not only candles in general, but specifically, wickless candles such as Scentsy which utilize a wax tart that is placed in a warmer unit to disperse fragrance into the air. Due to lack of ingredient disclosure, we are unable to determine the safety of this product and will not test/review the Scentsy bars/tarts. For those of Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2996556084125190408.post-36677932164062233712013-01-30T12:52:00.000-06:002013-01-30T12:52:37.130-06:00ReUsies vs. Lunchskins: The Review {in a bag}
Batting 1000? Maybe not. Eating 1000? Probably!
Did you know the average person uses 1000 disposable plastic bags a year?! And that's just talking landfill waste...not the water, land, and air pollution caused from their manufacturing or taking into consideration the many chemical compounds present in plastic that could be contaminating your food during transport/storage. YIKES!!!
In a Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2996556084125190408.post-79263354879371591762012-12-13T12:13:00.000-06:002012-12-13T14:34:55.311-06:00The Perfect Holiday: Hanna Andersson Long John Pajamas
Give the gift of giving this holiday season when you buy Hanna Andersson 'Tis The Season Sleepwear! A portion of all profits from this collection will be given to organizations that support kids in need.
All long johns sleepwear are made from 100% organically grown cotton. Extraordinary care is taken in the creation of each garment, ensuring that you won’t feel anything but the Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2996556084125190408.post-67311244572389309802012-02-04T20:05:00.001-06:002012-02-04T20:07:37.833-06:00Babo Botanicals: Babo Love Giftset, $9For use while detangling, refreshing bed head, or simply restyling mid-day, the Babo Botanicals Detangler Spray is an instant cure-all for your hair! And just between you and me, this is mommy's favorite to spritz on mid-day to refresh my locks as well!Does your child wake up with bed head? "We've found that our little ones have major bed head post-naptime when the hair on the back of their headsAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2996556084125190408.post-58272904542082778532012-01-16T16:11:00.001-06:002012-01-16T16:12:12.570-06:00Zomsters: Apparel with Earthy PersonalityZomsters is a US-based, mommy-owned company that specializes in unique clothing and art for children! Each item is created utilizing earth-friendly materials and processes including organic cottons, azo-free dyes, and recycled/reusable materials. "Each Zomsters design has a unique touch of individuality, just like the little Zomsters wearing them! Not Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2996556084125190408.post-65005793989308602102011-12-22T21:17:00.003-06:002011-12-22T21:46:52.959-06:00Hair: MIM Stylin' 24/7 Dragon PomadeIntroducing Morrocco Method International's newest product...Stylin' 24/7 Dragon Pomade is formulated from only the best and purest ingredients to let you style your hair exactly the way you want. With added control and a stronger hold than the MIM Blood of the Dragon Styling Gel, this pomade provides more structure while maintaining the "no flake" performance MIM is known for. If you are lookingUnknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2996556084125190408.post-21085884126401961842011-10-18T11:52:00.000-05:002011-10-18T12:01:43.031-05:00Ava Anderson Non Toxic: Face Basics Set
Ava Anderson Non Toxic is a wonderful company dedicated to producing safe and healthy products for you! They do this by ensuring all of their ingredients are independently rated by the EWG as non-toxic, unlike most companies that simply decide on their own whether a product is safe or not without third party input. This month we had the pleasure of testing out their basic face care line of Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2996556084125190408.post-39728596116566596402011-10-11T21:53:00.003-05:002011-10-11T22:27:10.898-05:00Electric Aromatherapy Tart Diffuser: H2O At HomeFor several weeks now, we've had the pleasure to try the H20 At Home warmer and essential oil pebble packs to test for this review. It was presented to us as a natural alternative to "Scentsy" products, seeing as H20 At Home only uses essential plant-based oils rather than synthetic fragrances in their scents.After many uses, we are happy to report that this is indeed a product to consider when Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2996556084125190408.post-11400772734722329722011-09-30T12:33:00.001-05:002011-09-30T12:35:02.034-05:00Kalencom & Hadaki Stylish Bags, Cases, & Portable Solutions
Diaper bags, purses, wallets, coin purses, iPod cases, phone pods, iPad sleeves, jewelry sacks...you name it, they've got it!
Kalencom proves that being green doesn't mean you can't be pink, purple, orange, and blue as well! With their bold, bright, and beautiful patterns, Kalencom brings incredible style to eco-conscious women everywhere.
AZO-free dyes give you gorgeous colors without Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2996556084125190408.post-86312266049375857812011-09-30T11:21:00.001-05:002011-09-30T11:23:05.570-05:00Green Sprouts Portable LunchwareWhether you're looking to pack a lunch for your child or yourself, Green Sprouts offers safe products at reasonable prices on lunch bags, snack bags, and lunchware! Available in a variety of sizes, their preppy argyle print collection is hip and versatile.
Better yet, they are currently holding a back-to-school sale on these fantastic favorites: Lunch bags are currently on sale for $13.99, snackAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2996556084125190408.post-38422039819758238362011-09-15T10:08:00.000-05:002011-09-15T14:26:01.971-05:00Stokke® Xplory® Stroller
"Designed not only for you and your child, but for your children’s children, and generations to come." Keep your baby close to you, safe and secure, in the Stokke® Xplory® stroller!
Features
Minimalist design with everything you need and nothing you won't use. First and foremost, we'd like you to get down on your hands and knees and look around. Go ahead - what do you see? It's no wonder Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2996556084125190408.post-38973991028631700652011-09-15T10:07:00.000-05:002011-09-15T14:26:19.579-05:00Orbit Baby G2® StrollerAs the only stroller with Oeko-Tex® Standard 100 certification, the Orbit Baby G2® is certainly one of the healthiest baby products on the market. Uniquely designed to allow your child to sit in any direction, the G2 encourages your child to participate in their surrounding environment while remaining safely seated in their stroller.
Features
The G2® has one of the Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2996556084125190408.post-86661825320491003042011-08-30T22:28:00.000-05:002011-08-30T22:28:25.230-05:00Maclaren® Techno® XT Stroller
As creators of the very first umbrella stroller in 1965 and world's first car seat adaptable stroller in 1991, Maclaren is at the forefront of stroller design and innovation. Designed with comfort and durability in mind, the Maclaren® Techno® XT stroller is definitely one to check out!
Features
Practical design with time-tested durability. In our testing, this stroller earned the silver medalAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2996556084125190408.post-59851330094382874752011-08-29T14:36:00.000-05:002011-08-29T14:36:31.069-05:00Baby: Calendula Stater Kit from WeledaAs a new mom, it seems like everyday brings a new and interesting crisis to solve. Add in the hormones and it's no wonder why we're all stressed out, baby-toting basketcases!
One of the ways I've found that truly helps ease the potential meltdowns of the day is good preparation. That means, before you leave the house, make sure you have planned for the worst and then added a few levels to that. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2996556084125190408.post-33551693029929447632011-08-29T14:35:00.000-05:002011-08-29T14:35:34.768-05:00ecoDIAPERS: Which brand is best for your baby?This is it...the eco-diaper roundup you've been waiting to read! We got our hands on the most popular brands of "green" diapers to put them to the ultimate tests. We shredded them, flooded them, tore them apart (not recommended unless you enjoy SAP gel stuffing up your nose for the next several days...oh and coming out of your mouth too - ick) and let the babies do their natural duties...what Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2996556084125190408.post-32308644265688773702011-08-29T14:34:00.000-05:002011-08-29T14:34:25.314-05:00thinksport/LIVESTRONG Sunscreen SPF 30+With so many sunscreens sporting more toxins than protection, it can be a real challenge to decide whether it is less risky to forgo it altogether. But then, in the back of your mind, the skin cancer questionwill always remain - nipping at you slowly but surely. And for those of us with aesthetic concerns, the idea of sun spots and wrinkles creeps in as an all too definite reality without Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2996556084125190408.post-46434864466745940952011-08-12T10:04:00.001-05:002011-08-12T10:05:18.460-05:00Phil & Teds Vibe® Stroller
Award-winning design and convenient features have boosted the Phil and Ted's Vibe® stroller to fame. Appropriately referred to as the "uptown inline" - the trusty Vibe® promises to grow with your family and stick by your side for the long haul.
Features
Sleek and smooth design with the capacity to carry your most precious cargo for years to come! The seat is well-cushioned and Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2996556084125190408.post-935752072547713302011-08-12T10:03:00.000-05:002011-08-12T10:05:48.052-05:00Bumbleride® Indie® Natural Edition Stroller
Bumbleride® wants to get your family out and about in style with their eco-friendly Indie® Natural Edition stroller. Made from recycled aluminum, recycled polyester, and recycled plastics - this sporty stroller begs to be seen everywhere from the soccer fields to the beach boardwalk!
Features
The Indie® Natural Edition seat reclines completely flat, making this a practical choice for Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com