Just about four years ago when I first became pregnant, I emailed a good friend and asked her to recommend her favorite baby items and, more importantly,… Read more “Registry List Suggestions”
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Cleaner living: Toxin a Day Wrap Up
Whew… that was exhausting! I’m sure you are thinking right about now that this is completely overwhelming, so many things to remember, look for, learn about. I… Read more “Cleaner living: Toxin a Day Wrap Up”
Cleaner Living: Toxin #12- Nitrosamines
Well, we have made it to the 12th day… But no Partridge in a Pear Tree here, we are learning about Nitrosamines today! Nitrosamines are not actually an… Read more “Cleaner Living: Toxin #12- Nitrosamines”
Cleaner Living: Toxin #10- Formaldehyde
Formaldehyde. Yes, the stuff they use for embalming bodies to temporarily prevent decomposition can be found in your personal care products. Formaldehyde is a known human carcinogen, skin irritant,… Read more “Cleaner Living: Toxin #10- Formaldehyde”
Cleaner Living: Toxin #9- 1,4 Dioxane
1,4 Dioxane is a carcinogenic compound that is used in dry cleaning solvents, lacquers and automotive coolant. It is listed on the State of California’s list of chemicals known… Read more “Cleaner Living: Toxin #9- 1,4 Dioxane”
Cleaner Living: Toxin #8- Hydroquinone
Hydroquinone is most commonly found as a skin lightener and in products marketed towards women of color. In addition to this purpose it is also found as in… Read more “Cleaner Living: Toxin #8- Hydroquinone”
Cleaner Living: Toxin #7- Parabens
Sorry for the break, but 2-year-old birthdays are a lot of work- especially when you are travelling to a different state to host them! So, let’s get… Read more “Cleaner Living: Toxin #7- Parabens”
Cleaner Living: Toxin #6- Fire Retardants
I know I said Parabens were next, but after yesterday’s press event here in CT , and Michelle’s post a few days back about fire retardants in popular… Read more “Cleaner Living: Toxin #6- Fire Retardants”
Cleaner Living: Toxin #5- Triclosan
Triclosan is an anti-microbial chemical that is found in a number of soaps, detergents, deodorants, and even toothpaste. According to the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics it was originally developed as a surgical… Read more “Cleaner Living: Toxin #5- Triclosan”
Cleaner Living: Toxin #4- Coal Tar
Um, what? I hadn’t heard of this one until I started researching. Coal Tar in personal care products is the same as the stuff they use in… Read more “Cleaner Living: Toxin #4- Coal Tar”
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