Category: Sustainable Living
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Eco-Friendly Paints (Soy-Based)
Most commercial paint brands use Volatile Organic Compounds or VOCs, chemical compounds that evaporate quickly. Yet, most of said chemicals are toxic having been associated with various health conditions. These include respiratory infections, liver and kidney impairment, asthma, headaches, nausea, skin disorders, and eye inflammation. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) prescribes a “Low VOC” requirement…
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How to naturally cleanse with Oil?
You can definitely have smooth and balanced skin. It’s not an impossible dream after all. Nonetheless, it takes a lot of patience, determination, and the proper ingredients to achieve your goal. To help you out, try the natural oil cleansing method making use of these top three options – Coconut, Olive, and Almond oils. Coconut…
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Taking care of your skin in summer
The sunny and warm weather means you must take care of your skin well. The hot summer breeze can cause serious skin damage making it rough and dull. Pores may get clogged because of too much perspiration aggravated by dust and airborne allergens. You also become exposed to unsafe ultraviolet radiation that comes from the…
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Conserving Water while watering your lawn in California
It’s imperative to learn water conservation techniques during summer if you are a resident of California. The bad news is the water conservation habits of most Californians which have improved during five years of drought are fading away fast. For the seventh time in eight months, the volume of water saved by city-dwellers dropped significantly.…
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What are Good Non-Toxic Yoga Mats?
Yogis use yoga mats to prevent possible slipping of hands and feet. If you’re a yoga practitioner, see to it that you opt only for environmental-friendly and non-toxic mats. Here are some recommendations from a multitude of reliable online sources. Jade Teal All mats manufactured by Jade come from natural rubber. However, the teal mat…
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How Clothes End up in Landfill? Is it Harmful?
From Trash to Treasure: Tackling Textile Waste for a Sustainable Future In the Western world, the common practice of donating old clothes to charity has long been celebrated as an act of goodwill. However, torn and damaged garments often end up in trash bags, eventually finding their way to landfills. This is where the problem…
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What is Non-Nano Zinc Oxide?
Zinc oxide refers to a powdered mineral on the skin’s top layer that disperses; scatters; reflects; and, absorbs Ultraviolet (UVB and UVA rays). Sunscreens are normally produced with zinc oxide or non-nano zinc oxide as the only active ingredient. Of course many consumers will ask which one is effective and safer. Zinc Oxide To begin with,…
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DIY All-Natural Sunscreen Recipes
It would be advisable to avoid commercial sunscreens and opt instead for all-natural alternatives. You will find below easy and affordable Do-it-yourself natural vegan sunscreen recipes. Read through each recipe formula so you can try them in your own kitchen. Vegan Sunscreen Ingredients: ½ cup of olive or almond oil ½ cup of coconut oil…
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Different Ways of Reusing Old Clothes
Creative Ways to Recycle Old Clothes: From Closet Clutter to Sustainable Style Did you know that your old, worn-out clothes could find a new purpose rather than being discarded into landfills? Recycling textiles is not only an environmentally friendly choice but also a way to express creativity, reduce waste, and save money. With a little…
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Environmental and Health Benefits of Gardening
Gardening is perfect way of interacting with and enjoying nature. Just imagine tilling the soil in a sunny morning on a weekend. It provides respite for the elderly or people who have spent the entire week working in air-conditioned offices. Breathing cool and fresh air brings a pleasant experience and helps change your perspective on…