When I first started switching to low tox products, I didn’t do a ton of research. I just walked into Target and chose the products that looked the most “green” — ones that used words like organic or natural or green or clean. I blindly trusted brands to advertise for their products without paying muchContinue reading “Let’s Chat Greenwashing”
Category Archives: Low Tox Living
Candles vs Diffusers
So why did I originally start using Young Living essential oils? Because I couldn’t use a candle in the classroom. I know the reason we can’t burn candles is because it is a fire hazard, but after doing my research, I’ve learned that it is actually a health hazard too! Here are some of theContinue reading “Candles vs Diffusers”
Low Tox Pregnancy
If you’re new around here, you might have missed when I shared about my miscarriage, but that is the basis for a lot of what I will share in today’s post. A few years ago, when I first started learning about toxins and what is in my products, I ditched lots of the products inContinue reading “Low Tox Pregnancy”
Thieves Recipes for the Whole Home
If you’ve hung around my blog or my IG at all, you will know that I am obsessed with Thieves Household Cleaner. Its plant based goodness is the perfect cleaner for everything in my home. With a baby on the way & 3 dogs in the home, we have constant messes, but I want toContinue reading “Thieves Recipes for the Whole Home”
YL KidScents Oils
Young Living’s special line for children ages 2+. These oils are prediluted for delicate skin so no dilution is required except for the most sensitive skin. These premium essential oil blends support children’s needs using the best nature has to offer. Let’s look at the 6 KidScent oils — KidPower: helps inspire feelings of confidence, courage, andContinue reading “YL KidScents Oils”
What do healthy hormones look like?
*Again, I am not a doctor, please do not take my advice as medical advice. This is my research & what I have discovered from personal experience Do you suffer from any of these? This is typically a sign of hormone imbalance. Hormone imbalance can come from endocrine disruptors (see my previous post), birth control,Continue reading “What do healthy hormones look like?”
Endocrine Disruptors
* I am not a doctor. This is purely what I have found from research & personal experience. Please consult your doctor before making any giant lifestyle changes Did you know that the EU law bans 1,328 chemicals from cosmetics that are known or suspected to cause cancer, genetic mutation, reproductive harm or birth defects?Continue reading “Endocrine Disruptors”
Low Tox Hair Care Products for Curly Hair
Growing up, I always wanted my hair to be straight. I dreamed of the day that I could get it permanently straightened so I didn’t have crazy fly always & weird kinks in my hair. I would always either straighten it or pull it up or attempt to diffuse it, but I just didn’t likeContinue reading “Low Tox Hair Care Products for Curly Hair”
DIY Body Oil Roller
This is part of the series on roller bottles & essential oils. One of the best part of roller bottles is that they are a quick & easy way to access your essential oils on the go. You can mix up the perfect combo for various circumstances & roll it right onto your skin asContinue reading “DIY Body Oil Roller”
DIY Room Spray
DIY Room Spray One of the easiest ways (beyond diffusing) to freshen up a room with oils is wish this SUPER easy DIY room spray. Ditch the Febreeze & make you own bedroom, bathroom or spray with these super simple recipes with oils you probably have at home. A few tips - • makeContinue reading “DIY Room Spray”
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