Much of the chocolate on sale in the UK contains palm oil. Palm oil is one of the most widely consumed oils in the world and appears in around 50% of all the products in the supermarket. Grown in tropical places like Indonesia, Malaysia, Borneo, Thailand, Colombia and Nigeria this plant oil is threatening natural …
Non-toxic rugs and carpets are the healthier choice when it comes to decorating your home. Sustainable, recyclable, and eco-friendly, these non-toxic rugs are grown without chemicals. They’re created without potentially toxic glues and other chemicals and don’t harm fragile ecosystems or kill wildlife. If you’d like to know more about the dangers of regular rugs …
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If you’re moving toward a zero-waste lifestyle or simply looking to reduce your environmental footprint, it’s time to consider switching to an eco-friendly phone case. Far too often, those regular phone cases you’ll find on the high street are made from plastics which often aren’t recyclable, contain potentially harmful chemicals like BPA, phthalates and glues …
Did you know that your regular laundry detergent could be irritating your skin, triggering a range of health conditions and polluting the land and oceans? That’s why switching to a greener, non-toxic laundry detergent is an important step to take if you’re serious about living a more natural life. In this article we’ll look at …
If you’re thinking of buying an eco-friendly women’s razor, you’re probably well aware of how our use of those horrible disposable plastic razors, blades and even reusable handles is contributing to the plastic waste crisis we’re facing. Think about it. You buy your disposable plastic razor or plastic replacement blades. These are made from plastic …
Noticed a red and itchy rash appear suddenly after you use a particular cosmetic? Skin feel very irritated after you do the washing up? You could be sensitive to methylisothiazolinone, a chemical that is found in the majority of cosmetics and many household cleaning products like washing up liquid and laundry detergent. Luckily, there’s an …
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Apple cider vinegar is one of the latest health crazes to have hit the world. Celebrities like Katy Perry, Megan Fox and Hilary Duff have been singing the praises of the stuff and saying that this tart tasting liquid helps them to stay looking and feeling wonderful. But it’s not just the celebrities. Experts like …
Are synthetic rugs toxic? The answer might surprise you. Synthetic rugs do indeed contain a large amount of chemicals which could be considered harmful to both humans and the environment. Although cheaper than natural, eco-friendly rugs, the health risk these pose completely outweighs the financial savings. That’s why, if you care about the health and …
Did you know that 75-80% of the environmental impact of your clothes comes from washing and drying? According to Energy Star, the average household does a massive 400 loads of laundry per year and consumes 51,103 litres of water in the process. When you consider all the energy that’s needed to produce heat and to …
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If you’re organising a celebration or a big event, you’ve no doubt wondered how you can make it as eco-friendly as possible. You know that single-use plastic is terrible for the environment, so you’ve decided to ditch disposable plastic plates in favour of something greener. Paper plates seem like the easiest and most obvious option. …
