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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Mosquitos are one of the deadliest creatures on Earth. In addition to the skin irritation, redness and swelling they cause with their bites, they can also carry diseases such as malaria, dengue fever, Zika virus, yellow fever, encephalitis which account for over a million deaths every year. While we’re more likely to suffer the milder …
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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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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 …
If you have sensitive, reactive skin, you might find that regular face wash products packed full of artificial chemicals do more harm than good. One particular culprit is sodium lauryl sulphate (SLS). SLS is a foaming agent that can irritate the skin and dry it out, which is why people with hypersensitive skin are often …
If you haven’t already heard of low-poo shampoo, then it might sound a little strange. Shampoo described as “low-poo” means its free of sulphates, silicones and other harsh chemicals. Any form of shampoo that is made from natural ingredients and is free from sulphates and silicones can be referred to as “low-poo”. In its purest …
We should start this guide by saying that “chemical-free” is actually a misnomer. Everything is made up of chemicals, so it’s technically impossible to go “chemical-free”. What we really mean by “chemical-free” is “free from harmful artificial chemicals”. Many products we use on a daily basis contain artificial chemicals that can be harmful to our …
In this day and age, it couldn’t easier to get your hands on quality natural and organic skincare products. With extensive research and innovation, we are in an age with great understanding of what is and isn’t good for our skin. Unlike many chemical skincare products, natural and organic skincare products are rarely harmful to …
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If you want to minimise your plastic waste or go entirely zero-waste, it’s likely you’ve dug out your mum’s vintage Tupperware containers or invested in some cute plastic food storage containers from your local second-hand store. However, using old Tupperware or plastic food containers like these might not be the most sensible or healthy option. …
Baby powder has been used for many years as a nursery and changing bag staple to help prevent nappy rash, and also by adults as a low-cost beauty product. Baby powder has been around for over 100 years, with Johnson & Johnsons selling the product for the first time in 1894. However, there has been …
