In a triumphant if long overdue announcement, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently revealed that two cancer-causing chemicals commonly used in manufacturing household and industrial cleaning products and other goods…
holiday party prep the pure haven way: 6 steps to a flawless, toxin-free face
The holidays are approaching, and the invites are pouring in. Enjoy this festive time with family and friends looking and feeling your best. Make it happen with safe, effective skin…
toxin-free holiday gifting: thoughtful gift ideas for a healthier tomorrow
When giving and receiving gifts, we often hear, “It’s the thought that counts.” Sometimes that’s meant almost as a line of condolence for someone who receives a gift they didn’t…
the role of water quality in personal care products: what a recent contamination case can teach us
Owned by global conglomerate Colgate-Palmolive, Tom’s of Maine manufactures personal care products made with “naturally sourced and naturally derived ingredients” (according to its website). However, no one would guess that…
green fatigue: what it is and how to know when you’re experiencing it
There’s no end to the “green” terminology that has entered our lexicon over the past several decades. In the late 1970s, green began being widely used to describe all things…