Wed Jun 17, 2009
A Reusable Bag You’ll Never Forget
Category:
Eco-Friendly Mom Bags
What: Flip & Tumble Bags
Why: I really have the best of intentions. But I tend to forget to pack my reusable bags nearly every (and I do mean
every) time I go to the grocery store.
But now, I don’t need to worry about packing them at all. The clever little reusable bags from
Flip & Tumble are so small, they fit effortlessly in my bag. Unfolded, they are 12x14x5”, but when folded up, they fit in the palm of your hand. They come in a variety of vibrant colors and are just $9 a bag. (Less if you buy more.) Now, the only thing you’re likely to forget is that you’re carrying them.
Price: $9
Find it: flipandtumble.com
Mon Jun 08, 2009
Going Green: Travel with Biodegradable Accessories from ecoLiving Essentials
Category:
Eco-Friendly Travel
What: Biodegradable Shower Caps and Travel Booties from ecoLiving Essentials
Why: Who knew it was possible to travel with disposable products that are also eco-friendly?
ecoLiving Essentials ensures that you can throw items in your suitcase and then throw them away at the end of your trip. The
Biodegradable Shower Cap ($5.95 for three) decomposes naturally, and it can be recycled, composted or thrown in the garbage. Staying home this summer? They’re great to have on hand for guests.
Does it really gross you out to remove your shoes and walk barefoot through airport security? These
Biodegradable Travel Booties ($5.95 for 2 pair) actually meet
TSA requirements and keep your feet clean until you get your shoes back on. Take the booties off when your done and toss them with no worries about adding plastic to a landfill. Travel safe and clean, as well as green.
Find it: ecolivingessentials.com
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Thu Jun 04, 2009
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Nalgene Bottles to Keep the Whole Famly Hydrated
Category:
Eco-Friendly
What: New Everyday Bottles from Nalgene
Why: With summer coming, I am sure to have a water bottle in my bag throughout the day...maybe even two. Wouldn’t it be nice to have a sip without needing both hands? Voila!
Nalgene has some new bottles that ensure one-handed drinking for adults and kids alike.
The
OTG - Red - Everyday ($11.99) (OTG stands for “On The Go") has a flip top so you can grab a quick drink wherever you are—in the car, at the gym or running around town. It’s nice and skinny too, so it won’t take up too much room in your bag. And the
Grip and Gulp Purple Everyday ($9.25) is perfect for kids. It’s easy to grip and pretty much spill-proof (and we all know how important that is).
And the bottles are BPA-free, which means you can use them over and over without any chemicals leaching into the liquid inside. Enjoy a safe and easy way to drink this summer and hydrate to your heart’s content!
Find it: nalgene-outdoor.com
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Mon Jun 01, 2009
Going Green: Esencia Products by Samy Treat Your Hair Organically, with Salon Style
Category:
Eco-Friendly Mom Beauty
What: Esencia by Samy Volumizing Shampoo and Conditioner
Why: Esencia is a new line of hair care products from celebrity hairstylist
Samy. Since at least 95% natural ingredients are used, the shampoo and conditioner are good for your hair and skin, as well as the environment. And since there are no added chemicals, these organic ingredients can be used to their fullest potential to make your hair as full, shiny and healthy as possible. It’s not often you find salon-quality products that are eco-friendly...or vice versa. Just think— your hair can look great to go out on the town and when you sort the recycling!
Price: $20
Find it: hsn.com
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Wed May 27, 2009
Dandelion Earth-Friendly Goods for Baby
Category:
Children Toys Eco-Friendly
What: Dandelion Organic Rattles and Teethers
Why: When it comes to baby toys, the simpler, the better.
Dandelion Earth Friendly Goods knows this and has created a line of simple, soft toys that engage and entertain naturally. No loud colors, fancy lights or battery-operated sounds. Just baby-powered rattlers and teethers made from organic cotton in soft, soothing colors.
My two-month old is fascinated with the
Cozy Crinkle Book. It has three “pages” to explore, with a mix of velour, canvas and terry fabrics begging to be touched. It crinkles when it’s touched and it can be thrown in the wash when it gets dirty. Simple and smart.
Price: $8.99-$12.99
Find it: dandelionforbaby.com
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Tue May 26, 2009
Going Green: Switch to Soapnuts for an Organic Laundry Experience
Category:
Eco-Friendly For the Home
What: Soapnuts
Why: Soapnuts are not actually a nut, but the fruit from the Soapnut tree. Once the fruit ripens, it is harvested and packaged for your clothes-cleaning convenience. How do they work in your washing machine? The shells contain
Saponin, which is released in water and works to release dirt, grease, etc. from clothing.
Soapnuts have been used in India for centuries—long before toxins, chemicals and other ingredients that clean our clothes but can potentially harm our skin and the environment. It’s as organic a laundry detergent as you can get, and biodegradable as well. Since Soapnuts are completely natural with nothing synthetic added, they are ideal for people with sensitive skin. An effective way to clean clothing without adversely impacting the environment? Soapnut me up!
Price: $13.45 for 30 sachets (equals 30 loads of laundry)
Find it: naturenvy.com
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Thu May 21, 2009
Idbids: Toys that Teach Eco-Friendly Habits
Category:
Children Toys Eco-Friendly
What: Idbids
Why: Idbids (as in iddy biddy steps for a greener world) are toys that show kids actions they can take to conserve water, recycle and be as environmentally-conscious as possible. There are so many earth-friendly habits that we could instill in our kids, and it’s so important to teach them while they’re young. (To do his part, my son turns off the light as soon as he leaves a room.)
Ibids have three Starter Kits, which include either Waverly the water drop, Scout the cloud or Lola the flower, an organic cotton backpack, a storybook and a field guide. Kids can learn to incorporate ten simple tips into their daily lives.
When all ten are finished, go to the website for an official certificate to show that your kid is a planet protector. To further show their commitment to the earth, a portion of proceeds from each Idbid sold goes to The Nature Conservancy.
Price: $29.99 for a Starter Kit
Find it: idbids.com
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Tue May 19, 2009
Save Your Hair: Products that Protect Your Color…and the Planet
Category:
Eco-Friendly Mom Bath and Body
What: Save Your World’s Color-Safe Shampoos and Conditioners
Why: In today’s economy, we all have to make our dollars stretch just a little bit longer. Same goes for our hair color, right? Now you can treat your hair safely and naturally, as well as
help preserve the rainforest.
Save Your Hair products use all-natural and organic ingredients to ensure that your hair will be healthy, look great and smell amazing with four gorgeous scents to choose from. It will also give you the satisfaction of knowing that while caring for your locks, you are also saving an acre of rainforest. Great hair, good deed, done deal.
Price: $12.98 for shampoos (12 oz); $14.98 for conditioners (12 oz)
Find it: saveyourworld.com
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