Kelly Bonanno

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10 Tips To Create A Healthier Indoor Environment In Your Home

  • Conserve Energy Shut lights off when you leave a room, use energy efficient light bulbs in all your fixtures, and reduce phantom energy drains by unplugging electronics when they’re not in use. This will save you money too. 
  • Compost Like An Eco Boss  This seems like a rather big project but it’s actually not. You just need to get it set up. It turns food scraps into a rich additive for soil that helps plants thrive but if it’s not done right it can be a smelly mess. If gardening is a form of your self-care, you’ll like composting. After a few weeks you’ll have crumbly compost for your lawn and garden. Many cities even provide you with a free composting bin which certainly makes it far easier. Check with your municipality to find out if they offer that service.
  • Eat Less Meat Livestock production emits more greenhouse gas and uses a huge amount of land and water. In his enlightening book, Food Fix: How to Save Our Health, Our Economy, Our Communities, and Our Planet–One Bite at a Time, Dr. Mark Hyman, Chairman, Institute for functional medicine, says that our food system is the number one cause of climate change. Loss of soil, factory farming of animals, processing and food waste are some of the contributing factors.
  • Shop local And Shop Consciously  Buy less, recycle more, upcycle and seek businesses that are environmentally focused.
  • Detox Your Home Occupy your time during lockdown by creating a healthier, less toxic home. You are currently spending more time inside your home than ever. The environment inside your home is up to TEN TIMES more polluted than it is outside. I cannot impress upon you enough how important it is to create a less toxic home. Environmental toxins impair your immune system and wreak havoc on your health. I know it’s daunting and overwhelming, that’s exactly why I created my easy workshop-style course:  The Home Detox Masterclass will remove the overwhelm, save you an abundance of time and you will avoid the hassle of being greenwashed. This makes it easy for you to learn the steps you need to clean up your indoor environment, reduce your toxic load, and minimize your carbon footprint. (In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, I’m keeping it at the very low introductory rate for a limited time – grab it for $37. Tell a friend.) Imagine how relieved you’ll be when you know exactly what to do and what to use.  Click here to learn more & register.

If you are concerned about climate change, make some eco friendly changes in your own home. What’s going on in your home affects the earth. 

It starts with you.

  • Clean Hair Care Is Best For Humans and Mother Nature Make the switch to clean, non toxic hair care. Americans poor hundreds of millions of gallons of shampoo down the drain each year. The waste water treatment plants in this country are designed to remove bacteria but not toxic chemicals so that contamination can end up back into our water supply. Using clean beauty and personal care products is very beneficial to your health as well as the planet.
  • Drive Less, Bike And Walk Way More Wonderful for the environment, your wallet and your waistline.
  • Burning Clean Candles Paraffin candles emit toxic chemicals such as benzene, toulene, and keytones into the air and many wicks contain heavy metals. Soy and palm oil candles are hydrogenated and often contain paraffin. Soy can be a safe option if it’s non GMO. Beeswax and coconut wax are clean, safe options.

The EPA ranks indoor air pollution one of the top five environmental health risks

  • Green Your Beauty Routine This is good for the planet and it will reduce your toxic load which is super healthy for you.
  • Plant A Beautiful Tree This is a great thing to do with your family while you’re in lockdown. Even one tree has a positive impact on the earth. They absorb carbon dioxide, release oxygen into the atmosphere, help regulate the water cycle and provide food and habitat for wildlife and humans.

Environmental toxins found in homes account for an estimated 75%-80% of cancer cases and deaths in the US.

 

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10 Actionable Tips To Go Green For Earth Day & Every Day 🌎

Happy Earth Day

55 years ago today, 20 million Americans held demonstrations across the country rallying for a healthy, sustainable environment. We still face many of the same environmental issues as we did on that first Earth Day when founder, Gaylord Nelson, a Wisconsin Senator at the time, was inspired to make a difference after the devastation of the 1969 oil spill in Santa Barbara, a beautiful coastal town here in Southern California not far from where I live.

  “What’s the use of a fine house if you haven’t got a tolerable home planet to put it on?”

~Henry David Thoreau

The hippie chick inside this eco advocate considers every day Earth Day. The theme this year is “Our Power, Our Planet.” As a Life & Dating Coach & Matchmaker for single people who want a meaningful relationship, I love helping them detox their relationships, environment and mindset so they can make their next chapter their best chapter ~ these tips will help you detox your environment.

Celebrate Earth Day by connecting with your inner flower child and take action by implementing as many of these eco-friendly habits as possible:

  • Green Your Beauty Routine This is good for the planet and it will reduce your toxic load which is super healthy for you. Click here for recommendations to make it easy.
  • Conserve Energy Shut lights off when you leave a room, use energy efficient light bulbs in all your fixtures, and reduce phantom energy drains by unplugging electronics when they’re not in use. This will save you money too. 
  • Drive Less, Bike & Walk Way More Wonderful for the environment, your wallet and your waistline.
  • Detox Your Home The environment inside your home is up to TEN TIMES more polluted than it is outside. I cannot impress upon you enough how important it is to create a less toxic home. Environmental toxins impair your immune system and wreak havoc on your health. I know it’s daunting and overwhelming, that’s exactly why I created my easy workshop-style course: The Home Detox Masterclass  will remove the overwhelm, save you an abundance of time and you will avoid the hassle of being greenwashed. This makes it easy for you to learn the steps you need to clean up your indoor environment, reduce your toxic load, and minimize your carbon footprint. Tell a friend.) Imagine how relieved you’ll be when you know exactly what to do and what to use. What better way to celebrate Earth Day?!  Click here to learn more & register.

The EPA ranks indoor air pollution one of the top five environmental health risks

  • Burning Clean Candles Paraffin candles emit toxic chemicals such as benzene, toulene, and keytones into the air and many wicks contain heavy metals. Soy and palm oil candles are hydrogenated and often contain paraffin. Soy can be a safe option if it’s non GMO. Beeswax and coconut wax are clean, safe options.
  • Compost Like An Eco Boss  This seems like a rather big project but it’s actually not. You just need to get it set up. It turns food scraps into a rich additive for soil that helps plants thrive but if it’s not done right it can be a smelly mess. Learn how with Master gardener, Stacey Murphy. You’ll also find helpful tips at The Spruce. If gardening is a form of your self-care, you’ll like composting. After a few weeks you’ll have crumbly compost for your lawn and garden. Many cities even provide you with a free composting bin which certainly makes it far easier. Check with your municipality to find out if they offer that service.
  • Eat Less Meat Livestock production emits more greenhouse gas and uses a huge amount of land and water. In his enlightening book, Food Fix: How to Save Our Health, Our Economy, Our Communities, and Our Planet–One Bite at a Time, Dr. Mark Hyman, Chairman, Institute for functional medicine, says that our food system is the number one cause of climate change. Loss of soil, factory farming of animals, processing and food waste are some of the contributing factors.
  • Shop local And Shop Consciously  Buy less, recycle more, upcycle and seek businesses that are environmentally focused.

If you are concerned about climate change, make some eco friendly changes in your own home. What’s going on in your home affects the earth. 

It starts with you.

  • Clean Hair Care Is Best For Humans and Mother Nature Make the switch to clean, non toxic hair care. Americans poor hundreds of millions of gallons of shampoo down the drain each year. The waste water treatment plants in this country are designed to remove bacteria but not toxic chemicals so that contamination can end up back into our water supply. Using clean beauty and personal care products is very beneficial to your health as well as the planet.
  • Plant A Beautiful Tree This is a great thing to do with your family while you’re in lockdown. Even one tree has a positive impact on the earth. They absorb carbon dioxide, release oxygen into the atmosphere, help regulate the water cycle and provide food and habitat for wildlife and humans.

Environmental toxins found in homes account for an estimated 75%-80% of cancer cases and deaths in the US.

 

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World Water Day 2022: 5 Simple Steps You Can Take To Conserve Water & Help Alleviate The Global Water Crisis

We luxuriate in bubble baths, enjoy hot showers, swim in our pools, wash our cars, water our house plants, clean our dishes and clothes, drench our lawns, gulp our 8 glasses all without much thought. Water is probably the resource that is most taken for granted because it seems so abundant but it’s really not.

We can’t live without it yet there are currently about 844 million people on this planet who do not have access to safe, clean water in their home.

 

World Water Day is about bringing awareness to this global crisis and supporting those suffering every single day deprived of clean water and adequate sanitation.

A child dies every 20 seconds from a water-related illness. 

90% of the nearly 2 million deaths caused by diarrheal diseases each year from lack of proper sanitation are in children under the age of 5. Truly heartbreaking.

It’s a problem even here in the United States, 8% of us do not have access to clean drinking water. The issue needs awareness but like all serious issues, we need to take action and do our part to alleviate the problem today and every day.

 “The crisis of our diminishing water resources is just as severe (if less obviously immediate) as any wartime crisis we have ever faced. Our survival is just as much at stake as it was at the time of Pearl Harbor, or the Argonne, or Gettysburg, or Saratoga.”

~Jim Wright, U.S. Representative, The Coming Water Famine, 1966

Jim Wright made that statement 56 years ago and here we are 5 decades later and it’s still a dire situation. Where I live, here in California, we are currently in the middle of a severe drought so saving water is at the top of mind for many of us Californians but there are things we all can do that will make a difference when it comes to the water shortage.

As is the case with most environmental issues, it starts with us. It starts in our homes. What are you doing in your home to make this planet a healthier, safer, cleaner place?

  • Experts agree that the best way to help is to simply use less water. Conserve and realize that it’s not an infinite source. Be respectful of that fact; take it into consideration each time you use water for any of your daily activities. Don’t allow the water to run needlessly. Little things like turning off the faucet while you brush your teeth and taking shorter showers help. Even just a quick five minute shower uses 10 to 25 gallons of water. Can’t stand washing dishes like me? Good news if you have an energy star dishwasher, it uses 4 gallons per cycle while water running in your sink uses 4 gallons every two minutes.
  • Do not clean small loads of clothes. About 41 gallons of water is used per load in most washing machines. Fill ‘er up.
  • Make sure none of the faucets in your home have leaks. If they do, get them fixed!
  • No one loves a hot shower more than me. I’m not a bath girl but the feeling of the warm water cascading all over my body is relaxing and heavenly but taking shorter showers is important. Even just a quick 5 minute shower uses 10 to 25 gallons of water. Get clean and get out. And, dry bathe whenever possible.
  • On a daily basis, children and women around the world spend roughly 258 million hours each day collecting water. In developing countries they walk up to 6 hours EVERY day just to get water. Can you even imaging doing that each day Your donation to WaterDay.org  will help empower them with safe water and sanitation. Another way to help is buy Stella Artois beer. Each limited edition chalice sold equals 5 years of clean water.

 

“I really think we focus too much on ‘scarcity.’ Water is, and always has been, scarce. The truth is, we really need to go back to grade school Earth Science class and remember that water on the planet exists in an interconnected cycle.” ~ Alexandra Cousteau

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Clean Your Beauty Routine & Boost Your Metabolism

Are you overwhelmed and confused by all the conflicting and misleading information out there about what to eat and what products are truly clean and green? I get it. I’ve been there and I can help.

Minimizing your body’s toxic burden is crucial for overall health, it’s also important when it comes to managing your weight.

Would it shock you to hear that your makeup and personal care products could be one of the reasons you’re struggling to lose weight? It’s true. Certain toxins commonly found in conventional products can alter your metabolism and the way your body stores fat.

These type of toxins in your beauty & personal care products can lead to:

Bloating

Weight gain

Inflammation

Brain fog

Cancer

Autoimmune disease

& other adverse effects

I created this free time saving clean beauty quickstart toolkit to help you ditch toxins that mess with your health and metabolism and cause dreaded weight fluctuations.

This tool kit will give you the proven steps to reduce toxic load and clean your beauty routine so you can avoid toxins that impair your metabolism and your immune system.

>>> CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE TOOLKIT <<<

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Clean Beauty Scene Holiday Gift Guide

Hello savvy beauty! This blog post is the companion holiday gift guide to Episode 15 of Clean Beauty Scene Podcast. You can listen on any podcast app, click here to listen on Apple Podcast.

Please don’t head to the mall to get the toxic junk – you know the brands I’m talking about. Instead, give your sisters, daughters, nieces, girlfriends, moms and wives (and yourself!) healthy beauty with glamourous eco conscious products. This curated list gives you a wide variety of suggestions.

I love this time of year. I happen to enjoy Christmas shopping and searching for the perfect gifts!

Keep checking back, this list will be updated often.

I’m offering 20% off my coaching services and programs for the holidays.

Click here to enter the Aspen Apothecary giveaway!

Skincare

Niru Beauty Turmeric + CBD Mask Kit and Face Oil Gift Set for Normal/Oily Skin Brightening and toning Ayurveda face mask and nutrient-rich anti-aging face oil come pre-wrapped in a beautiful paper gift box. $65 Use code CleanBeauty for 20% off. I had the pleasure of interviewing CEO and creator Leena Roy on the podcast last month, episode 11. Listen to the interview on any podcast app and learn how her ingredients heal acne and give you glowing skin. Click here to listen on Apple Podcasts.

Indie Lee Discovery Kit Complete 3 step skincare routine includes travel sizes of 3 of their best sellers: Brightening Cleanser (the BEST cleanser!), CoQ-10 Toner and Squalane Facial Oil $29

AnnMarie Herbal Facial Oil  Handcrafted using organic and wildcrafted ingredients, balances, moisturizes and softens skin. $45 Use code GLOWING10 for 10% off

LoveGoodly Essential Subscription Box Recipients gets a box every other month curated with 4-5 full size products, focused on nontoxic, cruelty free and vegan beauty and skincare, as well as an occasional eco style accessory, wellness product or healthy snack. Pause or cancel anytime. Single Essential Box also available $34.95

Herbivore Botanicals Prism Exfoliating Glow Serum Gentle yet effective daily exfoliation with this new and improved formula of 12% natural fruit- and plant-based AHAs and 3% Willow Bark-based BHA $54

Blissoma Holiday Support Set Pure Sensitive Care Complex, Stress Relief Serum, and a Hand and Body Cream all in a gift box $75 (25% off). I’ll have founder Julie Longyear on the show soon!

Living Libations Frankincense Honey Mask Fortifying and skin nourishing $24.96

Skincando Miracle Cream Thick, luxurious hydrating night cream that has had a loyal following for over fifteen years! $12 – $70. I’ve invited CEO and founder, Sara DAmelio on the podcast so stay tuned!

Holiday Edition: 5-in-1 Cinnamon Cassia & Coconut Moisturizing Exfoliator Exfoliates and moisturizes dry cracked skin. Check out my Facebook live interview with founder Rene Bartosh here, learn about the line and how she created it after years of suffering from chronic, dry, cracked, often bleeding skin $20 & up.

Bella Vida Skincare Minis Gift Set Includes a variety of mask minis: Blueberry Coco Charcoal Mask, Pineapple Paradiso Glow Mask, Radiant Sunflower Serum, Coco Citrus Noir Purifying Cleanser, Pumpkin Pie Enzyme Mask $27 (nearly 50% off!) I’m excited to welcome founder and fellow SoCal resident, Erin Schmidt to the podcast after the new year!

Colorado Aromatics Razz Hyaluronic Acid Tightening Serum $16.85 You had me at tightening serum! This serum is wonderful and smells beautiful. Be on the lookout for an interview with CEO, Cindy Jones.

Makeup

Ilia Eye Love Clean Eye Makeup Set Includes eye tint, liner, my latest favorite mascara in a nice travel bag! $45***

Aether Beauty Amethyst Crystal Gemstone Palette 12 gorgeous eyeshadow shades $58***

PYT Beauty Day-to-Night Cool Eyeshadow Palette Love this, neutral but stunning shades $32***

Salty Girl Beauty 5 Minute Makeup Kit Includes foundation, concealer, multi stick, lip gloss, and mascara in your choice of shades with a cute makeup bag $120

 

Earth Based Body Multi Purpose Lip & Cheek Tint. Sheer tint that delivers shine and hydration $22. Founder Nancy Sundboom will be on the podcast in 2021. Check out the gorgeous watercolor artwork on the packaging created by Chicago artist, Christine Arcus.

Crunchi Solarise™ Bronzer Every savvy girl needs a good bronzer all year round!$36

Kosas Mini Wet Set Lip Oil Gloss Trio Set of 3 best-selling hydrating plumping mini Wet Lip Oils $25***

Want my top 10 beauty secrets delivered to your inbox instantly? Click Here ? This checklist gives you easy, actionable tips that you can start right away to look & feel your best!

Body Care

100% Pure Coconut Body Oasis Deeply moisturizing coconut shower gel, whipped body butter, hand buttercream $38 (40% off)

Sway Trademark Dry Body Oil A luxurious body oil formulated with over 10 precious botanical oils and extracts. Customize and choose your own skin boost, aroma and toppings. Use Code SWAY@& for 27% off $48

Pure Haven Complete Almond Biscotti or Candy Cane Pack Includes dream cream (a cult favorite), candle, body wash, moisturizing hand soap, and body butter. Smaller sets available and items may be purchased separately. Limited Edition. $24.95 – $112.95

Hair Care

Innersense Organic Beauty Box Clean, luxurious hair care set that includes shampoo, conditioner, leave in conditioner and lift volumizer $56 (50% off!)

Pura D’or Apple Cider Vinegar Thin To Thick Shampoo and Conditioner Set Encourages exfoliation to the hair and scalp and locks in hydration. This is my current favorite hair care! $25.99  $18.19 with code Bf2020. 30% off all products with that code!

Nail Care & Polish

Lauren B. Beauty Luxury Nail Care Collection Long-wearing, chip resistant, vegan, luxury eco nail polish and nail care.  Use kellyb20 and get 20% off.  Lauren Berkovitz, CEO and founder was the first person I interviewed on Clean Beauty Scene podcast! She is featured on episode 11, you can listen on any podcast app, click here to listen on Apple Podcasts.

PRITINYC All That Jazz Collection 3 bottles in beautiful, festive holiday colors $30 I’ve invited founder Kim D’Amato on the podcast.

Perfume

Aspen Apothecary CBD Infused Vegan Perfume Created by BIPOC sisters committed to amplifying women $79. Named by InStyle as one of the “Only Luxury CBD Beauty brands I’ll ever shop”. I had the extreme pleasure of interviewing CEO & co-founder Keta Burke-Williams on Clean Beauty Scene podcast, you can listen on any podcast app. Be sure to enter our big giveaway for your chance to win a bottle of their beautiful perfume, a tote bag, and a wellness coaching session with moi! Click here to enter the giveaway!

Abbott NYC Exploration Set  8 unisex fragrances inspired by nature $28***

Stocking Stuffers

I always looked forward to checking out my stocking on Christmas morning! My mom… er Santa put the best stuff in there. My favorite was a big tube of the giant Bonne Bell Lip Smackers in six different flavors. Oh do I wish those were toxin free. Fortunately, I found a few clean alternatives. Lip Smackers will always hold a special place in my heart.

LaVigne Liminal Resilience Face Oil Poppy-infused blend of active botanicals that hydrate, nourish, and encourage resilience. This is the first product in their Derm Immortelle line $5.00 – $9.00 for trial sizes.

Pure & Coco Pumpkin Spice Moisturizing Lip Balm $7

Pacifica Wake Up Beautiful Set $15

Pure Haven Refresh Moisturizer With Pre+Probiotics $29.95

Lhamour Hand Butter from Pink Moon $10

Vertly CBD Infused Bath Salts $29***

100% Pure $10 Beauty Deals Tons of items for just 10 bucks… foundation, mascara, lipstick, lotion, powder and much more!

For Little Girls & Tweens

Get them started on clean products, their systems are delicate and still developing. Fortunately, there are fun clean lines for especially for them.

Prim & Pure Sparkle & Glam Gift Set $29.99

Lip Smacker alternatives:

Fatco

BellaBar Macaron Lip Balm Set

Pacifica

Hurraw!

Ladybug Jane

Beauty Tools

MOTD Cosmetics Pretty Perfect Essential Face Makeup Brush Set From Safe & Chic $77

Rodan+Fields Micro needling anti-aging tool and Pour Cleansing MD System that exfoliates, minimizes pores and extracts blackheads. Starting at $204

Mount Lai Gua Sha Facial Lifting Tool A personal must-have! $28

Skin Gym Rose Quartz Facial Roller $28***

Gifts For Men

Erin’s Faces Lumberjack Skincare Set For Men Face wash and face lotion $75

Pure Haven Men’s 4-piece daily skin care set includes shave butter, aftershave and moisturizer, body wash, and face wash $67.95

Bow Chica Bow Wow

Into The Wylde Wylde One Herb & water-based lubricant $11.99

Java Skincare Sexy Serum Stimulating and sensual caffeine-infused massage and lubricant oil $19.50

Province Apothecary Sex Oil $28***

Click here to apply for a complimentary consultation to receive some guidance in reaching your health, clean beauty and weight loss goals ★

Wishing you & your family a very Happy Holiday Season! 

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How To Choose Safe Sunscreen: What To Avoid & What To Use

My happy place… a beach day with my loves

I have a confession. I love the smell of Coppertone. Despite the fact that I know that is one hell of a toxic fragrance, I love it because it brings back happy memories of exhilarating beach days and fun afternoons at our community pool. Regardless, I still don’t use it because there is no way I’m slathering those toxins on me or my kids.

I have gone so non toxic with all my products that now I am extremely sensitive to the toxic scent of synthetic fragrance. I can detect the scent a mile away and I usually cannot stand the smell but Coppertone is the exception.

One question I’m often asked is, “what sunscreen should I use,” because by now, most of know that the chemicals in most sunscreens pose serious health risks. Even mainstream western doctors admit that the chemicals found in most brands are dangerous.

One important thing to remember is that you need to wear sunscreen every single day of the year, even when it’s cloudy. The sun hits you through the window while you’re driving and even comes through the windows of your home.

I’ve written about this several times over the years. I like to do a refresh on the topic as summer approaches when we’ll be slathering our bodies and our kid’s bodies with sunscreen.

The safest sunblock is non-nanoparticle zinc oxide but if you’re curious about the common sunscreen ingredients that you should avoid, here is a rundown:

8 Ingredients You Do Not Want In Your Sunscreen

1. Oxybenzone
This hormone disruptor penetrates the skin, enters the bloodstream and behaves as estrogen in the body. It’s been shown to cause cell damage that promotes cancer, allergic reactions and even endometriosis.

The Glorious Pacific Ocean

2. 4-MBC
4-MBC is a chemical that chemical enters the bloodstream and behaves as estrogen in the body as well. It’s also been linked to cancer. Both 4-MBC and oxybenzone are such dangerous hormone disruptors that scientists are urging parents to refrain from using any product containing either on children but it’s found in most sunscreens, even those made especially for babies. 

3. Octinoxate (Octyl Methoxycinnamate)
This widely used sunscreen ingredient disrupts thyroid hormone, affects brain signaling and lab tests show that is kills mouse cells when exposed to sunlight, even at low doses.  Octinoxate and octisalate are neurotoxins that have even been shown to cause Petit Mal seizures. 

4. Avobenzone
Also known as Parsol 1789 and butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane. It generates free radicals in the body and has also been cited as an endocrine disruptor. It is unstable and sunlight causes it to break down into unknown chemicals, especially when used with octinoxate.

5. Retinyl palmitate
This is a form of vitamin A. It is an antioxidant that slows the aging process in skin which is fine for use in night creams. However, a study done by the FDA discovered a connection to cancer because it may accelerate growth in tumors and skin lesions when exposed to sunlight which makes it a dangerous ingredient for sunscreen.

The FDA does not conduct any safety testing on sunscreen. It is completely unregulated so manufacturers can use any ingredients they want. 

6. Parabens
You’ll also find parabens listed as methylparaben, propylparaben, and butylparaben. They are found in many cosmetics as well as sunscreen. Like oxybenzone, parbens mimic the body’s natural hormones increasing the risk of various cancers.

Would you like help on how to avoid other toxins or to discuss health or weight concerns? Book your complimentary call today! 

7. Padimate O (Octyl Dimethyl PABA / PABA Ester)
This damages DNA, releases free radicals, mimics estrogen and causes allergies in some people.

8. Benzophenone 
This is one of the most commonly found ingredients in sunscreens. It is known to cause cancer in lab animals.

9. Homosalate
Causes organ system toxicity and dispruts sex hormones in animal studies.

The sunblocking ingredient you want in your sunscreen is zinc oxide made without nanotechnology. Zinc is a physical sunblock which means it reflects light back into the environment. Your skin basically does not see the sun.

Nanoparticles have been shown to cross the cell barrier driving into organs, even attaching to brain cells. They’ve also caused developmental issues in animals. Mineral sunscreens are often made with nanotechnology.

In addition to harming your health, these toxins also harm marine life. The coral reefs are being damaged and killed off. This is a major issue. Many clean sunscreens brands will say ‘reef safe’ on the bottle. If it’s safe for the beautiful coral reefs, it will be for us.

So what can we use?! Sunscreen that doesn’t have these harmful ingredients. If depends on your skin type, personal preference and how green you want to go. Do you want to completely pure and plant-based or are you OK with a few safe synthetics? Several trusted clean beauty brands make nontoxic sunscreen. I offer clients help in deciding based on skin type, needs, budget and preferences.

As with all personal care and beauty products, there’s no one size fits all but here are some good general recommendations:

**Want to make shopping for cosmetics, beauty & personal care products for you & your family easier? Grab my list of Top 12 Toxic Ingredients to avoid** 

We need sunlight. A deficiency in vitamin D3 causes a whole host of severe illnesses including. Recent studies are revealing that avoiding the sun blocks our body’s ability to produce vitamin D3.

It’s even more beneficial to get that natural vitamin D barefoot with your feet in the sand, grass, or dirt so you’re getting those wonderful grounding negative ions.

Lake Tahoe With My Cutie

Do you know someone who is looking for safe sunscreen? Send this their way and share it on Facebook, tweet it, Pin, it. Everyone needs safe sunscreen! These ingredients are especially toxic to children and babies because their delicate systems are not fully developed so they have a harder time filtering out toxins.

 “… some sunscreens are known to interfere with hormone action… could plausibly increase the risk of various cancers” -Thomas Zoeller, Endocrine Society

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10 Tips To Make Going Green Easy In 2020 #ReduceYourToxicLoad

I hope this shiny new decade is off to a fabulous start for you! There’s something very exciting about starting fresh with a brand new year and diving into a world of possibilities, isn’t there? With this being a new decade it feels there’s even more promise!

I am so ready for a phenomenal year, it got off to a great start with a weekend in Palm Springs where I attended Level Up Live, a fantastic business conference with Allison Maslan, CEO and Founder of Pinnacle Global Network and author of Scale Or Fail. It was a powerful weekend full of inspiration and valuable takeaways. If you are a business owner I highly recommend attending her next event. What a motivating way to start 2020!

How is your 2020 so far? Many of us have big plans when a new year begins making lofty resolutions we vow to achieve. Unfortunately, most falter by February because creating habits on our own isn’t easy.

I don’t necessarily make resolutions but it is a good time to make some positive changes. Mine is getting back to a regular yoga practice. I miss it.

New Year’s resolutions typically involve some type of health improvement, does yours? I recommend going green because living an eco friendly lifestyle reduces your toxic load which improves your health a great deal because toxicity levels in your system can wreak havoc on your health. The healthiest individuals make detoxing a natural part of their daily routine.

Your health and longevity are largely determined by your lifestyle, only about 25% is dictated by your genetics. One of the most important things that you can do to improve your health is to reduce your toxic load. This requires detoxing our personal care and beauty routines and our home environments. The good news, it’s really not difficult and I am here to help you do it.

A healthy, eco friendly lifestyle is not a luxury. Detoxing your lifestyle is simply not an option if you want to be healthy.

The truth is, we live in an extremely toxic world. Whether you are just beginning your green journey or you are already living a pretty clean life but want to go further, all steps to detoxing will improve your health. Period. Try this eco detox for 2020. Even small changes will make a difference.

  • Start your day with a detoxifying drink. A cup of warm water with the juice of 1 organic lemon will set you up with a healthy start to your day by helping to flush the kidneys, aid digestion, boost the immune system, reduce inflammation, balance pH levels and the acidity stimulates liver to produce acids that help detox the body… how about all those benefits without much work?! Oh and you’ll also get a nice dose of potassium, calcium, magnesium, iron, vitamin B and C and other antioxidants, which all help combat wrinkles savvy girls! 
  • Sip your cuppa sustainably Another disposable item habit to break is coffee pods, 30 million go to the landfills each day. Start using reusable K-cups for Keurig. You’ll save money and help out the beautiful planet.
  • Ecofy your cleaning routine Use products that do not contain harmful toxins to clean your home, car, and office. Just like using non toxic personal care products, this is far healthier for the environment and your family, including your pets.
  • Steer clear of Bisphenol A I have written about the dangers of BPA in several posts over the years. It’s found in everything from plastic containers to the lining of canned foods to cash register receipts. BPA is problematic because it imitates estrogen so it disrupts our endocrine system and messes with hormones. It’s been associated with many cancers including breast cancer. The truth is, most plastic has estrogenic chemicals so it’s healthy to avoid plastic as much as possible.
  • Toss toxic air fresheners  Exposure even just once a week can increase your odds of developing asthma by as much as 71% and can contribute to an increase in pulmonary diseases. Plus there is no evidence that they disinfect the air in any way but research is showing that chemicals in these products harm us. Try Master Blaster, it eliminates odors and blasts stain (even tough laundry stains) or Unearthed room sprays.
  • Use cute reusable water bottles  You know sipping your daily h20 intake from plastic water bottles is no good because of the BPA and phthalates not to mention how horrible they are for the environment.

Being green might not have been easy for Kermit but it can be for you

  • Recycle  Every ton of paper we recycle, saves 17 trees, 7000 gallons of water, 380 gallons of oil so recycle it! About 40% of landfill waste is paper!
  • Use Less Water  Take shorter showers & turn off the water while brushing your teeth, washing your face and hands.
  • Use Clean Beauty & Personal Care Products  What goes on your body doesn’t just affect you and your health, they harm our precious environment. When you reduce your own personal exposure to toxins with clean beauty you reduce your contribution of dangerous chemicals getting back into our environment. Click here for a list of quality brands. Our government is not making sure our products are safe so we need to choose them wisely.
  • Steer Clear of Traditional Dry Cleaners  Even trace amounts of the commonly used solvent perchloroethylene [perc] has been labeled as a ‘likely human carcinogen’ by the EPA. Start patronizing green dry cleaners or don’t buy as much ‘dry clean only’ garments. You’ll save money and the environment. Women spend roughly $1500 a year on dry cleaning bills!
  • Here’s a bonus tip: DITCH TOXIC DEODORANT & ANTIPERSPIRANT! I’m sure you heard by now that they contain parabens (which mimic the body’s natural hormones increasing the risk of breast and other cancers) and aluminum. Both have been found in breast cancer tissue. Our underarms absorb even more than other areas of our skin. Want a safe, healthy alternative that actually works ALL day and night? You’ll find it here in my list of clean personal care products that I approve. My favorite is Pure Haven because it works.

There you have it, a new year’s detox that doesn’t require fasting or juicing. How about that? Pretty easy way to detox, right?!

If you’d to like go further in creating a healthier indoor environment, check out my masterclass: Go Green And Create A Healthy, Eco Friendly Home. 

This short, workshop-style course gives you a deep dive into detoxifying your home and going green to reduce your family’s toxic load and carbon footprint.

And if you want to green your beauty routine grab The Savvy Girl’s Guide To Clean Beauty: Look Younger Without Harmful Chemicals In 10 Easy Steps.

Be sure to enter my latest giveaway for your chance to win Pure & Coco Skincare products and cosmetic bag, my Home Detox Masterclass and a 1:1 Eco Wellness coaching session with me ~ prize valued over $200!

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I Am Honored To Be A Green Business Certification Recipient

I am beyond thrilled to share some very exciting news. I have been honored with the Green Business Certification from my beloved city of Thousand Oaks, California! #TOStrong 

This is a proud moment

I am extremely proud to be a Certified Green Business. Being honored like this truly means a lot to me. Educating, enlightening and inspiring others to treat themselves and the planet with a little more kindness by being more conscious about our environment and minimizing the body’s toxic burden with eco friendly lifestyle habits, clean eco products and love is my passion and dedication.

It is an extreme privilege to be a part of this program among sustainable businesses who are growing the green economy and using sustainable business practices. My resolute meliorism fuels my belief that the betterment of this beautiful planet can absolutely be attainable if we all do our part. 

The Earth needs to be cared for

I’m not unrealistic, I know that we have a long way to go. We’ve been treating the planet poorly for too long. Trashing it, frankly. However, even small steps help.

I’m committed to educating and enlightening people about how to take better care of the earth which will in turn, be healthier for all humans. 

It’s inspiring to see more businesses implement sustainable practices. Being the recipient of this certification is something to celebrate.

The green movement is growing, be part of it

There are many things we can do that help the environment and each of those things makes it safer for wild life, marine life, and us humans as well.

Living a more sustainable, eco conscious life does not have to be difficult or overwhelming. However, I realize that it can confusing and rather confounding to figure exactly what are the best practices to implement in our homes, businesses and lifestyles.

This is why I’m committed to helping you do it with ease. I love making the transition to non toxic, cleaner, greener living easier for people.

My online masterclass, Go Green And Create A Healthy, Eco Friendly Home Masterclass, will help you create a healthy, less toxic indoor environment inside your beautiful home and your workplace.

Grab your free guide with my top tips to help you go green with ease:

The Savvy Girl’s Guide To Eco Friendly Living. Implement the tips in this complimentary checklist and you’ll be a green movement rockstar.

 

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Home Detox Masterclass Special

Do you fear that the toxins swirling around inside your home are causing potential long-term health problems for you and your family? Your concerns are valid. The truth is, our indoor environments are up to 10 times more polluted than the outdoors! The indoor air in the average American home contains over 400 chemicals.

Environmental toxins found in homes account for an estimated 75%-80% of cancer cases and deaths in the US.

Fortunately, there are simple things that you can do inside your home and certain products you can use that will significantly clean up your indoor environment which will benefit your family’s health.

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I’ve created this progressive workshop-style course with you and your concerns in mind. Home Detox Masterclass is perfect for you if you want a quick, actionable solution to creating a healthy, less toxic indoor environment inside your beautiful home.

In light of this pandemic, it’s more important than ever that you create a healthy, less toxic home and personal care routine. Toxins lower your immunity and wreak havoc on your health.

Create a healthy, eco friendly home and finally have control and freedom from the overwhelm of minimizing your body’s toxic burden.

The lessons are extremely focused, most videos are only 5-10 minutes long so there is no time wasted. You can get through the entire class in less than 2 hours. Go at your own pace while on your computer or your phone. The lessons are designed to show you exactly what you need to do. You can implement everything or just what resonates with you. Go at your own pace, take baby steps and go back to it when you want to make more changes or review a lesson.

The EPA ranks indoor air pollution one of the top five environmental health risks.

Learn how to implement easy, actionable household methods that will improve the quality of your indoor environment, improve overall health and reduce risk of illness.

We get to the point quickly so you can go green and create a healthy, eco friendly home asap.

Are you frustrated by all of the confusing, conflicting information out there? Do you find yourself wondering which products are truly clean, safe and effective for your home? You are not alone! It can be very confusing and overwhelming.

Imagine feeling confident and secure in the products you’re using in your home and the methods and habits you’ve implemented. Imagine how relieved you’ll be when you know exactly what to do and what to use. You won’t have to worry about it anymore. The fear and concern will be a non-issue. 

This masterclass will remove the overwhelm, save you an abundance of time and you will avoid the hassle of being greenwashed.

 

This is a value-packed online workshop. A deep-dive into going green with a step by step program to help you make simple changes to improve the environment inside your home which will reduce your toxic load as well as your carbon footprint. 

Home Detox Masterclass is perfect for you if:

✅ You want to keep your family safe from harmful toxins

✅ You want to prevent the long term adverse health effects caused by toxins

✅ You want to reduce your risk of cancer, autoimmune disease, and various other illnesses

✅ You want to understand what the words labels mean and read them with confidence

✅ You want to know how safe the products you currently use are and wonder if they cause cancer or other illnesses

✅ You want to learn eco friendly household tips and methods

✅ You are sick of being greenwashed

✅ You want to detoxify your home but find it overwhelming because there is so much conflicting information out there

✅ You find it difficult to discover which products are really healthy as well as effective

✅ You have faced health issues and want to reduce your body’s toxic burden

✅Your child or someone in your family has health issues and you want to minimize their toxic load

✅ You want to learn which products & brands are truly safe and effective

✅ You want to discover the truth about the toxic issue and why it’s important to detoxify your indoor environment

✅ You want to be kinder to our beautiful planet 

✅ You want to reduce your family’s carbon footprint 

You will have peace of mind that the household products you and your kids are using are truly safe and effective. Your home is the most toxic place where you spend most of your time but the good news is that you have control over what do you use in your home and what you do in your home. 

With my guidance, going green will be easier than you think. There are clean alternatives for everything. It’s not just for tree hugging, Birkenstock wearing, macrobiotic vegans!

You will learn how to: 

  • Go green
  • Detox your home
  • Reduce your body’s toxic burden
  • Reduce your risk of illness
  • Reduce your carbon footprint
  • Adopt healthy home habits 
  • Eliminate chemical-filled commercial products from your home and daily routine
  • Eliminate and avoid toxins commonly found in households and everyday products
  • Learn about harmful chemicals commonly used in household products & which health risk they pose
  • Implement the best strategies to help ensure your home is as healthy and non-toxic as possible
  • Easily implement eco-friendly household habits and methods
  • Transition to clean, effective products for the home
  • Eliminate toxins and create a healthy indoor environment
  • Prevent long term health issues caused by environmental toxins
  • Choose healthy, safe, effective household products
  • Protect our ecosystem and help create a cleaner environment 
  • Avoid being greenwashed ever again

What you learn will not only help you create a healthier home, it will contribute to a healthier ecosystem that benefits future generations, marine life, land animals, the waterways, flora and our soil.

Your kids want a clean, green world. Did you know that 76% of parents feel that their child is the one advocating for environmentally healthy changes in their home?

Be your kid’s hero – set them up for a healthy future – they will learn from you and won’t have to be subjected to dealing with figuring it out.

Coco! Your pets need a healthy home too.

Do you have a pet? You’ll be happy to learn that this will also enhance their health. I’m a lifelong dog lover. I feel good knowing that my cutie Coco isn’t absorbing and inhaling the number of toxins he would in a less healthy home. 

If you are a new or pregnant mom, this is especially meaningful. Babies are typically born with over 200 toxins in their system before they are even out in the world.

Eliminate greenwashing, misinformation and overwhelm for good.

BONUSES

  • To help you implement what you learn, worksheets, handouts and pocket guides are included

  • You have lifetime access, the course materials are yours to keep 

  • You will receive a comprehensive list of my top favorite household lines that are safe and effective. This includes candles, water filters, and more. 

It’s the perfect gift – Get one for yourself and one for your BFF, daughter, sister, mom, wife, and brother. 

People who have guidance and support reach their health goals faster and have more success sticking with them and making real changes that last a lifetime. I would be honored to help you create a healthier home.

Green Your Home Like A Boss

Home Detox Masterclass: $47  $19