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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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Are you ready to make your health a priority? I would love to help you reach your health and clean beauty goals.

During your complimentary consultation…

  • I’ll evaluate you and give you a crystal clear plan with key steps to reduce toxic load and manage weight for good
  • We’ll uncover hidden challenges that could be contributing to toxic load and/or sabotaging your weight-loss efforts
  • You’ll learn tips to detox your home and personal care routine
  • Learn sustainable lifestyle habits that create a healthier, energetic, slimmer body
  • Discover the true cause of weight gain and plateaus
  • You’ll discover tips to prevent/mitigate Type II Diabetes, lower blood pressure and cholesterol and potentially get off certain medications
  • Learn about intermittent fasting and balancing nutrition 
  • You’ll leave the session renewed, energized and inspired to make the changes necessary to implement new healthy habits as well as learning about a proven method to lose weight once and for all
  • We’ll explore if any of my programs or services are a good fit for you

REQUEST A CONSULT

I am excited to speak with you and explore how I can help you optimize your health, reduce your body’s toxic burden, reduce stress, improve nutrition and/or lose weight. With my help, it will be easier than you can imagine.

In the meantime, grab my FREE Healthy Eating On The Go guide with simple tips and habits along with several delicious, nutritious options to grab and go when you are pressed for time.

A votre santé!

Book your free consultation at a time that is convenient for you. We’re available at your earliest convenience. Feel free to text 818.235.2205 or email me: kelly@kellybonanno.com.

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10 Ways To Go Green & Reduce Your Carbon Footprint For Earth Day

Happy Earth Day

50 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.

  “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 Climate Action. Celebrate by connecting with your inner flower child and take action by implementing one (or all!) of these eco-friendly habits:

  • Conserve Energy Shut lights off when you leave a room, use energy efficient light bulbs in all your fixures, 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. 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.

Click here to watch my Earth Day live stream on Facebook

  • 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. What better way to celebrate Earth Day?!  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. Click here for tips to make it easy.
  • 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.

In light of this pandemic, it’s more important than ever that you create a healthy, less toxic home and personal care routine. Environmental toxins found in homes account for an estimated 75%-80% of cancer cases and deaths in the US.

 

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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

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.

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.

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.

 

Click here for access to the masterclass

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.

The introductory price is just $37 (price will increase). This is a serious steal for this type of Masterclass. Take advantage of my buy 1 get one 20% off special and gift a few to your loved ones. 

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 

1 Home Detox Masterclass: $37

Buy 1 Masterclass, get 1 20% off: $74  $67  

Masterclass + 1:1 Food, Lifestyle & Clean Beauty Review:  $112 $90

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Bella Cestino™ Eco Friendly Gift Baskets For All Occasions


Beautifully curated eco-friendly gift baskets for all occasions including:

●Realtor Closing Gifts          ●Corporate Gifts          ●Birthdays                ●Weddings              ●Holidays

●Baby Shower                       ●Graduation                 ●Anniversaries         ●Bridesmaid           ●Hostess

●House Warming                  ●Teacher Gifts              ●Events                    ●Special occasions

One-of-a-kind gift baskets that are sustainably savvy containing high quality products that I’ve sourced from trusted brands. They are clean, healthy and safe for you and the environment.  

They give your recipient an eco reset helping them go green and detoxify their home with ease introducing them to healthy products they’ll love that reduce their carbon footprint as well as their body’s toxic burden while treating our planet with a little more kindness.

You want to find that perfect gift for your client, mom, wife, BFF, boyfriend or colleague but maybe you’re not sure what to give or don’t have time to put all together; that’s where I come in.

Choose from one of my standard specialty baskets or have one customized. I will personalize the basket according to your needs and your recipient’s preferences resulting in a memorable, luxurious gift that is perfect for the new homeowner, client, guest of honor or that special someone. Gift giving made easy. I take care of everything.

I can customize a gift for any occasion

Specialty Program For Realtors Each time you sell a home, do you struggle coming up with something new, unique and luxurious that they will love.

Say thank you to your valued clients with an elegant eco friendly gift basket filled with high quality items for the new home that you helped them find.

A gift basket from Bella Cestino makes a great impression and sets you apart. Purchase several at a time and receive a discount!

“Thank you Kelly for the perfect closing gift basket for my clients! They loved it! They loved that it was full of eco friendly products for their new home,  especially with a new baby. I’m always looking for closing gifts that fit my clients needs and I love that your baskets are made to order no matter who my clients are.”

~Griz M., Westlake Village

Corporate Gift Service 

  • Made to order customization and personalizations available
  • I create a gift tailored to meet your budget and requirements
  • Personalization of Products with your Corporate Logo and include a custom gift-card or other branded media
  • Flexible payment options, including Credit Card, PayPal, checks.
  • Hassle-free, efficient ordering for multiple gifts to different addresses.
  • Discounts available for bulk purchases

Let’s face it, who doesn’t love receiving a gift basket?! There happens to be science behind that feel good rush. Both the recipient and the giver of an act of kindness experience an increase in glorious serotonin levels.

Call, text or email me 818.235.2205  kelly@kellybonanno.com to order your custom gift basket today! Standard prices range from $45.00 – $500.00 and up, I will work within your budget.

Sterling Home $300

Home baskets include items from a variety of eco fresh lines; different combinations of the following:

-Hand soap
-Room & air spray
-Window & glass cleaner
-Candle
-Laundry detergent
-Plush throw
-Dishwasher detergent
-Recycled glass vase
-Guest soap
-Decorative wood sign
-Dryer balls or reusable dryer sheets
-Cocoa Rome chocolates
-1 hour consultation with 805 Interiors
-Wellness coaching gift certificate
-Eco friendly lifestyle coaching gift certificate

I’ll take care of everything making your gift giving convenient and easy.

Pick up at my studio in Thousand Oaks or free delivery within 20 miles.

I also offer a variety of eco wellness programs to help you or your gift recipient reduce toxic load and improve health. You can find details on customized plans, services and courses here.

Bella Cestino™ is born out of my passion to help people live a more eco friendly lifestyle and educate them about reducing their body’s toxic burden by transitioning to clean beauty, personal care and household products and methods.

Happy Home $300

Tell me what you need and I’ll create it.

Love Grows Here, Home $250

Gift giving made easy.

“I purchased two amazing gift baskets for my wife and daughter from Kelly. Each product in the basket was well thought out and individualized and was much appreciated by both my wife and daughter. Kelly took a lot of time talking to me and learning what they love and the caring nature shown was very evident. Her passion and execution exceeded my expectations and if you want a fantastic personalized gift that will be loved reach out to Kelly!”

~Bruce H., Los Angeles, CA

Home Is Where Your Story Begins $150

 

 

 

Green Beauty Home $300

 

Eco Chic, Spa & Beauty $200

The Optimist Home $175

 

 

 

 

Naturally Beautiful, Spa & Beauty $75

Glamour Girl, Spa & Beauty $150

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Spring Fling $80

 

 

 

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** All workshops, lunch & learns and wellness programs can be delivered virtually online**

Thank you for your interest in my corporate wellness information, I am thrilled that you are considering offering your employees this valuable education. My innovative Eco Wellness Program enables companies to reduce sick days and burnout by improving the overall health and well being of their employees so they are happier, more productive and loyal to the company.

Empowering your employees with wellness education and healthy lifestyle habits is a game-changer for your business. It makes your team feel supported and creates a better environment for them. Healthy employees are happier and more productive.

Your leaders need wellness support too. Did you know that corporate executives are on the top 10 list of the most stressed-out individuals? Stress is a leading cause of disease and premature aging.

Workplace wellness is more important than ever given the global climate and the extra pressure and stress caused by COVID-19. Keeping yourself and your employees healthy and feeling good is critical.

I am fully equipped to offer virtual workshops as well as self-study online courses and masterclasses that employees can go through on their own time at their own pace. 

Each year, the economy loses 2.2 trillion as a result of chronic disease, disengaged employees, stress and work related illness.

What is Eco Wellness? It’s my signature holistic approach to overall well-being based on the 7 Pillars of Health. My specialty is helping people transform health by reducing the body’s toxic burden, implementing healthy habits and releasing unwanted weight.

What does eco friendly living have to do with our health? Everything! It’s an aspect of well-being that should be an integral part of your worksite wellness program. 

You may be thinking that implementing eco friendly habits into our daily routine is simply a way of treating our earth kinder, reducing waste and making the environment more sustainable. All true. However, there is a strong link between a healthy environment and healthy individuals. 

Americans have increasingly become more conscious about their health and they are concerned about the impact toxins have on our wellbeing. 75% say they want to protect the environment.

Reducing the number of toxic products we use in our homes, in our offices, and on our bodies has an extraordinary impact on our health. What you put on your body is just as important as what you put in it. I have the expertise to help you and your employees go green in a way that is not overwhelming, complicated or difficult.

Promoting wellness in your workplace and empowering employees to take control of their health is essential for productivity, team happiness, and retention. Organizations that have approached these initiatives have achieved these results.

Schedule a call with Kelly to discover if an Eco Wellness Program or workshop will meet your company’s needs.

There is a health crisis in America. Over 70% of adults suffer from chronic and pre-chronic conditions. Many of which can be alleviated with lifestyle changes.

Nearly 1/5th of  people suffering from fragrance allergies take sick leave from their workplace due to their condition

The World Health Organization has declared burnout from chronic workplace stress a legitimate medical diagnosis. A major contributing factor is energy depletion and exhaustion which can be managed successfully with the right strategies.

As recent as the 1970s workplace stress was a fringe topic that was not thought of as an issue that needed to be addressed. We sure know differently now. Workplace stress costs U.S. businesses nearly $300 billion each year. 

I want to empower your employees to take control of their health. Healthier employees are more productive.

Green education and wellness is what many ‘best places to work for’ companies are implementing. The green movement is growing and businesses need to be sustainable. By implementing my program, it’s an issue that your company will be in front of and have solid, workable solutions in place. I worked in the corporate world for many years, I am aware of the needs and priorities that businesses have. 

Treatment of contact dermatitis and eczema in the US contribute between $1 billion and $3.8 billion to insurance companies and Medicaid annually

I am passionate about helping people live their healthiest life and feel good. I have the expertise to help you and your employees improve well being, reach a healthy weight and go green in a way that is not overwhelming, complicated or difficult.

My unique approach to wellness coaching integrates conscious eco friendly habits to help reduce your body’s toxic burden while treating the planet with more kindness.

Wellness is a multifaceted journey creating consciousness and guiding people to make choices that improve the human condition and increase longevity. Living a non toxic, eco friendly lifestyle is not an option for those who desire optimal health and you can help your employees do it.

I take a very holistic approach incorporating the mind body connection. A happy, healthy, thriving workforce is the core of a solid, successful organization. I will motivate you and your team, share practical, actionable steps you can all take toward a healthier lifestyle and hold you accountable. Knowledge is powerful but knowledge with action is the key to success. 

I collaborate with fellow wellness experts providing superior solutions and results offering bespoke Corporate Eco Wellness Programs and workshops based on your company’s needs. Being a small business, our overhead is low. We are ultra responsive and can move quickly. We bring niche expertise that we can easily customize to the needs of your organization.

My programs offer a variety of beneficial outcomes for business owners that can include:

  • Reduced healthcare costs by providing employees with education and methods that will minimize their body’s toxic burden
  • Improved morale and employee engagement, leading to a more productive, high-performing workforce
  • Improved employee health, attendance, and focus; minimizing the bodies toxic burden can alleviate issues that leave people feeling fatigued, depleted of energy, and suffering from skin problems, asthma, allergies and extra weight
  • Increased productivity
  • Improved mindset which enhances performance and attitude 
  • Weight reduction; according to the AMA, a 10% reduction in body weight reduces risk of various weight-related diseases by 50%.
  • Staff retention
  • Stress & anxiety reduction and management
  • Mindfulness
  • Work-life balance
  • Energy management
  • A solid knowledge base of what toxins to avoid and how to create a healthy personal care routine with ease
  • Enhanced company culture and brand ~ be recognized as a great place to work & retain and recruit the best
  • Leading the way for social change as green initiatives are increasing in popularity
  • Understanding the reciprocal relationship between our environment and our health
  • Economic studies show companies utilizing green technology and selling green products are seeing an increase in profits
  • Empower employees to bolster productivity and improve health outcomes

Depending on your needs, I design a custom eco wellness program that integrates into what you currently have in place. I elicit changes in your employees’ lifestyle by effectively meeting each individual where they are in their green journey without overwhelm. I motivate them to reach meaningful and workable goals that will improve their health by minimizing their body’s toxic burden.

 

 

Customized plans can include:

  • Customized Eco Lifestyle Plans For Employees 
  • Eco Wellness Campaigns
  • Customized green personal care & clean beauty routines
  • Lunch & Learns
  • Individual Consultations For Employees & Team Leaders
  • Eco Wellness Workshops
  • Workplace Sustainable Practices
  • Go green across the board
  • Ask An Eco Wellness Coach Q&A Session
  • Weight loss programs
  • Principals of healthy eating
  • Understand & apply current nutritional research
  • Learn the impact nutrition and reducing toxic load has on overall health, mental clarity, focus, stress & more
  • Realistic, actionable, doable advice and recommendations 
  • Budget friendly tips
  • Virtual Training
  • Online Courses
  • Assistance in obtaining GreenBiz Certification
  • Organic product bundles
  • Policy Development For Sustainable Practices
  • Ergonomics / Movement Series

Ergonomics and posture training are particularly meaningful right now as 56% of Americans are currently working from home (that’s up from 3.6% before the pandemic) where they are not equipped with a proper office set up. Posture is declining at an exponential rate, the highest we’ve seen in history due to technology and the onset of the Internet.

“Improving the health and well-being of our employees… offers a ”win-win” all around. Employees benefit from better support for their health. Companies benefit from less absence and improved productivity. And society benefits from improved public health.”
~Steve Flanagan, Chief Executive, The Fremantle Trust

Live In-Person & Virtual Eco Wellness

Workshops & Talks

I offer live wellness workshops held in your workplace or home and virtual workshops via Zoom. They’re a fun way to learn how to live a more eco friendly lifestyle, improve nutrition, manage weight, reduce toxic load and transition to clean products!

Very few health coaches are educating people on the toxic issue, how it impedes our health and how to mitigate the health threat. If your company already offers a wellness program or has an Employee Assistance Program in place, my workshops would be a valuable supplement. 

Who Can Benefit from an Eco Wellness Speaker

  • Businesses that want more productive employees who take fewer sick days.
  • Birth centers and prenatal clinics looking to offer eco lifestyle education to new and expecting parents who want to create a healthy non toxic home for their babies
  • A health and wellness conference or event, that wants a dynamic speaker to motivate their audience.
  • A women’s conference or event, that wants to empower their participants reduce their toxic load and commit to a healthier lifestyle.
  • A fitness studio that wants to offer a fun and informative perk for their clients.
  • Your friends and family! Invite them to a gathering in your home where they’ll learn which toxins to avoid and how to clean up their beauty & personal care routine and home environment.
  • A doctor looking to host an event to educate attendees on the importance of minimizing the body’s toxic burden
  • A school looking to enrich their curriculum with an engaging presentation on eco friendly living, establishing healthy eco habits, and greening their personal care routine.

Book a call with Kelly to schedule a workshop that meets your needs and discuss rates. Choose from one (or a series of) of my signature 45 minute talks:

  • Eco Friendly Living Made Easy: Go Green, Detoxify Your Home & Reduce Your Body’s Toxic Load
  • 5 Reasons People Are Exhausted, Stressed Out & Struggling With Weight and How To Fix It
  • Introduction To Intermittent Fasting 
  • Green Your Beauty Routine With Ease 
  • 10 Steps to Easy Self-Care & Stress Management
  • 3 Surprising Culprits That Sabotage Weight Loss: The Connection Between Toxins, Blood Sugar Levels & Weight
  • 5 Secrets Healthy Moms Know To Welcome Baby Into A Non Toxic Home
  • Toxins & Chronic Inflammation: What Are The Causes & How To Treat It Naturally

Individual Consultations For Employees & Team Leaders

  • 45 minute individual, customized sessions
  • Health, nutrition and green living advice + tips provided
  • Wellness plan provided based on extensive intake form filled out in advance
  • Includes gift bag, wellness plan, PDF 
  • Virtual or on-site

Ask An Eco Wellness Coach Q&A Session

  • 1 hour Q&A session
  • General topics of interest determined in advance based on your needs and interests 
  • Includes gift bag, PDF 
  • Virtual or on-site

Do you have an idea for a customized service? I am open to suggestions and would love to work with you and specialize for your needs!

For more information on all services, schedule a call with Kelly to discuss your company’s needs. Together we will figure out a program or workshop that is right for you and your employees. Based on your needs and goals, I will design a custom Eco Wellness strategy and game plan for your company that fits your budget. 

 

“I just wanted to tell you how much I enjoyed your talk during the wellness event on Friday! You are SUCH an amazing speaker!! Because of you, I went out and bought healthier deodorant and am committed to buying less-toxic household cleaners, lotion, and shampoo/conditioner next time I run out! I will DEFINITELY keep my ear to the ground for businesses that might be interested in a workshop!!” ~Courtney Livesay, Keller Williams 

“You are the most amazing speaker it’s your calling️️. You’re a natural… the passion and message just flow. Beautiful, powerful, articulate.” ~Tamra Glaser, College Audition Mentors

“Kelly, thank you so so much for today! You were amazing and gave us all so much great information. My Aunt Diane just texted me that she ordered some 100% Pure products and that she is noticing a lot of her products have “fragrance” and other toxins. Today couldn’t have been more perfect. I’ve received so much positive response from the event. I truly can’t thank you enough” ~Cassy Niehaus, mom of 2

“I’m the one who needs to thank you. The information was fantastic and everyone really seemed to appreciate and enjoy it” ~Linda Morris, Vitu 

“I was feeling overwhelmed with the notion that I had to change all of my personal care items from toxic to green all at once to get a benefit until I attended a workshop of Kelly Bonanno. She gave a tip that really stuck with me… I finally had a light bulb go off in my head about what I could do.  And now it is easy to make a change, step by step.” ~Katie Clunen, Esq., Ventura County Divorce and Mediation

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“Saving our planet, lifting people out of poverty, advancing economic growth… these are one and the same fight. We must connect the dots between climate change, water scarcity, energy shortages, global health, food security and women’s empowerment. Solutions to one problem must be solutions for all” ~Ban Ki-moon

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Go Green This Earth Day With These 7 Savvy Little Tips

At the height of the flower child era, on April 22, 1970, 20 million Americans held demonstrations across the country rallying for a healthy, sustainable environment.

Earth Day 2018 Theme ~ “End Plastic Pollution”

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 in Southern California.

Be earth friendly

With the thousands of chemicals that have been introduced into commerce since then, the GMO crisis we now face, deforestation, pollution, soil degradation and other environmental issues we face, we still have a long way to go when it comes to treating this planet properly. There’s definitely a hippie chick inside this savvy girl that compels me to advocate earth kindness.

There are many things we can do that help the environment and they are all safer for wildlife, marine life, and us humans too. I did a livestream discussing the topic on my Facebook page check it out and post your questions and comments. I’d love to hear your best tip to help keep the earth beautiful.

  • The Planet Loves Healthy Hair Care 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.
  • In Honor Of This Year’s Earth Day Theme, Stop Using Plastic Water Bottles Enough plastic water bottles end up in landfills each year to circle the globe 150 times and each of those bottles takes at least 700 years to decompose. Plus, the BPA messes with your endocrine system. There are a ton of reusable options out there. I love glass bottles and S’well stainless steel.  Even the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services cautions parents to reduce their kid’s exposure to BPA.
  • Compost Like An Eco Boss  Seems sort of a big project but it’s not. The Spruce has some helpful tips on how to do it. 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.
  • Leave Your Stillettos By The Door Pesticides, dirt, chemicals, bacteria, dust, lead, coal tar from asphalt (which is carcinogenic) and other substances get tracked into your home by way of those sexy over the knee boots (just got myself a hot pair I can’t wait to rock! Kinda excited about them). According to the EWG, nearly 85% of household dirt, pests and pollutants welcome themselves into your cozy home by way of your shoes. Soooo, leave them by the front door in one of those cute benches with shelves and cubbies and you’ll have a cleaner, healthier home.
  • Ditch Toxic Air Fresheners They emit harmful chemicals into the air circulating our gorgeous planet and exposure can contribute to an increase in pulmonary diseases and increase your odds of developing asthma by as much as 71%. The fragrance used is typically very toxic because it usually contains harmful phthalates which are linked to birth defects, breast cancer, infertility, liver cancer, diabetes, obesity, autism and ADHD in first and third trimesters of pregnancy.
  • Add A Touch Of Eco Romance With Clean Burning 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.
  • Hang Dry Your Clothes This will not only save energy and decrease your family’s exposure to the gas, you’re clothes will last longer and look better. It even cuts down on ironing which is one chore I avoid at all costs. Just toss them in the dryer for about 10 minutes to fluff them up, the heat removes many of the wrinkles.

Let’s love our glorious planet Earth and treat it as though every day is Earth Day. The Earth Day Network works all year with over 22,000 partners and organizations to fight for a cleaner environment. Don’t overwhelm yourself, but connect with your inner flower child and make a few positive changes for Mother Earth, we will all reap the benefits. 

Want more advice and tips on going green? Download my free guide: The Savvy Girl’s Guide To Eco Friendly Living. Implement the tips in this checklist and you’ll be a green movement rockstar.

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The Savvy Girl’s Guide To Eco Friendly Living: Detoxify Your Home In 10 Easy Steps

Going green is easier than you might think.

The truth is, we live in an extremely toxic world. Being healthy requires detoxing our personal care and beauty routine and our home environment. But it can be confusing, can’t it? It’s not easy to know which products to use, what eco habits to adopt, which methods really work and which resources to trust.

I created this free guide to help you go green with ease. It’s your personal cheat sheet with simple tips that will not only reduce your family’s carbon footprint, they will also help improve your health by reducing your body’s toxic burden. 

“Earth is not a platform for human life. It’s a living being. We’re not on it but part of it. Its health is our health” ~Thomas Moore

A healthy, eco friendly lifestyle is not a luxury. Detoxing your lifestyle is simply not an option if you want to be healthy. It’s just as important as eating a healthy diet!

It might surprise you to learn that your home has up to 10 times more pollutants than there are outside. Toxicity levels in our system can wreak havoc on our health. The good news, it’s really not difficult and I am here to help you do it.

A fantastic aspect of adopting this particular healthy habit is that you don’t have to go on a cleanse or crazy diet or start some intense workout routine to reap the benefits. It’s easier than trying to lose weight or get in shape. Seriously!

The healthiest individuals make detoxing a natural part of their daily routine and you can too. Get my top tips to go green, detoxify the environment inside your home & be kinder to our planet delivered to your inbox.

Start slow if you prefer, implement just a few of the tips. Even small changes will make a difference.

Grab your free guide now!

You want to live in a toxin-free environment, putting both your mind and health at ease, right? My free guide will show you how.

Want more helpful tips? Grab my other free checklists too:

The Savvy Girl’s Guide To The Top 10 Toxins To Avoid

& The Savvy Girl’s Guide To Clean Beauty: Look Younger Without Toxic Chemicals

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