August 29, 2008 Written by Connie Wu
San Francisco-based jeweler Brilliant Earth was established when newly engaged co-founder Beth Gerstein was struggling to find a conflict-free diamond engagement ring. Gerstein and friend Eric Grossberg's solution was to launch Brilliant Earth, an online jeweler dedicated to providing socially and ethically responsible diamonds. All of Brilliant Earth's gemstones are derived from environmentally-sustainable Canadian mines from w...
August 28, 2008 Written by Elena Crevello
Go Green with Jack Johnson
Jack Johnson stops by UCLA this Sunday (8/31) evening for a show, and one that he has worked hard to make eco-friendly. So get there ahead of time to get your "Green Passport" stamped and check out the different tents set up that will keep you informed on how to live in a more environmentally friendly way! Jack Johnson will be matching every dollar contributed to non-prof...
August 27, 2008 Written by Tracy Hepler
As we all become more eco-aware about what products to buy and companies to support, wouldn't it be great if there was a one stop eco-shop to find all of these things?
Santa Monica residents are in luck: The Green Life eco-boutique is celebrating their grand opening this weekend. The Green Life sprung from owner Scott O'Brien's senior thesis at Loyola Marymount University. Scott had begun moving towards a more eco-friendly lifestyle. After months of researching and sampling, Scott real...
August 26, 2008 Written by Danielle Davis
Some research shows that exposure to dirt actually increases happiness. Consider that just one more reason to begin composting: it's an excuse to play in the dirt.
Why else should you consider composting? By throwing food scraps and paper waste (which can be up to 30% of a household's waste stream) in a compost bin or pile instead of the trash or recycle bin, y...
August 25, 2008 Written by Joli Selten
Sabrina Helas got herself fired from corporate America so she could work for real people like you! Tired of the fake and drawn to the genuine, she abandoned the entertainment industry and followed her soul’s longing to bring people joy through her professional endeavors.
She’s an eco-conscious “Anti 9-5”er who runs two boutique photography bu...
August 22, 2008 Written by Tracy Hepler
Though I am not a vegetarian, I have learned the value of consuming less meat and that delicious food can be prepared with out it. Still, a part of me is skeptical of vegetarian restaurants. My inner meat-eater has loud opinions at times.
She was grumbling a bit when I went to Bulan Thai in West Hollywood, but that quickly came to an end. The restaurant is small, but the ambience is relaxing and the aromas intox...
August 21, 2008 Written by Tracy Hepler
GO FOR THE GOLD
If the Olympics have inspired your inner athlete, get off the boob tube and go out and play. Check out CoEdSportsLA.com to find pickup games throughout L.A. in a variety of team sports. Aspiring Michael Phelps fans should check out the ydt Archive for the
August 20, 2008 Written by Amanda Milewski
My friend Jennifer considers her hair her best accessory and has been color coordinating with the seasons since we were 13. I was shocked to learn that this autumn she would not have her signature auburn hue, after she informed me, "The chemicals and ammonia that are used are just too harsh on my skin and hair." Not to mention the environment. Susan Henry, owner of Shades Natural Color in Beverly Hills felt the same plight as Jennifer before she opened her salon that offers all-natural, 100% ammonia free permanent hair color process.
Henry has been a major force in the ha...
