November 2, 2009 Written by Tracy Hepler
November is filled to the max with tons of great green events happening throughout Los Angeles. Here is our list of events that have piqued our interest and be sure to keep checking our
green events calendar for up to date listings and regular ongoing events such as beach clean ups and cycling events.
- Green With Glamour Pop Launch Party: This eco-fashion and gift site is launching their first pop up shop in Silver Lake. There will be serious eats, orga...
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August 5, 2009 Written by Jaclyn Mullen
Earlier this summer, we announced how readers can “stay cool” with our green spa of the month guide provided courtesy of
Chill Out LA. Founded by Erin Mahoney Harris, author of the book
Walking LA, Chill Out LA is a free site and newsletter that reviews spas and their services as well as yoga studios and other fitness facilities.
On August 11
th, readers of both Chill Out LA ...
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May 13, 2009 Written by Pooja Jhobalia
It's not very common to find a handmade soap and cosmetics company that creates organic, environment friendly and vegetarian/vegan products that smell great and leave your skin thirsting for more.
Lush is one of these rare finds. Lush is a handmade soap and cosmetics company that utilizes fresh ingredients, such as strawberries, lemons, and mint, with minimal preservatives in their products. The company's products are 100% vegetarian, 70% of which are vegan; you can rest assure knowing that their products are not animal tested. Remember,
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March 5, 2009 Written by Lauren Johanson
They say that NYC is the city that never sleeps, but lately I feel like L.A. is making me the girl that never sleeps. Here's a glimpse into what's keep me busy all weekend long:
THURSDAY: DIY Kitchen Skin Care at Green & Greener
So, I guess the title of my last article,"
Learn How to Make y...
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January 21, 2009 Written by Lauren Johanson
As part of
this week's focus on social activism, today's issue of Wellness & Beauty is about how to help make cosmetics safer. If you don't know much about the dangers of commercial cosmetics, this might sound like a strange call to action. So here's a quick review of common personal care ingredients that are known, or suspected to be, toxic:
- Mercury (often listed as "thimerosal"): possible human carcinogen and reproductive toxin. Found in...
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September 10, 2008 Written by Tracy Hepler
Sorry guys, this one is dedicated to the ladies...
A working girl's life can get quite hectic. Often times we allow everything and everyone else to come first, and forget to take a few minutes to ourselves.
Well it's time to stop making excuses, and sit down for some primping and pampering.
Jenny Ferrera from
Jenny Wax is just the lady to help you through it.
Jenny got started working for organic beauty experts at
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August 6, 2008 Written by Amanda Milewski
I love the way my nails look after a simple application of nail polish; I don't love the numerous toxic ingredients found in said polish. The harsh odor that is emitted when opening a bottle of nail polish or nail polish remover is the first indication that some pretty scary ingredients are utilized. I wondered if there was a product out there that could satisfy my desire of lacquered nails without doubling as smelling salts.
Acquarella polish and remover was my answer.
![]( "Acquarella Nail Polish: Color Me Happy and Healthy!")
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