Look: Eco Chic Beauty & Style
One of the many benefits of being eco-vegan is looking good inside and out - beauty is no longer skin deep! But even if you eat a healthy vegan diet, you're doing your body (and the planet) a disservice if you're wearing synthetic chemical-based cosmetics and clothing. In the following articles you'll learn what products are safest, most eco-friendly and effective, and find out how to make some yourself!
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No Need For 'Poo
I'm sure it is obvious that I'm obsessed with finding new ways to be healthier and greener, and I'm about to take a step in a pretty radical direction: I'm going to stop shampooing my hair.
Do It Gorgeously - Sophie Uliano at T Salon
, so I looked forward to learning about Do It Gorgeously
. The event turned out to be fantastic!Earth Day Giveaway : DivaCup - CLOSED
Winners: Melanie, KrisL, and Vicola!
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Eco-Vegan hair care in an aluminum container!
You may have read my post last week about the importance of avoiding plastic bottles. After seeing the documentary Tapped I went home and started recycling all my plastic containers. Then I walked into my bathroom and realized almost all of my body products were in plastic, and I felt defeated. Luckily, I found an answer to the problem at Natural Products Expo West.
Recycle clothes you (and your children) don't wear with thredUP
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thredUPis a fantastic site where you swap your clothes through the mail (kinda like Netflix). I have traded about 6 shirts through them and it's been easy, fun, and inexpensive, not to mention eco-friendly. You save the drive to the clothing store and you're exchanging a shirt you no longer want with someone who no longer wants theirs, therefore recycling and reusing! The only catch is that you don't know what you're going to receive - you can only set preferences for use, size, and brand. Luckily I've received some really great items, and only one that I didn't like.
Dry Bar - An Almost Green Blow Dry Salon
- Some green products like Eco Awesome by Love Peace And Planet (not vegan though)
- Mrs. Meyer's products in the bathroom
- CFL's in lighting fixtures
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Green tips from Crossroads Trading Co.
These days I buy most of my clothes from consignment shops. This is eco-friendly (reusing clothes others don't want) and inexpensive. One of my favorite places in L.A. is Crossroads Trading Co. They have multiple locations, but I usually go to the one in Santa Monica. Last weekend I found a really cute t-shirt (which you'll eventually see in one of my videos), and I've often found great dresses there too. You can also recycle clothes you don't like there, and either get cash back or credit towards a purchase at the shop - they're picky, so make sure the clothes are in-style, clean, and in good shape.
Green Drinks at Shades in Beverly Hills
Last night my friends and I stopped by Green Drinks at Shades Natural Color in Beverly Hills. I was excited to go there because I've been meaning to check out the eco-vegan salon for a long time. It's a really neat place and I look forward to going in and trying out their services at some point.
Eco Spa Party at Bambu Thai Spa
Eco Spa party at Bambu Thai Spa in Studio City, CA:
- Vegan facial!
- Acupuncture from Iyashi Wellness,
- Belly Bliss catering,
- Sun Power Natural Cafe,
- Tibetan Tea,
- Your Daily Thread,
- Chill Out LA
Recess Nail Spa (Los Angeles): Review
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Today I treated myself to a mani/pedi at Recess Nail Spa in West Hollywood. It was my first time there, so I got both for $50 (normally it's $60).
