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The 100 Best Pregnancy-Safe Skincare & Beauty Products of 2023

December 6, 2022 by Admin Leave a Comment

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This master guide to the 100 best pregnancy-safe skincare and beauty products on the market today combines scientific research, beauty editor tips, EWG and environmental advocacy recommendations, and other holistic health insight into the coolest, safest products every mom-to-be needs to try.   When shopping for pregnancy-safe skincare and beauty products, always remember: What goes on […]

Filed Under: Cool Ideas Tagged With: beauty, pregnancy, skincare, stressed out skin

The 10 Best Cruelty-Free, Non-Toxic Nail Polish Brands of 2023

December 1, 2022 by Molly Beauchemin 9 Comments

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So, you’re in the market for cruelty-free, non-toxic nail polish. And if you aren’t, here’s why you should be: new studies from Duke University and Environmental Working Group show that nail polish chemicals can seep into the bloodstream even through the nail bed. Ah!  For that reason, and the fact that traditional nail polish has […]

Filed Under: Cool Ideas Tagged With: beauty, gift guide, vegan

6 Best Reef-Safe Zinc Sunscreens of 2023 (Most Effective + Elegant Formulas)

July 2, 2022 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

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Reef-safe zinc sunscreen– which always contains physical UV blockers rather than chemical SPF– is better for coral reefs because these formulas don’t contain avobenzone, oxybenzone, octinoxate, octocrylene, octisalate, or homosalate– six active chemicals that are known to be toxic to coral reefs. (And they’re not great for the human endocrine system, either!)   It’s important to […]

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7 Great Natural, Pregnancy-Safe Retinol Alternatives

May 4, 2022 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

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Looking for pregnancy-safe retinol alternatives was, until very recently, a challenge for expecting skin-care addicts– even amid the nascent clean beauty and skincare revolution. More and more people, however, are requesting powerful, effective, and safe alternatives to chemical-filled skincare products of yore, especially during pregnancy. Thus, after years of searching and researching during our own […]

Filed Under: Cool Ideas Tagged With: beauty, pregnancy, skincare

The 5 Best Prenatal + Pregnancy-Safe Facials in Washington, D.C.

April 19, 2022 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

With the sheer number of high-end, world-class, international, and budget-friendly spas in the D.C. area, it can be hard to find a decent prenatal facial that meets your specific needs. Fortunately, for those looking for safe, all-natural, super-effective prenatal facials in Washington, DC, this list has you covered.   From new age Crystal Revitalization facials to […]

Filed Under: Cool Ideas Tagged With: beauty, pregnancy, skincare, stressed out skin, washington dc

The 9 Best Natural Eczema Creams of 2023

March 1, 2022 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

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Suffering from itchy skin? This mild stress response typically happens when your immune system overcorrects itself. Fortunately, these research-backed all natural, steroid-free eczema creams will tone down itch and calm inflammation without using harsh chemicals or steroids. Ultimately, you’ll need a “barrier cream” that protects the skin barrier– which usually means a lotion or cream […]

Filed Under: Cool Ideas Tagged With: beauty, skincare, stressed out skin

How to Use a Gua Sha Tool To Release Facial Tension

February 16, 2022 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

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I love doing a DIY gua sha facial whenever my skin/face/upper body is feeling stressed. It’s a lovely relaxing ritual that eases facial tension and restores a beautiful glow to tired, over-worked skin. Plus, the slow, methodical movements require you to slow down, which produces a sort of meditative healing effect.  Gua sha is a […]

Filed Under: Anxiety Hacks Tagged With: beauty, skincare, spa, tension, video

7 Natural Face Moisturizers That Are Good for Mind, Body & Earth

February 8, 2022 by Molly Beauchemin 1 Comment

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There’s a renaissance happening with clean skincare, particularly with respect to all-natural face moisturizers. Not only do consumers want face moisturizers to be chemical-free, but they’d like them to honor the environment and the people who make them. To succeed in this increasingly conscientious consumer market, they also need to have beautiful packaging and a […]

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The 7 Best Natural Eczema Shampoos of 2023

February 1, 2022 by Molly Beauchemin 2 Comments

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It’s hard to find an all-natural eczema shampoo that works to calm itch and inflammation without chemicals. Luckily, natural anti-itch shampoos are becoming more of “a thing”, especially among online shoppers. Accordingly, natural beauty brands are responding with earth-friendly and pregnancy-safe natural eczema remedies that get better every day. Unfortunately, most over-the-counter anti-itch and anti-dandruff […]

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7 Great Tips for Soothing Stressed Out Skin

January 22, 2022 by Molly Beauchemin 3 Comments

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According to research by the International Society of Dermatology, almost half of the polled respondents classify their skin as “sensitive.” Several factors contribute to this epidemic of stressed-out skin: pollution, increasingly complicated skincare labels, diet, poor sleep, product marketing, and a busy lifestyle. This confluence of stressors makes caring for your skin even more important […]

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