In December of 2022, through the legislative process that approves the budget, the US Federal Government passed the first ever substantial health protective cosmetics-related amendment to the Food, Drug, and Cosmetic…
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You’ve seen the news: new study finds Benzene in Acne Products. Here’s what the study and science on benzoyl peroxide actually says. Benzene in Acne Products Valisure filed a petition to…
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I’ve got good news & bad news on 2023 Health Protective Legislation: It was a year of fantastic health protective change through legislation and regulation. But, these bi-partisan laws have now become…
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HOT OFF THE PRESSES: with the passage of the Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act, Washington state has helped us all! This is the 12th law in 10 years that Beautycounter has advocated for.…
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I took “no heels or hardpants post-pandemic” seriously. Since becoming a “sneaker head” in my 40’s, I tried out dozens. Then, specifically sought out more sustainable options. I didn’t even know…
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Are there heavy metals in dark chocolate? Yes. Am I quitting chocolate? No. Why? Because there’s heavy metals in everything. We also have LOTS of science showing the health benefits of…
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After a delayed airport start, kiddo and I flew to California for a work (and pleasure) trip! It was kiddo’s first time off the East Coast, and we loved the 1:1…
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Pretty much the first meal I learned to cook from scratch was Pad Thai. You see, I had zero experience in the kitchen when I started staying home with the kids…
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Why Nontoxic Nonstick Cookware? If you put thought into your ingredients, consider carefully the materials that compose your cookware. Is your cookware truly non-toxic? Unfortunately most brands claiming to be PFAS-free…
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I recently shared a video in support of trans rights which trolling community members reported and caused my account to be restricted while under review. Ever since, I’ve been a little…
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Vitamin E has powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that support wellness both inside and out. The more I dug in to learning how it acts in a health-protective way, the more…
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I’ve been skin cycling before TikTok made it cool. I didn’t even know it had a name! In fact, I frequently answer questions about what I rotate and why – so…