Green Beauty

Nail polish is one of those taboo beauty products in the green beauty industry. The fact is, you can’t find a perfectly “non toxic” nail polish. It just isn’t possible. Nail polish is paint and needs to have some type of adhesive to stick to the nail. That being said, you can find options that are much healthier. There are brands that omit some of the worst offenders as it pertains to toxic nail polish ingredients. These are the ingredients you should avoid at all costs (I’ll get into what they are as you scroll down). Thankfully there have been many brands that have figured out how to create more natural versions of nail polish for the toxin conscious consumer. However, not many have been able to create a longer lasting GEL nail polish alternative. I hadn’t found one until I stumbled upon Manucurist Paris. Manucurist creates longer lasting gel nail polish that is much less toxic than conventional options. It is the perfect longer wearing polish that won’t compromise your health as you wear it. I love it so much and therefor have to share it to all THV readers. Keep scrolling to dig into my experience and full review. You will also find an exclusive Manucurist discount code at the bottom of this article, for those who want salon worthy nails without the toxins.

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* Information in this post is not professional medical advice and should not be relied on or used in place of consultation with healthcare professionals. Should you have any medical questions, please consult your primary healthcare provider. **

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If you’re on the hunt for the best organic and non toxic self tanner, look no further. I have written about my favorite self tanner before and I’m digging into it again before summer hits. We are all probably craving a bit of color these days after a long winter. I always get into my self tanner groove when Spring begins to show itself. I also know that conventional self tanners are filled with toxic ingredients that are not necessary to achieve that perfect sun kissed glow. Prior to finding my favorite non toxic self tanner, I didn’t think they would work as well as the ones on store shelves. To my surprise and delight, I found one that actually works better. I’ll delve into why this is below. But if you’re worried that opting for a non toxic self tanner is going to compromise on results, it wont! Without further adieu, here is my full Beauty by Earth self tanner review. Scroll to the bottom for a nice little discount code at the end for all THV readers to save on their sun kissed glow.

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* Information in this post is not professional medical advice and should not be relied on or used in place of consultation with healthcare professionals. Should you have any medical questions, please consult your primary healthcare provider. **

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When I was younger, I used to grab whatever sparked my eye while walking through the mall. I subscribed vehemently to fast fashion and had overflowing closets. I would have to clean out my closet frequently due to overflow. When I cleaned, I would find clothing with tags on them pushed to the back that I forgot to wear. It was overwhelming, wasteful and expensive. I didn’t understand the concept of staple wardrobe pieces, investment pieces, or capsule wardrobes. Capsule wardrobes have become more popular in the last decade or two. They encompass minimalism, style and organization. I want to share my fashion journey from chaos to calm for others. This is all about how to create a seamless closet with an example of the perfect neutral capsule wardrobe.

If you’re already a capsule wardrobe pro and want to peruse the links to my neutral capsule wardrobe, feel free to scroll to the bottom.

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Everyone loves a fresh manicure and picking out that perfect color for the occasion. Whether it’s the perfect soft dusty rose for a wedding, a fresh baby blue for those spring months or a deeper cherry hue for winter, nail polish can say a lot. I love to keep my fingers and toes manicured so I like to have a good quality natural and clean nail polish on hand. There are a few things to consider when choosing a good nail polish that emits some of the most toxic ingredients.

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There was always one beauty product that took me a while to swap out, Mascara. Searching for the right natural and non-toxic mascara was a feat. I have tried SO many different brands over the years. None of the stood up to my favorite drug store option from my teen years. Until I came across an up and coming Canadian natural beauty brand.

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Retinols are commonly known and used in the world of dermatology to treat certain skin conditions. They are a wildly popular method of anti-aging or “graceful aging” as I prefer to call it. People often reach for them when they want to reduce wrinkles or fine lines for a smoother more youthful complexion. There are a lot of opinions and considerations when it comes to using retinols. There are also  some gentle natural and non toxic retinol alternatives for those who prefer them. This article will address the basics of retinols, how they work, benefits, potential side effects, gentle alternatives, as well as natural options.

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