Lavish & Lime - Every Purchase Plants a Tree

Posted by Mark and Kat in Beauty, Body, Go Green, Health and Wellness, Home Design, Shopping, Wellness

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Lavish & Lime is an "online boutique," created by a husband and wife team who wanted to make eco-friendly products easier to find for the green conscience consumer. It all started with the research and preparation for their growing family.

"When the girls came along – like most new parents – we started thinking more about ingredients, materials and the impact we were having on the environment with diapers, baggies, etc. We found there were lots of great eco-friendly products out there, just not necessarily readily available – and Lavish & Lime was borne."  

Louise, of Lavish & Lime (True Cuddles interview) 

Here is just a sampling of some of the greener attributes (for you and the planet) of products for sale at Lavish & Lime -- Lead-free wooden toys, PVC-free bags, Chemical-free beauty supplies, 100% Biodegradable sporting accessories, Water-conserving timers, Organic skin care, Reclaimed jewelry.  

Not only will you feel good about living a little greener with these safe and healthy products for your family and loved ones, but a tree is planted with every purchase you make. Lavish & Lime partners with the non-profit organization, Trees for the Future, to continue to pay it forward to our planet and the people who enjoy it. Check out their website for some great products for you and your loved ones.

Lavish & Lime, Eco-Friendly products for Greener Living and Giving

Make-At-Home Beauty Products

Posted by BJ and Shalene in Bath, Beauty, Body, Go Green

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In the past several years, my husband and I have been making big strides in embracing a healthier lifestyle. Much of our effort has involved eating organic and local foods, and recently we've started purging toxic household cleaning products from our home. As I mentioned in a previous entry, I will post on the details of all this later, including recipes for home-made cleaning products.

Image: Keeper of the Home.

But today I found a great little post over at Keeper of the Home that I wanted to share. Written by Angela Beery, the post discusses some of the concerns regarding traditional hygiene/beauty products and includes recipes for make your own. Hop on over and check it out.

On another note, I'm currently right in the middle of experimenting with a soaked grain homemade bread recipe. In fact, it's rising literally right beneath my nose, so I'm inhaling the intoxicating aroma and can't wait to pop it into the oven to bake. I will post the recipe, as well as the benefits of soaking grains shortly. Just wanted to give you a little inside peak!

Pamper Baby Naturally

Posted by BJ and Shalene in Bath, Beauty, Body

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With so much hype about the dangers of pesticides and chemical additives in everything from our food to our skincare to our clothing, it's no wonder concerned moms are choosing organic skincare products to smooth on little ones. One of our faves ... California Baby. Made from organic, sustainably grown, all natural ingredients, California Baby offers a complete line of washes, moisturizers, diaper care, suncare and more that is gentle enough to use on your littlest tot. Most rave worthy: the Calming Botanical Moisturizing Cream. Good for a newborn's sensitive, dry skin, the rich cream also works wonders for babies with eczema. Trust us! This tried-and-true formulation clears up even the worst cases. Get it at Target, Whole Foods and Central Market.

Luxe for Less

Posted by BJ and Shalene in Bath, Beauty, Body

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Every Mom deserves a little luxe, and now you can get it without breaking the bank. Just hop on over to Eyes Lips Face (e.l.f.) (www.eyeslipsface.com). The cosmetics company offers lipsticks, eyeshadows, powders, nail polishes, application brushes and more for a steal ... a sundry of items is priced at just $1. And if that weren't enough incentive to stock up on some beauty loot for the summer, just enter the code "Carolina" in the coupon code field and you'll get 50% off your entire order up to $15! Want even more? Refer three friends to the web site, and they'll send you a free gift with your order. And though you may not be able to sample the best hues, at these prices you can afford to try out various products!