If you use a microwave, do you stand ten feet away when its on because of the radiation?  Do you avoid using sponges at all cost because of germs? Do you avoid eating certain foods or produce if you don’t know for sure if its organic or not to avoid pesticides?

On this blog, I do write a great deal about toxic substances that are used in our day-to-day lives, but also want to keep it light and (hopefully) fun.  Baring allergies, intolerance’s or illness you or your family members may have, sometimes we can get too caught up up in whats “deadly” .The question is, how do you find that balance once you become aware that certain habits you’re used to may not be healthy for you and your family?

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Companies are taking heed to the call for assessable, healthy and safer personal care products. Even large retailers such as Wal*Mart has stepped up to the plate.

Cosmetics firms heed calls for organics

Consumers who are vigilant about what they put into their bodies have proved they also care about what they put on them, making naturals and organics the fastest-growing segment of the cosmetics industry.

Players like Target and Wal-mart launching their own natural and organic lines, but even small local companies are reaping the rewards.

According to Organic Monitor, a London consulting company, sales of natural and organic cosmetics are soaring, with revenues projected to approach $7 billion this year in the United States, up $1 billion from last year.

For the full paper:
http://www.boston.com/business/technology/articles/2008/05/26/cosmetics_firms_heed_calls_for_organics/

Still, even products labeled “natural” can still have some of the same harmful chemicals that it’s best to avoid. Always read labels before purchasing.

I will break down every ingredient used in common personal care products, where it’s from, why its used, and why we should steer clear of it. I will also post alternatives that are either straight from the kitchen or products you can buy. If you have any questions or special requests. Feel free to let me know.