What Are Phthalates? Understanding the "Everywhere Chemical"
What are phthalates? Phthalates — the “everywhere chemical” — can be hard to pronounce, hard to spell, hard to locate, and even harder to make sense of. Phthalates are chemicals commonly used to ma...
Recycling Right: What Goes Where & Why It Matters
Recycling may seem simple — blue bin, done. But with constantly changing rules, confusing labels, and wishcycling (tossing something in and hoping it gets recycled), even the most eco-conscious hou...
Organic Cotton vs. Conventional Cotton: What’s the Difference?
When you think of "organic," you probably picture food, and rightfully so. The difference between organic and non-organic food is tangible. You can often see and taste it! Switching to organic food...
9 Ways to Repurpose Old Sheets, Towels & Blankets Around Your Home
Old sheets, towels and blankets often linger in linen closets long after they stop being part of the daily rotation. Sheets that feel thinner than they used to, towels that no longer dry the way ...
The Ultimate Guide to Greenwashing and How to Avoid It
Have you ever bought an article of clothing because it was made with “sustainable” fabric? Or maybe you’ve purchased an “eco-friendly” cleaning product or a “green” skincare item? Who doesn’t lo...
Everything You Need to Know About the MADE SAFE® Certification
Certifications can feel overwhelming, especially when many of them sound similar but measure very different things. MADE SAFE® stands apart because it looks beyond surface-level claims and evaluate...
Is Your Cluttered Bedroom Hurting Your Sleep? All About Visual Rest
There’s a kind of calm your eyes recognize before your mind does. You can feel it the moment when they finally stop scanning. That sense of ease is known as visual rest. Your sleep space is meant...