Posts in Conscious Living
6 Non-Toxic Tea Kettles for a Cozy Cuppa in 2024

Tea kettles are a great option for quickly heating water to high temperatures for the perfect cup of tea. They are the simplest and most efficient way to brew tea. Their unique design allows the water to heat evenly and reach optimal temperatures. However, not all tea kettles are created equally. Let's explore some things to be aware of as the materials of your tea kettle matter.

Read More
The 7 Best Fair Trade Chocolate Brands

Unfortunately the cocoa industry is known for slavery and unethical treatment of workers. But thankfully with fair trade chocolate we can give treats that are made with love and kindness. And don’t worry I’ve tried chocolate from all of them and chocoholics everywhere will be thrilled with these six slave free chocolate brands that are using fair trade practices. Also, I swear fair trade chocolate tastes WAY better than those popular brands you find in the candy isle due to the care and considerations for high quality ingredients, people, and the planet.

Read More
The Ultimate Guide to Safe Stainless Steel Cookware 2024

Stainless steel is a versatile material used for a variety of cookware, such as pots and pans, as well as for cutlery and even your kitchen sink. Not only is it useful in the kitchen, but beyond it too, having been used in the medical profession for everything from scalpels to prosthetic implants. So what is stainless steel? It’s an alloy (a mixture of metals) of iron and chromium, with elements such as nickel, titanium, aluminum, copper, and molybdenum added to improve strength, durability, and corrosion resistance.

Read More
10 Ethical & Sustainable Alternatives to Amazon

While online one stop shops are convenient, affordable, and often risk free with free shipping & returns, it’s important to ask the question: are we choosing the right companies to shop from? In the U.S alone, 55% of online shoppers choose Amazon as their first e-commerce option. Let’s explore Amazon’s eco-friendly initiatives and a few sustainable alternatives conscious consumers are sure to love!

Read More
2024 Ethical & Sustainable Valentine's Day Gift Guide

Celebrating Valentine’s Day with someone special, Galentine’s day with your friends, or celebrating self love with some quality YOU time? We’ve got ethical Valentine’s Day gifts for everyone! Discover ethical and sustainable Valentine’s Day gift ideas that are made with love! If we’re celebrating love I think the gifts we give should be made with love for other people and the planet too! If you choose to give gifts, obviously gifts are NOT a must when it comes to love!

Read More
The Best Organic Shampoos & Conditioners for Less Toxic Hair Care

More and more people are ditching traditional hair products for organic, environmentally conscious shampoos and conditioners. Over the past few years as people have learned about the harmful chemicals lurking in hair and skin products, the demand for organic hair care products has increased. The more people making the swap to organic hair and beauty products, the better as this is a win for our health and the health of the planet. Let's explore some of the harmful ingredients commonly found in traditional shampoos, explore the sustainability of shampoo, and meet some great organic shampoo brands.

Read More