Thanks to coronavirus, we’re spending way more time indoors than out at a social gathering, but that doesn’t mean we have to neglect our makeup! And when it comes to makeup, organic is the way to go. We use makeup…
Can We Still Trust the Forest Stewardship Council?
EarthTalk® From the Editors of E – The Environmental Magazine Dear EarthTalk: Why are environmental advocates down on the Forest Stewardship Council, given its mission to eliminate unsustainable forestry? — M.P., Raleigh, NC Environmentalists, indigenous people and others exploited by…
Zero Waste Shampoo Bars for Epic Summer Hair
We all hope for that genie in a shampoo bottle to free us from our hair woes. Gorgeous hair is everyone’s goal, and we’ve tried out numerous shampoo brands in that quest. And whatever be the brand, most of us…
The Zero Waste Bathroom: Plastic-Free Period Edition
The zero waste period is such an important goal, not just for the environment but for our own health. In this post, we’ll look into the scary parts of the “traditional” period products, figure out what the sustainable alternatives are,…
Environmental Racism and Black Lives Matter
EarthTalk® From the Editors of E – The Environmental Magazine Dear EarthTalk: Is there any overlap between the #BlackLivesMatter and Environmental Justice movements? —Jennifer B., Athens, GA There certainly is: “Environmental injustice”—defined as the unfair siting of pollution and other…