If you have varicose veins, or spider veins, you may be wondering how to get rid of them or prevent new ones from forming. Varicose veins are enlarged blood vessels caused by the weakening of the vein walls. The valve that prevents blood from flowing backwards can weaken and allow blood to pool, which enlarges the vein. Spider veins are smaller than varicose veins, but they are closer to the skin. These problems are more common as you age, or if you are overweight. Hormonal change, skin complexion, and sun exposure can also affect the likelihood of varicose and spider veins. Continue reading “Reduce the Risk of Varicose Veins” »
Reduce the Risk of Varicose Veins
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August 16, 2010 By Leave a Comment
It Stinks! The Hidden Chemicals in Fragrance
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July 9, 2010 By Leave a Comment
A rose by any other name would smell as sweet, but this might not be true for your perfume or cologne. Your favorite fragrance could be concocted with hundreds of chemical ingredients, which might make it smell sweet but also make it extremely harmful to your health. Continue reading “It Stinks! The Hidden Chemicals in Fragrance” »
The Ugly Truth About Beauty Products
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July 9, 2010 By 3 Comments
We use nearly 10 cosmetic and personal care products daily, but many of us don’t realize they could be a risk to our health. The products promised to make you look more beautiful contain dangerous chemicals that are absorbed through the skin. On average, people apply 126 chemical ingredients on their skin daily. Continue reading “The Ugly Truth About Beauty Products” »
HBL: Can I Recycle My Straw?
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May 9, 2010 By 11 Comments
Can I Recycle My Straw? Top 12 Recycling FAQs Answered Once And For All
Even the most seasoned ecoista can be stumped by a bottle cap or shampoo
bottle. Which bin? Do I need to wash it out? And what about the straw?
by Rachel Lincoln Sarnoff, www.ecostiletto.com
We all know the drill: Reduce, reuse, recycle. But there may be a bit of confusion on that last part. Even the most seasoned ecoista can be stumped by a bottle cap or a straw. Does it go in the blue bin or the black? If I’m recycling, do I need to wash it first? We’ve got answers to the top 12
questions we get asked on a daily basis. Drumroll, please!
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Eco-Stiletto: Vegan Queen
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April 26, 2010 By 13 Comments
Who can get Casey Affleck, Joaquin Phoenix, Liv Tyler, Jenny McCarthy, Daryl Hannah, Gus Van Sant, Matthew Cera and twenty or so others of Hollywood’s cool list together for a meal of tofu, quinoa and tempeh? Only Makini Howell, chef and co-owner of Plum Bistro in Seattle, WA. Continue reading “Eco-Stiletto: Vegan Queen” »
Eco-Stiletto: Zit City: Green Your Acne Treatment
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April 20, 2010 By 9 Comments
The British refer to them, rather charmingly, as “spots.” We call them, somewhat less charmingly, “zits.” Either way, those blackheads, whiteheads, blemishes, bumps and breakouts-which attack us at the most self-conscious stages of young adulthood, flare up during hormonal fluctuations and basically just sabotage us any time they see fit. Continue reading “Eco-Stiletto: Zit City: Green Your Acne Treatment” »
Eco-Stiletto: Sex, Food and Saving Money
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April 13, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Thank god Earth Day is every day at EcoStiletto, because we’re going to need 365 of them to read all the amazing sustainably-minded books that just came out. From small lifestyle changes, to the new eco-teen scene to ultra-easy organic cooking (complete with composting tips)-there’s something for everyone in this fresh crop of green reads.
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Eco-Stiletto: Organic Bathing Suit Fashion
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April 5, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Ever spent the weekend at the beach? After a few days in a bathing suit, chances are you experienced that not-so-fresh feeling. But despite what your mother told you, the discomfort may not be caused by a damp suit, but rather the fabric itself. Continue reading “Eco-Stiletto: Organic Bathing Suit Fashion” »
Gold Medals and a Fashion Line
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March 22, 2010 By Leave a Comment
In 200
8 Nastia Liukin won five gold medals. Now, twenty-years old, she has her own clothing line. ‘Supergirl’ is for girls between the ages of eight and twelve. The Gymnast and Warner Bros. consumer products will release the new line July 20th in JC Penny stores.
ECO – FASHION
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February 18, 2010 By 64 Comments
(LL) – The options available for organic and eco clothing styles are growing tremendously. The eco fashion world is no longer limited to frumpy hemp and rough cotton wear, but bursting with unique and trendy pieces that could rival any boutique line.
What is eco fashion?
What defines clothing as eco? Eco fashion is another term to describe sustainable fashion. Sustainable clothing uses organic material, cruelty-free sources, recycled materials, and materials that are biodegradable. A sustainable fashion design should consider the environmental and social impact of its entire life span, from production to disposal. Continue reading “ECO – FASHION” »
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