Image via Ecouterre . Come September, one of the largest textile recycling initiatives in the nation will launch in New York City, the Associated Press reports (via Ecouterre ). In 2008, over 190,0… Read the full story on TreeHugger
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In New York City, Clothing Recycling Program Could Spur Nationwide Movement
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Image credit: Good Most shampoo consists of about 50 percent water. What’s in the other 50 percent or so, however, might surprise you: surfactants, actives, preservatives, color, and fragrance all play a role. Knowing exactly what these ingredients are—and what they do to hair and health—is important when talking about a product most people use several times a week—if not every day…. Read the full story on TreeHugger
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What’s Lurking in Your Shampoo Bottle?
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Cabbages & Roses, spring 2010 collection. Image courtesy of Cabbages & Roses. British fashion and home décor brand Cabbages & Roses , formed by Vogue alumnas Christina Strutt and Brigette Buchanan in 2000, has been developing their sustainable ethos for the past ten years. Most recently they moved all manufacturing of their hand made apparel from overseas to local vendors in southern England; A shift that further aligns the brand with their ultimate source of inspiration: sustainability and English countrys… Read the full story on TreeHugger
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Stay Cool this Summer in Eco-Chic English Countryside Fashion (Photos)
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Image credit: Good.is Aloe vera, green tea, shea butter, and tea tree oil: All common ingredients in all-natural beauty regimens. But are these things really effective? Is there any science to back up the claims? Good has a quick guide to the science behind naturals…. Read the full story on TreeHugger
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Which Natural Beauty Ingredients are Backed By Serious Science?
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Celebrate INDEPENDENCE with Tannign TAX CC, Flickr via Evil Erin We’ve reported here before that tanning beds are on par with cigarettes in terms of cancer risk. In fact, the ultraviolet radiation they put out are about as lethal as arsenic–yes, poison. So we were happy to see the first part of the new health care law , which adds a 10% tax to indoor tanning services, went into effect Thursday;… Read the full story on TreeHugger
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Are Fake and Bakers on the Decline? New 10% Tanning Tax Takes Effect
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+ Talk about hitting the big leagues. Engineering students from Northwestern University have developed a data-logging compression shirt that helps baseball pitchers avoid torn ligaments from fatigue or poor technique. + If the peripheral distortion on your bulky bifocals makes your head swim, take heart. By year’s end, the world’s first pair of electronic spectacles will hit the market, with “surround-v… Read the full story on TreeHugger
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Best of Ecouterre: 7 Ways Wearable Technology Can Improve Quality of Life
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“Belize” lipstick, Primitive Makeup. Image courtesy of Primitive Makeup . Is petroleum lurking in your cosmetic case? As Meg points out in her post , if you’re packing lipstick or lip plumper–and/or many other common beauty products–it’s highly likely. Fortunately,
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For Luscious Lips, Try Primitive’s Petroleum-Free Lipstick
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Eco-fashion photo shoot (vest, Suno; bustier, Bodkin; necklaces, Study NY). Image courtesy of Jamie Beck If you’re a fan of green fashion and makeovers, you’ll like this one: Fashion me Green (FMG) is a project that gives green fashion makeovers to “style influencers.” The FMG team travels to the fashion capitals of the world–we hope they offset their flights–and hones in on local sustainable fashion designers and fashionable muses to model the ethical threads. This past week they ca… Read the full story on TreeHugger
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Local Green Fashion Makeover with TreeHugger Favorites Bodkin, Study NY, Stella McCartney, and More (Photos)
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A vibrant flea market in Manhattan’s Lower East Side. Image courtesy of Hester Street Fair There’s something for everyone at the Hester Street Fair , whether you’re a thrifter, local foodie, antique hunter, or otherwise. The only outdoor vendor fair in the Lower East Side of Manhattan, founded by SuChin Pak and Ron Castellano, houses up to 60 local vendors every weekend. This weekend, in addition to the bevy of vintage accessories, clothing, and shoes the vibrant fle… Read the full story on TreeHugger
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In New York, the Hester Street Fair Lures Locals with Fresh Produce, Cupcakes, Vintage Prada, and More (Event)
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Ladies, summer is now truly upon us, well it certainly is here in London , and tis the season to have fun with our feet, though not we must add at the expense of the planet or people. Happily there is a wide range of seriously stylish ethical footwear brands out there these days, there’s really no need t… Read the full story on TreeHugger
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5 Sexy + Sassy Sandals for Summer (Photos)
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