If you live in the modern world, you've run across an array of hand sanitizer options, which are used to kill the germs on your hands. But as we learn more about bacteria, it's apparent that some brands of hand sanitizers may be doing more harm than good. Which ones are they? We're happy to tell you. You've trusted Mamavation to bring you other …
Toxic Deodorant Chemicals–What Brands to Avoid & Best Brands Available
Deodorant is something you want to do once and forget about. It better work. And hopefully, it doesn't have ingredients linked to cancer. The deodorant industry has come a long way and the number of green beauty options is vast compared to just a couple of years ago. Whether you want conventional, middle of the road, or non-toxic deodorant, there's …
These 40+ DEET-Free Bug Sprays Will Keep You Toxin & Insect Free
This summer, we seem to be plagued by pests. From my son's overreaction to a simple mosquito bite to a new case of the bubonic plague (yes, the “Black Plague” from the middle ages) and Lyme disease, pests have gotten more dangerous. At a time when most insects are on the decline, the type of insects that can cause harm to humans is on the rise. So …
10 Homemade Natural Shampoo Recipes for DIYers
Shampoo and conditioners can contain endocrine disrupting chemicals that add to the toxic load in your body. After investigating conventional shampoos and finding so many with toxic and endocrine disrupting ingredients, we decided to share some homemade shampoo recipes you can make at home at your leisure containing ingredients that are natural and …
Less Than Half of These 70+ Face Washes & Moisturizers Are Considered Safe
The world is changing and so is the beauty industry. Dirty beauty products containing hormone-disrupting chemicals are so last century. Women are starting to demand safe and effective beauty products as they are learning more about the dangers of chemicals to our health and the environment. So how safe are the face washes and moisturizers you use …
50+ Non-Toxic Hair Styling Products You Can’t Live Without!
Beautifully shiny and coifed hair can take a lot of work, and a lot of hair products. But have you ever stopped to consider if your hair care products are safe? Do you really know what’s in them? I don't know about you, but I see no reason to add harmful chemicals to my daily routine if I can find non-toxic alternatives. Good news! Mamavation has …
How Toxic Is Your Hair Dye? Best & Worst Hair Color Brands
Do you hate your gray hairs or just want a change? Hair dyes are one of the most amazing inventions of all time--it's a product that makes us feel younger, more confident and exciting. Naturally, the best way to get rid of that unwanted silver hair is with hair color. But if you’re trying to live a clean and non-toxic lifestyle, hair color …
Sunscreen Chemicals Harm Children & Coral Reefs, Except For These Brands
Are chemical sunscreens safe for your family? The answer to that question may surprise you. Sunscreen chemicals have been a topic of conversation for several years. Recent studies linked chemicals inside sunscreens to birth defects, infertility, hormone disruption in children, and the destruction of the coral reefs. Reaction across the country has …
PFAS Chemical Linked to Weight Gain Found in Oral-B Glide Dental Floss
Just when you thought you were safe because you already switched to a safer toothpaste, Oral-B Glide dental floss was caught with a chemical inside their specialized dental floss that is linked to serious health issues, including infertility, low sperm quality, smaller penis size, weight gain, and lower vaccine effectiveness. Oral-B Glide dental …
10 Homemade Hair Detangling Spray Recipes for DIYers
Sometimes when you switch the children to natural shampoo, they need a detangler. This is what happened in my house. My boys wanted to grow out their hair, so I let them, but my middle son had the worst tangles every day. He was developing dryer hair. I'd yell at him to use his conditioner, but I don't know if he ever actually did. That's when I …
Early Puberty in Girls Linked to Cosmetic Chemicals Study Finds
Just when young girls start getting interested in makeup, studies have found hormone-disrupting chemicals inside everyday cosmetics are linked to early puberty. So if you are pregnant and don't want your children to suffer the physical, socio-economic and emotional impacts of having puberty come early, pay attention, because this study was created …
10 DIY Natural Facial Moisturizers For Beautiful Skin
Conventional facial moisturizers can contain endocrine disrupting chemicals that add to the toxic load in your body. These hormone-disrupting chemicals can impact your health and lead to chronic disease and cancers. The best way to avoid the chemical contaminants that come with facial moisturizers is to make them yourself. And it's surprisingly …