Did you know soy candles are not only more environmentally friendly than conventional, petroleum-based paraffin candles but they also last twice as long? I’ve been a huge soy candle fan for quite some time and I always have a blast discovering new brands of soy candles.
Soy Candles By Phebes has an extensive line of hand [...]
I’m very proud to say there is definitely no shortage of organic, vegan bars of soaps. Vegan soaps are not only the healthiest for your skin but the quality of these soaps is unlike anything else. There happen to be a lot of fabulous vegan soap companies in Hawaii but I recently discovered a new [...]
The documentary Forks Over Knives examines the profound claim that most, if not all, of the degenerative diseases that afflict us can be controlled, or even reversed, by rejecting our present menu of animal-based and processed foods.
The major storyline in the film traces the personal journeys of a pair of pioneering yet under-appreciated researchers, Dr. [...]
There are a lot of makeup companies that have a few select vegan or cruelty-free items but how nice would it be to take out the guess work and label reading process when finding vegan cosmetics? Well, Emani Minerals is a completely vegan, gluten-free, paraben-free, cruelty-free makeup line and they use 100% recycled paper goods [...]
Sine I’ve fallen in love with Head Organics, I’m excited for you to try some of their products out for yourself.
VBR and Head Organics are giving away the following full sized products to a lucky reader:
Head Organics Hair Spray ($13.50)
Head Organics Volumizing Mousse ($16.50)
Head Organics Leave In Conditioner ($13.50)
The retail value of this prize is [...]
I have people who constantly come up to me asking for my opinion on vegan hair care products. It seems like finding the perfect vegan shampoo and conditioner can be quite an elusive feat. I definitely have found some gems and today I’d like to introduce you all to Head Organics. I’ve been using Head [...]
So many amazing vegan goodies hail from Portland, OR. One very awesome, groom conscious, green beauty find from the City of Roses is Bikini Kitty. They make spa quality, paraben-free, non-toxic, cruelty-free, organic, vegan, gentle and effective shaving and waxing care kits – no more ingrown hairs and irritating rashes. Purrrrr to that!
Enter [...]
We all know how important daily vitamins are. Well, it turns out vitamins can work wonders for your hair. I know I’m always aspiring to have commercial-worthy luscious locks but unfortunately my hair needs a lot of love. Giovanni has a new leave-in hair treatment that seals the hair shaft, evening out porosity which [...]
If you haven’t already gone shopping for Valentine’s Day, I’m here to help you! Whether you’re looking for a romantic gift for your snuggle bunny or you’re completely anti V-Day altogether because some goon douched his way out of your heart, there are plenty of fun products from LUSH that are sure to please. LUSH [...]
This is what you’re in for…
Bamboo Lemongrass Foaming Body Scrub ($38, 8 oz size): This is one of Lather’s best sellers! Body scrubs are a perfect way to help even out your skin tone and exfoliate all those surfacey, dry, flaky layers of skin. This rejuvenating body scrub contains bamboo, sea algae and herbal extracts, [...]

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A Few Good Reasons to Go Vegan: • You'll save lives
• You'll live a lot longer
• You'll have more energy
• You'll reduce your risk of cancer
• You'll reduce your risk of heart disease
• You'll have lower blood pressure and cholesterol
• You'll get better nutrition
• You'll lower your chances of getting food poisoning
• You won't be ingesting growth hormones and antibiotics
• You'll get sick less often
• You'll fit into your old jeans
• You'll give your body a spring cleaning
• You'll have healthier skin
• You'll make a strong political statement
• You'll reduce waste and air pollution
• You'll earn good karma points
• You'll save money
• You'll help save the planet
Famous Animal Friendly Quotes "Animals are my friends... and I don't eat my friends."
~George Bernard Shaw
"You put a baby in a crib with an apple and a rabbit. If it eats the rabbit and plays with the apple, I'll buy you a new car."
~Harvey Diamond
"We can judge the heart of a man by his treatment of animals."
~Immanuel Kant
"I am in favor of animal rights as well as human rights. That is the way of a whole human being."
~Abraham Lincoln
"To become vegetarian is to step into the stream which leads to nirvana."
~Buddha
"To consider yourself an environmentalist and still eat meat is like saying you're a philanthropist who doesn't give to charity"
~Howard Lyman
Ingredients to avoid when shopping for cosmetics and skin care: • Animal products
• Animal by-products
• Animal testing
• Parabens
• Sulfates
• GMOs
• Silicones
• BHA/BHT
• Artificial colors
• Artificial fragrances
• Propylene glycol
• Phthalates
• PEG 15
• Toluene
• Pesticides
• Petroleum
• Mineral Oil
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