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Hand Sanitizer and Sanitation

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Sanitizer
Sanitizer

After dealing with allergies, blowing your nose, and sneezing…all things you can do that can incorporate your hands, we should probably talk about the most popular way to deal with the germs in the room. One popular solution for fighting bacteria and germs is hand sanitizer. We don’t know about you, but we noticed a sudden boom in hand sanitizer use within the past few years and wanted to make sure you know the facts.

For instance, hand sanitizers are great for dealing with small or minor cases of bacteria and germs. They are not helpful for grimy and visible situations. With that being said, the main and most effective ingredient in hand sanitizers is ethanol, more commonly known as alcohol. This ingredient in hand sanitizer is only effective at destroying bacteria and germs if the alcohol percentage is 60 or above. Any alcohol content lower than that in hand sanitizer is basically not as effective as should be.

Using hand sanitizer in tight or mobile situations can’t be helped but should not replace the tradition of hand washing. Washing your hands with soap and water is more effective and healthier for your skin. With the constant use of alcohol your skin can become dried out and crack. This leaves your hands rough and vulnerable to infection. The drier your skin, the greater the risk that cracking can cause minor open wounds vulnerable to the bacteria and germs you come in contact with.

We know you are desperate to get ahead of allergies and spreading/catching germs but make sure you keep in mind the repercussions of excessiveness. Just because something is said to be good for skin doesn’t always mean it’s good for your skin and good in excessive amounts.

The EE 411: General Hand Sanitizer Tips

When using or selecting hand sanitizer, please keep the following in mind:
• Make sure to choose hand sanitizers with an alcohol content of 60% or above.
• Never over or excessively use hand sanitizers—wash your hands with soap and water instead.
• Look for sanitizers that may incorporate a skin nourishment feature such as a moisturizer.
• When using hand sanitizers or washing your hands, keep hand lotion nearby and apply when needed to prevent cracks in your hands. This would be a perfect opportunity to try some of our body balms. They are cost effective, and a little at a time is all you need to rehydrate your skin. They are perfect to keep near the sink or on your desk in case of emergencies.
Remember to never just take our word for it. Though we do our research, we highly recommend you do yours! Always do what’s best for you, like we always say, you deserve it!

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Spring Allergies

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Allergies
Allergies

Allergies! It’s the sneezing—ugh, excuse us, SEASON for sneezing, coughing, burning eyes, and irritation we’ve all come to loathe. Trust us when we say we understand your pain. You know what’s to blame for that? Pollen blowing through the air coming from trees, grass, and weeds! Once the pollen goes into the nose it can cause people to sneeze, cough, and, well, you know the rest.

This week we will focus on some brief reminders of ways to help relieve the effects of allergies. Do you remember the effects of aroma therapy? Pure mint is the end all be all for congestion. Using a neti pot or a bowl of hot, and we mean HOT, water pour a little mint extract or oil and inhale gently (keep your eyes closed). It can temporarily relieve the congestion. Ah, to breathe again.

It also wouldn’t hurt to soak in a little Calming Spa Seaweed (bath salts).  It contains rosemary mint which may also help with decongestion while you detox everything else. Speaking of salt, salt can help temporally relieve soreness in the limbs and throat. Take warm water, not HOT, mix it with salt, and gargle with it—we wouldn’t recommend swallowing. Don’t use tap water, you want to make sure the water or steam produced by water is clean to avoid any other risks.

Staying hydrated is important in any season or time of the year. Not to mention, those of you who get special eye drops or nasal sprays, etc. stay on top of your stock and keep in touch with your doctor. As always do what is best for you. Check expiration dates, use clean hot/warm water, and try to stay relaxed! Stress won’t help make your allergy symptoms any better.

The EE 411: Don’t Forget your Tea when it Comes to Allergies

Folks tend to forget the natural benefits of tea! Well, don’t. Tea has a refreshing warmth that helps quell the congestion and please the pallet. It’s also that cool crispness needed to revitalize you on a sunny, hot day. Nevertheless, we realize tea is an acquired taste but if you haven’t had the pleasure, now’s as good of a time as any.

Folks tend to forget the natural benefits of tea! Well, don’t. Tea has a refreshing warmth that helps quell the congestion and please the pallet. It’s also that cool crispness needed to revitalize you on a sunny, hot day. Nevertheless, we realize tea is an acquired taste but if you haven’t had the pleasure, now’s as good of a time as any.

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Hair Dying Exclusive: Lead Acetate

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Okay Earth’s Enrichers, it’s Easter this weekend—let’s talk about the dye! Not for your eggs this year but for your hair. That’s right, maybe this year you may swap out the eggs for the hair on your dome and still end up making beautiful masterpieces. And we mean masterpieces that are also safe and healthy for your hair.

You guys know the steps for dying your hair, don’tcha? Like say for instance you used an All You Need Deep Cleansing Shampoo bar to cleanse your hair before dying, right? *buzzer noise* Wrong! You actually want to dye your hair before washing it or getting it wet. It helps the color stick! Then rinse gently until excess color is gone. Then, when you are tired of the color, if it is temporary, you can wash it out with the All You Need hair care products.

We at EE inspire you to be creative while sharing with you important facts to do so safely. So, what’s lead acetate?

Lead acetate is a detrimental crystal-like compound that, when ingested, produces a sugary taste. It can be found in sweeteners that substitute sugar and cosmetics like hair dye/coloring. Some of the side effects that lead acetate can produce are below:
• Irritation to the eyes
• Respiratory tract issues
• Headache
• Nausea and vomiting
• Colic
• Constipation
• Dizziness
• Loss of consciousness
• Depression
…For more information go to CBS News.

There are some that have determined that if the FDA allowed it to be in certain cosmetics like hair dye on such a minor scale, that it may not be dangerous if used properly. If you concur with the skeptics, please take precaution. Only use the product on hair (externally) and make sure that it does not seep into your blood stream via scrape or open sore on the head. We don’t recommend using products with lead acetate—why take the risk?—it is important to play it safe and careful.

Needless to say, we recommend that you pay close attention when dying your “Easter Egg” (for some of you who didn’t get that we meant hair ^-^). Feel free to express yourself but do so by supporting products that care about your health or won’t risk it, use safe/organic/all-natural ingredients, and who don’t use skeptical ingredients.

The EE 411: The History of Lead Acetate

Lead acetate has actually played an interesting role in our history:
 Pope Clement II, who died in October 1047, was rumored to have been poisoned. Later, toxicology reports (mid-20th century) confirm this possible truth.
 Albert Christoph, a German painter, composer, and biographer; inadvertently swallowed a bit of lead acetate and never fully recovered.
 Another rumor, this time about the infamous Ludwig van Beethoven. Beethoven may have died from minute concentrations of lead acetate in contaminated wine—the mystery remains.

In all seriousness and history, lead acetate has played many roles in cosmetics, in mysterious deaths, and, even, medicine and industry. To better understand lead acetate, its history, and how to avoid it; we invite you to do scrupulous research.

As always, we here at EE want the best for you, your hair/skin care, and your health. You deserve the best without risk!

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New Year, New Healthier You

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Goals for 2017
Goals for 2017

Happy New Year! I hope you all had a good time bidding 2016 goodbye. It was filled with a lot of great memories, learning experiences, and moments that some of us would like to forget. Nevertheless, 2016 is now history and 2017 is here! Time for New Year’s Resolutions and a better, healthier you!

We are serious about healthier beginnings here at EE. We would like to personally welcome you to the New Year with a challenge. We challenge you to start this year off right with healthier decisions whether it’s better fitness, nutrition, skin care, financial health, and/or better stress management.

Health is a broad subject and doesn’t just limit itself to what is put on or in your body. Being healthy means finding a perfect balance between your soul, environment, mind, and body. So make sure you take the time you need for you! When your environment starts to get too overwhelming and your soul, mind and body can’t take it anymore, center yourself with meditation, music, a vacation, or treat yourself to a nice massage (*whispers* You deserve it).

On the other hand, what you put in and on your body is still very important, so EE also challenges you to read labels and look up ingredients you can’t pronounce. Research how those ingredients could affect your health. Start taking the all-natural and organic route because it can be the better option—or at least try it… it doesn’t hurt to try it. 

Last but not least, the most important we think, take the time to LAUGH! We said it, laugh. Humor can be the fix for almost any problem. Take a moment and listen to your favorite comedian, google some memes, read a comic strip or something. A good giggle is good for you, it’s practically science. Okay, maybe not science but it does help relieve stress and diffuse tense situations.

I think those are all the challenges we have for you today. Remember the gist—we challenge you to find a nice healthy balance between your mind, body, environment and soul. Take some you time if needed and sneak in some giggles daily to relieve stress. Also, try new things like all-natural and organic options, which can be better for you!!!

Share with Us: What are some of your New Year’s Resolutions?

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Skin Care: Household Allergens

Skin Care Household Allergens

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Home is your safe haven. It’s the place where you go to escape all the clutter out in the real world, but how do you know that your home is the safest place from indoor allergens? There are simple things like mold, pets, and dust mites that could cause irritation or damage to your skin.

Keeping a clean home is more than just a cosmetic venture, it’s a health venture. You’d be surprised by what can cause skin break outs. For instance, mold is generally known for its respiratory mayhem, but it can also causes skin irritation like rashes. Even pets can bring about skin irritation with their dander and fur. Indoor allergens can cause eczema reactions, itchiness, and more rashes.

So, protecting your home from itself is an important option because it can affect everyone. Not only does a clean home look good, but it represents care and love. Therefore, stick to the basics: change your linens as often as necessary, wash and brush your pets, dust your home, and check your bathrooms, kitchens, and basements for mold.

The EE 411: Types of Indoor Allergens

Dust: This stuff is literally made of everything- name it, it’s in it– skin, insects, dandruff, soils, fibers, dirt, etc. This is certainly not the stuff you want on your skin.

Dust Mites: These are little creatures that eat the dust. Their droppings can trigger asthma and respiratory problems.

Mold: Grows in humid and moist areas and can also trigger skin irritations and respiratory problems.

Pet Dander: Composed of microscopic flakes of skin shed by animals with fur or feathers. It is part of dust and is the actual cause of the pet allergies.

Cockroaches: Also contribute to the dust and are nasty critters.

Share with us: How do you protect your home?

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Skincare – Bentonite Clay

Skincare – Bentonite Clay

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Now, clay is more than pottery making material. It’s a skin care regiment that helps create healthy, blemish-free skin. We bet you all didn’t know that, did you? Check it out–that stuff people put on their faces that makes them look like ghosts, bentonite clay, is an ingredient in some of those masks. The very clay we use in our Calming Spa Seaweed bar soaps.

Bentonite clay can appear as an off-white, powdery substance when it is alone. Its skin care purposes are to remove blemishes, wrinkles, lines, detoxify skin, treat itchy skin, and leave your body feeling refreshed. It also can help relieve skin infections like eczema. Bentonite clay is definitely worth giving a try.

It may not be the most exciting looking skin care ingredient but it is one of the most helpful. Imagine that calcium rich substance working its magic on your skin, returning it back to its smooth, milky texture one step at a time. Or if you’re looking to relieve your body of all its toxins, simply add a little bentonite clay in that warm bath and you’ve got yourself an instant detoxifying brew.

Oh, we almost forgot! Bentonite clay is actually good for your hair too. It can moisturize your hair while cleaning and removing any build up. It can also encourage hair growth and prevent hair loss leaving your hair silky and smooth. That’s a game changer for any clay—we see you googling bentonite clay and we approve!

The EE 411: Why we use it?

So, we have incorporated some bentonite clay into our Calming Spa Seaweed body bars, keeping your silky smooth skin in mind, helping to protect it from blemishes, spots, wrinkles and skin irritations. Also incorporated in calming spa seaweed is rosemary mint and seaweed, which both hold super great benefits for your skin.

Share with us: What else do you know about bentonite clay?

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Skin Care – Acne Agony

Skin Care - Acne Agony
Skin Care – Acne Agony

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Acne is no subject to joke about, seriously, it’s anyone’s worse nightmare not just a teenager’s. There are various causes and types of acne and in order to prevent unnecessary acne, you must first know your skin. The easiest way to prevent “unnecessary acne” is to register what your skin is like: is it naturally oily or does it tend to be dry? Is it sensitive to certain products? These are questions you should know the answer to because many people can confuse acne with allergic reactions. An allergic reaction is what we like to call “unnecessary acne,” which means it isn’t acne but these reactions can come with all acne’s visible and sometimes uncomfortable affects.

Now that we have the easiest step out of the way, let’s delve further into defining acne. Acne is basically a pimple, spot, whitehead, blackhead, or cyst that can appear on common areas like backs, face, chest, shoulders, or neck. Acne forms when hair, oils and skin cells fuse together trapping and creating bacteria.

The causes of acne have to do with a variety of things like environment, genetics, hygiene, excess oil in the skin, greasy hair, stress and anxiety, hormones, a menstrual cycle, make-up, clogged pores and even pimple squeezing. The idea is to keep the germs and bacteria from spreading and keep your skin clear of too much oil, dirt and bacteria. So kids, this is why it’s important to wash your face every day!

But what about those other factors that can’t really be controlled like stress, anxiety, menstrual cycles, or hormones? How do you prevent those? Those things may not be completely preventable but you can always try. Visit a professional and ask for the root causes of your acne. If it’s stress or anxiety, he/she may recommend something like meditation or some form of stress relief outlet.

For those of you who suffer from acne, keep your heads up! There can be a solution to relieving acne. Knowledge is power, do research, take notes, visit a professional prepared and work together to find a solution.

The EE 411: What are those and what’s the remedy?

WARNING: the content below can be kind of icky especially if you’re not into wanting to know what a whitehead is, etc.

As you all know, there are many different kinds of acne:
Whiteheads- these are pimple-looking spots that have a white tip. They exist under the skin and are usually caused by clogged pores.

Blackheads– these are pimple-looking spots that appear black. They exist near the base of hair follicles and are caused by clogged pores, oil and a buildup of bacteria.

Cystic acne– these are pockets of fluid (I don’t think you want detail on “fluid”) that occurs within tissue and can appear anywhere on the body. They can ache and are similar to (but NOT) a blister. It can be caused by stress and sometimes infection.

Papules– these are little bumps that appear on the skin. They exist near the base of hair follicles and are caused by clogged pores, oil and a buildup of bacteria.

Pustules– these are red bumps that are white at the top because of pus buildup. They exist near the base of hair follicles and are caused by clogged pores, oil and a buildup of bacteria.

Nobules– these are nicely sized red bumps that are sensitive to touch and are embedded in skin. These are the ones you definitely don’t want to try popping. They exist near the base of hair follicles and are caused by clogged pores, oil, and a buildup of bacteria.

Cleanliness is only part of the treatment for taking care of acne; it is not the full solution. Over washing your face can cause just as many problems as not washing it enough. The best line of defense is gently removing any oil or make-up from your skin. Find products that are good for your skin and consult a professional, especially when all else fails.

Share with us: What else do you know about acne?

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Honey – Secrets of the Hive

Honey

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Some of you Earth’s Enrichers know the secret of the hive and others, well, you have just unknowingly stumbled upon it. Honey is the holy grail of holy grails. We bet that some of you make tea and, instead of lumping sugar into it, use honey to bring out the sweetness. If you have not tried honey instead of sugar, we suggest you grab some green tea and try it– it couldn’t hurt.

We mean it, it couldn’t hurt. A teaspoon of raw honey is equal to about 64 fat-free, sodium-free, cholesterol-free calories– Honey, you’ve definitely got it! And get this, honey is more than a sweetener, it’s a preserver– an antibacterial, anti-fungal preserver. Buying a jar of honey seems like a good investment if you ask us. Not only does this precious substance have a great shelf life and offer a health-conscious alternative to sugar, it helps to preserve memories, create energy, suppress coughs, relieve allergies, and much more.

Studies have shown that honey can help boost memories, so having a spoonful every now and again could make you all the wiser. While preserving your memory, you can help suppress that little cough you may have and sleep better at night– multitasking the healthy way! Honey is the go-to-guy for everything– both in internal (as in allergies, coughing, sleep, and energy) and external (treating wounds, burns, sores, dandruff, and infections) health.

The EE 411: Honey – Rules of the Hive

After hearing about all the great secrets of the hive, are you surprised that we put honey in select products? It was one of the best ideas we’ve ever had. Honey Granola Bar Soap was designed to replenish your skin with a silky cleansing that removes dead skin. The point, ladies and gentlemen, is that it leaves your skin feeling soft, supple and replenished. If you don’t believe us yet, you can also try our Honey Vanilla Lip Balm. How much better can it get? The very same ingredients that you can eat together, Oatmeal and Honey, can be used to make your skin healthy. It’s a natural and healthy win and there is no secret in that!

As always, we encourage you to do your own research and learn what is best for your skin. Honey, although great for your skin, comes with its own set of precautions like all natural and organic things. Honey in its raw state can contain certain dirts and bacterias that aren’t harmful to us but can be rough on babies, so please wait at least a year until you try honey on your kiddos to suppress their coughs. That way they can build up enough immunity. Additionally, in some cases, using honey on your skin can feel a tad discomforting similar to a light stinging sensation. If that is the case, we suggest you stop using the honey and ask a dermatologist. 

Another aspect is a honey allergy, which doesn’t happen all too often but if you find that you are allergic, it may be due to pollen found in the honey. Overuse of honey could also lead to the drying out of skin tissue, so be very stingy with how you use this golden substance– you don’t necessarily want the Midas touch. Last but certainly not least, if you’re an individual with diabetes you do not want to place any honey directly on your wounds because it may cause your glucose level to rise. 

Always know yourself, and be prepared when trying out new things. If you have any concerns, call a professional and pick his/her brain just to be safe. I hope we provided you with some awesome info– until next time!

Share with us: What do you think of honey now? Did anything change?

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Organic Skin Care – Spring Cleaning

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Organic-Skin-Care-Spring-Cleaning
Organic Skin Care Spring Cleaning

Spring is finally settling in place and summer is about to follow. Besides all of the diets and physical activity, what are you doing to prepare your skin for the summer? Yea, that’s what we thought—not many people know that preparing your skin for summer is an actual thing. There are certain steps that you might want to take in order to protect your skin from the upcoming heat and sun.

A total body cleansing, this means cleansing, exfoliating, and moisturizing.  Getting a head start on clearing acne or skin irritations before the heat and sweat irritate it is a great way to prepare for the summer. Not only are you clearing your skin for a great natural even tan but you are one step closer to smoother healthier skin.

After working on clearing your skin from acne, exfoliating your winter skin will also help smooth it out and make it glow. As you all know, exfoliation is when you scrub with a bathing tool that is a little rougher than a washcloth which can scrub off the dead skin lingering behind. Doing this can prevent random bits of embarrassing flaking that can happen throughout the day.

Moisturizing will restore the moisture that the exfoliating could take away to get rid of the dry skin. It helps bring out your skin’s natural glow and reduce dry flaking. Also during your moisturizing process, try to incorporate natural organic products that contain sun protection. This way your skin is getting all the nutrients it needs and protection from the sun’s UV rays.

There are other ways to get your skin ready for the summer but these are the basic and affordable first steps. The next step is getting those winter toes ready for sandals and flip-flops—a perfect excuse for a pedicure and manicure! If you have been saving all winter, treat yourself to a spa/makeover treatment. Remember; know your skin so that you do not over-do or under-do cleansing, exfoliation, or moisturizing.  This way you will be one step ahead of the sun.

The EE 411: 

Other ways to prepare your skin for the summer:

  • Hydration- removing sodas from your diet and drinking plenty of water helps keep your skin clear and readies you for the heat.
  • If you live in large city/industrial/or dusty area, keep wipes or hand sanitizer with you to relieve your skin of dirt that can irritate or clog pores.
  • Given that the weather patterns have been little weird, make sure you pay attention to the temperature and dress appropriately.
  • We were serious about a run to the spa or a home mani and pedi! It helps for when you do want to wear those sandals.

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Healthy Lifestyle – The Gift of Giving

 

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It’s New Years’, the season of change and taking on new challenges. The holiday spirit doesn’t have to end, so why not continue the gift of giving and fellowship? We discovered some new information about the gift of giving that we know you would be interested in. Giving is the concept of passing something along to another individual without the need to receive anything in return. Inadvertently, when you give you do get something in return.

Would you believe us if we told you that when you give to someone you receive a good bill of health in return? Yep! Giving inspires relationship building, stress relief, reduced heart disease, and lower blood pressure. Human beings are natural social creatures who tend to wear their hearts on their sleeves. So, it makes a lot of sense when our emotions and social life affect our health.

Think back to when you have had a fight with a family member, suppose they felt unappreciated, how did you feel? It probably felt like thunder in your chest and a tsunami in your stomach. Negative feelings and bad relationships with others create restlessness and makes it hard for the body to relax. Cruelty is not something our bodies can easily handle, but it comes with the territory. We were given generosity, kindness, and fellowship to help us fight the cruelty, stinginess, and greed that can have negative effects on our health.

So, we encourage you to give a little cheer this New Year and the holiday seasons to come. The world is full of people who need it. Giving is not just for the holiday season but for all year long and it shows people that you care. If you have a chance to give, then give. Believe us when we tell you, it feels much better when you do and you never know what opportunities you can provide to a person by giving.

Another way to give is with fellowship. Sometimes, even spending time with people is more than enough. Quality time with family members and grandparents can bring them more joy than any amount of money could buy. They look forward to it and will always remember the quality time.

To help those who are less fortunate, donate what you can to a shelter, also spending time in a soup kitchen and helping out will help you find joy, especially if you can’t be with your family at that moment. It will help give you the emotional support you need, fellowship, and create warmth when you are homesick.

The EE 411:  The Rules on Giving

Okay, everyone pay attention. Take a deep breath in and out—we’re going to learn the rules on giving.

  1. Give to another to create joy
  2. Expect nothing in return
  3. Smile when you give
  4. Thank others for what they give you with a hearty smile
  5. By all means, write thank you cards
  6. Under no circumstances do you tell someone you are taking their gift back to the store (even if it’s socks).

In return you will be rewarded with:

  • Stress relief
  • Relationship building
  • Reduction of stress can help reduce heart disease and high blood pressure
  • Fellowship
  • Intimacy and empathy
  • Patience
  • Happiness
  • Sleeping better at night
  • More gifts

So, we hope our gift to you can be useful during your journey through life. Generosity is the key to health and happiness. We at EE hope you had a happy holiday season and a great New Year. Enjoy the gift of giving!

Share with Us: What gifts will you cherish from last year?

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