Resources
In an ideal world, everything would come straight from an organic, natural source and it’s a lovely and satisfying thing when we can make our own household cleaners and toiletries. This is not always possible, either through resources, time or inclination, so here’s a list of some of the many people and organisations out there that are trying to create a better, more natural and healthy way of living.
The International Chemical Secretariat publishes a list of about a thousand hazardous chemicals and encourages switching to safer alternatives.
Made Safe – Their work is guided by the vision of a world where consumer products promote healthy bodies, homes, air, water, and soil, while prioritising all forms of life – both humans and the ecosystem. An American organisation with lots of resources.
The Seep Company founders created cleaning cloths, sponges, rubber gloves etc. which are plastic-free, made from renewable sources and are designed to return to the earth or be endlessly recycled
Green Fibres are a long standing company selling organic clothes, mattresses, bedding, towels, cleaning cloths etc.
Bio-d products that are made from natural plant-base derived, ethically sourced ingredients, free from harsh chemicals and toxic preservatives. A UK based factory powered by solar energy, and we use recyclable, refillable, and biodegradable packaging.
Greenscents is a brand that is against greenwashing and is one of a handful of household producers that has achieved organic status with The Soil Association. Every product ever made by Greenscents has been certified organic.
Soapnuts or Soapberries are actually dried fruit shells which contain real natural soap (saponin) and are 100% completely natural. organic, non-polluting, compostable, alternative to conventional laundry detergents and synthetic soaps. No fillers, foaming agents, bleach, phthlates, phosphates or parabens.
ONE STOP SHOPS –
Big Green Smile stock over 7,000 products which are ethically sourced, chemical free, as well as organic products. Household products – Ecover, Bio-d, Faith in Nature, Miniml, Sonnett, Seep etc. Skincare – Green People, Lavera, Neal’s Yard, Weleda, Dr Hauschka, Odylique, Sukin, Dr Organic etc.
Ethical Superstore sell eco-friendly alternatives to everyday items such as fashion, food, cosmetics and cleaners that do as little harm to the environment as possible.
Just Natural for all things healthy, natural, and sustainable. Foods, beauty and household essentials.
REGN – ethical, eco-friendly products health, beauty, home, kitchen, baby, child
SKIN CARE AND MAKE-UP
COSMOS a useful online directory of accredited products that states what the percentage of that product is natural and what percentage is organic.
Green People are a pioneering organic skin care brand and helped create the first standards for organic beauty. Experts in sensitive skin since 1997 planet-friendly packaging. Also do make-up, toothpastes, deodorants etc.
Neal’s Yard use organic and ethically sourced herbs, botanicals and essential oils in their face and bodycare products. The UK’s first certified organic health and beauty brand and also helping to ban plastic microbeads. They have an eco factory, offices and a store in North Dorset.
Lavera mainly use plant-based raw materials, preferably from controlled organic and sustainable cultivation. Founded in 1987. Face, body, dental products and make-up.
Benecos only use natural and organic ingredients. Skincare, make-up, nails
The Soapery – One-stop-shop for high-quality, all-natural, also organic ingredients. Great for base oils, essential oils and other ingredients if you are into making your own products. Reasonably priced too.
Organic Veg Boxes
www.bakewellorganics.co.uk pick up points in South Yorkshire, Derbyshire (see website)
www.riverford.co.uk deliver to your door
Online Farmshops
Block Blue Light products counter the effects of blue rich light that affects our circadian rhythm.
Memon emf harmonising devices for mobile phones, household wiring and gadgets, water and food harmonisation.
See my online shop.
Emf Protection sell products to block and shield various harmful frequencies such as paint, fabric, clothing etc.
The Biodynamic Association – works with interconnectedness, biodynamic farming and growers cultivate dynamic and caring relationships with the living world, the cosmos, and themselves.
Garden Organic promotes organic growing and composting, citizen science and research, and seed conservation through their Heritage Seed Library.
Real Seeds are an ethical company specialising in heirloom and heritage vegetable seeds which are chosen for home gardeners. Loads of helpful information on propagating your own seeds.
BIOGENIC LIVING THERAPIES www.biogenicliving.co.uk DEBRA PARKER
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