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List of Toxic-Free Cosmetics
A growing number of beauty-care companies have vowed not to use toxins or greatly reduce the amount of potentially toxic ingredients in their cosmetics and other beauty products, according to the Living Toxin Free website. Some moms may want to reduce their potential risk of cancer or birth defects in their future children by using toxic-free makeup; fortunately, women have a number of choices in the world of eco-friendly makeup.
Instructions for Making a Rain Barrel
Installing a homemade rain barrels to collect, store and recycle rain water is both environment-friendly and economical. Rain barrels also help reduce the amount of water that may settle around the foundation of your home. Although it may be a time-consuming process, creating your own rain barrels is a project you can accomplish using a little bit of cash, patience and elbow grease.
Breastfeeding and Formula Moms Get Same Sleep
A new study shows that there is no difference in the amount of sleep moms get whether they breastfeed or give their babies formula.
Energy-Saving Lighting Tips
If you are trying to reduce the amount of energy used in your home, consider starting off by cutting back on how much lighting you use. Of all the electricity used in homes across America, 15 percent of it is for residential lighting consumption, according to a 2008 report by the U.S. Energy Information Administration.
Home Composting Methods
Composting turns certain waste products into a nutrient-rich material that you can then use in your garden. Large compost piles in the backyard might come to mind, but you can compost even if you have no outdoor space for a compost bin. No matter what the scale of your compost method, your efforts reduce the amount of waste sent to the landfill.