Mineral oil is a chemical found in many products, including mascara, lotions, and creams. Rather than nourishing and hydrating skin mineral oil coats skin like plastic, rendering it unable to breathe while simultaneously slowing down …
In conjunction with their George Washington Carver exhibit learn how to create jewelry from natural objects at the Academy Of Natural Sciences on Saturday, February 27th. Nature jewelry maker Jane Kilduff will show you how to …
Find natural cork bathmats on Real Goods and get rid of that rubber collector of scum currently rotting in your tub!
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“Difficulty is the excuse history never accepts.” –Edward R. Murrow
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Soothe stiff, aching muscles and decrease joint inflammation with peppermint essential oil. Put three to five drops of peppermint oil into two tablespoons of a carrier oil (like sweet almond) and massage sore muscles and …
Check out the work of organic fashion designer John Patrick, who showed his new collection at the Mercedes Benz fashion show last Thursday during New York Fashion Week. Very cool!
“If I didn’t wake up I’d …
The recently-launched Piazza Farmers’ Market is open every Saturday in February from 10am to 2pm at The Piazza At Schmidt’s. The market features over 20 farmers showcasing locally-grown produce, raw milk, artisan cheeses, free range chicken eggs, …
Jojoba oil has long been considered a great friend to the hair; try this trick we found for super-silky tresses!
Heat one cup of jojoba oil until warm and massage it into the scalp and roots. …
This simple lavender salad recipe is a great way to incorporate immunity-boosting lavender into your diet!
Cut about 40 heads of lavender and detach the individual flowers from the spikes.
Arrange some radicchio leaves and thin avocado …
Start at the LOVE Park LOVE sculpture in Center City, then ride the EL and see the “Love Letters” Project, where local artist Stephen Powers and West Philadelphia students created over 50 rooftop murals along Market …
Throw some fresh watercress leaves or shoots on your salads to seriously up your intake of Vitamin C and minerals iron, magnesium, zinc, and maganese. This peppery plant is a diuertic and expectorant and also works as …
The Peppermint Facial Scrub from Philadelphia soapmakers Duross & Langel contains pulverized walnut hulls to help slough dead skin. This yummy-smelling formula will leave your face smooth, refreshed, and…um, tasty? Stock up here.
Duross & Langel is …
UC Green is an awesome organization all about greening the neighborhoods of University City and West/SouthWest Philadelphia. Over the past 12 years the organization has arranged community volunteer programs and built partnerships with Philadelphia schools, businesses, …
Every Saturday through March the Morris Aboretum Of The University Of Pennsylvania is holding wellness walks from 10:30 to 11:30am. These guided, 45 minute, two-mile walks around the Arboretum are a great way to stay fit and enjoy …
Dried powdered white oak bark is some pretty nifty stuff. It can be used as a wash for bathing irritated skin and sore eyes, treats varicose veins, and stops bleeding from cuts. Use it as …
What was once known as Farm Fresh Express, a Philadelphia-area produce delivery service, is now Harvest Local Foods. This fantastic company is “just as dedicated as ever” to bringing yummy local and organic produce to your …
Stop in Square Peg Artery & Salvage the next time you’re roaming around Rittenhouse Square….this artist consignment shop sells all kinds of crafts and art, including jewelry, bags, ceramics, fine arts, paper arts, reconstructed/reclaimed objects, …
