Aden + Anais Swaddlers

Fussy baby? Try wrapping your newborn in Aden + Anais organic and bamboo swaddlers. Moms worldwide have practiced this technique which can help calm your baby, keep her warm until her internal temperature kicks in, help her sleep better, and remind her of the warmness and tightness of the womb. The organic collection is made of muslin grown and manufactured in an environmentally and socially responsible manner and the bamboo line ($40/3) is made of silky bamboo fiber muslin that is super soft. Pick from fashionable prints like pyara, diwali, mela, enchanted, bloom, star struck, safari, oasis, blue sky, and snuggle bug. Plus, there is nothing cuter than seeing your tiny babe all wrapped up.

Written by Greenista Girl Shivani

Photo by Aden + Anais

Rahua Organic Hair Care

Want tresses that make the Pantene girls jealous? Get ready to stock up on Rahua’s new line of organic and alcohol-free hair care. You’re just a few weeks away (it launches in February) from thick, flowing, lustrous hair. The secret behind Rahua is the potent restorative oil that turns dull tresses into luscious locks. Unlike other botanical oils that simply coat strands, the extraordinarily small Rahua oil molecule has the ability to deeply penetrate, bond, and repair the hair’s cortex while smoothing its cuticle. They have a full line of hair care including shampoo, conditioner, hairspray, finishing treatment, and elixir. Plus, it’s free of synthetic chemicals, parabens, and sulfates and 100% vegan.

Written by Greenista Girl Neha

Photo by Rahua

12 Eco-Friendly Fabrics You Should Slip Into

We all know about organic cotton but did you know there are a bunch of eco-friendly fabrics? To be considered eco, the fabrics have to be grown sans pesticides and chemicals, in a sustainable way, be eco certified, adhere to fair trade practices, and is animal friendly. So next time you’re shopping, keep an eye out for these 12 eco-friendly fabrics.

Hemp: A natural fiber that has over 25,000 uses. It requires no pesticides or herbicides and grows at a fast rate.

Jute: Similar to hemp but is made from vegetable fiber.

Ingeo: A man-made fiber derived from corn or fermented corn starches, plus it’s biodegradable.

Calico: Also known as muslin is made from unbleached cotton.

Hessian Cloth: Also known as burlap, Hessian is a coarse woven fabric made from hemp or jute.

Recycled Polyester: Created from used polyester garments. Some companies allow you to recycle your clothes that they then turn into recycled polyester.

Bamboo Fiber: A natural fabric made from the pulp of bamboo grass … it’s also biodegradable.

Organic Wool: This wool is produced using healthier practices for their sheep like no pesticides, hormones, or chemicals.

Tencel: Also known as Lyocell, this biodegradable fabric is made from wood pulp cellulose.

Organic Linen: Linen made from plant fibers rather than synthetic materials.

Fortrel Ecospun: Fabric made from recycled plastic bottles.

Milk Silk: Silk made from actual milk.

Written by Greenista Girl Neha

Photo by A Green Living

Underneath It All: Eco Lingerie

Organic clothing is a synch to find now a days and feel oh-so-comfortable in, but what about your underpants? Shouldn’t they be green too? Organic lingerie lets the clothes closest to your skin feel as natural, pure, and toxin-free as possible. With her line of organic lingerie, Stella McCartney is an advocate of sustainability. Her sexy items come in 100 percent organic cotton, silk, and chiffon, and are representative for the eco-friendly lingerie field. No more boring cotton granny panties, McCartney’s line gives that extra umph! factor to organic lingerie. Perfect for any occasion, Valentine’s, your significant other’s birthday, or just to feel sexy on any given day. Green intimates engage the senses with delicately soft, sustainable fabrics like bamboo and organic cotton, not to mention natural silk. Try the Lavinia Hiding Chemise ($150). This sheer silk chiffon chemise by Stella McCartney has a soft vintage appeal. Check out the sultry petal trimmed neckline, adjustable straps, and loose fit across the hips for movement. Check out Stella McCartney’s extensive organic lingerie line online.

Written by Greenista Girl Shivani

Photos by lille boutique

Holiday Gift List: Get Lick’d Organic Dog Treats

Wondering what to get that furry friend of yours this holiday? Stock his or her tiny stocking with Get Lick’d Organic Dog Treats. They come in two flavors, peanut butter carob and a holiday favorite, pumpkin spice. These treats are made with human-grade, organic ingredients minus any chemical preservatives or artificial colors or flavors and shaped like little dog bones so your tiny pups can hold and eat them with no trouble at all. Get Lick’d Organic Dog Treats come packaged in an adorable Tiffany Blue bakery boxes perfect for the holiday … and no wrapping required.

Written by Greenista Girl Brianne

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