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Why Switch To Clean Beauty

October 25, 2020

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Two of my favorite clean beauty brands: 100% Pure & Au Naturale

Hi guys! You may have seen that lately I’ve been posting a lot more on Instagram all about nontoxic products and why it’s so important to make the switch to clean beauty. I firmly believe that what you put on your body is just as important as what you put in. To me it just seems like such a waste to spend the time buying and consuming healthy, organic food if at the same time you are just wiping away all that progress you’re making toward a healthy lifestyle by putting toxic chemicals right back into your bloodstream with conventional personal care products. This is why when I was first building my blog and health coaching business, I wanted to make sure it spoke to the combination of these two pillars: a more wholefood plant-based diet IN COMBINATION with a clean, nontoxic lifestyle.

So, what makes clean beauty products different from conventional? 

Let’s discuss ladies (and gentlemen!) To me, clean beauty is free from ingredients that are harmful to your health. Plain and simple. Do you want formaldehyde in your nail polish? Asbestos in your eyeshadow? Lead in your lipstick? Coal tar dye in your hair color? Or antifreeze in your face lotion? This is what you’re slathering and lathering up on in the conventional beauty world.

Why switch to clean beauty?

  • The beauty industry is crawling with carcinogens (cancer causing substances). There has been study after study linking cancers, reproductive and endocrine system issues, and more all to toxic chemicals in your bathroom cabinet products. For example, as cited in this Medical News Today article, lifestyle behaviors and environmental factors account for around 70-90% of cancer cases. I think people believe genetics is what causes disease when it’s actually our daily habits.
  • Also, as I mention in my Clean Beauty Guide (FREE when you join the Busy Gals Go Plantbased FB Group here), the US government is extremely behind on regulating which ingredients are safe for companies to include in products and which are not. As a matter of fact, according to the Environmental Working Group, the European Union has banned more than 1300 chemicals in personal care products, similar to over 40 other countries. In comparison, the US FDA has only banned or restricted a measly 9! 
  • Additionally, studies in years past have shown that on average newborns have more than 200 chemicals in their umbilical cord blood! And we wonder how children develop serious health issues at such a young age- sadly and without them knowing or understanding, perhaps it ties back to the mother and the 20-30+ years of toxic build up from her environment, to the food she ate, and of course, the products she’s used throughout her life. 

Not to be a negative Nancy here but I’m super passionate about getting this information out and not having it kept hidden in the dark any longer. Our generation of women deserves better and we deserve to know and understand what for-profit companies are selling to us to put in and on our bodies. Ok, one sec let me step off my soapbox now. If you’re freaking the f*ck out, take a breath- don’t worry. The body is a super bio computer and can work to correct itself. This education is about helping us prevent disease and make empowered choices in what we use moving forward.

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Here are a few examples of potentially harmful ingredients to avoid*:

  • Phthalates- Plasticizers linked to reproductive and child developmental issues. Used to make raincoats, flooring, toys, etc and found in products like hair spray, nail polish, perfume, lotion. 
  • Parabens- These are meant to act as a preservative to keep bacteria from forming and are common in makeup, shampoo, shaving cream, moisturizers, etc.
  • Triclosan- Also meant to prevent mold and bacteria growth. Found most often in toothpastes, hand soaps, and body washes. This one has been linked to messing with your thyroid hormone.
  • Sulfates- Surfactants aka super strong soap and an extremely common shampoo ingredient.
  • PEG- (polyethylene glycol) Petroleum based and used to make cosmetics absorb into your skin quicker.
  • BHA & BHT- Butylated hydroxyanisole (BHA) + butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT) are, again, preservatives to make products last for years on end and are often in products like lipstick. Think about that- it’s going directly in and around your mouth. Yikes. Also, do you really need that lipstick lasting for 20 years? I don’t think so.
  • Formaldehyde- Also called formalin or methylene glycol. This is used when laying down carpet in homes and is also in stuff like your nail polish.
  • Talc- Linked with asbestos in products like eyeshadow. So cute, right? UGH MAKES ME SICK.
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Another favorite clean product: Fitglow Foundation

So, have I convinced you to make the switch? Feeling overwhelmed about where to start? I feel ya girl. This was me over 6 years ago. I’ve been in your shoes. I get questions all the time about how to make the switch to clean beauty. It can seem like such a big undertaking. So, I made an e-book just for you all about it. Check out the Green Girl On The Go 15+ page CLEAN BEAUTY GUIDE. This is free to you ONLY until the end of October when you join the Busy Gals Go Plantbased Facebook Group here. I walk you through the exact step by step process for how to start this journey. Plus, this includes: recommend places to shop, my personal favorite products, a deep dive into reading ingredient labels, and how to decipher marketing terms. 

Ok, and there you have it. Did you find this post helpful? Thanks so much for reading peeps. And please come back and let me know if you download the guide! It helps me to know what to keep creating for you all.

Until next time! XOXO, Dani

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*Other Sources: Business Insider

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Earlier this month when I became an aperol spritz Earlier this month when I became an aperol spritz gurl 🇮🇹🍝🍕🍹

My fave wellness-y stuff I forgot to take good content of from this trip:
@d.o.s.e.y travel pill case for my millions of supplements - took @arrae.co everything, @cymbiotika super greens, and alot of @doterra vegan Lifelong Vitality 

@livelarq water bottle with built in filter

@superhumanapp travel meditations

@piquelife teas, @drinklmnt electrolytes, and @purity_coffee travel packs

@averraglow clear skin elixir, cleansing nectar, and serums

@sakaralife metabolism powder travel packets every AM and detox bars for snacks

Xo, D
Are the youths calling these DITLs? Lolz Here are Are the youths calling these DITLs? Lolz
Here are the details of some of my go to brands/faves from this day in the life:
-AM meditation: @doterra emotional aromatherapy essential oils kit + @superhumanapp app
-always in my work bag: @piquelife tea, @sakaralife bars, @drinklmnt packets 
-AM smoothie: @truvani is my go to plantbased & clean ingredient protein powder + @artisanaorganics nut butters (protein + healthy fats will keep you full for longer)
-skincare routine w/ nontoxic @averraglow acne fighting products (also love clearstem!!) 
-clean makeup @lawless @crunchicollection 
-smoothie @juiceland here in Austin (my ride or die spot for healthy plant based eats)
-organic and clean wine (only thing I drink at home really) from @dryfarmwines bc extra extra low alc content (some less than 10%) & prevents any hangovers 
-and PM windown red light mask with @higherdose 

Xo, D

#dayintheoffice #dayinmylife #dearmedia #holistichealthcoach #plantbasedlifestyle #nontoxiclifestyle
a New York minute- quick trip last week filled wit a New York minute- quick trip last week filled with work meetings, plantbased restaurants, and a little sibling hang time all in one (my brother is there, shoutout Andrew lolz!)
I lived in NYC for a brief stint in my early 20s over a decade ago and it always re-energizes me when I go back. One of my favorite places in the whole world. So much hustling and good plantbased food this trip. Fave spots we hit up: any restaurant by Matthew Kinney (Bar Verde and Double Zero), Juice Press locations everywhere, Coletta, abcV, and Butcher’s Daughter. Save for these healthy spots your next visit to the city! Xo, D

#plantbasedrestaurant #plantbasedhealth #nyctrip
A peak into some of my daily wellness habits I can A peak into some of my daily wellness habits I can’t have a productive day without:

-AM meditation and breathwork using @superhuman and I always have to rub @doterra emotional support essential oil blends on my feet (your feet have ATON of nerve endings that send signals through the body so I choose a blend based on my mood each day)
-making the bed which I feel like everyone says but it really is so true because you feel accomplished and organized so it’s an easy win lolz
-smoothie every AM, always (except for weekends)- I’ve found over the years that since smoothies give your digestive system a bit of a break I am way more energized and focused and can get through longer work stretches before lunch (will post my go-to recipes because key here is a mix of plantbased protein and healthy fats)
-go to at home quick and easy plantbased and gluten free lunch is @cocobakes sourdough bread (it’s literally heaven and I get it shipped on their website from LA to Austin) + the vegan pumpkin seed pesto I make every week and some avocado
-PM wind down meditation to try to flip the switch in my brain off from work and I’ve recently incorporated the @higherdose red light mask. Boosts mood and I’m currently testing to see what improvements I experience in my skin- as you guys know your girl is acne prone so anything like this I’m all about adding into the routine. 
Xo, D
Soo how the actual F*ck is it June?! I took an unp Soo how the actual F*ck is it June?! I took an unplanned content and health coaching hiatus this year- if I’m being honest, life just got V busy balancing it all! BUT Thought I’d catch you up on some highlights from 2023 so far: London/Paris trip with @instaloose, heading up brand partnerships @dearmediastudio and our first ever live event, and seeing Taylor Swift (I died, she was effing epic)! Plus regular daily life in between- green juices, my dogs, essential oils, etc.
I have a goal to get back to posting here (and on Tiktok if you’re over there!) You can expect alot of my own personal wellness hacks and routines, products I’m loving, and new things I’m testing out. As always, it’ll be lots of plant rich nutrition, nontoxic goodies, and all things holistic living that I’m doing to keep my skin healthy and overall just feel the best I can everyday. But if you want anything specific LMK. Summer 2023 here we come!!
XO, dani
24 hr hometown Easter with these lil bunnies. Lots 24 hr hometown Easter with these lil bunnies. Lots of @magnolia , Infrared sauna time, backyard lake views, @dryfarmwines , @ohsheglows vegan enchiladas, @hhwaco , @milowaco , masters watching, and sibs hanging. 
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I started my Instagram account back in college whe I started my Instagram account back in college when Instagram first came out (yikes aging myself here lolz) and the same year my Mom got diagnosed with a very aggressive form of stage 4 ovarian cancer. 

Most of you guys have seen me over the years post about how this changed the course of my life, pushing me into a deep rooted passion for all things health & wellness - out of fear of wanting to avoid the same future diagnosis for myself AND to heal myself, specifically my lifelong issues with my skin.

11 years ago we spent Christmas in Seaton Hospital here in Austin, Texas as my Mom was pushed into surgery as the first wave of her “treatment.” If you’re new to following me, the story goes that my Mom decided to treat her cancer 100% holistically. 

And she’s successfully managed it herself since Dec 2011. Her 10 year anniversary was last year and this year the message of how lucky our family is has been on loop in my mind. I know this is rare and it’s not lost on me for one second how special and unique our circumstances are. 

I specifically remember eating take out pizza from Whole Foods (before I even knew what a health food store was ha!) in the hospital room on Christmas Day watching my Mom recover in her hospital bed, all of us so full of fear of what the future would bring.

Now being back in Austin, living here, driving by that hospital, going grocery shopping at that same Whole Foods, it’s a wild TRIP. So, this is an appreciation post for everything this major life circumstance taught me. And how it has 200 million bajillion % only changed my life for the better. 

Happy holidays babes.

XO, Dani
Feel overwhelmed and confused about what foods are Feel overwhelmed and confused about what foods are or are NOT safe for a clear complexion? What is or isn’t going to trigger ACNE? Or just even what is or isn’t generally healthy?

This morning I was trying to think back to when I first got really into the health & wellness world and slowly started flirting with diet changes - of course with the ultimate goal of healing my skin and a slew of other symptoms.

I became obsessed with reading books and listening to podcasts and soaking up every piece of info I could find and then (treating myself like a personal science experiment lolz) would spend hours in my local health food stores applying what I had learned that week and picking out new foods to try, cultivating recipes in my little apartment kitchen.

I totally get going to the grocery store can be overwhelming as f*ck. So here are just a few of my favorites and go to brands to grab from the inner aisles at Whole Foods:

- @tolerantfoods pastas
- @primalkitchenfoods dresings
- @bragg evoo organic, unrefined, unfiltered, 1st cold pressed
- Eden organic beans black, kidney, garbanzo aka chickpea
- @foodforlifebaking gf breads and English muffins
- @sietefoods anything
- @artisanaorganics cashew butter
- @threetreesfoods almond or oat milk, etc! Love all their stuff so much.

At the end of the day, a good rule of thumb is to stock up on the fresh produce section first and foods in their freshest, most wholesome state. Then, when it comes to the other ailes like this, buy products with simple ingredient lists that are as minimally processed as possible. 

Have questions on grocery lists for clearing acne? Want more of my favorite brands? DM me “grocery”

XO, dani

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