So your kids are going off to college. Not to worry! You can still protect them from afar ~ at least from the dangers of toxic chemicals in their everyday essentials. These curated goodies also encourage good self-care and cleaning habits as they learn the ways of responsible adulthood. Items can be sent monthly, quarterly, or per semester.
Show your college kids how much you truly care about them with safe products for their dorm, roomie-share apartment, or first solo pad. Super cool and smart (aren't all parents? ;)
SPF 15 Sunscreen Cream ~ Unscented
$ 15.99
This simple, safe and moisturizing SPF 15 daily sunscreen from Badger Balm Co. is perfect for the beach and swimming, as well as light activity such as hiking and biking. With an ultra-moisturizing and soothing base of sunflower oil, beeswax, sea buckthorn and vitamin E, this elegant formula includes just five ingredients and no added scent.
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Safe, Effective & Responsible
Badger's Certified Natural SPF 15 sunscreen is a great sunscreen for use during times of minimal sun exposure. Made with uncoated, non-nano zinc oxide for the safest, most effective sun protection for the whole family. All of Badger's cream sunscreens are rich in certified organic ingredients, naturally water resistant for 40 minutes, safe for children of all ages, block both UVA and UVB rays, and thoroughly moisturize while they protect you from the sun. Previously sun-shy individuals can now be sighted around the world with their noses happily pointed towards the warm, luxurious sunshine!
Directions for Use
Knead tube before each use. For full protection, apply liberally to all exposed skin 15 minutes before sun exposure, then rub in to reduce whitening effect. For children under 6 months of age, ask a doctor. Reapply after 40 minutes of swimming or sweating, immediately after towel drying, and/or at least every 2 hours.
SPF 30 Sunscreen Cream ~ Unscented
$ 15.99
This unscented SPF 30 daily sunscreen from Badger Co. is ultra-moisturizing and soothing, with a certified organic base of sunflower oil, beeswax, sea buckthorn and vitamin E. The elegant formulation includes just five ingredients and no added scent.
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Safe, Effective & Responsible
This simple sunblock formula has no added essential oil fragrance for those with sensitivities, or those who just prefer no added scents. All natural certified organic sunscreen for the whole family, safe for children of all ages, thoroughly moisturizing while protecting you from the sun.
Previously sun-shy individuals can now be sighted around the world with their noses happily pointed towards the warm, luxurious sunshine! Though unscented, the cream still retains the subtle natural scent of beeswax.
Directions for Use
Knead tube before each use. For full protection, apply liberally to all exposed skin 15 minutes before sun exposure, then rub in to reduce whitening effect. For children under 6 months of age, ask a doctor. Reapply after 40 minutes of swimming or sweating, immediately after towel drying, and/or at least every 2 hours.
SPF 35 Sport Sunscreen Cream ~ Unscented
$ 15.99
This simple, safe and moisturizing sport sunscreen from Badger Co. is made for extreme sports such as surfing and mountain biking. It's their most water resistant sunscreen, allowing for 80 uninterrupted minutes of playtime before reapplying!
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Safe, Effective & Responsible
This is the best sport sunscreen for skiing, snowboarding, surfing, running, biking, hiking, and swimming. Formulated to protect our hardworking, hard-playing, active friends everywhere. This cream-based sport sunscreen is water resistant for at least 80 minutes, protecting you from sun, wind, cold, and water while moisturizing and nourishing your skin. And it stays where you put it ~ so you can focus on having fun and doing your best.
Directions for Use
Knead tube before each use. For full protection, apply liberally to all exposed skin 15 minutes before sun exposure, then rub in to reduce whitening effect. For children under 6 months of age, ask a doctor. Reapply after 80 minutes of swimming or sweating, immediately after towel drying, and/or at least every 2 hours.
$ 9.99
This unscented sport sunscreen stick from Badger Co. offers broad spectrum protection from UVA & UVB rays using safe, non-nano, mineral zinc oxide. No oxybenzone, octinoxate, or other chemical active sunscreening agents.
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Safe, Effective & Responsible
To meet the needs of hard-working, hard-playing families everywhere, this unique sunblock stick is specifically formulated to protect skin from sun, wind, cold and water as safely and naturally as possible. It's easy to use with no-mess, and fits neatly into your beach bag, backpack, board shorts, and carry-on travel bag.
Biodegradable, environmentally friendly and rich in certified organic ingredients, this product is safe for children of all ages. Especially good for face, ears, nose and lips, naturally super water resistant (retains SPF protection up to 80 minutes), blocks both UVA and UVB rays, and thoroughly moisturizes while protecting you from sun, windburn, and chapping.
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This sunscreen contains Vitamin E solely derived from sunflower, instead of mixed sources. Though unscented, it still retains the subtle natural scents of cocoa butter and beeswax.
Directions for Use
This product is intended for "targeted" protection, either in conjunction with another sunscreen (to be used for the full body), or when only small areas of skin are exposed, such as the hands and face. For full protection, apply liberally to exposed skin, then rub in to reduce whitening effect. For children under 6 months of age, ask a doctor. Reapply after 80 minutes of swimming or sweating, immediately after towel drying, and/or at least every 2 hours.
$ 45.00
The Splash Box lunch container has a plastic-free silicone lid paired with a sturdy stainless steel container. The happy blue lid, with its embossed wave design, offers leak-free convenience ~ without the plastic! Also helpful, the lid includes easy-to-grip corner tabs for opening and closing the lunchbox. The stainless steel bottom is designed to stack with other splash boxes, nesting-style, for compact storage.
An earth-friendly solution for families that love non-toxic stainless steel lunch boxes but crave the leak-free convenience of conventional plastic lids. The unique Splash Box from ECOlunchbox can help families reduce their exposure to plastic toxins in their food (BPA and other plastics), as well as protect our oceans from plastic waste. Finally, going healthy and green at lunchtime is a breeze!
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Meals On a Mission
Going green at lunchtime is easy with this superbly sustainable box set! ECOlunchbox's slogan is "Green Lunches = Blue Waters." Did you know plastic debris threatens our oceans and marine life? We believe that by reducing our dependence on plastics (perhaps at lunchtime) we can improve our own health as well as that of our planet!
Instructions for Use
The lids are soft and flexible for a tight seal, but please note they're not designed to be turned inside out.
Splash Box In Action
Stainless Steel Picnic + Camping Trays ~ Set of 4
$ 60.00
It's time to say goodbye to disposable plastic and paper plates. Stainless steel dining trays are perfect for use at home or outdoors as dining plates or serving trays, as well as for picnics, camping or BBQ potlucks ~ you name it.
Too often eating outdoors means breaking out the disposable plates that won't break (aka plastic or throw-away paper plates). Finally, there's a healthy and eco-friendly solution. Also perfect for those of us who prefer to keep our food from mixing. Brilliant!
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$ 54.00
Go back to school worry free! This Three-In-One Lunch Kit from ECOlunchbox is 100% plastic-free, waste-free, lead-free, BPA-free, PVC-free and vinyl-free. In other words, it's healthy for people and the planet. Functional and fashionable for both children and adults, the unique kit comes with a colorful lunch backpack and stackable stainless steel food container, plus three matching cotton napkins.
The handmade lunch bag is machine washable and sewn from textiles that are hand block printed by artisans in India. Fully reversible and adjustable to fit children and adults, the bag has a unique strap design that can be buttoned down into a backpack or unbuttoned for carrying as a shoulder or hip bag. The three matching napkins measure are designed for use as placemats or napkins.
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Meals On a Mission
Going green at lunchtime is easy with this superbly sustainable lunch set! ECOlunchbox's slogan is "Green Lunches = Blue Waters." Did you know plastic debris threatens our oceans and marine life? We believe that by reducing our dependence on plastics (perhaps at lunchtime) we can improve our own health as well as that of our planet!
Three-In-One In Action
Tinted Lip Blush ~ Rose + Vanilla
$ 12.00
FIG+YARROW's delicately flavored rose-tinted blushing balm for lovelier lips. Made with highly nourishing, protective, and antioxidant-rich organic plant oils, butters and waxes, this lip balm is naturally tinted with alkanet root and kissed with a touch of pure rose and vanilla essential oils for a very special oral treat.
Benefits~ 0.25 oz apothecary tin
Tooth Powder ~ Cornmint Lavender
$ 10.00
FIG+YARROW's delightfully vigorous blend of naturally effective ingredients for comprehensive maintenance of oral health and appearance. Based on a proven combination of traditional and contemporary wisdom, this unique toothpaste formulation is a deliciously therapeutic aspect of daily oral care.
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Use
Tap a small amount of powder to wetted toothbrush and attend to teeth, gums and tongue with gentle brushstrokes; best used with a wide-head, soft or medium bristle toothbrush.
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$ 42.50
Stacking and packing a healthy lunch is easy as 1-2-3 with this elegant Tri Bento Lunch Kit from ECOlunchbox. The classic stainless steel stackable bento box is made up of three separate layers neatly clipping together, and round shaped like food containers ("tiffins") used throughout India for generations. The colorful cotton Bentobag is sewn from artisan textiles using wooden blocks and heirloom wax batik techniques. Simply tuck the stainless steel lunchbox into this zippy bag, cinch it closed with the handy drawstring ties, and you're good to go in eco style!
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Meals On a Mission
Going green at lunchtime is easy with this superbly sustainable lunch set! ECOlunchbox's slogan is "Green Lunches = Blue Waters." Did you know plastic debris threatens our oceans and marine life? We believe that by reducing our dependence on plastics (perhaps at lunchtime) we can improve our own health as well as that of our planet!
Tri Bento Box + Bentobag In Action
$ 14.00
FIG+YARROW's supremely effective blend of minerals and botanicals to naturally discourage both odor and excessive moisture while nourishing and soothing underarm skin.
Benefits
Use
Pump modest amount onto fingers, disperse and massage into underarm area.
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Volume Pure Mint + Echinacea Stem Cell Conditioner
$ 9.99
Acure Organics' pure mint conditioner builds dynamic volume with intense lightweight moisture! For hair that feels thicker, fuller, and uplifted. Quinoa protein extract supports keratin, argan oil and babassu oil provide lightweight moisture for root and scalp maintenance, and echinacea stem cells promote cellular regeneration at the root level. Forget the neighbors…turn up the volume!
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Directions
Apply to wet hair. Massage into scalp and hair, working through the ends. Rinse thoroughly. Feel free to belt out some horrible 80’s tune that you listen to when nobody’s around. Whatever, you totally do it.