Wouldn’t it be wonderful if a “fountain of youth” really existed? Well maybe it does. In fact, many people are looking and feeling younger than they have in years, just by making changes they may have never dreamed of before.

Did you know that “going green” could be the best anti-aging regime you could invest in? Most traditional skin, hair, and personal care products are loaded with suspected toxic ingredients that have been linked to everything from weight gain, nausea, dizziness, eczema, to headaches and more, but are also believed to act as endocrine disruptors, neurotoxins and even carcinogens.

Not only that, but many of the anti-aging creams people slather on their skin every day have powerful active ingredients that pull those toxins deeper into the tissue, which can cause much more damage.

But don’t panic, there’s a simple solution: buy organic!

That’s right. Organic products not only eliminate those dangerous ingredients, they also naturally add at least 40% more antioxidants to formulations. If you want to look younger, adding more antioxidants is the place to start, as they will work internally and externally to repair damage to the cells, which can otherwise cause you to age faster.

The same goes for the foods you eat. When you eat chemicals, your body is bound to experience side effects. Just read a label on a can of pesticide. Do the warnings sound yummy? Hardly.

Next time you hope for the fountain of youth, just remember, it’s closer than you think. It’s about eliminating the toxins and increasing the nutrients, inside and out! That’s it! Going green makes sense.

Brought to you by Laurie & Tiffany of Nature’s Knockout, a mother/daughter, celebrity make-up & hair team, passionate about empowering others to go green. At age 23, Tiffany was diagnosed with a crippling autoimmune disease, which led them to intense research to find answers. Through it, they realized the power of living green. Encouraged by amazing results, and overwhelmed by the epidemic of autoimmune disease, diabetes and cancer, they had to get the word out, and thus, Nature’s Knockout was launched. A passion with a purpose. http://www.naturesknockout.com/

The relaxed vibe of the cross body bag has found it's way back from the 80's!

For the girl on the go, the hands-free option is quite liberating! Remakes of the trademark look are now in stores, but why settle for anything less than the O.G.? VintageFirm.com's got your back!  

VintageFirm.com feels that wearing vintage is a highly rewarding way to style. With the fun of reminiscing for an era, you are reusing products and giving it a whole new appreciation.

Here's our top picks from our Eco chic sister site, VintageFirm.com

	1980's Vintage Red Cross Body Bag w/ Gold Hoop Detail This red soft vinyl zip top cross body bag by Bueno speaks 80's out loud.  (more)
	1980's Vintage Black Chain Strap Shoulder Bag by Ande The quilted front flap with gold chain strap bag by Ande draped over a dress is classic chic  (more)
	1980's Women's Vintage Croc Print Abstract Cross Body Bag Awesome black faux croc leather bag with bursts of colored patches and a faux silver buckle on the top flap.
	1980's Vintage Cross Body Shoulder Bag w/ Gathered Exterior This black soft vinyl zip top cross body bag is 80's toned down. Worn with a simple outfit or a more detailed wear, this bag will put the look together.  (more)
	1980's Women's Vintage Cross Body Rectangular Front Flap Leather Purse This flap top rectangular bag would be perfect for a laid back day in cut off jeans and a cotton T.  (more)

Check out more 80's bags at VintageFirm.com!

Girls and fashion go hand in hand. Green Girls and Vintage Fashion? Well, it just makes sense! We'd like to introduce you to our new sister site, VintageFirm.com!

TheGreenGirls.com and ADS Management, LLC has launched VintageFirm.com, an online vintage fashion boutique. VintageFirm.com celebrates the timeless beauty of vintage fashion by featuring original handpicked items from the 40's and 50's to the late 80's and making them accessible to you. Why Vintage Fashion? We are always looking for new and fun opportunities to grow and after our 2nd Year Bash & Fashion Show, the decision was made. Fashion is the new addition TheGreenGirls.com! We considered a new organic clothing line, but that meant creating new products to consume. Why not go deeper than that; go greener than that? By reviving our love for the nostalgic times of the past through vintage fashion, we are helping the environment by keeping these beautiful, timeless pieces out of landfills and into your fashionable wardrobes.

"Who doesn't LOVE vintage fashion?", asks Apple Levy, founder of TheGreenGirls.com and creator of VintageFirm.com.  "There's something beautiful and wistful about the early eras. What better way to appreciate and to get your nostalgia fix than sporting vintage wear?"  

Vintage products added daily! Visit VintageFirm.com and get your fashion fix in timeless style!

Oddly enough, there is currently no consensus on whether sunscreens prevent skin cancer. The FDA’s 2007 draft sunscreen safety regulations say: “FDA is not aware of data demonstrating that sunscreen use alone helps prevent skin cancer”.

We can’t get away from exposing our skin to the sun but if you are going to be in direct sunlight; sunscreens can help prevent sunburns, skin aging, wrinkles, and cell damage.

Here are tips for to keep your skin beautiful, healthy, and toxic-free while in the sun:

1. Use a Cream-based Sunscreen with SPF 30
Avoid sprays and powders which may not be safe to breathe. Choose cream sunscreen instead and make sure the SPF is 30 or higher.
 

2. Read the Ingredients
Avoid sunscreens that contain oxybenzone, it’s a synthetic estrogen that has been linked to allergies, hormone disruption, and low birth weight in baby girls. Instead look for sunscreens that contains zinc, titanium dioxide, avobenzone or Mexoryl SX. These ingredients protect skin from harmful UVA radiation, with little penetrating into the body.
 

3. Avoid Sunscreen with Vitamin A
Eating foods rich in vitamin A is great for your skin, but new FDA data shows that tumors and lesions may develop sooner on skin coated with creams containing vitamin A when exposed to direct sunlight. Vitamin A, may be listed as “retinyl palmitate” or “retionol” on sunscreen labels.
 

4. Get Lost of Vitamin D
Vitamin D is very important – it strengthens bones, our immune system, and reduces the risk of various cancers. While the main source of vitamin D is sunlight – experts dissagree on if it’s safe to get it from the sun. Eitherway you can get adequate amounts from a healthy diet that includes foods naturally rich in vitamin D: like dairy products and fish, fortified milk, cereals, and vitamin D supplements.
 

5. Avoid Tanning Beds
Ultraviolet light from the sun and tanning beds dramatically increase the risk of Melanoma, which is the most deadly form of skin cancer. This type of light can also increase skin aging, wrinkling, and cause cell damage.
 

So what’s the best sunscreen? The Environmental Working Group releases each year, a report of the safest, least toxic, and most effective sunscreen products available to consumers.
 

This year the top sunscreens include:

• Badger Balm
• Karen’s Botanicals
• California Baby
• Soleo Organics
   

Checkout the full list of sunscreens to find the best sun protection for you.

To learn more about Charmaine, visit Glamology.com

 
 

Green Youth Movement presents "The Green Initiative - Humanitarian Fashion Show"

Saturday, October 16, 2010 from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM (PT)

Hollywood, CA

Tickets Available Now