To say that I’m addicted to essential oils might be an understatement. I have a diffuser in nearly every room of the house, continually pumping earthy scents like , , and into the air. I use and to disinfect my…
Author: sherylryan
sherylryan
I am the founder and main contributor to Greenopedia. I'm also an organic vegetarian, natural product enthusiast, information junkie, and obsessive label-reader! I live in Los Angeles and when I remember to step away from my laptop, you'll usually find me hiking, brunching, or yoga-ing... pretty much in that order.
Friends always comment on how good my house smells, even if I haven’t cleaned! My secret is that I diffuse essential oils around my home — almost obsessively. Obviously, I love the way they smell. But I also love how…
If you’re a fan of personal lubricants for sex, you know first-hand the sensation-enhancing difference they make. If you haven’t tried them, let me tell you… whether you’re with a partner, with a toy, or on your own, lubes can…
When we talk about safe sex, the conversation usually centers around condoms and the practices that prevent sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and unwanted pregnancy. We rarely hear mention of the toxins and unwanted additives in the condoms, personal lubricants, and…
I stopped using tampons ages ago when toxic shock syndrome (TSS) became a hot topic. I later learned that TSS is actually pretty rare and there’s nothing wrong with using tampons (as directed), but I still never went back. At…
I’m on a never-ending mission to swap the chemicals in my life for healthier alternatives. My body care products are a top priority and I want all their ingredients to be from plants and minerals. It’s a worthy goal, but…
You’ve heard this many times: What we put onto our body is as important as what we put into our body. It’s true. When it comes to hair and skin care products, we need to read the ingredients list as…
We humans have been sweating it out for therapeutic benefit since ancient times. From Roman and Turkish baths to the modern-day sauna, we go to ease the pain in both our bodies and our minds. Beyond relaxation, the use of…
Despite having researched ceramic cookware for a fairly in-depth buying guide of healthy (and not so healthy) pots and pans, I was left with several questions that I couldn’t easily answer online. I’m a big research nerd and if I…
My sister and I started cooking our family dinners from a young age. Probably too young, to be honest. But there were five of us kids and our parents worked long hours, so we all had our chores. Thankfully, we…