How Hand Sanitizer Works & How to Use It
Now that hand sanitizer has transformed into liquid gold, it’s important to know how it works, what it’s good for, and how to use it. First, let me undercut myself
Consumer Education
Sunshine & Sachets: How to Dry Clothes for Health, Wealth & Happiness
Drying laundry in a machine dryer can be the single harshest thing we do to fabrics. This was brought home to me when I noticed my brother-in-law wearing a shirt
A Sunscreen Summary
Summer has come and we turn to thoughts of sunscreen. This is always a quandary. We ask so much of our sunscreen. Therefore, it is crucial that
9 Ways to Use Hemp Oil In Body Care (And Why You’d Want To)
Updated June 2020: Last week Dr. Bronner’s announced that 100% of the USDA Organic hemp seed oil in our product line – that’s 30 metric tons annually – is now sourced from U.S. farmers. I thought this was the perfect time to republish
“Regenerative” Merges Organic, Fair Trade, & Animal Welfare
I’ll be the first to admit, certifications can make shopping a headache. I’m talking about all those official looking little seals on labels of products from food to cosmetics to
Cleaning Product Ingredient Disclosure Begins
Cleaning just got a whole lot clearer. On food, we are accustomed to seeing ingredient information. Turn that package over to see added sugars, added colors, allergens, weird chemicals (TBHQ, I’m looking at you). They’re fairly clearly listed. (We still have the
Green Cleaning and Household Harmony
I could have called this: “How to Get People to Agree with You.” I am rather amused when I get asked psychological questions. I have little training in psychology –
Dr. Bronner's Toothpaste Ingredients: A Dentist's Take (Video)
My grandfather unflinchingly included teeth brushing as one of the original 18-in-1 uses of the Dr. Bronner’s Castile Soap. I don’t deny that. It works. It will clean your teeth.
Safety in Personal Care Products: 12 Ingredients to Know & Avoid
You all are beautiful. Before I launch into a discussion of safety of body care ingredients, let’s get that straight: you are beautiful already. Furthermore, the most important things you can do to take care