PARIS IS GREEN??
Well, let's just say that Paris is wearing green... We're not sure about the practicing a green lifestyle part. What we are sure about is that the t-shirt she is wearing is a 100% certified organic cotton tee from Threads for Thought and this eco fashion collection is so hot or, excuse us, as Paris would say... "That's hot." The t-shirts have great sayings on them, like the one Paris is wearing that 
says, "What if this was the only tree left to hug" with a tree air freshener graphic or Ecoholic (left). Each collection is inspired by three major causes: the environment, Africa and world conflict, supporting three charities, which include the International Rescue Committee (IRC), the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) and ENOUGH, a project to end genocide and crimes against humanity. We love finding great lines that are both eco and socially conscious. Threads for Thought is available at www.tobi.com. Look for the new Fall 2008 collection to hit stores in September. To find a store near you, go to www.threadsforthought.com.
10 GREAT ECO FASHION SALE FINDS YOU SHOULD SNATCH UP RIGHT NOW!
by Carrie Pollare, Editor
'Tis the season and there are some fabulous sales going on all over the eco clothing world. Some of the wonderful pieces we've shown you throughout the summer (and many more new ones) are now on sale...at up to 70% off! So, if you thought about it, but didn't act the first time you saw them and seeing them again brings back memories of longing, go for it quickly this time because the prices are so low they won't last long! And, many of these styles will take you right into fall! We've pulled together 10 of our favorite down and dirty sale finds (check out Vanessa Hudgens' Beau Soleil dress right), but you'd better hurry before the White Apricot gang grabs them all!
Make sure you check out our "Seriously?" feature, where we bring you eco products & stories that are (how can we say) crazy, nuts or "over the top."
EXTREMELY NATURAL BEAUTY — PART II: ANIMAL EXPERIENCES
by Laurel House
Laurel House, White Apricot's original editor, now writes a regular humorous and quite wonderful column for us. We're so thrilled to have her back!
Note: The following article is not for the squeamish, but another fun read from Laurel!
After wrapping up last week’s rant on the newest “it” excrement spa treatments, bird poop and bull semen, I settled into my nightly beauty routine, when I suddenly realized in complete horror that I, in fact, had been lovingly slathering excrement into my skin for years! Caviar! Caviar, my friends, are fish eggs, extracted from the belly of female fish. Some brilliant beauty inventor/marketing team succeeded in turning the little, liquidy, protein and nutrient-rich eggs into creamy designer potions, peddled as the “magic bullets” to age-defying beauty. At some point years ago, I bought into the hype and became addicted to my little jars of milky, magical excrement. Yes, I now have egg on my face. But, you know what? At least, it’s not shit.
Not into animal excrements? How about allowing fish to nibble the calluses off your toes, or snakes to slither and leeches to suckle your spine for the sake of detoxification and relaxation? Hold on tight, this is where the beauty industry really gets wild!
Check out our Eco Friendly Fashion Exclusive
Offers page with discounts on clothes, handbags,
shoes, jewelry and more up to 70% off!!
ECO GLAM!
Got a party to go to? Out to a club? You're going to turn heads in this sophisticated, sexy, little black dress outfit that's completely made up of eco friendly clothes and accessories. You must admit the bracelet is a total stand out! We hope you like really high spikey heels because Stella's strappy sandal is all about that. And, don't forget your lead free lipstick!
Dress: Viridis Luxe Skinny Strap Dress in black
bamboo and organic
cotton -
On sale for $119 (normally $237)
www.revolveclothing.com
Earrings: Toby Pomeroy 14k Recycled Gold Hoop Earrings - $1,335 at www.tobypomeroy.com
Clutch: Heather Heron Hemp Magnolia Safety Clutch - $310 at www.beklina.com
Lipstick: Nvey ECO organic lipstick in Ruby - $28 at
www.nimli.com
Bracelet: Alkemie Jewelry reclaimed metal Owl
Cuff - $209 at
www.shopbop.com
Sandals: Stella McCartney Satin Vegan High
Heeled
Sandals - $359 at
www.yoox.com
FOR A YOUNGER COMPLEXION...JUST ADD OIL
by Bonny Osterhage
Slathering oil on your face might sound like a recipe for breakouts, but not if the oil in question is from ISUN Organic Skin Care. These Facial Oil Moisturizers are made in the San Juan Mountains of Colorado, using only organic, wild-crafted and natural plant ingredients. The ingredients are selected for their life-force energies and extracted using a cold-process technique, that allows the skin transforming ingredients to stay alive.
If you still can’t get used to the idea of willingly rubbing oil into your face, consider this. Oils contain the highest level of active, alive nutrients. They are easily absorbed by the skin and, due to the skin’s own natural oil composition, penetrate more deeply than creams. As a result, they do not clog pores, but absorb completely into the skin, leaving you with a dewy, healthy and, dare we say it, younger looking complexion. ISUN Organic Skin Care offers a Facial Oil Moisturizer for every skin type. Buy ISUN products at www.beautyhabit.com. To learn more, go to at www.isunorganicskincare.com.
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