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Fingernails & Your Health

Posted by Su Avasthi on January 14, 2008 - 8:24am.

Fingernails can offer clues about the state of our health, and be early indicators of illness.


Greener, Happier Fingers & Toes

Posted by Su Avasthi on September 10, 2007 - 5:01am.

The bad news is that pedicures (and manicures) are bad for people and the planet. The good news is that we can do something about it.



On Grooming: 4 Products You Should Live Without

On Grooming: 4 Products You Should Live WithoutPosted by Marisa Belger on April 26, 2006 - 9:48pm.

In the push towards natural beauty some things will inevitably get left behind. As we seek to clear our shelves of the lotions and potions that are more toxic than beautifying, these four should definitely get the boot:

Nail Polish: The bad news is that most conventional nail polishes contain dibutyl phthalates, strong chemicals that help polish stay blended and dry evenly. These toxins can be inhaled or absorbed through the nail. Either way, they are endocrine disruptors and can disturb hormonal balance. The good news is that nails look just as lovely when simply cleaned and buffed.



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