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GREEN MAKEUP?
The green revolution has changed the face of the cosmetic industry. The pioneer in natural, cruelty-free cosmetics is undoubtedly the Body Shop, which has its roots in Britain. Today, the chain has outposts all over the world selling fragrant lotions, soaps, shampoos and other assorted toiletries for both men and women.
Its success has spawned several other chains, such as Bath & Body Works, that offer comparable and affordable lines of bath products. These stores offer an appealing array of gift baskets for the holidays, but don’t be afraid to design your own.
Last Earth Day, earth preserve launched its eco-friendly line of bath, hair and skin-care products in retail stores nationwide. In addition to its cosmetic line, earth preserve also offers unbleached, natural-fiber sleepwear and linens, recycled cotton stationery, natural sponges and plant fiber brushes and decorative gifts made of recycled glass.
You’ll also find cruelty-free natural personal care products from smaller manufacturers at health-food stores.
THE GREEN GARDEN
Since green and gardening seem to go together, it is only natural that there are a great number of gardening-related ecofriendly gifts on the market.
Pests are a big concern in any yard, but poisons and pesticides are extremely undesirable in the eyes of most greenies. What’s a green gardener to do? It seems that
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