Go Green Like Jessica!
Actress Jessica Alba has been making apperances on a few talk shows this
past week. She wasn't promoting a movie, she was promoting something
more important than a movie.
That something: The welfare of her kids and kids everywhere.
More specifically- Ms. Alba is concerned that all of the baby wipes,
hand sanitizers, baby powders and other products that are supposed
to be "good" for your baby acutally contain harmful chemicals,
that can cause serious health problems for you and your baby.
That's why Ms. Alba decided to do something about it- she
started her own line of "green" baby products.
Although we're not sure what types of products will be included in this
line, we want to warn you about a product that's used in millions
of homes daily, and may be putting your and your familys' health at risk,
the product: Air Freshners.
According to research- breathing in the fumes from air freshners over a long
period of time, can increase risks for everything from respiratory problems
to breast cancer. Yes, breast cancer!
So, do you forgo the air freshners and risk a smelly house (bathroom)?
Or do you look below and make your own with the homemade air freshners-
listed below?
Homemade Air Freshners:
1) Vanilla Air Freshner-
Take a jar (clean) that has a lid on it, now take a few cotton balls,
pour some vanilla extract onto the cotton balls. Place the cotton balls
into the jar, close the jar, and puch some holes in the lid.
Use this in a closet, leave it in the bathroom or in a child's room.
Another benefit of vanilla: It'll help stop a craving. Next time you crave
something sweet, take in the scent of a vanilla-soaked cotton ball.
Change the cotton balls after a few days.
2) Stovetop Air Freshner-
Expecting guests in a short time and the house smells funky?
Get out a small saucepan- pour in a 1/2cup of water, and add some
vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger. Let this simmer while you're
waiting for your guests. Or try the Italian medley- add parsley,
basil leaves, oregano and some marjoram to a 1/2 cup of water.
One downside to this Rx- the downside: Your guests may expect
a sweet treat or a bowl of pasta.
Make sure to watch the water- so it doesn't evaporate away.
3) Essential Oils-
Jasmine, Chamomile or Roses can be purchased at health food
stores as essential oils. Buy some and place on your light bulbs.
Light bulbs in the bedroom , living room and bathroom. When the
bulbs heat up, the scent will permeate the room.
4) Homemade Spray-
Giving up air freshners will be difficult for some of you, but here's
a suitable replacement...Combine 1/8 cup baking soda with 2 cups
water, place in a spray bottle. Add 10 drops of one or all of the essential
oils mentioned in tip no. 3. Close up the btl. and shake vigorously.
Spray this mixture after using the bathroom or after cooking
fish and/or onions.
That's It- A how-to guide on making your own homemade air
freshners. And if you're a new Mom, check out Jessica Alba's
new line of "green" baby products. Or save your money and
make your own.
Good Luck!
JGib~~
RedCarpetRxs!
Actress Jessica Alba has been making apperances on a few talk shows this
past week. She wasn't promoting a movie, she was promoting something
more important than a movie.
That something: The welfare of her kids and kids everywhere.
More specifically- Ms. Alba is concerned that all of the baby wipes,
hand sanitizers, baby powders and other products that are supposed
to be "good" for your baby acutally contain harmful chemicals,
that can cause serious health problems for you and your baby.
That's why Ms. Alba decided to do something about it- she
started her own line of "green" baby products.
Although we're not sure what types of products will be included in this
line, we want to warn you about a product that's used in millions
of homes daily, and may be putting your and your familys' health at risk,
the product: Air Freshners.
According to research- breathing in the fumes from air freshners over a long
period of time, can increase risks for everything from respiratory problems
to breast cancer. Yes, breast cancer!
So, do you forgo the air freshners and risk a smelly house (bathroom)?
Or do you look below and make your own with the homemade air freshners-
listed below?
Homemade Air Freshners:
1) Vanilla Air Freshner-
Take a jar (clean) that has a lid on it, now take a few cotton balls,
pour some vanilla extract onto the cotton balls. Place the cotton balls
into the jar, close the jar, and puch some holes in the lid.
Use this in a closet, leave it in the bathroom or in a child's room.
Another benefit of vanilla: It'll help stop a craving. Next time you crave
something sweet, take in the scent of a vanilla-soaked cotton ball.
Change the cotton balls after a few days.
2) Stovetop Air Freshner-
Expecting guests in a short time and the house smells funky?
Get out a small saucepan- pour in a 1/2cup of water, and add some
vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger. Let this simmer while you're
waiting for your guests. Or try the Italian medley- add parsley,
basil leaves, oregano and some marjoram to a 1/2 cup of water.
One downside to this Rx- the downside: Your guests may expect
a sweet treat or a bowl of pasta.
Make sure to watch the water- so it doesn't evaporate away.
3) Essential Oils-
Jasmine, Chamomile or Roses can be purchased at health food
stores as essential oils. Buy some and place on your light bulbs.
Light bulbs in the bedroom , living room and bathroom. When the
bulbs heat up, the scent will permeate the room.
4) Homemade Spray-
Giving up air freshners will be difficult for some of you, but here's
a suitable replacement...Combine 1/8 cup baking soda with 2 cups
water, place in a spray bottle. Add 10 drops of one or all of the essential
oils mentioned in tip no. 3. Close up the btl. and shake vigorously.
Spray this mixture after using the bathroom or after cooking
fish and/or onions.
That's It- A how-to guide on making your own homemade air
freshners. And if you're a new Mom, check out Jessica Alba's
new line of "green" baby products. Or save your money and
make your own.
Good Luck!
JGib~~
RedCarpetRxs!
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