Organic Spa Magazine

As plant oils go, do you have an opinion on hemp seed oil?

The diversity of the herb just might surprise you

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As an avid yoga practitioner, I’m a long-time fan of China-Gel for the occasional muscle ache. It’s been brought to my attention that there are some not-so-natural ingredients in China-Gel. Can you comment? And do you know of an organic alternative?

From an at-home essential mix to hydrotherapy to massage, there’s a wonderful remedy to relieve your aches and pains.

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When I pass by my boyfriend’s running shoes they literally knock me over. I had to ask him to store them out in the laundry room, but now I can barely make it through the weekly wash loads without being overwhelmed. There must be some natural way to get the odor under control. Please send help—or a gas mask soon! -Overcome by Odor in New York

Simple and chemical-free ways to kick killer foot odor!

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Could you explain the difference between organic and biodynamic? I see biodynamic being used in skin care products as well as wine, and some claim it’s better than organic.

A glimpse into the mystical world that lies beyond organic, and what it really means

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Dear Ms. Green Clean, I can’t wait to get my spring clothes out and put away the heavy sweaters, coats, and blankets. In the past, I have used moth balls to protect my wool items from pests, but I don’t know if they are safe. Can you enlighten me on what you would use? —Spring Fever in Denver

I can’t wait to get my spring clothes out and put away the heavy sweaters, coats, and blankets. In the past, I have used moth balls to protect my wool items from pests, but I don’t know if they are safe. Can you enlighten me on what you would use?

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What’s the best organic approach to dental care? It seems like many dental products have harsh detergents, alcohol, artificial sweeteners, and synthetic fragrances, colors or preservatives.

What’s the best organic approach to dental care? It seems like many dental products have harsh detergents, alcohol, artificial sweeteners, and worse!

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Dear Ms. Green Clean, We are traveling to visit my parents, and I am concerned because they routinely have flea issues because of their four dogs that are outside much of the day and inside on carpets, couch, and beds in the evening. I love my parents, but don’t want to bring fleas home to our house and cat, not to mention the flea bites my children leave with from playing with the dogs on the floor. Any advice? —Flea Bitten in Kansas

Dear Ms. Green Clean, We are traveling to visit my parents, and I am concerned because they routinely have flea issues because of their four dogs that are outside much of the day and inside on carpets, couch, and beds in the evening. I love my parents, but don’t want to bring fleas home to our house and cat, not to mention the flea bites my children leave with from playing with the dogs on the floor. Any advice? —Flea Bitten in Kansas

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While fall cleaning at home I decided to take down the decorative knickknacks above my cabinets, which looked dusty even from my eye level. I pulled out my ladder and climbed up to take everything down. The amount of dirt and dust up there was amazing! How do I keep that area clean and avoid the weekly dusting? -Dusty in Denver

I took down the decorative knickknacks above my cabinets. The amount of dirt and dust up there was amazing! How do I keep that area clean?

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My dear friend is getting married in the spring and I’d like to give her a “big love” gift basket—all organic, of course! Your thoughts?

My dear friend is getting married in the spring and I’d like to give her a “big love” gift basket—all organic, of course! Your thoughts?

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Dear Ms. Green Clean, The gym I work out at has the standard spray disinfectants for use near each machine. I’m sure these are loaded with chemicals, but not using them worries me, too. How can I protect myself from germs, but not create more health issues by using toxic sprays? —Gym Rat in San Francisco

How can I protect myself from germs at the gym, but not create more health issues by using those toxic sprays?

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I visited a spa where they practice Ayurveda. The esthetician told me I had “Vata” or dry skin, and her treatment was based on this. I was quite pleased with the result. Have you heard of this, and is it organic?

I visited a spa where they practice Ayurveda. The esthetician told me I had “Vata” or dry skin, and her treatment was based on this.Have you heard of this, and is it organic?

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I'm using a body lotion with sea buckthorn berry oil in it. I really like the results so far. Can you tell me more about this ingredient?

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