The bonus in the box really touched my heart. 
This may Good Being box included a pair of socially responsible earrings from Starfish Project. 
I'm not sure what stones they were, but they looked to me like yellow quartz and they shimmer beautifully in the sun. 
I love that Starfish Project provides a portion of the proceeds to help exploited girls and women experience freedom, gain independence, and develop careers. 

Every step counts!! I have been working on reducing my plastic use; Over the years, I have been researching and learned a lot about plastic pollution impact on oceans; Sea turtles, birds and marine mammals are choking on the plastic we put out there. An article from Clear Water Action mentioned that "plastic waste affected at least 267 marine species, including 43 percent of marine mammal species and 86 percent of sea turtle species." plastic waste has been so damaging to the marine life. We got to do better and every little step count!

WooBamboo is a brand that is working hard to reduce plastic waste in landfills and in the oceans. So, I was so happy to discuss their mission with Ashleigh from their team and try their oral care products. WooBamboo is very transparent about their Eco-friendly claim and how their products help with plastic waste and you can read it all on their website by clicking here. Their packaging is made with renewable plant-based plastic that has soy-based ink & post-consumer waste.

This brand is Eco-friendly and their products work great!

Panda-Friendly Bamboo toothbrush
This toothbrush is so soft on my teeth. It massages my gum without been too harsh on them and make my teeth feel so clean. The toothbrush has a biodegradable brush handle that is made with organically-grown moso bamboo (the bamboo that pandas don't eat). This means WooBamboo cares about how their products impact the original environment, making sure that pandas are not impacting by the bamboo they source. This bamboo brush is also naturally antimicrobial and doesn't destroy panda’s food. They also give you the option to customize your toothbrush. How fun is that! Their bristles are recyclable and made from Dupont Tynex nylon. They also have a kid-friendly option. The Sprouts are made for kids with super soft bristles and small handle for the little one’s hands.  They also have pet friendly oral care products.

One thing to note though is that they use PET plastic in their packaging, meaning that it can be recycled many times over. WooBamboo explains it is about "Sterility. It’s a toothbrush, so you’ll inevitably be putting it in your mouth. The safest way to guarantee these puppies are clean is to deliver them to you sealed in our plastic blister packs." It is clear to me that the company aims at reducing overall use of plastic waste, by appealing to all customers.
Does using plastic defy the purpose in their packaging? Of course, I would prefer having a 100% biodegradable toothbrush; If having plastic allows them to be sold at CVS and have a 1000 more customers use toothbrush that pollute less the environment, then, I am all for it. As I mentioned before every small step matters here! Yey for less toothbrush plastic handle in oceans. 

Biodegradable silk floss
I love the idea of the biodegradable silk floss. Flossing might not seem glam, but it is so important for our teeth's health. I love that they give us a cleaner natural option here. This is the first time I used a silk floss and it is working great. It goes in the smallest space between my teeth, removing every little bit of food left. It is also very strong, so it doesn't break easily like regular dental floss.
This biodegradable silk floss is made with natural, biodegradable silk that is coated with natural wax and packaged in renewable plant-based plastic post-consumer waste finely crafted in Italy. This is a perfect way to do our part in reducing the thousands of miles of plastic in oceans and landfills.
They could improve on the floss container though. I couldn't figure out how to put the floss in the blade area; it has been difficult to slip in the floss through the blade. So, I am keeping the floss in the packaging and cutting it by leaving a small floss thread right under the blade; it is has been working great. 

Yummy Fluoride- free Eco-friendly toothpaste
The toothpaste has this sweet vanilla taste and the mint flavor that is not overpowering and is very refreshing to use. This is not your regular toothpaste that will foam; they remove one of the biggest chemical offender - Triclosan - that is linked to cancer. Also, free of Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS), Artificial Sweeteners, Fluoride, Propylene Glycol, Diethanolamine (DEA), or microbeads, this toothpaste is made with bamboo and green tea extracts. It was quite pleasant to use.

Toothpaste Vanilla Mint INGREDIENTS:
Vegetable Glycerin, Hydrated Silica, Water, Sorbitol, Xylitol, Calcium Carbonate, Diatomaceous Earth, Natural Flavors, Bambusa Vulgaris Leaf/Stem Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Stevia Rebaudiana Extract, Chlorophyllin Copper Complex (natural green color), Xanthan Gum, Sodium Laurel Glutamate, Potassium Sorbate

This is a great brand overall! They will release their mouthwash soon. If you want to shop for this brand and help reduce plastic waste, use code CLEANFRESHBEAUTY20 to save 20% off at check out.

Did you use WooBamboo? What do you think?
Are you trying to go plastic-free? What steps have you taking so far? I would love to know; I am trying to go plastic-free. Let me know.

Hey there, you probably received tons of emails about mother day gifts, giving you all these options about organic and natural beauty products. My email box is full of them. It can be overwhelming to sort through all of these emails. Also, how do you know if these products work?  
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Here my top 10 shopping list for natural and organic beauties for Mother's Day. I tried all these and reviewed them. 

#1: OSMIA ORGANICS | Natural Hydrating Body Oils| Relaxing For Stressful Days! 
 You mom will will be over the moon with body oil. It is a perfect gifts to relax from a stressful day. Made with 11 nourishing and moisturizing oils including organic jojoba oil, this body oil is perfect for dry skin. It leaves my skin so hydrated and leaves me feeling so relaxed after a long day.  Read more here - 

#2 - Maya Chai - The Super Blend - Best Natural Anti-Aging Facial Serum
Gift this skin loving and wrinkle buster facial serum to your mom. I can't say enough about the benefits of this super blend. It is great for any type of skin. I feel like I am having a spa treatment when I use it. From the golden color to the lovely scent, this serum has been an amazing addition to my skin care routine. Read more here - 

#3 -Jane Iredale - PlayOn Lip Crayon
This is a luscious, smooth, and creamy lip crayon that gives a sleek makeup look and you only need to apply one or two layers to rock a glamorous look. I usually don't add any lipstick on top of this lip crayon. It is highly pigmented; there are 7 bold shades; Plenty to find a match to wear for every occasion. Read more -

#4 -One Love Organics Vitamin E Super Moisturizing - Eye Balm
I love love love this eye balm; it is a super hydrating eye treatment for dark circles and dry under eyes.
I apply it over night and I wake up with plump, happy hydrated, and smooth under eyes. This is a thick eye balm that is concentrated; a small amount goes a long way. You just need to apply a small amount for great results. Read more here -

#5 - Modern Minerals lip glosses
These Modern Minerals lip glosses are some of my favorites: they have a wonderful uplifting scent, they are luscious, they apply nicely and smoothly, they deliver these bold colors, and they don't dry your lips. These are not your regular lip glosses; they are infused with Lotus Wei. Modern Minerals say that "They incorporate the emotive properties of gemstone and flower essences to uplift and awaken positivity." Read more -

#6 -Odacité  |Gt +L - Radiance Effect | Natural Youthful Glow Serum Concentrate
The Odacité Gt+L | Radiance Serum Concentrate | combines green Tea and lemongrass to nourish and revive combination and oily skin’s glow. Lemongrass has excellent astringent and toning properties. This serum does not feel oily. This natural facial serum helps with sebum control and helps reduce my pores size. I use this serum as an add-on serum to other skin care products and it works great.  Read more here -

#7 - Aspen Kay Naturals Soaps- 100% Organic Soaps to Gently Clean your Skin
The Aspen Kay Naturals' soaps will be a great addition to your shower routine if you skin have dry and sensitive skin during the winter months. They make their soaps the traditional way with organic oils, shea & coconut butter, and essential oils. And then, they incorporate back glycerin into their soaps. I highly recommend using their | Dead Sea Mud | soap; it is one of my favorites. It draws out and clears away impurities. Read more -

#8 -Kaia Naturals Facial Cleansing Wipes
I read so many positive reviews about these cleansing cloths; I needed to try them and make up my own mind. I was impressed by the packaging but skeptical about how effective these facial cleanser cloths were really. First, these facial clothes are smaller than I expected. I would say 3/4 of regular facial clothes, but I was pleasantly surprised at how good they worked. 💚They don't contain too much oil; just enough to clean your skin. Even though they are not makeup remover clothes, they also completely remove my makeup.

#9 - 100% Pure | Mattifying Primer| and |Super Fruits Healthy Foundation|
Both of this products are some of my favorites natural and vegan cosmetics; they are natural and contain antioxidants and vitamins. They are a great addition to your makeup bag if you are busy and on-the-go. The foundation provide great coverage; I only needed to apply one layer of the foundation this morning. The Mattifying prime also helps so much with my large pores. It makes my skin smooth before I apply the foundation.

#10 - Alima Pure |Natural Definition Mascara|
This mascara gives you flawless looking lashes. It stays on all day long. It goes on smooth and does not smudge or clump. The rubber-bristled wand is key here; I noticed that it separates my lashes easily. This mascara also has a great formula that includes Provitamin B5, Jojoba oil, and natural beeswax to nourish the lashes. My lashes looked healthier over time.