The Best Organic & Natural Mattress Brands For a Non-Toxic Bedroom
The average human is supposed to sleep 8 hours a day—that’s 33% of your life spent on a mattress, with your face and body smooshed up against it. You might be surprised to learn that toxic chemicals are lurking in mat
23+ Best Natural Face Washes (Based on Ingredients!)
When you were a child, you might have been told to wash your face with soap and water. While that may have been common back then, today’s skincare wisdom says that this is actually a bad idea. Regular soaps—whether th
The 8 Best Eco-Friendly Reusable Chopsticks
Although disposable chopsticks are used globally, China is far and away the biggest producer and the biggest consumer. There is some debate over the number of disposable chopsticks used and how many trees their production des
The 7 Best Eco-Friendly & Zero-Waste Razors For a Conscious Shave
Life is full of little sustainability swaps we can make—and a surprising number of them are in the bathroom. One lifetime change you can make is to invest in a safety razor, and stop using disposable razors for good. The Pr
Is Lush Guilty of Greenwashing? We Took a Closer Look
Lush’s image is one of a natural, eco-friendly, and conscious brand, with millions of fans around the world. But are they truly as clean and eco-friendly as they seem? Lush is a brand with a rabid following of fans acro
The Best Organic & Natural Lip Balms, Based on Their Ingredients
When it comes to lip balms, there are a surprising number of iffy ingredients. We took a deep look into 20+ organic and natural lip balms, and rated them based on their ingredients. When making the switch to clean skincare, l
Why We Don’t Recommend Chemical Sunscreens: Their Effect On Our Bodies & Oceans
Sunscreen is a crucial part of staying safe in the summer. A single sunburn can increase the risk of skin cancer, and just 10 minutes in the sun can be enough to cause a sunburn in the summer months. If you go to your local s
The Truth About Preservatives In Cosmetics (Including Clean Beauty)
At Better Goods, we’re all about clean beauty and personal care without harmful chemicals. But our stance is that preservatives are a crucial ingredient in personal care products. Preservatives are a very controversial
Is Arbonne Greenwashing? Let’s Take a Closer Look
Arbonne heavily promotes their brand as a clean brand. From the packaging, to the marketing messaging, the company creates the image that their brand is pure, safe and natural. But is it true? Let’s take a close look at