California Targets Food Chemicals: Landmark Bill Bans Five Toxins
California may become the first state to ban five harmful chemicals commonly found in candy, cereals, and other processed foods. The California Assembly’s Committee on Health has approved a bill, A.B. 418, introduced by
Proposed California Bill Could Lead to National Ban on Harmful Food Additives
SACRAMENTO, Calif. – California Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel recently introduced a bill to protect us from toxins in our foods that could become the first of its kind in the nation. Assembly Bill 418 aims to ban five toxic
Meet The Winners of The Better Goods Awards 2022
Welcome to the Better Goods Awards, where we honor the cleanest and safest products in the world of beauty and wellness. This year, we have searched far and wide to find the best products in every category, from skincare to h
We Found The Safest Cleaning Products (In All Categories)
If you’re like most of us, your home has at least a few cleaning products. They’re an essential item: from surface cleaners to dish soaps and toilet cleaners, they’re indispensable—and often filled with to
Is Pretty Litter Safe? The Surprising Answer is No
We investigated Pretty Litter to uncover the answer to the question we’ve had several readers reach out about: is Pretty Litter safe? Pretty Litter is a popular direct-to-consumer subscription delivery litter brand foun
The Best Eco-Friendly & Biodegradable Cat Litters Analyzed
When making the change to a more sustainable lifestyle, your cat’s litter box is one of the easiest places to start. Not only is traditional clay cat litter terrible for the environment, but it’s also not great fo
We Found The Best Non-Toxic Candles For a Safer Home
Everyone loves a lovely scented candle. They mask odors, add ambience and make any room feel cozier. But, did you know that most candles on the market are full of toxic chemicals? These chemicals can cause headaches, skin irr
Banana Boat Scalp Sunscreen Recalled Due to Benzene Contamination
Edgewell Personal Care Company, owners of the Banan Boat brand of sunscreens, have issued a voluntary recall of their Banana Boat Hair & Scalp Spray SPF 30. The press release, posted on the company’s official websit
The Best Organic Tampons (16+ Brands Ranked!)
Over the past two weeks, we looked into the leading tampon brands, reached out to the brands about the materials used, and rated them based on safety and eco-friendliness. Want to jump directly to our recommendations? Click h
Are Bath & Body Works Candles Toxic? We Analyzed Their Ingredients
If you’ve ever been at the mall and walked past a Bath & Body Works store, you’ve probably caught a whiff of the overpowering fragrance scent wafting out. Bath & Body Works has built an empire on its range
Is Batiste Dry Shampoo Safe? The Answer is No: Here’s Why
In December of 2021, Proctor & Gamble (P&G) announced a voluntary recall of over 30 dry shampoos from their product lineup. This recall included dry shampoos from Pantene, Aussie, Herbal Essences, Waterless, Hair Food
Is Kiehl’s a Clean & Sustainable Brand?
Kiehl’s is an American cosmetics brand founded in 1851 as a single pharmacy in New York City’s East Village by John Kiehl. The original Kiehl’s location—which still exists—was known for its natural and e