Eco & ethical living
Why should I choose natural paints? Conventional paints contain up to 50% solvents and volatile organic compunds (VOCs) which are released into the air for years after you applied them. VOCs can cause irritation to eyes, nose and throat, affect the nervous system and damage internal organs. Natural paints are non-toxic so don’t release hazardous […]
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Water is a valuable resource and some have dubbed it the new oil and believe that in future wars will be fought over it. A recent report showed how in the UK people are wasting water unnecessarily. Help conserve this precious resource and be more environmentally-friendly too by collecting rainwater in a water butt and
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Whilst wandering around the internet I came across the great resource which is the Permaculture website. If you’re not sure what permaculture is they describe it as: Permaculture is an innovative framework for creating sustainable ways of living. It is a practical method of developing ecologically harmonious, efficient and productive systems that can be used
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If you suffer from highly reactive or sensitive skin, then Pai Skincare could offer you the perfect solution. They understand the need for gentle, natural ingredients which won’t irritate your skin. Their range uses only the highest grade, plant-based ingredients and includes products developed for various skin problems such as: Anti-redness and hypersensitivity Dry and
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Film clip from BBC’s “Ocean Giants” series showing competitive mating groups of humpback whales filmed by underwater cameraman, Didier Noirot. See my TV & radio guide for details of when the series is being repeated. For facts about humpback whales see MARINElife’s guide.
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Blissfully relaxing and a world way from my city life. I’ve just signed up to StumbleUpon and one of the first things I’ve discovered is this free create your own sound composition inspired by the sounds of nature (see below to make your own soundtrack). This nature sounds player enables you to mix your own
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