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TGF Rated Review: Organic Children sticky hand sanitiser by Green People

Brenda — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 11:00:19 +0000

What Is It

Organic Children sticky hand sanitiser by Green People Organic Lifestyle

Who Is Reviewing It

Me Claire and my 2 boys aged 8 & 4

Set Up

Comes in a 100ml plastic bottle with pump top

In Use

We all really liked this sanitiser with its foam anti-bacterial leaves sticky fingers and faces germ free and clean. My boys especially liked the citrus fragrance and the foam! The labelling on the bottle give clear instructions and the product is also suitable for cleaning high chairs and toys with a cloth and is 96% certified organic.

Any Negatives

None

Price and Availability

Available from Green People for £7.45 for 100 mls.

TGF Rating

5/5

TGF Rated Review: Green People’s Organic Children

erica — Thu, 15 Sep 2011 20:06:48 +0000

What is it? Children’s Bath & Shower Citrus & Aloe Vera – A product from Green People’s Organic Children range.

Who is reviewing it? I’ve used it when bathing my son. He’s given his opinion too.

Set Up It’s a natural body wash is made without SLS/SLES, parabens, phthalates and artificial fragrances. Ingredients include aloe vera, ylang ylang and mandarin oils.

In Use It’s really easy to use. It comes in a squeezy tube, so no glass bottles to break and it’s easy to get it all out. The gel has a lovely and fresh scent, plus you can definitely smell the oranges. My son’s skin was dried out after use; his skin felt soft and he smelled citrusy.

Any Negatives None

Price and Availability It’s available from Green People for £7.75 for 200ml.

Overall It’s a great shower and bath gel for children and I wouldn’t hesitate to use it in the future.

Rating 5/5

The New First Organic Certified Toothpaste from Green People

Hannah B — Thu, 18 Aug 2011 07:52:41 +0000

Green People are delighted to announce the arrival of their first Certified Organic toothpaste. Already pioneering to provide toothpastes free from the chemical nasties and irritants found in most mainstream pastes, Green People have re-formulated their toothpastes to bring you NEW EcoCert approved products.

What makes this toothpaste even better is that it does not contain any Sodium Lauryl Sulphate, which is usually found in most high street toothpastes and is a known irritant. Not just to the skin when used in body care products but studies on SLS have shown it can irritate the mouth when used in toothpastes, including triggering mouth ulcers in some individuals.

Green People use a blend of natural Calcium carbonate to gently clean and remove plaque, whilst natural formulations of organic essential oils Vitamin C and Myrrh combat gum disease. Aloe Vera is added for its soothing effect on tender gums, helping to reduce swelling and also for its powerful antiseptic properties.

Organic Babies offers two great flavours in their EcoCert Certified range, Spearmint for a conventional fresh taste and Mandarin a sweeter option, perfect for kids who need extra encouragement! Both brilliantly priced at just £3.50 for 50ml. For more information on how to purchase your organic certified toothpaste click here!

An Organic Alternative for World Breast Feeding Week

Hannah B — Thu, 04 Aug 2011 16:00:55 +0000

World Breastfeeding Week takes place from the 1^st – 7^th August and promotes the natural goodness of breast milk. Green people have found the perfect natural and certified organic solution to sore and cracked nipples, which is a common factor when breastfeeding. Baby Salve is a dry skin wonder, with it being suitable for eczema sufferers, babies prone to nappy rash and cradle cap. This skin hero is also a soothing and water resistant nipple cream, highly nourishing with Omega – 3&6 fatty acids.

This Certified Organic salve is made with 96% organic ingredients including Hemp and Calendula to help reduce inflammation and soreness of the skin which are good enough to eat! Baby Salve is 100% safe to be digested by a baby during breastfeeding, containing no chemicals or artificial ingredients. This wonder cream has been recommended by Midwives and Mums and winner of ‘Best Eco Friendly Breast Treatment 2011’ in the recent TIPS awards!

Charlotte Vøhtz, Founder of Green People says, “I formulated the baby range as a result of my daughter Sandra’s eczema and severe skin allergies. Babies and children are far more sensitive to their surroundings than adults. Even tiny amounts of synthetic ingredients in lotions, creams, shampoos and other skin preparations can spark off allergic reactions. I believe that only the best is good enough for our young ones.”

Fairtrade baby skincare

erica — Tue, 15 Feb 2011 11:00:22 +0000

It’s Fairtrade Fortnight from 28 February to 13 March, so it seemed good timing to look at some fairtrade baby skincare.

Soothing Baby Salve is 97% organic and is rich in Omega 3 & 6 fatty acids which are essential for healthy skin. It’s great for nappy rash and designed to provide quick relief for baby’s sensitive skin. The Baby Salve is water-resistant so it’s ideal for use on skin that is often gets damp. As well as been certified organic by the Soil Association, it’s also made from fairtrade certified (Fairtrade Foundation) shea butter. Also, in the formulation are hemp, calendula and lavender to help reduce inflammation and soreness of the skin. It’s priced at £9.70 for a 100ml tube, with 7ml and 30ml changebag friendly sizes also available.

The Nappy Cream Baby Balm is 98% organic. It’s suitable for babies with nappy rash, and those particularly prone to eczema. Sore bottoms are eased away by the healing affects of zinc oxide, fairtrade certified shea butter(shea butter is packed with natural vitamins and an excellent natural anti-inflammatory and anti-irritant), hemp(a rich source of essential fatty acids), calendula and chamomile. Nappy Cream Baby Balm works to restore irritated areas whilst increasing the skin’s natural moisture retention capacity. Beeswax provides a natural barrier repelling water from the skin to keep baby’s bottom soft and dry, allowing it time to heal. It’s priced at £9.45 for a 40ml tub.

Organic Baby Slogan Vests

erica — Thu, 10 Feb 2011 16:00:43 +0000

Green People have a fun range of slogan baby vests made from organic cotton, so you can be cheeky and save the planet at the same time!

I thought this one would be perfect for a day when dad’s in charge of nappy changing. It’s a long sleeved baby vest, so perfect for a winter baby or for layering, and it’s made from fairly traded, high quality, heavy weight 100% organic cotton. The print on the front of the garments is produced without using nasty chemical dyes. As you’d expect the poppers are nickel free and the vests have soft seams and care labels inside for comfort. There’s a range of slogans to choose from including my favourite ‘nappy loading’ and ‘I only cry at ugly people’. It’s available in size 0-6 months and costs £12.99.

Each slogan vest is gift wrapped in a fun Spoilt Rotten Milk Carton. The cartons are custom made and are designed to keep your gift individual. The cartons can be used as a keepsake with a reuseable lid.

Vegan Skincare

Brenda — Thu, 06 Jan 2011 08:00:24 +0000

Maybe one of your New Year resolutions for 2011 was to turn Vegan? If it was then here are some suggestions of Vegan Skincare products that are available to you.

Essential Woman with Frangipani – Available from Live Native, it costs £12.99 plus p&p for 15ml.

Purifying Cleansing Lotion – Available from Faith in Nature, it costs £4.68 for 150ml.

Gentle Cleanse – Available from Green People, it costs £15.50 for 200ml.

Vitamin E Face Oil (Rose) – Available from Daisy Diva, it costs £5.99.

Raw Chocolate Face Pack – Available from Raw Gaia, it costs £10.99 for 50g.

If you have a particular favourite then drop us a line in the comment box below and share it with us.

Top 5 Natural Face Washes

Brenda — Thu, 19 Aug 2010 08:00:15 +0000

We have had a look for our top 5 natural face washes. Have a look and check them out. If you use something else, please take the time to share it with our TGF readers.

Yes to Tomato Facial Wash – Available from Big Green Smile. Price is £8.99 for 100ml. It purifies and balances the skin. It is suitable for oily to combination skin. It combines organic tomatoes watermelon, rosemary and Dead Sea minerals.
Foaming face Wash – Available from Green People. Price is £9.99 for 100ml.
Natural Antibacterial Foaming Face Wash – Available from Handmade Naturals. Price is £6.65 for 200ml.
Natural Herbal Facial Cleanser – Available from Aubrey Organics. Price is £6.99 for 118ml.
Bulldog Original Face Wash – Available from Skin Nutrition. Price is £4.49 for 175ml.

Natural Toothpaste Round Up

Brenda — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 11:00:22 +0000

Here we round up our favourites in natural toothpaste.

Tom’s of Main Tartar Control Plus Whitening Toothpaste – available from Big Green Smile. Tom’s of Maine Natural Antiplaque Tartar Control & Whitening Toothpaste in spearmint flavour, helps to remove plaque, control tartar buildup, and gently whiten for a clean, healthy-feeling mouth. Xylitol, a natural ingredient derived from birch trees, helps to remove plaque and prevent plaque buildup, while zinc citrate, a naturally occurring mineral, interferes with the calcification of plaque into tartar. The silica cleans and whitens teeth, removing stains without harsh abrasion that can damage enamel. Suitable for vegans and Gluten free. Price is £3.20 for 85ml.

Swanson Whitening Natural Toothpaste – available from Amazon for £4.42.

Organic Minty Cool Toothpaste – available from Green People for £3.50 for 50ml.

Ayurdent Ayurvedic Toothpaste – available from Suvarna for £6.55.

Riddells Creek Mint Toothpaste – available from mypure for £3.99 for 100g.

Top 10 Eco Father’s Day Gift Ideas

Brenda — Thu, 03 Jun 2010 16:00:03 +0000

With Father’s Day just around the corner, here are some eco gift ideas you might want to think about when buying your dad a pressie this year.

Eco Cup, read our review of the eco cup by Sue. Available from Ethical Superstore for £9.95.
Daddy Cool, a gorgeous gift set any daddy would love. Available from Green People for £45 was £63.88.
Fair Trade Leather Journal, this would look great on a work desk. Available from Not on The High Street with prices starting from £8.
Hazel Tree Gift, a gift for life for the keen gardener. Available from Tree 2 My Door for £24.50.
The Jimi Wallet, a funky looking inexpensive gift for dads. Available from Love Eco for £6.
Recycled Sol Glasses 2 pack, ideal if your dad is a Sol drinker. Available from Eco Green Store for £11.
Herbal Man Box, perfect if your dad likes smellies. Available from Eco Centric for £19.99.
Recycled Circuit Board Cuff Links, a bit of a talking point for the cuffs. Available from My Eco Store for £20.97.
Solar LED Key Ring, a cool gadget to attach to your keys. Available from My Eco Biz for £5.49.
Solar Powered Bluetooth Handsfree Car Kit, great eco gift. Available from Select Solar for £40.86.

If you can think of others and would like to share them, feel free to get in touch with us.