By Tinéa Williams
April 22, 2010 marks the 40th anniversary of Earth Day. Earth Day was born in 1970 and ushered in the era of modern environmentalism on a grand scale. Today we live in a place where ‘going green’ is a fad for some and a lifestyle for others. Saving the planet and reducing our carbon foot-print is quickly becoming a large part of the beauty industry.
With Earth Day quickly approaching retailers across the nation (and world) are doing their part to offer or highlight an earth friendly option. Some retailers are just getting revved-up in their eco-pursuits; while others are expanding their passion for green beauty well beyond the borders of Earth Day. This Earth Day do something good for the planet and treat yourself to some environmentally conscious pampering. Here are some shining stars to consider in order for you to love your body and love the earth too!
www.lushusa.com
LUSH Fresh Handmade Cosmetics: NAKED 6 unpackaged products for $20. Love your skin with a Solid Facial Soap, Toner Tab, Sexy Peel Body Soap, Buffy Solid Body Butter and Therapy Solid Massage Bar. These are natural, vegan, preservative free products that you take home in a 100% biodegradable bundle! www.lushusa.com.
On Going Green: 70% of all LUSH products are unpackaged – so less waste to throw away and less energy to transport.
www.aveda.com
Aveda: Cut-Athon for $25. Love your hair by participating in an Aveda Cut-Athon. Aveda boutiques around the country have partnered with their salon counterparts to raise money for the Global Green Grant Fund www.greengrants.org. Get a great cut or color and your $25 donation goes to help providing clean drinking water around the world. Aveda uses the whole month (sometimes 2) to raise money for their non-profit global partners. Visit an Aveda salon or store for details. www.aveda.com
On Going Green: Aveda has become the first beauty company to use 100% wind manufacturing!
www.lululemon.com
Lululemon Athletica: Love your body inside and out by experiencing a new yoga class or run club event for free! Yes, I said it free. Lululemon doesn’t just sell active wear; but encourages the community to live healthier lifestyles by offering complimentary yoga classes and athletically focused events that benefit Mother Earth and our bodies. Contact your local Lululemon to see what they are offering. www.lululemon.com
On Going Green: Not only does Lululemon use recycled materials for yoga mats and some fabrics, but their charitable giving is a grassroots campaign. Stores are given the freedom to donate and fundraise for organizations that directly impact their local communities.
Photo . www.awarenessdates.com
Allow your passion for beauty to benefit the planet by shopping one of these local retailers. Shine brightly by knowing you are doing something good for the earth and good for yourself!
