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Better Beauty Vermont

Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better~Maya Angelou

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katherinermaclauchlan

As a new mom, I was horrified to learn about the lack of accountability in the personal care and cosmetic industry. Just because something is sold in store doesn't mean it's been tested for safety. In fact, there are ingredients commonly found in products in the US that are banned in the EU because they don't meet safety standards. Some are known carcinogens and endocrine system disruptors. I've partnered with Beautycounter to share what I've learned with others and further the mission of getting safer products in the hands of everyone. Join me on my journey as I #switchtosafer!

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Tomorrow is the Rutland Farmers' Market- I love this time of year in Vermont- access to fresh, local food free of questionable pesticides and ingredients, good people watching, and inspirational small businesses making it happen. One of my favorite spots... Continue Reading →

What if?

First off, WHAT IF your small choices really do make a big difference? WHAT IF every small #switchtosafer you made really did compile and add up (I believe it really does)? WHAT IF the fact that you are being mindful... Continue Reading →

New Beginnings

Life as a new mother working from home is new to me. I'm getting used to it. It's a transition though. I work at least 50 hours a week all winter, so the transition from that to setting my own... Continue Reading →

1938

This is a cosmetics ad from 1938. That's the last time any significant regulation passed and almost 80 years later we still find ourselves with only 30 chemicals restricted from use in personal care and cosmetics. Here's an article that... Continue Reading →

Being You!

It's been a spring of new beginnings. I've spent a lot of time reflecting, doing yoga, playing with my toddler and generally unwinding from a very stressful winter. It's been scary and refreshing at the same time. I know we're... Continue Reading →

FREE eBook Launch!

Hello all! I'm thrilled to announce I've finally finished my first eBook- Five Essential Secrets to Health and Happiness- check it out here: FREE eBook!

Collect Moments

Collect moments, not things. It's my new mantra. It's changing my life. Being a #mompreneur and working from home is an amazing experience, though not without challenges. My work can blend into my family time and vice versa. Throughout all... Continue Reading →

Bee’s Wrap Review

So here's the thing- I've spent a lot of time over the past year cleaning up my beauty routine, working to add more organic and whole foods to the family diet and working on ways to keep myself on my... Continue Reading →

Consistency

Raising a little human is hard work. So many needs, so little time. Don't forget your needs either- you can't do anything if you're not taking care of yourself. Now that summer is here (almost) and we're getting into new... Continue Reading →

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