It is no secret that our production and over-reliance on plastic is responsible for many of the environmental issues we face. In fact, a new study found that the production and release of plastics, pesticides and other pollutants is happening at such a rapid and large...
Looking through my vanity, I find two or three lipsticks in similar shades, and two almost identical nude eyeshadow palettes – all barely used. Why do I have all this makeup? By now, we’re all too familiar with fast fashion. Multiple trends, new collections driving...
Combining his knowledge of chemistry with his passion for sustainability, Dr. Brian Watson created Ash & Mill to honour South Africa’s rich biodiversity. The name ‘Ash & Mill’ is inspired by the history and chemistry behind soap making. During the 19th...
The heat of the summer is here and we need to get our sun protection on. Sunscreen is a skincare necessity for protecting against sun-related damage. Especially in the summer, our skin is most susceptible to skin cancer caused by UV rays from the sun. With the...
The more we learn about the chemical and plastic content of our cosmetics, and try to eliminate problem plastics, the more we are interested in clean and green products. While there may be zero-waste food stores cropping up around the country, we still buy most of our...