Green Goo Blog

Embracing our natural beauty goes beyond the makeup, lotions and moisturizers we purchase. The movement encompasses everything which comes in contact with our skin and body, including deodorants and antiperspirants. The vast majority of Americans apply deodorant on a daily basis without ever considering its ingredients or the long-term effects of its use. Deodorant remains the most effective way to control body odor, which is an extension of the human body’s natural process of perspiring. Perspiring (or sweating) is an essential function, as it naturally regulates the body’s temperature and effectually removes toxins. This natural detoxification process is important for controlling what remains inside the body. Perspiration causes bacteria to grow and these bacteria break down in hot, humid areas of the body—such as armpits. This bacterial fermentation results in body odor. Deodorants and antiperspirants work by closing or clogging lands and preventing the natural release of per...

Pets are an integral part of the lives of billions of people across the globe.Recent research indicates that nearly 70% of Americans own at least one pet and, of these, 90% consider their animal to be a member of the family. In the US, pet ownership has more than tripled over the past 50 years.  Dogs, cats, birds, snakes and other pets provide their owners with tremendous amounts of affection, unconditional love, companionship and friendship. Because pets are entirely dependent upon humans, it is our responsibility to ensure their health and safety. One way to show loyal and lovable pets we care is to purchase natural, organic and non-toxic products like lotion for dogs , cats and others. Natural pet products provide many benefits, including: •    Improved overall health •    Safer and faster healing of wounds and injuries •    Increased lifespan •    Safe for humans who administer the products In addition to bein...

According to Christopher Ingraham of The Washington Post, “Mosquitoes may be the absolute worst organism inhabiting Earth today.” Aside from the annoyance and aggravation that billions of itchy bites bring, mosquitoes carry a number of terrible diseases that annually kill hundreds of thousands of people across the globe. Humans have sprays and other defenses to battle dangerous mosquitoes, but these insects can be just as problematic for our defenseless pets, especially dogs. Dogs love to be outdoors, particularly when the weather is nice. Since we cannot lock our four-legged friends indoors during an entire mosquito-season, we must take steps to minimize exposure to bites and the potentially deadly diseases they transmit. • Eliminate Stagnant Water Similar to humans, mosquitoes require water to live. Reducing access to water can prevent adult mosquitoes from breeding and producing even more of the pests. In addition to standing water in yards, birdbaths and other common areas, co...

Tattoos date back to the 1700s and, over the past few decades, most stigmas that were previously associated with the tattoo culture have disappeared. What had historically been a form of artistic expression for males only—particularly in the military—became a mainstream phenomenon. Today, tattoos can be seen everywhere and their popularity continues to explode.  Tattoos generally fall into three categories. Symbolic tattoos carry some special, often private, meaning to the wearer. To a general onlooker, the tattoo may not mean or represent anything but it nonetheless often holds important and personal meaning. Decorative tattoos are purely for decoration but do not have significant personal meaning. Examples of decorative tattoos include solid bands, scrollwork and beading. Overwhelmingly, the most popular category is pictorial tattoos—a depiction of a specific image or person. Pictorial tattoos can be absolutely anything…a turtle, a car, a superhero, an actual person, a dat...

Pets are irreplaceable family members, constant sources of loyal companionship and unconditional love for you and your family. This love must be rewarded with a safe home, balanced diet and proper care. Comprehensive care is one of the most critical responsibilities that comes along with pet ownership and owners must pay close attention to the needs and health of their canine companions. Fortunately, a wide array of diverse pet care products is now available including lotion for dogs , which keep them happy, active and healthy. Caring for pets requires patience and involves, among other tasks, feeding them carefully and keeping them properly groomed. Total care includes regular bathing, checking paws, trimming nails, cleaning teeth, a commitment to timely check-ups with a veterinarian and other actions. Owners should remain knowledgeable about different health care options available for their pets so that, if necessary, they are able to make educated decisions regarding care an...

Tattooing is one of the oldest and most recognized forms of self-expression. It has been an enduring tradition in cultures dating back to Neolithic times, with the earliest direct evidence coming from around 4900 BC. People get “inked” for many personal reasons such as to pay tribute, to remember events, struggles or other people, to express creativity, to spread a particular belief or message, because of a love for art or simply for self-expression. Whatever the reason, it is imperative that aftercare procedures are strictly followed in order to protect the skin from bacterial infections and inflammation. After getting a tattoo, it takes approximately 2 to 3 weeks for the skin to heal completely (though it may appear slightly shiny and scaly for several more weeks). The skin around a new tattoo often remains extremely sensitive and the recipient will notice a significant reduction in pain threshold during this period. The systems in his or her body treat the tattoo as an injury s...

You have finally got the tattoo after spending weeks to find that one perfect tattoo design and an experienced tattoo artist. But, getting your tattoo doesn’t bring an end to the journey as taking care of tattoo is by far the most important aspect of this process. You have to be very careful as this wonderful looking tattoo is still an open wound and if you don’t take care of your tattoo properly, it may lead to an infection. Though your tattoo studio will offer an aftercare tattoo service you still need to use effective tattoo care products and instructions to make your tattoo look great and feel great. From cleaning your tattoo to protecting it from sun exposure, there are several things you can do to keep it looking great. There are also plenty of tattoo care products available in the market, which you can use after consulting with your skin specialist. For an instance, you can wash your tattoo with an herbal tattoo care gel and apply an herbal tattoo lotion for heal...