Back-to-school is synonymous with pens, paper, books, new clothing and a return to the regimented days of classes and extracurricular activities. Whether you’re the one looking forward to returning to the classroom or you’re busy getting the little ones ready for the...
Your Playlist Gets a Green Makeover
Music has come a long way in the last few decades.In the 80’s and 90’s musicians—and millions of their fans--were more concerned with excess than recycling. These days we know better and thankfully so do many eco-friendly musicians. These artists have realized that...
How to Get Back To Your Routine After Summer
Although the warm weather may continue for a few more weeks, September marks the unofficial end of summer and a return to normal routine. School, approaching holidays, and increased hours at work can be jolting to throw yourself into after a relaxing summer break from...
How To Design a Modern Eco Bathroom
We spend the equivalent of almost two years in the bathroom over the course of a lifetime, according to Encyclopedia.com. The bathroom has long been considered a refuge from hectic schedules, a place to get away from everyone and be alone for a moment of peace. For...
Fresh, Dried, and Frozen: How to Use Herbs
Basil, mint and thyme are just a few of the herbs that grow fast and furious in a windowsill garden. Easy to plant and even easier to add to recipes, herbs can be eaten fresh or dried, and frozen in between. Fresh herbs add a burst of flavor to cooked dishes, salads...
5 Ways to Reuse Paper Coffee Cups
It’s a fact, the majority of us love coffee. It’s the potion that gets us up in the morning and keeps us going throughout the day. One of the great things about living and working in New York City is the constant availability of coffee everywhere we go. Coffee stands,...
How to speed clean your home
If you have 30 minutes a day, you can speed clean your home during the week and leave your weekends free for fun activities or just relaxing. Leave the deep cleaning to the professionals, or set aside one day a month to get down and dirty. Keep all cleaning products,...
10 Creative Ways to Clean with Vinegar
Chances are there is a super hero in your house at this very moment. Vinegar, disguised as a common ingredient, is actually a super hero with the ability to promote good health, clean your house and even deodorize smelly spaces. We make good use of vinegar in our...
Ocean Safe Lifestyle Tips
To the millions of people that flock to the shore year-round, the ecotourism industry has this message: Take nothing but pictures, leave nothing but footprints. There are few sights more calming and beautiful than standing on the shore looking out over an expanse of...
Top 10 Eco-Friendly Summer Activities for Kids
Our children are such a joy; their laughter, their enthusiasm, their never ending need to be entertained... Summer vacation can veer closer to exhausting than exhilarating if we start out unprepared, especially when it comes to keeping the whole family entertained....
Natural Hair Care Tames Frizzy Summer Hair
If you’re anything like me, you love the summer, but hate your summer hair. Humidity, high temperatures and extra time outdoors conspire to create frizzy unmanageable locks. Instead of reaching for chemical-laden hair care products that get the job done at the expense...
Ecospirit Natural Cleaning Products: Our Development Story
It’s important to consider how we can develop a green lifestyle to support a healthy planet, but keep in mind that one of the most important environments to preserve is our home. If you, like most consumers, buy commercial glass cleaners, oven cleaners and detergents...
Eco-Friendly Beaches: And How to Keep Them That Way
A pristine beach is a thing of beauty, practically begging you to relax under an umbrella with nothing more on your mind than the plot of the latest bestseller. Imagine how disappointing it would be to arrive, beach blanket in tow, only to stumble onto miles of dirty...
Shopping for Eco Swimwear Just Got Easier
There was a time when the only swimsuits with a conscience were the kind that made you look good, even in the unforgiving fluorescent of the dressing room; but, now swimwear designers are catching up to the eco-fashion trend and offering consumers a range of...
Eco-Friendly Sun Block Proven to Be Safer Than Chemical Sunscreen
Getting a little sunshine --just 10 to 20 minutes a day -- helps our bodies generate much-needed Vitamin D, but as everyone knows, too much sun exposure can cause sunburn and lead to premature aging and skin cancer. What Causes Sunburn? Sunburn is caused by...
Hold a Red, White, Blue, and Green 4th of July Party
As a kid the 4th of July holiday meant parties, fireworks and spending the day celebrating with friends. Who am I kidding? It still does! The only thing that’s changed from my giddy childhood celebrations is my desire to make sure green is always included with my red,...
Recycled Patio Furniture
Is there anything better than spending the sun-drenched summer days lounging outside on the patio? We love getting outside, but after a summer spent under wraps we have to admit that our patio furniture has seen better days. There’s never been a better time to replace...
Cleaning with Lemon: 10 Surprising Ways to Make Your Home Sparkle
They taste sour on their own, but add delicious zest to sweet and savory dishes and drinks; their cheerful color & scent has been known to brighten up a dull room; and the sheer versatility they bring to health, beauty, cleaning, and cooking is practically...
Creative Uses for Yard Waste
An outdoor space is a continuous source of joy and effort, but when you come across a creative use for yard waste it can be such an occasion for celebration! Especially at this transitional time of year when keeping up with landscaping feels like a full time job. You...
Do You Know Everything You Should About Phosphates?
Beginning July 1, 2013, commercial establishments in New York will no longer be allowed to use detergents containing phosphates. The Dishwasher Detergent and Nutrient Runoff Law has been in effect for homeowners since 2010 so we’ve all gotten used to seeing...