Don’t leave home without them…

Although I’ve never carried an American Express card (anyone else remember those commercials?), I don’t leave home without certain items: hydration, lip balm, sunscreen, and snacks! Throw in a deck of cards and you’re ready for any unexpected delays. Why are these 4 items so important?

Hydration: It’s recommended that you drink enough water to match half your weight, in ounces (120 lbs = 60 oz). But, it’s nearly impossible to do so unless you carry water with you at all times. I’ve tried the stainless steel bottles, while they have great designs, they can’t go in the dishwasher & they’re cumbersome to carry around when their empty. That’s why I love our Vapur bottles. Dishwasher safe(!!), and they collapse for easy transport when empty. Prefer your water ice-cold? Fill & freeze your Vapur the night before and you’ll have icy water all day- makes a great cooler ice pack too! Available in 3 sizes and several colors/designs.

Lip Balm: I’ve never worn much makeup, but I always have something on my lips, usually plain old lip balm. Eco-lips balms are anything but ordinary: no synthetic fragrance, petroleum-free, gluten-free, and 99% certified ingredients. Available in 6 delicious flavors, with or without SPF. Looking for a little more shimmer and color? Try our vegan SpaRitual Lip Gloss.

Sunscreen: I have to admit, unless it’s summertime, I’m not always responsible about wearing sunscreen. As I’m starting to notice more “fine lines” around my eyes, I know it’s time to step up my awareness. With our Eco-Lips FACESTICK there’s no reason for excuses. This convenient lip-balm style tube is portable SPF for your nose, lips, and face. It’s great for kids too because there’s no greasy feel, and it’s easy for them to effectively apply themselves. Toss in your purse, car, backpack, or gym bag and you’ll never be without the all-important sunscreen.

Snacks: No joke, I’m probably worse than my kids when I’m hungry. Ok, that’s a lie, there’s no “probably” about it. I am not a happy camper when I’m hungry (one of the 1000 reasons why I’ll never go on Survivor). Since I definitely feel best eating several times throughout the day, rather than three bigger meals, I try to always carry snacks. Endangered Species Chocolate bars are a great emergency snack. Dark chocolate is packed with beneficial antioxidants, and it’s brain and heart healthy too. Flavonoids and a low glycemic index also help control blood sugar levels- quickly subsiding my “hungry grumpies!” Boost health benefits with almonds and dried cranberries, or choose one of the other 6 flavors.

Daily Green Special: Keep all of these necessities together in our handy organic cotton sack, yours free with a $35 purchase. Just write “snack time” in the checkout notes and we’ll add the free bag to your order. Offer valid until tomorrow’s post. Happy Tuesday!

2 necessities for Spring break…

It’s that time of year again, families are packing up and heading out for SPRING BREAK!  I wish I were one of those families, I could use an escape from this cold and wind.  Poolside or slope-side, though, here are two necessities for your spring break trip.

It’s easy to forget the importance of sunscreen when you’re on the mountain, but (trust me! there’s a story there…) protecting your skin is essential. Even on those cloudy days the reflection off the snow is powerful!

Eco-Lips FACESTICK is convenient SPF 30 protection wherever you go. Easily fits in your coat pocket or pool bag. It glides on like a lip balm so kids don’t complain about a greasy lotion feel.

Of course hydration is important in the heat or the cold. With Vapur “anti-bottles” you can avoid wasteful plastic bottles on your trip. Vapur bottles conveniently roll up when empty, so you can tuck it right inside your pocket or carry-on luggage. Don’t worry- there’s a special “filling station” for you once you get past security! Hitting the slopes or the beach? The handy clip will attach the Vapur right to your pool bag or ski pole!

Spring Break vacation or not, it’s a great time to stock up! All Vapur bottles & FACESTICKS are buy two get one free!

Daily Green Special: You heard correctly! Buy two FACESTICKS get a third for free and/or buy two Vapur Bottles get a third (equal or lesser value) free. Just write SPRING BREAK in the checkout notes and we’ll add the free gifts to your order. Offer valid until tomorrow’s post. Happy Wednesday!

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Holiday travel…

Holiday breaks are almost upon us.

Whether you’re hitting the slopes, or hitting the beach, don’t forget these travel essentials!

Three of our favorites are on super special today!

Eco-Lips Facestick: Sunscreen is a daily necessity, but especially on vacation. Believe me, skiing sunburns are no fun (mine resulted in two black eyes and a face wrapped in ice…but that’s another story!). This SPF 30 stick is convenient in your pocket, beach bag, or purse. Kids seem to squirm less applying Facestick to their nose, ears, cheeks, and lips than trying to apply sunscreen lotion. At today’s special buy 3 get one free price, everyone can have their own!

Vapur Reusable Bottle: I just can’t get over how awesome these truly are! A-they’re made in the US and are BPA-free. B-they’re collapsible. C-they’re perfect for daily use and even better for travel. Flying the friendly skies? Roll it up until you’re past security, then fill at one of the handy airport water bottle filling stations. Traveling by car? Fill and freeze to use as ice packs, then use as water bottles at your destination. Available in 3 sizes (.4L two packs, .5L, and 1L), 7 colors and two special Hawaiian Sunrise & Sunset. Let everyone choose their own colors with today’s buy 3 get one free deal!

Organic Chocolate Squares: If your family is anything mine, a small candy stash is always packed. Amazing how a small piece of chocolate can diffuse a tantrum (usually mine!), or reduce complaints about travel delays. With 5 different organic chocolate bites (milk, dark, dark with mint, dark with cranberry/almonds, bug bites), there’s something for everyone. Buy 3 get one free!

Not traveling anywhere this season (me either)! Take advantage of these great deals for gifts and stocking stuffers.

Daily Green Special: To take advantage of these great deals, just write “SPF”, “Hydrate”, or “Treat” (use one or all three codes!) in the checkout notes. We’ll add a fourth Facestick, Vapur, or chocolate (equal value) to your order. Offer valid until tomorrow’s post. Happy Tuesday!