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Daddy Greenest

Father’s Day is the perfect time of year to give Dad a green gift that he can use while allowing him to broadcast his environmentalism loud and proud. Plus, does he really need another ugly tie? Try these fun green gifts for your Dad this year…

Patagonia Men’s Eco Rain Shell Jacket, $125

This black two-layer waterproof and breathable rain shell represents the ultimate in sustainable style. It’s a perfect compliment to a fall hike or fishing trip with its rugged recreational comfort. It’s made of 100% recycled and recyclable polyester and is warm and durable.

Hourglass Cold Brew Coffee Make System, $49.95

This sleek space-age looking coffee maker uses no cords and no electricity. It has a lifetime stainless steel filter, is super portable and BPA free. In addition, by brewing in cold water, coffee results in 69.6% less acid, thus reducing heartburn and bitter tastes.

Bighorn Eco-friendly Backpack, $39

Made from PVC-free ballistic nylon this power pack is green friendly and coated with Environmental Pollution Omitting technology called Ecoweave. Ecoweave is an alternative to PVC chemicals and each backpack is free of chlorine, dioxin and other heavy metals. It’s also clean to recycle and creates H20 AND CO2 when burned.

Food for the Skin

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Skin products that are 100% natural and likened to “food for the skin” describes the beauty treats produced by Healing Anthropology. The anti-aging line is paraben free, the soothing calendula salves help heal eczema, psoriasis, scars and stretch marks and the nurturing baby-line is gentle and chemical free.

Sabrina Posillico, founder and president has flawless ivory skin herself and discovered a slew of beauty secrets as she traveled as a model and social worker. This is when she began inquiring about natural beauty secrets within the local culture that eventually led to the blending of modern science and ancient healing practices. Her interest in natural and organic foods prompted even further investigation into beauty technology and she discovered that certain products marketed as 100% natural still contained a cornucopia of chemicals including parabens, petroleum-based ingredients and chemicals.

Today, Posillico still works as a model even with up-and-comers half her age because of her dedication to natural, holistic and healthy beauty products and a diet rich in organic foods. She retains an intense passion for the planet as well as a commitment to social causes and of course, a beauty regimen that always includes Healing Anthropology.

Products Perfect for Summer:

Rejuvenating Face and Body Mist: contains Aloe and a healing blend of essential oils repair aging and damaged skin; use under moisturizer/excellent for travel

Rejuvenating Day Cream with SPF 30: Natural UVA and UVB protection, an anti-inflammatory and moisturizing formula that protects against sun, wind and pollutants. Rich in antioxidants, vitamins and essential fatty acids

Rejuvenating Vitamin C Solution: Concentrated dose of anti-aging ingredients including modern nutriceuticals; repairs wrinkles, fine lines and pores.

Sitting Pretty

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This European-style highchair is a nod to modern technology and features a “transformers” like structure that allows it to reincarnate itself into different pieces. Ideal for ages six months to five years, this clever seating system includes an adjustable footrest, hinges that connect with magnets and extendable arms. This all-in-one high chair converts into a booster seat, space saving chair, restaurant high chair, modern high chair and commercial high chair; essentially, there’s the chair for older kids, the sturdy step stool, highchair and regular chair.

This highchair is perfect for grandparents, ideal for restaurants and a perfect chair for busy families on the go. This dynamic design means fewer stubbed toes, more monetary savings, and more space.

Designed by the Danes, who demand space-saving devices for their modest sized homes, this wooden highchair is made with FSC-certified solid Birch cut from sustainable forests in the European Baltics. Steel, BPA and phthalate-free plastic components and water-based and formaldehyde-free varnishes are used to create the chairs. An online video explains the easy process of assembly (no tools required). Watch this video to see how cool the HandySitt Chair is!

The Minui Handy Sitt Chair and the Minui Portable Chair is the Green Giveaway this week ($300.00 Value)! Be sure to enter!!

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Green Guru

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With a website that offers visuals of everything shaded in green from disco balls to lounge areas tinted in emerald, the message of Nicole Sherwin Green Events is clear. Sherwin is an eco-expert and television host who has refined the art of fusing style and elegance with green glam.

Sherwin, who specializes in throwing unforgettable parties, celebrity galas and weddings, has 15 years of experience in creating memorable productions. Her social, environmental and wellness causes blend seamlessly into her event coordinating; she has a passion for the environment, health and charity, in addition, to a love of parties and people.

Sherwin grew up in a household that included a father who studied acupuncture, homeopathy, environmentalism and naturopathy. Her father, a renowned nutritionist and naturopath even treated Prince Charles during his career. Nicole’s parents taught her about health and social responsibility from an early age and her interest in celebrity, her personality and her easy-on-the-eyes beauty catapulted her into the eco-event stratosphere.

Nicole’s company recently launched Green Lounge, an eco-luxury experience that brings companies and businesses together in a chic green-minded cocktail lounge. Green Lounge is a social and business networking platform, forum, and event for eco brands, products and organizations. Celebrities, media moguls and guests mingle in a luxe lounge setting where they can sample and buy products, meet with brand ambassadors and experience the vast variety of brands on the green scene. Chefs and mixologists are on hand to provide food and fun as well as organic nibbles, eco cocktails and other yummy treats. Spa therapists, DJs and Cirque du Soleil perfomers are also a part of many of these carbon neutral shindigs. The most recent green lounge had 500 influential attendees, including environmental advocates like actress Alicia Silverstone , Debbie Levin (President of the Environmental Media Association) and Darren Moore (Alter Eco).

More information is available at: www.nicolesherwinevents.com and see her video here.

Going Green with Hip Moms Go Green is fun and attainable. We're dedicated to empowering you to simultaneously effect a healthful difference in the lives of your children and planet. Whether you're looking for tips on how to make your existing home green, want to identify creative ways to share environmental and social responsibility with your little ones, or incorporate nutrient-dense foods into your family's diet in a delicious way, HipMomsGoGreen is your ultimate resource. We bring all of your favorite eco-topics and products to the table to make going green part of your everyday life.

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