Dominique Conseil, Aveda’s President, was on FOX News last week talking about their efforts to be carbon neutral by 2013. Since 2006, their main factory in Blaine, MN has been 100% wind-powered. Dominique Conseil on FOX News
Aveda’s President on FOX News
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Earth Month Success!
6 05 2009Thanks to everyone who helped Gary Manuel raise more than $22,000 for Puget Soundkeeper Alliance last month. Alex, a senior stylist, raised over $6,500 herself and will be joining other top fundraisers on a yacht tour of Puget Sound with the PSA team. Congratulations and thanks for making a difference!
Gary Manuel Salon with $22,000 for Puget Soundkeeper Alliance
Alex of GMS & Betsy from PSA
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Happy Earth Day!
22 04 2009Thanks to the nearly 50 people at Gary Manuel Salon, Gary Manuel Aveda Institute and Puget Soundkeeper Alliance who cleaned the streets of Belltown and Capitol Hill this morning. For the second year in a row, they have pitched in to make Seattle cleaner and keep garbage out of Puget Sound.
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Thanks to DASS
22 04 2009Future Professionals and Learning Leaders from GMAI helped do the hair and makeup for the DASS Dance Company’s performance of “Fighting Water.” “It was a fun challenge to keep the hair and makeup looking great during the active and water-filled performance,” said Tawyna, a GMAI Learning Leader. Part of the ticket sales went to support Puget Soundkeeper Alliance.
Thanks to all for a great experience!
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Keeping your house clean
22 04 2009Alpine Cleaning Company recently sent us this list of household cleaning products to avoid and safer alternatives.
Is your house toxic because of the cleaning products you’re using? Here’s a list of six household cleaners to avoid and alternatives to help detoxify your home.
1. Antibacterial cleaners
These cleaners contain triclosan, a form of dioxin, linked with weakened immune systems, decreased fertility, hormone disruption and birth defects. Alternative: Regular soap, which kills 99.4 percent of germs. Antibacterial soap kills 99.6 percent.
2. Air Fresheners
One main ingredient, formaldehyde, is a carcinogen, causing allergic reactions, dermatitis, headaches, mucous membrane irritations, joint and chest pain, depression, fatigue, dizziness and immune dysfunction.
Alternative: Open the window or use an exhaust fan.
3. Dishwasher detergent
They contain a dry form of highly concentrated chlorine that is poisonous and have been known to produce skin irritations or burns, and cause eye injuries and damage to other mucous membranes. Alternatives: Detergents that are phosphate and chlorine free.
4. Oven cleaners
Among the most dangerous chemicals in households, these cleaners contain sodium hydroxide (a derivative of lye) so corrosive it can eat through the top layer of skin and cause severe tissue damage. Alternative: Make a scrub of baking soda, salt and water paste.
5. Home use carpet and upholstery shampoo
The main ingredient, perchlorethylene (the same one used in dry cleaning), is a known carcinogen, damaging to the liver, kidney and the nervous system. Alternative: Use a mix of baking soda and water. Salt will take out wine or fruit stains. Club soda will remove lighter stains. Baking soda and cornstarch will deodorize. When having your carpet professionally cleaned, make sure to check the cleaning solutions are Green Seal Certified.
6. Toilet, tub and tile bowl cleaners
Are a source of many poisonings, particularly since they are used in small, often windowless spaces. Highly toxic, bathroom cleaners
Alternative: Remove toilet bowl stains with pure vinegar. Dilute with water to remove soap residue. Washing soda or borax is also effective on tiles.
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