What: Triclosan and triclocarban (triclosan's chemical cousin) - an antibacterial chemical found in many consumer products. In plastics and fabrics the trade names are Microban and Biofresh. Where: An ingredient in nearly every liquid hand soap and dishwashing detergent. It's also found in skin care especially face wash and acne products, deodorant, oral care products and many other personal care and home products including children's toys.

Brave youths talk about why they love the campaign Teens for Safe Cosmetics. They discuss how chemicals in cosmetics can effect your health and environment. Law makers, professors, organizations, journalists and chemically safe cosmetic companies talk about the issues and the solutions. Some of my favorite companies are represented including Pangea Organics, EO, Dr. Bronners, Alaffia Sustainable Skincare and Weleda.

Let’s get down to basics for a minute and talk about natural, non-toxic body care. One of the leading companies for green body cleansing products is Pangea Organics. They promise that their “bodycare is as honest as it is organic” with no petrochemicals or parabens, GMO’s or other synthetic or harmful ingredients.