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Late nights spent shouting over loud music, day long speaking engagements, or a tickle in the throat – all can be cause for a less than perfect voice. And when the occasion calls for brilliance, it’s the crowd you want speechless, not your performance.

Take it from famous musicians like Joss Stone and Rob Thomas, Vocal-eze Professional Throat Spray is a life-saver. A proprietary blend of marshmallow root, osha root, licorice root, echinacea and other natural ingredients, this little spray gets you back in the groove without the use of harsh, synthetic chemicals ($10.99). So whether you’re a teacher, preacher, musician or sales rep, keep a bottle of Vocal-eze handy because as they say, “the show must go on!”

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A hanging laundry hamper, a duffel bag and a garment bag! The new 3-in-1 reusable Green Garmento bag is one piece of dirty laundry you’ll want to share with everyone you know.

The best part? You can use it over and over and over again. With over 300 million pounds of single-use plastic drycleaning bags dumped into the landfill each year, it’s time to start choosing reusable. Available in three different lengths (40″/ 48″ / 54″) one bag will cost you around $10. Made from 100% recyclable polypropylene, each bag comes with an outside ticket pocket so the drycleaner can easily identify your bag, and a long side zipper so you can peek in and check your clothes without having to take the entire bag off.

Wash Green Garmento bags in cold water and hang dry, and though they are designed to last for many many trips, when you are finished with a bag, simply call or email the company to schedule a pick-up – they’ll make sure the bag is recycled!

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You may not have discovered the fountain of youth just yet, but with Naturopathica’s line of holistic skin, body, and wellness products, you might as well have found the key! The company offers an assortment of anti-aging treatments that are designed to fight off pesky crinkles and wrinkles, leaving you with soft, supple skin.

Check out the wide array of cleansers, moisturizers, serums, and masks to get started on your journey towards everlasting youth. Looking a bit dry, dehydrated, or devitalized? For a radiant and clear complexion, try the Ultra Lite Vitamin C Complex for a megadose of Vitamin C in a lightweight, fluid liposome format that penetrates the deepest layers of the skin.

Rest assured that all Naturopathica treatments are free of synthetic solvents, thickeners, and emulsifiers, and contain no petroleum-based ingredients, artificial dyes, or fragrances. Dedicated to social and environmental responsibility, the company gives back to the earth and to the community through its practice of energy conservation, sustainable sourcing, and charitable donations.

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Last week’s 7th annual Global Green Pre-Oscar Party in Los Angeles saw Hollywood celebs like Jessica Alba, Leonardo DiCaprio, Radha Mitchell, Sebastian Copeland, Suzy & James Cameron, Serena Williams, former Spice Girl Mel B and more. Rockin’ out with environmentalists and citizen activists alike, these sustainably minded celebs came out to walk the green carpet and support the evenings theme, “Greener Cities for A Cooler Planet.” Check out the video below produced by Coco Eco Magazine with interviews by Katherine Butler from Greenopia:

With a lineup like Mia Maestro, Benji & Joel Madden from Good Charlotte and Camp Freddy, the Avalon was one big eco-friendly party – all to support Global Green’s efforts to combat global climate change by creating green buildings and cities.

Guests also saw a special sneak peek of Suzy Cameron’s (wife of James Cameron) eco-friendly Oscar gown made by Jillian Ganz, winner of the first “Red Carpet, Green Dress” contest started by Suzy to raise money for the green nonprofit elementary school Muse (more on this soon!).

Thanks again to all the amazing sponsors (Caroma, 360 Vodka, Newton Vineyard, Pureology, Alternative Apparel, Office Depot, Sempre, LACarGUY, VOX Entertainment, EcoSystem and Angeleno Magazine to name a few). For more photos, click here.

*Photo credit: Michael Buckner/Getty Images for Global Green, John Shearer/Getty Images for Global Green

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Long-time advocates of the “small steps add up to big change” philosophy, we’ve been huge fans of shiftyourhabit.com since the day the site launched. Tomorrow marks the highly anticipated release of Elizabeth Roger’s book, Shift Your Habit: Easy Ways to Save Money, Simplify Your Life, and Save the Planet. Rogers shows how a family’s small daily shifts can add up to over $50,000 in savings per year! With over 500 small shifts that add up to make a big difference, pre-order your copy today and get ready to discover that “the true heart and soul of living green is efficiency.”

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Ecofabulous founder and SF Green Queen, Zem Joaquin, got her first taste of sustainability as a child, growing up on Joan Baez’s commune in Palo Alto. A firm proponent that you don’t have to sacrifice style for sustainability – especially in a city as hip and green as San Francisco – JetBlue asked Zem about her favorite local spots in this City by the Bay. Click here to read the full article, including her favorite dishes at local restaurants, her top-secret spots in the city and what makes the ecofabulous story so uniquely San Francisco.

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An excuse to wear funny hats, dance in the streets, drink green beer and pinch all your co-workers! St. Patrick’s Day is a fantastic festive holiday, but one that also generates tons of waste (12 million greeting cards are sent each year!). This time around, fight green, drink green and dress green with our top ecofabulous picks that are high on fun and low on environmental impact.

	Tee-Top O’ The Morning To Ya: Steer clear of the office pinch in this super soft organic cotton green tee from SUST ($45). If you’re looking for something with a little more holiday personality, try this one ($24) or sport your hessnatur “World in Your Hand” tee ($20) for a message that boasts the true meaning of green. Since Patty’s Day seems to be a favorite holiday among the ecofab men, pass this pick along to the lads in your life ($28).
	Irish Bread Basket: Want a traditional experience? Whip up a loaf of organic Irish soda bread for guests – it’ll give your party a little authenticity (and help soak up the beer!) ($22.50).
	Leprechaun Appreciation Day: Be politically correct this Patty’s Day with a greeting card from Seltzer Goods that shows your support of the little green men. Printed on 100% post-consumer recycled paper using veggie-based inks ($3.50).
	Hello Dolly: Handmade of upcycled fabric (vintage shamrock fabric from the 1950’s!) and stuffed with natural carded wool, these baby gnome dolls are beyond adorable ($28). You can even place a custom order to have the doll mirror your child’s features – glasses, blonde hair and all!
	For The Littlest Leprechauns: Send ‘em to school decked out in this hip 100% organic cotton hoodie – it’s reversible, so if a midday spill or stain occurs, just turn it inside out and voila! ($32). For tinier tots, pick up this festive organic onesie ($30).
	For True Green Drinking: Better than just dying the color, choose a truly green beer! Here’s a great list of 10 top eco beers – some are organic, some use clean energy to power the brewery, and others use delivery trucks powered on veggie oil or insist that all labels are printed on post-consumer recycled paper. Who knew that drinking could be so good for the environment? The list includes one of our favorites, MateVeza, for a an extra kick to keep that jig dancing going all night long!
	Glass Half Full: Pair that environmentally sensitive cerveza with a glass that shares the same ethics – choose from beer glasses made of recycled car windshields (the “no drinking and driving” message is clear here!) or sip from an upcycled beer bottle glass ($20 and $34 respectively).
	Green Eggs & Ham: Add a little Patty’s Day coloring to anything on the menu with this all natural, vegan, gluten-free food coloring. Made of vegetable and fruit dyes, add it to one of the eco beers mentioned above for a seriouly festive drink ($15).
	True Irish Eyes: If you’re not quite ready to sport the full leprechaun outfit, try dressing up with a touch of organic green eye shadow from Nvey – #165 Lime Green will do the trick ($24).
	Walk the Talk: Put a little jig in your step! Keds Green Label shoes are made of 100% organic cotton, with 100% recycled PET shoe laces and an outsole made of 20% recycled rubber ($55).

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Hailing from the kitchen laboratory of the Berkeley-based skincare line, Marie Veronique, comes a collection of bottled perfection specifically designed to take you into the next decade (and beyond) with grace and beauty.

The mother-daughter duo (one part chemistry teacher, one part physics professor) has created a 4-step skincare regimen that gently cleanses, hydrates and replenishes skin with gentle formulas that utilize nature’s intelligent ingredients rather than harsh synthetic chemicals.

Our favorite product pick of the bunch? The tinted moisturizing face screen for flawless coverage that isn’t heavy or oily, blending out unevenness and protecting from UVA/UVB rays. Listed as one of the top ten moisturizers with SPF recommended by the Environmental Working Group’s Safe Cosmetic Database, this all-glow-no-grease wonder gets our praise for performance and adherence to the strictest health and safety standards.

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This Wednesday March 3rd, join Orlando Bloom, Suzy & James Cameron, Sebastian Copeland, Penelope Cruz, Rosario Dawson, Adrian Grenier, Woody Harrelson and many more (including the ecofabulous ladies!) at this year’s Global Green Pre-Oscar Party in Los Angeles. The star studded rock-n-roll event will be held at the Avalon in Hollywood with performances by Camp Freddy, Benji & Joel of Good Charlotte and Mia Maestro.

Come party with a cause! Tickets start at $75 and proceeds go to Global Green’s initiatives for national green building, including the creation of healthy green affordable housing and schools.

If you’re not a local Angeleno or already have your Oscar week events planned out, you can still donate to Global Green online here. And not to worry, we’ll make sure to have all the best celeb pics from the green carpet – we’ve been down in LA with Vie PR & Showroom working with a few select guests on their totally ecofabulous outfits and can’t wait to share some of the incredible designers that will be featured!

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Bedtime can be a challenge no matter your parenting prowess. Regardless of book, lullaby or rocking, sometimes the precious little prince just takes a while to be put down. One factor that is in your control is how stylish he looks while slumbering.

Leave it to the Swedes to come up with the cutest eco-friendly pj’s we’ve seen in a while. Full of bright, bold patterns, the new ECO collection from Polarn O. Pyret is made of 100% independently certified organic cotton. With a host of tees, tops, dresses and rompers, it was the wonderful print eco pajamas, available with dogs, trains, hearts or stars, that caught our eye immediately. Aside from the attention to environmental sensitivity, the footie pajamas are incredibly thoughtfully designed with chafe-free seams and long sleeve and ankle cuffs that can be adjusted up or down to allow the piece to transition as your child grows. Fashion forward and functional? We wouldn’t have it any other way.

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