School is back into full swing… all the lunch boxes, new clothes and school supplies have been bought, labeled and delivered. You’ve done your part, right? Yes! But… let me ask you, have you ever wondered if their school is a safe haven – safe from chemicals? Schools work really hard to keep our kids safe and their environment healthy. But there are a few simple Norwex solutions that could help your kids reduce the amount of chemicals they come in contact with at school.
Hand Washing
Schools often encourage kids to use hand sanitizers or perfumed, chemical-laden soap for hand washing before snack & lunch times. Of course hand washing is very important and schools work hard to instill this important life habit… but research shows that some antibacterial agents, such as triclosan and parabens, though they fight germs, are toxic to our health. On friday, September 2, 2016, Environmental Working Group (EWG) was pleased to release,
WASHINGTON – The federal Food and Drug Administration announced today that triclosan, a toxic chemical ingredient associated with hormone disruption in people, will no longer be allowed in antibacterial hand soaps, which EWG noted as a significant success.
“This decision by the FDA is a huge victory on behalf of human health and the environment,” said Ken Cook, co-founder and president of EWG. “EWG has been conducting research and advocating for this exact federal government action for nearly a decade, and our work, as well as that of other public interest groups and many of our supporters, has finally paid off.”
“EWG research found industry adding this sketchy, endocrine-disrupting germ killer to all kinds of soaps and even to toothpaste. Nine years ago we found it at disturbing levels in San Francisco Bay,” Cook added. “Worse yet, EWG studies detected the stuff in breast milk and in bodies of teenage girls. Clearly this is an industry that needed a good, swift kick in the triclosan. It took far too long, but today the FDA delivered.”
It is obvious that the governments and producers are starting to realize the importance of protecting people from dangerous chemicals. That is great to see! Let me tell you how using Norwex products can help reducing our chemical consumption by with great alternatives. Read the ingredients in those those cute, travel-sized hand sanitizers before you send them to school with your kids. Antibacterial formulas are not all they are cracked up to be and good old-fashioned hand washing with soap is the best way to rid harmful bacteria, while allowing the body to naturally maintain a healthy immune system. But when water and soap are not readily available or there are 25 kids ahead of you in line for the sink, the Norwex Timeless Natural Hand Cleaner is a good alternative. It is made from pure raw organic aloe, lemon fruit extract, rosemary & lavender which all have natural antiseptic qualities to combat bacteria, while providing nourishing moisture to the skin with eucalyptus globules leaf and spearmint extracts. It has been certified by EcoGruppo and NaTrue for its organic properties. Another plus… it only takes a drop or two to clean your entire hands – It’s organic, free from chemicals, only requires a small amount, smells wonderful, leaves hands moisturized – what more could you ask for? (by the way, Norwex also has a wonderful Peppermint Foaming Hand Soap – that is pure soap, not antibacterial, in foam form so it lasts longer – for at home).
School Bag Lunches
The daily task of packing lunches is another part of the school routine and a wonderful opportunity to pick items that will add to the health and nourishment of your kids. As we all know, it is important to choose fresh fruits and veggies… but did you know that some produce is ‘cleaner’ than others? The EWG is a non-profit organization that works to empower people to live healthier lives by researching and educating to raise awareness and help drive consumer choice and civic action. The EWG group has identified which produce is heavily doused in pesticides and which produce is not. They have developed a handy list to help you make the BEST choice for your lunches.
They recommend that we should pick produce from the Clean 15 list and avoid the Dirty 12 as much as possible when you are unable to buy local organic produce. The Norwex Fresh Produce Wash is perfect for times when organic is not an option, or your kid really loves having strawberries in his lunch (when they are not in season). The Fresh Produce Wash is a plant-based, biodegradable, concentrated wash. It not only removes unwanted residues from fertilizers, wax, dirt, oil & bacteria, it does not require scrubbing, it leaves no aftertaste on your fruit and it even extends the shelf life of the produce. Did you know that you should wash fruit that you peel too…like bananas and oranges? Now your kid’s lunch box is a safe haven!
Clean Work Space
School desks or work spaces are full of germs, that tend to multiply and grow. Instead of using the standard disposable, chemical-laden wipes in the attempt to control these germs, consider tucking a damp Travel Pack Cloth (in a Reusable Wet Wipes Bag) in your kid’s lunchbox. Within seconds your child can wipe down his or her desk and have a perfectly clean surface to eat on, work on, rest on… you get the idea. They could even wash their little hands with it before they dig into their lunch.
School is a great place, with many individuals who work hard to teach, protect, guide and help our kids. As parents, we can do our part too. Norwex has a lot of great solutions for our daily needs that protect our kids when they are at school. Check them out.
Delores VandenBoogaard is an Independent Norwex Sales Consultant from Edmonton, Alberta, Canada with customers and consultants throughout Canada and the United States including; New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Quebec, British Columbia, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Prince Edward Island, North West Territories and Ontario. She also has customers and team members in; Michigan, Texas, California, Massachusetts, Florida, Arizona, Missouri, Colorado, North Carolina, South Carolina, Idaho, Washington, New Hampshire, Iowa and Maine.
Summer is the best! It is the time to get outdoors, enjoy the weather, go on an adventure or two, take the trip you have been dreaming about during the colder months, or just hang out in your backyard and enjoy… Norwex has a line of personal care products that will help you enjoy these long summer days.
Here are the products I consider to be “Out & About” Norwex Summer Essentials:
Mediterranean Moisture Face & Neck Gel – This organic aloe vera, olive oil, wheat germ & apricot seed oil gel will soothe your skin and help it feel soft, hydrated and fresh.. revealing a younger-looking skin. Great for sensitive, sunburned or wind-chapped skin. It is a great aftershave too. Provides perfect relief from long days in the sun.
MVP Microfiber Variety Pack – These three 16×16 cm-sized cloths are in a convenient to-go pouch. They are perfect for every little cleaning jobs you encounter on your summer adventures. Leave your house prepared for anything.
The mini EnviroCloth can be used dry or wet for lots of little messes like soak up a spill in the car, clean up a mess in the cooler, wipe down a picnic table… the uses are endless. Just like the normal-sized EnviroCloths these travel-sized clothes that have the ability to remove up to 99% of bacteria from a surface when following proper care and use instructions.
The mini Window Cloth – This is handy for any small polishing needs while on the road like car windows or mirrors.
The mini Body Pack Cloth – To reduce our use of disposable chemical-filled wipes, use this cloth for washing little sticky popsicle faces or washing up after a picnic lunch.
Timeless Natural Hand Cleaner – Our culture is crazy about sanitizing hands, but Norwex offers an alternative to alcohol-based sanitizer for when there is no water available. This natural hand cleaner uses the natural antiseptic/anstringent qualities of organic aloe vera, olive oil & gluten-free wheat germ oil extract to clean hands. It will not only clean your hands but it will soothe, hydrate, nourish and protect them.
Timeless Lip Balm – This natural lip balm is a rich, emollient balm that provides relief, moisture and protection for dry lips. This is also a fabulous cuticle lotion!! It’s main ingredients include: organic aloe vera, coconut oil and tea tree oil. It is gluten-free, paraben-free and vegan.
Optic Scarf – This handy super-soft microfiber scarf easily attaches to your purse or bag and is perfect to bring on your summer adventures to clean your sunglasses, glasses or cell phone.
So pack up your family, a few snacks and water bottles, grab your hats and your Norwex summer essentials and get out the door to enjoy another day of summer.
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Delores VandenBoogaard is an Independent Norwex Sales Consultant from Edmonton, Alberta Canada with customers and consultants throughout Canada and the United States including; New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Quebec, British Columbia, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Prince Edward Island, North West Territories and Ontario. She also has customers and team members in; Michigan, Texas, California, Massachusetts, Florida, Arizona, Missouri, Colorado, North Carolina, South Carolina, Idaho, Washington, New Hampshire, Iowa and Maine.
For the month June, Norwex has two Good, Clean FUN customer specials! Did you know that cleaning with Norwex will take you 75% less time than traditional methods? That leaves more time, for more fun!! Norwex products primarily uses water and the use of microfiber (not chemicals) to totally clean your surfaces. The Norwex methods are simple and they work. Check out the Good Clean Fun specials below… be sure to click on the highlighted product names for more information and images.
Shines So Bright
Two (pink & blue) EnviroCloth with Baclock™ & Window Cloth with Baclock™ are on special this month!!! Isn’t that wonderful! These are the that cloths started it all… and are sometimes referred to as the “Basic Pack.” The “Basic Pack” is central to the cleaning power of Norwex. Constructed with superior microfiber, 1/200th the size of a human hair and with enough fiber to stretch from Canada to the gulf of Mexico, the EnviroCloth has the ability to remove 99% of bacteria from a surface when following proper care and use instructions. The second part of this pack, is the Window Cloth. It works behind the EnviroCloth to polish the surfaces in your home, leaving it streak-free and shiny. This is a GREAT sale!
Park Ready
After you make you home shine so bright, Norwex wants you to head out to the park. That is where we should be on these glorious days… and this promotion will make you park ready! It includes:
Kids Towel with Baclock™ – This bright green microfiber towel will be awesome at the spray park this year. It is super-soft, kid-sized, quick-drying and contains Baclock™, the micro-silver agent in the cloth that goes to work with self-purification properties. It can even be used multiple times before laundering… saving you time and making you always ready to head to the park.
Travel Pack with Baclock™ – The Travel Pack contains 4 travel-sized EnviroCloths in a carrying pouch that are perfect for toting to the park or any outing. Use them to wash hands or faces, blot a stain out of your shirt, wrap around a cold freezie (my friend’s little ones love freezies but hate having cold hands), clean a small spill in the vehicle, or tackle any other little job that may arise. The pouch is perfect for holding used cloths as it is plastic.
Reusable Grocery Bag with Baclock™ – A strong bag able to carry everything you need for the park. Complete with bacteria-fighting technology called Baclock™… it is the cleanest reusable bag out there.
Cleaning is a real part of all of our lives… Norwex cleans right by making it efficient, environmentally-friendly and cost-effective. Take advantage of the June Specials and make your home shine so bright and then reward yourself with a park date with your family or friends for some good, clean FUN.
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Delores VandenBoogaard is an Independent Norwex Sales Consultant from Edmonton, Alberta Canada with customers and consultants throughout Canada and the United States including; New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Quebec, British Columbia, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Prince Edward Island, North West Territories and Ontario. She also has customers and team members in; Michigan, Texas, California, Massachusetts, Florida, Arizona, Missouri, Colorado, North Carolina, South Carolina, Idaho, Washington, New Hampshire, Iowa and Maine.
