Cheers to a clean new year!

Within the first few weeks of the New Year, gyms are almost packed to the brim. The list of gym goers generally consist of newcomers, gym backsliders, and the OG’s that have been committed since day one of their membership. Most are there to lose weight, tone up, or to maintain their weight. If you’re wondering where I am, I’m the intermittent gym-goer who sees the world as my gym. Choosing to combat weight in the kitchen first. Anyway, we're not here for me, let me continue. The strange thing about New Year's resolutions is that the most popular ones have always been about fitness. 


I was pondering this back in November of 2023, if any resolutions are ever about detoxing. I’m solely thinking about chemical toxins, brought upon us through body products, and food that we eat. There are so many products that we use daily that are slowly putting our own signature on our death certificate. The cause of death on the certificate would be a plethora of harmful substances consumed through our skin and our digestive system. There are insurmountable amounts of chemicals in various hair products as well, which is one reason I created my own hair products. 

Moreover, what got me contemplating this topic of detoxing chemicals was a gentleman that asked me to view some information about the dangers of talcum powder. I went into deep thought about how many chemicals and toxins that we unknowingly consume. You know the sometimes ten syllable words that you’re embarrassed to read aloud, because you can’t pronounce them, and it sorta makes you feel inadequate with your reading skills. I might be only talking about myself, but I’m sure you get the gist of what I’m saying. 

What I’m really trying to do is open your eyes to everyday toxic materials that are slowly destroying our lives, and making us sick overtime. As consumers, we must be vigilant about our health, placing the power back in our hands. Choosing to read labels and understand what you’re putting in your body is one way to do that. A myriad of commodities that are sold in the U.S. are hazardous to the health of humanity. We are consuming products that are heavily laden with chemicals that are connected to disease. I would like to encourage you to take the time to look on the back of your personal care products, and even food. For starters, pick one or two words on the back of an item, and research them. Interestingly enough look at the word fragrance and see the illnesses that it's connected to. 

I hope in addition to what you’ve resolved to do this year, if you haven’t started your chemical-free resolution, you will begin now. Prost (that's cheers in German) to a chemical-free New Year! 


Most Graciously,

April E.
Lovely Coils 

Founder & Owner