If many beauty product labels have you scratching your head, don’t fret! Here are some definitions to help you understand them a little better. Have you had your mind boggled by product labels like sulfate-free, silicone-free, and paraben-free? You’re not alone. It sounds like you’ve avoided a world of dangerous chemicals, so that’s great, right? But, what do these labels really mean in the context of beauty, skincare and haircare? If you ...
Read MoreFinding it a hassle trying to reduce, reuse and recycle? Here are some other easier ways to reduce your carbon footprint and care for the planet. A version of this article was first published on autoapp.sg. If you typically work in an office, or have a desk-bound job, you might have become acutely aware of something while working from home: how hot the day can get when you’re not in a constantly ...
Read MoreFeeling lost in eco-conscious jargon? Thinking about doing more for the Earth than drinking from a straw-less soda cup? A few years ago, that was me too. So here's a little something to nudge you in the right direction if you're deliberating about going green. “Saving the Earth” is so last century. These days, buzzwords like ‘sustainable’, ‘low CO2 footprint’, ‘ethical’ and ‘zero-waste‘ unpack that once vague, grand idea coined ...
Read MoreThe world’s dining table is transitioning to natural, meatless alternatives in the name of sustainability. How will futr’s resident carnivore cope? Food has always been a huge part of my life. As a kid, my maternal grandfather would come by with different types of good eats every other day, thanks to his passion for food and retirement career as a cabbie. Although he’s since passed on, his habits have certainly rubbed off ...
Read MoreIf you’ve been curious about cruelty-free beauty products, here are some starter tips to help you get acquainted. While shopping at Watsons, Guardian or Sephora, you might have noticed that many beauty and skincare products sport buzz words ‘natural’, ‘clean beauty’, ‘vegan’ or ‘cruelty-free’ on the bottles. But, how can you be sure that what you’re purchasing is really what it claims to be? To kick off our series, we explore what ...
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