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Fragrance Free(ish) - Keeping Your Signature Scent
Find balance between personal scent and mindful, low-fragrance living Choosing a Signature Scent (and Letting It Stand Alone) Fragrance...
Pam Tatom
Jul 31, 20252 min read


Summer Days - Fresh Air & Safe Skin
Unscented Sunscreens are the better choice...... Sunscreen is essential for protecting our skin from sun damage ~ but not all sunscreens are created equal! Here's a breakdown of the two main types and how they impact your health and the people around you. Lotion Sunscreens How they work: You squeeze them out and rub them into your skin. They form a protective barrier that blocks or absorbs UV rays. Benefits: Offers even, thorough coverage ~ Less likely to be inhaled ~ safer
Pam Tatom
Jul 16, 20252 min read


Why Fragrance-Free Dishwashing Products Are the Clear Choice for Healthier Homes
Enjoy smelling your food not synthetic fragrance When we think about indoor air quality, we often focus on obvious culprits—candles, air fresheners, or dust—but there’s one major offender that often goes overlooked: fragranced dishwashing detergents. That artificial lemon scent lingering on your “clean” plates isn’t just unnecessary—it’s potentially harmful. Many of these fragrances are made up of chemicals which when released during dishwashing, especially with hot water or
Pam Tatom
Jul 1, 20252 min read


Why I Chose to Go Perfume-Free (And Why You Might Want to, Too)
Breathe Fresh. Live Scent Free You're Sick from Fragrance Chemicals and Don't Even Know It If you've ever walked past someone wearing a...
Pam Tatom
Jun 26, 20252 min read


Why Scent Isn’t Clean: Scented Dryer Sheet Health Impacts
That burst of fragrance from scented dryer sheets might make your laundry smell “clean,” but don’t be fooled—scent doesn’t equal safety. Beneath the floral or “fresh linen” aroma lies a mix of chemicals that could harm your health, bother those around you, and impact the environment. Let’s break down the risks of scented dryer sheets and explore why fragrance-free options are the smarter choice for truly clean laundry. What’s in Scented Dryer Sheets? Scented dryer sheets are
Pam Tatom
Mar 25, 20253 min read


Why Businesses Should Go Fragrance Free (And How It Can Improve Customer Retention)
The Impact of Fragrance on Your Business Most businesses focus on cleanliness, ambiance, and customer experience—but what if a factor was...
Pam Tatom
Mar 11, 20252 min read


The Toxic Ingredients in Fragranced Candles—and Better Alternatives for a Healthier Home
Candles are a go-to for creating a cozy, inviting atmosphere. Whether for relaxation or setting the mood, their soft glow feels...
Pam Tatom
Feb 21, 20253 min read


How a Fragrance-Free Policy Can Boost Customer Loyalty in Restaurants & Gyms
In today’s competitive market, customer experience is everything. Businesses that cater to customer needs—especially in industries like...
Pam Tatom
Feb 6, 20253 min read


Fragrance Sensitivity: How Scented Products Affect Your Health and Your Customers
A Hidden Challenge in Everyday Spaces Everywhere we go—restaurants, offices, hotels, and stores—we are surrounded by fragranced products....
Pam Tatom
Feb 6, 20253 min read


What's in a Fragrance - Chemicals Hiding in Scented Products
Fragrances are complex mixtures of natural and synthetic ingredients designed to produce a specific scent. Here are some of the most...
Pam Tatom
Feb 6, 20253 min read
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