Healthy Living Guide
Shop Naturally is one of Australia’s original online health & wellbeing stores, founded in 2009. We have always been a voice with a balanced view for leading a healthy life. We understand that our customers all have different needs and are capable of doing their own research and making their own informed choices about what best suits their needs. As a privately owned family business, we are not beholden to shareholders or investment companies. All the choices about what we stock and the information we share is 100% controlled by us.
Our Healthy Living Guide is a series of articles split into 5 categories, Eco Friendly, Wellness, Natural Beauty, Natural Home and Shopping Guides. We hope you find the information helpful in living your own healthy life and choose the products that are right for you. Jump straight to your favourite topic or read our latest articles below.
Latest Articles
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6 things to do with Bon Ami
Bon Ami have made their natural cleaning mineral powder since 1886, and it's still so popular in the USA today that Martha Stewart has endorsed it. It's 'Good Thing' approved by Martha, calling it a best in class -
5 reasons dentists love Natural Gem Toothpaste?
We have added Gem Toothpaste to our range this month. We have always specialised in products that are new, innovative and hard to find in mainstream stores. Gem dental products tick the first 2 boxes but not the -
Compostable Dish Cloths from The Happy Sparrow
Adding compostable dish cloths to our range was a no brainer. When we sit down to do the product development for our own brand, The Happy Sparrow, we take a look at the same criteria we use for -
The #1 best kids hair detangler is natural
Did you know the best kids hair detangler is natural? 99.9% of parents hate knotty hair!! Totally made up of course, but we don't think we're too far wrong with our guess!!!! The team from No Nasties who -
Plastic Free Water Filtration with Binchotan Charcoal
Australian brand Sol have released a binchotan charcoal stick to filter water. The company, who are known for their glass coffee cups and our favourite glass water bottle that has no plastic touching your water, have released the -
What is natural deodorant
What is natural deodorant? It's a product that stops your pits from smelling bad while still allowing you to sweat. Most mainstream products found at the supermarket are an antiperspirant, which stops you from sweating. They do this -
The use of synthetic preservative Phenoxyethanol in natural skin care products
Let's answer some questions about a lab derived preservative that is used in a variety of products that are predominantly natural ingredient based. Is Phenoxyethanol Safe?What about the FDA warning about PhenoxyethanolWhy is Phenoxyethanol used when there are -
Sometimes it's about reducing the amount of plastic you're using
We saw an interesting post by Who Gives A Crap this Plastic Free July and we really loved the message (see the bottom of this post for the full graphic). It explains how not everyone has the privilege -
How do natural mould cleaners work compared to chlorine bleach based products?
There are two different styles of formulas of natural mould cleaner, in this blog we will explain what they are, how they work, how they compare to what you find at the supermarket and which one we prefer -
Are you candles safe or toxic?
Candle Lovers - warning. There's a chance the candles you're burning are creating some toxins in your home, espeically in cooler weather when the home isn't well ventilated. Are your candles safe or toxic. What ingredients can cause -
Giovanni Curly Girl Styling Guide our top 3 favourite tips
Before Giovanni launched a dedicated Curl Habit range to look after curly hair, they still had a great selection of products that were curly girl approved. A lot more care and attention needs to happen around styling curly -
How long do Beeswax wraps last for?
Lots of people buy beeswax wraps thinking that they are helping the planet by reducing plastic use, which is correct. At this point in time most things are better for the environment than single use plastic. But if