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Katie Wells: Transforming Personal Care One Step at a Time with Wellness Mama
Manage episode 395520712 series 2989108
Topics Covered
- The importance of simple swaps in personal care for health and ecological benefits.
- Katie’s approach to upleveling personal care products starting with high-impact areas such as the oral microbiome, skin microbiome, and hair care.
- Baby steps in personal care that can make a significant difference over time.
Katie’s journey to starting Wellnesse:
- A combination of her research into oral health and the need for effective products that met natural standards.
- The inception was reluctant but turned into a passionate undertaking.
- The focus on creating products that work as well or better than conventional counterparts without toxic chemicals.
Understanding Oral Health:
- Katie’s personal discovery of the oral microbiome’s role in health.
- The potential for teeth to remineralize from minor cavities.
- The importance of nurturing a balanced oral microbiome for overall wellness.
Product Impact and Safety:
- The products we use in our mouth and on our skin can enter the bloodstream rapidly—this can be beneficial if the products contain supportive and nourishing ingredients.
- Hydroxyapatite as a key ingredient in natural toothpaste for remineralization.
- Wellnesse’s focus on safe, transparent ingredients with external verification such as EWG ratings.
The Importance of Sustainable Practices:
- Wellnesse’s dedication to sustainability, from product formulation to packaging.
- Katie’s perspective on the plastic crisis and choice to utilize biodegradable packaging.
- The B Corp certification that Wellnesse achieved, ensuring the company’s holistic dedication to ethical practices.
How to Support and Uplevel Your Health
- Prioritize oral care and hair care as they have the greatest impact on health and exposure to chemicals.
- Be wary of greenwashing in the personal care industry; aim for products with external certifications and transparent ingredient lists.
- Consider the impact of clothing and linen care products like laundry detergent on our skin’s microbiome and health.
Resources and Links
- Wellnesse - Use code JMcoach for a discount
For the complete show notes and links visit: inspiredliving.show/122
153 episodes
Manage episode 395520712 series 2989108
Topics Covered
- The importance of simple swaps in personal care for health and ecological benefits.
- Katie’s approach to upleveling personal care products starting with high-impact areas such as the oral microbiome, skin microbiome, and hair care.
- Baby steps in personal care that can make a significant difference over time.
Katie’s journey to starting Wellnesse:
- A combination of her research into oral health and the need for effective products that met natural standards.
- The inception was reluctant but turned into a passionate undertaking.
- The focus on creating products that work as well or better than conventional counterparts without toxic chemicals.
Understanding Oral Health:
- Katie’s personal discovery of the oral microbiome’s role in health.
- The potential for teeth to remineralize from minor cavities.
- The importance of nurturing a balanced oral microbiome for overall wellness.
Product Impact and Safety:
- The products we use in our mouth and on our skin can enter the bloodstream rapidly—this can be beneficial if the products contain supportive and nourishing ingredients.
- Hydroxyapatite as a key ingredient in natural toothpaste for remineralization.
- Wellnesse’s focus on safe, transparent ingredients with external verification such as EWG ratings.
The Importance of Sustainable Practices:
- Wellnesse’s dedication to sustainability, from product formulation to packaging.
- Katie’s perspective on the plastic crisis and choice to utilize biodegradable packaging.
- The B Corp certification that Wellnesse achieved, ensuring the company’s holistic dedication to ethical practices.
How to Support and Uplevel Your Health
- Prioritize oral care and hair care as they have the greatest impact on health and exposure to chemicals.
- Be wary of greenwashing in the personal care industry; aim for products with external certifications and transparent ingredient lists.
- Consider the impact of clothing and linen care products like laundry detergent on our skin’s microbiome and health.
Resources and Links
- Wellnesse - Use code JMcoach for a discount
For the complete show notes and links visit: inspiredliving.show/122
153 episodes
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