Well, this is a fun way to kick off the new year! I know...I know, it's 18 days in, but still...

Being part of the feature on clean beauty in DHome’s Spring 2023 issue was a great experience. Make sure to grab a copy and check out pages 46-47, where I share a bit of my story and how I learned about how unregulated the beauty industry that I had been a part of was and is, along with some tips and a few of my fave clean beauty brands. Doing this feature reminds me of why I do what I do. I love doing the work/research for my clients, so they don't have to test out every new product or clean beauty brand to see whether it's genuinely safer and, bottom line, performs. I educate then I still get to create. Meshing the best of both worlds for me. 

And even though I've been on one of my social media breaks, it doesn't mean I'm not working with my clients or new ones on the daily. There isn't a better time than starting the year by cleaning up your beauty routine. If you've been thinking about doing a Makeup Bag Update & Detox appointment with me, reach out, and we'll get one booked for you. 

Check out my website: deannaboyd.com as I offer different services, from makeup tutorials to portrait photography. 

Some fantastical things are coming in 2023, so stay tuned, my friends! 

xo - Deanna 

Do you know what's In your water?

Water, an integral part of our survival, without it, we would not remain alive. Have you ever thought about what's in your tap water? Filtered or not? It should be safe to drink, right? Did you know that even trace levels of these contaminants like; chromium hexavalent (yes, this is the contaminant that Erin Brokovich dealt with), arsenic, lead, pharmaceutical drugs, etc. can cause many health issues. Health problems such as cancer, hormone disruption, organ damage, thyroid issues...this list can go on and on. Bottled water, well, this is a multi-billion dollar industry that has not only wreaked havoc on the environment and many communities (watch the documentary Tapped) but has fewer regulations than tap water, that is crazy!!! Not okay. 

My husband and I have always used a water filter of some sort, whether it was a Brita pitcher or refrigerator filter. We were thinking about doing a reverse osmosis water system, but then we would need to take supplements for the lack of minerals with such a system. After much research, we decided on the Big Berkey System 2.25 gallon capacity for our family of 3. It's a perfect size for us, easy to fill and use. (see links below) We love it! The water tastes like nothing. Clean. How it should be. 

Environmental Working Group has a tap water database. Look yours up. Here is what I found in my zip code: 
https://www.ewg.org/tapwater/system.php…

The last time there was an assessment of our water supply in Dallas county was January to March 2017; the results were compliant with federal health-based safety standards. In 2015, ten contaminants tested above health guidelines. Also, are the contaminant levels that are legal, really safe? Plenty of scientists believe even in small amounts; most contaminants could still pose a health issue. Decide for yourself, do your research, get your family a water filtration system/pitcher. There are a lot of reputable brands that can get most of the contaminants out. (see resources below)

Find out what's in your tap water here: 
https://www.ewg.org/tapwater/#.Wc5E5UyZOuU
Read about pollution resources. Eye-opening. 

Resources: 
https://www.ewg.org/tapwater/water-filter-guide.php…
https://www.berkeywater.com/
https://www.zerowater.com/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c_b0A3IegAg
http://www.flowthefilm.com/