Eco-Friendly Laundry Detergents

Let’s face it; a good bra that provides comfort and makes you feel pretty becomes almost an obsession and needs to be well taken care of. 

Using a detergent specifically designed for your delicates will give them a much longer life. Since tomorrow is Earth Day I thought I would share with you two of our favorite brands and their impact on our earth.

Eucalan

"Eucalan is a No Rinse Delicate Wash that is non-toxic, biodegradable, and free of bleach, phosphates, synthetic fragrance and dye.  Eucalan is pH neutral and is packaged in an easy to recycle, dye free hdpe plastic bottle.  Eucalan is scented with essential oils of eucalyptus, lavender, and grapefruit, and is also available in natural (unscented).  The lanolin acts as a natural conditioner, keeping fibres supple and reducing static." Click here for the ingredient list.

Forever New

www.forevernew.ca

Forever New promises to "Launder with Kindness". Both the powder and liquid detergents for lingerie and swim are made with plant based, biodegradable cleansers. They are never formulated with parabens, phthalates, SLES & dyes, and are never tested on animals. One bottle of the liquid does 126 hand washes and 375 hand washes with the powder. Because of it's organic nature Forever New rinses completely clean, meaning it doesn't cling to the fibers of your delicates, giving them a longer life. Click here for the ingredient list.

To learn more about how to care for your delicates, see Caring for Your Bra, How Long Should My Bra Last?, Swimwear care,  and Caring for Your Delicates.

Happy Earth Day!

Ann and Tammy
real women. real bras. real beauty. ©2013, The Girls Bra Shop Inc.

A Few of My Favorite Things: Travel Edition

With the nickname Gypsy Feet, there is no question that I love to travel. Three to four times a year you'll find me hopping on a plane to the next adventure. Tropical, third world, europe. I love it all.

With a bag always packed, I'm ready to go. Here are a few of my favorite things. Some can be conveniently purchased at The Girls. (Giggle.)

A. Mambo, my faithful travel companion. This little guy has been literally around the world and back.
B. Sunscreen picked up in Japan and menthol salve from Watkins.
C. Downy wrinkle free spray, travel size pit stick and a travel size flat iron.
D. This travel bag from LLBean can be hung up. You can also take the center piece out and hang it up in the shower. Love this feature in hotel and hostel showers.
E. Eucalan Lint Remover Sheets. "Simply peel off the back and then pat it on your garment to remove unwanted lint or hair." 20 sheets per packet. Sold conveniently at The Girls.
F. Eucalan Wipes. Blot or rub the wipe on the affected spot as soon as possible for stain treating. Also sold at The Girls.
G. An emergency kit of body tape for those fashion emergencies. Sold at The Girls.
H. Travel size of the Eucalan detergent. This is great for minimizing what you need to pack for long trips as you can quickly sneak a panty soak in the sink anytime. If you are concerned about liquid allowances, Forever New is a great alternative in the powder form. Both are sold at The Girls.

Ann & Tammy
real women. real bras. real beauty. ©2013, The Girls Bra Shop Inc.

Caring for your delicates ....

Let’s face it; a good bra that provides comfort and makes you feel pretty becomes almost an obsession.  Some women settle on one style and purchase several to ensure they always have a replacement. Other women rely on a special type of bra for their daily workout.  And still others have multiple styles and are always looking for new trends. Regardless of which category you fall into, your bra is important to you, and we at The Girl’s Bra Shop offer products that will increase the longevity of your lingerie and help ensure a great fit.

Organic and biodegradable, Forever New gently cleans, brightens, and promotes longer life in lingerie, hosiery, and swimsuits.  Preserving the fibre-flex and elasticity in your garment allows all fine garments to look new longer.

Organic, non-toxic, and biodegradable, Eucalan is a NO RINSE lanolin product that reduces the work of hand washing and keeps your delicates looking new and beautiful longer.

Great for women on the go.  

Remember, rule number one is “always hand wash your delicates” to ensure they provide you with the best fit over a longer period time.  For great tips on proper care and washing techniques, revisit How Long Should My Bra Last. 

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