Sustainable beauty practices are permeating the Hollywood scene. The skin and hair of those in the industry suffer a chemical attack for the sake of “the shot”, “the craft”, SHOWBIZ.

Recently, EFW spoke with Marisa Quinn, an actress whose most recent projects include a portrayal as the character Huilen in Twilight Breaking Dawn Part 2, Castle (TV show), and her current project, “Distant Thunder”, about some of her favorite products and practices in caring for her skin. 

Gucci’s Creative Director Frida Giannini has designed a new sustainable line of signature handbags in cooperation with the Green Carpet Challenge (GCC). The GCC brand was introduced in 2009 by Livia Firth, Creative Director at Eco Age, and Lucy Siegle, British environmental journalist. Their aim was to “raise the profile of ethics in the global fashion industry,” Siegle writes in her weekly ethical living column for The Observer. 

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Compassion Couture’s mission is to prove that it is possible to have a strong sense of beliefs without sacrificing your sense of style.  Born from personal experience, the online boutique was started by two sisters/best friends who had a hard time finding fashions that were in line with their cruelty-free and eco-friendly ethics.  Being non-meat eaters with a sincere welfare for the environment, the young ladies wanted to create a store that they would shop at – bringing together stylish, high-quality, eco-friendly and vegan items all in one easy place.

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The Barefoot Athletic Company is an eco-friendly athletic apparel and accessories company whose mission is to support and encourage the everyday athlete through products that motivate and inspire.  They believe that eco-friendly doesn’t have to mean boring and therefore, their bold and vibrant designs don’t sacrifice comfort for style! Their 100% organic cotton tees are soft and light enough for sport, and their Strive Performance-wear made from silky soft bamboo and recycled polyester is feather light, breathable and naturally moisture wicking.

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Conscious culture and fashion as storytelling that makes being “green” feel so great!

4 elements offers eco-fashion and accessories from here and abroad, organic beauty and health products, findings for your home, décor or your low-impact lunch habits, all carefully selected to create a unique, modern and 100% green boutique!