Eco Lifestyle

It was a little less than a year ago that Hong Konger Lisa Odell became acutely aware of the sheer volume of plastic waste mounting in her own household. More specifically, she suddenly realized she was throwing the rubbish out daily.…
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In April's Scoop: Are vegans savings the world? The horrific side of salmon farming. What is rainforest-free fashion? And the world's first avocado bar has finally arrived...
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When Olive Wong Chui noticed the abrasive redness on her niece's chubby baby cheeks, she got down to work. As the founder of an all natural beauty brand, the UCLA alum knew a thing or two about maintaining healthy skin; her mother was a …
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In a perfect world, I live in a home filled with TREE.  Stepping off the elevators on the 28th floor of Horizon Plaza, the strong, earthy aroma of wood captures my senses: it's intoxicatingly fresh and wholesomely restorative. As my eyes…
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As spring has sprung, the rise in temperature (and humidity) has us wanting to shed out of our winter garbs and be out OM-ing in the sunshine, trail running with friends, and dancing while the days are long. In tune with health and fitness…
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With the advent of knowledge surrounding the importance of buying organic (from organic nutrition, to organic beauty, and organic cotton - remember when we told you that conventional cotton is one of the world's dirtiest crops?!), it comes…
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As one of the world's most famed culinary capitals, Hong Kong is home to thousands of restaurants. Between our 87 Michelin-starred restaurants, exquisite upscale dining, traditional Chinese eateries, trendy pop-up cafes, and glorious…
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Last year, a captivating animated music video made by artist/illustrator Steve Cutts and Moby & the Void Pacific Choir went viral about society's increasing dependence on technology. A monochrome Max Fleishman-inspired animation, the…
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There is no denying the biological benevolence of trees. As the largest plants on the planets, trees create an entire ecosystem in and of themselves, providing a habitat for animals. They absorb carbon monoxide from the air and release…
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Jean Louis David, a legendary name in the hair world since 1961 has one of its 1,200 salons right here in Hong Kong, in the heart of Central on Queen's Road Central. The salon prides itself on being current when it comes to fashion and hair…
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Aunt Flo. Time of the month. Surfing the crimson wave. Shark week. Just a few of the slew of expressions in common parlance that refer to a woman's period- all euphemisms to hide a completely natural aspect of womanhood: menstruation. The…
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Looking out through the hazy, smog-filled mornings in Hong Kong, we can’t help but panic over the questionable air quality being inhaled on a daily. Much of what we expose our bodies to, and consequently, what we put on our skin, gets…
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Ah January! It is such a hopeful month- a whole year of wonderful experiences ahead. The start of a new year is for many of us a time of change, an opportunity for self improvement, a chance to rethink our habits- a new beginning, really.…
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1. Recycle, Recycle, Recycle Absolutely no excuses. Talk to your building, train your helper and kids, and research what your municipality takes. Look for other options for those items your city doesn't take, such as Call2Recycle's battery…
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The holidays are upon us and it's undoubtedly a joyful time of the year. It can also be a very un-eco, selfish time, where shopping and consuming overtake the spirit of giving that is at the heart of Christmas. We all need a reminder on…
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Let's face it, being a fashionista and being kind to the planet are past-times that are frequently at odds. What should a clothes-obsessed lady to do? One easy answer is to purchase more pre-loved items. It used to be that vintage clothes…
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By Tracy Turo, Green Queen Co-Founder & Co-Publisher A couple of weeks ago, I had the distinct pleasure of spending an afternoon with Hong Kong's eco hair pioneer, the one and only Emmanuel Faipoux, founder and veteran hair…
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We have a little crush on Emma Kwan and her awesome new online shop 360 Health & Fitness. The site has one of the best collections of wellness brands we have seen in recent months, many of which are new to Hong Kong (she brought us…
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We've said it before and we will say it again: our fair city is a truly blessed place and despite the crazy concrete jungle we spend most of our week in, those looking to get away on weekends have ample opportunity, with beaches and…
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Who doesn't love a mani/pedi? It's one of life's affordable luxuries, and in Hong Kong, there's certainly no shortage of nail salons on every street corner ready to file, buff and paint our fingers and toes to perfection.…
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One of the most popular topics of conversation in Hong Kong is the city' poor air quality. However, you may be surprised to learn that the US Environmental Protection Agency estimates that over 70 percent of our exposure to chemicals…
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