Starre Vartan
Starre Vartan is founder and editor-in-chief of Eco-Chick.com and the author of the Eco-Chick Guide to Life. She's also a freelance science and environment writer who has published in National Geographic, CNN, Scientific American, Mental Floss, Pacific Standard, the NRDC, and many more. She lives on an island in Puget Sound with her partner and black cat. She was a geologist in her first career, and still picks up rocks wherever she goes.
Moringa Oil is My New Favorite: Eco Chick Tested
I am a facial oil junkie (if there is such a thing); I have been sleeping in argan oil, washing with coconut oil, and adding my own essential oil mixtures to both. And yes, my skin has never looked better. So I was pretty interested when Kosia Naturals offered to…
Super Energizing Chocolate Breakfast Smoothie Recipe: Yes, It’s Healthy!
Some mornings are better than others, right? And sometimes you just don’t want a cup of coffee or tea—you’re hungry, but you need a boost too. This past Monday was one of those days for me. I made the following smoothie with amazon green powder and it kept me going…
El Naturalista Boots: Business in the Front, Party in the Back
El Naturalista Calibri boots are made with lower-impact processes in ways that give back to local and international communities.
7 Fab Ethical Fashion Picks from Modcloth!
I picked 7 ethical fashion pieces that I found particularly on trend for this fall.
Eco-Chick Giveaway #1: We Love Ethical Fashion Goody Box
We're giving away a bunch of cool stuff, valued at over $150.
Camel’s Milk, the New African Skin-Care Secret: Eco Chick Tested
Camel’s milk is widely used by women in Africa and their beautiful skin is a testament to its efficacy.
VOZ: Handmade Fair Fashion for the New Modern Look
Sometimes, runway shows can change your perception of a line of clothing. VOZ (which means voice) is a prime example; the level of detail on many of the pieces is hard to comprehend until you see them in person. I attended the VOZ runway show at New York Fashion Week, held at Milk…
The Auralis Convertible Jumper: An Eco Fashion Classic
The Auralis Convertible Jumper is my newest favorite does-it-all.
Groovetastic Headphones That Look Great and Give Back: UrbanEars Re:Plattan
Since I write and think about ways to minimize my impact, I was excited to find these supercolorful Urbanears Re:Plattan headphones.
5 Creative Uses For Mason Jars In The Kitchen
The super-versatile mason jar can be used in myriad ways.
