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Hi! I'm Ivy—a certified organic skincare formulator, certified project manager, and passionate clean living advocate. My mission is to make clean living effortless and enjoyable.

I founded Ivy & Fields, a curated non-toxic shop offering tried and tested high-performing everyday essentials. We’re more than just a shop—we’re a community that values ingredient transparency and supporting small, ethical brands.

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Aging Gracefully: Spa Treatments [Episode 3]

In episode 3 of our Aging Gracefully series, we sit down with Jeanette Acosta—paramedical esthetician, laser-trained clinician, biomedical engineering alum, product formulator, and celebrity facialist—who runs Skintique Spa in Miami....

Are Seed Oils In Skincare Bad?

Are seed oils in skincare bad? Short answer: no. Learn how fatty-acid profiles, processing, and skin compatibility—not the “seed oil” label—determine skin outcomes. Evidence-based guide with sources.

Why Your Natural Laundry Detergent Isn't Working

Laundry still stinks after switching to natural detergent? Here’s why—and how to strip laundry safely. Step-by-step recipes, hard-water tips, and the natural detergent we trust.

I Went No-Poo. Here's What Happened.

If you’ve spent any time in natural living circles, you’ve probably heard of the no-poo method—short for "no shampoo." It’s a movement that challenges the conventional haircare industry by ditching traditional...

Aging Gracefully: At-Home Skincare [Episode 2]

In episode 2 of our Aging Gracefully series, we dive into why at-home skincare matters most—because even if you get monthly facials, 70–80% of your results come from daily habits....

Your Guide To At-Home Skincare

You can spend hundreds on facials, but if you aren’t showing up for your skin every day, you’re missing 80% of the results. That doesn’t mean you need a complicated...

Meet Organic Ivy

If you’ve been around Ivy & Fields for a while, you already know our heart beats for small brands. Our shop is filled with products from founders who pour themselves...

Aging Gracefully From Within [Episode 1]

Welcome to Aging Gracefully—a holistic, non-toxic series where we say 'no thanks' to the pressure of Botox injectables and yes to looking and feeling our best the natural way. We've...

Understanding the Comedogenic Rating Scale

If you've ever struggled with breakouts after trying a new skincare product, you may have come across the term "comedogenic rating." But what does it really mean? And can it...

Crunchy & Co is Now Ivy & Fields

When I first launched Crunchy & Co, it was rooted in a single belief: that clean living shouldn’t feel like a chore. I wanted to solve the frustrations so many...

Clean Protein Powders, The Ultimate Comparison

This guide will break down how to evaluate a clean protein powder—covering protein types, ingredient quality, third-party testing, and more—before diving into a detailed brand comparison of over 24 brands...

Why I Don’t Recommend You Switch Your Shampoo (Yet)

This sounds completely backward coming from a non-toxic shop. But stick with me—because this just might be the most refreshing take you’ll read on this tough category. When people first dive...