THE IVY EDIT

Welcome To The Ivy Edit

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.

The Ivy Edit is our blog where I go deeper—breaking down ingredients, products, and clean living topics so you can make informed, no-BS decisions.

I take on research projects that matter to our community, from ingredient safety to how-to guides. A lot of these topics start in our private Facebook group—where I share more personally, answer questions, and get inspired for what to cover next. Join us!

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A Non-Toxic Guide to Quats

If you hang out in the non-toxic space long enough, you’ll hear “quats” (short for quaternary ammonium compounds) treated like one big bad category. I understand why. Some quats release formaldehyde,...

Aging Gracefully: The Full Series

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...

Clean Matcha, The Ultimate Comparison

Most people turn to matcha when they are wanting to lower their caffeine intake. As a longtime coffee lover, I decided to do a deeper dive into this wildly popular...

What Is Manuka Honey? Benefits, MGO Explained, and How to Buy Authentic

Manuka honey has become one of the most sought-after functional foods in the clean living and wellness space. Many people know it is considered more potent than regular honey, but...

Paracress Extract: Uses and Benefits for Skin Aging

As I’ve gotten deeper into aging-focused skincare, I’ve become far more interested in ingredients that support the skin’s natural function rather than temporarily masking changes. One plant that kept popping...

Choosing A Spouse Is A Health Decision

This month marks my 10-year wedding anniversary, and it’s got me reflecting on the surprising truth I’ve learned: choosing a spouse is a health decision. Not just a romantic one....

Clean Creatine, The Ultimate Comparison

Finding a truly clean creatine can feel confusing. There are dozens of “advanced” forms and lots of flavored blends that add more than you need. This guide keeps it simple—what...

A Beginner's Guide To Gua Sha

Gua sha is something I only started doing this year. If you saw Episode 2 of Aging Gracefully or our quick IG snippet, you know one of our favorite estheticians swears...

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...