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Exposing the Hidden Toxins in Luxury Interiors

Exposing the Hidden Toxins in Luxury Interiors

In recent years, a spotlight on sustainable living has illuminated the hidden corners of the luxury interiors market, revealing a landscape that, while seemingly opulent, often harbors a toxic secret. In this article, we take a closer look at five materials, commonly found in luxury interiors, uncovering their hidden toxins, and offering sustainable alternatives for a home that is both luxurious and non-toxic.
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5 Healthwashing Scams the Wellness Industry Doesn't Want You to Know

5 Healthwashing Scams the Wellness Industry Doesn't Want You to Know

So, what exactly is "Healthwashing"? Healthwashing is a deceptive marketing practice wherein products are dressed up as health-conscious or eco-friendly, while in reality, they may be harmful to both our well-being and the environment. In this article, we'll delve deeper into the top five healthwashing scams to avoid in your self-care spaces and healthy lifestyle, and we'll shed light on the implications of falling for these misleading claims.

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OM-g: The Environmental Impact of the Yoga Industry

OM-g: The Environmental Impact of the Yoga Industry

As the popularity of yoga continues to soar, it's important for us to look closely at the environmental impact of the yoga industry. While yoga promotes harmony, mindfulness, and connection with nature, the production and consumption of yoga-related products can have significant consequences on the environment. In this blog, we explore the environmental challenges posed by the yoga industry and discuss ways to make the practice more sustainable.
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What is a V.O.C.? Identify Off-gassing Plastics in Your Home+ Know Why They are Harmful to your Health

What are VOCs? Understand Off-gassing Plastics + Why They are Harmful to your Health

VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds) are harmful airborne chemicals that released into the air through a process called off-gassing. In this article, we explore what exactly VOCs are, we call out the most common off-gassing plastics found in our daily lives, and we explore why these sneaky and prevalent chemicals pose a threat to our health.
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Discover + Balance the Fire Element in your Home

Discover + Balance the Fire Element in your Home

In Traditional Chinese Medicine and the ancient Indian science for architecture and design, Vastu Shastra, the principles of balancing the elements extend beyond our bodies to the spaces we inhabit....
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Spring Cleaning Toxins: 5 Ways to Make a Clean and Sustainable Home with Mache

Beware of Cleaning Toxins: 5 Ways to Keep a Clean + Chemical-free Home

Spring is finally here! It's time to open up the windows, let in some fresh air, and give our homes a deep clean. But did you know that many conventional...
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Sustainable Interior Design by Brienne Derosier, CEO of Mache

Plan for a Non-Toxic Home: Eco-Friendly Interior Design Choices

Are you looking to create a toxin-free environment in your home? It's time to think beyond organic food and sustainable yoga props. One of the most significant ways you can...
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Mache CEO, Brienne Derosier

Interview with Mache Founder: Brienne Derosier

Brienne Derosier balances her career as CEO and her passion for design with a strong yoga practice and pursuit of personal and planetary wellness. As founder of eco-friendly fitness storage...
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Penelope Dullaghan Cosmos Illustration for Mache

Conversation with Illustrator Penelope Dullaghan

Penelope Dullaghan is an award-winning illustrator living in Indiana. Mache is honored to partner with Penelope on an exclusive Homi Yoga Mat Tube Collection. Read this interview with her and learn more about her design inspiration and creative process!
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Illustrator Harmony Willow Hansen Interview

Conversation with Illustrator Harmony Willow

Harmony Willow is an illustrator in Brooklyn, NY. True to her name, Harmony loves creating artwork that connects with people in a positive, healthy way. She strives hard to include everyone in...
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Woman practicing yoga at Cow Horn winery

The Best Yoga Mat Storage Options

Your yoga mat is the foundation of your practice. It grounds you in the present moment and supports your movement as you transition from one pose to the next.  The...
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Mache CEO, Brienne Derosier, practicing yoga in front of her sustainable fitness prop designs

How To Choose The Best Yoga Mat Storage

So, you've got a yoga mat. But if you're not storing it properly, you might be experiencing mess, clutter, and chaos; words that come to mind when you think of...
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