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Vejo Blender

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Simplify Your Nutrition

I’ve been a smoothie-drinker for many years and have finally found a blender that’s convenient and fits all of my needs. With the Vejo blender, nutrition meets convenience by offering nutritious blends that take 30 seconds or less!

Take your Vejo to the beach, on a boat, or in a plane because it’s portable, TSA approved and battery-powered, making it easy to blend wherever you go!

Fuel your immunity with Vejo’s immunity fuel to protect against harmful viruses and bacteria.

Good For You, Good For The Planet

According to research, more than 14 million tons of plastic packaging are manufactured in the US yearly. Over 70% of that plastic ends up in landfills. Vejo works hard to shift the plastic paradigm with its gorgeous, minimal packaging and reusable all-in-one blender.

Vejo pods are made from corn and are 100% biodegradable, renewable components that will soon also be water-soluble. Environment-friendly products are so important to me!

Nutritional Quality + Pods

Vejo smoothies aren’t just convenient, they’re fresh and tasty, too! Fruits and veggies are picked at peak ripeness, freeze-dried within hours to preserve taste and nutritional value, and delivered in a 100% biodegradable corn pod to satisfy your tastebuds.

Choose from 3 starter kits ranging from bestseller pods to pre and post-workout pods to wellness and immunity pods! You can even have a consult with their team and develop a custom blend just for your needs.  Their best-selling starter kit offers a variety of flavors, including banana almond, piña greens, clean greens, and pacific northwest tart berry.

What better way to sneak greens into your kids’ diets?

In addition, their iced coffee is one of my personal favorites and only 50 calories! I mix mine with water; however, a milk base is also appropriate. Each pod is naturally sweetened with Stevia for a smooth flavor you’ll love!

 

Vejo Details + How To Use

The Vejo blender is offered in nine different colors and made from soft material on the outside with stainless steel on the inside. It also contains a camera that connects straight to the Vejo app. You will be able to order new blends, see ingredients, and set reminders. So cool, right?!

A blender has never been so easy to use!

After you’ve ordered and received your new Vejo, charge it by turning the blender top upside down to remove the charging capsule and plug it in.  Once your Vejo battery is fully charged, add cold water to the fill line and load your pod. Close the Vejo cap and twist it clockwise until you hear a “click.” The device will begin blending automatically for 30 seconds until the light turns solid green. It’s as simple as that!

See my full video how-to guide HERE.

  1. Always have time for a nutritious drink.
  2. Kids love the taste.
  3. 100% biodegradable corn pods, soon water-soluble.
  4. So many blends to choose from. Whether you are looking for sleep or post-workout there is a blend for everyone.
  5. One charge is good for 30 Blends making it perfect for work, play, or travel.
  6. Fruit and veggies picked at peak ripeness, then freeze-dried for ultimate freshness.
  7. Easily connects to the Vejo app for tech options to keep you in the know of what you are consuming and hassle-free reordering.

This blender is a gamechanger! Order yours and let me know how you like it!

Use code HFL8Pack for a free 8 pack of your choice added to your starter pack.

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Light & Dwell Virtual Design

Interior design can be so intimidating and time-consuming! With so many options online, it’s tough to know the quality, the best fit, and what will match. However, Light & Dwell makes it easy by offering two primary services – Virtual Design and Full Service Design. Having both interior and outdoor spaces look fresh and modern with an elegant traditional charm is what Light & Dwell does best. Not to mention, they are very responsive by email and have been on-point with my personal design style!

Virtual Process:

Light & Dwell’s mission is to help others love their space. They understand that house renovations and interior design can be overwhelming and are ready to tackle projects with you! So, how does the virtual design process work? It’s super simple. First, choose the space you would like to have them design for a flat-rate fee. Pick new furniture to freshen things up or keep some of your current pieces for a mix. They leave it up to you! Next, fill out Light & Dwell’s Design Form, including measurements, budget, photos, and a Pinterest link to your room inspiration board. From here, you only have to wait two weeks for your mood board and a spreadsheet with shoppable links to come back. They’re quick, huh?! Review it for one round of edits, and they will get back to you within another week. That’s it! Shop and enjoy your new space. It’s so easy that it’s seriously addictive. This design service is perfect for anyone with the do-it-yourself spirit, working within a budget and needs assistance sourcing product and designing the layout. Everything is done efficiently through email, so all you have to do is sit back and relax.

Act fast for $50.00 off any space with the code Herfashionedlife50 through May 1st.

Stay tuned for my bathroom revel in coming posts!

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H-E-B COVID-19 shopping tips

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Grocery Shopping Tips for Quarantine

Grocery Shopping Tips for Quarantine

 

Grocery Shopping Tips To Stay Safe

While the world is sheltering in place, the one thing we all will need to do is leave the house to get is food. When you do have to leave your home, I’m very sure staying safe and healthy is at the front of your thoughts.  I’ve gathered some tips and resources below to help you do just that when your grocery shopping.

Choose Your Store Wisely

You want a grocery store that has implemented the recommended COVID-19 safeguards for customers and employees. For me, that store is hands-down H-E-B here in Texas.

Texas grocery chain H-E-B revealed its stores have been preparing for COVID-19 for months. Stores and carts are deep cleaned every day, and partners are given daily training and education on elevated sanitation protocols. They are on top of social distancing, keeping people at recommended 6′.  Associates are there to help and guide you to open check out stands. Checkstand partitions are in place to offer a buffer between the cashier and the customer.

H-E-B has uniquely been able to stay stocked, manage social distancing, and even donate $3 million to help with novel coronavirus aid, thanks to a year-round, full-time emergency preparedness staff.

Today I went to the grocery store and was able to buy toilet paper, paper towels, paper plates, and bottled water with no problem. The shelves were by no means full, but the was an adequate supply for the demand.

It’s all a little unsettling that we have to take these measures. I do feel at ease, knowing, and seeing all of the safety protocols in place! Now for your side of things to do.

Steps To Take At The Store

  1. Go to the grocery store right when it opens or before. You’ll find more items stocked, have to be around fewer people, and the store will be freshly sanitized!
  2. Go into the store with sanitized/washed hands or wear fresh gloves.
  3. Keep your wet sanitizer wipe with you. Most likely, there will be an option to take one when you enter the store, but just in case. Give the cart a little extra cleaning on the handle.
  4. Keep your phone in your pocket. There is no need to expose it to any germs.
  5. Since your phone is safely away, you’ll need to write out your grocery list on paper. Try to organize your list by the department—listing all the fresh foods together, dairy, frozen, and such. This way, you will spend less time in the store and won’t need to double back for forgotten items. Doing this also will save you from going down aisles you do not need to. Get in and get out as quickly as possible.
  6. At the checkout counter, if you do not have gloves on, use your knuckle instead of your fingertip. If you still have your wipe, you can cover your finger with that too.
  7. I like to bring my own bags. ( love this washable set of four) I know where they have been, and I have already sanitized them at home, and more items always fit into these larger bags than plastic or paper bags. You will have less to pack into your car and on your counter when you get home, if you use your bags.

When You Get Home

  1. Bring in the bags and set in and set them in one place on your counter.
  2. Wash your hands thoroughly, change your clothes if you feel the need.
  3. Go back outside and spray your car down with disinfectant where the bags were, your steering wheel, shifter, blinker, seat-belt.
  4. Take everything out of your bags and place in one spot, sanitize your bags for your next trip.
  5. As you put items away, wipe them with sanitizer. For fruit and veggies, wash them with soap.
  6. Sanitize your counter where the food and bags where.

H-E-B COVID-19 shopping tips

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I hope this helps and stay safe and home. We will get through this day-by-day and together!

Please share any tips you have below in the comments for us all to know about.

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My Staycation At ARRIVE hotel

My husband and I both have hectic work lives making it hard to get away. He can get called out of town for work last minute, making it hard to plan ahead to take advantage of lower airline rates. Childcare is also a challenge without family in town for couples trips. However, we started taking a spur of the moment staycations, and that has been a game-changer! So when The ARRIVE hotel reached out to me to come to stay at there new hotel on the east side of Austin, I knew it would be a great fit!

Checking In

Refreshingly, everything is done a little differently here. First, there is not a huge hotel lobby. The check-in desk is discretely located to the side of their gorgeous restaurant, Vixon’s Wedding. I was pleased to be offered locally made waters and cocktails (some of my current favorites)  from vintage ice-chest.  After they give you your keys you are on a text basis for communication the rest of your stay. If you need anything at all, charger cube, ice, towels, valet, you just text your needs and they make it happen.

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The Room

We were given the Kinda Suite room. The modern/vintage decor was beyond cute! Think, concrete ceiling, luxe wallpaper, natural woods, and a crisp modern tiled bathroom. The vintage touches, such as the retro Bluetooth radio, mini-fridge, and artwork, were perfection.

I loved the conveniences the room had like Apple TV so that you can stream your shows, and the cute coffee table books to browse.  It really was all about the natural lighting though! This room had multiple floor to ceiling windows that lit up the space beautifully!

This is also a dog-friendly hotel, so you have the option to bring your pup! Austin is such a dog-loving city, and I do not believe there is a patio in town that dogs are not welcome.

 

Restaurants & Cocktail Bars

ARRIVE is not only a fabulous place to stay, but the restaurant and bars attached to it are also some of the best in Austin! I had been to Vixen’s Wedding before I stayed here for drinks, so I knew the decor and vibe were next level amazing.  However, I hadn’t eaten there before. We had the tasting menu which is multiple courses of chefs choice appetizers, entrees, and a dessert. The food is Goan Portuguese inspired. Everything was so good, but the crudo, fried green tomatoes, bread, and duck stood out for me!

After dinner, we went up to The Gin Bar to have specialty cocktails on the open-air patio. Heaters and are there for warmth in the colder months. In addition to the cozy seating areas around gas fireplaces, there is bar seating overlooking the view and Lefty’s Brick Bar. 

Lefty’s Brick Bar is definitely a place we love to visit. There is a cute seating area inside with the bar and kitchen but it’s mostly all outside with a rock covered ground, picnic tables, and a fun New Orleans vibe. It is also very dog-friendly, and Austinites know it and love it!

Discount

Right now you can get $50.00 off a two-night stay using this code! You won’t be disappointed!

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7 Tips For The Ultimate Staycation

  1. Plan something special. A dinner reservation to somewhere you’ve never been, a local event or concert. Check out the city magazine to see what’s going on. If you’re in Austin, this link will give you the low down.
  2. Bring your chic loungewear, including slippers, silk robe, cozy joggers.
  3. Even the best resorts can have windows that are too bright and walls too thin, so don’t forget an eye mask and earplugs if you’re sensitive to light and sound when you sleep.
  4. Give yourself a pass to relax. Do whatever that looks like for you. Maybe it’s unplugging from your phone, taking a much-needed nap, or reading a book. Enjoy each other and have fun!
  5. Have fun documenting your staycation! Take a selfie with every location you visit.
  6. Bring some champagne or your favorite wine with you! You can also bring your glassware to make it extra special. Just keep it all in your room.
  7. Check your credit card points to see if you can upgrade your room.

Need a packing guide for your next resort staycation? Read more here.

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Photography: Paige Casey

Sponsored by: ARRIVE hotels

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5 Ways To Have A Happier & Healthier 2020
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Happier & Healthier 2020

A new decade is upon us, and with it, I’m feeling a sense of freshness and positive energy. These first few weeks of the new year are filled with resolutions and goals. So what can you do to have a happier & healthier 2020?

My top 5 tips are below for a happier & healthier 2020

1. START A HYDRATION PLAN

You probably know this, but water is good for you, like really good for you! Your body is made up of 60% water, making water fundamental to our wellness. Not drinking enough water daily will lead to mild dehydration. I have to admit I am guilty of not drinking enough water. That I why, I have decided to partner with Flow Hydration and join their healthy hydration challenge of drinking 2 liters of alkaline water a day for 30 days. I’m excited to see the difference hydrating my body will make! You can join me as well! Use the LINK HERE for a two for one discount off Flow Packs of water to stock up for the challenge!

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2. PRACTICE SUSTAINABLABILTY

Whether you’re concerned with saving trees, using less energy, or saving water, a sustainable lifestyle will help the planet. Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle. Water packaging can be a significant drain on sustainability. I can rest easy knowing the fact that Flow Hydration is a mindfull company that has created a 100% recyclable package and is made with a low carbon imprint.

3. POSITIVE THOUGHTS

If you follow my Instagram, you know, I’m a big proponent of positive thinking. I’ve seen this in action in my life and believe that positive thoughts attract a positive life. Your attitude controls your life, so control your attitude and control your life.

4. CREATE A MORNING ROUTINE

Creating a morning routine will help your entire day get off to a productive start. My morning routine starts with a vegan protein shake and taking my daily supplements. Then I take my son to school and go workout. I’ll be adding drinking 1 liter of alkaline water before noon to my routine during the Flow challenge. A morning routine will help you overcome procrastination and be a more positive, healthier person. It basically will set you up for success.

5. ELIMINATE CLUTTER

It seems like everyone is talking about eliminating clutter. I always feel like I’ve had a good detox after I clean out a closet or space that has become cluttered. I will remove everything that is not currently serving me, and I do not have a use for. Then donate the purged items to be reused by someone else.  Valuable items can be sold on resale sites.

Happier & Healthier 2020

When you share your intention on social media, tag #intheflow30 on Instagram to be entered to win a one-year supply of Flow and more!

Sponsored by: Flow

Photography by: Cathy Sunu Photography

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If you’re unfamiliar with Liketoknow.it, or entirely at a loss of how to use it, your not alone!  Liketoknow.it takes a little bit of work to get going, but after you do the easy registration, it’s a quick way to shop my daily looks.

shop liketoknow.itThe first thing you to do is go to the app store and download the liketoknow.it app.   Then register your name and email.

Next, you will need to tap on the search influencers tab and search my name, Herfashionedlife, and follow me. That’s all it takes!  You can then quickly scroll through my shoppable outfits and products on that app. Also, anytime you screenshot a picture on your phone from my feed or stories, a shoppable email will be sent to you automatically.

DIRECT LINK TO MY Liketoknow.it here – www.liketoknowit.com/herfashionedlife

After you have the app downloaded, another easy way to shop is on Instagram.  For another simple way to shop my looks, you can follow me on Instagram HERE. Then go to an outfit post you like, screenshot it on your phone, and you will get a shoppable email sent to you.

Lastly, if you shop on this website, you do not need to sign up for Liketoknow.it. You can get right to what you want just by clicking the link that shows up after you tap the picture.

 

I make a small commission off your purchase only if you do one of the above. I truly appreciate it when you shop any of these methods. It helps me to know what your liking, so I can focus more on that. The commission helps validate all of the hours I put into this business. Lastly, brands love to look at my engagement level for active shoppers.

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Packing Essentials For A Resort Staycation
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Staycation

It seems like, finding 7-10 days to block out over summer vacation without having to worry kids is not an easy task. The easy part is finding a fantastic destination resort that is still within a 2-hour drive from my house in Austin! When you stay closer to home, childcare is more accessible. Also, by taking out the expense of your travel, going more often is more doable!

For most of us, our goal on an adult vacation is to relax and reconnect with each other as a couple. Honestly, sometimes traveling long-distance to very foreign places can end up causing more stress than relaxation. So it’s no surprise that staycations have surged in popularity all over the country recently! With fabulous resorts being more common now, heading to a close retreat is becoming the new chic getaway!

What should you pack to ensure your staycation goes smoothly, and you get the rest you deserve? Take a look at my essential checklist below and be sure to pin it to your Pinterest board for future reference.

Must Bring Items

Duffle Bag or Small Luggage

Because you will not be checking your bags for air travel, you can choose a luxe bag to pack.  Taking a nice duffle bag will elevate your trip!

Fragrance Mist

The smell of a room is a big trigger for me. Bringing my own fragrance spray just makes me happy and feel more at home! Below are my personal favorites.

Charger/Battery Pack

Yes, this is a time to unplug, but you’re going to want music, right? If you don’t have a charge pack yet, you need one! #gamechanger

Bluetooth Speaker Music changes the mood at the pool for the better!

Silk Pillowcases

Pool/Beach Tote

Hat

Eye Mask

Earplugs

Toiletries

Magazines/Book

Yeti Tumbler

Perfect for keeping your drink cold on hot days at the pool.

What To Wear On Your Staycation

Plan to bring versatile pieces to make the most of your outfits. I have a couple of shoppable choices below for a weekend staycation.

Loungewear

I like to bring my own robe and cozy pieces to be lazy in!

Bathing Suit

Cover-up

Day Dress

Dinner Dress

Light Jacket

Shorts

Button Up Shirt

Graphic Tee

If you want more packing tips, be sure to check out my post 11 Packing Hack for Smoother Travel.

xx Tammy

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Orangetheory

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Orangetheory Fitness Workout Challenge

Orangetheory Fitness Transformation Challenge

I just finished up the Orangetheory Transformation Challenge! This challenge is eight weeks long. As I mentioned in this past post, I would update you on what I thought of the challenge. Let me start by saying I have never been on a “diet,” entered a fitness challenge or anything like that. I workout and eat right in my everyday life, so I thought that was enough. However, joining the challenge gave me the motivation to go work out on days I really didn’t want to and say no to empty calories such as candy at the movies, which is totally my weakness!

Orangetheory runs this challenge is done once a year there are two winners. One female and one male that will win $5,000.00 each for the most weight lost!  #motivation

What is involved in this challenge?

Workouts

As part of the Orangetheory challenge and to be eligible to win the prize money, you are required to work out three days a week for 6 out of the eight weeks. There will be a large chart there for you to mark the days you attend class.

Diet

You will also be required to keep a food log. I was so not looking forward to this at all, but it turned out to be my favorite part! There is, of course, an app for that. The app makes it super easy. You start by inputting your stats, including weight, height and such. Then you add your goal weight. It will tell you what your daily calorie goal needs to be to get to your ideal weight. You can scan bar codes, add food in manually and also choose repeat foods you eat daily. I’m a creature of habit, so this feature was handy to me. It was so interesting to keep track of calories and very motivating!

Coaching

You will be assigned an Orangetheory coach that will be available to you by email for any of your fitness questions. They can also help you with suggesting diet changes. Your food log will need to be turned into them weekly.

If you are a follower of mine you already know I’m a long time fan of Orangetheory. However, entering this challenge has been eye-opening. I loved how motivating it was to be a part of this! I highly recommend it!

Orangetheory Fitness Workout Challenge

Orangetheory Fitness Workout Challenge

Orangetheory Fitness Workout Challenge

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What You Need To Know About Orangetheory
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Orangetheory Fitness

If you follow me on social media, you know how much I’m at Orangetheory. I’ve been going 3-4 times a week for over a year and never get bored of it! This high-intensity workout complement my LaGree and Pilates toning workouts perfectly!

So what is Orangetheory?

Orangetheory is a one-hour workout that focuses on training, endurance, strength, and power. It is a heart rate based interval training. They are known for the heart rate monitor that is either worn on your wrist, chest or arm. These options are entirely your personal preference. There is a cost difference between the options. I have found the chest monitor works best for me because I do not have to remember to charge it.

You will see there are several screens around the room. Everyone will have a separate personal box that will state in real time what your name is, calorie burn, heart rate, and splat points are. Your box will also be a color, either grey, blue, green, orange or red. These colors all represent a different heart rate zone.

The theory behind Orangetheory is that you want to spend 12 minutes or more in the orange or red zone. When you do this for one minute, you earn a splat point.

Why do you want splat points?

When you earn a splat point, you are using 85% or more of your heart rate capacity, and you will be burning more calories throughout the day.

What do you do in class?

There are three main areas to workout in, treadmill, row, and floor. There are also a couple of spin bikes and an elliptical to substitute either row or treadmill. I usually use the spin bike instead of a rower because I enjoy it more and therefore I work harder at it.

The treadmills have flex step technology. I can completely notice a difference between the gym that I hear people pounding on and the ones at Orangetheory. The flex step is softer on your joints and more bouncy. However, I opt to powerwalk instead of run because of my knees.

Every class will be different. I have been attending classes for over a year and cannot remember two that were alike. Some days you might be on the treadmill for half the class, and another day you might be 10 minutes treadmill, 10 minutes rower and 10 min floor for the whole hour. The one thing you can count on is you will always have a new workout to look forward to!

The floor exercises are a favorite of mine! Here the different equipment used is a boso ball, ab dollies, weights, TRX, and mat work. The exercise options are endless and changed daily.

Power metrics such as jumping, hoping and such can always be altered to fit your needs.

Do I have to get in shape before I start?

There will be people attending classes that are pregnant, injured and out of shape doing the workout. Whatever your level is know that you are the one in charge of how hard you push yourself and what your body can handle. So not you do not have to be in shape before you start at all.

Everyone is at an individual pace, and there is no judgment at Orange Theory ever! The workout space is somewhat dark, music is turned up, and your motivating coach will be on the mic directing everyone what to do. Most people get into a zone in this fast-paced environment and focus on their workout and not yours.

Anybody Can Do This Workout At Whatever Level They Are Comfotable With!

See The Results.

After every class, you will get an email with a chart detailing how many calories you burnt and your splat point totals. This information is also available on the OT app for your phone.

How Do I Start?

You can use this link HERE to get a free week of workouts. USE CODE OTFASHIONED. However, only this is for a limited time; the general offer is one free workout so do take advantage of this to see if Orangetheory is right for you.

What to know before your first class.

For your first class arrive 30 minutes early. You will need to sign paperwork, get your heart rate monitor. The coach will also take you inside the workout space to go over everything you need to know such as how to read the OT heart rate screen, correctly row and use the equipment.

I honestly love Orangetheory because of the changes I’ve seen in my body and well being. I thought I was working out as hard asl I could though… until I started the Orangetheory challenge! This has pushed me to limits I didn’t even think about pushing myself too!

I’ll tell you all about this 8-week challenge in my next Orangetheory post!

Use code OTFashioned when signing up.

xx Tammy

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Molekule air purifier

Molekule – An Air Purifier Unlike Any Other
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Molekule Air-Purifier

The Molekule air-purifier has quite simply changed the quality of my families life. My husband is a long time cedar fever allergy suffer. Living in Austin, TX, he can expect severe allergies for three months of the year! He usually has to take medicine 24/7 to get through the cedar season. It’s a horrible thing to know what you’re bound to go through every year!

Since we have started cleaning our indoor air with the state of the art Molekule air-purifier that has changed, he still takes medicine. However, he does not have to 24/7, and he sleeps much, much better at night. I do not have air-born allergies, but I also feel such a difference in our air quality. My sinuses have been more open, and I even sleep better because I’m able to breath better with pure air in the house!

I love the fact that VOC’s, air-born viruses (flu-season) molds and toxins are all eliminated from my indoor breathing air from using this air-purifier! I kid you not the air smells so much fresher in the house!

The Path To Pure Air

Expect More From Your Purifier

You can find out more about the very cool science behind this air-purifier and get details on how to purchase yours from Molekule here.

I honestly never thought we needed an air-purifier.  I wasn’t aware of what the right equipment could do for the air my family breaths. Now I think it’s a priority in the household!

In Collaboration with Molekule

 

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