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Save the planet this summer! 8 eco-friendly ideas

 
 

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Hey there, green jeans! It’s time to turn your eco-friendly eye to summer fun. Grab your sistahs (or your sibs) and get to work. What are you waiting for? We’ve got a planet to save!

 

Plant a garden and take care of it all summer long! CLICK HERE for our best gardening tips for beginners.

 

Reduce your carbon footprint by making cute recycling bins.

 

Carpool with friends whenever possible. Even if you aren't old enough to drive, you can still reduce the impact of gasoline on our atmosphere. Going someplace close? There’s no reason to drive when you can walk, rollerblade or bike to your destination.

 

Make it a point to turn off the light whenever you leave a room. Conserve electricity whenever possible. Plugging your electronics into a surge protector you can flip off when hit the town is an easy to way save the Earth…and your gadgets during a lightning storm.

 

Build a birdfeeder for your fine-feathered friends.

 

Turn off the water! We know you've heard this many times before, but never let the water run while you're brushing your teeth. And those 45 minute-long showers? Let’s cut those suckers down, sweetie.

 

Buy a plain water bottle and paint it up. Reuse that all summer instead of grabbing bottled water after bottled water. Be sure to wash it out often to prevent icky bacteria growth.

 

Buy organic makeup and foods whenever possible. We love the idea of shopping locally at farmer’s markets and roadside stand. Freshly picked produce it totally tops!

 

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MODMODMOD !!!!!
I have oily skin and I know I need to exfoliate. I make my own Exfoilater with lemons sugar olive oil and some milk. How many times a week should I exfoliate. and one more question I got this pimple today what are some house hold products that I can put on overnight to use to get rid of it. I have a wedding to go to Saturday and I really need to get rid of it soon thanks!!!




Hey girl, I believe it's once a week or every other week. You shouldn't do it every day: exfoliation is basically getting rid of dead skin to open pores. As for your pimple, toothpaste is supposed to help but I'd suggest keeping your skin clean with a cleanser and making sure your sheets and makeup brushes are clean too. Prevention is the best way to go.

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by deedles1621 on 6/28/2011 10:22:40 PM

 
 

MOD MOD!
I have been making friendship bracelets for quite some years now. My friend suggested I make a little money off of them this summer. Do you have a page on this site that can direct me on the right path? Thanks!




Hey girl,

This should help: http://www.girlslife.com/post/2011/06/16/Win-big-Plus-5-quick-tips-from-teen-entrepreneurs.aspx Good luck! x0x0 

 
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by chocolateworld12 on 6/28/2011 3:27:11 PM

 
 

MOD~
I always get nervous for everything. Tomorrow I have an audition first thing in the morning and I've been worrying about it all week. I'm so worried it makes me feel like I want to throw up. None of my friends get like this, and they just tell me to relax. This makes me feel even worse! How can I get rid of that feeling? Help Frown




Hey girl,

When you feel yourself starting to get nervous about something, you just have to remember that the event is going to happen whether or not you're nervous about it, so you might as well just stop freaking out.  Also, just think to yourself that life will go on no matter how the audition goes, so stop worrying about it. This is a great opportunity to learn whether or not you get the part, so remember that it's all a part of life and a learning experience. Take some deep breathes to relax, and good luck! x0x0
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by iluvlax99 on 6/28/2011 1:45:01 PM

 
 

MOD!
It is the beginning of summer so what plants would be the best to start growing now? I only have a small garden section so the plants can't take up to much room. Any ideas?
Thanks!!!




Hey girl,

 Sunflowers and tomato plants are great in the summer.  Sunflowers generally grow upwards so they don't take up too much room, and tomatoes are usually easy to grow. Good luck! x0x0 
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by BritterBug76 on 6/28/2011 12:04:17 PM

 
 

Going vegan is the best way to be eco-friendly! Smile

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by jackieluvz on 6/28/2011 8:51:41 AM

 
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