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TOP 5 CLEAN BEAUTY GIFTS WE’RE LOVING THIS VALENTINE’S DAY

Valentine’s Day isn’t just about romance — it’s about celebrating the people who make your world brighter and more joyful!   Whether you’re gifting your partner, besties, or treating yourself (which we fully support!), ko ecolife has rounded up the Top 5 Clean Beauty Gifts we’re loving this Valentine’s Day.

These brands are rooted in herbal wisdom, clean ingredients, sustainability AND provide a gorgeous glow inside and out.  If you’re looking for organic skincare gifts, eco‑friendly beauty picks, or thoughtful Valentine treats, read on.  Let’s dive into our favs–curated in order of use below for a truly pampering, at‑home spa experience.  (Gift Giving Tip: All combined they create a luxe, spa‑inspired gift set too.)

Our Top Clean Beauty Picks

💚 1. Well People – Renewing Charcoal Exfoliating Powder + Makeup Essentials

For the friend who loves a good glow‑up, Well People’s Renewing Charcoal Exfoliating Powder is a gentle, water‑activated polish that leaves skin smooth and bright.  Additionally, their makeup — from mascara to tinted moisturizers — is clean, dermatologist‑tested, and planet‑conscious.

Why we love them: Well People has long been a leader in clean, plant‑powered beauty, formulating without toxins and prioritizing sustainability in packaging and sourcing.

Website: https://www.wellpeople.com
Where to buy in person: Target, Ulta Beauty, Whole Foods Market

💚 2. ESW Beauty – Compostable & Biodegradable Sheet Masks

Sheet masks are a Galentine’s classic — but ESW Beauty takes them to the next level with compostable, biodegradable masks made from clean, plant‑based ingredients. They’re fun, effective, and totally guilt‑free.  Plus, they offer a refreshing moment of self‑care that feels both indulgent and sustainable. Because of this, they’re an easy, feel‑good gift for anyone who loves skincare.

Why we love them: ESW is committed to sustainable materials, clean formulas, and low‑waste self‑care, making them a perfect fit for KO Ecolife’s planet‑first ethos.

Website: https://www.eswbeauty.com
Where to buy in person: Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie, Whole Foods Market

 💚 3. OSEA – Undaria Algae Body Oil

This is the body oil that turns a simple shower into a spa moment AND perfectly safe for face too. OSEA’s Undaria Algae Body Oil is rich, silky, and packed with seaweed‑powered nutrients that leave skin glowing. It’s a cult favorite for a reason.

Why we love them: OSEA is mother/daughter team who are pioneers in clean, vegan, cruelty‑free skincare, using responsibly harvested seaweed and eco‑friendly packaging. Their formulas are luxurious without compromising sustainability.

Website: https://oseamalibu.com
Where to buy in person: Credo Beauty, The Detox Market, select spas and wellness boutiques

💚 4. Fat and the Moon – Herbal Lip & Cheek Stain + Face Mists

Fat and the Moon is pure magic — small‑batch, herbalist‑crafted, and rooted in ancestral plant wisdom. Their Lip & Cheek Stain delivers a natural, earthy flush, while their herbal face mists offer an instant refresher with the most beautiful scents.  Together, these products create a soothing, plant‑powered moment of calm. Additionally, their handmade approach adds a personal, artisanal touch to every item.

Why we love them: Fat and the Moon centers healing, empowerment, and planet‑friendly self‑care. They use organic ingredients, handmade production, and eco‑conscious packaging. And, their founder’s mission celebrates bodies rather than “fixing” them, creating potions that honor both people and the Earth.

Website: https://www.fatandthemoon.com
Where to buy in person: Local herbal apothecaries, zero‑waste shops, and select boutiques

💚 5. Nemat Artisan Perfumery – Vanilla Musk

If your loved one gravitates toward soft, cozy scents, Vanilla Musk is the olfactory equivalent of a warm embrace and the all-time classic.  Nemat Artisan Perfumery is a family‑owned perfumery known for vegan, cruelty‑free fragrance oils crafted with generations of expertise.  And, Vanilla Musk is sweet, subtle, and beautifully long‑lasting — an everyday scent that still feels special. Because of its versatility, it layers effortlessly with other fragrances too.

Why we love them:
Nemat Artisan Perfumery blends traditional perfumery with modern clean‑beauty values, offering minimalist, alcohol‑free oils that are gentle on skin and kind to the planet.

Website: https://nematperfumes.com
Where to buy in person: Whole Foods Market, natural apothecaries, and select boutique perfumeries

A Valentine Gift That Loves Back

Whether you’re celebrating your sweetheart, your soul sisters, or your own beautiful self, these KO Ecolife favorites deliver joy, intention, and a whole lot of heart. Ultimately, they’re gifts that say:

“I love you — and I love the planet we share.”

Happy Valentine’s Day, beautifuls!

 

 

 

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HOW TO– DIY REUSABLE FABRIC GIFT BAGS AND WRAP!

 

Reduce the stress and waste of gift wrapping by making SIMPLE tie fabric gift bags and wrap.  These handmade, reusable fabric gift bags are always a nice personal touch, plus they can be customized for the receiver (think favorite color, pattern, or sports team—the fabric choices are endless)! This is a fun, DIY project to do with the kids, too.  Let them choose fabric and ribbon to create their own gift bag designs!

k.o. ecolife offers three suggestions from SIMPLE to SIMPLEST:

WHAT You Will Need

*Fabric

*Scissors [sewing ‘cutting’ AND ‘pinking’ shears preferred (for ties)]

*Ruler

*Fabric Glue

 

 

Fabric Gift BAGS

 

Step 1: Begin by cutting fabric to desired size

 

Step 2: Next, fold side edges down ¼” on wrong side of fabric and Press with iron

 

Step 3: Then, turn top edge down 3-4” on wrong side of fabric and Press with iron

 

Step 4: Fold entire fabric in half (right side facing out), Align edges and Press with iron

 

Step 5: Lay fabric flat and Apply fabric glue sparingly to underside edges of top edge fabric (this will be used later to fold down at the top of bag for a decorative touch (and it hides the wrong side of the fabric inside the bag)

Step 6:  Continue lightly applying fabric glue to remaining seams EXCLUDING top seam

Step 7:  Lastly, press fabric together at seams and let dry

Step 8: Insert present, fold down top edge – Voila!

 

Step 9: (optional) Cut strips of fabric using pinking shears (to prevent fraying) to create bag ties/ribbon or buy pre-made

Fabric Gift WRAP

Step 1:  To start, cut fabric to desired size using either pinking (to prevent fraying) or cutting shears

Step 2:  Next, cut strips of fabric using pinking shears to create bag ties/ribbon (optional) or buy pre-made

Step 3:  Place gift in center of fabric on wrong side and gather at top

Step 4:  Finally, knot ribbon around gathered fabric – You’re done hun!

Fabric Gift ROLL WRAP

Step 1:  Firstly, size fabric using either pinking (to prevent fraying) or cutting shears

Step 2:  Then, cut strips of fabric using pinking shears (to prevent fraying) to create bag ties/ribbon (optional) or buy pre-made

Step 3:  Next, place gift in center of fabric on left or right side and roll item until you reach the opposite side

Step 4:  Lastly, knot ribbon on each end – Perfecto!

Enjoy your DIY, reusable fabric gift bags and wrap, gift-giving with no disposable wrap, ribbon, or tape!  And, thanks to you, you’ve just given Mother Earth a gift!! 🙂

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SCARE-FREE SWEETS: 5 HEALTHY HALLOWEEN TREATS KIDS LOVE

🎃 SCARE-FREE SWEETS: 5 HEALTHY HALLOWEEN TREATS KIDS LOVE

It’s absolutely spooky what lurks inside traditional trick-or-treat candy—artificial colors, flavors, and preservatives galore!  Before you grab that mega-pack of mystery ingredients, check out these fun, flavorful, and fright-free alternatives that kids will love. 🌱 Bonus: They’re better for the planet, too.  We’ve also included details on ethical sourcing and packaging below.

🍫 Chocolate That’s Good for You & the Planet

Halloween without chocolate? Never! Big brands still use preservatives like TBHQ, BHA, and BHT—but these swaps are cleaner and more responsible.

Unreal Halloween Peanut Butter Cups: What’s the #1 Halloween candy? Reeses Peanut Butter Cups!  Yum… but full of synthetic preservatives linked to behavioral issues, immune disruption, and long-term health risks! This is the perfect alternative–mostly organic, 36% less sugar, no artificial sweeteners or soy.

Unreal Snacks also uses fair trade cocoa, sustainable palm oil, and non-GMO ingredients. Their packaging is not yet compostable, but they’re committed to reducing waste and improving recyclability. 🛒 Buy from Unreal Snacks

 100 Grand Fun-Size Bars: Widely available and free from scary additives.  Look for the “Made by Ferrero” brand!  This company has made strides in local production, clean ingredients and palm oil sourcing, but hasn’t publicly committed to sustainable packaging for this product yet. 🛒 Buy from Target

🍊 Citrus Pumpkins: The Cutest DIY Treat

Transform clementines, mandarins, or oranges into adorable mini pumpkins using a black marker. Draw crooked smiley faces, spooky expressions, or silly designs—perfect for a hands-on project with your kids. Bonus: they’re packed with vitamin C and totally mess-free. No packaging waste, no sugar crash—just pure fruit fun and compostable!

🍭 Lollipops That Don’t Scare You

YumEarth flips the script with certified organic pops made from real fruit extracts. They’re gluten-free, nut-free, dairy-free, and dye-free—perfect for allergy-conscious families.  They also use simple, non-GMO ingredients and avoids artificial dyes and high-fructose corn syrup.  While their wrappers aren’t yet compostable, they’re actively exploring sustainable packaging options and manufacture in facilities with renewable energy commitments. 🛒 Shop YumEarth Organic Lollipops

🍬 Fruity Chews with a Twist

Torie & Howard’s Chewie Fruities are a flavorful alternative to Starbursts. These organic, non-GMO treats come in unique combos like blood orange & honey, pomegranate & nectarine, and pear & cinnamon.
The Company uses USDA-certified organic ingredients and supports responsible farming practices. Their packaging is recyclable, and they’re part of the 1% for the Planet initiative, donating a portion of profits to environmental causes. 🛒 Shop Torie & Howard Chewie Fruities

🧛 Mini-Stamps & Allergy-Friendly Surprises

Not every treat has to be edible!  Don’t forget alternatives for kids with food allergies like Halloween-themed mini-stamps—think pumpkins, ghosts, and spiders.
Other fun, non-food goodies like stickers, glow sticks, pencils, bubbles and temporary tattoos are also great options for inclusive trick-or-treating.  Many Etsy sellers use recyclable packaging and offer handmade, low-waste alternatives. 🛒 Shop Halloween Stamps at Walmart
🛒 Shop Handmade Halloween Stamps on Etsy

👻 Make It a Happy, Healthy Halloween!

With these scare-free swaps, you can keep the spirit of Halloween alive without the sugar overload or scary ingredients.  Whether you’re handing out treats or hosting a party, these options are festive, fun, and kid-approved—and they support brands making better choices for our bodies and the planet.  We love a spook-tacular win-win!

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TOP 5 ECO-LOVING VALENTINE GIFTS!

Show your love with eco-loving Valentine gifts that care for your loved ones AND the planet!  Here are our Top 5 favorite, earth-loving gifts from around the globe:

Chocolate by Endangered Species Chocolate (ESC)

Mmm, chocolate that’s delicious and good for the planet!
ESC‘s mission is clear – provide premium chocolate that has a positive impact on Earth’s species, habitat, and humanity.

Every chocolate bar prominently features an endangered animal with details about the species status.  ESC carefully sources its chocolate to honor your health and the health of our planet with certifications from the Rainforest Alliance (protects environmental, social and economic sustainability), Non-GMO Project, USDA Organic, Gluten Free, Vegan Action, and Orthodox Union Kosher.

And, their “extreme dark” (i.e. greater than 88% cocao) chocolate is some of the best tasting on the market and one ounce per day is recommended for good health!  ESC also donates 10% of net profits to species and habitat conservation.  In addition, the Company ethically sources its chocolate from small cacao co-ops that employ sustainable farming practices which help ensure humane working conditions!  www.chocolatebar.com

 

Jewelry from Global Girlfriend 

All women-made, fair trade products with the goal to dream big and change lives!  Each item you purchase funds a seed money micro-grant through Camfed (Campaign for Female Education).  The grants then help a woman in Africa launch a small business venture to support herself and her family.

Most noteworthy — our favorite choice for eco-friendly accessorizing includes the Healing Hearts stretch bracelet made from recycled magazine paper and $.50 of every purchase supports health care of children in need.
www.globalgirlfriend.com/

 

 

 

Plantable Flowers

Who doesn’t love a Valentine’s Day classic? — a dozen red roses!  Beautiful and romantic but when they only last days or weeks, the sentiment and nature’s beauty are quickly lost and resources wasted!

This year try a potted plant or flower bulb so your love can “grow” in the coming months.  What’s more romantic than that?!

All of these eco-loving Valentine gifts are sure to show your passion for people and planet.  Enjoy!!

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Master the Basics: Must-Know Strength Training Moves —Arnold Squat Press

🏋️‍♂️Master the Basics: Must-Know Strength Training Moves!🏋️‍♀️
Continue your strength training journey with us…Whether a beginner or expert!💪
We’re sharing total-body moves that will set you on the path to building a stronger, more resilient you!

The Arnold Squat Press builds core, legs, shoulders and cardio strength!!

⚠️Arnold Press is an iconic exercise and effectively builds the shoulder muscles; however, proper form is critical as it targets a delicate area prone to injury.⚠️
✨ Choose a dumbbell just heavy enough to complete 10 reps but by the 8th rep, you’re slightly strained and glad it’s almost over!
✨ Position your feet hip-width distance apart and always pull in your ab muscles to support your lower back.
✨ Remember to breathe normally through the exercises. Don’t hold your breath!
✨ Squeeze your glutes, abs, & shoulder blades. Do not arch your lower back.
✨ Raise dumbbells in each hand to starting position with arms bent, weights in front of your shoulders and palms facing in.
✨ Lower into a squat, pushing hips back and down as if sitting into a chair keeping heels flat. Thighs should be parallel to the ground.
✨ Avoid allowing knees to cave in toward the midline or push forward past your toes.
✨ At top of the squat, begin rotating your palms out but only to about a 45-degree angle with your torso then finish pressing up.
Depending on your fitness level, complete 2-3 sets, 10 reps each. YOU GOT THIS!! 👏💪👏

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WINTER WARMUP CHICKEN & BROWN RICE CROCKPOT / PRESSURE COOKER STEW

We’re in the peak of cold, dreary winter weather (for most of us), so it’s ideal CROCK-POT / Pressure Cooker season!  Dust off this make-your-life easier appliance to enjoy a ‘set it and forget it’, delicious Winter Warmup Chicken & Brown Rice Crockpot / Pressure Cooker Stew — YUM!!

Winter Warmup Chicken & Brown Rice CrockPot / Pressure Cooker Stew (serves 4)

Ingredients:

4 cups (1 box) Low-Sodium Chicken Broth
2 Medium-sized Chicken Breasts
1-2 Medium-sized Organic Sweet Apples (diced)
1 cup Organic Kale (chopped)
1 cup Organic Collard Greens (chopped)
1/2 cup Organic Squash or Zucchini
1/2 cup Instant Brown Rice*
1/4 cup Dried Split Green Peas or Lentils (optional)
1/2 Tsp each Salt and Pepper

Directions:

Turn crock pot on high and add chicken broth and chicken breasts.  Or, if using a pressure cooker, there should be an option for stew or rice dishes.

Dice 1-2 medium sized sweet apples.

Chop 1 cup each of kale and collard greens.  Dice 1/2 cup squash or zucchini.

Add ingredients as you prepare or all at once.”

Add 1/2 cup instant brown rice.  *Can use slow cook rice as well but will take significantly longer to cook in the crockpot.  A pressure cooker can manage this with ease in less than an hour.  Use the rice option to set correct time.

And, if you’re looking for a greater protein and fiber punch – add 1/4 cup dried split peas or lentils.  Lastly, add 1/2 teaspoon each of salt and pepper.  Stir thoroughly.  Add additional salt and pepper as stew cooks (to taste) or leave for others to add upon serving.  Keep heat on high until chicken is thoroughly cooked.  Can reduce to low heat to simmer all day.

Smells and tastes delicious!!

Enjoy this Chicken and Brown Rice Stew recipe throughout the cold weather season.  And, easy to freeze any left overs in jars or freezer safe containers for six+ months.

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6 ECO LOVING SUSTAINABLE VALENTINE GIFTS

Show your love with eco-loving, sustainable Valentine gifts that care for your loved ones AND the planet!  Here are our Top 5 favorite, sustainable gifts proudly fair trade certified or made in USA:

Beauty Products from Mom Bomb

We love this Company’s mission and their products!  The perfect gift to pamper the ones you love.

Each bath bomb is handmade with an all-natural, vegan, luxurious essential oil blend.  They fizz to dissolve as you soak and won’t stain the tub.  Each bath bomb leaves your skin soft, moisturized and your body and mind mellowed out like a spa getaway!

And, 100% of every dollar of profit they make benefits their non-profit, mombomb.org which supports moms in crisis with grants towards restorative services like meals and laundry so that moms in crisis can be present where they are needed most.

Candles by Good Chemisty

Also, Good Chemistry creates fun fragrances, cruelty free formulas and the know how to cause a positive reaction.  These kits include biodegradable, earth friendly wax blend candles with reusable glass containers.

 20% off now using coupon code: ‘SWOON24’

Chocolate by Alter Eco

Can’t have Valentine’s Day without chocolate in our opinion!

Alter Eco creates decatant chocolate bars and truffles using fair trade, organic, non-GMO, grass fed milk chocolate.  Their mission commits to using the best, natural ingredients with no carbon impact while also helping the farmers in their supply network.

20% off now using coupon code: ‘VDAY20’

And, all chocolate packaging turns to compost not landfill.  Additionally, the Alter Eco Foundation works directly with cacao farmers.  The Foundation’s purpose is to help farmers transition their crops to regenerative agriculture, a next-generation approach to farming that is already showing significant potential to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Do-It-Yourself Cookies

And, we love a good DIY gift idea and a healthy,  delish cookie is a win-win!

Encouraging a healthy lifestyle AND sharing a homemade treat in a repurposed container is the perfect choice.  We used an old jelly jar and gift box and added Valentine ribbon and decorative hearts!

Jewelry from Greater Good 

All fair trade products with the goal to dream big and change lives!

A beautiful choice for accessorizing includes the Recycled Magazine Inspiration Necklace made from recycled magazine paper and $.50 of every purchase supports health care of children in need. www.greatergood.com/

Plantable Flowers

Surely, who doesn’t love a Valentine’s Day classic? — red roses!  Beautiful and romantic but when they only last days or weeks, the sentiment and nature’s beauty go to waste!

So, this year try a potted plant or flower bulb so your love can “grow” in the coming months.  What’s more romantic than that?!  Amaryllis bulbs come in a variety of colors including white, pink, and red and don’t even need water.  Easy peasy!

All of these eco-friendly Valentine gifts are sure to show your passion for people and planet.  Enjoy!!

 

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TOP 5 HEALTHY HALLOWEEN TREATS!

TOP 5 HEALTHY HALLOWEEN TREATS!

It is absolutely scary what’s in trick-or-treat candy! Before you buy that super-sized bag of artificially flavored and colored candies this Halloween, consider these fun and healthy Halloween treats!

CHOCOLATE

What would Halloween be without chocolate?  We are thrilled to see that popular candy companies like Nestle and Hershey commit to removing artificial flavors and colors (and more recently added sugar in Nestle’s dark chocolate) from all or some of their chocolate brands. However, cancer- causing, artificial preservatives like TBHQ, BHA, and BHT remain.

Try to avoid the milk chocolate and preservatives and go for individually wrapped, antioxidant-rich, dark chocolate mini bars sold by Unreal Snacks and 100 Grand.

Unreal Halloween Peanut Butter Cups are mostly organic and very kid-friendly for those who don’t like dark chocolate but still maintain 36% less sugar than leading brands. They keep sugar to a minimum, without using sugar alcohols like erythritol, stevia or artificial sweeteners. And, no soy ingredients, no artificial flavors, no preservatives or fillers. [$28.48 for 40 individually wrapped cups]

100 Grand now sold under the Ferrero Candy Company based in Luxemburg (purchased Nestle in 2018) makes fun-size bars without all the scary ingredients we see in many US-based candy companies. These are sold everywhere!

CITRUS PUMPKINS

Seriously, can these be any cuter?  Clementines, mandarins, tangerines, and oranges can be transformed into delicious, mini pumpkins with the help of a black marker.  Great project to do with your kids too.  Crooked smiley faces are fine!

FRUITY CHEWS

The Torie & Howard candy company features unique, naturally flavored, organic, non-GMO chewie fruities and hard candies.  A healthy replacement to Starbursts!  These include flavors like blood orange & honey, pomegranate & nectarine, pink grapefruit & honey, and pear & cinnamon.  All yummy!  [21.16oz bag includes 50 fruities – $15.99 at Torie & Howard].

LOLLIPOPS

If you want to be really scared this Halloween, read the ingredients on those suckers that are handed out freely at your neighborhood restaurant and barber shop.  Normally full of artificial colors, flavors and SUGAR, they are a toxic shot to your kiddo’s system.  However, we found YumEarth Organics which offers individually wrapped, certified organic, real fruit extract, and koshepops.  They are also free of gluten, tree-nuts, peanuts, GMOs, dairy, soy, and artificial colors/dyes [138-30oz container of variety assortment – $15.49 at Amazon.com.]

MINI-STAMPS

A fun alternative to candy for those with allergies — Halloween-themed stamps!  The assortment includes pumpkins, ghosts, spiders, and more [variety pack of 8 – $1].  In addition, this is also a nice option for the numerous kids with food allergies.  Many other non-food items are also available at Dollar Tree and Oriental Trading at unbeatable prices!

Make it a ‘Happy’ Halloween with these healthy Halloween treats for all!!

 

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IMMUNE-BOOSTING BERRY, PEAR, KALE, ANTI-AGING SMOOTHIE

 

This berry, pear, kale, anti-aging smoothie is also an immune-boosting power shot!

Enjoy the health benefits of pear and berries rich in fiber and anti-inflammation benefits that aid in lowering blood pressure and cholesterol according to Christine Mikstas, RD, LD with WebMD Medical.

Paired with kale and spinach which are loaded with antioxidants and nutrients, this recipe will leave you looking and feeling young with its anti-aging ingredients!

Traveling?! — Take on-the-go in THE POWCH!

INGREDIENTS: (serves 1-2)

2 cups cold filtered water
5 cups chopped kale
6 cups chopped spinach
1/2 cup strawberries
1/2 cup blueberry
1 medium pear coarsely chopped
1 medium avocado

INSTRUCTIONS:

Mix all in the blender and enjoy!

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NATURAL PRODUCTS EXPO WEST 2023 KICKS OFF TODAY!

Natural Products Expo West (NPEW) kicks off on March 8th as the world’s largest natural, organic, and healthy products event! Produced by healthy lifestyle leader, New Hope Network and co-located at the Anaheim Convention Center with Fresh Ideas Organic Marketplace, the event brings together an inspired community of industry members and exhibiting companies.

Known as the best venue to spot innovations, the exhibit halls are filled with companies that are shaping the future of food and wellness! The event will include over 600 up-and-coming brands making their event debut and an estimated 60,000 to 65,000 attendees, according to New Hope Network.

60% of total attendees include buyers from retailers such as Albertson’s, Kroger, Aldi, 7-Eleven, Sprouts, Whole Foods Market, GNC, Costco, Cambridge Naturals, PCC Markets, Earth Fare, Natural Grocers, Healthy Edge, Medly, Jimbo’s Naturally, Natural Grocers, FreshThyme seeking the hottest new products in the health and natural products industry.

The U.S. natural and organic products industry sales grew an estimated 7.7% to $274 billion in 2021, with sales on track to surpass $300 billion by 2024 and $400 billion by 2030, according to Nutrition Business Journal and SPINS.

Natural Products Expo is a business-to-business trade show and is not open to the public but we’ll be providing day to day reporting of the events and latest product innovations! Follow our coverage of the show @koecolife on Twitter, FB, and Instagram and @NatProdExpo and #ExpoWest on Twitter and Instagram.

About New Hope Network

New Hope Network is at the forefront of the healthy lifestyle products industry. With solutions for the complete supply chain from manufacturers, retailers/distributors, service providers and ingredient suppliers, the network offers a robust portfolio of content, events, data, research and consultative services. Through all its actions, New Hope Network aims to cultivate aprosperous high-integrity CPG and retail ecosystem that creates health, joy and justice for allpeople and regenerates the planet. For more information visit www.newhope.com.