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My Sourdough Baking Journey

I've always been intrigued by sourdough. Fascinated, but intimidated. I typically bake my cakes from a box, and precise measurements are not my strong suit. When sourdough started trending in 2020, I scrolled through video...
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Is Sourdough Healthy, and Why is it so Popular?

Sourdough has surged in popularity in recent years, thanks in part to the Covid pandemic and TikTok trends. From dining out to store-bought options, and even homemade attempts, sourdough bread has truly made a comeback....
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Why Coconut Probably Isn't the Only Ingredient in that Coconut Wax Candle

As many of you know, it has become increasingly challenging to distinguish between genuinely nontoxic brands from those that are merely greenwashing. This issue is even prevalent in the candle industry, where a growing number...
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Fontana Favorites: Mother's Day Gift Guide 2024

Mother's Day is a time to celebrate and express gratitude for the incredible women in our lives, but finding the perfect gift can be a challenge. This year, instead of a traditional bouquet or a...
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A Little Less Toxic Honey Lemonade

When Shawna Holman, @alittlelesstoxic, visited us in Fall of 2023, she was adamant that she wanted to create a scent that was reminiscent of a lemon drop candy at the bottom of her grandmother's purse....
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EWG Verified: A Q&A with our Founders

If you've been following our company on social media, or receive our emails, you have probably heard us proudly talk about our MADE SAFE® Certification! We now have over 100 of our products MADE SAFE...
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Is Stress a Toxin?

At Fontana, our mission stretches beyond just highlighting the tangible toxins that might infiltrate your daily life, such as harmful chemicals found in fragrances. In our holistic approach to wellness, we recognize that the mental...
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Preparing Your Mind and Body for Daylight Savings

Daylight Savings Time is around the corner, and it often symbolizes the start of sunny, warm days, but did you know that our mental and physical health can be negatively impacted by the time change?...
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Sustainable Bar Soap: Make the Switch and Save the Planet!

Body wash has dominated the soap industry, yet it carries undesirable consequences for our environment and our health. Each year, approximately 238 million individuals use body wash from plastic containers, resulting in a staggering 1.4...