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The Fake Fragrance Illusion: How Companies Sell Emotions in a Bottle

The Fake Fragrance Illusion: How Companies Sell...

Somewhere along the way, companies stopped selling products and started selling emotions in a bottle—with claims so far-fetched they’d be laughable if they weren’t also harmful. From laundry scent booster...

The Fake Fragrance Illusion: How Companies Sell...

Somewhere along the way, companies stopped selling products and started selling emotions in a bottle—with claims so far-fetched they’d be laughable if they weren’t also harmful. From laundry scent booster...

5 Reasons Biome is a Fake Fragrance-Free Zone

5 Reasons Biome is a Fake Fragrance-Free Zone

At Biome, the number one reason we are a 100% Fake Fragrance-Free Zone is because we care — about people’s health, the wellbeing of our team and community, and the environment...

5 Reasons Biome is a Fake Fragrance-Free Zone

At Biome, the number one reason we are a 100% Fake Fragrance-Free Zone is because we care — about people’s health, the wellbeing of our team and community, and the environment...

12 Truths About The Mystery Fragrance Ingredient

12 Truths About The Mystery Fragrance Ingredient

Fragrance is sold to us as romance in a bottle, the loving hug of freshly laundered sheets, or a tropical holiday in your shampoo.  But, behind that scented whiff is...

12 Truths About The Mystery Fragrance Ingredient

Fragrance is sold to us as romance in a bottle, the loving hug of freshly laundered sheets, or a tropical holiday in your shampoo.  But, behind that scented whiff is...

Why Magnesium is Your Best Friend in the Cold Months — and How to Make Sure You’re Getting Enough

Why Magnesium is Your Best Friend in the Cold M...

When the chill sets in, our bodies work a little harder. We’re more prone to stiff muscles, lower moods, restless sleep, and seasonal bugs. That’s why winter is the perfect...

Why Magnesium is Your Best Friend in the Cold M...

When the chill sets in, our bodies work a little harder. We’re more prone to stiff muscles, lower moods, restless sleep, and seasonal bugs. That’s why winter is the perfect...

Clean Laundry, Dirty Secret: Why Your Clothes Still Smell Bad After Washing

Clean Laundry, Dirty Secret: Why Your Clothes S...

Are you feeling sick (literally) when you open a load of finished washing and instead of a fresh, crisp scent, it's a chemical fog, a musty tang, or just a...

Clean Laundry, Dirty Secret: Why Your Clothes S...

Are you feeling sick (literally) when you open a load of finished washing and instead of a fresh, crisp scent, it's a chemical fog, a musty tang, or just a...

A Gentle Caress of Plastic: What’s Really in Your Cuddly Softener

A Gentle Caress of Plastic: What’s Really in Yo...

The hidden plastics we don't know we're washing down the drain with our laundry water. It’s Plastic Free July, and while you might have swapped cling wrap for beeswax and...

A Gentle Caress of Plastic: What’s Really in Yo...

The hidden plastics we don't know we're washing down the drain with our laundry water. It’s Plastic Free July, and while you might have swapped cling wrap for beeswax and...

What Makes a Good Remineralising Tooth Powder?

What Makes a Good Remineralising Tooth Powder?

If you’re passionate about natural health and sustainability, chances are you’ve already made the switch to a more natural toothpaste. But if you’ve been hearing a lot about remineralising tooth powder...

What Makes a Good Remineralising Tooth Powder?

If you’re passionate about natural health and sustainability, chances are you’ve already made the switch to a more natural toothpaste. But if you’ve been hearing a lot about remineralising tooth powder...

You Brush With Liquid Plastic Every Day — And No One’s Telling You!

You Brush With Liquid Plastic Every Day — And N...

If toothpaste brands had to list “liquid plastic” on the front of the box, how many people would still toss it in their trolley? We’re talking about plasticisers, thickeners, and...

You Brush With Liquid Plastic Every Day — And N...

If toothpaste brands had to list “liquid plastic” on the front of the box, how many people would still toss it in their trolley? We’re talking about plasticisers, thickeners, and...

What Is Neem Oil Good For? Everyday Uses in the Garden, Skincare And Cleaning

What Is Neem Oil Good For? Everyday Uses in the...

We hear this all the time in store at Biome (places where customers know they can come to get the real answers about the hype they see on the socials!)...

What Is Neem Oil Good For? Everyday Uses in the...

We hear this all the time in store at Biome (places where customers know they can come to get the real answers about the hype they see on the socials!)...

How to Refresh a Beeswax Wrap That’s Lost Its Coating

How to Refresh a Beeswax Wrap That’s Lost Its C...

In my house Gladwrap is banned.  We've found that going "cold turkey" and having no cling wrap is the only way not to use it!  When it is not in...

How to Refresh a Beeswax Wrap That’s Lost Its C...

In my house Gladwrap is banned.  We've found that going "cold turkey" and having no cling wrap is the only way not to use it!  When it is not in...

How Long Do Beeswax Wraps Last For?

How Long Do Beeswax Wraps Last For?

In a nutshell Beeswax wraps usually last 12 months, sometimes longer with good care Lifespan depends on how often you use and wash them Signs they need replacing or refreshing:...

How Long Do Beeswax Wraps Last For?

In a nutshell Beeswax wraps usually last 12 months, sometimes longer with good care Lifespan depends on how often you use and wash them Signs they need replacing or refreshing:...

Help! I Found Moth Eaten Holes in My Wool Carpets. What Can I Do?

Help! I Found Moth Eaten Holes in My Wool Carpe...

If you’ve spotted moths or mysterious bald patches in your wool rugs or carpets, it’s a sign you need to act quickly. Moths can do serious damage fast—especially in quiet...

Help! I Found Moth Eaten Holes in My Wool Carpe...

If you’ve spotted moths or mysterious bald patches in your wool rugs or carpets, it’s a sign you need to act quickly. Moths can do serious damage fast—especially in quiet...

Rechargeable Solar Lanterns - Lifespan, Care & Usage

Rechargeable Solar Lanterns - Lifespan, Care & ...

How long do solar lanterns actually last, and can you leave them outside all year?  In Australia we have some extremes of weather from searing hot sunny days, to cyclones...

Rechargeable Solar Lanterns - Lifespan, Care & ...

How long do solar lanterns actually last, and can you leave them outside all year?  In Australia we have some extremes of weather from searing hot sunny days, to cyclones...

Help! I found holes in my woollen jumper. What can I do?

Help! I found holes in my woollen jumper. What ...

If I found holes in my woollen jumpers in the wardrobe, here's what I would do to stop the damage, fix what I can, and prevent it from happening again....

Help! I found holes in my woollen jumper. What ...

If I found holes in my woollen jumpers in the wardrobe, here's what I would do to stop the damage, fix what I can, and prevent it from happening again....

Just Because It's for Sale Doesn’t Mean It’s Safe: The Toxic Truth About Mothballs

Just Because It's for Sale Doesn’t Mean It’s Sa...

You’d be forgiven for thinking a product must be safe if it’s for sale in your country. In fact, people often say to me—"The chemicals wouldn't be allowed if they're...

Just Because It's for Sale Doesn’t Mean It’s Sa...

You’d be forgiven for thinking a product must be safe if it’s for sale in your country. In fact, people often say to me—"The chemicals wouldn't be allowed if they're...

Silverfish vs Moths: What’s the Difference—And Which Oil Should You Use?

Silverfish vs Moths: What’s the Difference—And ...

Oh oh!  You've noticed tiny winged moths flitting out of your wardrobe or silverfish skittering across your bathroom floor.  Or worse, you've pulled out your winter woollens and found the...

Silverfish vs Moths: What’s the Difference—And ...

Oh oh!  You've noticed tiny winged moths flitting out of your wardrobe or silverfish skittering across your bathroom floor.  Or worse, you've pulled out your winter woollens and found the...

"PEGs Aren’t Plastics” — Are You Sure About That?

"PEGs Aren’t Plastics” — Are You Sure About That?

You’ve probably heard it. Maybe you’ve said it: “PEGs would not really qualify as a plastic... it's a water-soluble liquid that cannot be set into a solid material” Fair. PEGs...

"PEGs Aren’t Plastics” — Are You Sure About That?

You’ve probably heard it. Maybe you’ve said it: “PEGs would not really qualify as a plastic... it's a water-soluble liquid that cannot be set into a solid material” Fair. PEGs...

How to Spot Hidden Plastics in Your Skincare (And What to Use Instead)

How to Spot Hidden Plastics in Your Skincare (A...

Even the most ingredient-savvy shoppers often miss this in both conventional and "clean" beauty skincare brands... Plastic. Not in the packaging — in the the formula!   Tiny, invisible forms of...

How to Spot Hidden Plastics in Your Skincare (A...

Even the most ingredient-savvy shoppers often miss this in both conventional and "clean" beauty skincare brands... Plastic. Not in the packaging — in the the formula!   Tiny, invisible forms of...

Microbeads Are Banned... Sort Of. What’s Still Slipping Through?

Microbeads Are Banned... Sort Of. What’s Still ...

Key Takeaways Microbeads may be banned — but plastic hasn’t gone away.New forms like liquid polymers, plastic powders, and nanospheres are still legal and widely used. Common offenders include PVP,...

Microbeads Are Banned... Sort Of. What’s Still ...

Key Takeaways Microbeads may be banned — but plastic hasn’t gone away.New forms like liquid polymers, plastic powders, and nanospheres are still legal and widely used. Common offenders include PVP,...

Winter-Proof Your Face: Top 6 Natural Moisturisers Australian Users Love

Winter-Proof Your Face: Top 6 Natural Moisturis...

Winter skin doesn’t play fair. Cold air outside, dry heat inside, and the loss of humidity all gang up on your face, leaving it tight, flaky, irritated, and red overnight....

Winter-Proof Your Face: Top 6 Natural Moisturis...

Winter skin doesn’t play fair. Cold air outside, dry heat inside, and the loss of humidity all gang up on your face, leaving it tight, flaky, irritated, and red overnight....

Natural Methods to Clean and Disinfect Children's Toys (Without the Chemical Overload)

Natural Methods to Clean and Disinfect Children...

Ok, your child’s Sophie the Giraffe Teether just hit the dog bowl, or the cafe floor...again! A few years ago, that might’ve meant a dousing in bleach or a mystery...

Natural Methods to Clean and Disinfect Children...

Ok, your child’s Sophie the Giraffe Teether just hit the dog bowl, or the cafe floor...again! A few years ago, that might’ve meant a dousing in bleach or a mystery...

From Bump to Baby: Brisbane's Natural, Adorable & Local Store

From Bump to Baby: Brisbane's Natural, Adorable...

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From Bump to Baby: Brisbane's Natural, Adorable...

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Which jars are safe for fermenting?

Which Jars Are Safe for Fermenting? (and Why It...

By Tracey Bailey When I first tried fermenting, I didn’t think much about the jar. I grabbed an empty jam jar from the cupboard, packed in my first cabbage ferment,...

Which Jars Are Safe for Fermenting? (and Why It...

By Tracey Bailey When I first tried fermenting, I didn’t think much about the jar. I grabbed an empty jam jar from the cupboard, packed in my first cabbage ferment,...

Making Non-Dairy Probiotic Yoghurt at Home

Making Non-Dairy Probiotic Yoghurt at Home

Making your own dairy-free yoghurt is easier than you think—and incredibly satisfying. Whether you’re vegan, lactose intolerant, or simply curious about fermented plant-based foods, homemade non-dairy probiotic yoghurt is a...

Making Non-Dairy Probiotic Yoghurt at Home

Making your own dairy-free yoghurt is easier than you think—and incredibly satisfying. Whether you’re vegan, lactose intolerant, or simply curious about fermented plant-based foods, homemade non-dairy probiotic yoghurt is a...

6 Ways to Preserve Food Naturally: A Beginner's Guide to Fermentation, Pickling, and More

6 Ways to Preserve Food Naturally: A Beginner's...

In a world where food waste is rampant, supply chains are uncertain, and supermarket shelves are filled with ultra-processed products, learning to preserve your own food is more than just...

6 Ways to Preserve Food Naturally: A Beginner's...

In a world where food waste is rampant, supply chains are uncertain, and supermarket shelves are filled with ultra-processed products, learning to preserve your own food is more than just...

How to Ferment Vegetables at Home

How to Ferment Vegetables at Home

Fermenting vegetables at home is a fantastic way to reduce food waste, improve your gut health, and save money. And the best part? It’s incredibly easy! The process begins with...

How to Ferment Vegetables at Home

Fermenting vegetables at home is a fantastic way to reduce food waste, improve your gut health, and save money. And the best part? It’s incredibly easy! The process begins with...

How Fermented Foods Support Gut Health and Immunity

How Fermented Foods Support Gut Health and Immu...

At Biome, we’ve long been advocates of turning back to nature for better health, and few practices embody that more beautifully than fermentation. What began thousands of years ago as...

How Fermented Foods Support Gut Health and Immu...

At Biome, we’ve long been advocates of turning back to nature for better health, and few practices embody that more beautifully than fermentation. What began thousands of years ago as...

You Can Grow Greens ~ And Now is The Time!

You Can Grow Greens ~ And Now is The Time!

by Tracey Bailey For years, I dreamed of a flourishing veggie garden in my backyard. But like many of us, I let procrastination and the idea of needing “the perfect...

You Can Grow Greens ~ And Now is The Time!

by Tracey Bailey For years, I dreamed of a flourishing veggie garden in my backyard. But like many of us, I let procrastination and the idea of needing “the perfect...

The Best Ever Rocket Pesto (Without Pine Nuts or Raw Garlic) Recipe

The Best Ever Rocket Pesto (Without Pine Nuts o...

Toasted Pepita, Rocket and Basil Pesto Recipe By Tracey Bailey, Biome founder I've made a lot of pesto from my garden but this recipe makes the best ever.  It is...

The Best Ever Rocket Pesto (Without Pine Nuts o...

Toasted Pepita, Rocket and Basil Pesto Recipe By Tracey Bailey, Biome founder I've made a lot of pesto from my garden but this recipe makes the best ever.  It is...

What to Plant in Autumn in Australia

What to Plant in Autumn in Australia

Autumn might feel like the garden is winding down—but in reality, it's just shifting gears. April and May are perfect months to get seeds in the soil for a fresh...

What to Plant in Autumn in Australia

Autumn might feel like the garden is winding down—but in reality, it's just shifting gears. April and May are perfect months to get seeds in the soil for a fresh...