Toxin Free (ish)

My 18 year old son is obsessed with this brand. He's old enough to buy whatever he wants and he often opts for the toxic options but this is one exception. Today, I'm sitting down to chat with Vincenzo Speroni, the Chief Sack Officer of Gotchies.Vincenzo was always going to be an entrepreneur. After hosting lecture sessions in college where he gathered with friends to share ideas and brainstorms, a group of athletes, computer scientists, data analysts, students, musicians, and more landed on Gotchies. With no one else catering to young men who just want a comfortable, healthy alternative to status-quo options, they stepped in.If you've ever grabbed Skims just because it seems like the best "performance" option, this episode is for you! We don't have to sacrifice comfort and performance in the name of toxin-free underwear.Get 15% off Gotchies with code WENDY15

When my friend Abby from Fringe Heals went and dropped two incredible new kids' products while I was gone, I couldn't stay quiet. In this episode, we're diving into everything wrong with the kids' supplement market, why "multivitamin" means absolutely nothing, and how Abby built the product I've been searching for but could never find.We're two moms just trying to live clean, cut through the noise, and share what we know and today, we're giving you no-filter, no-notes honest talk about what's really going into your kids' bodies.Connect with Abby:on Instagramat Fringe HealsEpisode Resources:Watch this episode on YouTubeRead the episode blogGet 15% off Fringe w/ TOXINFREE15See Wendy's Supplement GuideConnect with Wendy:On InstagramToxin Free(ish) Website

After 3 years of showing up to Toxin Free(ish) every week, today's episode is the last one for a while. As my business and my life changes, I've decided to take a step back from the podcast. To be clear - this does NOT mean I'm leaving Toxin Free behind completely. Tune in to hear about what's to come in 2026 so we can continue cutting out the toxins together!

Tallow is a centuries-old secret that’s making a comeback, and today we’re pulling back the curtain on what really matters when it comes to what you put on your skin. In this episode, I’m joined by my good friend Sara from Willow Moon Farm, who makes the only tallow I trust on my face. We’re getting real about why tallow is so controversial, what makes it so special, and why sourcing and transparency are everything. If you’ve ever wondered whether tallow is a miracle ingredient or just another fad, this conversation is for you.We dig into the nitty-gritty of what “tallow” actually means in the skincare world (spoiler: it’s not as straightforward as you think). Sara shares her process for creating truly pure, nutrient-rich tallow—from hand-selecting beef suet at a regenerative farm to her meticulous rendering process. We talk about why most commercial tallow just doesn’t cut it, and how hidden toxins and lack of transparency can make all the difference in your skincare routine.You’ll also hear about our personal rituals, favorite products, and why handmade, small-batch skincare feels so much more special. If you’re ready to rethink your skincare and get the inside scoop on what’s really in that jar, you’re in the right place!In today’s episode, we’re chatting about:The real story behind tallow and why it’s so polarizingHow to spot high-quality, truly clean tallow (and what to avoid)The importance of transparency and sourcing in skincareOur favorite ways to use tallow and other nourishing ingredientsWhy supporting regenerative, local farms matters for your skin—and the planetEpisode Resources:Shop Willow Moon Farm HERE (code WENDY10 for 10% off)Follow Sara on InstagramRead the full shownotes

Is that plant "derived" ingredient ACTUALLY better for you? A lot of companies certainly want you to think so. So today, we're getting ahead of a conversation that I think will only get bigger in the coming years. Here's the trend I'm seeing in the beauty industry: companies, brands and manufacturers are taking ingredients that are historically made from byproducts of petrochemicals and using byproducts of bioethanol instead. Then, the brands are advertising "plant-based" ingredients, painting the picture that they are completely safe and non-toxic. Here's the thing: these ingredients are better for the environment. It's a step in the right direction. However, the final ingredient is exactly the same. So let's break down this case of greenwashing so you can spot it in stores. I currently work in the bioethanol industry, so I'm intimately familiar with how these ingredients are made and I'm dedicated to making this as simple to understand as possible. Head on over to https://toxinfreeish.com/avoid-list in order to get the full context behind the ingredients we're talking about in this episode! In today's episode, we're chatting about: How my new job is giving me a full behind the scenes look into how these ingredients are made The environmental benefits of using bioethanol over petroleum products My problem with the marketing tactics that paint these products as non-toxic A deep dive into phenoxylethanol Mentioned in this episode:Wyld Notes Get 10% off Wyld Notes Botanical Perfume: https://wyldnotes.com/discount/WENDY10?ref=KathrynOstapuk