Beauty Biz Helps Bees
The sudden decline of the U.S. honeybee population has created a lot of buzz lately.
By Emmy Favilla
The phenomenon, known as Colony Collapse Disorder (CCD),
is of concern because bees are a critical part of the ecosystem—about
a third of what we eat depends on their pollination. Until a solution
arises, two honey–based beauty companies are stepping up:
Burt's Bees has funded the Honeybee Health Improvement Project, which helps struggling beekeepers research and develop ways to strengthen the immune systems of bees. Visit burtsbees.com to search for local organic farmers who use methods that protect bees and to request a free packet of seeds that will blossom into bee–friendly flowers.
The Savannah Bee Company purchases beehives in third–world countries with Heifer International to help promote the sustainability of bee colonies worldwide. Check out savannahbee.com for lotions, lip balms, and more.
Burt's Bees has funded the Honeybee Health Improvement Project, which helps struggling beekeepers research and develop ways to strengthen the immune systems of bees. Visit burtsbees.com to search for local organic farmers who use methods that protect bees and to request a free packet of seeds that will blossom into bee–friendly flowers.
The Savannah Bee Company purchases beehives in third–world countries with Heifer International to help promote the sustainability of bee colonies worldwide. Check out savannahbee.com for lotions, lip balms, and more.
Your Comments:
I went to Burt Bees site, I do use their products, and the seeds were gone...it is good that they had a great response.
-- Katie
Your Comments:
They sold out to clorox so I'm wondering how long they will stay organic and a good product!!
-- kbcrazy
Your Comments:
Yes, I've boycotted them since Clorox bought them. I was wondering how they were popping up in every chain store!
-- free2be
