Hair dye allergy leads to coma

From Huffington Post: A woman goes into anaphylactic shock, possibly having an allergy to para-phenylenediamine or PPD. 

On the Environmental Working Group's Cosmetic Database, there are several versions of phenylenediamine that range from virtually nontoxic at 0 to very toxic hitting 10.  

Several chemicals found in hair dyes are toxic and can lead to adverse reactions in some cases.

Faux croc leather accessories @ Forever 21

Embossed Faux Crocodile
Handbag, $19.80, forever21.com.

Maybe I watched a few too many alligator/crocodile-killing reality show episodes, but their leathery skin replicas have become more appealing. 

Part of the new trends for fall and winter, Forever 21 has added several suave pieces like handbags, briefcases, and wallets made from "faux crocodile leather" also known as polyvinyl chloride or PVC. 

It's not exactly an eco-friendly faux leather, but faux leather usually uses less resources in its manufacturing process compared to real leather. And for the animal lovers, faux leather is the vegan choice. 

H+M launches Versace line

However exciting to get 

über-designer products way cheaper, nothing's eco-friendly in the newly revealed Versace for H+M line.

There's leather. There's silk. All the fabrics we've been brainwashed to appreciate because they feel soft or last longer though they're not vegan. 

Since it's the fashion house of Versace entering H+M stores, it's understandable the luxurious items have a larger carbon footprint. 

But how much responsibility does a clothing company have to uphold its eco-reputation? And if more money comes in as a result of this new line, will it become greener? So many questions, but, of course, the line is hot!