>>It stikes me that there is a bit of a contradiction in following a paleo >>diet but at the same time using shampoo, moisturiser etc. full of nasty- >>sounding chemicals. > >There's no contradiction if you don't eat them. Actually, I once had a neighbor allergic to various soap and moisteriser ingredients; she had to go out of her way for simple and chemical-free formulas. It's all tied together when you think about it. I have no clue on soaps and shampoos, but I do know that plain old oils do wonders for the skin. If the thought of rubbing olive oil on yourself seems a little too Crisco-esque (turn me over, this side's done!), use a "sweeter" oil, i.e. almond or grapeseed. Go to Boulder and you'll find gallons of patchouli, dude. ;) Dori Zook Denver, CO _________________________________________________________________ Send and receive Hotmail on your mobile device: http://mobile.msn.com