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The Environmental Working Group released a tip sheet today on how to celebrate a “green Halloween,” that is, a holiday that is free from toxic cosmetics and disposable decorations.

Here are some of my favorite tips:

1. Be careful about what makeup you use on kids’ faces. Many lipsticks contain lead, and powdered cosmetics can be easily inhaled.

2. Don’t wear synthetic masks or teeth. These props could contain endocrine-disrupting phthalates – and they aren’t always on the label. If you must wear a mask, wear one that just covers your eyes to avoid getting the chemicals in your mouth.

3. Use all-natural, reusable decorations. Pumpkins and gourds make great centerpieces and look great on porch steps with a few (fragrance-free) candles.

Check out the full list here.