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Just how important is it to choose sustainable furniture brands? More important than you realize. Just this year, there have been over 250 billion USD spent on furniture globally. This equates to thousands of acres of forests being destroyed for materials and huge amounts of PVC and cotton being produced, all having a detrimental impact … Read more
It’s often difficult to find beauty and hygiene products that are safe for both the environment and to apply to your skin. The aerosols we have been using for decades just don’t cut it anymore. They are bad for the ozone layer and for your body. Unfortunately, seeking out zero waste natural deodorant is no … Read more
If you’re an eco-conscious person, you’ve probably never thrown trash into the sea. You’ve probably never even left trash lying on the beach. So you might be wondering – how does trash get in the ocean? Are that many people using the ocean as their private garbage can? Not quite. Of course, there are some … Read more
Cling Film is a great tool to help reduce food waste. It sticks to pretty much any material (including itself), keeping leftovers fresh and making open products last longer. It’s a popular product, worth almost $1 billion, with one study finding that almost a quarter of American households go through at least one roll once … Read more
When it comes to shopping sustainably, we are positively spoilt for choice in comparison to even just a couple of years ago! As well as plenty of brick and mortar stores across the country to check out, we also have access to a plethora of online zero waste stores for plastic free shopping. It can … Read more
It can be hard trying to find the perfect gift for someone. And sometimes, when you get it wrong, they are put aside, or even worse, thrown out. Non materialistic gifts give recipients the opportunity to capture a memory, or an experience, which often means more to them as extra thought has gone into curating … Read more
If gift-giving is one of your Valentine’s Day traditions, spread the love by giving them something that is ethically and sustainably made. Valentine’s Day is almost here! If you’re still looking for the perfect gift for your sweetheart, here are a few ideas to get you started. Every item in this guide has been selected with care to … Read more
Whether you are searching for zero-waste cotton swabs, plastic-free q tips, or eco-friendly cotton buds, going green in the bathroom has never been easier. Q-TIP® cotton swabs have been around for so long they are now a generic trademark. We all know q tips to be cotton swabs (or buds, depending on where you live). Cotton … Read more
Curtains can make or break a room. They add an element of luxury, fun, or flair to your living spaces, and of course, are infinitely useful for keeping out the sun, keeping in the heat (a good way to save on electricity bills!), and providing privacy. But with growing concerns around global warming and losing … Read more
Your 2017 ethical gift guide is here! Give back while you shop by buying from brands who are committed to artisan craftsmanship and environmental responsibility. I love giving gifts. Whether material or experience based, gift giving is one of my favorite ways to demonstrate my love for the people in my life. I think combing the web for the perfect item is such a … Read more