Sustainability
On this page I will be sharing eco-friendly alternatives to less sustainable products. Please feel free to ask me any questions on how to help you build a more sustainable life:)
first..why does it matter?
Building a sustainable life is important because it's your contribution to help save and respect the earth. It's no secret that the earth is struggling as global warming worsens, natural disasters become more frequent, and resources we have over used start depleting. Have we gotten to the point where it's too late? The answer is no, right now our actions DO MATTER and if everyone does these little contributions of consciousness, we will make an impact.
(Of course big corporations need and can make the biggest changes.)
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Tips!
Be conscious about your consumption:) Use what you already have before purchasing more.
Try to REDUCE before all else. ("Do I really need this?")
Recycle and reuse whatever you can.
Sustainable Alternatives
Bathroom Products
Shampoo and Conditioner
Plaine Products
All Natural
Vegan
Reusable metal bottles.
No single use plastic!
"Refill Reuse Rejoice" is their motto
$30/bottle
Face Wash
Under $15
Blue Clay Cleansing Bar Soap
Bar Soap so packaging waste reduced!
Natural & organic ingredients
Vegan and cruelty-free
Suited for oily, combination, and sensitive facial skin.
$12/bar
Burts Bees Sensitive Facial Cleanser
98.9% Natural
No parabens, phthalates, petrolatum and SLS, fragrance or soap.
Cruelty-free.
Dermatologist tested, hypoallergenic.
$9.99/tube
Desert Essence Face Wash
Plastic container refillable, and recyclable!
Tea Tree Oil and nourishing Olive-Oil-based Castile Soap.
Vegan and cruelty-free
No Sulfates, Artificial Dyes or Fragrances.
$9.99/bottle
Body Wash
Highly recommend bar soaps as they generally last longer and create less plastic waste:)
Burts Bees Citrus & Ginger Body Wash
98.7% natural
Cruelty-free
Infused with scent of citrus and ginger.
No parabens, phthalates, petrolatum or SLS.
$8.99/bottle
Credo Seductive Sandalwood Body Wash
Organic & natural ingredients.
Cruelty-free, gluten-free, vegan.
Plant-based scents.
$16/bottle
Dr. Bronners Bar Soap
Biodegradable wrapping!
Certified fair trade ingredients.
Vegan and cruelty-free.
Many different scents!
$4.79/bar
Ethique Bar Soap
Plastic-free, recyclable wrapping!
Plant-based, cruelty-free, and certified palm oil-free.
Many different scents!
$6/bar
Deodorant
Under $20!
EcoRoots Deodorant Stick
Zero Waste Deodorant.
Recyclable & Compostable Cardboard Tube.
Cruelty-Free.
$15.97/stick
Native Plastic Free Deodorant
Plastic Free (paperboard made)
Vegan and cruelty-free
Aluminum free
All Natural ingredients
$13/stick
Booda Butter Cream Deodorant
Eco-Friendly Glass Jar & Metal Lid (recycle or repurpose!)
Vegan and cruelty-free
Aluminum free
All Natural ingredients
$7/jar
Razors
EcoRoots Safety Razor
Plastic-free product.
Made of zinc alloy and stainless steel.
Changeable razors, recyclable.
Light and durable.
$32.50
Bambaw Safety Razor
Zero waste product.
Bamboo and metal made.
Changeable razors, recyclable.
$27.01
Preserve Shave 5
For people who want the "standard razor design".
Made from recycled plastic.
Replaceable cartridges.
Heavy Carbon footprint:(
$13
Dental Hygiene
sustainable companies for your oral care:)
Earth Ahead
Non-harming practices.
Offer plastic-free reusable alternatives.
Give portion of profits to organizations that provide care for refugees, kids & women in tough circumstances, as well as movements for basic human rights such as Black Lives Matter.
Bite Toothpaste Bits
Plastic free!
100% gluten-free, vegan, and cruelty-free.
Sell toothbrushes and floss as well.
Very transparent company--open about their ingredients and practices.
MOUTHFUL
Cruelty-free, Environmentally friendly, and TSA approved.
No plastic waste, Recyclable & Reusable Packaging.
Stand for: protecting our planet and ultimate convenience
Toilet Paper
Why switch to bamboo made toilet paper? It reduces your carbon footprint and is more sustainable! The production of bamboo toilet paper uses 30% less water to make than regular toilet paper! Plus you save the destruction of trees, as bamboo (a grass) is more plentiful and grows back faster.
Tushy
100% Bamboo made.
Free of bleach and cancer-causing BPAs.
Plastic free (even packaging) and biodegradable!
36 rolls for $69
Who Gives A Crap
100% Bamboo made
No inks, dyes or scents.
Plastic free (even packaging) and biodegradable!
Donate 50% of profits to help build toilets for those in need.
Also sell tissues and paper towels.
48 rolls for $52
Cloud Paper
100% Bamboo made.
100% chlorine-free bleached, BPA free, and no added scents, dyes, or pesticides.
Plastic free (even packaging) and biodegradable.
24 rolls for $28.
Bath Towels
"Delilah Home" Towels
100% Organic Turkish Cotton.
Certified in Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS).
Member of the Organic Trade Association (OTA).
Products made in Fair Trade factories.
Towels are soft, plush, and light weight.
4 pack for $29.99
"QuiQuattro" Turkish Towels
10% bamboo and 90% cotton mix.
Female-led company, owned and ran by women, for women.
Fair-trade company.
Donate 10% of the profits to educating women in Turkey.
Larger, thin, absorbent towels. Can be used for bath, or beach towel.
Prices vary. $30+ for 1.
"SOL Organics" Towels
100% certified raw organic cotton (non-GMO).
Manufactured in Fair Trade certified facilities in India (no child labor, good conditions).
Very transparent and genuine company!
light, long-lasting, soft towels.
About $20 for 1.
Cleaning Products
Sustainable Companies for...
laundry detergent, surface cleaners, dish soap, dishwasher soap, hand soap.
Seventh Generation
laundry detergent, surface cleaners, dish soap, dishwasher soap, hand soap.
Recycled (and recyclable) packaging.
Renewable plant-based ingredients.
Cruelty-Free
The industry leader in the use of PCR (post-consumer recycled) materials.
ECOS Earth
laundry detergent, surface cleaners, dish soap, dishwasher soap, hand soap.
Plastic containers recyclable.
Natural ingredients.
Carbon neutral, water neutral, and TRUE Platinum Zero Waste certified
Produce with 100% renewable energy.
Overall very transparent and honest about ingredients and process.
Mrs. Meyers
laundry detergent, surface cleaners, dish soap, dishwasher soap, hand soap.
Made with plant-derived ingredients, essential oils and other formulated ingredients.
Cruelty-Free Formula
Recyclable Containers and at least 25% post-consumer plastic is used to make bottles.
Kitchen Ware
Kitchen towels
washrags, hand towels, reusable napkins
All Purpose Reusable Eco Cloths
Green Ocean CO.
Made from bamboo and organic cotton fabric.
Highly absorbent and anti bacterial.
Each towel is 12 x 10 inches, same size as standard paper towel.
Can be used for drying dishes, hand towel, common cleaning rag.
Bundle of 6 towels for $34
Swedish Dishcloths
Green Ocean CO.
Made from wood cellulose and cotton.
100% biodegradable.
Can be used for wiping counters, sinks, cleaning dishes and more! (very versatile)
Light and absorbent material dries fast, preventing odor development.
Each for $6, different designs available.
Reusable Cloth Napkins
Etsy
Made from cotton.
Handmade.
Great way to reduce paper consumption.
Napkin is 9 x 9 in.
Different patterns and washable!
Each napkin $2.05 (plus shipping).
Kitchen Dishes and Flatware
bowls, plates, cups/mugs
Serrv" Fair Trade Co.
Serrv empower small-scale global artisans and farmers.
Believe in social and environmental sustainability- pay fair wages, encourage sustainable practices.
Will find unique ethical kitchenware by different artist.
Bowls and plates in link.
"Green Heart" Fair Trade Co.
All products sold are fair trade, eco-friendly, made from skilled artisans.
A branch of Greenheart International, a Chicago-based organization.
Many different kitchenware products found.
"Tabletop and Kitchen" products in link.
"Palm Naki" Disposable Dinnerware
Sells disposable plates, bowls, and utensils.
All products made of Areca Palm Leaf, reducing plastic waste.
Products biodegradable and turn naturally into compost in a few months or less.
Prices vary.
Everyday Clothes
Items ranging from socks to jackets. Prices vary.
Patagonia
Very popular and well known brand that is making strides to be sustainable.
68% of fabrics are made with recycled materials.
Use organically grown and recycled cotton, which saves water and reduces CO₂ emissions.
Two-thirds of clothes is Fair Trade Certified™ sewn, impacting 66,000 workers.
Sell used clothes.
Everlane
Motto, "Our way: Exceptional quality.
Ethical factories. Radical Transparency."No new plastic used in products, packaging, poly bags, offices, and stores.
High quality clothes which will last a long time.
Moving towards fully using certified organic cotton by 2023.
GOTS Organic Cotton Certification.
Company overall very transparent with practices and sources.
Pact
Made from organic cotton.
GOTS cotton.
Fair Trade Certified.
Carbon Offset Shipping.
100% recyclable packaging. Plastic bags made with biodegradable plastic.
Overall seems to be moving in a sustainable path, could provide more transparency and information though.
Online Second Hand Stores
reminder: to order from any of these sites you have to create an account with your email
Thred Up
"Our mission is to inspire a new generation of shoppers to think secondhand clothes first."
One of the world’s largest online thrift store and consignment shops.
Conscious and centered around sustainability and the reduction of new toxic clothing production.
Depop
An app like shop where you can buy and sell second hand clothing.
A very creative, unique space with a wide range of items for sale.
A more person to person experience, set up like an instagram feed. Very welcoming!
Poshmark
"Our mission is to put people at the heart of commerce, empowering everyone to thrive."
Site where you can buy and sell second hand clothing.
Set up is very similar to Ebay!
Swimsuits
*if these aren't financially viable, please check out second-hand sources! (or reach out to me and I will do more research for you!)*
Do Good Swimwear
A small swimwear brand that supports eco-friendly and ethical practices.
Made out of recycled materials using ocean waste.
Part of "Slow Fashion" (created for quality and longevity.)
Visit their "About Us" page to see organizations they donate a part of their profits to!
Prices- Separates: $38+ | One-Pieces: $54+
Saturday Swimwear
Women-owned company and all products are handmade in the United States.
Made from a regenerated nylon derived from used and discarded fishing nets, fabric scraps and used carpets.
All packaging is made from 100% biodegradable and compostable materials.
Prices- Separates: $55+
Summersalt
Committed to providing the perfect fit for all body types.
Made with 78% recycled polyamide (post-consumer materials and nylon waste).
Items ship in poly bags that are made from recycled materials.
Manufacture in China and Asia, claim partners are committed to thoughtful practices for people and the planet.
Prices-Separates: $45+ | One-pieces: $95
Underwear
Knickery
Made from certified organic cotton.
GOTS Certified.
Fair Trade International Certified.
Oecko-Tex Certified.
Very breathable, comfortable undies.
Company recycles old undies into insulation, rug pads and rags so send yours in!
$13/pair.
MeUndies
Made from beechwood.
Fabric is sourced through an environmentally-sound process that relies on renewable energy.
The all natural fibers make the undies biodegradable.
Undies get "softer" after each wash.
Fair Trade Certified.
Men and women underwear.
$14/pair.
Pact
Made from organic cotton.
GOTS cotton.
Fair Trade Certified.
Carbon Offset Shipping.
100% recyclable packaging. Plastic bags made with biodegradable plastic.
Men and women underwear available.
$14/pair.
Shoes
Allbrids
Sneakers, flat shoes, high tops, boat shoes, slip ons.
Shoes made of wool, tree and sugar fibers.
B-Corporation.
FSC Certification.
Packaging made from 90% post-consumer recycled cardboard.
Overall transparent and concious company.
Toms
Sneakers, flats shoes, boots, booties, slip ons, slippers.
Fair Labor Association.
B Corp certification.
Aspire to be 100% sustainable cotton by 2025.
Packaging made with at least 80% recycled materials.
For every $3 made, $1 away is given away.
Overall have made big strides to be sustainable and transparent as a big company.
My Favorite Finds!🌱
My Personal Mission
With becoming conscious of how my consumption affects the earth, my mission is to be as sustainable as I can. I buy local, support small businesses and ethical companies before all else. Of course not all products I need are available at these places, this leads to the occasional Walmart and Amazon buy. I often sense myself feeling guilty when I support these unethical corporations. This is the time I have to remind myself THAT IT'S OKAY. Having a completely sustainable life is nearly impossible, what is important is we stay CONSCIOUS and do our best with what we can. That is why my mission is to stay aware and kind to the earth, but remember to not hold myself to impossible standards. 🤍:) Thank you for exploring my page, feel free to reach out with any questions!