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No appetite for plastic? Tips to reduce food contamination
We're ingesting plastic at unprecedented rates with unknown effects. Learn how to reduce risk, while also cutting waste and saving money.
Mar 38 min read


Green Circle Salons combats the beasts of beauty
The beauty industry produces 877 pounds of waste every minute. Learn how Green Circle Salons is working to keep this waste out of landfills.
Jan 132 min read

A greener gift guide for the holidays | 2024 edition
With the gift giving season upon us, here are some ideas with a focus on sustainability
Nov 18, 202413 min read


The dirt on landscape fabric (and better options to control weeds)
A temporary respite from weeds isn't worth the extensive damage caused by landscape fabric. Your yard and garden deserve better.
Aug 12, 20245 min read


The hidden plastic in plastic-free dish and laundry detergents
PVA plastic in laundry and dishwashing products can harm the environment. Here are some better options that are truly plastic-free.
Jul 22, 20244 min read


Food storage: Stainless steel, no plastic lids
For when you want an upgrade from yogurt tubs, stainless is durable, lightweight, and non-toxic.
Jul 15, 20242 min read


Water to go: Portable, reusable storage for when you want (or need) to get away
Prep your camp kit or emergency “go” kit with water storage solutions that aren’t single-use plastic
Jun 21, 20242 min read


A roundup of shower curtains that aren't toxic sheets of plastic
Typical shower curtains are made from PVC, one of the most toxic substances on the planet. Here are better options for a safer shower.
Apr 15, 20246 min read

HiBAR deodorant, goodbye stink and plastic
Finally, a plastic-free deodorant that actually works! Here's why HiBAR clears the bar.
Mar 13, 20242 min read


Resolve to be less trashy in 2024
If you’d like to be less trashy this year, I’ve got plenty of suggestions that can help you reach that goal. Let's get started!
Jan 22, 20247 min read


A greener gift guide for the holidays | 2023 edition
If you're shopping for holiday gifts, here are some ideas with a focus on sustainability
Dec 1, 20235 min read


Home safety: First Alert makes a non-toxic, sustainable fire extinguisher
Need a home fire extinguisher? This one is non-toxic, reusable, highly rated, reasonably priced, and suitable for class A, B, and C fires.
Nov 26, 20232 min read

Food storage: Skip plastic, silicone has you covered
Image source, clockwise: EcoPeaceful, ANDYKEN, Homelux Theory, Zero Waste Outlet Yes, I have a roll of plastic wrap in my kitchen, but I...
Oct 26, 20235 min read


Oral care: Davids, I like your squeezable tube
But first, a brief history lesson on oral care: “Around 3,000–5,000 B.C., ancient Egyptians first developed a dental cream which...
Sep 29, 20232 min read

FaceTheory: Serious about skincare and sustainability
FaceTheory checks all the boxes: Effective, sustainable skincare with quality ingredients and minimal plastic—all at a reasonable price.
Aug 16, 20233 min read

Haircare: JVN Yaaassss
If I ever throw a fantasy dinner party, Jonathan Van Ness gets an invitation. I like supporting people I like, so I decided to try his...
Aug 16, 20232 min read
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