I support and participate in parts of the zero-waste movement. However… Upfront, I want to say that I fully support and take part in some aspects of the zero-waste movement! Being more mindful of my purchasing decisions (especially as it relates to packaging) has helped me reduce the trash I produce and, in many instances, …
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Note: This post may contain affiliate links. Should you decide to purchase any items through these links, I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. I’m not a fan of the term “clean” beauty. The word “clean” isn’t regulated by the FDA and the beauty industry is a bit of a …
Note: This post may contain affiliate links. Should you decide to purchase any items through these links, I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. This list of must-read books on environmental racism, climate change, and sustainability is a compilation of both my favorites and the ones on my current reading …
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As a white woman in the sustainability space, I’ve been thinking a lot about how to be actively anti-racist and encourage other non-black and non-POC folks to do the same — in everyday life, professional settings, and in the world of sustainability in general. One of the simplest ways to get started is to actively …
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Sustainability and social justice are inextricably linked to one another. We cannot build a sustainable future and mitigate the consequences of climate change without addressing the racial injustices that exist in our current systems. With the recent murders of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery, and countless other innocent black civilians, it is critical …
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It isn’t always easy to find sustainable alternatives to the things we need everyday. However, these one-stop shops are making eco-friendly, sustainable, and zero waste products accessible to the masses! 1. Package Free Shop Package Free Shop is on a mission to make the world less trashy! This store offers zero waste and plastic-free products …
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Sometimes beauty is just plain trashy. Between packaging, ingredients, and waste from manufacturing, beauty’s environmental footprint is a big one. While most beauty companies still have a long way to go in terms of designing their products sustainably, there are a few standouts. Specifically, these 6 beauty brands are working to reduce their packaging …
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The global beauty industry is massive, expensive, and needs a greener makeover. On average, women spend about $225,000 over the course of their lifetimes (ages 18-78) on beauty. That’s about $3,750 per year. Yikes! Not to mention, sustainable beauty really is the wild west. Environmental regulations are lacking. Some companies like Beautycounter, RMS, Credo, and …
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Some brands are taking sustainability seriously. Others aren’t really practicing what the preach. Here’s how you can find out whether a brand is truly sustainable.
