Do you ever wonder what’s in the cleaning products you use? It’s not an easy question to answer because cleaning product manufacturers aren’t required to disclose their ingredients. This week on Throwback Thursday, I bring back a post from 2019 about chemical-free cleaning.
Finding an aluminum-free deodorant that really works
There’s nothing like a cancer diagnosis to make you keenly aware of what you’re putting on and in your body. After hearing of a possible link between breast cancer and antiperspirants containing aluminum, I started to look for aluminum-free deodorant options. Today’s post is an unbiased review of several brands that I’ve found to be effective. As an added bonus, there are even a few plastic-free options.
The stinky truth – I tried several brands before I found one that worked.
How does climate action redefine our future?
The Climate Change Collective is an initiative where the blogging community unites behind a common goal. Today, I’m happy to continue the conversation by sharing the second post in the series. Molly, from Transatlantic Notes, reminds us we have the power to redefine our future through climate action.
Helpful tips for sustainable and low-waste grocery shopping
Food shopping is an area where we have a big opportunity to reduce our environmental impact. Have you ever done a serious audit of the bags you bring home from the supermarket? Chances are you’ll find a lot of unnecessary single-use packaging.
Today’s post has tips for sustainable and low-waste grocery shopping. As an added bonus, some of these changes might save you a little money.
Understanding the Diderot Effect can simplify your life
Are you familiar with the Diderot Effect? Even if you don’t have a name for it, I’m willing to bet you’ve experienced its effects on your life. Most of us have. It’s a common side effect of a consumer culture that conditions us to want new things, even when our old things are perfectly fine.
Read on to learn about the Diderot Effect, and get tips on how you can control its impact on your life.
How to help the natural world on National Wildlife Day
Sunday is National Wildlife Day—a day set aside to raise awareness of the plight of endangered animals and the importance of conservation and education. To celebrate, today’s post looks at the history of National Wildlife Day and the impact of human activity on the natural world. Plus, learn four ways to celebrate the day and make a difference.
Welcome to the Climate Change Collective
How concerned are you about climate change? A recent study reports more than two-thirds of people around the world acknowledge it as a somewhat or very serious threat. It’s encouraging to see the level of concern has increased in recent years, but what will it take to get the deniers on board?
Welcome to the first post from the Climate Change Collective—a group of bloggers joining forces to keep this important issue top of mind for everyone.
Easy low-cost and low-waste skin care routine
Skin care is big business, with the global skin care market estimated at over $130 Billion USD in 2021. The beauty industry also generates billions of pieces of plastic packaging every year—most of it non-recyclable. If you want to develop a low-waste skin care routine that will be kind to the planet and save you hundreds of dollars a year, you’re in the right place!
Happiness is … candy with no plastic wrapping
Do you love candy? I do. I love all kinds of candy! Chocolate is one of my favourite simple pleasures. I find it very frustrating that most candy comes in non-recyclable plastic packaging. Today’s post has 8 candy options with no plastic wrapping to satisfy your sweet tooth while caring for the planet.
Wrapping up Plastic Free July 2022
Plastic Free July is in the books for 2022. Did you participate this year? Let’s start off the month of August by wrapping up Plastic Free July 2022. Today’s post has a summary of my learnings and observations from the past month. There is hope!