Swapping bottles for bars is one of the simplest changes that can significantly cut the amount of single-use plastic in your household. If you’re just getting started with reducing plastic, this simple swap is an excellent place to start. Read on for 5 great reasons to swap plastic bottles for bars, and for reviews of some of my favourite bar products.
Plastic Free July Wrap-Up – 10 things I learned
To take the next step in my waste reduction journey, this year I decided to participate in the Plastic Free July Challenge. It was an eye-opening exercise – definitely a lot more difficult than I anticipated.
In this wrap-up post, I reflect on my observations and learnings from the month.
Are you ready for the Plastic Free July challenge?
I can’t believe it’s almost July. In addition to being the start of the second half of the year, July is designated as Plastic Free July. This year, I am planning a Plastic Free July Challenge and I will share my progress in weekly blog posts. Will you join me by finding ways to reduce single-use plastic in your life?
April goal – Plastic shampoo and conditioner bottles
The April goal in our Year of monthly waste reduction goals is to eliminate plastic shampoo and conditioner bottles. Not only is this simple change good for the environment, but will save you a lot of money.
The search for natural makeup with less packaging
When I was young, I remember my mother and grandmother using refillable compacts for their face powder. I thought it was so glamorous. Over the years, as our society fell in love with throwaway, these refillable compacts gave way to disposable plastic compacts. In my quest to reduce waste, I found a Canadian gem!