Plastic-free conditioner, why is it so hard to find a good, solid bar? As a sleep-deprived mum who rarely remembers to brush her hair, I need a conditioner that helps me to keep on top of the tangles so I can avoid the dreadlock that lingers on the side of my head. While there are ‘natural’ liquid options available in recycled plastic packaging, a solid conditioner bar has a lower carbon footprint so I really wanted to make the swap.
Read MoreSo you want your home to be more sustainable but your budget is tight? In this post, I’ve listed 75 individual actions you can take to be more sustainable at home when you’re on a budget, to show that you can still be eco-friendly without buying the zero waste swaps.
Read MoreEverything you need to know about choosing reusable nappies for your newborn baby. This article explains the different types of cloth diapers and includes washing routine tips.
Read MoreThe word ‘natural’ doesn’t really mean anything. Clean beauty is a profitable trend, like, the trillion-dollar kind… yet there can be all sorts of controversial ingredients, including liquid plastics (which are not banned in cosmetics in the UK in case you were wondering). Today I’m going to be reviewing this gift set by Odylique to see if they are as natural and effective as they say.
Read MoreI am always getting asked if certain cleaning products are good for the environment and safe to use around children so I thought it’d be helpful if I put together a list of ingredients I avoid and why. Some chemicals are toxic if you have asthma or eczema, others are bad for the environment.
Read MoreDoes anyone else feel like wrapping presents in an eco-friendly way is so much harder than coming up with sustainable gift ideas? No matter how much effort you put in, there will always be that one relative that goes OTT with the plastic tape leaving you no choice but to open their presents with your teeth.
This blog post makes a great subtle hint by the way.
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Forget the plastic-free swaps and focus your energy on the bigger changes that need to happen first. The 8 areas I have covered include ideas for changing the system, reducing your individual carbon footprint and living more sustainably.
Read MoreI asked 25 eco-friendly mums to share one piece of advice for parents starting out on their sustainable living journey. Keep reading to find out what they said.
Read MoreI’m on a quest to find an eco-friendly shampoo and conditioner bar that won’t leave me scratching like I’ve got nits. One that cleans well in hard water, is plastic-free and has no transition phase or vinegar.
Read MoreIf you want to be a sustainable parent, instead of just a plastic-free one, then this post is for you. Zero waste is more than just eco-friendly swaps, it’s about human rights, social justice, inclusivity, and understanding your privilege.
Read MoreMuslin squares are an essential newborn baby product, but large muslin swaddles are useful in a variety of ways (especially if you're a sucker for cute designs). All the companies I have listed have used natural, organic materials without any toxic dyes. Is there anything you can’t do with a muslin?
Read MoreIf you’ve become aware of the potentially harmful ingredients in mainstream products, you may be looking to switch to a natural, vegan deodorant. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by choice, or cringing at the price of some of the plastic-free deodorants, making your own is a cost-effective solution.
Read MoreRomance isn’t dead, we just have to take back Valentine’s Day. Let’s face it, in our fast-paced society where people run to the supermarket after work hoping there are some flowers left, Valentine’s Day is all about consumerism. From carbon-heavy roses to plastic-filled teddy bears made by Asian factory workers on inexcusably low wages, Valentine’s Day is terrible for the planet and for the human beings slaving away in the background.
Read More10,000 litres. That’s how much water it takes the fast fashion industry to make a single pair of jeans. When you consider that 2.1 billion people don’t have access to safe drinking water, it seems ridiculous that the fashion industry creates 80 billion new items of clothing every year.
Read MoreEven as a conscious consumer, there may be products you are hoping to find at a discounted rate this Black Friday. Maybe you want to find a sustainable Christmas gift for someone you care about or you just need to stock up on your zero waste toiletries. Whatever your needs, Amazon, with its low prices and conveniently fast shipping, seems to have it all. But too often, convenience comes with collateral damage. So what is Amazon’s dirty secret and where can you shop instead?
Read MoreNot all wooden toys are created equally. Natural materials aren't always sustainable. To avoid greenwashing and supporting deforestation, follow my 5 step method to work out which companies are ethical, and which wooden toys are eco-friendly.
Read MoreIf you’re on social media, chances are you’ve noticed people throwing around the phrases: “zero waste,” “green living,” and “sustainable.” But what does it all mean and why does it matter? A sustainable future is important because if we don’t stop using the planet’s natural resources at the current rate there…
Read MoreDo you ever feel like your home would fall apart without you holding it all together? My minimalism journey was helping me to create a low-maintenance home, sustainability allowed me to live with intent. And I had decluttered to my heart's content. So why was I feeling mentally drained and exhausted? Three words: the mental load.
Read MoreSlimy composts, poo-stained nappies, and waxy hair… sustainable living isn't all Instagram pretty pictures. In fact, it's often the opposite. As much as I admire people who can keep their trash in a jar, maintaining a zero-waste lifestyle can be hard and we shouldn’t pretend otherwise (unless you’re rich and don’t have kids).
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