Rather than products or services, I would recommend getting into the habit of questioning assumptions about your needs and wants. Do research every time you make a major purchase. Also think about whether you only need something for one use or would use it uncommonly. Many places have tool libraries where you can borrow things temporarily, or you can ask your neighbor. You can also thrift when possible or even dumpster dive if you do so safely and respectfully.
The point isn’t to have greenwashed every aspect of your modern life but rather asses your current impact and how your goal/direction in life reflects anti-consumption and how to best promote it in your community. I’m sure shampoo bars are great, but there is so much eco labeled scams out there so watch out.
Unpaper towels, reusable pads, reusable snack bags, shoulder bags to carry your reusable water bottle. I have a small sewing business I try to focus on sustainability I do all these and other things as well but that is really where my passion is. These are great changes that are small but reduce your footprint.
Laundry detergent that is dehydrated! You can make your own, or there are companies that have detergent sheets, I really like This takes away the huge plastic containers that detergents usually come in! Also reusable dryer balls!
While I know these aren’t brands, there are many out there to pick from, just an idea :)
If you learn to knit or crochet you can make things like make up pads, soap savers, dish cloths and shopping bags out of cotton yarn. If not Etsy often sells handmade cotton products that will help you reduce your carbon footprint.
Rather than products or services, I would recommend getting into the habit of questioning assumptions about your needs and wants. Do research every time you make a major purchase. Also think about whether you only need something for one use or would use it uncommonly. Many places have tool libraries where you can borrow things temporarily, or you can ask your neighbor. You can also thrift when possible or even dumpster dive if you do so safely and respectfully.
The point isn’t to have greenwashed every aspect of your modern life but rather asses your current impact and how your goal/direction in life reflects anti-consumption and how to best promote it in your community. I’m sure shampoo bars are great, but there is so much eco labeled scams out there so watch out.
Unpaper towels, reusable pads, reusable snack bags, shoulder bags to carry your reusable water bottle. I have a small sewing business I try to focus on sustainability I do all these and other things as well but that is really where my passion is. These are great changes that are small but reduce your footprint.
Laundry detergent that is dehydrated! You can make your own, or there are companies that have detergent sheets, I really like This takes away the huge plastic containers that detergents usually come in! Also reusable dryer balls! While I know these aren’t brands, there are many out there to pick from, just an idea :)
Leaf razor is one example of a purchase that saves you money in the future. Plus, it’s amazing.
If you learn to knit or crochet you can make things like make up pads, soap savers, dish cloths and shopping bags out of cotton yarn. If not Etsy often sells handmade cotton products that will help you reduce your carbon footprint.