Gifting season is always bittersweet when you want to take in the warmth and excitement of the holidays, but don’t want to contribute to the rampant consumerism that has been and still is driving the destruction of our planet. Balance, amirite? While opting out of gift season altogether is the most sustainable action to take…
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How Sustainable Is Refillable Skincare? A Look At The Clean Skincare Brands Leading The Way
With challenges like excess packaging, questionable chemicals, and animal testing, you might wonder whether skincare can ever actually be sustainable. But slow as its evolution may be, the beauty industry has come along way to get to a point where refillable skincare is even an option. Organizations like Environmental Working Group and EcoCert have long…
Our Favorite Quotes from David Attenborough
Naturalist, broadcaster, and conservationist David Attenborough is definitely one of my heroes. The 96 year old has dedicated an entire lifetime to studying the planet, its history, diversity, and threats. There is a reason he is so well-known and celebrated by now. Of course, I’m inspired by anyone who has followed their passions and curiosity…
How To Celebrate Earth Day Like Communities Around The World
If you didn’t know, Earth Day is on April 22nd! And if you grew up in the US, you probably have this very picturesque image of planting trees, or picking up trash on the beach together, when you think about how to celebrate. It’s a cute idea (that requires a certain degree of extroversion), but…
Back to Basics: 10 Natural, Women Owned, Palm-Oil Free Bar Soap Brands
When I originally set out to write a post on biodegradable soap, I didn’t intend on palm oil being the subject. Honestly, I just love a good, effective natural skincare product all wrapped in some pretty, sustainable packaging. That’s it. It’s a light, afternoon kind of blog read, and palm oil is, well, not. Unfortunately,…
From Candy to Costumes, These Are The Easiest Eco Friendly Halloween Swaps
As much as I love hot girl summer, nothing gets me quite as hyped as spooky season… I think it’s something about the joy it sparks for my inner child? I loved trick-or-treating as a kid because of all the candy I brought home, and Hocus Pocus just hits different this time of year. (As…
