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Is Solid Shampoo and Conditioner Sustainable or is it Greenwashing?

Shampoo and conditioner bars are essentially just that - shampoo and/or conditioner in bar form.

The argument in favor of bars is essentially that liquid shampoo and conditioner is 80% water, so by removing the water you have a product that’s undiluted, lasts longer, and can be completely plastic free. Plus the smaller packaging means it costs less to ship which means less carbon emissions.

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Is Seventh Generation Sustainable or is it Greenwashing?

Seventh Generation is a well known household cleaning brand and originally started as a mail-order catalog business that specialized in energy-, water-, and resource-saving products. The name is a reference to a philosophy which says “in our every deliberation, we must consider the impact of our decisions on the next seven generations.”

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How to Make your Own Nontoxic and Eco-Friendly DIY Homemade Household Cleaners

I’ve narrowed down my cleaners to a multi-purpose cleaner and a disinfectant, and I make them myself which saves me so much money since I’m not buying a bunch of random cleaners that essentially all do the same thing. I wouldn’t be surprised if you have all of the ingredients in your house ,and while they may be a little bit strong scented, the smell will deodorize your air and also clean amazingly.

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How to be a Conscious Consumer in a Fast Fashion World

It’s no secret that fast fashion brands are getting a lot of heat today for their impact, but how did we get to this place anyways? Today, we are going to delve into the world of fast fashion, exploring its history, impacts, and what we as consumers can do about it. Let’s dive into the deep dive of fast fashion!

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How to Create an Intentional Holiday Season

Let’s talk about the holiday season. It’s definitely a time of year that can cause many people to stress out - me definitely being one of those people! I’ve found that creating an intentional holiday season by setting boundaries, creating more than consuming, and reaching out to loved ones really helps lessen the stress & make the season more enjoyable. We’ve chatted this topic on this episode of the Mind Body Planet podcast where we go into more detail, but let’s dive into here in blog style format so we can visually break down how you can create an intentional holiday!

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The 10 Best Eco-Friendly & Sustainable Backpacks

With back to school quickly approaching, there is no better feeling than a trusty backpack to hold all of your books and electronics! This year, try looking for an eco-friendly and sustainable backpack that can help keep your stuff safe as well as the planet. We’ll start with the 10 best eco-friendly and sustainable backpacks on the market.

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How to Start your Sustainability Journey in 2023

So you love the Earth too, huh? Not sure where to start? Aren’t sure what you can even do to help protect our planet? WELL MAN AM I GLAD WE FOUND EACH OTHER! I'm so glad you're interested in starting your sustainable journey in 2023, and lucky for you - there are so many actionable steps you can take to be more eco-friendly. Taking care of our planet is so important, and every little action counts!

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Sustainable Brands Participating in Amazon Prime Day 2023

Amazon Prime Day 2023 is July 11th and 12th & there will be so many deals for people to shop! While you may get swept into looking into what’s trending, I encourage you to check out the below brands who are participating in Prime Day and are sustainable and eco-friendly options! I have firsthand experience using all of the below products and would not include them if I didn’t truly love each brand.

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What’s the Difference between Mineral and Chemical Sunscreen?

It’s a question I get asked, A LOT. So you’ve probably seen the plethora of sunscreens available for purchase in your local grocery store or online. If you’re like me - I get decision fatigue because there are so many options! Never fear, because after this, you’re sunscreen choice will surpassingly be way easier.

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What is Plastic Free July & how can you Join the Challenge?

Have you heard of Plastic Free July? I actually have no idea how it got started, but to put it simply - Plastic Free July is a month-long social media challenge to rethink your household purchases and ultimately move away from items made of plastic. It may sounds daunting considering SO MANY THINGS are made with plastic, but I have good news! You don’t have to cut out everything at once!

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What is Slow Living?

Slow living… it’s a phrase 'I’m starting to see more of and it is closely aligned with the minimalism lifestyle. But what does it really mean for those of us who live a fast paced lifestyle filled with work, friends, and family?

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