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Top 10 Eco Swaps to Make Today! 🌎

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Being eco-friendly doesn't need to be hard or expensive - there are so many ways to reduce, reuse, and recycle! Here are my top ten recommendations for the easiest sustainable swaps to start making in your daily life!
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1. Reusable bags

Instead of single-use plastic bags, opt for reusables in all your shopping. I imagine you already have a couple reusable bags in your home!

 
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These are extra large bags that are perfect for large grocery hauls
Canvas Grocery Bag
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These are a great way to avoid plastic produce bags at the grocery store - and you can actually open these easily!
Reusable Mesh Produce Bags
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I love a good tote bag to carry when I run errands - or you can use them as a purse!
Small Reusable Canvas Tote Bags
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2. Reusable water bottle

Staying hydrated is super important, but don't harm the planet by using plastic water bottles. Invest in a good reusable one that you can carry wherever you go.

 
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I've had my Hydroflask since college and it is still is great condition - would totally recommend!
Hydro Flask Stainless Steel Water Bottle
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Stanleys are popular for a reason…
Stanley Tumbler
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3. Safety razor

For anyone who shaves, use a safety razor instead of a disposable one. You'll get a closer shave too!

 
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This is my current razor and it is AWESOME!
Bambaw Safety Razor
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All the tips and tricks for using a safety razor - I promise it's easy!
How to Shave with a Safety Razor
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This pack of blades will last you years! And you can recycle them too
Astra Platinum Safety Razor Blades
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4. Reusable food storage

Avoid Ziploc bags by opting for reusable food storage instead.

 
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A true alternative to Ziplocs
Reusable Sandwich Bags
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I try to store my food in glass whenever possible so plastic doesn't leach into my food…
Snapware Glass Storage Set
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A good set of food storage containers with lots of different sizes
24-Piece Glass Storage Containers
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5. Shampoo bars

Avoid plastics in the bathroom by switching to a shampoo bar (and other bar products). Soap, conditioner, lotion, face wash, etc. can all be found as bars.

 
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Ethique has some awesome shampoo bars to try!
Ethique Pinkalicious Shampoo Bar
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Love that Kitsch has their bars in the shape of what they are (aka S for shampoo)
Kitsch Rosemary & Biotin Volumizing Shampoo
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If you aren't excited about a bar, try a refillable shampoo bottle!
Plaine Products Refillable Shampoo
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6. Reusable straws

Save the turtles and order your drinks without a straw!

 
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These are SO cheap (under $10!) and perfect for on the go too
12-Pack Reusable Stainless Steel Straws
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These glass straws are classic and cute!
Glass Straws with Cleaning Brush
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7. Eco period swaps

There are so many options for sustainable period care - menstrual cups, period panties, the list goes on!

 
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Check out my full list of eco period swaps!
ALL my Sustainable Period Products Recs!
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8. Secondhand clothes

Fast fashion sucks, so start thrifting instead! You'll find some amazing, one of a kind pieces.

 
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Here's all the top tips from a hardcore thrifter :)
How to Thrift (Thrifting 101)
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Wanting to still shop online? You can still shop secondhand!
ThredUp
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9. Reusable cotton pads

Another great bathroom swap - you can use these cotton pads for so many things!

 
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Perfect for removing makeup, applying toner, etc.
Reusable Makeup Remover Pads
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10. Compost

While a compost bin may seem like an expensive purchase, it is actually SO worth the money. You will save some much food waste from going to the landfill!

 
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Such a good compost bin!!
IM4000 Dual Chamber Tumbling Composter
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Everything you need to know as a beginner composter
Backyard Composting Tips
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