Being eco-friendly doesn't need to be hard or expensive! There are tons of ways to reduce, reuse, and recycle! It can be overwhelming to start, so this is a list of the easiest sustainable swaps that will reduce your impact in your daily routine.
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1. Reusable bags
2. Reusable water bottle
3. Safety razor
4. Reusable food storage
5. Shampoo bars
6. Reusable straws
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 lying around already!
These are extra large bags that are perfect for large grocery hauls
Canvas Grocery Bag
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
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
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.
I've had my Hydroflask since college and it is still is great condition - would totally recommend!
Hydro Flask Stainless Steel Water Bottle
Stanleys are popular for a reason…
Stanley Tumbler
3. Safety razor
For anyone who shaves, use a safety razor instead of a disposable one. You'll get a closer shave too!
This is my current razor and it is AWESOME!
Bambaw Safety Razor
All the tips and tricks for using a safety razor - I promise it's easy!
How to Shave with a Safety Razor
This pack of blades will last you years! And you can recycle them too
Astra Platinum Safety Razor Blades
4. Reusable food storage
Avoid Ziploc bags by opting for reusable food storage instead.
A true alternative to Ziplocs
Reusable Sandwich Bags
I try to store my food in glass whenever possible so plastic doesn't leach into my food…
Snapware Glass Storage Set
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.
Ethique has some awesome shampoo bars to try!
Ethique Pinkalicious Shampoo Bar
Love that Kitsch has their bars in the shape of what they are (aka S for shampoo)
Kitsch Rosemary & Biotin Volumizing Shampoo
If you aren't excited about a bar, try a refillable shampoo bottle!
Plaine Products Refillable Shampoo
6. Reusable straws
Save the turtles and order your drinks without a straw!
These are SO cheap (under $10!) and perfect for on the go too
12-Pack Reusable Stainless Steel Straws
These glass straws are classic and cute!
Glass Straws with Cleaning Brush
7. 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!
Such a good compost bin!!
IM4000 Dual Chamber Tumbling Composter
Everything you need to know as a beginner composter
