Today is Earth Day – a chance for us to consider the choices we make and seek out ways to be kinder to the planet and ourselves. Collectively, small changes we each make to the way we live each day make a big difference. 🌏💚🙏🏼
Here are some easy tips to help you reduce single-use plastic and nasties in your home - without compromising style. 🍃
✔️ BYO bag – As local supermarkets gear up to ban plastic bags, there’s no better time to make the switch. Carry a re-usable shopping bag with you so you’re never caught without.
>> Try this Handwoven Net Bag - Metallic Navy/Navy - $147 or shop all re-usable bags
✔️ Coffee lovers – You’d be surprised how many cafes give a discount on coffee when you byo reusable cup.
>> Try this Joco Reusable Cups - from $27 or shop all re-usable drinkware
✔️ H2O on the go – Invest in a quality, bpa-free drink bottle and never buy a plastic water bottle again. Think of all the money you could save.
>> Try a Memobottle from $45 or shop all re-usable drinkware
✔️ Choose bamboo – An easy way to reduce plastic in your life is this everyday item, the toothbrush.
✔️ Food storage – Reusable food wraps are a great way to keep food fresh without the need for glad wrap. If you haven’t tried beeswax food wraps yet, give them a go.
✔️ Say no to straws – These single-use pieces of plastic are so unnecessary. If you enjoy sipping your smoothies and drinks through a straw, try a stainless steel alternative.
✔️ Be beauty conscious – Make the switch to natural hair care and beauty products to reduce your exposure to toxins and plastic chemicals.
✔️ Reduce the nasties – It’s easier than ever to switch to all-natural cleaning products like those from Common Good. Our cleaning products don’t need nasties to be effective!
Check out our Sustainable Lifestyle category for more ways to reduce, reuse and recycle: https://curate.co.nz/shop/lifestyle/sustainable-living