The Affordable Sustainable Swaps to Make for ONLY $100

Reusable bags are an absolute must! Most people already have a bunch of these lying around the house. While “free” is great, I recommend also purchasing a set of reusable produce bags to make your grocery shopping even more plastic-free. For only $12, you can’t go wrong.

Bathroom swaps are some of the easiest to make. Start out small by opting for a bamboo toothbrush. You can get packs of 6 or 12 for as little as $7, but you can also buy a single brush at most box stores. Don’t forget to compost the brush when you are finished!

A bamboo dish brush is another great swap to make. These work great for washing dishes and can be composted when they are at the end of their life too. A set of three can be purchased for as little as $12.

Choosing to live a sustainable lifestyle often means opting for clean, simple products. Making your own DIY cleaners is a must… And you need to be able to house these in some type of bottle. These glass spray bottles are perfect for the low price of $12.

Another bathroom alternative – the safety razor (for only $13!). I have been loving this razor for years now; don’t be intimidated – it is actually super easy to shave with a safety razor.

To reduce the plastic bottles in your bathroom, a shampoo bar is a must. There are plenty of brands to choose from such as Lush, Ethique, etc. Most will cost you around $10-15; the condensed form of the bar makes it last much longer than a wasteful bottled product.

Instead of using those pesky single-use dryer sheets, choose wool dryer balls instead. These are quite affordable, as you can get a pack for only $12. A great way to keep your laundry routine zero waste!

For the women in the crowd, investing in a menstrual cup or reusable pads is a great way to reduce waste each month. Cups (like the Organicup) start at around $20 while reusable pads will cost a bit more. A worthy investment in my opinion!