bookmark_borderAnother Great Shampoo Bar: Soak and Float Lush Review!

Hey earth muffins! If you are looking for an eco-friendly swap in the bathroom, I recommend switching to a shampoo bar. Lush has a ton of great ones to try out… I’ve tried a bunch of them so far; today I’ll be sharing my thoughts on the Soak and Float shampoo bar. Keep reading for everything I love (and dislike) about this sustainable product!

What I Love About This Shampoo Bar

The first pro of this shampoo bar is that it is a great sustainable alternative to typical shampoos. No plastic bottle, no packaging, and no watered down shampoo. It is always better to choose bar over bottles because they are a much more eco, zero waste swap. Lush does a great job with shipping (if you can’t pick up the bar in a local Lush store). The box it comes in is small and fits the product exactly. I love that this brand uses water soluble packing peanuts too!

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bookmark_borderBackyard Composting Tips You Need to Know!

Hey earth muffins! Spring is here, which means we have access to our backyard compost bins again! Having a compost bin is a great way to curb your food waste and reduce the amount of biodegradable scraps headed to the landfill. Keep reading for a list of the best backyard composting tips to ensure you utilize your bin as best you can this spring!

~Be as serious about composting as you want!

The first of the backyard composting tips is to compost in a way that fits your lifestyle. Tumbler composters (like the one I have) are usually easier to deal with than compost piles. Pick your compost method wisely – and then be as serious about composting as you want. Do what fits with your lifestyle and your daily routine! If you try to bite off more than you can chew you might end up not using your bin at all.

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bookmark_borderEco-Friendly Fashion Made Easy

When looking to adopt a sustainable lifestyle, making the right fashion choices should be one of the very top items on your agenda. Most people probably appreciate the importance of opting for natural materials. However, you can do so much more. Here are some simple tips to make the pursuit of eco-friendly fashion far easier to manage.

#1. Support Ethical Companies

The decisions you make will have minimal impact compared to the efforts of the businesses you support. So, it’s vital that you select the right ones. It’s not just about using natural materials, either. Lab grown diamond bracelets at Whiteflash are a great example of this. After all, the traditional diamond mining industry can cause significant carbon emissions. Avoiding this is ideal. It can also be hugely rewarding to support a business that has a dedicated roadmap to net zero in place.

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bookmark_borderHow to Stay Eco-Friendly While Moving Cross Country

Approximately 8.4 million tons of junk get thrown away each year, and nearly all of this is in the name of moving. While it’s easy to see why people want to have as little as possible when they’re packing up and moving away, it’s almost always wasteful. Fortunately, yes, whether you’re moving cross country or down the straight, you can stay eco-friendly through it all, so if you’re wanting to know how you can do it. Here’s everything you need to know.

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bookmark_borderThe BEST Sustainable Gifts for Mother’s Day

Hey earth muffins! A very important day is around the corner – Mother’s Day! Just like with any holiday, you can 10000% have a zero waste Mother’s Day. You don’t need to compromise your eco-friendly values to treat your Mother on her special day. If you are looking for a present, keep reading this guide for the best sustainable gifts for Mother’s Day!

Top Eco-Friendly Gifts for Mother’s Day:

1. Chocolates or cupcakes from a local bakery – Food or treats is always a great option when you are looking to buy someone a present. Support your mom’s favorite local bakery and buy her a selection of her favorite desserts.

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bookmark_borderWays to Put Down Your Phone & Enjoy Mother Earth This Spring

Hey earth muffins! Spring weather is (finally) here to stay, which means it is time to spend more time outside! Spring is an excellent season to get extra Vitamin D and enjoy all that nature has to offer us after a long, cold winter. Keep reading for a few suggestions on easy ways to put down your phone and enjoy Mother Earth in the upcoming months!

~ Plant a garden or do some landscaping

Spring flowers are such a beautiful sign that winter is behind us… And it is the perfect time to do a bit of outdoor work. Plant some of your favorite flowers, do some weeding, or make sure your landscaping looks great. Don’t be afraid to get your hands dirty!

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bookmark_border4 Tips For Making Plant-Based Diet Side Dishes

Switching to a plant-based diet can be a great way to improve your health and reduce your environmental impact. However, making sure you have delicious and nutritious side dishes can be a challenge. But that’s nothing a little creativity cannot handle. It’s easy to create side dishes that will not only complement your plant-based meals but also keep you satisfied. Whether you just started your plant-based eating journey or are already a pro in this diet, you can use the following tips to create delicious and filling side dishes you will enjoy.

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bookmark_border26 Things I’ve Learned By Living a Sustainable Lifestyle

Hey earth muffins! May is just around the corner, which is extra special to me since it is my birth month! I will be turning 26 this year… In honor of my birthday, I thought it would be fun to share 26 lessons I’ve learned about sustainable living. From small little things to big life lessons, there is so much to learn by reducing your impact on the planet. Here’s what I’ve learned by living a sustainable lifestyle:

Lessons I’ve Learned by Living a Sustainable Lifestyle:

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