It's easier than you think to go waste-free.
Author: Carmen
Carmen is a passionate environmentalist who is constantly looking for small ways to care for our planet. Dismayed by the amount of waste - especially plastics - and the number of disposable products that are widely used, she has developed a rather fearless DIY attitude that has led her to self-learn how to sew, cook, and make skin care and beauty products. She strives to make products that are safe for people AND the environment. She has been a vegetarian since 2010 and a dietary vegan since 2012. She also loves animals, especially bunnies!
Why Not Green Holiday Gifts?
Still looking for gifts? Go green! Below are several gift ideas that are eco-friendly.
Green Gift-Giving Ideas
I love Lee Valley. If I need something for my home or if I want to get a gift, this is always my first stop (of course, after checking out some vintage shops first). They sell neat and useful gadgets that are eco-friendly and made to last (quality!). They also sell many plastic-free games and toys that teach problem-solving skills and non-violence (unlike most video games and toys out there today).
My Favourite Vintage Shops
The holidays are just around the corner. Why not choose vintage goods? Buying second-hand is eco-friendly in that you are not using new resources and energy to produce a new item. In addition, I find that vintage items were made to last - therefore they are better quality. Finally, the items may be more unique because they are not mass-produced.
Breakouts 101
Pimples, blackheads, whiteheads. No one likes them. There are a number of causes of these breakouts: poor diet, stress, lack of sleep, hormones, hygiene, and the products that you use. Today, we'll focus on the last two.
Oils are Good for Your Skin
While some people are misinformed about the relationship between oil and skin, others have tried serums but didn't use them correctly. You must apply on damp skin - that is, after you wash your face or after you apply toner. This allows for easy application and for the serum to be distributed evenly. The other reason why people are hesitant to try serums is because they seem to be expensive. If you use 4 drops a day and a 25ml container provides 500 drops, this means that one little jar will last 125 days or 4 months!
Masala Chickpeas & Roasted Veggies
An easy and healthy vegan, gluten-free, soy-free meal with some spice.
Buy More Responsibly: 6 Tips
The best fix is to not buy stuff. We all know how hard that is so if we must buy stuff, we should buy more responsibly. What does buying responsibly mean? Here is what I've been trying to do limit my consumerist tendencies over the last few years:
RENOVATIONS
Starting June 28th, Lionheads will only be able to fulfill in-stock items due to renovations. Apologies for any inconveniences.
REVIEW – Brush with Bamboo
I’ve never really thought about my toothbrush, even though it’s made from plastic. Sure, I’ve seen those alternative toothbrushes at the store but never made the switch. According to Brush with Bamboo, over 4.7 billion plastic toothbrushes end up in oceans and landfills every year.
Lionheads 
You must be logged in to post a comment.