For the last two years, I've been trying to find the perfect sunblock. I wanted to find one that is fragrance-free, vegan, and healthy for me and the planet. It's harder than you think to find one that meets all of these criteria!
Category: Responsible Living
Deposit Program
Find out how you can save money and be good to our planet.
7 Ways to go Waste-Free
It's easier than you think to go waste-free.
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.
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:
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.
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