The way we clean has a negative impact on our environment. And while a clean home isn’t negotiable, there are ways to keep it clean without the impact. I have done a lot of research into the effects our cleaning routines have on our planet. And it didn’t come as a surprise to find out … Read more
Growing your own food at home isn’t just a rewarding experience, it’s also better for our environment. And, of course, homegrown food tastes so much better. We have been growing fruit and vegetables in our garden for over a decade. It started because we wanted veggies that tasted better. But as we embarked on our … Read more
Cleaning is a necessity, whether we like it or not. But the cleaning products most of us use are full of harsh chemicals that aren’t good for us or the planet. There is plenty of scientific evidence that the conventional cleaning products we use are bad for our environment. So while we clean our homes, … Read more
Protecting our skin from the harmful UV radiation of the sun is important. And given how climate change is influencing our weather, it will become even more important in future. But conventional sunscreens have a negative impact on our environment, exacerbating the issue. Stopping to use sun protection isn’t an option, as it’s vital for … Read more
Overall Rating: 4.85/5 Effective Protection = 5.0 Value For Money = 4.8 Ease Of Use = 4.8 White Film On Skin = 4.8 PROS: CONS: Sun protection is important and shouldn’t be skipped. But can you protect your skin and the planet? My Odyskin sunscreen review will tell you. My quest to create a sustainable … Read more
If you want to live a more sustainable life, you have to look at all aspects. I have turned my attention to makeup and how to make it more eco-friendly. Many products we use in our beauty routine have quite a big environmental impact. The synthetic ingredients used are just one reason why conventional makeup … Read more
One look in your bathroom cupboard will probably be enough to realise that we have far too much plastic waste in our lives. Let’s change that and move to a zero-waste bathroom. When I started on my journey to a more sustainable life, the bathroom is where I began. I didn’t like all the plastic … Read more
If we want to reach net-zero, it’s vital that we move away from using fossil fuels. One area where we all use it is to heat our homes. Whether this is by using oil or gas, our heating systems are based on fossil fuels. As part of our journey to live a more sustainable life, … Read more
Overall Rating: 4.7/5 Effective Protection = 4.9 Value For Money = 4.3 Ease Of Use = 4.8 White Film On Skin = 4.8 PROS: CONS: Protecting your skin from harmful UV radiation is vital for healthy skin. So I look at Awake Organics mineral sunscreen to see if it’s a viable eco-friendly alternative to chemical … Read more
As part of our beauty routine, we use many tools, most of which are made of plastic. While makeup brushes and co. are a necessity, they can have a negative impact on our environment. As part of a sustainable beauty regime, you want to reduce this impact. To help you with this, we’ll tell you … Read more