Happy Earth Day everyone! Here’s a guide to 10 must-have items for your home that will not only have you clean and organized but also can help out the environment by recycling, reducing and reusing. Check out these eco-friendly home helpers below:
1. Environmentally Friendly Hand Soap By EO
It’s pH balanced, biodegradable and organic. Washing your hands has never been more responsible!
2. Organic Buckwheat-Hull Pillow By OMI
OMI’s commitment to maintaining a chemical-free, smoke-free, fragrance-free, and cruelty-free environment runs so deep that their employees don’t smoke, wear fragrances, or use fabric softeners on their clothing.
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3. Sustainable Wood Cutting Board By Proteak
Their carefully managed plantations cover 8,000 acres of previously-cleared ranch lands and are now home to more than 3.3 million trees. On a daily basis, their plantations capture the CO2 emitted by 20 million cars. Additionally, Proteak helps reduce freight emissions by providing a closer and more ethical source of this legendary material.
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4. Natural Laundry Detergent By Seventh Generation
This laundry detergent is non-toxic & biodegradable, hypoallergenic, free of phosphates & optical brighteners, safe for septic & greywater systems, not tested on animals and kosher-certified!
5. Clay Wok By Solay
Clay cookware has been used for centuries and will withstand the test of time making it the ultimate sustainable cooking pan.
6. Bamboo Sheets From VivaTerra
These sheets are not only soft but also are made from a renewable, pesticide-free resource.
7. Reusable Hemp Coffee Filters By Cusp
These are washable so you can reuse them. They also cut down on paper product waste and saves you ton of money.
8. Paper Plate Alternatives By Preserve
Stop using paper and plastic products that pollute the environment! These are made of 100% recycled #5 plastic, 100% recyclable, can withstand hundreds of uses.
They are also dishwasher safe and BPA & melamine free.
9. Reusable Terry Cloth Mop From Mary Moppins
The mop head is topped with a washable and reusable terry cloth cover. The terry cloth is not only more green but also makes your chores much, much easier to do.
10. Recycled Toothbrushes From Preserve
Did you ever think your tooth brush could make you more green? These are powered by recycled yogurt cups. The handles are made from 100% recycled BPA-free #5 plastic. They are also completely recyclable after use. Even better Preserve offers a toothbrush replacement subscription service.