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[@lisbethdc]

Finally a person who tells you to first finish what you have and then switch to sustainable things.

[@linam2763]

For anyone who is "feeling betrayed" by the sponsorship, I hope that you also NEVER order vegan options at a non-vegan restaurant...or buy groceries at a non-vegan grocery store...or buy ANYTHING that comes from a non-vegan business...cause guess what? If you do, you're supporting animal cruelty. Do you see how ridiculous that line of thinking is? We're all out here doing the best we can in a non-vegan world. Sending love to you all.

[@sh4mbles]

There's a difference between individuals doing their best to make ethical choices and a creator with a large platform based on sustainability, veganism and ethics taking money from an environmentally damaging animal testing company and actively PROMOTING a shadier product. We should respectfully hold creators accountable and people have every right to question their motives!

[@linam2763]

I do agree with you, Zoe, I really do. However, if people purchase Ecover, doesn't that send the message to SCJ that consumers want Eco-friendly and cruelty free products? Perhaps even inspiring them to eliminate animal testing for other products in the future?

[@Karincl7]

@@sh4mbles i think it s a great choice to take a eco friendly product so you promote the eco side of one of the big companies...

[@SM-eb6tw]

While I agree with your sentiment I think the issue I have is that as a consumer I am aware that shopping at my local grocery means I am supporting a company which sells animal products. It’s really shitty BUT at least I’m aware of these circumstances. Buying a specific brand that says it’s cruelty free and eco conscious while actually being owned by SC Johnson is deceptive and to promote this to people who don’t have this awareness is disingenuous

[@PaulaJoW]

@@Karincl7 My feeling is that SC Johnson developed an "eco-friendly" line to cash in on the trend. They are not even close to being an eco company, nor do they strive to be.

[@AJ-rm2vh]

Some People's reaction is the reason some people get deterred from Veganism While Ecover's parent company isn't ideal, their products have the leaping bunny which means their products specifically are not tested on animals So many brands have parent companies that don't necessarily have the best practices: ever bought anything by Alpro or Provamel? Well they're owned by Danone (they sell milk products) Beyond meat partly belongs to Tyson food From 2006 to 2017 Bodyshop was owned by L'Oréal (animal testing) Also, if you are being so picky, you shouldn't go grocery shopping in Sainsbury's or any other place that sells meat/unsustainable products, buy something from a Costa or pret, don't buy anything from superdrugs, Holland & Barret's, never eat in restaurants that aren't completely vegan etc While it's not ideal, buying those kind of products do show that there is a demand for more sustainable products My point being, people are trying their best and there is more nuance to all of this PS: ownerships of some of these companies might have changed this is just from the top of my head

[@Iris-hc1hs]

I think everyone who comes to this channel wants to do the best they can, and buying from Ecover (in my opinion) doesn't affect whether you're vegan or not. It's up to Madeleine to decide who she wants to work with and the fact that she made this video with ecover doesn't (for me) change the way I think about her! I love her content. At the same time I do think it is helpful to have open and respectful conversations on where we draw the line for ourselves on what companies we support or not by buying their products. (without shaming people who are on the other side of that discussion!). I know many vegans who choose to not buy make-up from brands who's mother company sells in China. And the decision on what laundry detergent you buy sits (for me) more on that level. If you are in the priviliged position that you can afford Ecover you can also make the decision to buy faith in nature instead (for example). And I can't imagine how hard it can be to put yourself out there and make video's for all to see, and having to deal with this kind of criticism. Which is why I think we always need to remind ourselves that we are on the same side, and it's very easy to critise a public person putting themselves out there rather than looking at our own behaviour to see what we can improve ourselves. The supermarket comparison doesn't really hold up for me, because most people can't afford to not buy products at a supermarket. This is one of the reasons I love Madeleine's channel so much, her budget shops show a more accesible way to be vegan, and she doesn't shame people who have to buy products in plastic because they simply can't afford not to. The discussion on laundry detergent is slightly different, because you already need to have a certain amount of privilige to be able to buy. Anyway, I just wanted to put my two cents in! I hope Madeleine will continue making great content :).

[@Caro-hh8wk]

and by buying vegan products from these companies, they will see that they are profitable and will make more vegan products. Until, ideally if/when all/most people are vegan; dairy, meat and egg products are no longer profitable and they will have no reason to make and sell them.

[@tracys3337]

I live in a rural part of the US where it is very difficult/expensive to be sustainable. Some of the ways that I have been able to practice sustainability is by not having a dryer. My family thought I was crazy but it is working well for me. The added benefit is that I save money on my utility bill as well. I also like to knit and it is very expensive to use sustainable yarn for me. So what I do instead is go to yard sales in the summer and look for yarns. Since most of the time items that are not sold often end up in the landfill around here. Then when I really start knitting or need a gift for someone I have plenty of yarn for the project.

[@crystalh1402]

Tracy S for me, people knowing I knit has lead to being gifted yarn. Coworker found some yarn at a thrift store so she bought for me and I had fun making her slippers just because she bought me the yarn. You can be a crafter sustainably by using what could end up in landfill. I have some sheets I’m looking to make into a rag rug when they’re done going on my bed. 🙃

[@rsartore12]

There is an incredible lack of empathy in these comments. I guess you are all perfect human beings. It must be nice that you've found a way to not live in the real world.

[@abigailgutierrez3744]

so y’all are bashing each other over vegan laundry detergent? Seriously... if you don’t want to buy the detergent DON’T but if others do let them be!

[@millie35998]

Just organised a clothes swap at my uni and it was so successful! Amazing items and we donated the leftovers to charity! :)

[@Fiftynine414]

Thank you Madeleine, for your work and recipes. I appreciate all your efforts. I was raised by parents who grew up during the Great Depression of the 1930’s and these types of swaps were our normal. Also enjoying the Vegan Bundle!!

[@aineg2259]

I use soapnuts for my laundry and they work great!!!

[@paigebethea1412]

Thredup is amazing!!! They accept clothes for all occasions, shoes, bags, other accessories, and even sports bras. They only accept 40% of clothes for resale but everything that they pass on is sent to fabric recyclers. This means that your donated or consigned clothes won't be sent to a landfill, a burn pile, or one of the many other unsavory things that happen to donated clothes. This site gave me the peace of mind to start my decluttering process. Before I found them I was too anxious to declutter because I know that charity shops are often overburdened with donations. Most of the time they have so much stock that they can't sell it all and as I mentioned before there are a number of sad ends that discarded clothing could meet. Thredup is neat because you can be compensated for the clothes you send them if you send in your clothes on consignment you can earn money on the clothes they sell for you or you can choose to have them donate $5 per box of clothes you send to a charity of your choice both of these are great options! This site helped me with the eco-anxiety that decluttering brought on.

[@stephaniebryan9470]

I feel like I need to throw some support in here. Ecover were the first brand that ever really gained any grounding in the UK as an ethical cleaning product. They have been on the scene for years, long before many smaller companies popped up in the mainstream. They are the reason I started switching to eco products where I could. Go back 5 years and they were pretty much the only brand in the supermarkets you could buy. They paved the way. Most consumers were completely clueless and only shopped in their supermarkets. That is still the reality today. They may be owned by a parent company who has different ethics to themselves but they really were the game changers. Ecover has been the springboard to more conscious shopping for many people and I think that should be celebrated.

[@irisvandenieuwegiessen5533]

I just finished your breakfast video, refreshed the homepage and bam! Another video!

[@rebeccal.672]

I love using the library to borrow books, and Dvds from. They do have some music Cds as well but, not stuff I am interested in.

[@justarandomperson.4205]

To all the people from western europe, you can online thrift on Vinted or United Wardrobe ( mostly french, belgium and spanish people but open to all ! )

[@jossuegarcia1488]

I love this video is very helpful as a teen. There’s some things I can do. I can’t wait to try some of these.

[@lostgirlclub]

Great tips. Inspiring and something to think about for sure! Never thought about cleaning with old socks. brilliant!

[@hollywood7702]

My entire wardrobe, training clothes to nightgowns to shoes is from a secondhand online shop in Sweden. I always only buy the items between 1-3 pounds, the winter coat I got this year for 3 pounds is one of the best I ever had. And my friend always had a huge basket full of cut-up old t-shirts and sweaters as cleaning clothes, I too thought that was a great idea.

[@joelgardner-hall5124]

I'm here to say thank you so much for being mindful and inclusive in your language when talking about period products, it's so nice to see something relevant to me discussed without me being lumped in as a woman 💕

[@OliTheBread]

Joel Gardner-Hall ahh yes I was so relieved as well, happens way too rarely

[@sustainableswapswithlauren2395]

i've been cutting up old t-shirts as cloths .... but never thought about using old socks!!! they're the perfect size! thanks for the tip! :)

[@Adi-tt5ox]

This video is great, thank you Maddie!! Does anyone have recommendations for cloth pads? I've researched a few brands, but always find contradictory reviews making it hard to decide on one to try. Also, I think a lot of people in the comments are missing the point of this video :/ I see lots of people defensively saying "It's not possible for everyone to do xyz" , and obviously people upset about the ad. In my eyes, the point here is to do what IS possible for you, and to make as much of a difference as possible, not get defensive that you can't do all these suggestions.

[@helena-boateng]

and remember to rinse out what you’re going to recycle before placing them in the bin or it’ll contaminate the whole landfill and won’t end up being recycled 🤗

[@sustainableswapswithlauren2395]

YES!!! More people need to remember this :)

[@tigerkind]

Our local recycling facility put out a pamphlet that said it’s unnecessary to wash waste as it’s washed as part of the process anyways. Always check what’s true for your Community 😊

[@Paramoreex0]

I loved this video! And I trust you to choose a sponsor that you agree with and have researched and fits your brand. If anyone doesn’t like it they could just not buy that product.

[@isabbygabbyorcrabby]

Just to say (because I never knew this) even if you have an electric prepayment meter you can still switch to a renewable energy provider in the uk! I use Bulb, and I just never realised that you could switch prepayment provider so I wanted to let people know 😊

[@lauraholland8831]

Dropps is a good alternative to Ecover. Not only is it a great eco option, it’s the best I’ve used overall. The dishwasher detergent is seriously amazing.

[@alfinou_13targaryen]

thank you for this great list ! when I saw the notification I was making the apple crumble / porridge so I was thinking of you! Thank you for having us covered no matter what! My kindle shows 80% of your ebook, I can't believe it's almost already over, I've been really enjoying it so far!! I'm a broken record as well but thank you, thank you, thank you!!!

[@josiesun216]

Thank you for sharing these ideas! I considered myself someone quite "good" at sustainable living, and didn't really expect to learn anything new, but the sustainable/ethical banking/investment one got me! You are so inspirational

[@moominjean]

I use Smol for laundry and dish washer detergent, as they are a small company, vegan friendly, recyclable packaging, or you can send it back to them for reuse, order online and delivered through your letter box. A really great company. Also I use who gives a crap toilet paper, another small company that delivers recycled and/or bamboo plastic -wrap free loo rolls delivered to your door.

[@paulashottesbrooke4400]

Yeah me too. But i find that the dishwasher tablets have stop disappearing during a wash

[@kanykamal]

Thanks, your videos are very insiring I've became more open to your lifestyle and I do most of the things like you! Yayyy

[@porlashadas]

Great video. I'm reading your minimal beauty ebook and I'm loving it, in fact, I'm currently wearing the avocado mask ;P

[@cindyhammond7320]

Clean Cult- coconut based, made in Puerto Rico so helping the recover and the refills come in cartons. Good stuff!

[@MaisyDaisyTyler]

I cut up old flannels to make smaller wipes for my little one which has worked really well. I use microfiber cloths instead of j cloths though once they're no good I will use something else. I also just recently changed my energy provider based on your reccomendation and have saved money too!

[@Ariyl]

can someone explain to me why on earth you need a tampon applicator? they are not a thing here, im so confused.

[@Charlotte1333]

Before I used a cup, I always used tampons with applicators bc I found them hard to put in without one. Plus I prefered to not have to stick my finger up there. Now I love my cup and couldn’t care less 😊

[@aineg2259]

Tampons can be drying af leading to pain when put in without an applicator

[@priscillajimenez27]

I just stick with pads lol

[@tungstensmum1491]

as a *ahem* smaller and dryer person.... I found tampons without applicators VERY difficult and painful to use. I no longer use them at all (all tampons cause me discomfort, no matter how small/correct insertion/whatever) but I definitely understand why they are preferred for some people.

[@sabrinadickson2620]

Love my plant-based laundry detergent! Such an easy swap, I agree!

[@melinajanet]

Can you please do an in depth video about ethical investing?

[@MrBonified66]

This is something that definitely needs serious coverage. You might be paying far too much if you just pick some off-the-shelf ethical fund. I recommend searching Ben Felix Sustainable Investment for a starter video.

[@taylerkai2297]

Thread Up, and Poshmark are great sites for second hand clothing in the US!

[@stonesandflowers2231]

i love ecover!!!

[@ritatocta7583]

I love Ecover, their products are amazing!

[@faysmith7274]

Looking at trying a womery. Thoughts?

[@zeedroger6095]

For me, it's my challenge to live sustainable because of how hard my college life and schedule is and sometimes forgot to be sustainably, and this is really help and remind me a lot! Thankyou for this maddie~

[@Jewels64]

Maddie could you share some good tips on freezing leafy greens and fruits without using zip lock bags. I especially want to find a way for kale so no freezer burn ? Thanks

[@ms1295]

There are silicone zip lock bags that are reusable. This brand is an example. They are a it pricey, but you buy it only once. Also google "silicone ziplock bag" and you might find cheaper options

[@c.c.8431]

does any one know where the zero waste stores get the food they sell? in what quantities and packages do they arrive at the stores?

[@rosemarybruce6290]

it depends on the store, you would have to ask ones local to you. the one i go to is very transparent about things like this and uses suppliers who reuse packaging or package in sustainable materials.

[@Ariyl]

as the other person said, i would just ask the person there, its quite interesting.

[@EineIsabel]

At my store they get them in big batches and in paper bags!

[@xXpjuumiXx]

a friend of mine has a zero waste store and their food arrives mostly in paper bags or canvas bags (don't know the right English term) filled with around 20-25kg products or they have a system where they exchange the packaging (like metal containers) with the producers and always reuse them

[@MrNioMoon]

I love the tips! Thank you!

[@sXePunkV2]

Just some extra information for viewers, that the Ecover (& Method) brand are owned by SC Johnson, a company which is well known for its animal testing for developing its products. For that reason, I cannot support this company or its products and I'm sure others may feel the same way.

[@Drazaanna]

I was surprised that Madeleine advertised it xx

[@AJ-rm2vh]

But do Ecover products get tested on animals? For example, Body shop products are cruelty free, but Body shop is owned by L'Oréal, and L'Oréal is not cruelty free. Most vegans I know where okay with buying vegan Bodyshop products because those specifically were not tested on animals

[@xSharii1]

Glass Butterfly they’re no longer owned by L’Oréal I believe, body shop was taken over by a different (cruelty free!) company a couple years back

[@amyb1710]

SparklySarcasm91 Thank you, I don’t use methods anymore. I’ve started using ‘iron & velvet’. I’ll have to try another dish soap, thinking of trying a hard soap? If you know of any good ones?

[@amyb1710]

Glass Butterfly L’Oréal sold The body shop to Natura in 2017, who are apparently cruelty free

[@Iris-hc1hs]

Let's please remember we're all on the same side, trying to do the best we can! Also I don't think Madeleine is in the position to explain her decision of why she decided to work with Ecover, it's a sponsored video so she won't have that freedom. Everyone is of course free to voice their opinion, but I just think we should keep that in mind.

[@MIMI232]

I bought this recently & it smelt lovely in the shop. But after I used it I couldn’t smell it on my clothes anymore. Am I using it wrong? I love when the clothes smell good after dry. Thanks for any response

[@paraxsoul]

Hey Maddie, I have a little suggestion for future videos on this topic: things like laundry detergent and soap are more eco-friendly when you choose the non-liquid option :)

[@jacquirosa4587]

For laundry this isn't feasible in he machines. Has to be liquid. And you can get them refilled at some places. My friend just opened a @refillevo and it's eco detergent plus concentrated. You can also refill shampoo and body wash etc. I do like the hair bars but find the lotion leaving a film

[@paraxsoul]

@@jacquirosa4587 I'm not sure I understand. It doesn't have to be liquid for the washing machine. I've been using powdered detergent for the longest time and it cleans clothes just fine. It also lasts longer than the liquid. That's what I was trying to say

[@davidray5847]

Omg it’s like you knew what videos I was looking for today

[@dutchgram3799]

Thank you for the info. We all have to do the research and make the best decision we can make with the information. I keep learning. $ talks, but it takes time for changes.

[@Woodal93]

Hello, love your videos they are really insightful and have definitely influences my way of living! I live in Portsmouth and we are currently waiting for a zero waste shop to open! So exciting. Love room in the background the colour is lovely and exactly what I am looking for. I was wondering what the colour is called and the brand of it? Thanks! Xx

[@chloem8396]

Finally, some easy to implement suggestions! Thanks for being an amazing resource ❤

[@humanadelniebla444]

Hey! Following up from a previous vid. Sorry it took me so long to ask my partner about it - I’m not sure if you already found a solution... Regarding the fat Vs fat socket thing from the renovation vlog - you are definitely able to reset the position as far in as you like :) it is totally safe + purely cosmetic.

[@serenabutler1480]

For a lover of doing her nails, is there a more sustainable way to remove nail polish rather than using cotton wool pads? Thanks! X

[@tasminxfatodu]

I use socks, seems to do the job lol or u can buy cotton pads on ebay

[@rsdxxxx]

Or just use a flannel and chuck it in the wash :)

[@paulashottesbrooke4400]

I would like yo know about healthier nail varnishes

[@hayleywright2966]

I think parents could swap throw away nappies for towelling ones. That’s what we used years ago and nothing went in landfill. The nappies were soaked then washed dried and reused

[@paulashottesbrooke4400]

I did this. Fantastic range of nappies that are available now

[@isihosena635]

There's also the option of elimination communication, or a combination of cloth nappies and elimination communication.

[@humanadelniebla444]

Ps thank you for this latest! Love this so much ❤️

[@ConservationChatUK]

Love your content

[@littlepaperpeople]

Loved this vid! Your channel has helped so much on my zero waste journey ❤️

[@destinyalexander7499]

In the US I use threadup for second hand. Yes they do have new clothes but it's very cheap and you can send it back.

[@amyb1710]

I use an ‘eco egg’ to wash my clothes, which is working great. I’ve stopped using fabric softener and ‘Iron & Velvet’ make great eco friendly, plastic free, cleaning products which come in little sachets that dissolve in water. Making up a bottle of cleaning solution. Re-fashion is a afab online charity shop & they send clothing in paper packaging. You can also donate to them. Micolet is also great for second hand clothes, except it comes from Spain & in the usual plastic parcel bags. Going to try some shampoo bars this weekend, I’ve heard Ethique is good but Faith in Nature make them as well, so not sure. Finding plastic free food shopping difficult, especially for kids. My New Years resolution is to collect crisp & confectionary packets & take them to a collection place.

[@Karincl7]

❤eco egg

[@alydiafraser9290]

I realy realy love your hair now. Id love hair like yours

[@serenavoice66]

Love your channel

[@Alexardelean89]

I love the one in one out rule. I do that with my clothes. I have stopped buying useless stuff and also stopped going out to eat for lunch. I bring my own containers and fork.

[@annesmith1535]

Loving the book btw!

[@Miracle-bu6ji]

Would you consider doing a video on your menstrual cup experience? I'm intrigued but worried about how it works!

[@bobbidazzler1343]

You just get prettier and prettier Miss Madeleine. Thanks for the advice. X

[@cathylynnpietranton]

Thanks Maddie great video. The laundry detergent that we buy is called Booda organics. It's vegan, cruelty free and biodegradable. It's family owned and they are in Washington State USA

[@Molscheira]

I didn't know about ethical banks... These videos are crazy helpful! Thank you for making them and thank you for being "a broken record" about it (for some this might be your first video). Now excuse me while I fall down a rabbit research hole for ethical banks in my country

[@FIFII]

As a student I can’t buy the Ecocover product. I can’t afford to pay that much for a detergent (I already have to pay nearly £5 per wash in my dorm) so I’ll stick with the Aldi detergent pods until I graduate.

[@aineg2259]

Look into soapnuts they're super affordable

[@GreenePearl]

What about this recipe? I use it for my washing and once you have a big pack of baking soda and a soap bar (can also be liquid green soap), you're pretty much set for a year if not more! ~~ 2 gallons hot water, 1 bar soap, grated, 2 cups baking soda ~~ Melt bar soap in a pan with just enough boiling water to cover. Stir until the soap is completely melted. In large pail or bucket, pour in two gallons of hot water. Add the melted soap. Add the baking soda, and stir well. Use 1/2 cup per load, or more for oversized or very soiled loads of laundry. Note: This recipe specifies baking soda, not washing soda.

[@meganheath9285]

I'm about to go to university and I have bought an ecoegg, it's a little pod that cost £10 and has vegan and hypoallergenic mineral beads inside that are good for 70 washes. One egg for both your fabric softener and laundry detergent. It's a lot better for the planet, cheaper and less to carry around. You can by refill packs as well. Super cheap!!

[@FIFII]

@@meganheath9285 Thanks I think I will try it out! The EcoEgg reviews just seem so polarising!

[@nikkijaneX]

I know this is late but Smol is so cheap! Started buying it when I was at uni ☺️

[@amyrobins8707]

Has anyone used soapnuts? Thinking about purchasing but just wondering how others find them

[@catrionagarde4410]

I love my house flannel! 😂

[@amorfatiloveyourfate]

I think if more people bought stuff like Ecover, then the big parent companies would see what people want and hopefully make more changes to their product to align with this. Avoiding these things will not help make any changes. Just sayin

[@GemTakesPhotos]

House flannel 😂😂😂😂 great video! Proud to say I do a lot of these already ❤️

[@jacquirosa4587]

I'm in California and I love shopping on thread up. And donating to it. Kids and women's clothing

[@jjay6432]

Ecover test on animals for some time now, I used to always buy from my local health store until there ethics started to get watered down, I would highly recommend SESSI they are ethical and zero waste too smells great too.🌿

[@Karincl7]

They are not so why would you say that

[@katymidge88]

Toilet roll is such an easy swap! ‘Who gives a crap’ is plastic free packaging and is made from recycled office paper so no trees are cut down!

[@lucyamclarenauthor]

For anyone that wants eco friendly and cruelty free laundry detergent alternatives, I highly recommend soap nuts. For those in the UK, you can buy them from www.soapnuts.co.uk. I’ve been using them for over a year and wouldn’t ever go back. They’re super cheap and last for ages. You can choose your own essential oil to add to the wash if you want to add a scent. They can also be used to make your own washing up liquid. ☺️

[@1x56]

I don't need to add to the cacophony in the comments on Ecover. I use reusable cotton pads from Amazon to tone my face. Instead of using cleansing wipes, I take off my makeup with soap and water then wash again with soap and water plus a face cloth. I use these cotton panty liners, no noisy rustling of plastic. It attaches with a snap button. I just throw the panty liners and cotton pads in the washing machine and they're as good as new. Also, I also choose food and drink products in recyclable materials. For example, fizzy drinks in cans or glass bottles.

[@violettababenko4847]

I don’t understand how to compost. Can you make a video?

[@csourlifestyleedit2547]

Love your enthusiasm for a sustainable life. But I did find one of your comments regarding a delivery of fresh fruit and veg to your door a bit contradicting . You said it will save on petrol, and carbon foot print, but what about the person who is delivering it you, surely they are not delivering it on foot, bike,donkey? Also its not always possible for people to have re-filable products especially like myself who has food allergies, the cross contamination would be too risky. And my final point is that I looked into Eco washing products and when I read some of their ingredients they contained wheat, no good for me, as that is one of my allergies.

[@TheKarebear666]

It saves on petrol because it takes petrol to get produce to the store and them you drive to pick it up. Also, a lot of times it goes to warehouses before the grocery store which adds to petrol use. Also if the veggies/fruits are imported it's way more fuel uses than her local produce. The delivery driver will actually burning petrol/diesel in their engine more efficiently as it's not just one single less than 20km round trip. The delivered local produce box probably is less food waste than grocery stores as well.

[@MsSmoshlover12]

I love the inclusive language when u talked about periods

[@MsSmoshlover12]

Karen C When one goes through the k-12 system, a lot of complex material is often times omitted, so sorry you weren’t filled in like the rest of us, Karen. Trans men EXIST :))) and they MENSTRUATE !!! And when one talks about menstruation it’s common courtesy to include ALLLLL who do so !

[@MsSmoshlover12]

Karen C and u are inconsiderate. Have a.....day, Karen :)

[@MsKeekster]

My local food bank will take used make up, bread wrappers, crisp bags, anything labelled Terracycle, they get money to help the food bank by selling it to recycle centers. So if your local council won't take certain items look for other places that can recycle it.

[@TheJim6226]

Swapped out plastic straws for metal or bamboo. I use Eco washing detergent. All my dental care is bamboo or plastic free

[@gessyg1965]

Thanks

[@PattyFromPorto]

There's not much refill stores here unfortunately

[@theclumsyprepper]

I have one in my area and it's 2-4 times more expensive than buying packaged food so I rather go without than pay their prices. It's just not affordable for most people.

[@caitlynn5655]

omg i have those cute cat mugs :D

[@marybanspach4056]

old towel that start to get ragged in cut up into wash cloth, I buy King sheets at the thrift and make pillow cases, it is under the cover and you cant see it

[@thefridaset]

How common are “bulk stores/sections” in other countries? I’ve never heard or seen any grocery store in Sweden have that...

[@HIMYMandTBBTfan]

Frida Larsson I´ve been to one in Malmö, it’s called GRAM 😊

[@pinkhope84]

Then open one 😃 you will get alot of costumers

[@taiyaduncker8823]

They're pretty popular and easy to find in Australia.

[@a.b.c4238]

190th like from me. I love ur videos, they are always inspire me to eat healthy clean food. 😍😍😍 and You are gorgeous 😍😍😍

[@priscillajimenez27]

I don't use tampons but pads. If there are inexpensive, safe, biodegradable (that don't smell) pads somewhere, that'd be great!

[@paulashottesbrooke4400]

Bloom and noora are great and washable.

[@priscillajimenez27]

@@paulashottesbrooke4400 I honestly can't take the washable ones yet. I just wanna get rid of the stuff coming out as far as possible.

[@jenniferbrezler3742]

Thank you 😊❤️

[@shannonmarie9930]

I brought one of those takeaway coffee flasks because I absolutely hate those paper and plastic coffee cups from Costa, etc. But one huge problem? My anxiety. I’m so scared an anxious of asking the baristas to put my coffee in the coffee flask in case it annoys them, they judge me or it’s an inconvenience to them most importantly 😩

[@JulieM-bx1ou]

Shannon Marie I was the same! But honestly they are fine about it, no one has ever had a problem or been mean! Xx

[@ksmrekar21]

barista here ! my coworkers and I are genuinely grateful when people bring in their own cups. I put so many drinks in to go cups everyday; it's so wasteful and unnecessary. also many coffee shops will give you a small discount if you bring your own cup ! I highly doubt that any barista would be annoyed or upset by you trying to make a more sustainable choice :)

[@hayleysmith1817]

Barista here! I love it when people bring their own cup, for me when people don't but ask for takeaway I'm feel so sad. Our takeaway cups at work are fully compostable but people put them in the bin! So yes! Bring your own one we love it!

[@taiyaduncker8823]

It's ok to feel anxious about those things, I feel it too. You're doing your best, keep trying. That's the most important thing!

[@Kx____]

i'm looking for a good swap for those plastic trash bags

[@vadagomez4826]

ThredUp is a really good secondhand clothing shop

[@barbarapanschar9854]

Love your lip color! What is it and where do you get it?

[@theclumsyprepper]

I believe in "make don't buy" wherever possible and if you have to buy get things second-hand. My motto is "use it up, wear it out, make it do or do without". It's better for the environment and your wallet.

[@dietcokezeros942]

I love these tips but it feels contradictory to your videos on budget shopping which results in buying things wrapped in plastic? Do you do both the veg box as well as this?

[@Nikapinkable]

What about condoms? I know you can't have zero waste protection, only if you damage your own body with pills, hormones. But do you have a preferred brand, vegan friendly, biodegradable maybe? I know it's a delicate subject but loads of people do use them and they surely make a lot of waste. Along with a lot of brands that test on animals and even have animal parts in them. Love you xx

[@MrBawawawa]

@@rsartore12 of course pill is bad for health. They Can bé really harmful to the body, especially for smokers or if you have some pre-existing medical conditions

[@xXpjuumiXx]

idk if you can get them in England or where you are from but maybe search for einhorn products

[@thechroniclesofkweencoth]

Look for sustain or fairsquared condoms. I think boobalou has them if you’re uk based. :) otherwise, googling (or ecosia-ing?) is your friend

[@Nikapinkable]

Thank you, I know that but maybe she could highlight this topic in her videos so her viewers can know as well:)

[@thechroniclesofkweencoth]

@@Nikapinkable that's true. maybe she will in the future! there are definitely more options for sustainable (vegan) condoms out there nowadays compared to a few years ago. As well as 'good for you' lubes too. I just want to see a lube that comes in a glass jar which you could refill... xD

[@angel1988uk]

I use soap nuts

[@theglowie]

Aside from using eco friendly detergent, you might want to consider handwashing your clothes and drying them in the sun. People in the provinces of my country (the Philippines) do it that way and I’ve tried it recently. Less carbon footprint and the clothes are actually cleaner.

[@sjp4u338]

It seems that eco-friendly detergent is much more expensive. Do you think that’s true?

[@taiyaduncker8823]

It depends on the brand and where you get it. Where I live there is a brand which is a liquid that you put water in to concentrate it but it is FLIPPING expensive and IMO not worth it but we are lucky to have a bulk buying store that does a 20% off day once a month for members and you just take your laundry tub/jar and fill it with their eco friendly detergent and it's a fraction of the price of normal store detergent and works even better. It's a good idea to do research on this if you are looking to swap. Some places will let you take a small sample to try too before you buy the item in its entirety.

[@Kate606656]

Can anyone recommend a sustainable brand that sells workout leggings?

[@elizabethmcintosh6722]

Girlfriend Collective does leggings made of recycled plastic bottles?