are these zero waste swaps ACTUALLY worth it (after 5+ years?)

[@maria5988]

The reason I didn't get metal food containers was because I can't heat it up in the microwave at work. I use silicone Stasher bags instead

[@blonde11584]

Same, needed something I could use in the microwave at work.

[@berrystuffarts1607]

Thats the main reason I havent gotten them either. I take foods to be reheated more often than not to work, so the tiffins wouldnt make sense for me. Otherwise they sound lovely, just not practical to me.

[@deelee4639]

U can heat them up in the oven at home BTW. Just bring one plastic bowl to put in the fridge at work

[@BlondeQtie]

we have plates at work. i use plastic containers and i wouldn’t reheat food in plastic either, so i put it on a plate.

[@LesleePetersen]

I don't have the numbers but my manufacturing engineer husband says that when it comes to the tiffin you'd "break even" in the hundreds of used rather than the in thousands that you estimated. Additionally, he brought up that metal working technology is getting greener and greener with arc furnaces (whatever that means 😅).

[@jenniferburns2530]

Never let perfectionism stop you from doing things that make sense for your life. I have never been able to find a shampoo bar that works for me, so I stopped obsessing over it and moved on. I don't want to expend any more of my attention and energy on it. Finding what works for you and sticking with (like the shampoo refills) frees you to focus on doing the work the planet needs.

[@MiraRose0267]

Fully agree! I love shampoo bars, but after using them exclusively for 5+ years, my scalp began having major issues. I was pretty bummed that I needed to buy bottled shampoo again after so many years without it, but ya gotta do what ya gotta do! Now I alternate using bars vs liquid shampoo, doing it this way seems to work for my scalp AND helps both products to last much longer

[@alliemay6076]

When I got my current phone a few years ago, I bought a pela case on your recommendation. I drop my phone so much and there’s no evidence of that on my phone or the case! I love how the case doesn’t get dented or scratched. I also bought pela sunglasses and I love them so much and I baby them unlike any other pair I’ve ever bought because I want to make sure they last. The only gripe I have with pela is that I’ve noticed recently (through online ads) that they’re coming out with limited edition holiday phone cases, and I think that’s a little backwards for a company that’s trying to be sustainable? I just think buying something sustainable isn’t really sustainable if you’re buying more than you need.

[@daisyzara]

I always love your videos because they don’t make me feel guilty but make me feel empowered and make me trust my own choices of making sustainable changes. So thank you!!! ❤

[@Eucis93]

I feel like shampoo bars are truly hit or miss, it seems like people either love them or hate them and I know it can take a while to find one that works for you specifically, rarely does someone find the perfect shampoo bar on the first try. Everyones hair is different so it’s impossible to expect one shampoo working for everyone. I was scared to try solid shampoo (I’m very anxious and ”protective” when it comes to my long hair lmao) but it’s truly the best thing I’ve done for my hair. It lathers perfectly, it almost completely stopped my scalp acne, my whole head of hair needs just two lathers to clean compared to 4 with liquid shampoo, I barely need to use a conditioner anymore, my hair stays clean for a full extra day, the bars end up being much cheaper than liquid, it takes up less space, easier to travel with… I love everything about them! I truly swear by shampoo bars now, liking them so much also helped push me to switch to solid soaps for my body and face aswell. So my shower routine is 100% plastic free now! 🌱

[@ariannalybaek27]

What brand do you use?

[@Eucis93]

@@ariannalybaek27 I'm Finnish so I just use a brand that's local to me, called Kaurilan Sauna :)

[@Melinda_WA_US]

My local farmers market has a stall that sells bar shampoo and soap. I get eczema pretty bad when I use most bottle soaps; is why I had switched to begin with. However, when the doc suggested a more natural soap, I was already learning some things (composting) I could do that would be better for the planet. Using this soap that is made locally, naturally, and doesn't make me itchy and look all spotted is a +++.

[@HermioneOnABike]

The best food containers to me are the ikea glass ones with the sealable plastic lid, I know they are not sustainably made, BUT they are affordable, super high quality, I can put whatever in them and it won't spill, I can freeze stuff, reheat in the microwave or oven, so versatile! Since they are a "once in a lifetime" kind of purchase, I don't feel bad at all...highly suggest them! (please ikea pay me! 🤣)

[@electriiceso]

I kind of agree with you on this. I actually love that the lids and containers are sold seperately cause if something bad happens to the lid or container i can go and get that part (theres nothing worse than having a container and no lid and you cant even replace the lid cause it only comes in a 26 pc set or not avaliable). And i see those containers in thrift stores often enough that i now have a bit of a collection. And each lid fits like 2-3 different size containers. If you have to buy new and want something practical that will last you a long time and are affordable, the ikea resuable containers are def the ones to go for. I know there are more ethically made options out there, but I dont have the funds for it and a lot of the good stuff isnt even avaliable in Canada (unless I want to pay like $40 in shipping and pay customs on top of that)

[@alexisscholtes1206]

Thanks to you, I had toilet paper in 2020 😂 I ordered Who Gives A Crap in January and we didn't have to reorder until February 2021. Also I love your wallpaper and very much enjoy the fact that your phone case matches.

[@Liloldliz]

they were so good during the shortages here in australia!!

[@museumgirl9]

How's the user experience? How does it compare to Charmin Extra Plush?

[@alexisscholtes1206]

@@museumgirl9 honestly, it doesn't compare at all. It's more papery feeling. However, I pair mine with a bidet (pretty much just use TP when I pee) and I'm happy with it. For me it's an acceptable trade off for the environmental impact.

[@sofdemi8042]

If only they still shipped to Canada 😢 I miss Who Gives A Crap

[@piarateking8094]

to cut back on how much make up you buy, you can mix colours together to get new colours rather then buying a lot of different colours

[@isalewis722]

like try to mix the pigments? That seems kinda risky, but I honestly have a pretty solid makeup swap group going amongst me and my friends

[@themostbeautifulface]

I do that with my eyeshadows! Overlapping them always creates new colors 😊

[@supernova622]

I love watching Hannah Louise Poston's videos about this. It helps me think creatively about how i can mix and layer products to achieve different looks

[@piarateking8094]

@@isalewis722 you just pick up a few shades of eyeshadow on the brush when you do your makeup or mix a few lipstick shades together, not really risky as. a makeup artist mixing makeup is pretty much necessary

[@brittany123xoxo]

Great idea!

[@tamerasides3425]

The problem with pela is that they aren't able to be used across the board for all phones. I use an android and I'm not able to find a pela case for my phone. I've only seen pela cases for iPhones.

[@aleysechapin3440]

I use an Android and have a Pela case. Just depends on what type of android phone you have. Mine is a Pixel 3.

[@kgabel55]

@@aleysechapin3440 same! i have a pixel 6a and have a pela :) love both my phone and the case!

[@paradeoflaughter]

I'm typing this comment from my Pixel 5a phone that's in a pela case!

[@tibbsandbadger]

I don't know a lot about phones but I recently got a galaxy and they had a case for it which was cool!

[@katebeemakes]

When I got my new phone, they had android cases but they didn't have one that would fit my model sadly, so I wasn't able to get one

[@brittanymueller171]

I would love a part 2!

[@franshescaroussel]

Yes please!!

[@Selsmittenxo]

Yessss

[@elyserioux5892]

Great point at the end. I've tried to make sustainable swaps when I can. I wear contacts, and for a while wore the 2 week ones, but I work in a hospital and am exposed to all sorts of nasty germs and the thought of taking my contacts out everynight to swim and breed whatever germs I have picked up in my lenses each night just grossed me out. And I can't wear glasses because I don't want them broken by a confused patient. Not every sustainable option works for everyone.

[@scruffylookingnerfherder1983]

I so relate to your commentary about "chasing the best thing" wow. So I worked in the cosmetic retail industry for 5 years and I was only able to realize how it sucked my soul out after I left. I was constantly chasing the "best" product-- the best mascara, the best cleanser, the best moisturizer, etc. I wasted so much money buying products, only using them a few times, and then tossing them months or years later when my cabinets would fill to the brim from constant shopping. It overwhelmed me. And I got so jaded hearing women come into the shops I worked at looking for that perfect product too. it made me self-reflect and realize how duped we had all been into wasting so much time, effort, money, and resources. Ever since I stopped working in those spaces and stopped watching that kind of content on KZbin I haven't bought a single beauty item. I probably have enough makeup and personal care products to last me another year.

I would love to know more about the impact of steel. I once shared in my instagram account about "zero waste swaps" and one person told me to not use straws made from steel... but couldn't explain to me why. Either way, I always carry mine in my bag and in my daughter's bag. She hates paper straws so we use them a lot 😀Thanks for your video! 💚

[@HosCreates]

They might take alot to produce but if you reuse it's better than plastic . Paper gets mushy so I get why paper doesn't work for everyone

[@DaphneYuille]

This was great! I love my pela case and have had it for years. Also, I personally wasn’t a fan of Who Gives A Crap because it was flimsy and not strong enough, but Reel Paper is another great sustainable alternative. I like the feel of it better, and they’re also a certified B corp. They do grow bamboo to make it, but they’re very transparent about their sustainability and processes on their site.

[@citlaligonzalezgodinez4359]

For me, i had (and currently have) problems with sustainable deodorants; i have tried 15 different sustainable deodorants and none have worked for me, either they just last 2-4 hours which is not compatible with my lifestyle, or they do work for a decent amount of time (not perfect though) but hurts my skin in the long run (after around 4 days of use, my skin literally starts to peel off and hurts). So i had to go back to regular deodorants, and to be honest i dont have the time, money, energy and opportunity to keep trying more; what i try to do is alternate between the normal ones and the sustainable one that irritates my skin, keeping all the necessary precautions to avoid it (deep moisturizing, using it every tow days tops, etc.), this way at least im not using the normal ones all the time :(

[@pointeplusplus]

I feel you on this … I wish I could at least get a normal one in paper packaging instead of plastic 😔

[@helenapflaum6800]

It sounds like you may have allergy to baking soda (most common ingredient in "natural" deodorants), just do your best and worry about the things you do have a choice on

[@vcr6854]

Same- they only worked for smell if they had baking soda in them HOWEVER the baking soda gave me welts! So I use the regular 20 % strength deoderants

[@lostlavinia3238]

Same!

[@biancat7761]

No Pong is the best. I'm a sweaty, smelly ethnic. That shit workkkzzs and super gentle on my skin. They have baking soda free versions

[@Nadimess4252]

I like your wallpaper! I think it's different enough to be interesting but it's still in a neutral color that makes it easier on the eyes. ❤️ I love your videos

[@nouramouctar817]

We need the reference etc please Shelby 😁

[@bittertea]

10:34 Lovely wall paper. It manages to be both cozy and funky looking at the same time.

[@kitty88777]

If powder has been opened and is WAY past the expiration date, it can contain harmful bacteria that can cause redness, irritation, breakouts and infections!! Especially expired eyeshadow and eye products in general!!

[@isalewis722]

Yeahhhhh I do feel like it kind of depends on the person. I can keep makeup for a long time past expiration without any irritation but my sister cannot… so I usually get her stuff after it goes off for her

[@thatjillgirl]

I keep mine for yeeeeeears past "expiration." For me, powder expires when I say so, which is when I'm done with it. Liquids I'm a little more picky, but I've never had trouble keeping my powders for the long haul.

[@lynndalsing5187]

There's something to be said for actually being a customer of larger brands and advocating for them to improve. While P&G may never reach a level of sustainability that many of us are comfortable with, a vocal group of their customers pushing for small improvements drives a lot of change for people beyond just those advocating. Yes, people can still advocate for P&G to improve without being a P&G customer, but it does ring more true for companies when actual customers are speaking up (and sharing what they do like about those products).

[@witchyfishfry]

do you have a video on why you stopped dumpster diving? if not i would love to see one!! (update: i checked and there's a couple for those of you wondering)

[@alyssaz.6245]

I'm a student working towards being an environmental engineer. Sometimes I can't make the most sustainable choices due to convenience, lack of time, limitations of student housing, etc. This discourages me but I try not to get too down because ultimately I'm working towards a goal where I can have a much bigger impact.

[@kgcat]

I love the wallpaper. I kind of want to dumpster dive but I am a little scared lol. But it would be better quality than the super cheap stuff I use. I'll have to rewatch those videos and get some tips lol

[@StevieWrites]

I’ve tried it… where I live the craft stores were the better places, but I also didn’t have a close gap or knowingly wasteful place. The makeup places are actually required to “biowaste” the used makeup so I never actually found anything in the Ulta dumpsters.

[@snoopyscul22]

I would love a part 2! I loved this video and I personally love your wallpaper! I appreciate your thoughts on shampoo bars vs liquid and not always searching for better, I think they were some things I needed to hear, so thank you (:

[@helmickkm]

I used to work for Ulta & Smashbox about 4 or 5 years ago, and we got SO MUCH FREE STUFF. The only time I’ve had to buy new makeup since was waterproof mascara for my brother’s wedding. I’ve given away so much brand-new makeup and skincare that I knew I wouldn’t use, but I STILL have so much. If I have to buy anything other than foundation & eyeliner in the next 7 years, I’ll be shocked.

[@lyndabethcave3835]

I love that you talk about the practicality of sometimes a less-sustainable option gives you the energy to more impactful work like contacting your representatives or whatever. It's something I think about a lot

[@respondstonancy]

Loved to see your progression throughout the years! I'd love to see you talk more about urban sprawl, single family homes, parking minimums, and walkable cities/communities especially in your experience in the different areas you've lived in Texas.

[@mossolith]

I think shampoo bars might take a bit to find the right one, I personally have used 2 so far and the first was really nice on my hair while the other felt like it dried out my scalp and just wasnt nice, I’m still trying to get through that bad one by just using less of it at once so it doesnt feel as bad on my scalp and I have a different brand to try after that. It might also take some time and use for your scalp to get used to a shampoo thats not as harsh as many big brand shampoos are but it can all depend on the person. Also for food containers, I have a few microwaveable glass ones but I also tend to save glass jars or a few nicer plastic containers that I end up with from various foods and use those to take drinks or food to work. When you mentioned that steel has a huge carbon footprint it made me really glad that I choose to thrift a metal insulated cup instead of buy a new one recently (my old plastic one broke)!

[@sanikaborah7370]

One idea to use up your bad shampoo bar is to use it as hand soap bar or dissolve it in water to use it as a liquid hand soap(it might expire quickly afterwards though). When I switched to the ethique shampoo because my old liquid one was making my hair fall out, I used up the old shampoo by using it as handwashing soap and it worked pretty well.

[@annesimon537]

My only beauty soap bar for body, face and hair is Dove (Shea butter). 1$ a bar in Canada, on sale.

[@ollygaetheirnandez]

with shampoo bars, I personally love them but I've ordered from some brands that i enjoy a lot less than others so i would recommend trying different brands (still using up the ones you like less or giving them away). but i also am not a big fan of bad conditioners so I go to a refill shop for that

[@huuuuuugu]

I always love your realistic attitude about everything.

[@Melissa-mm6hw]

I dont wear makeup and never really have, because I touch my face too much, I dont like the way it feels, dont like the way it looks on me, etc. I hate how society basically requires women/ female presenting people to wear makeup to be considered professional or presentable. I got a couple business degrees and nearly failed one of those bullshit one credit classes because at my mock interview, I didnt have makeup on. I got marked down twice for it. I dont use my degrees lol

[@MusikGirl23]

I agree with all of the above! I sometimes wear hand painted on nail polish because I find it fun, but in all honesty, I think the last time I really wore makeup was my dad’s wedding…over eight years ago,

[@Themoodcollab]

Shelby thank you for everything you do!!! I always come to your channel when Im down about everything. It is so easy to be paralyzed/unhealthy and not feel empowered to fight our fight!

[@kellibridgeman6494]

I switched to who gives a crap toilet paper during the panarama due to Shelbi's recommend and let me tell you, I will never go back! I rave about it to everyone I know! My partner even has talked about it to his friends! Seriously the best! I cannot recommend it enough!! ♥️♥️♥️

[@erickacalloway2452]

I love what your saying about having balance with our products and lifestyle surrounding choices in sustainability!

[@JustStopOkay]

Love who gives a crap! tried it and they've been my choice ever since. Otterbox and Lifeproof cases used to be REALLY good for keeping your phone safe, but like everytime I've tried it for a new phone, they just don't hold as great as they used to. I'm waiting for this phone case to break down and then I'm just going to replace it with a pela case. Love your wallpaper too!

[@lonirains2306]

First and foremost: I don’t know WHO is telling you that your wallpaper isn’t cute, because while I myself would be in need for more color, for your home it looks amazing! Secondly: I appreciate that you came back to some of these products and really thought critically about them for us. Like many, you had gotten me to think and buy differently (my partner and I are on the way to buying a bidet I swear 🤪). Not only have you been able to use these products long term and tell us about it, but you were able to really think about truly if its worth the extra resource from the planet, and money spent. It’s something worthwhile that we should all be able to do in our day-to-days. I’ll quit rambling- thanks for another amazing video! ❤️✌️

[@kaitydoes2185]

Personally, I use a small high end shampoo that’s black woman owned sulfate free Yada yada. There are no purple shampoo bars and I have ethnic hair so I need DEEP hydration. I just choose to focus on other parts of my routine like using castile soap bars and sustainable lotion. I personally don’t think that we have to be perfect they’re are some things that people will not budge on and that is okay. Also HATED who gives a crap actually made my hubby bleed. 😞

[@raapyna8544]

You should get a bidet! No need to wipe so hard, you could then just dry yourself.

[@Ingrid-jx7iz]

If you don’t mind answering, What shampoo and lotion do you use? Would love to find more sustainability options that work for my ethnic hair and skin

[@lauren2966]

Just incase you're interested: ethique does a purple shampoo bar. I haven't had a need for purple shampoo so I can't comment on how well it works though

[@smr6026]

I like the wall! And I love the “do your best” thought process, shampoo bars have taken a bit of getting used to but they do work for me & I’ve switched to bars for everything but hand soap since for some reason bars dry my hands out worse than anything I use in the shower. The only other thing I would say isn’t worth it in my case right now is the pela cases, I really liked mine but it started to fall apart after a few years and I couldn’t justify replacing it for $50+(I think the price might have gone up since then too) multiple times over the years so I just got a secondhand plastic one that will last me as long as I have this phone. I’d love to get more cases from them in the future but I couldn’t afford it right now. I think I’d be the same with sustainable makeup if I used any, I’d need to be in a better financial situation to afford a lot of the more sustainable options(especially with these things that need replacing every so often)

[@vcr6854]

Love the wallpaper 🎉. I don’t do the stainless steel containers for work because I can’t microwave SS. So I use the glass containers

[@mandyhackman9740]

I love the do your best advocate for the rest mentality. In my opinion as long as you’re asking yourself ‘is this the most sustainable choice I can make given the options and resources available to me?’ as a habit you’ll be way farther along than most. Better to be hitting the mark at 70% most of the time vs 100% for a short time and burning out on it, and in the meantime it’s important to preserve some energy (and joyfulness!) to do the group / systems work that is so needed. I don’t know anyone who has been keeping this work close to heart for the long term who maintains the “purity culture” mindset of perfect or nothing- you can’t. Also it’s hard to create and maintain effective ally relationships by holding others to an extreme personal standard.

[@kericombs]

I do like the wallpaper. Also, I was shocked by your review of the Stainless Lunch Box. I know how much you love them. Thank you for your honesty. Because of you, I have been taking my own to-go container when I go out to eat and have been using what I already have. Thanks for being awesome. 💜

[@erintannehill]

I appreciate your views with this discussion very much. It's hard to be all on the side of sustainability 100% of the time, so to hear you give people [me] a break for that is so refreshing! Also, I completely agree with you about compostable phone cases! I used Pela cases for years, but when I upgraded phones, the store had a different compostable case brand that I grabbed [convenience. not as good of a company as Pela, which is why I'm not naming it.]. It has lasted me a full two years and is still going strong. I never got that kind of use out of the Otterboxes or Lifeproof cases. If durability is what someone needs in a case, compostable phone cases are definitely the way to go!

[@princesskayla1994]

Love the honesty around sometimes choosing the less sustainable option in order to devote time to other areas of sustainability. I struggled with this for a while with single use plastics and get like I was just being lazy. Have to remind myself of the big picture

[@mariajohnson4845]

When Who Gives a Crap comes to the door, it's like Christmas. My daughter loves stacking the TP and building forts. Zero waste toy win!

[@livingvicariously5108]

I love your wallpaper. I noticed in the vlogs and I was going to ask where you got it. I don’t do makeup. I wish I could but it’s just for me as an expression and I have sensitive skin. So it’s easier and cheaper to not. I wish as a society we accepted no makeup on female presenting. I wish I could say something about shampoo but I can’t yet. I will say that learning to do your best with what you can and advocating for the rest is perfect. I know many that can’t be as zero waste as they want for various reasons but know your trying and telling others is the best.

[@gailfoster8696]

I totally agree with the point about using whatever works best for you, if you've tried the more sustainable option and it doesn't fit your life. I have a shampoo bar I absolutely love from Lush, but I haven't found a conditioner bar I like so I still use liquid conditioner, and that's okay

[@sophie265]

If I've understood it correctly the thing that actually expires in makeup that's important is the preservatives, so bacteria can start to grow. I'd reccommend that you at least throw them out if you start to get more acne (facepowders) or get stye (eyeshadows), and be very diligent with cleaning your brushes

[@catherineleslie-faye4302]

I'm chemically hypersensitive so some soaps and makeup works for me and some don't. I figure if the sustainable product works for you then use it, and if it doesn't work for you then don't buy it again but do use it up... unless it gives you a rash (toss anything that gives you a rash).

[@marzettik]

I’m very low income but I always try to find a bamboo toothbrush. If I can’t find that then I go for the biodegradable ones. It’s at one less piece of plastic in the cycle. I figure if it’s something I use everyday without fail, a small switch is doable.

[@raapyna8544]

Smyle had a pretty good package deal recently.

[@HosCreates]

There are wood handle ones now at dollar general &dollar tree !

[@marzettik]

@@HosCreates Good ti know but I'm in Canada and we don't have those stores. I usually get lucky at stores like Winners and Marshall's.

[@cocothela82]

The best food storage option for me is plastic, even if it’s not the most sustainable. It lasts forever, I’ve been using the same containers for years. They microwave, they nest for storage in my tiny kitchen, they’re easy to clean and most importantly they help me cook and take my own food to work. They do the job I need and as much as I am passionate about sustainability I know the “less” sustainable option here is the most sustainable for me. I also love my ethique shampoo, my local bar soap, my local bar moisturiser, but have to currently use bottled conditioner, as my hair is so damaged after a bad bleach experience that my bar conditioner isn’t nearly moisturising enough. I’m on the hunt for a replacement but in the meantime I’ve had to settle. I try and view it all as a balance. I’m doing my best ❤

[@annakasper6141]

I am interested in what your opinion is about the future increased need for certain minerals to be mined to be used in batteries for electric vehicles. These minerals will need to be mined in order to create the more energy-efficient vehicles and take away our reliance on fossil fuels. But the trade-off will be mining the Earth's minerals.

[@cassienester1187]

I knew it to be true but it's so nice to hear it from someone like you as well bc I don't know if you know this, but your followers absolutely believe your word is gospel sometimes lol. But it's nice to hear that we're allowed our one or two guilty pleasures. For me, it's antiperspirant deodorant. I've tried so many, including Native but bc I have a baking soda allergy, most natural deodorants literally cause chemical burns on my armpits. And the natural ones without baking soda don't seem to do the trick. I pride myself on trying to use natural and sustainable things in my home, ESPECIALLY things that touch or go into my body but switching back to antiperspirant brought back a level of confidence for me that I'm so happy to have again.

[@annesimon537]

Like being spiritual. It's a path one walks on.

[@Anna-io5fs]

Definitely regret getting metal food containers. I bought them before realising they can’t go in the microwave. There is a size though that works perfect for a big salad for lunch I use. I still use them but it’s annoying to move the food to be heated to a plate or bowl for microwaving. Glass is better for going to work, and I put it in an insulating bag to make sure it doesn’t break. Who gives a crap = amazing! I’ve used their toilet paper for 8 years now and I’m considering pairing it with tushy bidet too

[@karengilchrist3854]

I do get the whole chasing a better product thing and just picking something that work good enough. I got caught up in this with skincare products. They are marketed so heavily you always think there is some better magic formula to make your skin look amazing.

[@mdwrm]

i've used chagrin valley shampoo bars for years and i have no complaints. all trial and error.

[@familyofparsons5354]

In regards to what shampoo you use, Some wise girl on KZbin used to say...."You cannot do all the good the world needs, but the world needs all the good you can do." ❤

[@jessicadrake4544]

Exactly! Do your best! Overtime if you try your best can get better and better

[@darkknight5870]

That shampoo bar speech though. YOU GO GIRL!

[@kemillegreene9743]

I like the wall paper it reminds me of 2 things: onyx and stromatolites

[@creationslandscapedesigns]

I use the HiBar shampoo bar and conditioner bar and swear by it. I use the ones that are for curly hair.

[@DevilishFailure]

I am using soap for my hair and had to get used to it for a few weeks. But now it’s fine. I must admit I have a normal shampoo that I use sometimes too, but there are really mild options out there that you need to rinse out with apple vinegar sometimes and your hair is voluminous and shiny. You just have to commit, try a few with different “re-oiling” factors (some meant for dry and some meant for greasy hairs and scalps) and not use too much of it. But I totally understand why this is something where most people struggle with. You have to rinse the shower afterwards, because there would be much soap residue and your hair does smell like vinegar a little bit…

[@nicholaslandry6367]

I thoroughly enjoy the wallpaper I use a phone case/wallet that flips open and compared to pretty much, if not, every phone before using that kind of case I 100% agree with quality phone cases The longer I can get use out of my phone without cutting myself the better

[@TracyHRodriguez]

I switched to Who Gives a Crap because of you and I LOVE it! I feel so good about that purchase. I used to HATE the plastic from the wrapped big box tp I used to buy.

[@majaaskaner7223]

I love my shampoo bars and I just manage to convert my boyfriend as well (😉) I had some struggle in the begging bc the bar I switched to was very gentle on the hair so my hair got greasy really quickly but after I adjusted my scalp to it it works just perfect! And also. My first ever bar broke like a week ago and I’m so happy for that milestone 🥰

[@jen1sur]

We have swapped to a very nearly zero plastic household for shower, cleaning, laundry, toilet, etc., but the one thing we can't swap is dishwasher detergent. Nothing works like the big name in the plastic pods. When we have to rewash everything the sustainable one isn't better. We're still hopeful for something that works, but for now we're sticking with the one we know. I hate it, it makes me feel awful to use, but it doesn't undo all of our other work.

[@mydogismyheart23]

Shampoo bars are amazing once you find the right one. I tried a couple and then shied away from them because i didn't like them. But then eventually tried again and found some AMAZING ones that made my hair so incredible. I've been using it for a year and a half and my hair is so thick and full and beautiful and I can go so much longer before it gets gross. I'll never go back.

[@marly-paigepetersen]

Things I am proud of that I do which is sustainable: reuse single use items - second life. Stopped buying plastic Tupperware. I use rechargeable batteries. Dont use dryers. Only hang dry clothes. Don't buy bottled water.

[@heathermalmal9943]

If anyone is looking for more sustainable cosmetics since I know that most influencers only talk about Elate which some of their things didn’t work for me. You can also try Salt New York which you can just purchase their refills for the majority of their products and Kjaer Weiss which is similar where you can buy only the refill and they also have choices of either cardboard packaging or metal.

[@iLoraine]

I love shampoo bars, but I also use a regular liquid clarifying shampoo once a month. My husband only uses shampoo bars. We have been using bars for 2 years

[@Rhaifha]

I've started using a shampoo bar as a more sustainable and silicone-free alternative to the silicone filled shampoos I used before, and it's so much better for my hair. It took a while for me to get used to it, but I use it with a scalp massager (like a silicone brush) and I personally really love it.

[@SalsaNube]

That was a nice, and honest review- really appreciate it, as always! And I also firmly believe, that sometimes we can just indulge in something that is not inheritely "zero waste", as we also need to feel good with ourselfs in order to do good thing (talking e.g. about the shampoo bars). But could not happen to notice, you had a peculiar tone of voice. I am not really following much lately, as been busy as hell - did something happen? If anything is going on, hope it will get better soon! And if not, and my ears are just messing up with me, sorry for the comment;) Cheers!

[@LauraBruj]

In the last few years there are more zero waste and nontoxic makeup brands out there that are working as good as conventional ones, so definitely keep using those since they are good for your health also.

[@LexieLankiewicz]

I love WGAC and Pela! I gave up on makeup since I don’t express myself that way and I use Ethique for the majority of my shower products.

[@thesheeark2818]

I had to stop using the shampoo bars stuff bc ANTS would LOVE those suckers. I have an old house, so even if I keep them out with a clean house, those shampoo bars, being natural ingredients just sitting out, apparently are edible for them. I would go in and the bars would be black with ants. Couldn't even have them in the stasher bag, they'd find a way in, even chewing thru it if they had to. Persistent lil bastards! :/

[@MandiMcDougall]

Wow!! Good to know. We have a big ant problem iver here.

[@kairifan12]

Yes to Part 2!

[@shebamoos]

When I do wear makeup (which after the pandemic and now working from home I don’t as much or ever lol) I use Root Pretty as they have refill options and are just so much better for my skin. I also love my current shampoo bar which is from Ethique, I’ve been using their bars for about 2 years now and I would not switch brands.

[@ambermazmanian2695]

I love my shampoo bar! It's by moon valley Organics. And my conditioner by Hibar. In a pinch, I use my Dr Bronner's soap bar for hair and body.

[@Christine-lo1uw]

Thank you for your thoughtful content! You are an inspiration!

[@MOMOHEARTS]

For that thought of going back to the previous thing I would not shower or restart my body with homemade coffee /sugar scrub and then use the new eco friendly /sustainable products. If that product doesn't work I would continue searching for what my body likes. I learned my body loves goat milk, butters, avocados, coffee related bulk bars from wholesfood they have. For my hair I found out it loves things that fruits and milk related bars.

[@user-ui2qq6no1n]

I have finer hair and I absolutely love my eco roots shampoo bar. I don't like the conditioner and I opt for hair oil instead (which lasts forever). I highly recommend it for fine thinner hair. It makes it smell amazing😍😍

[@headlikesoup]

I love you! (platonically). Thank you so much for the content you create. I'm so glad I discovered your channel.

[@fenwicus]

Aw, I bought a Tiffin based on your recommendation, and I love it. I work from home, and I still don’t eat out a lot, so it’s not getting a lot of use - yet. But every time I have used it, I get nice comments ❤

[@Emily-hd9sm]

Regarding makeup: I don't wear it a ton, so a capsule like that looks sooo perfect! And I don't really worry about my powders expiring too much because I wash my face twice a day thoroughly anyway, and I've never had problems using older powders, and if you wash your brushes frequently you're set 🤷‍♀️

[@kelseybuzzell]

I really like the JR Liggett's moisturizing shampoo bar. It lathers well and I don't need to use conditioner, except on the very ends of my hair 1-2 times per week. I have found I have to actually rub it on my hair directly (not in my hands and then on my hair) to get it to work effectively and lather super well, but once I figured that out I realized that it actually did a better job than any bottled shampoo I had used. I do have fine hair though, so it may just be good for my hair type! I also agree with another commenter that the main reason I don't use the steel containers is that I cannot reheat food in them and many aren't leak proof (or that wears out over time). I tend to use pyrex and put it all in a padded lunch bag that allows it to stack.

[@chloeb1642]

I never buy reusable containers, because I find that the jars/containers I acquire while shopping more than meet my container needs. I literally picked my most recent phone (refurbished Pixel 4, after my 4-year-old phone succumbed to planned obsolescence) so that I could get a Pela case for it. It's my favorite case I've ever had!

[@whitneylong3220]

I love the wallpaper!!! And pela cases are the best. I got the one with a card holder and out too many cards in it and they replaced it and I stuck the other one in my compost.:)

[@ecofriendfaith]

Agreed on all theses suggestions! I like the wall paper and the new table. Also love your necklace!

[@wiltedspinachcat3472]

omg yes exclusively pela cases for a couple phones now and they are so much better than the lifeproof and otter box cases i tried in the past.

[@thejasminelee]

I’m very late to this video, but I’m obsessed w that wallpaper and would love that in my own home

[@kenapina]

Salt NY has been a game changer but for someone who loves makeup for its own sake, it’s so hard to resist the urge to buy all the new shiny releases 😫 😫😫😫😫😫 I came to makeup way late in life but omg I love it so much so I’m planning on doing a no-spend year just to get a hold of this impulse.

[@MegBruin52]

My Pela airpods case broke within 6 months of purchase; I was so bummed! I contacted Pela to see if there was a warranty or something but no luck. Glad to hear that the phone cases are more durable.

[@Kris-st4zw]

They truly aren’t though- they are floppy and stretch out. Our hands have oils. You will prob replace it more than an alternative. And I have a pela case on my phone now.

[@gmommie2]

I love Who Gives a Crap! As a single person in my home, one box lasts sooooo long! Will forever use.

[@angelamoynahan2627]

LOVE the wallpaper. Also love my Lush shampoo bar, thanks to you, but I don’t love using a conditioner bar. Just doesn’t do the trick. And thanks to you, have been using Who Gives a Crap now for a couple years and love it. Thanks for all you do and share.

[@raapyna8544]

There are food thermos containers in outdoor stores, if you want to take a warm meal from home. :) I haven't got one yet, but it's crossed my mind sometimes.

[@jessicathwaites9602]

I swear by ethique shampoo bars. They are the best I've tried

[@jessicawight7020]

I have slowly been using all my products and have started to use and experiment with shampoo bars and I still have a few to try, I enjoy them but for me it varys from brand to brand but when I find the one I will stick with it :)

[@rachelwolf5370]

Thank you, Shelbi! ❤