Just wanted to add a disclaimer about safety razors, I've never heard anyone in the low waste community mention, they aren't safe for everyone. If you or a family member have a history of some mental illnesses it may not be safe/ may be triggering to have a box of razors in your house. If that's the case, what I do is, have a razor where just the head is disposable, use men's heads (they last longer and don't get clogged as much) and keep them out of the shower and dry after use.
@michellindaaudis12674 жыл бұрын
I’m so glad you mention this! This is actually the only reason I have not switched to a safety razor-my husband just doesn’t feel comfortable having razor blades in the house. I use a shaving head subscription service and, like you said, keep the razor away from the shower when it isn’t being used. I only shave once or twice a week, so the heads last a good long time.
@themostbeautifulface4 жыл бұрын
Electric razors may work as well. It is some plastic, but a good one will last years.
@johanna-yay4 жыл бұрын
@Zahra Grimason hey, I‘ve struggled with this a lot as well. I hope you‘re okay
@Clairelaferret4 жыл бұрын
@Zahra Grimason Your safety and health are more important than a little plastic going to waste. The idea of low/zero waste is that we all make the changes we CAN make, but but can't make ALL the changes.
@thejoywithin3 жыл бұрын
Is it not the same as having knifes at home I mean it’s also a sharp blade? I’m genuinely asking because I don’t see the difference with blades?
@christeenythemeany4 жыл бұрын
For anyone who might come across this comment, Christina talked about her Leaf blades dulling a lot. What I do with mine is open up the razor every once and a while to clean out between the blades, and while its open I sometimes flip the blades over and then keep using them if that makes sense. So each edge is sharp on the front side and back side there isn't a "face up" or "face down" of each edge so just turning it over like you're turning the page of a book keeps them sharp for me. I hope that makes any sense to anyone needing a Leaf tip!
@bellaluna95724 жыл бұрын
I didn't realize others didn't know about this. I've been using a plain safety razor for a few years and had found out pretty quickly to "flip" the blade. I got a better shave doing that.
@Sassysequins7163 жыл бұрын
Thanks for these tips! I just bought the leaf and tried it the other night.
@melinam72162 жыл бұрын
Leaf or twig or both?? I’m on the fence.. I’m leaning toward the twig but I think for legs the leaf would be nice.. but then that makes me think I should invest in both.. idk
@KnarfStein2 жыл бұрын
Same. Except I add another step: move the blades one position downward (i.e., top blade becomes middle blade; bottom blade becomes top blade).
@MarinaUz4 жыл бұрын
Great video! Unfortunately, a couple of SPF drops is far from enough to actually protect your skin. James Welsh, Hyram and other skin care KZbinrs explain it in depth on their channels. Someone recently mentioned that the SPF drops are actually really ineffective. Edit: Lab muffin beauty science did the video about it
@9melissal4 жыл бұрын
Lab muffin beauty science also did a video about it recently and she's a chemistry PhD that worked in skincare formulation so she really knows the science behind it.
@MarinaUz4 жыл бұрын
@@9melissal oooh yeah I think that's where I saw it! Thank you for the reminder!
@carolyn8694 жыл бұрын
I came to comment the same thing! She’s probably getting almost no sun protection. Even if it’s protecting her a bit from burning, she’s definitely getting UVA exposure!! (Skin cancer 😰!!)
@salamannader3 жыл бұрын
Came here to say the same thing! A couple drops ain't gonna cut it lol
@amandahoyt23234 жыл бұрын
Free soap standle alternative: squish a beer cap into your soap. Been doing this for years and it works great!
@Jess-ek9rf4 жыл бұрын
I’ve been seeing that a lot. Doesn’t the cap fall out?
@amandahoyt23234 жыл бұрын
@@Jess-ek9rf it can when the bar starts to get really thin but you can prevent it by "soap welding" like she mentioned in the video
@thesoapstandle71594 жыл бұрын
First, thanks Sedona! This comment from an amazon buyer seems on point: “I've been using bottle caps (stuck upside down into soap), and while it felt like a great lifehack, I started to worry about the metal, which I could smell pretty heavily. Not to mention that it would get goopy towards the end of the soap bar's life. I felt lucky to stumble upon this product when I started searching, since I didn't know if something like this would exist. I did NOT want one of those pokey soap holders; they get so gross so fast. I am about halfway through one of my bars (olive oil bar for my face--it does not hold up well at all if it sits in water), and I can already tell, this is a great product. So simple yet does exactly what it needs to do.”
@amandahoyt23234 жыл бұрын
@@thesoapstandle7159 I've never had an issue so I'll keep using my plastic-free alternative 😉
@ElephantsRock9434 жыл бұрын
Which way do you face the cap relative to the bar?
@Nick-ei8lt4 жыл бұрын
I absolutely love my leaf razor. Keep it out of the shower. Super close shave. Never cut my skin at all. Normal safety razors I cut my self so badly. 10/10 recommend. The butterfly razors have cut everyone I know and switching to the leaf is the closest shave IE 3 blades rather than one like traditional.
@hannahseawall71284 жыл бұрын
The meow meow tweet lip balm might have only have parts of it melted because of the different melting points of different ingredients so you might want to try heating up the product the entire way through, giving it a good stir, and then letting it solidify from there
@katiep75514 жыл бұрын
If you're like me and need a good sunscreen for the face and body, check out raw elements sunscreen. It comes in a tin, so totally recyclable. I'm super pale and can't tan, so this sunscreen definitely works. Also- every one can have their own opinion, but I've never had a problem with the leaf shave. It was a lot less intimidating for me than a traditional safety razor.
@empera1134 жыл бұрын
Raw Elements contains beeswax, and not sure if as a vegan she omits or is okay with using products that contain it.
@cherrypanda8874 жыл бұрын
do they offer spf50? i can only seem to find spf30 :(
@yeseniabriseno45933 жыл бұрын
@@cherrypanda887 get the 30! Is there a specific reason why you want the 50? It’s not proven that a high spf is better, they all do the same as long as it’s a 30spf
@alliep76534 жыл бұрын
Okay, we're going to need some more hair videos from you because your hair is LONG & LUSCIOUS! We have the same curly/wavy hair type and I just recently started the ACV rinse. It's going great for my scalp 😊 but I need to know all of your secrets!! 😍
@sharkis434 жыл бұрын
I have been using a leaf razor for about 6 months now and I love it!! I have the MOST sensitive skin and razors tear me up. So I took the bottom blade out and only use 2 blades now and it works so well! It doesn't affect the closeness of the shave at all. It helps so much with reducing nics. I love the pivoting head because that is the kind of razor I used before. I couldn't use the traditional saftey razor without tearing myself up. I absolutely love it!!
@LilacsAdore4 жыл бұрын
As a person trying to become more minimalist and low waste, I can't wait to try the laundry detergent you mentioned.
@nataliawineland344 жыл бұрын
I just started using a similar product by a different brand and I freaking love it !! I'm new to the low impact world
@kelseymcloughlin63044 жыл бұрын
The laundry detergent she featured is made by a company called TruEarth :)
@joeypettey40274 жыл бұрын
there are plenty of really nice safety razors that aren’t branded as “zero waste” that have a bit of packaging but are cheaper and last forever too!!
@stephaniecasper75783 жыл бұрын
Yeah. I found one at the Dollar Tree. However, butterfly razors can be difficult to use if you’re used to the fancy plastic ones that move around to give you a better angle. I’m glad there’s finally an option to have the flexible head and the low waste blade.
@ciannacoleman51252 жыл бұрын
I got one on Amazon for $20, it is not a butterfly it is the other type that completely comes apart and came with 5 heads. I just bought 100 blades for $10, I love it and change the blade about one a month which means I have about an 8yr silly now. I used to use blades until over dull when using disposable heads because they were so expensive now I don't have to.
@CF.4 жыл бұрын
I love Leaf like it’s my job. So glad I bought one. Edit: the flat finishes don’t slip as much (in your wet hand) as the shiny finishes. I’ve heard that they’re working on a silicone sleeve for people who need a more “grippy” shaving experience.
@martinecor24 жыл бұрын
Yeah I never cut myself with it and I recommend it to people all the time
@9melissal4 жыл бұрын
@@martinecor2 I want one but I want the mercury color and it always seem to be out of stock ☹
@kaylee5964 жыл бұрын
Can you use off brand blades and break them in half or do they have to be leaf brand?
@CF.4 жыл бұрын
@@kaylee596 any brand that you’d normally use with a safety razor you can use. Just snap them in half while they’re still in the protective packaging and you’re good to go.
@martinecor24 жыл бұрын
@@kaylee596 you can use off brands for sure !!!
@HangNguyen-ih8rf3 жыл бұрын
“Sustainable, vegan, green clean, zero waste,” as much as I love to help Mother Earth these words are overwhelming to follow. Using what I absolutely need & don’t waste stuff is the best to can do for M.E. and my pocket.
@myriamgagnon684 жыл бұрын
Just watched Kiss the ground movie on Netflix about how we can reverse climate change by healing the soil, highly recommend it!
@avivapeltin4 жыл бұрын
Just added to my list of stuff to watch! Thanks for the recommendation!
@CelticAilleacht4 жыл бұрын
I've been using the Leaf razor for a while and I've noticed I ALWAYS cut myself if I use cheap blades, but I've never had that problem if I use more quality blades and don't rush😊
@rdeg944 жыл бұрын
I'd been under the impression you could only use Leaf blades with their razors (since you have to break them in half), are you saying you can use any brand?
@xKleiniax4 жыл бұрын
@@rdeg94 Not emily, but yes. You can use any razor blades and just break them in half.
@rdeg944 жыл бұрын
@@xKleiniax great thank you!
@KH-rt6zq3 жыл бұрын
Do you guys have any recommendations for blades? I tried the Astra Platinum ones and really wasn’t a fan!
@CelticAilleacht3 жыл бұрын
@K H to be honest I'm pretty happy with the Leaf brand razors, but I did just order some Rockwell razors to try. Will post back with how they do.
@Emmalineist3 жыл бұрын
I was literally thinking right before you mention nHap that I could never switch to tabs because none of them have this ingredient - I'm so stoked to here that I'm wrong! I will definitely give these a go.
@amyrobson28794 жыл бұрын
I've been wanting to try tab toothpaste for a while and I will definitely look into Bite. I have no idea how nHAP works but nerd fact, hydroxyapatite is the primary mineral in tooth enamel. 🤓 Any who...love your videos!
@sarahkaye70963 жыл бұрын
I’ve been using Bite for a few weeks! A channel called StrollingThroughLife reviews a bunch of toothpaste tabs. Bite isn’t super minty after like a traditional paste, and if you’re considering Georganics you should note that they’re very salty! StrollingThroughLife’s video goes really in depth for each!!
@JennaRenee4 жыл бұрын
I’ve used a leaf razor for over a year now. It is the absolute best razor I’ve ever used. You have to go slow, and not press too hard. I have super sensitive skin, and can’t use a lot of different shaving creams and with this razor, I don’t even have to use anything other than water to shave with and I get the closest, smoothest shave I’ve ever had. No rashes or bumps. Super easy to clean the blades also. Love, love these razors!!!
@gabriellabooker62504 жыл бұрын
Watching your videos is what’s keeping me going!
@juliaisagoodwitch4 жыл бұрын
Once my plastic razor becomes dull I’m going to look into to switching over to a safety razor. 😀
@ash-vj5vn4 жыл бұрын
I got a really cheap one in the summer of 2019 and my blade JUST NOW got dull enough to replace. They’re amazing!
@DiscountAnneHathaway4 жыл бұрын
I live mine. I picked it up @ Target for about $18 (?)
@charlottecharliechaz4 жыл бұрын
Oh YES! Your video on a Sunday, in my comfy clothes, cup of tea and a blanket on my knee HEAVEN!! ❤🙏🏻🌿☕ hugs from the UK x
@persephone2134 жыл бұрын
Same here!
@lessgraviity4 жыл бұрын
I looooove my Bite tabs. I've been using them for a while and am so glad they added the fluoride alternative because that was my biggest concern with natural toothpastes. ❤️ The watermelon flavor was so fun. The lavender lemon (I tbink?) reminded me of fruit loops.
@hynnow184 жыл бұрын
Woo! I’m Happy for the fluoride option too! I’ve been having receding gums and pockets and so finally consulted my older sister (a dentist). She blessed toothtabs with fluoride very quickly! On the other hand, she was frustrated at me at 1st with the manual charcoal brushes. She did eventually help me find a compromise of a more sustainable electric toothbrush (Oral B with pressure sensitivity)
@bethanysparling65274 жыл бұрын
Why do people not want to use fluoride? I don't get it. It's the one ingredient that dentists say you must have in your toothpaste
@perryclifton41724 жыл бұрын
@@bethanysparling6527 I have seen a lot of people say it's the brushing motion that cleans the teeth, and they don't use toothpaste at all, and/or because they want an 'all-natural diy' toothpaste
@juchinchou4 жыл бұрын
I spent 30 dollars on amazon for a high quality butterfly razor and I don’t regret it. The key to avoiding cuts is starting with a mild razor. It’s hard to sift thru the junk on amazon that they try to sell as eco friendly goods but read the worst reviews to shift thru fake reviews.
@riareanne4 жыл бұрын
I’m so glad you showed the different toothpaste tab flavors! I hate mint, so I’ve been struggling so much with finding more sustainable options
@TheZombiekat134 жыл бұрын
Oh, and I have to say, I’m trying Bite and I don’t like them! They work really well but they have a really soapy flavor that I don’t like! I found a really nice one from Georganics. It’s clay based and cleans SUPER well!! Non foaming formula and I love it!! I have thyroid disease and I stay as far away from fluoride as possible!! If you have skin issues Grandpa’s soap co pine tar soap is a game changer!!! It has helped me ditch topical prescription medication to treat my seborrheic dermatitis! It smells a little like leather and I absolutely love it!!! Best face wash I’ve ever found!! A little ACV wash makes it a fantastic shampoo bar for curly girls like me! Best head to toe bar I’ve found and I’ve tried a few!!
@TheZombiekat134 жыл бұрын
I REALLY love Made for Lips on Etsy! They are out of Boulder Colorado. It contains beeswax but it’s my absolute favorite after giving up Burt’s Bees! It comes in a cardboard tube and I love it!
@natashab88304 жыл бұрын
OMG YAY. I need to study at the moment but definitely coming back to watch this later. Very excited!!
@slisyd3 жыл бұрын
Just a FYI you can change the blades on the leaf razer while it is in its stand i.e standing up. It's really easy.
@Abby-vn8cc4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for the warning about razors. So thoughtful.
@biancaadair40274 жыл бұрын
I got a leaf razor back in March, and at first I found I was taking chunks out of my leg, but the more I use it the more I've gotten used to it. I unscrew and fully rinse and dry the blades after each use and then turn the blades over to use both side every now and then too. I had some elastic bands lying around that i added to the handle for more grip!
@LJKNIGHTDIVER4 жыл бұрын
I love my leaf razor, never had an issue with cuts or slipping! I got my husband and my brother one too and they love theirs as well!
@vk36963 жыл бұрын
For the leaf razor, it takes some adjustment as well when coming from other razor types. Also if you adjust the blade numbers and placement you would be surprised if the difference. I can't use three blades without cutting myself.
@hirakatashii4 жыл бұрын
I LOVE my Van Der Hagen safety razor. only 20 bucks and the 5 blades it came with lasted me over a year. Definitely don’t think you have to spend $70 on a razor! But I also understand people have preferences for different styles, shapes, etc
@mmmeaghanw4 жыл бұрын
agreed have had this one for 2 years!
@carolineabel58224 жыл бұрын
i had an issue with the meow meow tweet face cream because it melted and the texture changed but i melted it down again and then put it in the fridge and i honeslty like the texture more now so maybe try that with the lip balm!
@annaclancy48994 жыл бұрын
Please do zero waste menstrual routine video!
@-leo-75784 жыл бұрын
For toothpaste I use the Goodwell Co. it comes in a biodegradable sugarcane tube! And it tastes great
@katielanier7464 жыл бұрын
I recently got a Leaf Razor and I'm obsessed! I always cut myself shaving with regular razors and I haven't cut myself at all with the leaf! I've never used a traditional safety razor though.
@Fey_Fatale2 жыл бұрын
My safety razor is Van der Hagen. It comes in either a long or short handle and I was able to buy both the razor and the blades in my local grocery store, which was a big selling point for me. It's not as close of a shave as my old razor, but not a dealbreaker by any means. I've been using it for 5-6 years now and am seriously never going back.
@jordantaylorscaife5884 жыл бұрын
I find the biggest challenge for me with sustainability is dental care. My teeth are so problematic, I need to use an electric toothbrush and I use Sensodyne because I need fluoride and a sensitive toothpaste, but I hate it cause its not sustainable or cruelty free.
@fibromiteready2fight8094 жыл бұрын
Quip on Instagram has an all metal electric toothbrush, if it helps. But focus on doing what you can. Maybe email sensodyne and ask if they'd ever make the packaging more environmentally friendly. It doesn't help the ingredients or cruelty free status, but it's something 🤷🏿♀️
@hynnow184 жыл бұрын
Oral B will take back all oral care plastic containers for free! Supposedly we can request a mailer label, package it in any box, and snail mail it to them
@jordantaylorscaife5884 жыл бұрын
@@hynnow18 Oh good to know, thanks!
@ash-vj5vn4 жыл бұрын
I mean, dental care is a health necessity. I think it’s ok if you live a sustainable lifestyle in general but have a non sustainable or cruelty free dental care routine. If it makes you feel better, maybe donate money to sustainable organizations or animal rights groups every time you buy the toothpaste? At the end of the day, your health is a priority!
@skys83764 жыл бұрын
i totally agree with Ella. i also have extremely problematic teeth and literally refuse to use toothpaste tabs because they don’t have fluoride. oral health is SO important and a key player in your overall health so i don’t feel bad at all that i use Sensodyne or a prescription toothpaste. i use a bamboo tooth brush and a waterpik to cut down on waste in other areas of my routine.
@peace16364 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for this video! Loved it. Very refreshing to hear reviews of products from someone who is 100% honest
@2012jgold4 жыл бұрын
Love having you back and glad you were able to slow down and take time for yourself
@2012jgold4 жыл бұрын
Also I too have a hard time gripping my Leaf razor, if you find any work arounds to this let us know
@brennas_burner3 жыл бұрын
i'm really glad you reviewed Bite - I've been dying to try them and now I know I will!
@marieavila71003 жыл бұрын
I made my own detergent for so long it took me forever to actually switch back. It was castile soap shaved and baking soda. Best soft clothes.
@dalia62954 жыл бұрын
I highly recommend the wellkept razor. Personal favourite.
@peacenun73784 жыл бұрын
I got my safety razor from eco roots and I absolutely love it! Highly recommend! It’s the traditional style and was about 40-50$ !!!❤️❤️❤️
@norellweiner33414 жыл бұрын
I love my well earth laundry strips! As well as their solid dish soap!
@lyndsey2684 жыл бұрын
I don’t know if you know of LUSH, but I love their lip balms! They’re a zero waste, natural ingredients, vegan, and cruelty free brand. The lip balms come in recyclable tins made from 50-80% recycled material. They’re kind of expensive, $12.95 for 0.4 oz, but I’ve had my lip balm for almost 3 years now! I will definitely purchase again. (I have the Rose Lollipop flavor 😊).
@meln54994 жыл бұрын
Love my Leaf, but yes, a little tricker to clean out after a "Hairier shave" but if used daily, a quick flip up and rinse of each blade is super quick. I never used a standard safety razor, so I never needed to adjust the motion or angle of shaving, so I have never nicked myself.
@StrollingThroughLife3 жыл бұрын
I love your review videos like this! I have similar laundry strips that work really well! Thanks for the video!
@Malicajoo4 жыл бұрын
Yes, so many people rave about the Leaf Razor and I just don't love mine. If I use 2 blades I get less cuts but not a close enough shave, and then 3 blades cuts. Also I find if my hair is too long it sometimes catches in the spring section 😔
@LovelySunshine174 жыл бұрын
I went back to regular toothpaste last year ~ I was using natural toothpaste for a few years and developed so many cavities during that time :(
@idontkaris4 жыл бұрын
Same. I’m still looking for a low waste toothpaste with fluoride
@_.dana._4 жыл бұрын
unpaste is a new toothtab with fluoride thats in the us!!
@faethy4 жыл бұрын
@@idontkaris I've been using these ones which have fluoride www.etsy.com/ca/listing/769625703/toothpaste-tabs-with-fluoride-240480?ref=cart from what I've seen most North American brands will refuse to have fluoride in them /an alternative. Ojook toothpaste is a brand I'd like to try also
@imaginingdefeat4 жыл бұрын
I’ve always been confused by the anti-fluoride sentiment in the natural/sustainable space. Why are people so against it?
@atelierirae4 жыл бұрын
Honestly, toothpaste is the number 1 thing I'm never going to switch. Also because I have very sensitive teeth so the one I use is not going anywhere. Teeth are too precious to me to try stuff.
@oliviaguevara76734 жыл бұрын
Did you get a new camera? Or just a new set up? Because holy crap maybe it's just me but I feel like there's been a quality jump. Always love your videos btw, so thank you 💚
@sanbi49034 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing! SUPER helpful video. I’m very curious to continue hearing about what you think about the soap nuts! Someone recommended them to me recently and I’ve been skeptical, but curious to hear more about your experience!
@sopermanobsessed4 жыл бұрын
I've been using them for almost a year. I feel like they get my clothes clean. The only effort you need to put in, is soak them in super hot water for like 10 minutes if you're gonna do a cold load. I put them in a small lingerie bag, rather than the super tiny bag that comes with them. And take them out before you put stuff in the dryer. Other than that, they're super easy
@jatzianarvaez19503 жыл бұрын
Omg I love your videos! Like you should totally make more cooking videos!! ILY girlyyy thanks for the amazing content 🥺☺️ILY... ❤️❤️
@tabathapoelstra4 жыл бұрын
The blades are probably sulking faster because you use both blades every time, unlike with the traditional safety where you switch between. It’s literally twice as many shaves Love this video. Thank you so much!!
@rachelbitter64224 жыл бұрын
This is great! So glad you reviewed Leaf! I was debating a Leaf or Well Kept razor and ended up going with well kept (female owned Canadian brand). But always wondered about Leaf. Can’t say enough about well kept though, highly recommend!
@Nick-ei8lt4 жыл бұрын
10/10 recommend a leaf razor. Been using it since the game out and as long as you are using good blades you’ll be fine and no cuts or bumps.
@MeredithAleighaWells4 жыл бұрын
I've been really curious about the leaf razor. I had an albatross for a little while but I have broke two of them from them slipping out of my hand. I really want to adopt a safety razor but sometimes it feels like they really don't want to adopt me lol.
@gianninal54554 жыл бұрын
I didn't mind the bite tabs but strongly prefer the ones from Well Dental for anyone who might not have loved the Bite ones. Thanks for reminding me about the laundry strips. We bought a small quantity to try and totally forgot about them, lol. I love the leaf razor but always seem to nick myself around my ankles.
@dryvonneburkart3 жыл бұрын
So interesting! I've never heard of laundry detergent sheets - genius! Most "natural" cleaning products in stores are greenwashed so I need to try these sheets!
@MarshaABranch4 жыл бұрын
Get yourself an Edwin Jagger. Excellent quality. Won't cost you that much, and they have women's versions. Search Edwin Jagger Women's Safety Razor on Amazon. I've had mine for YEARS and LOVE it!!!!!
@elin94674 жыл бұрын
is there a difference between women's and men's?
@MarshaABranch4 жыл бұрын
@@elin9467 - There isn’t a difference in Edwin Jagger women’s vs men’s double edge safety razors except that the women’s comes in pastel colours. You use exactly the same blades, and you can screw the head off the woman’s razor and screw it onto the men’s. EJ razors use a screw mechanism instead of the butterfly head, but they are just as easy to clean. Just hold them under running water and all the hair comes out, without having to unscrew. I actually prefer the “men’s” options because the handles on the women’s are all smooth. On the others there are several options. Mine is silver with etchings in the handle. Also, what was great, I ordered a set with razor and brush and I called Edwin Jagger and requested the make my brush with vegan bristles and they did. So props to them for that.
@arctiacaja4 жыл бұрын
I have one from Mühle which is also so good!!
@MarshaABranch4 жыл бұрын
@@arctiacaja - Yip, they make great razors also. They have one I love, but since I already have one from EJ, it didn't make sense buying a second.
@kathleen62884 жыл бұрын
You couldn't give me a safety razor! I took all the skin off my ankle bone and cut myself numerous times. Now I use the Preserve razor. It works really well and I've never cut myself.
@persephone2134 жыл бұрын
What a lovely treat to start my Sunday with a new Christie video! These reviews are very helpful. 💖
@javabeanllc99853 жыл бұрын
Love the opening to the video!
@lauracastro69674 жыл бұрын
I appreciate your input on laundry detergent!! I have Dropps and don’t like them :( I love their dishwasher pods but I feel like the Dropps does something weird with my deodorant because my shirts come out with crispy armpits😂 I’ll have to try the strips!
@kristiplacke84554 жыл бұрын
I have the long handled butterfly safety razor (like she mentioned) from Albatross and it is so great! I hardly ever cut myself and get a pretty close shave. Definitely worth the extra $10 to have the extra long handle if you shave your legs
@aliciawigren31704 жыл бұрын
Thank you for doing these reviews! So many of these I’ve looked at and wondered about. The SPF I’m a little hesitant on due to it not being backed by any board certified dermatologist. And while it says it’s reef safe it doesn’t say anything about what type of zinc is it... nano or non-nano zinc. The Leaf razor I was super curious about too! I have a basic safety razor and I really enjoy it. I think for now I’ll stick to it. The detergent sheets are also very interesting to me. We are a family of heavy duty outdoors people. Our kids are constantly covered in mud (W. WA!), and the soil on our property is clay based which makes it harder to get stains out. I also wonder how they work on cloth diapers. The detergent we currently use for our diapers is pretty specific in that there’s no build up to ruin absorption, doesn’t have any form of scent or fragrance for irritation, and comes as a powder in a box with no wax or plastic lining. I might give these a try for our clothes though 🧐
@jennifersoto-rinehart87544 жыл бұрын
Wow what detergent is that? Sounds like it would work on my husband’s work pants.
@aliciawigren31704 жыл бұрын
@@jennifersoto-rinehart8754 it’s called Country Save! It seems like it’s a bit on the pricier side, BUT you need such a small amount that a box of it lasts for such a long time. We’re a family of 4, soon to be 5, and even when doing not just my husband’s, kid’s, my own laundry, and a couple of extra loads of cloth diapers a week, we only go through about 3 of the big boxes a year.
@qui-gonjinn91584 жыл бұрын
On the safety razor thing... I used to cut myself and get irritation while shaving, and just spent many years with a beard to avoid shaving entirely. I recently learnt a bunch about shaving and now shave daily without cuts/irritation. First up, research what blades you’re using. Some brands of blades are super sharp (easier to cut yourself accidentally) and scratchy (causes more irritation) which is fine depending on skin types. But some brands are more dull - which my skin likes. You can get sample packs online of different brands until you find the one that suits you - some more dull ones I’d recommend are Astra, Wilkinson and Derby. Though some come in plastic cases. With safety razors you also don’t want to be pushing down at all - I think the leaf Razor is flawed based on this personally - but you want it to glide with the grain, and you want to do 3-4 passes/shaves before your legs will feel smooth. This is a big beginner mistake that I wish somebody told me before I started! I hope this info helps someone in the comments who’s had a bad experience or wanted to try!
@hopelockwood40524 жыл бұрын
Buddha balm! From PCC slaps! It’s vegan and from Bellingham !! I love the chocolate flavor so much :))))
@sshhayne4 жыл бұрын
My mom uses the stain stick remover for my little brother’s white baseball pants, which are covered in dirty and sweat and sometimes blood.... and they work really well! So cool
@sshhayne4 жыл бұрын
And my mom isn’t very environmentally conscious...
@dogvertigowatermelon4 жыл бұрын
Hittin' us with the facts 1:00 in! Love it!!
@ivanamurphy69174 жыл бұрын
Your hair is looking so damn good!!
@mgnaturals71103 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this review, Sedona! Need to check out that leaf razor! 😍
@gnocchi2513 жыл бұрын
everything you said about the leaf i 100% agree with. wish i just got a basic butterfly razor instead :(
@ab79744 жыл бұрын
I have only been using safety razors for a few months and they scare the crap out of me but I wasn’t cutting myself a lot, but when I bought a leaf (used) I found I was cutting the crap out of myself! With any type of safety razor I am terrified of doing my shin area 😬
@HiShay3 жыл бұрын
I’ll have to try the laundry detergent. I’ve noticed a lot of people in the low waste community never mention working out, and therefor the zero waste laundry detergent works for them because they aren’t sweating and stinky. I’ve tried multiple zero waste laundry detergents and they have been a waste of money, because I sweat, but I’m also an athlete and workout multiple times a day hard core and the strips just don’t cut it. I’ve reverted back to store bought liquid because they don’t leave a residue and they actually work.
@anyawillowfan4 жыл бұрын
I have tried tooth tabs from Lush before, and hated them. I would consider giving another brand a go, but I have to use antibacterial toothpaste now (in the UK we have Corsodyl) to prevent having continuous ulcers caused by medication, and not sure if that's a thing in tooth tabs yet.
@earthlingel.22384 жыл бұрын
this spf serum seems to be such a great pick! unfortunately I live in Europe and I don't know if they ship to where I live... and also: it's pretty pricey :D so I'm definetely open to the give away you mentioned :)
@elin94674 жыл бұрын
omg I've never been this early 🥺 I love your videos!!
@kassiharris21594 жыл бұрын
We sell the No Tox lip balm at my work (Our Footprints Co.) and I just bought it for my mom for Christmas because she's obsessed with Earl Grey tea.
I understand your doubt about soapnuts.. I think a brand is only really sustainable when they do consider the ethical aspect as well! I don't know if they are available in the USA, but I use 'Seepje' (little soap in Dutch) and they are an AWESOME brand with great ethical standars. You should look into them :)
@angesoie4 жыл бұрын
i had the same lip balm journey 🤣 and settled on a bergamot and basil balm from juniperseed mercantile
@MentalHealthJourney3 жыл бұрын
Girl I appreciate so much that you put a trigger warning before the safety razor. Not that I'm triggered by it BUT I would only buy safety razor blades for one reason and that is not shaving! I feel guilty that I will have to continue using plastic razors but it's just not worth the risk even though me harming myself is very rare now! But you're the only sustainable channel that I've ever seen consider that using safety razors might be difficult for some!
@athirdeyejournal3 жыл бұрын
Soapnuts/Ritha are native to India. The problem isn't with using/not using soapnuts, the problem is with not using what's local first. If something is not local, not seasonal or just in limited availability but the demand is a lot more, the industry isn't able to keep up and it stops being sustainable. Soapnuts are not one of a kind, I'll bet one can find a replacement that's local which may not be more sustainable than soapnut itself but definitely more sustainable than lugging soapnut halfway across the world 😛 This is exactly what u said in the video ❤️ but yeah, this is the reason 👆🏼 - the soapnut trend is causing the production here to suddenly reach unstable numbers
@oddds3 жыл бұрын
Oh man I really appreciate the safety razor warning.
@mayvel15374 жыл бұрын
Any soap dish alternative: use a dish with a filter on top (to let the water drain down) wish a dish at the bottom. It saves your soap from staying wet/dissolving and keeps things cleaner!
@marybethtarrance71873 жыл бұрын
I just ordered the new limited edition flavor from bite and it’s my first time trying there product and I’m so excited to get it!
@sevenwithalime3 жыл бұрын
Can you look into stuff on lashes? I love the look of big lashes but I still want to do it sustainably
@sustainablehomestead19744 жыл бұрын
Great video! I have been trying to become more sustainable over the years, this year I have been growing and canning a lot of my own food and I have really loved it! ❤ I definitely want to try a safety razor because it is the only part of my shower routine that isn't low waste
@kylepatricklear4 жыл бұрын
i LOVE well earth goods & actually have used the laundry sheets and lip balm you have. both are amazing products imo!
@eileahfrye-edmonds4134 жыл бұрын
What the heck I went to watch this and realized KZbin unsubbed me from your channel 😡. Anyways keep rocking it and being a queen of imperfect zero waste lifestyles!!
@judithrussell91624 жыл бұрын
I have a high sensitivity to sodium bicarbonate and have yet to find a toothpaste or tooth tab without it. I have just found a good deodorant in a small metal tin called No Pong (an Australian brand) without bicarbonate but still on the toothpaste search.
@107Mirage4 жыл бұрын
I have the David’s toothpaste and I’m going to clean and recycle it as a paint tube!
@diveasmiley29714 жыл бұрын
If you’re into chapstick, you know exaaactly what she’s trying to explain when she’s saying balm vs. butter LOL
@keirawitham40334 жыл бұрын
This was kind of a harsh review on Leaf Shave. My husband and I both use them and it took us about a month to figure it out. She mentions that you have to use 3 razors, let me be clear that you don’t have to. I cut myself more when using all 3 and switched down to 2, which works great! It actually recommends that in the info kit you are given. My husband uses all three for his face. Also switch directly from a plastic razor to Leaf Shave was a pretty easy transition. I love the flexible head as does my husband. I do agree with her comment about the handle. Leaf Shave actually recognized this and has announced plans to include a silicone sleeve to go around the handle some time in the near future. I found that I just have to wash off my hands more while shaving and that prevents the slipping. I highly recommend the Leaf Shave especially for people who shave their face. It takes a little bit of getting used to, but once you figure out the right number of blades and the amount of pressure to give, it is a really awesome razor!
@SisterinChristMel3 жыл бұрын
The vibe is always there 😆
@BubbleAndButtercup3 жыл бұрын
Me? No I haven't been checking you channel for 3 months 👀👀🥰
@ellaisnotanumbrella67074 жыл бұрын
I’m very new to sustainability and use the soap nuts. I don’t know too much about their sustainability, they just felt like a good starting place. Would love to be educated on them!
@fotofilmdesignmusik83163 жыл бұрын
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@angelazvyagelskiy37073 жыл бұрын
I have a question, what kind of haircut do you have? I really like it!