Simple Reusable Swaps For Beauty & Home

[@evelynkim1883]

That shade of blue is so your colour

[@rhianhy]

Aw thanks Kimmy! x

[@lisamiddleton3475]

Where I live in California you have to pay 10 cents for bags if you don't bring you're own. Stores can't just give them to you anymore. It's a cool way to push us to make better choices.

[@stephaniestephans3082]

I wish all the states did this-MIchigan does not.

[@notesandlayers]

We do that here as well in Austin, Texas ☺

[@rhianhy]

So awesome! I hope it catches on! I think the UK has a similar deal now too.

[@Nappie072]

Rhian HY In The Netherlands we do the same! 🇱🇺

[@giulialongoni4816]

Same here in Italy! :D

[@anotherkyr]

I would love if you continued with some videos like this. I recently got a new job and have been grabbing lunch a lot and really noticed all the paper napkins and plastic forks they shove in the bag unnecessarily. I'm trying to bring my own lunch now and I'm going to treat my desk more like a second home keeping a bowl and cutlery there lol

[@rhianhy]

I can definitely do that! Let me know if you find any good stuff!

[@electricdreammachine2225]

First of all, I'm crazy about this look. I really like this type of video and I think you convinced me to finally make the leap on reusable cotton rounds. The eco swaps I'm already obsessed with are glass straws, metal chopsticks, Diva Cup, knitting kitchen rags, and crocheting vegetable bags. Like other people in the comments, my city has a bag ordinance - plastic is banned, paper costs 5¢. I really hope that catches on everywhere because, after a few weeks of adjustment, you saw nearly everybody carrying their reusable bags into stores with them. It really seemed like an easy switch for something that has a huge impact on the environment. Thank you for another great video!

[@bonnieblewitt7260]

Love this video. I'm lucky enough to work in a bulk foods store where we grind our own nut butters, and you can refill your olive oil, apple cider vinegar, tahini and tamari among all the usual refillable items. I love seeing people get so exited about the waste free shopping we offer when they come in. My favourite and easiest switch is a reusable coffee cup. All your Australian viewers would be aware of keep cup. There was a program about waste on our national network and after the segment on take away coffee cups the company had to employ a heap of new staff to keep up with demand. I love that this is growing in popularity, thanks for sharing your finds. The marley's monster range is gorgeous.

[@rhianhy]

So so awesome! Our local coop offers a lot of bulk options too! I have heard of keep cup- i LOVE that they blew up! x

[@shmaramitchell4999]

This video couldn't have come at a better time!!! I have been slowly switching things in my life to produce less waste. You have given me many more ideas. I am all about the reusable veggie/fruit bags and I already ordered 2 sets of the utensils. Also I learned from some of the commenters about bringing in bottles for bulk items like beans and rice and bringing our own to go containers when eating out. I really really enjoyed this video!!! Thank you for helping me become more aware❤️

[@missjul8]

Good idea about the "to-go"/"doggie" containers. Not sure I always know to bring them though, but maybe leaving some in the car is smart.

[@kendramx_vegan_rainbow98]

Really enjoyed this video! I use most of these reusable items already. I also take jars to the grocery store to put fresh ground nut butter and other bulk items in. Way back when, I had the cashier weigh my empty jars of different sizes and I have the tare written on each one. I always loved the idea of buying in bulk but thought it defeated most of the purpose if I used the plastic bags. This solves that problem! I like the fruit & veggie bags from Blue Avocado. They are fine mesh and usually the cashier can see the product number through them. I also have reusable bags made out of a parachute type fabric that fold up teeny tiny. I keep those in my purse mostly for non grocery shopping. They are super strong too so you can really stuff them full! 💚🌎💚🌍💚🌏💚

[@153krm]

I am always amazed by the number of questions/compliments I get at the store on my reusable produce bags. I think people don't always know that those kinds of things are an option. Thanks for sharing!

[@rhianhy]

Thats so awesome!! x

[@michelle5873]

I am watching old videos and the plastic bags. The best thing I ever did was save the zipper ones my sheets and curtains came in! I always use them when I travel! I've been researching to make some changes into more reusable things!

[@RykaStar]

I have reusable bags that are similar to a windbreaker fabric and always keep one tied up in my purse so if I end up going to the store at random I'll always have at least one with me. I loved this video and agree to make this a series as things come along!

[@anniekayyy]

I use just about all of these swaps you've mentioned and I also switched to a menstrual cup to eliminate waste form tampons and pads. It took a bit of getting used to it but now I'm completely adjusted and feel so much better about my choice. When I own my own home one day I'd love to install a bidet to eliminate toilet paper waste! (I live in the US where bidets are not at all common).

[@annilar1736]

I seriously appreciate your channel. Beauty & eco consciousness. HELLS YEAH 🌿✨♥️

[@audrianna9682]

I purchased the reusable cotton rounds from a mention you made months ago. I've also been a faithful user of the unpaper towels, veggie bags, tote bags, etc and those small changes from years ago have now become second nature. Thank you so much for this video, as much as I love beauty and product recommendations, I find lifestyle and household product recommendations so much harder to find!

[@SF-kc6zv]

So excited that you made this video!! I am so passionate about zero waste ❤️ I also take my own jars to the store with me and fill them up in the bulk section with our stable foods like pasta, rice, beans, etc. It's super eco friendly, plus I'm obsessed with how beautiful my pantry is now ❤️ so lovely

[@rhianhy]

I need to get my butt in gear and weigh my jars so i can do the same with that stuff! x

[@SF-kc6zv]

Rhian HY they'll weigh them for you at the checkout counter :) that's what I did. Just took the jars straight to the counter to be weighed before I started shopping. Also, most of my jars are multiples of the same sizes, so I only had to get one of each size weighed, then I could label them all :)

[@tinyandterrible]

a new low-waste shop has opened up near my house and i've been meaning to make a trip to find some new ways to cut down on the trash-creation in our home. thank you for reminding me, and for the tips! some of these would be super simple switches for my husband and i to make so i should probably stop being lazy.

[@everydayinthebay3917]

I use the plastic produce bags as my bathroom trash can bag. They fit perfectly! It's a good way to re-use and save money.

[@Kookyroo]

Excellent video. Full of eco-friendly products that everyone can use in their lives. Love your hair up like that Rhian. Where is that top from? I need one!

[@rhianhy]

Thanks love! The top is from Free People! x

[@leightonmclean5053]

i love your videos like this because you make me think about things that i haven't already. you always make me want to make better choices 💗 before i started watching your videos i didn't use anything reusable or ecofriendly or anything. i recently started making the switch to cruelty free makeup because of your videos. you have inspired me so much!!!! thank you for making this kind of content

[@rhianhy]

This was such a lovely comment to read, Leighton! Thank you xo

[@tinadang5072]

I’m so glad I came across your channel, you’re actually gorgeous and your personality is adorable

[@mcgulliksen2021]

I enjoyed this video so much. Looking forward to more like this/home ideas/recipes - fun to hear about new things & learn about more in the comments! It is so much more interesting to listen to/read than anything else on the interwebs in my life anymore. Thanks for making online time fun again. You look beautiful, as always, and the up-do is just lovely. Thanking you for all that you do!

[@juliadelvenne3364]

I found your channel just a few weeks ago and I love it. Vegan, passionate about (vegan and cruelty free) beauty and make-up, ethical fashion and sustainable living - the perfect mix.Thank you for your great videos.

[@lambfriez1]

Love this!!! Do these as you discover new goodies!

[@Ashley-fv6jk]

I love everything about you! It is so refreshing to find people with the same beliefs you stand for!

[@Jenapantano]

I've never seen the vegetable bags! So cool!

[@amydorsey3027]

Thank you for this video!! I am making the cruelty free switch (I'm disappointed it has taken me this long to do so) but this video is extremely helpful and inspiring because I didn't realize how many things are tested on animals! You always hear about makeup and things but I started looking around my house at simple items such a cotton rounds and realize I have to find a new brand or solution. And you are so adorable! I just subscribed the other week and you are a new favorite ❤️ thank you for what you do!

[@Sophmorical]

Watched this out while drinking a coffee with my reusable straw. I keep a stainless steel straw and cutlery set in my bag at all times and I love it.

[@ashleywarner7995]

Love ur shirt, purple is one of my fav colors and it looks so pretty on u! Purple & ur hair color are flattering together. And it shows ur tats nicely. Also, love the bendy straws! I didn't realize I could get them that way!! These r ALL things I've been meaning to buy... I just have been so busy I keep forgetting to figure out a brand and just buy the stuff. So thanks for giving some great options and reminding me! Ur such an awesome person! Just so real and honest, and always trying to be a good person in any way u can but also not judging others who r less aware. U do a great job at sharing ur knowledge and experience without making people uncomfortable or offended! Which is especially hard in the online community! I always relate to or agree with what u say about things. And I love ur tutorials and reviews - it helps me know how to best invest my money and use products properly. I didn't grow up in a family that's into self care type things, like expensive & quality skincare, make-up, clothes, etc. And I love natural & nicer products but don't have much to spend on it, so learning from u is really helpful to know what do invest in, and how to use it! I'm really good at teaching myself most things and love to learn about any form of healthing living, but "girly" type stuff has never come easy for me even though I enjoy certain parts of it. So thanks for all the helpful info and for making me feel more worthy of investing time and money on myself, without feeling guilty that it's "superficial" or "materialistic". Ur just wonderful and beautiful, inside and out! I hope things r going really awesome for u! You deserve so much happiness! I'm so glad I've had time recently to catch up on ur older videos that I hadn't seen. I've been following u for a year or more, but just don't always have time to watch ur videos, let alone older ones. It's been nice to kinda binge on them lately, lol. U got me into Kypris and Osea! Just when I was ready to find some awesome skincare, so thank u! I just made an order from detox market cuz of a free GWP they had. Bcuz of ur reviews on Kypris and Osea, I knew what to get and was able to get a $340 GWP with my $200 purchase! So exciting! Thanks babe! Love u

[@jesa8657]

At my preferred store here they rebate 6 cents per bag! (WinCo in Oregon) I had my mom order stainless steel straws and she loves them - I'm trying to get through all of my current plastic straws then will order some for myself :) I'm slowly switching to reusable as much as I can (as I use up stashes of throw away crap) - I loved the little cotton squares you showed - I'm going to order some of those, or maybe make some! Great video!

[@sarahc8409]

I love your videos Rhian, you've honestly made me a more conscious person about waste and veganism. And you do it all without being condescending, so thank you for that :) I have started taking my own bags to the grocery store, and at first it did feel weird but then I realised that the cashiers don't really care - I'm the only one who is noticing it! I really like the Baggu reusable bags because they fold into little squares so I can take them everywhere

[@rhianhy]

My channel only ever started to document my cruelty free journey (which is a never ending one, seemingly) so i try and only ever show you the options out there; not tell you what you should/ shouldn't do! I love those little baggu ones too, i've seen people with them- can't you get heaps of cute patterns/ colors? x

[@lily121127]

I love the color of your background it's beautiful! I really want to invest in reusable straws and veggie bags

[@sarahmaksud5006]

That color top is so pretty on you 💙

[@mrsallyson85]

I was just rewatching this for some reusable ideas and the Truffle travel bags still have PU versions but they did also make saffiano leather ones. The Clarity Pouches appear to be the PU version and the Clarity Clutch seem to be the leather ones.

[@kristav9283]

love love love, this video, so helpful, any little changes we can all make does a great deal of difference , love those napkins

[@rhianhy]

Absolutely!! x

[@Ca_1021]

I love this video! Everyone should work towards a more sustainable world and these are such easy changes. Xx

[@rhianhy]

So glad you think so Cassidy! x

[@nka30]

Would love to see your travel beauty routine and products for wasting less. Do you wash any of your reusable stuff while travelling or not?

[@nejamarusamedved1193]

I switched to a menstrual cup and reusable menstrual pads, bamboo toothbrush, bamboo coffee cup and reusable produce bags :)

[@lealou1092]

I use Dr. Bronner's soap as hand soap with the Cuisipro Foam Pump which I got on Amazon. You use a bit of soap and fill the rest with water to get a foam hand wash. It's great!

[@codenamehoneytattoos]

Lea Lou Wow, great tip! Thank you!

[@loverslanehawj6244]

Me too regarding Dr Bronner’s soap. I stopped buying hand soap since then.

[@sofia.morenska]

You are gorgeous! That hairstyle suits you so well!

[@rhianhy]

Thank you!!

[@JESxoILOVEYOU]

Love this video! Lots of good ideas. Definitely want to see more home stuff type videos. ❤❤

[@CoutureBlondie]

Honestly this was so useful! Btw I adore your hair like this, looks amazing

[@maribel1]

😘👏👏👏👏 keep these coming, just received my order of a bunch of similar stuff from amazon and am so excited to stop making waste

[@happytrails699]

You are always so gorgeous. I love this background and this was such a great idea for a video.

[@rhianhy]

Thanks Marla! So glad you enjoyed!

[@cecibrazilian]

I love your channel!! Thank you for this video and advocating for reusable options!! You and Christine Kobzeff are my favorite youtubers!!

[@terrianton3564]

Love the face wash tip. I use the reusable grocery but never thought about using them for the mall. Great idea! Love your videos!

[@rhianhy]

I didn't either for a while until i saw other people use them! Thanks for watching Terri! x

[@terrianton3564]

Rhian HY Just an FYI, I'm a Mental Health / Psychiatric Nurse. I'm so happy you talk with your audience about mental health and self care. I can't remember which videos but I'm certain your honesty and openness helps others feel better! Keep up the self care. 😘

[@rhianhy]

Thanks so much Terri, and thank you for doing the work that you do. Mental health professionals are AMAZING and so so important. x

[@paigeharrison7599]

I bought some glass straws for my smoothies. They're great too

[@JuliaCNZ]

Love this Rhian - you have definitely helped me find reusable items.... LOVE using hemp rounds instead of disposable cotton wipes and menstrual cup instead of tampons.... Things I still hate consuming is earplugs (have tried the plastic and wax ones but none are as good as the foam ones which get yuck after a while) and earbuds..... which I use more for makeup than ear-cleaning... and yes TOILET PAPER but I aint keen on washing reusable butt wipes LOL save that for if I have kids - will be using cloth nappys as much as poss.

[@d2mfc]

Not a lot of people know that if you bring your bags to Target, and I think Whole Foods, you get a few cents off. I know it might seem pointless, but 5 cents can add up over a year.

[@codenamehoneytattoos]

Diana C Do they do this at every Target?

[@roxyc.8129]

I think it's 10 cents/bag at my Target. In the self checkout, it asks you "do you have bags" & "how many" before you start.

[@nikkihitchcock7020]

Your hair looks great in this! Awesome video! Very informative! Great job!

[@rhianhy]

Aw thanks Nikki, so glad you enjoyed. Thanks for watching! x

[@keiragloor374]

Love the background color!

[@rhianhy]

Thanks Keira! Now i have a pulley system i can switch them out easily!

[@Alma-zh2ed]

You look gorgeous in this video!! Your top is amazing, and I love the way you styled your hair

[@rhianhy]

Aw thanks Alma! x

[@ohbettie]

I get so happy when you upload! :)

[@kirstynr45]

Thanks for sharing! Awesome options. Deff gonna look into these. If you make any other switches or have any new items to share, please make another video like this! I'm slowly making the switch to more environmentally friendly items and this video helped out a lot! 💛

[@alexisbader5189]

Just found your channel an hour ago and having fun watching your videos.

[@rhianhy]

So glad you found me Alexis! x

[@SXI96]

Blue is my favorite, looks gorgeous on you :)

[@elizabethblanford8569]

Omg what are you wearing on your lips! You look amazing!

[@catbabetamayo]

Rhian would you list what's on your nails? Your nail color always looks beautiful.

[@priscilanosoma]

I already replaced most of the dischargeable items. I have the straw, a silicone foldable cup, my menstrual cup and cloths, housewares, shopping bags. The only thing that I know I can't replace is the vegetable bags. Here in Brazil you have to weight them in closed plastic bags, obligatory. If your bag is open, the person that weights them close it for you, and you can't bring your own. At least at big supermarkets, in fairs or small ones I think it would be possible. Thank you for the tips. I personally loved the beauty related ones. Gotta get me some of those makeup erasers.

[@rhianhy]

Thats so interesting, i'm sure they do that for a reason but perhaps it will change in future? xo

[@kateliness2]

Wow you look even more gorgeous than usual in this video! I love your makeup! What lip color are you wearing?

[@mcassidy429]

Reusable produce bags have been life changing! Also a reusable to go container for restaurants. I just keep one in my car and take it in with me whenever we go out to eat, it's the best not having to use godforsaken styrofoam haha

[@itsorange6879]

you. look. adorable. You never wear your hair up and it looks great. Also thanks for this video because i was thinking you were moving toward a more zer0 waste lifestyle just off of the purchases you'd been making. I trust you and Green Beauty Junkie to guide me toward more eco/ethical choices. I myself am a big reuser and have considered moving toward the zero waste life. This video is going to get a lot of people changing some bad habits i think. If you have anymore ideas keep em coming, i love this stuff!!!

[@rhianhy]

Zero waste is not a lifestyle I'm moving towards, just trying to make better choices! 🙂

[@katherinejmark]

Have you ever used soap nuts for laundry? I wanna give them a try but I wanna make sure they work before I purchase them and possibly waste them

[@grungeandglitter281]

I love these types of videos!!

[@cmabel14]

I got the straws and love them

[@jessc3253]

You should get a wt bag for your reusable stuff for when you're traveling that way it doesn't matter if they're still damp or wet

[@rhianhy]

Does it still get all gross and smelly though?

[@Cwtchaholic]

Loved this, thank you! I've just bought bamboo toothbrushes and bamboo loo roll to start switching to everything eco-friendly :)

[@rhianhy]

Oooh lmk how the toilet roll is!

[@BesoBeauty]

A lot of great suggestions here, thank you! I was curious about what I could use instead of cotton rounds and napkins and I think you gave me my answer :P

[@eleo_b]

I have wooden chopsticks that are very nice and easy to eat with. They are not the disposable ones. Maybe not as durable as steel, but I've had mine for years.

[@nicguindon7838]

Love these! And I wanna say that you looked especially beautiful today! 😗

[@rhianhy]

Aw thanks gorgeous Nic! x

[@luluthegrape]

I switched to a bamboo toothbrush! They are compostable!

[@thereal3063]

I love your hair up it really suits you

[@kontsakeisari]

You can get reusable wooden chopsticks too! We've had them for over a decade

[@alphamike5362]

This video has come at such a good time for me, thank you! Very informative as always

[@Allthoselovelythings]

If you live in the UK, B&M sells bamboo face cloths. They're under £1 for 2 and super soft, and you can cut them up into reusable cotton rounds yourself (you can get about 4 per cloth). Just thought I'd share in case you didn't want to order online :)

[@rhianhy]

Awesome!!

[@evrydae]

Cheers to zerowaste options! This was a great video to compliment the morale of your channel. I hope you do more videos on these easy "eco" switches. P.s. have you tried a bamboo toothbrush before?

[@rhianhy]

Thanks so much Dana! I've just now been looking into bamboo options, have you tried one?

[@vduback]

Loved this video! A great reminder of the easy eco swaps available. What do you do with the produce that needs refrigerating? Do you leave them in the cloth bags?

[@rhianhy]

Some things i'll leave in the cloth bags, others we have some nice bowls etc in our fridge/pantry to put it in.

[@mads7248]

TMI, but while we're talking about resuable swaps, I just wanna give a plug for reusable menstrual pads. I've never been comfortable with cups or tampons, so the pads have been so great for me. It's really nice to never have to worry about buying menstrual products every month.

[@rhianhy]

Thats awesome, i've not tried the pads but i do love my menstrual cup! x

[@Detienne1313]

Can you please review the newest Milk foundation, which is supposed to be vegan. I would love to hear your thoughts and opinions, your recommendations are always on point!

[@1princessMonkey]

Fantastic video! I wish more people were like you... I'd love to know what bags you use for your dogs nr 2 when going for walks??

[@rhianhy]

Theres heaps of biodegradable poop bag options on amazon!! x

[@nina.harmony]

Look into stasher bags too!

[@BrujaWednesday]

THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU! These are such great, and helpful tips! Also very grateful that you link everything you mention and that it's in order!! haha ILY

[@95mkf]

hi, really enjoying your channel. could you make a video about buying vegan makeup? like what ingredients to watch out for and which sources you use to check if a product is vegan.

[@Gresaaa]

they charge for plastic bags in the UK now which is a good thing, i now always carry a small tote in my day bag just automatically. or ill take a plastic bag i already have in my kitchen and ill just use those until they break into oblivion. totes are so easy to travel with. honestly like you could probably fit some in your pocket

[@sarahschouveller1993]

Your hair is fantastic like this!

[@rhianhy]

Aw thanks Sarah!! x

[@hannahhasgot]

So so so so helpful, thank you my lil spirit animal!

[@rhianhy]

Happy to help Hannah

[@KIMMYisKOQL]

Did you do something diff with you eye makeup? Giving me MOD vibes it's so pretty!!

[@spacheco92]

Awesome video. Can't wait for the household cleaning products video

[@Itismecece]

Love this look on you Rhian! :)

[@loverslanehawj6244]

Great informations thanks for sharing this video and the links where to get them. Idk if the links are still active its prompting issues with link. I may have to search up directly on esty hopefully it’s similar finds.

[@isabelleboll]

love, love, love this. Thanks for the great tips!

[@jazzbyers1256]

Hey Rhian! I know you didn't mention any documentaries in this video but I'm watching What the Health on Netflix and was wondering if you've seen. Lots of good info. I'm also very disturbed.

[@meggiko]

Jazz Minter if you haven't already also check out "Food Choices" on Netflix. It really made me think about the BS always being sold in "diets" etc. It was very easy for me to make drastic changes in my eating habits after watching that documentary!

[@dianahincu2924]

Such a great and informative video!! Thank you!

[@rhianhy]

Thanks for watching Diana! x

[@bexdarl6576]

Such a great video idea!

[@alexgoodwin9038]

Love it just got a set of the straws x

[@annilar1736]

My husband has middle ear problems so we need to have qtips all the time. Do ya know of an alternative? TIA 😘

[@Thevietvegan]

Love this video! I'm all for more sustainable solutions :D I prefer wooden chopsticks too. You can find reuseable ones though at your nearest Asian market (or online TBH) because I agree, the metal and plastic ones made eating noodles a bit more splashy =P The metal ones are chic, I'll admit, but not worth the hot soup splashing in my eye XD Also my boss is old school and from an English family, and she is obsessed with pressing her linens and your napkins just reminded me of her XD

[@Thevietvegan]

Also hehe 12:43 "doodoo" #imachild

[@paigeturk1555]

Love your eco videos!

[@shody321]

Brilliant video- i so needed this!

[@sadiai7429]

OMG yes thank you for mentioning the first one! i've always used cotton pads and thought they were such a waste! thanks so much defo gonna pick those up!

[@rhianhy]

They're so awesome, i think you're gonna love them!

[@danielalondongirl933]

You cN get ones in other colours other than white which was my reasoning behind getting the organic soft microfibre tie die bright pink and blue reusable rounds. I love them and way easier to clean than white rounds, no messing about with whiteners. Black mascara Less noticeable for sure!!!

[@cadgon7289]

This might be a little awkward but, do you guys also wash up after going to the toilet? In my country, it seems like everyone does. We use soap and a bidet or a dipper ("tabo") with water to clean up, then we wipe ourselves dry with a bath towel or tissue. It decreases consumption of tissue somehow too. I just wondered because I saw an article about it at Facebook and there were a lot of people who were like "hey, that's a good idea" which probably means it is something new or unusual to them. I was unaware that there are people who don't do it since I've always thought that everybody does it. 😄

[@swapacoinforafish]

Cadg Gonzales in the UK we do not have bidets unfortunately! I have only seen them in hotels abroad

[@AminahMosley]

I definitely keep my own reusable grocery bag in my satchel daily...do you have a good swap or reusable nail polish remover suggestion?

[@rhianhy]

I don't currently but i wonder if you could create something similar to the little jars you dip your finger into...