These 10 Sustainable Products Are Trending on Pinterest
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Emulate chic Parisian style and do your part for the environment by stocking up on these net bags. They work well for holding produce and other groceries, but you can also use them as an effortless everyday tote bag.
Cities like Seattle and Washington, D.C. have banned plastic straws. And companies like Starbucks and Alaska Airlines have pledged to phase out straws in the coming years. You can lower your usage (or stop it altogether) by purchasing reusable straws, like these bamboo ones that were trending on Pinterest, or metal versions. Some even come with a carrier case, too!
Those cotton balls and rounds can really add up when you're taking off your makeup every day. Now, people are looking into using reusable cotton rounds that can be washed in the laundry. These come with a laundry bag so you can keep them all in one place.
Bringing your own reusable cup can save you some money on your morning coffee at some retailers. This cup is BPA-free and microwave-safe.
These aren't like the No. 2 pencils you used for school—these are made from recycled newspaper and are as smooth and sturdy as classic pencils.
We've already talked about the benefits of the menstrual cup, and it seems like interest is growing even more in the reusable period product. Getting your period can be annoying (with all the symptoms and discomfort), but if you use a menstrual cup, you'll be doing your part to live a more sustainable lifestyle and you'll save yourself some money, too.
Sometimes you can't serve everything on china, especially if you're entertaining a big crowd or serving on the go like at a picnic. Disposable plates that are biodegradable and compostable are your best bet for those moments.
Instead of using the baggies you get at the grocery store for your product, bring these reusable bags that are made from 100% post-consumer recycled water bottles.
This biodegradable brush can clean your dishes and also scrub your veggies. It's made from Zacaton grass root, which naturally grows in Mexico. You can clean it by putting it in boiling water or running it through the dishwasher.
Instead of buying disposable floss dispensers, invest in a refillable container. This one comes with a refill spool, too.
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