For almost seven years, my zero waste skin care routine has been based around using organic cooking oils. My favorite mix is a blend of canola, coconut, and a splash… Read More
Non-Greasy Vegan Hand Cream Recipe (only 4 ingredients)
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♻️ Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
You have probably heard of the three R’s “reduce, reuse, recycle” ♻️. It’s a great memory hook! Schools teach them, and waste management facilities, NGOs, and governmental agencies all over… Read More
How to Be Zero Waste with Your Pet
Joy and I grew up with pets (dogs, cats, birds, hamsters, mice, fish, bunnies, horses and chickens!). They were part of our family and we loved them. So, for the… Read More
How to Make Almond Milk
You might have heard it before: one efficient way to fight climate change is to reduce your consumption of animal products. However, if you have also embarked on the journey… Read More
FAQ: How to Wash your Hair with Rye Flour? #NoPoo
I ditched liquid shampoo more than three years ago. I have tried many things in the meantime, mostly out of curiousity. Solid shampoo, hair soap, liquid Castile soap, bar soap,… Read More
How to Unclog your Drain the Natural Way Without Harsh Chemicals
We rarely have to deal with a clogged sink or shower drain actually! If you ask me, the key is to prevent stuff from going down the drain in the… Read More
How to Wash your Hair without Shampoo: An Overview of Different No-Poo Methods
I quit shampoo more than three years ago. It was supposed to only be a little experiment, because I simply couldn’t imagine how this could even work. Since then I… Read More
All-Natural Face Mask with Bentonite Clay
There are many misconceptions attached to a sustainable or zero waste lifestyle. One being not taking care of yourself, appearance-wise. Another one is that it has to be expensive and… Read More
Zero Waste Stores around the World #4: West Coast Refill, Victoria, BC, Canada
Zero waste bulk or refill stores are still quite small in number, but the movement is gaining momentum! West Coast Refill is one of the wonderful pioneers! It is a… Read More
A World Without Garbage? #FoodForThoughtFriday
In 1966 the Swiss novelist Max Frisch wrote in his literary sketchbook: “Are you sure that you are truly interested in the preservation of humanity, even if you and all your… Read More