No effort is too small when it comes to contributing to the preservation and healing of the environment. You may think changing your personal habits won’t make much of a difference, but you may want to ponder on that again. You’ll be surprised to realize it’s not that difficult to make an impact, starting from the things you use and consume every day, such as self-care products. Simply switching to eco-friendly self-care products is already a big step in helping reduce your carbon footprint. (1)

Thankfully, brands are becoming more and more conscious of how they produce, pack, and market their goods. You now have plenty of options as you shift to sustainability gear—whether for hygiene, cosmetics, or other personal care items you can’t live without. If you’re ready to make the jump, here are a few tips you may find helpful.

Simply switching to sustainable and natural self-care products every day is a big step in helping reduce your carbon footprint.

Go organic

Clean beauty is becoming more and more streamlined today, thanks to the mindfulness of consumers and businesses. Nontoxic products aren’t just good for your health and wellness. Using them is also one way you can help prevent further damage to the environment. So before purchasing any product, take the time to read the label to know what kind of item you’re about to bring home. (2)

With organic self-care products, you can be sure the brand has complied with the manufacturing and handling specifications required by the government. Plant-based ingredients are used to create such products, and while they may be a bit costlier, sustainable goods are always worth the price. Natural deodorants, for instance, are certified organic and are suitable for any gender and even the younger ones. You can also opt for organic toothpaste, natural shampoo, and other eco-friendly products for skincare or hygiene. (2)

Make your own self-care products

Nothing beats the goodness of homemade items, which is true also for self-care products. If you’re settled on making the transition to environmental-friendly practices, you can learn how to create your own goodies for self-care. For example, you can make your own shampoo using ingredients readily available in your kitchen. (3)

Making your own recipes is cheaper and more natural, and it can help you achieve better results. For instance, an apple cider vinegar shampoo recipe can make your hair shinier and healthier. There are also conditioner recipes made from natural ingredients, such as olive oil, avocados, egg yolk, and mayonnaise, which you can try. You can find most of these ingredients at home, which means you won’t need to spend anything when making these recipes. (4)

Refill when possible

Plastic bottles and containers make up for quite a considerable deal of waste, which consumers in all parts of the world accumulate. Indeed, it may be challenging to completely let go of plastic items, but that doesn’t mean you can no longer opt to be eco-friendly. What you can do is to buy refillable products so you won’t need to dispose of containers after you’ve used up all the content. Doing this can already do so much in terms of reducing household waste. (3) (5)

Any liquid items can be refillable—shampoo, conditioner, liquid soap, body wash, moisturizer, or body lotion. You just need to ask around if there’s a store in your area that offers such a service. You can also check the internet for information. Some social media communities can point you in the right direction if you’re determined to make the sustainable switch. (5)

Think beyond skincare and cosmetics

If you’re already making an effort to stay on the eco-friendly lane, why not go all out and think beyond self-care products? You can find more little but meaningful ways to contribute to sustainability if you turn it into a serious commitment. For example, you can look into some office supplies you use at work and see greener alternatives you can try. (2)

Have you heard of ballpoint pens made from recycled water bottles? These pens would be an excellent replacement for your usual ones. Because they’re recyclable, you won’t have to worry about your used pens ending up in landfills. Another option to consider is reusable notebooks, which you can use again if you wipe them clean with moisture. (2)

You now have plenty of sustainable product options—whether for hygiene, cosmetics, personal care, or other items you use on a daily basis.

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The bottom line

There’s so much you can do if you want to start using eco-friendly self-care products (and even other products). You won’t always need to spend a fortune to make it happen because there are simple but significant ways you can try. The important thing is you’re starting to hear the plea of Mother Earth. The time is right to answer that call and make it your advocacy to opt for sustainable brands and products that can make an impact on the environment.

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