Feature Photo Credit: mali maeder Did you know that UK households throw away nearly 100 billion pieces of plastic packaging each year, with only 12% recycled domestically? This indicates that …

Feature Photo Credit: Chermiti Mohamed There are two things I’m passionate about, environmental sustainability and personal sustainability. Whether the latter takes shape in the form of buying natural products to …

Feature Photo Credit: cottonbro studio Waste has become a significant global issue. From the environmental impact to resource depletion and health risks, addressing the waste issue requires a collective effort …

Feature Photo by WWF How often have you picked up a coffee while on the move? Whether it’s on your commute to work or during a winter walk in search …

Feature Photo by Felix Mittermeier Another week, another celebration. September has ushered in a season of renewal and growth, filled with celebrations of environmental sustainability. From Zero Waste Week to …

Feature Photo Credit: Fairtrade Fortnight 2024: Be The Change – Fairtrade As the leaves start to change colour, it reminds us that this time of the year doesn’t only signify …

Feature Image Credit: SMART Energy GB In today’s article, I wanted to focus a little more in-depth on how we can all save some money on our energy consumption, whilst …

Every movement requires a moment of celebration to acknowledge its development, accomplishments and future challenges, and the zero-waste movement is no exception. This week, I’m celebrating this year’s Zero Waste …

Feature Photo Credit: The Olive House During a recent holiday in Greece, a visit to The Olive House in Corfu led to an unforgettable olive oil tasting experience and a …

Feature Photo Credit: Tree of Life Seeds By now, you might have come across mentions of CBD, particularly if you are dealing with a chronic condition such as pain or …

Feature photo by On July 28th every year, we celebrate World Nature Conservation Day, a National Day highlighting the significance of preserving our natural environment and resources. The reality is …

Feature Photo by energepic.com I talk about sustainability a lot, from the food you eat to the face creams you use; from the water bottles you drink from, to the …

We’re taught about dental and oral health from a very young age and for most of us, we can go through life without even questioning if we’re doing it right …

Reform Studio Bag – Feature Photo Credit: Suzi Potts Today, plastic is pervasive in our lives, found in everything, Due to its convenience, plastic is used for almost everything, from …

Feature Photo by Andrea Piacquadio I talk a lot about sustainability, but what does this really mean? If we look up the term in the dictionary, we’ll find that “sustainability …

Feature Photo by La Pochette I’ve talked a lot about green gifting in the past six months. From Christmas gifts to Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Day, I really love the …

Feature Photo by Photo by Darina Belonogova at Pexels If you’ve followed my blog for a bit of time, you’ll know I talk a LOT about sustainability. But what does …

Feature Photo by Anna Tarazevich In today’s fast-paced world, where convenience often overshadows consideration for the environment, making ecologically responsible purchasing decisions is more critical than ever. Eco-friendly shopping is …

Feature Photo Credit: stylerave.com It’s May 5th and it’s time to come together and celebrate in honour of African World Heritage Day. Established by UNESCO in 2015, today marks the …

Feature Photo by Sam Lion at Pexels  As sustainability keeps playing an increasingly crucial role in our daily lives, it comes as no surprise that it’s gaining significant attention in …

The most British day of the year is just around the corner: I hope you’ve heard of National Tea Day! Did you know that tea has been the drink of …

Feature Photo by: Ketut Subiyanto Ahh, the ritual of spring cleaning! If you’ve been itching to give your home a thorough scrub as the weather warms up and flowers bloom, …

Feature Photo Credit: Seeded Handmade Mother’s Day Card by earthbits.com As International Women’s Day approaches on March 8th and Mother’s Day follows shortly after on Sunday, March 10th, it’s a …

The first time I embarked on the daunting task of conducting the Big Plastic Count was when I returned from Vietnam and stayed with my parents. The results were staggering, …

Feature Photo by The Recycled Candle Company Over the past few months, I’ve reflected much about my weekly routine and tried to embrace as many new healthy habits as possible. …

Feature Photo by Cottonbro Studio After delving into brands providing ethical and sustainable clothing for children last month, I couldn’t help but ponder the significance of extending sustainability to kids’ …

Feature Photo Credit: Arteum.ro  As the month of February begins, the air becomes infused with an undeniable sense of romance and anticipation. Valentine’s Day, celebrated by couples worldwide, has evolved …

In the quiet corners of corporate offices, amidst the hustle of deadlines and the buzz of coffee machines, there are stories that often go unnoticed – personal narratives that unfold …

Feature Photo Credit: Caitlin Bensel on Pinterest Today I wanted to talk about vinegar, as a recent red wine spill on an almost brand-new carpet over Christmas reminded me why …

The holiday season is the perfect time to reflect on how we can better care for our planet. Sustainability should be a top priority, even during the festive period. In …

Feature Photo by Photo by Ylanite Koppens If like me, you have been too busy to go Christmas shopping or are overwhelmed with the idea of excessive consumerism at this …

Feature Photo by Tomaz Barcellos In the fast-paced world of beauty and self-care, it’s easy to get lost in the whirlwind of hair trends that sweep through social media platforms …

Feature Photo by cottonbro studio Every year, the sequin trend takes over the fashion world; this year is no exception. A simple Google search for “sequin” will provide you with …

Feature Photo by Ivan Samkov As the holiday season approaches, businesses are gearing up for the biggest shopping event of the year: Black Friday. This year, it’s happening on November …

September marks National Organic Month, an entire month dedicated to celebrating the organic way of life. Why? This month-long campaign serves as a yearly reminder for all of us to …

Feature Photo from Photo by Shiny Diamond at Pexels.com Over the past few years, I have become increasingly fascinated with the concept of clean beauty. As I learned more about …

Feature Photo by cottonbro studio Today I wanted to talk about sustainable bedding: I’ve talked about how the world is facing a multitude of environmental crises, from pollution to deforestation, …

Having recently done quite a bit of research about the importance of protecting our precious coral reefs from the effects of conventional chemical sunscreens, I have been trying out some …

I’ve recently switched to a more sustainable toilet paper after having done a bit of background research (ok – pun intended), and really love one brand in particular “Who Gives …

Feature Photo by Francesco Ungaro at Pexels.com Corals are present in every ocean, from tropical seas to freezing waters, however, coral reefs only construct in warm, shallow seas located in the …

Let’s face it, menopause, and its symptoms, have definitely been a hush-hush conversation within our society for decades, with rhetoric like; ‘that’s not something we discuss’ or ‘Shhh, we don’t …

Feature Photo by Sora Shimazaki from Pexels.com Did you know that 2.7 million sharks are captured and killed annually for their livers? The primary reason behind this inhumane practice is …

Feature Photo by Akil Mazumder from Pexels.com Earth Day is an international day devoted to our planet that aims at drawing attention to environmental issues and promoting conservation and sustainability. …

The Hungarian designer Laura Zabo founded her accessories brand because of her desire to create unique, striking accessories that both reflect the urban individual as well as do good for …

March means #BCorpMonth, but what is a B Corp and why are they becoming increasingly common? More businesses today are becoming B Corps and are going through the B Corp …

Nail polish is notoriously packed with nasty chemicals, such as vaporous solvents, endocrine disruptors and carcinogens, so you can imagine how delighted I was to hear about Manucurist, a clean …

I recently went to a local Winter Market at Craft Central in E14, where I met SUK Han Lee, founder of SUK, a Wellness skincare brand using organic + 100% …

After spending over a year living with my parents in Devon and helping them move home, I returned to London early this year to start teaching again at a college …

Feature Photo by Markus Spiske on Unsplash By now, it’s likely you’ve heard of COP 26 – it’s been on the news in the run-up, and since it opened on …

Feature Photo by Mika Baumeister on Unsplash The Great Big Green Week is the place to go to learn more about climate change and what you can do as individuals …

I started using Coconut Matter deodorant over a year ago now and I love their products, so I was super excited when Diane, the founder of Coconut Matter introduced an …

When choosing a natural deodorant look for natural ingredients with disinfectant or antibacterial properties, such as coconut oil, tea tree oil and clove oil, as well as essential oils like …

My interest in going deodorant-free really started when a friend told me he didn’t use deodorant or antiperspirant and his natural pheromones made him irresistible to women……well, I wasn’t that …

Feature Photo by Antonio Gabola on Unsplash So far, this summer has been nothing but a damp squib and occasional rainbows, but rest assured summer is on its way. Once it’s …

 Feature Photo by Markus Spiske on Unsplash Waste is a Recent Problem Before the 1950s products were typically made to be high quality and reusable, and refill models such as …

Feature Photo by Christin Hume on Unsplash Having read through some really interesting articles on the KHUS + KHUS Blog I realised that our skin has an amazing way of telling us what’s …

Feature Photo by Brian Yurasits on Unsplash The Ocean Bottle company was described by The Guardian as “Hydration with a Heart” because their Ocean Bottle is not only the ultimate …

Feature Photo by Elena Mozhvilo on Unsplash Earth Day is an annual event on April 22 to demonstrate support for environmental protection. First held on April 22, 1970, it now includes a …

Our skin absorbs A LOT of what’s put on it, so if I’m going to slather 90% of my body with a body butter, I want to know I’m using …

**This post contains affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links. As part of my sustainable journey, I have been trying …

The huge rise in environmental-consciousness over the last decade has come at a cost, namely the increase in greenwashing, sometimes also referred to as “green sheen”.  If you’re sick of …

Feature Photo: Tobia Zambotti’s “Couch-19”, a direct reference to Covid-19, is made of more than 10,000 single-use face masks. Re-Worked / Re-Made / Re-Purposed / Re-Paired / Re-Cycled / Re-Claimed …

Feature Photo by Ella Olsson from Pexels During the Covid crisis, panic buying in some countries resulted in supermarket shortages and empty shelves, leading some people to begin thinking about …

Feature Photo by Kelvin Octa from Pexels Mother’s Day is a celebration honoring the mother of the family, as well as motherhood, maternal bonds, and the influence of mothers in society. It …

International Women’s Day is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating women’s equality. #ChooseToChallenge …

Feature Photo by Michael Hodgins from Pexels. I recently signed the “Save Bees From Killer Pesticides” Greenpeace petition and am urging everyone to sign it too! Save Bees From Killer Pesticides Greenpeace …

Feature Photo by Zachary Debottis from Pexels We’ve been told that exercise is good for our mental health, especially during lockdown. Exercising outdoors helps to reduce anxiety and depression, and …

Feature Photo by Cottonbro from Pexels Love really is in the air this time of year — especially for online retailers who are looking to boost their profits. I sound …

Feature Photo by Flora Westbrook from Pexels I’ve been colouring my hair since I was a teenager and when I started this website, a friend asked me if I was …

Feature photo by Anna Shvets from Pexels What are Nanoplastics? Nanoplastics are microscopic particles, which are constructed at a molecular level, using nanotechnology. To try to understand just how small they are, imagine …

Globally, we are producing a colossal 1.3 billion tons of waste annually that goes into landfill; this is projected to increase to 2.2 billion tons by 2025 and as a result, it poses …

In order to reduce my contact with plastic, I have been researching products made locally of bamboo, as an alternative to plastic, but why bamboo? My journey towards a more …

Today, we’re more aware than ever about how important it is to look after our skin, but if you’ve ever looked closely at the labels on your cosmetics and beauty …