Posts in Conscious Living
I Tried HelloFresh for a Month: Is It Worth It? An Honest Review

I tried HelloFresh for three weeks and thought I’d share my honest opinions. I’m someone who loves to cook. I sincerely enjoy going to the store or local farmers market and picking out ingredients, so I wasn’t really sure how I would feel about this meal kit service, but I ended up sincerely liking HelloFresh. HelloFresh allowed me to experience the joy of cooking, but also cook dinner quickly. Let’s explore how HelloFresh works, the menu, the sustainability of this meal kit delivery service, and enjoy a promo code of $100 off.

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5 Eco-friendly Non-Toxic Nail Polish Removers

As we seek healthier and sustainable solutions for all areas of our lives, beauty products have come under closer scrutiny. Friendlier, gentler options, like non-toxic nail polish, are being sought for nails, but we can’t forget about the end process either: the remover. This guide explores the sustainability of nail polish remover and some natural non-toxic alternatives to consider trying.

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What to Do with Unwanted Gifts?

So what now? The holidays are over and you’re starring at the pile of gifts you got, grateful, but unsure of what to do with everything….I know because I’m starring at them thinking how I’m going to fit them back into my suitcase. And especially if your New Years Resolution has anything to do with decluttering…..the holidays might not leave you in a good starting position.

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Where to Order Sustainable Holiday Cards?

Planning to send out a holiday card this season? I encourage you to check out these eco-friendly stationery brands with sustainable holiday cards during this time of the year. Jake & I recently used Paper Culture for our holiday cards and were SO pleased. I have used stationery from all four of these brands and have been so pleased with the quality of cards.

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My Favorite Fair Trade Tony's Chocolonely Chocolate Bar

My friends at Tony's Chocoloney were so kind to send me some of their newly released flavors and a few of their traditional chocolate bars! Tony's Chocoloney crafts sweet, slave-free chocolate bars! Their chocolate bars come in a variety of unique flavors and can be found online or in certain stores. 

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Can Black Friday Shopping Be Ethical?

Being in the ethical and socially responsible consumer business during this time of year is really interesting. You have brands & consumers that boycott the Black Friday, Cyber Monday, all together and you have brands & consumers that are excited about the sales and participate. No matter which side you’re on I respect and see both points of view. However, I thought I’d share my own.

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