9 Easy Ways to Resist Corporate Consumerism Beyond Shopping Boycotts
Boycotts may impact brands negatively but do not necessarily change consumer behavior. While corporate giants need to be held accountable and policy change is necessary, individual action is also imperative.
Here is a list of ways to be more conscious and avoid buying from big corporations.
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13 Colorful Sustainable Clothing Brands with Fun Prints & Bold Colors
Sometimes there are misconceptions that ethical clothing has to be minimalistic and all about the neutrals. I personally LOVE fun prints and bold colors. They keep my closet exciting! Here are some socially responsible clothing brands that I love because of their bold style and eye-catching looks that keep ethical fashion exciting and unique! Keep your closet conscious & colorful with these fabulous sweatshop free clothing brands!
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5 Supposedly Ethical & Eco Brands Not to Buy From Due to Shady Actions
As someone who has working been in the conscious consumerism space for over nine years, I’m so tired of brands claiming to be ethical and then abandoning these practices. So here is my list where we call them out. And don’t worry I’ve got receipts for their unethical behavior. And I invite you to share your own experiences in the comments.
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Fast Fashion Activewear’s Dirty Secret: The Cost to Our Planet
Activewear is popularly made with synthetic materials like polyester, nylon, acrylic, and spandex. Let's discuss the environmental impacts of this industry and how we can be more mindful when buying new activewear. Learn what materials to look for to make a better choice.
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Why Choosing Organic Meat Matters for More Eco Conscious Cooking
As we become increasingly concerned about the impact meat has on our health, the planet, and the animal it came from, we’re becoming willing to fork out more for organic, responsible cuts. In this guide we’ll explore the impacts of organic meat in health and environmental aspects. Let’s dive in!
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10 Best Eco Activewear Brands Using Natural & Recycled Materials
This guide will discuss fast fashion activewear, sustainable materials to look for, an feature a few eco-friendly and ethical activewear brands to shop.
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10 Better Places to Buy from Instead of Target & Walmart
One of the convenient things about Target is the ability to get so many different types of products at one place. The list of shops below are more socially responsible alternatives that carry a wide range of goods and can hopefully make for a thoughtful and easy swap.
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The Top Eco-friendly Makeup Brushes Made with Sustainable Materials
Good skincare matters, and that includes your makeup brushes. Not only should you be washing them thoroughly and regularly, but you may also want to think about investing in a quality brush that has been ethically made with responsible materials.
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9 Ethical & Sustainable Alternatives to Amazon for Better Buying
While online one stop shops are convenient, affordable, and often risk free with free shipping & returns, it’s important to ask the question: are we choosing the right companies to shop from? In the U.S alone, 55% of online shoppers choose Amazon as their first e-commerce option. Let’s explore Amazon’s eco-friendly initiatives and a few sustainable alternatives conscious consumers are sure to love!
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How to Have a Cozy Sustainable Valentine's Day at Home
Valentine’s day doesn’t have to be a crazy celebration with expensive gifts and going out. Sometimes the most meaningful moments are at home. This blog post features some fun ideas for having an eco-friendly and cozy Valentine’s day celebration in the comfort of your own home.
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Why I Don’t Shop at H&M: Greenwashing, Ethics, & Sustainability
Well if you haven’t heard by now H&M is moving towards sustainability. I’m not writing this to hate on H&M, but to simply explain why I prefer not to shop with them. I’ve procrastinated writing about H&M’s sustainability push for a few reasons.
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My Experience Visiting Deux-Mains Designs Upcycled Shoes & Accessories
As many of you know I am in Haiti through my university's study abroad program. Today we visited the social enterprise of REBUILD Globally, Deux Mains Designs. The work done by Deux Mains Designs is incredible! Deux Mains Design creates shoes and accessories using locally sourced leather and recycled tires.
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6 Best Eco Minimalist Sandal Brands for Spring & Summer
Minimalist shoes are a great investment because they typically feature a neutral tone which allows you to style these shoes through multiple seasons with a wide variety of outfits. This guide features the complete list of brands to explore when looking for your go-to minimalist footwear for the spring and summer.
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The 6 Best Organic Beard Oils for Men
Today we are talking about organic beard oil. What is it? Why should you use it? All of these questions will be answered. I’ll also share a few brands that offer great organic beard oil options for you to consider.
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10 Must Know Tips to Help Make Your Clothes Last Longer
In this blog post we’ll learn some tips and tricks to keep our clothing in top notch condition, so they stay out of the landfill.
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3 Reasons Why Supporting Indigenous Owned Brands Matters
Due to the history & culture of Indigenous people sustainability is often rooted within Indigenous owned businesses, but unfortunately Indigenous owned businesses have struggled to get resources and recognition deserved. Let's explore this.
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The Best Organic Lip Balms Made with Clean Natural Ingredients
This guide will explore the issues with conventional lip balms, feature some cleaner ingredients to look for, and a list of the best organic lip balm brands.
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Toxic or Terrific? What’s in Your Lip Balm?
This blog post will dive into some ingredients to be cautious of when shopping for lip products. Learn how to pick out a cleaner lip balm that will nourish your skin and give smooth results.
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The Best Eyebrow Pencils Made with Organic Ingredients
This guide will address what an eyebrow pencil is, some harmful ingredients to look out for, and some brands using organic ingredients.
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The 5 Best Natural & Organic Concealers for Flawless Skin
If you are making the switch to more natural products in your makeup collection, one of the products you’ll want to take a look at is your concealer. In this post you’ll find some great options for the best natural concealers. First let’s breakdown what concealer is and what to watch out for when shopping for your next favorite organic makeup product.
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