Find sustainable alternatives to the everyday items in your home
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- Vegan Friendly
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Dental Care
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ToothpasteRecommended Alternative Bite Toothpaste BitsBite replaces the standard plastic toothpaste tube with a reusable glass bottle and chewable toothpaste tablets. Refills arrive in a minimal, composable pack every four months. Their toothpaste formula also uses a non-toxic fluoride alternative to help strengthen and whiten teeth. Attributes
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ToothbrushRecommended Alternative Bite Bamboo ToothbrushThe Bite Bamboo Toothbrush has a 100% plant-based bamboo handle that is detachable for easy storage while traveling. The bristles are made from castor beans, and the entire brush is biodegradable at home. Attributes
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Dental FlossRecommended Alternative Eco Roots Zero Waste FlossThis Zero Waste Floss is made from bamboo fibers and coated with activated charcoal, vegan plant wax, and organic oils. It comes in a glass bottle with a metal cap. Attributes
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MouthwashRecommended Alternative by Humankind MouthwashMouthwash tablets from by Humankind are a travel-friendly and zero-waste solution to the standard bottle of mouthwash. Each one comes with a colorful cap / tablet storage container to allow compact storage and ease of use. Attributes
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Beauty & Personal Care
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ShampooRecommended Alternative HiBAR Maintain ShampooThe Shampoo Bar from HiBAR is a thoughtfully-designed and shaped shampoo bar in plastic-free packaging. It is available in a number of shampoo styles for different types of hair. Attributes
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ConditionerRecommended Alternative HiBAR Moisturize ConditionerThe HiBAR Moisturize Conditioner Bar is is a perfect compliment to their Shampoo Bar. Featuring pastic-free packaging and natural ingredients like coconut oil and rice protein, the bar is also available in Volumize and Maintain varieties. Attributes
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DeoderantRecommended Alternative Fat and the Moon Deodorant CreamThe Deodorant Cream from Fat and the Moon ditches the standard plastic tube and opts for a glass jar instead coconut-oil-based cream featuring organic ingredients. Available in 2oz and 6oz sizes. Attributes
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Cotton SwabRecommended Alternative LastObject LastSwabThe LastSwap from LastObject replaces up to 1000 single-use cotton swabs. The swab tips are made from TPE (Thermoplastic Elastomers) and it comes with a compostable package. They can be cleaned easily with water and soap or rubbing alcohol. It's available in Basic and Beauty variants. Attributes
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Cotton PadRecommended Alternative LastObject LastRoundThe LastRound is sustainable replacement for disposable makeup pads and rounds. They're made of a combination of wood and cotton fibers that can be composted in your own backyard. Each pack can last for almost 2000 uses, and comes in a bio-based storage container. Attributes
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Body Wash | ||||||
Body WashRecommended Alternative by Humankind Body Wash BarBody Wash as a bar is not a new concept, but the Body Wash from by Humankind features premium organic ingredients and a carbon-neutral, plastic-free product lifecycle. Attributes
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Hand SoapRecommended Alternative Soapply Liquid Hand WashLiquid Hand Wash from Soapply is a sustainable hand soap alternative that features natural ingredients like aloe and jojoba oil. Its 8oz container is a recycled glass bottle and low-waste refill subscriptions are also available. The hand soap is certified vegan and cruelty-free and is crafted in Middlebury, Vermont. Attributes
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Hand CreamRecommended Alternative Lovette Sundries Hand & Body CreamInstead of a plastic bottle, the Hand & Body Cream from Lovette Sundries comes in a metal tin container that's made in the USA. It's simple ingredients list features beeswax, olive oil, and coconut oil, and (also available in lemongrass and lavender oil scented varieties). Attributes
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Laundry
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Laundry Detergent | ||||||
Laundry DetergentRecommended Alternative Dropps Clean Scent Stain & Odor DetergentDropps Laundry Detergent is a pod-based cleaner optimized to reduce unnecessary waste while still delivering a powerful clean. It's formula is free from artificial dyes and colors, and it's delivered in sustainable, compostable packaging. Attributes
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Fabric SoftenerRecommended Alternative Dropps Clean Scent Fabric SoftenerJust like its Laundry detergent, Dropps Fabric Softener is a concentrated pod of mineral-based ingredients that is available in a number of sustainable scents, with a formula that softens and protects the fibers in your clothing.. Attributes
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Dryer SheetsRecommended Alternative Grove Wool Dryer BallsWool Dryer Balls from Grove are a simple and natural way to improve drying and freshen clothes in the dryer. Each set of three Dryer Balls can be used for a thousand loads of laundry, and provides a fun and sustainable alternative to traditional dryer sheets. Attributes
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BleachRecommended Alternative Dropps Oxi Booster PodsInstead of harsh bleach (NaOCl), Dropps Oxi Booster uses a different oxygen bleaching agent and enzymes to fight stubborn stains. Each pod can tackle a standard load of laundry, and is shipped in compostable packaging. Attributes
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Spot TreatmentRecommended Alternative Well Earth Goods Plastic-Free Laundry Stain RemoverThe Laundry Stain Stick from Well Earth Goods is a plastic-free way to target difficult stains before you put your clothes through the wash. Each bar is able to handle oil, grass, food, drink, and other difficult-to-remove substances. Attributes
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Cleaning
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All-Purpose CleanerRecommended Alternative Force of Nature Starter KitThe cleaning kit from Force of Nature is a truly innovative way to handle multiple cleaning tasks around the home. The idea is based around using pre-measured tablets containing salt and vinegar, water from your home, and a little bit of electricity to create powerful, safe cleaning chemicals. Force of Nature will send you everything you need to get started, and after your initial starter kit, all you need for continuous cleaning is refill packs of capsules, each one lasting up to two weeks. Attributes
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Toilet CleanerRecommended Alternative Seventh Generation Zero Plastic Toilet Bowl Cleaner PowderInstead of a liquid or gen, Seventh Generation Zero Plastic Toilet Bowl Cleaner Powder is formulated with zero-water technology to reduce waste, while still delivering a tough clean. Their cleaning powder is clorine bleach-free, and EPA certified as a Safer Choice. It's cleaning power is activated by contact with water. Attributes
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Air FreshenerRecommended Alternative Moso 200G Air-Freshening BagThe Moso Air-Freshening Bag can purify and freshen up to 90sqft of air. Each bag can last of to two years. All you have to do to rejuvenate the bag is place it in the sun for an hour each months, and after two years, simply cut open the charcoal bag and sprinkle the ingredients into your garden. Attributes
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Floor Cleaning Spray | ||||||
Floor Cleaning SprayRecommended Alternative Force of Nature Starter KitThe cleaning kit from Force of Nature is a truly innovative way to handle multiple cleaning tasks around the home. The idea is based around using pre-measured tablets containing salt and vinegar, water from your home, and a little bit of electricity to create powerful, safe cleaning chemicals. Force of Nature will send you everything you need to get started, and after your initial starter kit, all you need for continuous cleaning is refill packs of capsules, each one lasting up to two weeks. Attributes
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Carpet Cleaning SprayRecommended Alternative Earthy Ediths Natural Carpet Cleaning PowderFinding a sustainable carpet cleaner is difficult, but Earthy Edith's have a formula that is up to the task. Designed to eliminate strong odors and grime from carpets, this natural cleaning powder is effective using simple ingredients like baking soda and essential oils Attributes
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Dishwashing
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Dish SoapRecommended Alternative etee Dish Soap ConcentrateThe Dish Soap Concentrate from etee (as part of their Dish Cleaning Essentials) is an innovative and plastic-free way to manage cleaning dishes by hand. Each tube of dish soap concentrate is made from 100% plant-based ingredients, and free from common harsh chemicals, and the tube can be composted in your backyard. Attributes
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Dishwasher DetergentRecommended Alternative Dropps Dishwasher Detergent PodsThe highly-rated dishwasher detergent pods from Dropps are similar to their other pod-based solutions for cleaning, but with a sustainable and mineral-based solution for cleaning dishes. Each pod can handle an entire cycle of dishes, and is available in Unscented and Lemon scents. Attributes
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Dishwasher Rinse AidRecommended Alternative Ecover Rinse AidIf you need a little extra rinsing power and sparkle on your dishes and glassware, look no further than Ecover Rinse Aid. This natural formula uses plant-based ingredients to deliver a spot and film-free rinse in a sustainable package. Attributes
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Cleaning SpongeRecommended Alternative Marley's Monsters Washable SpongeThe reusable, washable sponge from Marley's Monsters is colorful, sustainable way to reduce waste and ensure clean dishes when washing by hand. Each sponge is filled with hypoallergenic, mildew-resistant foam that's made from recycled materials, and is can be machine-washed easily for reuse. Attributes
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PPE
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Hand Sanitizer | ||||||
Hand SanitizerRecommended Alternative by Humankind Hand SanitizerHand sanitizer is a modern necessity, and sustainable options can often be hard to find. Each bottle of hand sanitizer from by Humankind comes in a pocket-sized aluminum bottle, with a 65% alcohol formula that meets CDC recommendations, while still being hydrating and gentle on your hands. The set of three bottles comes with a transferable pump cap for ease of use. Attributes
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Protective MaskRecommended Alternative 4Ocean Reusable Face Mask4Ocean is a company dedicated to reducing the waste that ends up in oceans, which is why they decided to design a reusable face mask. Each mask is made with 100% GOTS-certified organic cotton, and every purchase funds removing one pound of trash from the ocean. Attributes
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- Vegan Friendly
- No Harsh Chemicals
- Sustainable Packaging
- Subscription Available