30 Eco-Friendly Products to Help You Live Sustainably Every Day

2022-04-21 07:08:41 By : Ms. Vicky Zhang

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These picks can help you lessen your impact on the environment.

With Earth Day right around the corner—mark your calendars for April 22—there is no better time to start adding more sustainable practices into your everyday life. Aside from the basic habit of recycling your household trash, there are lots of different products that can help you become more eco-savvy and more sustainable at home and beyond.

You know our favorite sustainable fashion brands, but now we're looking beyond that to everyday products. From sustainable dining accessories, including practical reusable straws made from 100 percent stainless steel or dinner plates that are BPA- and phthalate-free, to the coziest blankets made of 100 percent post-consumer recycled materials, there are plenty of sustainable options to choose from that can elevate your home and improve your everyday routine. The sustainable impact doesn't stop there: Most of these brands even participate in partnerships that support the environment or implement "give back" programs as part of their corporate social responsibility initiatives.

If you are still unconvinced, here are a few more points to consider:

If you’re not already a part of this number but want to help save our environment and protect our planet, check out these 30 different brands that put sustainability first!

With a variety of sweet pastel colors to choose from, this best-selling pan from Our Place is what you need to bring your kitchen to the next level, replacing up to eight pieces of cookware. Using non-toxic and nonstick ceramic coating with a stainless-steel steamer basket, the lightweight design will make using this product a breeze. Add this to your home not only because it’s eco-friendly, but also because it’s ultra-efficient—it was designed to replace eight traditional pieces of cookware.

Reusable straws have been growing in popularity, with many coffee shops making this the new norm. It’s time for us to bring this step to our households as well. Made from 18/8 stainless steel and dishwasher safe, this straw is a perfect alternative to your regular single-use plastic straws. Whether you’re a coffee addict or a cocktail hour fanatic, these straws are easy to carry around wherever you go so you can be sure to always be ready for an impromptu beverage break.

Instead of continuously buying plastic wrap to keep leftover fruit or cheese fresh, opt for these reusable food wraps from Bee's Wrap. They are made with organic cotton, beeswax, and jojoba oil to perfectly store your food items in the fridge. Bee's Wrap products give you the chance to be more eco-friendly in an easy way: You only need to wash the wraps with cold water and then air-dry them before being able to use them again and again!

This silicone reusable container set helps you organize your foods without wasting plastic every time. Just one zip-top bag can replace “up to 5,000 disposable plastic bags” and allows you to store anything and everything. Offered in three different shapes and sizes, purchase the ones that best suit your kitchen needs and do your part in reducing waste.

This high-quality dinner plate is a great addition to your cutlery collection. Made from bamboo powder and cornstarch, its unique ethnic design will make any dinner setting stand out. Invest in it for both its beauty and sustainability, as it’s BPA- and phthalate-free!

This biodegradable toilet paper is the best option in the realm of sustainability, because of its contributions to the environment while maintaining its smooth feel. Reel's mission is to encourage people to shop sustainably and greatly reduce the number of trees that get cut down every day to make regular toilet paper. Add this compact zero plastic packaging toilet paper to your bathroom and you won’t even notice a difference.

If you’re looking into making a switch to more green shopping or if you’re just tired of having to carry around a large bottle of liquid detergent, pick up these Kind Laundry detergent sheets. This genius product is Climate Pledge Friendly, and each sheet is free from parabens, phosphates, bleach, due, and plastic, to name just a few. If you're looking to reduce your reliance on single-use plastics, you're in luck: The Kind Laundry packaging is made from natural materials, so it's recyclable and septic safe. These sheets are also a great choice for sensitive skin.

Is there anything better than soft and plush bath towels to wrap yourself up in and keep warm after a relaxing shower? Enjoy an at-home spa day with this specific towel set from Cozy Earth, which is made of 40 percent viscose bamboo and 60 percent cotton. Renew or restock your worn-out towel collection with this eco-friendly set that won’t pill easily.

If you’re moving homes or just in the mood for some spring redecorating, it’s time to invest in sustainable furniture! Elevate your living room with Sabai's essential chair, which is free from toxic flame retardants. Woman-owned brand Sabai uses sustainably sourced wood and recycled fabrics to create this ample-sized chair made for you to curl up in.

These super-absorbent reusable paper towels are the new practical way to save paper and the environment, one small step at a time. From cleaning a messy kid’s playroom to a dirty kitchen counter, these multipurpose towels will save you from buying an endless number of traditional paper towel rolls throughout the year. On top of being biodegradable and even packaged with zero waste, Homeostasis Living partnered with One Tree Planted to plant one tree for every product sold!

This sleekly designed all-purpose cleaning spray bottle is a revolutionary way to clean household surfaces. Instead of refilling with liquid and repurchasing bottles every time, it offers tablets to refill your bottles and significantly save plastic in a simple way. So far, the brand has already helped eliminate over 1 billion single-use plastic bottles. Make the switch to eco-friendly cleaning tabs today!

A perfect opportunity to shop sustainably includes gift giving! These delicate vases are perfect to grow dainty flowers in your own home, or pick up a vase to gift them as a housewarming present to a good friend. To give these an even more special touch, each vase is handmade from 100 percent recycled glass in Poland.

Becoming more eco-conscious doesn’t have to be a big production. It can start with the smallest things, like your haircare routine. These wooden hairbrushes by Blushmarks are made for all different hair types, all while steering clear from potentially harmful plastic or chemicals. Both durable and massaging, they’re a good investment to keep your hair happy and healthy.

As electric toothbrushes are more and more popular, take it one step further by picking up this bamboo toothbrush, which has replaceable bamboo brush heads that are made of 100 percent biodegradable and compostable natural bamboo. They feature a variety of different cleaning settings as well as three brush heads. This set touches on every aspect of tooth hygiene you need, all while being eco-friendly.

The quest to help protect the world by becoming more eco-friendly doesn’t stop at humans, our furry friends can participate too! Harry Barker’s mission to continue the brand’s life cycle of giving back helps contribute to the environment. As it uses materials that have been given a second chance, it also sends them to homes of pets who have been given a second chance. Make your dog happy by gifting them this rainbow-shaped toy made with recycled plastic bottles.

These durable woven placemats by Chilewich can withstand any dirty food stains while adding a nice touch to the table decor. Entirely handmade and Greenguard gold certified, this product has been screened for over 10 000 chemicals and VOCs to ensure it’s safe for both your home environment and the world.

This ocean-inspired and Mother Earth–approved throw blanket will make you feel as relaxed and free as the waves of the sea. The lightweight and super-comfortable blanket is made from 100 percent organic cotton that is grown in India and woven in Portugal. Coyuchi delivers the blanket in a reusable, organic cloth bag rather than plastic packaging. And the blanket is GOTS-certified organic, which means this product and the production process has passed strict material regulations, along with environmental management and wastewater treatment regulations as well.

A pack of six wool dryer balls is a great replacement for your average fabric softener made with chemical ingredients. With 100 percent natural and premium wool from New Zealand, these balls aren’t just practical to get your clothes moving in the drying cycle, but they also reduce the drying time up to 25 percent!

Unlike regular sponges, these Sweden-made cleaning clothes are made from plant fibers and can be easily placed in the dishwasher or washing machine to feel brand new—lowering the number of times you need to go out and purchase another one. A mix between sponges and paper towels, these all-natural cloths save the amount of plastic and paper you’d normally waste.

Great Jones is offering an essential for any baking lover. This nonstick and nontoxic loaf pan will help you achieve the most delicious loaf of bread or small cake thanks to its corrugated bottom design and healthy materials. Both oven-safe and dishwasher-friendly, this sustainably made pan will surely not disappoint once you taste your dessert.

Connect with nature on your journey to becoming more eco-friendly with this puffy blanket perfect for outdoor activities like summer campfires and festivals. Made with 100 percent post-consumer recycled materials, this weather-resistant and lightweight product recycle 60 plastic bottles per personal-sized blanket. Get yours now to wrap yourself in and cozy up.

Give a country touch to your home with this beautiful and elegant pitcher made from 100 percent recycled glass and all-natural palm leaves. The purchase of these Obakki products, from the Sierra de Guerrero region in Mexico, helps give opportunities to the indigenous artisans in the region who hand-weave each pitcher.

These limited edition napkins are handmade in Los Angeles using 100 percent reclaimed fabric. Designed with chic classy stripes, they’ll make any meal look like you’re summering in the South of France. The plus: Their sustainably recycled fabric means the napkins delivered to you will be unique to only you, as no linen will be the same as the next!

These personalized welcome mats are great to show your guests what you stand for every day. Be eco-friendly by simply investing in a creative and colorful addition delivered right to your front door, (literally!). These handmade lobster rope rugs are coming to you from Maine, ready to brighten any doorway in a sustainable way.

Reusable produce bags are a great way to take care of the environment while efficiently getting your errands done. Take it to the grocery store and you won’t ever have to worry about plastic bags breaking from heavy items. These naturally made bags using a high-quality mesh with cotton fabric hems have already helped over 40,000 customers to become plastic-free. Keep in mind that Naturally Sensible commits to planting a tree with every purchase!

Built to last, this handwoven basket is a gorgeous addition to any indoor or outdoor space. This woman-owned business in South Africa makes items that are each unique in their own way, while also using eco-friendly materials. The strips that give it its shape are made from recycled PVC water pipes, picked up from landfills and construction sites.

Buzzee offers another all-natural choice of reusable food wraps that’ll help you turn your kitchen into an eco-friendly environment. Made with hints of coconut oil, lemon and lemongrass essential oils, these bright and colorfully designed wraps come in sets of four and a variety of sizes for all your storing needs.

This ceramics set is practical for all your serving needs, from sauces to spices. Carefully made with locally sourced materials and recycled clay in Portugal, the various range of bowl sizes make it suitable for everyone. They’re made with recycled materials, so you can be sure no two will be identical and that your set is unique to you. It’s an eco-friendly must in your kitchen!

A beautiful centerpiece, this one made out of mango wood, is a key to lightening up any room. This bowl adds a rustic decorative staple wherever it’s placed. Add some seasonal fruits to it and you have Mother Nature’s ideal home decor combination!

Virginia Kraft designed these elegant pillows to emulate flat-woven Turkish kilim rugs. They are as eco-friendly as you can get, as they use 100 percent linen in the front derived from flax, which is highly sustainable.