I love my steel straws, since the strokes, I require a straw to prevent choking and it is nice to know I am not adding tons of plastic straws to the environment.
Glad I have no monthly periods and went through menopause very early, with no problems whatsover. Also my bones are very healthy now at age 67. Am now trying to go as plastic free as I can. Nice tips.
How is that? Can you tell me how did you care of your joints and bones after the early menopause? I have the same case in my family and she has bad bones, she is suffering with every move
@@anna-uo2ug Regular movement and exercise. Waliking, hiking, swimming. Plus regular Bone Density Tests and taking Bonviva tablets once a month. Always strictly one month apart. Eating whole fresh foods not packaged food like breakfast cereals and processed foods. Just natural good healthy food. But it is easy to live a good healthy life here in Switzerland. Great medical care, freah air and lovely mountains with marked hiking trails plus natural lakes for swimming. Also lovely mineral baths. Good bone health is also partly heredity. Moving ones body and not sitting most of the day and eating healthy are key factors. Easy and simple. All the best.
My no 1 low waste purchase is probably my cavernous waterproof backpack. It's not made of sustainable materials but is incredibly well made and I think it'll have a very long life. I carry more weight on a daily basis than I did when I lived less consciously (glass reusable coffee cup, water bottle, homemade snacks, groceries that have to be carried around multiple shops that stock different packaging-free or more sustainable products - no one stop supermarket shop any more), so I'm glad I decided to buy something large, sturdy and durable.
Love you immy! I agree 100% on the produce bags, I was buying 5-8 oranges every time I went to the store as they are in season now and I love them but they roll all around and the grocery clerks would have to chase them around the belt so I bought a $3.50 organic cotton bag that is grown and made in the USA where I live and it has been so so so useful! I’m lucky enough I can refill shampoo bottles and conditioner bottles as well near me and it is such a luxury! I was using a bar of soap before and I didn’t like how my hair felt afterwards and now i can choose between brands and there’s even some specialty care items available in bulk!
Some of my favourite essentials are items I started to use long before I ever heard of the term "Zero Waste." More than eleven years ago, I started to cloth diaper my oldest, and now I am using those same diapers for my younger child. I really enjoyed using them. A year after I started to cloth diaper, I looked for the equivalent for me: cloth pads. They are not the "organic" kind that they have nowadays, but at the time, this was the best I could find, and I really liked them. A couple of years ago, still before ever hearing of the term "zero waste" I found produce bags for the first time, and thought it was a really great idea, so I started to use them. Add to that glass jars for storing things, and all those are my "favourites." Another thing I enjoy purchasing is unpackaged soap. I just really enjoy their scents, and choosing them based on the smells I like.
If you go to the Keepcup website, you can purchase any replacement part, I replaced my lid ( kept the center thingy) after it started to leak, and now it’s good as new. Really worth it as getting coffee down my tops was getting old. I think it was about £4 p+p.
Love these tips! I’ve been using my Diva Cup for 6 years now, and in the summer I made myself cloth pads (upcycle broken umbrellas to have the leakproof layer!). I do have a keepcup and I agree that it’s not the best choice, I still have a Contigo leakproof travel mug I got years ago and use that more often instead. Produce bags are amazing too. I ordered from a local Etsy and they’re so handy to replace those annoying flimsy bags that you’d never be able to reuse even if you wanted to.
I love your channel and your honest and thoughtful process on what is low-waste. To often we get bombarded with this “buy this new shiny lowwasteecothingymagog” and the impulse is hard to resist because of the endorphine reward that buying gives you. Resisting this instant gratification is what i learned also from Antony at breakthetwitch. He calls it “false first steps”... we all stumble and fall sometimes with that: thank you for being honest about it ànd for not bombarding us with affiliate links that trigger this process even more.
Right? I'm trying to buy reusable stuff but I honestly don't need new stuff most of the time. I never EVER use straws,I just don't like them and I already have a reusable water bottle and coffee cup; they're both made of plastic BUT with proper care I know I'll be able to use them pretty much forever (hopefully)😂🙏
violettiger21 I personally use straws everyday so for me it’s important but I feel like people should stop talking about needing reusable straws for zero waste living.
I've used reusable pads for nearly a year and they are BRILLIANT! Totally love them, never leaked, but do beware of them moving, as then you could have an accident. They're not perfect for everything, in my case cycling (a bit bulky) and exercising in general (they move), made me try the cup. Now I alternate between the two.. super happy, and don't see myself going back
@@Alesanascreamokid Mine don't have the barrier material all the way to the sides, so when it gets "full" and doesn't absorb any more, it will start leaking from the sides. But that starts after using one for several hours. A normal plastic one would become uncomfortable earlier, so if you keep the same phase in changing them as you normally would, there's no problem. Perhaps if your first day is heavier, you would like to use the long ones for that. But I don't think they are bulky at all, perhaps there are differences between brands, and for example, how wide the barrier piece is inside. Mine feel like I'm just wearing a bit more clothes.
Great video! I find your channel very useful, especially since you focus on the low waste aspect of an eco-friendly life(style). This appeals to me as my country doesn't have all the options for zero-waste, i.e. no bulk stores. My best buys are probably the reusable metal straw I purchased for my kids (I don't use them except for a trip to the theatre); reusable cotton make up pads; bee's wax wraps instead of cling-film, and sewing cotton produce bags from old sheets. TheseI use everytime I go food shopping along with totes (and get a llt of odd looks 🤣). I also became very conscious of anything I buy, whether it's made of natural materials or not. Recently we changed out several area rugs and I opted for a wee bit more expensive but wool ones instead. Slowly, I am getting there.
as a curly haired girl myself, i go through a lot of conditioner. online, i found conditioner and shampoo bars that i wanted to try. i just started my job, and my first paycheck should be coming soon. i’m trying to use up all of my bottles first of course
I am making my first steps to the zero waste lifestyle and this video was so useful for me,thank you!!♥️ (ps menstrual cups are one of the best things i have ever bought)
Love seeing what your suggestions are for a zero waste or low waste life. For me I stopped buying all commercial cleaners and now only use baking soda, vinegar and lemon. Traded cling film for bees wax paper. Also, stopped buying commercial deodorants as they typically come in plastic tubes and now use either essential oils, salt stick or ones that are natural ingredients in small glass jars.
Your videos are always so inspiring for me. In the past month or so I’ve watched so many of them and they’ve convinced me to make some life changes. Thank you 💕
I love my glass keep cup! Mine hasn't leaked at all (only had it for couple of months so it might in the future but for now it's great) and I love the personalised colours I picked. I purchased mine so that I could use my metal coffee flask less as I didn't enjoy the metallic taste it gave my coffee. I find myself using my keep cup around the house as it's nice to know I can just stick the lid on and take it with me if I go out. Now I need to make sure I bring it with my everywhere as there have been a few times I have got coffee and had to get a single use cup 🤦🏻♀️
I'm the same with my keep cup! It's very heavy and I don't buy takeaway coffee that often but I've also started using it around the house, especially when I'm working on my laptop in bed - prevents spillage!
My favourite ZeroWaste items are my Breville Blend Active bottle which I use as my reusable water bottle, Flux period knickers, reusable produce bags, jam jars, lemons 🍋 for cleaning, microfiber cloths and a second hand brand new slow cooker
I love reusable produce bags! I was also putting loose produce in my cart, but it is not great when shopping for 5 people. With the bags- no one wants to kill me in the checkout line and I don't have loose produce rolling everywhere.
What brand of shampoo bar do you use? I am currently using a lush one, but since buying it I have learnt that the ingredients in it are not the most eco friendly so I'm looking for an alternative the next time I need some shampoo! :) Thanks for the great video!!
I've been shopping for a travel mug and water bottle i never thought to ask my mom if dhe has a spare i could use this was really helpful I'm so glad i saw this!
Proud that I already have and use all these things daily/when I'm having my period, but now I'm like okay! Where am I at and what's my next step?! I just found a solid conditioner bar and I haven't used it yet but I'm really hoping I have success with that because that would be huge!
When you see some trash in your bin, or something going out, perhaps you will find your next step. :) Or you could look into doing something new that's good for the environment. Trying new transportation means, volunteering for projects or re-sourcing your electricity.
I just started using Lush's shampoo and conditioner bars and wow. I'll be honest, I was a bit hesitant, but I love other Lush products and these didn't disappoint. I can't believe how well the conditioner bar works for my hair!
@@vjd431 I got the daddy-o bar. It's the purple one that's supposed to decrease the brassyness in blond and grey hair. I don't actually think it does that but I really like its conditioning powers! I'd definitely like to try another bar when I use this one up... especially since I don't have blond hair anymore 😅
I'm so happy with the reusable pads I bought recently : cheaper ones were a nightmare to clean, even if they were made of organic cotton, I had to eventually throw them away because of all the stains -_- I had to clean them very agressively and they rapidly began to feel very uncomfortable... Now I have more expensive ones, but it has been a great buy ! They are very easy to clean, no nasty stains, I can clean them very quickly and gently, they are very comfortable and they dry very well after cleaning too. What helped my choice ? I asked someone who already tried different brands, and got to use them for months to see if they were solid in the long run. Best advice ever. My only regret is that before all this, I had bought a menstrual cup, but it must have been the wrong size : it was always leaking and I even hurt myself one time... and even if you don't use it a lot, it's impossible to donate it, so it was just a waste of money :/ I only earn minimum wage so that was pretty disappointing
Me too I became a fan of my period cup! It's a bit strange at first to come in contact with you periodical blood in this way but for me it's a good way to get to know my body better.
Produce are super easy to make yourself, but there are many other ways too! I’ve used pillow cases and larger fabric scraps to carry fruits and veggies as well :)
Sugaring is a very sustainable option for hair removal, especially if you just make the mixture yourself. But I'd still advise to have a safety razor on hand for the legs, which would take excruciatingly long to sugarwax and for the quick fix for whatever situation necessary.
Great video! My favourite purchases have been my mooncup, washable menstrual pads (I use both), wax food wraps, reusable produce bags, my safety razor (I have a love/hate relationship with it though!), and reusable cotton pads for makeup. As well as discovering my local zero waste shop! :)
Love my stainless steel razor! I was using around 9 diposable razors a month so a great swap. It's a much better shave. Menstrual cups are fantastic too, most UA-cam videos try and put you off using them though.
I completely agree with your list but other things I’ve bought that I use daily are a wooden washing up brush (I use the Redecker one as you can buy replaceable heads), cotton cloth washing up pads instead of sponges. I found these on eBay someone had made them. Rechargeable batteries, a no brainer oh and a stainless steel kitchen compost bin I found on Amazon as we’re now composting kitchen food waste.
My favourites are handkerchiefs, menstrual pads and my sauna brush that I use to scrape off dead skin. Oh wow! So comfy. I visited a friend recently, and was a bit shocked how many cleaning products some people use. I grew up with my mom using just pine soap and dish soap for everything. I never thought that wasn't enough.
Reusable bags (of any kind), shampoo bar, bambú toothbrush, tooth bar, reusable thermic bottle and the menstrual cup. I also love my reusable cup but I don't use it as often as I would like to.
Hey! Love this! Reusable produce bags for the win! Absolutely love them. My keep cup was crazy expensive so you'd best believe I'm using that thing even inside the house lol. Your last video was brilliant because even though I keep thinking I need reusable straws, I don't actually use them! However, it might be a good thing to carry them when I go out because my husband sometimes gets drinks with straws and not all places use paper ones. Going back and forth on it but it seems like a good bet because we do go to the movies quite often.
I made the move to some of these this year too! It would be nice to have more zero waste shops around me as I would definitely do the refills. Great video as always
I totally agree that you can buy some vegetables without a produce bag. I reuse glass bottles for my bulk store cleaning supplies, dishwashing liquid, liquid hand soap, fabric softener and loo cleaner and glass jars for nut butters and other dry goods. I try to buy a lot so that I only have to go about every 5-6 weeks. I am planning on making cloth bags (for all sorts of things) out of an old cotton sheet that is older than I am 😂.
i have one of the $3 reusable hot coffee cups from starbucks and although it is plastic it is harder plastic so it's durable and it never leaks and is dishwasher safe. I love it so much and have been using it every morning for about two years :)
I love my stainless razor! Was tired of paying so much money for plastic razors have had it for over a year and am still working on the pack of blades that came with it!
Great video! The essentials I use that I love are silicone baking mats, wooden dish scrubber, kootsac spice bags, DIY deodorant/toothpaste and a tea ball.
My favourite zero-waste essentials are: menstrual cup, thermo bottle, LastSwab ear bud, fabric bag. I am planning on switching to Wild refillable deodorant soon as well.
Lush is good if you're avoiding packaging, but be aware some (or maybe all) lush shampoo bars have sulfates which can dry your hair. I'd try searching online for more options. I found a bulk store I didn't know about in my town with a beauty that sells bulk bars and liquids soaps.
- reusable water bottle. It has been super helpful even when I was travelling in Asia where you normally dont get clean tab water (filtered water in hostels) - menstrual cup - DIY makeup removal pads in combination with coconut oil
my glass keepcup cup shattered yesterday after I dropped it. i chose to just re-purchase the single part that was broken rather than using the other cups i have in the house (which i’ll be using in the interim) because keepcup are the only brand i’ve found that have the small 8oz size. If i liked drinking larger sizes I would absolutely have just used one someone else wasn’t using like my mum or my boyfriends mum (who immediately messaged me to say i could have one of her many spares)
My reusable cup is also one of my absolute favorites! I use it not only for coffee or tea, but I also use it a lot when going to potlucks (I go to one once a month more or less), and I do not only put beverages, I also put soup or other stuff inside xD... people sometimes think that I'm crazy, but seriously... it is extremely useful and it helps me to reduce tons of waste!
I'm an artist, my zero waste essential is really good storage! I generally have to save and collect materials if I want to avoid buying unsustainable things on amazon. I have boxes for different participative workshops and repeating artworks. Like paper to recycle, feathers, coloured bottle caps for using the precious plastics machines. But I don't have storage space figured out.
Awesome video! I absolutely love my menstrual cup and shampoo bars, I have an Organicup and it fits me perfectly. I'm 14 and have never used a tampon in my life, with my cup hopefully I never have to ;) A local company makes shampoo bars and soap so I get all of my soap from them at the farmer's market!
1: reusable razor, sugar wax at home is also good and can be kept in jars then reheated but downsides are that it can burn and be tricky to use. 2. Reusable coffee cup, I personally drink tea from a 1L glass jar and just refill this twice daily. I use the same jar every day and just rinse/clean it when needed. 3. Paper straws instead of plastic for parties or personal use but aim for bamboo straws and avoid plastic 4. Menstrual cup, personally haven’t used it yet don’t want to invest when I’m not ready but looking to figure out a sustainable alternative to using pads as it makes me feels so guilty. 5. Reusable produce bags; you can make your own if they’re a bit pricey out of linen, cotton or hemp fabric available in fabric stores or online even from old clothes. 6. Shampoo and conditioner bars Güd also available on Etsy from independent sellers 7. Reusable covers instead of plastic wrap
Hi Immy! Firstly, I love your channel and content. It is very inspiring and useful, pluss it's great that you have a grounded approach to it all - if we all try our best we'll accomplish a lot 😊 Q: I was wondering though if you have any tips to LW bike maintenance? A quick search around the internet didn't reveal anything and I noticed you bike a bit. So far my local ZW community is recommending dishwashing soap and old rags (to throw out bc of the oil) for washing and a type of bike oil that is very sparce in use.
Hi!!! curly hair here!! YES!! please update hair routine!! What kind/brand of shampoo have you found best for u? How often do you wash your hair?? so far I just slowly reduced my hair washing to twice a week, with regular shampoo, and it did made my hair less greasy! But I found my curls only look good when I wash them... To style I use olive oil, but it doesn't work as well as the chemical products I used. I tried diy linden seed gel but didn't work... Any tips!!??
What brand shampoo bar??? I'm considering using up my current products and making the switch to a shampoo bar but I have a mix of curly and straight hair lol
Love this video so much as always! I actually really love my KeepCup, I know it's not leak proof but I have the large size and I use it for smoothies and juices on the go too!xx
I’m not the only one who had a leaky keep cup! Haha. The leaky cup drove me insane, I gave it to a friend who didn’t have any cups due to roommate breaking all of his glassware. I personally love my tea steeper I use at work for my afternoon tea and my reusable baking pan liners.
Thanks for another great video. My faves are my bamboo toothbrush for myself and two children. Menstrual cup. Shampoo Bar. Interested to hear people's thoughts on Aluminium foil. It is 100% recyclable. I know to reduce use comes first.... is the only problem with aluminum the costs to the environment with the production (and then the recycling production)?? Immy, do you own a roll of Aluminium foil?
You're so right, i found leaf razor and i want it because its all metal but works like a normal razor. BUT as i watch this i remember i use sugar wax, and my epilator x100 more than razors. So i don't need it
How do you dispose of your razor blades? Where I live the blades aren’t recyclable and I even have to put them in a cardboard box and tape them shut before they’re allowed in the garbage.
Such a humble and lovely woman. It's quite rare that people will admit publicly their errors. But it's important to remember that we are not born learned and life and personal growth is a road mostly made of afterthoughts. Kisses from Italy darling!
I’ve owned my epilady for nearly 20 years- if you start young & use it every 8 weeks, your hair grows back very thin and I only use it every 12 weeks on my legs
I'm really interested in switching to a stainless steel safety razor. I was wondering how you dispose of the blades though and how often you change them? I'm not entirely sure what to do about them because I can't find any information on my area and whether or not they are recyclable or not... I love my Keep Cup and menstrual cup! :)
I've been using a safety razor for a few years now. I bought a "blade bank" but you can also use a can or something. I toss the blades in there (it takes FOREVER to fill up) tape it up real good so nothing can escape and throw it away. Recycling blades can be very dangerous so most companies dont do it. You could always ask a pharmacy or biohazard waste management company near you though~
Great list. I loved my cup but since my latest miscarriage the cup gives me so much anxiety. Its interesting how these things can change. I'm thinking of switching to period underwear. I really like how non confrontational you are with your low waste advice with your awareness of knowledge/experiences you dont know.
Hi! I love your videos, thanks so much! You inspire me :) I'd love to know which brand of shampoo bar you are using, I'm looking for options for myself. Love from Mexico!! 🇲🇽
I don't really get along with my menstrual cup and I don't want to keep buying other ones. Still trying to work this one out. Does the razor also work for sensitive skin? I get irritated quite easily. I really enjoy getting my coffee to stay. Kinda forces you to slow down for a bit.
I have had my Epilator for over 10 years, it takes me 10 mins to epilate my legs once a month....what’s more sustainable than that? Also, I used electricity to watch your video. 🤷🏽♀️
Same. I use an epilator that's what my mom first thought me to do. So i didn't know anything else. I use a razor downstairs and epilator on pits and legs. I must have really dark hairs cause 10 mins is not enough for me cause i always have to look real close so i dont miss a dark hair that's gonna bug me for the rest of the day.
Katlin Meyer try soaking your cup in boiling water! Mine was very stiff and I literally couldn’t walk without feeling irritation, and after soaking/ boiling it a couple of time it became more pliable and I forget I have it in until it’s time to empty it
Hi Katlin, They can be tricky... There's a couple of UA-cam channels that were super helpful for me, particularly "precious stars pads". Another thing which made the whole difference for me (once you have the right cup...), make sure, during insertion, the fold goes to the "back" (so floor or bottom depending on your position). Once I discovered this I stopped leaking...!
For a while a few years ago i was seriously thinking about getting a hysterectomy later on in life. Probably because i've had a very bad experience with PMS and cramps and vomiting and stuff. And at the time i was very antimeds. I refused to take anything other than a a few vitamins and a fever med syrup. And so since i wasn't medicated for the worst of it, i felt that way. Thinking one ill probably adopt if i want children and that if periods are debilitating me what would i be doing for 9 months and the birth i would probably die nit even speaking of the recivery in my muscles down there. So what ever i am now medicated for it and dont think about it anymore.
I was just wondering how i can pack strawberries or blueberries in my cloth bags which propably will stain it permanently? Also i'm not vegan nor vegetarian which i tried it and couldn't handle, how can i pack meat from a near local slaughterhouse and go home with it? I buy this things so often but the packaging is a trouble
If people are in the market for a to go coffee cup, I recommend Klean Kanteen. They’re 1% for the planet and they keep your drinks hot (or cold) for hours
I nearly always reuse glass containers from food (like jam jars or stuff like that). I use them either for storage or as smoothie containers. I make a smoothie and it makes like 3 to 4 portions for the whole week. Why buy expensive ass masion jars if you can just use what you already own. And if you would paint over the lid, noone will ever be able to tell that you use that tomate sauce jar as a smoothie container
Would love to use shampoo bars but have not been able to find any that don't cause matting in my thin straight hair or cause my scalp to itch. Even the ones from Lush don't do anything for my hair. Any suggestions?
Hi here, I was wondering the brand of your razor? I've been wanting to buy one for a year but can't find what I'm looking for. I checked out your bedroom essentials video also but it wasn't named there. Thanks in advance.
Could you do a video about different types of plastics. Which ones are the most harmful (obviously all plastics are harmful) which ones are more likely/less likely to be recycled. I think it would be interesting and educational especially because it's so hard to avoid plastics these days.
YES a menstrual cup and menstrual underwear are essential to me, even if it wasn't for the sustainability i would never go back! Also some other favorites are my contraception method (copper iud, which i know doesn't work for everyone but saves me hundreds of euros and a lot of waste), canvas bags and produce bags, safety razor/just plain shaving less i'm happy with my leg hair lol, my bike and soap nuts for laundry!
I love my steel straws, since the strokes, I require a straw to prevent choking and it is nice to know I am not adding tons of plastic straws to the environment.
Glad I have no monthly periods
and went through menopause
very early, with no problems
whatsover. Also my bones are
very healthy now at age 67. Am
now trying to go as plastic free
as I can. Nice tips.
cute comment ^^
@@Alesanascreamokid Thanks.
Have a good day.
How is that? Can you tell me how did you care of your joints and bones after the early menopause? I have the same case in my family and she has bad bones, she is suffering with every move
@@anna-uo2ug Regular movement and
exercise. Waliking, hiking, swimming. Plus regular Bone
Density Tests and taking Bonviva
tablets once a month. Always
strictly one month apart. Eating
whole fresh foods not packaged
food like breakfast cereals and
processed foods. Just natural
good healthy food. But it is easy
to live a good healthy life here in
Switzerland. Great medical care,
freah air and lovely mountains
with marked hiking trails plus
natural lakes for swimming.
Also lovely mineral baths. Good
bone health is also partly heredity.
Moving ones body and not sitting
most of the day and eating healthy
are key factors. Easy and simple.
All the best.
@@111-k4d9m thanks of the reply ❤ i screenshot it to show her, i hope for you a long healthy life ^^
This channel is my zero waste essential that I LOVE ✨♥️
My no 1 low waste purchase is probably my cavernous waterproof backpack. It's not made of sustainable materials but is incredibly well made and I think it'll have a very long life. I carry more weight on a daily basis than I did when I lived less consciously (glass reusable coffee cup, water bottle, homemade snacks, groceries that have to be carried around multiple shops that stock different packaging-free or more sustainable products - no one stop supermarket shop any more), so I'm glad I decided to buy something large, sturdy and durable.
Love you immy! I agree 100% on the produce bags, I was buying 5-8 oranges every time I went to the store as they are in season now and I love them but they roll all around and the grocery clerks would have to chase them around the belt so I bought a $3.50 organic cotton bag that is grown and made in the USA where I live and it has been so so so useful! I’m lucky enough I can refill shampoo bottles and conditioner bottles as well near me and it is such a luxury! I was using a bar of soap before and I didn’t like how my hair felt afterwards and now i can choose between brands and there’s even some specialty care items available in bulk!
Some of my favourite essentials are items I started to use long before I ever heard of the term "Zero Waste." More than eleven years ago, I started to cloth diaper my oldest, and now I am using those same diapers for my younger child. I really enjoyed using them. A year after I started to cloth diaper, I looked for the equivalent for me: cloth pads. They are not the "organic" kind that they have nowadays, but at the time, this was the best I could find, and I really liked them. A couple of years ago, still before ever hearing of the term "zero waste" I found produce bags for the first time, and thought it was a really great idea, so I started to use them. Add to that glass jars for storing things, and all those are my "favourites." Another thing I enjoy purchasing is unpackaged soap. I just really enjoy their scents, and choosing them based on the smells I like.
If you go to the Keepcup website, you can purchase any replacement part, I replaced my lid ( kept the center thingy) after it started to leak, and now it’s good as new. Really worth it as getting coffee down my tops was getting old.
I think it was about £4 p+p.
Thank you for this. I have had my keepcup for a couple of years. I have noticed it has now started to leak.
Love these tips! I’ve been using my Diva Cup for 6 years now, and in the summer I made myself cloth pads (upcycle broken umbrellas to have the leakproof layer!). I do have a keepcup and I agree that it’s not the best choice, I still have a Contigo leakproof travel mug I got years ago and use that more often instead.
Produce bags are amazing too. I ordered from a local Etsy and they’re so handy to replace those annoying flimsy bags that you’d never be able to reuse even if you wanted to.
Never thought about umbrella fabric. Nice tip!
I love your channel and your honest and thoughtful process on what is low-waste. To often we get bombarded with this “buy this new shiny lowwasteecothingymagog” and the impulse is hard to resist because of the endorphine reward that buying gives you. Resisting this instant gratification is what i learned also from Antony at breakthetwitch. He calls it “false first steps”... we all stumble and fall sometimes with that: thank you for being honest about it ànd for not bombarding us with affiliate links that trigger this process even more.
The dumbest thing I bought was one of those flipping steel straws and I don’t even use straws! I use it now though but i didn’t need it 🤦♀️
I'm the same, I bought a pack of them and never use them as I don't use straws! Feel a bit silly!
Same! Never used straws before but do now bc I feel bad!
Right? I'm trying to buy reusable stuff but I honestly don't need new stuff most of the time. I never EVER use straws,I just don't like them and I already have a reusable water bottle and coffee cup; they're both made of plastic BUT with proper care I know I'll be able to use them pretty much forever (hopefully)😂🙏
i am the complete opposite! i waited to long and use them all the time!
violettiger21 I personally use straws everyday so for me it’s important but I feel like people should stop talking about needing reusable straws for zero waste living.
My menstrual cup & safety razor have been my favorite purchases of the past 10 yrs!
Reusable menstrual pads are my favorite. The cup doesnt work for me but the pads are so comfortable and feels more fresh and clean.
Do reusable menstual pads leak? Whats your experience with that?
I've used reusable pads for nearly a year and they are BRILLIANT! Totally love them, never leaked, but do beware of them moving, as then you could have an accident. They're not perfect for everything, in my case cycling (a bit bulky) and exercising in general (they move), made me try the cup. Now I alternate between the two.. super happy, and don't see myself going back
@@Alesanascreamokid Mine don't have the barrier material all the way to the sides, so when it gets "full" and doesn't absorb any more, it will start leaking from the sides. But that starts after using one for several hours. A normal plastic one would become uncomfortable earlier, so if you keep the same phase in changing them as you normally would, there's no problem. Perhaps if your first day is heavier, you would like to use the long ones for that.
But I don't think they are bulky at all, perhaps there are differences between brands, and for example, how wide the barrier piece is inside. Mine feel like I'm just wearing a bit more clothes.
Great video! I find your channel very useful, especially since you focus on the low waste aspect of an eco-friendly life(style). This appeals to me as my country doesn't have all the options for zero-waste, i.e. no bulk stores.
My best buys are probably the reusable metal straw I purchased for my kids (I don't use them except for a trip to the theatre); reusable cotton make up pads; bee's wax wraps instead of cling-film, and sewing cotton produce bags from old sheets. TheseI use everytime I go food shopping along with totes (and get a llt of odd looks 🤣).
I also became very conscious of anything I buy, whether it's made of natural materials or not. Recently we changed out several area rugs and I opted for a wee bit more expensive but wool ones instead.
Slowly, I am getting there.
as a curly haired girl myself, i go through a lot of conditioner. online, i found conditioner and shampoo bars that i wanted to try. i just started my job, and my first paycheck should be coming soon. i’m trying to use up all of my bottles first of course
I am making my first steps to the zero waste lifestyle and this video was so useful for me,thank you!!♥️ (ps menstrual cups are one of the best things i have ever bought)
Love seeing what your suggestions are for a zero waste or low waste life. For me I stopped buying all commercial cleaners and now only use baking soda, vinegar and lemon. Traded cling film for bees wax paper. Also, stopped buying commercial deodorants as they typically come in plastic tubes and now use either essential oils, salt stick or ones that are natural ingredients in small glass jars.
Your videos are always so inspiring for me. In the past month or so I’ve watched so many of them and they’ve convinced me to make some life changes. Thank you 💕
I love my glass keep cup! Mine hasn't leaked at all (only had it for couple of months so it might in the future but for now it's great) and I love the personalised colours I picked. I purchased mine so that I could use my metal coffee flask less as I didn't enjoy the metallic taste it gave my coffee. I find myself using my keep cup around the house as it's nice to know I can just stick the lid on and take it with me if I go out. Now I need to make sure I bring it with my everywhere as there have been a few times I have got coffee and had to get a single use cup 🤦🏻♀️
I'm the same with my keep cup! It's very heavy and I don't buy takeaway coffee that often but I've also started using it around the house, especially when I'm working on my laptop in bed - prevents spillage!
I think they've fixed the lid leaking, because I had an issue with mine from a few years back before it broke, but I replaced it and no problems
My favourite ZeroWaste items are my Breville Blend Active bottle which I use as my reusable water bottle, Flux period knickers, reusable produce bags, jam jars, lemons 🍋 for cleaning, microfiber cloths and a second hand brand new slow cooker
I love reusable produce bags! I was also putting loose produce in my cart, but it is not great when shopping for 5 people. With the bags- no one wants to kill me in the checkout line and I don't have loose produce rolling everywhere.
What brand of shampoo bar do you use? I am currently using a lush one, but since buying it I have learnt that the ingredients in it are not the most eco friendly so I'm looking for an alternative the next time I need some shampoo! :) Thanks for the great video!!
I work at Holland & Barrett (UK) and we've just started stocking an amazing shampoo bar by the brand Only Good, it comes in a cardboard box too :)
(My last job was at lush and yeah... SLS everywhere)
Thanks!!
I've been shopping for a travel mug and water bottle i never thought to ask my mom if dhe has a spare i could use this was really helpful I'm so glad i saw this!
Proud that I already have and use all these things daily/when I'm having my period, but now I'm like okay! Where am I at and what's my next step?! I just found a solid conditioner bar and I haven't used it yet but I'm really hoping I have success with that because that would be huge!
ThermalViolet so happy to see others trying to improve and keep moving forward on reducing waste! good job 😁
When you see some trash in your bin, or something going out, perhaps you will find your next step. :)
Or you could look into doing something new that's good for the environment. Trying new transportation means, volunteering for projects or re-sourcing your electricity.
I just started using Lush's shampoo and conditioner bars and wow. I'll be honest, I was a bit hesitant, but I love other Lush products and these didn't disappoint. I can't believe how well the conditioner bar works for my hair!
Nicki Loder I loved the Lush shampoo bar but was so disappointed with the conditioning bar. Can you remember which one you tried?
@@vjd431 I got the daddy-o bar. It's the purple one that's supposed to decrease the brassyness in blond and grey hair. I don't actually think it does that but I really like its conditioning powers! I'd definitely like to try another bar when I use this one up... especially since I don't have blond hair anymore 😅
Thanks so much, I'll give that a try next 🤞😁
I'm so happy with the reusable pads I bought recently : cheaper ones were a nightmare to clean, even if they were made of organic cotton, I had to eventually throw them away because of all the stains -_- I had to clean them very agressively and they rapidly began to feel very uncomfortable... Now I have more expensive ones, but it has been a great buy ! They are very easy to clean, no nasty stains, I can clean them very quickly and gently, they are very comfortable and they dry very well after cleaning too. What helped my choice ? I asked someone who already tried different brands, and got to use them for months to see if they were solid in the long run. Best advice ever. My only regret is that before all this, I had bought a menstrual cup, but it must have been the wrong size : it was always leaking and I even hurt myself one time... and even if you don't use it a lot, it's impossible to donate it, so it was just a waste of money :/ I only earn minimum wage so that was pretty disappointing
Me too I became a fan of my period cup! It's a bit strange at first to come in contact with you periodical blood in this way but for me it's a good way to get to know my body better.
Produce are super easy to make yourself, but there are many other ways too! I’ve used pillow cases and larger fabric scraps to carry fruits and veggies as well :)
Sugaring is a very sustainable option for hair removal, especially if you just make the mixture yourself.
But I'd still advise to have a safety razor on hand for the legs, which would take excruciatingly long to sugarwax and for the quick fix for whatever situation necessary.
My favorite things: moon cup, bulk laundry soap, shampoo bar, safety razor, hydroflask with water bottle top :)
Great video! My favourite purchases have been my mooncup, washable menstrual pads (I use both), wax food wraps, reusable produce bags, my safety razor (I have a love/hate relationship with it though!), and reusable cotton pads for makeup. As well as discovering my local zero waste shop! :)
I have curls too and recently switched to an ethique conditioner bar that I use to both wash and condition my hair. My hair loves it! 🤗
Love my stainless steel razor! I was using around 9 diposable razors a month so a great swap. It's a much better shave. Menstrual cups are fantastic too, most UA-cam videos try and put you off using them though.
I completely agree with your list but other things I’ve bought that I use daily are a wooden washing up brush (I use the Redecker one as you can buy replaceable heads), cotton cloth washing up pads instead of sponges. I found these on eBay someone had made them. Rechargeable batteries, a no brainer oh and a stainless steel kitchen compost bin I found on Amazon as we’re now composting kitchen food waste.
My favourites are handkerchiefs, menstrual pads and my sauna brush that I use to scrape off dead skin. Oh wow! So comfy.
I visited a friend recently, and was a bit shocked how many cleaning products some people use. I grew up with my mom using just pine soap and dish soap for everything. I never thought that wasn't enough.
Reusable bags (of any kind), shampoo bar, bambú toothbrush, tooth bar, reusable thermic bottle and the menstrual cup. I also love my reusable cup but I don't use it as often as I would like to.
Hey! Love this! Reusable produce bags for the win! Absolutely love them. My keep cup was crazy expensive so you'd best believe I'm using that thing even inside the house lol. Your last video was brilliant because even though I keep thinking I need reusable straws, I don't actually use them! However, it might be a good thing to carry them when I go out because my husband sometimes gets drinks with straws and not all places use paper ones. Going back and forth on it but it seems like a good bet because we do go to the movies quite often.
I made the move to some of these this year too! It would be nice to have more zero waste shops around me as I would definitely do the refills. Great video as always
Looking forward to your haircare rountine! I have curly hair but am struggling to find zero waste options because conditioner bars do not work!
I totally agree that you can buy some vegetables without a produce bag. I reuse glass bottles for my bulk store cleaning supplies, dishwashing liquid, liquid hand soap, fabric softener and loo cleaner and glass jars for nut butters and other dry goods. I try to buy a lot so that I only have to go about every 5-6 weeks. I am planning on making cloth bags (for all sorts of things) out of an old cotton sheet that is older than I am 😂.
i have one of the $3 reusable hot coffee cups from starbucks and although it is plastic it is harder plastic so it's durable and it never leaks and is dishwasher safe. I love it so much and have been using it every morning for about two years :)
I love my stainless razor! Was tired of paying so much money for plastic razors have had it for over a year and am still working on the pack of blades that came with it!
Wish our town had a bulk store. Love the video xxx
Great video! The essentials I use that I love are silicone baking mats, wooden dish scrubber, kootsac spice bags, DIY deodorant/toothpaste and a tea ball.
My favourite zero-waste essentials are: menstrual cup, thermo bottle, LastSwab ear bud, fabric bag. I am planning on switching to Wild refillable deodorant soon as well.
what shampoo bar do you use?
Lush is good if you're avoiding packaging, but be aware some (or maybe all) lush shampoo bars have sulfates which can dry your hair. I'd try searching online for more options. I found a bulk store I didn't know about in my town with a beauty that sells bulk bars and liquids soaps.
- reusable water bottle. It has been super helpful even when I was travelling in Asia where you normally dont get clean tab water (filtered water in hostels)
- menstrual cup
- DIY makeup removal pads in combination with coconut oil
what Shampoo Bar do you use? I have curly hair too and I haven't find a good one ):
I love how careful you are with what you say ❤ not everyone with a period identifies as a woman
my glass keepcup cup shattered yesterday after I dropped it. i chose to just re-purchase the single part that was broken rather than using the other cups i have in the house (which i’ll be using in the interim) because keepcup are the only brand i’ve found that have the small 8oz size. If i liked drinking larger sizes I would absolutely have just used one someone else wasn’t using like my mum or my boyfriends mum (who immediately messaged me to say i could have one of her many spares)
My reusable cup is also one of my absolute favorites! I use it not only for coffee or tea, but I also use it a lot when going to potlucks (I go to one once a month more or less), and I do not only put beverages, I also put soup or other stuff inside xD... people sometimes think that I'm crazy, but seriously... it is extremely useful and it helps me to reduce tons of waste!
I'm an artist, my zero waste essential is really good storage! I generally have to save and collect materials if I want to avoid buying unsustainable things on amazon. I have boxes for different participative workshops and repeating artworks. Like paper to recycle, feathers, coloured bottle caps for using the precious plastics machines. But I don't have storage space figured out.
Also at the weekend someone told me they have two reusable cups. One for coffee and one for tea. To stop the weird tea coffee contamination.
I highly recommend Joco for reusable coffee cups. They come in a barista friendly size and are dishwasher safe. :) Also, they're super cute.
Awesome video! I absolutely love my menstrual cup and shampoo bars, I have an Organicup and it fits me perfectly. I'm 14 and have never used a tampon in my life, with my cup hopefully I never have to ;) A local company makes shampoo bars and soap so I get all of my soap from them at the farmer's market!
1: reusable razor, sugar wax at home is also good and can be kept in jars then reheated but downsides are that it can burn and be tricky to use.
2. Reusable coffee cup, I personally drink tea from a 1L glass jar and just refill this twice daily. I use the same jar every day and just rinse/clean it when needed.
3. Paper straws instead of plastic for parties or personal use but aim for bamboo straws and avoid plastic
4. Menstrual cup, personally haven’t used it yet don’t want to invest when I’m not ready but looking to figure out a sustainable alternative to using pads as it makes me feels so guilty.
5. Reusable produce bags; you can make your own if they’re a bit pricey out of linen, cotton or hemp fabric available in fabric stores or online even from old clothes.
6. Shampoo and conditioner bars Güd also available on Etsy from independent sellers
7. Reusable covers instead of plastic wrap
Hi Immy! Firstly, I love your channel and content. It is very inspiring and useful, pluss it's great that you have a grounded approach to it all - if we all try our best we'll accomplish a lot 😊
Q: I was wondering though if you have any tips to LW bike maintenance? A quick search around the internet didn't reveal anything and I noticed you bike a bit. So far my local ZW community is recommending dishwashing soap and old rags (to throw out bc of the oil) for washing and a type of bike oil that is very sparce in use.
Hi!!! curly hair here!! YES!! please update hair routine!! What kind/brand of shampoo have you found best for u? How often do you wash your hair?? so far I just slowly reduced my hair washing to twice a week, with regular shampoo, and it did made my hair less greasy! But I found my curls only look good when I wash them... To style I use olive oil, but it doesn't work as well as the chemical products I used. I tried diy linden seed gel but didn't work... Any tips!!??
My menstrual cup is my absolute favourite essential. Hello from Russia:)
What brand shampoo bar??? I'm considering using up my current products and making the switch to a shampoo bar but I have a mix of curly and straight hair lol
I’m not sure what bar she uses but I know lush has bar/solid forms of shower stuff
Love this video so much as always! I actually really love my KeepCup, I know it's not leak proof but I have the large size and I use it for smoothies and juices on the go too!xx
I’m not the only one who had a leaky keep cup! Haha. The leaky cup drove me insane, I gave it to a friend who didn’t have any cups due to roommate breaking all of his glassware.
I personally love my tea steeper I use at work for my afternoon tea and my reusable baking pan liners.
Thanks for another great video. My faves are my bamboo toothbrush for myself and two children. Menstrual cup. Shampoo Bar. Interested to hear people's thoughts on Aluminium foil. It is 100% recyclable. I know to reduce use comes first.... is the only problem with aluminum the costs to the environment with the production (and then the recycling production)??
Immy, do you own a roll of Aluminium foil?
I couldn’t commit to trying to use the menstrual cup but I did find cotton reusable pads. I really like them.
You're so right, i found leaf razor and i want it because its all metal but works like a normal razor.
BUT as i watch this i remember i use sugar wax, and my epilator x100 more than razors. So i don't need it
Shampoo bars are great. I have a stainless steel double wall water bottle that I use and love my bamboo toothbrush
How do you dispose of your razor blades? Where I live the blades aren’t recyclable and I even have to put them in a cardboard box and tape them shut before they’re allowed in the garbage.
Also since you have curly hair try using a old clean t-shirt to dry your hair it will cut down on frizz and dryness before styling
Such a humble and lovely woman. It's quite rare that people will admit publicly their errors. But it's important to remember that we are not born learned and life and personal growth is a road mostly made of afterthoughts. Kisses from Italy darling!
I’ve owned my epilady for nearly 20 years- if you start young & use it every 8 weeks, your hair grows back very thin and I only use it every 12 weeks on my legs
I'm really interested in switching to a stainless steel safety razor. I was wondering how you dispose of the blades though and how often you change them? I'm not entirely sure what to do about them because I can't find any information on my area and whether or not they are recyclable or not... I love my Keep Cup and menstrual cup! :)
I've been using a safety razor for a few years now. I bought a "blade bank" but you can also use a can or something. I toss the blades in there (it takes FOREVER to fill up) tape it up real good so nothing can escape and throw it away. Recycling blades can be very dangerous so most companies dont do it. You could always ask a pharmacy or biohazard waste management company near you though~
So i have hair to my knees and i have no intention to cut it and i need to find a low impact hair routine for knee length hair.
If anyone prefers waxing but does not want to create waste, try sugar paste. It's made of sugar,water and lemon and totally dissolves in water
Great list. I loved my cup but since my latest miscarriage the cup gives me so much anxiety. Its interesting how these things can change. I'm thinking of switching to period underwear. I really like how non confrontational you are with your low waste advice with your awareness of knowledge/experiences you dont know.
Hi! I love your videos, thanks so much! You inspire me :) I'd love to know which brand of shampoo bar you are using, I'm looking for options for myself.
Love from Mexico!! 🇲🇽
I don't really get along with my menstrual cup and I don't want to keep buying other ones. Still trying to work this one out.
Does the razor also work for sensitive skin? I get irritated quite easily. I really enjoy getting my coffee to stay. Kinda forces you to slow down for a bit.
Can't stop watching your videos! Very informative and useful, keep up the good work xx
I have had my Epilator for over 10 years, it takes me 10 mins to epilate my legs once a month....what’s more sustainable than that?
Also, I used electricity to watch your video. 🤷🏽♀️
oh god... dont know how you do it... congratulations... it hurts sooo much!! :((
I reeeeeally cant do that. It kills me. Im jealous haha
Same. I use an epilator that's what my mom first thought me to do. So i didn't know anything else. I use a razor downstairs and epilator on pits and legs. I must have really dark hairs cause 10 mins is not enough for me cause i always have to look real close so i dont miss a dark hair that's gonna bug me for the rest of the day.
I just started using a menstrual cup and its really hard I totally understand why you spent so long on it. Im still going to keep trying!
Katlin Meyer try soaking your cup in boiling water! Mine was very stiff and I literally couldn’t walk without feeling irritation, and after soaking/ boiling it a couple of time it became more pliable and I forget I have it in until it’s time to empty it
Hi Katlin,
They can be tricky... There's a couple of UA-cam channels that were super helpful for me, particularly "precious stars pads".
Another thing which made the whole difference for me (once you have the right cup...), make sure, during insertion, the fold goes to the "back" (so floor or bottom depending on your position). Once I discovered this I stopped leaking...!
Great video! What shampoo bar brand would you recommend? :)
What is the best way to dispose of the blades for a safety razor??
I quit shaving,I had a hysterectomy I'd say that's my favorite 2 😁
For a while a few years ago i was seriously thinking about getting a hysterectomy later on in life. Probably because i've had a very bad experience with PMS and cramps and vomiting and stuff. And at the time i was very antimeds. I refused to take anything other than a a few vitamins and a fever med syrup. And so since i wasn't medicated for the worst of it, i felt that way. Thinking one ill probably adopt if i want children and that if periods are debilitating me what would i be doing for 9 months and the birth i would probably die nit even speaking of the recivery in my muscles down there. So what ever i am now medicated for it and dont think about it anymore.
Where do you buy your products from? I live in Ireland so it’s a struggle to find places to buy these?
I was just wondering how i can pack strawberries or blueberries in my cloth bags which propably will stain it permanently? Also i'm not vegan nor vegetarian which i tried it and couldn't handle, how can i pack meat from a near local slaughterhouse and go home with it? I buy this things so often but the packaging is a trouble
Great video! I LOVE my reusable produce bags! They're perfect when I buy bulk dry goods. :)
If people are in the market for a to go coffee cup, I recommend Klean Kanteen. They’re 1% for the planet and they keep your drinks hot (or cold) for hours
Brit S. I love my Kleen Kanteen tumbler. I bought the 16 oz for traveling between home and work.
Great video.we also use a reusable coffee cup and shampoo bar.💖
keep cups leek. i just bought a frank green one. screw down lid. no leeks.
I nearly always reuse glass containers from food (like jam jars or stuff like that). I use them either for storage or as smoothie containers. I make a smoothie and it makes like 3 to 4 portions for the whole week. Why buy expensive ass masion jars if you can just use what you already own. And if you would paint over the lid, noone will ever be able to tell that you use that tomate sauce jar as a smoothie container
Would love to use shampoo bars but have not been able to find any that don't cause matting in my thin straight hair or cause my scalp to itch. Even the ones from Lush don't do anything for my hair. Any suggestions?
I recently subscribed to your channel. Do you have or know of a video on how to use those safety razors?
Hi here, I was wondering the brand of your razor? I've been wanting to buy one for a year but can't find what I'm looking for. I checked out your bedroom essentials video also but it wasn't named there. Thanks in advance.
I would suggest as an alternative to safety razors, for those that prefer waxing and can wax themselves to learn how to make sugar wax at home.
Have you used period underpants? If so, what are you thoughts on them?
Also can I just say how appreciated it is that you use gender neutral language when talking about periods? ❤️
i noticed that. but don't understand it. men have periods?
@@KikiJ1112 transexual men have periods.
Could you do a video about different types of plastics. Which ones are the most harmful (obviously all plastics are harmful) which ones are more likely/less likely to be recycled. I think it would be interesting and educational especially because it's so hard to avoid plastics these days.
Jelly that you can buy pasta in bulk. Where I live the closest I come is packaged in cardboard.
How do you dispose of used razor blades in London? I don’t think it’s safe to just throw them in the trash.
I also have curly hair and so I would like to know which one do you use? I Love your channel! ⭐
YES a menstrual cup and menstrual underwear are essential to me, even if it wasn't for the sustainability i would never go back!
Also some other favorites are my contraception method (copper iud, which i know doesn't work for everyone but saves me hundreds of euros and a lot of waste), canvas bags and produce bags, safety razor/just plain shaving less i'm happy with my leg hair lol, my bike and soap nuts for laundry!
Yes, please share what shampoo bar you use so that I can get away from all of my curly hair products in plastic!👏🏻
Would absolutely love to know what shampoo bar you use, my curls really need some love.