YES! I love that! I feel like I've always had a love-hate relationship with mine and am still learning the ropes, even after 2 years of using it haha. But I know I'll get there! 💛
Yes! !! As much as I dred fussing with it at the beginning and end of the day, it's so nice to not have to buy or change tampons. I would never go back.
Instead of having a menstrual cup, i got an IUD - no more periods plus anticonceptive and you change it every 5 years. Idk if its cheaper or less waste but it feels more eco friendly
i love the bulk buying culture in Western Australia (not sure about the rest of the world, but i don’t see anyone else talking about it lol) because it’s almost expected that shops have a bin full of donated jars for people to use for free instead of buying knew ones.
I have now switched to only bar soap for my face, shower, hair, even lotion and it is amazing for traveling! No need to mess with the liquid restrictions or mess of an exploding bottle.
YES! Gotta love it! I have always been that person that gets sooooo paranoid that my liquid products will leak everywhere when traveling (definitely happened to me when I was younger and scarred my for life haha) and it is SO nice to not have that lingering in my mind. So I totally relate haha! I'm still working on finding a bar soap that works for my face, but I have faith! 💛
@@SedonaChristina Definitely have that same fear! And always the fear of forgetting to take out liquids and getting pulled aside by security. 😫 Hopefully you can find a good bar face soap! I have had my bar for so long, I don't even remember what kind it was...(yay for bars that last long!)
Honestly so oddly comforting that I'm not alone in this one haha 💛But I'm so glad that we both saw through it and found a solution that really works for us! Sending ya heaps of love on this fine Friday! x
I think we’re just trained by marketing to want to carry Starbucks or other coffee brands as a status symbol but if you just buy one of their reusable cups then bam 💥 problem solved 😁
I actually love my travel utensils. It came in a cute bag, and they stay in my locker at work, since that’s the only place I use them (they only have individually wrapped plastic utensils). And I second upcycling jars. Salsa and jelly jars are the best!
I love that! I think all the tools that we use are so personal. What matters/works to one person, might not matter to someone else. That's what makes it an intentional lifestyle. We get to know our own needs, styles, and preferences 💛
I use gift bags sometimes when I shop aldi😂 happy birthday. Merry Christmas. Congrats on your baby. I reuse big sturdy gift bags. Especially if its fabric or has fabric straps.
I cut up an old tank top to use as a hankie as well as (after washing it) a napkin when necessary. It also works well to carry cutlery in my bag with. A bandanna from Walmart works really well too and is nice and cheap.
Maybe you heard that already or somebody else have mentioned that here (I didn't find). It seems that paper actually makes it worth for the running nose. I have this problem myself and I feel that with hankies it is way better. Probably there is some kind of paper "dust" on the paper things which comes to your nose and provokes more of a running nose. I am definitely happy to switch to hankies. I change mine every day and carry around in a small pouch I had in my home without use and it all feels now very clean and convenient. I love this swap ) ))
You’re awesome! Your excitement about zero waste and sustainable living is contagious. Thank you for making it fun and showing people that it isn’t as hard or expensive as people make it out to be!
I bought one of those keep cups impulsively one day at a coffee cart - because it was so darn cute! I was so distracted trying to decide what coffee I wanted I didn't realise the price until the coffee was already inside it! 😭 I used it as much as possible but because it's glass and doesn't have a handle, the practicality of it wasn't great for actual use, because when it's filled with a hot drink you just can't hold it properly. As much as I liked the fact that it fit into most of my handbags, I bought a thermal mug with a handle and I don't have to worry about it breaking in my bag or dropping and breaking it. Sigh. It's still so cute though!
Oh, I, too, have the forever runny nose! And I LOVE ❤️ my hankies! I thrift them, and they are always new! My face towels and kitchen towels too! Cloth napkins make great dish towels. Love watching you! Oh yeah, going in retail stores really give me anxiety when I know I can thrift it for a better price!
Have also found that terry cloth is difficult to wash clean. To reduce laundry and ensure towels are clean, I use linen fabric such as those large flour sack towels as bath towels. Two are sufficient for someone even with long hair.
I hear you on the reusable cotton rounds! I didn't buy any but I have always just used my face cloth for anything that I would need a cotton round for. I DO have some cotton rounds that I use to remove finger nail polish with. I have not figured out anything better since nail polish doesn't really wash out of anything. Truthfully I have only put polish on my toes twice since last May anyway.
@@ciarapixie5928 I literally went to the fabric store and picked out something that was soft. It took me about three hours to trace/cut/sew the edges, which really isn't bad for like 50 rounds.
So funny, because hankies are my FAVE. They're so much softer on my nose :) I also made this great cuticle cream / lotion / pomade that I love because it's compact and shelf stable, but I'm super intrigued by your flaxseed gel
I have a Starbuck's reusable cup I got for free while I worked there. I take it everywhere for coffee drinks. (I also have a water bottle, but I got that glass at Target.) It lets me keep the way I feel carrying a branded item, but I also get to save the planet more - and most places (Starbuck's included) offer discounts if you bring your own cup.
When buying anything used, or even new for that matter, setting it out in the sun for a few hours will help to disinfect it. Then wash it and make sure it dries completely. It makes cleaning easier to use furniture with removable, washable coverings.
A note about reusable bags: *YOU NEVER HAVE TO BUY REUSABLE BAGS EVERRRRR.* Unless you're intent on your shopping bags keeping up with your beige/white ~aesthetique~, you can very easily make your own bag out of an old t-shirt in under 10 minutes with only a pair of scissors (no sewing required). The bag is SUPER durable, you can wash it easily (it's a t-shirt, remember? just throw it in the wash), and you can use it for everything - shopping, groceries, gym bag, etc. Plus they are easily rolled or tied up to store small. Make 10 of them, put some in your car, some at home, give them to friends. Here are the instructions: www.mommypotamus.com/no-sew-t-shirt-tote-bag-tutorial/ Don't get too scared about the tying knots technique -- just tie knots until it looks sealed, making sure you tie each piece twice. You can always re-tie them over time.
I grew up in California and Reuse, Recycle, Rot has always been a way of life (yes I know I am missing some “R”s there lol). Since high school I have unintentionally gone more towards “minimalism” and “low-waste.” It started when I decided that I didn’t want to buy books (we are major bibliophiles) unless I truly loved the book or couldn’t find it anywhere to borrow, I also look to second hand stores for them first even when gifting them to others. The second swap was changing my beauty routine to oil cleansing and ACV and getting more natural shampoo (I have always used bar soap). Since these swaps I discovered low-waste and all the great swaps that can be made and have been slowly transitioning as I use up what I have. My favorites have been safety razor and cloth pads. Still on the journey but I love having reusable plastic free (mostly) alternatives, can’t wait to try shampoo bars.
Pillows are huge landfill contributors, and never really wash clean. You can test this by putting dye in the middle of the pillow stuffing, then washing it. An alternative pillow is down cycled fluffy fabric or clothing inside a pillowcase. Easy to wash clean.
my favorite thing to use in replace of mason jars are mostly used candles, my family has so many so all you have to do is depot the candle (there are many ways to do it) and then you can use them to store things! like diy face wash/makeup remover or even for bars of soap, and then on top of that you can use the depoted wax as a candle melter!
Hi from Finland:) thanks for all your great tips and fun videos! I think it's funny how you always point out how you're "not doing zero-waste perfectly" etc, like with your makeup, you do it so much better than the most and inspire a bunch of people. If we all could do as much as you, this unsustainable system could really be changed! we should all be proud of at least trying to be more sustainable and caring about these things:)
You're SO right! I sometimes say things just because I'm scared of getting rude (/misunderstanding my whole mojo) comments and I really need to stop doing that. I am so proud of all the changes I've made and the activism I do in my own way. Thank you so much for reminding me! I think I need to make a statement about this because it's something that has really been bothering me for a little while now 💛Sending you so so much love! x
@@SedonaChristina I get you, and I am really self-conscious in a similar way! But when we just think a bit about what some of our friends with not-so-sustainable lifestyles do it puts things into perspective:) But I'm really glad I found your channel and it'd be cool to maybe hear more about self-love and dealing with insecurities and such... but I also understand if you don't want too serious content that's not so sustainability-related! :D take care:)
In Switzerland we do not use drinking straws. (Maybe only a few restaurants that are non Swiss like Mac Donalds. But one had to close down due to all the pollution that was lying around from their place. This was mostly tourists.) Jolly good show as well. Planet Hollywood did not last long here either.
My favourite straw is one my mum bought me a while back which is basically a soft silicone tube with a metal casing so it bends without cutting off, but doesn't just....flop. It's foldable, sturdy, amy favourite thing about it is that the silicone protudes out at either end meaning there's a soft mouthpiece you can bite if you're like me! I also love the straw set my sister bought me from Singapore, which came with a short, narrow straw which is now my pocket straw so I always have a little one with me if I forget my foldable one or if I'm just popping somewhere. Most-loved product so far though has to be my new Denttabs with fluoride from my nearest refill stall. I've Sharpied an old Extra gum tub and glucose testing strip pot for home (Extra tub) and travel (testing strip pot): they've got copper-coloured teeth on the lids with smiley faces, copper edging on the lids, and 'Dentifrice' in copper around the bodies. I can fit nearly a month's worth of Denttabs in the small pot which is awesome, and they're so refreshing...plus they have fluoride so they are literally the whole package, and for the first time in my life I can't wait to see the dentist so I can wax lyrical to him as well lmao
If you are interested in bamboo straws for a reusable option instead of metal or glass straws, I got mine from Kawayan Bamboo! It's a small business in Oklahoma, the woman who owns/runs the business has bamboo growing on her property that was planted years ago by someone else, and since bamboo is invasive in North America it's actually great because she's cutting it down to make these straws! I really liked buying my straws from here since I know exactly how the bamboo was sourced/harvested! She has a tik Tok channel too if you want to see the bamboo firsthand
for me the cotton swap was really amazing but it's true that I could have cut off a towel! and the menstrual cup, produce bags and second hand shop as much as I can ! great video once again 😍
The thing I regret most is actually a useful article: A flask for DIY deodorant. However, since no deodorant recipe works for me, it currently serves as a container for shaving oil. I used my travel cutlery set only once, same goes for the bamboo coffee cup I bought. What was I thinking, I eat and drink at home all the time! When I made the swap to cloth hankies, I did not have to buy anything new because I already had five hankies. I had bought those years ago to dab of sweat, but I realized I could use them to blow my nose, too. I then got a batch of cloth handkerchiefs from my Grandma -- my late Grandpa hated disposable nose-blowers. Then there is some things I decided not to swap. I haven't gotten a silicone oven mat yet. I use my oven rarely, I don't always need a paper lining, and these can be reused once or twice, too. Not to mention that I still have a box of paper that I bought several years ago. Why throw out perfectly good stuff? That's simply misguided.
For those who can't use shampoo bars: try Plaine Products! I have finnicky hair and some scalp conditions that make shampoo bars just impossible (at least so far). After trying soooo many, I finally gave up because I felt like I was wasting more trying to get through the bar just to get through it and making my scalp very unhappy. Plaine Products has refillable vegan shampoo/conditioner that comes in aluminium packaging. You just order what you need, can choose to make it a subscription if you want, and when you need buy a refill you check that you do not need a pump and need a return label. When your refill comes in, you just mail back your empty and keep your pump (the pumps are plastic). It's a super easy process, and their shampoo/conditioners actually work for me. They have a few different scent options. They also sell body lotion, for those who don't like the 0-waste options which are typically very oily. They have other products too, and trial/travel sizes. Would highly recommend as someone who hasn't been able to make 0 waste shampoo and conditioner work. And also as someone who hates the oily DIY body lotions
Wow, I love your channel, and I'm making TH-cam videos for eco-conscious lifestyle too! Your channel is so much inspiration! Thank you for your remarkable contents for our planet 🥰
I just recently ordered a stainless steel cutlery set for the case it comes with so I can have it in my purse, mess free. It's coming this week but I wish I had it because I just went to a Crawfish seafood place for the first time yesterday with my friend and his four kids and I brought my silicone straws for us and felt good...but when I asked for a fork to peel and devein the shrimp (hack) since I couldn't really do it with the gloves, they gave me a plastic fork and my friend saw my face drop. I wish I had brought a fork! Lol
I for sure agree with you saying Mason jars aren't worth it. I have bought packs of them with the intent of using them to meal prep and honestly they are such an awkward shape. Now I just use them as cups but I wish I would've saved the money and bought jars and tubs from the thrift store.
What do you use for garbage bags? I usually use plastic bags from the grocery store to re-purpose them a bit, but I'd love to cut them out completely. Looking for low-waste alternatives!
Depending on where you live, waste management might not accept trash without a plastic bag, but if they do you could take your trash directly to a dumpster or other trash receptacle. I live in an apartment complex in Orlando and I am able to walk my trash can to the dumpster and empty it directly, but I also use washable trash can liner/inserts in case I accidentally throw something wet in there. I also separate my waste into compostables (food waste, paper), recyclables (plastic, glass, cardboard), and non-recyclables (stickers, twisty ties, pizza boxes). You can also take commercially non-recyclable materials like plastic film to thin plastic recycling centers, or ship them to TerraCycle.
@@elkeshultz4496 Ask your complex manager about getting a recycling dumpster from Orange County recycling; the city provides them for free and obviously picks up the recyclables for free as well, so it shouldn't be an issue to actually get one on the property. My complex got one because residents demanded it, and since it was free there was really no reason to say no. Hopefully it goes the same for you! For compost I keep a small bin on my outdoor porch and add the finished compost to my potted garden. Orange County does have compost receiving as well, but I'm not sure where the drop off location is. If you can't use it yourself you can always offer it to community gardens. www.orlando.gov/Trash-Recycling
I been using the Bar Non shampoo and conditioner from Ulta thanks to you that recommended in one of your videos the conditioner, and I been loving them, I have curly hair and they work perfectly fine with my curly hair. 🙌🏼
Slightly off topic, but can you do a video to explain the use of patreon and how to incorperate it with youtube? I don't know if you do business sorts of videos, but I enjoy this channel and I would enjoy viewing your use of each and incorporating the two and the podcast.
I have been using a pick jar up cycled HOWEVER I was wondering if you or anyone you know has changed the lids? Maybe painted them? Mine has the pickle logo on it and I’d rather them be just a solid color. Thanks darling! Love you and your channel!!
Melissa Deitrick I used leftover chalkboard paint on the lids of pasta sauce jars. If you change the product in the container you can easily erase the lid as needed. I like my items to match 🤷♀️
Hi!! I'm just now starting the journey to a zero waste life and I would love for you to share how you shave! Thank you for sharing everything it's so inspirational and helpful!
Ive been trying to transition to a less wasteful lifestyle and Ive been following your videos for awhile but I am also sortve a germaphobe and I dont remember you discussing it, but I'm curious what you do for your under garments and if you buy those second hand as well? It would be interesting to learn about how you handle that and you mentioned toilet paper and Ive watched other youtubers who use reusable cloth toilet paper and curious if youll ever attempt or explore other options for toilet paper or if you just buy a more sustainable brand? Some of these questions are personal but just generally curious because many zero waste youtubers dont discuss that side and Id like to hear your opinions because Ive been debating what to do myself when I start to make those transitions. :)
Jessica Lynn I’m pretty sure she said in a previous video that undies was one of the areas she isn’t a “perfect zero waster” as she gets these new. Not sure I would buy used undies either, it’s probably best to go for higher quality natural materials that will last longer and degrade when you do have to throw them out?
No, these questions are great!! I personally am not comfortable buying secondhand undies (unless I theoretically got lucky and found someone who had never worn them and was giving them away or something, then I would think about it). I also have really distinct style of undies that I prefer (I dunno why but I know I'm not alone in this haha) and that's something that's oddly really important to me, since it's such a personal thing, like a base-layer, that makes me feel "me". I've really been trying to make use of the pairs that I already own, and wearing them for as long as I can. I try to take best care of them, and if possible, stitch them up to make their lifespan longer. I haven't had much of a budget, and most of the sustainable/ethical companies out there, are pretty pricey. So I definitely had one slip-up where I bought some from the same place I used to buy from in high school. I'm not perfect. But it's so hard when one place is 5 pairs for $27 and the others are more than that for one pair. But there certainly are lots of companies that I can't wait to support, now that I'm slightly less "unemployed" than I was for the last three years haha. I have a few of them on my "ethical/sustainable brand recommendations" blog post! I usually try to update that page as I find more brands I like and there is a section for undergarments! But I'm definitely not perfect in this area. But I hope to get better in the future! I really think that taking care of the pieces we have, and prolonging their life is important! And then I also prioritize buying organic natural materials, and GOOD QUALITY items to have to buy less overall in time 💛 I've also chatted with a few incredible sustainable undies companies recently and I may perhaps share about them for anyone looking and who has the budget! I think that would be helpful. As for toilet paper, I personally use paper that comes wrapped in paper, as opposed to plastic. I'm not sure how I feel about cloth tp, and I don't really see myself trying that until I have my own house and don't live with roommates. I'm also REALLY curious about installing a bidet-style thing too! So, definitely two areas that I'm not 'perfect' in, but have definitely improved over the years, and I think that's important! Everything has to happen as your budget, lifestyle, and living situation allows for it 💛
Hi! All the stuff you talk about, like travel cutlery and all, I like them all. But they seem like a lot to carry around. I'm curious, what does your day-to-day bag look like? I'd love to know what zero-waste ideas you " "wear" outside.
What is your DIY hair gel spray recipe? I have a bunch of gel That’s too heavy to use on my hair but I would love to be able to find a way to use it up. Also I have a whole stack of handkerchiefs and I stash them everywhere and I love them. I haven’t bought tissues in 10 years. They’re also more gentle on the face and on the baby’s face.
Runny nose person as well (like you I've been dealing with this all my life - people keep asking me if I have a cold) and I use paper tissues. I've been using hankies as a kid and personally found them disgusting and not very hygienic. I just buy tissues on boxes and stuff few in my pocket when I'm going out. On the shampoo bar - I've very fine, straight hair and find that shampoo bars make my hair really greasy. I prefer rye flour and use a liquid shampoo every few days when my hair is starting to look limp. I'm lucky to be able to get my shampoo from a zero waste shop though, I refill my old bottle. Love the decor in the flat btw, looks so comfy and the coffee table is to die for x
Thank you! A few things have changed. Mainly in my lifestyle/diet habits though! And I ONLY wash my face with cleanser at the end of a day when I had makeup on that day (maybe 3 times a week). I’m going to make an updated skin video soon! 💛
Yes! That’s what I use for my styling gel! Been using it for more than a year now and LOVE it 💛 I’m hoping I can make my wave spray with it when I run out of my store bought gel that I use a small portion of to make my wave spray now x
I have found some conditioner bars that I love, but I have yet to find a good shampoo bar. I use shampoo from Plaine Products or Salon Solids! Both companies give great alternatives for those who can’t use shampoo bars, or haven’t found one for them! Plaine Products are pricey, but their shampoos last me 6+ months and they have a completely circular business method. I also bought reusable hankies and use them constantly! I even take them out with me. I have a deviates septum and sinus issues and they save me from wasting a lot of tissues.
Would you consider seeing if Foreo would send you one of their Issa toothbrushes and doing a review? I've been looking for a zero waste electric toothbrush, and that was the closest one I could find. There's VERY mixed reviews, glowing and negative. A big thing is people saying it stop works after roughly 4 months of use? I'm so on the fence!
There’s so much crap on the market that appeal to the eco-aesthetic and ppl buy them bc it temporarily quells the shopping urge and they think they need it to be eco-friendly when the best thing to do if u actually need something is to first try to thrift it
How do you all get the smell out of jars? Mine always smell like whatever was in there, no matter how well they've been washed. I want to reuse them, but I don't want my homemade blackberry chia jam to taste like pickled jalepenos, ya know?
Please make a video about shampoo bars and conditioner🙏🦝 I tried couple of them and still haven't found the right ones for me. I'd appreciate your tips! ❤️
I know this video is old but do you still enjoy using your safety razor? I bought one and then promptly lost it, but the times I did use it i bled everywhere lol so I'm wondering if I should repurchase/is there a learning curve?
I think the most zero waste tools in stores aren't that sustainible, because you have to reuse them so many times, that it is better to make them from things you already have or buy them secondhand. I always feel guilty if In buy things to minimize my waste.
I definitely agree! Up-cycling is always better! BUT when you're buying a tool from a company with an incredible mission, I personally think that's more sustainable, as you're voting for a more sustainable circular economy in doing that. That's definitely up for debate, but my personal activism angle is that change happens through shifting our economy 💛
Do you even find like BIG jars at thrift stores? I have been trying to find or get some big jars for bulk things like grains and beans and flour and sugar. I just have been struggling to find some, so I was considering buying some from Ikea. Do you have any tips?
If you eat pickles, I find you can get them in really big jars that are a GREAT size for storing stuff that you use a lot, like flour and beans and grains. My mom also saves her pickle jars for me because she goes through them a lot, haha!
Just keep in mind, the mouth of the jar might not be wide enough to put a dry measuring cup in, to scoop.. So maybe they wouldn't be ideal for flour. I use mine for beans, rice, and pasta, and I just pour into a measuring cup.
@@kassiharris2159 my friends have a big jar but they have jalapenos in there right now. We don't really buy pickles but I think my parents do. I'll have to see. Thanks.
Not a stupid question at all! I typically rub it in between my hands to get a lather going. While I'm doing that, I make sure my hair is getting properly soaked. I've definitely found that my hair has to be really really wet for it to work best. Then I rub that lather over the top of my head and rub the bar itself on the top of my head, down my hair a bit, and I'll also lift up some sections of my hair to get underneath the top layer to get it all over my scalp. And then I put the bar down and lather with my hands as normal. And then once I rinse, I rub my conditioner bar along the ends of my hair (never touching my scalp) and sometimes use an applicator bottle filled with half apple cider vinegar & half water, over my scalp to balance the pH levels a bit. I haven't been ACV rinsing lately but I do notice that it also cuts down the buildup from the shampoo that I sometimes get. Hope that helped! 💛x
I use all the hair products in my recent updated hair care routine video! I love the JR Ligetts Tea Tree/Hemp shampoo right now, but I'm definitely actively trying new ones to recommend for others that find that one doesn't work for them 💛
What is the coffee cup that you like? I'm dying to know. I haven't purchased one yet so I've been avoiding buying coffee altogether but I would love to know!
What brand of shampoo/conditioner bar do you buy? 20 years ago the Mall of America had a store called Basin that sold shampoo bars and I loved them but the store was ahead of its time and closed. I see/hear a lot about Lush but that seems too expensive to me. TIA
I have a video with my current hair care routine! It shows all the products I use to wash/style/etc. 💛 It was posted early 2019 if ya search hair care routine on my channel. Hope that helps!! xo
Tracy N It totally does, at least it worked for me (wavy hair, sensitive scalp). I also only had to wash my hair four days later because it was clean and didn’t smell at all. You just have to rub the shampoo bar directly on your scalp (if you’re allergic to some things, try wetting and rubbing it on your wrist and check for any reaction first) and lather up well.
its things like the thrifting why i want to move to seattle vs where i live now. people here are like "oh this is still good" to ratty old stuff that literally is so broken beyond repair. They DONATE BROKEN JARS???? I have a broken jar in my car so next time i have to go to the dump (they have a section for recycling) i can recycle it. . . . cant justify keeping broken jars. But i can justify buying my favorite marinara at whole foods because it has 0 sugar, its ingredients are good, its organic, AND the jar is perfect for reuse! sorry ranting. Moving away from this little hell hole i live in and moving to somewhere better.
ok this so random and unrelated but I totally have the same problem with my nose! Just constantly running! So I was wondering how you get on with your nose piercing? I've always wanted to get mine pierced but never sure if I could cope with it. xx
My entire zero waste hair care routine is up on my channel! Along with a few other videos of hair care products I’ve tried. But I use the Jr Liggetts Tea Tree and Hemp bar right now and love it for my scalp type 💛
Hello! New to your channel, got it from a suggestion on a vegan page. Anyways, I really wish you would have shown the products your mentions or posted a thumbnail 😕 I am barely dipping my toe into reducing my human footprint. So my knowledge is very limited and pics would be appreciated 🙏🏼
im trying to minimize my waste but one thing i always use is Q tips when i get mascara on my eyelid. what can i use thats small and precise like that instead of Q tips that i use once or twice and then throw away
another option would be an old washed mascara wand or an eyebrow spoolie! it’s just scratchy enough to flick off the excess mascara, as long as you wait for it to completely dry :)
Glad to see there are wonderful people out here going zero waste!! Hard to do I commend you for it. I started my OWN TH-cam CHANNEL to track my journey. All vegan and cruelty free products reviews and tutorials to making your own products. Check it out and see my journey on going zero waste!
i don't actually think your bamboo straws will go bad. It's the same idea behind chopsticks and and I have never seen anyone throw away wooden (non-one use) chopsticks in the (Asian) country I live in...
I know 🙈I meant to but because I'm still moving into my apartment right now, I didn't have half of them with me and it was a bit of a mess/sea of things behind the camera to find the others. But they're all featured in several of my other videos! And also always on my "kit" page on my website (which sedonachristina.com/kit), if that helps! 💛
My favourite swap was using a menstrual cup (so much less waste, so much cheaper, can be used for 12 hours not just 3-4) aMAzINg!!!
Emilia Hesler Osztafi I love mine!
YES! I love that! I feel like I've always had a love-hate relationship with mine and am still learning the ropes, even after 2 years of using it haha. But I know I'll get there! 💛
Yes! !! As much as I dred fussing with it at the beginning and end of the day, it's so nice to not have to buy or change tampons. I would never go back.
Yas it's amazing! Honestly it probably is my best buy as well! I'm trying to get every gal I know to use them ahaha!
Instead of having a menstrual cup, i got an IUD - no more periods plus anticonceptive and you change it every 5 years. Idk if its cheaper or less waste but it feels more eco friendly
i love the bulk buying culture in Western Australia (not sure about the rest of the world, but i don’t see anyone else talking about it lol) because it’s almost expected that shops have a bin full of donated jars for people to use for free instead of buying knew ones.
I have now switched to only bar soap for my face, shower, hair, even lotion and it is amazing for traveling! No need to mess with the liquid restrictions or mess of an exploding bottle.
YES! Gotta love it! I have always been that person that gets sooooo paranoid that my liquid products will leak everywhere when traveling (definitely happened to me when I was younger and scarred my for life haha) and it is SO nice to not have that lingering in my mind. So I totally relate haha! I'm still working on finding a bar soap that works for my face, but I have faith! 💛
@@SedonaChristina Definitely have that same fear! And always the fear of forgetting to take out liquids and getting pulled aside by security. 😫 Hopefully you can find a good bar face soap! I have had my bar for so long, I don't even remember what kind it was...(yay for bars that last long!)
What sort of container do u put ur bar soap in?
@@jadejade5303 Wow, this is super late for me to reply. Honestly, I like to put my soap bars in tins; it works well and doesn't take up much space :)
Wow I never knew even lotion! Thanks. I’m new to this.
regret:
- travel cutlery
- bamboo straws
- buying new mason jars
- buying hanky/s
- reusable cotton rounds
essentials:
- hydroflask travel mug
- metal straws
- upcycled/thrifted jars
- produce bags
- grocery/tote bags
fave general lifestyle swaps:
- general makeup swaps
- shampoo/conditioner bars
- less-waste wav (diy gel spray thing)
- secondhand shopping/thrifting
thank you 💓💓💓
Thankyou
Tysm 💜
Too late) I have already watched the video
Thanks for making your own version of this video
Omg 😮 love seeing you in these comments! ❤
The message of this video is "Think first before buying things that you find interesting". This is what I learned in this video.
Omg I totally fell for the Starbucks branding too!! Now I just carry a Starbucks tumbler with my own cheap coffee in it :)
Honestly so oddly comforting that I'm not alone in this one haha 💛But I'm so glad that we both saw through it and found a solution that really works for us! Sending ya heaps of love on this fine Friday! x
I think we’re just trained by marketing to want to carry Starbucks or other coffee brands as a status symbol but if you just buy one of their reusable cups then bam 💥 problem solved 😁
I actually love my travel utensils. It came in a cute bag, and they stay in my locker at work, since that’s the only place I use them (they only have individually wrapped plastic utensils). And I second upcycling jars. Salsa and jelly jars are the best!
I love that! I think all the tools that we use are so personal. What matters/works to one person, might not matter to someone else. That's what makes it an intentional lifestyle. We get to know our own needs, styles, and preferences 💛
I use gift bags sometimes when I shop aldi😂 happy birthday. Merry Christmas. Congrats on your baby. I reuse big sturdy gift bags. Especially if its fabric or has fabric straps.
I cut up an old tank top to use as a hankie as well as (after washing it) a napkin when necessary. It also works well to carry cutlery in my bag with. A bandanna from Walmart works really well too and is nice and cheap.
Maybe you heard that already or somebody else have mentioned that here (I didn't find). It seems that paper actually makes it worth for the running nose. I have this problem myself and I feel that with hankies it is way better. Probably there is some kind of paper "dust" on the paper things which comes to your nose and provokes more of a running nose.
I am definitely happy to switch to hankies. I change mine every day and carry around in a small pouch I had in my home without use and it all feels now very clean and convenient. I love this swap ) ))
Mariia Fedkevych wow thanks for sharing! I seem to have a constant mild runny nose so will have to try hankies!
@@cherylcakes I hope it will become better!
You’re awesome! Your excitement about zero waste and sustainable living is contagious. Thank you for making it fun and showing people that it isn’t as hard or expensive as people make it out to be!
I bought one of those keep cups impulsively one day at a coffee cart - because it was so darn cute! I was so distracted trying to decide what coffee I wanted I didn't realise the price until the coffee was already inside it! 😭 I used it as much as possible but because it's glass and doesn't have a handle, the practicality of it wasn't great for actual use, because when it's filled with a hot drink you just can't hold it properly. As much as I liked the fact that it fit into most of my handbags, I bought a thermal mug with a handle and I don't have to worry about it breaking in my bag or dropping and breaking it. Sigh. It's still so cute though!
Oh, I, too, have the forever runny nose! And I LOVE ❤️ my hankies! I thrift them, and they are always new! My face towels and kitchen towels too! Cloth napkins make great dish towels. Love watching you! Oh yeah, going in retail stores really give me anxiety when I know I can thrift it for a better price!
Girl I went through 15 different shampoo bars before I found one I liked, but it was so worth it.
Alex Brook do you mind telling me a few you’ve tried that you didn’t like, and the one you do like
Have also found that terry cloth is difficult to wash clean. To reduce laundry and ensure towels are clean, I use linen fabric such as those large flour sack towels as bath towels. Two are sufficient for someone even with long hair.
I hear you on the reusable cotton rounds! I didn't buy any but I have always just used my face cloth for anything that I would need a cotton round for. I DO have some cotton rounds that I use to remove finger nail polish with. I have not figured out anything better since nail polish doesn't really wash out of anything. Truthfully I have only put polish on my toes twice since last May anyway.
Cotton rounds are so easy to make, I made like 50 for under $10 and I love them so much.
Ooh what kind of fabric did you make them from? I've wanted to make mine for ages but wondering what fabric to use for filling
@@ciarapixie5928 I literally went to the fabric store and picked out something that was soft. It took me about three hours to trace/cut/sew the edges, which really isn't bad for like 50 rounds.
Is there a tutorial somewhere?
or you could literally just use your hands lmao
So funny, because hankies are my FAVE. They're so much softer on my nose :)
I also made this great cuticle cream / lotion / pomade that I love because it's compact and shelf stable, but I'm super intrigued by your flaxseed gel
I use my travel cutlery when I go away and I absolutely adore mine, but I did buy a cheap set off amazon
I have a Starbuck's reusable cup I got for free while I worked there. I take it everywhere for coffee drinks. (I also have a water bottle, but I got that glass at Target.) It lets me keep the way I feel carrying a branded item, but I also get to save the planet more - and most places (Starbuck's included) offer discounts if you bring your own cup.
When buying anything used, or even new for that matter, setting it out in the sun for a few hours will help to disinfect it. Then wash it and make sure it dries completely.
It makes cleaning easier to use furniture with removable, washable coverings.
A note about reusable bags: *YOU NEVER HAVE TO BUY REUSABLE BAGS EVERRRRR.* Unless you're intent on your shopping bags keeping up with your beige/white ~aesthetique~, you can very easily make your own bag out of an old t-shirt in under 10 minutes with only a pair of scissors (no sewing required). The bag is SUPER durable, you can wash it easily (it's a t-shirt, remember? just throw it in the wash), and you can use it for everything - shopping, groceries, gym bag, etc. Plus they are easily rolled or tied up to store small. Make 10 of them, put some in your car, some at home, give them to friends.
Here are the instructions: www.mommypotamus.com/no-sew-t-shirt-tote-bag-tutorial/
Don't get too scared about the tying knots technique -- just tie knots until it looks sealed, making sure you tie each piece twice. You can always re-tie them over time.
They are super easy to come across at thrift stores
Sorry but I don't think so... t-shirt material is not durable and also not good for transporting heavy things :(
I know how to sew and honestly hand sewing it is miles easier and faster
haha i honestly think im also known as the girl with the hydro flask in my close environment... but being hydrated is just so important!
I grew up in California and Reuse, Recycle, Rot has always been a way of life (yes I know I am missing some “R”s there lol). Since high school I have unintentionally gone more towards “minimalism” and “low-waste.” It started when I decided that I didn’t want to buy books (we are major bibliophiles) unless I truly loved the book or couldn’t find it anywhere to borrow, I also look to second hand stores for them first even when gifting them to others. The second swap was changing my beauty routine to oil cleansing and ACV and getting more natural shampoo (I have always used bar soap).
Since these swaps I discovered low-waste and all the great swaps that can be made and have been slowly transitioning as I use up what I have. My favorites have been safety razor and cloth pads. Still on the journey but I love having reusable plastic free (mostly) alternatives, can’t wait to try shampoo bars.
Pillows are huge landfill contributors, and never really wash clean. You can test this by putting dye in the middle of the pillow stuffing, then washing it. An alternative pillow is down cycled fluffy fabric or clothing inside a pillowcase. Easy to wash clean.
Hello! Discovered your videos today and I'm obsessed. Love your personality and outlook. And your hair! It's gorgeous!
my favorite thing to use in replace of mason jars are mostly used candles, my family has so many so all you have to do is depot the candle (there are many ways to do it) and then you can use them to store things! like diy face wash/makeup remover or even for bars of soap, and then on top of that you can use the depoted wax as a candle melter!
Hi from Finland:) thanks for all your great tips and fun videos! I think it's funny how you always point out how you're "not doing zero-waste perfectly" etc, like with your makeup, you do it so much better than the most and inspire a bunch of people. If we all could do as much as you, this unsustainable system could really be changed! we should all be proud of at least trying to be more sustainable and caring about these things:)
You're SO right! I sometimes say things just because I'm scared of getting rude (/misunderstanding my whole mojo) comments and I really need to stop doing that. I am so proud of all the changes I've made and the activism I do in my own way. Thank you so much for reminding me! I think I need to make a statement about this because it's something that has really been bothering me for a little while now 💛Sending you so so much love! x
@@SedonaChristina I get you, and I am really self-conscious in a similar way! But when we just think a bit about what some of our friends with not-so-sustainable lifestyles do it puts things into perspective:) But I'm really glad I found your channel and it'd be cool to maybe hear more about self-love and dealing with insecurities and such... but I also understand if you don't want too serious content that's not so sustainability-related! :D take care:)
In Switzerland we do not use
drinking straws. (Maybe only
a few restaurants that are non
Swiss like Mac Donalds. But one
had to close down due to all the
pollution that was lying around from their place. This was mostly
tourists.) Jolly good show as well.
Planet Hollywood did not last long
here either.
My favourite straw is one my mum bought me a while back which is basically a soft silicone tube with a metal casing so it bends without cutting off, but doesn't just....flop. It's foldable, sturdy, amy favourite thing about it is that the silicone protudes out at either end meaning there's a soft mouthpiece you can bite if you're like me! I also love the straw set my sister bought me from Singapore, which came with a short, narrow straw which is now my pocket straw so I always have a little one with me if I forget my foldable one or if I'm just popping somewhere.
Most-loved product so far though has to be my new Denttabs with fluoride from my nearest refill stall. I've Sharpied an old Extra gum tub and glucose testing strip pot for home (Extra tub) and travel (testing strip pot): they've got copper-coloured teeth on the lids with smiley faces, copper edging on the lids, and 'Dentifrice' in copper around the bodies. I can fit nearly a month's worth of Denttabs in the small pot which is awesome, and they're so refreshing...plus they have fluoride so they are literally the whole package, and for the first time in my life I can't wait to see the dentist so I can wax lyrical to him as well lmao
Have you tried menstrual cups? You can use them for like 5 years and don’t need tampons/pads anymore 😊
If you are interested in bamboo straws for a reusable option instead of metal or glass straws, I got mine from Kawayan Bamboo! It's a small business in Oklahoma, the woman who owns/runs the business has bamboo growing on her property that was planted years ago by someone else, and since bamboo is invasive in North America it's actually great because she's cutting it down to make these straws! I really liked buying my straws from here since I know exactly how the bamboo was sourced/harvested! She has a tik Tok channel too if you want to see the bamboo firsthand
This has nothing to do with the amazing video but the image in your sofa is the Mexican national symbol haha just for you to know
for me the cotton swap was really amazing but it's true that I could have cut off a towel! and the menstrual cup, produce bags and second hand shop as much as I can ! great video once again 😍
You should check out Face Halo if you don’t like the reusable coton pads :) sustainable too and recyclable! Xx
The thing I regret most is actually a useful article: A flask for DIY deodorant. However, since no deodorant recipe works for me, it currently serves as a container for shaving oil. I used my travel cutlery set only once, same goes for the bamboo coffee cup I bought. What was I thinking, I eat and drink at home all the time! When I made the swap to cloth hankies, I did not have to buy anything new because I already had five hankies. I had bought those years ago to dab of sweat, but I realized I could use them to blow my nose, too. I then got a batch of cloth handkerchiefs from my Grandma -- my late Grandpa hated disposable nose-blowers. Then there is some things I decided not to swap. I haven't gotten a silicone oven mat yet. I use my oven rarely, I don't always need a paper lining, and these can be reused once or twice, too. Not to mention that I still have a box of paper that I bought several years ago. Why throw out perfectly good stuff? That's simply misguided.
For those who can't use shampoo bars: try Plaine Products! I have finnicky hair and some scalp conditions that make shampoo bars just impossible (at least so far). After trying soooo many, I finally gave up because I felt like I was wasting more trying to get through the bar just to get through it and making my scalp very unhappy. Plaine Products has refillable vegan shampoo/conditioner that comes in aluminium packaging. You just order what you need, can choose to make it a subscription if you want, and when you need buy a refill you check that you do not need a pump and need a return label. When your refill comes in, you just mail back your empty and keep your pump (the pumps are plastic). It's a super easy process, and their shampoo/conditioners actually work for me. They have a few different scent options. They also sell body lotion, for those who don't like the 0-waste options which are typically very oily. They have other products too, and trial/travel sizes. Would highly recommend as someone who hasn't been able to make 0 waste shampoo and conditioner work. And also as someone who hates the oily DIY body lotions
Wow, I love your channel, and I'm making TH-cam videos for eco-conscious lifestyle too! Your channel is so much inspiration! Thank you for your remarkable contents for our planet 🥰
I just recently ordered a stainless steel cutlery set for the case it comes with so I can have it in my purse, mess free. It's coming this week but I wish I had it because I just went to a Crawfish seafood place for the first time yesterday with my friend and his four kids and I brought my silicone straws for us and felt good...but when I asked for a fork to peel and devein the shrimp (hack) since I couldn't really do it with the gloves, they gave me a plastic fork and my friend saw my face drop. I wish I had brought a fork! Lol
I for sure agree with you saying Mason jars aren't worth it. I have bought packs of them with the intent of using them to meal prep and honestly they are such an awkward shape. Now I just use them as cups but I wish I would've saved the money and bought jars and tubs from the thrift store.
Omg you look so much like Spencer from pretty little liars it’s giving me anxiety!
Wait omg!!!
oh my gosh ur so right!!
I was thinking she looked like Dodie Clarke
You are awesome!! Keep on what you are doingggg it's so important! We all need to go 0 waste 👍👏🙏👌
What do you use for garbage bags? I usually use plastic bags from the grocery store to re-purpose them a bit, but I'd love to cut them out completely. Looking for low-waste alternatives!
You can wash your garbage can, after you empty it. Also put a paper on bottom of can to make job easier.
Depending on where you live, waste management might not accept trash without a plastic bag, but if they do you could take your trash directly to a dumpster or other trash receptacle. I live in an apartment complex in Orlando and I am able to walk my trash can to the dumpster and empty it directly, but I also use washable trash can liner/inserts in case I accidentally throw something wet in there.
I also separate my waste into compostables (food waste, paper), recyclables (plastic, glass, cardboard), and non-recyclables (stickers, twisty ties, pizza boxes). You can also take commercially non-recyclable materials like plastic film to thin plastic recycling centers, or ship them to TerraCycle.
Courtney Rae Hey! where can you compost and recycle in orlando? my apartment complex doesn’t have either :/
@@elkeshultz4496 Ask your complex manager about getting a recycling dumpster from Orange County recycling; the city provides them for free and obviously picks up the recyclables for free as well, so it shouldn't be an issue to actually get one on the property. My complex got one because residents demanded it, and since it was free there was really no reason to say no. Hopefully it goes the same for you!
For compost I keep a small bin on my outdoor porch and add the finished compost to my potted garden. Orange County does have compost receiving as well, but I'm not sure where the drop off location is. If you can't use it yourself you can always offer it to community gardens.
www.orlando.gov/Trash-Recycling
I been using the Bar Non shampoo and conditioner from Ulta thanks to you that recommended in one of your videos the conditioner, and I been loving them, I have curly hair and they work perfectly fine with my curly hair. 🙌🏼
Had the same thoughts on cutlery, I actually bring real metal cutlery with me when need it, no problem at all carrying it around
Slightly off topic, but can you do a video to explain the use of patreon and how to incorperate it with youtube? I don't know if you do business sorts of videos, but I enjoy this channel and I would enjoy viewing your use of each and incorporating the two and the podcast.
You should do a video on what you do for a living and how you decide on that career path 😊 ( if you haven't already 😊)
noooi love my hanky hahaha use it everywhere all day everyday
I have been using a pick jar up cycled HOWEVER I was wondering if you or anyone you know has changed the lids? Maybe painted them? Mine has the pickle logo on it and I’d rather them be just a solid color. Thanks darling! Love you and your channel!!
Melissa Deitrick I used leftover chalkboard paint on the lids of pasta sauce jars. If you change the product in the container you can easily erase the lid as needed. I like my items to match 🤷♀️
Hi!! I'm just now starting the journey to a zero waste life and I would love for you to share how you shave! Thank you for sharing everything it's so inspirational and helpful!
Ive been trying to transition to a less wasteful lifestyle and Ive been following your videos for awhile but I am also sortve a germaphobe and I dont remember you discussing it, but I'm curious what you do for your under garments and if you buy those second hand as well? It would be interesting to learn about how you handle that and you mentioned toilet paper and Ive watched other youtubers who use reusable cloth toilet paper and curious if youll ever attempt or explore other options for toilet paper or if you just buy a more sustainable brand? Some of these questions are personal but just generally curious because many zero waste youtubers dont discuss that side and Id like to hear your opinions because Ive been debating what to do myself when I start to make those transitions. :)
Jessica Lynn I’m pretty sure she said in a previous video that undies was one of the areas she isn’t a “perfect zero waster” as she gets these new. Not sure I would buy used undies either, it’s probably best to go for higher quality natural materials that will last longer and degrade when you do have to throw them out?
No, these questions are great!!
I personally am not comfortable buying secondhand undies (unless I theoretically got lucky and found someone who had never worn them and was giving them away or something, then I would think about it). I also have really distinct style of undies that I prefer (I dunno why but I know I'm not alone in this haha) and that's something that's oddly really important to me, since it's such a personal thing, like a base-layer, that makes me feel "me". I've really been trying to make use of the pairs that I already own, and wearing them for as long as I can. I try to take best care of them, and if possible, stitch them up to make their lifespan longer. I haven't had much of a budget, and most of the sustainable/ethical companies out there, are pretty pricey. So I definitely had one slip-up where I bought some from the same place I used to buy from in high school. I'm not perfect. But it's so hard when one place is 5 pairs for $27 and the others are more than that for one pair. But there certainly are lots of companies that I can't wait to support, now that I'm slightly less "unemployed" than I was for the last three years haha. I have a few of them on my "ethical/sustainable brand recommendations" blog post! I usually try to update that page as I find more brands I like and there is a section for undergarments! But I'm definitely not perfect in this area. But I hope to get better in the future! I really think that taking care of the pieces we have, and prolonging their life is important! And then I also prioritize buying organic natural materials, and GOOD QUALITY items to have to buy less overall in time 💛
I've also chatted with a few incredible sustainable undies companies recently and I may perhaps share about them for anyone looking and who has the budget! I think that would be helpful.
As for toilet paper, I personally use paper that comes wrapped in paper, as opposed to plastic. I'm not sure how I feel about cloth tp, and I don't really see myself trying that until I have my own house and don't live with roommates. I'm also REALLY curious about installing a bidet-style thing too!
So, definitely two areas that I'm not 'perfect' in, but have definitely improved over the years, and I think that's important! Everything has to happen as your budget, lifestyle, and living situation allows for it 💛
Hi! All the stuff you talk about, like travel cutlery and all, I like them all. But they seem like a lot to carry around. I'm curious, what does your day-to-day bag look like? I'd love to know what zero-waste ideas you "
"wear" outside.
What is your DIY hair gel spray recipe? I have a bunch of gel That’s too heavy to use on my hair but I would love to be able to find a way to use it up. Also I have a whole stack of handkerchiefs and I stash them everywhere and I love them. I haven’t bought tissues in 10 years. They’re also more gentle on the face and on the baby’s face.
Can you do a video about where to buy and how to use a shampoo and conditioner bar?
Runny nose person as well (like you I've been dealing with this all my life - people keep asking me if I have a cold) and I use paper tissues. I've been using hankies as a kid and personally found them disgusting and not very hygienic. I just buy tissues on boxes and stuff few in my pocket when I'm going out.
On the shampoo bar - I've very fine, straight hair and find that shampoo bars make my hair really greasy. I prefer rye flour and use a liquid shampoo every few days when my hair is starting to look limp. I'm lucky to be able to get my shampoo from a zero waste shop though, I refill my old bottle.
Love the decor in the flat btw, looks so comfy and the coffee table is to die for x
I've never used a cotton round or anything like that. Just always used a wash cloth. Wash my face first then the rest of my body.
Your skin looks amazing!! Going to watch your skincare routine next! Have you changed or updated your skincare since your last upload?
Thank you! A few things have changed. Mainly in my lifestyle/diet habits though! And I ONLY wash my face with cleanser at the end of a day when I had makeup on that day (maybe 3 times a week). I’m going to make an updated skin video soon! 💛
You might like flaxseed gel for your hair. I haven’t tried it but I’ve seen a lot of curly youtubers use it!
Yes! That’s what I use for my styling gel! Been using it for more than a year now and LOVE it 💛 I’m hoping I can make my wave spray with it when I run out of my store bought gel that I use a small portion of to make my wave spray now x
I have found some conditioner bars that I love, but I have yet to find a good shampoo bar. I use shampoo from Plaine Products or Salon Solids! Both companies give great alternatives for those who can’t use shampoo bars, or haven’t found one for them! Plaine Products are pricey, but their shampoos last me 6+ months and they have a completely circular business method. I also bought reusable hankies and use them constantly! I even take them out with me. I have a deviates septum and sinus issues and they save me from wasting a lot of tissues.
Would you consider seeing if Foreo would send you one of their Issa toothbrushes and doing a review? I've been looking for a zero waste electric toothbrush, and that was the closest one I could find. There's VERY mixed reviews, glowing and negative. A big thing is people saying it stop works after roughly 4 months of use? I'm so on the fence!
There’s so much crap on the market that appeal to the eco-aesthetic and ppl buy them bc it temporarily quells the shopping urge and they think they need it to be eco-friendly when the best thing to do if u actually need something is to first try to thrift it
How do you all get the smell out of jars? Mine always smell like whatever was in there, no matter how well they've been washed. I want to reuse them, but I don't want my homemade blackberry chia jam to taste like pickled jalepenos, ya know?
You look is sooooo clear and pure..!!
Please make a video about shampoo bars and conditioner🙏🦝 I tried couple of them and still haven't found the right ones for me. I'd appreciate your tips! ❤️
Have you tried the Final Straw?
Very helpful
I had it in my head that I must have all matching mason jars lol why is this a thing?? I can use random containers I already have.
Hi there! Would you please show us how to do that gel deodorant? This is the first time I hear about that. Thanks.😊
I know this video is old but do you still enjoy using your safety razor? I bought one and then promptly lost it, but the times I did use it i bled everywhere lol so I'm wondering if I should repurchase/is there a learning curve?
the only bad thing about shampoo bars is that they can mess up your ph balance depending on your hair type.
That's why I always recommend an acv rinse for most shampoo bars :)
I think the most zero waste tools in stores aren't that sustainible, because you have to reuse them so many times, that it is better to make them from things you already have or buy them secondhand. I always feel guilty if In buy things to minimize my waste.
I definitely agree! Up-cycling is always better! BUT when you're buying a tool from a company with an incredible mission, I personally think that's more sustainable, as you're voting for a more sustainable circular economy in doing that. That's definitely up for debate, but my personal activism angle is that change happens through shifting our economy 💛
If you like to drink hot drinks with a straw (maybe your hands shake and it is easier) the metal ones are no good.
What shampoo and conditioning bar?!
My hair looks similar. So it might be a good one to try
My whole routine is in my updated hair care routine video 💛
I think the only thing I bought was a menst cup and a cheap cotton towel to make it into smaller rugs (I donçt own any ugly towels to destroy)
Love your hair !!
I regret buying a menstral cup. I couldnt ever get it to work. Now i just use thinx
Do you even find like BIG jars at thrift stores? I have been trying to find or get some big jars for bulk things like grains and beans and flour and sugar. I just have been struggling to find some, so I was considering buying some from Ikea. Do you have any tips?
If you eat pickles, I find you can get them in really big jars that are a GREAT size for storing stuff that you use a lot, like flour and beans and grains. My mom also saves her pickle jars for me because she goes through them a lot, haha!
Just keep in mind, the mouth of the jar might not be wide enough to put a dry measuring cup in, to scoop.. So maybe they wouldn't be ideal for flour. I use mine for beans, rice, and pasta, and I just pour into a measuring cup.
@@kassiharris2159 my friends have a big jar but they have jalapenos in there right now. We don't really buy pickles but I think my parents do. I'll have to see. Thanks.
@@alexiswickens no problem!
ok this might be a stupid question, but how do you use a shampoo bar? do you rub it straight on your hair or does it lather??
Not a stupid question at all! I typically rub it in between my hands to get a lather going. While I'm doing that, I make sure my hair is getting properly soaked. I've definitely found that my hair has to be really really wet for it to work best. Then I rub that lather over the top of my head and rub the bar itself on the top of my head, down my hair a bit, and I'll also lift up some sections of my hair to get underneath the top layer to get it all over my scalp. And then I put the bar down and lather with my hands as normal.
And then once I rinse, I rub my conditioner bar along the ends of my hair (never touching my scalp) and sometimes use an applicator bottle filled with half apple cider vinegar & half water, over my scalp to balance the pH levels a bit. I haven't been ACV rinsing lately but I do notice that it also cuts down the buildup from the shampoo that I sometimes get.
Hope that helped! 💛x
Ur hair 😍😍 omg
What shampoo bar do you use? I think I have a similar hair type to you and I haven't been able to find one that works for me yet.
Emily Weik I remember from a video where she mentioned a conditioner bar by bar none (I think?)
I use all the hair products in my recent updated hair care routine video! I love the JR Ligetts Tea Tree/Hemp shampoo right now, but I'm definitely actively trying new ones to recommend for others that find that one doesn't work for them 💛
I have curly hair, and I use the shampoo and conditioner by Bar non, you can get them at Ulta.
What is the coffee cup that you like? I'm dying to know. I haven't purchased one yet so I've been avoiding buying coffee altogether but I would love to know!
I use the 16oz. Hydroflask! It's INCREDIBLE!
What brand of shampoo/conditioner bar do you buy? 20 years ago the Mall of America had a store called Basin that sold shampoo bars and I loved them but the store was ahead of its time and closed. I see/hear a lot about Lush but that seems too expensive to me. TIA
I have a video with my current hair care routine! It shows all the products I use to wash/style/etc. 💛 It was posted early 2019 if ya search hair care routine on my channel. Hope that helps!! xo
Does the shampoo bar help with the waxy buildup on the scalp? Love your videos! 🌻
Tracy N It totally does, at least it worked for me (wavy hair, sensitive scalp). I also only had to wash my hair four days later because it was clean and didn’t smell at all. You just have to rub the shampoo bar directly on your scalp (if you’re allergic to some things, try wetting and rubbing it on your wrist and check for any reaction first) and lather up well.
its things like the thrifting why i want to move to seattle vs where i live now. people here are like "oh this is still good" to ratty old stuff that literally is so broken beyond repair. They DONATE BROKEN JARS???? I have a broken jar in my car so next time i have to go to the dump (they have a section for recycling) i can recycle it. . . . cant justify keeping broken jars. But i can justify buying my favorite marinara at whole foods because it has 0 sugar, its ingredients are good, its organic, AND the jar is perfect for reuse! sorry ranting. Moving away from this little hell hole i live in and moving to somewhere better.
ok this so random and unrelated but I totally have the same problem with my nose! Just constantly running! So I was wondering how you get on with your nose piercing? I've always wanted to get mine pierced but never sure if I could cope with it. xx
Hey fyi they have a medicine that will stop your nose from running. My ENT is the one who gave it to me. It is a game changer for sure.
What shampoo bars do you like?? I personally can't find one my hair seems to like!
My entire zero waste hair care routine is up on my channel! Along with a few other videos of hair care products I’ve tried. But I use the Jr Liggetts Tea Tree and Hemp bar right now and love it for my scalp type 💛
Hello! New to your channel, got it from a suggestion on a vegan page. Anyways, I really wish you would have shown the products your mentions or posted a thumbnail 😕 I am barely dipping my toe into reducing my human footprint. So my knowledge is very limited and pics would be appreciated 🙏🏼
im trying to minimize my waste but one thing i always use is Q tips when i get mascara on my eyelid. what can i use thats small and precise like that instead of Q tips that i use once or twice and then throw away
Es S Y a very small makeup brush with a tiny bit in concelear
Destiney Rosa omg idk why i couldnt think of that THANK YOU
another option would be an old washed mascara wand or an eyebrow spoolie! it’s just scratchy enough to flick off the excess mascara, as long as you wait for it to completely dry :)
Wait how do you make your wave gel?
There are two of my fave recipe options in my most recent 2020 hair care video 🥰
Do you use toilet paper? Bc you mentioned that for wiping ur nose, isn’t that considered waste? Idk just wondering love u vids :)
Liking all the new videos😄😄😄
Thank you! 💛
I have never seen your hydro flask. Please show me
what shampoo bar do you use?
The best thing I bought is a goddamn body sponge for the shower. I need like 1/4 of product when I use it.
I think this is cultural difference but what did you use before? I'm just curious
So pretty 😍
You have such nice hair!
bamboo is an invasive species
Glad to see there are wonderful people out here going zero waste!! Hard to do I commend you for it. I started my OWN TH-cam CHANNEL to track my journey. All vegan and cruelty free products reviews and tutorials to making your own products. Check it out and see my journey on going zero waste!
i don't actually think your bamboo straws will go bad. It's the same idea behind chopsticks and and I have never seen anyone throw away wooden (non-one use) chopsticks in the (Asian) country I live in...
you didn't show the things you love/regret... why? J'aimerais voire ca!
I know 🙈I meant to but because I'm still moving into my apartment right now, I didn't have half of them with me and it was a bit of a mess/sea of things behind the camera to find the others. But they're all featured in several of my other videos! And also always on my "kit" page on my website (which sedonachristina.com/kit), if that helps! 💛
@@SedonaChristina Oh! That makes a lot of sense! Your shot looked so put together, I totally thought you were settled already lol