Refinery29 Have a bag of reusable materials in your car. Then wherever you go you always will be able to reduce your waste, and don’t need to stress about forgetting your supplies!
it sucks bc if you’re not in a bigger city these products are way harder to find. The government needs to step in and mandate that these companies reuse and make products biodegradable and use less and recycled packaging.
Elainee Martini I only eat fish and turkey at this point and haven’t eaten dairy/any cow products in years. I’m just saying it’s very hard for an individual to make a big difference bc of how large scale these issues are. I will always support anyone trying to live a more green lifestyle and I do my best in my life as well.
YupYup--I was going to say, companies respond to market demand. I understand at first it might add to logistics for shipment, but finding products like these on Amazon (minus the refillable shops) and purchasing them overall tells the market where you want to place your money. When you support and shop small (and green!) the market will respond. It may take a while, but the change will come with each individual that acts on it. Every person makes a large difference, over time :)
You’re right, Ashley, but -in my opinion- everyone should start to do what they can. - Use mobile for taking notes instead of waste paper - Use compact soap instead of liquid - Use reusable bags for shopping - Don’t drink with straw - Discover some DIY beauty hacks - Cook instead of buy prepared meal at the supermarket - Bring your own tumbler to refill around - Do not use paper/plastic for eat and drink I think this is a great way to begin to care more about how we act on this planet, also is from the little steps that changes happen 😉
some small things that could help -use a reusable cup, straw, bag, etc -don’t eat out as much -thrift shop -compost -recycle -eat less meat -walk more (drive less) -turn off the lights that aren’t necessary -cook at home -buy less stuff in plastic -spread awareness There is so much more we can do this is just some!
Yes! Love this. I have been switching to more low waste products. It’s been so daunting to think about totally changing my ways. But changing as I go through my products is the best way I’ve been able to switch. My current problem is food waste. I’ve got to figure out somewhere to take my food waste since I’m in an apt and don’t really wanna try to create my own compost here. I think it’ll just be too messy! Love this video, definitely love seeing this stuff.
You can see if your apartment complex might look into hiring a compost service to pick up compost for the residents-- get a petition going and show them that theres demand. or you could see if theres a private compost service that you could pay for individually. also you could keep a big tupperware of compost in your freezer and than take it to a compost place near your if there is one!
There IS a way of composting for apartments, an under-the-sink bin with worms. The worms eat the compost and their poo is VERY good for planting in .. just a thought.
Zero waste is definitely cheaper when it comes to cosmetics. There are so many DIY recipes out there and it costs a fraction of the price of anything you can buy.
KeepingItNatural on Etsy has a great cake-style mascara that dries well, doesn't melt or flake, is buildable and lasts forever. The packaging is plastic free. I highly recommend!
For people talking about expensiveness of zero waste products, It's a lot about investment too. Many products I own will last me a long long time. Also saves the hassle of restocking often. ex: safety razor (gonna last me years) reusable wax food wraps, gonna last a year maybe a bit more. So it's also important to think about the product in terms of its life span! A lot of these items are just higher quality too, giving an overall higher quality experience beyond just 'aesthetic'
It’s a very expensive option, but the Curator mascara from Hourglass is a lower waste option. You have to buy the metal wand separately from the mascara, but you can keep it forever (if it somehow became damaged you could recycle it since it’s stainless steel). The mascara is supposed to last six months, not three and I can confirm mine is three months in and still fine with plenty in the little bottle. Once it’s empty I’m going to see if I can clean it out so I can recycle it. Even if I can’t, it’s way less plastic than traditional mascaras. If the Besame mascara held up to moisture better I’d use that with the wand. That’s probably the closest to no waste you could get for mascara.
Woooo thanks Mi-Anne! I'm really happy to see this kind of video on Refinery 29, it's such an important conversation to be having, especially in the beauty world! Hope to see MORE
You could also get every single one of those products at lush that's actually packaging free. I mean their makeup kinda sucks, but everything else is great. They have sulfate free shampoos now, naked face oils are great, you can really create a full skin and hair care routine without any plastic involved
I recently got Elate bronzer and lipstick and I'm obsessed! I also just got an eco friendly deodorant that can be refilled. I'm a makeup hoarder and I'm trying to get better and make better choices when it comes to beauty products.
You can use Mac makeup, after you’re done with them you can bring 6 items back to the store. They take them in for recycling and they give you a free lipstick. :)
Mmm Besame has a cake mascara that comes in tin packaging, it does come with a tiny plastic wrapped plastic brush, but def less than a normal mascara. Indie brands on Etsy seem to sell completely zero waste cake mascaras too, I haven't tried them but they might be the right option for a zero-waste individual!
You can use cake mascara/eyeliner it comes in a cardboard box and you use a eyebrow spoolie to put the mascara (washable) and a liner brush to apply the same product to the eyelid (kinda hard to use at first)
Kjaer Weis is a very good minimal waste company... they sell everything in metal then you can buy refills packaged in paper. It is pricy(your first purchase will be the most expensive because you are paying for the compact too) but after you buy the original compacts/ outer shells the prices are more reasonable. The mascara that they sell is recyclable when done and it comes with a metal outer shell and refills in paper.
I find it incredibly ironic that all this 'naked' packaging or recyclable beauty packaging is actually going BACK in time. Makeup in the 1920/30/40/50s all came in packaging like this; glass, aluminum, cardboard. Even revlon used to make a lipstick tube out of metal and you would simply buy the color and insert it into your steel tube, reusing it as many times as you would like. Many are still for sale on ebay. Shampoo was a powder in a cardboard box (much like former laundry detergent before liquid in a plastic bottle) Dish soap also was powder in a cardboard box. I have so many knitting/crochet books from the 1940/50s with patterns to make your own shopping bags. These ideas are not new, and isn't it weird to make the future better, we can look in our past for answers. Weird.
lush is starting to make makeup which is sold package-free and isn’t too expensive, like they have a lipstick wrapped in wax and you would put it in an empty tube. they look quite pigmented from what i’ve seen.
I would love to go zero waste but it's almost impossible in the city where I live, I wish people would embrace this lifestyle more and open Shops with zero-waste products
Depending on where you live there are not really options like that or they are super expensive, nor refillable stores, but everyone could try to choose products that have refills, that yes, usually come in plastic, but at least is less plastic?
Sad that there’s like no zero waste / package free store in my area Even tho i literally live around farms, there even are no farmer markets hhahha sucks to live in a small place If i wanted to go to a store, i’d have to drive to the other side of belgium
Tatiana Devos could you talk to the farmers closest to you and see if you could buy directly from them? It might cut out a little bit of your waste, even if it’s only your apples or whatever that you stop getting in packaging?
I really love the convince of solid shampoo bars but I’ve become really sensitive to sulfates and there are no easy to find but good shampoo bars that are sulfate free
Im so greatfull to this video, ive being reading so much about this, im from Chile and we dont have so many things but i like the idea to try the best. Thanks you ❤️
Admirable effort. But what is unsaid here is that there just isn't the recycling infrastructure to do this on a large scale. Ideally more companies and municipalities would be making more effort to implement strategies so that all consumer goods are recyclable. The same with compost.
Just so you know, you didn't use nearly enough sunscreen. SPF is tested using like a teaspoon worth. Using so little means that the SPF is much much lower than what the packaging says. Basically, if you want to put on enough sunscreen, put on what you think is good, then do it again.
I love Lauren Singer, and am a long-time fan as well as someone who aspires to be more zero-waste, but I want to say that the idea that you don't have to be wealthy (in time or money) to do zero waste does not totally ring true to me. Yes, you don't have to be of immense wealth; yes, it's cheaper to buy fewer products. But even making your own products requires physical and mental energy, time to do research, to make things, to potentially boil shea butters or etc and use lots of pots and pans. If you're someone with a disability, or who can barely afford to keep the roof over your head and the lights on, you probably have bigger concerns than how recyclable your shower products are. If you're someone who works a laborious, low-income job, then you might buy cheap, non-recyclable products out of necessity - or, because you can't aspire to products like Kjaer Weis because there's no money to go around. That isn't to say we can't *all* make some steps towards being more sustainable, and I totally encourage people to advocate for that, but to use that as a catch-all ignores a lot of systemic inequality and privilege.
Can we stop using Lauren as the zero waste/low impact standard. She grew up incredibly privileged and she continues to live privileged. She can afford the zero waste lifestyle that way because she has money, people with low income trying to live it have it so much harder. Also, it's easy when you live in a big city. Lauren is great, but a lot of people feel discouraged when they can't leave the way she does. Please in the future also interview with other low impact lifestyle bloggers, specially the ones who aren't as privileged as Lauren is.
While mascara isn't recyclable, a lot of wildlife organizations accept cleaned mascara wands that they then use to help clean the animals that come into their care. While they will end up in landfill eventually, at least they are reused for a period of time.
This etsy shop called CleanFaceCosmetics make my fave and great black or dark brown cake mascara (that you can use for mascara/eyebrow gel/eyeliner gel) that comes in an aluminum tin for you to recycle in the end, and it's delivered in a paper package to recycle. And now Etsy are offsetting carbon emissions with every order you make, it's a dream come true!! 💙😄
Zahra Ahmed no that’s not what he/she meant. Zero waste products or products with less packaging are really expensive, so a lot of people who would like to try and use them can’t ‘cause they simple can’t afford them.
Honestly I get it. But sometimes zero waste isn’t so much buying new and more environmentally friendly but just consuming less. If you still use plastic body washes and all that, don’t have 20 different variations of a scent or a collection or something. Stretch that one plastic bottle as long as you can and recycle it if you can. Are there parts of your makeup, skincare, shower routine that you don’t need? Some people don’t need to prime and bake, or don’t need 4 different cleansers. Instead of individual makeup wipes, maybe try oil cleansing and then rinsing and washing off. Buy second hand and make swaps where you can. Like refillable water bottles, reusable bags for shopping, metal or glass food containers, menstrual cups if u can afford the upfront cost etc etc. Honestly just simply being a more conscious consumer is enough sometimes and thinking before you bring anything into your home helps a lot. And a lot of swaps are free/cheap.
It is a massive failing on the part of the media to perpetuate the idea that individuals are responsible for the environmental problems we face. Yes, it’s important to live sustainably. Yes, there are lifestyle changes you can make that make small impacts. But let’s not forget that the bulk of the responsibility falls on industry and policy decisions. We need to start holding companies and industries accountable! Also, the recycling symbol is not a Möbius loop but I appreciate the effort to bring attention to cool math stuff!
Kyle Marie the responsibility is on both. Simply putting it on corporations and the government exempts the consumer too much. We elect these people into office and we tell businesses what to do when we give them our money. There are many changes people can make in their everyday life to reduce their carbon footprint. Yes a lot of the blame lies not with the consumer but 🤷🏾♀️ oh well. While change comes around we still have to do everything in our power to make things better. And most people don’t even bother thinking about doing the bare minimum. So consumers need to do a lot better and do need to be blamed. Because the little we can do isn’t even being done.
@@nairabee245 actually, majority of the blame does falls on the and of the manufactures, since they are the ones making plastic package because is cheaper than doing glass/aluminium/cardboard ones. we didn't have this probelm before, because a lot of products where made with more sutenable packaging, but now, because of the oil industry, who sells barrels of oil super cheap, plastic is everywhere. butthere are other ways to make plastic that is biodegradable (such as plastic made by brazilians with sugar cane).You have to understand that as long as the oil industry is comanding most of the economy, there won't be less plastic on the world. It would not matter if consumers want less plastic,because it will be the only (affordable) option we have.
Faby07aleixo I’m aware where the responsibility falls. And actual responsibility from both corporations and the government in terms of legislation would be great. Until that miracle happens, they’re are plenty of things consumers can do to make things better. Including putting pressure on these institutions to change. My point was that admitting who’s actually responsible doesn’t exempt you from doing your part. Yes it’s not our fault but there’s still a LOT consumers can do and they don’t even do the bare minimum sometimes.
This is an amazing video with an amazing message, and its great that more people are doing this. However we have to recognise that it is the big corporations who need to change, and don't feel guilty if you can't live like this: it's near impossible if you don't live somewhere like NYC or LA. Zero waste can be expensive and while it is a positive message the real change has to be made by amazon and apple etc. who are producing a large amount of waste. All this said it is a great step people are making and I encourage this 100%, but we don't need to blame ourselves for mistakes big corporations are making. :)
FforFreya hey! Great point! As consumers we can also influence these companies with our purchasing power, supporting products and companies that DO make a difference. And another point, that making your own products saves you money (but it costs you time). So it isn’t necessarily more expensive although there definitely is a misconception about this.
the only solution I have in my state I KNOW for sure is to shop at like Lush, and they also recycle all of there pots! They are also very expensive and I would have to drive all the way to town (20-30 miles) to get stuff there.
@@BlackBerryTrees And there's a big misconception that time doesn't = money. For poor people and disabled people, it does! Hell, some could argue that's the case for everyone lol! I digress. There are more people in the world who are busy working to survive that they don't have the luxury to take time to make beauty products. And let's not forget those of us who take longer to do certain tasks (or simply, can't) because we have different levels of mobility. So no, the idea that homemade (beauty) products are more expensive is not a misconception - *it's a fact for a lot of people when you factor in physical labor and time.*
FforFreya Yes definitely! Big corporations and the Government have to step in and make it easier for everyone to live a sustainable lifestyle. It shouldn’t be this difficult and expensive. I actually live in South Korea and the government recently banned Plastic Straws from Coffee Shops and using Plastic Cups when staying in the Coffeeshop and it has made so much impact. All Coffee shops now use cups and glasses, Less straws and paper straws, and personally I found to actually get plastic take out cups way less than before, since its also forbidden to ride the bus with open cups.
you're absolutely right! big business, usually run by many people you will see on the radical side of politics ( think blue) are saying that going green is the new way of life and they only talk and never act. Once they step in and up to make their products and actions more sustainable, the average person will have a difficult time being eco-aware and also not breaking the bank. The government needs to stop letting these companies control and influence them, open their eyes and see what needs to be done in order to be resource-wise, but also economically smart.
If you have a bareMinerals boutique nearby they also work with Terracycle. You can bring in any makeup or skincare product and you get rewarded points. The only bad thing is that technically they can only process 5 recyclables per visit because it would equal to having spent $5 in the store, but sometimes the employees will be able to scan more. :-) The program is available across the country, even in California where it’s typically harder to recycle cosmetics.
The issue is that if there's one piece of contaminated recycling (like a used pizza box) on the conveyor belt the whole lot gets binned. Not just that one item. Recycling seems sustainable but it really isn't as a single effort of waste reduction.
@@DarkBlueSkys .. a lot of coffee cups from take out are like this, that bonding of plastic and cardboard means it qualifies as neither one in terms of recycling .. sigh ..
What about going old school on Mascara and use cake mascara?! I believe Besame Cosmetics which has old hollywood glamour products packaged in reusable compacts. I believe they have a cake mascara.
@@SpiralBreeze it's a great idea! also they could made wands with materials that could be reciclable, like natural bristles and wood or aluminium. It's a pity that the world is still in the hands of oil companies :/
I'm really glad you gave this a try. Even though your job is not the most sustainable, it's important that you inform your viewers about how they can cut down on producing waste. Simple things like getting a reusable drink container or not accepting a plastic bag when shopping goes a long way ❤
Do you need to be wealthy to be zero waste? What Lauren says is true: this lifestyle can cut costs for some and there is always room for small improvements. That said, it is a luxury to choose to live with less or to choose to repair or reuse or make due. That choice in and of itself represents privilege. I appreciate you making mention of it since that aspect of this lifestyle is often ignored.
Any progress is good progress! It's free to bring your own cup and utensils. You can reuse plastic bags. And if someone can't afford some of these luxury products, one could add an extra day between hair washes, shavings, using less product (as an example, I used to put on deodorant before bed, as but I realized that it was unnecessary, so I stopped), use solid products as much as possible (vs. liquid), etc.
@@cultivatedkale2009 These are excellent tips and great suggestions! 👍It's just important to note things likes using products sparingly is something many folks have to do for different reasons. There's a lot we can learn from one another about being making due and doing without, one of my favourite zero-waste principles!
Terry Pratchett’s boot theory does a GREAT job of illustrating this. One pair of nice, high quality boots will last at least a decade. Buying cheap shoes, and lots of them over that time, will cost way more money but you need to have the startup funds to buy the nice boots. Poor people who need boots right now can’t save for those nice boots, so they keep buying the cheaper option. You can always cut some sources of waste, but-as you said-a Lot of “sustainable” products are luxuries.
This is a great idea but living in nyc myself for my entire life i realized that unpackaged food, makeup, households products and etc are really expensive. If you make enough to think these package-less products are cheap, then good for you for helping the planet but in all honesty most families are working from paycheck to paycheck and will buy what they can afford. If they can afford $3 chicken in plastic then they going to get it. They won’t care about the planet if they’re trying to survive
@Carol Machiatto I agree with you especially about the food cause that's what I do bo but personally alot of the makeup products not readily available in my area plus they are expensive especially for someone of my skin tone. I do what I can but I cannot justify spending that kind if money when I need that money to live.
@@talisabrown1585 Of course not everyone has the time to, but it's a lot cheaper to make your own products. I don't personally wear makeup or use beauty products myself, but I know others who are also zero waste saved money by making their own makeup.
That's exactly why it makes me sad when people don't talking about the privilege of zero waste or low waste, minimalist life styles. Company's also need to bear the burden as they are creating the waste.
oh no kidding, there is a video on that very item .. it's horrible to see children underground digging out this stuff .. so we can have sparkly eye lips cheeks .. sigh
Even if you recycle it could and does still end up in the regular trash facilities. Zero waste isnt really obtainable but being low waste is. Just make small changes and then what you can change do.
Lush does a package free foundation and make up line (even lipsticks) in the UK you can ship which is another thing, but they have great options to reduce waste!
Holy smokes I love the recycling programs for personal care stuff, thanks Mi Ann for dropping the links in the description box! We recycle most everything and are lucky to live in a city that has a good recycling program, but razors, beauty products, and shampoo bottles were something we could not do. This is super helpful and I will be showing my partner tonight.
Loved this as usual Mi Anne! I liked that you pointed out that you didn't buy a new toner because you have so many. Reducing your waste is a process and small habitual changes over time make it easer and less overwhelming. Online companies like Follain, Credo, and Thrive Market can give you access to lower waste cosmetic options if you don't live in a city with brick and mortar low-waste stores.
It's not about being 100% zero waste but taking even small steps to reduce your waste. Also being more conscious of what you are buying and doing so mindfully. Every little bit helps. I have been mostly zero waste for over 4 years and I am not 100% and know that I never will be.
Everyone needs to take their own small steps in zero waste. Don’t feel pressured to change ur entire life around. If there are things u just can’t live without due to all kinds of reasons.. look into other things u can live without. Not everyone can live zero waste in this time. But we can at least all try to make some changes
Lush UK has zero waste makeup that can be shipped internationally in cardboard, cellulose (compostable), and compostable packing peanuts. Its really cool!
Lush is working on a conplete zero waste (NO packaging) makeup line, there is a LOT of room for improvement and it isn’t available everywhere yet but they are improving constantly and it’s worth it for the Earth!
cotton dress shirts, cut into rounds and sown together also work as eco-friendly cotton pads (also fun to have mix and match patterns). Thanks for sharing all these options!
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Refinery29 Have a bag of reusable materials in your car. Then wherever you go you always will be able to reduce your waste, and don’t need to stress about forgetting your supplies!
@@mayapedersen6841 Love this!
Get wash clothes to replace paper towels.
Refinery29 use the lush slapstick foundation 👍xx
Using makeup with sustainable packaging
it sucks bc if you’re not in a bigger city these products are way harder to find. The government needs to step in and mandate that these companies reuse and make products biodegradable and use less and recycled packaging.
Ashley Miller then stop eating meat. That’s one way you can help
Elainee Martini I only eat fish and turkey at this point and haven’t eaten dairy/any cow products in years. I’m just saying it’s very hard for an individual to make a big difference bc of how large scale these issues are. I will always support anyone trying to live a more green lifestyle and I do my best in my life as well.
Sephora sells a few of these, elate os an online store with affordable shipping.
YupYup--I was going to say, companies respond to market demand. I understand at first it might add to logistics for shipment, but finding products like these on Amazon (minus the refillable shops) and purchasing them overall tells the market where you want to place your money. When you support and shop small (and green!) the market will respond. It may take a while, but the change will come with each individual that acts on it. Every person makes a large difference, over time :)
You’re right, Ashley, but -in my opinion- everyone should start to do what they can.
- Use mobile for taking notes instead of waste paper
- Use compact soap instead of liquid
- Use reusable bags for shopping
- Don’t drink with straw
- Discover some DIY beauty hacks
- Cook instead of buy prepared meal at the supermarket
- Bring your own tumbler to refill around
- Do not use paper/plastic for eat and drink
I think this is a great way to begin to care more about how we act on this planet, also is from the little steps that changes happen 😉
some small things that could help
-use a reusable cup, straw, bag, etc
-don’t eat out as much
-thrift shop
-compost
-recycle
-eat less meat
-walk more (drive less)
-turn off the lights that aren’t necessary
-cook at home
-buy less stuff in plastic
-spread awareness
There is so much more we can do this is just some!
Great tips. Thank you for sharing
You high fiving your cat was my favorite part of this video
ahahaha .. thought I was the only one that was going to comment on that! Gooooood kitty ..
I'm so happy this video addressed greenwashing and the fact that not all plastic is recycled. Thank you!
Yes! Love this. I have been switching to more low waste products. It’s been so daunting to think about totally changing my ways. But changing as I go through my products is the best way I’ve been able to switch. My current problem is food waste. I’ve got to figure out somewhere to take my food waste since I’m in an apt and don’t really wanna try to create my own compost here. I think it’ll just be too messy! Love this video, definitely love seeing this stuff.
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You can see if your apartment complex might look into hiring a compost service to pick up compost for the residents-- get a petition going and show them that theres demand. or you could see if theres a private compost service that you could pay for individually. also you could keep a big tupperware of compost in your freezer and than take it to a compost place near your if there is one!
I thought it would be daunting at first too, but then simplifying my life in this way almost became an addiction (in a good way) lol.
There IS a way of composting for apartments, an under-the-sink bin with worms. The worms eat the compost and their poo is VERY good for planting in .. just a thought.
Zero waste is definitely cheaper when it comes to cosmetics. There are so many DIY recipes out there and it costs a fraction of the price of anything you can buy.
For a second I thought this was about dumpster diving for makeup😅
+masseiy Stay tuned! 👀
Me too!!!
Me too 😂😂
Refinery29 YES PLEASE.
KeepingItNatural on Etsy has a great cake-style mascara that dries well, doesn't melt or flake, is buildable and lasts forever. The packaging is plastic free. I highly recommend!
For people talking about expensiveness of zero waste products, It's a lot about investment too. Many products I own will last me a long long time. Also saves the hassle of restocking often. ex: safety razor (gonna last me years) reusable wax food wraps, gonna last a year maybe a bit more. So it's also important to think about the product in terms of its life span! A lot of these items are just higher quality too, giving an overall higher quality experience beyond just 'aesthetic'
It’s a very expensive option, but the Curator mascara from Hourglass is a lower waste option. You have to buy the metal wand separately from the mascara, but you can keep it forever (if it somehow became damaged you could recycle it since it’s stainless steel). The mascara is supposed to last six months, not three and I can confirm mine is three months in and still fine with plenty in the little bottle. Once it’s empty I’m going to see if I can clean it out so I can recycle it. Even if I can’t, it’s way less plastic than traditional mascaras. If the Besame mascara held up to moisture better I’d use that with the wand. That’s probably the closest to no waste you could get for mascara.
Woooo thanks Mi-Anne! I'm really happy to see this kind of video on Refinery 29, it's such an important conversation to be having, especially in the beauty world! Hope to see MORE
+nancygander So glad this matters to you, too!
You could also get every single one of those products at lush that's actually packaging free. I mean their makeup kinda sucks, but everything else is great. They have sulfate free shampoos now, naked face oils are great, you can really create a full skin and hair care routine without any plastic involved
Also, 100% pure is a waste free mascara and Aether is now at Sephora, they have a zero waste eye shadow pallet.
I recently got Elate bronzer and lipstick and I'm obsessed! I also just got an eco friendly deodorant that can be refilled. I'm a makeup hoarder and I'm trying to get better and make better choices when it comes to beauty products.
One person can make a difference and everyone should try. ~JFK. This is something I live by, & It's my favorite saying.
You can use Mac makeup, after you’re done with them you can bring 6 items back to the store. They take them in for recycling and they give you a free lipstick. :)
Mmm Besame has a cake mascara that comes in tin packaging, it does come with a tiny plastic wrapped plastic brush, but def less than a normal mascara. Indie brands on Etsy seem to sell completely zero waste cake mascaras too, I haven't tried them but they might be the right option for a zero-waste individual!
You can use cake mascara/eyeliner it comes in a cardboard box and you use a eyebrow spoolie to put the mascara (washable) and a liner brush to apply the same product to the eyelid (kinda hard to use at first)
Kjaer Weis is a very good minimal waste company... they sell everything in metal then you can buy refills packaged in paper. It is pricy(your first purchase will be the most expensive because you are paying for the compact too) but after you buy the original compacts/ outer shells the prices are more reasonable. The mascara that they sell is recyclable when done and it comes with a metal outer shell and refills in paper.
Try the body shop, it sell makeup too and the best part is you can return all the empties packaging to the shop
Using reusable cotton pads from amazon (you just wash with clothing) is my favorite thing and saves money
There are some companies that take a clean mascara wand to help get rid of fleas and ticks plus parasites from wild or stray animals
For waste free foundation you can use the lush slapstick!
I find it incredibly ironic that all this 'naked' packaging or recyclable beauty packaging is actually going BACK in time. Makeup in the 1920/30/40/50s all came in packaging like this; glass, aluminum, cardboard. Even revlon used to make a lipstick tube out of metal and you would simply buy the color and insert it into your steel tube, reusing it as many times as you would like. Many are still for sale on ebay. Shampoo was a powder in a cardboard box (much like former laundry detergent before liquid in a plastic bottle) Dish soap also was powder in a cardboard box. I have so many knitting/crochet books from the 1940/50s with patterns to make your own shopping bags. These ideas are not new, and isn't it weird to make the future better, we can look in our past for answers. Weird.
your makeup looks beautiful and that kitty high five was so cute hehe.
lush is starting to make makeup which is sold package-free and isn’t too expensive, like they have a lipstick wrapped in wax and you would put it in an empty tube. they look quite pigmented from what i’ve seen.
lush has a cool concealer make up line
I usually reuse those bottles with the pump
I would love to go zero waste but it's almost impossible in the city where I live, I wish people would embrace this lifestyle more and open Shops with zero-waste products
I dont remember wich one but W7 has a glass bottle foundation without pump.... So i gyess the lid is plastic but it is a lot better!!!!
Depending on where you live there are not really options like that or they are super expensive, nor refillable stores, but everyone could try to choose products that have refills, that yes, usually come in plastic, but at least is less plastic?
Love this video! While watching I’m wearing a crewneck from Everlane that’s made from recycled one-use plastic water bottles
+organicdragonfruit That's so cool!
You look great with no mascara x
The problem is these types of stores are not always available.
Dang I’m Early For My Daily Dose Of “Beauty With Mi” And The Doggy Standing On Feet Was So Cute 😂❤️
+ciaraamina Welcome, welcome!
Sad that there’s like no zero waste / package free store in my area
Even tho i literally live around farms, there even are no farmer markets hhahha sucks to live in a small place
If i wanted to go to a store, i’d have to drive to the other side of belgium
Tatiana Devos could you talk to the farmers closest to you and see if you could buy directly from them? It might cut out a little bit of your waste, even if it’s only your apples or whatever that you stop getting in packaging?
@@shutupsavannah2195 Yea we once did but they "get more from it if they sell it to the big supermarkets" its so selfish haha
I really love the convince of solid shampoo bars but I’ve become really sensitive to sulfates and there are no easy to find but good shampoo bars that are sulfate free
The color of your hair in the outro 🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌
YES! I am starting on this journey with renewed effort too. PS- You can recycle any beauty packaging at your local Origins or L'Occitane store ;)
+maicecile Good luck!
We're starting to bike and walk deliver LOLI Beauty orders here in NYC. Lowering the carbon footprint is key!
I believe the ex1 foundation is completely recyclable
Im so greatfull to this video, ive being reading so much about this, im from Chile and we dont have so many things but i like the idea to try the best. Thanks you ❤️
Admirable effort. But what is unsaid here is that there just isn't the recycling infrastructure to do this on a large scale. Ideally more companies and municipalities would be making more effort to implement strategies so that all consumer goods are recyclable. The same with compost.
Lauren is soo pretty✨👩✨
THE FIRST TWO MINUTES OF THIS 👏👏👏👏👏 YASSSSS
Emma Watson loves that cream blush
For mascara could you try like a cake mascara with the reusable wand?
Just so you know, you didn't use nearly enough sunscreen. SPF is tested using like a teaspoon worth. Using so little means that the SPF is much much lower than what the packaging says. Basically, if you want to put on enough sunscreen, put on what you think is good, then do it again.
THANK YOU! really great things to think about. Quality video :D
I love this so much, this is a really great and informative video 💞
Time for some serious self reflection! We are a huge part of the problem and this video is super informative. I love Mi-Anne for schooling us 8)
+cristiangarcia We're so happy that you feel motivated!
You can buy eyeliner pencils in Europe, and they are zero waste since the pencil is wooden!
I live in albania and zero waste is almost IMPOSSIBLE!
So informative and inspiring!
"You cannot do all the good the earth needs, but the earth needs all the good you can do." -Shelbizleee (TH-camr)
I love Lauren Singer, and am a long-time fan as well as someone who aspires to be more zero-waste, but I want to say that the idea that you don't have to be wealthy (in time or money) to do zero waste does not totally ring true to me. Yes, you don't have to be of immense wealth; yes, it's cheaper to buy fewer products. But even making your own products requires physical and mental energy, time to do research, to make things, to potentially boil shea butters or etc and use lots of pots and pans. If you're someone with a disability, or who can barely afford to keep the roof over your head and the lights on, you probably have bigger concerns than how recyclable your shower products are. If you're someone who works a laborious, low-income job, then you might buy cheap, non-recyclable products out of necessity - or, because you can't aspire to products like Kjaer Weis because there's no money to go around. That isn't to say we can't *all* make some steps towards being more sustainable, and I totally encourage people to advocate for that, but to use that as a catch-all ignores a lot of systemic inequality and privilege.
Question: would Besame Cosmetics' pan mascara be considered zero-waste?
Does anyone know if glass deo bottles, with a glass ball can be recycled?
such a great video thank you
Thank you for watching!
Didn't lush have that weird fountain stick thing that was zero waste?
Shelby Hetrick I think it was a limited edition product. At least that’s what I remember reading on Trendmood.
Can we stop using Lauren as the zero waste/low impact standard. She grew up incredibly privileged and she continues to live privileged. She can afford the zero waste lifestyle that way because she has money, people with low income trying to live it have it so much harder. Also, it's easy when you live in a big city.
Lauren is great, but a lot of people feel discouraged when they can't leave the way she does. Please in the future also interview with other low impact lifestyle bloggers, specially the ones who aren't as privileged as Lauren is.
she literally shows you how to make zero waste products. yall are so annoying always like to complain.
Sadly over here in NI, markets and loose vegetables and fruit are rare. It's saddening.
While mascara isn't recyclable, a lot of wildlife organizations accept cleaned mascara wands that they then use to help clean the animals that come into their care. While they will end up in landfill eventually, at least they are reused for a period of time.
+nicolesigmon Thanks for letting us know!
Wands for Wildlife is one of them!
If you live in the east coast the Appalachian wildlife refuge takes them!!😊
This etsy shop called CleanFaceCosmetics make my fave and great black or dark brown cake mascara (that you can use for mascara/eyebrow gel/eyeliner gel) that comes in an aluminum tin for you to recycle in the end, and it's delivered in a paper package to recycle. And now Etsy are offsetting carbon emissions with every order you make, it's a dream come true!! 💙😄
Thank you for sharing
I wish zero waste products were more affordable though.
Yh u would think that less packaging would mean less price
Hajira S. Try Etsy !
Zahra Ahmed no that’s not what he/she meant. Zero waste products or products with less packaging are really expensive, so a lot of people who would like to try and use them can’t ‘cause they simple can’t afford them.
Yeah can’t afford.
Honestly I get it. But sometimes zero waste isn’t so much buying new and more environmentally friendly but just consuming less. If you still use plastic body washes and all that, don’t have 20 different variations of a scent or a collection or something. Stretch that one plastic bottle as long as you can and recycle it if you can. Are there parts of your makeup, skincare, shower routine that you don’t need? Some people don’t need to prime and bake, or don’t need 4 different cleansers. Instead of individual makeup wipes, maybe try oil cleansing and then rinsing and washing off. Buy second hand and make swaps where you can. Like refillable water bottles, reusable bags for shopping, metal or glass food containers, menstrual cups if u can afford the upfront cost etc etc. Honestly just simply being a more conscious consumer is enough sometimes and thinking before you bring anything into your home helps a lot. And a lot of swaps are free/cheap.
I really appreciate mi anne and refinery29 giving attention to zero waste and sustainable products well done 👍
+harliewalden-meredith YAS!
Harlie Walden-Meredith thank you so much for the feedback Harlie! So appreciate it
It is a massive failing on the part of the media to perpetuate the idea that individuals are responsible for the environmental problems we face. Yes, it’s important to live sustainably. Yes, there are lifestyle changes you can make that make small impacts. But let’s not forget that the bulk of the responsibility falls on industry and policy decisions. We need to start holding companies and industries accountable!
Also, the recycling symbol is not a Möbius loop but I appreciate the effort to bring attention to cool math stuff!
you can do that through your purchases tho
Kyle Marie the responsibility is on both. Simply putting it on corporations and the government exempts the consumer too much. We elect these people into office and we tell businesses what to do when we give them our money. There are many changes people can make in their everyday life to reduce their carbon footprint. Yes a lot of the blame lies not with the consumer but 🤷🏾♀️ oh well. While change comes around we still have to do everything in our power to make things better. And most people don’t even bother thinking about doing the bare minimum. So consumers need to do a lot better and do need to be blamed. Because the little we can do isn’t even being done.
@@nairabee245 actually, majority of the blame does falls on the and of the manufactures, since they are the ones making plastic package because is cheaper than doing glass/aluminium/cardboard ones. we didn't have this probelm before, because a lot of products where made with more sutenable packaging, but now, because of the oil industry, who sells barrels of oil super cheap, plastic is everywhere. butthere are other ways to make plastic that is biodegradable (such as plastic made by brazilians with sugar cane).You have to understand that as long as the oil industry is comanding most of the economy, there won't be less plastic on the world. It would not matter if consumers want less plastic,because it will be the only (affordable) option we have.
Faby07aleixo I’m aware where the responsibility falls. And actual responsibility from both corporations and the government in terms of legislation would be great. Until that miracle happens, they’re are plenty of things consumers can do to make things better. Including putting pressure on these institutions to change. My point was that admitting who’s actually responsible doesn’t exempt you from doing your part. Yes it’s not our fault but there’s still a LOT consumers can do and they don’t even do the bare minimum sometimes.
@@nairabee245 agreed, but is still ingenuity thinking that consumers asking for less plastic will make a multibillionaire industry change.
This is an amazing video with an amazing message, and its great that more people are doing this. However we have to recognise that it is the big corporations who need to change, and don't feel guilty if you can't live like this: it's near impossible if you don't live somewhere like NYC or LA. Zero waste can be expensive and while it is a positive message the real change has to be made by amazon and apple etc. who are producing a large amount of waste. All this said it is a great step people are making and I encourage this 100%, but we don't need to blame ourselves for mistakes big corporations are making. :)
FforFreya hey! Great point! As consumers we can also influence these companies with our purchasing power, supporting products and companies that DO make a difference. And another point, that making your own products saves you money (but it costs you time). So it isn’t necessarily more expensive although there definitely is a misconception about this.
the only solution I have in my state I KNOW for sure is to shop at like Lush, and they also recycle all of there pots! They are also very expensive and I would have to drive all the way to town (20-30 miles) to get stuff there.
@@BlackBerryTrees And there's a big misconception that time doesn't = money. For poor people and disabled people, it does! Hell, some could argue that's the case for everyone lol! I digress. There are more people in the world who are busy working to survive that they don't have the luxury to take time to make beauty products. And let's not forget those of us who take longer to do certain tasks (or simply, can't) because we have different levels of mobility. So no, the idea that homemade (beauty) products are more expensive is not a misconception - *it's a fact for a lot of people when you factor in physical labor and time.*
FforFreya Yes definitely! Big corporations and the Government have to step in and make it easier for everyone to live a sustainable lifestyle. It shouldn’t be this difficult and expensive.
I actually live in South Korea and the government recently banned Plastic Straws from Coffee Shops and using Plastic Cups when staying in the Coffeeshop and it has made so much impact. All Coffee shops now use cups and glasses, Less straws and paper straws, and personally I found to actually get plastic take out cups way less than before, since its also forbidden to ride the bus with open cups.
you're absolutely right! big business, usually run by many people you will see on the radical side of politics ( think blue) are saying that going green is the new way of life and they only talk and never act. Once they step in and up to make their products and actions more sustainable, the average person will have a difficult time being eco-aware and also not breaking the bank. The government needs to stop letting these companies control and influence them, open their eyes and see what needs to be done in order to be resource-wise, but also economically smart.
small change is better than no change :)
Lauren is so drop-dead gorgeous. I need to know if her hair and skin are he result of genetics and if not: what are her secrets because I’m obsessed!
She has videos on her channel about her hair and skincare routine :)
That's what clean-eating will do for ya
If you have a bareMinerals boutique nearby they also work with Terracycle. You can bring in any makeup or skincare product and you get rewarded points. The only bad thing is that technically they can only process 5 recyclables per visit because it would equal to having spent $5 in the store, but sometimes the employees will be able to scan more. :-) The program is available across the country, even in California where it’s typically harder to recycle cosmetics.
+lauraneuzeth Good to know! :)
Don’t forget to mention that soiled cardboard, such as greasy pizza boxes, *can’t* be recycled!
And plastic containers usually need to be rinsed and any labels removed!
On this, they can be composted in Canada 😊
The issue is that if there's one piece of contaminated recycling (like a used pizza box) on the conveyor belt the whole lot gets binned. Not just that one item. Recycling seems sustainable but it really isn't as a single effort of waste reduction.
Also cardboard that goes in the freezer is often coated in a thin layer of plastic and cannot be recycled. So you got to check
@@DarkBlueSkys .. a lot of coffee cups from take out are like this, that bonding of plastic and cardboard means it qualifies as neither one in terms of recycling .. sigh ..
What about going old school on Mascara and use cake mascara?! I believe Besame Cosmetics which has old hollywood glamour products packaged in reusable compacts. I believe they have a cake mascara.
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It’s how mascara used to be made so companies should just go back to that. Keep your favorite wand and you’re set.
@@SpiralBreeze it's a great idea! also they could made wands with materials that could be reciclable, like natural bristles and wood or aluminium. It's a pity that the world is still in the hands of oil companies :/
Yes, and they now offer refills for the black cake mascara as well!
It's also Vegan!
I'm really glad you gave this a try. Even though your job is not the most sustainable, it's important that you inform your viewers about how they can cut down on producing waste. Simple things like getting a reusable drink container or not accepting a plastic bag when shopping goes a long way ❤
+sanam We're so glad you enjoyed! Thanks for leaving a positive comment! :)
Sanam thank you so much, Sanam. I really appreciate it. I’ve been really enjoying learning more about how to live more sustainably!
Do you need to be wealthy to be zero waste? What Lauren says is true: this lifestyle can cut costs for some and there is always room for small improvements. That said, it is a luxury to choose to live with less or to choose to repair or reuse or make due. That choice in and of itself represents privilege. I appreciate you making mention of it since that aspect of this lifestyle is often ignored.
Yup👏
Any progress is good progress! It's free to bring your own cup and utensils. You can reuse plastic bags. And if someone can't afford some of these luxury products, one could add an extra day between hair washes, shavings, using less product (as an example, I used to put on deodorant before bed, as but I realized that it was unnecessary, so I stopped), use solid products as much as possible (vs. liquid), etc.
@@cultivatedkale2009 These are excellent tips and great suggestions! 👍It's just important to note things likes using products sparingly is something many folks have to do for different reasons. There's a lot we can learn from one another about being making due and doing without, one of my favourite zero-waste principles!
@@elspethchalmers8061 agreed!
Terry Pratchett’s boot theory does a GREAT job of illustrating this. One pair of nice, high quality boots will last at least a decade. Buying cheap shoes, and lots of them over that time, will cost way more money but you need to have the startup funds to buy the nice boots. Poor people who need boots right now can’t save for those nice boots, so they keep buying the cheaper option. You can always cut some sources of waste, but-as you said-a Lot of “sustainable” products are luxuries.
Actually, for a zero waste option you could try brick mascaras. They're what came before tube mascaras and are definitely a more zero waste option
It's so inspiring.. but why cosmetic companies don't take there products package back like mascaras and lipstick tubes ?? This would help..
Some companies do, LUSH and The Body Shoppe. But you're totally correct, beauty companies should be offering to recycle their empty containers.
@@parkedawn good to know that someone is doing it , I will consider switching to the body shop mascara , I hope its good.
Sarah S yes for lush it says on the label that if you bring back 5 containers/ pots you will get a free face mask
Also, Back 2 Mac program, if you take back 5 empty containers they'll give you a free lipstick :)
lilah b started a program and they will take any brand
This is a great idea but living in nyc myself for my entire life i realized that unpackaged food, makeup, households products and etc are really expensive. If you make enough to think these package-less products are cheap, then good for you for helping the planet but in all honesty most families are working from paycheck to paycheck and will buy what they can afford. If they can afford $3 chicken in plastic then they going to get it. They won’t care about the planet if they’re trying to survive
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@Carol Machiatto I agree with you especially about the food cause that's what I do bo but personally alot of the makeup products not readily available in my area plus they are expensive especially for someone of my skin tone. I do what I can but I cannot justify spending that kind if money when I need that money to live.
@@talisabrown1585 Of course not everyone has the time to, but it's a lot cheaper to make your own products. I don't personally wear makeup or use beauty products myself, but I know others who are also zero waste saved money by making their own makeup.
Do what you can with what you have
That's exactly why it makes me sad when people don't talking about the privilege of zero waste or low waste, minimalist life styles. Company's also need to bear the burden as they are creating the waste.
Really glad to see that a bigger channel like this is shining some light on sustainability. Keep up the good work pls :)
The world doesn’t need a few people living a perfect zero waste life, it needs millions living an imperfect zero waste life
3:05 this is a perfect example of someone talking over you when your expressing your thoughts.
I notice that too. So rude
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yeah, that REALLY threw me off for a moment!
I want to do this. Then I realised I am trash
Omg
Why are tou eVERYWHERE
I relate
Ishan Ali LOLOLOL
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FINALLY! I literally stopped watching a lot of beauty channels because I’ve stopped tempting myself to purchase more and more
What about the sustainability or ethicalness of ingredients? Like mica in your highlighter
oh no kidding, there is a video on that very item .. it's horrible to see children underground digging out this stuff .. so we can have sparkly eye lips cheeks .. sigh
Even if you recycle it could and does still end up in the regular trash facilities. Zero waste isnt really obtainable but being low waste is. Just make small changes and then what you can change do.
Lush does a package free foundation and make up line (even lipsticks) in the UK you can ship which is another thing, but they have great options to reduce waste!
Holy smokes I love the recycling programs for personal care stuff, thanks Mi Ann for dropping the links in the description box! We recycle most everything and are lucky to live in a city that has a good recycling program, but razors, beauty products, and shampoo bottles were something we could not do. This is super helpful and I will be showing my partner tonight.
Loved this as usual Mi Anne! I liked that you pointed out that you didn't buy a new toner because you have so many. Reducing your waste is a process and small habitual changes over time make it easer and less overwhelming. Online companies like Follain, Credo, and Thrive Market can give you access to lower waste cosmetic options if you don't live in a city with brick and mortar low-waste stores.
+raeweaver Thanks so much for these tips!
It's not about being 100% zero waste but taking even small steps to reduce your waste. Also being more conscious of what you are buying and doing so mindfully. Every little bit helps. I have been mostly zero waste for over 4 years and I am not 100% and know that I never will be.
even if each of us uses soap bar we would prevent so much plastic ending up in ocean . especially frustrating is single use plastic like plastic cups
I’ve literally been watching videos about living a zero-waste lifestyle this whole weekend! This is perfect!
+nicolemarinez Omg, yay!!
Refinery29 u sound like you’re 6
Beseme cosmetics has a “cake mascara” it comes in a tin and you can buy refills I think
Everyone needs to take their own small steps in zero waste. Don’t feel pressured to change ur entire life around. If there are things u just can’t live without due to all kinds of reasons.. look into other things u can live without. Not everyone can live zero waste in this time. But we can at least all try to make some changes
I’ve been exclusively using Lush’s naked products for the past five years.
Lush UK has zero waste makeup that can be shipped internationally in cardboard, cellulose (compostable), and compostable packing peanuts. Its really cool!
try not to use coloured plastics, even if they can be recycled the chances they actually will be is very low
If you are not able to get think shipped to you: check your local lush! They have Entire collections of naked product and they are actually affordable
Lush is working on a conplete zero waste (NO packaging) makeup line, there is a LOT of room for improvement and it isn’t available everywhere yet but they are improving constantly and it’s worth it for the Earth!
Some meow-meow tweet products are available are Target!
cotton dress shirts, cut into rounds and sown together also work as eco-friendly cotton pads (also fun to have mix and match patterns). Thanks for sharing all these options!
madeline parrish that’s such a great idea! Have so many old tees i can do this with. Thank you for the tip!
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Mi-Anne Chan You’re welcome :)
I love this with my old shirts