Transformations for an Eco-Friendly Daily Routine: 20 Items to Adopt for a Greener Tomorrow
In an effort to promote environmental consciousness, BuzzFeed Staff often recommends eco-friendly alternatives for daily use items. Here, we present a selection of affordable and sustainable products that can help reduce your carbon footprint without breaking the bank.
Starting with beverages, a bamboo fiber travel mug that keeps hot drinks warm and is microwaveable is available for just ₹299. For a more sustainable approach to kitchen clean-up, a roll of bamboo kitchen napkins that can be reused over 100 times is available for ₹236.
Air purification is essential, and a charcoal deodoriser that removes pollutants and allergens is available for ₹549. For personal hygiene, a natural deodorant cream with over 500 positive reviews is available in the fragrance Alpine with ocean-extracted minerals and tea tree oil for the same price.
Moving onto homeware, a cork yoga mat made from 100% bark tissue is available for ₹1,599. For coffee lovers, a set of 3 reusable coffee filters for drip coffee needs is available for ₹236. A handmade coconut bowl and spoon set is another sustainable option, priced at ₹329.
For cleaning, a conditioner bar with Argan Oil and Jamaican Castor Oil is available for ₹430. To replace single-use plastic bags, consider a silicone baking mat that is a reusable alternative for aluminum foil or parchment paper, priced at ₹599.
To reduce waste, a set of hand-crafted wooden coasters is available for ₹249. For a more hygienic and eco-friendly alternative to disposable cotton facial pads, a pack of hypoallergenic reusable bamboo cotton facial pads is available for ₹285. To absorb liquids quickly, a pack of cellulose-based reusable wipes is available for ₹225.
For baking enthusiasts, a pack of 12 silicone cupcake liners is available for ₹299. For those who prefer bamboo toothbrushes, a set of 4 is available for ₹245. For a more sustainable dining experience, a set of microwave-safe palm leaf plates for dry foods is available for ₹299, and they are 100% compostable if disposed of.
To cut down on single-use plastics at the supermarket, reusable mesh produce bags to keep vegetables fresh in the fridge are available for ₹469. For a more sustainable alternative to shampoo, a shampoo bar infused with 100% virgin coconut oil is available for ₹446.
For on-the-go dining, a stainless steel reusable cutlery set, including a spoon, fork, straw, and straw cleaner, is available for ₹299. To replace plastic wrap, a beeswax wrap is available for ₹435. Lastly, for a more sustainable menstrual option, a menstrual cup that lasts over 2 years and costs less than monthly pad expenses is available for ₹269.
By incorporating these eco-friendly alternatives into your daily life, you can help reduce waste, promote sustainability, and contribute to a healthier planet.
- BuzzFeed Staff recommends a bamboo fiber travel mug, an eco-friendly and affordable option for hot beverages, priced at ₹299.
- For a sustainable kitchen clean-up, consider a roll of bamboo kitchen napkins that can be reused over 100 times, available for ₹236.
- A charcoal deodoriser, effective at air purification and removing pollutants, is available for ₹549.
- A natural deodorant cream with positive reviews is available for personal hygiene on Amazon India, priced at the same cost as the charcoal deodoriser.
- In homeware, a cork yoga mat made from 100% bark tissue is available for ₹1,599, while a handmade coconut bowl and spoon set is another sustainable option, priced at ₹329.
- To absorb liquids rapidly, a pack of cellulose-based reusable wipes is available for ₹225, promoting sustainable living and reducing waste.
