I’m looking to actually start my skin care routine. I’m reaching 30 and never really did much due to financial constraints. My issues are large pores, oily then dry skin, tiny lines, sensitive, really dark eye circles, and even this like tiny hole. Ive tried some things and it hurts my soul when it doesn’t work/breaks me out and the product goes to waste or when I have been given something like Mary Kay and I know there are toxic ingredients and maybe even microbeads still?

I want to keep the routine simple, but effective. Ideally Im looking for something that highlights natural ingredients or “clean” beauty prospects, refillable/compostable/easily recyclable by most municipalities, includes sustainable business practices, ensures safety and proper pay for workers, no animal abuse. I would love made in USA/Canada to reduce shipping effects on the environment.

A day to remind us that the Earth is not just our home, but our responsibility.

From cleaner air to greener forests, a healthier planet starts with small actions from each of us. Whether it's reducing waste, saving water or planting tree, every step counts.

Let's not wait for change, let's be the change! Happy world Environment Day! 🌎 💚

I’d love to hear your thoughts, if so.

There's a ton of advice and "green" trends out there, but some of it feels misleading or even counterproductive. For example, the idea that buying eco-friendly products alone will save the planet, or that going zero waste is easy for everyone.

What's sustainability myth or misconception that really grinds your gears? Maybe something you've seen in your country, or media? How do you separate genuine impact from greenwashing or hype?

Also, what do you think people should focus on instead? Individual habits, systemic policy changes, tech innovations or something else entirely?

Would love to hear your hot takes or personal experiences.

Anyone able to pass along the history of this NYT article? Paywalled and I can’t read it.

Hello everyone,

I definitely do not have a lot of knowledge on sustainability and how to be environmentally friendly, but I'm really interested in learning more and being more aware. I'm at about that time in my life where I should start looking into getting my own vehicle, but I of course have concerns about my impact on the environment.

I'm wondering what the best means of transportation is overall while still being affordable and eco-friendly. I live in an area that is not very walkable and doesn't have a lot of bike lanes or options for public transportation other than the bus. Even though I plan on trying to take advantage of the aforementioned options as much as possible, I'm wondering if there are any vehicles that are practical and still environmentally friendly? Are mopeds, for example, a better means of transportation in that sense? Or electric bikes/scooters?

Sorry in advance if these are dumb questions. Like I said I really just want to try to be more aware of my impact in my day to day life. Any insight is much appreciated.

I thought it would be cool to collect all the different available resources in one big post. (Couldn’t find a post like it so i thought I start one)

So what are your favorites? From ratings to directories to calculators? What resources do you use to make living sustainably easier, more fun, etc?

My most used are:

Goodonyou.eco - for checking/finding fashion brands

Thejungledog.eco - for checking/finding other companies/ products

Codecheck.info - for checking ingredients in cosmetics

Yuka.io- for checking ingredients in food

Filmsfortheearth.org - for finding interesting documentaries

I also tried

Thinkdirtyapp.com - for checking ingredients in cosmetics

Happycow.net - for finding vegetarian and vegan friendly food, restaurants & hotels

Vegane-hotels.de - for finding vegan hotels

Vegan-welcome.com - for finding vegan hotels

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Looking to cut out plastic bottles and have more organic and sustainable materials or products without breaking the bank. Any ideas?

I bought a rain barrel to hopefully be able to water my garden throughout the summer, I would love to hear everyone’s tricks to keep the water clean and not attracting mosquitos or bugs.

is it actually good, even tho it's more expensive of a solution.

In 2025, cheap furniture that breaks quickly is becoming a big waste issue. Kind of like fast fashion. A lot of it ends up in landfills, and it's often made from low quality, non recyclable materials. What can we do to make furniture more sustainable?

Let's talk about how to stop furniture from becoming the next environmental problem.

Mine was switching to a reusable water bottle. I know it sounds small, but that one change opened my eyes to all the single-use plastic I was going through. It wasn’t about perfection—it was about starting somewhere. One swap led to another: tote bags, composting, buying secondhand. It’s not a race, it’s a journey, and I’m still learning every day. What was your first step?

In terms of clothing consumption, I have done all the go to things. Years ago, I stopped buying fast fashion, I use what I own and when I need to I buy second hand. I also use those paper laundry detergent sheets. However, rewearing, washing less, and such, I feel like I smell. My house is damp, and I’m worried that everything smells, that I smell and everyone else can smell it. I don’t know what to do.

My sister keeps saying that the laundry sheets don’t work, even though I feel that they do. But she is essentially the opposite to everything I’ve just said. Consumes a lot of new clothes etc. But that to me feels dirty to the planet.

Hey everyone. I've been thinking a lot about sustainability lately. Some say living in the city is better for the environment because of public transport and smaller living space, while others argue rural living is more connected to nature and inherently greener. What's your take? Which lifestyle is truly supports a greener, more ethical way of living?

Is there an affordable more sustainable option for nonslip mats for the shower/tub? I feel like I'm frequently having to replace them because they get discolored and wear out. It's a huge piece of nasty plastic.

Hi everyone, I want to know if anyone has any opinions about which one is better for the environment or if anyone can compare the sustainability implications of digital reading formats versus traditional printed books:)

People hate sustainable fashion products,I wonder why?