#zero waste toothpaste

My deodorant formula:

This smells really nice and doesn't stain clothes or leave an oily residue. when tested against other popular store bought natural/vegan deodorants it worked longer, plus it helps keep your underarms dry. 

Ingredients:

1/4 cup lavender ( fragrance and soothes) 1/4 cup cornstarch (moisture adsorbing/ reduces oiliness) 1/4 cup baking soda (absorbs bad odors) 2-3 tbsp solid coconut oil (antibacterial, moisturizing, binder) 5-8 drops eucalyptus oil ( fragrance and soothes)

To make: Put lavender, cornstarch and baking soda in a blender or coffee grinder blend or pulse until lavender is as broken down as possible, then sift in to a container or bowl. Melt your oil in a microwave for about 10-20 seconds or in a pot on low heat until melted, fully incorporate with your dry ingredients and add eucalyptus, mix thoroughly then scoop into a jar or air tight container. (Feel free to double or adjust).

To use: Scoop up a small amount and slowly rub into your armpit letting it melt then fully rub in, if you have armpit hair I recommend combing out any solids (up to you).

My sweet mint toothpaste:

Sweet, minty, whitening and antibacterial plus no chemicals! This is a cheap,eco friendly and cruelty free alternative to traditional toothpaste.

Ingredients:

8 tbsp solid coconut oil ( anti bacterial, binds) 3-5 tbsp baking soda ( cleans debris/plaque, whitens, absorbs bad odors) 1-2 tsp stevia (sweetens) 1-3 tsp natural peppermint extract (flavor, fresh tingle and smell, soothes gums)

To make: Mix all ingredients in a bowl (adjust baking soda, mint and sweetener as desired), when fully incorporated transfer into a jar or air tight container.

To use: Scoop a small quantity and brush teeth as usual.

My face wash/skin care formula: 

Cleanses, softens and smells amazing !! This is perfect for dry or oily skin, uneven or acne prone skin and people with eczema or sensitive skin. oatmeal is great for soothing most skin conditions and gently exfoliates. It’s great for cleansing without stripping your natural oils helping in balancing your skin, you can use this 1-3 times a day every day a week if you choose, or use this to replace your current face wash/scrub/mask routine.

Ingredients:

1/2 cup dry oatmeal (exfoliates, binds, cleanse, moisturize,soothe) 1 tbs dry chamomile (soothes, exfoliates, fragrance) 2 tsp dry lavender (soothes, exfoliates, fragrance)

To make: Blend all ingredients in a blender or coffee grinder until a fine or mildly chunky powder. Sift to remove stems and other large fibers. Put into a jar or an air tight container. 

To use: 

Face and body: Scoop or pour a small quantity (about 1-2 tbsp) into your palm or in a small dish, add a little bit of water (about 1 tbsp at a time) until desired fluidity (paste-liquid) gently rub on face and/or body in small circles (let sit on skin if you like). rinse off, pat dry. 

Zero-waste to-go utensils and straws

These are awesome!! Me and my fiance each have a set they came with the case (made from recycled plastic bottles), a bamboo knife, spoon, fork and chopsticks. The case has a nice clip that you can use to attach to your pants or your bag. We also got reusable straws (I often use the glass one and him the metal one). I love getting the chance to use them! They’re perfect for lunches, dining in restaurants, food trucks, cafeterias/malls and more!! they’re light weight, compact and easy to clean.

Zero-waste water bottle and juice jug

These are great! I love this water bottle. I finally decided to spend the money on a good bottle. I found in the past most metal water bottles make my water taste like metal... which is not great, but this bottle doesn't do that and it keeps cold things cold and hot things hot. This particular bottle holds 4 cups of water. This glass “juice jug” is made form 100% recycled glass (I call it a juice jug because that’s what I want to use it for) and as you can see it holds a lot ! 

Zero-waste french press

This french press is made out of metal, glass and bamboo, no plastic! The only plastic was the bubble wrap it was wrapped in. So far this has been awesome. It holds quite a lot, we never need to fill it all the way. It’s nice not having any waste when making coffee and you get a more pure flavor because you don’t need a paper filter !

Zero-waste bathroom supplies 

Family cloths: We use family cloths (fabric toilet paper) we made from an old sweater. This we were hesitant to do at first but the cost of toilet paper and seeing how much we were using was upsetting. Since using these how often we buy toilet paper has dropped significantly and bonus they feel much nicer than toilet paper and you never experience your fingers breaking through the paper. 

DIY products: We use my DIY toothpaste, deodorant, face wash, conditioner ( aka apple cider vinegar in a re-purposed spray bottle) and body exfoliating and moisturizing bars. They’re cheap, customizable, pretty to look at and easier on the environment.

LUSH: At the moment we have Lush shampoo bar and body bar (bar lotion), they’re vegan, zero waste and long lasting !! 

Things not included in the photos:

Tote bags, backpacks, shopping cart and bulk bags.

Jars!! canning jars and re used jars from our food.

Food storage containers, lunch boxes and reusable zip-lock bags (made from food grade silicon).

Hand soap and body soap bars.

Loofah made from recycled netting.

Bamboo toothbrushes.

Don’t feel bad if you can’t get everything at once, we sure can’t. This is a collection of investments made over time and there’s still things we want to get/make in the future. Just do the best you can in the situation you’re in. 

My fiance and I are working hard on making our own website about the zero waste, minimalistic and vegan lifestyle on a tight budget.. sometimes even with no budget (meaning we have literally no money), as well as some things about us. It’s still new and we have lots of ideas like a future store, videos and more, but for now we’re trying to build up our site as well as build up an audience. Hope you’ll visit ! 

If you’re interested you can see our site here:

Zero waste, Vegan and poor. com 

hope you keep coming back to see the latest we have to offer!

Eco-Friendly Oral Care Product And Toothpaste Tablets

Making the switch to an ecologically friendly lifestyle can help you live a healthier and more fulfilling life. It also gives you the best benefits to the world around you. Eliminating unnecessary chemicals, poor meals, environmentally unfriendly practices, and undesirable habits/routines can contribute to a healthier you while also benefiting the environment and ecosystem. 

The following suggestions are all doable no matter where you are in the world. Some of them are even a lot of fun to play! So please relax and enjoy yourself while we all work for a more sustainable future.

Let's get in!

1: Save Energy

Reducing the amount of energy you use in your house is one of the most direct ways you can lessen the environmental effect of your lifestyle. Saving energy provides actual, tangible benefits in your life, in addition to making your home greener. 

It can save you money. Although some energy-saving measures demand an initial financial investment, the money you save over time can mount up quickly. Instead of this, you can also make use of zero waste toothpaste and contribute to protecting the environment. 

2: Save Water

Saving water around the house is another option to lessen your lifestyle's environmental impact and, like saving energy, may save you a lot of money.

1: Wash your clothes in short cycles: modern washing machines include an "Eco Wash" option that you should use.

2: Repair any leaks: Ensure that your plumbing system is leak-free, including pipes, faucets, and toilet cisterns, to avoid unnecessary water waste

3: Take short showers: Hot showers are a wonderful treat, so don't squander them by taking them for an extended period.

4: When brushing your teeth, turn off the water: An all-too-common occurrence that wastes gallons of water. Turn off the water supply.

3: Cut down on Fuel

Avoid driving a car as much as possible. Local travel can be accomplished by walking or cycling, and when traveling further, check for public transportation options.

Depending on personal circumstances, these options are not available to everyone, but cycling and walking will keep you active while helping the environment.

4: Go Organic

The food we eat has a significant impact on the global environment; as the world's population expands, so does the need for food, putting more strain on ecosystems and habitats. 

The challenges surrounding food production, supply, and consumption are incredibly complicated. Still, several factors to consider can help lessen the environmental impact of what you eat while simultaneously providing a healthy lifestyle. One can also get started with a Zero-Waste Starter kit and save the environment. 

5: Avoid Bottled water

Bottled water is inefficient, costly, and generates a lot of plastic trash. Instead, use a refillable water bottle and tap water; if desired, cleanse the tap water with a water filter and chill the water in the refrigerator. According to the Nature Network, the fundamental concept of bottled water has failed and has quick access to perfectly healthy tap water.

5: Ditch Plastic bags

Poppits are made during a US facility that doesn’t affect the other products that contain allergens, so there’s no potential for cross-contamination.