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Waste is a serious problem for our planet and one that we are all responsible for reducing but that doesn’t mean you need to commit to a life of no more lipstick or venti lattes. Here are some simple ways you can cut down on waste and even save yourself some cash.<\/p>\n

Get\u00a0some reusable containers<\/strong><\/p>\n

Our landfills are full of water\u00a0bottles, coffee cups and\u00a0plastic bags, so invest in some reusable food and drink containers and bring them with you everywhere. S’well<\/a> makes super cute water bottles, Baggu<\/a> makes shopping bags that you can fold up and keep in your purse and you can get some simple glass containers from Ikea<\/a>. You can even keep up your Starbucks<\/a> habit with one of their travel mugs.<\/p>\n

Look into other reusable products<\/strong><\/p>\n

Take a good look around your bathroom. There are probably\u00a0so many one-time use items that you are using and throwing away on a regular basis.\u00a0The good news? You can find a reusable alternative for pretty much anything. Shaver? Check<\/a>. Cotton rounds? Check<\/a>. Feminine products? Check<\/a>. Tooth brushes? Check<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Look for\u00a0biodegradable\u00a0packaging<\/strong><\/p>\n

Packaging is the worst when it comes to waste. There aren’t many beauty products out there\u00a0that are package free (good on you, LUSH<\/a>) but there are some brands that offer biodegradable, or at least recyclable, packaging. Elate Cosmetics<\/a>, Organic Essence<\/a>, Fable Naturals<\/a>, Phoenix Botanicals<\/a>, Pangea Organics<\/a> and Karen Murrell<\/a> are a few to check out.<\/p>\n

Buy dry goods in bulk<\/strong><\/p>\n

Hey, did you know that the bulk store sells more than sour candy and chocolate pretzels? It’s true. Some bulk stores will let you bring in your own contains and, even if they don’t, they still use way less packaging, so stock up on dry goods like rice, pasta, cereals, spices and tea and put them in glass jars at home. You can even buy a lot of household products like laundry detergent and dish soap.<\/p>\n

Freeze your odds and ends<\/strong><\/p>\n

If you have berries that are going soft, bananas that are turning brown or greens that are beginning to wilt, throw them in your freezer and use them for smoothies. The same goes\u00a0for broccoli, cauliflower, onions, carrots, potatoes and\u00a0any other vegetables that can be used\u00a0for soup. Filling your freezer with odds and ends that are about to go bad will reduce your food waste and save you so much money on your grocery bill.<\/p>\n

Shop secondhand<\/strong><\/p>\n

There’s more to secondhand shopping than vintage Levis and leather jackets. You can get just about anything used, including pots, pans, glasses, dishes, linens, drapes and furniture, so think outside the department store the next time you need some housewares. And don’t be grossed out about cooking with a used baking dish. It’s nothing that a little baking soda and vinegar can’t handle.<\/p>\n

Main image via S’well<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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