6 BLEACH-FREE & PLASTIC-FREE PRODUCTS FOR CLEANING AND DISINFECTING YOUR HOME

Since the COVID19 pandemic turned up in our lives, cleaning and disinfecting has become a popular topic of conversation. Over the last few months we have seen how bleach has been used willy-nilly , even in green spaces, such as our beaches. In our homes too, disinfecting products are starting to accumulate. These products are … Continue reading “6 BLEACH-FREE & PLASTIC-FREE PRODUCTS FOR CLEANING AND DISINFECTING YOUR HOME”

DOES PLASTIC HAVE ANYTHING TO DO WITH CANCER? WE ARE GOING TO ASK NICOLÁS OLEA, AN EXPERT IN ENDOCRINE DISRUPTORS

When you finish reading Dr Nicolás Olea’s book about endocrine disruptors “Free yourself of toxins”, you start to look at your furniture, textiles and utensils a little differently. Your mattress no longer seems so trustworthy, you look at your lipstick suspiciously and your child’s favourite rabbit soft toy doesn’t look so cuddly. It is similar … Continue reading “DOES PLASTIC HAVE ANYTHING TO DO WITH CANCER? WE ARE GOING TO ASK NICOLÁS OLEA, AN EXPERT IN ENDOCRINE DISRUPTORS”

IDENTIFYING THE PLASTIC YOU EAT (AND HOW TO AVOID IT)

“How was the PET you ate for breakfast?”, “I would add a little polyethylene to this recipe”, “ This restaurant is famous for its Styrofoam, it’s to die for!” Can you imagine how you life would be if you ate plastic? It doesn’t sound very appetising, right? Well, you’re not going to like us telling … Continue reading “IDENTIFYING THE PLASTIC YOU EAT (AND HOW TO AVOID IT)”

THE PERFECT BOOK TO RAISE YOUR CHILDREN´S PLASTIC AWARENESS.

How much plastic do you think your children consume? Yes, its a real question. What comes into your head – 1 gram a week? 3?According to a Newcastle University study for WWF, at least 5 grams a week. The equivalent of four credit cards per month!! Its PlasticFreeJuly and in last weeks blog we talked … Continue reading “THE PERFECT BOOK TO RAISE YOUR CHILDREN´S PLASTIC AWARENESS.”

THE TRUE COST OF PLASTIC: IT STARTS CHEAP – ENDS UP COSTING THE EARTH

At first glance, plastic seems like the perfect material: its malleable, resistant and economical – very economical. Depending on the type of plastic, a kilo of virgin raw material costs pennies and its much cheaper to produce new products than recycling old ones. That´s why manufacturers doggedly use it and why we consumers devour it … Continue reading “THE TRUE COST OF PLASTIC: IT STARTS CHEAP – ENDS UP COSTING THE EARTH”

PLASTIC RECYCLING IS A LIE

We have to tell you even though its hard to read – recycling is a fantasy. The intention is good because recycling certain materials such as paper, glass or stainless steel works well, although, with extra energy costs for the planet that aren´t always mentioned. Governments and companies have been telling you for years to … Continue reading “PLASTIC RECYCLING IS A LIE”

SAY GOODBYE CHEMICALS! FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THE NATURAL DEODORANT BEST SUITED TO YOUR NEEDS

There are some products that are personal, very personal. These are the ones that you deliberate over for a long time before you buy them, because you don’t want to make the wrong decision. The ones that you need to feel 100% happy with every day. One of these products is deodorant. The last thing … Continue reading “SAY GOODBYE CHEMICALS! FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THE NATURAL DEODORANT BEST SUITED TO YOUR NEEDS”

FOUR ALTERNATIVES FOR FREEZING YOUR FOOD PLASTIC-FREE

Is your freezer a plastic-free zone? Or is it resisting? Are tupperware lids and plastic bags sneaking in, because you are still not convinced of the alternatives for freezing your food? Reducing plastic at the time of purchase is relatively simple. You just have to be prepared with a few fabric bags, a couple of … Continue reading “FOUR ALTERNATIVES FOR FREEZING YOUR FOOD PLASTIC-FREE”