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Doing your part to help save the environment doesn't have to cost a fortune.
Plus, they're dishwasher and microwave safe!
Promising review: "Well, these are amazing. I didn't expect them to be. I'm trying to replace disposable items in my home with more sustainable/eco-responsible items. I ordered these just to try. I did not expect to love them as much as I do. They are thick and sturdy. The top is easy to close, and it stays closed. Cleaning is a breeze because the opening is big enough to get your scrubber in there and really get it clean. A+++" —Grasshopper
Get one from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in five sizes and in 12 colors).
Promising review: "I received a BAGGU bag several years ago as a gift, and I use it nearly every day! The things that sets BAGGU apart from other bags: 1) Cute prints! There are a lot to choose from! 2) It folds and fits easily in my purse. You know those bags that you open up and can never fit it back in it's original case? You will NOT experience that with these bags!! 3) Durability. I generally use my bags for canned goods and grocery shopping. The strap is also large enough to wear over the shoulder for ease of carrying. I'd recommend BAGGU to anyone!!" —S T
Get it from Amazon for $10+ (available in 34 colors and patterns).
Plus, they're dishwasher and microwave-safe!
Promising review: "Overall, these are fantastic plates! These are the best faux plastic plates I've purchased. There was no funky smell, and they have held up time and time again in the dishwasher and microwave. They are also incredible easy to hand wash. The plates are virtually non-stick. Melted cheese couldn't even bond to these little BPA free beasts. Great price. Great product. Great purchase." —Alison and or Grant Meyer
Get a set of three from Amazon for $21.59.
Promising review: "I love this compost bin! It is very well designed. They actually tested all aspects of it. The one-handed operation is SO much better than having to lift off a lid like my old steel compost bin. The lid flips up/down very easily. The lid removes when you want to empty it out. The plastic inside is super smooth so there are no nooks or crannies for food to get caught. Most of the waste simply slips off and then you can just rinse it and you are good to go. I don't have to buy compost bags anymore either. There is no smell when it is on the counter. I was worried about it looking tacky on my counter because it is plastic, but it is so well designed that it even looks classy on my granite counter." —Susanne M. Millar
Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in gray and white).
The set includes 1 large, 2 medium, and 2 small bags that are washable.
Promising review: "These are durable mesh bags I can keep re-using for produce shopping. It feels SO wonderful not having to use the plastic baggies each time. The size of bags are sufficient. No one knows how to subtract the tare weight yet, so I have been removing the produce for weighing and then re-bagging." —Anna Baker
Get a set of five from Amazon for $10.99.
Promising review: "This is such an incredible product for the kitchen. What a great product. It's so easy to use. I love that this is reusable, and the quality is so goo. I imagine I’ll be using it for a long time. The wax seals right to my containers and blocks odors and keeps my leftovers fresh." —Jennh
Get a set of three from Amazon for $18+ (available in four designs).
Read one BuzzFeeder's full review of the beeswax food wrap here.
Promising review: "I love this French press. I love that there's no plastic, and it's sustainable. I love that it was inexpensive, and I love how it looks. i recommended it to a friend who also purchased it ,and she's happy with hers as well!" —Lauren
Get it from Amazon for $14.97+ (available in gold and silver).
Promising review: "These dryer balls are the best. I use 3-4 of them in the dryer instead of softener or dryer sheets. You determine the scent. Just add 2-3 drops of essential oil on one of the wool balls. These dryer balls help prevent wrinkles, but most importantly, are good for our environment. I bought these wool dryer balls for my daughters as they are the best (both my daughters and the dryer balls)!" —Lissy
Get a pack of five from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in two color variations).
Promising review: "As an environmentalist, I always choose eco-friendly products in my daily life. I would totally recommend this bamboo toothbrush set. Not only it is biodegradable, but it does clean your teeth. The bamboo toothbrush set come with 4 different colored toothbrushes. They are very beautiful and you never have to worry that you may mix your toothbrush with your family members. The Germany imported bristle is not too hard nor too soft, which is super suitable for my teeth. I would like to buy another set for my family. I highly recommend!!!" —Yanan Ma
Get a set of four from Amazon for $8.99.
Just buy some loose leaf tea, fill the bag, and add to hot water!
Promising review: "I love these reusable filters. They were exactly what I hoped for! I would highly recommend them for people who like to use loose leaf tea and want to avoid using disposable tea bags." —Carrie
Get a set of six from Amazon for $9.49.
The set includes a knife, fort, spoon, chopsticks, bent straw, straight straw, straw brush, and one storage bag that fits it all.
Promising review: "This is a great substitute for plastic utensils. It doesn’t take much space in a bag, so I carry it around everywhere." —Evie
Get it from Amazon for $11.29+ (available in rose gold, silver, and multicolor).
Promising review: "This is truly an amazing replacement for plastic wrap or other covers that are not eco-friendly! And it saves you money in the long run! You can throw them in the fridge/freezer/microwave because they are made out of the most kitchen/earth friendly material...silicone! Plus, they're easy to clean, easy to use, and durable as hell!" —Tammy Cardona-Zambeis
Get a pack of six from Amazon for $10.99.
Get a set of six from Amazon for $10.91+ (available in eight patterns).
...not talking from experience, not at all.
All you have to do when you're done using one is throw it in the wash!
Promising review: "I clean for a living, so using these on the job as well as my home makes life much easier, and I can feel better about not being so wasteful. I use them for drying my hands, cleaning the countertops, and as a reusable Swiffer pad for floors. What I do is mark each one with a Sharpie. My first initial for hands and face at home, 'C' for cleaning counters and 'F' for floor. What I love about these the most is they dry a lot quicker than regular towels and washing them is super easy. Dirt and grime tends to just rinse right out. Even on the mop pads. It's incredible. Now I don't have to waste money buying the Swiffer refills. These are different to use but it's worth figuring out what works for you!! A must buy for eco-friendly cleaning!" —Joyce
Get a roll of 20 sheets from Amazon for $9.99.
Promising review: "This is perfect!! It's sturdy, great quality, and fits my Swiffer wet jet like a charm. I love that I don't have to keep buying replacement pads. So wasteful! I'm happy it comes with two because if one is dirty, you have a second one to use while you wash the other. Love love love it." —Olivia
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $10.99.
Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in four sizes and nine colors).
Promising review: "This razor is beautiful and very easy to use. The weight is perfect and the high polished stainless just glides over the skin like an Olympic skier. I just switched from disposables and have been blown away by the performance. Zero razor burn and a closer shave than I've ever had with a disposable!" —Donald
Get it from Amazon for $18.99. And get refill blades from Amazon for $7.82.
Reviewers say one sponge lasts about 1-2 weeks, and then you can put it in a compost bin.
Promising review: "I love these sponges! They don’t stink after using them, and they are easy to clean. They clean my dishes very well. They are very sturdy and have not broken apart. They are a great value, and I recommend this product for people looking for a sturdy, eco-friendly sponge!" —Kayshla
Get a pack of six from Amazon $3.99+ (available in a 3- or 6-pack).
Promising review: "I ordered these bags because I am trying to limit the amount of plastic zip-top bags I use when packing my lunch. These bags are lined with some kind of insulated material which is very easy to clean. The outside fabric is also very easy to clean. The zippers work well, too." —Anthony Sanchez
Get a set of three from Amazon for $12.99 (available in three patterns).
Promising review: "I did a lot of research when it came to picking this cup out. I was sort of intimidated about the thought of putting a cup in my hooha, but hey it is better for the environment and no risk of TSS, so I was down to try it. I just have to say that this thing works wonders! I was worried that it would take me 2 or 3 cycles to figure this thing out, but after reading about all the tips and tricks it only to me two days to figure it out. Best method for me is the punch down method, and insert it at an angle, then let go of the cup when its ALMOST in, so there is no accidental "suction to the cervix" LOL ...then just wiggle it in and pinch the bottom of the cup and turn it 360 degrees to make sure its fully open." —Racheal Lane
Get a set of two from Amazon for $18.95.
Promising review: "I absolutely love these. Since I ride my bicycle everywhere by choice, I can throw one of these bins in my backpack for my leftovers at restaurants, so that I don't impact the planet with more single-use plastic. I absolutely love them. They clean up easily. There are four different sizes and the lids clip-on and are very secure. These are great for home or travel." —janna carver
Get a set of four from Amazon for $19.99 (available in round and square).
Promising review: "I love using these handy glass containers instead of plastic ones. They are sturdy, and the lids keep everything closed up tight. They're easy to clean, and I don't worries about chemicals when I use them in the microwave!" —Suzie Queen
Get a 14-piece set from Amazon for $21.73.
Promising review: "We've tried what feels like ALL the brands of compostable bags. These are the best. They're thick enough, don't rip easily, and they don't break down before you've even started using them. Add in a reasonable per-bag price, and they are a no-brainer if you want to avoid having your dog's poo sitting in plastic bag, preserved for the ages." —V. Bauch
Get them from Amazon for $16.95 (300 bags in the roll).
Having one of these has seriously changed my life. Buying microwave popcorn can get pretty expensive, and usually there are only three bags in the box. Plus, there's a lot of extra packaging that gets thrown away. With one of these, I'm able to make as much or as little popcorn as I want, whenever I want. Plus, after tasting the fresh popcorn you may never want the boxed stuff again.
Promising review: "I love it and feel less guilty about eating popcorn since there is no oil! It's super easy and also eco-friendly!" —Pamela B
Get it from Amazon for $15.90 (available in 15 colors).
Plus, it's microwave and dishwasher safe.
Promising review: "I love my Edo Box. It holds a substantial amount of food, safe to use in the microwave and just holds great value for me since I bring my lunch to work daily. I would recommend this to anyone who wants to contribute to the environment and use an excellent product!" —Lauren
Get it from Amazon for $23.99.
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