Lovely Poo Poo Bamboo Toilet Paper

It takes roughly 100 years to grow to the maturity level required for high-quality virgin toilet paper. It will only take 2 months to 2 years for bamboo to be mature. The good side is bamboo is a sort of grass. That means it not only grows quickly, but also regenerates by itself, avoiding replanting after cutting. Furthermore, it consumes CO2 - pulling carbon dioxide from the air 3 times faster than trees. That's brilliant news, since carbon dioxide is a major contributor to global warming. So not only is Lovely Poo Poo bamboo toilet paper good for your bum, it is good for the environment! Win/win!

Bamboo toilet paper is much faster! It is fast dissolved in the water. It is the same as it in the environment. Bamboo toilet paper is 100% biodegradable. It decomposes quickly and spontaneously, leaving no sign of its presence on the earth. In addition, it is made of 100% bamboo. As widely known, bamboo is super sustainable, and it grows super-fast compared with trees. It can keep growing after being harvested, so there’s no need to replant it.

I love the packaging, I just laughed my butt off (no pun intended) when I saw the box. I will save that surprise for you. And the actual toilet paper wrappers are gorgeous! As well as this TP actually works and I favor a good TP brand! I had never used bamboo before, and it is strong yet gentle and really works great! No mess, no fuss. Perfect!

Check it all out at Lovely Poo Poo on Facebook, as well as Lovely Poo Poo on Instagram! 

~Hayley

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Cafec & Arte Wellness

Active Wisdoms Corporation was created to propose a healthy lifestyle to people and raise awareness of sustainable living. A lifestyle that attempts to reduce an individual’s or society’s use of the Earth’s natural resources. The Company owns Coffee shops, Roasting Rooms, and Restaurants.

They produce high quality paper filters for specialty coffee. There are many kinds of coffee filter paper in markets, but it would be a big mistake if you think it is just a paper and there is not much difference even if which paper you use. The CAFEC filter paper has “Two-Side Crepe”. Though another normal paper has crepe on one-side only but the CAFEC paper keeps Two-Side Crepe by our original papermaking technology (Air-through dry). Thanks to the best balance of the height of crepe on both sides, it can keep enough air layer between paper and dripper so water can be flowed in ideal speed. That is, “Two-Side Crepe” can be said a proof of good filter paper. It is a paper, but not just a paper!

As the world's first developer of cone-shaped filter paper, CAFEC launched the “Flower Dripper” as the answer to the question after a long time of study. The revolutionary idea to make gouges into the inner surface of the dripper succeeds in keeping enough air layer between paper and dripper. Thanks to it, the coffee powder can expand fully like in a nel dripper. And more, a deep filtering layer is also formed then as much as a good taste of coffee can be brought out. What is good for the best taste of coffee brewed by filter paper? This flower form is the answer.

Arte Wellness shots blend functional cold-pressed juices with feel-good adaptogens to make your everyday better and brighter! Arte Immunity Adaptogen Blends come in 3 Kinds - Defend, Recharge, and Recover.

Check it all out at CAFEC on Facebook, as well as CAFEC on Instagram, and Arte Wellness on Instagram.

 

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DTOCS Tableware

We have been trying to be more eco-conscious in all areas lately. Actually, it has been for a long time, but I think now that Callan is old enough to "get it" it has become more and more of a teachable situation. So we were delighted to be able to try DTOCS Palm Leaf Tableware.

DTOCS tableware is made from naturally fallen palm leaves. They are chemical free, plastic free, compostable, microwave safe, elegant, and single use disposable. The company employs a majority female workforce and part of the proceeds from sales go towards improving education for the poor local communities in India.

We got the oval plates. Each plate is made from natural palm leaf and measures 7”x5”, and is sturdy, non-toxic and made from a chemical-free production process. Biodegradable and compostable. They have a natural aroma and woody texture.

Of course there are many more sizes and shapes than this, and a variety to fit your hosting needs. We found the plates durable. Not only did they hold up to my snack plate above but also to our fried chicken dinner as well.

Check it all out at DTOCS on Facebook, as well as DTOCS on Instagram.

  

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Plaine Products

When I came across Plaine Products, I was excited because #1, we are on the short bus to the Vegan Train lately as some of you may know. But that is mostly with our eating - since the boys are allergic to dairy, and we have to change the way we eat. But then, #2, we decided we needed to change a heck of a lot more in our lives, so we a have been looking at other areas in our little world and what we can change, for the better. And we came across Plaine Products - natural, vegan and cruelty-free hair and body products in reusable, returnable, refillable containers. Eliminating single-use plastic one bottle at a time! How does all that work? It's pretty genius!

Step 1: Order one (or two or three) of the awesome products. It will arrive at your door in a refillable bottle. Replace lid with pump. Rejoice! You can recycle the shipping box and the extra lid.

Step 2: When you are getting low order a refill bottle. Or subscribe and they’ll send a bottle in a timeframe that works for you.

Step 3: When your current bottle is empty rinse it out and switch the pump to the refill bottle.

Step 4: Put the refill’s lid on your empty bottle and place it in the refill box. If you have more than one bottle, make sure the box is full before sending it back. Stick the enclosed return label over the existing shipping label (make sure it’s completely covered), and set it out for your postal carrier to pick up just like any other letter. Best part: they cover the cost of shipping to send it back! Easy peasy!

We got to try some of the awesome products. Body Lotion - The body lotion’s vegan ingredients combine to create a lightweight, fast-absorbing, and hydrating formula. With aloe as the main ingredient, as opposed to water in most lotions, daily use will leave skin soft and supple. A little bit goes a long way.

Shampoo - The shampoo’s vegan ingredients will gently cleanse your hair with luxurious lather while adding sheen and softness from ends to roots. With aloe as the main ingredient, it restores essential nutrients to enhance your hair’s texture. This shampoo is suitable for all hair types.

Check it all out at Plaine Products on Facebook, as well as Plaine Products on Twitter, and Plaine Products on Instagram.

 

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Rustic Maka Deoderants

Rustic Maka makes plant and mineral based deodorants and body care that are cruelty free. Discover Rustic Maka natural deodorants are an effective, all-day odor protection.

I got the Luna Bliss Deodorant - A blissfully clean, powder-crisp scent combined with just a hint of light floral aroma. This gentle embrace, along with Sal butter undertones, delivers effective odor protection through the day.

Check it all out at Rustic Maka on Facebook, as well as Rustic Maka on Instagram.

 

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Kind Laundry

Kind Laundry Detergent Sheets are a zero-waste and safer laundry alternative to your traditional laundry detergents that come in heavy bulky plastic jugs and contain up to 20+ toxic ingredients. Kind Laundry Detergent are pre-measured sheets that are made with only 4 simple ingredients but still packs strong cleaning power. Just simply throw in the desired amount of sheets and experience super clean, soft, and fresh load of laundry - mess-free, every time.

Non-toxic, biodegradable, and allergen-free. Free of petroleum, parabens, phosphate, phthalates, dyes, artificial color, optical brighteners, and synthetic fragrance. Cruelty-free. No animal by-products.

Dissolves immediately in all water temperatures. Works in front-loading, top-loading, standard, and HE washing machines. Safe for handwashing your delicates.

Check it all out Kind Laundry on Facebook, as well as Kind Laundry on Twitter, and Kind Laundry on Instagram.

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Treedom

Over the holiday season I found something really cool and unique. It was a digital gift to me, but something real in the world elsewhere. It is called Treedom, and I was given a gift code to go online and "plant a tree", and on the website I can enter the code and was given my own page to plant a tree and watch it grow from seed onward. And somewhere in the world, a real tree is planted, because from that digital code, someone purchased a real tree to be planted. With Treedom you finance farmers who want to plant trees, supporting their work in the early years, when trees are not yet productive. Treedom provides farmers with know-how and technical support for planting and managing trees.

Trees are photographed, geolocated, and monitored by Treedom over time. Choose the tree you like the most. A farmer will plant it for you in his country and will take care of it. Your tree will be photographed, geolocalized, and will have an online page. Follow its first moments of life and walk aside it until it's transplanted, find out more about its features and its meaning, customize it with your message and, if you want, gift it to someone special. It is pretty cool to see it grow and watch the steps happening. It is also a cool learning tool if you are homeschooling, or just for fun too.

Check it all out at Treedom on Facebook, as well as Treedom on Instagram.

 

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Life Originelle #FindingMyFaith

Life Originelle is an impact based shopping platform that puts people and our planet first while raising funds for global causes. Shop ethical, sustainable, women owned, and family owned brands while giving back to the local and global community. The website offers great products from different brands that support the impacts that Life Originelle donate to.

Each order comes with a care bag. An original way to love your neighbor - Pay-It-Forward Life Originelle Care Bag so that together, we all have something special to give when crossing paths with someone experiencing homelessness. The bag comes with a toothbrush and tooth paste, socks, hand sanitizer, soap, lotion, shampoo, and a face mask.

I received the beautiful 5 Stud Earring set, which I wear everyday. The set of 5 pairs of stud earrings is high-polish base metal gold includes:

One pair of faux crystal studs

One pair of faux crystal gem trimmed studs

One pair of golden color infinity studs

One pair of golden cross studs

One pair of golden bead studs

They are from the brand Marandria, which is a faith based woman owned and operated company that believes in freedom and miracles. That's why the brand commits 50% of profits to Our Rescue, an organization that rescues children from trafficking and slavery which promises: "To the children who we pray for daily, we say: Your long night is coming to an end. Hold on. We are on our way. And to those captors and perpetrators, even you monsters who dare offend God's precious children, we declare to you: Be afraid. We are coming for you."

Check it all out at Life Originelle on Facebook, as well as Life Originelle on Instagram.

     

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This Stuff Goes Bad

More and more consumers are looking to buy local, buy small business, and buy environmentally conscious. People want to support local business, and support small business, especially during this time with the pandemic. People want to be more aware of what they put in and on their bodies as well. This Stuff Goes Bad is a new skincare product that is so fresh and powerful, it does go bad within 6-10 months. All ingredients are sourced organic, fair trade, and sustainably shipped. All packaging is made from recycled paper, glass, and metal (zero plastic!). 5% of sales goes toward clean water technologies with AguaClara. Even the webhosting and product shipping is all carbon neutral. And the best part, the body butter really works. Shea butter, cocoa butter, and jojoba oil come together in the most luxurious, smooth, and powerful body butter. Vitamin E oil, rosehip seed oil, and a blend of potent essential oils add to the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, keeping skin soft and reducing signs of aging in a Day and Night cream.

DAY: shea butter (get yo vitamins and moisturize), cocoa butter (moisturizes, improves blood flow, and smells like cake), jojoba oil (similar to your natural skin oils, helps to regulate your body's oil production), zinc oxide (sun protection), blood orange essential oil (wake up and smell the oranges), and lemon essential oil (brighten your skin and your senses).

NIGHT: shea butter (get yo vitamins and moisturize), cocoa butter (moisturizes, improves blood flow, and smells like cake), jojoba oil (similar to your natural skin oils, helps to regulate your body's oil production), rosehip seed oil (reduces scarring and evens skin tone), lavender essential oil (calm tf down), and chamomile essential oil (relax your muscles, too).

I think This Stuff is great! The container size is perfect because you don't need a ton, and then it doesn't go to waste - or go bad if you happen to not use it up. Which isn't gonna happen for me because I love it. It is super moisturizing. I love it in the mornings cause it gets me going and feeling fresh, and then at the end of the day after I've been wearing my mask all day at work, it helps to make my face feel better. Love it!

Check it all out at This Stuff Goes Bad on Facebook, as well as This Stuff Goes Bad on Instagram.

   

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Jungle Culture Is #EcoFriendly

Jungle Culture works directly with farms and workshops to create high quality eco friendly products and plastic free reusable alternatives. Jungle Culture is a responsible brand and zero waste movement who advocate for a better future. In this day and age, sustainability is becoming a huge thing. I know for me, I want a better world for my grandchildren, when that time comes - 20 years from now.

We were jazzed to get some bamboo cutlery! The bamboo cutlery by Jungle Culture is produced in the Thanh Hoá region of Northern Vietnam. These eco friendly utensil sets are completely handmade and organic, and each flatware piece is hand carved by skilled artisans who take incredible pride in their craft. These products are dispatched zero waste, include no packaging, and are completely plastic-free. The upcycled dark wood travel cutlery sets are made using excess wood, purchased from a furniture manufacturer in Southern Vietnam. Each sturdy zero waste cutlery set comes complete with an organic cotton bag, bamboo straw, and coconut cleaner. Wooden utensil sets are perfect for using on-the-go at picnics, lunch, or camping. Bring your own personal cutlery and ditch disposables today! These are great for a gift too - thinking ahead to the holiday season. A unique cool gift!

Check it all out at Jungle Culture on Facebook, as well as Jungle Culture on Instagram.

 

Disclaimer: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.