Fast fashion is a massive problem in the world right now. When manufacturers are designing clothes that are only intended to be worn for short seasons, the waste this can produce is astronomical. However, caring for your clothes can help you expand your lifespan and reduce the number of items you need to buy. Here are five simple ways to extend the lifespan of your clothes.
Store clothing properly
Clothes that are not cared for properly can lead to damage like tears, holes, and color fading. But when you store your clothes correctly, you can extend their lifespan significantly. Clothing left to sit in a pile or thrown on the floor will wrinkle, shrink and tear. When keeping clothes away, make sure it’s either hung up or folded neatly in an organized dresser drawer.
Avoid the dryer
Many of us throw our clothes in the dryer to get rid of wrinkles. But what you may not know is that the dryer is one of the fastest ways to ruin clothes. Clothes can shrink, fade, or become distorted over time when put in the dryer. One way to avoid wasting your clothes is by using an iron and some light starch spray before you wear them.
Wash in the Coldest Setting
The first way to extend the lifespan of your clothes is to wash them in the coldest setting. This will help your clothes last longer because it prevents the fibers from stretching and shrinking. This is especially important for underwear or clothes made with lycra, such as leggings or shapewear.
Follow washing instructions carefully.
The first thing you can do to extend the lifespan of your clothes is to follow washing instructions carefully. Different materials need to be washed differently, so if a label says hand wash only, then washing in a machine is likely to damage it, the same with dry clean only garments. Pay attention to any direction regarding the detergent you should use too, for example, fabric softener reduces the effectiveness of towels meaning they won’t dry as effectively.
Treat stains immediately
One of the easiest ways to extend the lifespan of your clothes is to treat stains as soon as possible. You can remove most stains with a bit of soap and water. If you don’t want to wash them, you can use a stain removal pen or spray. Just be sure to check the care instructions before you apply any treatments. Or look online for tips for natural remedies to remove stains from clothing with household items such as baking soda, or white wine and lemons.
Do not bleach
When you bleach your clothes, it will destroy the fabric. This is due to the loss of elasticity in the material. It will break down the fibers and cause the clothes to shrink in size.
Paying close attention to who you care for your clothing can help you to avoid spending a lot of money replacing items over time and reduce how many you need to dispose of due to them becoming damaged and unwearable.
Hemp is a fantastic product. From beauty products to food to CBD oil, hemp is a versatile plant providing comfort and relief to many. You won’t be surprised to learn hemp is perfect for your most private areas! Hemp underwear is breathable, hygienic, and eco-friendly! One of the most prominent pioneers of the hemp underwear industry is WAMA Underwear.
The Beauty of Hemp Underwear
WAMA is saving the world one boxer brief, thong, and bralette at a time! While hemp is naturally anti-bacterial with little to no odor, hemp is great for the environment! Less soil, water, and pesticides are required to grow hemp compared to cotton and other common underwear material. Furthermore, WAMA prides itself on being a Vegan company and a certified Green America business. Supporting WAMA gives you both comfortable underwear and peace of mind that you are helping the world around you!
Sustainable Fashion in Multiple Products
You’re committed to hemp underwear. Great! Your choice doesn’t end there. WAMA provides comfort for several body types and fashions.
Each underwear is available in various natural colors with sizes ranging from XS to 3XL. You can buy each item individually or stock up in bulk!
A Company Who Cares for Their Employees
Need more reasons to buy hemp underwear from WAMA? While the hemp textiles are manufactured in China, many farms WAMA team-ups with are family-owned and organic. Their suppliers must adhere to their Supplier Code of Conduct, enforcing a slew of measures to protect workers. Discrimination, underage labor, gender inequality, and more are not tolerated in the work environment. WAMA wants the best for their customers, but not at the cost of the well-being of their employees.
There’s a lot to love about hemp underwear, especially from the team at WAMA. Hemp is breathable, soft, hygienic, and friendlier for the environment than your traditional undergarments. With WAMA, you support the world, their workers, and, most of all, yourself. For more about WAMA and their revolutionary hemp underwear, check out their website!
Not another clear skin dressing down! That’s what you’re probably thinking when you read the title. Well, just like any area of beauty and health, things move forward and get better. So unless you want to be surprised by new facts and tips that could help bring a new shine to your skin, you’ll pay attention to how things are changing in diets, food perceptions, studies, medicines, and other forms of treatment. Skin is the largest organ in the body or rather, of the body. It’s incredibly complex, strong, and yet vulnerable to the elements and the stresses we put it through. So we thought it would be a good idea to update you all on the progressions that are being made in this area of beauty and wellness. The skin is different in different parts of the body. The skin on your face is slightly different from the skin on your back. The skin on your knees is a lot different compared to your hands. So let’s explore all of them together.
Let’s start simple, with your hands
Right off the bat, we lied. There is nothing simple about the skin on your hands. Take a look at them right now. The skin on the backside of your hand has to be stretchy and tough. What!? How can those two things coexist? For something to be stretchy, it has to be soft. For something to be tough, it has to be rigid. Well, the skin on the backside of your hand is thick and yet very soft, so it allows itself to be stretched over the knuckles and protects the veins and tendons over the top of your hand. To make this part of your skin healthier, you should do a few things daily.
Pat or blot your skin dry. Don’t rub the towel over your hands, you’re making the thick skin dryer. The thicker the skin, the harder it is for your body to oxidize it.
Don’t use too much soap or don’t wash your hands too frequently. In the course of the pandemic, washing your hands has become a religion of sorts. But, if you use too much soap and wash too often, your skin becomes very dry and itchy.
Don’t wash your hands with hot water, use warm water instead. Again, this is to avoid dryness.
For the inside of your hands, the skin is probably even thicker. Despite more nerve endings being present on the inside of your hand, the skin is even thicker. This is to protect the muscles of your hands. So you should follow the same rules posted above but also a few extra. Use an oil-based moisturizer so the skin remains flexible and stretchy. The amount of grasping and holding we do on a daily basis tends to tighten the skin as our muscles contract. So the oil-based moisturizer will sink deeper and thus, keep that stretch alive. Also, try to do some hand strengthening techniques such as improving your grip strength to inject more blood flow into your hands and skin. If you have blotchy palms, this can really help even out the skin tone.
The skin on your face
Get ready for a long and complex overview of your facial skin. It is by far the most complex skin on your body. It has to stretch, contract, protect, look beautiful, be clear, fight off bacteria, be oily and even fight off the signs of aging. How on earth can we be so brash and bold to ask our face to be all of these things at once?
Well, in the modern world, we want it all. And you know what, who says we can’t? You just need to first, understand how the skin on your face actually works and what it needs to fulfill your demands.
If you have acne, you need to buy the right kind of treatment for it. Duac gel is a good choice because it contains active ingredients. What we mean by ‘active’ is that they will react to the acne and not just passively improve your skin. In this way, it can be just 2 to 5 weeks before you begin to see a marked reduction of your acne. In about 12 weeks’ time you should not need to use this gel anymore and in fact, you shouldn’t because of the active ingredients. It’s a bit of an aggressive treatment, so don’t keep using it if you don’t want to ultimately damage the skin on your face.
If you want to have clear beautiful skin, then you should do a number of things in conjunction with regularly washing your face, i.e. twice a day, at least once with some kind of facial scrub, lotion, moisturizer, etc.
Get some exercise. The more your skin sweats, the more it releases toxins and thus, healthier, clearer skin.
Make sure you eat green vegetables; and the darker the better. When you eat foods like broccoli and spinach, you are eating more vitamin E and hence, your skin is stronger and absorbs more water and oxygen.
Stop smoking and drinking too much. Your skin hates these two awful habits, but especially the skin on your face. When you smoke, you will get grey cheeks. When you drink too much you get red cheeks and blotchy skin on your forehead and nose.
Try not to wash your face with hot water. For the same reasons posted earlier.
Try to get 8 hours of sleep at least. Any signs of tiredness and lack of hydration will always appear clearly and firstly, on your face.
More serious skin issues could be worth seeing a dermatologist about. While many skin problems on the face do not cause any pain or carry any added health risks, they can seriously affect self-esteem due to their location. Examples include serious acne, rosacea, psoriasis and lipomas. At-home skin products may not always have an impact when treating these conditions, which is why you may want to look into professional treatment.
The skin on the rest of your body
Okay, so the face and hands have been given their special mentions. So what about the rest of your skin? Well, let’s look at where your skin is rough and tough, and where it is softer and more supple.
Tough skin tends to be on your
Knees. Your knees have stretchy but thick skin, perhaps the thickest skin anywhere on the body.
Your elbows come a close second to your knees.
The back has very thick skin, but it’s softer, because it has to flex and bend as our muscles contract and extend.
Your feet have thick skin too and often, the very toughest skin on the body.
Softer and more supple skin tends to be
At the back of the knees. Very often this part of the body is avoided by massage therapists because it is so soft and sensitive.
The inner part of your thighs has very soft skin, because this is where a good amount of fat is stored.
The inner part of your elbows is much the same; this is where your tendons and other nerves run past the upper arm and connect with the lower arm (forearm).
For the thicker parts of your skin, use some kind of ointment, oil or paste for skincare. The thick skin will not fully absorb cream and water-based skincare products. The pastes and other such-like substances will be able to stay on top of the skin and eventually, penetrate deeper. For the softer parts of your body, use the types of products we just described to avoid for the thick areas. Creams and serums are great, but try to base all of your skincare products around nutrients, minerals and vitamins instead of complex chemicals.
Your skin is not the same all around your body. It’s highly complex and has adapted to protect and serve your body and all its movements and needs, over millions of years. So adapt your products and lifestyle to it.
Are you looking for an easy way to clean your jewelry at home? Do you want a method that won’t leave your jewels tarnished or with the risk of damaging the metal? Well, look no further! With these household products, it’s possible to get your precious pieces sparkling in just minutes. All you need is some baking soda and hydrogen peroxide – which are both eco-friendly – and voila! You have a homemade cleaning solution that will make all of your jewelry shine like new again. Follow these steps below to learn how.
How to prepare your jewelry
The first step is to get your jewelry ready for cleaning. Remove any chains or necklaces attached to the piece since you will be soaking it later in the water. If you are cleaning multiple pieces at the same time, make sure to keep them separated – this is especially important if they have different metals.
How to clean your jewelry
Once your container and jewelry are set up, it’s time to make the homemade cleaning solution. In a bowl or cup, mix two parts hydrogen peroxide with one part baking soda until there are no clumps left in the mixture. You should end up using roughly half of each product – so if you need more than one batch for larger containers like tubs, be sure to keep track!
When everything is mixed together properly, add your jewels into the mixture very carefully since they may bubble slightly when exposed to the ingredients. It’s best not to let them sit completely submerged at this stage; instead, opt for having just an inch or two inside of your bowl/cup while still being close enough that any dirt will come off.
Allow the jewelry to soak for about two minutes at this stage. In just a couple of minutes, you’ll notice that dirt and grime have started to lift off from your rose gold rings – which is where those toothbrushes come in handy! You may need to gently scrub again if there are any spots left over after soaks overnight.
Next, gently remove any dirt or grime by using a soft toothbrush and some dish soap. This will help break up stains without scratching your jewelry’s surfaces. You can also use baking soda for extra scrubbing power on stubborn spots that may be leftover after brushing with soap! After every piece has been properly brushed, rinse it off in warm water, so no soapy residue remains behind. Now that your jewels are clean and ready to go, you’ll want to find something suitable for storing them until the next time they need to be cleaned.
In conclusion, it’s possible to get your jewelry looking new again by using only household products and a little elbow grease! After all, who has time to go to the jeweler every time a ring or necklace needs some polishing? If you follow these steps carefully, then you will be sure that your pieces stay in top shape for years to come.
Protecting the planet is crucial, and so we must consider this in every aspect of our lives. Overconsumption and earth-damaging products are everywhere, making it difficult to protect the planet. The good news is with a conscious effort it’s easy to make a change. With these ten eco-friendly steps, you can be part of the solution, instead of the problem. Let’s explore ten ways you can make your beauty regime more eco-friendly.
1 . Research your products
If you’d like to make your beauty regime more eco-friendly it’s important that you research your products. Plenty of beauty products contain chemicals that are bad for the planet and for your health. What’s more, not all brands follow ethical practices when creating their products. To ensure that you are supporting the right brands make sure that you do your research.
The Think Dirty app makes the research process much easier. Using this app you can search for personal care products, and access info about the ingredients and brand ethics. You can look up 850,000+ cosmetics using this handy database. You can find out about the ‘dirty ingredients’ in your products, and shop for cleaner alternatives.
2. Recycle your packaging
One of the easiest ways to create a clean beauty regime is to recycle all your packaging. Avoid products that have non-recyclable packaging, and focus on those which are made with biodegradable materials.
Zero-waste stores are a great place to avoid packaging. Often, you can take along one container that you refill each time you buy a product, (for example shampoo, conditioner, shower gel, etc). When you go-green you’ll boost your health and wellness at the same time.
3. Say goodbye to face wipes
Face wipes should be avoided where possible, these disposable products are not biodegradable and create lots of waste. According to 100% Pure, ‘the average makeup wipe takes a staggering 100 years to decompose.’
There are plenty of makeup-removing cleansers that you can use as an alternative to face wipes. Simply purchase yourself a reusable muslin cloth and you’re good to go. For an eco-friendly makeup remover try the ‘Dirty Hippie Cosmetics’ makeup remover. It’s made with witch hazel, castor oils, and pressed hemp seeds.
4. Focus on natural ingredients
When you’re choosing your beauty products focus on products that are made with natural plant-based ingredients. There are so many great products that are made from plants and herbs.
If you’re looking for an amazing product for the skin take a look at Dao Drops Herbal Extracts. The Dao skin drops will improve your skin health, improve elasticity, and cleanse your skin. The drops are made with a vegan formula including ingredients such as dandelion root, sea moss, and milk thistle.
Choosing natural products is an amazing way to take great care of your skin. It’s so important to check what’s in your products and be mindful of your health. It’s also useful to know your skin type, whether normal, oily, dry, or combination. Knowing your skin type can help you choose the right products for you.
5. Make your own products
One of the best ways to clean up your beauty routine is to make your own products. It doesn’t have to be difficult, there are plenty of facemasks you can make using natural ingredients. Here are a few facemask ideas to get you started:
Turmeric & Green Tea
Make a cup of green tea and leave it to cool, add the tea to a bowl, and mix in baking powder and turmeric (one tablespoon of each). Stir the ingredients into a paste, and apply as a face mask. Green tea contains lots of antioxidants which help to keep the skin youthful and supple. Turmeric has both antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, it’s useful to soothe blemish-prone skin.
Avocado & Coconut Oil:
Avocado & coconut oil makes one delicious face mask, simply mix 3 tablespoons of coconut oil and 1 avocado in a bowl. Avocado is packed with vitamins E, A, and D while coconut oil contains vitamin E, and fatty acids, all of these ingredients will help to boost the health of your skin. With the help of this yummy face mask, you’ll get healthy and glowing skin.
6. Use your products sparingly
Looking for a super simple way to be more eco-friendly? Try to use your products sparingly, focus on making your products last from your moisturizers to your lipsticks and shampoos.
Overconsumption is bad for the planet, and so many of us have products that we ever even use. If you have products that you don’t use or have barely used you can donate these to ‘Project Beauty Share’. The project works to provide beauty and personal hygiene products for women who are overcoming poverty, homelessness, addiction, and abuse.
8. Avoid disposable products
To create a sustainable beauty regime avoiding purchasing disposable products, (for example, disposable razors). Invest in a razor that you can use long-term, here are a few eco-friendly picks to check out:
The Leaf Kit, Leaf Shave: This razor is made entirely from metal, no plastic whatsoever. The head of the razor pivots so that you can easily get to those hard-to-reach spots.
Bambaw Razor: You’ll just love this safety razor, it’s a double-edged razor made out of bamboo. It’s lightweight and the head is made from stainless steel.
Preserve Razor: The Preserve razors are made from recycled materials including ocean plastic and yogurt cups. These products are both vegan and cruelty-free.
9. Try shampoo bars
When you use shampoo bars you’ll use less packaging and create less waste. There are plenty of delicious shampoo bars made from earth-kind ingredients. For a few great options, check out these:
Human Kind:These shampoo bars are eco-friendly and come in lots of delicious scents like lemongrass and peppermint. Human Kind bars are ethically made using natural oils, the bar is cured for over a month, your hair will just love this sulfate-free wash!
Meow Meow Tweet: These shampoo bars aren’t only for your hair, they double up as a body wash. Meow Meow Tweet products are both Leaping Bunny certified and fair trade.
10. Simplify your regime
You don’t need a complex beauty regime to look and feel great, keeping your regime simple can help you to use less and go green. Keep your skincare routine simple with a cleanser, toner, and a moisturizer. Choose a few eco-friendly makeup products, and use these sparingly. Some of the best brands for eco-friendly makeup include 100% Pure, Axiology, Fat & The Moon, and Plant Makeup.
11. Try Multi-Purpose Products
Multi-purpose products are a great way to go green. For instance, you might choose a makeup product that works as a lipstick and a blusher. There are lots of multi-use makeup products on the market including:
Superface Multi-Lightful Blush & Highlighter Stick: This product is an eyeshadow, highlighter, and a blush all in one. You can purchase the stick in four shades, from ‘true pink’ to ‘iridescent pearl’.
Tata Harper Volumizing Lip & Cheek Tint:Made with a natural eco-friendly formula, this product can be used as a blusher and a lipstick, if you like you can even use it as an eyeshadow. A few of the gorgeous shades include Peach, Rosy Pink, Ruby.
Conclusion
There are so many ways that you can go green with your beauty and skincare regime. Some of these ideas will even help you to save some money too. Whether it’s making your own facemasks or recycling old packaging there are lots of ways to protect the planet.
