Menstruation can be challenging for many women, marked by discomfort, period pain, and inconvenience. However, there are several effective strategies to make your period more manageable and pleasant. From eco-friendly alternatives like reusable cloth pads and period panties to innovative solutions like menstrual cups and pain relief patches, we’ll explore seven ways to enhance your […]
Is your skincare contributing to climate change?
In recent years, the global conversation surrounding climate change has intensified. As an individual who values both self-care and the environment, I have found myself questioning the impact of my skincare routine on the planet. And with the Plastic Free July setting in and trending, it is time to ask, “Is your skincare contributing to […]
World Environment Day 2023
The theme for World Environment Day on 5 June 2023 will focus on solutions to plastic pollution under the campaign #BeatPlasticPollution. World Environment Day is an annual event observed on June 5th, serving as a global platform to raise awareness and promote positive action towards protecting our planet. It provides an opportunity for individuals, communities, […]
Where to buy natural Holi colours in 2023?
The festival of colors is here. Nearly. While I do not enjoy holi as much as my boys do, I ensure they are well-prepped for the festival of colors. Earlier, there wasn’t much choice when it came to using holi colors. However, today there is a wide variety of organic holi colors that are safe […]
How to celebrate a Sustainable Christmas
It’s one of the most beautiful times of the year, when everyone around the world is in a festive mood, ready to welcome a new year filled with hope. It is the season for gifting, decorating and getting together with friends and family. What a lovely time indeed! And what’s better than knowing how to […]
How to make Lego ornaments for your Christmas tree
Would you like make your Christmas tree really unique and decorate it with LEGO ornaments? If you have kids at home who love their lego toys, it is time to get them to use. No more stepping on the truant lego parts, instead you can use them to make colourful decorations this festive season. It […]
How to declutter your Home before the Festivities
Well, the festive season is here, and you’re probably already breaking into a sweat thinking about all there is to be done! Last year’s Diwali was pretty quiet, but as we adjust to the new normal, we’re getting ready to celebrate once again – vaccinated, and with social distancing guidelines in place! However, a festival […]
What can you do on Zero Emissions Day?
When I first read about Zero Emissions Day, the first thought that crossed my mind was What can you do on Zero Emissions Day? If you have been wondering what the day is about or have zero idea that a day like this exists, it’s time to bookmark this post. It can help you practice this not just today, but as often as you like it.
Ecosystem Restoration – Simple Tips to Reduce, Reuse and Recycle
This is our moment. We cannot turn back time. But we can grow trees, green our cities, change our diets & clean up rivers & coasts. We are the generation that can make peace with nature. Let’s get active, not anxious. Let’s be bold, not timid. #GenerationRestoration
Restore our Earth – Earth Day Theme
We celebrate Earth Day once a year, but did you know that tweaking your lifestyle can be beneficial for the rest of the days in the year as well? Why celebrate it just one day? Let’s make a pact to celebrate this day all through the year. These tiny changes you can make to save […]
Natural Tips for Healthy Winter Skin
Winter can wreak havoc on your skin — making it dry, itchy, and irritated. While the cold conditions outside can leave your skin feeling dry and raw, the indoor heat can zap the moisture levels from your skin making it feel dry and itchy. The drier the air, the drier the skin. There is no […]
Shampoo Bars by Soap Square
A few days weeks ago, I was sent a mini goodie bag by Soap Square India. It was a comprehensive hair care kit (I’ll cover the other products later), but what I was waiting to use were the shampoo bars. I’ve consciously made that switch to shampoo bars almost two years ago and I haven’t […]
5 different ways to use essential oils
I started using essential oils in diffusers at home and soon realised that there was more to using essential oils than just in diffusers. Here are my 5 different ways to use essential oils in your everyday life. Just a word of caution here is that pick up essential oils that are listed as eco-certified, […]
10 Healing Benefits of Eucalyptus Oil
If someone asked you about a medicinal plant, the first name to come to mind is most likely to be eucalyptus. That’s how ingrained the benefits of eucalyptus are in our minds! And there is a reason why the healing benefits of eucalyptus makes this also one of the frequently used essential oils. With eucalyptus […]
9 eco-friendly products that everyone should use in day-to-day life
Plastic has become an integral part of our daily lives. It is a sad truth, but I am guilty of sometimes forgetting my cloth bag back home and ending up carrying back some products I purchased in plastic bags. Did you know that out of all the plastic in the world, only 9% gets recycled? […]
8 Homemade Eco-Friendly Christmas Decorations That Look Stunning
Christmas is truly the most magical time of the year! Unfortunately, it’s also the most wasteful! Like most of our festivals. The festive season has a huge environmental impact in terms of water use, land disturbance caused by the production of some of our favorite holiday treats and staples. If we could take that extra step to reduce our […]
Five ways to celebrate a green Diwali this 2020
Diwali is just around the corner. Needless to say that the celebrations across the country have already started. It is one of the biggest festivals we celebrate and needless to say preparations start from at least a month earlier! It is one of the biggest festivals in India and brings unmatched joy and excitement in […]
How do I ensure a product is organic?
How do I ensure a product is organic? What are the best ways to ensure a product is organic? How do I know that this product is genuinely natural and organic? What are the ingredients I need to keep a look out for when I am choosing a product that is natural and organic? These […]
Eco-baby care & green parenting
Being a parent is an incredible feeling, but bringing up twins was something I was unprepared for. While the excitement of nurturing new lives was there, so was anxiety and challenges that I had to face as a new mother. To be able to bond with the babies, to be able to take time out […]
11 reasons why moms are choosing cloth diapers
With more parents becoming aware of the hazards caused by diapers, there is a slow but sure move towards choosing cloth diapers as an option. Whether this going to affect the industry of use and throw diapers is what time will tell, but for now an increasing number of millennial’s are choosing to reuse and […]
12 Ways to help Kids Go Green in 2019
We many not notice it, but kids are watching our every move. Every time we yell in road rage or swear when the internet goes off, they are internalizing our behavior. This is true in every aspect of our lives, including going green. As parents, teaching our kids to go green is a big responsibility. […]
The Ultimate Green Living Hamper for 2019
It’s a brand new year and a great opportunity to start afresh! I know most of you have made your New Year resolutions and I sure hope they include things more than losing 10 kg! It’s been lovely hearing about some goals people have made this year – coloring a page every day, mastering a […]
10 Reasons to use a Face Oil this Winter
For many of us, the thought of applying oil to the face can seem a little odd. Applying oil to the rest of the body or having an oil massage seems more acceptable, but oil to the face? Well, this is actually a trend that’s becoming quite popular nowadays! What are face oils? Face oils […]
15 Eco Friendly Christmas Gifts Under Rs.1000/-
“Let us keep Christmas beautiful without a thought of greed.” As soon as we see December approaching, our first thoughts are about the tree and decorating it. But right after that another thought strikes – gifts! Of course, the image of the Christmas tree isn’t complete without a pile of gifts underneath it, and the […]
10 Easy Ways to Decorate your Home this Diwali in 2020
Diwali is no ordinary festival. In most homes, it involves a complete overhaul, with deep cleaning and in some cases, repainting too. And then comes the decoration part! There are so many ways to decorate your home for Diwali that you can be confused about where to start. But if you’re on a tight budget, […]
15 Eco Friendly Diwali Gift Ideas Under Rs.1000/- for 2020
Diwali is nearly here and it’s quite likely that with all the festive prep underway, you’ve forgotten about the gifts! Yes, Diwali gifts are a big deal, and it’s one of the ways we show our love and appreciation for our friends and family members. But does that mean that you have to break […]
5 Best Essential Oils for Winter
Winter can be a difficult season; with the chills and cold air, it is bound to affect your skin, hair and health as well. With the few basics that help to maintain good health, you need to have a regime that can take care of you completely. You can look at natural ways of keeping […]
15 Ways to Celebrate an Eco-Friendly Ganesh Chathurthi
Few festivals in India can match the gaiety and enthusiasm of a Ganesh Utsav! Also known as Ganesh Chathurthi, this festival celebrates the elephant-headed deity, Ganesh. While this festival is celebrated differently in different regions, the most ardent celebration is seen in Maharashtra, particularly in Mumbai. Ganesh Chathurthi is a ten day festival, where idols […]
How to use Essential Oils for Kids
When you’re a parent, your child’s health generally takes priority over your own – at least in the case of most parents I know! You’d gladly eat two-day old food from the fridge than give it to your child. You check the temperature of the bath water with your bare hands before putting your child […]
Natural ways to keep your home bug free this monsoon
While I love the rains, watching the flowers bloom in my mini balcony garden, sipping on some piping hot adrak ki chai and pakodas, I can’t ignore those pesky flies that make an unwanted entrance into my home. With the rains come in the bugs, mosquitoes and flies. The dampness around is pretty much a […]
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