We only recommend eco-swaps that we’ve tried, use, and love!
Featured Products
Laundry Strips
We searched far and wide for a laundry detergent that was not only eco-friendly but also waste-free. These laundry strips are fully biodegradable and even outperformed standard detergents.
Toxin-free cleaner
Force of Nature is our favorite waste-free and toxin-free cleaner and is an EPA registered disinfectant that kills 99.9% of germs. It's the best of both cleaning and reducing waste worlds!
Allbirds Sneakers
My Tree Runners use 95% less water than typical sneaker production, have shoelaces made from recycled plastic, and the soles are made from sugar cane. They are also my most comfy pair of shoes!
Recycled Yoga Pants
When I found these colorful and fun yoga pants that are also made from recycled plastic, I got so excited and haven’t looked back!
Use code "MDE20" for 20% off
Self-Care
Zum Body Rub
A great eco-swap for the traditional Vaseline. Ingredients are certified organic, and we’re partial to the rosemary-mint rub!
Hair Care
If you’ve never tried shampoo and conditioner bars, this sampler box is a great way to give them a shot. Super moisturizing products and waste-free!
Reusable Bottle
I’ve tried many a reusable water bottle, and this one is by far my favorite. It has a lifetime warranty, no plastic components, and easy disassembly for deep cleaning.
SodaStream
I love drinking sparkling water, especially as a refreshing drink when I’m gardening. This is the perfect way to make it at home instead of buying cans.
Bamboo Bandages
We love these plastic-free bandages. They’re soft, durable, biodegradable, and made from 100% organic bamboo.
Recycled Toilet Paper
Don’t risk wiping with a 200 year-old tree and switch to recycled paper toilet tissue!
Food Storage and Cleaning
Stasher Bags
Perfect eco-swap for single-use, plastic storage bags. These are made out of silicone, can be safely washed in the dishwasher, and reused countless times!
All-Purpose Cleaner
Like other Zum products, we love that this cleaner is free of synthetic chemicals and is made with essential oils.
Castile Soap
From mopping your floors to washing your dog, Dr Bronner's Castile Soap does it all! It's also 100% organic, biodegradable, and toxin-free.
Silicone Food Covers
These silicone covers are another fun way of storing food and a great eco-swap for plastic cling film.
Zum Dryer Balls
I throw these wool balls into the dryer and it really cuts down on my drying time! They're a great swap for dryer sheets.
Retractable Clothesline
I love being able to skip machine drying and let the sun do the work! When I'm done, I unhook the line, and you'd never know it was there.
Gardening
Composting Tumbler
I have nothing but great things to say about this composting tumbler! Easy to assemble, easy to spin, and keeps producing great compost for my garden.
Organic Fertilizer
This is the only fertilizer brand we use in our garden. 100% organic, slow-releasing, and yields amazing results!
Rain Barrel
Rain barrels are a great way to capture the water off your roof and use it to irrigate your garden. Minimize runoff and save money. Win-win!
Worm Composting Farm
If you live in an apartment, this is the perfect way to compost. Buy in conjunction with Uncle Jim’s worms (shown on right).
Composting Worms
The best Red Wriggler worms you can get for composting! They ship alive and straight to your door.
Electric Lawn Equipment
All the lawn equipment we have are electric and we love them. They’re so lightweight, quiet, and obviously emissions-free. Link is to lawn mower but we recommend all Greenworks products.
Other Favorites
Drawdown
by Paul hawken
We love this book! It’s rooted in science and lays out a step-by-step plan to reverse global warming. Such an eye-opening book and great to have sitting on your coffee table.
Loose Leaf
Tea Infuser
This is the only fertilizer brand we use in our garden. 100% organic, slow-releasing, and yields amazing results!
Reusable Silicone
Straws
Everyone seems to have their reusable straw preference. For those who don’t like stainless steel straws, these silicone ones are fun and colorful! I keep a pack in my car so I’m always prepared.
