Sustainable Living
These Biodegradable 'Skinsheets' Are an Eco-Friendly Alternative To Cotton Rounds, and Will Make Your Products Work Even Better
September 25, 2022
These Biodegradable 'Skinsheets' Are an Eco-Friendly Alternative To Cotton Rounds, and Will Make Your Products Work Even Better
Sustainability is something that Skinsheet founder Mary Frances Knight considers in every part of her…
By Kara Jillian Brown
These Ocean-Inspired Hair Bars Finally Convinced Me to Ditch My Plastic Shampoo and Conditioner, And I'm Never Looking Back
September 21, 2022
These Ocean-Inspired Hair Bars Finally Convinced Me to Ditch My Plastic Shampoo and Conditioner, And I'm Never Looking Back
May not come as a shock by now, but many shampoos, conditioners, and body washes…
By Britt Mattie
Merriam-Webster Adds ‘Plant-Based,’ ‘Oat Milk,’ and ‘Greenwashing’ to the Dictionary, Nodding to Increased Concern About Climate Change in the Food Industry
September 10, 2022
Merriam-Webster Adds ‘Plant-Based,’ ‘Oat Milk,’ and ‘Greenwashing’ to the Dictionary, Nodding to Increased Concern About Climate Change in the Food Industry
It’s official: Pumpkin spice is here to stay... well, according to Merriam-Webster, that is. In…
By Maki Yazawa
With ‘Revenge Travel’ in Full Swing, How Can We Prevent a Return to Overtourism?
September 09, 2022
With ‘Revenge Travel’ in Full Swing, How Can We Prevent a Return to Overtourism?
More people traveled internationally in 2019 than in any previous year—a whopping 1.5 billion of…
By Erica Sloan
Luxury Brands Are Going 'Sustainable,' But Is It Really Making a Difference?
August 15, 2022
Luxury Brands Are Going 'Sustainable,' But Is It Really Making a Difference?
When you're shopping for a luxury beauty product, you want the luxury experience. But though…
By Kara Jillian Brown
One of the Most Underrated Victims of Climate Change Could Be Your Sleep
July 20, 2022
One of the Most Underrated Victims of Climate Change Could Be Your Sleep
When you envision the effects of climate change, you might picture things like melting glaciers,…
By Erica Sloan
PSA: The Climate Pledge Friendly Program on Amazon Can Help Make Your Prime Day More Sustainable
July 08, 2022
PSA: The Climate Pledge Friendly Program on Amazon Can Help Make Your Prime Day More Sustainable
Truth: Prime Day is like your own personal holiday (you've got a list of items…
By Well+Good Editors
3 Myths a Food Safety Expert Wants To Dispel About Eating Fruit and Veggie Peels
July 06, 2022
3 Myths a Food Safety Expert Wants To Dispel About Eating Fruit and Veggie Peels
As the saying goes, an apple a day keeps the doctor away—but will that carry…
By Michele Ross
Is Natural Wine Worth the Hype?
June 22, 2022
Is Natural Wine Worth the Hype?
During our college years, we didn't exactly overthink the type of wine we were drinking…
By Maki Yazawa
The Most Popular Makeup Wipes on Amazon Just Got an Exciting Eco-Friendly Upgrade
June 13, 2022
The Most Popular Makeup Wipes on Amazon Just Got an Exciting Eco-Friendly Upgrade
There are a few makeup products that you’re guaranteed to find in any beauty aficionado’s…
By Jordan Goldberg
This Trendy, Custom Loveseat Took Me *Exactly* 20 Minutes To Put Together, and Convinced Me Sustainable Furniture Is Way Worth the Money
June 02, 2022
This Trendy, Custom Loveseat Took Me *Exactly* 20 Minutes To Put Together, and Convinced Me Sustainable Furniture Is Way Worth the Money
As a professional product tester, it's part of my job (and part of my personal…
By Francesca Krempa
7 Wedding-Planning Tips for Saving Money *and* the Planet
May 22, 2022
7 Wedding-Planning Tips for Saving Money *and* the Planet
This year, the number of weddings in the U.S. is expected to clock a near…
By Erica Sloan
​‘I’m a Sommelier, and This Is What To Look for When Shopping for Sustainable Wine’
May 16, 2022
​‘I’m a Sommelier, and This Is What To Look for When Shopping for Sustainable Wine’
When you sip a glass of wine, what do you notice first? Maybe it has…
By Well+Good Editors
Wildflower Fields Are More Than Just Pretty To Look At—Here’s Exactly How You Can Help Preserve Them
May 13, 2022
Wildflower Fields Are More Than Just Pretty To Look At—Here’s Exactly How You Can Help Preserve Them
Wherever you fall on the spectrum from sustainability know-it-all to just-heard-about-metal-straws, there's one common goal…
By Alex Taylor
I’ve Been Using Grove Co. To Source All of My Cleaning Supplies for Over a Year, and Now I Can’t Live Without It
May 04, 2022
I’ve Been Using Grove Co. To Source All of My Cleaning Supplies for Over a Year, and Now I Can’t Live Without It
Cleaning is my meditation. I love blasting music, throwing on my rubber gloves, and making…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Feel Like You Aren’t Doing Enough To End the Climate Crisis? Here’s How To Cope With Eco-Guilt
April 29, 2022
Feel Like You Aren’t Doing Enough To End the Climate Crisis? Here’s How To Cope With Eco-Guilt
Picture the scene: It’s Monday night and you’ve just made your weekly pilgrimage to the…
By Victoria Stokes
How Being More Mindful of My Beauty Waste Helped Me Change My Habits
April 29, 2022
How Being More Mindful of My Beauty Waste Helped Me Change My Habits
When I started my career in beauty, receiving sparkly new products was the highlight of…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Tracking My Trash Taught Me That 'It's Part of My Job' Isn't an Excuse To Be Wasteful
April 29, 2022
Tracking My Trash Taught Me That 'It's Part of My Job' Isn't an Excuse To Be Wasteful
In my brief time as a Commerce Writer for Well+Good, I've learned that living sustainably…
By Francesca Krempa
In the Throes of New Parenthood, How Sustainably Can I Really Live?
April 27, 2022
In the Throes of New Parenthood, How Sustainably Can I Really Live?
Before I had a baby, I had a lot of ideas about what it would…
By Victoria Marin
Do Eco-Friendly Credit Cards Make a Difference? Here’s What To Know, According to Sustainable-Finance Experts
April 26, 2022
Do Eco-Friendly Credit Cards Make a Difference? Here’s What To Know, According to Sustainable-Finance Experts
However you pay for it, buying new stuff is generally not a boon to the…
By Erica Sloan
Is There a Sustainable Solution to the Activewear Boom?
April 25, 2022
Is There a Sustainable Solution to the Activewear Boom?
Since the start of the pandemic in 2020, workout clothes have had what you might…
By Alyssa Hardy
This Earth Month, Scarlett Johansson and the Outset Are Planting 25,000 Trees
April 22, 2022
This Earth Month, Scarlett Johansson and the Outset Are Planting 25,000 Trees
It's 10 a.m. on a sunny Monday morning in early April, and I'm standing in…
By Zoe Weiner
When It Comes to Waste, 'Wishcycling' Is Not the Answer—Here's How To Stop the Common Practice
April 22, 2022
When It Comes to Waste, 'Wishcycling' Is Not the Answer—Here's How To Stop the Common Practice
In the pursuit of adopting more sustainable habits, recycling is low-hanging fruit. It takes minimal…
By Erica Sloan
1.5 Billion Toothpaste Tubes Are Thrown Away Each Year—Try These 17 Natural Toothpastes Instead
April 18, 2022
1.5 Billion Toothpaste Tubes Are Thrown Away Each Year—Try These 17 Natural Toothpastes Instead
You might not realize it, but your dental hygiene routine might not be as sustainable…
By Francesca Krempa
'Climate Change Is Real, and It Has Completely Changed My Mind About Having Kids'
April 15, 2022
'Climate Change Is Real, and It Has Completely Changed My Mind About Having Kids'
With climate change resulting in rising seas, devastating natural disasters, and disruptions to global food…
By Janel Martinez
8 Tips from a Sustainability Pro on How To Make Any Beauty Routine More Eco-Friendly
April 15, 2022
8 Tips from a Sustainability Pro on How To Make Any Beauty Routine More Eco-Friendly
I've long been aware that the beauty industry has a waste problem, but it wasn't…
By Kara Jillian Brown
I Tapped a Sustainability Coach To Nix My Trashy Habits—Here Are the 5 Key Takeaways I’ll Be Trying
April 15, 2022
I Tapped a Sustainability Coach To Nix My Trashy Habits—Here Are the 5 Key Takeaways I’ll Be Trying
After tracking my trash for two weeks as a part of the Waste Not Challenge,…
By Francesca Krempa
5 Ways To Make Your Morning Coffee More Sustainable, According to a Climate-Conscious Supplier
April 11, 2022
5 Ways To Make Your Morning Coffee More Sustainable, According to a Climate-Conscious Supplier
By Well+Good Editors
Sustainability by the Numbers
April 11, 2022
Sustainability by the Numbers
By Well+Good Editors
Growing Upwards: How Vertical Farming Is Reaching for a More Sustainable Future
April 11, 2022
Growing Upwards: How Vertical Farming Is Reaching for a More Sustainable Future
By Well+Good Editors
Regenerative Agriculture Has a Big Race and Equity Issue, and It’s Not Going Away Anytime Soon
April 11, 2022
Regenerative Agriculture Has a Big Race and Equity Issue, and It’s Not Going Away Anytime Soon
Take a close look at the packaged foods that line the shelves of your local…
By Laura Fisher
We Need To Talk About Climate Change
April 01, 2022
We Need To Talk About Climate Change
On her website, climate scientist Katharine Hayhoe tees up her bio with a quote from…
By Abbey Stone
I Tracked My Trash for 2 Weeks and Learned an Alarming Lesson About Paper Towels and Packaging
April 01, 2022
I Tracked My Trash for 2 Weeks and Learned an Alarming Lesson About Paper Towels and Packaging
As the commerce writer for Well+Good, I get a lot of stuff. Skin-care products, running sneakers, sous…
By Francesca Krempa
How Much Waste Does a Beauty Editor Accumulate? Turns Out, a Lot—Here's How I Tracked It
April 01, 2022
How Much Waste Does a Beauty Editor Accumulate? Turns Out, a Lot—Here's How I Tracked It
The global cosmetics industry creates over 120 billion units of packaging annually—and most of it…
By Kara Jillian Brown
6 Totally Doable Earth-Friendly Tips from Sustainability Lovers You Can Start Right Now
April 01, 2022
6 Totally Doable Earth-Friendly Tips from Sustainability Lovers You Can Start Right Now
It's easy to let a few (okay, maybe more!) scrolls on TikTok—admiring the luxe, minimalism…
By Well+Good Editors
Greece Isn’t Just the Center of Blue-Zone Everything, It’s Now a Sustainable Beauty Hotspot
April 01, 2022
Greece Isn’t Just the Center of Blue-Zone Everything, It’s Now a Sustainable Beauty Hotspot
When it comes to longevity, daily movement and nutrient-rich meals are key. But the world’s…
By Well+Good Editors
Climate Anxiety Is Sweeping the Planet—Here's How To Manage It
March 30, 2022
Climate Anxiety Is Sweeping the Planet—Here's How To Manage It
Climate change is best understood as a shift in temperatures and weather patterns that results…
By Isadora Baum
A (Sustainable) Day in the Life
March 24, 2022
A (Sustainable) Day in the Life
By Well+Good Editors
The 7 Best Organic Bedding Sets for a Soft, Cozy, and Irritant-Free Bed
March 15, 2022
The 7 Best Organic Bedding Sets for a Soft, Cozy, and Irritant-Free Bed
Though you might feel as though you couldn't possibly get enough time cozying up in…
By Erica Sloan
A Guide to Hybrid Vs. Electric Cars, So You Can Choose the One That Fits Your Lifestyle
February 26, 2022
A Guide to Hybrid Vs. Electric Cars, So You Can Choose the One That Fits Your Lifestyle
ICYMI: Global warming is real. It’s because of this and overwhelming concern surrounding climate change that…
By Rebecca Norris
How To Dye Clothes & Fabric: Easy DIY Steps To Upcycle Your Old Stuff
February 24, 2022
How To Dye Clothes & Fabric: Easy DIY Steps To Upcycle Your Old Stuff
If I was a betting woman, I'd put a good amount of money down on…
By Zoe Weiner
Cole Haan Just Made a Shoe Out of Dandelions, And It’s a First-of-Its-Kind Move in the Sustainable Fashion Scene
February 11, 2022
Cole Haan Just Made a Shoe Out of Dandelions, And It’s a First-of-Its-Kind Move in the Sustainable Fashion Scene
First we had thrift stores, then we had new clothes made out of old clothes,…
By Well+Good Editors
Trying To Build Planet-Friendly Habits? Start With These 4 Simple Tips
February 02, 2022
Trying To Build Planet-Friendly Habits? Start With These 4 Simple Tips
In the world of fitness, slow and steady progress is everything: You walk before you…
By Well+Good Editors
5 Single-Serve Coffee Makers That Don't Require Pods
January 15, 2022
5 Single-Serve Coffee Makers That Don't Require Pods
Coffee is an integral part of many people's morning routine/ability to function (and it's got…
By Allie Flinn
6 Simple Ways To Be More Sustainable While Grocery Shopping and Cooking
January 11, 2022
6 Simple Ways To Be More Sustainable While Grocery Shopping and Cooking
Intimidating as it may seem, adopting sustainable eating and shopping habits doesn’t have to be…
By Isadora Baum
This Beginner-Friendly, Easy-to-Clean Composting Bin Has 11K 5-Star Reviews
January 08, 2022
This Beginner-Friendly, Easy-to-Clean Composting Bin Has 11K 5-Star Reviews
Nothing brings your attention to the amount of waste in your life quite like the…
By Kate Hull
Make Sustainable Eating Second Nature in 2022 With This Simple Plan
January 01, 2022
Make Sustainable Eating Second Nature in 2022 With This Simple Plan
Living a more sustainable, climate-conscious life is something that many people know is important. But actually making…
By Palak Patel
The Golden Rules of Regifting Your Presents to Other People, According to Etiquette Experts 
December 26, 2021
The Golden Rules of Regifting Your Presents to Other People, According to Etiquette Experts 
Whether you want to be mindful of your budget or just don’t want to deal…
By Jessica Estrada
The 10 Best Reusable Grocery Bags That'll Never Break on You
December 07, 2021
The 10 Best Reusable Grocery Bags That'll Never Break on You
Reusable bags are a great investment for yourself and the environment. Not only do they…
By Taylor Bell
38 Unique Eco-Friendly Gift Ideas for Earth Conscious Friends
November 15, 2021
38 Unique Eco-Friendly Gift Ideas for Earth Conscious Friends
When giving eco-friendly gifts for birthdays, anniversaries, or holidays, it's important to think outside of…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Potato Milk Is Happening, Alt-Dairy Fans—and It’s a Major Sustainability Win
November 13, 2021
Potato Milk Is Happening, Alt-Dairy Fans—and It’s a Major Sustainability Win
The vast majority of ways you can enjoy a potato make it the most ideal…
By Emily Laurence
Chocolate Is One of the Most Damaging Foods to the Environment—Here’s Why
November 02, 2021
Chocolate Is One of the Most Damaging Foods to the Environment—Here’s Why
Chocolate is easily one of the best gifts this planet ever gave us. More accurately,…
By Erin Bunch
Your Décolletage Is One of The First Places To Show Signs of Aging—These Reusable Neck and Chest Masks Can Help
October 31, 2021
Your Décolletage Is One of The First Places To Show Signs of Aging—These Reusable Neck and Chest Masks Can Help
We don't pay our décolletage nearly as much attention as we should. While we slather…
By Kara Jillian Brown
15 Sustainable Must-Haves To Keep in Every Room Of Your House
October 23, 2021
15 Sustainable Must-Haves To Keep in Every Room Of Your House
There's no denying we've made some serious strides on the sustainable living front. More and…
By Francesca Krempa
If You Aren’t Brushing Your Teeth With a Silicone Toothbrush, You’re Missing Out on a Next-Level Clean
October 20, 2021
If You Aren’t Brushing Your Teeth With a Silicone Toothbrush, You’re Missing Out on a Next-Level Clean
How much thought do you really put into your oral-care routine? If you're anything like…
By Stephanie Valente
This May Be the Only Couch You Need for the Rest of Your Life—No Matter Where You Move
October 13, 2021
This May Be the Only Couch You Need for the Rest of Your Life—No Matter Where You Move
To me, the couch is the center of the home; in every place I’ve ever…
By Alexis Berger
Why You’re About To See Protein-Packed Watermelon Seeds Everywhere
September 20, 2021
Why You’re About To See Protein-Packed Watermelon Seeds Everywhere
Do you remember that old saying in childhood that if you swallowed watermelon seeds, they…
By Laura Fisher
Please Kill This Beautiful Bug (and Don't Feel Bad About It)
September 17, 2021
Please Kill This Beautiful Bug (and Don't Feel Bad About It)
With its ruby red body and polka dot wings, the spotted lanternfly is objectively beautiful.…
By Francesca Krempa
Recycling Symbols Aren't Foolproof—California Is Working To Change That
September 09, 2021
Recycling Symbols Aren't Foolproof—California Is Working To Change That
Not every item labeled with the recycle symbol is meant to be recycled. In fact,…
By Francesca Krempa
A New Report Just Revealed the Most (And Least) Sustainable Coffee Chains
September 09, 2021
A New Report Just Revealed the Most (And Least) Sustainable Coffee Chains
In most cities and towns, there are (blessedly) no shortage of places to buy a…
By Emily Laurence
Experts Say the Greatest Threat to Public Health Is Earth's Worsening Climate
September 07, 2021
Experts Say the Greatest Threat to Public Health Is Earth's Worsening Climate
Science proves that Earth's climate is changing for the worse—and that humans are the driving…
By Francesca Krempa
This Casetify Ultra Compostable Case Is the Greenest Way To Protect Your Phone
September 02, 2021
This Casetify Ultra Compostable Case Is the Greenest Way To Protect Your Phone
What do you do with your phone case when you upgrade to the latest model?…
By Taylor Bell
'I'm a Forest Ecologist, and This Is the Smart Way To Make a Campfire'
August 31, 2021
'I'm a Forest Ecologist, and This Is the Smart Way To Make a Campfire'
With crisp weather and brilliant foliage, autumn is arguably the best season for camping. The…
By Francesca Krempa
The Real Differences Between Down and Down Alternative Duvets—And How To Choose the Best One for You
August 30, 2021
The Real Differences Between Down and Down Alternative Duvets—And How To Choose the Best One for You
Furnishing a home comes with endless choices, which can lead to some serious decision fatigue.…
By Alexis Berger
Tree-Free Toilet Paper and Alternatives That Are Better for Your Bum and the Planet
August 14, 2021
Tree-Free Toilet Paper and Alternatives That Are Better for Your Bum and the Planet
I'd love to tell you it's not a big deal that we flush paper made…
By Erin Bunch
7 Meaningful Ways To Help Survivors of the West Coast Wildfires
August 11, 2021
7 Meaningful Ways To Help Survivors of the West Coast Wildfires
For decades, scientists and environmentalists have been working tirelessly to spread the word of climate…
By Rebecca Norris
A New Report Confirms That Humans Fuel Climate Change. And That Only Humans Can Stop It.
August 09, 2021
A New Report Confirms That Humans Fuel Climate Change. And That Only Humans Can Stop It.
We are to blame for an “unprecedented” pace in greenhouse gas production—and if we don't…
By Isadora Baum
Making Oat Milk Creates Significant Waste—These 4 Brands Have Found Smart, Sustainable Ways To Use It
August 05, 2021
Making Oat Milk Creates Significant Waste—These 4 Brands Have Found Smart, Sustainable Ways To Use It
Despite the alternative milk aisle getting a lot more crowded these past few years (seriously,…
By Emily Laurence
How To Dry Fresh Flowers, According to ‘Full Bloom’ Winner Conner Nesbit
July 31, 2021
How To Dry Fresh Flowers, According to ‘Full Bloom’ Winner Conner Nesbit
Having fresh-cut flowers on display makes your home instantly feel more welcoming and lively. But,…
By Kara Jillian Brown
A Regenerative Farmer Shares Her Number One Tip for Living a More Sustainable Life
July 29, 2021
A Regenerative Farmer Shares Her Number One Tip for Living a More Sustainable Life
As more people have woken up to the fact that what we eat not only…
By Emily Laurence
Madewell Just Partnered With ThredUp To Help You Shop Over 3,000 Pre-Loved Pairs of Jeans
July 21, 2021
Madewell Just Partnered With ThredUp To Help You Shop Over 3,000 Pre-Loved Pairs of Jeans
High-quality denim is made to last. But as you move through the phases of your…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Xeriscaping Uses Less Water To Give Your Garden More Color and Wildlife
July 16, 2021
Xeriscaping Uses Less Water To Give Your Garden More Color and Wildlife
Coined by Denver Water in 1981, the term "xeriscaping" is a portmanteau of the Greek…
By Francesca Krempa
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