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Most contact lenses are made with plastic, and while you can't recycle them curbside, here's how you can recycle them.

You can now buy flavored nutritional yeast, and it comes in two flavors: Roasted Garlic and Smoky BBQ.

Are you in the market to down-size your current residence? Check out where to start your search for tiny homes that are currently for sale.

Why should I buy designer toilet paper? Not only is it beautiful and sustainable, but these brands support causes that help people around the world.

We’ve got you covered with how to avoid BPA exposure, a lot of which comes down to making easy swaps around the house.

Regardless of what you do during the holidays, there's nothing better than making your entire home smell like Christmas — in an eco-friendly way.

Where can you recycle electronics in New York City? If you're cleaning your apartment, there are many ways to get rid of old devices and chords.

If you're looking to add value to your home before you decide to sell it, these eco-friendly upgrades will definitely come in handy.

Living or live Christmas trees are the most sustainable choice this holiday season.

Finding sustainable rugs that are also non-toxic, vegan, ethically-made, and in your price range can be a bit overwhelming — so here are a few brands that make eco-friendly rugs.

Phthalates are linked to 100,000 premature deaths in the U.S. every year, according to a new study.

Supporting a sustainable toilet paper company that responsibly manages its forests is a great way to make your bathroom routine more zero waste.

The magazine industry is slowly going the way of the dodo, but most people still don’t know how to properly dispose of glossy magazines.

A new study finds that forever chemical exposure via indoor air and dust is much more common than previously thought.

TikTok's "Earth Stewardess," one of the original members of the EcoTok collective, took the time to share her Green Routine with us via email.

What is the best laundry scent booster? We recommend trying these natural, eco-friendly options.

The creator of Blogilates and POP Pilates, Cassey Ho, took some time to tell Green Matters about her passion for tofu, and to share her Green Routine.

We recently spoke with the couple who runs the Stooping NYC Instagram page, which helps New Yorkers score free furniture from curbs.

If you want an exfoliating deep-clean without all the plastic, try harvesting your own luffa from your own garden.

Whether you're sending out invites, thank you cards, or if you're simply looking to stay in touch, make sure to secure eco-friendly stationery.

We’ve rounded up a list of some of the most eco-friendly, gender-neutral period products, including reusable pads, menstrual underwear, tampons, and more.

Humidifiers can make dry air more breathable, but can they provide relief from allergies?

Attention, plant parents! Your green babies are currently at risk of drying out in these hot temperatures — here's how they're affected by the heat wave.

How do avocados benefit your hair? It turns out the widely beloved green fruit makes your hair healthier in several different ways.

If you're trying to lower your impact in the kitchen, consider stocking up on a few of our favorite compostable, reusable, and zero-waste sponges.

Green Matters spoke with professional organizer, author, and TV personality, Marie Kondo, on staying organized sustainably, and about her new line.

We spoke to a number of yoga instructors and influencers to discuss their favorite sustainable mats for International Yoga Day, which falls on June 21.

Expired medicine is a fixture of many American medicine cabinets, but what happens if you accidentally take some of it?

These natural carpenter bee repellents should clear the little buggers out of your home for good.

It's crucial to make sure you aren't over-watering your grass for the sake of your community and the environment — here's how much water it really needs.

'Building Off the Grid' has been around since 2016, and the show is a great vehicle for teaching people how to live a sustainable lifestyle.

Eco-friendly homes are only effective if they possess certain qualities, so what goes into making a house eco-friendly?

Gardening can be a very therapeutic way of reconnecting with nature, but did you know that it can also help the environment?

We’ve rounded up five of the most popular reef-safe sunscreens without a white cast.

You've likely seen products donning environmental certifications, but not all of them are necessarily credible — here's how to tell if you're being greenwashed.

Plants are a great part of home decor, but what are the best indoor plants for every type of environment?

Simple baking soda could be the key to clearing up minor clogs, but there's a trick to it, of course.

With lockdown restrictions lifting in many countries, many are surrendering and rehoming their “pandemic pets.”

Facebook’s Head of Multicultural Communications, Sonia Sroka, gave Green Matters exclusive tips for shopping secondhand furniture on Marketplace.

Most refrigerators run on hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) which notoriously have a high environmental impact. That said, Biden proposed we phase them out.