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Whether you're looking for something environmentally-friendly or if you abstain from animal products, these are our favorite vegan makeup brands created by celebrities.

Sustainable glasses companies keep cropping up, offering prescription frames, readers, blue-light glasses, and sunglasses that will keep your eyes protected while respecting the Earth.

If you're looking to keep your clothes fresh and clean without doing a number on the planet, here are our favorite eco-friendly laundry detergents.

We spoke with the incredible minds behind Sustainable Coastlines Hawai'i, which is a nonprofit that looks to keep our coastlines and oceans clean.

Keep reading for our guide on how to recycle guitar strings, orchestral strings, woodwind reeds, and more.

If you're delving into the vast world of rock climbing, obtaining safe gear is essential — here's how to make sure your hobby is sustainable.

Are any musical instruments vegan, or is it common for them to be made using animal-derived materials?

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

Why does my room get so dry? There are a million reasons your room might be getting dry in the winter, but there are a number of ways to fix it.

If you're an avid home cook who appreciates making next-level vegan creations, you should definitely consider buying these underrated kitchen gadgets.

Along with Sprout World's newly-released plantable eyeliner, and there are several other vegan and eco-friendly eyeliner and brow pencils we love.

Anti-fogging glasses sprays often contain forever chemicals, aka PFAS, according to new research. Here's how you can avoid that.

Once the holidays have passed, what happens to all of the Christmas cards? Here's how to tell which are recycled, and if so, how to recycle them.

Elon Musk of Tesla and SpaceX now lives in a prefabricated tiny house for his primary residence, costing the multibillionaire just $250 per month.

ASMR doesn’t affect everybody, but why do some people find it so relaxing?

What do vegetarians eat on Thanksgiving? While we may not be eating turkey or gravy, there are many meatless options to choose from.

Ladybugs might be helpful in the garden, but why are there so many of them around these days?

Billie Eilish is known for having a vegan-friendly attitude in interviews, but is the singer actually vegan herself?

We’ve rounded up some sustainable vitamin companies, all of which are making efforts to reduce their environmental impacts.

Whether you're looking for an engagement ring or new bling, here are ethical and lab-grown diamond companies for a guilt-free touch of sparkle.

Are there plant-based grocery stores? You can have a fully meatless food shopping experience by going to an entirely plant-based grocery store.

Buy Nothing groups can help reduce waste and foster community — the Upper East Side's Buy Nothing group admin tells us more.

National Hiking Day is coming up on Nov. 17, so if you were planning to commemorate the day on social media, consider using these Instagram captions.

The average person produces an incredible amount of garbage in a month, and the problem is only getting worse.

Antioxidants are billed as a disease-fighting super nutrient, but how exactly do they work?

Set to hit Netflix in November of 2021, Extinct is an animated film about the importance of wildlife conservation.

Who is Kim Stanley Robinson? The American author, who wrote 'Ministry For The Future,' often incorporates climate change into his fictional themes.

Going vegan doesn't require anything special — anyone can make the choice to align their actions with their values.

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.

In the fall, the green leaves of summer shift into a riot of autumn hues, but why do leaves change colors anyway?

Can I reuse coffee grounds, for my beauty routine? There are so many ways in which your used coffee grounds can be repurposed, for self-care.

What is biotin? You've likely seen the ingredient in a wide range of hair care and beauty products, but is it safe to use? Where does it come from?

Dumpster diving used to be a subject of derision, but social media is causing people to take a second look at its zero-waste potential.

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

Vanlife offers a host of environmental benefits, but only if it’s done the right way.

Although nothing surpasses speaking with a certified therapist, here are free mental health boosting activities for Emotional Wellness Month.

October is Emotional Wellness Month, and although social media can take a toll on your mental health, these Instagram accounts are worth following.

If you want to make sure you're shopping as consciously as possible, a new app called vKind connects consumers with vegan businesses and services.

Do vegan motorcycle companies exist? Although motorcycle culture revolves around leather, there are many leather-free companies for vegan bikers.

Oct. 12 is National Farmer's Day, and to honor the agricultural holiday, we're highlighting a few of our favorite farmers from the TikTok community.