Nike's New Vegan Collection Includes Air Force 1s Made From Pineapple LeatherNike launched a new collection called Happy Pineapple, including animal-free versions of classics like Air Force 1s, which are made from pineapple leather.
Celeb Tattoo Artist, Bang Bang, on How Tattoos Can Be More Eco-Friendly (Exclusive)Green Matters caught up with one of New York's most legendary celebrity tattoo artists, Bang Bang, to hear his "Green Routine" and collab with Lightlife.
These Musicians Are Providing Eco-Friendly Alternatives to Unsustainable Band TeesIf you're looking to support your favorite artists in a sustainable manner, a number of climate-conscious bands have released sustainable band merch.
“Forever Chemicals” Found in Half of Beauty Products Tested — Here’s Our PFAS-Free Makeup ListPFAS-free makeup brands are out there — and it could be a good idea to support them, since forever chemicals have been found in more than half of U.S. and Canada's makeup.
Is Aritzia Actually Sustainable, or Are We Being Greenwashed?Mid-price clothing company, Aritzia, makes itself out to be high quality and sustainable — but is it, or are we simply being greenwashed?
Stella McCartney’s Sustainable Autumn 2021 Collection “Celebrates Animals as Our Equals”Stella McCartney's Autumn 2021 is her most sustainable yet, and calls for an end to the fur industry.
Celebrity Makeup Artist Jamie Greenberg Shares Her “Green Routine” (Exclusive)Celebrity makeup artist Jamie Greenberg shared her Green Routine with Green Matters while promoting her partnership with Excedrin.
How Olivia Rodrigo Is Making Sustainable Fashion Part of Her BrandOlivia Rodrigo opened up about her passion for ethical and vintage fashion in a new interview — plus, we have the details on her sustainable merch collection.
Bamboo: Is It As Eco-Friendly As Everyone Seems to Think?Bamboo has been steadily gaining popularity as a sustainable textile and building material, but is bamboo actually eco-friendly, or is it greenwashing?
Sustainable Pride Merch by LGBTQ+-Owned Businesses to Combat Rainbow WashingPride merch is best when bought from a sustainable, LGBTQ+-owned, small business.
Estonia Is Shutting Down All Its Fur FarmsEstonia is banning fur farming nationwide — five years from now, all fur farms across the country must be completely shut down.
Vegan Grape Leather Bag Raises $200K on KickstarterVegan grape leather, made with the byproducts of the winemaking process that often go to waste, is the newest sustainable fabric.
Witch Hazel: 9 Uncommon Uses for This Amazing AstringentWitch hazel can be found in the first-aid aisle of every drugstore, but what are some uncommon uses for this amazing astringent?
Nikki Reed Shares Her “Green Routine” in Honor of New Vegan Shoe Line (Exclusive)Nikki Reed recently launched line of sustainable vegan sneakers, and she shared her Green Routine with us in honor of the release.
Designers of Sustainable Wedding Dresses From Sophie et Voilà on Design Process (Exclusive)Green Matters spoke with the creators behind Sophie et Voilà, two wedding dress makers that design their clothes from exclusively recycled materials.
Pandora Is Replacing All Mined Diamonds With Lab-Grown OnesPandora will no longer source mined diamonds, instead only using lab-grown diamonds in its collections.
One-Stop Shops for Sustainably Shopping Online That Are Better Than AmazonSustainable one-stop-shops can help make online shopping a little more eco-friendly. Check out this list of our favorite sustainable online marketplaces.
Sustainable Gift Ideas for an Eco-Conscious Mother’s DayMother's Day can be celebrated sustainably — check out our gift guide to eco-friendly presents and experiences.
Nicky Hilton Shares Her “Green Routine” to Celebrate Her Sustainable Shoe Line (Exclusive)Nicky Hilton just released her first sustainable fashion line of sustainably-made vegan shoes, in collaboration with French Sole.
10 Vegan, Cruelty-Free Makeup Brands You Can Find at Sephora If you’re looking for effective and popular brands of vegan makeup, you can find them all at Sephora.
Sustainable Athletic Wear Brands for Eco-Friendly WorkoutsIs it possible to find sustainable athletic wear? Fortunately, there are plenty of brands making fairly sustainable and eco-friendly exercise apparel.
7 Natural Shampoos That Will Help Thicken Even the Finest HairFinding a natural shampoo to fit your specific type of hair wasn’t always simple, but these seven brands are making much easier.
Influencers in the Sustainability Space Share Their Earth Day Resolutions (Exclusive)Influencers in the sustainability, low-impact, and eco-friendly space give Earth Day resolutions, to help inspire you to make some this year, too.
Designers Are Embracing Vegan Cactus Leather to Create Unique and Sustainable FashionPopular fashion designers are finally recognizing the amazing potential that sustainable materials like cactus leather can have on the textile industry.
Eco-Friendly Outdoor Clothing Brands to Help You Summit SustainablySustainable outdoor clothing is made to be tough and reliable, without causing undue damage to the environment through production or due to excess waste.
Nicole McLaughlin On Upcycled Collab With Foot Locker, O-1, and Russell Athletic (Exclusive)Designer Nicole McLaughlin collaborated with O-1 and Russell Athletic to launch a sustainable clothing line through Foot Locker's Greenhouse app.
How to Recycle Shoes: Sneakers, Slippers, Boots, and MoreThere are many ways to recycle old shoes, no matter the condition.
April Showers Bring May Flowers — Shop Our Favorite Sustainable Rain BootsIf you're looking to stay dry during the impending spring showers these next few months, peruse some of our favorite eco-friendly rain boots.
Kenneth Cole, Ellen Tracy, and More Than a Dozen Other Brands Ban FurGlobal Brands Group just announced that it will no longer be selling fur via any of its brands.
Jane Fonda on How Civil Disobedience Can "Align Your Body With Your Deepest Values"Jane Fonda opened up to Elle about Fire Drill Fridays, civil disobedience, and more.
12 Luxury Fashion Brands That Have Gone Fur-FreeThese luxury fashion designers have gone fur-free over the past few years.
What Certifications to Look for When Clothes Shopping SustainablyThese certifications will make it easier for you to know whether your clothes are made and distributed in a sustainable fashion.
Shop These Sustainable Asian American-Owned Businesses To support Asian American communities across the country, shop from these sustainable Asian American-owned businesses.
Vegan Fungi "Leather" Is Expected to Hit Adidas' and Stella McCartney's Shelves by 2021Adidas and other brands will be offering vegan "leather" products made of fungi, making them more sustainable than most manmade vegan leathers.
Eco-Friendly Hair Ties and Scrunchies to Get You Through Bad Hair Days, SustainablyThese eco-friendly hair ties and scrunchies will get you through any bad hair day, sustainably.
Eco-Friendly and Vegan Sandals to Kick Off the Warm WeatherIf you're gearing up for summer weather, these eco-friendly, vegan, and cruelty-free sandals will ensure your footwear impact is low as can be.
Are There Benefits to Refrigerating Skincare Products? Here's What You Should KnowRefrigerating many types of skin care products might seem like almost elementary, but is this extra step strictly necessary, or even a good idea?
H&M Is Using Cactus Leather in New “Science Story” CollectionH&M is using eco-friendly vegan cactus leather in its new Science Story collection.
What Are the Best Cruelty-Free Drugstore Shampoos?Shampoo is a part of many people’s daily routine, but are there any brands that don’t rely on cruel practices in testing?
Celebrities Who Started Sustainable Slow Fashion BrandsWe commend these five celebrities for using their platform to shine a light on sustainable fashion with their fashion brands.
Customers Boycotted These "Sustainable" Fashion Brands After BLM Scandals — How Have The Companies Followed Up?Everlane, Reformation, and other "sustainable" brands were under fire in the summer of 2020 for racism — but how have things changed, seven months later?
5 of Our Favorite Sustainable Beauty Innovations From 2021Check out five of our favorite new, innovative, and sustainable beauty products from 2021 (and late 2020).
What Is Deadstock Fabric? The term deadstock fabric may seem somewhat sinister at first glance, but it’s actually an important piece of understanding sustainable fashion.
Combat the Cold Weather With These Sustainable Cozy SlippersPer our superstitions surrounding Groundhog Day, winter may last for several more weeks — keeping your feet warm with sustainable slippers is crucial.
How This Affordable Hair Care Brand Ditched Plastic for Aluminum (Exclusive)Eva NYC's hair care product range has completely transitioned from plastic to aluminum packaging, and still manages to be an affordable, zero-waste option.
Your Environmentalist Loved Ones Will Love This Sustainable JewelryWhether you're dating a zero-waste queen or someone who dabbles in eco activism, your partner will love this sustainable Valentine's Day jewelry.
7 Sustainable Fashion Brands That Upcycle Deadstock and Fabric ScrapsThese fashion brands use fabric scraps, deadstock fabric, upcycled clothing, and other materials that would have otherwise gone to landfills.
The Best Sustainable Face Masks by Slow Fashion BrandsA sustainable cloth face masks can be worn over and over again — here are 10 slow fashion brands making eco-friendly cloth face masks.
These Stores Will Recycle Your Old Running SneakersNot sure what to do with your old running sneakers? These stores and organizations accept old kicks, to reuse and recycle the materials for other uses.
How to Ensure Your At-Home Manicure Is Eco-FriendlyAttention, zero-wasters — if you're looking to ensure your grooming habits are eco-friendly, we have a few sustainable nail care tips and tricks.