Sustainable Living

Considering the environmental impact of the floriculture industry, those bridal bouquets smell putrid. From dried to faux flowers, let's talk sustainable alternatives.

Known for its booming oil industry, Tulsa, Okla., offers plenty of eco-friendly things to do. Visitors can embrace cowboy culture and a sustainable lifestyle!

Short on time? You can crochet coasters, bookmarks, hats, and more in less than an hour. Keep reading to learn more about these quick projects.

Many beauty bloggers have had adverse experiences with Mario Badescu, while others swear by the cruelty-free company's skincare products.

As an online factory marketplace, Quince keeps the prices of its "luxury" offerings low, prompting shoppers to wonder if it's legit.

It’s not against federal law to collect rainwater. However, it’s important to note that some U.S. states have restrictions in place.

From Chanel N°5 to Tom Ford Tobacco Vanille dupes, we've compiled a list of vegan and cruelty-free luxury perfume copycats that don't break the bank.

Your smoky quartz crystal may have been mined unethically, polluting the planet and endangering an underpaid miner. Hunting down ethically sourced crystals is a challenge.

Let's face it, most people aren't looking to thrift every item in their wardrobe. Because of this, lifting up affordable sustainable fashion brands is vital.

Reducing single-use plastics is important, but when you must use Ziploc or other single-use bags, you can wash them to extend their life. Here's how.

Looking to prioritize animal kindness and climate-conscious consumerism this winter? Then ditch the Merino wool and opt for vegan fabrics like hemp, lyocell, and ramie.

Reusable toilet paper or "family cloths" are sustainable TP solutions, but are they hygienic? Here's what you should know.

Don't throw that Amazon bag out just yet! A viral hack on TikTok shows that you can flip Amazon bags inside out and use them for returns.

Subtly abrasive items and household ingredients like jewelry cloths, toothpaste, and baking soda can be used to keep stainless steel jewelry squeaky clean.

Potentially concerning levels of silver were found in popular brands of period underwear, including Thinx, Marks & Spencer, and Bodyform.

A SCOBY is an acronym for kombucha's most important — and weirdest — ingredient: a symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeast, which looks like a raw chicken breast.

Spider plants aren’t toxic to cats or dogs. However, that doesn’t mean that the plant should become your pet’s favorite snack.

Ever heard of "trapped" or "lost" water? One social media user is encouraging people to release water stuck in plastic bottles.

TEXFAD, a company based in Uganda, is using banana leaves and stems to make sustainable fabric, which can then be used to make various everyday goods.

These DIY snuffle mats for dogs are simple to make and will greatly benefit your pet. You just need a towel or some fabric to start.

A project to build 99 tiny homes in Canada is helping unhoused community members, but some critics say it's unhealthy for the residents to be so cut off from the rest of society.

Musician Billie Eilish, who is also vegan, is using her influence to promote Gucci's new plant-based handbag, made from a new material.

If you're looking to dress up your dog for Halloween this year, we've compiled a list of easy, cheap, and low-waste costumes your pup won't hate.

We're exploring Goodwill's charitable nature and list of controversies, which allegedly include low wages, executive greed, and discrimination.

Did you know you can buy a banana slicer? That's just one of the many ridiculous products adding to the problem of wasted resources.

Calling all sustainable travelers! NYC is home to a slew of luxurious and Instagram-worthy green hotels, and we rounded up some of the best.

There’s no need to waste your leftover pumpkin. Instead, make pumpkin cream cold foam, create a sugar scrub, or add it to a simmer pot.

People on social media are complaining about stores using one plastic bag per item, which creates unnecessary waste.

Emma Grede tells Green Matters about the creation and inspiration behind the brand Safely.

Peppermint oil can be used to get rid of pests, clean the house, treat cold symptoms, reduce stress, flavor foods, and more.

In an exclusive interview with 'Green Matters,' reworked vintage clothing designers Maddie West and Brooklyn Karasack got candid about their sustainable fashion journeys.

Found some old jeans in your closet? Try a few DIYs, consider upcycling, or see if you can recycle them.

If you're looking to dispose of old pairs of socks that are ridden with holes, there are many sock recycling programs out there.

Although giving away used bras feels awkward, don't trash them — instead, these organizations will properly reuse and recycle them.

From sexy intimates to fashionable nude basics, check out these sustainable underwear brands that we swear by!

One lucky thrift shopper found Lapalma LEM stools for just $50 apiece, though they sometimes retail for nearly a thousand dollars each.

It's great finding valuable items when you are thrift shopping. One shopper was super excited to find a Staub Dutch oven at a thrift store for a major bargain.

Learning how to read crochet patterns can be overwhelming. It’s best to start by studying the most popular terms and abbreviations.

Shower curtain liners cannot be recycled because they are made of PVC. However, there are a few sustainable alternatives.

Salmon is the second-most popular fish in the U.S., and customers pay more for farm-raised fish with a deep pink color. Here's why.