In honour of Plastic Free July, this week’s Hot List is dedicated to eco-friendly alternatives to your household essentials.
So if you’re trying to cut back on plastic waste, these products are a great way to get started.
From kitchen cleaners and on-the-go drinks holders to natural deodorant and houseplants, here are a few of the easy eco switches you could be making.
Elephant Box cork coffee cup
Wage war on disposable, plastic cups with this reusable, stainless steel and cork design – a simple, sustainable solution for your daily, on-the-go, caffeine hit.
Buy it for £17 from Kempii.
Milliways super natural gum
Some chewing gum brands contains plastic so make a speedy swap for this planet-friendly alternative.
Available in Mighty Mint, Peppermint Power or Watermelon Wonder flavours.
Buy it for £4 (four packs) from Milliways.
Origami diamond paper easy fit pendant
Not only does this chic, origami pendant look way more expensive than its ten pound price tag, it’s also made from paper so can be recycled at the end of its life.
Buy it for £10 from Dunelm.
Buy One Plant One BOPO Bottle
Keep hydration levels topped up with this stainless steel bottle and keep drinks cold for 30 hours. For every bottle sold, a tree is planted with the Eden Reforestation Project.
Buy it for £7.99 from Aldi.
Cold Brew flavoured tea bags
Beat the heat with a refreshing infusion using plastic-free teabags made from recyclable cornstarch and wood pulp. Cheers!
Buy it for £3.99 per box from Teapigs.
Eco Living dish brush with replaceable head
Clean up your act (and the dishes) with this plastic-free, washing-up brush with natural plant bristles and a beech wood replaceable head.
Buy it for £6 from Big Green Smile.
Organibox
Cut out plastic packaging with this organic fruit and vegetable delivery service. Fresh, healthy and tasty produce with free, nationwide, delivery direct to the door.
Prices start at £15.30 for a small fruit box from Organibox.
Bamboo paper shake straws
Slurp milkshakes and smoothies all summer with these slightly thicker, plastic-free straws made from bamboo paper. Strong, eco-friendly and biodegradable. Suck it and see…
Buy it for £14.49 from Cheeky Panda.
Natural Deodorant Balm
Be kind to your skin and the planet with these all natural deodorant balms made with organic coconut oil, shea butter and beeswax.
Buy it for £9.95 from Go All Natural.
Compostable Swedish Dishcloth
You’ll get a buzz out of these Swedish dishcloths for years. Made from biodegradable, natural materials, the snazzy cloths can be washed and reused – then popped in the compost heap.
Buy it for £2.95 from Pasoluna.
KitchenCraft Natural Elements Potato Jute Sack
Keep your spuds fresher for longer and cut back on food waste, thanks to this jute potato ack with a drawstring top.
Buy it for £11.49 from Natural Collection.
House plants with compostable pots
We’re still digging our indoor jungles, so time to go even greener by ordering a profusion of houseplants in natural and compostable coconut fibre pots. Grow on…
Prices start at £6 from foli8.
Bamboo Lunch Box
Full marks to these eco-friendly, bamboo lunch boxes: kind to your wallet and the planet and perfect for alfresco and aldesko eating.
Buy it for £4 from Wilko.
DIY Beeswax wrap kit by Pretty Bee Fresh
Ditch clingfilm and get crafty with this DIY beeswax wrap kit.
Your sandwiches and snacks have never looked so stylish – or sustainable.
Buy it for £15.90 from Of Cabbages & Kings.
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