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Most of us at some time in January make a couple of new year resolutions that we hope to keep throughout the year (check out our suggestions from last year) but how many of us do really stick to them? We’ve compiled a few healthy, green ideas that will not only benefit your health but […]

Now that narratives such as climate change have become harder to dismiss, many of us are more aware of how human activity impacts the environment than ever before. This gradual surge in awareness has targeted all aspects of life with an amplified call for changes in behaviour. Even the smallest aspects of our daily routines […]

Composting is a very effective way of recycling organic materials and other scraps that would typically end up in a landfill. The idea of composting is one that helps to cut down waste and still provide a usable material at the end of the day. Composting helps to create an ecosystem that effectively provides food […]

If the recent increase in support for green issues is anythingto go by, there will soon be a huge wave of converts who are becoming eco conscious. It’s very easy to become quite overwhelmed when you decide to go green. A lot of people often think that there is no point to it except if […]

Centella the botanical skincare brand founded by medical herbalist Yaso Shan have expanded their range and are currently working towards going zero waste. Yaso has taken advantage of her scientific background and therapeutic experience to put her knowledge of the immense potential of botanical ingredients and an understanding of skin physiology into formulating a range […]

There has certainly been more interest garnered in controlling energy around the home over recent years. Perhaps unsurprisingly, this is starting to spread to the outdoors as well. The garden is the focus for this post as this can be a so-called easy target when it comes to attracting the right “feelings”. It’s full of […]

The handcrafted soaps from Ruth Romano are an award winning range which are made from natural ingredients and are perfect for ethical and eco-conscious consumers who want a natural, plastic free and cruelty free range of bar soaps. I sampled the pure soap and the lemongrass soap which were packaged simply but elegantly in brown […]

No one likes sudden visitors, especially when they are small, slimy, cause damage, and intend to move in with you. Insects and small rodents besiege our homes in search of food and warm shelter. While some of them are completely harmless, others can cause  damage and also endanger our health. As no one wants to […]

Greencane toilet paper, tissues and paper towels are eco-friendly products made primarily from recycled sugarcane and fast-renewable bamboo. By using Greencane, you are making a sustainable choice and are valuing the environment by limiting the destruction of soft-wood forests. Greencane are offering the chance to win 1 box of ‘Naked Toilet Paper’ which includes 48 rolls of unwrapped, plastic-free, […]

We all know how important it is to move towards a more sustainable future and to waste as little as possible. To help, Boxx-Direct have partnered with TerraCycle to offer free pen recycling services. Old pens are collected from your premises and dropped off to TerraCycle to be recycled. All for free! All you have […]

An unhealthy environment can be the cause of many ailments. We are exposed to pollution and toxic materials every day, particularly in the home. With the rise of eco-awareness and people seeing the benefits of natural materials, people are increasingly turning back to traditional building methods. The idea of living in a log home, modified […]