Allison Schwartz

I will plant a herb or vegetable garden using as little plastic as possible and to save from the plastic used buying herbs and veggies.

I will not buy anything except items required for health and safety.

Wipes don't break down in sewer systems, but combine with fat to create massive clogs. I will find alternatives to using disposable wipes.

When possible, I will not use disposable bags when shopping, including produce bags.

When I need to replace my dish soap, I will switch to a bar or refillable option.

I will conduct a waste audit - including recyclables and compost - to understand how much waste I create and where I can reduce the most.

If traveling, I will reuse my old travel tubes to refill with my soaps or only bring bar soaps with me in a TSA-approved reusable quart-sized bag.

I will replace my soaps, shampoos, conditioners, and lotions with a sustainable, unpackaged, or refillable option.

I will make the switch to sustainable, reusable period products.

I will use wool dryer balls or another plastic-free alternative to dryer sheets to keep my clothes static-free.

When it's time to buy more, I will replace my beauty products with refillable, sustainable, and/or DIY options.

I will find secondhand sources for my pet's water/food dishes, collars or leashes.