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Tubby Todd ReviewAs a clean beauty junkie and advocate- I obviously care about what we use on the girls. Recently, Beautycounter discontinued it's children's line. So we turned to Tubby Todd! Tubby Todd uses gentle ingredients and natural plant-based extracts, and ensures the safety of each batch by conducting rigorous testing. I love that this company uses clean ingredients as well as has a mission they call "Tubby Cares". Here are some of their great goals!
For 2021: + They are committed to providing packaging solutions to cut back on 40,000 8.5oz plastic bottles. + Launch additional products and packaging solutions to continue to reduce their footprint! + 2,000 Gallon products = 30,000 plastic bottles saved as well as replaced 10,000 bottles with bar soap and Extra Tubby sales. They also partner with Baby2Baby and donated over 6,500 bottles of soap and lotion to help families in need to receive skincare essentials. Get 10% off by using this link!
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Our diapering journey and review of the REDYPER SubscriptionWhen we had Ruby we thought we would go the cloth diaper route. Quickly after she was born we realized that this was not for us and we switched to Honest brand diapers. We thought since they didn’t have many of the harsh chemicals and were non-toxic and “clean” that they would be a great choice to use on Ruby as well as a better choice for the planet. We used them happily for 2 and a half years (until she potty trained). They worked great for us- minimal leak issues, her skin didn’t react to them and cute prints to boot! But one day after chatting with my brother-in-law (who by the way is one of the smartest people I know, along with his wife- my sister…) told me that even though these diapers are plant based, they still would take DECADES to break down in a landfill- which is where our diapers were going. I was shocked to learn this. "A landfill is not a composting facility," the California Integrated Waste Management Board says on its website. "Nothing degrades well in a landfill." Oh Sh!t-the shocking facts about biodegradable diapers After doing some research I found out some statistics to go along with this new revelation : “ biodegradable diaper can take 50 years to decompose in a landfill, all the while emitting methane, a harmful greenhouse gas. 50 years is a long time, but it's significantly less time than 500 years, which is how long it takes regular diapers to break down.” And without getting into the nitty gritty of the science behind this…. That 50 year estimate is a best care scenario… "A landfill is not a composting facility," the California Integrated Waste Management Board says on its website. "Nothing degrades well in a landfill." This is because due to a lack of oxygen and microbes in landfills, things just DON’T break down. “Disposables of any sort won’t biodegrade in landfill sites, as landfill sites are managed to keep decomposition as low as possible due to the gases and liquid that leaches out”So to “break this down”(no pun intended)- all of those “biodegradable” diapers are NOT as earth friendly as you think….HELLO greenwashing! They ARE more earth friendly due to their makeup, and certainly are better for your child (the stuff in traditional diapers are really yucky), however they are still ending up in a landfill for MANY decades to come...not ideal! "A landfill is not a composting facility," the California Integrated Waste Management Board says on its website. "Nothing degrades well in a landfill. Our switch to Dyper and ReDyperFor these many reasons we have switched to DYPER and we use their REDYPER service. These diapers are made of responsibly sourced bamboo (bamboo grows quickly without fertilizer). DYPER diapers are free of chlorine, latex, alcohol, lotions, TBT or Phthalates. They're unprinted, unscented, soft to the touch, and we have found them to be durable and absorbent. AND WON’T END UP IN A LANDFILL! They have partnered with TerraCycle in order to provide composting for their diapers. By subscribing to the REDYPER service- you are ensuring that your diapers will be composted (as human waste is difficult to compost properly and you can’t do it at home with poopy nappies at all…) Additionally, Dyper purchases carbon offsets to help reduce the footprint of your diapering journey. How Dyper and ReDyper WorkDYPER subscription is much like any other diaper subscription. We made an account where we can customize the size, frequency and amount of diapers/wipes to be mailed to us. They also have an SOS feature if you are close to running out...all parents know that panicky feeling! Now on to REDYPER... First of all, with any solid waste (-ahem if you're reading this you're probably a parent and poop talk is standard) we try and roll it into the toilet. Then, we have an Ubbi pail with a reusable cloth liner where we deposit the used diaper. When that gets full we transfer those soiled diapers into the REDYPER bag and box that we keep in the garage. When that is full we zip tie it shut, print out a label and send it away to TerraCycle to deal with it properly. As a subscriber to the REDYPER™ service, we are provided with the bags, boxes and prepaid shipping labels designed to safely transfer the diapers. All parts of the process are designed with safety in mind and engineered to the strictest United Nations Haz Mat shipping standards. The BOTTOM line...hah see what I did there?Diapering is a personal choice and many factors go into what is the right choice for your family. We understand that diapers are a huge financial cost and at the end of the day, affordability is key. To be able to compost our diapers and provide our children with non-toxic diapers is a PRIVILEGE that we recognize. Environmentalism is very much intertwined with race, class, and privilege and I have so much learning to do on this topic...but please understand that I do not write this in hopes to shame anyone for their choice, but instead to let them know that this service exists and why we have chosen to use it. I hope that one day all parents will be able to have this choice for their children and our planet.
If you are interested in using Dyper, I have an affiliate link that you can use here: https://dyper.com/?ref=allisonzilinek
Why Buy Second Hand?Where To Shop For Quality Second Hand or Vintage Clothing Online: I know that there are some people that love the hunt of thrifting, but right now (during covid) it is much more difficult to get to thrift stores. There are many options out there to purchase second hand or vintage clothing and other items online. Several of my frequented sites/apps are Mercari, Poshmark, Depop, The Real Real, Vestiaire Collective. They are all online marketplaces for second hand, thrifted and vintage items. FYI: The difference between second hand and vintage- second hand are previously owned items and vintage is a subcategory of that in which clothes are between 20-100 years old. You can also use Facebook Marketplace, Letgo, Kidizen, Nextdoor, Ebay and Facebook Groups like The Buy Nothing Project and your local swap groups to purchase second hand items. You can sell your second hand or used items on many of these platforms as well! Tips For Purchasing Second Hand Clothing Online:
Final ThoughtsI want to remind you that the most sustainable wardrobe you have is the one in your closet right now. Wear what you have when you can (I need to take my own advice on this one more often.)
In a later post I will include some recommendations for some great sustainable clothing companies- as there are things that we still want first hand (hello underwear) and also, there are times we just want something new to us. It is important to keep companies like this in business too! Vote with your dollar and support businesses that are pushing the fashion industry to be more ethical and sustainable! I am going to wrap this up now as this is getting LONG. If you made it this far, you deserve a cookie. Good for you! And thanks for reading! This is a super simple, 4 step routine for nights that I don't have the time or energy for much else!Feel like you are too dog tired to do a skincare regimen consistently? Take a peek at my 5 min nighttime skincare routine. You CAN make time for this, I promise!
1. Lotus Glow Cleansing Balm- This is a powerhouse product that you NEED IN YOUR LIFE. It hydrates while it cleanses, removing makeup and impurities with nourishing ingredients that won't strip away your skin's natural moisture. (Bonus: it can also be used as a mask for a hydrating overnight facial.) 2. MAKEUP ERASER- you all already know that this is my favorite way to take off my makeup, GOODBYE WIPES- SEE YA NEVER! 3. Countertime Mineral Hydrating Boost Essence- Lightweight but deeply nourishing, this milky moisturizing essence (like a toner, but more beneficial) lends vital nutrients to the skin's moisture barrier. Hello more hydration! 3.5 ( You could add a serum here) 4. Countertime Tetrapeptide Supreme Cream this luxurious cream supports elasticity and visibly firms while minimizing the look of fine lines and wrinkles. 5. Countertime Ultra Renewal Eye Cream- brightens the under eye area and reduces the appearance of under-eye shadows and crow’s feet for a smooth, firmed look. ( hello mom bags) Other nights when you have the time (and energy) you can add in another step (either Overnight Resurfacing Peel or the Charcoal Mask) Remember to enter my name as your consultant! Allison Zilinek Allie 2/1/2021 0 Comments Beautycounter MythsOn the blog today I am tackling some common Beautycounter misconceptions:MYTHBUSTING: BEAUTYCOUNTER MISCONCEPTIONS I get the fear of MLMs. I really do. But I also think its important to talk candidly about the business side of Beautycounter so it doesn't get LUMPED in with other not so savory direct sales companies. Here are some FACTS: Beautycounter does NOT require their consultants to "recruit" or build a team...However once you start to see how it can really transform your life, it is hard not to WANT to share this opportunity with others! Anytime you want to hop on board my team...I'm all for it! ChooChoo! PS, you DO NOT need to use social to sell, in fact, many people don't at all! You do NOT NEED TO CARRY INVENTORY! They do not require you to buy any product, even when you start! There are NO monthly minimums to sell. SO LOW RISK! The initial investment is $50 dollars. THAT IS IT. And sometimes they do promos (like right now...ask me for more info) It is NOT time consuming AT ALL. You get to choose what you put into this business. I "create content" a few days a week at nap time or after the girls are asleep. It's a creative outlet for me and is fulfilling helping others get clean beauty into their lives! It is NOT a pyramid scheme.I is not a pyramid scheme: I REPEAT: NOT. A. PYRAMID. SCHEME. Beautycounter has an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau.
It is NOT some get rich quick thing. We as consultants are truly passionate about the mission and the products, and want to share them with you! I am bringing in income to my household AND staying home with my girls. I am my OWN boss and work when I want. I ENJOY it. And if this sounds like something you would enjoy too, PLEASE reach out and we can talk about it. I am including some helpful links if are interested in looking more into this!
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