5 Best Sustainable Online Stores For Zero-Wasters Who Still Like Shopping Now & Then

April 28, 2020

Who doesn’t like shopping? Even though I have been moving towards a minimalist and zero-waste lifestyle, I still need certain items. Thankfully, there is a growing number of vegan, sustainable, eco-friendly online shops out there today. These will come in handy whether you are looking for some cruelty-free cosmetics or sustainable and zero-waste products for your bathroom and kitchen. These shops have you covered for all those eco-friendly products.

Lush

Who doesn’t know Lush? I loved them long before I went vegan and wanted to reduce my plastic consumption. I have been getting the same perfume from their stores for years! I also love spending time in their brick-and-mortar shops. It always looks so pretty and smells amazing! I have to admit:  When I am in one of their stores I need to be stopped so i don’t test all their products.😉 While some of their items contain honey or beeswax, their entire range is 100% vegetarian. More than 85% is also fully vegan.

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Love Lula

This is a great online store with all natural and organic products. They have a huge variety of ethical brands, none of which have been tested on animals or contain parabens. Whatever you are looking for, I am sure you will find it. If you are unsure which products are the ones for you, you can sign up for their monthly beauty box. Every month you will get a box delivered with different items so you can test them all. Also a plus: Free worldwide shipping for orders over £15.

Love Lula Logo

Ben & Anna

When I started my zero-waste journey I also had to look for deodorant and toothpaste alternatives. That’s when I stumbled upon Ben & Anna, which sells all-natural products without any plastic. They have toothbrush powder in a glass jar and aluminium-free deodorant in a paper tube. All vegan, cruelty-free and plastic free. Amazing! They smell so good, too. Honestly, before trying it I was not convinced that powder would do the trick for clean teeth. But I really wanted to go zero-waste. I have to say, I was pleasantly surprised. Check out their website.

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Plastic Free Pursuit

Another store for all you zero-waste people. This store offers so many amazing zero-waste swaps: beauty products, items for your home, children’s toys, on-the-go items, things for pets. Or just get a full kit at once. Whether you need cosmetics, new kitchen utensils, a steel razor, or some new lotions without all the plastic bottles, you surely will find what you need. I have to mention though that not everything here is vegan. They do have beeswax wraps, for example. Go have a look here.

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Eco Roots

Eco Roots is a Colorado-based eco-friendly and minimalist shop. Honestly, just looking at their website gives me a sense of calm. It’s so simple, yet enjoyable, with zero-waste products for every need. Their packaging is completely recyclable or up-cyclable, and completely plastic-free. Moreover, a portion of every sale is donated the Ocean Conservancy. So, you do something good while getting new amazing products. Click here to see their full range.

Rose Candle

These are just a few of the shops I really like. There are many great sustainable online stores now and more and more a popping up. If you are just starting to go zero-waste check out my article on 3 Simple Steps I Took To A Plastic-Free Lifestyle to get some ideas where to start. I know it can be overwhelming at first. But trust me, it’s worth it!

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Photo: Lush, Love Lula, Ben & Anna, Plastic Free Pursuit, Eco Roots

Rebecca Willems
A self-described queer vegan feminist, Rebecca is also trying to live a more zero-waste and minimalist life. During her undergraduate and graduate studies she put a lot of focus on sustainability, LGBTQ+ rights and gender issues across the globe. Having lived on 5 continents in many different cultures and being an avid traveler, she loves to learn about new cultures, learn languages, and try all the amazing vegan food across the world.

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