What are /r/PlasticFreeLiving's favorite Products & Services?

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These are Ziploc Paper Sandwich Bags, link.. They look like they would be great for storing little blocks of cheese.

Amazon has biodegradable to-go ware like forks, cups, plates, etc. you can get the whole setup in one package. Here’s just one example

Delihom Biodegradable Dinnerware Set 172pcs Eco Friendly Party Supplies Includes Biodegradable Plates Napkins, Cups Forks, Knives and Spoons Compostable Picnic Disposable Set https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07XXWVVVV/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_NCJP5RWGX9G78XDP36PA

Levenger used to make a mostly metal dry highlighter clutch pencil. I've been on the hunt for a used one for years. They still sell the refills but they have since discontinued the actual pencil. You could look to see if another clutch pencil would fit the refills. Something like this. TBH I'm not entirely sure what the refills are made of. But they don't smear, don't have plastic packaging and look a little more professional than the highlighter pencils.

Unfortunately it's been a real challenge to find plastic free options for a variety of office supplies that also look professional enough for the legal field.

On regular printer paper Crayola neon colored pencils work well. No idea how they would work on the slightly glossy pages of a law text book.

Also look for dry highlighter pencils that are marketed for bibles. They typically have thinner and slightly glossy pages.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09BQD3YDY?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details

It's just one stainless steel tub inside, no seals no silicone. I love it. No plastic or anything but steel comes in contact with the water ever.

https://www.amazon.com/Woolly-Clothing-Merino-Pro-Knit-Shorts/dp/B09N18LR9M/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?keywords=merino%2Bwool%2Bshorts&qid=1668598711&sr=8-2&th=1&psc=1

Found these! Wool is great for active wear.

So, this becomes much easier if you know how to properly use the google search engine.

No matter what you do, you’re going to return results for insulated water bottles. Here’s how you stop that:

“You can exclude a word from your search by putting a minus sign ("-") immediately in front of the term you want to exclude. Make sure you include a space before the minus sign. For example, the search: will return pages about bass that do not contain the word "music."

Then you specifically want to include the results for uninsulated bottles, so you add “not insulated” to your search.

If you see here, this search results in finding the brand Triple Tree; metal, uninsulated water bottles.

When you add the phrase “128 oz” to the search, you find this product, which is pretty much exactly what you’re looking for.

So, to find this product, I typed in - stainless water bottle "-insulated" "NOT insulated" "128 oz"

12 Count I Bamboo Toothbrush I Soft Bristles Best for Sensitive Gums I Charcoal I Vegan I Natural Wood I BPA Fee I Recyclable I Compostable I Biodegradable | Environmentally Friendly | by EveEco https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07YJ1FTWF/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_FK8YZVZ264206MBVX127?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Whenever I buy something for the house, I check my list of plastic-free replacement items, and it eventually becomes habit. Here’s my list to get you started :)

https://www.notion.so/andreat/Plastic-Free-7583d331228247fdaf7352b2a293ad6a

This one works really nicely. A lot of times at least the screen or the material holding the screen will be made of plastic, but this is all stainless steel.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07LF7HWFZ/

I have a few GRUB2GO stainless steel containers. Work well for lunch.

Link: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01KHEJA8G/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

They are unavailable, but there are alternatives.

How about something like this. Very sturdy, long lasting since it made of metal and refillable. The strike stick can easily be used to light candles.

I've been using this for my coffee for years. I don't use a filter at all, the metal mesh works perfect. You can also use a French Press for another method of making coffee without plastic.

https://www.amazon.com/PRANCE-Coffee-Filter-2nd-Generation/dp/B073RYD17F/ref=asc\_df\_B073RYD17F

I use this on my face and tattoo: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Neutrogena-Ultra-Dry-Touch-Sunblock-Lotion/dp/B000EPA4GQ
I also have melasma (dark patches on my face) and I've found it's great at keeping it at bay.

Edit: I miss read the other post. Look into an eco egg.

We’ve been using it for a few years now and still haven’t had to buy any new refills aside from what the original box came with. And we are a family of 6! Best investment I’ve ever made! Saved so much money and plastic.

The egg is made out of plastic but it’s nothing compared every other packaging I’ve encountered. Plus, theoretically it could be reused for an entire lifetime and then some!

Is the tooth tabs container metal or plastic? I personally use Dentabs bc they have flouride and are packaged in a paper bag.

We use these glass/silicone jobs and they stack down great, our supermarket here in Switzerland sells them fairly cheap on regular sales:

https://produits.migros.ch/m-topline-micro-recipient-multifonctionnel-15l

I don't see anything very similar on US sites, maybe these Pyrex things but the lid is plastic and it's not clear how well they stack:

https://www.amazon.com/Snapware-Solution-Square-Storage-Container/dp/B00C6M4NP8

Thanks for the suggestions. These are are good suggestions, but not quite what I'm looking for. Realized I should have put a link to what I am looking to replace: https://www.amazon.com/Sets-Plastic-Storage-Containers-Airtight/dp/B01HBV4WO0/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=quart+container&qid=1604195617&s=home-garden&sr=1-1

I'll probably go with something like these if I can't find what I'm really looking for.
Part of what I like about the plastic ones is that they nest inside one another and are a uniform size. as long as you store the lids separately.

I like tiffins a lot, but doesn't the bottom of one container act as the lid of another? It's practical for some things, but not for me most of the time.

I use these containers mainly for storing leftovers or if I make a large batch of hummus, etc so am looking for something I can use independently.

Not sure if these are the sizes you’re looking for but I’ve been using these for my kids lunches for years and they’re amazing.

Timiuu Stainless Steel Lunch Box Food Storage Containers with Leak-proof Lids | Reusable Snack Food Nesting Containers for Kids or Adults | Set of 3, Eco-Friendly, BPA Free | 5oz, 8oz, 16oz https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07ZQLJM29/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_nUENFbM8C3W1F?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Leak Proof Lunch Box Containers Bento Box with Air Tight Lid | Stainless Steel | BPA-Free, Reusable and Toxin-free | Good for Kids, Adults and Food Snacks Storage | Set of 3 (Round) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07714J2CS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_GVENFbQRXAYJM?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

My partner and I ordered this set of pots/pan from amazon, they are amazing space savers and have NO anti stick coating (!!!!!) I think the detachable handle may be plastic, but the no-coating thing makes sure we can use them for a long time :)

STANSPORT - Heavy Duty 7-Piece Stainless Steel Clad Cookware Set https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000HK50IU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_QXpNFbYN49F33?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Hi Sam, I recently started selling reusable ziplock bags on amazon and planning on putting more eco-friendly products with success of this product. If you can help out buying it and sharing it with friends and family I will highly appreciate it. Currently I’m promoting my eco friendly product with 50% off. Enjoy! FreshNLock 100% Eco-Friendly Food Grade Silicone Reusable Ziplock Bag (3) Bundle: Half-gallon size 10.43” x 8.86” x 1.5” | Sandwich size 7.9” x 7.0” x 1.25” | Snack size 5.9” x 7.3” x 1.25” https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08JPGZ26P/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_gNYLFbBRND4K4?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1