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Mascha Bongenaar

Mascha loves the facts. People always get really excited by her articles on the hidden impact of all kinds of purchases. She is a mother of three boys and blogs about her sustainable quest herself.

Eco-friendly oral care: it's different than you think

  • 14 June 2026

Who wouldn't want a radiant smile? A healthy and strong set of teeth is worth its weight in gold. It prevents a lot of hassle, from cavities…

Vegan bread? Why bread is not always vegan

  • 6 January 2025

Bread is vegan right? You would think... It is made from flour, water, yeast and salt. With that base, you can make your own at home just fine...

Not easy: looking for eco-friendly face paint

  • 22 January 2024

We have all had it on our snouts at one time or another: face paint. From a small flag on King's Day or sooty patches during the St Nicholas parade to complete works of art with...

The cutest sustainable carnival outfits!

  • 15 January 2024

There's a horse in the corridor... Yes yes a horse in the corridor... In one part of the Netherlands, the whole year is looked forward to...

How sustainable is a banana on your fruit bowl?

  • 29 December 2023

After the apple, banana is the most widely eaten fruit in the Netherlands. Yet we also regularly hear the question of whether banana is sustainable. Bananas...

Eco-friendly cleaning: this is how to get your freezer clean!

  • 25 December 2023

Who could live without a freezer? A freezer, even if it's a small compartment in your fridge, is darn handy for storing food in...

How bad are fireworks and is there such a thing as sustainable fireworks?

  • 15 December 2023

Three, two, one... Happy New Year! Three smacks and a close hug. A doughnut in one hand and a glass of champagne in the other,...

The best fridge layout to keep your food fresh

  • 11 September 2023

A fridge is super handy for keeping food fresh and edible for a long time. But have you ever thought about where food is best stored...

Eco-friendly cleaning: this is how to get your washing machine sparkling clean

  • 8 September 2023

Handy that washing machine, but do you remember to clean it regularly. This really keeps your laundry fresh and...

Eco-friendly cleaning: this is how to clean your mattress neatly!

  • 18 August 2023

An average adult spends one-third of their time sleeping. So that's quite a few hours spent - including sweating - on...

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