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Do you inhale microplastics from that synthetic ‘fluffy’ jumper?

13 July 2026

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You’re in a charity shop and you find a great jumper. A synthetic one, though. But oh, what a lovely colour. And it’s much more…

Nail polish remover: there's more to it than meets the nose

6 July 2026

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As soon as you remove your nail polish, you're reminded of its smell. That acrid, chemical fume that permeates your house in no time. There's a good chance that…

Second-hand clothes shopping at The Swap Shop in Amsterdam

22 June 2026

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Second-hand shopping is one of our favourite pastimes. You know us by now: we enjoy scouring charity shops, rummaging in vintage boutiques, we're fans of…

Second-hand fast fashion: yay or nay?

12 June 2026

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We received an interesting reader question: is second-hand fast fashion okay or a definite no-go? We understand that question all too well. Because…

Tips for a day out in Deventer: your greener travel guide!

9 June 2026

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We went for a walk in Deventer. Why? Because this historic Hanseatic city scores well if you, like us, prefer to take the greener path. Expect atmospheric…

The list of the coolest sustainable swimwear brands

8 June 2026

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It won't surprise you, but you can also choose your swimwear in a more eco-friendly way. Opt for better, certified or recycled materials and fairly produced swimwear and...

Synthetic clothing and microplastics: what to do with them?

1 June 2026

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With our garments made of synthetic materials - and there are quite a few of them - we spread microplastics. Here's the thing: if you buy clothes made of...

Sustainable care: why ‘natural’ doesn't tell the whole story

25 May 2026

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Hmm, is natural skincare always the most sustainable option? And what should you look out for if you want to apply, scrub, etc. in an environmentally friendly way?

Buying LED lighting? Here's what you really need to consider!

22 May 2026

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LED lighting has now become pretty much the standard. Fortunately, as LED lamps consume far less electricity than old-fashioned halogen or incandescent bulbs. But not every LED lamp…

Good smartphone habits for yourself and the planet

21 May 2026

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New smartphones are oh-so-nice. There's a big chance, therefore, that sooner or later you'll go for a new device again. In this article, we share simple habits…

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