From eco-friendly straws to upcycled décor, we’ve curated a list of homegrown brands that offer alternatives to everyday items.
With COP29 underway in Baku, Azerbaijan, we’ve been reminded how we may often overlook the impact everyday products can have on the planet. From straws to packaging, even seemingly miniscule daily items can leave their mark long after we’ve forgotten about them. A recent report by Beyond Plastics even predicted that by 2025, there will be one pound of plastic in the ocean for every three pounds of fish.
The good news is that more brands are offering sustainable alternatives that reduce waste, promote recycling, and help live greener lives. From eco-friendly straws to upcycled décor, we’ve curated a list of homegrown brands that are innovative, eco-conscious, and integrate themselves easily into our fast-paced lives…
EARTHLY STRAWS
Plastic straws are a nightmare for marine life, and while paper straws are better, they can be a bit, well, soggy. Enter Earthly Straws: the perfect solution for guilt-free sipping. These eco-friendly alternatives are durable and plastic-free, helping you enjoy your drinks without the environmental impact.
WECARE ECO
Forget plastic sandwich bags - WeCare Eco has created cute, functional paper bags that make lunchtime waste-free and stylish. Our favourite? The turtle-print paper bags, a daily reminder of the adorable turtle you're helping save from plastic waste.
URBAN EARTHLINGS
Looking to make your dental routine greener, or wondering why it’s normal to put plastic in our mouths? Urban Earthlings has you covered with eco-friendly toothbrushes made from bamboo and castor oil. They're gentle on your teeth and the planet.
PEACOCK SUSTAINABLE DESIGNS
Peacock offers beautifully crafted, eco-conscious design products that elevate your home while minimising your environmental impact. From indoor to outdoor furniture, their sustainable pieces are made by upcycling agricultural waste from Egypt’s palm industry.
SABEEL THE BRAND
Whether you’re at home or travelling, this eco-friendly prayer mat offers comfort and sustainability. It’s compact, portable, and designed to support a greener lifestyle.
CHIONE
Single-use plastic bags are out, and for good reason. Not only are they bad for the environment, but they’re also far from a stylish accessory. Say goodbye to plastic and hello to Chione’s stylish, durable tote bags. Perfect for shopping, carrying essentials or as an everyday bag, these totes are an easy, eco-friendly upgrade.
UP-FUSE
Up-Fuse, with locations in Maadi, El Gouna and Downtown Cairo, creates beautiful, one-of-a-kind products from upcycled and recycled materials. Whether you need new shirts or unique bags, the brand has become a cult favourite.
SAMRA
Taking care of your skin shouldn’t come at the expense of the planet. Samra is all about sustainable skincare, offering products with minimal packaging and a focus on reusing where possible. It’s skincare with a conscience - keeping your skin glowing while keeping waste to a minimum.
BEE’E WRAPS
Bee-tter choices are here that don’t include plastic wrap. Bee’E Wraps now offers eco-friendly, reusable beeswax wraps to keep your food fresh without the waste. They’re functional, sustainable, and a buzz-worthy alternative to single-use plastics
SHELL HOMAGE
This global award winning design brand takes sustainability to the next level by turning egg and nut shells into biodegradable materials. Toxic chemical free, they use natural fibres to create products with a minimal environmental footprint. Shell Homage’s designs are not only beautiful but biodegradable, ensuring that they won’t stick around longer than they need to.
Dec 22, 2024
