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I thought this one was a no-brainer. Not only is the dishwasher detergent the same brand I usually use, but it washes more loads for less money. The plastic bottle contains detergent, but it's mostly flavored water. Using powdered detergent in a cardboard box is an easy swap. 
Look at the price difference! Seventh Generation is one of my favorite brands. I thought I had made the ultimate swap. I saw the fine print when I got home. 
Not only is it plastic-coated cardboard, but it says right on the box that it probably can't be recycled anywhere. What? I am so disappointed. This doesn't exactly support the Seventh Generation company motto, does it? 
I'll keep looking for an all cardboard box. In the meantime, I just purchased some products from Lush that I will test out soon. Most of their body, skin and hair are products are not only non-toxic, and not packaged in plastic, many products have zero packaging at all! I have high hopes.
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Samantha
9/13/2013 02:18:34 am
Karen--I agree, that doesn't seem to fit their mission. Lush is awesome. Their Teo deodorant is hands-down the best ever! I will never try another again. Let me know what you think of their products.
Karen Katin
9/13/2013 02:32:56 am
That's the deodorant bar I purchased! I'm also trying shampoo, conditioner, the toothy tabs and even the henna hair dye. I'm a little nervous about the dye because it's quite a process to apply, but the all-natural alternative to that creepy tingling from chemical dyes is very appealing!
Donna
9/13/2013 06:53:19 am
A friend posted that she made her own detergent. I don't remember which friend, but I'm sure you could find a good recipe online. Doesn't borax come in anall-cardboard box? I'm certain that was one of the ingredients. Leave a Reply. |
Karen KatinAs co-owner of Stitchery in Portsmouth, RI, I teach sewing classes to children and adults. Welcome to my blog Dancing Threads RI.  Archives
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