10 items you must replace at home to go plastic-free

When a flower doesn’t bloom, you fix the environment in which it grows, not the flower - Alexander Den Heijer

If we want our generations to bloom in a lush environment, we need to fix the environment we live in now. Going plastic-free is one of the biggest steps that our generation has taken towards a better future. And if you are wondering how can you contribute your bit, start from your humble abode.


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Glass or stainless steel bottles are very much in fad and that is a good thing. Replace all your plastic bottles with either glass or steel bottles and contribute your bit to the environment.


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This is one of the biggest issues households faced when the plastic ban was charged. People didn’t know of an alternative. But there are biodegradable garbage bags easily available at a genuine price. So, what are you waiting for? Bring that change now!


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Cling sheets and foil wraps are a daily-use items and looks irreplaceable. But we have a better option of beeswax wraps available in the market. Natural antibacterial properties of beeswax and jojoba oil keeps food fresher than plastics, therefore, reducing food waste.

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Do you know that if you throw your plastic toothbrush in garbage, it will take four centuries to decompose. Switch to bamboo toothbrushes which decompose naturally and last for almost the same duration as plastic toothbrushes.

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Say no to carbonated and packed drinks which come in harmful plastic bottles and choose fresh juices, coconut water or lemonade as refreshing drinks.


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Women across the globe are shifting from using harmful sanitary napkins and plastic-wrapped tampons to cloth pads and menstrual cups and it is a good change.

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Air purifiers come in plastic bottles and it is not a good idea to use them when we already have a better option of incense sticks. The fragrance is lasting, pure and material is organic hence, recyclable.


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The soapnut is a great conditioner and is used by people for washing hair. Well, did you know that it is also a great option for washing clothes. Being a natural pesticide, it keeps fabric pests away. It also saves water because it does not leave much detergent residue so less water is required to rinse clothes.

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Thought plastic use is banned yet there will be few shopkeepers who would use plastic bags to pack things for you. Avoid that. Carry a reusable bag made of canvas, jute or other biodegradable materials always while heading for the market.

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Well, this change will not only reduce the weight on our environment but also bring back the old-world charm of the ink pens. And of course, the ink pen helps you with a better handwriting.


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