The Blog

Urban Oreganics was born from a deep passion for sustainability, simplicity, and mindful self-care—and our blog is an extension of that vision. Here, we share tips for using our products, guides to embracing minimalism, and inspiration for a more conscious lifestyle. It’s a space for our community to come together and explore the things that matter most to us all—living intentionally, treading lightly, and creating a better world, one small choice at a time.

Why You Need To Start Thrifting

Why You Need To Start Thrifting

We all know shopping secondhand is so. Much. Greener. But thrift shopping can be so intimidating—how many Buffalo Exchanges will you need to go through for a great fitting pair of jeans?? You just need to know the easy tips and tricks to be an expert.

What It Means to Be an Intersectional Environmentalist

What It Means to Be an Intersectional Environmentalist

You might be hearing a lot about “intersectional environmentalism” on your favorite eco-friendly blogs… And wondering what the heck that mouthful of a term is. Let’s delve into what it is, why it’s important to the green community, and how we can do our part in making change.

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How to Get Excited About Becoming A Plant Parent

How to Get Excited About Becoming A Plant Parent

Successful plant parents will tell you that it’s not supposed to be stressful. It can be quite calming and enjoyable. Not seeing where the enjoyment might be? Here’s how to find that spark of joy when starting as a new plant parent.

How to Still Be Green (And Stay Safe!) While Grocery Shopping During COVID

How to Still Be Green (And Stay Safe!) While Grocery Shopping During COVID

Since many stores aren’t allowing reusable grocery bags, produce bags, or containers into the building for fear of carrying germs, we've had to get a little creative with the way we shop. It’s understandable; but it doesn’t make it any easier to digest having to sacrifice our eco-friendly practices for the supermarket’s plastic bags to stay healthy. Luckily, it doesn’t have to be that way.

10 Ways to Keep Busy During Quarantine

10 Ways to Keep Busy During Quarantine

Hello from quarantine! Now that you may have settled into this temporary “normal,” we figured it was the perfect time to share our tips on living a minimalist lifestyle, meal prepping, healthy skin routines, and more to help you productively pass the time while you're safe at home.

How You Should Be Getting Rid of Your Waste

How You Should Be Getting Rid of Your Waste

While you may feel pretty confident about what “recyclable” means and you are pretty sure what compost is…. “Biodegradable” might being throwing you for a loop. What’s the difference, and more importantly: which of the three is best?

What to Look For In An Eco Friendly Company

What to Look For In An Eco Friendly Company

So you’re trying to shop eco-friendly. The unfortunate truth is that many companies have caught on to the public’s wish of having more zero-impact products, and will use "greenwashing" terms to trick you. Luckily, we’ve come up with a list on how to spot the great green companies from the mediocre ones. 

Why You Should Give Seaweed a Chance

Why You Should Give Seaweed a Chance

Beside promising that seaweed is actually nothing to be afraid of—and in fact, quite delicious—it’s also a plant chockful of nutritional value, sustainably planted, and proving to be saving our oceans. We’re gonna say it should be the next kale: and here’s why.

13 Eco-Friendly Home Decorating Tips

13 Eco-Friendly Home Decorating Tips

Did you know that, beyond what's in your fridge or in you bathroom cupboard, almost everything else in your home can be sourced with sustainability in mind? We have 13 tips that will help guide you to creating a beautiful, cozy home while supporting the health of the planet (and your family) at the same time.

Eco-Friendly Gift Wrapping Guide

Eco-Friendly Gift Wrapping Guide

In the United States, it is estimated we toss 25% more waste during the time period between Thanksgiving and Christmas. Let that sink in... this four week period accounts for one-quarter of our total annual waste. If we changed our habits just slightly, it can result in amazing benefits for Earth.

Why You Need to Make the Switch to Clean Cosmetics

Why You Need to Make the Switch to Clean Cosmetics

When you’re low on budget and need cosmetics… The drug store brands call to you. We get it. It’s easy to buy the cheapest product; less stressful to just pick out the first lotion that says it “purifies the skin.” You may have heard whispers of “toxic ingredients” in them, but it wouldn’t be approved by the government if it was that bad for you, right? 

5 Zero Waste Travel Tips That Are Actually Doable!

5 Zero Waste Travel Tips That Are Actually Doable!

If you've made some eco-friendly changes around your home for your day-to-day life, then traveling should be no different. With a little planning and commitment, you can easily minimize the typical vacation waste. We've gathered our top 5 zero waste travel tips to get you started.