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.

COVID-19: Our New Normal

COVID-19: Our New Normal

It's hard to believe that just 2 weeks ago life was perfectly normal. As a long time homebody, not a lot has changed for us since the spread of COVID-19 rocked everyone’s world. But I have to admit, even for an introvert who has worked from home for 6.5 years, it’s a lot to take in. Here's how we're getting through it.

30 Days to a Simpler Life

30 Days to a Simpler Life

Now that the year has started (and flown by), it's a good time to hit the reset button. Insert our "30 Days to a Simpler Life" guide here. This guide includes purging different parts of your home and your life, physically, electronically, and mentally. Our hope is that this guide will serve as a placeholder to come back to whenever you’re in need of a reset.

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?

Natural Glowing Skincare Challenge

Natural Glowing Skincare Challenge

I’m so excited to welcome Megan Roosevelt, RDN from Healthy Grocery Girl for this guest post. Megan is sharing simple yet impactful ways to build healthier skincare habits, from choosing more natural products to nourishing your skin from the inside out. She’s even put together a month-long challenge to help you achieve your healthiest skin yet. Ready to get glowing? Let’s dive in!

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.

Our Favorite Vegan Holiday Dishes

Our Favorite Vegan Holiday Dishes

If you are new to this lifestyle, or are just interested in including more plant-based meals, it can be tricky to navigate during the holidays. Chances are, you will be attending a few events where you have the opportunity to introduce your friends and family to some delicious plant-based dishes. Here are some of our favorites for the holiday season.

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 Natural Remedies for Colds

5 Natural Remedies for Colds

With colds and flus and fevers (oh my!) abound, people rush to Vitamin C packets, pharmacy drugs, and drinks promising to fight illnesses within a near impossible timeline, but what are the best natural remedies you can make or do yourself?

5 Mental Benefits of Having a Skin Care Routine

5 Mental Benefits of Having a Skin Care Routine

The benefits of having a routine go beyond just waking up with soft skin. Perfecting your skin care regime can also have a positive impact on your mental health. Whether you're a fan of a multi-step regimen, or prefer to keep it super simple, here's why you need a skin care routine in your life.