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Of the 400 million tons of plastic created each year, less than a fifth is recycled globally. The rest end up in landfills, sewer systems, streets, and bodies of water.
As conscious consumers, we can step up our buying practices to protect the environment and reduce our personal plastic waste output. Not sure where to start? These brands are taking steps to change the waste narrative by committing to recycled plastic.
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Nike
A 2018 news release from Nike boasts that 75% of Nike’s current clothes and shoes contain at least some material made from recycled plastic. Nike-made basketball courts also contain processed and recycled plastic.
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Madewell
Madewell recycles plastic in parka insulators and swimsuits. Each parka filled with Primaloft™ Insulation repurposes eleven plastic bottles, and each polyamide swimsuit recycles eight.
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Bumpin Blends
The custom, nutrition-based smoothie company for expectant moms supports the health of women, babies, and the environment by using recycled plastic in their smoothie and cookie packaging.
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Own Beauty
The new sister brand to Every Man Jack not only uses eco-friendly ingredients, but it also packages all of its products in at least 50% recycled plastic.
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Lo and Rae Swimwear
Saving the ocean one suit at a time! The nylon in this stunning swimwear is fully reclaimed.
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H2a Botanicals
This green beauty brand is all about a holistic approach, so obviously, all of the tubes, cartons, and labels are reclaimed and recycled.
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Patagonia
Outspoken about its commitment to reduce waste and advance sustainability, the outdoor company has been using recycled polyester from plastic soda bottles in its signature fleeces since 1993.
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Eileen Fisher
Recycled plastic polyester is one of the many sustainable materials this high-end brand commits to using.
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Sunski
The sustainable sunglass company found a way to turn scrap plastic into shades that are stronger and more comfortable.
xx, The FabFitFun Team
No, sustainable shopping doesn’t have to cost you an arm and a leg – these pieces under $100 prove it.
