Is there anything worse than the sound of a mosquito when you’re trying to sleep? Mosquitoes aren’t just annoying, they can be deadly. Pick up some earth friendly tips for avoiding the dreaded mozzies this season.

Products we buy may still be tested on animals first. While the practice certainly hasn’t disappeared, it’s banned at various levels in some parts of the world. So how are some products tested now? 

Some mouthwashes can contain nasty chemicals such as formaldehyde, sodium lauryl sulfate and polysorbate. What you don’t accidentally swallow, just winds up in the environment, in particular, waterways.

The regular application of sunscreen might protect us from sunburn, and that’s a big might according to some recent studies, but it may also cause all sorts of other health problems – for ourselves and the wider environment.

Sunglasses, reading and prescription glasses are items that we tend to collect or just toss out once we’ve finished with them for whatever reason. By recycling your eyeglasses you’ll not only lighten the impact on the environment, but you can also benefit a less fortunate person.

Looking for a refreshing alternative to throwing away your toothpaste tubes? This easy do-it-yourself project upcycles your empty tubes into a simple toothbrush holder. Upcycling materials like these are a great way to reuse without costing a mint.

There are so many areas where we can lighten our environmental impact just a little; and one of them is the way we deal with expired medication.