New Show Announcement!
So excited to announce the next project I’m apart of! In March I start rehearsals for Pizza Chapel Theatre Company’s production of To Whom It May Concern: Come As You Are. Mark your calendars for May. More details to come.
Zero Waste Swaps I’m Eager To Make
I’m so excited that James and I are both starting a low waste journey together! Since moving to an apartment that recycles, we decided it was time to embark on lowering our carbon footprint. After following Plastic Free Pursuit on Instagram, I’ve added a small list of items that I want to add to my cart as soon as I finish up their alternatives in my current routine. (All photos below are from Plastic Free Pursuit’s website.)
- Reusable Facial Rounds: I use 2-3 cotton rounds every single day to use my Glossier Solution. (Save money on your first Glossier order here!) So, as soon as I finish my remaining two packages of normal cotton rounds, I plan on making this switch. I also love that these are bamboo based. Bamboo can naturally decompose. So if I ever have to replace these, I won’t feel bad if some get ruined.
- Bamboo Toothbrush: A little switch but holy moly I’m excited to switch over. Normal tooth brushes don’t last very long. I feel like I’m switching to a new one every few months. Granted, we have been buying a two pack that is under $5. I feel like I’m the last one on the bamboo toothbrush bandwagon, though!
- Biodegradable Floss: As silly as this sounds, I never realized that all the floss we are using is just sitting in landfills. So excited to make this switch! Also Plastic Free Pursuit sells refills for the glass jar the first one comes in! Also, my gums get sensitive from normal floss. So I’m eager to see if this floss will be more gentle on my gums.
- Reusable Panty Liners: Hopefully one day I will be more comfortable and be able to introduce a menstrual cup into my life. If anyone has any recommendations on which ones to research, let me know! In the meantime, I just purchased biodegradable tampons. So I’m hoping using those in conjunction with a reusable liner, I’ll be set for awhile! These reusable liners are easily washable in the washing machine or in the sink. They even have a simple closure to go around your underwear.
- Safety Razor: This is one that we are both so eager to switch over to. James shaves his face often and I shave every other week normally. (Trying to normalize body hair on myself.) We go through too many disposable razors. These safety razors will be much higher quality and significantly easier to clean, as well.
What are some zero waste swaps we should make next?
If I Lost It All, What I’d Repurchase
This was hard, y’all. I really had to sit down and streamline my favorites and choose what I’d immediately go out and repurchase if my entire stash disappeared on me. Here is me speaking into existence that my entire stash doesn’t disappear because ouch my wallet.
- Glossier Futuredew: This oil/serum hybrid gives you the glossiest skin of your dreams. I also love that you can cut the recommended amount in half and mix it in with a moisturizer and get a subtle and healthy glow. SO versatile and a product everyone should try at least once.
- Drunk Elephant B Hydra: When you run out of a product and you notice a difference in your skin. No really. I ran out of this for a few weeks and my skin was tight and not getting enough moisture. My skin drinks up the hyaluronic acid and B5 that’s in here.
- Priming Moisturizer Rich: A standout amongst Glossier skincare, in my opinion. This mixed with Futuredew makes my makeup look so stunning.
- Kat Von D Lolita Eyeshadow: We can all put aside our feelings on Kat Von D as a person, okay? This blush/eyeshadow is amazing. The last few years I have loved doing a red smoky eye for nights out. This guy always gives you the sexiest and most sultry sunken in look you want out of a red shadow. I also use this as my blush for every performance I do. It reads beautifully on stage.
- Tarte Shape Tape Concealer: The best full coverage concealer on the market. There I said it. The lasting power is really nice too. I love that when I get home from a long rehearsal, my acne is still concealed because of this product.
- L’Oréal Telescopic Mascara: I’ve used this mascara for so many years. Going on 10, if i’m not mistaken. However, I’m really wanting to find a cruelty free dupe for this guy. Could be more expensive or could be cheaper. If you know of a mascara with an ultra skinny wand that looks/feels like your lashes are getting combed out, let me know. However, this mascara really is bomb. It is super build-able and absolutely a pleasure to use.
- Lush Lord of Misrule Shower Gel: My all time favorite scent family from Lush! I absolutely love this shower gel and I use it just about every single day. I love the happy medium of the patchouli and the vanilla. It’s a lovely balance between sweet and spicy.
- Peter Thomas Roth Pumpkin Enzyme Mask: This mask has made such a difference in my skin. One single pot last anywhere from 6-8 months because you only use it once or twice a week. It has helped with any of the rough texture that is usually left over with my hormonal acne. And, you guessed it, your skin is super glowy after!
- Glossier Brow Flick: I bought this a few days after it launched and never looked back. I’d been a Boy Brow lover for several years but my brows were still missing the fluffiness I was desiring. Brow Flick can give super bold and blocky brows or soft and fluffy. I love that it’s so easy to use, as well. I was genuinely concerned I was going to look like I had sharpie on my forehead when I first tried this!
- Glossier Boy Brow: Like I just mentioned, I’ve used Boy Brow for many, many years. This will keep my brows in place through shows, long work days, and ever aggressive naps on the couch with dogs licking my face. I wish a little less product came out on the wand, but honestly whatever. The product is still my all time favorite.
- Jack Black Lip Balm: The best lip balm ever. Period. My favorite flavor is the mint. I’m an easy girl to please.