Plastic-Free July: A Movement for Conscious Living

What it is, why it matters, and how weโ€™re here to support you

Every July, millions of people worldwide take on the Plastic-Free July Challenge.
This is a global movement to reduce single-use plastics in our homes, workplaces, and daily lives.

But this isnโ€™t about perfection.
Itโ€™s about awareness. About doing what we can, where we are, with what we have.
At FastingHouse Naturals, weโ€™ve always believed that small, consistent choices are what create meaningful change for both our planet and our personal care.

๐ŸŒŽ What Is Plastic-Free July?

Plastic-Free July began in Australia in 2011 and has grown into a global campaign encouraging people to reduce or eliminate their use of single-use plastics. Think:

  • Grocery bags

  • Cling wrap

  • Plastic skincare packaging

  • Water bottles

  • Plastic pumps and droppers

The goal is to build habits that continue long after July ends and to inspire brands (like ours) to be part of the solution.

Why Plastic-Free Matters in Skincare

Most conventional beauty products come in plastic that ends up in landfills or oceans. Worse yet, many plastic items labeled โ€œrecyclableโ€ never actually get recycled due to contamination or lack of infrastructure.

Choosing glass packaging, refillable options, and compostable materials makes a real impact:

  • ๐ŸŒฟ Reduces landfill waste

  • ๐ŸŒŠ Keeps microplastics out of waterways

  • ๐ŸŒž Supports a cleaner future for the next generation

How FastingHouse Naturals Supports Your Plastic-Free Journey

Weโ€™ve built our business around low-waste valuesโ€”and this month, weโ€™re highlighting just how beautiful plastic-free self-care can be.

Hereโ€™s how weโ€™re supporting you this July:

โœ… Plastic-Free Product Packaging
Most of our products come in reusable glass jars and bottles, metal tins, or compostable kraft bagsโ€”no single-use plastics here.

โœ… New: The Naturally Nice Gift Set
Our limited-edition July bundle is completely plastic-free, featuring your favorite handmade body scrub, rose hydrosol toner and facial oil. Itโ€™s self-care you can feel good about giving (or keeping).

โœ… Sustainable DIY Scrub Classes
Both of our body scrub workshops this month focus on reusable, refillable ingredients and packagingโ€”because making it yourself is one of the most sustainable things you can do.

4 Simple Ways to Go Plastic-Free This Month:

  1. Swap plastic bottles for bars โ€“ Try shampoo and soap bars with minimal packaging.

  2. Carry a reusable water bottle โ€“ Itโ€™s a small change that adds up fast.

  3. Ditch plastic pumps and droppers โ€“ Opt for glass bottles with aluminum or natural caps.

  4. Refill when you can โ€“ From skincare to cleaning supplies, refilling reduces your footprint.

โœจ A Month Worthy of Repeating โœจ

Plastic-Free July is more than a challenge, itโ€™s a mindset. One of choosing better, slower, and more intentionally.
Thank you for making these choices with us.

Weโ€™re here for every scrub, every self care moment, and every step toward a more sustainable, plastic-free life.

With gratitude,
Courtney

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