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Brenda writes…

Dental hygiene is an important area and not always one you would automatically think of when thinking about becoming greener.  But it is one where there are an increase of eco friendly products are coming on the market. Here are a couple of examples for which the whole family can participate.

Eco friendly wooden toothbrush

These have been featured on BBC Breakfast TV to great review.  The wooden toothbrushes are made from sustainable wood, with natural bristles instead of acrylic. They can be disposed of easily when finished with, have superb cleaning power, but at the same time are gentle on the teeth and gums, and will last as long or indeed longer than the usual plastic toothbrush.  Available from Cebra for £4.25.

Adult clip reusuable toothbrush by Monte Bianco

According to the Ecologist magazine, this toothbrush has the potential to reduce toothbrush waste by around 67%.  As you are only replacing the heads each time and not the whole toothbrush, you will also save yourself some money in the long run.  You get a choice of textures, and colours.  Available from Eco-Essentials for £2.60 each.  You can also purchase extra heads as well.

Brenda writes…

Made from 100% recycled timber and has been treated with non-toxic preservatives.  This great composter will not only look good in your garden, but will help you in your aim to become greener.  Easy to build no need for a degree in DIY…  The composter is flat packed with 32 slats which just slot together in minutes, no screws or bolts.  Made by disadvantaged people with learning disabilities.  Available from Evengreener for £40.

Recycled Tyre PlanterMade from recycled tyres these planters are unique as no two will be exactly the same as each will have differing tyre treads etc.  Finished off with stitching and a metal button, these will look fab on your new decking…just add your own choice of flowers.  Available from The Urban Garden, prices starting from £16.

FSC Birdfeeder Hamper Gift Set

Made from FSC wood.  This would make a lovely gift for any would be greenie garden lover.  The gift set contains: Sunflower seeds, hanging birdfeeder, and a wicker ball of sheeps wool.  The box turns into a feeder as the lid lifts up for ease of placing food inside.  Available from Natural Collection for £25.95.

Brenda writes…

Amazonia Eco Shopping Bag from Envirosax

This groovy eco-chic bag rolls up and becomes lightweight and portable very easily.  Made from durable, waterproof polyester, each bag holds the equivalent of 2 supermarket plastic bags, thanks to the reinforced seams.  Available from Nigels Eco Store for £5.99.

Natural Jute Bag

This natural coloured Jute bag may be plain but it is made from a fabric that is considered to be one of the most environmentally friendly fabrics because it’s very durable and is 100% biodegradable.  Available in other styles and colours from Cherished Earth for £3.99.

FairTrade Cotton Shopper

Made by Teddy Exports in South India, which employs 300 locals and gives them a better quality of life, this funky fairtrade shopper comes in a choice of 4 colours and is a colourful choice of eco-friendly shopping bag.  The bag is BAFTS (British Association for Fair Trade Shops) & IFAT (the global network of Fair Trade organisations) certified.  Available from Eco Creations for £5.90.