Only 5-6% of U.S. plastic waste was recycled last year. Here’s what goes wrong and what to do about it. Plus, low-plastic, clean beauty finds.
Why Plastic Recycling is a Lie & Clean Beauty Brands to Support

Only 5-6% of U.S. plastic waste was recycled last year. Here’s what goes wrong and what to do about it. Plus, low-plastic, clean beauty finds.
Synthetic dyes are toxic, yet they persist in our clothes. Here’s how to avoid them and the best brands using natural dyes to shop and support.
This classic comeback got me thinking about “wardrobe basics.” Do we really need them? Can they be sustainable? How should they be styled?
My personal styling offshoot brings people closer to the meaning and impact of their clothes. Plus, a special offer for Peahen readers to get styled.
Shrooms are being dubbed the ultimate nutricosmetic. Learn which claims are true, which mushrooms are good for skin, and where to find them.
Still on my at-home grind in 2021. Find out what’s new on The Peahen and how to work with me on writing and styling projects.
Fashion looks forward to Biden, ad execs are creating a new culture of greenwashing, why womxn are always waiting, your apocalypse & more.