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.

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.
This September the Ethical Writers & Creatives are challenging you to buy secondhand instead of new. All month, we will be discussing the value of thrift, how-tos, where to donate your own goods, and more! The goals include: Promote second hand first. Simplify wardrobes and find the proper outlet for discards. Value the work of …