Use products with as little packaging as possible and always choose reusable and refillable products instead of single-use ones. Replace disposable plastics with sustainable options like bamboo toothbrushes, rechargeable razors, reusable cotton swabs, or washable cloths and wipes. Most plastic packaging used for cosmetics cannot be recycled, and so opt for glass containers that can be reused.

Instead of using liquid products in plastic containers, try making your own solid shampoo or face wash! Most hygiene products sold on the market can be made with a few ingredients found at home by following simple recipes.

For many people, the morning routine is not complete without a coffee or tea, which often leads to a lot of plastic waste. For coffee, use more sustainable methods like a cafetière. Coffee capsules are obviously not ideal, but if you still prefer this option, invest in reusable capsules that you can fill yourself with coffee beans. For tea lovers, replace the wrapped bags with loose leaf tea brewed in a metal tea ball. And support certified ethical producers committed to the environment.

While discovering the Saint-Malo landscape, you could be tempted to take some physical reminders of this great adventure. But are pebbles, sand, or shells essential souvenirs? It’s better to leave the beach ecosystem alone and make your own memories!

Instead of single-use plastic bottles, think where you can access water. There are applications like Free Taps that help you to geolocate the nearest drinking water point!

Thinking of camping? Make sure you leave the area as clean as it was when you arrived. And the small gesture of picking up any waste you may find will have a big impact. Nature will thank us.