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Emily May

Columbus Zoo Staff & Volunteers

"To go fast, go alone. To go far, go together."

POINTS TOTAL

  • 0 TODAY
  • 0 THIS WEEK
  • 1,016 TOTAL

participant impact

  • UP TO
    150
    pieces of litter
    picked up
  • UP TO
    2.0
    plastic containers
    not sent to the landfill

Emily's actions

Pets

Try a Pet Shampoo Bar

I will replace my pet's shampoo with an eco-friendly shampoo bar.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Personal Care

Tim Taylor Your Beauty Products

I will lessen my plastic impact by making my own makeup.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Lifestyle

Homemade Cleaners

I will make my own cleaning products at home.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Personal Care

That Was a Close Shave

I will replace my disposable razors with steel razors. Why not try using hair conditioner instead of shaving foam for that baby smooth feel?

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Pets

Homemade Pet Food/Treats

I will prepare my own pet food and treats to avoid plastic packaging.

COMPLETED 7
DAILY ACTIONS

Community

Keep My Community Clean

I will pick up 5 piece(s) of litter each day.

COMPLETED 30
DAILY ACTIONS

Food

Plant a Garden

I will plant an herb or vegetable garden in my home, workplace, or community garden

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Participant Feed

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    Emily May 7/25/2019 4:52 PM
    I went to the dentist yesterday, and they always give me a little plastic baggie with a plastic toothbrush, toothpaste and floss.  Literally all plastic.  I fully intended to decline the goodie bag, but somehow I still found myself walking out of the office with the goodie bag in hand! A complete failure!

    • Barbara Revard's avatar
      Barbara Revard 7/30/2019 6:25 AM
      My dentist has switched to paper bags but still the usual toothbrush, floss and toothpaste. I plan to refuse it all on my next checkup but there's some allure to "free" stuff that I find hard to refuse. 

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    Emily May 7/21/2019 1:38 PM
    I got my order from A Drop in the Ocean yesterday! Thanks to Krystina for the discount code!  Now with the beet root powder, I have made a blush and plan on using the coco butter and beet root powder to make a lip balm.  And you better believe I'm going to give my dog a bath tomorrow, whether he's ready or not!


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    Emily May 7/17/2019 12:40 PM
    I just ran out of my favorite dry shampoo and decided to try making my own! It's ridiculously easy:
    -1/4 cup arrowroot or corn starch
    -1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder (if you have dark hair)
    -5-10 drops of your favorite essential oil if you want a fragrance.
     And that's it!  You can apply with a shaker top if you have one, or just brush it on with an old makeup brush.  So far, no complaints.

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    Emily May 7/09/2019 7:02 AM
    Don’t forget! You get a discount on your drink when you use your own cup at Starbucks!

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    Emily May 7/08/2019 9:55 AM
    I'm struggling to find vitamins in glass jars.  Everything I've found is in normal plastic bottles, which is recyclable, but still plastic.  Does anyone buy vitamins in glass jars and if so where do you get them from??

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      joy kotheimer 7/09/2019 7:33 AM
      I would love to know a good solution for this too. I end up repurposing the containers or recycling, like you said. 

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    Emily May 7/06/2019 1:41 PM
    I made the switch to a safety razor from Albatross, and I'll be honest, it's been an adjustment! But after a bit of practice, I feel like I'm able to shave my legs without any major murder scenes in my bathtub. Not only are the razor blades recyclable, but my legs are SO smooth!

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      joy kotheimer 7/09/2019 7:36 AM
       the struggle is real! I’m starting on this challenge too so look out... 😂