Change the World One Lotion at a Time

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Founded by Mark Constantine and Liz Weir, Lush has a long and storied history of trying to hit the market with unique handmade and natural cosmetics. After their campaign succeeded and they raised awareness of the benefits of using organic products, Lush started various charity campaigns and isn’t planning on stopping.

Their cosmetics include lotions, soaps, shower gels, shampoos, cleansers, moisturizer, etc. All of these products are perfect for every skin type, and because of their natural formula they are perfectly healthy for you. All the ingredients used come from organic fruit and vegetables, essential oils, and safe synthetic compounds. Moreover, Lush makes makeup and perfumes, which are made according to the highest standards, and they make it a point to ensure customers that none of their products were tested on animals, and that all of the products are made from organic ingredients.

These healthy and luxurious products are famous all over the world, however, Lush is not only famous for their organic products, but also because they believe in protecting people, animals and the planet.

Charity pots changing the world

Lush came up with Charity Pots in 2007, and decided that 100% of the each purchase would go towards funding one mission. These missions include supporting animal and human rights, as well as various save the planet causes from all over the world. Their hand and body lotions have a picture on the packaging, with the description of their mission. This way you know exactly where your money goes and what cause it supports.

Saving the environment and protecting the planet

Many solid products, such as massage bars are sold “naked”, which means without being wrapped and without any packaging at all. This way, they decrease the amount of materials sent to landfills, and if the packaging is needed, they use recycled materials, as their aim is to raise the awareness of using biodegradable, recyclable and compostable materials. They are trying to encourage customers and other companies to stop using plastic bags and start caring about the planet we live on that we depend on for resources.

Fighting animal testing

Long before Lush was even formed, the founders were fighting for animal rights and fighting to stop people testing products on animals in labs. Today, they are buying raw materials and ingredients that weren’t tested on animals, and, as they always say, they are encouraging others to purchase from these suppliers, because the first step to stopping the immoral and inhuman testing is preventing the cash flow to those companies.

Lush is one of the rare companies that are making organic products to keep its customers healthy and happy, and, at the same time, supporting many causes in order to make our world a better place. They have been involved in many charities, projects and causes, which is the reason people find Lush inspirational and see them as a family, one which shares love all around the world.

Written by: Vladimir Zivanovic

 

 

10 Eco-Friendly, Luxury Hotels

Looking for a place to stay that offers luxury and comfort without compromising the environment? Look no further! Here are 10 eco-friendly, luxury hotels that are working to better the environment one solar-powered heating and cooling system at a time. Check them out!

  1. Belle Mont Farm

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St. Kitts, West Indies: This boutique hotel is home to a variety of Guesthouses and Farmhouses that sleep up to eight people. Eco-friendly perks begin with fresh fruits being delivered to guests each morning, but don’t end there. They also feature:

  • Rainwater showers
  • Organic farmland
  • Edible landscape
  • Foraging or fishing? The chef will happily incorporate your results into the nightly meal
  1. Rafayel on the Left Bank

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Battersea, London: Rafayel on the Left Bank is a luxury eco hotel whose mission is to provide green quality and comfort. Some of their environmentally-friendly features include:

  • A bamboo grove that has been planted to release 35% more oxygen than any other plant
  • Organic spa treatments
  • Fair-trade mini-bar goodies
  • Wines and cocktails produced using farm-to-bar methods
  • Activities that won’t leave a carbon footprint
  1. Ritz-Carlton Charlotte

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Charlotte, North Carolina: The Ritz-Carlton is a staple of luxury hotels and now, thanks to their Charlotte location, they’re also a staple of eco-friendly luxury. Some of their commitment to luxury and ecology include:

  • A rooftop garden featuring two honey-producing beehives and herbs and greens
  • Organic spa treatments
  • Organic meal options
  • Free parking for anyone driving a hybrid or electric car
  • Trek Bike rentals
  1. Paradise Bay Island Eco-Escape

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Whitsunday Islands, Australia: As the name suggests, Paradise Bay Island Eco-Escape is an eco-friendly escape from everyday life. Located near the Great Barrier Reef and Conway National Park, this luxury escape features a variety of eco-friendly offerings, including:

  • An eco-tour adventure where guests can see the Solar Field, Solar Water Heaters, and Bio-Cycle System
  • NaturaEco ingeno-quilts made from corn for when it’s warm
  • Opportunities to view and appreciate nature through wildlife watching
  1. Urnatur

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Sjogetorp, Sweden: Urnatur thrives on sustainability, possibly more so than any other eco-friendly hotel. A self-sustainable hotel, Urnatur is a three-hour drive from Stockholm and offers accommodation in tree houses and hand-hewn huts. Some other features include:

  • Light from kerosene lamps
  • Heat from solar or wood power
  • Locally procured menu items
  • Activities including building nesting boxes for owls
  1. Gaia Hotel and Reserve

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Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica: Dubbed as one of the most ‘green-enthusiastic hotels in existence,’ this 5-star, adult-only, beachfront resort dedicates three-fourths of its land to create a private nature reserves that guests can enjoy. Additional ecological features include:

  • Raw, organic spa treatments
  • Farmer’s Market Tour
  • Ecotours
  1. URBN Hotel

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Shanghai, China: Developed from a renovated factory warehouse, URBN Hotel Shanghai is the country’s first carbon-neutral hotel. Some of its eco-friendly features include:

  • Air purification systems in every guest room
  • Beds made from cactus fiber and seaweed
  • Organic cleaning products
  • Energy-efficient cooling and heating systems
  • Participation in the Million Tree Project which plants trees in Mongolia to help offset carbon emissions
  1. Waipiata Boutique Lodge

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Warkworth, New Zealand: This 5-star luxury accommodation sits on 5 acres of manicured

lawns and gardens. Some of its eco-friendly features include:

  • Large orchards, vegetable and herb gardens
  • Vegetarian, organic meals for guests
  • A solar heating system
  • A recycling program
  • Wastewater recycling
  • Educational experiences at nearby marine reserves and bird sanctuaries
  1. The Green House

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Bournemouth, UK: The Green House claims to be the ‘greenest hotel in the UK,’ but is it really? If you look at all of the eco-friendly offerings, it seems they might be right. Some of their regular commitments to ecology include:

  • LED lighting
  • Solar powered heating
  • Organic and local cuisine
  • Furniture crafted from storm-felled trees
  • Suppliers assessed using environmental standards
  • Staff possess GOLD level status from the UK’s Green Tourism board
  1. Six Senses Samui

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Koh Samui, Thailand: Greeted by your very own private butler, Six Senses Hideaway Samui is surrounded by nature, the calming sea, and far off islands. Six Senses Hideaway Samui is committed to ecology through a variety of unique initiatives, including:

  • Creating their own bio-diesel to reduce CO2
  • Filtering and recycling their waste water
  • Educating guests on how to help the local environment and culture through a free Thai Culture Class
  • Growing their own organic food for guest meals
  • Utilizing pesticide-free gardens to grow herbs for spa treatments

Post written by Aly Wolfe. She is the founder of style and beauty blog, The Wolf + The Wardrobe. Follow her on Instagram and Twitter @TheAlyWolfe.