Eco Beauty Box - Sustainable Self Care

We are very proud to have a new kit that will help you replace landfill with zero-waste, sustainable items. 

This kit contains the tools you need for your zero waste beauty care.

A set of luscious reusable green glass and bamboo containers - Jar and Dropper

Amazing for storing cosmetic products such as DIY face and body creams, vitamins and anything else you can think of. The dropper is perfect for serums using essential oils or botanical extracts. Refillable and reusable- just what we want!!  Both containers are gorgeous green frosted glass with Bamboo lids.

Capacity: Dropper Bottle - 20 ml & Round Jar- 30g

Sisal Exfoliating Mitt

Made from natural sisal fibres this exfoliating body glove can be used both wet and dry.  Dry body brushing is an excellent way to stimulate the lymphatic system and slough away dry skin. It is best done BEFORE entering into the shower in a circular pattern starting with legs and feet and working up towards the upper body.

Made from 100% natural fibres, it will eventually decompose and not leave any harmful residue for the environment. A truly Zero-Waste product! 

Sisal Soap Saver

An amazing zero waste product, now you can say goodbye to plastic pump soap dispenser and go back to soap bars.

The natural fibres are wonderful for a soft exfoliation, removing dead skin cells and stimulating blood supply. Great for before shaving or waxing and to prevent ingrown hairs. Watch the soap create more foam that you have ever seen.

Hemp Facial Pads

There are 10 in the handy mesh pouch. They are made of 70% hemp and 30% cotton and are perfect to use for removing makeup or applying toner and moisturisers. The little tag makes them easy to hold on to and when they need it just pop them in the handy drawstring bag and pop in the wash with your clothes. It can't get easier than that!! 

Natural Konjac Sponge Trio 

We love them all, couldn't decide on one so decided to include all 3!!

The konjac sponges are made from the konjac root, which is a plant. The root is ground down and made into a flour and then the sponges are created. When wet they become super soft and are amazing to clean your face with. Just add a touch of your preferred facial cleanser or soap ( organic please!) and rub in circular motions.  They are  100% biodegradable and fully sustainable and this naturally moisture rich plant fibre is alkaline to balance the acidity of skin oils and impurities.

In the Trio you get a Natural white, an Aloe Vera & a Charcoal infused sponge. 

A Crystal Roller Bottle for Essential Oils

This gorgeous gemstone roller bottle can hold 10mL of liquid and is convenient to carry with you everywhere. Perfect for creating sumptuous scents use essential oils for a toxic free fragrance and your imagination is your only limit! Fill with sweet almond oil, fractionated coconut or jojoba about 3/4 and then add approximately 10 drops of essential oils. 

Natural Bamboo Toothbrush

Made with MOSO bamboo which is sustainable and biodegradable and pandas DO NOT eat this type of bamboo. BPA free medium-strength bristles. Snap the head off and throw the handle into the compost.

I am not at the stage in my business to use pretty ‘Us and The Earth’ branded boxes. A good portion of mine came from the stash I collect behind my local ‘Kidstuff’ or the supermarket. I have also been known to stop my neighbours on their way to the recycling bin with boxes. That’s just how I roll.

The jewels are on the inside and packed with so much love!! And just in case you are wondering - any bubble wrap used is all recycled too. 

I recycle. I reuse. When I can

Carbon Neutral Parcel Delivery

The process of delivering a parcel emits carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, which is shown  to harm our environment.   

We are using Australia Post and Sendle for our shipping delivery

Plastic-free Packaging that turns into fertiliser

I also use Hero Packaging for smaller products that don't need a box

 

HERE IS WHY I LOVE THEM...

 Firstly Anaita and Vik are cool people. They are doing good and Anaita, who I know personally, is a power-house when it comes to supporting ecommerce brands, especially those female-led ones. 

'Heropacks', which is what I use, are made from home-compostable materials, mainly cornstarch and PBAT.

They take 90-120 days in your home compost to break down. NOTE: note, these can't be placed in the recycling bin

This biodegradable polymer breaks down in soil and doesn’t leave any toxic residues behind.

Minimising carbon emissions — The process behind manufacturing compostable mailers requires less energy and resources in comparison to plastic packaging materials.

I love supporting HERO PACKAGING, an Australian-owned company with similar goals to help loads of businesses to reduce their carbon footprint and educate as to how we can make impactful changes to reduce plastic pollution.

WHAT ARE THEY MADE FROM?

 Unlike traditional shipping mailers, these are NOT made from single use plastic. Our mailers are made from 30% plant-based materials such as PLA and 70% from a certified compostable material called PBAT (a synthetic bonding agent).

ANOTHER COOL TIP - YOU CAN REUSE THEM AGAIN

There are 2 sticky strips, so when you receive the mailer, you can cut along the line on the flap and re-use it with the second adhesive (glue) strip. HERO mailers are one of the only ones in the world that have a reusable strip!

HOW DO YOU COMPOST THE MAILERS?

To compost them at home, it’s best to remove any labels ( unless they too are compostable), cut them up and place them in your compost bin. These will completely break down within 90-120 days in a home-compostable environment - sometimes even sooner! 

AUSTRALIA WIDE SHIPPING

Orders are shipped Monday-Friday within 1-2 business days of being placed, often same day, if ordered by 2pm. As I am a small business with school pickups and family stuff I can't always guarantee same day ( but I will try!!) 

Deliveries to addresses outside of Australian city metro areas (150km+) may take slightly longer to arrive. On average, you can expect an extra 2-5 business days.

All orders under $80 will be shipped at a $10 Flat Rate

Orders over $80 will be shipped FREE of charge

Orders over $150 will be shipped Express Post - FREE of charge

SHIPPING TO OTHER COUNTRIES 

We can ship anywhere in the world and this is calculated at the checkout cart based on location, weight & size of the package. If you would like a quote, please email info@usandtheearth.com and we will calculate this for you.

ORDER CONFIRMATION

As soon as you place your order you will receive an order confirmation e-mail to confirm receipt. We will ship your order out within 1-2 business days after receiving it and we will then email you your shipment tracking number so you can easily keep a close eye on when your new item(s) will be with you. 

CUSTOMS, DUTIES & TAXES

We are not responsible for any customs and taxes applied to your order. All fees imposed during or after shipping are the responsibility of the customer (tariffs, taxes, etc). International orders may incur an import tax.

RETURNS, REFUNDS & EXCHANGES - you have 30 days !

If you aren't happy then return it. If for any reason you do not absolutely love your eco goodies, we will gladly issue a refund for the value of the merchandise or exchange your items within 30 days of purchase.

To be eligible for a return or exchange, your item must be unused and in the same condition that you received it and in the original packaging. Gift Vouchers are not be eligible for a return.

WHAT TO DO

• Please notify us in writing via email to info@usandtheearth.com including your order number or a copy of your receipt.
• You will be responsible for paying for your own shipping costs for returning your item. Original shipping costs are unfortunately non-refundable and will be deducted from your refund.
• If you are shipping an item over AU$50/US$35, you should consider using a trackable shipping service or purchasing shipping insurance. We don’t & can't guarantee that we will receive your returned item.
• Once goods are received and the refund approved, your refund will be processed, and a credit will automatically be applied to your credit card or original method of payment, within 48 hrs.

I am sure that you will adore your products but understand that things happen in life and sometimes we just don't like what we ordered!

No worries, we are here to support you whatever you decide.😀