5 Green resolutions to be taken this year

And there you have it, once again January has arrived, bringing with it its share of good resolutions. Exercise more, quit smoking, move more, etc.? Traditional resolutions are back. What if, for 2022, your resolutions took a different turn? What if this year your resolutions were ethical and responsible? Terre de Mars suggests 5 green resolutions to make this year.

1- Reduce food waste

As we know, household waste is undoubtedly the scourge of the century. 1.3 billion tonnes of food are thrown away every year worldwide. So this year, adopt a green resolution by planning meals ahead of time to avoid waste. Buy only the right amounts and keep leftovers to make new dishes.

That way, quantities are adjusted and you encourage family members to eat everything that is bought.

2- Reduce packaging

After food waste, packaging is another major source of waste. So do something for the planet and adopt a zero-waste approach, by favoring bulk purchases with your own containers. Furthermore, when it comes to cosmetics, you can use refillable packaging. At Terre de Mars, we offer you a selection of refillable products.

3- Use the BISOU method when buying

You will be keeping one of your green resolutions by adopting the BISOU method when buying. In other words, simply buying mindfully and asking yourself the right questions:

• B for Need: what need does this item meet?
• I for Immediate: can you delay your purchase to take time to think?
• S for Similar: do you already own a similar item?
• O for Origin: where does this product come from?
• U for Useful: will I really have any use for this item?

By adopting this ritual before every purchase, you will shop consciously and make a real gesture for the planet.

4- Recycle more

Thinking recycling means first and foremost adopting the 3 R's: reduce, reuse and recycle. By reducing and reusing, you save the planet's resources considerably. In addition, you also reduce your carbon footprint. Finally, recycling is a civic gesture that helps avoid sending toxic materials to landfill while preserving air and water quality.

When it comes to items and clothing, we no longer throw things away. Think about the various thrift stores and collection points to give your items a second life. So in 2022, adopt a green attitude and sort through your closets.

5- Adopt slow fashion and slow beauty

In general, it has to be said that we consume too much. Too many clothes, too many products, too many cosmetics. Your green resolution for 2022 will be to consume better.

First of all, when it comes to the slow cosmetics approach, choose products that are perfectly suited to your skin and your needs. At Terre de Mars, for example, we favor eco-friendly packaging for our face oils or our shampoos, which can be refilled and dispense the right amount.

Adopting slow fashion means not giving in to fashion dictates by choosing timeless clothing or favoring second-hand and resale channels.