5 Reasons To Buy Eco-Friendly Products
Products that really stand out to me are those which are built to last and at the same time, are environmentally friendly. Thankfully, these tend to go hand-in-hand if you find the right products.
In this article, I will cover 5 reasons why you should buy eco-friendly products that are built to last. Supporting the environment is a movement I think we can all get on board with as there are so many benefits. These include:
1. Save Money
When deciding on your next purchase, it may be tempting to go with the item that has a cheaper price tag. It’s an enticing route, but one that can easily drive you round the bend – you’ll end up repurchasing the product again, and again. This is where buying for life truly shines. If you’re able and willing to make the upfront investment, buying products for life will help save you money in the long run. While if you start implementing this mindset into your everyday purchases, this can turn into a significant sum of money over time.
2. Better For The Environment
When you can buy an ethically produced and durable product, you’re helping the environment right this second, but also in the long term. Longer lasting products mean less waste, mean our landfills aren’t as full, mean less pollution, and mean the environment is healthier. When that durable product is eco-friendly, perhaps by using environmentally friendly materials such as bamboo, or renewable energy sources such as solar, their immediate ecological footprint is slashed.
3. Better Resale Value
While this while more often apply to more expensive products, the same principles apply. A better product will always have higher resale value when you think about the expected lifespan of the product; it does not matter the product if one has a 3 year span and the other has a 6, the one with a 6 year span will almost be guaranteed to have a higher value.
4. Better For Your Health
It’s an issue that can slip through the cracks when you’re buying in a world-conscious way – your own health. Many products we use every day, can contain harsh chemicals that don’t contribute to a healthy lifestyle. Buying shoddy items instead of durable ones can also lead to stress as they fail and you’re forced to replace them, putting a strain on your time and your money. Using natural products to replace these necessities helps ensure that you aren’t breathing in any harsh chemicals that could harm your health.
5. Feel Good About Your Purchase
Buying an eco-friendly alternative of a product and one that will last for years contributes to the reduction of overall household waste and helps make the world a greener place to live. Many environmentally-friendly companies nowadays also commit to giving back to the environment. Some give back every time an item is purchased from their store and others give back through purchasing equipment or taking on initiatives that will help make operations greener. Buying products from companies like this is another great way to feel good about your purchases.
Check out the blog that inspired me to write this article and their shared values:
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