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Eating out

Do you know that plastic products such as plastic cups, plastic straws, plastic bags, etc. can end the lives of many innocent marine creatures? Instead of just listening and saying "it's not my business", let's bravely make your first step to sustain your own life and the lives of the creatures by choosing alternative products wisely.

Tips

Reusable bottles to replace single-use cups and bottles.

Always say no to plastic straws.

Cloth bags or paper bags to replace plastic bags.

Reusable food containers to replace styrofoam containers.

Inox/ Wooden cutlery to replace plastic cutlery.

Going to work or school

Not every day is Sunday but every day should be Earth Day since no matter what day it is, plastics will still outweigh fish in the ocean by 2050 if we do not change. But you are the person who can help prevent that future by reducing single-use plastic products now. Why not choosing a reusable bottle or food container for ourselves and our family whenever going to work or school?

Tips

Healthy food containers to replace styrofoam containers.

Always say no to plastic straws.

Safe reusable cutlery to replace toxic plastic cutlery.

Always bring your own reusable bottle.

Store your things in your cloth bag or backpack and refuse plastic bags.

Hit The Road

Simply bring along what you have at home and eco-friendly alternative products for your trips to leave nothing but footprints and take nothing but photographs. You will be surprised by how easy it is to be a responsible inhabitant on this planet.

Tips

Bring your own shampoos or organic soaps to avoid products contained in plastic bottles/ bags.

Reusable makeup removers to replace single-use ones.

Multifunctional cloth bags to store things or go shopping.

Bring reusable cups/ bottles to refill water and buy coffee, milk tea,... anywhere.

Bring food containers, cutlery kit to enjoy your local food without plastics.

In the kitchen

Delicious and healthy home-cooked meals will be filled with much more love and fulfillness if you can make responsible choices when buying, storing and cooking without plastics. Only a plastic bag or plastic wrapping, etc. can cause a lot of suffering for many innocent marine creatures. Let's fill your kitchen with happiness by choosing eco alternative products.

Tips

Buy unwrapped and refillable foods at local markets, organic stores, etc.

Beeswax wraps, cloth, lids to replace harmful plastic wraps.

Eco-friendly loofah to replace non-degradable sponge for washing dishes.

Buy refillable dishwashing or mopping liquid in reusable bottles.

Reusable containerss with tight lids for preserving food and ingredients.

Compost organic wastes such as vegetables, leftover foods, etc.

In Bathroom

In the old days, our ancestors could have fun in the rain and used to bath with soapberries, honey locust, which are eco-friendly and definitely a better choice for your health. Nowadays, none of us want to take a bath in the rain anymore since the water and even the air have microplastics and toxic chemicals. Why don't we take afters our grandpas and grandmas, make use of both the traditional and the new culture in our bathroom?

Tips

Eco-friendly bamboo brushes to replace plastic ones.

Ear-picks with paper body to replace plastic ones.

Refillable and natural soaps/ shampoos to minimize plastic packaging.

Use eco-friendly deodorant such as deodorant stones, wax without plastic pakagings.

Use reusable towers instead of toilet paper.

Compost your hair and papers.

Lunar New Year

Lunar New Year is the biggest traditional Vietnamese holiday but it generates great amount of waste each year. Enjoy a green Tet from now on with some tips below.

Tips

Always bring your bags and containers to shop for traditional and local Tet treats. Be conscious when shopping, buy what you truly need and choose eco-friendly products.

Wrap holiday gifts with non-plastic, recyclable and reusable packaging (paper, fabric, bag, carton,...). Reduce lucky money envelopes, especially plastic ones. Recycle or reuse old envelopes.

Simplify house decoration: avoid buying plastic or foam decorations; reuse, recycle what you already have at home.

Clean your house with eco-friendly cleaners such as vinegar, lime, soap nut,...

Organize gathering meals without single-use plastic bottles, straws or cutleries.

Valentine’s Day

On this very special occasion to celebrate love, don’t forget to show the Earth your love and appreciation, too. Choose not only the right gifts but also the eco-friendly ones for those you care about.

Tips

Wrap your flowers and gifts in paper, cloth or any recycled materials that can be reused. Choose useful and meaningful gifts that show great consideration while reducing waste.

Choose sweets packed in minimal non-plastic packaging and ethically made.

Give your loved ones handmade gifts and sweets or just simply tell them your feelings.

Take your date to a plastic-free dinner at a “green” restaurant that say no to single-use plastics.

Mid-autumn festival

Mid-autumn festival has always been the favorite time of every child with delicious mooncakes and shining lanterns. It is also the time to celebrate harvesting season and show appreciation to the nature. Let’s make the most of your Full-Moon festival by being as “green” as can be.

Tips

Choose eco-friendly and safe mooncakes without plastic packaging and food preservatives.

Make your own batch of mooncake with your family.

Recycle and reuse mooncake boxes...

Avoid using plastic lanterns run by batteries coming from unclear sources and made from untrusted materials.

Be creative with your DIY lanterns from recycling and reusing any materials available at home.

Christmas

Although Saigon’s winter is neither snowy nor cold, the festive atmosphere is there with gifts, cards and nights hanging out with family and friends. This Christmas, let’s enjoy the season to the fullest with no-waste choices for your activities.

Tips

Be conscious when shopping, buy what you truly need and choose eco-friendly products.

Simplify house decoration by choosing accessories carefully and reuse, recycle what you already have at home.

Reducing using paper cards and envelopes. Make your own greeting cards by recycle paper and old cards. Or send e-cards, photos, video or directly tell your loved ones your greetings.

Avoid packaged processed food. Shop and prepare meals with no plastics and minimize food waste.

Organize a party

What could be better than family gathering with good food or amazing times enjoying fun party with friends and loved ones? The answer is a “green” party that leaves behind only laughters and no waste. Let’s check out some tips to throw your next less-waste party.

Tips

Avoid packaged processed food. Shop and prepare meals with no plastics.

Prepare an adequate amount of food and minimize your food waste.

Set-up your table with reusable tableware, avoid using single-use cutlery.

Avoid using plastic decorations and accessories and chemicals such as banners, balloons, confetti, ribbons, snow spray,...

Gift suggestions

Experiences: tickets to concerts, movies; a trip or go camping; book a spa treatment,...

Spend your precious time with them: pay a visit, do interesting things together or just sit back to share thoughts and stories,...

E-gifts: send ebooks, create a video, a playlist or make a photo album,...

Food: make their favorite dishes or create a special dish for them

Exchange gifts: give away what no longer serves you but can be helpful to others and don’t hesitate to receive back.

Useful and practical gifts: observe to figure out what they need and choose eco-friendly products.

Wrapping gifts: avoid using plastics and excess layers. Instead, use recyclable and biodegradable materials such as old paper, cartons, boxes,...

For Girls - Women

You are not only an indispensable half of life but also a beautiful, unique and independent mind, who can make smart and sustainable choices that will benefit you and the environment. Be that girl, be that woman who always feels proud to be themselves and be green!

Tips

Menstrual cup is a better choice for sporty and active days.

Soft & safe cloth pads are much more beneficial for your health.

Choose organic skincare products and cosmetics that are refillable and packed in eco-friendly containers.

Soap bars for multiple uses to replace plastic packagings.

Cloth bags to store things and reduce plastic bags.

Select clothes made of natural fabric (linen, cotton, etc.), avoid polyester fabric that release microplastics when washing.

Buy second-hand clothes to reduce new clothes consumption.

For Boys - Men

"Manners make the right man" - manner is not only how you behave with the people, but also your attitude and actions towards your surroundings. No matter what you look like, your responsible actions are what make you different and everyone will surely admire a "green" man!

Tips

Safety razors made from wood or metal.

Choose organic skincare products and cosmetics that are refillable and packed in eco-friendly containers.

Soap bars for multiple uses to replace plastic packagings.

Cloth bags to store things and reduce plastic bags

Reusable food containers that are faer for health.

Select clothes made of natural fabric (linen, cotton, etc.), avoid polyester fabric that release microplastics when washing.

Buy second-hand clothes to reduce new clothes consumption.

It’s no one but you who can make a difference towards a greener planet. Please come and look through some “green corners” of our city, sip a cup of Saigon coffee with condensed milk, take a cup of sweet milk tea or shop at the most eco stores in the city, etc. Here are some places that are willing to say no to single-use plastics and embrace a sustainable lifestyle. They are waiting for you to come and leave behind a little love, a little memory and your green footprints. Let’s come with us to discover the “green map” on the journey of experiencing a sustainable lifestyle.

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How many plastic straws, plastic bottles or styrofoam boxes have you used today?

Let’s check your plastics footprint test!

Green Tips & Alternative Products

It is getting more and more polluted out there to truly appreciate a happy life surrounded by green forests, clear sky and blue oceans. Spare sometimes with us and check out some green tips of iCHANGE to raise you up and help make the world cleaner with less waste, less plastics.

Outdoors

Eating out

Going to work or school

Hit The Road

Indoors

In the kitchen

In Bathroom

Festivals

Lunar New Year

Valentine’s Day

Mid-autumn festival

Christmas

Organize a party

Gift suggestions

For Girls - Women

For Boys - Men

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