As more and more people are jumping on the bandwagon of organic and sustainable living, I think it is about time to understand what it really means to avoid all the harmful chemicals and manmade preservatives. This trend has been catching up because of the ever-growing need to take care of the planet and its resources, and many have the right to believe that organic living can indeed contribute to decreasing our carbon footprint. Not to mention, consuming organic products also has a positive effect on your own way of life, because of the guaranteed natural quality that organic living has to offer.

 

Organic products do not only pertain to only food per se, but it also includes beauty products, cleaning supplies, appliances, and more. Now, most people are daunted by the thought of organic living because they have this assumption that organic products are more expensive compared to those easily found in the market. This factor is in fact true, since these organic products take longer to grow because farmers refrain from using manmade fertilizers or preservatives. However, we at Beautypreneur have found ways for you to join the organic living movement without it taking a toll on your wallets.

 

First, support the local industry. There’s no use buying organic products if shipping them does just the same damage to the environment as it would to buy regular and chemically induced products. Small scale local farmers do not rely on manners of mass production, and they stay true to the traditional farming traditions. Organic Markets in barangay parks and communal places are on the rise right now, so it’s only a matter of finding one nearest to you so you can check out what they have to offer, and decide whether these products are to your liking. Plus,

 

For the more explorative and experimental types, you can opt to make homemade goods made from common household items. There are hundreds of DIY tutorials online in various areas like skin care, detergents, fragrances, and the like. Take Virgin Coconut Oil, for example. Not only does it help in digestion and losing weight, but it can also be used to moisturize your skin and scalp as well. If you have a small backyard or garden, planting your own vegetables and herbs

 

If you’re looking for practicality and conveniency, and would rather stick to the orthodox way of shopping, you can still live organically by reading the labels. There already exists in the country an Organic Certification Center that regulates and approves organic products in the market, which can serve as a guide for the next time you go grocery shopping. Many products also indicate on the label if they are cruelty and preservative free, so watch out for items that have phrases such as “all natural”, “no artificial flavor”, or “no added preservatives”.

 

In the end, living organically boils down to having a healthier, cleaner lifestyle. This change does not need to happen overnight, nor is it something that every person must do. The measures we take to preserve our health is something entirely up to us, and organic living offers that with a bonus of helping out the environment as well. Buy what you feel comfortable with buying and by all means, don’t be afraid to try new things and learn in the process! Reading about organic products will give you a headstart on this new lifestyle endeavor, and knowing what you put into and on your body is always the right way to go.