PLAINE PRODUCTS BLOG
Circular Economy: What Is it & How Does it Help?
Plaine Products is designed to be part of the circular economy, a goal that reduces waste and conserves valuable resources. In a circular model, nothing is wasted. That was the goal when we designed all of our packaging to be reused for as long as possible. Once they...
Why You May Want To Avoid Black Plastic
Why it’s a good idea to avoid black plastic to protect our health—especially those items that come in contact with our food.
Sustainable Packaging Podcast: Is refillable packaging the secret?
Plaine Products, CEO Lindsey McCoy was recently featured on the Sustainable Packaging podcast to discuss reuse as a packaging solution. The host, Cory Conners, uses the podcast to chat with industry leaders about eco friendly packaging options, new products, and how...
How Essential Oils Can Help Your Hair Grow Strong and Healthy
I’m back again with another way essential oils can benefit your everyday life with their beneficial nutrients! We all want healthy and strong, and my biggest secret for both is, you guessed it, essential oils. I know what you’re thinking - “Is there an essential oil...
Essential Oil In Shampoo and Conditioner to Protect and Nourish Your Hair
You know how much I love essential oils and clean products. Combine the two? Even better… Before jumping into the content, I just want to quickly introduce myself - I’m Liv, a holistic lifestyle coach and aromatherapist who focuses on essential oil uses and safety. I...
Sustainable Spring Cleaning Tips
The sun is shining and the weather is warming up, which means it’s time for spring cleaning! Spring cleaning can sometimes mean creating waste- whether it be from the stuff you’re getting rid of or the supplies you use to clean. But we’re here to help you do it...
Join Us in Asking the USPS To Go Electric
It's no secret global climate change is here and we need to be doing all we can to cut carbon emissions. In addition to other steps, Plaine Products chooses to use the US Postal Service (USPS) to deliver our packages to your door because they are already coming into...
#ProgressWithPlaine: Celebrating individual action for the planet!
Will buying one reusable bottle save the planet? No. But, together, we’ve already eliminated 400,000 plastic bottles from the waste stream! While we know that corporations and policy makers ultimately move the levers necessary for stopping climate change, we’d...
Sustainable Mother’s Day Gifts
Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and we’ve got the sustainable gift ideas you’ve been looking for. From repurposing what you already have to creating memorable experiences, these sustainable Mother's Day gifts are perfect for the eco-minded mom in your life....
How to Care for Gray Hair
Wondering how to care for gray hair? Looking for tips as your hair transitions to gray? We've asked our resident hair stylist, Krysia, to share with us a bit more about gray hair and how to take care of it. The Science behind gray hair The age and pattern in which...
Why Our Products Are Palm Oil-Free
Palm oil is the most widely consumed vegetable oil on the planet…but it shouldn’t be. The oil is admittedly very useful and can be found in cosmetics, packaging, food products, detergents, and more. But the harvesting of this oil is destroying essential habitats and...
Tips for Running a Successful Beach Cleanup
Want to run a beach cleanup but not sure where to start? Here are some tried and true tips for planning and running your own successful beach cleanup! Plan Survey your local beaches for trash. Check your local beaches for any heavily trash impacted areas. Areas...