Why I live a zero waste life | Lauren Singer | TEDxTeen
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- čas přidán 26. 05. 2015
- Lauren is an Environmental Studies graduate from NYU and former Sustainability Manager at the NYC Department of Environmental Protection, and the amount of trash that she has produced over the past three years can fit inside of a 16 oz. mason jar.
Lauren Singer is author of the Zero Waste blog, Trash is for Tossers and founder of organic cleaning product company, The Simply Co.
Through her blog, she has empowered millions of readers to produce less waste by shopping package-free, making their own products and refusing plastic and single-use items.
Her work has been profiled by New York Magazine, MSNBC, NBC, AOL, CNN, Yahoo, Fox Business, BBC and NPR, among others.
This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at ted.com/tedx
"We don't need a few people doing zero-waste perfectly: we need millions doing it imperfectly."
Beautiful quotes
I love this quote. Mind if I use it in my video project for school? My teacher asked us to record a video. I chose zero-waste lifestyle for my topic.
@@kateyang1223 Sure! It's not really my quote but I forgot the reference :/
Ayesha Mairaj thanks:)
I swear I seen this but don’t know which vid
i just get sick of people saying it is impossible or it will never fit into their life style, you know what? don't be a zero waste person, but at least try to reduce your waste.
Mais Kayed exactly!
burteriksson nope. I’m a liberal and any form of genocide is absolutely not ok.
@burteriksson Most of my opinions fall on the liberal spectrum. For example, I support abortion and I think there should be medicare for all
@burteriksson I know.
I agree with your comment on your money your life, but I disagree with your other comments like us liberals being ok with genocide- because we are not.
I'm young only 12. I need to thank people like this because they are saving my generations world! Thank you every one like Lauren . Xx
"When you have fewer things, you take better care of them". One hundred percent true
Right John 👍
Fr Joseph puthen spech
In case of career tooo... If u are too good in many things it bcms difficult to chooose whereas extreme talent in something:,, then it's well preserved!!!
I agree
When you have fewer things, you also have less to manage and it's easier to find things!
I really enjoyed her speech and her dedication to better our planet. What bugs me however is some of the comments on this video. Saying things like, "well you still gave a speech in an auditorium that used up energy" or "well you probably drove there or got a ride which is contributing to air pollution" etc. etc. etc.
Why? Why is it always necessary to point out the negatives and try to bring someone down when they are already trying so hard to do something good for our planet. So she may have sat in a car and maybe she didn't ride her bike today. Yes, she spoke at an auditorium so her speech could reach the masses and possibly spark a change in people to reduce some of their waste. Isn't she already doing so much? Why must we nit pick and bring people down all the time?
Sonia L amen
I totally agree. the whole purpose is to make progress with as little compromises as possible. She's not asking for perfection. It's about taking steps in the right direction starting with you
You rock! Truth. TRUTH
I fail to see how asking about her travel arrangements is bringing her down. One airplane ride generates more pollution than 100 Big Macs. If the point is to protect Gaia then we have the right to ask about the details. If her car runs on angel farts and butterfly kisses, I'd like to hear about it.
nicomp1 she probably walks and swims duh
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Amazing. I wish companies would just send me things in a box rather than with 99% unnecessary packaging.
@@melissacoty91 great move. I've drastically cut down on my waste. I bring my own bag everywhere.
That's for safety purposes so that no damage is caused to the products
They will eventually if we vote with our money! Big companies will realise that zero waste companies are making more sales and follow suit! It starts with us as buyers
@@paigelee2994 yes preach!! we 100% vote with our dollars.
Go to a shop and it wont be in a packaging box.
What a wonderful speaker! I took a sustainability class last semester which really inspired me but I let that fire burn out. This was a great reminder. I love the joy emanating from her, she feels like a kind person. It almost felt like talking with a friend.
She reminds me so much of Cher from Clueless and I don’t know why
This is the comment that I'm looking for !!
It's the hair
Yessss!!!!!!!!!! I was thinking the same 😂
And alicia silverstone is also a less waste WHAT IS THEIR SHAMPOOO HELPPP
Do you have snapchat
I don't understand why this is called "TEDxTeen" when she's clearly an adult who has graduated from college.
Exactly what I was thinking!!!
+Millie Turner is she really an adult tho?
z0uLess Unless she's blatantly lying in the video, yes.
+Millie Turner maybe she's a prodigy?
+Mat Uchoa my theory is that her audience is a high school or something, that she's not a teen but the target audience is teens.
Everyone should strive for this level of environmental cleanliness 🌿🪴🌱
she has both attractive and healthy skin with amazing hair..
I think that because she has lived healthy and clean life..
The MindCracker agreed
she's not
That's b/c she is not putting all the abrasive chemical additives in normal skin and hair products...just my guess.
Rawan Alseyali i think it's because of genes not her lifestyle or something 😂
It’s my goal to be 100% zero waste once I live on my own. The whole zero waste movement really inspired me. I recycle and try to reduce my waste and plastic but it’s harder when you are living with your parents house. It really is scary that pretty much everything is made of plastic packaging.
Her voice is so empowering.
why would someone even say that she's doing these for attention?? she is doing something good
Perhaps it's true?
Even then, like you say, she is doing something GREAT! Whether for attention or not, idea is awesome.
yeah, people say the same about vegans, even if they are helping to save the planet
There's a lot of negative feedback people get for lifestyle changes like this, for instance vegans and people who live in communes without electricity. Anything that goes outside a cultural norm, even if it's more sustainable and moral, ends up being criticized without logical reason. I think it's great that people try to reduce their footprint in various ways, and the world would be a better place if more people were conscious of their impact.
Isn't it also like a very gender thing to say? When a girl stands out, she's trying to get attention. However with a guy people would say he's daring, unconventional?
I'd have to agree wholeheartedly Christine! When a guy does it and people disagree, they just simply disagree, without any comment about his character. But when a woman does it, its for attention or because she wants praise. Double standard all around.
Well I think the world needs the recipe of your DIY shampoo
Baking soda!
+Challenger TV i was wondering if i was the only one admiring her hair the whole time haha
+Challenger TV Shampoo: Baking soda.
Conditioner: Apple cider vinegar.
Dilute a table spoon of both in about a cup of water.
I've been doing this since November last year (so a year lol) and my hair requires less frequent washing, i's shinier, feels stronger, doesn't get flaky nearly as much (my scalp is dry), and it feels lighter and bouncier.
Also, since November I've only had to swap the box of Baking Soda and the bottle of Apple cider vinegar once with a new replacement, so it's good for my wallet eheh.
I don't live zero-waste, but I'm focusing more on organic body care first.
Tl;dr, it's called the "No poo" method, look it up if you want.
+Stephanie Smith are you seriously washing your hair with baking soda and apple cider vinegar. sheeeze.. you must smell like a hot car with leftovers in it.
Dank Pepto The solution is so lowly concentrated in the two, that when washed out with water, it leaves no smell behind.
Been doing it for a year and have yet to receive a comment on any smell, even from my friends who like to take the piss lol
Wow!! She's wonderful, it's great to see people who are really trying to save this planet. We need to learn from such people. You're truly amazing.
Thank you
So proud of you!!! It's the collective effort of individuals that would bring about a bigger change! So hats off to you 💪
Her hair looks great I want the hair products she makes 😅
just use coconut oil or any oil for that matter
You can also use Jamaican Black Caster Oil.
It helps to reduce skin infections and makes your hair amazing
and use how?
she is eating right btw
She have a whole zero waste hair care in her own CZcams channel
I really love her personality. A lot of activists tend to come across as somewhat condescending, and she didn't do that the whole time.
+Gwen Todd She wears black, that's a nice issue to attract the attention, though she is charismatic and enthusiastic
I like her too, she is pretty nice and also got a great idea.
She's so inspiring.
But you have to remember that just because some activists may be condescending, it doesn't mean you shouldn't listen to them. If you believe and agree with a message, you shouldn't turn away because you don't like the person the message is coming out of.
I have to disagree. Strongly.
She's extremely smug to the point of being incredibly unbearable.
But each to their own really.
She is doing great job for the earth and herself and that was exactly what I am trying to do recently.
Thank you, Lauren, for this amazing TEDx Talk on being sustainable. It really brings home the point that a few people can make a difference.
First easy steps: 1. Get a proper reusable water bottle. 2. Get a reusable coffee cup - stop getting coffee in those paper cups, they rarely get recycled. 3. Stop using plastic bags.
+Tom Davidson If everyone did these three things only, it would have a huge impact on the world. I adopted these practices three years ago and haven't had any regrets. I have adopted other things as well, but these three.... No more plastic bottles and bags in the landfill.
+ProBoard Bear Would it be weird if I brought a mason jar to Starbucks and let them fill it up with my drink? I'm questioning the necessity of buying a reusable coffee cup if I could just use a mason jar. If it's weird, though...I'll just buy one lol
Druana Dowd Not weird, but not practical for hot drinks.
Very true...thanks so much for replying!
If it gets you attention you're uncomfortable with, then you're unlikely to make it a habit. Stick with a reusable coffee cup, I recommend a glass one, black coffee just feels weird coming from a plastic.
She indeed looks very optimistic and energetic.
Amazing talk Lauren!, truly inspiring. I know this was quiet a few years ago but really a touching message and a strong wake-up call!
Epitome of true inspiration.❤️God bless people like her!
she is beautiful both outside and inside.Good job, Lauren.
@Shaun Whitehead And you too Shaun!
@@ADCFproductions And you too ADCF.
@@teenytinytoons And you Penny!!!
Can we talked about her fresh-like baby hair? You can see the natural shine, not the same gloss the products do.
Yeah, hope someone or her will tell the secret of natural hair shine.
yes. I cant stop looking at the hair!
A while ago I changed my regular shampoo and coniditiones from de supermarket to ones that are organic and hand made from a local store( plus they are bars so package free) and my hair totally changed, is like its having its own glow and is healthy and not this artificial glam look. I know its sounds strange but i was so amazed when i did the swap
Can't stop looking at her beautiful hair. So shiny and healthy.
Im dead stop it
She is so genuine and beautiful , with beautiful concept n mind.
Thanks Lauren is very important for me and all Environmental.
I literally watched the whole thing just because I couldn't stop looking at her beautiful hair.
Me too it’s looks so healthy and soft
And knowing that she made her shampoo herself??? Lmao guess who's making her shampoo herself today
@@arsheeverma1597 frr i wanna know her DIY shampoo how to make it lol
@@arsheeverma1597 that's a good start but it isn't a main reason her hair is so healthy-looking. It's also not messed with (not died, and most-likely just air-dried).
Healthy looking hair gets nutrition from the food she eats too.
if only the plastic packaging that was meant to be recycled was ACTUALLY recycled
Julie Kang Even if you recycle your plastics, there is a limit to how many times you can recycle them. For instance, plastic water bottles can only be recycled once or twice before going to the landfill. That is why plastic is not zero waste! :)
@@haleystorm9448 ughh :( yea i've heard that. the only thing i'm kinda managing to do is to not use plastic water bottles (which seem to be the most ridiculous use of plastic right now for me) but still they should be recycled! reuse, recycle, reduce!
They need to be replaced with things that are 100% recyclable like aluminum
@@Julie-jl2kk reducing is really the most important thing about plastic, and replacing it with something else whenever possible.
Morgan Bruce or glass! I got glass milk the other day 😊
This ted talk really inspired me. I was looking for "zero waste" and found this amazing talk. Her ideas to live zero waste are wonderful. I definitely want to try like her.
This is very timely to hear even 7 years after she spoke. With all the product delivers and protective equipment for the pandemic among other things, we really are generating so much waste. She gave very simple steps and it certainly would do our planet a lot of good to start in our own simple ways. Cheers!
She glowed seriously, she looks so happy and so passionate about thing she was talking. Its somehow so empowering. I’m seriously trying this.
corey cj it’s called being a rich attractive white girl
@@feels6233 facts^
@@feels6233 it's called enthusiasm
She is such an amazing woman!
Gittemary Johansen *woman there is only one of her
Kierstin's adventures thank you
Gittemary Johansen you too
she looks like melinda gates ;)
You're right. She speaks like 1000 WOMEN.
I had this feeling every time I was buying/eating something, the fact that I was gonna throw away all the packaging of it along with the usual waste that comes with certain things always made me feel pathetic. Now I know, there are plenty of people out there who think the same...
And kudos to Lauren to come forward and start this conversation!
This is so inspirational!! I’m in the midst of making some major changes to my life to be more ethical to the environment / radically reducing the plastic waste i create. Thank you for showing me what is possible. I admire you.
I’m only thirteen but I use stainless steel straws, bamboo toothbrushes and I make my dad use reusable shopping bags. I’m currently trying to convince him to get biodegradable bags for cat litter. I’m also vegetarian because I’m scared of climate change lol
you're vegetarian because of the air contamintaion the producing of meat creates? And if you eat vegetarian, did you know you can get grass-fed milk and stuff? just a thing I found interesting to read about. :) have a nice day!
your age doesn't matter
Piper Waipouri a lot of younger people don’t know what is wrong with plastic or what climate change is. *like younger kids*
JIA YAO WONG why are you starting an argument cause i said how old i am? Not a lot of younger kids do stuff to help the environment and I also want a good future. What don’t you understand about that?
Good job amber! Keep doing what you believe in ❤️ Don’t let other ppl’s words effect you.
The way she carries herself reminds me of Emma Watson
Lol I think the same too :D I was thinking about she looks similar with someone from Harry Potter movie when I watch the video, and now I know it's Hermione Granger :D
I saw this channel few days ago when i had to stay at home because off the covid. It is very amazing that i can quickly improve my listening skills
She's breathtaking. ♥️
Sometimes I rewatch this video to be reminded of perfection.
Cassie Vee 😂😂😂👍👍👍👍
This kind of deifying of her is exactly why people like me feel we need to pointout the flaws in her logic. This is sin-eating, not purity or perfection.
Everybody needs to be like Lauren for the sake of the future generation who deserve to live in a
Environmentally clean world.
@Lgge Gee what? That literally goes back into the earth.
@Lgge Gee no it doesnt. Zero Waste: The conservation of all resources by means of responsible production, consumption, reuse, and recovery of products, packaging, and materials without burning and with no discharges to land, water, or air that threaten the environment or human health. Natural processes such as peeing, pooping, and farting won't harm our health or the enviorment.
Thanks Lauren for this planet🙋♀️💕 I also reduce plastic and stuff
I did it for one month and it was surprisingly easy if you have access to a zero-waste shop where you can fill jars with pasta/rice/nuts/cereals etc.
Every small effort matters. She was an inspiration for me. Now, I'm on a journey of plastic free n minimalist living.
Vegetarian
Bamboo toothbrush.
DIY toothpaste.
DIY creams/scrubs.
Plastic packaged soap bars n shampoo bars.
Zero plastic straws.
Reusable jute bags.
Minimalist living.
Cruelty free cosmetics.
A long way to go to a 'jar of waste in 3 years' .. 💛
Why vegetarian and not vegan? The dairy and egg industries produce tons of filth and cesspools that drain into all the rivers, lakes and eventually oceans. If you care at all about the suffering of other species, these industries are the cruelest on the planet. So easy to find, drink or make your own plant-milks, yogurts, ice creams and vegan cheese. Go vegan for the planet, the animals and your own health.
@@harveyplantharvester1502 I know. In transition. It's easy to be vegan in developed countries not in developing countries. And every small effort matters whether someone is just a vegetarian or just switched to a bamboo toothbrush.
Same here :) :)
Harvey PlantHarvester you shouldn’t bash people for not being perfect at this. You should encourage them to do better. Not everyone will go fully vegan in 1 day. Different diets work for different people. Next time please be more positive, thank you.
@@harveyplantharvester1502 you're the type of person who people steer away from. instead of making them feel bad for not being better, congratulate them on what they ARE doing.
So incredibly inspiring. I don't think I could sustain it to this extreme, but it absolutely makes me want to be more conscious of just how much waste I'm producing. Most of my waste is from cans/boxes of diet soda, and quitting soda alone would eliminate most of my waste. Seems like a small price to pay in the long run, and surely will have health benefits as well. I'm glad I watched this.
+Space Ghost Lol.. She's an environmental studies grad(freak)... What did you expect?!
+Aditya Mohanty shes a 'freak' for caring about the planet that she, you and I share, grow up.
Kharym J.Rasool Don't read too much into it.. She inspires us all.
Space Ghost you commented this a year ago but if you want soda thats more environmentally friendly buy mexican sodas in bulk (literally any soda you know just made in mexico, coca cola, sprite, fanta, and latin american soda- jarritos). theyre all in glass bottles, and they are all made with pure cane sugar as opposed to high fructose corn syrup. some do have plastic labels, but its a good start. i also recommend italian sparkling sodas, you can find them at the world market, world market has alot of eco conscious products
maura tiara That's really interesting, thanks for that tip! I've mostly cut down on soda, and I've moved somewhere that's much more recycling-friendly; this TED Talk really stuck with me in a meaningful way. I use reusable bulk bags when I shop now for example, and all the things I should have been doing already. I haven't started making my own shampoos and cleaners yet, but that'll be the next step. :P
Amazing. We need many more people like you.
she's just amazing
I still don't believe that homemade personal products can work well, but they must looking at her. She has fantastically shiny hair, great teeth, and an incredible complexion.
BroccoliRocks I have followed her blog for a while and have tried the recipes she puts on her blog. I have found them to work very well, I would suggest you try them! =)
Julia Guerrein Thank you.
BroccoliRocks I've never seen her blog or anything, but I use a lot of my own home made stuff as well.
My teeth aren't that good but that's partly due to me not being aware that I was calcium deficient for about 2 years.
I have videos of myself in my channel, but I'd advise you not to look at my early stuff. It's kinda gross to some viewers.
I can say with certainty, that natural things that you can make yourself work better than you'd expect.
Yeah, I'd hit it.
+BroccoliRocks If you mean homemade cosmetics and stuff like that, then I don't really get why wouldn't you believe they work :D
I mean, just because you mass produce something or make it in a factory doesn't make it better. Why would it? It's almost like you wouldn't believe a homemade bread be as good as the ones you buy from the store. Or the milk that you squeeze out of a tit of your cow can "work"/be as good as the one the walmart shelves. I don't get your thinking :D
IDK if they say that in english, but where I live there's this saying: "self-made, well made". :D
I thought she was going to talk about how not to waste your life but...
Me too. I thought this video is about living life to the fullest.
ederline rosenberg that's kind of what she is doing, right?
EXACTLY !!!!
Me too
Me too 😂 But her idea is pretty interesting
As a minimalist I discovered that less is more. Instead of organizing stuff I'm actually free to really live. Best thing I ever did.
Amazing cheekbones and passion!
She must be destroying corporate consumerism.
+Athenic Cuber Exactly. We all did fine without it before WWII.
+Athenic Cuber Good!
Michael Sawyer This is an English-speaking platform. I want people to understand what I'm saying.
Athenic Cuber Nope I read on. Daily mail article on her....she runs a business/website where people can purchase her homemade products. She is a greedy lying snob.
The hypocritical liberal elite ala Al Gore, wan you to reduce your carbon footprint. He's an elite so he does not have to reduce his larger than the average American carbon footprint. You know do as I say not as I do, they wan you plebs to make the sacrifices, so they won't have to.
Amen to everything she said. Even if it is less than ideal for many (the way she does things), everyone should start somewhere and do what they can do leave less trash before they leave this earth. Thanks for the video. I am inspired.
People like you are making earth better.I hope you keep your good job going and other people learn from you!!
Believing in yourself and doing what you like will make you happier
We need more bulk shops in the UK and not just london
Hear hear
Ugh so true. Everything in our supermarkets are covered in plastic :(
same in canada. We have a few in Montreal and their number is growing, but theyre all in the most expensive spot of the city, so its not really cheaper
Same in Hong kong
We need bulk shops everywhere!
Well,the way of presenting her speech was fascinating and secondly she look's like she tends to really take some serious care of herself!!!👍👍👍
Yup, all that hair spray really makes her shine in the spotlight.
@@userthe1610 hair spray You really think that it's hair spray??🙂
She is just so amazing. This made me look back to my actions. The speech really inspired me to change. I'm trying to do everything I can to stop wasting. Everybody may think that it's impossible, but can everyone at least try? I really want everyone to care about the actions we do know and what it will bring in the future.
I would listen to this girl for hours...
I love how the speaker fought against being at the mercy of manufacturers. In ancient times people got to make whatever they wanted, whether it be a house or a means of transport. Today we are so dependent on shops that we have stopped trying to create anything for ourselves. We have been crippled by the system. It's time to break free!
Her hair and skin show that she not only living no waste life but also a healthy one 😍
It shows that she uses tons of hot water thus producing tons of co2.
@@abuzarov or maybe she just washes her face and drink water ??????????
I don't think 💭 so
A shining example how we all should be
Mam, u can literally speak anything and you'll be getting everyone's attention just the way you speak... So logically and sweetly... You are The Most amazing orator I've ever seen
..
God bless you!
She’s glowing like morning sunshine. Honest and pure. ☺️
She's so beautiful
Really appreciable! Thumb up to you
a true inspiration for generations to come, so young yet so incredibly wise 👏🏻🤍
Been constantly looking to her amazing hair, wow!
I wonder which brand of hair spray she uses.
That’s the look of natural hair shampoo
@@userthe1610 Hahaha lol
Lol same
This woman is my hero.
she really smart and beautiful person. I know the messages from her speech, and I will try to become zero-waste
Thank you dear for this class and also please do it more....
Beautiful. Inspiring. YOU GO GIRL!!!
Hey girl!
U r also doin an amazing job!
And you too, Satvic Movement ❤️😘
Lauren , Mother Earth prouds on you...
You are truly a real angel ! 💜
this is so nice. Thank you so much Lauren
I've read Parts of mari kondo's books and this video reminded me of it. The girl isn't saying we have to reduce trash by a hundred percent , but we shouldn't be wasting so much trash in general. I have become very minimalistic after reading kondo's book and being simplistic like the girl said can really change your life. I don't buy a lot of stuff anymore and I save tons of money. I also see the important things instead of the unimportant things. Changing your life for the better does NOT mean getting rid of a lot, it just means changing some things so things are easier to do and life doesn't get so hectic.
THIS GURRRLLL💯💯💯 i want to be like her one day, and i’ll try to reduce plastic in my life. thank you
One day or day one
Ok
The ingredients you need to make your own lotion, toothpaste, cleaning supplies, and other hygiene products usually come packaged..
You can go shop for them in bulk stores! And theyre usually cheaper than if you buy them packaged in regular grocery stores 👀
Agree with you
Thank you!!! You are such an inspiration!!! I too have just started making my own body butters, body wash, and am working on making laundry detergent and dish wash soap. it is so easy and a lot of fun! It is saving me a lot of money and with what little time I have - I make it a hobby. Why not have a do it yourself party with some friends!!! It doesn't take too much time. It saves tons of money and you feel good about using natural ingredients!!! No chemicals!!! That right there is a really good feeling!!!
she looks so good... She's such a natural beaty. I can see her wearing minimal makeup.
And she really cool. I guess it's not an easy way to live but it's really environmently friendly.
I really want to become an environmental scientist ahh this video is so inspiring
I wish that every person that sees this talk will be as inspired as I was to make a change.
I really liked her mindset! ❤❤
She is a really good speaker! I love listening to her :)
So inspiring! Zero waste is not easy to achieve in modern world but reducing a lot is my goal!
That is awesome. The small steps matter.
Its very possible as you can see. Ita hard when we dont wanr to take reaponaibility. We can take reusables eveeywhere so that we dont end up swnding llastic or otyer waste to landfills becausw of a flight or a dinner
Anyone doing that is a beautiful human being, like her
Wonderful Lauren you are amazing and inspirational.Thank you for changing my perception
She is so pretty and sweet, she can talk about anything and i will listen to her :) and i am a girl :D good luck boys
sara meachel Guy says: No boys allowed shes very angelic. I call her master I could not feel desire for her but only the greatest love, very ineffable woman.
toter vonzua yes so true ! she bring something very good and human out of me too :)
Haha, ok
you got me
This literally gave me shivers - I could 100% feel your passion through my laptop screen! Amazing - well worth a watch / share xxxo
Creepy comment of the day
Hope it isn't a plastic laptop!
Amazing lifestyle. I truly admire what you are doing. Please keep on inspiring more people. God Bless!
Thank You For Sharing ❤️
What a positive and genuine beautiful person with amazing energy. My new girl crush
she is so amazing
wowzers, she is definitely something else! loved the talk!!!
Inspiring and directly actionable in at least some ways for most people!
keep spreading the word Lauren! not all of us can reach your level of discipline and dedication, but you certainly help us to be more aware of our individual packaging waste production.
She looks gorgeous!
Thanks for information and do great work 🎉🎉we always with you
I'm truly inspired and will try to live this way