Health & Beauty
Liquid plastics
Your shampoo is still full of plastic – here’s what you can do about it.
14 September 2023
This article first appeared in our World Environment Day 2026 issue of My Green Pod Magazine, published 05 June 2026. Click here to subscribe to our digital edition and get each issue delivered straight to your inbox
Every year, World Environment Day (05 June) reminds us of something important: most of us can’t single-handedly reverse climate change, clean the oceans or rewild the planet. But we can make conscious choices – choices about what we buy, how we live and how we replenish our own energy.
Those small, consistent decisions create a ripple effect that brings benefits to both our wellbeing and the world around us.
Holistic living isn’t just about self-care; it’s about recognising that we are part of a wider ecosystem.
The Platinum Awards recognise the best in natural, innovative and sustainable products and services; when we choose products, practices and people who honour nature, we support our own health while reducing our impact on the planet.
It’s important to choose products that are pure, responsibly sourced and created with intention. Nature Provides is a nutritionist-led company founded by nutritional therapist Rachel Aceso; the focus is on creating supplements without unnecessary fillers or preservatives.
These formulations are highly bioavailable, meaning your body can actually use what you’re taking. The high-strength Dual-Form Iodine (£21.32, 30ml), extracted from natural kelp and uniquely formulated for optimal absorption, supports energy, mood, skin and the nervous system.
For those who love a little indulgence, Meraki Cacao is unique. Founded by Vicky Armitage and inspired by her travels, the products in this cacao range are handmade using unrefined, nutritious ingredients – raw Peruvian cacao, Palmyra blossom nectar and natural flavours.
Free from dairy, soy and refined sugar, Meraki Cacao is crafted using a slow stone-grinding process that preserves nutrients.
Try the Meraki Cacao Edesia roasted hazelnut-cacao spread (£14) or the Olé orange & raw caramel bars (£18.95, 4x50g bars).
Cacao can be a real treat for the face, too! You can elevate your daily skincare ritual with Pure Radiance Crème (£34.50, 50ml) from Enowa Skincare. It’s a 100% natural, whipped facial moisturiser, handcrafted in small batches, that combines real cacao, pure oils and mineral actives to nourish and soothe.
Sustainable living doesn’t have to be complicated; sometimes it’s as simple as choosing refillable, long-lasting essentials. Salt of the Earth’s Melon & Cucumber Natural Roll-On Deodorant (£7.49) is fresh, energising and refillable, helping you cut down on plastic waste without compromising on performance. Made with 100% natural-origin ingredients and certified by COSMOS, it’s a small switch that would make a meaningful difference.
We all know the importance of staying hydrated, but drinking from plastic bottles won’t cut it! The Watery (£299) is a compact unit that delivers fresh, clean, drinkable water. It has a four-stage reverse osmosis (RO) filter and water quality monitor, and it even gives you instant hot water. With no single-use plastics or cartons, it creates zero waste.
For a unique take on hydration, the Quantum Water Charger for Daily Water Wellness (£34.99), from Crystal Water Experience, is a compact, frequency-based device that works without electricity, refills or maintenance – ideal for anyone seeking a simple, portable way to enhance their hydration while keeping things eco-friendly.
Holistic wellbeing involves tending to your emotional and energetic health, too. Therapists like Mina’s Fani Soul offer distant energy healing and crystal healing, practices rooted in the understanding that energy isn’t limited by time or space. Mind and spirit can be balanced and supported wherever you are.
Similarly Tamaya, founded by massage therapist and energy practitioner Jenny Moore, blends somatic work, nervous-system support and Native American-inspired wisdom. Her nurturing approach helps clients process trauma, grief and emotional blocks.
World Environment Day isn’t about perfection – it’s about choosing products that respect the planet, supporting practitioners who honour the body and spirit and giving yourself permission to live more intentionally.
Vote for your favourites in the Platinum Awards and you could win a huge hamper of natural and organic skincare.
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