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4 Ways We’re Dedicated to Being a Purpose-Driven Business - So Good So You

4 Ways We’re Dedicated to Being a Purpose-Driven Business

4 Ways We’re Dedicated to Being a Purpose-Driven Business Being a purpose-driven business is core to our DNA, and it’s exactly what we were founded on. A business that strives to go beyond selling our products as we hope to make a difference through our decisions and our support of other organizations that do the same. In the most recent Think & Link, a Q&A discussion hosted by Minneapolis-based design firm Capsule, our co-founder Rita Katona shared the different ways we’re dedicated to this purpose-driven business model. Rita was joined in this discussion by Katie Marston, CMO at Once Upon...

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3 Ways You Can Be Ocean-Positive - So Good So You

3 Ways You Can Be Ocean-Positive

The ocean produces more than 50% of the planet’s oxygen, making it a vital source of life to every organism on Earth – aka YOU! This World Oceans Day we want to share some (easy!) actionable things you can do to prevent further damage to our oceans, because we’re all interconnected!  1. Swap traditional sunscreen for an ocean-friendly option Research has found that some of the main chemicals used in mainstream sunscreens are harmful to corals, algae, and other marine life. One of the main culprits is unfortunately found in over 3,500 sun products: Oxybenzone (Benzophenone-3) and other chemicals have...

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Spring Cleaning | 5 Ways to Keep It Simple and Sustainable - So Good So You

Spring Cleaning | 5 Ways to Keep It Simple and Sustainable

Spring cleaning can be a daunting task every year, but it doesn’t have to mean breaking out all the harsh chemical cleaners and wearing yourself out for an entire weekend! In this blog, we’ll take you through 5 ways to easily and sustainably approach your spring cleaning. Tip 1: Swap for non-toxic or homemade cleaners Ditching the harsh chemicals for a natural or plant-based cleaner can reduce your impact when dealing with everyday messes, and especially as you start your spring cleaning. Over the past few years, many companies have been creating their cleaning products with more natural ingredients and...

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5 Ways to Reduce Food Waste in your Home

Food waste is a big deal. So big in fact that the average person wastes 400lbs of food every single year. This can amount to up to $1,800 lost annually due to all of that waste food. No bueno.  As far as we're concerned, every day is Earth Day, and every month is Earth Month. Since everything we do here at So Good So You is "For the Love of Body and Planet," we wanted to give you some easy tips you can use regularly to reduce food waste in your home. 1. PLAN YOUR SHOPPING TRIPS AHEAD OF TIME One of...

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