If you forgot to bring a reusable bag to the mall when shopping, try to consolidate your purchases into one big shopping bag instead of lots of individual smaller ones. Just say, "I'll put my purchase in my bag," each time you buy something.

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Fortunately, some truly green skin-care companies are offering green products that work great and are affordably priced. Check out Pangea Organics (www.pangeaorganics.com); not only are the products green, but the packaging is, too.

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Wash up in the shower with truly organic body washes, shampoos and soaps. Did you know the average shower gel takes up to 200 to 300 years to biodegrade once the sudsy mess has gone down your shower's drain? "Natural" smelling soaps and cleansers are usually made with nonorganic chemical formulations and synthetic fragrances.