From packing cubes to dental floss, our editors’ favorite eco-friendly products are great examples of how to shop for travel gear with sustainability in mind. For example, the Cadence Bestseller set of reusable toiletry bottles allows travelers to skip miniature-sized products, thus saving money while simultaneously reducing plastic waste. Similarly, look to pack mineral sunscreens from Kinfield for sun-soaked getaways, as it’s both reef-safe and skin barrier friendly.
Consider this a call to invest in quality products that won’t need replacing. Knowing where to be eco-conscious is just as important as knowing which products to buy, and our editors have mapped that strategy out in their recommendations by including money-saving hacks and sustainable travel swaps. By playing to creative design and durability, our top picks will help you travel smoother, reduce waste, and spend less money long-term.
What makes these products eco-friendly?
We’ve selected these products based on the type of materials used to make them, the brand’s mission and values, how long-lasting each product is, and whether or not the material can be recycled.
Why we chose these brands:
These are the brands we use, trust, and love—and each one uses innovative strategies that benefit both the consumer and the Earth. When buying from them, in one way or another, you’re helping to give back. For example, one Standard Baggu bag is made from recycled nylon filament yarn, which is produced from pre-consumer waste. According to Baggu, this process, saves scrap material from ending up in a landfill, thus conserving petroleum resources and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
This story is part of April’s sustainability package, highlighting travel brands that are prioritizing environmental and social responsibilities in a meaningful way.