Anyone else with a never-ending pile of washing? Yep, hands up here. Unfortunately, it’s something that we can’t ignore, delegate to the dog or outsource offshore. I have tried….. the dog isn’t interested. It is one of the areas where we really can make some significant environmental impact with regards to what we use to clean our clothes, how we go about it,  and the results speak for themselves.  If you want to save a heap of money, a heap of plastic and just generally feel good about what you’re doing for the environment, these eco friendly, plastic saving tips are for you. Most o ..read more

Spring has sprung and we’re not one little bit mad about it. It always feels like a fresh start somehow. Time to clean out the old, make some changes to ‘bad’ habits and work towards goals. If you’ve been thinking about making changes in your own home for a better environmental living, we’ve got you covered.  As the seasons change and nature renews itself, why not take a cue from Mother Earth and embark on a spring cleaning journey that not only revitalizes your space but also contributes to a healthier planet? At Us and The Earth, we believe in the power of small, intentional changes to ..read more

INGREDIENTS • 100 g brown sugar • 50 g raw or white sugar • 30 g carrier oil (fractionated coconut oil and sweet almond oil are popular choices) • 20 g honey METHOD 1. Add all ingredients to a bowl and mix until combined. 2. Transfer into container of choice. TO USE Wet face and scoop a small amount of scrub, rubbing gently in a circular motion over face and neck. Rinse with warm water ..read more

INGREDIENTS • 100 g carrier oil (jojoba oil was my choice for this recipe) • 5 g beeswax • 60 g arrowroot flour (cornflour doesn’t seem to work as a substitution) • 25 drops of essential oils MY CHOICE OF ESSENTIAL OILS My favourite essential oil combo for this recipe are ylang ylang, orange, rose geranium, patchouli (ratio of 10, 6, 5 and 4 drops) but don’t be limited by my suggestions. Use oils that fit your budget, or those that you already have in your collection. Read here for more information. METHOD 1. Add carrier oil and beeswax to a glass bowl and heat until completely melted. (Doub ..read more

INGREDIENTS • 200 g epsom salt • 20 g sodium bicarbonate • 10 g coconut oil (the type that solidifies) • 5-10 drops of essential oils • 1/2 tsp green spirulina (optional if you want to colour it) MY CHOICE OF ESSENTIAL OILS My favourite essential oil in this recipe is peppermint, but don’t be limited by my suggestions. Use oils that fit your budget, or those that you already have in your collection. Read here for more information. METHOD 1. Add all ingredients to a bowl and mix until combined. 2. Transfer into container of choice ..read more

Add 1/2 cup bicarb soda, 1/4 cup liquid castile soap, 2 tablespoons salt (fine) and 30 drops essential oils (like lemon and clove) directly to your container of choice and mix until combined. Add 1 tablespoon of paste and 1 tsp hydrogen peroxide (3%) to a separate bowl,and mix until combined. Apply to surface and scrub with a cleaning cloth. Rinse with water and polish with a clean, dry cloth ..read more

INGREDIENTS • Fresh banana (a fat slice) • 1 tsp honey • 1/2 tsp plain yoghurt METHOD Add all of the ingredients to a small bowl and mash/mix until it is smooth and combined. TO USE Using your fingers, spread the mixture all over your face (be sure to avoid your eyes). Relax while you leave it on for 10-15 minutes, before rinsing well with water. RECIPE NOTES 〉If your mask is too runny, add a little extra honey. 〉And, if you have any left over, call it dessert ..read more

Ingredients: Mango Tomatoes Onion Red Bell Pepper Garlic Clove Cilantro Leaves Lime Salt Instructions Stir mango, tomatoes, onion, red bell pepper, garlic, and cilantro leaves in a bowl. Add lime juice and season will salt Let sit for 5-10 minutes for flavors to blend Store leftovers in the refrigerator ..read more

Ingredients: 2 cups of spinach 1 stick of celery 1/2 cucumber 1 tbsp fresh ginger 1 lemon (juiced0 1 mango cheek (cubed) Instructions Blend well with 1.5 to 2 cups of water (add ice if preferred ..read more

About me Hi, my name is Ashley Eugley. I’ve had the pleasure of spending this year traveling around the world and engaging with different citizen science and community science initiatives. I met with Us + The Earth during my time in Australia, and I am excited to share more about my passion for citizen science! What is citizen science? Citizen science describes public involvement in scientific research. This term encompasses a wide range of topics, methodologies, stakeholders, and goals. Citizen science projects may be designed by governments, research institutions, individual scientists, and ..read more