13 Finds That’ll Have You Ditching Single-Use Paper and Plastic for Good

I used to go through so many plastic tubs of cleaning wipes. But Biom is changing that with its microplastic-free disinfecting wipes — which I never have to feel guilty about using, because they're 100% biodegradable. What’s more, the plant-based wipes are packaged in a super chic, refillable container that’s worthy of leaving out on your countertop. A single wipe is all you need to give household surfaces a quick clean, and kill 99.9% of bacteria and viruses without the harsh ingredients found in traditional disinfectants!

“I knew it would take a miracle for my cluttered kitchen cabinets to actually look nice,” wrote one AT editor. “In this case, my miracle came in the form of Caraway’s container set.” The glass containers are sturdy, stackable, and stylish (just like all Caraway products). And they’re truly airtight, so they’ll keep pantry items fresh.

Break up with single-use plastic sandwich bags with these reusable silicone alternatives. The food-grade silicone bags feature a leakproof seal that’s perfect for storing everything from soups, snacks, and sandwiches — and even nonfood items like toiletries. They’re easy to clean, too; just toss them in the dishwasher!

Blueland’s Toilet Cleaner tablets come packaged in a reusable metal tin, and the tablet refills come in paper bags, so you won’t need to repurchase a new plastic bottle every time you run out. All you need to do is drop a tablet in your toilet bowl and let it fizz, then scrub the bowl, and you’re done. After using them myself, I can confidently cosign our Senior Lifestyle Editor Lizzy Francis’ claim that it actually makes cleaning your toilet fun.

Plastic wrap, who? These reusable silicone wraps do the same job without the single-use plastic waste. Stretch it over plates of leftovers, wrap vegetables or sandwiches — then hand-wash it and use it all over again. What’s more, this set includes a small, medium, and large size, so all your needs are covered.

On-the-go bites never looked better, thanks to these stainless steel nesting snack bowls. The durable bowls each come with a spill-proof, BPA-free silicone lid, and the colors couldn’t be cuter. I love that they’re dishwasher-safe, too.

You’ll ditch your regular dish sponge and shower loofah for Floofah’s zero-waste, compostable alternatives. The vegetable fiber sponges arrive dry, but instantly fluff up when held under warm water. And it’s completely biodegradable, from the sponge to the packaging! The sponges also have convenient hanging loops for speedy drying — and can be sanitized in the dishwasher for a deeper clean.

Just one of these Swedish dishcloths replaces up to 17 rolls of paper towels. And after putting them to the test in my own home, I don’t plan on buying paper towels ever again. I use them to clean and dust around my apartment, and even have a separate one I use to scrub down produce before I put it away (they’re food-safe!).

Your days of lugging around giant (plastic) bottles of laundry detergent are long gone, thanks to these Proofed! Laundry Detergent Sheets. They’re the first-ever detergent sheet that’s 100% plastic-free and, in my opinion, one of the most effective I’ve tried due to the enzyme-backed formula. I swear by the “clean scent,” and have even brought a sheet or two with me while traveling (you never know when you might need to wash an emergency load).

Bamboo grows back much faster than the millions of trees that are cut down to make traditional toilet paper, which makes Who Gives a Crap’s bamboo toilet paper a more sustainable choice for your bathroom. Each roll is wrapped in paper, not plastic, and is made without any inks or dyes. It’s soft, strong, and safe for sensitive tooshies!

Editors struggled to let go of plastic deli containers (they’re a food storage essential!), until these new Anydeli containers came on the scene. They’re made of silicone and 100% microwave-, dishwasher-, and freezer-safe. And just like the ones from your neighborhood deli, they’re nestable and stackable for space-savvy storage.