Medicine cabinets are one of the last places people think of when they make sustainable changes and transition to a plastic-free lifestyle. And let’s be real: Most companies don’t make it easy to choose eco-friendly health and wellness products, opting instead for single-use containers made from unsustainable plastic.
The good news is that more and more companies are shaking up the industry with plastic-free and no plastic waste packaging and refillable options for over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and other healthcare essentials. We met up with the founder of one of these companies, Russell Gong of Cabinet Health, to get the downlow on creating an eco-friendly medicine cabinet — plus some top-shelf tips for a smooth transition.