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Experience sustainable tourism at The Orchard Retreat

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Experience sustainable tourism at The Orchard Retreat

by Christina Hawkes on Feb 18 2025
Enjoy a glamping holiday in rural Devon Here we talk to Vicky Ritchens, Director of The Orchard Retreat to find out more about this glorious glamping destination for holidaymakers looking for a sustainable tourism option. Can you tell us a bit about your place? We are...
Ecotourism is growing and holidays are a great time to try using less

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Ecotourism is growing and holidays are a great time to try using less

by Christina Hawkes on Feb 18 2025
Live a simpler life on holiday and connect with the great outdoors More and more holidaymakers are considering the environmental impact of their holiday and actively searching for more sustainable options with ecotourism certifications like Green Tourism helping them...
Zero waste living is the right thing to do but it’s fun too!

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Zero waste living is the right thing to do but it’s fun too!

by Christina Hawkes on Feb 18 2025
A picnic of fresh, local ingredients with no plastic in sight! What is Zero Waste?  ‘Zero Waste’ living is a very helpful idea which is about waste prevention as much as recycling and has been around since the 1990’s.  The ultimate goal is that the world...
For Zero Waste Week meet our customer, Lesser Litter

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For Zero Waste Week meet our customer, Lesser Litter

by Christina Hawkes on Feb 18 2025
Lesser Litter, a successful zero waste shop in Taunton, Somerset Zero Waste Week is from 2-6 September 2019 and at Greenscents we are delighted to be working with a growing number of zero waste shops who stock our 20 litre refills and Lesser Litter is one of them....
Packaging matters – thinking outside the box

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Packaging matters – thinking outside the box

by Christina Hawkes on Feb 18 2025
Written by: Christina Hawkes, Founder, Greenscents Packaging is essential for protection, preservation and distribution of all the products we need. In the UK only 2% of food arrives with you unfit to eat – compare this with developing countries where packaging is not...
What is MCS (multiple chemical sensitivity)?

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What is MCS (multiple chemical sensitivity)?

by Christina Hawkes on Feb 18 2025
We recently found out about MCS-Aware when a couple of its members with Multiple Chemical Sensitivity (MCS) tried Greenscents Nonscents range. They told us how great our products were for them and told the charity about us. Greenscents founder, Christina Hawkes, is an...
Plant-based living: why we should all have a go!

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Plant-based living: why we should all have a go!

by Christina Hawkes on Feb 18 2025
Written by: Christina Hawkes, Founder, Greenscents When we mention ‘plant-based living’ some of us will whoop for joy but sceptics might turn away contending that this is just another craze designed to part more money from our wallets.  But Veganuary – where...
Spring Cleaning Naturally

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Spring Cleaning Naturally

by Christina Hawkes on Feb 18 2025
Tips for natural organic cleaning A traditional spring clean used to mean the domestic cleaning of the entire home and while most of us would find this overwhelming, the lengthening days and increasing sunshine are uplifting and motivate us to tackle forgotten tasks....
What is organic cleaning?

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What is organic cleaning?

by Christina Hawkes on Feb 18 2025
What is organic cleaning and why does it matter? Green cleaning is a crowded marketplace.  Many brands are struggling to project their USP’s (Unique Selling Points) and this is largely because so many products are similar.   Most brands outsource manufacturing to a...
How to plan a successful spring clean

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How to plan a successful spring clean

by Christina Hawkes on Feb 18 2025
It's time for a spring clean! At last, the cold weather is breaking and the sun and spring flowers are making an appearance.  It is time to pack up winter clothes, throws and blankets and set our sights on the warmer days to come. Everyone feels better after a...
How to keep bedrooms clean if you suffer from allergies

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How to keep bedrooms clean if you suffer from allergies

by Christina Hawkes on Feb 18 2025
How to keep bedrooms clean if you suffer from allergies We spend around one third of our lives in bed, but this sacred space is not often a priority when it comes to cleaning and wellbeing.  Because we spend most of our time in the bedroom asleep, it is easy to pass...
Greenscents uses glass bottles – here’s why.

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Greenscents uses glass bottles – here’s why.

by Christina Hawkes on Feb 18 2025
Packaging is important.  It needs to be functional, attractive and convenient but also sustainable.  Household products are nearly always in plastic bottles and containers.  This is because plastic is perfect for transporting liquids – it is light, mouldable and cheap...
What are the benefits of organic cleaning sprays?

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What are the benefits of organic cleaning sprays?

by Christina Hawkes on Feb 18 2025
Those of you who have tried Greenscents sprays will know why they have become such iconic products over the years! These effective cleaners are a pleasure to use and for those who enjoy natural fragrance, Greenscents multi-surface sprays can transform the cleaning...
Festive Cleaning made easy!

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Festive Cleaning made easy!

by Christina Hawkes on Feb 18 2025
The run up to Christmas and the festive season is often stressful.  As the daylight fades the days fly by even faster! As well as all our usual activities, during December there is present finding & wrapping, food shopping, cooking, contacting friends &...
Take toxins out of your life

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Take toxins out of your life

by Christina Hawkes on Feb 18 2025
Green cleaning is a crowded marketplace.  Many brands are struggling to project their USP’s (Unique Selling Points) and this is largely because so many products are similar.   Most brands outsource manufacturing to contract facilities where the same ingredients are...