Plastics are everywhere — in the water supply, in our homes, and even in the food we eat. That’s why beach lovers and parents Jamie and Molly set out to disrupt the status quo with Community Goods, a personal care brand that’s entirely free of plastic. The beauty industry is a major source of single use plastics, from toothpaste tubes to shampoo bottles, which is why the founders decided to start there — after first committing to their values.
Their goal is simple: Make it easy to reduce single-use plastics, by offering thoughtfully formulated products made of clean ingredients. So you can look good while doing good.
Before they began selling their products, the founders joined 1% for the Planet (in which members contribute at least 1 percent of their annual revenue to environmental causes), became certified cruelty-free and vegan through PETA, established carbon neutral shipping with EcoCart, and set up donation programs to The Surfrider Foundation and The Ocean Conservancy.
Also thoughtfully considered and designed were the actual products and packaging, which are made with sustainable, recyclable materials like paper, cardboard, glass, and aluminum. Everything, down to the packing tape —made of paper, of course — is free of plastic.
The edited lineup of products emphasizes household essentials used every day and serves as proof that you don’t have to sacrifice efficacy and enjoyment to lessen your impact on the planet. The collection includes:
- Shampoo & Conditioner Bars ($16) gently cleanse, condition, and impart a light, fresh scent to hair. They come in four scent profiles that target individual hair concerns, like coconut vanilla for frizz and citrus to clarify.
- Fresh Mint Toothpaste Tablets ($29) offers a four-month supply of toothpaste, which uses nano hydroxyapatite instead of fluoride to strengthen enamel and reduce tooth sensitivity.
- Deodorant ($16) neutralizes odor causing bacteria and absorbs sweat with baking soda, available in two scents.
- Natural Bamboo Toothbrush ($8) is designed with a compostable handle and soft, nylon bristles that clean the teeth without irritating gums.
This is only the beginning for Community Goods, which aims to become carbon negative in the future and earn B-Corp certification — among other noteworthy milestones. While sustainability is a big topic of conversation these days, Community Goods is actually doing to work to ensure a brighter, cleaner future for all.
Discover Community Good’s full line of personal care products at communitygoods.co.