Since the start of this year, we've had a few strong reminders about the powerful forces of nature. The images of destruction left behind by earthquakes were as tragic as they are scary. For me personally, it's a reminder that we cannot for one moment take the earth for granted. Our planet is alive. Our planet is powerful. Our planet is everything we depend on. Our planet is also limited.
So this year, in conjunction with Earth Day, we wanted to do something that will make a difference. Even if it's just a small difference. And we can with your participation.
We want to encourage YOU to Reuse, Reduce and Recycle. There are 3 parts to this:
1. Reuse : PRELOVED CHILDREN'S BOOKS & CLOTHES.
If you have children, chances are you would have some clothes and books your child is no longer making use of.
Why not donate them and someone else in need will reuse them?
Bring any children/baby's clothes & books that are in usable condition to us. We will help you sort it out and pass it to people who need them and will reuse them.
2. Reduce : SHOPPING BAGS.
When you are shopping, we would like you to think twice before taking a bag. While we don't use plastic bags at our outlets (we use paper bags if you need one), but every paper bag still require energy & resources to manufacture.
Why not bring your own reusable shopping bag?
For your convenience, we do provide paper bags when you shop with us but we'd much prefer not to. So say "no thanks to a paper bag" the next time you shop with us (and anywhere else really!)
3. Recycle : PLASTICS.
On average, we use at least 5-6 personal care products every day, if not more. Think about it - shampoo, face wash, face moisturiser, body wash, lotions, etc. What do you usually do when you are done with the products and its packaging? Throwing them in the bin means they end up in a landfill. Unfortunately, most plastics cannot biodegrade without specific recycling processes. Even with the best of intention, many plastics are actually not recycleable (unfortunately).
Why not try and recycle what you can?
Not sure what you can or cannot recycle? Bring them to us and we will help you sort it out plus send them to a recycling facility. ps: do us a favor and kindly rinse the bottles first
So where can you do all this? We will be trying to raise awareness at a few locations. You can visit us at any of these locations:
- 20-24 April 2011 : Earth Day Carnival @ Sunway Giza, Kota Damansara, look for us at the Bodybar booth
- 29 April - 01 May 2011 : Twelve Bungalow, 12 Jalan Ampang Hilir *our new outlet in KL!*
- Or you could drop by any Bodybar outlets throughout the month of April
Just as a token for your effort, we are giving away RM5.00 vouchers per participation. You can spend it on our very green, very eco-friendly and good enough to eat skincare products ;)
(A little bit of trivia for you, almost all organic certification for skincare will mandate that packaging materials must be eco-friendly. Yet another great reason to choose organic skincare!)
I hope you will support our initiative + participate + visit + help us spread the word!
While we may not be able to change the world with this one initiative..... but..... a little effort from a lot of people makes a big difference !!
XOXO,
Michelle
For more information, go to www.bodybarskincare.com/earthday2011
