While they may be little, babies sure do require a lot of stuff! However here are some ideas to help you buy less, including eco friendly products that can be used and enjoyed by the whole family, not just baby. While you may spend a little more upfront in some cases (e.g. investing in modern...
By Biome founder, Tracey Bailey, for International Womens Day 2021 #choosetochallenge I am fascinated by this topic of how the empowerment of women and girls, and gender equality, is critical to defending our planet from the threats of climate change and other environmental catastrophes. We know that women are playing an increasing role in...
We love the cheery Pixie Nut & Co. earrings and accessories! Working from home in an off-grid community in Northern NSW surrounded by subtropical rainforests, Pixie Nut & Co.’s Philippa creates beautiful and unique Australian-inspired accessories that are sure to make a statement. All jewellery charms are printed on 3mm FSC Certified Birch Plywood and...
Jo here, founder of Viva La Body. I was born and raised in Queensland and in 1992 moved to Darwin to go to Uni. I fell in love with Darwin and a certain human called Micko (he was raised in Melbourne) and never left!! Viva started back in 1999 on the kitchen bench in...
Banksia Gifts Australia has been operating since 1985, supplying the world with beautiful products crafted from the Australian native, Banksia Grandis seed pod. At the early age of 15 years old, Anthony Hansen first began experimenting with Australian native timber and is now one of Australia’s leading and award-winning craftsmen. Formally working with metal,...
For healthier, smoother, brighter, more glowy skin, Vitamin C is one of the best ingredients to add to your skin care routine. Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant, and works to protect skin from UV damage and pollution, reduce skin inflammation, clear irregular pigmentation and promote healthy collagen production. The easiest way to incorporate...
Here are some great ways to lift the spirits of those around you, whether that be a friend, a partner, a family member or someone you don’t even know! And, like everything at Biome, these ideas are not only kind to others, they are kind to the planet too. Take a walk in nature...
If your skin gets itchy after shaving, it could be a sign of razor burn or folliculitis. Read on as we share some easy ways to help you avoid it. What is razor burn and folliculitis? Razor burn develops immediately after shaving and generally occurs when people dry shave, use an old, blunt blade,...
Western Australia is home to a vibrant range of small, planet friendly businesses, and we are thrilled to be able to bring you so many toxin free, palm oil free, and low waste alternatives produced in this this wonderful state. Due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, and the recent lockdown in parts of the...
It is inspiring to see so many in our community take steps to remove toxic chemical-laden, synthetic fragranced household cleaners, and replacing them with cleaners that are kinder to people and the environment. We are also excited to be able to bring you more and more cleaning products that are completely plastic free! Check...
We all know that the sneaker trend has only gained more and more popularity over the past few years, and for good reason; it is now perfectly acceptable- applauded even to wear your sneakers at work, out running errands and even while you are sipping on a glass of organic wine at your favourite...
This weekend it is especially important to show what matters to you by choosing high quality, locally made, zero waste and palm oil free. If you do choose to take advantage of the huge number of sales happening over the Black Friday – Cyber Monday shopping weekend, make it a GREEN choice! Read on...
Our aim at Biome is to provide a marketplace for the dreams of small planet-friendly, ethical businesses. South Australia is a hub of vibrant regional businesses producing toxin free, palm oil free, and low waste alternatives. The state also has great environmental achievements to be proud of – learn more about them at the...
Doing an inventory of your pantry might uncover some foods that have gone the distance… Rice noodles from Thailand (7,389 km), tinned chickpeas from Italy (16,094 km), lemons from the USA (13,594 km), frozen spinach from New Zealand (2,491 km)… And while they may be cheap and convenient, the costs of other impacts add...
Here at Biome we have a beautiful range of books for kids that offer meaningful messages about nature, recycling, environmental activism, and more. As with all of the books in our collection, we focus on uplifting reads that inspire kids to live with compassion for all who share our planet, curiosity, mindfulness, resourcefulness, and...
