Majestic, awe-inspiring, and stretching as far as the eye can see, the ocean feels like a force of nature untouchable by anything. It’s our life source, producing over half the planet’s oxygen, sheltering an incredible diversity of creatures, playing a crucial role in moderating our climate, and feeding over a billion people with its bounty. Furthermore, it’s the backbone of countless economies, employing millions worldwide.

But beneath the glistening surface and crashing waves lies a world teeming with life, as fragile and interconnected as any ecosystem on Earth.  Despite its vastness, the ocean is a delicate ecosystem that needs our protection.

Here at Human Nature, we see the ocean as a breathtaking gift from God. As stewards entrusted with this wonder, we feel a deep responsibility to care for it. So for World Oceans Day, we’re diving deep into our sustainability efforts and showing how YOU too can make a splash with everyday habits! 

Here’s how we can ride the wave of change together:

  1. Glow up Guilt-Free With Plastic Bottle-Free Essentials

Bid plastic bottles goodbye! Switch up your daily routines with shampoo bars, face bars, cleansing bars, and even powder detergents and dishwashing powder. They’re effective, leave no plastic waste, and are safe for washing down the drain. A win-win for you and the environment!

  1. Reuse & Reduce

Larger sizes often use less plastic per milliliter.  To minimize plastic waste, choose bigger options whenever possible and opt for refills. You can stock up on your Human Nature staples at our refilling stations in Commonwealth, SM North Edsa, SM Megamall, Festival Mall, TriNoma, Ayala Malls Feliz, and Market! Market!

  1. Participate in Our Balik Bote Program

Walking the walk is just as important as talking the talk. Here at Human Nature, we’re committed to tackling plastic waste at its source. That’s why we launched an internal campaign specifically aimed at plastic bottle recovery. 

Through engaging initiatives like employee challenges and convenient collection points, we encourage our team to become heroes for the planet.

Here’s how you can join the movement!

  1. Gather up. Collect any clean, dry, and empty plastic waste you have at home. Don’t worry about the brand – we accept it all!
  2. Head over to any Human Nature branch listed below. We’ll continuously update the list as Balik Bote bins roll out to even more branches.
  1. Drop it off. It’s that easy! You’re helping keep plastic out of landfills and oceans.
Balik Bote Bin at the Human Nature Flagship Store
Good news! We’ve saved 47 tonnes of plastic waste from landfills, beaches, and the ocean equivalent to 1,655,201 200 ml plastic bottles or 3,570,771 50 ml plastic bottles.
Last Updated: May 31, 2024

Together, let’s turn the tide on plastic pollution! Every single plastic bottle, bag, or container you donate makes a difference. This World Oceans Day (and every day), be a hero for our incredible oceans and join Balik Bote!

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