9 Makers tackling micro plastics — one room at a time

Micro plastics are everywhere — in the water, the food supply, and increasingly, in the conversation. 

Small Makers have been quietly solving this problem for years, and we've been finding them. Here's what our team is actually using.

Most cutting boards shed micro plastics every time a blade scores the surface — even wood ones. Tibo's titanium board never sheds particles, never warps, and doesn't harbor bacteria.

Heating food in plastic is one of the easiest ways micro plastics end up in your meals. This stainless steel set is actually microwave-safe — no plastic touching your food, ever.

Plastic wrap is designed to touch your food — and shed into it. Meli Wraps replaces it with reusable beeswax wraps that seal naturally with the warmth of your hands, and come in a variety of sizes.

Most air fryers cook your food inside plastic or coated baskets. Fritaire replaced them with a borosilicate glass bowl — no coatings, no plastic, no guessing.

Every wash cycle releases thousands of synthetic microfibers straight into waterways. PlanetCare's filter catches up to 98% of them — automatically, with zero extra effort.

Dryer sheets are made with synthetic materials that break down onto your clothes and skin over time. These handcrafted wool balls are a natural swap that also cuts drying time.

Plastic loofahs and synthetic sponges shed micro plastics every time you use them — directly onto your skin. The Scrubber Pack replaces them with biodegradable, dual-sided natural scrubbers for face, body, and beyond.

Even with the best swaps, micro plastics are hard to avoid entirely. Sifts is a daily fiber supplement designed to support your body's natural digestion and help reduce exposure from the inside out.

Plastic shampoo bottles are single-use by design. These argan oil bars eliminate the bottle entirely — same great results, zero plastic.