Halloween is one of the most fun times of the year! However, it's also a time when responsible consumption is rarely in the spotlight. Costumes, decorations, candy... there are ways to enjoy a Halloween that's just as fun, but more eco-friendly. Discover our 4 secrets for an eco-friendly Halloween!
1. Focus on responsible decoration
Opt for reusable decorations, made from recycled or even edible materials! Here are some ideas for original and responsible decorations:
- Turn a cauliflower into a brain.
- Use fennel to mimic a heart.
- For a gory effect, use canned tomatoes or grenadine.
- Collect fallen leaves to create natural confetti.
- An old white sheet can become a ghost by temporarily adding black eyes.
If you use candles, remember to ventilate the room to limit indoor pollution.
2. Minimize the impact of your disguise
Halloween costumes are often made overseas using synthetic and unsustainable materials. Here are two eco-friendly alternatives:
Rent your costume
Renting is a great way to get a quality suit without buying one. Plus, you avoid contributing to textile waste!
Create your own costume
For those who prefer a more creative and economical option, reusing items from your wardrobe is a good idea. Here are two easy examples:
- Witch/Wizard: Black clothes, a broomstick and a cardboard cone for a hat.
- Day of the Dead Skeleton: makeup, colorful outfit and a dried flower.
Eco-friendly makeup
Opt for natural and organic makeup, like Namaki's. You can also choose biodegradable glitter like those offered by Sisi La Paillette.
3. Don't waste anything
Pumpkin is delicious and full of benefits! After carving your squash, here are some ideas for using its flesh:
- Pumpkin Pie Halloween, from La Petite Okara
- Vegan Mushroom and Pumpkin Cupcakes, by Marie Sweet and Sour
- Butternut Squash and Red Lentil Soup with Coconut Milk, by Marie Sweet and Sour
- Stuffed Pumpkins with Wild Rice and Mushrooms, by Marie Sweet and Sour
Pumpkin seeds can be toasted for an appetizer with olive oil, salt, and a spice of your choice. Finally, if you don't eat your pumpkin, consider composting it!
4. Lead by example
If children come knocking at your door, why not offer them alternatives to commercial sweets? Small biscuits or disguised fruit will be just as enjoyable, without taking up a whole day of preparation.
We wish you a happy Halloween, filled with games and good surprises!
