How your haircare routine can help fight ocean plastic pollution June 6 to June 8, 2025.
Every year, over 8 million tons of plastic end up in our oceans. That’s a nearly unfathomable amount, but to put it in perspective, it’s like 20,000 massive airplanes full of trash crashing into the ocean each year. This obviously impacts marine wildlife, pollutes the water we all rely on, and adds to a growing, detrimental plastic waste crisis.
So this World Ocean Day (June 8), we’re taking action. And you’re invited!
From June 6–8, for every Shampoo & Conditioner Set sold, we’ll donate $1 to the Plastic Ocean Project, a nonprofit working to remove plastic from our oceans and prevent future pollution. Our goal? Raise up to $5,000 to support their cleanup efforts.
Because a cleaner routine should help lead to a cleaner planet.
Why World Ocean Day Matters
World Ocean Day is a global movement. First officially recognized by the United Nations in 2008, it’s become a worldwide call to protect and restore our blue planet. In 2025, the celebration is expected to be bigger than ever, with thousands of organizations and millions of people in 180+ countries taking part.
The theme for this year is "Catalyzing Action for Our Ocean & Climate." It’s a cry for stronger government and corporate accountability, and for individuals to take meaningful action in their everyday lives.
At The Earthling Co., that means making sustainability accessible, one bar at a time.
What Is the Plastic Ocean Project?
Plastic Ocean Project (POP) is a nonprofit organization on a mission to clean up ocean plastic and raise awareness through science, education, and outreach. Their work includes:
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Ocean and coastal cleanup initiatives
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Research and monitoring of microplastic pollution
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Education programs for students and communities
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Innovative solutions for repurposing ocean plastic waste
POP is also actively involved in marine research collaborations and policy advocacy to address plastic pollution at its source. By donating to this organization, you’re helping make a real difference, both in the water and on the ground.
How Your Purchase Helps
From June 6–8, 2025, every time you purchase a Shampoo & Conditioner Set, we’ll donate $1 to the Plastic Ocean Project. Our goal is to donate up to $5,000 to support POP’s cleanup efforts, and we can’t get there without your help. Whether you’ve been eyeing our bestselling bars or you’re ready for a refill, this is the perfect time to restock and give back.
Why Choose Bar Haircare?
Traditional shampoo and conditioner bottles are a huge contributor to plastic waste. In fact, over 552 million plastic shampoo bottles are thrown away each year in the U.S. alone, and many of them never get recycled. Our Shampoo & Conditioner Bars are:
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Plastic-free and packaged with minimal waste
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Travel-friendly and TSA-approved
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Long-lasting, replacing 2–3 bottles per bar
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Formulated with clean, nourishing ingredients that are safe for your hair and the planet
When you make the switch to bars, you’re not just upgrading your routine, you’re joining a movement to reduce plastic consumption at the source.
3 Days. 1 Mission. Cleaner Oceans.
This campaign is more than a sale, it’s a chance to raise awareness about a serious issue we’re all concerned about. It’s a change to take action and make a difference!
Here’s how to get involved:
✅ Shop our Shampoo & Conditioner Set from June 6–8
✅ Share the message on social using #CleanHairCleanerOceans
✅ Learn more about ocean plastic and the work of Plastic Ocean Project
✅ Encourage your friends to join the wave
Together, we can turn self-care into ocean care.
Let’s Make Waves With Cleaner Hair & Cleaner Oceans
Our oceans give us so much: oxygen, climate stability, biodiversity, and a sense of awe. But they need our help more than ever!
Join the global wave of action. And you're proving that small, daily choices, like the way we care for our hair, can lead to big environmental impact. From June 6–8, every Shampoo & Conditioner Set = $1 to ocean cleanup efforts!
