green makeup

Eight scintillating strands of meadow green beads combine with black for a dramatic necklace. Ila Suleyman selects seed beads of recycled glass and disks of recycled plastic to make a statement for the environment. He names his design Mpusia, which means "Thank You" in the language of Northern Ghana.

Claudia Hernandez from Guatemala gives new life to discarded plastic to make hand-woven products like this cute teal coin purse, a multi-purpose and practical bag with 100% cotton lining and a plastic zipper closure. "I love this little bright bag, it is great for storing makeup and small documents but it also serves as a travel bag," Claudia says.

A colorful palette brings this cute accessory to life, all crafted by Ghanaian artisan Salome Korkor Kpokli. Determined to help the environment through chic creations, Salome makes this stretched bracelet with recycled plastic and sese wood beads embellished with vibrant hues for a cheerful style.

Claudia Hernandez from Guatemala gives new life to discarded plastic to make hand-woven products like this adorable and practical white and teal coin purse, which comes with a plastic zipper closure and a cotton lining.

Transforming yesterday's forgotten CDs into tomorrow's statement pieces, these stunning dangle earrings showcase the innovative artistry of Guatemalan maker Rosario Leiva. Each pair is born from fire and imagination: Rosario melts recycled disc fragments in custom molds, then applies vibrant acrylic droplets by hand before fusing everything together with a blow torch. The result is translucent turquoise beauty captured in elongated triangular forms, where organic air bubbles dance beneath the surface like tiny galaxies frozen in resin. Suspended from sterling silver hooks, these eco-friendly earrings prove that sustainable style can look absolutely magnificent. No two pairs are identical, making your set as unique as the creative spirit that brought it to life.