You’ve seen them all over social media—products labeled “eco-friendly,” “sustainable,” or “planet-safe,” wrapped in earthy tones and feel-good marketing. You buy them with pride, convinced you’re saving the world one purchase at a time. But here’s the twist: some of those so-called green products are about as helpful to the environment as a gas-powered leaf blower in a rainforest.
The truth is, not every “eco” label tells the whole story. In fact, some are downright deceptive, cashing in on your good intentions while quietly leaving a carbon footprint large enough to stomp through your recycling bin.
