The human population is consuming more than it ever used to, and at a quicker pace than the planet’s resources can regenerate. At such a rate, we will need 1.7 Earths to maintain our levels of consumption. This makes it absolutely clear that if we want to keep living on this planet, our habits need to change.
Therefore, Gen Z is taking matters into their own hands with the ‘underconsumption core’ trend on TikTok. Tired of influencers proudly displaying hundreds of skin care products and clothing pieces, they are showing their own well-used products and modest wardrobes. It’s their way of saying that we need to consume less. Otherwise, soon we won’t have a planet to live on.
Scroll down to find ways to cut costs and help the Earth, and be sure to check out a conversation with crochet designer, upcycler, thrifter, and founder of Studio Lieselottie Sophie Klein from Budapest and TikToker Lisa, who embraced minimalism and participated in this trend. Some of their ‘underconsumption’ examples can be found below, too!
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