How Alizée is Giving Mandarin Peels a Second Life
Grove wouldn’t be able to do all the amazing work and things we do without you — yes, you! We owe a lot to our customers and friends who have helped support us. Which is why we want to shine a light on some of our dedicated shoppers with our new Customer Spotlight series.
Our first up is Alizée Wyckmans (she/her) from New York, NY, who shared some fun facts about herself, what sustainability hacks she swears by, and which products she’s found at Grove that she can’t live without.
A little about Alizée
What’s one fun fact about you that surprises people?
I used to own a bakery.
Who (or what pets!) do you share your home with?
I'm married with a cat and a baby at home!
Sustainability and health
Was there a moment or experience that made you more mindful of health and/or sustainability?
When I moved to New York, I was amazed by how unsustainable the city was! It has changed since then.
What’s one easy sustainability habit that you swear by?
Composting and buying in bulk!
What’s the most creative way you’ve given something a second life?
I make candles with mandarin peels!
We want to celebrate you! What has been your biggest sustainability or health win so far?
Converting my husband to compost. It took years and he still hates it but he does it!
Beyond sustainability, what causes or issues do you care about most?
Food justice.
Shopping at Grove
If we peeked in your Grove cart, what would we find?
Grove Co. products! And everything else we need like vitamins, diapers, etc.
Which brand(s) at Grove do you swear by?
Mrs. Meyer’s and Grove Co.
What’s one product you never knew you needed until you tried it?
The color catching sheets and enzyme laundry products!
