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How do I find local stores for basics? (midwest.social)

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I want to shop local, but when I google locally owned stores they're all boutique-type stuff or restaurants. How do I find deodorant and a bag of sugar?

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[–] [email protected] 1 points 12 hours ago

Check out refilleries in your area if you have them. You'll pay a bit of a premium, but they are usually high quality, local goods and low/no plastic. Usually stuff like soaps, personal care, that sort of thing. They are a godsend if you or someone you know is allergic to fragrance(s) too, as they have a variety of unscented soaps, dishwasher detergent, etc.

And, you get to bring your own bottles to refill, which is kinda nice if you like to buy in bulk.

Sugar is gonna be hard to find, since it has to be imported, unless you have sugarbeet farms in your area.