Heat and humidity can cause toxins to leach from shower curtains and other plastic bathroom accessories. Here are your plastic-free bathroom alternatives.
Easier on the planet, and on your budget.
Hello again! Once upon a time, while sitting on the toilet, I counted twenty-four plastic bottles in the shower that I share with four other girls. Now couple that lil observation with the fact tha…
Plastic shampoo bottles, plastic razors, plastic toothbrushes, plastic, plastic, plastic. As I was started on my journey I realized how much waste was created in the bathroom. It can be a little overwhelming to figure out where to get started, but I realized there were some easy swaps that could be done. 1. Shampoo and Conditioner Bars I'll admit, I never thought twice about throwing my empty shampoo and conditioner bottles in the trash. Most of them are recyclable, but who has a separate recycling can in their bathroom? Not me, so into the trash they went. Now that I've been using shampoo bar for months, I'm really surprised how easy the transition has been. I can't even call it more work, it's just a slightly different routine and you have eliminated a source of plastic from your life. Read my review and tips for using a shampoo bar here. I highly recommend you check it out. And commit to using it for a while, a whole month or even the while bar. I've heard different brands can have different experiences (especially if homemade), but I've been happy with J.R. Liggett's. I also have been trying out a conditioner bar and that seems to be working well too (review here). Update: I also recently found out about Plaine Products. They have shampoo, conditioner and body wash in aluminum containers. Their products are organic, vegan and sulfate free, so good products, but their packaging is awesome. They try to avoid plastic at every step. You can even order the containers with or without a pump! Their goal is to refill the containers which saves a ton of resources. If the container is too damaged then they recycle it back into more containers! They also pay for the return shipping! You really should check them out. Read my review of their conditioner here. Plus for a limited time they are offering my readers a 15% discount when you use the coupon code: skipthebag. 2. Safety Razor This is another switch I wish I'd made earlier. Hubby has used a safety razor for years, but I always just used disposables. I would use them forever, far longer than I probably should, but at the end of the day it was still plastic trash. Don't know much about safety razors? Check out my post All About Safety Razors. I'll admit I was really nervous about using a safety razor. I thought I would have to find a different way to hold the blade and move it up and down my leg. I watched several videos about shaving legs and armpits with a safety razor. And my actual experience? So easy! I haven't had to change my shaving process. I'm maybe a little more careful around the knees, but really it's been no different. In full disclosure I did get a small cut the front of my shin once. I have no idea how it happened or what caused it, but it was very small and healed quickly. Read my tips for how to use a safety razor and not get cut! Hubby has always used a Merkur classic safety razor. I used it once when I was trying to decide what I want and realized immediately that I wanted a longer handle so I got a Merkur Long Handled Razor. Update: I've found a razor I like even better! Read my review here. We use the Astra brand razor blades and have been really happy. 3. Bar soap For years I have been firmly in the body wash and poof loofah camp. Well once this last bottle of body wash runs out I'm going to be rejoining the bar soap and washcloth camp. Some soaps have left my skin feeling dry afterward, so there may be some experimenting to find one that works. However if I'm remembering correctly I've not had that experience when using Dove soap. Want to Remember these tips? Pin for later! 4. Cardboard Applicators for Tampons I was never exclusively using tampons with plastic applicators, but I also wasn't avoiding them. I typically would buy whatever was on sale. However like many other single use products once I started analyzing my waste it seemed like a no brainer to switch to cardboard applicators. Yes there are other options (no applicator or menstrual cup), but these are SIMPLE swaps. Those will be featured in part two more advanced swaps. 5. Bamboo Toothbrush This is another swap I made in the beginning of my zero waste/plastic free journey and question why I didn't do it earlier. It's a toothbrush...just not a plastic one. Yes, the bristles are still plastic (nylon), but it's a whole lot better than the alternative of an entire plastic toothbrush. I have not found a commercially available toothbrush with natural bristles. If you find one please let me know. I'll try it for you, and the environment, but honestly the thought if putting boar hair in my mouth gives me pause (Although I love it for my hair brush!). I discovered I push too hard while brushing my teeth, but since lightening up on that these Earth's Daughter's toothbrushes work perfectly well. So there you go, 5 simple swaps you could make today to help reduce your plastic use and waste in the bathroom. Want more of a challenge? Try the 5 Advanced Plastic Free Swaps For The Bathroom. Subscribe to SkipTheBag's newsletter: * indicates required Email Address * First Name Last Name *This post contains affiliate links. See disclosures.
Don't we all just love soaking up the sun to the relaxing sounds of crashing waves on the beach, we don't want to think about how the oceans and lakes have basically become a garbage soup, and most of it is plastic! Plastic waste.
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Renovating a bathroom is no small feat.
This extensive guide will help you reduce your waste & join the Plastic Free July challenge like a pro! Free Bonus eBook to start your Zero Waste journey!
With some simple sustainable swaps, you can cut down on plastic waste in the bathroom and reduce the amount of plastic polluting our environment.
Plastikmüll im Bad - er kann mit ein paar Tricks leicht reduziert werden. Und das macht nicht einmal viel Arbeit. Schritt für Schritt zum plastikfreien Bad.
Ook de badkamer vergroenen is niet moeilijk met deze fijne zero plastic beauty producten. In deze blogpost laat ik je mijn persoonlijke favorieten zien!
Entdecke Wild, ein natürliches Deo ohne Einwegplastik, das gut für deine Haut und die Umwelt ist. 5 tolle Düfte. Ohne Aluminiumsalze, Parabene und Sulfate. 100% vegan. Frei von Tierversuchen.
Say goodbye to single-use plastics. Papr deodorant is packaged in FSC-certified paper from responsibly sourced forests. Formulated and handcrafted in L.A. by a solar-powered and certified Carbon Neutral company. Made with all-natural and safe ingredients Doesn't leave stains Size: 75 grams/ 2.65 oz WHY WE LOVE PAPR DEODORANT: A natural deodorant that works! Biodegradable, plastic-free, and recyclable container Aluminum-free, paraben-free, and silicone-free Vegan and Cruelty-free INGREDIENTS: Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Sodium Bicarbonate (Baking Soda), Tapioca Starch, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Stearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Silica, Jojoba Esters, ^ Citrus Grandis (Pomelo Grapefruit) Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Tocopherol, Bassia Latifolia Seed (Mowrah) Butter, Ascorbyl Palmitate (Vitamin C Palmitate) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ty9toO1dkUo
SpecificatiesMerknaam: Noenname_nullOorsprong: Vasteland van ChinaKeuze: Jasemi_choice: JaFuncties:Gloednieuwe en hoge kwaliteitLuchtverfrisser: klein en delicaat van uiterlijk, het kan in elke hoek van het huis worden geplaatst, waardoor een langdurige geur in de kamer wordt gebracht.Eenvoudig te gebruiken: het heeft twee LED-indicatoren, het heeft drie verschillende tijdmodus optioneel (5, 15, 30 minuten) en een handmatige knop.Eenvoudige installatie: uniek muurontwerp, kan gemakkelijk aan de muur worden opgehangen en op het bureau worden geplaatst, u kunt in minuten zonder gereedschap installeren.Kwaliteitsmateriaal: gemaakt van plastic materiaal van fijne kwaliteit, dat lichtgewicht en duurzaam is om te gebruiken.Veel gebruikt: geschikt voor badkamer, openbaar toilet, hotel, restauranthuis, kantoor en meerSpecificaties:Capaciteit: 350 mlVoeding: 2XAA -batterijen (niet inbegrepen)Materiaal: plasticGrootte: ongeveer.90x90x212mm/3.54x3.54x8.35inOptionele kleur: zwart, witHoeveelheid: 1 pcPakket bestaat uit:1 x luchtverfrisserOpmerking:Houd de fout van 0-1 cm toe als gevolg van handmatige meting. Zorg ervoor dat u het niet erg vindt voordat u biedt.Vanwege het verschil tussen verschillende monitoren weerspiegelt de afbeelding mogelijk niet de werkelijke kleur van het item.
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Our lives revolve around convenience and cheap products wrapped in plastic, but at what cost? In this article series, I’ll aim to show that if each of us make small changes in our everyday life, we can make a huge impact on our waste production.
After trying more than 40 different menstrual cups and discs, we’ve found the best options for different bodies and preferences.
These eco-friendly, plastic-free shampoo bars tackle problems from waxy residue to dry scalp, and they’re all perfect at home or for travel.
Zero waste toothpaste works very well. It's as good as regular toothpaste, but much nicer to the environment. These brands are your best options.
You would be shocked to learn how many toxic ingredients and harsh chemicals are in the personal care products that we use. On a regular basis, we are exposed to hundreds of these toxins through consumption, absorption, and inhalation. Our skin is the largest organ in our body. What we put on our skin eventually
Plastic free zero waste beauty and bathroom ideas - my top tips for cutting down on waste when it comes to the bathroom cabinet
Replacement head to the Long Handle Dish Brush. Demote your old dish brush head to bathroom or outdoor garden cleaning before composting. ~ Materials: Wood + Plant Fiber. Disposal: Compost. ~ Ships plastic-free from Philadelphia, PA
These zero-waste bathroom swaps will not only help you achieve less waste but will also save you a ton of money in the long run. That's because many of these simple swaps are reusable and therefore you never need to buy them again.
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If you want to make the journey to a more environmentally conscious life, then these eco-friendly bathroom ideas are for you.
These zero-waste bathroom swaps will not only help you achieve less waste but will also save you a ton of money in the long run. That's because many of these simple swaps are reusable and therefore you never need to buy them again.
Bambus-Startup Pandoo ruft mit seiner Kampagne #keeptheseaplasticfree zu mehr Nachhaltigkeit und Plastikfreiheit im Alltag und Bad auf - ganz ohne Verzicht.
I’m all for cleaning small cuts and grazes with mild soap and water and leaving them to heal uncovered, but sometimes further protection helps the healing process. Here are some alternatives to pla…
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Solid shampoo bars are a great zero waste alternative to regular shampoo. Here's an epic list of the best zero waste shampoo bar options!
If you want to make the journey to a more environmentally conscious life, then these eco-friendly bathroom ideas are for you.
