So why does sustainability in a skincare routine matter? Do you ever look in the bathroom bin at the end of even just a week and it’s piled high with cotton pads, makeup wipes, sometimes multiple for the same morning because cotton pads are flimsy and soak through before you finish using them? Little swaps that start at tossing the cotton pads and picking up reusable skincare pads instead can make a big difference over time, especially with how popular sustainable skincare is becoming.
We’ll discuss today how to make a few small swaps that can help your skin (and the planet!), and how to create your eco-friendly skincare routine around it.
Sustainable Cleansing
Cleansing is a great place to start in the skincare routine, as it’s a big part of removing makeup, opening up your pores and removing dirt from the day. A trade here could be checking for a cleanser with natural ingredients to avoid microplastics, or water pollution.
You could also swap out makeup wipes or cotton pads here with reusable skincare pads like these.
Single-use wipes and cotton pads contribute to landfill waste, think how many you use over time and times that by even just the number of skincare routines happening on your street, so this small change will have an impact the more people decide to go reusable!
Another option if you aren’t keen on small reusable pads are face cloths, washable and reusable too, the bigger surface area may help remove makeup across multiple days, and it may be easier to simply hand wash after use and leave to dry until you need it next.
Hydrate with eco-conscious brands and products
You can look for brands that use more sustainable options for their packaging, such as glass, refillable bottles if you are lucky enough to have a refill store nearby. Brands that support sustainability will often advertise the fact, so look out for brands that promote ethical sourcing policies, cruelty-free testing and recyclable packaging.
Storage and Travel
Even storing and traveling can be a small point to improve, as some people opt for plastic toiletry bags for simplicity. A fabric toiletry bag is ideal for reusability, especially look out for waterproof linings if you are storing bottles that you are afraid of leaking during travel! Here’s a waterproof-lined toiletry bag with a lovely otter pattern from our latest collection.
Have some fun with DIY
Masks and toners can be made from scratch at home using natural ingredients, so this may be a fun project to try out even for a girls night.
Sustainability in skincare doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive, just small mindful choices can benefit both your skin and the planet in the long term. Start with one small swap today and feel good about starting your sustainable skincare journey.
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