Eco Swap: Bathroom Edition By The Plantish Team July 23, 2021
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Welcome to the second instalment of Eco Swaps... Bathroom Edition! Bathrooms are the second most wasteful room after the kitchen. Bathroom products were designed for convenience and easy disposal ergo plastic packaging. Many people are convinced that we need these products to stay happy and beautiful with ourselves.
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However, that's not the case. There are eco friendly, reusable or compostable alternatives to your everyday bathroom essentials that can be replaced to protect the environment and planet.
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Summary
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Here are 15 simple swaps for a zero waste bathroom:
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Hair Care Liquid Shampoo & Conditioner Bottles vs. Shampoo & Conditioner Bars
gently removes dirt and oil
allows for a more resilient, visibly smooth and tangle-free hair
lasts up to 50-70 washes, depending on hair density and volume
contains lavender essential oil, shea butter, hydrolyzed oats to effectively calm, soothe, and hydrate the scalp and split ends
Learn more about Plantish's Shampoo and Conditioner Bar Sets
Plastic Hairbrush vs. Bamboo Hairbrush
made with a sustainably sourced & highly renewable bamboo handle
rounded bristle heads will spark increased levels of blood flow, aiding in hair growth
bamboo material has antibacterial qualities so hair can stay healthy
bristles relieves stress by mocking a scalp massage
Oral Care Disposable Toothbrushes vs. Bamboo Toothbrushes
made out of bamboo
99% biodegradable with recyclable bristles
soft bristles so they can fully get in between the teeth and leave a nice polish
Nylon Dental Floss vs. Silk Dental Floss
all natural, eco friendly bamboo floss
compostable with a reusable, refillable glass container
chemical free, leaving your teeth squeaky clean after use
Face & Body Care Liquid Soap vs. Bar Soap
creates smooth and silky foam that gently moisturizes and gradually strengthens skin
PH optimized, making it easy on the face without stripping natural oils in the skin's natural barrier
made of 4 ingredients only: shea butter, olive oil, water, lye (no additives, preservatives)
Disposable Razors vs. Double Edge Safety Razor
offers a superior, ultra-gentle shave, removing all hairs without a single irritation
reduces razor burns, pesky ingrown hairs and shaving rashes
head of blade is bent so it maximizes the efficiency of the shave and minimizes the number of cuts
cost effective and rust free
environmentally friendly with zero plastic and zero waste
travel friendly
Learn more about Plantish's Double Edge Safety Razor
Disposable Cotton Pads vs. Reusable Cotton Rounds
perfect and ideal for makeup removal and/or applying toner
soak up cleansing water or oil for effective and friction-less eye and lip makeup removal
doesn't shrink and stays soft
can moisten and pop them in the freezer to use for puffy eyes
made out of bamboo
Deodorant Stick vs. Deodorant Bars
safe to use everywhere on your body where sweat and/or odour resides
non-irritating, containing no baking soda, toxic aluminum, artificial scent, parabens, phthalates or beeswax
contains shea butter for a smooth and easy glide onto skin that strengths the skin's natural barrier
Plastic Shower Puffs vs. Loofah Shower Pads
natural loofah to create gentle friction, perfect for shedding dead skin cells and increasing localized blood flow and circulation
ideal for exfoliating needs
can mitigate any smell by boiling it in clean water
Plastic Body Scrubber vs. Dry Body Brush
great for dry skin brushing which can relieve itches, exfoliate dead skin, stimulate circulation and lymphatic drainage
results include smoother skin, rejuvenated and reduce appearance of cellulite
vegan bristles are firmer than animal hair which means more dead skin will brush off
made of natural agave sisal bristles and beechwood handle
can be used with or without clothing on, depending on skin type
Toiletries Regular Q-Tips vs. Bamboo Q-Tips
convenient to clean your ears, correct makeup or for anything else you would ever use conventional cotton swabs for
reusable, sustainable and sanitary alternative to cotton swabs and Q-tips
Disposal Menstrual Pads vs. Menstrual Cups
designed to be flexible, thin and comfortable
reusable and convenient
cost effective; saving you up to 10 years worth of other disposal menstrual products
made from the top tier Medical-Grade Silicones
Regular Toilet Paper vs. Bamboo Toilet Paper
made out of eco-friendly and sustainable materials
bamboo breaks down faster than traditional toilet paper
resilient and more flexible than wood, concrete and even steel
developed with 3-layer thickness
durable, tough to break and absorbent
Plastic Toilet Brush vs. Bamboo Toilet Brush
100% all natural brush made from tough sisal plant fixed securely to a beech wood handle
biodegradable and can easily be recycled
Paper Towels vs. Swedish Sponge Cloths
replaces the use of up to 17 rolls of paper towels and can be composted easily
super absorbent and 100% compostable
quick drying feature: no more dishcloth smell
durable and long lasting: typically lasts for 2-3 months but can last up to 6-12 months or 200 wash cycles
Easy and simple! I hope you enjoyed this list and found even more ways to be eco-friendly and kinder to the planet and environment.
Missed the first series? No need to worry! You can find it here: Eco Swap: Kitchen Edition
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