- Makeup remover wipes might seem like the quick and easy option, however they can take up to 100 years to break down in landfill and even those that are marketed as biodegradable or compostable contain carbon pollution. Switch to reusable makeup cloths such as Press Beauty’s Swipies which effectively remove makeup, dirt and impurities with just water or can be used in combination with your cleanser.
- The amount of unrecyclable plastic containers churned out by the cosmetic industry that ends up in landfill each year is staggering, and it’s believed each little jar can take up to 1,000 years to break down. To tackle this problem an increasing number of brands are implementing a circular packaging program, such as RAWKANVAS who incentivise consumers to return their empty glass bottles and jars for upcycling by offering a discount on their next order.
- Save packaging as well as money, time and shelf space by seeking out multipurpose products that work hard for you. Bae Skin Co’s Glow Mask can be used as a mask, cleanser or spot treatment and addresses multiple skin concerns while Supple Skin Co has condensed an entire skin regimen into its cult Dew Drops so you don’t need 6+ products to achieve glowing skin.
- A refillable deodorant is another way to reduce the amount of packaging your beauty routine uses. Try ASUVI‘s, which are also organic, vegan, palm-oil and aluminium free. Once your tube runs out, simply hold onto it and purchase one of their biodegradable refills
- The only thing better than recyclable packaging is no packaging at all. Go for packaging-free, solid products wherever you can, like NueBar‘s range of shampoos, conditioners, face washes, body washes and exfoliators. They tick a lot of other feel-good boxes too – certified organic, vegan, sustainable and fair-trade ingredients.
- Whilst experts are unanimous that daily sunscreen use is non-negotiable and the number one anti-ageing product, those that contain oxybenzone and octinoxate are causing irreparable damage to our coral reefs. Choose a mineral sunscreen such as the Tribe Skincare Protect Me! Day Moisturiser with SPF 30+ which is all-natural, vegan and reef-friendly.
