It's no secret that you can look after yourself AND do your best to look after the environment too. Although it can sometimes feel a little scary changing from a product that you've used for years to something new, here at The Lifestyle Guide we'd like you just to consider a switch, a switch that could help not only your skin but also the planet.
Here are a few of our favourite beauty brands and products that promote sustainability, eco-friendly, zero waste, cruelty-free ingredients, reusable and recyclable.
If every single person makes a small change, big things can happen.. So are you ready? Lets go!
Make Up Removers
We all have our own face cleansing rituals throughout the day (and night) to make us feel refreshed and super clean, to wake yourself up, after a workout, after a day at work with a face full of make-up.
Switch: To Face Halo
Ditch: The facewipes and single use cotton pads
What is it?
The new cult beauty makeup remover that professional makeup artists, celebrities and people worldwide can’t live without. Using only water, Face Halo traps and removes makeup for a deep clean and gentle exfoliation. No need to rub or scrub - simply wet your Face Halo and gently wipe off your makeup. For heavier eye makeup, rehydrate your Face Halo (with water) and hold it on the eyes or eyelashes for an extra 5-10 seconds.
How is it sustainable?
Face Halo’s award-winning makeup remover is dual-sided and reusable, replacing up to 500 traditional makeup wipes – Quick, Easy, Clean. THEN, when its feeling a little shabby - wash it and send it back, Face Halo will take care of the recycling for you!
Anything Else?
Yes, the best deal? Usually £18 for 3, Boots currently have an amazing deal £7 per pad or 3 pads for £14.
Did you know the average person usually would use a make up wipe up to 720 times a year.. that's a big NO from us. So we're giving you another product that we love because it's Beautifully British. Made in the UK!
Ditch: The facewipes and single use cotton pads
What is it?
Eco-friendly cleansing pads - ideal for removing make up or applying toner. Each pad contains naturally antibacterial bamboo, which feels silky soft on your skin. Using your favourite make up removing brand or just water.
How is it sustainable?
The reusable make up pads are made from organic cotton and bamboo, and each pad is approximately 3 inches (7.5cm) across. The rounds can be washed and reused making them much more gentle on the planet, too. If you ever feel like your pads have come to the end of their life, you can simply cut them up (carefully please!) and add to your compost bin.
Anything else?
Yes, The best deal is from Wearth London who have a fantastic range of planet friendly products including the Tabitha Eve Makeup rounds. Just over £1.00 per pad delivered! (10 per pack).
A few other items we love; Zero Waste Make up & Beauty Range including the bamboo cotton buds. Deliveries are all carbon neutral
Shaving!
Now, these are BIG stats!
260 million tons of plastic that the world produces each year, around 10 percent ends up in the ocean? Over a million sea animals lose their lives each year due to the plastic content in the sea. That's why FFS are making a stand and saying NO to single use plastic disposable razors forever with their blade recycling scheme!
Switch to: FFS
Ditch: Plastic razors
What is it?
Each cartridge has 6 sharp blades made from recyclable metal.
The razor comes in a range of colours from spring pastels to personalised rose gold. You can order a one off or a subscription box ensuring you always have a ready for your self-care days!
How is it sustainable?
Save up to 12 razor blades, send back to FFS and they’ll recycle them for you. All products are manufactured in the UK apart from the blades are from Germany and wax strips are from Spain. However, the warehouse is just 500 yards from the head office. For Footprints Sake.
Anything else?
You can purchase further products such as shaving balms, wax strips and natural deodorants! Oh AND cruelty-free too!
Your Body, Our Planet, Period.
Switch to: Grace & Green, sustainable period products
Ditch: Plastic period products
Grace & Green has created sustainable period products that are kind to our
body and our planet (they biodegrade at the same rate as an orange peel!) They also support "The Unmentionables" charity to tackle period poverty worldwide.
What is it?
Applicator tampons, dry pads and liners all simply and discreetly packaged.
How is it sustainable?
Made from 100% organic cotton, plastic-free and biodegradable, with no toxins, chemicals, dyes, synthetic fibres or fragrance. PAUSE.... Read that again! Yes, its true!
You do Bamboo?
Switch to: Bamboo products
Ditch: Plastic products
Did you know bamboo is the fastest growing plant in the world. So when using it for products such as toothbrushes and floss, its eco-friendly and sustainable. There is many companies that provide the goods, however one of our favourite Beautifully British companies is Boobalou.
What is it?
There's a whole range of really great products on this site, but we've chosen the plant based bamboo toothbrush as a taster for you.
How is it sustainable?
Products are produced from their headquarters in West Sussex.
The toothbrush handle is made from 100% organic bamboo. The soft bristles are made from a base of caster bean oil (Certified bio-based). BPA-Free, Vegan, and Verified Non-toxic - basically it screams sustainable and we love it!
Anything else?
Lots more amazing products to choose from plastic free hair ties, reusable nappies, dish scrubs and brushes! Take a look! Remember, even a small switch makes a positive impact on the planet
Decided to make a switch yet? Don’t worry, we’ve got some more for you...
Soaps, Face Oils and Cleansers
Switch to: Soap Daze, Wholesome, boutique quality skin care products promoting zero waste
Ditch: Single use and Plastic wrapped products
What is it?
Their secret soap recipe includes all the good stuff (essential oils and botanical.) The vegan boxed soaps, cleansing grains and oils not only smell amazing but they’re always soft and moisturising for the skin. It's natural handcrafted skincare from Devon..YAY!
How is it sustainable?
All the products are made from a small workshop in Devon, they are hand made using natural ingredients and perfect for everyday use.
Anything else?
Choose one of the personalised gift boxes which are perfect for a special gift. We may even feature these in our Christmas edition (hint, hint)
WEARTH promotes all kinds of eco-friendly must haves and we really only have just dipped our toe in this topic but lets round up with on of their fantastic colabs!
Hair Care
Switch to: Hairy Jane, Refillable, Non-plastic, Sulphate-free and cruelty-free ingredients haircare
Ditch: Plastic bottles
What is it?
A unique product they promote is by Hairy Jane (she’s not actually hairy) but is known for refillable shampoo & conditioner bottles in London hairdressers.
How is it sustainable?
The shampoo is made with an aluminium bottle in the UK. It is curated with natural ingredients that ensure your hair is left feeling nourished, shiny and healthy. The bottle size is 250ml and refill pouch is 240ml - its a win win! Less waste, reuse, refill!
Anything else?
Their plant based skincare kit is perfect to treat someone to a mini spa facial at home.