These simple switches can help you start an eco-friendly beauty routine!
With global warming slowly but surely changing the world, it’s more important than ever for us to try and reduce our usage of products that can harm the environment—and this extends to our beauty routines, too.
We might not realize but our beauty essentials pose a huge impact on the environment. Just think about all the shampoo, conditioner, and soap plastic bottles you go through in a month, and you’ll quickly realize how much waste is produced from our daily beauty regimens.
Thankfully, local Philippine businesses are doing their part and creating more eco-friendly options we can choose from to lessen our carbon footprint.
To help you build a more sustainable beauty routine, we rounded up 8 eco-friendly beauty alternatives you can slowly trade your essentials with on Klook’s #FilipinoFirst marketplace.
1. Bamboo Toothbrush
To Replace: Plastic Toothbrush
Replacement Product: Lakbawayan Bamboo Toothbrush by The Bamboo Company
Since you replace your plastic toothbrush every 3 months, it’s better for the environment if you switch to a compostable toothbrush. Bamboo Company’s Lakbawayan Bamboo Toothbrush is made with charcoal-infused bristles and a biodegradable bamboo handle so it won’t end up in the landfill when you dispose of it. This means you’re not just reducing plastic waste but you can also rest easy knowing your gums and teeth are squeaky clean.
2. Shampoo and Conditioner Bars
To Replace: Liquid Shampoo and Conditioner in plastic containers or sachets
Replacement Product: Shampoo and Conditioner Bar by Gaea
If you’re looking for a zero-waste alternative for bottled shampoo and conditioners, look no further than Gaea’s 2-in-1 Shampoo and Conditioner Bar.
Not only is it more compact and convenient, but it’s also made of all-natural ingredients that leave your hair feeling clean, soft, and hydrated. This product will also last you longer as one bar has the same amount of 2-3 bottles of shampoo!
3. Face and Body Soap
To Replace: Liquid Cleansers and Body Soap in plastic containers
Replacement Product: Face and Body Soap by Soak Opera
Your face and body wash could use a sustainable lift as well. Soak Opera’s Organic Face and Body Soap is a great way to moisturize and cleanse your body without subjecting it to nasty and harsh chemicals. It’s also perfect for brightening and clarifying your face without over-drying it!
4. Natural Face Masks
To Replace: Sheet Masks
Replacement Product: Face Mask by Soak Opera
Who doesn’t love a good face mask - especially one that’s made with natural, skin-loving ingredients? Soak Opera’s Face Masks come in three variants—Sunshine, Evergreen, and Blossom—to target different skin concerns. Whether you want clear skin or an instant glow, Soak Opera’s got a mask for you!
5. Reusable Cotton Pads
To Replace: Single-use Cotton Balls or Cotton Pads
Replacement Product: Reusable Cotton Pads by ActivGreen
It’s easy to overlook the amount of single-use cotton pads you go through in a day, whether it’s to remove makeup or apply your skincare. Ditching these for a Reusable Cotton Pad like ActivGreen’s won’t just help you lessen your waste, but will also save you money in the long run. They’re made from untreated cotton which means they’re super soft on your skin and won’t cause any skin irritation or breakouts.
6. Skin Relief Balm
To Replace: Insect Repellant, Ointments, Over-the-Counter Creams
Replacement Product: BooBoo Balm by Happy Camper
Avoid hoarding multiple skincare products made from harsh chemical formulas and save space in your beauty shelf with Happy Camper’s BooBoo balm. It’s an all-around skin balm infused with wonder-ingredients like jojoba oil, olive oil, and almond oil that help treat insect bites, rashes, dry patches, burns, and more.
7. Hand Soaps
To Replace: Liquid soaps in plastic bottles or containers
Replacement Product: Artisanal Hand Soaps by Orange Tree
Washing our hands is essential, not just for personal hygiene but for our health and safety. Keep it green with Orange Tree's Artisanal Handsoaps. It’s handcrafted with a gentle, yet potent, cleansing formula that’s perfect for sensitive skin. You can choose from a variety of natural soaps, created with all natural ingredients.
8. Organic Loofah
To Replace: Synthetic Loofahs or Mesh Bath Poufs
Replacement Product: Organic Loofah by ActivGreen
Did you know those fluffy mesh poufs you use in the bath are actually made of synthetic, mostly plastic, materials? If you're ready to use a more sustainable alternative, try ActivGreen's Organic Loofah! These are made from a gourd in the cucumber family, so you'll be adding yet another natural and sustainable product into your day-to-day routine!
