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Simple Beauty Switches That Will Help Save The Planet

It's never been easier to look amazing and go green at the same time - by Arielle Tsoukatos
  • 21 Apr 2020
Simple Beauty Switches That Will Help Save The Planet

To commemorate Earth Day on April 22nd, we're highlighting eco-minded beauty brands that aim to significantly reduce waste and pollution. We're talking ditching redundant packaging, eschewing toxic chemicals and synthetics and supporting sustainably-sourced, plant-derived ingredients.

Once pigeonholed as a category for the supremely sensitive or devoutly ethical, eco-friendly beauty is having its moment in the limelight. Thanks to high-tech advances in formulating natural ingredients and the growing crop of naturally-minded brands making their way onto our shelves, we are now able to enjoy skincare, haircare and make-up products that not only do us good but make us feel good too.

Stop wasting your wipes 

When it comes to removing make-up there's a slew of options on the market. Reaching for a face wipe - guaranteed to slough away waterproof mascara and convenient enough that you don’t have to leave your bed - is tempting.  For those who want to avoid single-use products and do their bit for the environment, there’s another option that is equally kind to your skin and the planet. 

Microfibre towelettes - like this one by Face Halo - work by using cold or warm water, to loosen your makeup. The HaloTech fiber strands, which are 100 times finer than a human hair, to reach deep into your pores. They can be washed over 200 times before needing to be replaced saving you serious coin and sparing the environment from thousands. A set of three will set you back $30 and are available at priceline.com.au. 

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When both sides are equally as stunning 💖 @chloemorello knows how to swipe makeup OFF just as well as she knows how to put it ON!

Plastic not so fantastic 

Australian oceans are being overrun by bathroom waste - and not the kind you're thinking. We're talking about the plastic products we discard on the daily - plastic toothbrushes, toothpaste tubes and disposable razors. 

The EPA estimates that 2 billion razors are thrown away in the U.S. each year. Banish founder and CEO Lottie Dalziel, explains: "Every plastic razor you've ever used in your life still exists somewhere on this earth and they will outlive you! Which was the reason I decided to make the switch to a safety razor. I've had my closest shave ever and find it really easy to use. The blades are also really easy to change and I'm so excited to have a razor for life."

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Just took this bad boy for its first spin! Honestly, I was so so so nervous to try this safety razor. I am prone to cutting myself with plastic razors and this guy is sharper than them all. I just added extra soap and took my time and the results were so worth it! Honestly the closest shave evvveerrrr #converted . . . #zerowaste #waste #ecofriendly #australia #consciousliving #ecolife #reuse #recycle #refuse #loveourplanet #planetfriendly #plastic #waronplastic #cleanourplanet #pickuprubbish #drinkclean #environment #savetheplanet #blueplanet #plasticcrisis #beauty #greenbeauty #ecolife #yum #organic #health #healthylife #healthyliving #safetyrazor

Try a metal safety razor like the 29L Parker - it's designed especially for women but and available to shop here. We also these clever bamboo toothbrushes which are made from sustainable materials enhanced with activated charcoal.   

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Every toothbrush you've ever used still exists somewhere on this earth. Make the switch to bamboo and to dispose of them all you need to do is snip off the bristles and throw the stick in the compost #winwin 📷@alfredoblasquez . . . . . #humblebrush #thehumbleco #bambootoothbrush #gohumblegivesmiles #zerowaste #plasticfreeliving #plasticfree #plasticfreeoceans #plastic #bambootoothbrush #zerowasteliving #banishau #toothbrush #singleuse #sustainableliving #sustainability #rainbow #beach #compost

Get dirty

While putting charcoal on your face might sound very unglamorous, it's fast becoming one of the most trendy skincare ingredients out there. Why? Charcoal contains natural properties that act like a magnet, drawing impurities such as make-up and dirt out from the skin's surface. 

Incorporating a charcoal-based product into your daily regimen can balance oil production and increase skin's radiance over time. Since it doesn't contain any nasty chemicals, this wonder ingredient can be used on sensitive complexions while still being effective enough to tackle adult acne. The benefits extend beyond your complexion - charcoal can be used all over your body, whitens teeth naturally and worked into your hair care regimen to balance an oily scalp. 

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Used for generations as everything from a teeth whitener to heavy metal detoxification, Keeko Activated Charcoal is made from coconut husks and is the new must have natural ingredient to add to your beauty & wellness cabinet 🌱🙌 . . . #keeko #keekooil #oilpulling #coconutoil #greenbeauty #greenbeautyau #greenbloggers #greenliving #crueltyfree #veganbeauty #madeinaustralia #australianmade #naturalskincare #organicskincare #naturalbeauty #choosegreen #healthyliving #healthylife #activelifestyle #fitfam #whiterteeth #cocooil #health #wellness

Switch out aerosol sprays

There's so much not to love about aerosols. Our dry shampoos, canned volumizers and deodorants need compressed gases or hydrocarbons to do their thing. And once these chemicals are released in the air our collective carbon footprint gets bigger. The effects of aerosols also affect our air quality and waterways: Studies also show that aerosols make for more pollution-rich clouds, which shrinks the size of rain droplets that form.

To spare the air try a solid deodorant like Wanderlightly's Deodorant Balm which you can purchase from Banish for $16.95 a pop. What's more? Wanderlightly's Deodorant Balm is handmade in small batches & free from toxins, aluminium, parabens, dyes, synthetic fragrances, talc’s, mineral oils or anything nasty. 

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Mother's day is coming up & I've popped together a couple of little gift packs to spoil your beautiful Earth Mumma, friend - or yourself for a super sweet price! 💚 A Pamper pack including a 80gm Deodorant balm in the scent of your choice teamed with a Cacao & Vanilla lip Balm & topped off with a lovely Cacao & Kaolin detoxifying face mask & wrapped up snug in a gift box all for $24. Perfect to indulge those Mummas that give us so much nourishment. 💚 A zero waste pack ~ $35 ~ including a set of handmade (with local beeswax from the Sydney Northern beaches) Beeswax wraps, a stainless steel straw & a Hemp Cutlery pouch with a reclaimed wood set inside. Cotton gift pouch included. 💚 So if you know a Mum or someone that's in need of a little pampering, pop through the link in the bio to my website & through to the store. I've only made a handful of these so they are even more super special. Ps - Northern beaches folk you are welcome to collect from to avoid shipping, DM for code 💚 Big loves & Happy last day of the week to you all! #wanderlightly #zerowaste #mothersday #zerowastekit #plasticfree#kaolinclay #facemask #cacao #lipbalm #toxinfree #plasticfreeliving #saynotoplastic #naturaldeodorant #protectwhatyoulove #aluminumfree #beeswaxwraps #cutlery #reclaimedwood #cutlerypouch #zerowastecollective #ecofriendlyliving #LovePlanet #organic #wastefreeplanet#choosetoreuse #plasticfreejourney #selfcare #hemp #reusablestraw

You can also try switching out aerosol-based texture sprays for those packaged in pump-fueled containers. Aveda's Rinseless Refresh Micellar Hair & Scalp Refresher ($32; at adorebeauty.com.au) uses micellar technology to cleanse your scalp and restyle second-day hair. Aussie eco-warrior and Aveda ambassador Elyse Knowles has designed a chic tote bag in collaboration with the beauty brand that will donate 100% of profits to Water Aid, a clean water project in India. 

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Meet No Wash Day - Your second-day hair life saver. With micellar technology, Rinseless Refresh lifts dirt and oil from your roots and strands, leaving you with lush, frizz-free hair. The dry-mist feature of Heat Relief gives the benefit of a conditioner and heat protector serum without the need to wash and blow dry your hair on no-wash days. Skip shampoos and enjoy healthy, fresh hair with No Wash Day! #NoWashDay #CrueltyFree

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