A beginner's guide to eco-friendly personal care

Starting an eco-friendly personal care routine can be a powerful way to reduce your environmental impact and it can be easier and more affordable than you think. By making small, thoughtful swaps, you can enjoy products that support your health and the planet, without sacrificing quality. Let’s dive into the essentials of eco-friendly personal care and highlight the benefits of going plastic-free and natural.

Start simple with plastic-free essentials

Many personal care products come in plastic packaging that takes centuries to break down. By choosing items with compostable, recyclable, or reusable packaging, you can help prevent plastic waste. 

Switch to zero-waste oral care products

Traditional toothpaste tubes and plastic toothbrushes create a significant amount of waste. Switching to a plastic-free, natural oral care routine is a small step that makes a big difference:

• Toothpaste in a glass jar: Georganics offers toothpaste in different forms: tablets, paste or powder. All of them are available in a variety of flavours, packaged in reusable glass jars or compostable refill packs. These toothpastes are free from synthetic additives and provide a clean, effective brushing experience.
• Plastic-free floss: Instead of nylon, Georganics offers biodegradable floss in a refillable glass container, perfect for a zero-waste oral care routine.
• Beechwood toothbrushes: Opting for biodegradable beechwood toothbrushes reduces the plastic waste from conventional brushes while being as effective as plastic ones.

Choose solid soap bars over bottled soap

Solid natural soap bars are a game-changer when it comes to sustainable skin and hair care. Our plastic free soap bars help to eliminate waste and reduce water usage, and offer a lower carbon footprint compared to traditional liquid soap. From gentle face bars to shampoo bars that leave your hair soft and healthy, these are an eco-friendly alternative that also saves you space and weight when you travel.

Choose reusable and refillable essentials

Whenever possible, embrace reusables like cotton pads and choose products with refill options to reduce packaging waste.. For example, Georganics’ refill packs for toothpaste and mouthwash tablets are available in compostable bags that hold up to a year’s supply, so you’ll reduce both packaging waste and expenses. 

Why natural ingredients matter

Choosing natural, non-toxic ingredients benefits both you and the environment. Our skin and mouths absorb much of what we apply, so opting for products with pure essential oils and naturally derived ingredients helps you avoid exposure to synthetic chemicals. Natural products from companies like Georganics and Friendly Soap provide effective results, promoting skin and dental health without unnecessary chemicals or harmful additives.

Support local and ethical brands

Supporting local brands helps cut down on shipping emissions and supports ethical, sustainable business practices. Prioritise brands that promote transparency, ethical sourcing, and use eco-friendly, plant-based materials that are kind to you and the planet.

Switching to eco-friendly products doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Begin with small, sustainable swaps.