When diving into the sustainability of your makeup routine, you may not consider the small additions that contribute negatively to our planet.
According to the Marine Conservation Society, wet wipes are now one of the most common litter items found washed up on our UK beaches, including specific types for makeup removal. If you are looking for simple ways to save our earth, then adapting your makeup and skincare routines is one of the easiest adaptations you can make, that will contribute positively, to mother nature.
Reusable Options
Whether it be in the cosmetics or parenting industry, reusable alternatives are on the rise. In particular with makeup and skincare alternatives, reusable makeup removers are not only kinder to your skin, but help save on cost and are simple to adapt to.
Many people face complications with their skin and commonly blame the blemishes and marks on makeup products, and although they can be a contributing factor, disposable makeup wipes are actually the main culprit.
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The harsh plastics can cause irritation to your skin and can further damage and mark your complexion. Whereas with reusable makeup remover cloths, not only do they care for your skin, but the natural, reusable materials can help contribute to further improving your complexion and fully remove the makeup off of your face.
Product Materials
When focusing on your main makeup routine, doing your research around the materials and benefits of products is vital. For example, when you are next purchasing a makeup applicator or brush, take the time to research the product – Is the main material plastic? Are they fully or partly recyclable?
Makeup application products are commonly used for longer time periods, but when it’s finally time to replace, simply throwing it away without recycling or not considering the materials will be another contributing factor to damaging the earth.
In particular, bamboo brushes are massively on the rise, and the beauty of the makeup world is that you are not limited to sustainable options. More and more brands are raising awareness on suitability and this is clearly reflected, just as we like to promote at Cheeky Wipes.
Think About What You Need, Rather Than Impulse Buying
We have all been there, walking around a shop to see a makeup product with the most beautiful packaging staring you in the face, then before you know it, you are leaving the shop with a full bag at hand.
But how many of us have done this, to then realise –
“Why did I just buy this?”
We all do it, but if you are looking to improve the sustainability of your makeup and skincare routines, then take the time to think about if you need the product, or if it’s another impulse buy. Plus, not only does considering your options benefit the earth, but your bank balance too (win, win!)
A great way to make sure you are finding the right type of products is to simply have a surf on the web and research particular brands and the materials, ingredients etc, especially monitoring what you might usually purchase or brands you purchase from can be a real eye opener to how throwing away your makeup/skincare products can be negatively impacting the world we live in.
Brands
All of us will be aware of at least one brand that is eco-conscious.
So many brands in the cosmetics industry are focusing primarily on the sustainability of their products, rather than negatively impacting the world, and it’s a fantastic thing to see.
From brands that are advocates against animal cruelty, to brands like ourselves who’s main aim is to save the planet one purchase at a time. Brands who take the time to research, adapt and change are the brands you always want to stick by, as they will always provide the very best for mother nature, but most importantly, their customers.
If you are looking to “eco” out your makeup and skincare routine, then simply changing one thing will contribute massively for the better. One step at a time, we can help our world, with one simple alternative.
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