Zero waste bathroom routine
After a long night of sleep or a good workout, it's always great to revitalize and cleanse yourself to prepare for the day. Here are some zero waste swaps for your bathroom routine if you’d like to keep things simple, as well as some additional suggestions below.
Products used
All products, descriptions and details will also be below for your reference. Do note that there are some items not included in this routine (safety razor and compostable floss for example) because I didn't happen to use them today.
Plaine products shampoo and conditioner
Natural shampoo that comes in refillable and recyclable aluminum bottle
Great alternative if shampoo bars don’t work for you
Plaine products offers a package return and refill program
Can typically find unpackaged or simply wrapped in paper
Loofahs are simply dried out squash, and are completely natural and compostable
Great alternative to plastic sponge or exfoliator
A natural pumice stone is your answer to scrubbing off dead skin cells, especially on the feet
Rejuvenate and clean stone by boiling in water
Completely compostable at end of life compared to a traditional plastic hairbrush
Accurate and well made tweezers that will definitely last for years to come
An easy swap if you're new to zero waste
The toothbrush shown is from MABLE, a San Francisco based company which uses a portion of their profits to educate students on zero waste in the Bay Area
From the brand Oil + Water, which also has a package take back program
DIY lip balm and body butter
Recipes can be found in my book, Sustainable Home
Plastic free shaving alternative
Replacement safety razor blades are also recyclable and quite affordable
Razor stand (optional)
Floss comes in a glass and metal vial, which is recyclable
Can purchase refills without the excess packaging
Floss is biodegradable as silk is natural
