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Eco-friendly moves and habits you should follow in your bathroom

You meticulously respect selective sorting, consume organic and local products, limit your carbon footprint by using a bike instead of a car… which is very good, but it is possible that certain areas of your daily life have escaped your environmental ambitions. For example, have you looked at your bathroom?

Here are some tips and tricks to make your desire to protect the planet visible even in the shower.

Water supply

Drip water faucet
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We know all the things to do to save water, like turning off the tap while brushing your teeth or… Bathing Instead of bathrooms.

However, note that if you lie under scalding shower water for a quarter of an hour, this is not more environmentally friendly… but there are other ways to save water, other than what can be carried out during… renewal From his bathroom. For example, you can choose A Blender Which limits the flow of the faucet or shower head. Don't forget the toilets too by installing a Flush In optimal flow.

Preference for “bare products”

Plastic packaging for shampoo
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The most important thing to remember: avoid packaging! Shampoo, shower gel, cream, deodorant, lip balm…The amount of plastic containers we use in our bathroom is really excessive. Fortunately, “naked products” are on the rise and becoming easier and easier to obtain.

Try one Solid shampoolooks like demon :You will be surprised by the pleasant sensations and hair benefits of this product. a Scented soap It will replace your shower gel well and will be a more economical and environmental option.

Many brands offer environmental care and hygiene products, the composition of which is healthy, vegetarian and 100% natural. To experience it is to embrace it.

Limit plastic items

Ecological plant shower object
Cotton swab, bamboo toothbrush and comb, washable towel and cotton, menstrual cup
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After packaging, let's now take a look at your bathroom… Hairbrush, toothbrush, disposable razor : Again, plastic is everywhere.

Why not buy a wooden hairbrush and toothbrush instead?

They are increasingly found in pharmacies and supermarkets. Plus, replace your disposable plastic razor with a real steel blade that will last a long time. Once again, working for the environment also means saving money.

Think “reusable”

We can no longer count the number of disposable products that can simply be replaced with reusable products.

Think, for example, about how many makeup remover pads you throw away every year…they're completely replaceable Washable cotton fabric.

Tampons and sanitary napkins no longer have a place in front of cups (menstrual cups) and menstrual panties. The same applies to cotton swabs, the marketing of which will soon be banned in France.

Expect the change now by investing in a washable silicone cotton pad or oriculi (small wooden stick).

The planet (and your skin and hair) will thank you!

Eco-friendly moves and habits you should follow in your bathroom

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