Going Zero Waste

The UK Plastic Cotton Bud Ban: What Changed, What Didn't, and What's Next
On 1 October 2020, England became one of the first countries to ban the sale of plastic-stemmed cotton buds. Scotland had already acted in June 2019, and Wales followed in... Mehr lesen …
The Best Reusable Makeup Remover Pads: What to Look For (and What We Use)
The market for reusable makeup remover pads has expanded significantly in the last few years. That's a good thing — but it also means there's more variation in quality. Some... Mehr lesen …
How Many Uses Do Reusable Makeup Pads Last? The Real Numbers
When people switch to reusable makeup remover pads, one of the first questions they ask is: how long do they actually last? The honest answer depends on the material, how... Mehr lesen …
Reusable vs Disposable Makeup Remover Pads: An Honest Comparison
Reusable makeup remover pads have one obvious claim: they're better for the environment. But before you make any swap to your skincare routine, the real question is whether they perform... Mehr lesen …
How to Clean Reusable Makeup Pads (And Make Them Last)
Reusable makeup remover pads are one of the easiest sustainable swaps you can make — but only if they stay clean. A poorly cared-for pad can harbour product buildup, become... Mehr lesen …
Are Reusable Cotton Swabs Worth It? An Honest Answer
Reusable cotton swabs work as well as disposables for cosmetic tasks, cost less over time, and have a measurably lower environmental impact. Here is the evidence. Mehr lesen …
The Environmental Impact of Cotton Swabs: What the Numbers Actually Say
Billions of cotton swabs end up in landfill and oceans every year. Here is what the numbers actually say about the environmental cost of a single cotton swab. Mehr lesen …
Plastic Fantastic? The Dark Side of Plastic Pollution and How We Can Combat It
Did you know that over 5 trillion pieces of plastic are floating in the world's oceans?By 2050, this number is expected to be quadrupled. You’ve probably heard the famous phrase,... Mehr lesen …