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Packaging and containers account for about 30% of all solid waste. Some of these containers cannot be recycled or reused and end up in landfills. We are not advocating to act radically and refuse cosmetics, but we suggest minimizing waste when possible. At a minimum – do not take a package at the checkout, as a maximum – choose zero-waste packages.<\/p>\n
Cosmetics without extra packaging are also offered by some cosmetic stores: solid shampoos and conditioners can be bought without a box, and stored in a reusable container.<\/p>\n
4 You make unplanned purchases<\/h2>\n
84% of shoppers have made an impulsive purchase at least once, and we understand why. Ignoring the little things that stores deliberately place at the checkout is really hard: sheet masks and wet wipes suddenly seem like essentials. Advertising on the Internet also encourages thoughtless shopping. 57% of millennials say they may unintentionally buy products they've seen on social media.<\/p>\n
To keep yourself from unnecessary beauty purchases, we advise you to unsubscribe from e-mail newsletters about discounts and make a shopping list before each visit to the store. And do not scroll Instagram at least before going to bed, so that there is no temptation to order too much.<\/p>\n
5 You love disposable masks and patches<\/h2>\n
World publications have long been writing about the dangers of disposable masks. Individual packaging made of plastic and aluminum, a protective layer of plastic film, a synthetic base – these products are difficult to make sustainable.<\/p>\n In contrast to conventional masks, biodegradable ones come, however, not everything is so simple with them. The base of the mask can be made from organic cotton, bamboo or biocellulose, but at the same time soaked in a serum with ingredients that will not allow it to decompose normally. The classic cream and gel masks remain the most reliable alternative to sheet masks. Ideally, in containers that can be reused or recycled.<\/p>\n It is better to buy patches under the eyes not in separate envelopes, but in large jars. The stickers themselves will not become more eco-friendly from this, but there will be somewhat less waste. Another compromise option is patches that can be used up to three times, or multiple silicone stickers without a solution, used to care for the neck and d\u00e9collet\u00e9.<\/p>\n The cotton from which cotton pads are made is a renewable resource. But due to the use of pesticides and the use of large volumes of water, cotton cultivation cannot be called environmentally friendly. In addition, cotton products that undergo chemical treatments (such as bleaching and softening) may contaminate the soil during decomposition.<\/p>\n Finding an alternative to cotton pads is not so difficult. You can buy discs made of organic cotton (although these are more expensive) or switch to reusable ones. Muslin wipes and reusable discs are also cotton-based, but these accessories can be washed and reused. By the way, sometimes it's easy to do without discs: the tonic can be poured into spray bottles and cut directly on the face, and micellar water can be replaced with a hydrophilic make-up remover balm.<\/p>\n Giving up cotton swabs is a little more difficult, but eco-friendly alternatives come to the rescue. A reusable stick with a rubber-like tip will take some getting used to (you have to wash it with soap and water after each use), while bamboo ones, made from organic cotton instead of ordinary ones, are no different from standard ones.<\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n6 You use a lot of cotton pads and sticks<\/h2>\n
7 You buy makeup products and perfumes without testing<\/h2>\n