Reusable Hygiene Tools for Her

Beauty is something that many women are willing to make sacrifices for. However, EnviroCitizen.org has found that some beauty products have sacrifices that are more taxing on the planet and our health than we realize. Many consumers have sought to change their habits by using green products that have natural ingredients and abide by ethical practices. One of the problems for women’s personal care products in the past has been that they were made for only a single use. Things have changed, however, so that women can look their best and feel good about their impact on the environment by the development of reusable hygiene tools.

If you haven’t already made the switch to reuse things, here are a few numbers for your consideration. The number of disposable razors that end up in U.S. landfills each year is 2 billion. Of the thousands of questionable chemicals in cosmetics, there are about 450 in use today. From these statistics, it is easy to see why many are making the easy switch to sustainability by simply investing in reuable products.

For feminine hygiene itself, there are a few Natural products worth trying out. Reusable pads are pads that you wear, wash and wear again. There are several varieties available that use organic ingredients. It is even possible to make your own if you wish. For those who want something more discreet, collection cups are worth a try. They work simply by inserting the cup vaginally. When filled, it is emptied into the toilet, rinsed out in the sink and re-inserted for more use. These save lots of money over their lifetime because you don’t have to spend as much on disposable options.

When shaving, try using one of the razors that don’t involve replacing an entire tool. The Venus and Intuition brands in stores are great for this. When the razor part itself gets dull, simply replace the head and you have a fresh shave again. You can sneak in a few extra shaves though by running the razor through a cork to resharpen the blade. When done, just make sure to recycle the blade so it does not contribute to landfill waste. Some campanies have special razors that are made up of nothing but recyclable parts. The Preserve razor is made from recycled plastic yogurt containers. They can also be recycled when you are done. Wally Rubber Shower Razor even attaches to your shower or tub wall. It’s made of sustainably-harvested rubber and is cruelty-free.

EnviroCitizen.org suggests switching to reusable hygiene tools rather than using wasteful and potentially harmful conventional products on the market.