Over the last decade, humans have produced more plastic than during the whole of the last century. The good news is, we’re all becoming conscious of why this needs to change, and lots of us are starting to make switches to reduce the amount of plastic waste in our lives.
Plastic Free July was created to encourage people to start making that shift, and we asked our friends over at The Eco Larder to advise us on some of their top tips for going plastic free. But really, these are solutions we can implement all year round — and there's no time like the present, right?
Top tips to go plastic free
Swap your plastic toothbrush for a bamboo version. Bamboo is often considered a great swap for plastic as they're naturally antibacterial, BPA-free and biodegradable. They're also considered a particularly sustainable material as they grow really quickly, with some types growing 5 centimetres in a single hour, and need very little water and maintenance. Most importantly, bamboo toothbrushes are biodegradable, meaning it won't stick around and pollute our waterways once we're done with it.
Pick up some reusable makeup pads. Made from organic cotton and bamboo, these wipes can be washed and used again and again. Our friends at The Eco Larder reported that single-use cotton wool and wet wipes are some of the most common bits of litter found on beach cleans.
