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In the midst of a global pandemic, we’re spending more time inside than ever. We’re cooking at home more (miss you, Nandos), spring cleaning ‘til we’re blue in the face and dedicating a lot of time to skincare.
As we hunker down for a prolonged period of social distancing, buying products that can be reused, in all of these pursuits, is of increasing importance. Not least because we’re suddenly so aware of the waste we produce. Many of us are also finding ourselves in a state of financial uncertainty, so investing in reusables is good for Mother Earth and our wallets.
We made efforts to be eco-conscious long before Coronavirus hit, by disposing of our beauty products in the right way, investing in long-lasting pieces from sustainable fashion brands and shopping for locally sourced food produce. But the tightening of purse strings and an increased awareness of what’s going on around us has heightened a desire to become more sustainable than ever. Luckily, there are a few quick swaps which can be made. We’ve hunted down the best reusable products which will last you the entirety of lockdown.
You can use beeswax wrapping paper to preserve half-eaten fruit and veg or to cover leftover meals. This will help you cut down on cling film. You can invest in a pair of period pants (we love Modibodi’s) to cut back on single-use sanitary products, and you can take your makeup off with water and Face Halo pads. It’s just as effective as using face wipes or cotton pads and micellar water, but Face Halo pads are totally reusable.
It’d be really tough to cut out single-use plastic completely, but now you’ve got so much time on your hands, it’s a great time to start making a dent.
