Much like traditional beauty products, personal care products, such as deodorant, soaps, and body lotions, contain extra chemicals that aren’t only unnecessary, they’re harmful to both you and the environment–even when claiming to be ‘green’ or ‘natural.’ Additionally, these products are usually packaged in plastic, or, in the case of toothbrushes and razors, made of plastic and intended to be disposable, creating needless, non-biodegradable waste.
From spotting misleading labels to understanding third-party certifications, there are clear ways to separate genuine clean personal care products from clever marketing. To fully understand how to discern for yourself which brands and products are indeed clean and sustainable, check out my guide on how to find clean beauty products. There, you will learn:
- Eco-friendly packaging & recycling information
- What harmful ingredients to avoid
- Sustainably-sourced ingredients
- Beauty certifications to look for
- Additional resources
Clean & Sustainable Personal Care Product Categories
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