Buy bar soap

By Silke Valentine

I’m concerned about our growing plastic pollution and have been looking for ways to cut back and produce less waste. I started by buying the biggest shampoo and body wash bottles possible, then I switched to the refill option.

I then realized that using soap for hair and body is a great answer for me. It feels really good to buy locally produced soap if possible, of course, loose or wrapped in paper. And I make sure that the soap is not made of paraffin (fossil fuel) or palm oil.

If you like, you could also try eco-friendly shampoo bars, which enhance your hair, cut down on plastic and product, and are often more affordable than liquid bottled shampoos.

I hope you’ll consider switching to these eco-friendly soap and shampoo bars, which cut down on plastic, save money, and contribute to reducing pollution—small changes that can make a big difference for the planet. They make wonderful gifts too.