Looking for the best tips for a plastic-free bathroom? Dann bist du hier genau richtig! Durch unser alltägliches Verhalten hinterlassen wir Menschen sehr viele Abfälle. Es dürfte niemanden mehr verwundern, dass der Plastic waste in the environment meanwhile one of the biggest ecological problems of our time counts. Fortunately, we have dozens of ways to do something about this, especially when it comes to personal hygiene in the bathroom.
In diesem Artikel gebe ich dir deshalb jetzt wertvolle Tipps an die Hand, um dem Zero Waste Badezimmer mit einfachen Mitteln deutlich näher zu kommen. Und zwar so, dass weder deine Lebensqualität noch die Hygiene darunter leiden. Auf geht’s!
Here is a brief overview of the tips in advance:
- Haare, Nägel und Ohren
- Skin and body care
- Mouth and dental care
- Shave plastic free
- Menstruation and make up
- Shower, bathtub & toilet
- Abfall und Putzen
Haare, Nägel und Ohren im plastikfreien Bad
1. plastic free cotton swabs
Not only are cotton buds often packaged in plastic, they are also plastic waste themselves after a single use. But there are also cotton buds Completely without plastic - from the packaging to the product itself.
With plastic-free packaging Paper cotton buds, Bambus und Baumwolle machst du schon einen großen Schritt ins Zero Waste. Und mit einem Ear cleaner with metal loop produzierst du sogar noch nicht einmal mehr Papiermüll.
- These paper cotton buds* I can recommend to you.
- With this ear cleaner* you are on the safe side.
2. shampoo in one piece
Dozens Shampoo bottles end up as waste every year and have to be recycled in an energy-intensive process. In addition, the products often contain tiny plastic particleswhich is finally discharged via the outflow as Microplastics in the sea end.
Als grüne Alternative kannst du einfach die tried and tested bar soap for the hair. For easy transportation and storage, I can also supply you with a simple tin box recommend
- This hair soap* is one of the best in my opinion.
- With this soap box* is perfect for all bar soaps.
Tip: You can also take a look at my big hair soaps comparison if you don't like the recommended shampoo straight away.
3. plastic free wooden comb
Dein alter Plastikkamm hat ausgedient? Sobald er nicht mehr funktioniert, kannst du ihn durch eine plastikfreie Alternative ersetzen. Das kann zum Beispiel ein equally simple, but more stable wooden comb aus regionaler ökologischer Forstwirtschaft sein.
This wooden comb* kann ich dir aus eigener Erfahrung absolut empfehlen.
Skin and body care without plastic
4. hand and shower soap without plastic
Plastic free bar soap can be used both as a hand and shower soap and is therefore the perfect Plastic-free alternative to conventional shower gel. In der Regel riechen die Seifen auch klasse und sind frei von Schadstoffen. Außerdem entsteht durch den Kauf meist nur Papier-, aber eben kein Plastikmüll.
Here you can get the best natural soap* for healthy skin - handmade and natural.
5. deodorant in one piece or make your own
Was für Duschgels und Shampoos gilt, gilt auch für dein Deo: Besorge dir ein solid deodorant in one piece. The Works the same way in the applicationis much more natural and an important step towards the zero waste bathroom.
This solid deodorant from Lamazuna* I can absolutely recommend it.
Alternative Tip: You can also make your own natural deodorant (whether spray, cream or roller)! You can find the right ingredients and the right instructions for making it in the article "Make your own deodorant".
6. plastic free soap bag
In a Soap bag the bar soap already used for skin and hair can be used very well. store and, above all, use. The sachet prevents the soap from slipping out of your hand. It also helps to spread the lather better on your skin.
These organic soap bags (set of 4)* I can recommend to you.
7. wooden soap dish
For plastic-free soap storage at the washbasin, at the edge of the bathtub or in the shower is also particularly suitable for a Wooden soap dish wonderful.
It is visually beautiful and natural to look at, by nature antibacterial and of course plastic-free.
This olive wood soap dish* is absolutely recommendable.
8. wooden bath brush
The classic bath brush is of course also available without plastic. For example made of beech wood and with natural fiber bristles, die aus den Blättern der Argave hergestellt werden. Ein simpler Schritt, mit dem du deinem plastikfreien Badezimmer schon wieder ein Stückchen näher kommst.
This bath brush* produced in Germany is my recommendation for you.
Plastic-free oral and dental care
9. toothbrush made of bamboo wood
Meine Oma hatte früher schon immer Holzzahnbürsten genutzt. Nachdem Plastik dann gang und gäbe war, verschwand die Wooden toothbrush jedoch in der Versenkung. Heute wird die plastikfreie Alternative zur Kunststoffzahnbürste wieder nachgefragt wie eh und je – und steht stellvertretend für den umweltbewussten Zero Waste Lifestyle.
These wooden toothbrushes* really belong in every zero waste bathroom!
10. plastic-free toothbrush tablets
A beautiful Replacement for toothpaste from the plastic tube are plastic free packed toothbrush tablets. They become soft in the mouth and can be used just as simply and effectively as you are used to with classic toothpaste.
Perhaps etwas Umgewöhnungszeit nötigbut experience has shown that this happens really quickly.
With these toothpaste tablets* the changeover is very easy.
Alternativer DIY-Tipp: You can get your Toothpaste also easy to make yourself! I show you how to do this in detail in the linked blog post.
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Bottle brush16 € -
Large stainless steel drinking bottle25 € -
Oilcloths13 €
11. dental floss without plastic
Classic Dental floss, die wir für gewöhnlich in der Drogerie finden, ist meist double packed in plastic and also passes itself made of plastic.
But Zahnpflege kann auch nachhaltig sein! Es gibt mittlerweile viele Alternativen, die sich für ein plastikfreies Badezimmer eignen. Zum Beispiel Zahnseide, die Made from wax and in a glass flacon or paper carton is offered.
This vegan dental floss in a refill pack* kann ich dir nur ans Herz legen.
12. metal tongue scraper
Auch Zungenschaber sind leider oft aus Plastik und verursachen viel Müll. Es gibt aber auch viele Zungenreiniger aus Stainless steel or copperthat are reusable and really do last forever.
Another waste-avoiding alternative is to use the ordinary Tablespoonwhich is certainly already in your cutlery drawer at home. 😉
This copper tongue cleaner with fabric pouch* I can absolutely recommend it.
13. versatile coconut oil
Coconut oil is actually a real all-rounder in the zero waste bathroom! For example, it is ideal for Oil pulling. So that you prevent bad breath in a natural way and clean your teeth. You can also use the oil to make your Toothpaste or in the Use against dry skin use
With diesem nativen Bio-Kokosöl im Glas* you are on the safe side.
Tip: Kokosöl ist eine Geheimwaffe für sustainable body care. By the way, I'll give you more tips and tricks in the linked blog post.
14. wooden or ceramic toothbrush mug
If you already have a working toothbrush mug (made of plastic), you need it of course not to be exchanged directly.
But when the time has come at some pointthere are of course good, plastic-free alternatives, such as a toothbrush mug made of ceramic, olive or bamboo wood.
This olive wood toothbrush tumbler* I can recommend to you.
Shaving in plastic free bathroom
15. stainless steel safety razor
In future, simply use No more disposable razors! They really only produce plastic waste without end. Also on the Replacement blades aus Plastik kannst du dann verzichten.
How exactly is that supposed to work? Stainless steel razor kommt vollkommen ohne Plastik aus und sind eternally reusable. Auch die Metallklingen lassen sich oft nutzen und bei Bedarf nachbestellen. Eine kleine Umstellung, doch ein großer Schritt auf dem Weg zum plastikfreien Badezimmer.
This safety razor made from wood and stainless steel* is absolutely recommendable.
16. wooden shaving brush
Conventional Shaving brush come Often made of plastic and with animal hair (z. B. Dachshaar) daher – und sind schnell hässlich und unbrauchbar, weil sie Borsten verlieren.
Die wesentlich more resource-friendly, animal-friendly and waste-avoiding alternative is a wooden shaving brush with artificial bristles. The latter may be made of plastic, but here the Plastic definitely has its advantages.
To diesem Rasierpinsel aus Olivenholz* I can advise you from my own experience.
17. shaving soap in one piece
Plastikfreie Rasierseife gibt es auch am Stück. Sie ersetzt den üblichen Rasierschaum aus der Plastikdose und hilft dir enorm dabei, Plastikmüll im Bad zu vermeiden.
Die Seife wird wie gewöhnlich gerieben und der entstandene Schaum auf dem Gesicht verteilt. Dann noch kurz einwirken lassen und los geht’s.
- I can give you this shaving soap made from vegetable oils* recommend
Menstruation and makeup without plastic
18. menstrual cup
Pads and tampons also cause a lot of waste in the bathroom. Also because such feminine hygiene products are usually packaged in plastic. Silicone menstrual cups sind heutzutage eine extrem beliebte Alternative, die Can be used in the long term ist und einen von vielen wertvollen Zero Waste Tips fürs Bad darstellt.
This menstrual cup* is manufactured in Germany and is available in different sizes.
19. plastic-free cosmetic pads
Disposable cotton pads aus Plastik hinterlassen unter anderem beim Abschminken ebenfalls sehr viel Abfall. Konventionellerweise sind sie in Plastik verpackt und bestehen selbst auch aus Plastik.
Instead, simply use reusable washable cosmetic pads for your make-up routine. Like this you avoid unnecessary bathroom waste and in the end you are significantly cheaper on the road. And this small change will soon make your plastic-free bathroom a reality too.
Diese wiederverwendbaren Abschminkpads* made from organic cotton are recommended.
Using the toilet in the bathroom without plastic
20. toilet paper without plastic
You won't normally find (moist) water in the supermarket. Toilet paperthat is not wrapped in plastic. But now you can also get it im Unverpackt-Laden lose or online in Papier verpackt.
Another great plastic-free alternative to conventional toilet paper in the bathroom is a so-called Butt shower - even if it is made of plastic and you really have to get used to it first. 😉
- This recycled toilet paper in a paper box* I can recommend to you.
- This butt shower from HappyPo* is one of the best alternatives.
21. wooden toilet roll stand
Of course you can use your second and third "Emergency toilet roll" simply put them in the cupboard next to the toilet.
But it also looks pretty cool on a minimalist wooden toilet holder. In the end, everything is more visually appealing and more environmentally friendly than a cheap plastic holder.
This toilet roll holder made of olive wood* is definitely recommended.
Abfall und Putzen im Badezimmer ohne Plastik
22nd toilet brush without plastic
The toilet has to be cleaned somehow! Unfortunately, most Toilet brushes but made of plastic - and are known to break very quickly.
Ganz ohne Kunststoff und wesentlich stabiler sind hingegen Toilettenbürsten made of beech wood with natural vegetable bristles.
This wooden toilet brush with fiber bristles* is a great alternative.
23. all-purpose weapon baking soda
Without the Secret weapon Baking soda (sodium bicarbonate), it would be really difficult to master life almost plastic-free. Quite simply because this household remedy is so incredibly versatile (not only) in the bathroom!
For example, you can use it as Pipe cleanerfor your own Deodorant, against blackheads, as Odour neutralizer in the bathroom waste garbage can or as a Bath additive use
Here you can get baking soda in a set of 6* particularly inexpensive and packaged in paper.
Tip: In the article Application ideas for sodium bicarbonate in the home I will show you the versatility and the best tips for use in your home.
An (almost) plastic-free bathroom? No problem at all!
Ganz ohne Plastik wirst du im Bad vielleicht noch nicht auskommen – einen elektrischen Rasierer ohne Plastik kenne ich zum Beispiel noch nicht. Doch mit den genannten Zero Waste Tips you can at least make your bathroom Remove plastic waste as far as possible.
Setze sie einfach nach und nach um. Viele von ihnen kannst du sofort in Angriff nehmen. Bei anderen solltest du warten, bis dein bisheriges Badezimmerutensil aufgebraucht oder unbrauchbar ist. So stellst du dein Bad little by little and absolutely stress-free to "plastic-free".
"Be yourself the change you wish to see in this world."
Mahatma Gandhi (more at Zero Waste Quotes)
Do you have questions, suggestions or your own tips for a waste- and plastic-free bathroom? Then I'm looking forward to your comments!
Stay clean,
PS: Avoiding garbage in the bathroom is a great start to conserve natural resources in everyday life. Find out what else you can do in the next blog post.
