Brands to Use During Plastic Free July and Beyond

Posted by Aless on 1st Jul 2024

Plastic Free July isn't just about reflecting on your plastic use; it's a springboard for taking action and building long-lasting habits. This global movement empowers individuals to make a real difference by reducing their reliance on plastic and prioritising reuse. Ready to ditch plastic for good? We've compiled a list of fantastic brands offering sustainable alternatives to get you started on your plastic-free and reuse journey.

Skipper

Founded in 2020 by Lachlan Hill and May Bandi, Skipper isn't just Australia's #1 just-add-water home and personal care range – it's a revolution in mindful consumption. Skipper empowers individuals to make a positive impact with every shower and hand wash through their mission to . turn everyday habits into a force for good, so that everyone can feel great about the future of our planet.

Their starter kits and bundles are the perfect transition to Skippers Just Add water products. We recommend their Hand Wash Triple Kit, which includes their Hand Wash Dispensers, Wash Refills and Hand Wash Tin (available with their Fragrance Variety Pack or unscented.)

Hey Zomi

Hey Zomi offers a solution for sustainable and comfortable period care: the first Australian reusable menstrual disc, which is wearable for up to 12 hours and holds 4 tampons worth of menstrual fluid. Founded by sisters Zoe and Mika, Hey Zomi was born out of a desire to have periods on their terms, as traditional pads, tampons, and even menstrual cups didn't meet their needs.

The Hey Zomi disc addresses this gap by providing a sustainable, long-lasting, and comfortable alternative. Made from 100% medical grade silicone, you can leave it in for up to 12 hours without leaks! You can even semi empty your disc without fully removing it, making it so much easier in public bathrooms. The sister duo also recently launched the first sanitising tablets, that replace boiling and remove stains from menstrual cups and discs. You can follow Hey Zomi on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and YouTube.

Great Wrap

Founded in 2019, Great Wrap is a B Corp certified material science company on a mission to end the human reliance on traditional plastics. Recognizing the advancements in other sectors like energy and agriculture, they saw plastic lagging behind. Great Wrap identified a gap in the market for sustainable alternatives and took matters into their own hands, proudly manufacturing the only Australian made compostable stretch wrap, made with compostable biopolymers and plant-based oils.

Great Mate is a refillable dispenser made from 33 recycled plastic bottles. It is designed to dispense and slice Great Wrap’s home compostable cling wrap, minimising plastic pollution and the reliance on single-use packaging. The highly tactile Great Mate comes in four colours intended to appeal not only to the sustainable eye but also to the design-conscious.

WooHoo Body

Say goodbye to boring, harsh deodorants! Woohoo All Natural Deodorants is an unboring and award-winning antiperspirant deodorant that will keep you BO-free all day long. They are 100% natural, vegan, and made with organic ingredients in Newcastle, NSW, by their local team. WooHoo deodorant is available in stick and or their original deodorant pastes and has seven scents to suit you, including Wild, Tux, Pop, Urban, Surf, Mello and Tango. Or, if you can't decide, grab one of their sample packs.

WooHoo Body is making a positive impact through intentionally minimalist packaging. Most of their products don't require any extra packaging, and if they do, it's fully recyclable. Plus, their formulas are Certified as Cruelty Free and Vegan by both PETA and Safe Cosmetics Australia. So, if you are in need of some awesome antiperspirant deodorant, head to Woohoo Body.

Plastic Free July is a great reminder to reinforce plastic-free habits, we must encourage this behaviour throughout the year. While we have you, we would like to shout out to HuskeeSteel. It is made from 91% recycled stainless steel and is a dual-walled, vacuum-sealed cup that ensures your coffee is hotter for longer. You can read more on HuskeeSteel here. This month is your chance to experiment and discover plastic-free alternatives such as Skipper, Hey Zomi and Great Wrap ! Use this month to swap out disposable items for reusable options, and focus on building those swaps into your regular routine.