Here’s a thing ......

As a Skin Therapist I’m always talking to clients about their skincare routine. So many people still use face wipes 🙄

Now, I’m not one to keep banging on about the planet, there are enough people doing that at the moment but I do think we should each do our bit to help. Besides, even if you don’t agree with me on that, these things are no good whatsoever for your skin! They are cheap and convenient, yes, but they are made of non biodegradable plastic fibres mixed with a cocktail of chemicals so they won’t dry out and we happily rub them into the biggest most porous organ of the body day and night! 😱

They strip the surface of the skin but fail to get deep into the pores, often leaving unseen residue within the pores which will at the very least make the skin look dull, but can cause breakouts, spots , blackheads.

There really is no excuse for not cleansing, toning and moisturising . Exfoliate at least weekly and deep cleanse mask at least monthly ....or book into your therapist and let them do it for you 😆 . In the Treatment Room I use biodegradable ‘single use’ professional face cloths that I discard after every client and they rot down on the compost heap !

But buy yourself a good quality cotton muslin cloth or a even a quality cotton waffle face cloth. Wash it regularly- I have to wash my towels at 90 degrees . If you wash your towels and the facecloth on a hot wash it will kill the bacteria and also keep your pipes clear! Bonus 👍 AND it’s got to be better for the environment than the 94% increase in facial wipes being washed up onto our UK beaches! 😱 (stats from Marine Conservation Society) #saveyourskin #saveourbeaches #loveyourself #loveourplanet