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by Nicole Sherwin, holistic wellness advocate, founder Eco Diva Natural Superfood Skincare www.ecodiva.co.za
Sustainability doesn’t have to be complicated! I’ve always believed that small, eco-friendly changes can have a huge impact—not just on the planet, but on our skin health too. Over the years, I’ve made simple swaps in my beauty routine that have helped me reduce waste, save money, and still achieve that healthy glow. Here are my top tips (plus some fun facts) to help you make your beauty routine more sustainable effortlessly!
1. Ditch the Plastic & Choose Refillable or Glass Packaging
Did you know that over 120 billion units of beauty packaging are produced globally each year? Most of it ends up in landfills! One of the easiest ways to reduce your environmental impact is to choose brands that use refillable beauty products, recyclable, or biodegradable packaging. I personally love glass jars and bottles—not only do they look gorgeous on my vanity, but they also help preserve product freshness and keep toxins out of my clean beauty routine.
Eco Diva Tip: All our Eco Diva Natural products come in sustainable, plastic-free packaging with outer packaging that is fully biodegradable—because beauty should never come at the cost of the planet!
2. Less is More: Multi-Purpose Products are a Game Changer
Why buy five different products when one can do it all? Multi-purpose beauty productshelp cut down on waste, save you money, and simplify your daily routine. My go-to? Hydrating balms that double as lip balms, SPF-infused skincare, and serums that work for both face and body.
My Favourites? Our multi award-winning Superfood Cover Balms with SPF—they act as a foundation, contour, highlighter, and sun protection all in one. I also love our multi-award-winning Superfood Face Serum that offers deep skin nutrition, sun protection, deep hydration and is a super beard oil. Zero-waste skincare made easy!
3. Say No to Single-Use Beauty
I used to go through so many disposable wipes and cotton pads before I understood how wasteful they were. Now, I opt for reusable bamboo rounds, silicone cleansing brushes, and refillable beauty tools. They last longer, feel better on my skin, and eliminate unnecessary waste.
Crazy Fact: A single disposable makeup wipe takes 100 years to break down in a landfill. Let that sink in!
My favourites: Our pHresh Family All Over Cleanser for Face and Body. Gentle and effective for the whole family to use. Plus it’s ocean and river safe. I also adore our pHresh Family Shampoo + Conditioner in 1. Who needs to clutter the bathroom and the planet?
4. Read the Labels & Go Clean
If you can’t pronounce the ingredients in your beauty products, chances are they’re not great for your skin—or the planet. Many mainstream products contain parabens, sulfates, and synthetic fragrances that harm marine life when washed down the drain. I always choose (and formulate) toxin-free skincare, cruelty-free makeup, and biodegradable formulasto ensure my skincare is as kind to the earth as it is to my skin.
Did You Know? The ocean absorbs over 8 million tons of plastic waste yearly, much of it from microplastics in beauty products. How hectic is that? Switching to ocean-safe skincare makes a huge difference!
5. Support Brands That Give Back
Every purchase we make is a vote for the kind of world we want to live in. I always look for brands that prioritise sustainable beauty, fair trade sourcing, and ethical labour practices. It’s one of the reasons I created Eco Diva Natural—to offer beauty products that nourish both your skin and the planet.
At Eco Diva Natural, we use sustainably harvested organic superfoods, support local communities, and are proudly cruelty-free, toxin-free, and planet-friendly.
Small Steps, Big Impact!
Sustainability isn’t about being perfect—it’s about making better choices every day. Whether you start by switching to zero-waste beauty, toxin-free skincare, or refillable packaging, every little change adds up to a greener planet.
Let’s glow sustainably! Shop Eco Diva Natural’s clean beauty collection today and make your beauty routine a force for good.