Through my journey of understanding healthier, cleaner ingredients and formulas in beauty and skincare products, I’ve naturally become more conscious about purchasing items that have less of an impact on the environment, particularly in reducing waste. I’ve taken a great interest in brands that offer products with innovative and convenient solutions encouraging customers to easily lead more sustainable, and waste-free lives.
Plaine Products is one such brand that provides a unique take on sustainable, personal care products. Jump to the bottom of the post for a special discount code.
Sisters Lindsey and Alison Delaplaine, created Plaine Products as a solution for tackling the increasing plastic waste problem. The brand offers vegan, organic personal care products in aluminum bottles that can be returned for sterilization, refilled, and reused. For the budding minimalist, kids and adults alike, or anyone looking for no-frills, effective vegan and organic products without wasteful packaging, this brand is for you.
Plaine Products makes it extremely easy to reuse and recycle: with every purchase you have the option to send back your empty bottles to be sanitized and recycled for free, and purchase refilled bottles or subscribe for regular refills at discounted prices.
Since hair and body care products are pretty essential for everyone, why not sign up for regular deliveries of necessary products that are recyclable and sustainable? Learn more about Plaine Products’ easy recycling and subscription options here. There’s also an option to return empty Plaine Products bottles for free here. You can also pick and choose products to purchase by creating your own bundle.
Products are packaged in durable aluminum bottles that not only keep products fresh, but are also easy to be recycled. Each bottle has a secure screw-on top, and allows for a pump top for easy application. The pump tops can be saved and reused with future purchases of the body lotion or shampoo and are included with each new bottle purchased. I find these options very handy for traveling and for recycling. All Plaine Products also come shipped in simple cardboard boxes free of extra, wasteful packaging that can be reused or sent back to the brand.
Not only did I enjoy the shampoo and body lotion I tried from Plaine Products, I also really loved how encouraged I felt from the low-waste impact products and ease of recycling and repurchasing.
I tried the Body Lotion in Rosemary Mint Vanilla, and oh man does this stuff smell amazing! Not only does this body lotion have an intoxicating, comforting scent, it is superbly hydrating and easy to apply all over the body. The formula is vegan, cruelty free, non-GMO, biodegradable, sulfate free, palm oil free, and includes soothing and nourishing ingredients like aloe, green tea, and shea butter. My skin can get very dry and flakey in the winter, but this body lotion was great for locking in moisture and ensuring smooth, nourished skin. I prefer to use body lotion all-year round, and I use up quite a lot, so I would definitely continue using this and subscribing for refills of this Body Lotion. 16oz, $30 for one time purchase. Discounted pricing on subscription options.
I’ve had challenges transitioning to cleaner hair products, and as one moves away from conventional shampoos, I’ve also learned it’s difficult to find effective and affordable products. There are only a few shampoos I’ve found that meet my strict criteria and work well for my hair and routine (as I shampoo my hair daily). I was a bit doubtful about the Shampoo from Plaine Products, but after a couple weeks of testing, I was quite surprised with how gently and effectively it cleaned, without being overly nourishing for my oily-prone hair. I love that I can use it daily and not leaving my hair with gunky residue or feeling more greasy. I like that the formula is simple, yet gentle, and includes specific ingredients like coconut oil, camellia, green tea, and chamomile extract to restore and add sheen and softness to hair. The scent is also not overpowering, yet smells clean and verdant. I would definitely recommend this shampoo for finicky hair. 16oz, $30 for one time purchase. Discounted pricing on subscription options.
I admire that Plaine Products creates products from quality, healthy ingredients with effective formulas, while also considering sustainable solutions at a holistic level. Not only do the brand’s products and recycling processes contribute to resolving the waste problem, it also encourages consumers to consider their purchasing decisions and adopt more sustainable habits. I love supporting this brand because I really believe in the products and the changes they have already proven to enact in people’s lives. I’m very interested in trying their new Face Wash and Face Moisturizer!
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Have you tried anything from Plaine Products? How do you think other brands can follow Plaine Products’ lead in doing a better job of resolving wasteful habits?
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