I’ve made several sustainable bathroom swaps over the past few years, and they’ve been total game-changers for my routine! From razors to my toothbrush to makeup, these swaps have made my routine cleaner, simpler, and better for the planet, without sacrificing effectiveness. My goal has been to ditch single-use items, choose products with easier-to-recycle packaging, and avoid harmful ingredients. All of these swaps check those boxes!

In this post, I’m sharing seven of my tried-and-tested sustainable bathroom swaps. With so many better-for-you and planet-friendly options available now, why not switch some of your products up? Let’s get into my picks!

Quick Links to My 7 Sustainable Bathroom Swaps

1. Leaf Razor & Dermaplaner
2. Shampoo Bars
3. Last Swab
4. Kosas Makeup
5. SURI Electric Toothbrush
6. TUSHY Bidet Attachment
7. Beauty Packaging Recycling

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01. Leaf Razor and Dermaplaner

The Leaf Razor is hands-down my favorite sustainable bathroom swap! Honestly, I first went looking for an alternative because I was tired of dropping a small fortune on razor cartridges. The Leaf Razor works with refillable stainless steel blades, which are way cheaper and less wasteful.

The handle feels almost identical to a traditional razor, although it does take some getting used to. Leaf has helpful instructions, though, and I got the hang of it in no time. Pro tip: the razor can hold three blades, but I kept nicking myself until I switched to just two. It still gives me a close shave without the cuts.

I also recently added the Leaf Dermaplaner to my routine, which uses the exact same stainless steel blades. This is the first dermaplaner I’ve used, and I’m loving it!

For both the razor and dermaplaner, you can recycle the blades with Leaf’s blade takeback program or recycle them at scrap metal facilities. And if the razor itself ever has an issue, you can send it in for repair. A tiny screw came loose on mine once, and Leaf fixed it instead of me having to buy a whole new handle. Your razor will last for years (ideally forever!), unlike other brands.

02. Shampoo Bars

When I finally tried a solid shampoo bar, I was like, “ooooh THIS is how I get my hair clean!” No matter what liquid shampoo I used, they always left behind gunky buildup. With shampoo bars, I can get right to my roots, and my hair feels super clean. I’ve tried two brands I like equally well, Ethique and HiBar. I love that the packaging is plastic-free, too.

I’ve also tried the conditioner bars, and while they worked, I missed that creamy feel from liquid conditioners (currently loving VERB Volume Conditioner). But I know I can always recycle the bottle easily with beauty packaging recycling programs.

03. Last Swab

My husband used to go through cotton swabs constantly, so I got him a Last Swab, made of reusable silicone. Now I have one for myself, too! It’s not as soft as cotton, but we find it more effective because of the textured ends.

You just swipe the swab with rubbing alcohol when you’re done, and it’s ready for another use. I haven’t bought regular cotton swabs in years! This one swap has helped us avoid hundreds of single-use swabs.

04. Kosas Makeup

When it comes to makeup, I try to stick with clean beauty brands. One of my recent favorites is Kosas, which bans over 2,700 potentially harmful ingredients and follows strict EU safety standards. With so many clean options available now, it just makes sense to choose brands that are safer for us and gentler on the environment.

Their Revealer Concealer and Cloud Set Setting Powder are the best concealer and powder I’ve ever tried. I’ve already repurchased both multiple times, and I don’t see myself switching anytime soon! I buy mine at my local clean beauty store, but you can also grab them at Kosas directly, Sephora, or Credo.

05. SURI Electric Toothbrush

When I was in the market for a new electric toothbrush, I switched to the Suri. The bristles are plant-based, and the heads can be sent back for recycling. The body is designed to be opened up so parts can be reused or recycled, too. Even better, if anything ever breaks, you can send it in for repair instead of replacing the whole thing (just like the Leaf razor).

I sprung for the UV charging case (a must for travel), and it looks great on the bathroom counter!

06. TUSHY Bidet Attachment

The cost of toilet paper is one of those irrational things that drives me crazy. So, in my quest to cut back on waste (and avoid constantly buying more TP), we got a TUSHY bidet attachment! I’m totally team bidet now. It was easy to install (well, my husband did it. He’s the water engineer so he got that job!) and so simple to use. I wish we’d made this swap sooner!

07. Beauty Packaging Recycling

Ever finish a beauty product and wonder, “Can I recycle this? The container? The cap? What about the dropper or sprayer?” That’s where companies like Terracycle and Pact Collective come in! Instead of “wish-cycling” my products in the normal bin, I know my bathroom products will be recycled correctly through these programs.

Pact partners with Sephora, Ulta, and Nordstrom stores to collect hard-to-recycle items (check where to find a bin near you here)! My fave clean beauty store in Charleston has a Terracycle box for customers to use, but you can also order one for your home. I go through my products every few months, give them a quick rinse or wipe-out, and drop them off. Until then, I just keep empties in a bin under my sink.

Many brands like Summer Fridays and Ilia have their own recycling programs with rewards, so be sure to check with your favorite brands, too!

Making Your Sustainable Bathroom Swaps

I’ve made all of these swaps over the span of a few years, so don’t feel like you need to overhaul your entire bathroom at once. Next time you need to replace something, consider trying one of these swaps! While you might pay a little more upfront, they’ll save you money and reduce waste in the long run. Let me know in the comments which one you want to try first!