Your bathroom might be one of the smallest rooms in your home, but it’s also one of the biggest opportunities to make a difference for the planet. From the products you use every day to the way you dispose of them, small changes in your bathroom routine can add up to a meaningful impact.
Here are a few simple ways to create a sustainable bathroom routine for your health, your wallet, and the Earth.
1. Choose Products with Planet-Friendly Packaging
Most bathroom waste comes from plastic packaging. Look for products in recyclable, post consumer recycled, glass or aluminum bottles. Even more, choose brands committed to a holistic approach to sustainability beyond the product’s given lifecycle (i.e. “circular model”).. More on that in another blog!
Essential Oxygen’s switch: Our On-Demand Tooth Polish now comes in upgraded 100% biodegradable packaging, and the rest of our products are made with 50% post-consumer recycled (PCR) materials and are recyclable.
2. Upgrade to Eco-Friendly Tools
Plastic toothbrushes never break down, and most people throw out 4-5 a year. That’s a lot of plastic in landfills. Switching to a bamboo toothbrush is one of the easiest swaps you can make.
Essential Oxygen’s switch: Try our new Organic Bamboo Toothbrushes paired with our Organic Bamboo Travel Cases. They’re compostable, durable, and perfect for an eco-friendly routine at home or on the go.
3. Simplify Your Routine
Fewer products mean less waste. Instead of cluttering your bathroom with dozens of items, look for multi-purpose products that do more with less.
Essential Oxygen’s switch: Our BR Mouthwash + Brushing Rinse is an all-in-one pre-rinse (before brushing or flossing), a toothpaste alternative and a post-brushing mouthwash, replacing multiple oral care products with one effective, natural option.
4. Choose Non-Toxic Ingredients
Many bathroom staples contain harsh chemicals that end up in our bodies and waterways. Choosing clean, non-toxic formulas is safer for you and better for the environment.
Essential Oxygen’s switch: Our Low Abrasion Organic Toothpaste, On-Demand Tooth Polish, and BR Mouthwash + Brushing Rinse are powered by food grade hydrogen peroxide, nature’s safe and effective way to clean without the toxins found in conventional oral care. All ingredients are non-gmo and organic, when possible!
5. Clean Sustainably
Bathroom cleaning is often one of the biggest sources of chemical exposure in the home. Swap out harsh sprays and synthetic sponges for eco-friendly alternatives that clean just as well.
Essential Oxygen’s switch: Pair our non-toxic High Touch Surface Cleaner with our new Biodegradable Sponges. They’re tough on messes, gentle on the planet, and break down naturally after use.
6. Conserve Water and Energy
Turn off the tap while brushing, take shorter showers, and switch to energy-efficient bulbs in your bathroom. These small shifts save resources every single day.
7. Recycle + Repurpose
Set up a small recycling bin in your bathroom to make it easy to recycle bottles, cardboard, and paper. You can also repurpose glass jars and containers for storage.
8. Dispose Mindfully And Make It Count
Swapping to a bamboo toothbrush only completes the sustainability loop if you discard it conscientiously. Here’s how:
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Repurpose first
Extend its life! Use the old toothbrush for detail cleaning (tiles, spouts, electronics) or plant markers. It’s a nifty second act. -
Remove the bristles
They’re typically nylon and not compost-safe. Grab pliers and pull them out. You can also remove any metal staples. -
Recycle what you can
Put the bristles (and staples) into your recycling, but stash them inside a larger recycled container first, small bits vanish fast. -
Compost the handle
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At home: chop it up for faster breakdown- expect 4–6 months.
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Industrial composting: a few weeks.
- No compost? Bury it in the garden or toss, bamboo will degrade in time.
Ready to Brighten Your Routine?
Switching to sustainable oral care, eco-friendly tools, and biodegradable cleaning supplies is one of the easiest (and healthiest) changes you can make in your bathroom. Explore Essential Oxygen’s oral care line, bamboo toothbrushes, and biodegradable sponges to start your planet-positive bathroom routine today.
