When was the last time you finished a tube of lip balm? If you’re anything like me, they mysteriously disappear before you ever reach the bottom. But here’s something even wilder—that plastic tube? It’s going to outlive us all. Yep, every plastic lip balm you’ve ever owned is still hanging around somewhere on this planet. And that’s a problem.
The Ugly Truth About Plastic Lip Balm Tubes
Most traditional lip balms come in plastic tubes that aren’t recyclable (even if they have a recycling symbol). These tiny tubes often end up in landfills, the ocean, or breaking down into microplastics that sneak their way into our water, soil, and even our bodies. The beauty industry alone pumps out over 120 billion units of plastic packaging every year, and a huge chunk of that is single-use.
But it gets worse. Plastic lip balm tubes are often made with a mix of materials (like different plastics, labels, and tiny mechanisms) that make them impossible to recycle in most facilities. So, every time you toss one out, it’s likely sticking around for hundreds of years.
Why Plastic-Free Lip Balm is the Future
Switching to plastic-free lip balm isn’t just a feel-good move—it’s a real way to cut down on waste and reduce your impact on the planet. Here’s why it matters:
🌱 No More Plastic Waste – A biodegradable or recyclable tube means your lip balm won’t be part of the 8 million tons of plastic polluting our oceans every year.
🌍 Sustainable Ingredients – Many plastic-free brands (like Hello Wink!) prioritize natural, nourishing ingredients without the petroleum-based additives found in traditional balms.
♻️ Better Packaging, Less Guilt – Our paperboard tubes are fully compostable, so when you’re done, you can toss them in your compost bin instead of a landfill.
The Hello Wink Difference
At Hello Wink, we believe makeup should be kind to your skin and the planet. That’s why our zero-plastic lip balms and All Over Color Sticks come in biodegradable tubes—so you can swipe, glow, and toss without the guilt.
Making the switch is easy, and it’s one small change that adds up to a big impact over time. So, next time your old lip balm runs out (or mysteriously disappears into the void), replace it with a plastic-free option. Your lips—and the planet—will thank you. 💋✨
Ready to Make the Swap?
Check out our plastic-free lip balms and color sticks [here] (insert link)! Let’s ditch plastic, one tube at a time. #PlasticFreeGlow