You’ve probably never thought about how standard makeup bags are made. Well, the answer isn’t pretty: they’re usually cheap PVC or fake leather. And if you’ve ever had a liquid concealer leak inside one, you know the ultimate fate of that bag: it gets thrown straight into the trash because you can't properly clean it.
Tired of throwing out makeup bags that should still have plenty of life left? Maybe it’s time to switch to an eco-friendly cosmetic bag made from a sustainable material like washable kraft paper.
It's washable!
If your makeup bag is made of cheap plastic, residue from everyday spills gets trapped in the seams and stains the material permanently, and then starts to smell. That won’t be a problem with washable paper cosmetic bags that can literally be tossed in the washing machine or rinsed out in the sink. They dry quickly and look good as new!
Ditch the plastic off-gassing
Ever notice that strong, toxic chemical smell when you first buy cheap PVC cosmetic bags? Those are volatile organic compounds and phthalates, which means that you’re putting your skincare products and makeup brushes (things that touch your face daily) inside a chemical pouch. An eco-friendly cosmetic bag is completely non-toxic and odourless.
No cracking or peeling
Most cheap cosmetic bags are made of PU leather, and as you probably already know, that material will crack and flake off into tiny microplastic bits within a few months. Washable paper is the opposite: it gets softer and develops a beautiful leather-like crinkled texture the more you use it, without ever peeling.
Lightweight and low impact
And of course, washable kraft paper is incredibly lightweight, saving your shoulders when you pack a travel bag. Best of all, it leaves a fraction of the environmental footprint compared to synthetic materials!
Check out our Munro Kraft Paper Cosmetic Bag here at Rockside if you’re looking for something that can handle real life! It has everything that makes eco friendly cosmetic bags worth switching to, plus thoughtful details like a handy little strap on the side to make it easy to grab out of your suitcase or toss into your daily tote.