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In response to the Netflix documentary "The Plastic Detox" releasing on 16 March 2026. With the launch of the Netflix documentary "The Plastic Detox", the conversation about microplastics in everyday products has reached a global audience. The documentary follows several couples facing unexplained fertility challenges as they attempt to eliminate plastic-related chemicals from their lives over a three-month period. Their journey raises an important question many consumers are now asking: So, are microplastics hiding in our bathrooms? Microplastics are not just found in oceans and food chains. While many brands are only now beginning to address the issue, some companies chose a different path from the start. Beauty Kitchen, for example, has never used plastic ingredients in its formulations. Microplastics can also appear in beauty and personal care products — sometimes hidden behind complex ingredient names. Even though microbeads were banned in many countries several years ago, other plastic ingredients are still commonly used in cosmetic formulations. Microplastics in Skincare: Common Questions Are there microplastics in my skincare? This is one of the most common questions people are asking after watching "The Plastic Detox". While many consumers assume microplastics disappeared when microbeads were banned, the reality is more complex. Many cosmetic products still contain synthetic polymer ingredients that behave like plastic in the environment. Understanding how to spot them in ingredient lists is the first step to avoiding them. Do skincare products still contain plastic? Yes. Although microbeads were banned, many beauty products still contain synthetic polymers, which are forms of plastic used in cosmetic formulations. Moisturisers Cleansers Sunscreens Shampoos Makeup These ingredients are often added to improve how a product feels — making creams smoother, thicker or easier to spread. What exactly are microplastics in beauty products? In cosmetics, microplastics are typically synthetic polymer ingredients that behave like plastic in the environment. Stabilise formulations Improve texture Create a silky or smooth skin feel Extend shelf life While they improve product performance, their environmental persistence is increasingly raising concern among scientists and regulators. What ingredients should I avoid? Plastic ingredients often appear under technical names in ingredient lists. Acrylates Copolymer Carbomer Nylon Polyethylene Polypropylene Polyacrylamide PVP These ingredients are typically used as thickeners, film formers, or texture enhancers. How to check your bathroom shelf in 30 seconds If you're wondering whether your skincare products might contain microplastics, a quick bathroom shelf check is a good place to start. Step 1: Turn the product around and read the ingredient list. Look for ingredients beginning with “poly” or containing names such as: Acrylates Copolymer Polyethylene Polypropylene Polyacrylamide PVP Nylon Step 2: Watch for long chemical names. Plastic ingredients are often hidden behind complex terminology. Step 3: Use an ingredient checking tool if you're unsure. Apps such as Plastic Free Future / Beat the Microbead allow you to scan ingredients and identify potential microplastic polymers quickly. Step 4: Challenge your routine. Moisturisers, sunscreens, shampoos, cleansers and makeup can all contain plastic ingredients. Our founder’s perspective “At Beauty Kitchen we made a decision from the very beginning: plastic doesn’t belong in skincare formulas. We have never used plastic ingredients in our formulations. When we develop products, we look far beyond the obvious ingredients. If there is any uncertainty around whether an ingredient may contain plastic, we simply don’t use it.” Jo Chidley, Founder of Beauty Kitchen The bigger picture Microplastics are now part of a wider conversation about the future of beauty and consumers are increasingly asking: What’s in my products? Where do those ingredients end up? How can I choose better alternatives? Understanding ingredient lists and identifying plastic ingredients is the first step. A final thought As documentaries like "The Plastic Detox" bring microplastics into the spotlight, the beauty industry is being challenged to rethink how products are formulated and packaged. All Beauty Kitchen products are microplastic-free. Shop Microplastic-Free

This month is no ordinary month… July is a global moment to raise awareness about plastic waste and inspire change. At Beauty Kitchen, we’ve long recognised this time of year as an opportunity to shine a light on the growing issue of plastic pollution and challenge ourselves—and our community—to make more planet-friendly choices. Because small steps really do make a big difference. Why It Matters: Facing the Plastic Problem  Plastic has transformed modern life, but its convenience comes at a devastating environmental cost: Every piece of plastic ever created still exists today. Globally, over 430 million tonnes of plastic are produced annually, much of it single-use. Despite widespread recycling initiatives, only 9% of plastic ever created has been recycled. Around 23 million tonnes of plastic flow into our oceans each year. By 2050, there could be more plastic in the ocean than fish. This isn't just an environmental problem; it's a deeply human one, affecting our health, wildlife, and future generations. Plastic pollution chokes marine life, disrupts ecosystems, and introduces harmful microplastics into the food chain and even our drinking water. And while plastic gets much of the attention, it's thesingle-use packaging—used once and thrown away—that makes up a huge proportion of this waste. The Beauty Industry’s Plastic Problem The beauty industry is a significant contributor to global plastic waste, with billions ofsingle-use bottles, jars, and packaging discarded every year. Recognising this, Beauty Kitchen decided to take a stand—collaborating with reuse platform Reposit to create our innovative Return for Reward programme, becoming one of the first beauty brands to standardise reusable packaging. Since launching this initiative, we've created durable, reusable packaging from sustainable materials such as aluminium, stainless steel, and glass. Customers can simply return their empty Beauty Kitchen packaging free of charge; we then wash (to medical standards) and reuse it—dramatically cutting down packaging waste.Thanks to the participation of our incredible community, we've already prevented thousands of pieces of single-use packaging from ending up in landfill. Microplastics: The Hidden Problem in Beauty Beyond packaging, microplastics—tiny plastic particles added to many beauty formulations as fillers—pose another hidden threat. These microscopic fragments easily pass through our water systems, contaminating rivers and oceans, and harming wildlife. At Beauty Kitchen, we’ve always ensured our product formulations have no microplastics, believing beauty shouldn't come at the expense of our environment or your health.   What We’re Doing This July In line with the global July campaign to reduce plastic waste and the powerful slogan "Small steps, big difference,”we're encouraging even more customers to take small, meaningful actions by returning their empty Beauty Kitchen packaging. It’s incredibly simple and free to participate—just send your empties back to us and we’ll do the rest. Plus, we believe good deeds should be rewarded! For every bottle you return through our web app, you'll receive £2 voucher to spend on your next Beauty Kitchen purchase. That means if you return 5 bottles, you'll earn a £10 voucher! (If you return your packaging via the website form you’ll receive a discount off your next purchase.) By returning your empties instead of throwing them away, you're helping us tackle the issue of single-use packaging waste head-on—and becoming part of a growing movement that’s changing beauty for the better. Let’s Do This Together This July, millions of people around the world are taking action to reduce plastic in their lives. Whether it’s switching to refillable beauty, cutting down on single-use plastics and packaging, or simply sharing your story—we’re here for it all. So let’s keep going. Let’s keep learning. Let’s keep returning Because small changes really do make a big impact.