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A beautiful collection of products kind to you, our planet, & the bees 💚 V-🐝
Delivered #plasticfree 📦 #zerowaste

Why use a Washable Reusable Biodegradable Face Mas

Why use a Washable Reusable Biodegradable Face Mask?
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Face masks became a matter of common sense in Asia after the 2002 Sars epidemic. They were no longer an indicator of disease and more akin to putting on a jacket when it’s cold. Now, masks are becoming mandatory around the world as one of the measures to slow the transmission of coronavirus.
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Unless you regularly come into contact with many people who could have Covid-19, or are in a High-risk category a medical-grade N95 mask isn’t necessary (WHO Guidelines).
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Medical-grade masks are commonly made from polypropylene, a very dense thermoplastic, which is non-biodegradable and non-recyclable. In a hospital environment, these items are regarded as medical waste but we’re seeing them littering our streets and washing up on beaches across the world. This litter represents not just a threat to the health of the people who encounter it and clean it up, but also to the environment as a whole.
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The French Environmental Organisation, Opération Mer Propre (Operation Clean Sea) has released some hard-hitting footage of personal protective equipment (PPE) littering ocean floors, with the founder, Laurent Lombard, warning that there could soon be “more masks than jellyfish in the waters of the Mediterranean”.
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WHAT CAN WE DO IF WE DON'T NEED TO WEAR A MEDICAL GRADE FACE MASK?
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😷 Many face masks contain plastic - always check the material they are made from.
😷 Face Masks containing plastic take hundreds of years to break down and if not disposed of correctly can end up polluting our oceans.
😷 If you have old t-shirts or fabric at home and you are nifty on the sewing machine there are lots of step by step tutorials on YouTube so you can make your own 💚
😷 Choose to reuse! Both the UK government and the World Health Organisation (WHO) advise that unless you fall into a high-risk group, you can make your own washable, reusable masks or face coverings.
😷 Purchase washable, reusable Face Mask made from biodegradeable fabrics.
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Share your reusable face masks with the tag #choosetoreuse
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Love this... 🐝🐝🐝 "ALL of our bees are in

Love this... 🐝🐝🐝

"ALL of our bees are in decline and during the day they need to drink. Please put a "bee bar" out for them daily in your gardens, just to keep them hydrated. A small tub with some stones in is perfect and they will appreciate your help by doing this.Some of my visiting honey bees enjoying a well earned drink." - Lisa Jayne Burton

Whoop whoop! You guys rock! 🙌 Today sees the la

Whoop whoop! You guys rock! 🙌
Today sees the last day of #plasticfreejuly2020 and we have seen you making swaps to plastic-free, natural and sustainable products! It's been humbling and inspiring to see 💚
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We are so grateful to you our community of eco warriors making changes big and small. Just one plastic-free eco-friendly swap makes a difference to our planet. Slow and steady 😊
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We can't thank you enough for supporting us, sharing your swaps, leaving reviews and sending us your suggestions for new products 💚
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We have so many exciting new products coming....we can't wait to share them with you! We are working with lots of new exciting brands and we will continue to work with our current suppliers who all work hard to bring us amazing products.
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This is all possible because of YOUR support we continue to invest in our company and bring you the best eco-friendly products.
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Keep your suggestions coming and let us know below your favourite plastic-free swap this month. We love hearing from you.
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From the bottom of our hearts - THANK YOU!
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Be the change you want to see in the world 🌎 Because you really do make a difference.
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💚 Colette & Charlie V-🐝

💚 GET EXCITED 💚 35% OFF ALL OUR ZAO NAIL VAR

💚 GET EXCITED 💚 35% OFF ALL OUR ZAO NAIL VARNISH 🥳
*while stocks last!
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WITH OVER 20 DIFFERENT COLOURS TO CHOOSE FROM 🙌
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ZAO offered the opportunity to have a 35% off sale and we jumped at the chance! We know once you try these TOXIN-FREE nail varnishes you will love them as much as we do!
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These nail varnishes are enriched with silca made from bamboo oil to condition your nails. Your nails will not feel dry after you remove the polish. Especially when used in conjunction with our 100% Natural Nail Varnish Remover.
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ZAO have replaced petrochemical solvents found in nail varnish with agro-solvents made from potato, corn and wheat!
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ZAO has devised these nail varnishes so you can enjoy the quality and longevity of a traditional nail varnish but without the toxic chemicals 💚
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REDUCING PLASTIC
ZAO nail varnish comes housed in a glass bottle with a bamboo lid. The brush and inside of lid does contain plastic - but currently there is not a plastic-free vegan solution. However the bamboo lids do reduce plastic and the toxic free formulation is 100% better for you and our planet!
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Head over to our stories to see all the colours in our videos!
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35% off whilst stock lasts! 💚 V-🐝
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🥳 COMPETITION NOW CLOSED 🥳 WE HAVE A WINNER

🥳 COMPETITION NOW CLOSED 🥳 WE HAVE A WINNER MEGHAN DOBSON CONGRATULATIONS 🥳

💚 It's our final #plasticfreegiveaway for #plasticfreejuly 💚
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This week we are giving you the opportunity to WIN this amazing bundle of Eco-friendly Bathroom products! Yay!
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HOW TO WIN:
💚 FOLLOW US
💚 LIKE THIS POST
💚 TAG A FRIEND THAT WOULD BE INTERESTED IN MAKING A PLASTIC-FREE SWAP
💚 SHARE ON YOUR STORIES/GRID OR FB POST FOR AN EXTRA ENTRY
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Our competition is running across our Instagram & Facebook page and closes on SUNDAY 2nd AUGUST. Open to UK residents only. The winner will be announced on MONDAY 3rd AUGUST.
GOOD LUCK 💚
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#plasticfreejuly2020 #plasticfreejulychallenge #plasticfreeliving #plasticfreelife #verabeelove #plasticfreeoceans #plasticfreebathroom #zerowastebathroom #greenlifestyle #sustainablelifestyle #ecofriendlyliving

#plasticfreehaircare The haircare industry this ye

#plasticfreehaircare The haircare industry this year alone is worth 87.9 BILLION dollars! And most of those products will be in single-use plastic! 😯
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We want to change that at Vera-Bee and have continued to grow our haircare collection. We now stock Shampoo and conditioner bars, beauty kubes shampoo & conditioner, liquid shampoo & conditioner in glass & aluminium bottles and organic Apple cider vinegar botanical hair rinses.
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We haven't stopped there! We now stock a range of styling products including hairspray, hair wax, dry shampoo, sea salt spray, volumising spray and hair milk (leave in conditioner/serum)!
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And nope we haven't stopped there either! We stock plastic-free organic cotton hairbands, bamboo hairbrushes and combs!
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With so many #plasticfreeuk hair products we can all make one swap and together this will make a big difference to our #plasticwaste
Plus they are all 100% Natural and full of hair-loving ingredients. You will be amazed what a difference they make to your hair!
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Have you swapped to a natural plastic-free haircare product? We would love to know what your favourite haircare swaps are 💚 V-🐝
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www.vera-bee.com

#plasticfreejuly Week 4 💚 This week we are focu

#plasticfreejuly Week 4 💚 This week we are focusing on the BATHROOM! 💚
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Whilst us Brits recycle 90 per cent of our kitchen packaging, only half of our bathroom waste is recycled.

Meaning bathroom waste accounts for 30-40 per cent of total landfill waste, where items such as nappies, plastic bottles and toothpaste tubes can take up to 500 years to decompose. And lots of plastic bottles simply aren't suitable for recycling anyway.
The average Brit uses over 52,000 bathroom products in their lifetime, weighing a total of 512 kilograms, and over 38,000 wet wipes which take 100 years to decompose each.

Women’s health and beauty products account for a significant proportion of this waste, with the average woman producing 527 items of bathroom waste each year.

However, the issue of bathroom waste runs deeper than plastic packaging – many everyday bathroom products such as shower gels, shampoos and toothpaste contain harmful chemicals and microplastics which eventually wash into the sea, causing serious damage to marine wildlife.
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We will be sharing our Natural, Sustainable and Plastic-free bathroom swaps with you over the coming week to help you make a difference 🙌
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🥳 WE HAVE A WINNER @nohurrybehappy CONGRATULATI

🥳 WE HAVE A WINNER @nohurrybehappy CONGRATULATIONS. Please send us a message and we will get your goodies posted 🥳
💚 Another week....another #plasticfreejuly Giveaway! 💚
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This week we are giving you the opportunity to WIN this beautiful bundle of #naturalskincareproducts
THIS IS OUR FAVOURITE BUNDLE OF SKINCARE PRODUCTS. We have included cleansers, face scrub, eye cream, serum, face mask and moisturisers!
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HOW TO WIN:
💚 LIKE THIS POST
💚 TAG A FRIEND THAT WOULD LIKE TO MAKE A PLASTIC-FREE SWAP
💚 SHARE ON YOUR STORIES/GRID OR POST ON YOUR FB PAGE FOR AN EXTRA ENTRY
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Competition is running across our Instagram & Facebook page and closes on Thursday 23rd July 2020. Open to UK residents only. The winner will be announced on Friday 24th July. GOOD LUCK 💚
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#selfcaresunday Face Scrubs & Face Masks 💚 . Wh

#selfcaresunday Face Scrubs & Face Masks 💚
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Why should you use a Face Scrub?
A face scrub exfoliates the skin removing dead skin cells. It's recommended to use a scrub twice a week - unless you have sensitive skin, if so you should use a scrub once a week. Doing this on a bi-weekly basis is the optimal amount of time between the build up of dead skin cells which the scrub works to remove, clearing the pores and revealing the smoother, fresh skin below. By revealing the healthier skin and removing any debris on the surface, including dirt & unblocking the pores, it will be far more receptive to any products applied afterwards (such as a face mask), meaning you’re likely to see better results.
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How to use: After cleansing your face in the morning or evening, & while your skin is still a little damp, apply your chosen scrub to your face using the finger tips. Using the lengths of your fingers, gently massage the scrub into the face in circular upward motions. This action will also help stimulate circulation in the face, making the skin look plumper and refreshed. Rinse your face with lukewarm or cold water, never use hot water on your face! Cold water is great for helping close the pores alongside your toner.
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Why should you use a Face Mask?
It’s recommended that you use a face mask once or twice a week to treat your skin, however this is more personal depending on your skin type, what works for you, & which mask you are using. Our face masks are targeted skincare products, and we have covered all skin care concerns. As for when to apply your mask in relation to your other skincare products, the best time is either after cleansing, or better yet, after your scrub! The skin will be more receptive to the ingredients in the face mask following a scrub, meaning it will be more effective at treating the skin. Similarly, after cleansing or scrubbing, the pores will be clear and unblocked, allowing the active formula in your face mask to get deep into the epidermis. By applying a mask in your evening routine you will get the best from your night time serum/face oil and moisturiser as our cells renew whilst we sleep.
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A weekly treat for your skin 💚 V-🐝

It's the simple things in life 💚 . To all that

It's the simple things in life 💚
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To all that need this today 🙌 #keepgoing
💚 Colette & Charlie V-🐝
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#plasticfreejuly #bekind #bekindtoyourself #ecofriendlyliving #sustainablelifestyle #plasticfreejuly2020 #plasticfreeuk #zerowasteuk #greenliving #ecofriendly #verabeelove #staystrong #motivationalquote

🥳 WE HAVE A WINNER @enchanting.early.years Plea

🥳 WE HAVE A WINNER @enchanting.early.years Please message us so we can send you your Goodies! 🥳
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💚 Another week ...another #plasticfreejuly Giveaway! 💚
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This week we are giving you the opportunity to WIN this fabulous bundle of Eco-friendly Cleaning products! #plasticfreegiveaway
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HOW TO WIN:
💚 LIKE THIS POST
💚 TAG A FRIEND THAT WOULD LIKE TO MAKE A PLASTIC-FREE SWAP
💚 SHARE ON YOUR STORIES OR GRID/POSY FOR AN EXTRA ENTRY
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Competition is running across our Instagram & Facebook page and closes on FRIDAY 17th JULY. Open to UK residents only. The winner will be announced on SATURDAY 18th JULY.
GOOD LUCK 💚
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#plasticfreejuly2020 #plasticfreechallenge #ecofriendlyliving #plasticfreeuk #zerowasteuk #sustainablelifestyle #verabeelove #zerowastehome #saynotosingleuseplastic #ecofirendlycleaning #naturalcleaning #greencleaning

A little reminder to #keepgoing 💚 With #plastic

A little reminder to #keepgoing 💚
With #plasticfreejuly in full swing I didn't post my normal #mondaymotivationalquote
So here is one for Friday instead 💚
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We know trying to live sustainably and reduce plastic use in our lives can seem overwhelming. Sometimes we feel deflated especially when we see the amount of single-use plastic there is. The pictures of it being left as rubbish to make its way to our rivers and oceans saddens us everytime!
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But we know that despite the challenges, we can make a difference to protect our planet for a cleaner environment. And you guys are doing a great job - you honestly keep us going and motivate us to find more eco-friendly products! Every swap you make - makes a difference!
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Always remember how far you have come. It's the little things that make the big things happen!
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We are always here for you and thank you for being here for us 💚 Colette & Charlie V-🐝

💚 #plasticfreejuly Week 2 💚 . For the second

💚 #plasticfreejuly Week 2 💚
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For the second week of Plastic Free July, we are focusing on eco-friendly Cleaning Products. We have lots of chemical-free and plastic-free products that we swear by to keep our homes spic and span. And, because neither of us are big fans of cleaning, we only stock products which work and get the job done fast. So, if any of your regular cleaning products need replacing, why not try one of our eco-friendly alternatives.
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We will be posting lots of helpful advice and videos on eco-friendly cleaning products this week to help you make an eco-friendly cleaning swap!
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DID YOU KNOW?.....
1. Make your home safer.
Regular cleaning products contain all manner of flammable and toxic substances which can be dangerous to you, your family and your pets. So, ditch the chemicals and go natural.
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2. It's better for your health.
Carcinogens, neurotoxins, mutagens, teratogens, and endocrine disrupters are all chemicals present in supermarket cleaning products. Which is why they can cause coughing, sneezing, skin rashes and headaches. Feel better with green products - literally.
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3. Clean up your indoor air.
Did you know that chemical cleaning products contribute to indoor air pollution. So, using natural chemical-free alternatives is important especially if you or any members of your family suffer from respiratory health problems such as asthma.
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4. Help the environment.
Most ideal green cleaning products are made using sustainable manufacturing practices and naturally derived, safe, non-toxic, and biodegradable ingredients that don't negatively impact the environment. On the other hand, some conventional cleaning products contain ingredients that are toxic, hazardous, non-biodegradable, and from non-renewable resources like petroleum, so they adversely affect the earth's eco-systems.
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5. Save money.
Save money by buying eco-friendly all-purpose cleaners that do multiple jobs. With more and more manufacturers entering the green cleaning scene, natural products are often competitively priced than their conventional, chemical-laden counterparts, and, in some cases even cheaper.
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We hope you enjoy our eco-friendly cleaning collection! 💚 V-🐝

💚 It's the final day to SAVE 10% OFF our On-The

💚 It's the final day to SAVE 10% OFF our On-The-Go products. Use code ONTHEGO10 at checkout 💚
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Shop all of our favourite On-The-Go products at www.vera-bee.com. Take only memories, leave only footprints 💚
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What Plastic-free swap will you make this #plasticfreejuly
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💚 #plasticfreegiveaway 💚 . Yes! We want to g

💚 #plasticfreegiveaway 💚
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Yes! We want to give you an opportunity to win this fabulous bundle of On-The-Go products worth over £40 🙌 for #plasticfreejuly
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How to WIN:
💚 LIKE THIS POST
💚 TAG A FRIEND THAT WOULD LIKE TO MAKE A PLASTIC-FREE SWAP
💚 SHARE ON YOUR STORIES OR GRID/POST FOR AN EXTRA ENTRY
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Competition is running across our Instagram & Facebook Page and closes on Thursday 9th July and only open to UK residents. The winner will be announced on FRIDAY 10th JULY. GOOD LUCK 💚
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#plasticfreejuly2020 #plasticfreechallenge #ecofriendlyliving #plasticfreeuk #zerowasteuk #sustainablelifestyle #verabeelove #zerowastehome #ecofriendly #saynotosingleuseplastic

Our bestselling Shampoo, Conditioner & Body Wash C

Our bestselling Shampoo, Conditioner & Body Wash Collection by Beauty Kubes - Plastic Free, Cruelty-free, Palm-oil Free, Vegan and organic ingredients! These really do tick all the boxes! And they make a great #plasticfreejuly swap.
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Once you try these we are confident you will never go back to plastic bottled shampoo, conditioner or body wash. They really are our bestsellers for good reason. They are AMAZING!
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And they are great for taking away with you too. We love taking them camping with us, plus they are so easy to use. Simply crumble a dry cube in your hand add water and wash away in beautiful creamy lather.
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There is no transition period with these shampoo beauty kubes. Each box of plastic free shampoo Kubes is packed with natural, hair loving ingredients and gentle, biodegradable cleansing agents. 1 Cube = 1 Wash. They leave your hair soft & supple. Especially good if you live in a hard water area like us, we have found these work great – in fact they are amazing! They don’t leave any waxy residue on the hair and free from build-up. They leave your hair soft and bouncy!
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Each full sized box contains 27 cubes. 1 cube = 1 wash. And we have sample packs which contain 3 cubes. So you can try before you buy. We also love taking the sample packs with us for weekends away.
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Beauty Kubes are made from a combination of natural ingredients and gentle, biodegradable cleansing agents, all ingredients are Ecocert approved, sulphate free & synthetic preservative free. Palm oil free & Vegan.
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Available in:
Shampoo for Dry Hair (Pink box)
Shampoo for Oily Hair (Green box)
Shampoo for Sensitive & Dandruff Hair/Scalp (Blue Box)
Shampoo & Body Wash for Normal Hair (Yellow box)
Mens Shampoo & Body Wash (Grey box)
Body Wash White Tea & Citrus (White Box)
Conditioner Normal - Dry Hair (Red Box)
Conditioner Sensitive (Blue box)

All full sized boxes come in a sample size too!
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Packaging – Beauty Kubes come completely plastic-free & to help extend their shelf life they are now wrapped with a new 100% plastic free, plant-based, home compostable wrap.
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We cant wait for you to try these 💚 Colette & Charlie V-🐝
Available now at www.vera-bee.com

#plasticfreejuly Reusable Shopping Bags 💚 This

#plasticfreejuly
Reusable Shopping Bags 💚 This might seem like an obvious swap but it is amazing how many times we can forget our shopping bags! That's why we stock these fabulous organic cotton fairtrade string Shopping Bags.
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They are super light and roll up, scrunch up & can be stuffed into the smallest space - your pocket, handbag or backpack. Yet they take up to 40kg of weight and just keep on expanding!
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We keep a couple in our car and in our handbags so we are never caught short when we go to the shop for some bread and end up with a whole basket!
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These will keep you going for years! And if we all start using reusable bags there will be no need for businesses to make plastic bags! 🙌
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A really easy swap 💚 V-🐝
Available in Natural, Blush, Duck Egg Blue, Green & Primrose Yellow at www.vera-bee.com
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#plasticfreechallenge #stringbags #turtlebags #saynotosingleuseplastic #noplasticbags #plasticfreeuk #zerowasteuk #ecofriendly #ecofriendlyliving #verabeelove #zerowastelifestyle #organiccotton #fairtrade

#plasticfreechallenge . Swap #1 On-The-Go Cutler

#plasticfreechallenge
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Swap #1 On-The-Go Cutlery
There are now so many choices available now for Reusable On-The-Go Cutlery which makes it a really easy swap. The Bamboo & Stainless Steel Cutlery is long-lasting and dishwasher safe. These will keep you going for years to come! And when it’s useful days are over, you can compost it. The jute pouch can be washed and reused for years. Stainless Steel will keep going forever!
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Why use Reusable Cutlery?
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Most disposable cutlery is plastic and non-recyclable. Sadly, most of it end up in landfills and oceans, taking hundreds of years to decompose and causing immeasurable damage to our environment.
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Choosing to use reusable cutlery, like this bamboo set and a Stainless Steel Spork, instead of plastic means you are helping to keep our planet green and our fellow creatures safe 💚
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All of these are lightweight and easy to pop in your bag for when you need them.
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One of my favourite #plasticfreeswaps
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💚 Colette V-🐝

IT'S PLASTIC FREE JULY! Join millions of people

IT'S PLASTIC FREE JULY!

Join millions of people reducing their plastic waste.

Plastic Free July is a global movement that helps millions of people be part of the solution to plastic pollution – so we can have cleaner streets, oceans, and beautiful communities. Will you be part of Plastic Free July by choosing to refuse single-use plastics?

If you want to find out more about Plastic Free July, you can go to the website www.plasticfreejuly.org. You can find lots of tips and advice on going plastic free and also sign up to take part in the Plastic Free July Challenge.
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To support Plastic Free July and because we think you are great, we will be running special offers throughout this month. Please check your inbox for our newsletter sent this morning.
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Each week, we will be focusing on different areas of our lives and homes.

WEEK ONE: ON THE GO
WEEK TWO: CLEANING PRODUCTS
WEEK THREE: SKIN CARE
WEEK FOUR: BATHROOM

By making small changes, we all can make a real difference to to the planet's plastic problem.

"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has".

Margaret Mead

We hope you enjoy the month ahead. We will have offers, giveaways, hints & tips to help inspire you all! Lots of love from the Vera-Bees, Colette & Charlie V- 🐝 💚

#mondaymotivationalquote . We love this quote and

#mondaymotivationalquote .
We love this quote and with #plasticfreejuly kicking off this Wednesday it's a good reminder to us all that our Pale Blue Dot needs us!
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I'm sure many of you reading this will have seen the pictures from our beaches and parks with people's rubbish left. This is where educating people plays a big part. It's not enough to keep cleaning up after people. The waste has to go somewhere. We have to stop the use of single-use plastic. The amount of plastic bottles and cups left is absurd. I feel it is our responsibility at Vera-Bee to educate people about reusables. So we can help reduce waste and single-use plastic and ultimately help our planet and the wildlife we share it with to live long after us.
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We want our grandchildren and great grandchildren and great great grandchildren to enjoy the wonders of our Pale Blue Dot. .
Keep spreading the word, share your reusables with family & friends to help them see the benefits and educate those around you. Together we can make a difference.
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We have lots of great things coming for plastic free July to help you and your family & friends make plastic free & reusable swaps. They can follow us on here or Facebook for lots of ideas!
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With kindness always, Colette & Charlie V -🐝 💚

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