Say no to plastic wet wipes

Thanks to a media spotlight on plastic pollution, manufacturers of traditional wet wipes have been unveiled as major pollutants in the fight against plastic.

But there is an answer. Mum & You created their plastic-free baby wipe in 2016, before the focus on plastic reduction gained the momentum we are seeing today

Our wipes:

• Are made using natural plant fibres
• Contain zero plastic
  

So why do others contain plastic? We don’t know why other brands choose profit over sustainability, but the public is sending a strong message that will soon become impossible to ignore: We don’t want plastic.

When you’re trying to do the right thing for the planet, it’s easy to find yourself in an endless stream of information, so we want to cut to the facts. Here’s what you’ve been asking us, and what you need to know:

Why do some wipes still contain plastic?

We have no idea. But we do know that by supporting smaller brands like ours, you’re not just buying eco-friendly products, you’re supporting a new generation of businesses that are focussed on creating a sustainable planet for our babies to inherit.

Are your wipes more expensive?

We’re actually a lot cheaper than some of the bigger brands! If you buy our wipes in bulk, they work out at just over £1 a pack. We have packs of 6, 12 or 24 to choose from, plus a regular subscription which saves you more money.

What are your wipes made from?

M&Y wipes are 99.4% water. No plastic, no microfibres, no damage. The plant fibres we use is produced from a variety of wood species including: beech, spruce, acacia, acer, birch, ash and some others, and is never mixed with other materials, ensuring they stay plastic free and natural.

Is the packet recyclable?  

I already buy your wipes. What else can I do to help?

Firstly, thank you! You’re supporting a small team of mums trying to do the right thing by shopping with us, and we’re very grateful. The best thing you can do is to help us spread the word. Tell everyone you know about our products – lots of people find them handy even without babies in their family! Follow us on social media, share our posts and help us tell the world we’re saying no to plastic wet wipes.

M&Y x