So many of the hairdressing salons we speak to are looking for ways to operate sustainably while also maintaining high standards of hygiene and service. One simple but impactful change many salons are making is the switch to disposable salon towels. Whether you're running a small independent salon or a larger establishment, using disposable hairdressing towels offers a range of advantages for both your business and the environment. Here are three key benefits of making the switch:
1. Saves Money
One of the most immediate benefits of using disposable salon towels is the cost savings. Traditional hairdressing towels require regular washing, drying, and eventual replacement due to wear and tear. These ongoing laundry and replacement costs can add up quickly! You can save £1000s a year by using disposable hairdressing towels - and you'll reduce your laundry bill! This will save energy and water, on top of disposable towels being cheaper than washing & drying.
2. Saves Time, Water, and Energy
Running a salon involves more than just serving clients; the behind-the-scenes tasks, such as cleaning and maintaining equipment, can consume a significant amount of time. Using disposable salon towels helps free up time that would otherwise be spent washing and drying towels. Without the need for laundry, staff can focus more on providing excellent customer service or managing other aspects of the salon.
3. The Most Sustainable Option (If You Use One Per Client)
While disposable products are often criticised for their environmental impact, compostable salon towels can actually be one of the most sustainable options when used responsibly. Many hairdressing towels, like Replant Towels, are made from plant-based materials, meaning they can be composted and used to grow new plants instead of ending up in landfill!
By using just one towel per client, salons can ensure both hygiene and sustainability. Our research shows that, taking into account the full lifecycle of a reusable vs disposable salon towel, if you use just one disposable towel per client, it's more sustainable! This is because reusable towels often are made from plastics or cotton (which requires a lot of water to grow), and then are washed and dried after each use, requiring lots of energy and water.
So, if you can use one Replant Towel per client, and compost that towel with Green Salon Collective, you're on the right path towards salon sustainability, towel-wise!
In summary, making the switch to disposable hairdressing towels is a smart move for salons looking to save money, conserve resources, and promote sustainability. With these towels, you not only streamline operations but also align your business with modern eco-friendly values — a win for your salon and the planet.
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Did you know that we recommend Replant Towels as a compostable salon towel? They can be composted nationwide across the UK and Ireland thanks to Green Salon Collective's Towel Composting service, and are 100% plant-based! A tree is planted for every order and Replant recommend 7 different ways to reuse them before they hit the compost heap.