In the UK, Lush Cosmetics offers consumers an innovative way to buy soap in the form of soap sheets, which are branded as either Washcards and Wash Sheets.
These thin, rectangular cleansing products resemble sheets of paper that can be torn, or rubbed directly onto the skin as desired. These sheets are made with nourishing ingredients like melon pulp, as well as fruit and botanical oils and are printed with humorous sayings like 'Wash You Were Here.'
Lush Cosmetics is known for being a producer of many package-free products, including bath bombs and soap bars, but its assortment also includes other beauty and personal care products in unusual forms. Other than its innovative Washcards, Lush Cosmetics also offers solid cosmetics and bath oils in ball form.
Single-Use Soap Sheets
Lush Cosmetics' 'Washcards' Can Be Torn for Use in the Shower
Trend Themes
1. Single-use Toiletries - Opportunity for brands to offer single-use, eco-friendly and innovative toiletry options.
2. Paper-based Personal Care - A growing trend towards eco-friendly and portable paper-based personal care products in the cosmetic industry.
3. Alternative Forms of Cosmetics - Increasing demand for alternative forms of cosmetics such as soap sheets, bath bombs and solid cosmetics.
Industry Implications
1. Cosmetic Industry - Brands can innovate and explore eco-friendly or alternative forms of cosmetics to meet changing consumer preferences.
2. Hospitality Industry - Potential for eco-friendly and innovative paper-based toiletries for hotels and travel industry.
3. E-commerce Industry - Online retailers can tap into the growing trend of single-use and eco-friendly paper-based personal care products to meet customer demand.