Fast beauty may look pretty on the surface, but there is a massive catch; the real cost of keeping up with these ever-changing trends, to people and planet.

I'm having a chat about the not-so-pretty side of fast beauty – from the piles of plastic packaging to the pressure on our planet. I've got some stats that might just make you rethink that next 'must-have' beauty buy. But don't worry I do get it, and there are ways to buy beauty products you love, without so much impact. It's about finding that sweet spot between staying trendy and being a true kaitiaki.

In this episode I talk about:

• What fast beauty is and how it took over the industry
• How social media fuels trend cycles and overconsumption
• The environmental impact of beauty packaging and waste
• Why “natural” doesn’t always mean sustainable
• The hidden water and resource footprint behind beauty products
• What fast beauty means for ethics, labour, and ingredient sourcing
• The difference between cruelty-free and vegan (and why it matters)
• Why we buy more than we use - and what that really costs
• What to look for in truly sustainable beauty brands
• How to shift your routine without giving up what you love
• The one thing you can focus on to make your beauty routine more ethical
• Why your spending power matters more than you think

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