Is it possible to poop without using toilet paper?
The idea seems surprising so much this little leaf is part of our daily lives.
But do you know that every day 27,000 trees are felled to make toilet paper?
Besides, toilet paper... is not that hygienic.
Not to mention that it costs... the skin of the buttocks!
How much ? We spend €360/year on toilet paper for a family of 4!
It's for all these reasons that I decided to wipe my butt without!
How do I poop now? I use a simple washcloth!
But don't worry, it's not the only solution.
Here are 7 super zero waste alternatives to replace toilet paper once and for all. Watch:
This is perhaps the simplest solution and it is the one I chose!
Just take an old washcloth dedicated to this use.
Once you have peed or pooped, moisten the glove and wipe your buttocks with it.
This is what some parents do to clean their baby's bottom.
This avoids the use of wipes or disposable cotton.
Of course, this requires a bit of organization.
You need a sink nearby.
Because the idea is to be able to moisten and rinse the glove before and after use.
You should also remember to install a container that closes to put the dirty gloves before washing.
A bit like a diaper bin;-)
And finally, enough washcloths for the whole family!
You know washable make-up remover wipes, homemade baby cleansing wipes, washable paper towel...
Well now, all you have to do is switch to washable wipes for toilets!
It is an ecological alternative just as simple as the glove.
They are moistened before use.
Then just wipe as if it were toilet paper, then wash them.
The advantage is that you can make your own washable wipes from scraps of fabric, as explained here.
It's also a great way to recycle your old towels.
Or of course, you can totally buy them these ready-made washcloths.
Yes, you can also make washable toilet paper .
The principle is almost the same as with wipes.
Only the shape changes.
Instead of having wipes, they are washable and reusable cloth squares.
Each square is attached to another thanks to a pressure system.
When you have about ten sheets, you can make a roll with them.
As with classic toilet paper, you take a sheet and wipe yourself with it.
Once used, store them in an airtight container before washing.
It's like with cloth diapers for babies.
It is very economical, because you can make them yourself.
But you can also find them in organic stores, creative shops or on the Internet.
Ah, we all laughed at thebidet from grandmother at least once!
And yet, as often, Grandma was right.
Yes, until the 1960s, the bidet was very common in bathrooms.
It allowed for excellent intimate hygiene without using toilet paper.
But it was quickly dethroned by the roller we all know today.
It must be said that it takes up less space!
But if your toilets are big enough or if they are in the bathroom...
Nothing prevents you from bringing the bidet back into fashion!
But many of us wonder how to use it.
If I tell you that in old French, bidet means 'little horse', I give you a hint!
After doing your business, you have to run the water and adjust it to the right temperature, then straddle the bidet to wash your private parts.
There are two solutions for this.
Either we stand facing the tap .
This is convenient for setting the water temperature and controlling the amount used. Especially if you want to clean your genitals.
On the other hand, it involves taking off your pants or at least one leg of the pants.
Either we put back to the tap . It is particularly much more practical for cleaning your anus.
And it avoids having to undress completely.
No space in your WC to install a bidet?
No problem!
You can very well put a hand shower.
If you've ever traveled to Asia, you must have come across it.
It is fixed on the toilet bowl or just next to it.
And we use the shower jet to get our buttocks clean!
Watch this video to learn how.
The advantage is that these hand showers adapt to all toilets.
And besides, they are not very expensive.
But the best part is that it's one of the most hygienic ways to wash your buttocks.
Another advantage is that it allows menstruating women to clean themselves up quickly and easily.
Japanese toilets need no introduction!
They are famous all over the world.
And it's true that they are an example of technical ingenuity to have perfect intimate hygiene.
A hand shower is integrated into the toilets and allows you to wash your private parts directly after the small or big errand.
Japanese toilets are even equipped with a drying system thanks to a hot blast to keep your buttocks dry!
Unfortunately, these luxury toilets come at a price. And you can imagine that it's super expensive as you can see here!
However, there are much cheaper alternatives .
You can just get a toilet seat equipped with a cleaning system.
The functions are the same (cleaning, water temperature adjustment, drying...), but the price is much lower.
Finally, another option, a bidet that adapts to all toilets without changing the seat.
This French system makes it possible to transform classic toilets into super Japanese toilets in 10 min.
In many countries, the use of toilet paper remains an exception.
Know that 70% of countries in the world do not use toilet paper.
This is particularly the case of many Muslim countries or India.
So what is the alternative to having a clean butt after going to the toilet?
Simply a bottle of water or a bucket of water.
Just run the water over her private parts.
And with the other hand, we clean up.
Here's how to do it in video.
You can possibly use a sponge if you don't want your hands to come into contact with your excrement.
Of course, don't forget to wash your hands afterwards!
The advantage? This is the most economical solution!
Are you tempted to use gloves, washable wipes or zero waste toilet paper?
You're probably wondering how to avoid bad smells ?
It's actually quite simple.
Of course, you must store your washable paper in an airtight container.
But before closing it, sprinkle the dirty wipes with baking soda and put a few drops of tea tree essential oil.
You thus have a deodorizing, disinfecting and antifungal action.
This is a trick well known to parents who use cloth diapers for their babies.
Once the bin is full enough, just machine wash everything.
The manufacture of toilet paper is responsible for 15% of global deforestation.
Mind-blowing, right?
And only 40% of all that toilet paper comes from recycled paper.
The rest is made directly with wood from virgin forests.
It's even worse in the United States, where only 2% of toilet paper comes from recycled fibers.
Hello deforestation!
This is why comment-economiser.fr plants thousands of trees every year to limit deforestation... And all that, thanks to you!
Finally last number that sends shivers down your spine...
You need at least 140 liters of water to make a single roll of toilet paper!
Not to mention that all that paper is thrown away...
On average, each European uses 13 kg of toilet paper per year... That's as much waste!
It's a real ecological disaster!
Makes you think, doesn't it?
