7 Best flushable wipes 2021: from baby wipes to beauty wipes
IN RECENT years, wet wipes have gotten a pretty terrible reputation - and for very good reason.
Non-biodegradable wipes that are flushed down the loo cause build ups in the world's sewer system - but instead of avoiding them altogether, check out out list of the best flushable wipes that should take pride of place in your bathroom.
Today, times are changing - and not only are there are a plethora of biodegradable, eco-friendly wet wipes on the market now, but you can also find wipes that are totally safe to flush down the loo and won't risk causing any nasty fatbergs in our sewage system.
Wet wipes have many uses, from wiping away baby mess to cleaning a child's sticky fingers.
They're also great for beauty needs, like removing eye makeup, and they can clean up household stains or get rid of dust - they can even freshen you up after a music festival, or on the go.
How can you tell if a wet wipe is really safe to flush, though? Look out for symbol on the packaging. These wipes have all passed stringent Water UK testing ensuring that they won't contribute to the fatberg epidemic when flushed.
In the US, a new start-up, , is leading the fight against fatbergs: it's a cleansing fluid you apply to your loo roll so it has the same effect as a wet wipe, minus the waste.
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1. Best flushable fragranced wipes: Andrex Classic Clean Washlets
- 40 Andrex Classic Clean Washlets, £1.99 from Boots -
Loo roll giant Andrex have transformed that classic Andrex feeling from their trusty loo roll into a flushable, eco-conscious wet wipe.
Now with Water UK's Fine to Flush certification, these biodegradable wipes can be flushed away with no worries whatsoever.
They're scented with micellar water and a cotton fresh fragrance, and are a favourite when travelling or out and about.
You get 40 lightly moist wet wipes in a pack, and for under £2 - we think it's a steal.
2. Best certified flushable wipes: Natracare Safe to Flush
- (6 pack) 30 Natracare Wipes, £15.25 from Amazon -
Natracare's Safe to Flush plastic-free wipes have undergone vigorous safety testing to ensure they won't cause sewer system blockages once they're flushed down the loo.
The organic formula is infused with soothing, antibacterial ingredients like aloe vera and witch hazel.
Fans claims it disintegrates like toilet paper, and if Water UK have certified it safe for our bogs - then it's a win from us.
3. Best flushable eco-wipes: Eco by Naty Flushable Wipes
- 42 Eco by Naty Unscented Wipes, £2.70 from Natural Collection -
Made from natural ingredients like unbleached wood pulp and water, these chemical and plastic-free wipes are a hit.
They're biodegradable, hypoallergenic wipes loved by both eco-conscious parents - and their kids.
They're also chock with aloe vera, which is extra soft on sensitive baby skin. It's a great way to make potty training extra safe, and interesting while you teach your baby about the importance of being eco-conscious.
4. Best flushable individual wipes: Beastwipes
- 28 Beastwipes, £7.49 from Amazon -
These pocket-sized wipes comfortably slip into any pocket or purse, and are moistened with a combination of aloe and chamomile.
Beastwipes are specially made with a PH balanced and alcohol-free formula, so they are extra soft on the most sensitive of skin.
In each pack you get 28 individually wrapped wipes which is ideal for discreet, on-the-go wiping needs.
5. Best flushable aqua wipes: Kandoo Aquas
- 50 Kandoo Aquas Flushable Wipes (12 pack), £27.50 from Amazon -
Plastic-free and biodegradable, these aqua wipes can be used for everything from potty training to removing makeup.
Since they are made with 99 per cent water, they can even be used on newborn sensitive skin - especially sine they're totally chemical and fragrance-free.
They have a number of five-star reviews, and fans love that are gentle, ecological, effective - and flushable.
And for 12 packs of 50 (that's 600 wipes!) for under £30, there's more than enough for the whole family - at a great price.
6. Best flushable wipes for men: Dude Wipes
- Dude Wipes (3 packs of 48), £28.29 from Amazon -
Okay, so these technically could be used by the whole family - but why not get the blokes on board for washing down there, too?
They're 25% larger than your average wet wipes to cover all the 'dude' bits, we imagine...?
Dude wipes are hypoallergenic, and paraben-free and all 48 are individually wrapped for discreet dude wiping on the go.
Guess you could say you'll be the king of the throne (sorry).
7. Best flushable wipes dispenser for kids: Kandoo Melon Flushable Wipes and Dispenser
- Kandoo Melon Flushable Wipes and Dispenser, £4.49 from Amazon -
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