by Beza Woda | Dec 18, 2020 | Blog, Family, Flushable Wipes, simpleafbrands
The holiday season in 2020 is proving to be much different than the ones you’re probably used to. Many people are modifying their plans because of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, but that’s not the only reason why people are switching things up.
Weather has been known to ruin holiday travel plans. Traveling is also expensive, so it’s not always possible to get together for a family gathering.
Whether you’re engaging in a socially distanced holiday season or you’re still trying to make a gathering happen, it’s important to have a plan in place to celebrate safely. Here are some great tips for making the most of both situations this year!
Tips for Socially Distanced Holiday Plans
For many people, gathering with family and friends is the biggest reason for engaging in holiday traditions like baking or decorating the house. If you’re no longer gathering like you normally would, it’s easy to feel like the magic has been sucked out of this typically joyous season.
But don’t fret! If you’re practicing social distancing this year, there are still some great ways to enjoy the holidays:
- Decorate (Even if it’s a Party of One)
It’s easy to think that there’s no point in decorating if you don’t plan on having any visitors, but that isn’t the case. Whether you live alone or with a partner or family, decorating for the holidays can be a real mood booster.
If you celebrate Christmas, for example, putting up a tree and other decorations can be quite the experience. Perhaps you remember what’s special about each ornament on your tree, or you find the wreath a relative gave you years ago.
Even if you don’t have visitors to enjoy the decorations with you, there’s something festive and nostalgic about the act of decorating for the holidays. Just because others aren’t around doesn’t mean you can’t get into the holiday spirit.
Plus, decorating the exterior of your house is always worth it. Your neighbors and passersby will appreciate your efforts, and you’ll appreciate seeing others do the same.
- Start a Holiday Group Chat
Just because you’re social distancing doesn’t mean you can’t stay in touch. If you don’t already have one, start a group chat with everyone you usually see for the holidays. This is a great way to stay connected despite being separated.
You can talk about your favorite memories, discuss holiday movies, and share the holiday meals you cook up, order, or even reheat. If all goes well, you’ll be creating new holiday memories to savor and cherish for years to come.
- Do a Secret Santa Over Zoom
If you’ve never done a Secret Santa, it’s a fun and anonymous gift exchange. Everyone in your family or friend group are randomly assigned a person to get a present for. The identity of the gift givers should remain a secret, though everyone can play by their own rules.
After everyone buys and sends their gifts to each other, you can have a video call to open the presents together. Zoom has become a popular option this year, but there are other options for group video calls.
This is a great way to continue the gift-giving holiday tradition while also social distancing. It might not be the same as gathering in person, but this is sure to still be a great time.
- Synchronize Your Events
Another way to still feel together during the holidays is to synchronize events. Everyone can eat together, open presents together, watch movies together, and more. Instead of everything happening separately, these are great ways to make the holidays feel just like they normally do.
For these synchronized events, the group chats and video calls can help bring your family and friends together even more.
Tips for A Safe Holiday Gathering
If you’re still getting together with family over the holidays, you’re probably doing what you can to stay safe while traveling and visiting with others. Here are a few tips to make stating safe much easier:
- Fly the Redeye or Make the Drive
These days, traveling is a concern. If you’re heading to visit some family this holiday season, make sure to take the proper precautions while you’re on the move. Wear masks, use hand sanitizer, and keep wet wipes handy.
It’s probably best to avoid crowded areas like airports. If you have to travel by plane, it might be in your best interest to fly the redeye. These flights often leave late at night and arrive at their destination early in the morning, ensuring that you’re less likely to experience crowds. Additionally, the flights themselves are a lot less crowded, so you can practice some level of social distancing on the plane.
Otherwise, try to make the drive as it cuts down on the number of people you could be exposed to.
Regardless of how you travel, make use of wet wipes to wipe down plane seats, door handles, or any other surface you come into contact with while traveling. This is one added precaution that can keep you safe.
- Stock Up Ahead of Time
If you’re hosting a family gathering for the holidays, make sure to do any necessary shopping ahead of time. Stores are often very busy the day or two before a holiday. Not only does this put you at a greater risk of sickness, but it also means you’ll be waiting in line much longer – which is never fun.
Instead, plan ahead and make sure you have everything you’ll need. That way, you or your relatives won’t have to make any last minute trips.
- Have Extra Wipes and Hand Sanitizer Available
Even though you’ll be around your family for the duration of their stay, it’s good practice to stock up on hand sanitizer and extra wet wipes. Hand sanitizer is a convenient and easy way to ensure everyone is keeping their hands clean, even if a last-minute shopping trip is necessary.
Wet wipes are also great for stopping the spread of germs, but they are also more versatile. Keeping some on hand is always a good idea when having family over. Baby wipes are great to have in the event of an unexpected diaper change and they’re also great for dealing with any other messes children might make.
Plus, in a crowded house, it can be frustrating to wait your turn for the shower. A wet wipe can be a quick waterless shower that will keep you feeling clean and fresh.
It’s always good to have wet wipes you can trust. That’s why Simpleaf makes wet wipes and baby wipes that are made with high-quality materials, are designed for the softest and most sensitive skin, and are also 100% plant-based and eco-friendly.
- Take Advantage of Curbside Offerings
You can also stay safe by taking advantage of curbside offerings from your local grocery stores and restaurants. If you have a grocery list but are wary of going to the store, give your local store a call or order online and you can pick up your groceries without having to enter the store.
This holiday season, we at Simpleaf hope that you find ways prioritize health, happiness, and find ways to meaningfully connect. b
by Femi | Feb 21, 2019 | Flushable Wipes
Spring break is just around the corner, and with it, warm weather and sunshine. Are you an avid traveler that needs a packing list? It can be tricky to find a good balance between packing enough and packing way too much for a trip, but there are some essential products that can help make your trips both convenient and lightweight. A great spring break packing list is key to making any vacation a success, so let’s look at some of the products you should consider!
Wet Wipes
One of the first essential travel products to keep in mind are wet wipes. They’re compact and diverse, too, which means that you can use them in a number of different situations. They’re also light enough to carry with you on hikes as well as to hotel rooms, so you’ll have some on-hand at all times. One great option to consider are SIMPLEAF Flushable Wipes. These flushable wet wipes are convenient for your travel needs while also being perfect for everyday use. Each pack has 20 wipes and you can buy anywhere from one to five packs at a time, so they’re a great travel wipe for a variety of different vacation lengths.
Common Medication
Next on your spring break packing list should be medicine. You don’t want to end up stranded abroad without access to medication to help soothe your stomach or headache, after all, and there might not be a local equivalent depending upon your travel destination. Even if there is an equivalent, do you really want to search for it when you’re feeling awful? Most OTC medications are available in travel sizes that are smaller and easier to pack than their full-size counterparts, too, so fitting them into your luggage should be easy enough.
Good Shoes
Unless you’re traveling specifically to lounge about and have no plans of exploring, a pair of good shoes should be next on your spring break packing list just behind travel wipes and medication. You might be surprised at how much of a difference a pair of good shoes can make on your trip. In fact, they could be the difference between a day spent comfortably walking around and one spent in agony thanks to multitudes of blisters. You’ve waited too long to enjoy your vacation to end up down for the count thanks to subpar clothing, so do yourself a favor and pack some solid shoes.
Plan ahead to make this spring break a great one! Take your destination into consideration when pinpointing additional essentials, but keep your own needs in mind, too. If you have prescription medication you’ll be taking, for example, do some research to make sure you can safely and legally bring it to your vacation location. Whether you’re packing travel wipes, medication, quality shoes, or anything in between, a solid travel list is important to the success and enjoyability of your trip. Give yourself the best possible chance to enjoy your spring break!
by Femi | Feb 5, 2019 | Baby wipes, Biodegradable Baby wipes, Flushable Wipes
Frequently Asked Questions – Baby Wipes
Customers love Simpleaf baby wipes because they are made with the high quality standards in an environmentally conscious way, perfect for the sensitive skin of babies. Here are a few questions that get asked about baby wipes. If you have any questions that aren’t addressed here, please feel free to contact us.
Can you use baby wipes on your face?
Absolutely! Simpleaf baby wipes are made with soothing Aloe Vera, and they never contain any alcohol or parabens, which makes them perfect for sensitive areas such as baby’s skin or a face. Perfect for freshening up during the day or cleaning up at the end of the day, these baby wipes work great on your face. Baby wipes provide a gentle clean that you may not be able to get from other types of wipes.
Can you use baby wipes to remove makeup?
While baby wipes are not specifically designed to remove makeup, they can definitely help you clean up at the end of the day. Cleansing wipes that are often used for makeup removal contain specific chemicals that help to break down the makeup, but many women prefer the more natural treatment of a baby wipe when washing off their face. While you may need to wipe a little more with a baby wipe, they are a safe and effective way to remove makeup at the end of the night.
Can you use baby wipes on pets?
Pet owners love our Simpleaf baby wipes, as they provide an easy way to clean pets and keep them fresh! One of the reasons they are so good for pets is that they are made of premium quality materials, making them durable whether they are used to wipe down a human or a pet. They are also larger than our competitors wipes, so you need to use fewer with each use. Whether they’ve been rolling around in dirt or simply need a cleanup, our baby wipes help keep pets cleaner, and remove any odors or dust they might have picked up throughout their busy day.
Are baby wipes biodegradable?
Most baby wipes are not biodegradable, which can cause major problems for sewage systems and for the environment. In addition to filling up landfills, many wipes can clog sewers when they are flushed down the toilet, as they are made with plastic fibers that do not easily break down. However, Simpleaf wipes are made to be flushed and to be biodegradable, meaning they will naturally break down. This is great for you, because you can throw them away or flush them down the toilet without any worry about what they will do in the future.
Do flushable wipes breakdown?
This is something that can vary by brand, but you can flush Simpleaf wipes with confidence knowing that they will breakdown and dissolve in water. Unfortunately, many wipes that say they are flushable do not easily break down, causing environmental harm in the future. It’s important to find a company that makes environmental stewardship an important and integral part of their business, so that you can have complete trust in the product you are using.
Do baby wipes expire?
Many wipes contain notes on the back of the packaging which indicates their shelf-life. However, if your wipes do not say, the general rule is that many wipes can last for around two years if they are not opened, and about 3 months if they are open. It’s important keep the pack closed to keep them as moist as possible, which helps extend their life cycle.
When were baby wipes invented?
Baby wipes were most likely invented some time during the 1950s, as travel became more common and with it, the need to clean up on the go. One of the first companies to have a hand in baby wipes was called Nice-Pak, which made a type of wipe with a scented skin cleanser. By the 1990s, most large retail super stores had their own brand of wipes, along with baby industry companies such as Huggies and Procter & Gamble.
How many wipes does a baby use in a year?
The answer is – it depends. Many factors can influence how many baby wipes your baby might use in a year, ranging from how liberal you are when using them to clean up messes, to the baby’s age, to what type of messes you are cleaning up with wipes, to how messy your baby tends to get. In general, the higher quality the wipe, the fewer you will need to use.
Our Simpleaf wipes are thicker and larger than other leading wipes, meaning you will need less to clean up even big messes. This can help you cut down and waste and experience money savings
How do I keep baby wipes moist?
If baby wipes are not kept moist, they will become unusable, costing you money and forcing you to go through more wipes. Every time you finish using wipes, be sure to seal the packaging back up. This will not only extend their lifespan, but also keep them more effective when you do use them.
These are just a few of the most frequent questions that we get asked. If you are wondering about anything that you can’t find on our website, please drop us a note or give us a call to let us know how we can help.
by Femi | May 22, 2018 | Baby wipes, Biodegradable Baby wipes, Flushable Wipes
Babies have been well-protected inside the womb for so long, as a result their skin is extremely sensitive. This means it’ll take some time for their skin to get used to the constant exposure to harsh elements of our environment. Getting the right wipes for your baby is a delicate issue as some babies can develop rashes or allergic reactions to certain ingredients in the wipes which may not agree with your baby’s soft skin and may cause them more discomfort. One of the most common problems faced by all newborn babies is a diaper rash. Wearing diapers is a necessity and because of this these rashes get more and more aggravated by constant rubbing or sometimes even the ingredients present in some baby wipes.
We are focused on ensuring all Simpleaf products meet the highest quality standard. Natural substances like aloe, lotus extracts, vitamin E, glycerin, olive oil, chamomile, and other essential oils are all perfectly safe and will not strip the natural oils produced by the baby’s skin and allow it to breathe freely.
Essentially, wipes need to be wet, soft, contain a disinfectant and are moisturizing. Using a solution of warm water and essential oils, or water, baby oil, and baby wash will give you all the essentials of a functional wipe. This way you know what you’re using and you’re not adding more elements for your baby’s system to fight off.
Our wet wipes are bio-degradable/eco-friendly wipes with great premium quality during use. Simpleaf for babies wipes are designed to take everywhere, the package size is perfect for traveling and also for home use. Our wipes are thicker than the leading brands and also bigger in size.
The technology Simpleaf for Babies wet wipes makes them the most eco-friendly choice you can make! After you’re done using the wipes flush them down the toilet and not worry about finding a trash can or having them fill your bin! The wipes are biodegradable and will dissolve in water to avoid toilet clogging.
