Hanna's Beeswax and Vegan Wraps
Hanna is a beekeeper from Cork who makes these gorgeous reusable food wraps using 100% Cotton material, beeswax from her own beehives (and other Irish beekeepers), organic Jojoba oil and pine resin. Perfect for covering all sorts of food as the wax moulds over any shape and keeps it airtight - our favourite uses are to store half a melon or half an avocodo!
Beeswax food wraps are an eco-friendly alternative to plastic wrap that can help reduce waste in your home. They're made with beeswax, tree resin, and jojoba oil, so they offer a natural way of preserving food without chemicals. Not only do beeswax wraps keep food fresh, but they are also reusable meaning you can use them time and time again which definitely helps cut down on your carbon footprint. Plus, beeswax has antibacterial and antifungal properties that make beeswax wraps especially useful for keeping food safe from spoilage; a perfect solution for those looking to go green!
Why Beeswax Wraps are a Sustainable Option
In today’s world, it’s more important than ever to be aware of our environmental impact. We need to make sure that we are using sustainable options in our everyday lives and when it comes to food storage, beeswax wraps are becoming one of the most popular options. Let’s look at why people are opting for beeswax wraps over cling film or aluminum foil.
What Are Beeswax Wraps?
Beeswax wraps are an eco-friendly alternative to plastic wrap or aluminum foil for storing food items. They are made from organic cotton fabric, beeswax, tree resin, and jojoba oil. The combination of these ingredients creates a waterproof and breathable barrier that can keep food fresh and prevent spills. Plus, you can use them over and over again!
Benefits of Beeswax Wraps
There are many benefits to using beeswax wraps instead of traditional plastic wrap or aluminum foil. For starters, they are much better for the environment because they do not produce any waste like traditional plastics do. Additionally, they help reduce food spoilage because they allow food to breathe while also keeping it fresh and preventing spills. Plus, since they can be washed and reused multiple times, you won’t have to worry about buying new ones every few weeks like you would with other methods of food storage. Finally, because the wraps are made with natural ingredients such as beeswax, tree resin, and jojoba oil, they smell great!
How To Use Beeswax Wraps?
Using beeswax wraps is easy! All you have to do is place your food item into the center of the wrap and then fold the edges around it until it forms a tight seal. You can then use the warmth from your hands to help shape the wrap around your item until it forms a tight seal that will keep your food fresh for longer periods of time. Once you're done using your wax wrap just rinse it off with cold water (hot water will cause the wax to melt) and let it air dry before using again!
Beeswax wraps offer an eco-friendly solution for storing food items without having to worry about creating waste or dealing with unnecessary packaging materials such as plastic wrap or aluminum foil. They are easy-to-use and reusable so you don't have to worry about constantly buying new ones every few weeks like other methods require. So if you're looking for a sustainable way to store your food items that's also good for the environment then consider giving beeswax wraps a try! You won't regret it!