According to Collins Dictionary, the 2018 word of the year is "single-use." Collins explains that the word "encompasses a global movement to kick our addiction to disposable products," also noting that the term (which dates back to the 14th century) has enjoyed a "four-fold increase in usage" in the past five years thanks to a growing awareness surrounding environmental issues.
OK, sure: The word may have been chosen more in the conservationist sense (as in anti-single-use), but you know what? We all deserve to indulge in the convenience of a good single-use product every now and then. (Anyone else out there who would die for their Nespresso machine?) They're so, so convenient, especially if you're traveling or on the go. And you know what? Sometimes, they just make life better.
So, to help celebrate the word of the year, we've put together a list of some of our favorite single-use beauty products, from individually wrapped facial wipes to easy-to-use one-minute hair masks, keep reading to shop our top picks.
When it comes to single-use beauty products, you've got to give sheet masks their due. This option is especially stellar — it has a sturdy construction that makes it easy to apply without tearing (or slipping and sliding) and the serum is packed with ingredients like antioxidant-rich Tasmanian pepper leaf and complexion-brightening niacinamide.
These amazing makeup wipes have been a cult classic for ages and now you can get them a la carte — which opens up a world of possibilities when it comes to sticking them in your purse for midday eyeliner cleanups or stowing them away in your gym bag for post-workout refreshers.
Lush actually made the Ariana Grande-inspired bath bomb happen! It is, of course, beautiful and luxuriously fragrant — which almost makes it a shame that bath bombs like this one are single-use (unless you get creative and chop them in half, that is).
Have you been known to surreptitiously give your hair a swipe with a dryer sheet? Those days are behind you, thanks to these genius frizz-canceling hair sheets. They calm your mane like a charm and since they're individually packaged, they're extra easy to keep on your person at all times.
