Find out what Mumsnet testers thought of Pura’s plastic free baby wipes

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This is the feedback thread for the Mumsnet users who have been testing Pura’s plastic free baby wipes.

Here’s what Pura has to say: “We believe being eco-friendly is no longer a luxury, but a necessity. And that we should all be able to look after our planet, simply by looking after our families. We put babies first, with anti-allergy, organic ingredients and sustainable, biodegradable materials. So you’re protecting their skin and protecting their future too. We’re here to empower everyone to protect the future of the planet today, with eco-friendly products that are affordable and accessible for all”

Some more information on the wipes can be found below:

Pura baby wipes come in 2 types - flushable baby wipes & non flushable baby wipes. They contain 99% water & organic aloe vera. Pura baby wipes are the most accredited baby wipes on the market - certified Vegan safe & multi-accredited by the British Skin Foundation, Allergy UK, PEFC, Not Tested On Animals and the Soil Association. They are 100% biodegradable, 100% compostable & made from PEFC certified plant fibres. The flushable baby wipes are accredited as ‘Fine to Flush’ by Water UK. Best of all they’re totally, utterly, 100%, honestly and truly, PLASTIC FREE!

Testers, please give your feedback by answering the following questions, as well as completing the short survey we’ve emailed to you:

1. What did you like most about Pura’s wipes?
2. Would you look to purchase Pura wipes instead of your usual product?
3. What did you think of the overall quality of the wipes?
4. How did you rate your overall experience with Pura?
5. How likely would you be to recommend Pura wipes to someone else?

All testers who give the required feedback will be entered into a prize draw where one MNer will win a £100 voucher for the store of their choice (from a list).

Thanks and good luck!

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1. What did you like most about Pura’s wipes?

They were great, they were the perfect level of wetness for my liking.

1. Would you look to purchase Pura wipes instead of your usual product?

Yes if the price was right and there were offers for multiple purchasing

1. What did you think of the overall quality of the wipes?

Great quality, I couldn’t fault them.

1. How did you rate your overall experience with Pura?

Excellent

1. How likely would you be to recommend Pura wipes to someone else

Very likely. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them

Testers, please give your feedback by answering the following questions, as well as completing the short survey we’ve emailed to you:

1. What did you like most about Pura’s wipes?

Ease of removal from the packet, was easy to just pull one at a time unlike most brands where you get a clump

1. Would you look to purchase Pura wipes instead of your usual product?

Possibly if on sale at a price acceptable to me

1. What did you think of the overall quality of the wipes

Very good

1. How did you rate your overall experience with Pura?

Very good. I liked the product and would use/buy. I was initially sent an incorrect product but after reaching out on Twitter to customer service, I was sent a replacement and correct item to test which arrived promptly. So I am also pleased with the customer service aspect

1. How likely would you be to recommend Pura wipes to someone else?

Very likely - and have done to a currently expecting friend

1. What did you like most about Pura’s wipes?

The 'eco friendly' aspect, the fact they're plastic free is a big plus and allergy friendly. I liked that they weren't too wet, they're a nice go between for converting to reusable wipes and obviously more convenient while still being eco friendly.

1. Would you look to purchase Pura wipes instead of your usual product?

I am converting to reusable wipes so I would look to buy some of these while I'm making the change and to keep a couple of packs around for convenience. The thing that puts me off these wipes is the smell. When I opened the box of wipes it was quite overwhelming, it wasn't so bad with individual packets but I did start to get used to it.

1. What did you think of the overall quality of the wipes?

I thought the overall quality was good, not too wet and a decent sized wipe, again it's just the smell that put me off a bit.

1. How did you rate your overall experience with Pura?

Brilliant, I had an issue with delivery of the nappies and they sent out a new packet as soon as I emailed them (not yet received).

1. How likely would you be to recommend Pura wipes to someone else?

If someone was looking for a more eco friendly wipe I would definitely recommend these. I would warn them about the smell though!

1. What did you like most about Pura’s wipes?

I liked that they were flushable and plastic free

1. Would you look to purchase Pura wipes instead of your usual product?

This would depend on the price and whether they were available in my Supermarket.

1. What did you think of the overall quality of the wipes?

I thought the quality was quite good although I did double them up for the messier cleaning tasks as they felt thinner than my usual ones.

1. How did you rate your overall experience with Pura?

I liked these wipes, they were a good size and quality

1. How likely would you be to recommend Pura wipes to someone else?

I would recommend them if they were widely available as not everyone can afford to buy in bulk.

1. What did you like most about Pura’s wipes?

I love them being plastic free but I'm not sure whether our local waste streams support them being composted.

1. Would you look to purchase Pura wipes instead of your usual product?

No. The price is too high vs reuseable wipes or Aldi plastic free. The smell was odd and they clumped together awfully, so were difficult to get out. The were soon relegated to after dinner finger and spills cleaning rather than bum wiping.

1. What did you think of the overall quality of the wipes?

Packaging good quality. Wipes ok (apart from the smell and clumping).

1. How did you rate your overall experience with Pura?

They were excellent, I wish they sorted the logistics for other household items too! I placed the order early evening, they arrived the next day. Really easy to order and smooth swift delivery. The trust pilot follow up emails were annoying though.

1. How likely would you be to recommend Pura wipes to someone else?

Medium. Plastic free wipes good for an on the go alternative to reusables. Quite pricey and stick together but does the job - not scratchy and clean things ok.

1. What did you like most about Pura’s wipes?

They are more eco friendly than our usual wipes which have plastic binders.

1. Would you look to purchase Pura wipes instead of your usual product?

No

1. What did you think of the overall quality of the wipes?

The flushable (but we didn't) wipes repeatedly ripped when taking them out of the packet. The packaging made it difficult to take just one at a time so you often took a few then had to squished them back in - this was annoying.

The packaging was still plastic and the flap wasn't very good as resealing so they would dry out if you had an emergency pack in the car.

1. How did you rate your overall experience with Pura?

Puras website was easy to use. Delivery was quick. I didn't much like their marketing.

1. How likely would you be to recommend Pura wipes to someone else?

Unlikely.

1. What did you like most about Pura’s wipes? They were flushable which is so convenient, plus they felt really good quality and gentle on my sons skin.

1. Would you look to purchase Pura wipes instead of your usual product? Yes I would.

1. What did you think of the overall quality of the wipes? I thought they felt really high quality.

1. How did you rate your overall experience with Pura? I would rate it 10/10

1. How likely would you be to recommend Pura wipes to someone else? 100%

1. What did you like most about Pura wipes?

Eco friendly (plastic-free, biodegradable).

1. Would you purchase Pura wipes instead of your usual product?

I would like to say yes since they are eco friendly and using less plastic is important but I won't because my baby isn't as clean when using these wipes due to them not being moist enough/thick enough.

1. What do you think of the overall quality of Pura wipes?

Compared to the big brands they aren't as good- they are drier, thinner and harder to get out of the packet. Can't comment on how good they are compared to other eco friendly wipes as these are the only ones I've tried so far.

1. How did you rate your overall experience with Pura?

Fast delivery. No excess packaging or plastic. Wipe packs clearly labelled to show what's in them/how to dispose of them. Appreciate that the brand is trying to encourage parents to be more eco conscious by offering free trials.

1. How likely would you be to recommend Pura wipes to others?

I would recommend to anyone looking for an eco friendly brand of wipes but I would not recommend them based purely on the quality of the wipes.

1. What did you like most about Pura’s wipes?

I like that my baby has had no nappy rash or red bits since i started using them, I usually have to apply some bepanthem ointment every few days as he gets red bits after pooping etc but I've not needed to. I'm not sure if its because the second ingredient to water is aloe vera so is helping to sooth the skin in the area.

1. Would you look to purchase Pura wipes instead of your usual product?

Not always due to the price, but I would want to use them through periods when my baby is teething to try to help with nappy rash as much as possible, particularly as i don't like using chemical creams around his bits.

1. What did you think of the overall quality of the wipes?

I thought they looked thin but actually weren't any thinner than than my usual brand, they were wetter and they didn't leave behind any bits of fluff that my usual brand does. However they smell quite strongly and its not very pleasant, its taken me the whole pack of 70 wipes to get accustomed to it so that I don't feel sick when smelling it, I'm not sure if it bothers me so much as maybe I still have that super smelling ability after being pregnant.

1. How did you rate your overall experience with Pura?

It was very good, they arrived the day after ordering and it was very easy.

1. How likely would you be to recommend Pura wipes to someone else?

If they were having nappy rash issues i would recommend them.

1. What did you like most about Pura’s wipes?

The eco credentials, vegan, free from chemicals and plastic and completely biodegradable. It's amazing they can make wipes like that and plastic baby wipes should be a thing of the past. Also liked the pack size and speedy delivery.

1. Would you look to purchase Pura wipes instead of your usual product?

I would love to if we can afford it. With 3 kids under 5 we use a lot of wipes.

1. What did you think of the overall quality of the wipes?

Felt that they were thin but strong and a good size.

1. How did you rate your overall experience with Pura?

Very fast delivery and a great product. The only improvements I would make would be an easier way to get a single wipe from the pack- it's so annoying pulling out a clump when changing a thrashing baby. Also the smell isn't very pleasant.

1. How likely would you be to recommend Pura wipes to someone else?

Already recommended to a friend with a child with allergies

1. What did you like most about Pura’s wipes?

Wipes feel thick and good quality. Ingredients seem gentle. Packaging is nice and opening doesn't tear, and lid re-sticks without any problems. I also like the idea of a regular subscription being sent to the door.

1. Would you look to purchase Pura wipes instead of your usual product?

I would be reluctant to pay the price for the wipes. While the packet is generous in size, the boots and Aldi biodegradable wipes I have purchased previously are a lot cheaper.

1. What did you think of the overall quality of the wipes?

Wipes were good quality. They were in scented but I didn't consider them to be unpleasant as described by some other reviewers.

1. How did you rate your overall experience with Pura?

The delivery and service was excellent. Rated the product highly. Price was the only issue.

1. How likely would you be to recommend Pura wipes to someone else?

I would recommend them

What did you like most about Pura's wipes?
I loved the fact they are environmentally friendly and with two young children I am very aware of the amount of wipes we use and want to make a difference to our waste simply been sent to landfill. The wipes are also very wet so great for sticky hands and faces.

Would you look to purchase Pura wipes instead of your usual product?
Yes, I would look to make a purchase. The wipes are more expensive than the brand I currently buy but if these where on offer I would definitely look to make a purchase.

What did you think of the overall quality of the wipes?
I thought the quality of the wipes are good, there are a couple of areas where I think they could be improved though. I would suggest making them not as easy to tear would be beneficial (nobody wants a hand through a wipe on a bum change) and making it easier to take a single wipe out of the packet as I found when I wanted one I ended up with a handful which wasn't great.

How did you rate your overall experience with Pura?
I rated my experience as excellent, the wipes are good and the customer experience was excellent. The wipes were delivered very quickly (even over the Christmas period) and I was kept well informed of the delivery.

How likely would you be to recommend Pura wipes to someone else?
I would definitely recommend Pura wipes to someone else. I think with a couple of tweaks and lowering the price point these could become one of the go to brands for many families.

Great moisture and love that they are better for skin and environment. They are pricey so will look out for offers, have already recommended to friends. Great experience all round.

1. What did you like most about Pura’s wipes?

Great idea and very gentle with no nasties added

1. Would you look to purchase Pura wipes instead of your usual product?

Probably not they are expensive and I cant just pick them up at the supermarket. I use tesco plastic free wipes which I am generally happy with

1. What did you think of the overall quality of the wipes?

Wipes good but found the dispensing not good ended up ripping packet and getting out big wads of wipes that I couldnt get back in

1. How did you rate your overall experience with Pura?

Excellent. Highly efficient ordering and delivery. Good communication and customer service.

1. How likely would you be to recommend Pura wipes to someone else?

Probably would recomend. Would need clarity if flushable to septic tank

1. What did you like most about Pura’s wipes? Wipes that are biodegradable can only be a good thing, I’ve just had our second child and the amount of wipes we go through is quite staggering now. They are damp which is great in my opinion and means I use less than other brands.
2. Would you look to purchase Pura wipes instead of your usual product? I would most definitely buy these again.
3. What did you think of the overall quality of the wipes? I think Pura wipes are great quality, however I didn’t put my hand through on one bum change which isn’t great.
4. How did you rate your overall experience with Pura? The delivery was super fast which is appreciated, easy to use site and subscription service also available.
5. How likely would you be to recommend Pura wipes to someone else? I would definitely recommend these wipes to others.

1. What did you like most about Pura’s wipes? That they are environmentally friendly, and only have two ingredients. They they were both compostable and flushable.
2. Would you look to purchase Pura wipes instead of your usual product? I would do if the price was right. I normally use eco wipes and so happy to try different brands. The delivery was super fast so I was impressed with the service.
3. What did you think of the overall quality of the wipes? I thought they matched up to other eco wipes. Yes, it’s hard to get them out one at a time but I find this with most environmentally friendly wipes unfortunately! One thing I did notice is that they pulled into pieces (ie went into bits!!) a lot easier than other wipes, but I suspect that is due to them being flushable!
4. How did you rate your overall experience with Pura? I was very impressed, super fast delivery, and a great environmentally conscious product. I didn’t think the smell was very strong unlike some others.
5. How likely would you be to recommend Pura wipes to someone else?. I would definitely recommend them to other mums who are trying to reduce their use of wipes with plastic in / switch to more eco friendly wipes.

1. What did you like most about Pura’s wipes?

I like the packaging and that they are plastic free

1. Would you look to purchase Pura wipes instead of your usual product?

No, I think they are too expensive. They are really hard to get out or the packet, especially with one hand when doing a happy change. DH said the same without me mentioning this to him. I’d also like to know if they really do biodegrade. I’ve heard that some products labelled as biodegradable don’t have the right conditions to degrade in landfill.

1. What did you think of the overall quality of the wipes?

They are good quality and clean fairly well. Better than water wipes, not as well as pampers

1. How did you rate your overall experience with Pura?

Really good experience, very easy to navigate the website and the order came next day

1. How likely would you be to recommend Pura wipes to someone else?

I don’t think I would recommend them, I like the eco claims but I don’t think the product is good enough to justify the price.

1. What did you like most about Pura’s wipes?

I like that these wipes don't feel slimy or contain any nasty chemicals. They also allow an efficient clean up of both faces and bums without causing any irritation.

1. Would you look to purchase Pura wipes instead of your usual product?

I felt that these wipes were more expensive than the supermarket own biodegradable wipes I usually buy but the pack was bigger and the delivery was incredibly prompt. If I couldn't get my usual brand, I would definitely order more of these. I would also be keen to try the flushable ones.

1. What did you think of the overall quality of the wipes?

I really liked the wipes themselves but the packaging let them down. I struggled to open the first pack and quickly became fed up of pulling out handfuls of wipes at a time as they all clump together. This was particularly irritating in the early hours when I was trying to change my newborn after a night feed. I do, however, think this is a problem shared by all biodegradable wipes but one that could have been alleviated to a certain extent by better packaging.

1. How did you rate your overall experience with Pura?

The website was easy to navigate, the delivery was super speedy (especially considering that I ordered them a few days before Christmas) and I liked the wipes.

1. How likely would you be to recommend Pura wipes to someone else?

I'd be very quick to recommend these to others looking for a biodegradable wipe but I would do so alongside a caveat about the frustrations caused by the packaging.

1. They were hard to get out of the packet individually but did not dry out which was good.
2. Depending on the price point
3. Ripped easily but cleaned well

1. Website easy to use and delivery speedy despite it being just before Xmas
2. Yes I would recommend

1. What did you like most about Pura’s wipes?

Loved how gentle they were on my children’s skin and I do like the fact they are thick and soft

1. Would you look to purchase Pura wipes instead of your usual product? Yes definitely I am considering it if they are affordable
2. What did you think of the overall quality of the wipes?

I really loved the quality of the wipes but it is incredibly annoying when they come out in a huge clump but lots of other brands of wipe have this problem too so I don’t see it as a reason not to buy

1. How did you rate your overall experience with Pura?

I was very impressed - super quick delivery in the midst of the postal chaos, lovely customer service (update emails etc) and easy to order

1. How likely would you be to recommend Pura wipes to someone else? Very likely - infact I already have on my Instagram page

1. What did you like most about Pura’s wipes?
I liked how well they worked with my children’s sensitive skin, and how soft they were. Usually with flushable wipes they are small, but Pura wipes have brilliant coverage.

2. Would you look to purchase Pura wipes instead of your usual product?
Absolutely- the wipes were brilliant but the best part was how easy their website was to use and how quickly the wipes were delivered, despite living really rurally!

3. What did you think of the overall quality of the wipes?
The wipes were soft, had great coverage and are good value for money, especially as they don’t contain harmful chemicals or plastic! I know this is a common issue with flushable wipes due to their material, but they would quite often come out in a clump, which was quite annoying.

4. How did you rate your overall experience with Pura?
Brilliant- will definitely use them in the future.

5. How likely would you be to recommend Pura wipes to someone else?
Very likely- shall spread the word to friends.

1. What did you like most about Pura’s wipes?

Suitable for composting rather then ending up in landfill or blocking drains.

1. Would you look to purchase Pura wipes instead of your usual product?

I use cloth wipes but would buy these if I needed disposable wipes as a more eco-friendly option than standard wipes

1. What did you think of the overall quality of the wipes?

Good.

1. How did you rate your overall experience with Pura?

Very good

1. How likely would you be to recommend Pura wipes to someone else?

Very likely

1. What did you like most about Pura’s wipes?

They were lovely and moist- my husband also commented on this- we have a pack by the loo in the bathroom now too.
I also like the fact they flush although I'm still quite nervous about doing this!

1. Would you look to purchase Pura wipes instead of your usual product?

I would consider doing this.

1. What did you think of the overall quality of the wipes?

I liked the wipes, they were moist, not too rough, I honestly haven't noticed any strange smell at all so a bit baffled by this.
They do clump together but I think it's a case of getting the knack right.

1. How did you rate your overall experience with Pura?

speedy customer service- really impressed.

1. How likely would you be to recommend Pura wipes to someone else?

I would recommend them, we have a new baby and a mucky toddler- so they are being well tested- I'm pleased with our experience.

1. I liked that they are flushable.
2. I probably wouldn't purchase again as they're more expensive and don't come out of the pack as easy as my usual wipes.
3. The quality is good.
4. My experience with Pura was really good - delivery was less than 24 hours and I was kept informed throughout.
5. I'd recommend to someone who wanted eco wipes but otherwise no.

1. What did you like most about Pura’s wipes?

Kmowing that they were good for the environment made me feel less guilty about using them! Also the thickness of each wipe!

1. Would you look to purchase Pura wipes instead of your usual product? I would consider it due to the fact that they are biodegradable, compostable and plastic free.
2. What did you think of the overall quality of the wipes? The quality was amazing. Thick and moist, also very easy to use.
3. How did you rate your overall experience with Pura? I was happy with the service I received from the ease of placing the order, the efficiency of the delivery and the amazing quality of the wipes too. Not running out of wipes anytime soon.
4. How likely would you be to recommend Pura wipes to someone else? Quite likely.