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May Is Unpredictable—Your Hand Sanitiser Doesn’t Have to Be
- friendsforneedsuk
- May 9
- 2 min read
Why Is the Temperature Jumping Up and Down in May?
If you've noticed that May’s weather seems more unpredictable than ever—sunshine one day, cold wind the next—you’re not imagining it. These sharp temperature swings are increasing in frequency and intensity, and they're a sign of a larger problem: a rapidly changing climate.
What’s Behind the Weather Whiplash?
May has always marked the transition from spring to summer, a naturally volatile period. But now, rising global temperatures are making those shifts more extreme. One major reason is the weakening of the jet stream, the high-altitude wind current that helps regulate weather patterns. As the Arctic warms nearly four times faster than the global average, the jet stream becomes unstable—leading to prolonged periods of unusual warmth or cold. You can read more on this in the BBC’s climate coverage.
Human Activity and the Warming Planet
The cause? Rising greenhouse gas emissions, mostly from fossil fuels, deforestation, and industrial agriculture. Since the Industrial Revolution, the concentration of carbon dioxide in our atmosphere has soared. According to Earth.org, this is the primary driver of the current global warming trend. The more we emit, the more heat gets trapped, and the more unstable our climate becomes.
Why Consumption Matters
Our daily choices contribute to this pattern. Many common household and beauty products are linked to the destruction of forests for palm oil, soy, or beef production. Forests act as natural carbon sinks—when they’re cleared, carbon is released into the atmosphere.
At Palmtree Hygiene, we take a different approach.
Introducing a Truly Sustainable Sanitiser
KIND TO PLANET – We’re proud to offer the world’s first ethanol made from the sap of palm trees, not palm oil or petrochemicals. The sap is harvested without damaging the trees, allowing them to continue absorbing carbon and supporting biodiversity. This method requires no additional land clearance and regenerates quickly—making it a genuinely eco-friendly alternative.
KIND TO SKIN – Developed in the UK, our foaming hand sanitiser contains fewer ingredients than typical brands, avoiding many harmful chemicals. Instead, it’s rich in natural nutrients, amino acids, and vitamins that support skin health. It's vegan, fragrance-free or coconut-scented, and never leaves your hands dry.
The Takeaway
May's temperature swings are part of a broader climate warning. But we can all take steps to make a difference. Choosing sustainable products helps reduce demand for harmful production practices and supports a more stable, liveable planet.
👉 Learn more about our eco-friendly, vegan hand sanitiser at www.palmtreehygiene.co.uk
