DISPOSAL GUIDE: HOW TO SEPARATE PROPERLY!
A functioning circular economy is important for producing less waste and treating the finite resources of the earth more sustainably. Proper disposal of plastic packaging in the plastic collection*, glass in the glass recycling container, and product cartons in paper waste is particularly important. Proper disposal ensures that these materials can be recycled, thus reducing the use of new raw materials. If products and packaging are not disposed of properly, the materials cannot be recycled and reused.
EXAMPLE PLASTIC DISPOSAL: Only plastics that are correctly disposed of through plastic collection can be separated in sorting plants and processed into granules. The resulting granules are then used again for the production of plastic packaging. The cycle closes, and previously used plastic is processed into new plastic and put back into circulation. Packaging often consists of multiple components and materials, so it is important to separate the individual parts of the packaging. For example, unscrewing the cap from tubes and removing the pump from the bottle before disposing of the components.
*also referred to as the yellow bin or yellow bag in some regions
We'll explain here how to properly separate the packaging waste of our skincare products:
AMPOULES
> Old Glass
The ampoules are made entirely of glass and should not be disposed of in residual waste or yellow bags but rather in old glass collection.
JARS
> Plastic Collection
Twist off the lids – this ensures that the different components are sorted correctly. Wiping them out can help with strong product residues.
BOTTLES
> Plastic Collection
Remove spray nozzles, caps, or dispensers – this ensures that the different components are sorted correctly.
TUBES
> Plastic Collection
Packaging should be emptied as much as possible before being disposed of in the yellow bag.
PIPETTE DISPENSER
> Old Glass+ Plastic Collection
The glass pipette can be detached from the holder by controlled pulling and disposed of in the glass recycling. Dispose of the remaining dispenser in the plastic collection.
SACHETS
> Plastic Collection
FOLDING BOXES
> Waste Paper