Yes, the packaging can be reused as long as the functionality of the trigger sprayer is maintained, provided that you follow basic hygiene rules. Before each new filling, we recommend thoroughly cleaning the bottle and sprayer and then disinfecting them with a suitable alcohol-based preparation, for example isopropyl alcohol from the product IPA 99 % isopropyl alcohol or plant-based ethanol Ethanol 96 % denatured plant-based. Only after the disinfectant has completely dried is the bottle ready for refilling.

First empty the packaging and the sprayer and disassemble all accessible parts (according to their design). Rinse the bottle with warm water and a mild cleaning agent, rinse thoroughly and allow to dry. Rinse the sprayer several times with clean water – fill the bottle with water and, by pressing the trigger, let the water pass through the entire system. We then recommend disinfecting the inner surface of the packaging and the tube with the spraying mechanism using an alcohol-based disinfectant (e.g. IPA 99 % isopropyl alcohol or Ethanol 96 % denatured plant-based). Before the next use, it is important to let all parts dry completely.

If you decide not to continue reusing the bottle, we recommend putting it into sorted waste according to the materials specified in the product parameters. The metal body of the packaging usually belongs in the container intended for metal packaging, and the plastic parts of the sprayer (head, tube) in plastics, unless local collection rules state otherwise. Before placing it in sorted collection, it is advisable to empty the bottle, rinse out any product residues and separate the individual materials as far as possible. Always adapt specific recycling instructions to the local waste sorting system and to the information in the parameter table for this product on the Handymade website.

The trigger sprayer is ideal for liquid and low-viscosity formulations that need to be applied in the form of a fine mist or a stream – for example facial and body sprays, hydrolats, hair tonics, aromatherapeutic blends or light cleaning solutions. With thicker products or formulations with a higher content of solid particles, nozzle clogging may occur; therefore it is important to adapt the product composition to the capabilities of the given spraying system and, if necessary, perform a functionality test before filling a larger quantity.

When choosing a suitable bottle, pharma bottle, jar or dispenser, you can use the advanced filter, which you will find at the top of the page after clicking on the relevant packaging category. The filter enables a clear sorting of the offer according to several parameters such as neck type and diameter, size and volume of the packaging, colour or material. This allows you to quickly choose the combination of packaging and closure that will best match the properties of your specific product and the desired method of application.