The packaging can be reused if hygiene principles are observed; however, it is recommended to reserve one bottle for a specific product type (for example only for an oil serum). Before each new filling, the bottle and the dropper must be thoroughly cleaned and then disinfected with a suitable alcohol, for example IPA 99 % isopropyl alcohol or ethanol 96 % denatured plant-based. After complete drying, the packaging can be refilled.

The glass part can be rinsed with warm water and a suitable detergent and then rinsed several times with clean water so that no residues of the cleaning agent remain in the packaging. We recommend disassembling the dropper into its individual parts (if its construction allows), gently rinsing them and allowing them to dry thoroughly in an upright position. After cleaning, it is advisable to disinfect the complete bottle with the recommended alcohol and to reuse the packaging only after the alcohol has completely evaporated and it has dried.

Dropper packaging is ideal for products that are applied in small quantities and require precise dosing – for example facial and body oils, concentrates with active substances, nail serum or local cosmetic preparations. Low- to medium-viscosity formulations are most suitable so that the dropper ensures smooth and even dripping without clogging.

If you decide not to use the packaging further, it is recommended to recycle it correctly according to the material stated in the product parameters on the Handymade website. The glass part of the bottle should, after removal of product residues, generally be placed in the container designated for glass. The cap with dropper, which is a combination of several materials, must be sorted according to local recycling rules – ideally, where possible, the individual parts should be separated. Before handing over to separated collection, rinse the packaging to minimize product residues.

Yes, the glass bottle with dropper is also suitable for smaller test batches and samples of new formulations. It allows comfortable dosing during internal testing of consistency, fragrance and application comfort. It is recommended to label the individual test bottles clearly (date, composition, batch) and to monitor the behaviour of the product during storage in order to verify the compatibility of the formulation with the packaging and the stability of the formulation over time.

To make choosing packaging easier, there is an advanced filter located at the top of the page after you click on a specific packaging material category. In the advanced filter, you can sort packaging according to several parameters – in particular by neck type, size, colour and material. This allows you to quickly choose a suitable bottle, pharmaceutical-type bottle or jar that will match the desired design, volume and planned dosing method.