The glass medicine bottle can be safely used repeatedly if handled correctly. Before each new filling, the packaging must be thoroughly cleaned and rinsed, then disinfected with a suitable agent, for example with isopropyl alcohol or denatured plant ethanol. Only after the alcohol has completely dried and evaporated is the bottle ready for the next filling. In the case of significantly different content types (e.g. changing from an aromatic oil to a sensitive facial serum) it is recommended to use the packaging rather for similar formulations to minimise the risk of residual fragrance or active substances.

Before repeated use, it is advisable to empty the contents thoroughly, rinse the packaging with warm water and a mild cleansing agent, then rinse several times with clean water so that no detergent residues remain. After washing, we recommend disinfecting the inner surface of the bottle with alcohol – for example with the products IPA 99 % isopropyl alcohol or ethanol 96 % denatured plant. After disinfection, leave the packaging to dry freely with the neck facing downwards on a clean surface to prevent contamination by dust and dirt.

When selecting a closure or dispenser, it is important to follow the type of neck and the intended use of the product. Droppers are practical for oil-based and highly concentrated preparations, while fine spray pumps or classic screw caps are suitable for water-based solutions. On the product page you will find recommended compatible closures and applicators, and all combinations created on Handymade are tested. Nevertheless, we always recommend trying your own trial batch – checking whether the dosing suits the consistency of your formulation and whether the closure seals reliably during storage and transport.

If you decide not to reuse the medicine bottle, we recommend recycling it according to the material type indicated in the product parameters. After emptying the contents and basic rinsing, place the glass part in the glass container according to local waste sorting rules. Sort the closure or dispenser (if it is made of plastic or a combination of materials) separately, according to the manufacturer’s recommendations and the markings on the plastic components. Before recycling, it is advisable to remove labels, if this can be done easily, to simplify the recycling process. By doing so you minimise waste and support the reuse of raw materials.

To select a suitable bottle, jar or pot we recommend using the advanced filter in the packaging categories. The advanced filter is located at the top of the page after clicking on a specific packaging category and allows convenient filtering by parameters such as neck type, size, colour or material. This enables you to quickly select packaging that meets the technical requirements of your formulation as well as the visual style of your brand. For specific professional projects you can combine multiple filters at once and thus narrow the selection exactly to what you need.