The glass packaging is generally very stable with respect to most cosmetic components, including oils and common active substances, and the dark glass helps to reduce the light-sensitivity of the contents. For each new formulation, however, we recommend performing your own short-term and long-term compatibility test – especially in the case of a high proportion of acids, strongly alkaline preparations or atypical solvents – in order to verify the behaviour of the product in contact with the packaging and the dispenser.

The bottle can be used repeatedly if correct hygiene principles are observed. Before each new filling, always clean the packaging thoroughly, mechanically remove residues of the previous product and then disinfect it with a suitable alcohol-based preparation, for example the products IPA 99 – isopropyl alcohol (/ipa-99-isopropyl-alkohol-1-l/ target="_blank") or Ethanol 96 denatured vegetable (/etanol-96-denaturovany-rastlinny-1-l/ target="_blank"). We recommend applying disinfection also to the dispenser, if its construction allows it, and letting all parts dry completely before the next filling.

After using up the contents, we recommend rinsing the bottle immediately with a suitable cleaning agent or mild detergent and warm water, in order to minimise the deposition of oil and pigment residues. Then rinse the packaging several times with clean water and, if necessary, rinse with alcohol for faster evaporation of moisture. Before further use, the packaging must be disinfected with an alcohol solution and allowed to dry completely. For the dispenser, we recommend performing the rinsing and disinfection carefully to avoid mechanical damage.

If you decide not to reuse the packaging, we recommend recycling it in accordance with local waste sorting rules and the information provided in the product parameters. The glass part of the bottle can usually, after cleaning, be sorted into the container intended for glass, while the plastic or metal dispenser may belong to a different fraction (usually mixed waste or according to the specific material). Before handing over for recycling, remove product residues and, if possible, separate the individual materials according to the instructions given for the product on the Handymade website.

To select suitable packaging, you can use the extended filter located at the top of the page after clicking on a specific packaging category. In the extended filter you can clearly narrow down the offer according to parameters such as neck type, size, colour and packaging material. This allows you to quickly find bottles, dropper bottles, jars or pumps that will match your formulation, dosing method and the visual style of your brand.