Yes, the glass bottle can be used repeatedly if hygiene principles are observed. Before each new filling, it is necessary to thoroughly clean and disinfect the packaging in order to minimize the risk of microbial contamination. For disinfection we recommend using, for example, isopropyl alcohol or ethanol, which you can find in the Handymade offer: IPA 99 % isopropyl alcohol or Ethanol 96 % denatured plant-based. Only after the inner surface of the container has completely dried is the bottle ready for refilling.

First mechanically remove any residues of the original product, then rinse the bottle with warm water and a suitable cleaning agent, and rinse well with clean water so that no detergent residues remain. After washing it is advisable to disinfect the inside of the packaging with alcohol (e.g. IPA or ethanol from the Handymade range) and let it dry naturally at room temperature upside down. For dispensing components, also pay attention to the narrow channels and seals to avoid clogging or deterioration of the pump functionality.

The glass vial with dispensing is suitable for most common creamy, emulsion and gel preparations. For very thick or highly viscous formulations, we recommend first testing the behaviour during dispensing to verify the smoothness and comfort of application. It is also advisable to check compatibility with the preservatives, oils and active substances used in order to ensure trouble-free long-term use.

If you decide not to reuse the packaging, we recommend recycling it according to the type of material specified in the product parameters. The glass part can generally be placed, after removal of any product residues and any plastic components, in a container intended for glass. The plastic components of the closure or dispenser are sorted according to the specific material, which is specified in the technical description of the packaging. Before disposal it is important to remove any product residues from the bottle so that the recycling process is as effective as possible.

On Handymade you can use the advanced filter during selection, which is located at the top of the page after clicking on the relevant packaging material category. Thanks to the filter, you can quickly narrow down the range according to parameters such as neck type, size, colour and packaging material. By combining these criteria you can easily find a suitable bottle, vial, jar or container for a specific type of cosmetic or other product.