Before first use we recommend mechanically cleaning the bottle and the dispensing part with a suitable washing agent, rinsing thoroughly with drinking water and allowing it to dry completely. Subsequently, the inner surfaces of the packaging must be disinfected with alcohol, for example with the products IPA 99% isopropyl alcohol or Ethanol 96% denatured plant-based, while following the manufacturer’s safety instructions. Only after the alcohol has completely evaporated and the bottle is dry is it ready to be filled with the final formulation.

Yes, the bottle can be used repeatedly, provided that hygienic principles are observed. After the contents have been used up, we recommend disassembling the packaging, removing any residues of the original product, washing with a suitable cleaning agent and rinsing thoroughly. Before each new filling it is important to clean and disinfect both the bottle and the dispensing mechanism, for example using IPA 99% isopropyl alcohol or 96% plant-based ethanol. This reduces the risk of microbial contamination and undesirable changes in the fragrance, colour or texture of the new product.

If the formulation is very thick, it may affect the smoothness of dosing. It is recommended to carry out a test with a small amount of product and observe whether the pump draws in and expels the cream without excessive effort. In case of excessively high viscosity, it helps to slightly adjust the recipe (for example by reducing the proportion of waxes or butters, or by adding a small amount of the liquid phase) in order to achieve a consistency suitable for the given type of dispenser. For formulations with very fine solid particles it is necessary to check whether they do not clog the suction system or the nozzle.

If you decide not to use the bottle any longer, we recommend, after emptying and basic cleaning, recycling it in accordance with local waste sorting rules, according to the material stated in the parameter table for the product on the Handymade.sk website. The glass container is usually placed in the glass recycling bin, while plastic or metal parts of the top section are sorted according to the local collection system. Before placing it in the appropriate container, it is advisable to remove product residues from the packaging in order to facilitate its processing in the recycling process.

When choosing a suitable bottle, jar or pot, we recommend using the advanced filter in the packaging categories. It is located at the top of the page after clicking on a particular category and allows you to filter products by neck type, size, colour and material. This enables you to quickly narrow down the selection to packaging that matches your formulation and the visual style of your brand, and then choose a specific product according to the detailed description and attached parameters.