Yes, the glass medicine bottle is also suitable for oil-based and slightly viscous preparations. The pouring insert enables controlled pouring; however, for very thick formulations we recommend performing a dosing test and, if necessary, adapting the filling or application method so that the dispensing of the product is smooth and comfortable.

The bottle can be reused provided that basic hygiene principles are observed. Before each new filling, the packaging must be thoroughly cleaned and disinfected in order to reduce the risk of contamination of the new product. For disinfection we recommend using, for example, isopropyl alcohol or ethanol in a quality suitable for cosmetic purposes, available in the Handymade range on the pages IPA 99 % isopropyl alcohol and Ethanol 96 % denatured plant-based. After cleaning and disinfection, allow the glass and the cap to dry naturally so that no residual moisture remains in the packaging.

First completely empty the bottle and rinse it with a suitable medium (for example, vegetable oil for oil blends or water and a mild detergent for water-based solutions). Then rinse thoroughly with clean water and allow to dry. Before refilling, it is advisable to disinfect the packaging – in practice, rinsing or spraying with isopropyl alcohol or ethanol and subsequent complete evaporation of the alcohol has proven effective. For sensitive formulations we recommend performing a stability test so that you can be sure there are no residues of the previous product left in the packaging.

If you decide not to reuse the packaging, we recommend recycling it responsibly. First empty the glass bottle as much as possible and rinse off any product residues. Then sort the glass into the appropriate glass waste container according to local rules. It is advisable to separate the cap and the pouring insert and sort them according to the material type specified in the product parameters on the Handymade website. By proper sorting you support the reuse of materials and minimize the amount of mixed waste.

The glass medicine bottle provides good protection of the contents even during transport; however, glass is a more fragile material than plastic, so it is recommended to use a protective case when travelling or to place it between soft items in a cosmetic bag. The screw cap with pouring insert helps to minimize the risk of product leakage; nevertheless, during transport it is advisable to keep the bottle in an upright position and regularly check that the cap is tightly closed.

To select suitable packaging, you can use the advanced filter in the packaging material categories. After clicking on the selected category (for example bottles, medicine bottles or jars), you will find the advanced filter at the top of the page. You can easily filter by neck type, size, colour and material to narrow down the selection only to packaging that meets your product and filling technology requirements. This way you can easily compare several options and choose the solution that best matches your requirements.