Recycling empty cosmetics is a difficult business. It is evident that recycling the majority of cosmetic and skincare packaging could be a bit more complex than simply throwing them in your blue bin.
Because of their bulk and multi-material composition and their multi-material composition, the bottles, tubes and jars that are that you have in your cabinet for medicine need to be processed properly for recycling, if they’re recyclable in any way.
We’ve put together a helpful guide for recycling cosmetic packaging to help you reduce the amount of waste and keep empty bottles out of landfill.
Notice: Recycling programs vary according to location. You can use the following article for a general guideline but make sure to review your local laws. Use resources such as The EARTH911 as well as Keep America Beautiful to find out what recyclables can be accepted within your local area.
What is recyclable at home?
The items listed below are able to be placed in your recycle bin if the cap is removed and the container is rinsed free of any substance. * To ensure you’re sure that the packaging is completely free of any remnants, you might need to cut it open with care and then wash it clean.
- .#1 2, #3 as well as #5 containers are bigger than a yogurt container**
- Bottles and jars made of metal
- Tubes of metal
- Glass bottles that are clear or frosted and Jars
- Cardboard boxes and papers
- Aerosol cans
If the cap as well as container are made from identical materials (i.e. an aluminum cap on a jar made of plastic) wash them thoroughly after which you can reattach them. place them in the recycling container.
Plastics #5 and #5 aren’t accepted into certain recycling programs. Check the guidelines of your local program to be certain.
What is in the garbage
These kinds of packaging are probably not recyclable.
- Sponges
- Brushes
- Single-use wipes
- Safety seals made of foil or plastic
- Nail polish*
If the cap as well as container are made from identical materials (i.e. an aluminum cap on a jar made of plastic) wash them thoroughly after which you can reattach them. place them in the recycling container.
Plastics #5 and #5 aren’t accepted into certain recycling programs. Check the guidelines of your local program to be certain.
What is in the garbage
These kinds of packaging are probably not recyclable.
- Sponges
- Brushes
- Single-use wipes
- Safety seals made of foil or plastic
- Nail polish*
If the cap as well as container are made from identical materials (i.e. an aluminum cap on a jar made of plastic) wash them thoroughly after which you can reattach them. place them in the recycling container.
Plastics #5 and #5 aren’t accepted into certain recycling programs. Check the guidelines of your local program to be certain.
What is in the garbage
These kinds of packaging are probably not recyclable.
- Sponges
- Brushes
- Single-use wipes
- Safety seals made of foil or plastic
- Nail polish*
If the cap as well as container are made from identical materials (i.e. an aluminum cap on a jar made of plastic) wash them thoroughly after which you can reattach them. place them in the recycling container.
Plastics #5 and #5 aren’t accepted into certain recycling programs. Check the guidelines of your local program to be certain.
What is in the garbage
These kinds of packaging are probably not recyclable.
- Sponges
- Brushes
- Single-use wipes
- Safety seals made of foil or plastic
- Nail polish*
