Beauty product packaging is usually composed of multiple types of materials, such as mirror glass, cardboard sleeves, paper inserts, expanded plastic foam, etc., which are widely known in cosmetic packaging, and sometimes even all used in one article. Recycling them is very difficult.

　　The global cosmetics industry produces 120 billion packages every year. Among them, plastic waste generated in bathrooms is rarely accepted by most public roadside recycling programs. The most common beauty products and packaging have caused a growing problem of plastic waste worldwide, and in the absence of proper recycling solutions, waste can not be adequately managed in landfills, incinerators, landfills or littering Trash is tracked. Many plastic wastes enter the ocean and waterways, exacerbating the environmental hazard problem.

　　We need to ensure that beauty products are recycled where possible. Below are our guidelines on recyclable items and what should be put in the ordinary trash can. If in doubt, throw it away.

　　This is important because beauty products and packaging that cannot be recycled through the public system will not only be diverted to landfills or incineration, but will also slow down the operation of the system and may contaminate bundles of secondary materials. This is important because we must improve the system to create a plastic circular economy.

　　How to recycle your beauty products

　　Cellophane

　　Cellophane wraps so many beauty products, such as perfumes and new makeup products. The annoying thing is that it cannot be recycled and should be placed in your ordinary trash can.

　　Plastic bottle

　　Most recycling programs accept plastic bottles such as shampoo, conditioner, and body wash. However, make sure to empty and clean them first. You can also keep the caps because they can be recycled unless it is a trigger head or a pump. These will need to be put in your ordinary trash can. If you have not completely washed the conditioner, please do not pour it into the sink. Instead, put it in as many ordinary trash cans as possible. (The same goes for the remaining products.)

　　Aerosol

　　Yes, hair spray and deodorant can be recycled in most household collection programs. But please make sure they are completely completed before recycling.

　　Mascara, lipstick, makeup (eye shadow, bronzer, blush)

　　Annoyingly, these are too complicated to be recycled.

　　Glass jar

　　Long live! As long as they are emptied and cleaned, they can be freely ejected into the recycling bin.

　　Cotton pad

　　This is an interesting question because they have been criticized for being as bad for the environment as wipes, but in fact, they can be recycled together with food waste. Therefore, after removing the cosmetics, take them directly into the kitchen and throw them away.

　　Hairdressing tool

　　If your tool can still be used, please consult your local charity store if it can be used. If they are damaged, they can be recycled at a specific center.

　　Nail polish, Perfume bottle, Makeup brush

　　They cannot be recycled, so they should be placed in a normal trash can.

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　　What else can you do?

　　TerraCycle is also paired with brands such as Kiehl's, L'Occitane and The Body Shop. These brands are accepting old beauty containers and will recycle them on your behalf. If you use this method, there are usually free gifts and discounts.

　　Put your hand on the TerraCycle zero trash can, and at the price they send an empty box to your home, you use your beauty containers (shampoo bottles and caps, conditioner bottles and caps, hair gel tubes and caps, Pressure-free hair) Fill it with spray bottle, hair spray plastic bottle and cap, lip balm tube, face soap dispenser and tube, lotion bottle, lotion tube, lotion dispenser and jars, non-pressurized shaving foam tube, lip gloss tube , Mascara tube, eyeliner and pencil case, eyeshadow tube, concealer tube and stick), and then send it back for recycling.

　　Buy products that are packaged in highly recycled materials, such as PET bottles.

　　Buy from brands that offer reusable services or reusable packaging.