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Gillette plans to shave use of virgin plastics by 50% by 2030

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Personal care products brand Gillette, known for its razors, set out to become a more sustainable company one decade again. And over the past 10 years, it has reduced its energy consumption by 392,851 gigajoules and its greenhouse gas emissions by 26 percent. The company has also reached zero-manufacturing-waste-to-landfill status across all of the plants in its global network.   On Monday, Gillette announced its 2030 goals to uplevel its sustainability ambitions. Building on the 26 percent reduction in greenhouse gas emissions — and using a 2009-2010 baseline — Gillette plans to boost that number to a 50 percent reduction by 2030.   “We've done a lot over the 10 years. But we're not complacent,” said Gary Coombe, CEO at Gillette. “And we recognize there's still a lot to do.”   One of Gillette's 2030 goals is to maintain zero-waste-to-landfill status. To achieve that designation at its World Shaving Headquarters in Boston, Gillette worked with local recycler Rand Whitney Recycling to do an in-depth assessment on all of its waste streams, with a goal of ensuring all would be either reused, recycled or incinerated for energy recovery. P&G Corporate, Gillette's parent company, doesn't release numbers about how much waste is reused, recycled or incinerated across its brands.   From there, the company worked to reduce scrap waste and engaged employees to help improve recycling rates. Gillette said because the assessment of its waste streams, which helped determine how to treat the waste, was effective, it was later implemented at other plants globally.   Another one of Gillette’s goals is to reduce water consumption related to production by 35 percent. The company has been cutting its water consumption by using more recycled water at its sites and through water conservation projects. The company shared its Milenio plant in Mexico as an example. At that plant, it said it has zero water discharge, meaning 100 percent of its wastewater is treated and reused onsite.   What's more, Coombe said when Gillette thinks about reducing water consumption, it also considers how to reduce the amount of water people who use its razors consume when shaving.   To that end, it designed razors to be easier to rinse hair from, enabling people to use less water. It also recently released a “waterless” razor for "assisted shaving," or shaving someone else. that product was designed with caregivers in mind, with a shave gel tube attached directly to the razor.   Gillette’s other 2030 goals include:  
  1. Use 100 percent renewable purchased electricity: The company has created an energy task force team at each of its sites to help identify and improve its energy footprint.
  2. Reduce absolute virgin plastic by 50 percent.
  3. Provide 100 percent transparency about the ingredients in its formulas: Gillette is part of the Smart Label program in the U.S. to promote ingredient transparency for people who use its products. Additionally, its parent company P&G provides product ingredient information through its product ingredient transparency page.
  4. Responsibly source animal, plant and mineral-derived materials, backed by supporting credentials (e.g. Forest Stewardship Council)
  5. Use 100 percent recyclable packaging.
  6. Increase the amount of PCR content used in its blades and razors by 2023.
  To help support the recyclability of its products, in 2019, Gillette in partnership with TerraCycle, launched a razor recycling program in the U.S., Canada, UK, Australia and New Zealand, which allowed its customers to recycle any brand of used razor handle or blade along with its packaging.   “This is a program that we felt was very important and, you know, necessary to give consumers that option, should they wish, to recycle the product,” Coombe said. “That's a partnership that continues to grow. And we're going to leverage it further, as we launch new products and products that are even more specifically designed to improve the environmental profile of the razor.”   Since the program’s initial launch, the partnership has established over 21,000 public razor recycling locations globally, according to Gillette. Once the disposable razors, replaceable-blade cartridges and their packaging are collected, they are broken down and separated by material. The plastics are cleaned and turned into pellets to be recycled into new products like picnic tables and park benches and the metal materials are smelted and converted into alloys.   Aside from its 2030 goals, Gillette this week is releasing results of a global survey it conducted with research firm Lucid. The survey, which polled about 5,500 men aged 18 to 50 in 11 countries, showed more than half of the men surveyed (54 percent) care about sustainability and more than half (58 percent) say plastic waste in the environment is a very important issue to them.   Coombe said that while the survey results didn’t influence Gillette’s 2030 goals, “it's given us even more encouragement and energy to get to stay on this journey and accelerate the journey that, frankly, we've been on for 10 years already.”
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Gillette plans to shave use of virgin plastics by 50% by 2030

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Personal care products brand Gillette, known for its razors, set out to become a more sustainable company one decade ago. And over the past 10 years, it has reduced its energy consumption by 392,851 gigajoules and its greenhouse gas emissions by 26 percent. The company also has reached zero-manufacturing-waste-to-landfill status across all plants in its global network. On Monday, Gillette announced its 2030 goals to uplevel its sustainability ambitions. Building on the 26 percent reduction in greenhouse gas emissions — and using a 2009-2010 baseline — Gillette plans to boost that number to a 50 percent reduction by 2030. "We've done a lot over the 10 years. But we're not complacent," said Gary Coombe, CEO at Gillette. "And we recognize there's still a lot to do." One of Gillette's 2030 goals is to maintain zero-waste-to-landfill status. To achieve that designation at its World Shaving Headquarters in Boston, Gillette worked with local recycler Rand Whitney Recycling to do an in-depth assessment on all of its waste streams, with a goal of ensuring all would be either reused, recycled or incinerated for energy recovery. P&G Corporate, Gillette's parent company, doesn't release numbers about how much waste is reused, recycled or incinerated across its brands. From there, the company worked to reduce scrap waste and engaged employees to help improve recycling rates. Gillette said because the assessment of its waste streams, which helped determine how to treat the waste, was effective, it later was implemented at other plants globally. Another one of Gillette’s goals is to reduce water consumption related to production by 35 percent. The company has been cutting its water consumption by using more recycled water at its sites and through water conservation projects. The company shared its Milenio plant in Mexico as an example. At that plant, it said it has zero water discharge, meaning 100 percent of its wastewater is treated and reused onsite. What's more, Coombe said when Gillette thinks about reducing water consumption, it also considers how to reduce the amount of water people who use its razors consume when shaving. To that end, it designed razors to be easier to rinse hair from, enabling people to use less water. It also recently released a "waterless" razor for "assisted shaving," or shaving someone else. That product was designed with caregivers in mind, with a shave gel tube attached directly to the razor. Gillette’s other 2030 goals include:
  1. Use 100 percent renewable purchased electricity: The company has created an energy task force team at each of its sites to help identify and improve its energy footprint.
  2. Reduce absolute virgin plastic by 50 percent.
  3. Provide 100 percent transparency about the ingredients in its formulas: Gillette is part of the Smart Label program in the U.S. to promote ingredient transparency for people who use its products. Additionally, its parent company P&G provides product ingredient information through its product ingredient transparency page.
  4. Responsibly source animal, plant and mineral-derived materials, backed by supporting credentials (Forest Stewardship Council)
  5. Use 100 percent recyclable packaging.
  6. Increase the amount of PCR content used in its blades and razors by 2023.
To help support the recyclability of its products, in 2019, Gillette, in partnership with TerraCycle, launched a razor recycling program in the U.S., Canada, U.K., Australia and New Zealand, which allowed its customers to recycle any brand of used razor handle or blade along with its packaging. "This is a program that we felt was very important and necessary to give consumers that option, should they wish, to recycle the product," Coombe said. "That's a partnership that continues to grow. And we're going to leverage it further, as we launch new products and products that are even more specifically designed to improve the environmental profile of the razor." Since the program’s initial launch, the partnership has established over 21,000 public razor recycling locations globally, according to Gillette. Once the disposable razors, replaceable-blade cartridges and their packaging are collected, they are broken down and separated by material. The plastics are cleaned and turned into pellets to be recycled into new products such as picnic tables and park benches and the metal materials are smelted and converted into alloys. Aside from its 2030 goals, Gillette this week is releasing results of a global survey it conducted with research firm Lucid. The survey, which polled about 5,500 men ages 18 to 50 in 11 countries, showed more than half of the men surveyed (54 percent) care about sustainability and more than half (58 percent) say plastic waste in the environment is a very important issue to them. Coombe said that while the survey results didn’t influence Gillette’s 2030 goals, "it's given us even more encouragement and energy to get to stay on this journey and accelerate the journey that, frankly, we've been on for 10 years already."
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A global study by Gillette found that men are taking environmental concerns more seriously, as a result of COVID-19. And the company raises the bar for itself with the launch of its Sustainability 2030 goals.

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Today, Gillette released new data revealing that more than half of men globally (59 percent) are more engaged in sustainability efforts as a result of COVID-19. “Gillette’s mission is to provide men with the best possible grooming products in a way that also protects the future of the world around us,” said Alessandra Dolfini, Global SVP at Gillette. “The new data reveals that this unprecedented time has deepened men’s commitment to preserving the planet for the next generation — and through Gillette’s ongoing sustainability journey, we hope to make a positive difference today, tomorrow and long into the future.” Gillette has long positioned itself as a brand that understands and empowers men — as exemplified by its long-running tagline, “The best a man can get.” The brand faced widespread backlash in 2019, however, when its “We Believe” ad called out a range of negative behaviors associated with toxic masculinity and asked, “Is this the best a man can get?” But who remembers that in a year like this? Once again, COVID proves to be a great unifier — apparently helping to shift men’s attitudes around the value of preserving our resources for the future.

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The global survey, conducted in 11 countries, revealed that more than half (54 percent) of men aged 18-50 care about sustainability now more than ever — with leading drivers being long-term considerations:
  • Most consider sustainability to be more important to future generations (66 percent) rather than people today (34 percent), their own personal future (64 percent) rather than their life right now (36 percent), and the global economy (69 percent) rather than their community’s businesses (31 percent).
  • Men prioritize advancing environmental issues with more visible outcomes — including access to clean water, ocean conservation, recycling and wildlife protection; over less tangible challenges, such as reducing carbon footprints and supply chain efficiency. In addition, more than half of men (58 percent) say plastic waste in the environment is a very important issue to them.
Additionally, the survey revealed that 95 percent of men have made at least one sustainable lifestyle change in the past five years — including adopting reusable bags, recycling and composting regularly, and reusing products. Since the start of COVID-19, men have focused most on reducing food waste. The survey showed that men are most likely to take sustainable actions because it feels like they are doing the right thing (50 percen fot), followed by a need to set a good example for others (41 percent). Read more results from the survey here. Also today, Gillette — whose sustainability efforts are summed up by the tagline, “Bringing out the best in the world around us,” also announced its 2030 sustainability action plan. As part of Gillette’s Sustainability Goals, the company expects 100 percent of packaging to be recyclable by 2030 with siginificant progress made in 2023. Gillette plans to roll out new products with 100 percent recyclable packaging and use PCR in its razor handles and packaging within the coming year. Gillette also committed to new goals on finding energy, water and material use efficiencies through the entire lifecycle of products — all while continuing to offer built-to-last products made with safe materials and ingredients. Gillette’s Sustainability 2030 Goals include:
  • Use 100 percent renewable electricity
  • Reduce greenhouse gas emissions for manufacturing by 50 percent
  • Reduce water consumption per production by 35 percent and reduce absolute virgin plastic by 50 percent
  • Provide 100 percent transparency about its ingredients
  • Responsibly source animal-, plant- and mineral-derived materials, backed by supporting credentials (e.g. FSC)
  • Maintain zero waste to landfill status across its global network of plants
  • Use 100 percent recyclable packaging by 2030 with significant progress made by 2023. In Addition, the company will increase post-consumer recycled content in its offerings
  • Inspire men to feel empowered and confident in all aspects of their lives, and continually work to drive change so that all men can look, feel and be their best.
Gillette also shared an update on its environmental progress over the past decade — including reducing energy use across its operations (enough to power 17 million homes) and reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 26 percent. In 2019, Gillette also launched the world’s first national razor recycling program in the US, Canada, the UK, Australia and New Zealand in partnership with TerraCycle, providing consumers a way to recycle any brand of used razor handle, blade or packaging.   Read more about Gillette’s Sustainability 2030 goals and its progress to date here
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Gillette® Global Survey Reveals Men Are More Focused on Sustainability as Result of COVID-19

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Gillette advances sustainability journey across its supply chain and products with announcement of its 2030 goals
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BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Gillette (NYSE: PG) today released new data revealing that most men globally (59%) are more supportive of sustainability efforts as a result of COVID-19. The Company also announced its 2030 Sustainability action plan.

“It’s clear that men are committed to advancing environmental sustainability for the long-term good of the planet and people”

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“Gillette’s mission is to provide men with the best possible grooming products in a way that also protects the future of the world around us,” said Alessandra Dolfini, Global Senior Vice President, Gillette. “The new data reveals that this unprecedented time has deepened men’s commitment to preserving the planet for the next generation – and through Gillette’s ongoing sustainability journey, we hope to make a positive difference today, tomorrow and long into the future.” The global survey, conducted in 11 countries, revealed that more than half (54%) of men aged 18-50 care about sustainability now more than ever – and long-term considerations are the leading drivers: Most consider sustainability to be more important to future generations (66%) rather than people today (34%), their own personal future (64%) rather than their life right now (36%), and the global economy (69%) rather than their communities’ businesses (31%). Men prioritize advancing environmental issues with more visible outcomes, including access to clean water, ocean conservation, recycling, and wildlife protection; over less tangible challenges, such as reducing carbon footprints and supply chain efficiency. In addition, more than half of men (58%) say plastic waste in the environment is a very important issue to them. Additionally, the survey revealed that 95% of men have made at least one sustainable lifestyle change in the past five years, including adopting reusable bags, recycling and composting regularly, and reusing products. Since the start of COVID-19, men have focused most on reducing food waste. The survey showed that men are most likely to take sustainable actions because it feels like they are doing the right thing (50%), followed by a need to set a good example for others (41%). “It’s clear that men are committed to advancing environmental sustainability for the long-term good of the planet and people,” said Dolfini. “From addressing waste to reducing water consumption, Gillette remains committed to our goals in areas that are a priority for our customers – as well as other critical challenges across the supply chain, including reducing emissions, sourcing responsibly and ensuring ingredient transparency across the board.” As part of Gillette’s Sustainability Goals, the Company expects 100% of its packaging to be recyclable by 2030 with significant progress made by 2023. In addition, the Company will increase post-consumer recycled (PCR) content in its offerings. Gillette plans to roll out new products with 100% recyclable packaging and to use PCR in its razor handles and packaging within the coming year. Gillette also committed to new goals on finding energy, water and material use efficiencies through the entire lifecycle of products – all while continuing to offer trusted products designed to last with eco-friendly, safe materials and ingredients. Gillette’s 2030 Goals include:
  • Use 100% renewable purchased electricity
  • Reduce greenhouse gas emissions for manufacturing by 50%
  • Reduce water consumption by 35% per production and reduce absolute virgin plastic by 50%
  • Provide 100% transparency about the ingredients in its formulas
  • Responsibly source animal, plant and mineral-derived materials, backed by supporting credentials (e.g. FSC)
  • Maintain ‘Zero Waste to Landfill’ status across global network of plants
  • 100% of packaging to be recyclable by 2030 with significant progress made by 2023. In addition, the Company will increase post-consumer recycled (PCR) content in its offerings
  • Inspire men to feel empowered and confident in all aspects of their lives, and continually work to drive change so that all men can look, feel and be their best
Gillette also shared an update on its environmental progress over the past decade, including reducing energy use across its operations (enough to power 17 million homes), reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 26%;, and leading the industry in two key initiatives: in 2020, achieving “Zero Manufacturing Waste to Landfill” across Gillette’s global network of plants, and launching the Smart Label program in the U.S. to promote consumer ingredient transparency. In 2019, Gillette also launched the world’s first national razor recycling program in the U.S., Canada, UK, Australia and New Zealand in partnership with TerraCycle, giving consumers a way to reduce their waste footprint by recycling any brand of used razor handle, blade or packaging. The full survey results may be found at https://gillette.com/en-us/about/sustainability, along with details on Gillette’s progress towards its vision for a sustainable future. About the survey A global, online survey of 5,504 men aged 18 to 50 was conducted through research firm Lucid between May 25 and June 10, 2020. A representative online sample of about 500 men was surveyed in each of the following 11 countries: Brazil, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Russia, South Korea, Spain, the U.K. and the U.S. At the 95% confidence level, the margin of error is +/- 1.33. About Gillette For more than 115 years, Gillette has delivered precision technology and unrivalled product performance – improving the lives of over 800 million consumers around the world. From shaving and body grooming, to skin care and sweat protection, Gillette offers a wide variety of products including razors, shave gel (gels, foams and creams), skin care, after shaves, antiperspirants, deodorants and body wash. For more information and the latest news on Gillette, visit www.gillette.com. To see our full selection of products, visit www.gillette.com. Follow Gillette on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. About Procter & Gamble
P&G serves consumers around the world with one of the strongest portfolios of trusted, quality, leadership brands, including Always®, Ambi Pur®, Ariel®, Bounty®, Charmin®, Crest®, Dawn®, Downy®, Fairy®, Febreze®, Gain®, Gillette®, Head & Shoulders®, Lenor®, Olay®, Oral-B®, Pampers®, Pantene®, SK-II®, Tide®, Vicks®, and Whisper®. The P&G community includes operations in approximately 70 countries worldwide. Please visit http://www.pg.com for the latest news and information about P&G and its brands.
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Disposable Razor Blades Market to Reach USD 4.31 Billion by 2027; Rising Emphasis on Men Grooming to Boost Market, states Fortune Business Insights™

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Pune, Oct. 20, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The global disposable razor blades market size is expected to reach USD 4.31 billion by 2027, exhibiting a CAGR of 3.2% during the forecast period. The rising shift towards greener disposable razors will have an excellent impact on the market, states Fortune Business Insights, in a report, titled “Disposable Razor Blades Market Size, Share & COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Blade Count (1 & 2 Blades, 3 & 4 Blades, and 5 & More Blades), End-User (Men and Women), Distribution Channel (Hypermarkets, Online, and Others), and Regional Forecast, 2020-2027.” The market size stood at USD 3.39 billion in 2019.

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The report on the disposable razor blades market features:

  • Excellent understandings of the market
  • Crucial information about industry players
  • Vital data about regions
  • Key development and drivers
  • COVID-19 impact
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Market Driver:

 

Prominence of Handy Razor Blades to Improve Market Prospects

The growing popularity of non-refillable razors in long or short journeys will spur opportunities for the market. For instance, as per the report Award Catalogue 2020 of BEYONDPLASTIC, about 5,000 billion disposable razor blades are used per year globally.  The convenience of non-refillable razors makes it a preferable choice while traveling. The advantages of the razer include multiple usages of the same blade. The growing awareness regarding non-refillable razors can bolster the healthy growth of the market. For example, the Wilkinson Sword’s products including fixed cartridge razor blades range are allowed in handbags while traveling to foreign countries, making it a preferred choice among travelers. Hence, the increasing demand for such razor blades will augur well for the market.

Inhibited Demand for Razor Blades to Restraint Market Amid Coronavirus

The shifting fashion trends have negatively impacted the global market during coronavirus. For instance, the trend of keeping long beards has reduced the demand for razors. Moreover, the decline in razor blade sales owing to work from culture, which does not mandate proper grooming. Procter & Gamble reported decreased net sales by 2% to US$ 6.1 billion in the fiscal year 2020 in the grooming segment. Besides, slashed shaving needs have further retarded the expansion of the market. Nevertheless, the rising disposable income and awareness about grooming will certainly create openings for the market in the near future.

Regional Analysis:

Increased Purchasing Power of Consumers to Boost Market in Europe
The market for disposable razor blades in Europe stood at USD 1.14 billion in 2019 and is expected to remain dominant during the forecast period. The growth in the region is attributed to the high purchasing power of consumers for premium and branded non-refillable razors. For instance, BIC group which is ranked number two in the global one-piece razors market produces around 2.6 billion shavers along with 4.9 billion blades every year to serve the needs of the consumers. The surge in travelers can contribute positively to the market in Europe.

As per the Tourism Statistics released in January 2020 by Eurostat, in 2018 at least one personal tourism trip was taken by about 64% of the residents of the EU. The market in Asia Pacific is expected to hold a significant share in the market owing to the rising demand for razor blades in countries such as China, Japan, and India. The inflated demand for low-cost disposable razors will propel the growth of the market in the region.

Key Development:

 

August 2019: Gillette and Gillette Venus announced its collaboration with TerraCycle, a leading organization in recycling. Under this partnership, all razor, as well as disposable razor blades of these brands, will be recycled.

The Report Lists the Key Companies in the Disposable Razor Blades Market:

  • Procter & Gamble Co. (Ohio, U.S.)
  • BIC Group (Paris, France)
  • Super-Max Group (Dubai, UAE)
  • Edgewell Personal Care (Shelton, U.S.)
  • Kai Group (Tokyo, Japan)
  • LORD International Co. (Alexandria, Egypt)
  • DORCO CO, LTD. (Seoul, South Korea)
  • Kaili Group (Ningbo, China)
  • Laroch co. (Shuaiba, Kuwait)
  • Perio Inc. (Dublin, U.S.)
  Browse Detailed Summary of Research Report with TOC:
  https://www.fortunebusinessinsights.com/disposable-razor-blades-market-102561   Detailed Table of Content:
  • Introduction
    • Research Scope
    • Market SegHouseholdtation
    • Research Methodology
    • Definitions and Assumptions
  • Executive Summary
  • Market Dynamics
    • Market Drivers
    • Market Restraints
    • Market Opportunities
    • Emerging Trends
  • Key Insights
    • Overview of the Parent/Related Markets
    • Industry SWOT Analysis
    • Regulatory Analysis
    • Recent Industry DevelopHouseholdts - Policies, Partnerships, New Product  Launches, and Mergers & Acquisitions
    • Qualitative Analysis (in relation to COVID-19)
      • Impact of COVID-19
      • Supply Chain Challenges
      • Potential Opportunities due to COVID-19
  • Global Disposable Razor Blades Market Analysis, Insights and Forecast, 2016-2027
    • Key Findings / Summary
    • Market Size Estimates and Forecast
      • By Blade Count (Value)
        • 1 & 2 Blades
        • 3 & 4 Blades
        • 5 & More Blades
      • By End-user (Value)
        • Men
        • Women
      • By Distribution Channel (Value)
        • Supermarkets/Hypermarkets
        • Pharmacies
        • Online
        • Others
      • By Region (Value)
        • North America
        • Europe
        • Asia Pacific
        • South America
        • Middle East & Africa
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How To Recycle Your Empty Beauty Products

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The ugly truth about beauty products is that disposing of the detritus they create isn’t easy. For one thing, mascara tubes, foundation sponges and anything else that could be contaminated by microbes or bacteria is actually considered a biohazard, which means you shouldn’t even throw it in the regular garbage.   Beyond that, most cosmetic containers can’t be recycled, even if they’re made of plastic or glass. Blue bin guidelines generally “do not include any material that has liquids, and that can contaminate other materials in the bin,” says Ernel Simpson, a V.P. at TerraCycle, a New Jersey-based company that has branded itself the go-to for all things “unrecyclable.”   Luckily, TerraCycle offers a few beauty-disposal options. Empties from its partners—Burt’s Bees, Bausch + Lomb, DECIEM, eos, Gillette, Tom’s of Maine and Weleda—can be dropped off at those stores, or sent directly to the recycling company for free.         Devotees of other brands can purchase a Zero Waste Box, fill it up with cleaned out lotion bottles and lipgloss tubes, and send it over to the company for recycling. (There are also Zero Waste boxes for everything from plastic snack packaging to cigarette butts and used chewing gum.)   Here, a few other companies trying to help green your cosmetic disposal routine.       The beauty giant was thinking about recycling well before it was trendy. Its Back-to-M.A.C. program dates back to the 1980s: customers who bring in six empty M.A.C. makeup containers receive a free standard lipstick, lipgloss or small eyeshadow. The brand says it reuses more than 100,000 pounds of material in the U.S. and Canada each year, and anything that cannot be reused is incinerated at waste-to-energy facilities.         A partnership with TerraCycle makes L’Occitane a convenient drop-off hub: customers who bring in empty beauty containers from any brand receive 10 percent off during their store visit. The brand has also pledged that every single one of its bottles will be made of 100 per cent recycled plastic by 2025.       The eco-conscious company’s goal is to get naked—a bunch of its products, from shampoo to body lotion, are sold entirely packaging-free. Last year, customers bought two million shampoo bars, keeping millions of plastic bottles out of landfills or the ocean. Liquid products come in the brand’s signature black pots, made from 100 per cent recycled plastic. Customers who return five empty pots get a free face mask.         Another TerraCycle partner, the Body Shop’s Return. Recycle. Repeat. program collects empty packaging from any brand for recycling at all of its Canadian locations (excluding products marked flammable or hazardous, such as perfumes). Bonus: club members get $10 worth of points when they bring back five Body Shop brand containers. It also launched a program last May to buy plastic waste collected in Bengaluru, India, which is recycled into shampoo and conditioner bottles.         Everyone from B.C. to Manitoba can take advantage of this Western chain’s extensive recycling program, available at all of its stores. Makeup isn’t accepted, but small beauty appliances such as hair dryers and curling irons are, as is most packaging, like the hard plastic and Styrofoam that cradles products bought online, as well as batteries and lightbulbs. In the last 10 years, the Canadian retailer has recycled more than 113 million pounds of waste—enough to fill two container ships.  
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Australian shavers now have their own recycling program

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Australia’s first national recycling program for razors badged the Gillette Razor Recycling Program has launched after P&G brands Gillette and Venus joined forces with TerraCycle.   The program covers disposable and refillable razors, blade cartridges and plastic packaging for all brands of razors and their packaging. Just like a takeaway coffee cup, while technically recyclable, the metal and plastic components of razors are also time consuming to separate and sort. This means that they usually end up in landfill. Now any household, community organisation, business or individual can sign up to recycle these items as well as raise money for the school, sports club, or charity of their choosing. To participate in the program, shavers sign up through the TerraCycle website, download a free shipping label and place their used razors in any cardboard box or carton. These can then be sent for free through Australia Post. TerraCycle Australia and New Zealand, general manager Jean Bailliard said he expected that this would be one of TerraCycle’s most popular recycling initiatives to date. “We expect there are many Australians who will be very keen to start collecting and returning their razor blades and packaging so they can be recycled, rather than placing them in landfill. “Later in the year once normal routines commence, we will also be encouraging community participation through sports clubs, gyms and our existing community networks to increase the volume of collections even further,” he said.
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