Posts Tagged ‘hand balm’

I’m all about doing my part but I have limits when it comes to choosing between quality and eco but crummy. The journey to finding quality and eco friendly seems to be a difficult one though. For example, a few weeks ago I was working on packaging for a Bramble Berry soap swap. My soaps needed to be wrapped or they would warp but the plastic wrap method didn’t really make me happy so I went looking for options. Cello wrap made from plants seemed like a good idea but when I tried it the wrap warped. Likely this is me not doing it right but it wasn’t an easy solution to my problem that was quickly becoming urgent. Instead I dug out some resealable plastic bags that are very easy to use along with paper labels and off they went. These handy bags do the trick in a pinch but I’m looking for a product that will protect my soap a little better. The available options right now seem to be plastic, cello or cardboard. None of which currently make me happy. Sounds like it’s time for a product redesign. I’ve already got some new labels in mind.

After seeing different eco lip tubes I started wondering how well they work and if I could find something similar or better. After a week of testing out eco lip tubes from two different sellers I like the idea but I’m not sure I’m sold. Every time I apply the balm I have to squeeze the contents up enough to use without the container rubbing my lip. Not a show stopper but not my favorite.

Organic Essence brand lip balm was by far my favorite of the two lip products I tested.

These very cool cardboard jars, though, are fabulous!  I love how sturdy they are and how they have a cardboard liner for extra protection. This would be especially perfect for a vegan or organic product. Overall I am loving Organic Essence products and their eco conscious containers.

I’ll keep searching the web for workable ideas. I’m liking the eco trend especially now that I’m making my own products and getting to see how much plastic is tossed after a single use.