the {upcycled & recycled}Why I Love Preserve

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About a month ago, our Costco collection of toothbrushes came to an end! While on a quick run into Trader Joe’s I saw these Preserve toothbrushes and decided to purchase them. I’d read a lot about them previously and figured it was the best eco option. We’ve been using them for a couple weeks now and like them.

I love all the features about Preserve products! I honestly can’t believe I haven’t invested in their products sooner. I’m thrilled to share the wonderful information with you.

- Preserve products are made from 100% recycled plastics and 100% post-consumer paper. By using recycled materials, we save energy, preserve natural resources and create and incentive for communities to recycle.

- All of our plastic products are recyclable either through our postage-paid labels and mailers (toothbrushes and razor handles) or at the curb in communities that recycle #5 plastic.

- We make our products in the USA, so that we can ship them shorter distances, using less fuel and limiting our environmental footprint. We don’t test on animals. Period

How is that for an eco fantastic company! Wait, there’s more.

The Preserve team is made up of 17 people and a host of talented interns who bike, walk, train, and drive (some in bio-diesel fueled cars) to our office outside of Boston intent on bringing Preserve and our mission into more homes everyday.

Whoa! Only 17 people! I find that to be quite impressive.

Still more:

Since their toothbrushes and other various products including RAZORS and Preserve Jr. toothbrushes are made from #5 plastic  they’re products are BPA FREE. No plastic toxic chemicals! Gick.

If you have a Whole Foods Market in your area you can also recycle their products at participating locations or at any Gimme5 participating locations.  I think  my favorite feature about this toothbrush is the recycling aspect.    Being able to recycle your toothbrush is RAD! The curve handle makes it easy to get into those areas that are hard to get to- I love that. Plus, the container they come in doubles as a travel case.

I can’t tell you how happy I am to have picked up these toothbrushes that day. What’s even better is that because they have razors that are recyclable I can use these in the future and not feel the eco guilt after using a disposable one. This information could not have come at a better time since I’m giving up disposable razors. Maybe, Preserve wants to help me make the switch!?!!?

AND- the Preserve Jr. toothbrushes have fun animal colors and shapes…

Preserve is a proud supporter of the National Wildlife Federation’s mission to inspire Americans to protect our wildlife for future generations.  That’s why we partner with them to highlight different endangered species on the packaging and design of our Jr. toothbrushes.

Aside from the fact their products are made from collected Stonyfield Farm yogurt cups; the fact, they support NWF is the icing on the cake for me! I heart NWF!

What’s not to love about this company! I also didn’t realize they had cups, plates, and utensils (everyday and on the go!) as well as some kitchen accessories.

Reduce. Reuse. Recycle. Those are the principles that have driven our company since 1996 and that motivate us to encourage more households to choose our 100% recycled and recyclable products over conventional products.

Nothing Wasted. Everything Gained.

I’m definitely planning to invest in more products from this company- I love their mission and so far I’m digging their products!!!

This sounds silly but I can’t wait to print out the pre-paid postage and send them back to get recycled!!!!

Have you used Preserve products? What’s been your experience?