Packaging waste is one of the biggest contributors to global plastic pollution. For most people, oral care is part of daily life, which means toothbrushes, floss picks, and toothpaste tubes add up fast. At RADIUS, every part of our design process considers how to reduce, reuse, or remove waste entirely.
This guide takes you behind the scenes of how RADIUS approaches sustainable packaging and the innovative materials that keep our products planet friendly without compromising performance.
Why Sustainable Packaging Matters
Oral care items are usually small, used daily, and tossed quickly. That combination makes traditional plastic packaging a top contributor to landfills. Many oral care products are also packaged in mixed materials that are difficult to recycle.
By redesigning packaging with simpler materials and renewable resources, we reduce waste and make it easier for families to choose products that align with their values. Here are the biggest challenges in oral care packaging today:
- Single use plastics - Conventional toothbrush packages often use plastic on plastic, with no recycling path.
- Mixed material packs - When cardboard is glued to plastic, it becomes non recyclable in most systems.
- Non biodegradable products - Many floss picks and toothbrushes remain in landfills for decades.
- High carbon manufacturing - Petroleum based plastics use more energy and produce higher emissions.
Innovative Packaging Choices That Make a Difference
RADIUS designs every component with sustainability in mind. From bioplastics to compostable materials, each product uses packaging that reduces environmental impact in simple, meaningful ways.
- Plant based and upcycled materials - Handles for products like the Big Brush with Replaceable Head use renewable cellulose and upcycled materials instead of virgin plastic.
- Compostable floss packaging - Floss picks like the EcoFlex Floss Pick arrive in reduced waste packaging that is easy to recycle or dispose of responsibly.
- Minimalist toothpaste tubes - RADIUS toothpastes use low waste tube designs with clean ingredient formulas that avoid unnecessary fillers.
- Replaceable heads to cut plastic waste - With products like the SOURCE, only the head gets replaced. You can find its replacements here: Source Brush Replacement Heads.
- No excess wrapping - Many products ship in streamlined cardboard packaging to eliminate unnecessary layers.
Sustainability is not an afterthought at RADIUS. It is the starting point of every design. We choose materials that are renewable, recyclable, or compostable whenever possible. Our packaging is intentionally simple because less waste and fewer materials make a meaningful difference for the planet and for families who care about what they bring home.
How RADIUS Products Support Low Waste Living
Small switches add up, especially for daily essentials. Using tools that create less waste helps build a routine that supports your health and the planet at the same time.
Tools like the Big Brush with Replaceable Head reduce long term plastic waste by letting you keep the handle and replace only the head. For kids and families, the EcoFlex Floss Pick offers a gentler, low waste alternative to traditional floss packaging.
Sustainable packaging is not just about reducing waste. It is about rethinking everyday items in ways that feel intuitive, responsible, and better for future generations. When you choose RADIUS, you choose products designed to protect your smile and the planet at the same time. One simple swap can make a big impact.
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