The Environmental Toothbrush with Biodegradable and Sustainable Bamboo

The hundreds of choices we make each day impact the environment. Sometimes its a big decision. Sometimes it's as small as changing your toothbrush.

Invented by a Brisbane dentist, The Environmental Toothbrush is a simple solution to the waste caused by plastic toothbrushes that will be helping the earth and your wallet. 

The Handle:

Made from bamboo, a natural cellulose fibre, the handles are biodegradable, environmentally sustainable, and do not pollute the environment. The amazing growth and self-renewing ability of bamboo means that deforestation is not necessary either. Even the packaging is bio-degradable.

Bamboo is technically considered a member of the grass family. It is the fastest growing plant on earth, and incredibly abundant. Our bamboo is cultivated for three years, and then harvested. It re-generates itself naturally, with minimal rain and without the need for harmful pesticides. In fact, by harvesting and using the bamboo, we help to control unwanted spread into agricultural and natural forest areas.

The bamboo is heat treated to carbonise the surface of the bamboo, giving it a quality finish and good service life. The carbonisation finishing process provides water resistance and prevents the growth of microbes (bacteria and moulds) during normal use.

The Bristles:

The bristles are made from a BPA FREE polymer resistant to microbial growth during normal use, to ensure safety and durability. We have tried to find a biodegradable bristle but as of this time there is nothing available – apart from boars hair (don’t want to go there). No they are not Nylon 4 (as far as we know there are no bristles made from Nylon 4 on the market today).

We have tried to bring you a toothbrush that is better for the environment- over the years we have been misled by our manufactures about our bristles being made of Nylon 4. We still believe that our toothbrush is a better alternative to a full Plastic toothbrush.

We recommend you rinse and dry your toothbrush after use to keep it clean.

For best results, most dentist’s recommend you replace your toothbrush either monthly or at least every quarter. Some even say use it until it stops. To answer the main question, HOW LONG DOES IT LAST? – We test drove a toothbrush for over 8 months so yes they last (not that we suggest you do that!).

Disposal:

The Environmental Toothbrush handle can be disposed of safely by returning it to earth in compost or landfill. The bamboo handle will biodegrade into soil without pollution, we suggest that you remove the bristles (e.g. with a pair of pliers) and place them into the bin or recycling (check with local recycling programs if suitable).

The Environmental toothbrush is  BPA Free and vegan friendly as well as the bonus of being fair trade.

(dentists recommend that you change your toothbrush every 3 months)

Adult Soft and Medium size available as well as Kids size.

Ireland deliveries:

Free delivery on orders over €75!

We use GLS Couriers who usually provide next day courier delivery from Monday to Friday. Delays can sometimes occur beyond our control so we advise you to always include postcode if you live in a rural area and always return missed calls if you are out and about on the day of delivery. Usually the driver can leave the order with a neighbour or behind the fence etc on your instructions. Delivery cost is €4.50 nationwide for up to 20kgs. You can check your parcel through your unique tracking number anytime at: GLS Track & Trace.

Midday is our cut off for next day delivery but sometimes we can still include your order after this time. 

You can also choose to have your order delivered by An Post Parcel Post for €5.95 up to 10kg (the advantage of this is it can be left at the local sorting office for you to pick up at your convenience if you know you aren't going to be home for your delivery) or regular post for small items. 

UK and Europe deliveries:

Shipping to the UK and Europe costs from €7.50 and takes 2+ days depending on your location - we ship through GLS/Parcelforce

Worldwide deliveries:

We use An Post Registered Post to ship around the world. Prices vary depending on weight and can be calculated from your shopping basket. Prices start from €8.80. Orders are usually delivered within 5-10 working days. Cocoonababy nests cost €44 to ship by registered post. 

Returns Policy:

You may return new, unopened items within 14 days of delivery for a full refund.

We'll also pay the return shipping costs if the return is a result of our error (you received an incorrect or defective item, etc.).

You should expect to receive your refund within one week of giving your package to the return shipper, however, in many cases you will receive a refund more quickly. This time period includes the transit time for us to receive your return from the shipper (2 to 4 business days), the time it takes us to process your return once we receive it (1 to 2 business days), and the time it takes your bank to process our refund request (5 to 10 business days).

If you need to return an item, simply send us an email telling us what the item is and why you wish to return it. We will then email you instructions on how to return it to us to get your refund. Alternatively call us on +353 1 839 7637.