Razor Blades
Tips on Safe Razor Blade Recycling
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Where to Send Blades
North America
USA
Gillette works with TerraCycle
Venus & Gillette Teracycle Recycling
Click this link to see the map of drop off locations. This appears to be for the plastic razors. Not double-sided safety razors which can be recycled at most recyclers who accept metals.Schick "It’s time for a change, and Edgewell Personal Care is proud to help lead the way. We’re excited to help our customers participate in the fight for sustainable self-care. Even if you’re not able to recycle your Edgewell products through your home curbside program, you can send eligible products and packaging back to us."
California
Albatross Take Back Program allows you to send in used razor blades, even if you didn't buy them from their company. Click this link to ensure you pack the blades safely before mailing to the following address:
Albatross Designs
PO Box 2254
Berkeley, CA 94702
Connecticut
Leaf click the link to read their suggestions and safety instructions before mailing to the folloing address:
Leaf Shave c/o RECYCLE
48 Taugwonk Spur Road, Unit 2
Stonington, CT 06378
Further Reading
Hair Removal
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