Sustainability is a hot topic in every industry, from clothing to design to manufacturing. Many brands are figuring out ways to make their products to reduce the impact on the environment, following the principles of a circular economy.
The idea is that nothing must be thrown away. Following this trend, we have created an eye-catching and funky finish for wooden hairbrushes inspired by the patchwork technique.
Want to discover more? Read the following article!
wooden hairbrushes: A sustainable finish to make them unique
Patchwork probably originated when people needed to reuse different fabrics or patterns to make their clothes, as few resources were available.
By the 19th century, this technique had become a decorative element used to create prestigious clothes based on the idea of reusing and recycling.
It saw a broad decline during the first half of the 20th century but was adopted by the fashion industry in the 1960s as a look associated with hippie culture, not just a technique.
Sustainable fashion’s latest trends are all about upcycled patchwork.
If brands use the remnants of their collections for new pieces with patches in their design, the overall amount of waste is reduced.
Everything is preserved and reused, which is deeply in line with the increasing awareness of sustainability and the purpose of a circular economy model.
We translated the patchwork technique to hairbrush handles
Why should pieces of textiles be used just to create clothes? The principles of reusing and recycling are the cornerstones of our company.
Wood manufacturing, in fact, creates a lot of scraps, which we use to create new objects or to fuel our heating systems.
We really love the idea of giving new birth to discarded materials, transforming them into something useful and beautiful, which is why we decided to widen our finishing catalogue with a new option inspired by the technique of patchwork.
The idea involves applying pieces of fabric on a hairbrush handle to give it a new and unique style.
These fabrics come from the textile industry and would otherwise be thrown away.
Why choose this finishing option?
The reasons are many:
- it gives a funny, funky, and captivating appearance to your wooden hairbrush
- it follows the principles of a circular economy model, as we use discarded fabrics from the textile industry
- it will allow you to differentiate yourself from your competitors with a unique and innovative object in line with the increasing consumer demand for sustainability
- it doesn’t conceal the wooden handle but rather actually enhances it, preserving its naturalness and grains
The genuine and traditional soul of wood is still important, but we give it an unconventional and inimitable appearance.
Wood is a precious raw material that is really appreciated by consumers, which is why we always try to make its beauty and prestige stand out.
Moreover, it is eco-friendly by nature, ensuring that it comes from responsibly managed forests.
You need to verify that wood is FSC certified to be sure it is collected following the standards of environmental and forestry protection dictated by the market.
You must also ensure that the manufacturing company you select follows the principles of a circular economy, paying attention to energy and the use of resources and adopting energy-efficient systems and technologies.
The combination of:
- FSC-certified raw materials,
- a finishing option created with recycled fabrics, and
- a sustainable production process
makes your wooden hairbrushes real eco-friendly objects of design.
In this way, you will be able to satisfy your clients’ requests for more sustainable and glamorous objects.
The Minelli Group is known all over the world for the quality and design of its products. Thanks to our cutting-edge machines and the latest technologies and tools, we can ensure perfect and top-quality products.
Our internal Research and Development department constantly observes the market to discover new trends to follow with our products.
Our approach integrates an environmentally friendly vision with the design of unique and distinctive objects, customized according to clients’ needs.
Minelli S.p.A. has always focused on sustainability: in 1999, we were among the first to be certified by the Forest Stewardship Council® when it was not yet a standard practice.
We recently underwent an EcoVadis Audit and received a highly positive rating in terms of environmental, labor & human rights, ethics, and sustainable procurement impact.
This demonstrates our sincere dedication to pursue a responsible manufacturing model that respects the environment as well as all ethical aspects of business.
If you are looking for sustainable hairbrush handles or have a project in mind, contact us right now.
