So much so, that the EU moved to ban plastic glitters in 2023. This has sparked a rise in available ‘eco-glitters’ – but how biodegradable is biodegradable glitter, really?
It all depends which brand and type of biodegradable glitter you are buying. There are many brands out there that claim their glitter is eco-friendly, but in reality their claims are not backed by science.
TINTYKIT’s LIVING GLITTER is authentic bio-glitter – which is designed to biodegrade quickly and safely in natural freshwater environments.
Our glitter is certified “OK Biodegradable WATER by TÜV Austria (Logo/Cert Serial Number S0933)”. This level of certification is considered the highest of its kind in the world. This is the highest level of independent certification for fresh water biodegradability in the world – an achievement that still remains unequalled by any other glitter manufacturer.
This logo below is what you need to look out for when buying a biodegradable glitter:
In practical terms, this means that if you wash off the glitter and it goes down your sink, it will naturally break down with the presence of microbes in the water system. Or if it falls off your body onto the ground, it will naturally break down in the outdoor environment.
Our zero-guilt LIVING GLITTER is the highest quality biodegradable glitter money can buy – meaning you can sparkle safe in the knowledge that what you're wearing is not harmful for the planet.
As always, if you have more questions on our biodegradable glitter you can email us at hello@tintykit.com.
