🌿 Why We Choose Eco‑Conscious Packaging
Plastic pollution has become a significant environmental issue. So many everyday items come in single‑use plastic, leading to overwhelming production and waste. Because plastic is man‑made and not found in nature, it doesn’t truly break down, it lingers. A plastic bag can take 15 years to degrade, while a plastic bottle can take up to 450 years, often breaking into microplastics that harm our planet and our health.
At Choose Happy Organics, we’re deeply passionate about the environment, the world we share, and the impact we leave behind. While one small act may not change the world overnight, many small acts together create meaningful change. Our part in that movement is choosing sustainable packaging. Better for you, better for the planet, and something you can choose to be happy about.
All of our packaging is renewable, recyclable, and biodegradable. Every product comes in non‑plastic, resealable or recyclable, containers, and is boxed in compostable, eco‑friendly packaging.
♻️ Our Packaging Choices
Amber Glass Jars
Most of our products are packaged in amber glass jars with metal lids. Glass is not only better for the environment than plastic, it also keeps your product pure. Amber glass blocks UV light, helping your product stay fresh longer. Each jar is fully reusable or recyclable.
Tin Containers
Some products come in aluminum tins, perfect for creams and balms. The wide opening makes application easy and convenient. These tins are also fully reusable or recyclable.
Eco Clear Bags
We use compostable Eco Clear bags made from polylactic acid (PLA), derived from renewable resources like corn starch and sugar. They’re fully biodegradable and earth‑friendly.
Compostable Shrink Wrap
We use compostable shrink wrap as a tamper‑proof seal, offering protection without the plastic waste. Made from bio‑based, non‑GMO materials, this wrap is fully compostable and designed with both your safety and the planet in mind. It ensures every product arrives secure, fresh, and ready to enjoy, while staying true to our commitment to sustainability.
📦 Shipping & Packaging Materials
Our boxes and padded mailers are fully recyclable or compostable, sealed with water‑activated paper tape made from 50% recycled paper, and cushioned with shredded recycled cardboard.
Boxes: 100% recycled post‑consumer Kraft boxes
Padded Mailers: 100% recycled mailers with recovered newspaper matting for cushioning
Tape:
Clear Cello Tape — 100% plant‑based, renewable, and biodegradable
Kraft Paper Tape — renewable, water‑activated paper tape for secure sealing
Live local in the St. Petersburg, FL area?
🌎 Local Delivery & Container Reuse
Live local in St. Petersburg, FL? Skip shipping! We’re happy to schedule a local meet‑up for free delivery within St. Pete. If you’re in Tampa, Clearwater, or Sarasota, we can coordinate a meet up when you’re in the area.
When checking out, select “Live Local?” under shipping and we’ll arrange your meet‑up via email or Facebook message. Prefer shipping? Simply select the shipping option at checkout.
🔁 Choose to Reuse
Our containers are designed to be reused — and we love when you do! Return your empty jars or tins for refill, and receive 10% off your next order. Each container is thoroughly sanitized and repackaged, continuing the cycle of sustainability and joy.