Recycling personal grooming appliances
Recycling hair dryers and other personal grooming appliances is a good look – and you’ll be helping the planet too.
Electric toothbrush
Hair dryer
Hair straighteners
Thermometer
Epilator
Curling tongs
Electric shaver
DID YOU KNOW?
23.8 million
That’s how many people used electric toothbrushes in the UK in 2018.
Rechargeable batteries in toothbrushes often contain metals such as nickel, cadmium and zinc, which can be recycled and used again in new mobile phones and laptops – putting a smile on someone’s face.
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Frequently asked questions – personal grooming appliances
Can I recycle personal grooming appliances like hairdryers, shavers and straightening tongs?
Yes. Anything with a plug, battery or cable can be recycled. Check our locator to find your nearest recycling point.
Is there electric toothbrush recycling or disposal near me?
Yes. Use our locator to find your nearest electrical recycling point. Don’t forget to remove the head and add that to your plastics recycling.
Where can I go for hair dryer recycling?
Like other unwanted electricals with a plug, battery or cable, your old hair dryer can go to your nearest recycling centre, or there might be a collection in your area. Find your nearest recycling point using our locator.
