The handle is made of MOS bamboo, an environmentally sustainable
timber. Bamboo is technically considered a member of the grass family. It is
the fastest growing plant on earth, and incredibly abundant. The bamboo is
cultivated for between three to five years, and then harvested. It re-generates
itself naturally, with minimal rain and without the need for harmful
pesticides. In fact, by harvesting and using the bamboo, helps to control
unwanted spread into agricultural and natural forest areas. These bamboo are grown
by many local farmers (NOT PLANTATION).
The bamboo is heat treated to carbonise the surface of the
bamboo, giving it a quality finish and good service life. The carbonisation
finishing process provides water resistance and prevents the growth of microbes
(bacteria and moulds) during normal use.
The bristles are made from a polymer resistant to microbial
growth during normal use, to ensure safety and durability.
China’s
Giant Panda consumes the soft bamboo shoots, stems and leaves as its main food
source. The Environmental Toothbrush honours this environmental mascot in their
logo. Because bamboo is so abundant, sustainable and renewable the use does not
impact on the food source of the Giant Panda in fact they do not like the MOSO
bamboo.
The Environmental Toothbrush can be disposed of safely by
returning it to earth in compost or landfill. Both the bamboo and bristles will
biodegrade into soil, without pollution.
We recommend you rinse and dry your toothbrush after use to
keep it clean.
For best results, most dentist's recommend you replace your
toothbrush either monthly or at least every quarter some even say use it until
it stops.
PRESERVE THE EARTH * PRESERVE YOUR HEALTH