Less Waste powder concentrates - FAQ

No more disposable bottles! The Dresdner Essenz powder concentrates are innovative refill packs for shower, shampoo and hand soap. We answer all questions about production and use here.

Do you use hot or cold water for mixing?

We recommend using hot water with a minimum temperature of 40°C to mix the powder so that it dissolves as quickly as possible. The product could clump if lukewarm or cold water is used.

Does the water hardness affect the quality of the product?

The concentrates can be used with all water hardnesses. However, caution is advised in countries with poor water quality. If you cannot drink the water from the tap, please do not use it to mix your care product. Use mineral water or boiled water instead.

How much shower gel, shampoo or hand soap does one concentrate sachet make?

A 40g shower gel, shampoo or hand soap concentrate is mixed with 160ml water to make a 200ml liquid product, which you use and consume as usual. Please keep to the mixing ratio, otherwise the product will have too thin a consistency.

What should I do if the colour and/or consistency of the mixed concentrate changes?

The mixed Less Waste concentrates are sensitive to light and temperature. If the mixed product is exposed directly to light, it may become yellowish over time. However, the product can still be used. The ideal room temperature for the products is between 22 - 25 °C. If the finished product becomes too viscous or has white flakes, this may be due to the room temperature being too low. The product will return to its original consistency if you place it on a radiator for a short time or store it in a warmer environment. If white streaks are still visible, you can bring them back into solution by briefly shaking the mixture.

Why is the designated bottle not completely full after mixing the concentrate?

An important part of the mixing process is shaking the bottle after the water has been added. You need a certain amount of space for this and the space is absolutely essential to ensure that everything works smoothly. If you use your own bottle, it should have a capacity of 250ml.

Can I use my own bottles for the concentrates?

With Less Waste products, avoiding packaging waste is important to us. Of course, you can also use your own bottles for our concentrates. The only important thing is that the container is clean. Do not use a food bottle or a bottle that could be confused with food. We recommend a bottle with a capacity of 250 ml, as you will need some space at the top to shake the bottle.

How can I reuse the bottle?

After a concentrate has been used up, the bottle and lid must be thoroughly rinsed out with hot water. They are then ready for reuse.

How long do the Less Waste concentrates last?

The concentrates should be used within 3 months of mixing. Please keep the packaging of the powder concentrate until you have used up the mixed product. If there is something wrong with the product, we as the manufacturer can carry out a quality check using the batch number. For a better overview of the shelf life, we also recommend that you note the date of mixing on the packaging.

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