To get the most out of the eco-benefits of Scrummi, here are some ways to dispose of your used towels that has been curated from salons and stylists.
1 - Re-Use to Clean
Most Scrummi towels are just wet, so reuse them to clean the basin, clean your station, clean...anything. Preferably alongside Salon Chair Guys zero-tox cleaners.2 - Save for Housekeeping
Salons also stockpile Scrummi in a separate bin for their housekeeping staff so they can use Scrummi. Place a laundry basket aside to collect them for the weekly clean.3 - Take Home
Find ways to use Scrummi outside of the salon. Some stylists use it for their pets, for their projects, or for their partners job sites. This is a perfect, tangible offering for salons that also include a green fee in order to fund and provide sustainable opportunities to their guests.4 - Color Client Benefits
Clients love that the towel used on them, has never been used on someone else. Continue the personalization! Once dried, Scrummi can be used again and save home bath sheets from fresh color!5 - Local Farms
When Scrummi is ready to meet their maker, composting is the preferred method. Many salons find local nurseries or farmers that they can donate their wet-only towels to.6 - Tradesman Partners
Partner with local woodworkers, painters, shelters, groomers, and other businesses that can reuse your towels once dried. Boost your local economy!7 - Home Gardens
Local gardeners will also take them, use them in your own pots for fillers (particularly great for succulents). You’d be surprised how many of your clients are avid gardeners!8 - City Composting & Community Gardens
Contact your local waste management company to find out what is available to you for composting and also the requirements.9 - Specialty Take-Back Programs
Specialty waste management companies offer responsible disposal of hard-to-dispose items. Sustain Beauty Co has been working to extend their local compost pick-up program, with locations being added every month. To learn more, submit your interest in salon composting and a concierge team member will get back to you. If there are none in your area, SalonCycle offers composting programs nation-wide that is 100% carbon neutral.10 - Standard Waste Programs
Scrummi can be placed in standard waste streams, preferably enclosed in a biodegradable bag in case of landfill. This is the least favorable option for the environment.
