Kankan
On average, British adults throw away 312 plastic bottles per year, but only half of us recycle bathroom packaging, much of the time because it’s not clear whether it can or can’t be recycled. KANKAN have taken the most widely recognised recyclable packaging option; the tin can and put their soap in it. The reusable pump attachment beautifully celebrates the unique can packaging.
The resulting experience is a simple two step attachment process, firstly clicking the pump on top of the can and then securing it in place with the thumb screw. This replaces the traditional experience of requiring you to insert a refill into a case or pour a refill into a bottle, which are either heavy on material use, or frustrating for the user.
The cap and screw are made from 100% post consumer recycled (PCR) polypropylene plastic and the dispensing pump is 50%; the remaining 50% virgin plastic required for cosmetic compatibility and function.
Kankan has been shortlisted in the Sustainable Design (Consumer) category in the Dezeen Awards 2023.