ECO TOSS
2024 - PACKAGING DESIGN
Supervised by: Mel Coombes
Eco Toss was inspired by the need for not only sustainable and eco-friendly tampons but also eco-conscious packaging and a streamlined recycling process with zero fuss and waste. Since plastic-wrapped tampons became mainstream in the 1970s, there has been little innovation, possibly due to the taboo nature of the topic, societal neglect of female products, or the “medical” status necessitating “hygienic” packaging. Through my research, I noticed that the packaging of tampons often had little to do with their purpose and was covered with flowers and discreet words. I aimed for a design that was both obvious and viable. My challenge was to reclaim tampon packaging, making it more sustainable and addressing the issue of plastic wrappers.
The packaging includes a concealed “bin” for the used wrapper, so the entire box can then be placed in paper recycling through its mono-material construction. The action of placing the wrapper into the “bin” also mimics the use of a tampon, creating a subtle connection between the packaging and the product that isn’t immediately apparent from the front.
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