# Ocean Plastic Razors Preserve's POPi Shave 5 is Made with Materials Claimed from Coastlines By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2020-04-09 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/popi-shave-5 References: [newhope](https://www.newhope.com/products-and-trends/5-companies-pushing-circular-economies-trend) Preserve makes uses yogurt cups to make toothbrushes, turns takeout containers into tableware and its line of POPi products (Preserve [Ocean](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microsoft-ocean-plastic-mouse) Plastic Initiative) includes the POPi Shave 5 razor, which is made from [ocean plastic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/4ocean-blue-lemonade). The next-generation razor design suits men and women and includes an ergonomic handle design with a comfortable grip. The razor also includes ceramic-coated blades and a strip with cocoa butter and aloe for a smooth experience. Unlike most disposable plastic razors, these ones can be used with [replaceable blades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tholl) and the POPi Shave 5 razor handle can even be returned to Preserve via a mail-in recycling program. To further support marine conservation and the health of the oceans, Preserve shares 25% of the proceeds from POPi products sold to non-profits devoted to oceans, beaches and plastic pollution research. Image Credit: Preserve ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 43% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Recycled Plastic Products:** Preserve's POPi Shave 5 razor is made from ocean plastic, showcasing the trend of using recycled materials for consumer goods. - **Sustainable Personal Care:** Preserve's ocean plastic razor highlights the trend of incorporating sustainability practices into the personal care industry. - **Circular Economy Initiatives:** Preserve's mail-in recycling program for their razor handle demonstrates the trend of implementing circular economy strategies in product design. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Consumer Goods:** Preserve's use of ocean plastic in their razor presents an opportunity for consumer goods companies to utilize recycled materials in their product lines. - **Personal Care:** Preserve's sustainable razor design opens up opportunities for the personal care industry to create eco-friendly alternatives to disposable plastic products. - **Waste Management:** Preserve's recycling program for their razor handle showcases the potential for waste management companies to play a role in promoting circular economy initiatives. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hybrid Bamboo Razors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bamboo-razors.md) - [Anti-Clogging Technology Razors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/easyrinse-disposable.md) - [Ocean Plastic-Made Skincare Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-landscapes-collection.md) - [Influencer-Backed Shaving Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sienna-swim.md) - [Compact Electric Razors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arc5.md) - [Magnetic Full-Metal Razors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tholl.md) - [Anti-Clogging Budget Razors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/easyrinse.md) - [Pivoting Low-Cost Razors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harrys-plus.md) - [Functional Razor Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/razor-kit-from-athena-club.md)