# Refillable Hand Sanitizers Sanikind is a New, Sustainable Hand Sanitizer Helping Reduce Pollution By Grace Mahas | Published 2020-07-17 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sanikind References: [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/sanikind/sanikind-hand-sanitizer-for-the-modern-age?ref=4e4q9s&token=a2b12afb) As disposable face masks and gloves litter the global streets amid the [COVID-19](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecoconscious-covid19-testing-kit) pandemic, consumers are now seeing first-hand the devasting impact of single-use plastic, especially as it relates to the health industry. To combat this issue, serial entrepreneur Miles Pepper launched Sanikind, a [reusable, refillable hand sanitizer](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/touchland-1) made from 100% recycled ocean-bound plastic. Pepper notes, “We developed Sanikind because you shouldn’t have to choose between clean hands and clean oceans. Experts believe COVID-19 has set us back 10 years in terms of reducing plastic consumption and use. Our [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soapstone-20) supporters can help prevent millions of tiny plastic hand sanitizer bottles from ending up in our oceans, which are already being clogged by single-use coronavirus-related waste.” The Sanikind is available in a spray bottle that holds 1 fluid-ounce of sanitizer which is equivalent to 250 sprays and is available in five colorways including charcoal, navy, teal, coral, and grey. The Sanikind sanitizer is also available in a bulk, 16 oz. bottle made from aluminum—an eco-friendly metal that is infinitely recyclable. The sanitizer is safe to use on both your hands and surfaces. Image Credit: Sanikind ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 57% | Activity: 92% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Reusable Products:** Sanikind's refillable hand sanitizer highlights the trend of reusable products, offering an alternative to single-use plastic. - **Sustainable Packaging:** Sanikind's use of 100% recycled ocean-bound plastic taps into the trend of sustainable packaging, reducing pollution caused by single-use items. - **Ocean Conservation:** Sanikind's focus on preventing plastic hand sanitizer bottles from ending up in the ocean underscores the trend of ocean conservation, addressing the environmental impact of single-use plastic. ### Who This Affects Most - **Personal Care:** The personal care industry can leverage the trend of reusable hand sanitizers by developing more sustainable and eco-friendly products. - **Packaging:** The packaging industry has an opportunity to innovate by creating alternative solutions to single-use plastics, such as using recycled ocean-bound plastic like Sanikind. - **Environmental Conservation:** The environmental conservation industry can capitalize on the trend of reducing pollution by supporting and promoting sustainable packaging options like Sanikind's refillable hand sanitizers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sleek Toiletries Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soapstone-20.md) - [Refillable Eco Hand Soaps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/first-hand-soap-line.md) - [Skincare-Forward Hand Sanitizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cloud-999-hydrating-hand-sanitizer.md) - [Refillable Deodorant Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lifelong-deo-20.md) - [Refillable Aluminum-Bottled Skincare](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunkiss.md) - [Skincare-Inspired Hand Sanitizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/noshinku.md) - [Perfume-Inspired Hand Sanitizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perfumeinspired-hand-sanitizers.md) - [Biodegradable Scent-Free Refills](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/complete-athome-refill-station.md) - [Aluminum Refill Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunkiss-products.md)