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5.7 billion disposable razors are sold around the world every year, equivalent to more than 100,000 tons of plastic waste. The problem with this: Thanks to the blades firmly integrated into the plastic, these razors can neither be recycled nor disposed of sustainably. But supposedly sustainable alternatives in this segment also have their pitfalls. This is because disposable razors made of bamboo and the like are only rarely completely without fossil components and also consume a lot of water and cultivated land.

Razeco is a sustainable world first without any compromises. What is special about it? First-class design: stainless steel handle, clear lines, high-quality feel — a real design piece that is practical and looks good. 99% bio-based, TÜV-certified blade heads — can be disposed of in a CO₂-neutral manner, without fossil plastics or microplastics (4-star certification from TÜV Austria). No greenwashing. No gender clichés. No pink tax. Modern branding with strong imagery and genuine values — instead of empty promises. Behind Razeco are two siblings and their best friend — a Berlin dream team that not only rethinks shaving, but also shows how aesthetic, responsible and modern sustainable consumption can be.

The idea for Razeco was born over dinner. Our family is active in the biotech sector, Louisa is managing director there. We also had access to our material made from industrial waste materials, which is completely sustainable but just as stable as conventional plastic. And then there was this idea: Why not use it to develop a product that everyone uses and thus saves around 100,000 tons of plastic per year? That's how it all started. Not perfectly planned, but with a clear goal: rethinking products. Plastic-free. The three of us founded Razeco: Louisa, Ivo and Victor.

The Berlin-based start-up Razeco is setting new standards in shaving: The Razeco5 is the first system razor with 99% bio-based blade heads made from industrial waste — plastic-free, TÜV-certified and fairly priced.