Despite the telltale recycling symbol stamped onto the bottom (it’s technically recyclable), many recycling centers reject it, sending it to the landfill.
Bubble wrap, cling wrap, and plastic bags can damage sorting machines, making them a risky item for most curbside programs. Instead of throwing them in the recycling bin, take these materials to your local grocery store or wherever has a plastic film recycling bin.
Because of the non-recyclable grease coating your pizza box, it’s best to avoid the possibility of it ending up in a landfill by composting it instead.
Lotion bottles, toothpaste tubes, and makeup containers can all be recycled so long as they’re cleaned out. Or use Terracycle’s interactive map, which features drop-off locations for items that have a number 1 or 2 recycling symbol.