Leave Plastic Glitter in the Dust!
Why Biodegradable Glitter Is Better Than Plastic Glitter
Glitter is magical.
Conventional plastic glitter? Not so magical for the planet.
For years, traditional glitter made from PET plastic has been quietly slipping into waterways, oceans and ecosystems as microplastic pollution. And while some newer “eco glitter” alternatives sound promising, not all biodegradable glitter is created equal.
So let’s break down the sparkle science.
The Problem With Traditional Plastic Glitter
Traditional glitter is usually made from PET plastic film - the same type of plastic used in things like drink bottles and food packaging.
Which means once the party is over, that sparkle can stick around in the environment for a very long time.
Plastic glitter does not naturally biodegrade and can contribute to microplastic pollution in:
- rivers
- oceans
- lakes
- waterways
- soil systems
Tiny sparkle. Very big environmental headache.
Is PLA Glitter Actually Biodegradable?
PLA glitter is often marketed as an eco-friendly glitter alternative because it is made from renewable plant materials like cornstarch or sugarcane.
But here’s the catch.
Many PLA-based glitters require industrial composting facilities and very specific conditions to properly break down.
Without those specialised composting environments, PLA glitter may still persist in landfill or natural environments much longer than people expect.
Which is why understanding the difference between PLA glitter and certified biodegradable glitter really matters.
Why We Use BioGlitter®
At The Glitter Tribe, we use TÜV-certified BioGlitter® made from plant-based eucalyptus cellulose instead of conventional plastic glitter film.
BioGlitter® is designed to break down naturally in the environment with the help of microorganisms, oxygen, heat and water.
That means sparkle without the long-term conventional microplastic guilt.
Want the full science and certification details?
Read our Certified To Break Down In Nature page.
Freshwater Biodegradable & Home Compostable
Our BioGlitter® is:
- TÜV-certified freshwater biodegradable
- TÜV-certified home compostable
- made from plant-based eucalyptus cellulose
- designed to reduce conventional plastic glitter pollution
Because biodegradable glitter should actually be backed by real testing — not just leafy packaging and wishful thinking.
Better For Festivals, Makeup & Creative Projects
Biodegradable glitter lets you sparkle freely across:
- festival makeup
- hair glitter
- body art
- craft projects
- sensory play
- creative events
Without relying on conventional plastic glitter.
And honestly? Sustainable sparkle just hits differently.
Explore our Biodegradable Glitter Collection.
Small Glitter Choices Can Make A Big Difference
Choosing biodegradable glitter may seem like a small switch, but small choices made consistently create real change over time.
Every time someone swaps conventional plastic glitter for certified BioGlitter®, it helps reduce the amount of microplastic sparkle entering the environment.
And that’s a future worth shimmering for.
Want To Learn More?
Curious about:
- TÜV certification
- microplastics
- eucalyptus cellulose
- biodegradability testing
- compostability
- how BioGlitter® actually breaks down
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Because informed sparkle is the best kind.